Prof. Dr. João Gomes Oliveira Neto | Materials Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Universidade Federal do Maranhão (UFMA), Brazil

👨‍🎓Profiles

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🎓 Early Academic Pursuits

João Gomes de Oliveira Neto began his academic journey with a Technical Education in Agroindustry at the Maria Cavalcante Costa State School of Professional Education. His exceptional abilities were recognized early on, winning First Place in the Science Fair in the category of Environmental Sciences. This foundational experience ignited his passion for chemistry and scientific inquiry. He pursued his Bachelor's in Chemistry at the Federal Institute of Ceará (IFCE), focusing on the synthesis and characterization of microspheres doped with iron and nickel for environmental applications. This work underscored his commitment to addressing environmental challenges through innovative chemical solutions.

🏫 Professional and Research Endeavors

João's professional journey includes roles as a monitor and research fellow at IFCE, contributing to analytical chemistry projects and working on galactomannan extractions for microsphere synthesis. He furthered his expertise with a Master’s in Materials Science (2017–2019) and a Ph.D. in Materials Science (2019–2022) from the Federal University of Maranhão (UFMA). His doctoral research, under the guidance of Adenilson Oliveira dos Santos, focused on the development of sulfated double salts for optical and thermochemical devices, showcasing his proficiency in advanced material synthesis and characterization. João currently serves as a visiting professor and researcher in the Postgraduate Program in Materials Science at UFMA, contributing to cutting-edge studies in crystallography and molecular structures.

💡 Research Focus and Contributions

João’s research spans a diverse range of areas: Environmental Chemistry: Designing alginate and chitosan microspheres for heavy metal removal and synthetic fuel purification, Materials Science: Investigating organic and inorganic crystals, biopolymers, and their applications in optical devices and cancer treatment, Biochemistry: Evaluating the chemical and biological properties of natural compounds like Euterpe oleracea (açaí). His notable contributions include a 3rd place award at the ICAIC International Conference for his work on the structural and thermal properties of crystal catena compounds.

📖 Impact and Influence

João’s academic output has garnered significant recognition, with publications in high-impact journals and multiple awards, including the prestigious CAPES scholarships during his master’s and doctoral studies. His research findings have been presented at international platforms, influencing both academia and industry.

🛠️ Technical Skills

João is skilled in: Advanced crystallography techniques and X-ray diffraction, Biopolymer synthesis and environmental chemistry applications, Characterization of materials for biomedical and optical uses.

👨‍🏫 Teaching Experience

As a monitor during his undergraduate studies and now as a visiting professor, João has shown a strong commitment to mentoring students. His dedication to education is evident in his roles as a guide for analytical chemistry and material science research projects.

🌟 Legacy and Future Contributions

João aims to continue bridging gaps between academic research and practical applications. His work in developing sustainable solutions and advancing material science sets the stage for impactful contributions in environmental protection, biochemistry, and optical technologies. João’s journey from a passionate student in Quixadá to an accomplished researcher and educator highlights his unwavering commitment to advancing scientific knowledge and its real-world applications.

📖Notable Publications

• Antitumor neodymium(III) complex with 1,10-phenanthroline and nitrate ligands
  • Authors: de Oliveira Neto, J.G., Viana, J.R., Abreu, K.R., Souto, E.B., dos Santos, A.O.
  • Journal: Journal of Molecular Structure
  • Year: 2025
• Molecular spectroscopy, solvent effect, and DFT studies of azithromycin solvate
  • Authors: Rodrigues, J.A.O., da Silva, C.R., Lima, A.D.S.G., dos Santos, A.O., de Sousa, F.F.
  • Journal: Spectrochimica Acta - Part A: Molecular and Biomolecular Spectroscopy
  • Year: 2025
• Dichloro-bis(theophylline)-copper(II) complex
  • Authors: de Oliveira Neto, J.G., Viana, J.R., Souza Júnior, M.V., de Sousa, F.F., dos Santos, A.O.
  • Journal: Polyhedron
  • Year: 2024
• Structural Design, H-Bonding Interactions, Vibrational Properties, Periodic-DFT Calculations, and Antibacterial Activity of a Nicotinamide Cocrystal Using Tetradecanoic Acid as a Coformer
  • Authors: de Oliveira Neto, J.G., Souza Junior, M.V., Ayala, A.P., dos Santos, A.O., de Sousa, F.F.
  • Journal: Crystal Growth and Design
  • Year: 2024
• Crystallographic, intermolecular interactions, vibrational, and computational studies of a new cocrystal of decanoic acid and nicotinamide
  • Authors: de Oliveira Neto, J.G., Viana, J.R., Ayala, A.P., dos Santos, A.O., de Sousa, F.F.
  • Journal: Journal of Molecular Structure
  • Year: 2024
• Mixed (NH4)2Mn0.47Cu0.53(SO4)2(H2O)6 Tutton salt: A novel optical material for solar-blind technology
  • Authors: de Oliveira Neto, J.G., Marques, J.V., da Silva Filho, J.G., dos Santos, A.O., Lang, R.
  • Journal: Optical Materials
  • Year: 2024
• Tutton salt (NH4)2Zn(SO4)2(H2O)6: thermostructural, spectroscopic, Hirshfeld surface, and DFT investigations
  • Authors: de Oliveira Neto, J.G., Viana, J.R., Abreu, K.R., Lang, R., dos Santos, A.O.
  • Journal: Journal of Molecular Modeling
  • Year: 2024