Nigora Qutlimurotova | Analytical Chemistry | Analytical Chemistry Award

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Prof. Nigora Qutlimurotova | Analytical Chemistry | Analytical Chemistry Award

Professor | National university of Uzbekistan | Uzbekistan

Professor Qutlimurotova Nigora Khakimovna, D.Sc., is an accomplished analytical chemist and faculty member at the National University of Uzbekistan, renowned for her contributions to modern chemical analysis, particularly in the optical and electrochemical determination of heavy, toxic, and rare metal ions. With a solid academic foundation built at the National University of Uzbekistan, where she completed her B.Sc., M.Sc., and postgraduate studies in Analytical and Inorganic Chemistry, she progressed through academic roles from senior lecturer to professor, demonstrating consistent excellence in teaching, research, and scientific leadership. Her research focuses on developing innovative electrochemical and spectroscopic techniques for environmental monitoring, food quality control, and trace element analysis addressing pressing global needs for sensitive, fast, and reliable detection methods. Since earning her D.Sc. degree, Professor Qutlimurotova has produced over 100 scientific and methodological publications, including 28 papers in SAC-listed journals and 4 high-impact international journal articles, reflecting her scientific productivity and growing contribution to the field. Her notable recent works involve designing carbon quantum dots, novel organic ligands, and cyclic voltammetric systems for detecting biologically and environmentally significant ions such as vanadate, zirconium, cobalt, copper, and biomolecules like DNA and albumin. With an h-index of 2 (Web of Science & Scopus), she is steadily expanding her research visibility. Beyond research, she has enriched academic resources by authoring 8 educational handbooks, 3 methodological guides, and 1 monograph, and holds a patent for advanced scandium ion extraction technology, underscoring her innovative capabilities in separation chemistry. As a respected member of national scientific councils and chair of key academic committees, she actively contributes to advancing analytical chemistry education, mentoring young scholars, and promoting scientific excellence in Uzbekistan. Her broad engagement in scientific, social, and educational initiatives reflects her commitment to impactful research and community advancement.

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Featured Publications

  • Agafonova, L. E., Bulko, T. V., Pronina, V. V., Qutlimurotova, N. H., & Shumyantseva, V. V. (2025). Carbon quantum dots in the electroanalysis of DNA and albumin. Bionanoscience, 15(3), 358.

  • Allambergenova, F., Smanova, Z., Qutlimurotova, N., Qutlimurotova, R., & Yakhshinorov, K. (2025). Synthesis of carbon dots based on chitosan and melamine and their application in detecting vanadate (V) anions. Chinese Journal of Analytical Chemistry, 53(7), Article 100538.

  • Kuronboyev, D., Faizullayeva, M., Kutlimurotova, N., Zulyarova, N., & Abdirahmonova, A. (2025). Development of a method for cyclic voltammetric determination of Copper(II) ions in the composition of technological objects. Chemical Review and Letters, 8(3), 469–481.

  • Karabayeva, G., Qutlimurotova, N., Yakhshieva, Z., Atakulova, N., & Tursunqulov, J. (2025). Development of a cyclic voltammetric method for the determination of Cobalt(II) ions using o-nitrosophenol. International Journal of Analytical Chemistry, 2025(1), Article 6675527.

  • Tursunqulov, J., Qutlimurotova, N., Fayzullayeva, M., Aliev, N., & Hosseini-Bandegharaei, A. (2025). Electrochemical determination of zirconium ions using 1-(2-hydroxy-1-naphthoyazo)-2-naphthol-4-sulphonic acid as a novel reagent. International Journal of Environmental Analytical Chemistry, 105(12), 2916–2939.

 

Chengming Wang | Analytical Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Chengming Wang | Analytical Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Huazhong Agricultural University, China

👨‍🎓Profiles

🎓 Early Academic Pursuits

Prof. Dr. Chengming Wang began his academic journey with a Bachelor of Science  and a Master of Science in Analytical Chemistry from Wuhan University, one of China’s top institutions. He later earned his Ph.D. in Material Engineering from Fukui University in Japan, where he specialized in material science. His postdoctoral fellowship in Food Science and Engineering at Huazhong Agricultural University marked a turning point, integrating chemical principles with food processing technologies.

🧑‍🔬 Professional Endeavors

Prof. Wang serves at Huazhong Agricultural University, where he specializes in oils and fats processing and the comprehensive utilization of by-products. He has made significant contributions as a first or corresponding author of over 100 academic papers, authored 2 monographs, and holds 16 invention patents. His interdisciplinary approach combines fundamental research with real-world industrial applications, impacting both academic progress and national agricultural development.

🔬 Contributions and Research Focus

Prof. Wang’s work extends to the bioconversion and detoxification of agricultural by-products from rapeseed, peanut, cottonseed, tea seed, Pistacia seed, and jatropha. His research highlights include the development of non-toxic, probiotic rapeseed meal and the extraction and application of valuable bioactive compounds from rapeseed, such as proteins, polysaccharides, polyphenols, and peptides. He has also pioneered the creation of functional peanut-based products, including beverages and nutrient solutions, and developed advanced methods for gossypol detoxification and protein enrichment in cottonseed. In addition, he has worked on the green processing and modification of tea saponins and the biochemical degradation of rapeseed peels for tannin extraction. His exploration of using straw as a raw material for liquid fuel production further demonstrates his commitment to sustainable and innovative bioprocessing technologies.

🌏 Impact and Influence

Prof. Wang’s work has directly influenced food safety, waste minimization, and green energy. Many of his technologies, especially those for biodiesel production from waste oils and rapeseed by-product utilization, have transitioned from lab-scale innovations to industrial applications. His research supports sustainable agricultural practices, contributes to rural economic development, and provides solutions for environmental preservation.

📚 Academic Citations

With over 100 academic publications, Prof. Wang has made lasting contributions to journals and conferences across disciplines. His research is widely cited in areas such as oil processing chemistry, natural product utilization, and bioenergy production, positioning him as a leading authority in the field.

🧪 Technical Skills

Prof. Wang’s diverse technical expertise includes:

  • Analytical chemistry techniques for quality and contaminant analysis in oils.

  • Material science applications in catalysis and adsorption.

  • Extraction technologies for phytochemicals and bioactives.

  • Biodiesel synthesis using novel catalytic methods.

  • Pilot-scale equipment operation and product scale-up.

👨‍🏫 Teaching Experience

Prof. Wang is also a passionate educator, mentoring graduate and doctoral students in food chemistry, natural products, and oil processing technologies. He emphasizes a research-integrated teaching approach, ensuring students gain practical skills and scientific insight aligned with industry needs.

🌟 Legacy and Future Contributions

Prof. Dr. Chengming Wang’s legacy lies in his role as a bridge between science and industry, combining academic excellence with meaningful societal impact. His efforts in food safety, green processing, and renewable energy offer solutions to some of today’s most pressing global challenges. Moving forward, he aims to expand industrial-scale applications, explore health-enhancing properties of plant-derived compounds, and continue mentoring the next generation of scientists and engineers.

📖Notable Publications

Bleaching of Idesia polycarpa Maxim. Oil Using a Metal-Organic Framework-Based Adsorbent: Kinetics and Adsorption Isotherms
Authors: Dong, Y.; Wang, C.; Gao, Y.; Xu, J.; Ping, H.; Liu, F.; Niu, A.
Journal: Foods
Year: 2025

Mesophilic Argonaute-Based Single Polystyrene Sphere Aptamer Fluorescence Platform for the Multiplexed and Ultrasensitive Detection of Non-Nucleic Acid Targets
Authors: Lu, Y.; Wen, J.; Wang, C.; Wang, M.; Jiang, F.; Miao, L.; Xu, M.; Li, Y.; Chen, X.; Chen, Y.
Journal: Small
Year: 2024

Procyanidin A1 and its digestive products alleviate acrylamide-induced IPEC-J2 cell damage through regulating Keap1/Nrf2 pathway
Authors: Yan, F.; Lu, Q.; Wang, C.; Liu, R.
Journal: Food Science and Human Wellness
Year: 2024

Acrylamide in food: Occurrence, metabolism, molecular toxicity mechanism and detoxification by phytochemicals
Authors: Yan, F.; Wang, L.; Zhao, L.; Wang, C.; Lu, Q.; Liu, R.
Journal: Food and Chemical Toxicology
Year: 2023

Autocatalytic formed bamboo-like N-doped carbon nanotubes encapsulated with Co nanoparticles as highly efficient catalyst for activation of peroxymonosulfate toward degradation of tetracycline
Authors: Lu, Y.; Li, Y.-K.; Huang, C.; Chen, R.; Chen, Y.; Wang, C.
Journal: Reactive and Functional Polymers
Year: 2023