Nouf Alharby | Chemical element | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Nouf Alharby | Chemical element | Best Researcher Award

Dr at Chemical Element, Qassim University College of Science, Saudi Arabia

Dr. Nouf Alharby has contributed significantly to the field of water treatment and adsorption studies. She has authored several research papers focusing on the adsorption of dyes and heavy metals from aqueous solutions using novel materials. Her work includes studies on the adsorption behavior of Congo red dye onto antimicrobial chitosan hydrogels, as well as the synthesis and characterization of new adsorbents such as cyanoguanidine-modified chitosan. Dr. Alharby’s research also covers the development of membrane technology for fouling mitigation and heavy metal removal, addressing crucial challenges in water treatment. Her publications demonstrate a commitment to advancing sustainable water treatment solutions through innovative materials and technologies.

Professional Profiles:

Educations:

Dr. Nouf Alharby earned her Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) degree in Chemistry from Girls College of Education in Buraydah in 1999. She then obtained a Master of Science (M.Sc.) degree in Physical Chemistry from Girls College of Education in Riyadh in 2005. Dr. Alharby completed her Ph.D. in Physical Chemistry from Princess Nora bint Abdul Rahman University – College of Sciences in 2011.

Specialization and Fields of Interest:

Dr. Nouf Alharby’s academic background and specialization indicate a focus on Chemistry, particularly in the area of Physical Chemistry. Physical Chemistry deals with the study of how matter behaves on a molecular and atomic level, and it often involves understanding the physical properties and behavior of chemical systems. Within the field of Physical Chemistry, Dr. Alharby’s interests are specifically focused on Kinetic Chemistry and Adsorption Isotherm. Kinetic Chemistry involves the study of reaction rates and mechanisms, which are crucial for understanding how and why chemical reactions occur. Adsorption Isotherm, on the other hand, is a technique used to study the adsorption of molecules onto a surface, which is important in various applications such as catalysis, chromatography, and environmental science. Overall, Dr. Alharby’s interests suggest a strong foundation in Chemistry with a focus on understanding the fundamental processes that govern chemical reactions and interactions, which can have implications in various fields including materials science, environmental science, and catalysis.

Training:

Dr. Nouf Alharby has attended several workshops and training sessions related to education, technology, and chemistry. Some of these workshops include “Artificial Intelligence in Higher Education” in 2023 at Qassim University, “Managing e-courses via Blackboard LMS” in 2022 at Qassim University, and “Sustainability in Education Challenges and Obstacles” in 2022 at Qassim University. Additionally, she participated in workshops on “Solid state NMR automation” in 2022 at BRUKER, “Using and creating educational 3D motion graphics using 3D Studio Max” in 2021 at Qassim University, and “Cloud computing applications in education” in 2021 at Qassim University. Other workshops include “Using electronic evaluation tools for Blackboard LMS” and “Applying e-learning quality standards in designing e-courses,” both in 2021 at Qassim University. Dr. Alharby also attended workshops on research tools like “Finding the most appropriate search results for the researcher’s field on the Springer Nature platform” and “Web of Science Training” at the Saudi Digital Library. She also participated in workshops related to chemistry, such as “Harvesting water from desert air” and “Workshop: sample preparation and extraction” in 2020 at King Saud University, and “Polymers thermal analysis: DSC, TGA” and “Smart Nanoparticles for Drug Delivery Application” in 2020 at King Saud University.

Expertise in Chemistry:

Dr. Nouf Alharby has a wide range of interests and expertise in the field of chemistry. Her areas of focus include Kinetic Chemistry, which involves studying the rates of chemical reactions and the factors that affect them. She is also interested in Catalyst and Colloid Chemistry, which deals with the properties and behavior of catalysts and colloids, respectively. Additionally, Dr. Alharby is knowledgeable in Electrical Physical Chemistry, which explores the relationship between electricity and chemical reactions. Her expertise also extends to General Chemistry, both in the areas of Physical and Inorganic Chemistry, as well as Organic Chemistry and Inorganic Chemistry. Furthermore, she has an interest in Thermodynamics, which involves studying the energy changes that occur during chemical reactions and physical transformations.

Publications:

  1. Adsorption of Congo red dye onto antimicrobial terephthaloyl thiourea cross-linked chitosan hydrogels
    • Authors: NF El-Harby, SMA Ibrahim, NA Mohamed
    • Year: 2017
    • Citations: 54
    • Journal: Water Science and Technology, 76(10), 2719-2732
  2. Kinetics, isotherm and thermodynamic studies for efficient adsorption of Congo Red dye from aqueous solution onto novel cyanoguanidine-modified chitosan adsorbent
    • Authors: NF Al-Harby, EF Albahly, NA Mohamed
    • Year: 2021
    • Citations: 53
    • Journal: Polymers, 13(24), 4446
  3. Review of new approaches for fouling mitigation in membrane separation processes in water treatment applications
    • Authors: M El Batouti, NF Alharby, MM Elewa
    • Year: 2021
    • Citations: 42
    • Journal: Separations, 9(1), 1
  4. A review on promising membrane technology approaches for heavy metal removal from water and wastewater to solve water crisis
    • Authors: M El Batouti, NF Al-Harby, MM Elewa
    • Year: 2021
    • Citations: 42
    • Journal: Water, 13(22), 3241
  5. Synthesis and characterization of novel trimellitic anhydride isothiocyanate-cross linked chitosan hydrogels modified with multi-walled carbon nanotubes for enhancement of adsorption
    • Authors: NA Mohamed, NF Al-Harby, MS Almarshed
    • Year: 2019
    • Citations: 36
    • Journal: International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 132, 416-428
  6. Adsorption Behavior of Methylene Blue Dye by Novel CrossLinked O-CM-Chitosan Hydrogel in Aqueous Solution: Kinetics, Isotherm and Thermodynamics
    • Authors: NF Alharby, RS Almutairi, NA Mohamed
    • Year: 2021
    • Citations: 34
    • Journal: Polymers, 13(21), 3659
  7. Enhancement of adsorption of Congo red dye onto novel antimicrobial trimellitic anhydride isothiocyanate-cross-linked chitosan hydrogels
    • Authors: NA Mohamed, NF Al-Harby, MS Almarshed
    • Year: 2020
    • Citations: 25
    • Journal: Polymer Bulletin, 77, 6135-6160
  8. Synthesis and characterization of novel uracil-modified chitosan as a promising adsorbent for efficient removal of Congo red dye
    • Authors: NF Al-Harby, EF Albahly, NA Mohamed
    • Year: 2022
    • Citations: 24
    • Journal: Polymers, 14(2), 271
  9. Effective removal of Basic Red 12 dye by novel antimicrobial trimellitic anhydride isothiocyanate-cross-linked chitosan hydrogels
    • Authors: NA Mohamed, NF Al-Harby, MS Almarshed
    • Year: 2021
    • Citations: 17
    • Journal: Polymers and Polymer Composites, 29(9_suppl), S274-S287

 

 

 

Prof. Marwa Elkady | Applied Chemistry | Women Researcher Award

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Prof. Marwa Elkady | Applied Chemistry | Women Researcher Award

Professor of Chemical and Petrochemicals Engineering at Applied Chemistry, Egypt-Japan University of Science and Technology, Egypt

Marwa Farouk Mahmoud ElKady is a Professor of Chemical and Petrochemicals Engineering at Egypt-Japan University of Science and Technology. She was born on May 24, 1978, and resides in New Borg El Arab city, Alexandria, Egypt.

Professional Profiles:

Education:

Prof. Marwa Elkady has a diverse educational background in Chemical Engineering from Alexandria University. She obtained her B.Sc. in Chemical Engineering in May 2000, with a grade of ‘very good with honor degree.’ She continued her academic journey with an M.Sc. in Chemical Engineering, awarded in September 2004, for research on the preparation of polymers for industrial wastewater treatment. Marwa completed her Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering in August 2008, focusing on the preparation of ion exchangers and their application in the removal of harmful ions. Her academic achievements demonstrate a strong foundation in Chemical Engineering, particularly in the areas of industrial wastewater treatment and ion exchange technology.

Award & Honors:

Dr. Mohamed Rabie Nasser has received numerous prestigious awards and honors for his contributions to the field of Engineering and Applied Science. In 2023, he was honored with the Dr. Mohamed Rabie Nasser’s Award for Engineering and Applied Science. He has also been recognized as a member of the best 2% of world Top Ranked Scientists for the years 2020-2023, as proposed by Stanford University in cooperation with Elsevier BV. In 2020, Dr. Nasser received the Shorouk Academy Award for Scientific and Technological Creativity in the field of Engineering Science, specifically in Chemical Engineering and its applications. His outstanding achievements have been further acknowledged with the State Encouragement Award in the field of Engineering Science in 2017, and in the field of Advanced Technology that serves Engineering domains in 2011. Dr. Nasser has also been honored with the Scientific Achievement Award for successive 14 years (2009-2023) from the City for Scientific Research and Technology Applications. Additionally, he received the IOP Publishing Award for trusted reviewer status in recognition of his exceptionally high level of peer review competency in 2023. His dedication and excellence in STEM fields were recognized with the Women in STEM Excellence Trophy from the British Council in February 2022. Furthermore, Dr. Nasser was awarded the Millionaire Club award from Egypt-Japan University for Science and Technology in April 2019. Elsevier congratulated him for his significant contributions to open science between 2020-2022 and recognized the role of his researches in helping solve the world’s greatest challenges. These awards and honors reflect Dr. Nasser’s commitment to advancing scientific knowledge and innovation in Engineering and Applied Science.

Research Area:

Dr. Mohamed Rabie Nasser’s research interests span a wide range of areas in the fields of Nano-technology and nano-materials, Water and wastewater treatment technologies, Membrane Technology, membrane desalination, and Reverse Osmosis. He is particularly focused on water desalination, self-healing materials for corrosion prevention, renewable energy systems, and separation technologies. Dr. Nasser also has a keen interest in microwave processing, biosynthesis, Bio-technology, and micro-reactors. His work extends to areas such as Biodiesel, bio-lubricants, and bio-greases, where he explores innovative solutions and applications. His research is characterized by a strong emphasis on sustainability, innovation, and addressing pressing global challenges in water treatment and renewable energy.

Experience & Activities:

Dr. Mohamed Rabie Nasser has actively participated in various workshops and training programs related to his field. He co-organized the “US-Egypt Workshop on Synthesis, Characterization, and Industrial Applications of Nanoparticles and Nanostructure Materials” at Mubarak City for Scientific Research & Technology Application in November 2005. Dr. Nasser also attended a training division on “Calibration of Labs According to ISO-17025 Specifications” by Engineering & Quality Experts in September 2005. He further enhanced his skills with a training course on technical writing offered by The Arab Society of Material Science in February 2006. In 2007, Dr. Nasser participated in a training division on “Internal Auditing for ISO-17025:2005 Specifications” by Engineering & Quality Experts. Additionally, he attended the Workshop on Nanotechnology and its Applications at Egypt ion Russian University & Housing and Building National Research Center in March 2009. Dr. Nasser was also involved in co-organizing and attending a Workshop on “Middle East-Microwave Assist Technology (MAT) in Materials Processing” at Mubarak City for Scientific Research & Technology Application in October 2009. These experiences highlight his commitment to continuous learning and professional development in his field.

Publications:

  1. Adsorption Equilibrium Kinetics and Thermodynamics of methylene blue from aqueous solutions using biopolymer Oak Sawdust Composite
    • Authors: M Abd El Latif, AM Ibrahim, MF El Kady
    • Journal: Journal of American Science
    • Volume: 6
    • Issue: 6
    • Pages: 267-283
    • Year: 2010
    • Citations: 304
  2. Assessment of the adsorption kinetics, equilibrium and thermodynamic for the potential removal of reactive red dye using eggshell biocomposite beads
    • Authors: MF Elkady, AM Ibrahim, MM Abd El-Latif
    • Journal: Desalination
    • Volume: 278
    • Issue: 1-3
    • Pages: 412-423
    • Year: 2011
    • Citations: 296
  3. Production of biodiesel from waste vegetable oil via KM micromixer
    • Authors: MF Elkady, A Zaatout, O Balbaa
    • Journal: Journal of Chemistry
    • Year: 2015
    • Citations: 166
  4. Electrospun cellulose acetate nanofiber incorporated with hydroxyapatite for removal of heavy metals
    • Authors: AA Hamad, MS Hassouna, TI Shalaby, MF Elkady, MA Abd Elkawi
    • Journal: International journal of biological macromolecules
    • Volume: 151
    • Pages: 1299-1313
    • Year: 2020
    • Citations: 130
  5. Bacillus mojavensis strain 32A, a bioflocculant-producing bacterium isolated from an Egyptian salt production pond
    • Authors: MF Elkady, S Farag, S Zaki, G Abu-Elreesh, D Abd-El-Haleem
    • Journal: Bioresource technology
    • Volume: 102
    • Issue: 17
    • Pages: 8143-8151
    • Year: 2011
    • Citations: 114
  6. Nano activated carbon from industrial mine coal as adsorbents for removal of dye from simulated textile wastewater: Operational parameters and mechanism study
    • Authors: H Shokry, M Elkady, H Hamad
    • Journal: Journal of Materials Research and Technology
    • Volume: 8
    • Issue: 5
    • Pages: 4477-4488
    • Year: 2019
    • Citations: 112
  7. Biosynthesis and structural characterization of silver nanoparticles from bacterial isolates
    • Authors: S Zaki, MF El-Kady, D Abd-El-Haleem
    • Journal: Materials research bulletin
    • Volume: 46
    • Issue: 10
    • Pages: 1571-1576
    • Year: 2011
    • Citations: 102
  8. Applying Taguchi design and large-scale strategy for mycosynthesis of nano-silver from endophytic Trichoderma harzianum SYA.F4 and its application against …
    • Authors: SH El-Moslamy, MF Elkady, AH Rezk, YR Abdel-Fattah
    • Journal: Scientific Reports
    • Volume: 7
    • Issue: 1
    • Pages: 45297
    • Year: 2017
    • Citations: 101
  9. Kinetic approach for cadmium sorption using microwave synthesized nano-hydroxyapatite
    • Authors: MF Elkady, MM Mahmoud, HM Abd-El-Rahman
    • Journal: Journal of Non-Crystalline Solids
    • Volume: 357
    • Issue: 3
    • Pages: 1118-1129
    • Year: 2011
    • Citations: 99
  10. Kinetics study and thermodynamic behavior for removing cesium, cobalt and nickel ions from aqueous solution using nano-zirconium vanadate ion exchanger
    • Authors: MM Abd El-Latif, MF Elkady
    • Journal: Desalination
    • Volume: 271
    • Issue: 1-3
    • Pages: 41-54
    • Year: 2011
    • Citations: 92

 

 

Prof. Mohammed Bouachrine | Theoretical Chemistry | Scientific Excellence Achievement Award

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Prof. Mohammed Bouachrine | Theoretical Chemistry | Scientific Excellence Achievement Award

Faculty of Sciences at Theoretical Chemistry, Moulay Ismail University of Meknes, Morocco

👨‍🎓He remarkable academic journey, extensive research contributions, and dedication to the field of psychology are truly commendable. Your wealth of knowledge and diverse skill set reflect a deep commitment to understanding and addressing critical issues such as bullying, inclusion, and socialization.

🔬 He successful completion of a PhD in Psychology, along with the numerous advanced courses and workshops, showcases your continuous pursuit of excellence and expertise in your field.

🏆 The awards and recognitions, including the First Place in the Poster Award at the University of Stavanger, underscore the impact of your research and the high regard it holds in the academic community.

Professional Profiles:

Education:

Professor researcher at the Faculty of Science, University Moulay Ismail, Meknes 🎓 Currently Director of the High School of Technology, Khenifra, Morocco 🏫 Graduate from Ecole Nationale Supérieure de Chimie de Montpellier, University of Montpellier II, France, with a Doctorate in polymer chemistry and a Doctorat d’Etat (HDR) in Molecular Chemistry 🎓

Ujwala Shinde ‘s citation metrics and indices from Google Scholar are as follows:

  • Cited by: All: 7805, Since 2018: 5011
  • Citations: 7805 (All), 5011 (Since 2018)
  • h-index:  40 (All), 33 (Since 2018)
  • i-10index: 192 (All), 145 (Since 2018

These metrics showcase the impact of Shinde ‘s work within the academic community, demonstrating the number of citations his publications have received and the influence of his research output.

Areas of research:

  • Synthesis and physicochemical properties of organic materials based on piconjugated molecules, vibrational spectroscopy, optoelectronic properties, and quantum chemical calculations, Organic and polymer chemistry 🧪
  • Drug Design, QSAR studies, and Molecular Modeling 💊

Research activities:

  • Supervision of about thirty doctoral theses (Ph.D.) 🎓
  • Attended numerous scientific meetings as a speaker 🗣️
  • Editor of a scientific journal: RHAZES (Green and Applied Chemistry) 📖
  • Organization expert for AUF, OCP, Hassan II Academy of Sciences, CNRST, etc. 🌍
  • Reviewer of numerous scientific journals 🔍

Publications:

  1. Moroccan Medicinal plants as inhibitors against SARS-CoV-2 main protease: Computational investigations
    • Authors: I Aanouz, A Belhassan, K El-Khatabi, T Lakhlifi, M El-Ldrissi, …
    • Year: 2021
    • Citations: 342
    • Journal: Journal of Biomolecular Structure and Dynamics, volume 39, issue 8, pages 2971-2979
  2. Thermodynamic characterization of steel corrosion in HCl in the presence of 2-phenylthieno (3, 2-b) quinoxaline
    • Authors: I El Ouali, B Hammouti, A Aouniti, Y Ramli, M Azougagh, EM Essassi, …
    • Year: 2010
    • Citations: 176
    • Journal: Journal of Materials and Applied Science, volume 1, issue 1, pages 1-8
  3. Gravimetric, electrochemical and quantum chemical studies of some pyridazine derivatives as corrosion inhibitors for mild steel in 1 M HCl solution
    • Authors: A Khadiri, R Saddik, K Bekkouche, A Aouniti, B Hammouti, N Benchat, …
    • Year: 2016
    • Citations: 159
    • Journal: Journal of the Taiwan Institute of Chemical Engineers, volume 58, pages 552-564
  4. Weight loss measurement and theoretical study of new pyridazine compound as corrosion inhibitor for C38 steel in hydrochloric acid solution
    • Authors: H Zarrok, H Oudda, A Zarrouk, R Salghi, B Hammouti, M Bouachrine
    • Year: 2011
    • Citations: 147
    • Journal: Der Pharma Chemica, volume 3, issue 6, pages 576-590
  5. A theoretical study on the inhibition efficiencies of some quinoxalines as corrosion inhibitors of copper in nitric acid
    • Authors: A Zarrouk, B Hammouti, A Dafali, M Bouachrine, H Zarrok, S Boukhris, …
    • Year: 2014
    • Citations: 143
    • Journal: Journal of Saudi Chemical Society, volume 18, issue 5, pages 450-455
  6. Inhibitory properties, adsorption and theoretical study of 3, 7-dimethyl-1-(prop-2-yn-1-yl) quinoxalin-2 (1H)-one as efficient corrosion inhibitor for carbon steel in …
    • Authors: A Zarrouk, H Zarrok, Y Ramli, M Bouachrine, B Hammouti, …
    • Year: 2016
    • Citations: 142
    • Journal: Journal of Molecular Liquids, volume 222, pages 239-252
  7. Corrosion inhibition of copper in nitric acid solutions using a new triazole derivative
    • Authors: B Hammouti, H Zarrok, M Bouachrine, KF Khaled, SS Al-Deyab
    • Year: 2012
    • Citations: 139
    • Journal: International Journal of Electrochemical Science, volume 7, issue 1, pages 89-105
  8. A theoretical investigation on the corrosion inhibition of copper by quinoxaline derivatives in nitric acid solution
    • Authors: A Zarrouk, H Zarrok, R Salghi, B Hammouti, SS Al-Deyab, R Touzani, …
    • Year: 2012
    • Citations: 131
    • Journal: International Journal of Electrochemical Science, volume 7, issue 7, pages 6353-6364
  9. Evaluation of N-containing organic compound as corrosion inhibitor for carbon steel in phosphoric acid
    • Authors: A Zarrouk, H Zarrok, R Salghi, B Hammouti, F Bentiss, R Touir, …
    • Year: 2013
    • Citations: 128
    • Journal: Journal of Materials and Environmental Science, volume 4, issue 2, pages 177-192
  10. DFT and TD-DFT calculation of new thienopyrazine-based small molecules for organic solar cells
    • Authors: M Bourass, AT Benjelloun, M Benzakour, M Mcharfi, M Hamidi, …
    • Year: 2016
    • Citations: 111
    • Journal: Chemistry Central Journal, volume 10, issue 1, pages 1-11

 

 

Dr. MADHU MATHI | Atomic Chemistry | Women Researcher Award

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Dr. MADHU MATHI | Atomic Chemistry | Women Researcher Award

Veterinary Doctor at Atomic Chemistry, Gokulam Annadhan Temple, India

👨‍🎓She remarkable academic journey, extensive research contributions, and dedication to the field of psychology are truly commendable. Your wealth of knowledge and diverse skill set reflect a deep commitment to understanding and addressing critical issues such as bullying, inclusion, and socialization.

🔬 She successful completion of a PhD in Psychology, along with the numerous advanced courses and workshops, showcases your continuous pursuit of excellence and expertise in your field.

🏆 The awards and recognitions, including the First Place in the Poster Award at the University of Stavanger, underscore the impact of your research and the high regard it holds in the academic community.

Professional Profiles:

🏆 Award Received:

  • Alexander Flemming award, USA

🌍 International Science Conferences Attended:

  • 18th International Conference on Livestock Farming, Medicine, and Surgery in London, United Kingdom, on October 17th and 18th, 2016.
  • International Conference on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Management in Cairo, Egypt, on February 11-12, 2017.

📝 Editorial Board Member:

  • Archives on Veterinary Science and Technology – Gavin Publishers

🔍 Reviewer for:

  • International Research Journal of Public and Environmental Health
  • Journal of Animal Science And Veterinary Medicine
  • International Journal of Agricultural Policy and Research
  • International Journal of Tropical Disease & Health
  • International Journal of Agricultural Sciences
  • International Research Journal of Pure and Applied Chemistry

🛡️ Patents:

  • Holding two Indian patents

📚 Research Papers Published:

  • Fifteen research papers in veterinary medicine
  • More than thirty research articles in multi-science disciplines published in reputed National and International journals

📘 Books:

  • “RE-SEARCH” sold by Amazon

💼 Current Position:

  • Currently working as a Senior Subject Matter Expert in Animal Health Claims Assessment at Allianz India, a United Kingdom-based company, since 2016.

🧪 Current Research:

  • Currently involved in atomic-chemistry, radio-chemistry, and multi-faculty science researches.