Assistant Professor at The Women University Multan, Pakistan
Dr. Samina Aslam is a dedicated researcher and academic specializing in organic chemistry. She obtained her Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry from The Islamia University of Bahawalpur in 2014, following her M.Phil. and M.Sc. degrees from the same institution. With over 11 years of research experience, she has worked on the synthesis, reactivity, and biological activity of novel aryl heterocycles. Dr. Aslam has held various academic positions, including Assistant Professor of Chemistry at The Women University Multan, and has completed prestigious postdoctoral fellowships at Cardiff University, Oxford University, and Nagasaki University. Her research has earned her numerous awards and fellowships, including recognition from the Higher Education Commission of Pakistan and the Takeda Science Foundation of Japan. She is an active member of several scientific societies and regularly reviews for international journals.
Publication Profile👤
Education
Dr. Samina Aslam has a strong academic foundation in chemistry, beginning with her Bachelor of Science degree from Govt. College for Women Bahawalpur in 2002, where she studied Chemistry, Botany, and Zoology. She continued her academic journey at The Islamia University of Bahawalpur, earning a Master of Science in Chemistry in 2004 with an impressive score of 943/1450. In 2007, she completed her Master of Philosophy (M.Phil.) in Organic Chemistry, achieving 491/600 marks and securing the 1st position. Her M.Phil. dissertation was titled “Synthesis and Reactions of Aryl Furans.” In 2014, Dr. Aslam obtained her PhD in Organic Chemistry from The Islamia University of Bahawalpur, with a CGPA of 3.46/4.00. Her PhD dissertation focused on the “Novel Aryl Heterocycles: Synthesis, Reactivity, and Biological Activity,” reflecting her expertise in advanced organic chemistry research. Her academic achievements are a testament to her dedication and intellectual rigor in the field of organic chemistry.
Professional Experience
Dr. Samina Aslam has extensive professional experience in both research and teaching, spanning over 11 years. She began her career as a research fellow in the Department of Chemistry at The Islamia University of Bahawalpur, where she contributed to various organic chemistry research projects from September 2003 to September 2014. She also served as a visiting scholar at Cardiff University, UK, for six months, where she enhanced her research expertise. In addition to her research work, Dr. Aslam has four years of teaching experience at APWA Girls High School in Bahawalpur, where she taught science subjects. In higher education, Dr. Aslam held positions as a Lecturer of Chemistry at Arrsh College of Science and Allama Iqbal College in Bahawalpur. She later joined Punjab College of Women, Bahawalpur, as a permanent lecturer in chemistry. In 2014, she became an Assistant Professor of Chemistry at The Women University Multan, initially under the IPFP program of the Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan, and later as a permanent faculty member. She has also undertaken prestigious postdoctoral fellowships, including at the University of Oxford and Nagasaki University, Japan. Throughout her career, Dr. Aslam has been involved in supervising research students and managing laboratory operations and research initiatives at her institution.
Research Interests
Dr. Samina Aslam’s research interests primarily focus on organic chemistry, particularly in the synthesis and biological evaluation of nitrogen-containing heterocycles. Her doctoral research, titled “Novel Aryl Heterocycles: Synthesis, Reactivity and Biological Activity,” emphasizes the development of innovative synthetic methodologies and the exploration of the pharmacological potentials of these compounds. She has also conducted significant studies on the synthesis and reactions of aryl furans, as well as nitration studies of triphenylpyrazole during her master’s and M.Phil. research. Dr. Aslam is actively engaged in exploring the biological activities of synthesized compounds, aiming to identify new pharmaceutical agents. Additionally, her instrumental skills in characterization techniques, including FT-IR, NMR, and GC-MS, enable her to conduct detailed analyses of organic compounds. Through her work, Dr. Aslam contributes to advancing knowledge in the field of organic chemistry and its applications in drug development.
Publication Top Notes
Electrochemical Hydrogen Production: Sustainable Hydrogen Economy
- Journal: Green Chemistry
- Volume: 25 (23), Pages: 9543-9573
- Year: 2023
- Citations: 27
Organic Synthesis via Kolbe and Related Non-Kolbe Electrolysis: An Enabling Electro-Strategy
- Journal: Reaction Chemistry & Engineering
- Volume: 6 (8), Pages: 1342-1366
- Year: 2021
- Citations: 19
Pharmaceutical, Ethnopharmacological, Phytochemical and Synthetic Importance of Genus Aerva: A Review
- Journal: Natural Product Communications
- Volume: 13 (3), Article Number: 1934578X1801300326
- Year: 2018
- Citations: 13
Thiazolidines: Potential Anti-Viral Agents Against Avian Influenza and Infectious Bronchitis Viruses
- Journal: Veterinary Research Forum
- Volume: 11 (4), Pages: 415
- Year: 2020
- Citations: 12
Alginate‐Based Bio‐Nanohybrids with Unique Properties for Biomedical Applications
- Journal: Starch‐Stärke
- Volume: 76 (1-2), Article Number: 2200100
- Year: 2024
- Citations: 11
Heterocyclic Electrochemistry: Renewable Electricity in the Construction of Heterocycles
- Journal: ACS Omega
- Volume: 8 (7), Pages: 6175-6217
- Year: 2023
- Citations: 10
Conclusion
Dr. Samina Aslam’s research in organic chemistry, particularly in the synthesis and evaluation of biologically active compounds, positions her as a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award. Her academic accomplishments, extensive teaching experience, and international research exposure make her a well-rounded and deserving nominee.