DESSIE Tibebe | Analytical Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. DESSIE Tibebe | Analytical chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor at Analytical Chemistry, Department of Chemistry, College of Natural and Computational Sciences, University of Gondar, Iran

Dr. Dessie Tibebe is a dedicated researcher and academic with expertise in environmental chemistry. He has a strong background in various aspects of environmental chemistry, including aquatic chemistry, water quality management, and practical environmental chemical analysis. Dr. Tibebe has been involved in several significant research projects, such as investigating the impacts of agrochemical loads on Lake Tana and characterizing industrial effluents for sustainable management. He has also led projects on detecting hormone-disrupting chemicals in water and fish samples, as well as utilizing water hyacinth biomass for organic fertilizer production. Dr. Tibebe’s work extends beyond research, as he has received recognition for his outstanding performance in teaching and research. He has also contributed to training programs for chemistry teachers and has actively participated in conferences and congresses related to environmental sustainability and chemistry. Overall, Dr. Dessie Tibebe is a committed professional making valuable contributions to the field of environmental chemistry.

Professional Profiles:

Education:

Doctor of Philosophy in Analytical Chemistry from Addis Ababa University, Ethiopia. Master of Physical Chemistry from Bahir Dar University, Ethiopia. Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from Dilla University, Ethiopia. Higher Diploma for Teaching Methodology from the University of Gondar, Ethiopia.

Teaching:

Dr. Dessie Tibebe specializes in modern aspects of environmental chemistry, with a focus on environmental chemistry and toxicology, advanced chemical kinetics, aquatic chemistry, water quality, and wastewater management. Their expertise also includes practical environmental chemical analysis, advanced analytical chemistry, non-aqueous solution chemistry, and analytical applications of complex equilibria and modern extraction techniques. Dr. Tibebe is experienced in methods of scientific research writing, advanced practical instrumental analyses, statistical thermodynamics, surface chemistry, quantum chemistry, chemical kinetics, and electrochemistry. They have a strong background in practical physical chemistry, instrumental analyses, and real sample analyses.

Awards:

Dr. Dessie Tibebe has been involved in several significant projects focused on environmental management and sustainability in Ethiopia. From 2017 to 2018, as the Principal Investigator (PI), Dr. Tibebe led the UoG Mega project on Internal and External Agrochemical loads and their impacts on Lake Tana, emphasizing sustainable management practices. This project was successfully completed under their supervision. Similarly, in 2019-2020, Dr. Tibebe served as the PI for the UoG Mega project on the Treatment and Characterization of Tannery and Textile Industrial effluents in Amhara regional States, employing the Electrocoagulation Process with Aluminium electrodes. Another completed project, from 2020 to 2021, involved the Detection and Characterization of potential Hormone Disrupting Chemicals in Water and Fish Samples in the Amhara National Regional State Lakes, where Dr. Tibebe again acted as the PI. Currently, Dr. Tibebe is leading an ongoing external project (NABU) focused on the Utilization of Water Hyacinth biomass for organic fertilizer production in the North Eastern Lake Tana area, Ethiopia. Additionally, another ongoing external project (EEFRI) led by Dr. Tibebe investigates the Impacts of external and internal agrochemical loads on Lake Tana Ecosystem for sustainable management. Furthermore, another ongoing external project (NABU) focuses on the utilization of Water Hyacinth for soil enhancement, improved agricultural productivity, carbon sequestration, and sustainable energy production. As a Co-PI from 2018 to 2021, Dr. Tibebe contributed to the Investigation on the quality, post-harvest processing, and production site of coffee in West, Central, and North Gondar Zones, Ethiopia. Dr. Tibebe also served as a Co-PI from 2018 to 2020 for the UoG Mega project, focusing on the Effects of Waste effluent from Gondar Town on the Downstream Community and its impact on Ecological and Limnological properties of Waste Receiver Rivers in the Central Gondar Zone, Amara, Ethiopia.

Achievements and Projects:

Dr. Dessie Tibebe’s titles include: Doctor of Philosophy in Analytical Chemistry, Master of Physical Chemistry, Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, and Higher Diploma for Teaching Methodology. He is also recognized for his role as Principal Investigator (PI) in various research projects, such as the UoG Mega project on internal and external agrochemical loads and impacts on Lake Tana for sustainable management, and the UoG Mega project on treatment and characterization of tannery and textile industrial effluents in Amhara regional states by electrocoagulation process using aluminum electrodes. Additionally, he serves as a Co-Principal Investigator (Co-PI) on projects investigating the quality, post-harvest processing, and production site of coffee in different zones of Gondar, Ethiopia, as well as the effects of waste effluent from Gondar Town on downstream communities and its impact on ecological and limnological properties of waste receiver rivers in Central Gondar Zone, Amhara, Ethiopia. Dr. Tibebe has also been involved in external projects related to water hyacinth biomass utilization for organic fertilizer production, the impacts of agrochemical loads on Lake Tana ecosystem, and the utilization of water hyacinth for soil enhancement, improved agricultural productivity, carbon sequestration, and sustainable energy production.

Publicatons:

  1. “The impact of sewage effluents on water quality of Lake Hawassa, Ethiopia”
    • Authors: Tibebe, D.; Tesfaye, Y.; Kassa, Y.
    • Year: 2023
    • Citations: 0
  2. “A study of basic and reactive dyes removal from synthetic and industrial wastewater by electrocoagulation process”
    • Authors: Negash, A.; Tibebe, D.; Mulugeta, M.; Kassa, Y.
    • Year: 2023
    • Citations: 3
  3. “Assessment of selected heavy metals in honey samples using flame atomic absorption spectroscopy (FAAS), Ethiopia”
    • Authors: Tibebe, D.; Hussen, M.; Mulugeta, M.; Gedefaw, M.; Kassa, Y.
    • Year: 2022
    • Citations: 2
  4. “Investigation of selected physico-chemical quality parameters in industrial wastewater by electrocoagulation process, Ethiopia”
    • Authors: Tibebe, D.; Negash, A.; Mulugeta, M.; Moges, Z.; Yenealem, D.
    • Year: 2022
    • Citations: 2
  5. “Compost preparation, chemical analyses and users’ perception in the utilization of water hyacinth, Ethiopia”
    • Authors: Tibebe, D.; Jembere, K.; Kidie, A.; Alem, T.; Teshome, G.
    • Year: 2022
    • Citations: 2
  6. “Assessment of spatio-temporal variations of selected water quality parameters of Lake Ziway, Ethiopia using multivariate techniques”
    • Authors: Tibebe, D.; Zewge, F.; Lemma, B.; Kassa, Y.
    • Year: 2022
    • Citations: 7
  7. “The Potential of Wetlands as Treatment Systems for Organic Matter and Some Selected Metals (As, Ca, Cd, Cr, Cu, Fe, K, Mg, Mn, Na, Pb, and Zn): Case Study of Yitamot Wetland, Ethiopia”
    • Authors: Kassa, Y.; Mengistu, S.; Wondie, A.; Tibebe, D.
    • Year: 2022
    • Citations: 1
  8. “Distribution of macrophytes in relation to physico-chemical characters in the south western littoral zone of Lake Tana, Ethiopia”
    • Authors: Kassa, Y.; Mengistu, S.; Wondie, A.; Tibebe, D.
    • Year: 2021
    • Citations: 5
  9. “Investigation of spatio-temporal variations of selected water quality parameters and trophic status of Lake Tana for sustainable management, Ethiopia”
    • Authors: Tibebe, D.; Kassa, Y.; Melaku, A.; Lakew, S.
    • Year: 2019
    • Citations: 51

 

 

Karuppiah Nagaraj | Biophysical Chemistry | Best Faculty Award

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Dr. Karuppiah Nagaraj | Biophysical Chemistry | Best Faculty Award

Assistant Professor at Biophysical Chemistry, National Forensic Sciences University, India

Dr. Karuppiah Nagaraj is an Assistant Professor at the School of Pharmacy, National Forensic Sciences University, with extensive experience in Chemistry. He has held various academic positions and completed his Ph.D. at Bharathidasan University. His research interests include surfactant/polymer metal complexes, anticancer drug synthesis, and chemical kinetics. Dr. Nagaraj has received several awards for his research and is a member of various scientific organizations.

Professional Profiles:

Educations:

Dr. Karuppiah Nagaraj is an experienced Assistant Professor with a background in Chemistry. He is currently serving as an Assistant Professor at the School of Pharmacy, National Forensic Sciences University, Gandhinagar, Gujarat, India, a position he has held since 2023. Prior to this, Dr. Nagaraj has held Assistant Professor positions at various institutions including the Department of Chemistry at UPL University of Sustainable Technology in Ankleshwar, Vataria, Gujarat, India (2022-2023), St.Peter’s Engineering College in Hyderabad, Telangana (2021-2022), VSM Institutions in Ramachandrapuram, Andra Pradesh (2020-2021), St. Eugene University in Zambia (2018-2020), IISER in Tiravendrum, Kerala (2017-2018), Vivekananda College in Tamilnadu (2015-2017), and ANNA University in Tamilnadu (2014-2015). Dr. Nagaraj completed his Ph.D. in Chemistry at Bharathidasan University, Tiruchirapalli, Tamilnadu in 2014, focusing on [specific research area]. He also holds an M.Phil. in Chemistry from Madurai Kamaraj University, Tamilnadu (2009-2010), an M.Sc. in Chemistry from SBK College, Aruppukottai, Tamilnadu (2007-2009), and a B.Sc. in Chemistry from Devanga Arts College, Aruppukottai, Tamilnadu (2004-2007). Dr. Nagaraj’s academic journey demonstrates a strong commitment to the field of Chemistry and excellence in teaching and research.

Achievements:

Dr. Karuppiah Nagaraj has achieved several accolades and recognitions throughout his academic and research career. He qualified for the Graduate Aptitude Test for Engineering Exam (GATE) in 2009, demonstrating his proficiency in the field. He was awarded a University Research Fellowship from 2010 to 2012, recognizing his outstanding contributions to research. Dr. Nagaraj received the UGC Research Fellowship in Science for Meritorious Research Students (RFSMS) from 2013 to 2015, highlighting his excellence in scientific research. In 2016, Dr. Nagaraj was honored with the Dr. A P J Abdul Kalam Award for Young Scientists, recognizing his potential and dedication to the field of science. He was also awarded the Summer Research Fellow Award (SRF) by the Indian Institute of Science and Education (IISER), Tiravendrum, Kerala, in 2017, further highlighting his commitment to research excellence. Dr. Nagaraj’s achievements extend to 2022, where he received the InSc Research Excellency Award, certified under the Ministry of MSME & Corporate Affairs, Government of India, showcasing his continued dedication to research and innovation. He is a Life Member of InSc, certified under the Ministry of MSME & Corporate Affairs, Government of India, and a Lifetime Fellow Member of Eudoxia Research University, USA, as well as Eudoxia Research Centre, India, reflecting his standing in the research community. Additionally, Dr. Nagaraj serves as an Editorial Board Member of Nanomedicine & Nanotechnology, further demonstrating his expertise and leadership in his field.

Research Experience:

During his Master of Philosophy project, Dr. Karuppiah Nagaraj focused on “Isolation and characterization of secondary metabolites from natural resources.” This project was conducted under the guidance of Dr. K. Pitchumani at the School of Chemistry, Natural Products Chemistry, Madurai Kamaraj University, Madurai. For his Senior Research Fellowship (SRF) project, Dr. Nagaraj worked on “Efficient Light Driven Generation of Hydrogen Using Earth Abundant Metal Ions.” This research was conducted under the guidance of Dr. H. Mahesh Hariharan, Head of the School of Chemistry, Photo catalytic Chemistry, at IISER, Tiravendrum, Kerala. In his Doctorate project, Dr. Nagaraj’s research focused on “Synthesis and studies involving some surfactant cobalt(III) complexes-kinetics of electron transfer in microheterogeneous media, binding interaction with nucleic acids and antitumor properties.” This project was conducted under the guidance of Dr. S. Arunachalam at the School of Chemistry, Bharathidasan University, Tamilnadu, India.

Research Interest:

Dr. Karuppiah Nagaraj’s research interests encompass a diverse range of topics in chemistry. These include the interaction of surfactant/polymer metal complexes with biomolecules, synthesis, design, and development of anticancer drugs, isolation and characterization of secondary metabolites from natural resources, chemical kinetics, and photo and electro-catalysis. His work in these areas reflects a commitment to advancing our understanding of complex chemical processes and their potential applications in various fields.

Publications:

  1. Influence of self-assembly on intercalative DNA binding interaction of double-chain surfactant Co (iii) complexes containing imidazo [4, 5-f][1, 10] phenanthroline and dipyrido …
    • Authors: K Nagaraj, G Velmurugan, S Sakthinathan, P Venuvanalingam, …
    • Journal: Dalton Transactions
    • Year: 2014
    • Citations: 42
  2. Synthesis, CMC determination, nucleic acid binding and cytotoxicity of a surfactant–cobalt (III) complex: effect of ionic liquid additive
    • Authors: K Nagaraj, S Arunachalam
    • Journal: New Journal of Chemistry
    • Year: 2014
    • Citations: 28
  3. Synthesis, micellization behavior, antimicrobial and intercalative DNA binding of some novel surfactant copper (II) complexes containing modified phenanthroline ligands
    • Authors: K Nagaraj, S Ambika, S Rajasri, S Sakthinathan, S Arunachalam
    • Journal: Colloids and Surfaces B: Biointerfaces
    • Year: 2014
    • Citations: 23
  4. Nucleic acid binding study of surfactant copper (II) complex containing dipyrido [3, 2-a: 2′-3′-c] phenazine ligand as an intercalator: in vitro antitumor activity of complex …
    • Authors: K Nagaraj, KS Murugan, P Thangamuniyandi, S Sakthinathan
    • Journal: RSC advances
    • Year: 2014
    • Citations: 22
  5. Binding of a double-chain surfactant-cobalt (III) complex to CT DNA: Effect of β-cyclodextrin in the medium
    • Authors: K Nagaraj, S Arunachalam
    • Journal: International journal of biological macromolecules
    • Year: 2013
    • Citations: 18
  6. Synthesis, CMC determination, antimicrobial activity and nucleic acid binding of a surfactant Copper (II) complex containing phenanthroline and alanine schiff-base
    • Authors: K Nagaraj, S Sakthinathan, S Arunachalam
    • Journal: Journal of fluorescence
    • Year: 2014
    • Citations: 17
  7. Synthesis and electron transfer kinetics of a surfactant–cobalt (III) complex: effects of micelles, β-cyclodextrin, and ionic liquids
    • Authors: K Nagaraj, S Arunachalam
    • Journal: Transition Metal Chemistry
    • Year: 2013
    • Citations: 15
  8. Synthesis, CMC Determination, and Outer Sphere Electron Transfer Reaction of the Surfactant–Complex Ion, cis-[Co (en) 2 (4CNP)(DA)] 3+ with [Fe (CN) 6] 4–in Micelles, β …
    • Authors: K Nagaraj, S Arunachalam
    • Journal: Australian Journal of Chemistry
    • Year: 2013
    • Citations: 15
  9. Synthesis, CMC determination, and intercalative binding interaction with nucleic acid of a surfactant–copper (II) complex with modified phenanthroline ligand (dpq)
    • Authors: K Nagaraj, S Ambika, S Arunachalam
    • Journal: Journal of Biomolecular Structure and Dynamics
    • Year: 2015
    • Citations: 14
  10. Studies on outer-sphere electron transfer reactions of surfactant–cobalt (III) complexes with iron (II) in liposome (dipalmitoylphosphotidylcholine) vesicles
    • Authors: K Nagaraj, S Arunachalam
    • Journal: Transition Metal Chemistry
    • Year: 2012
    • Citations: 13