Yang Na | Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Yang Na | Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Associate professor at University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, China

Dr. Na Yang (b. Jan 1992) is an Associate Professor at the School of Materials and Energy, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu 🇨🇳. She earned her Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering and Technology from Chongqing University and completed postdoctoral research under Prof. Zhongwei Chen at South China Normal University and the University of Waterloo 🇨🇦. Her research focuses on density functional theory (DFT)🧠, ab initio molecular dynamics (AIMD)🧪, catalyst design🧲, and electrochemical mechanisms⚡. With an H-index of 15, Dr. Yang has published in high-impact journals like Angewandte Chemie, Advanced Materials, and ACS Energy Letters 📚. She has contributed significantly to the fields of CO₂ reduction, oxygen reduction reactions, and nitrogen fixation catalysis 🌱.

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Research Fields

Dr. Yang Na’s research spans several cutting-edge areas in materials science and energy technology ⚙️⚡. Her primary expertise lies in density functional theory (DFT) and ab initio molecular dynamics (AIMD), which she uses to model and simulate material behavior at the atomic level 🧬💻. She is deeply involved in the design and screening of catalysts for various energy applications, focusing on improving efficiency and stability 🔍🔋. Dr. Yang also works on the preparation of new highly active catalysts, utilizing advanced synthesis techniques to enhance catalytic performance 🧪⚗️. Another key area of her research is the exploration of electrochemical catalytic mechanisms, where she investigates fundamental reaction pathways to optimize energy conversion processes such as hydrogen evolution and oxygen reduction 🌱⚡. Through these interdisciplinary approaches, Dr. Yang contributes significantly to the development of sustainable and high-performance energy materials for a greener future 🌍🔧

🎓 Educational Background

Dr. Yang Na earned her Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering and Technology from Chongqing University, Chongqing, China, where she studied from September 2014 to June 2020 🧪🎓. Under the expert mentorship of Professor Li Li, she developed a strong foundation in advanced chemical engineering principles and materials research 🔬📘. Her doctoral studies involved in-depth exploration of catalyst design, electrochemical energy conversion, and computational modeling, laying the groundwork for her current contributions to energy materials and catalysis research 💡⚙️. The rigorous academic environment at Chongqing University provided her with both theoretical knowledge and hands-on research experience, enabling her to tackle real-world energy challenges with innovative scientific approaches 🌍💻. Dr. Yang’s time at Chongqing University was instrumental in shaping her expertise in computational chemistry, materials synthesis, and electrochemical systems, which continue to define her career as a forward-thinking and impactful researcher in the field of materials science and energy technology ⚛️🔋.

💼 Professional Experience

From September 2020 to September 2022, Dr. Yang Na undertook postdoctoral research that significantly advanced her expertise in materials and energy science 🌱🔬. She began her postdoctoral journey at the School of Information and Optoelectronic Science and Engineering, South China Normal University, Guangdong, China, where she worked under the mentorship of Prof. Zhongwei Chen 📡🧠. During this period, she focused on optoelectronic materials and their applications in energy systems.

Simultaneously, Dr. Yang continued her postdoctoral research at the School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, University of Waterloo, Ontario, Canada 🍁⚗️. Under the same mentorship of Prof. Chen, she deepened her research into electrocatalysis and advanced energy storage materials, contributing to cutting-edge developments in sustainable energy technologies 🔋🌍. These international and interdisciplinary experiences enriched her research perspective and equipped her with global insights into innovation and collaboration in the materials science domain 🌐🧪.

Research Focus

Dr. Yang Na specializes in cutting-edge research within the fields of catalysis, energy materials, and sustainable chemistry ⚗️🔋. Her work spans a diverse range of topics including electrocatalysis, chemical looping reforming, CO₂ photoreduction, and ammonia synthesis. Using advanced techniques like density functional theory (DFT) and ab initio molecular dynamics (AIMD), she designs and screens highly active catalysts for clean energy conversion 🌱🌍. Her contributions to perovskite-based and polymer dielectric materials show a strong interdisciplinary approach, connecting materials science, environmental engineering, and green chemistry ♻️🧪. Dr. Yang’s research plays a vital role in promoting efficient energy solutions.

Conclusion

Dr. Yang Na’s exceptional research in renewable energy, particularly her work on catalytic mechanisms and material design for electrochemical reactions, positions her as an outstanding candidate for the “Best Researcher Award.” Her contributions to both theoretical and practical aspects of energy research make her a leader in the field, and her continued work promises to bring lasting impacts to sustainable energy solutions.

Publication Top Notes

  • 🔬 Tailoring active lattice oxygen in CeO₂-Based oxygen carriers for enhanced chemical looping dry reforming of methane – Journal of the Energy Institute, 2025  📄

  • ⚡ NiFe-based arrays with MnO₂ enhance chloride blocking for durable alkaline seawater oxidation – Journal of Colloid and Interface Science, 2025 | 1 citation 💧

  • 🌞 Rational Design of Methylated Triazine-Based Polymers for CO₂ Photoreduction with Water – Advanced Materials, 2025  📘

  • 🧪 Durable, Super-Resilient Polyurethane Elastomers via Hydrogen Bond Cross-Linking – Macromolecules, 2025 🧵

  • 🧫 Axial Cl-Induced Symmetry-Breaking Iron SAC for Electrochemical Ammonia Synthesis – ACS Catalysis, 2025 ⚗️

  • 🔌 All-organic dielectric PP-based polymer with high breakdown strength – Polymer, 2025  ⚡

  • 🧴 Mini-review: Indium-oxide based catalysts for CO₂ to methanol – 2025  📚

  • 💡 Lattice Oxygen Redox in Zeolite-Encapsulated CsPbBr₃ Perovskites for OER – Advanced Science, 2025 🌐

  • 🔄 Real-Time Detection in KNixFe₁₋ₓF₃ Perovskites for Water Oxidation – Small, 2025 | 1 citation 🔍

  • 💧 Water dissociation via bimetallic phosphide & Mn oxide for alkaline HER – Nano Research, 2025  🌊

Ahmet Ozdemir | Medicinal Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Dr Ahmet Ozdemir | Medicinal Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Professor Doctorate, Anadolu University ,Turkey.

Ahmet ÖZDEMİR, born on July 24, 1972, in Muğla, Turkey, is a Professor of Pharmaceutical Chemistry at Anadolu University, where he has been a faculty member since 1997. He earned his undergraduate degree in Pharmacy from Anadolu University (1990-1994), followed by an M.Sc. in Pharmaceutical Chemistry (1995-1996) and a Ph.D. in the same field (1996-2004), with research focusing on the synthesis and biological activities of novel compounds. Dr. ÖZDEMİR has held various academic positions at Anadolu University, advancing from Research Assistant to Professor. He has also served in administrative roles, including Associate Director of Anadolu University Yunus Emre Vocational School and Vice Academic Director of the Open Education Faculty’s Department of Health Administration. His research is well-regarded, earning him multiple awards, including the Anadolu University Article Performance Award and the ISIF’21 Silver Medal for his work on targeted novel triazolothiadiazine derivatives for lung cancer treatment.

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Education

Prof. Dr. Ahmet Özdemir’s educational journey began at Salihli Cumhuriyet Elementary School, where he completed his primary education from 1978 to 1983. He continued his secondary education at Salihli 50. Yıl Secondary School from 1983 to 1986, and then attended Salihli High School from 1986 to 1989, where he completed his high school education. Prof. Dr. Özdemir pursued his undergraduate studies at Anadolu University Faculty of Pharmacy, graduating in 1994. He furthered his education with a Master’s Degree in Pharmaceutical Chemistry at Anadolu University’s Graduate School of Health Sciences from 1995 to 1996, where he completed his thesis. He continued at Anadolu University for his Doctoral Degree in Pharmaceutical Chemistry, which he achieved in 2004. Additionally, he possesses intermediate proficiency in English, which complements his academic background and research expertise.

Academic Titles

Prof. Dr. Ahmet Özdemir’s academic career at Anadolu University’s Faculty of Pharmacy spans several roles and achievements. He began his journey as a Research Assistant in 1997, a position he held until 2004. Following this, he advanced to the role of Research Assistant Doctor, continuing his work at the same institution from 2004 to 2005. Dr. Özdemir was then appointed as a Lecturer from 2005 to 2007, showcasing his growing expertise in the field. His contributions were recognized with a promotion to Assistant Professor Doctor, a role he embraced from 2007 to 2010. His exceptional work led to his promotion to Associate Professor Doctor, a position he held from 2010 to 2015. Since 2015, Prof. Dr. Özdemir has served as Professor Doctor, continuing to make significant contributions to the Faculty of Pharmacy and the broader academic community.

Awards

Prof. Dr. Ahmet Özdemir has received several prestigious awards for his academic and research contributions. In 2014, he was honored with the Anadolu University Article Performance Award. His outstanding achievements continued with the Anadolu University Gold Article Performance Award and the Anadolu University Platinum Article Performance Award in 2015. He maintained a high standard of excellence, receiving the Anadolu University Article Performance Award annually from 2016 to 2018. In 2019, Dr. Özdemir was recognized with the Anadolu University Academic Success Award. His consistent performance earned him the Anadolu University Article Performance Award again in 2020. Notably, in 2021, he was awarded the ISIF’21 Silver Medal for the invention titled “Targeted Novel Triazolothiadiazine Derivatives for the Treatment of Lung Cancer” at the 6th Istanbul International Inventions Fair (ISIF’21). This award was shared with Assoc. Prof. Dr. Belgin Sever, Prof. Dr. Mehlika Dilek Altintop, and Prof. Dr. Gülşen Akalın Çiftçi.

Research Focus

Prof. Dr. Ahmet Özdemir’s research is dedicated to the field of medicinal chemistry, with a keen focus on several key areas. He specializes in the synthesis of bioactive compounds, aiming to develop novel chemical entities with potential therapeutic uses, particularly targeting antifungal and antibacterial applications. His work in pharmaceutical chemistry involves investigating the physicochemical properties of these compounds, which has significant implications for drug design and efficacy. Dr. Özdemir also explores antimicrobial agents, focusing on the synthesis and evaluation of compounds designed to combat bacterial and fungal pathogens. In the realm of drug design and development, he examines structure-activity relationships to create effective and selective pharmaceutical agents. Additionally, his contributions extend to invention and innovation, where he develops novel chemical derivatives, such as triazolothiadiazine derivatives, for potential applications in treating diseases like lung cancer.

Publications

  1. “Design, synthesis and biological evaluation of a new series of imidazothiazole-hydrazone hybrids as dual EGFR and Akt inhibitors for NSCLC therapy”
    • Authors: Altıntop, M.D., Ertorun, İ., Akalın Çiftçi, G., Özdemir, A.
    • Year: 2024
  2. “Design, Synthesis, and In Vivo Evaluation of a New Series of Indole-Chalcone Hybrids as Analgesic and Anti-Inflammatory Agents”
    • Authors: Baramaki, I., Altıntop, M.D., Arslan, R., Hasan, A., Bektaş Türkmen, N.
    • Year: 2024
  3. “Design, Synthesis, and Evaluation of a New Series of 2-Pyrazolines as Potential Antileukemic Agents”
    • Authors: Altıntop, M.D., Cantürk, Z., Özdemir, A.
    • Year: 2023
  4. “Design, Synthesis, and Evaluation of a New Series of Hydrazones as Small-Molecule Akt Inhibitors for NSCLC Therapy”
    • Authors: Erdönmez, B., Altıntop, M.D., Akalın Çiftçi, G., Özdemir, A., Ece, A.
    • Year: 2023
  5. “A new series of hydrazones as small-molecule aldose reductase inhibitors”
    • Authors: Altıntop, M.D., Demir, Y., Türkeş, C., Beydemir, Ş., Özdemir, A.
    • Year: 2023
  6. “A new series of thiazole-hydrazone hybrids for Akt-targeted therapy of non-small cell lung cancer”
    • Authors: Orujova, T., Ece, A., Akalın Çiftçi, G., Özdemir, A., Altıntop, M.D.
    • Year: 2023
  7. “Discovery of Small Molecule COX-1 and Akt Inhibitors as Anti-NSCLC Agents Endowed with Anti-Inflammatory Action”
    • Authors: Altıntop, M.D., Akalın Çiftçi, G., Yılmaz Savaş, N., Alataş, Ö., Özdemir, A.
    • Year: 2023
  8. “Microwave-assisted synthesis of a series of 4,5-dihydro-1H-pyrazoles endowed with selective COX-1 inhibitory potency”
    • Authors: Altıntop, M.D., Temel, H.E., Özdemir, A.
    • Year: 2023
  9. “Design, synthesis and biological evaluation of a new series of arylidene indanones as small molecules for targeted therapy of non-small cell lung carcinoma and prostate cancer”
    • Authors: Altıntop, M.D., Özdemir, A., Temel, H.E., Kaplancıklı, Z.A., Akalın Çiftçi, G.
    • Year: 2022
  10. “A new series of thiosemicarbazone-based anti-inflammatory agents exerting their action through cyclooxygenase inhibition”
    • Authors: Altıntop, M.D., Sever, B., Akalın Çiftçi, G., Alataş, Ö., Özdemir, A.
    • Year: 2022