Ignacio Rintoul appears to be a strong candidate for the Research for Best Researcher Award. Here’s an evaluation based on the provided information:
Profile
Education and Academic Background
- Docteur ès Sciences: Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Lausanne, Switzerland.
- Management of Technology: Participated in an interinstitutional program.
- Master in Chemical Engineering: Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Lausanne, Switzerland.
- Materials Engineering Diploma: Instituto de Tecnología Prof. J. Sabato, Argentina.
Current Positions
- President of Polo Tecnológico Constituyentes S.A., Argentina.
- Head Professor: Advanced Materials & Energy Group, Institute for Research and Development of the Chemical Industry – CONICET, Argentina.
- Associate Professor: Faculty of Chemical Engineering, Universidad Nacional del Litoral, Argentina.
- Founder: NOVARTEK L.L.C. and PRIS S.A.S., start-up companies focusing on industrial innovation and metallurgical specialties.
Honors and Leadership
- Member of various director boards and councils in Argentina.
- Academic Counselor and Secretary of significant associations.
- Union Representative: CONICET to the Association of State Workers.
Awards
- 2019: Acknowledgment by the Honorable Chamber of Deputies of Argentina for an AI-based medical product.
- 2018: Bronze Place Prize Winner in the Asahi Kasei Innovation contest.
- 2011: Special recognition in Organic Physics Chemistry by the Argentinian Society for Organic Chemistry Research.
- 2010: Gold Prize Winner for technology development for cattle reproduction synchronization.
- 2005: 5th position in the WorldWide “Top 25 Hottest Articles” of POLYMER.
Professional Experience
- Extensive experience ranging from CEO roles to executive positions in pilot plants and R&D.
- Significant involvement in technology management and business innovation.
Research and Intellectual Production
- 41 Articles in scientific journals.
- 3 Book chapters, 4 Theses, 67 Conferences, 11 Patents (with 5 licensed).
- 11 Technological innovation projects, 30 Technical reports, 15 Consulting services, 3 Investment and industrial development projects.
Institutional Agreements and Collaborations
- Involved in various international collaborations and technology transfers.
- Participated in significant projects under the Seventh Framework Program.
Knowledge and Expertise
- Proficient in advanced materials, energy, water engineering, micro and nanotechnologies.
- Strong background in design, business management, intellectual property, and technology strategies.
- Extensive experience in human resources production and education, supervising doctoral and master students.
Languages
- Fluent in English, French, Spanish, and Italian.
Conclusion
Ignacio Rintoul’s extensive academic and professional background, leadership roles, numerous awards, significant research contributions, and international collaborations make him a highly suitable candidate for the Research for Best Researcher Award. His work demonstrates a profound impact on both scientific communities and practical applications, reflecting excellence in research and innovation.
Publications Top Notes
- Hyperthermic triggers for drug delivery platforms
- Authors: Alarcón-Segovia, L.C., Morel, M.R., Daza-Agudelo, J.I., Ilardo, J.C., Rintoul, I.
- Year: 2024
- Crude oil removal from water: Influence of organic phase composition and mineral content
- Authors: Rintoul, I., Uldry, T., Hunkeler, D.
- Year: 2024
- The challenging scalp-electrode interface and the evolution of materials and electrode integrated ICTs for electroencephalography
- Authors: Alarcón-Segovia, L.C., Morel, R., Spies, R., Rintoul, I.
- Year: 2024
- Oral supplementation of Ilex paraguariensis extract and eggshell membrane exhibit beneficial effects on the skin of mature male rats
- Authors: Ramirez, M.R., Rintoul, I., Leiva, M., Molli, J.S., Yori, J.C.
- Year: 2023
- Effect of processing on the nutritional quality of Ilex paraguariensis
- Authors: Ramirez, M.R., Mohamad, L., Alarcón-Segovia, L.C., Rintoul, I.
- Year: 2022
- Catalytic effects of magnetic and conductive nanoparticles on immobilized glucose oxidase in skin sensors
- Authors: Alarcón-Segovia, L.C., Bandodkar, A.J., Rogers, J.A., Rintoul, I.
- Year: 2021
- Multifactorial effects of gelling conditions on mechanical properties of skin-like gelatin membranes intended for in vitro experimentation and artificial skin models
- Authors: Alarcón-Segovia, L.C., Daza-Agudelo, J.I., Rintoul, I.
- Year: 2021
- A multiparametric model for the industrialization of co-precipitation synthesis of nano-commodities
- Authors: Alarcón Segovia, L.C., Daza Agudelo, J.I., Glisoni, R.J., De Zan, M.M., Rintoul, I.
- Year: 2020
- Modelling of swelling of PVA hydrogels considering non-ideal mixing behaviour of PVA and water
- Authors: Daza Agudelo, J.I., Ramirez, M.R., Henquin, E.R., Rintoul, I.
- Year: 2019
- Kinetics and thermodynamics of swelling and dissolution of PVA gels obtained by freeze-thaw technique
- Authors: Daza Agudelo, J.I., Badano, J.M., Rintoul, I.
- Year: 2018