Dr Sumati Patil | Surface Science | Best Researcher Award |

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Dr. Sumati Patil | Surface Science | Best Researcher Award.

CNR – Istituto Officina dei Materiali (IOM) ,Italy

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👨‍🎓 Bio Summary:

Dr. Sumati Patil is an accomplished physicist specializing in 2D materials, surface science, and scanning tunneling microscopy. She has a rich background in developing advanced microscopic techniques for investigating nanostructures. Currently a Fixed Term Scientist at CNR – Istituto Officina dei Materiali (IOM) in Trieste, Italy, Dr. Patil has contributed significantly to the understanding and characterization of graphene and other nanomaterials through her innovative research.

🎓 Education:

Dr. Patil earned her Ph.D. in Physics from SP Pune University, where her thesis focused on the development of scanning tunneling microscopic techniques for the investigation of nanostructures. She also holds an M.Sc. in Physics with a specialization in Material Science from the same university, with a thesis on imaging parameters and noise in scanning tunneling microscopy of nanoparticles. Dr. Patil completed her B.Sc. in Physics Honours from SP Pune University, graduating as the university subject topper with a remarkable 93%.

🔍 Research Focus:

Dr. Patil’s research interests include the design and development of probe microscopy techniques, particularly scanning tunneling microscopy (STM) and atomic force microscopy (AFM). She specializes in the chemical synthesis of metal nanoparticles and the growth and characterization of 2D materials, such as epitaxial and CVD graphene. Her work also extends to the synthesis and study of van der Waals heterostructures and self-assembled molecular monolayers on various metallic substrates.

🏆 Honors & Awards:

Throughout her career, Dr. Patil has received numerous accolades for her groundbreaking research. Notably, she was awarded the UGC’s Dr. D. S. Kothari Postdoctoral Fellowship for her work at the Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) and the Indian Institute of Science (IISc). Her innovative contributions to the field of nanotechnology and microscopy have been widely recognized and celebrated.

Professional Experience: 💼

Dr. Patil is currently a Fixed Term Scientist at CNR – Istituto Officina dei Materiali (IOM) in Trieste, Italy, where she focuses on 2D materials and surface science. She has previously held fellowships at the International Centre for Theoretical Physics (ICTP) in collaboration with CNR-IOM, and has worked as a postdoctoral researcher at the Department of Physics, Indian Institute of Science (IISc), and IISER Pune. Her extensive experience includes optimizing deposition parameters for boron-doped graphene, characterizing molecular interactions with graphene and metal surfaces, and developing in-house built point contact spectroscopy setups.

 📚 Top Noted Publications :

Title: Mixed Phase, sp2–sp3 Bonded, and Disordered Few Layer Graphene-like Nanocarbon: Synthesis and Characterizations
Authors: A Kumar, S Patil, A Joshi, V Bhoraskar, S Datar, P Alegaonkar
Journal: Applied Surface Science
Citations: 34
Year of Publication: 2013

Title: Charge Storage and Electron Transport Properties of Gold Nanoparticles Decorating a Urethane-Methacrylate Comb Polymer Network
Authors: S Patil, S Datar, N Rekha, SK Asha, CV Dharmadhikari
Journal: Nanoscale
Citations: 21
Year of Publication: 2013

Title: Revisiting HOPG Superlattices: Structure and Conductance Properties
Authors: S Patil, S Kolekar, A Deshpande
Journal: Surface Science
Citations: 20
Year of Publication: 2017

Title: Reduction in Surface Recombination through Hydrogen and 1-Heptene Passivated Silicon Nanocrystals Film on Silicon Solar Cells
Authors: C Rajesh, MR Pramod, S Patil, S Mahamuni, S More, RO Dusane
Journal: Solar Energy
Citations: 14
Year of Publication: 2012

Title: Study of Thermal-Field Emission Properties and Investigation of Temperature Dependent Noise in the Emission Current from Vertical Carbon Nanotube Emitters
Authors: S Kolekar, SP Patole, S Patil, JB Yoo, CV Dharmadhikari
Journal: Surface Science
Citations: 10
Year of Publication: 2017

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Dr. Patil’s research has been widely cited in the scientific community, reflecting the impact and importance of her work. Her author metrics indicate a strong influence in the fields of nanotechnology and surface science, with her publications serving as key references for ongoing research in these areas.

📅 Research Timeline:

08/2008 – 09/2014: Ph.D. in Physics, SP Pune University

2006 – 2008: M.Sc. in Physics (Specialization – Material Science), SP Pune University

2003 – 2006: B.Sc. in Physics Honours, SP Pune University

10/07/2015 – 01/12/2016: UGC’s Dr. D. S. Kothari Postdoctoral Fellow, IISER Pune

01/12/2016 – 01/04/2019: UGC’s Dr. D. S. Kothari Postdoctoral Fellow, IISc Bengaluru

01/04/2019 – 01/08/2019: Postdoctoral Researcher, IISc Bengaluru

16/01/2020 – 15/03/2021: ICTP-TRIL Fellow, ICTP in collaboration with CNR-IOM, Trieste, Italy

02/12/2021 – 01/03/2024: ICTP-TRIL Fellow, ICTP in collaboration with CNR-IOM, Trieste, Italy

22/05/2024 – Current: Fixed Term Scientist, CNR – Istituto Officina dei Materiali (IOM), Trieste, Italy

Assoc Prof Dr LOZAN VASILE | Coordination Chemistry | Best Research Article Award |

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Assoc Prof Dr. LOZAN VASILE | Coordination Chemistry | Best Research Article Award.

Moldova State University,Moldova

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👨‍🎓 Bio Summary:

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Vasile Lozan is a distinguished chemist specializing in bioinorganic chemistry and nanocomposites. He currently leads the laboratory of “Bioinorganic Chemistry and Nanocomposites” at the Institute of Chemistry of the Academy of Sciences of Moldova (A.Ş.M.). With extensive experience in research and academia, Dr. Lozan has made significant contributions to the field through his innovative research and numerous publications.

🎓 Education:

Dr. Lozan’s educational journey began with a degree in Chemistry from the State University of Chisinau, Republic of Moldova, in 1979. He earned his Ph.D. in Chemistry in 1988 from the Scientific Council of the IREA, Moscow, Russia, specializing in Inorganic Chemistry. In 1995, he was awarded the title of Conferențiar Cercetător in Inorganic Chemistry by the National Council for Accreditation and Attestation (CNAA) of the Republic of Moldova. In 2021, he achieved the title of Doctor Habilitat in Chemical Sciences, further solidifying his expertise in the field.

🔍 Research Focus:

Dr. Lozan’s research primarily revolves around the synthesis and investigation of coordination compounds, bioinorganic chemistry, and the development of nanocomposites. His work aims to understand the chemical properties and potential applications of these compounds, particularly in enhancing bioactive substances with antioxidant properties.

🏆 Honors & Awards:

Throughout his career, Dr. Lozan has received numerous awards and honors, including the prestigious Young Scientists Award from the Academy of Sciences of Moldova (1985), the Soros Foundation Award (1993), the Royal Society Fellowship in Sheffield, England (1999), and the DAAD Fellowship in Freiburg, Germany (2000).

Professional Experience: 💼

Dr. Lozan has held various positions at the Institute of Chemistry of A.Ş.M., starting as a Senior Laboratory Assistant in the “Coordinative Chemistry” laboratory from 1979 to 1988. He then served as a Senior Researcher in the “Bioinorganic Chemistry and Nanocomposites” laboratory from 1988 to 2014. In 1993-1995, he was the Vice-Director for Scientific Affairs at the Institute. Since 2015, he has been the Head of the “Bioinorganic Chemistry and Nanocomposites” laboratory.

 📚 Top Noted Publications :

Programming MOFs for Water Sorption: Amino-Functionalized MIL-125 and UiO-66 for Heat Transformation and Heat Storage Applications

Authors: F. Jeremias, V. Lozan, S.K. Henninger, C. Janiak

Journal: Dalton Transactions

Volume: 42, Issue 45

Pages: 15967-15973

Citations: 283

Year: 2013

 

Homo- and Heterometallic Carboxylate Cage Complexes as Precatalysts for Olefin Polymerization—Activity Enhancement through “Inert Metals”

Authors: P.G. Lassahn, V. Lozan, G.A. Timco, P. Christian, C. Janiak, R.E.P. Winpenny

Journal: Journal of Catalysis

Volume: 222, Issue 1

Pages: 260-267

Citations: 97

Year: 2004

 

Metal Complexes for the Vinyl Addition Polymerization of Norbornene: New Compound Classes and Activation Mechanism with B(C6F5)3/AlEt3

Authors: C. Janiak, P.G. Lassahn, V. Lozan

Journal: Macromolecular Symposia

Volume: 236, Issue 1

Pages: 88-99

Citations: 93

Year: 2006

 

Nickel (II) and Palladium (II) Complexes with α-Dioxime Ligands as Catalysts for the Vinyl Polymerization of Norbornene in Combination with Methylaluminoxane, Tris

Authors: B. Berchtold, V. Lozan, P.G. Lassahn, C. Janiak

Journal: Journal of Polymer Science Part A: Polymer Chemistry

Volume: 40, Issue 21

Pages: 3604-3614

Citations: 92

Year: 2002

 

Coordination Chemistry of Robson-Type Polyamine-Dithiophenolate Macrocycles: Syntheses, Structures, and Magnetic Properties of Dinuclear Complexes of First-Row Transition Metals

Authors: V. Lozan, C. Loose, J. Kortus, B. Kersting

Journal: Coordination Chemistry Reviews

Volume: 253, Issues 19-20

Pages: 2244-2260

Citations: 79

Year: 2009

Author Metrics 📊 : 

Dr. Lozan’s contributions to the field are reflected in his extensive list of publications and his impact on the scientific community. His work has been widely cited, demonstrating the significance and influence of his research.

📅 Research Timeline:

1979-1988: Senior Laboratory Assistant, “Coordinative Chemistry” Laboratory, Institute of Chemistry of A.Ş.M.

1988-1992: Senior Researcher, “Bioinorganic Chemistry and Nanocomposites” Laboratory, Institute of Chemistry of A.Ş.M.

1993-1995: Vice-Director for Scientific Affairs, Institute of Chemistry of A.Ş.M.

1992-2014: Senior Researcher, “Bioinorganic Chemistry and Nanocomposites” Laboratory, Institute of Chemistry of A.Ş.M.

2015: Coordinating Scientific Researcher, “Bioinorganic Chemistry and Nanocomposites” Laboratory, Institute of Chemistry of A.Ş.M.

2015-Present: Head of the “Bioinorganic Chemistry and Nanocomposites” Laboratory, Institute of Chemistry of A.Ş.M

Dr abeer alassod | material science | Best Researcher Award |

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Dr. abeer alassod | material science  | Best Researcher Award.

damascus university, Syria

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👨‍🎓 Bio Summary:

Dr. Abeer Alassod is a distinguished Syrian academic and researcher specializing in textile engineering. She currently serves as a teacher at the Faculty of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering at Damascus University, Syria. With a robust background in textile materials and design, Dr. Alassod has significantly contributed to the field through her innovative research and numerous publications.

🎓 Education:

Ph.D. Degree: Dr. Alassod earned her Ph.D. in Textile Materials and Textile Design from Donghua University in Shanghai, China, between September 2016 and June 2021. Her doctoral research focused on advanced textile materials and their applications in environmental remediation.

📜 Master’s Degree: She holds two master’s degrees from the Mechanical and Electrical University in Damascus, Syria. She completed her master’s in Textile Administration and Textile Spinning from September 2013 to July 2015, gaining expertise in both managerial and technical aspects of the textile industry.

🎓 Bachelor’s Degree: Dr. Alassod completed her bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Textile Engineering at the same university, from September 2007 to June 2010, laying a solid foundation for her future research and academic endeavors.

🔍 Research Focus:

Dr. Alassod’s research primarily revolves around the development of advanced textile materials, including nanocomposites and nonwovens, for environmental applications such as wastewater cleanup and oil spill remediation. She is particularly interested in the functionalization of textiles to enhance their antibacterial, thermal, and wettability properties.

🏆 Honors & Awards:

Throughout her academic journey, Dr. Alassod has received numerous accolades. She was recognized as an outstanding student during her Ph.D. studies in 2019, 2020, and 2021. Additionally, she was awarded the first prize for the best thesis in 2021 and achieved the top score in the comprehensive exam during her master’s studies in 2012.

Professional Experience: 💼

Dr. Alassod has extensive teaching experience at Damascus University, where she lectures on polymer science, administration management, quality control, mathematics, natural and synthetic raw materials, and spinning technology. Her practical experience is complemented by her role in guiding research projects and supervising students.

📚 Top Noted Publications :

Polypropylene/lignin blend monoliths used as sorbent in oil spill cleanup

Authors: A. Alassod, M. Gibril, S.R. Islam, W. Huang, G. Xu

Journal: Heliyon

Volume: 6(9)

Pages: 27

Year: 2020

 

Evaluation of polypropylene melt blown nonwoven as the interceptor for oil

Authors: A. Alassod, M.A. Abedalwafa, G. Xu

Journal: Environmental Technology

Volume: 42(18)

Pages: 2784-2796

Year: 2021

 

Fabrication of polypropylene/lignin blend sponges via thermally induced phase separation for the removal of oil from contaminated water

Authors: A. Alassod, S.R. Islam, A. Farooq, G. Xu

Journal: SN Applied Sciences

Volume: 2

Pages: 1-10

Year: 2020

 

Cotton-based health care textile: a mini review

Authors: M. Shahriari-Khalaji, A. Alassod, Z. Nozhat

Journal: Polymer Bulletin

Volume: 79(12)

Pages: 10409-10432

Year: 2022

 

Polypropylene/lignin/POSS nanocomposites: Thermal and wettability properties, application in water remediation

Authors: A. Alassod, S.R. Islam, M.S. Khalaji, R. Tusiime, W. Huang, G. Xu

Journal: Materials

Volume: 14(14)

Pages: 3950

Year: 2021

Author Metrics 📊 : 

Dr. Alassod’s research has garnered significant attention, reflected in the high impact factors of the journals in which she publishes. Her work has been cited extensively, demonstrating her influence and contribution to the field of textile materials and environmental remediation.

📅 Research Timeline:

 Dr. Alassod’s research journey began with her bachelor’s degree in 2007, followed by her master’s studies in 2013. Her Ph.D. research, conducted between 2016 and 2021, marked a significant period of scholarly output and innovation. She continues to advance her research and contribute to the scientific community through her ongoing projects and collaborations.