Alireza Heidari Full Distinguished Professor

• Email:Scholar.Researcher.Scientist@gmail.com
• Department:Academic Tenure of Chemistry, Molecular Spectroscopy and Director of the BioSpectroscopy Core
• University:California South University (CSU), Irvine, California
• Country:USA

Biography:

He is a Full Distinguished Professor and Academic Tenure of Chemistry, Enrico Fermi Distinguished Chair in Molecular Spectroscopy and Director of the BioSpectroscopy Core Research Laboratory at California South University (CSU), Irvine, California, USA. Furthermore, he has double postdocs in Project Management, Oncology, Human Cancer Tissues and Synchrotron Radiation from Monash University, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia and also in Nanochemistry and Modern Molecular Electronic–Structure Computations Theory from California South University (CSU), Irvine, California, USA.

Research Interests:

His research interests include Biophysical Chemistry, Biomolecular Spectroscopy, Quantum Chemistry, Nanochemistry, Modern Electronic Structure Computations, Theoretical Chemistry, Mathematical Chemistry, Computational Chemistry, Vibrational Spectroscopy, Molecular Modelling, Ab initio & Density Functional Methods, Molecular Structure, Biochemistry, Molecular Simulation, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Medicinal Chemistry, Oncology, Synchrotron Radiation, Synchrocyclotron Radiation, LASER, Anti–Cancer Nano Drugs, Nano Drugs Delivery, ATR–FTIR Spectroscopy, Raman Spectroscopy, Intelligent Molecules, Molecular Dynamics, Biosensors, Biomarkers, Molecular Diagnostics, Numerical Chemistry, Nucleic Acids, DNA/RNA Monitoring, DNA/RNA Hypermethylation & Hypomethylation, Human Cancer Tissues, Human Cancer Cells, Tumors, Cancer Tissues, Cancer Cells, etc.

Amer A. Taqa Professor

• Email:amertaqa@hotmail.com
• Department:Dental Basic Science
• University:College of Dentistry/Mosul University
• Country:Iraq

Biography:

Amer A. Taqa: Professor at Dental Basic Science, College dentistry, Mosul University, Iraq. Have PhD degree in Dental chemistry. He has published more 100 researches papers in national and international academic journals and authored 22 books. His research interests include dental chemistry, medical chemistry, and inorganic chemistry. He is editorial member in more than 140 international journals. He Nominated as a member of the organizing committees for a number of international and local conferences.

Research Interests:

His research interests include dental chemistry, medical chemistry, and inorganic chemistry.

Yemireddy Padma Assistant professor

• Email:padmayemireddy@gmail.com
• Department:Chemistry Annamacharya college of Pharmacy
• University:JNT University
• Country:AP, India

Biography:

Assistant professor, JNT University, Department of Ph. chemistry Annamacharya college of Pharmacy, AP, India

Research Interests:

Chemistry

Ezat Hamidi-Asl Research Associate

• Email:ehamidiasl@yahoo.com
• Department:Nanotechnology, Bioelectroanalytical Chemistry
• University:University of Mazandaran
• Country:Iran

Biography:

Ezat Hamidi-Asl, Ph.D, Nanotechnology, Bioelectroanalytical Chemistry, Ph.D: Eletroanalytical Chemistry, Faculty of Chemistry, University of Mazandaran, Babolsar, Iran, 2012, Degree: Excellent. M.Sc.: Analytical Chemistry, University of Damghan, Faculty of Chemistry, Damghan, Iran, 2006, Degree: Excellent. B.Sc.: Pure Chemistry, University of Ferdowsi, Mashhad, Iran, 2003.• Research associate, University of Mazandaran, Iran, Feb 2016 till now. • Postdoctoral Researcher, University of Antwerp, Belgium, Jun 2013- Feb 2016. • Postdoctoral Fellow, University of Mazandaran, Iran, April 2012-May 2013. • Visiting Researcher in the biosensor group of the department of chemistry, group of Prof. Marco Mascini, University of Florence, Florence, Italy, Sep 2010- Jun 2011. • Researcher for ACECR (The Academic Center for Education, Culture and Research), Sari, Iran, 2012.

Research Interests:

• Analytical Chemistry
• Medical Science and Biochemistry
• Electrochemistry
• Nanotechnology and Sensors to use in clinical settings and biotechnology

Javid Khan Postdoctoral Fellow

• Email:javidchemist@yahoo.com
• Department:School of Chemistry (Inorganic)
• University:Sun Yat-sen University
• Country:P. R. China

Biography:

Dr. Javid Khan Postdoc Fellow at School of Chemistry, Sun Yat-Sen University 2017-2019 2014-2017 Postdoc PhD Major: University: Major: University: Dissertation: Advisor: Material Sciences Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, China. Chemistry (Inorganic) Sun Yat-Sen University, Guangzhou, China. Studies on Multi-Dimensional Anatase TiO2 Materials for High-Performance Dye-Sensitized Solar Cells. Prof. Wu Mingmei 2011-2014 MPhil Major: University: Dissertation: Advisor: Chemistry (Inorganic/ Analytical Chemistry) Hazara University Mansehra, Pakistan, Synthesis and Characterization of ZnO nanomaterials via xerogel from Zn(II) beta-diketonates Dr. Hameedullah 2008-2010 MSc Major: University: Dissertation: Advisor Chemistry (Analytical Chemistry) University of Science and Technology Bannu, Pakistan Physico-Chemical Analysis of the Drinking Water Sources of Village Khadar Khel Tehsil Lachi, District Kohat. Dr. Abdul Niaz 2007-2008 B.Ed University: University of Malakand 2005-2007 BSc Major: University: Chemistry, Botany, Zoology University of Malakand 2003-2005 HSSC Major: Board Chemistry, Physics, Biology BISE Malakand 2001-2003 SSC Major: Board Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics ,Biology BISE Malakand

Research Interests:

• Synthesis of Metal Oxide Nanostructures
• Fabrication of Thin Film Devices
• Dye Sensitized/ Perovskite Solar Cells
• Photocatalysis
• Water Splitting
• CO2 Reduction

Prabodani Perera Chemist

• Email:pushpikapalpolage@gmail.com
• Department:Department of Chemistry
• University:University of Colombo, The Open University of Sri Lanka
• Country:Sri Lanka

Biography:

Prabodani Perera, Chemist, Department of the Chemistry University of Colombo, The Open University of Sri Lanka have studied the possibility of Bathophenanthroline to act as a fluorescence sensor for trace Fe(II) amounts. This project is published in the Tri-Annual Publication of the Institute of Chemistry, Ceylon (May 2019) Further development of the sensor was carried out with all the optimization it is in the process of publication.

Research Interests:

Chemistry

Youngju Bae Postdoctoral Associate

• Email:youngju_bae@uml.edu
• Department:Department of Chemistry, design/synthesis
• University:University of Massachusetts Lowell
• Country:USA

Biography:

Youngju Bae, Ten years of research experience in design/synthesis/characterization of the multistep small molecule and polymer with emphasis on mechanistic organic chemistry and material applications. ! Expertise in purifications of crude reaction mixtures and analysis of synthetic compounds. ! Proactive to solve challenges throughout research: both independently-driven and actively initiating collaborations.

SKILLS AND TECHNIQUES ! Proficient in technical operations and analysis of data including: nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR), mass spectrometry (MS), high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC), gas chromatography (GC), infrared (IR) spectroscopy, density functional theory (DFT), transient absorption (TA) spectroscopy, ultraviolet/visible (UV/vis) spectroscopy, fluorescence (FL) spectroscopy, phosphorescence (PL) spectroscopy, gel permeation chromatography (GPC), cyclic voltammetry (CV), dynamic light scattering (DLS), transmission electron microscopy (TEM), thermogravimetric analysis (TGA), rheometer, conductivity, solar cell device fabrication in a glove box.

2018 ~ Present Postdoctoral Associate University of Massachusetts Lowell ! Thermal and optical stability improvement of perovskite solar cells in humid environments: design and synthesis of organic and polymeric materials for hole-transporting and electron-transporting application. 2011 ~ 2018 Ph. D. Thesis Projects University of Massachusetts Amherst ! Proposed a new series of photosensitizers for photodynamic therapy applications.

! Evaluated fundamental understanding of electron density dependence on optical properties and charge-carrier properties for their solar cell applications. ! Established experimental methods to study the morphology of active layer in organic photovoltaics. ! Demonstrated conjugation effect on optoelectronic properties of light harvesting organic molecules by systematically altering their molecular structures. ! Initiated conceptual experiment for the fundamental study on behavior change of self-immolative polymers upon desired stimuli for signal amplification from micro to macro scales.

Research Interests:

My research interests are 1) Synthesis of organic/inorganic small molecules and polymers 2) Perovskite solar cells 3) Drug delivery systems for cancer therapy 4) Photodynamic therapy 5) Pharmacology and Toxicology

Thomas F. George Chancellor/Professor Emeritus

• Email:tfgeorge@umsl.edu
• Department:Chemistry and Physics
• University:University of Missouri-St. Louis
• Country:USA

Biography:

Thomas F. George (chancellor/professor emeritus) served as chancellor and professor of chemistry and physics at the University of Missouri–St. Louis from 2003 until his retirement in 2019. Prior to that, he was chancellor at the University of Wisconsin–Stevens Point, provost at Washington State University, dean of science at SUNY?Buffalo, and promoted by age 29 to full professor of chemistry at the University of Rochester.

He received his B.A. degree (Phi Beta Kappa) with a double major in chemistry and mathematics from Gettysburg College, and his M.S. and Ph.D. degrees at age 23 from Yale University, with postdoctoral appointments at MIT and UC-Berkeley. Tom’s research specialty is chemical/materials/laser/nanophysics, including nanomedicine.

He continues to be an active researcher with 800 papers, 8 authored and 18 edited books. His awards include the Marlow Medal from the Royal Society of Chemistry (UK), Medal of Honor from Gulf University for Science and Technology in Kuwait, and Diploma of Honour from Seinájoki University of Applied Sciences in Finland. He holds honorary doctorates from the University of Szeged in Hungary and Phranakhon Rajabhat University in Thailand, and he has been elected as a foreign member of the Korean Academy of Science and Technology.

As a hobby, he plays jazz keyboard and has performed throughout the St. Louis region and overseas in Bosnia, Croatia, China, Hungary, Kuwait, Oman, Romania and Russian Siberia. Tom has been married since 1970 to Dr. Barbara Harbach, Curators’ Distinguished Professor Emerita of Music, former chair of the Department of Music, director of the School of Fine and Performing Arts, and director of Women in the Arts at the University of Missouri?St. Louis. They are the proud owners (actually, servants) of four cats – two tortoise females (Luna and Stella) and two younger, mischievous males (Jeremiah and Jarrett).

Research Interests:

Chemistry and Physics

Tarek Mohamed Kamal Motawi Professor

• Email:tmotawi@gmail.com
• Department:Biochemistry
• University:Cairo University
• Country:Egypt

Biography:

Dr Tarek Mohamed Kamal Mohamed Metawie, Professor of Biochemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy, Cairo University. Egyptian, date of birth 6/3/1955. Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences, 1984; M.Sc. in Pharmaceutical Sciences, 1979; B.Sc. in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Faculty of Pharmacy, Cairo University, 1976. Professional experience: Instructor; 1976, Lecturer Assistant; 1980, Lecturer, 1984; Assistant Professor, 1989; Professor,1994; Head of the Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy, Cairo:- 2008-2014.

Education • Academic Degrees PhD Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences (Biochemistry), 1984, Cairo University Master M.Sc. in Pharmaceutical Sciences (Biochemistry), 1979, Cairo University Bachelor B.Sc. in Pharmaceutical Sciences, 1976, Faculty of Pharmacy, Cairo University • Research interest Biochemistry Molecular Biology and Genetics Molecular Neurobiology Biochemical Toxicology Nutrition Cancer Teaching Course Title Undergraduate Courses (General Program) 701 Biochemistry I 702 Biochemistry II 703 Clinical Chemistry and Molecular Biology Undergraduate Courses (Clinical Program) PB 401 Biochemistry-1 PB 502 Biochemistry-2 Postgraduate Courses

• Shared in teaching Biochemistry courses for Pharmacy postgraduate students (Master and Diploma degrees) in Faculty of Pharmacy, Cairo University. Master: 2701 Biochemistry-1 Diploma: 1701 and 1702 • Shared in teaching Biochemistry courses for Pharmacy postgraduate students in Faculty of Pharmacy, Ain Shams University. • Shared in teaching Biochemistry courses for Pharmacy postgraduate students in Faculty of Pharmacy, Beni-Suef University. • Shared in development and upgrading of postgraduate curricula and courses (Master and Diploma) of Pharmaceutical Sciences (Biochemistry), Faculty of Pharmacy, Cairo University.

Research Interests:

Biochemistry, Molecular Biology and Genetics, Molecular Neurobiology, Biochemical Toxicolog, Nutrition, Cancer

Uma Kamboj Assistant Professor

• Email:amukam@gmail.com
• Department:Physics, Academy of Scientific & Innovative Research-AcSIR 2018 CSIR-CSIO Physical Sciences
• University:Lovely Professional University
• Country:India

Biography:

Dr. Uma Kamboj VPO Chak Sotrian (Bandi Wala); Tehsil-Jalalabad (W), Distt-Fazilka Education Ph.D. Academy of Scientific & Innovative Research-AcSIR 2018 CSIR-CSIO Physical Sciences Title of Ph.D. Thesis: Application of near-infrared spectroscopy for prediction of physicochemical parameters of flours B.Ed. Muktisar College of Education, Muktsar, Punjab 2013 Panjab University 2013 Mathematics and Sc. 73.45 % M.Sc. Panjabi University 2007 Physics (Astronomy and Space Physics) 2007 University medal Holder 79.95% A.M.I.E IEI Kolkata 2008 Electronics and Communication Engg. CGPA 7.24 B.Sc. Dev Samaj College for Women, Ferozepur, Panjab University 2005 Non-Medical 85.5%, Secured 11th position in University 12th Army School Ferozepur, CBSE 2002 Non-Medical 78.8% 10th Army School Ferozepur, CBSE 2000 74%.

Students Guided M.Sc. Thesis -4 1. Application of Near-Infrared Spectroscopy and chemometrics to determine water adulteration in milk. 2. Application of Near-Infrared Spectroscopy and chemometrics to determine detergent, ghee adulteration in milk. 3. Use of Near-Infrared spectroscopy to detect the characteristics of cashew nuts. 4. Near-Infrared Spectroscopy: Non-Destructive Characterization of Food Products-Millets Experiential Learning Projects: Six B.Sc. 1st Year Students Subjects Taught Mathematical Physics –I, Mathematical Physics-II, Astronomy, and Space Physics, Engineering Physics, Physics Practical or B.Sc. and B.Tech students, Analog and digital electronics, Electricity, and Magnetism. Professional Memberships 1. Associate member of A.M.I.E., IEI (India). AM136250-2 since Sep 2008 2. Life Time Member of The Indian Science Congress Association L36161, since Jul 2018 3. Lifetime Member of The Indian Association of Physics Teachers (IAPT)- 13188L8235, since Oct 2019.

Projects Undertaken
1. Quantification of quality of honey and designing of NIR spectrometer.
2. Teleremote control using a landline.
3. Solar radio bursts in the interplanetary region.
4. Star clusters and their parameters

Research Interests:

Mathematical Physics –I, Mathematical Physics-II, Astronomy, and Space Physics, Engineering Physics, Physics Practical, Analog, and digital electronics,
Electricity and Magnetism, Infrared Spectroscopy

Gihan Suresh Aluvihara Postgraduate Scholar (M.Sc.)

• Email:sureshaluvihare@gmail.com
• Department:Department of Chemical and Process Engineering
• University:University of Peradeniya, Peradeniya
• Country:Sri Lanka

Biography:

Gihan Suresh Aluvihara Educational Qualifications- ? B.Sc. (Hons) in Mineral Science at Uva Wellassa University, Sri Lanka in the year ? 2017.(Special degree with four years duration period)? ? M.Sc. Eng. in Environmental and Pollution Control at University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka (pending for results) (Two years postgraduate engineering degree including one-year research component and one year course works studies)

? Current Position- Postgraduate Scholar (M.Sc.) Research Interest- ? ? Successfully completed the undergraduate research with six credits.? ? ? Included one abstract publication at the university conference.? ? ? Including one thesis publication at GRIN publications in Germany.? ? ? Waiting on decisions of submitted manuscripts for some recognized journals.? ?

Writing a new research proposal for the postgraduate degree.? Objectives- ? ? To improve the knowledge on research basis works.? ? ? To gain day today updated technological concepts and new investigations.? ? ? To share the knowledge and assistance for the research publication works.? ? To enhance scientific literacy and familiarity with experiences.? I hereby certify the above details are true and accurate according to the best of my knowledge.

Research Interests:

Environmental and Pollution, Mineral Science, Chemical and Process Engineering

Upendra K. B. G. S Scientist/Clinical Research Assistant

• Email:sunethupendra@gmail.com
• Department:Biochemistry, Oncology, Hematology, Clinical Trials
• University:Open University of Sri Lanka
• Country:Sri Lanka

Biography:

I am Upendra K.B.G.S an undergraduate student at the Open University of Sri Lanka and I have 5+ working experience as a Clinical Medical Laboratory Scientist. The focus of my research is the development of a fluorescent sensor for efficacy assessment of chemotherapy treatment in other cancers (Brest, Ovarian, Prostate…..). In recent, I had published in A preliminary study on the fluorescent sensor for the r efficient assessment of chemotherapy treatment in lung cancer patients in a scientific report.

I have expertise in molecular biology, Haematology, Microbiology and Biochemistry. Besides, I have expertise in chemical analysis, research development tool and techniques that reflect my nature of work with determining the chemotherapy efficacy by using fluorescent sensor and target therapy for cancer. Therefore I have been working in a diverse area of cancer biology, cancer treatment, immunology, biochemistry, haematology, microbiology. I would like to contribute to scholarly services like review responsibilities that come to cancer biology, immunology related topics.

Research Interests:

I have expertise in pharmacology, molecular biology, microbiology, biochemistry tool and techniques that reflect my nature of work with determining by chemotherapy efficacy using fluorescent compound and target treatment. Therefore, I have been working in a diverse area of cancer biology, immunology and pharmaceutical chemistry. I would like to contribute to the scholar services like review responsibilities that come to cancer biology, immunology and pharmaceutical chemistry-related topics.

Nader Sakhaee Researcher

• Email:nsakhaee@illinois.edu
• Department:Department of Chemistry
• University:University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign
• Country:Iran

Biography:

Nader Sakhaee, Research Affiliate at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, Education: Master of Integrated Studies (Chemistry-physics). Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, IL, USA Dec 2016- Aug 2018. PhD of Organic Chemistry, Khaje Nasir Toosi University of Technology, Tehran Iran. Oct 2011- Jul 2016 Master of Organic Chemistry, Shahid Beheshti University, Tehran & Iran Chemistry and Chemical engineering research center, Karaj Oct 2006- Jun 2008 BSc, Chemistry. Shahid Beheshti University, Evin , Tehran, Iran Oct 2002-Jul2006 Certifications: ? Certificate of Nano-technology Teaching skill competency Level B from Iran Nanotechnology Initiative Council (Oct 2012 Certificate ID No: 311-50883)

? Certificate of Nano-technology Teaching skill competency Level G from Iran Nanotechnology Initiative Council (Oct 2012 Certificate ID No: 311-50884) Academic Skills: ? Computational Chemistry: Gaussian, Molecular Dynamics VMD, GaussView, Spartan, Hyperchem, Chem Draw, NAMD and related software’s, Bioinformatic Software & Drug Design, Conformational Analysis of natural products containing carbocycles, Quantum mechanical Hydride Tunneling in enzymes and Solution. ? Lab experience Synthesizing Cyclophanes epoxy rings, Tetrathiofulvalene derivatives, Working with HPLC, GC-Mass, IR, NMR. Glove box hands on experience with TiCl4 and Cd, Safety training experience.

Wet chemistry for more than 5 years including my first year in PhD before being attracted to Computational Chemistry. Industry Experience: ? Designing YouTube Channel named “The Language of Chemistry” as an educational platform. Spring 2020 ? English Teacher, Aryana Institute , Valiasr St. Parkway, Tehran, Iran Fall 2014-Spring 2015 ? Mojan Engineering Company, Water & Wastewater treatment plant projects, as Plant Processing Expert. 2010-2011 ? English Teacher in Noor Institute, Tehranpars 3rd Square, 4 Semesters. Tehran, Iran 2008-2010

Research Interests:

Chemistry-physics

Dr. Madhumita Mukhopadhyay Assistant Professor- II

• Email:mmukhopadhyay@kol.amity.edu
• Department:Department of Chemistry/Physics
• University:Amity Institute of Applied Sciences (AIAS) Amity University
• Country:Kolkata, West Bengal, India

Biography:

Dr. Madhumita Mukhopadhyay Assistant Professor

• Department: Department of Chemistry
• University: Amity Institute of Applied Sciences (AIAS), Amity University, Kolkata
• Country: India

Dr. Madhumita Mukhopadhyay is associated with Amity University, Kolkata as an Assistant Professor. She bears expertise in the area of High-temperature Fuel Cell and Polymer Electrolyte. She does research in Materials Science, Solid State Physics, and the synthesis of functional materials. Her areas of the research involve the development of functional Materials for alternate energy sources, application of polymer-based composites.

Educational Qualification:

• Ph. D (Science) – Jadavpur University (2012)
• M.Sc. (Inorganic Chemistry): University of Calcutta (2006)

Awards / Recognition:

• Awarded with National Eligibility Test (NET) CSIR – 5-year scholarship for the year 2007 in Chemical Sciences
• Best poster award in “Photometric study of the interaction of Zinc (II) Complexes of Schiff bases with Cetyl trimethyl ammonium bromide.” National Conference on Exotic Materials and Devices (NCEMD-2019). January 8th-9th 2019. Department of Physics (MMV), Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi – 221005. 
• Awarded outstanding Reviewer’s Certificate by Material Chemistry and Physics (2018) and Material Science and Engineering B (2016).
• Selected as the Area Advisory Board member of Amity Institute of Click Chemistry Research and Studies, Amity University, Noida
• Reviewer for Course’s at Amity Institutions

Professional Membership:

1. Life membership in "Material Research Society of India" (MRSI) [Membership Number: LMB3159]
2. Life membership in "Condensed Matter Physics Research Centre" (CMPRC-Jadavpur University)
3. The reviewer of the International SCI journal: a) Material Science and Engineering B, b) Material Chemistry and Physics, c) Chemical Communication, d) Journal of Inorganic and Organometallic polymer materials.

Publications:

Research Journals: More than 24 (UGC funded project)
Patent: 1
Book Chapters: 1
Conference articles: 42

Research Interests:

High-temperature Fuel Cell and Polymer Electrolyte. Solid State Devices, Functional Materials, and applications, Materials Processing, Inorganic hybrid materials, Inorganic- Macromolecular (protein) association, Electrochemistry.

Dr. Kulvinder Singh Assistant Professor (Chemistry)

• Email:kulvinderchem@gmail.com
• Department:(Chemistry) in School of Basic and Applied Sciences
• University:Maharaja Agrasen University, Barotiwala, Himachal Pradesh
• Country:India

Biography:

Dr. Kulvinder Singh, Village Lower Tipra, P.O. Surajpur, The. Baddi, Distt. Solan Himachal Pradesh (India).

Current Position:

Assistant Professor (Chemistry) in School of Basic and Applied Sciences, Maharaja Agrasen University, Barotiwala, Himachal Pradesh, India.
Academic Qualification:
April 2010-Sept.2015: Ph.D., Chemistry “Synthesis and Characterization of Nanostructured Metal Oxides for Electrochemical Sensor and Other Potential Applications” Department of Chemistry, Panjab University, Chandigarh (India).
Aug 2006-July2008: M.Sc., Chemistry (64.60 %, 1st class) JCDAV College, Panjab University Chandigarh (India).
Aug 2002-July2005: B.Sc., (Non-Medical) (55%, 2nd class) G.P.G. College Nalagarh, Himachal Pradesh University, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh (India).
June 2002: Senior School Certificate, Non-medical (55%, 2nd class), G.S.S.S. Barotiwala, Himachal Pradesh (India).
June 2000: Secondary School Examination, (61%, 1st class), G.S.S.S. Barotiwala, Himachal Pradesh (India).

Research Experience: (8 Years)

July 17th, 2017- to date
Research Supervisor (3 students) at Maharaja Agrasen University, Baddi (H.P.), India.
Feb. 9th, 2016–March 21st, 2017: Postdoctoral Fellow at Institute of Nano Science and Technology, Mohali (Punjab), India. The topic of research is “Carbon-based Heterostructures for Super Capacitance and Sensing Applications”.
Apr. 22nd 2010 –7th Sept. 2015: Research Fellow under DST Purse Scheme in Department of Chemistry, Panjab University, Chandigarh "Synthesis and Characterization of Nanostructured Metal Oxides for Electrochemical Sensor and Other Potential Applications”.

Research Interests:

• Synthesis and Characterization of novel 2D nanomaterials.
• Synthesis of carbon-based heterostructures for the development of optical and electrochemical biosensors.
• Graphitic C3N4 and it's hybrid for the development of supercapacitor application.
• Development of 2D materials for energy storage devices and water splitting applications.
• Synthesis of mesoporous nanostructures using a soft/hard template for energy storage applications.
• Development of a real solid-state device for supercapacitor applications.

Hao Ding Doctor of Philosophy

• Email:hao.2.ding@uconn.edu
• Department:Chemical Engineering
• University:University of Connecticut
• Country:USA

Biography:

Hao Ding, I am a graduate student at the University of Connecticut, pursuing my Ph.D. degree in Chemical Engineering. As a knowledgeable chemist, I have expertise in Chemistry, Coatings, and Material characterizations. I have done AFM/SEM/TEM microscopy imaging for multiple collaborators for more than three years. Thanks to my background in both Polymers and Inorganic chemistry, I am more than ready for the cutting-edge materials. I am seeking exciting chemistry/materials internship opportunities, and would love to connect with you!

Education

University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT                         

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D. student), Chemical Engineering, expected 2021

Honors: Field Electron and Ion (FEI) Fellowship, UCONN FEI Center of Excellence in Microscopy, July 2017

Fudan University, Shanghai, China                         

Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Macromolecular Materials and Engineering, June 2016           

Honors: Third Prize Scholarship for Outstanding Students, three times, June 2016, December 2015, December 2014; Freshman Scholarship, December 2012

Research Experience

Institute of Materials Science, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT

Multifunctional Nanostructured Materials, November 2016 - Present

• Design the nanostructured materials and assemble the devices with stimuli-responsive properties
• Prepare samples and operate electron microscopies (SEM and TEM) and AFM for collaborators to achieve publishable images
• Coordinate and discuss with faculty and fellow graduate students across departments to complete

Intercalation and Exfoliation of Layered Materials, October 2017 - Present

• Execute small-scale tests to optimize the experiments followed with mechanism exploration through characterizations, mainly XRD
• Supervise and directly work with the undergraduate students, helping them develop fundamental laboratory skills and motivating them to explore science

Department of Macromolecular Science, Fudan University, Shanghai, China

Preparation and Crystallization of PEO/CdS Nanocomposites, March 2015 – May 2016

• Designed, conducted, and optimized the synthesizing experiments and work-up from summarizing the reference reading
• Received training on various standard characterization instruments to help understand the crystallization phenomenon

The Synthesis of CdSe Nanorods, August 2014 – March 2015

• Read references, summarized the field and made notes to draft the manuscript
• Assisted the post-doctoral student with high-temperature low-pressure experiments

Teaching Experience

Teaching assistant, Biochemical Engineering, January 2017 – May 2017

Department of Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering, University of Connecticut

• Coached the students how to code in MATLAB to solve the ODEs encountered in biomolecular engineering
• Graded assignments and exams, and gave suggestions to the students on the course projects

Teaching assistant, Unit Operations & Process Simulation August 2016 – December 2016

Department of Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering, University of Connecticut

• Assisted the professor during the lectures and helped students use Aspen HYSYS and COSMOL in class to improve their practical experiences
• Graded the quizzes and assignments to evaluate how students understood the lectures

Research Interests:

• Design the nanostructured materials and assemble the devices with stimuli-responsive properties
• Prepare samples and operate electron microscopies (SEM and TEM) and AFM for collaborators to achieve publishable images
• Coordinate and discuss with faculty and fellow graduate students across departments to complete
• Chemical Engineering | Knowledge of Polymer and Chemistry | Experienced in Material Characterizations

Sonam Shakya Doctor of Philosophy

• Email:sonamshakya08@gmail.com
• Department:Department of Chemistry
• University:Aligarh Muslim University | AMU
• Country:India

Biography:

Sonam Shakya obtained her bachelor's from Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar University, Agra, India, in 2014. Subsequently, she received her master's degree in 2016 from Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh, India. She has been awarded a Ph.D. degree in 2020 from the Department of Chemistry Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh, India, under the supervision of Dr. Ishaat M. Khan. Her research is based on designing and characterizing novel chemosensors based on charge transfer complexes for detecting nitro explosives and heavy metal ions, theoretical studies (DFT/TD-DFT), Molecular docking, protein binding, and anti-microbial activities. She has published good research papers in reputed international journals like J. Hazardous Materials, J. Molecular Liquids, J. Photochemistry, and Photobiology A: Chemistry, ACS Omega, Bioorganic Chemistry, etc.

Field of Experience: 

• Synthesis of Charge transfer (CT) complexes
• Synthesis of Chemosensors (Sensing of nitro explosives and Heavy metal ions)
• Computational and theoretical approaches
• DFT / TD DFT
• Molecular docking
• Hirshfeld surfaces analysis
• MD simulation
• Other Techniques – Florescence, UV-vis spectroscopy, FTIR, 1H NMR, SEM/TEM,
• TGA/DTA, Single Crystal-XRD

Research Interests:

In my four years of research, I worked in the area of synthesizing various CT complexes and exploring their vast applications.
I have designed various CT complexes and characterized them using various techniques like FTIR, UV-Visible, P-XRD, TG/DTA, SEM, Single crystal XRD, etc.
I have successfully designed CT complex based chemosensor for the detection of nitro explosives and toxic metal ions in an aqueous medium.
The mechanism of the designed chemosensor was elucidated using experimental & theoretical calculations like Density Functional Theory (DFT) and Molecular Docking studies.
I have also explored biological activities such as antimicrobial, anticancer, and DNA binding properties of the CT complexes.
In the future, I am ready to be flexible and advance my understanding of the design and characterization of various chemosensors for the detection of various toxic and hazardous materials with mechanistic insights.