Anupam Gupta | Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Anupam Gupta | Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Project Associate – I at CIPET: Sarp-Larpm | India

Mr. Anupam Gupta is a dedicated materials science professional whose academic foundation in Material Science and Engineering, strengthened through a five-year integrated postgraduate program and ongoing doctoral research in Chemistry at Ravenshaw University, has positioned him as a promising researcher in the fields of polymer engineering, sustainable materials, and bio-engineered polymeric systems; currently serving as a Project Associate-I at CIPET-SARP LARPM in Bhubaneswar, he has contributed significantly to nationally relevant projects including the ITC Project and the Centre of Excellence initiative on Bio-Engineered Sustainable Polymeric Systems under the Department of Chemicals and Fertilisers, where his work focuses on developing, characterizing, and optimizing polymer blends, biodegradable film materials, and natural filler-reinforced composites for advanced applications such as mulching films and environmentally responsible packaging solutions, while his experience also includes hands-on research in nano-materials during his tenure at KIIT University, further enriching his expertise in materials processing, laboratory techniques, and analytical methods; he has presented impactful research outputs at multiple scientific platforms including renowned international polymer conferences, where his poster presentations on polylactic acid and polybutylene succinate based blown films have highlighted his ability to integrate sustainability with functional material design; known for his strong work ethic, multitasking capabilities, quick learning, and effective communication, he brings a balance of technical proficiency and collaborative spirit to every project, demonstrating adaptability across interdisciplinary environments; driven by a commitment to innovation and problem-solving, he continues to contribute to emerging technologies in the polymer sector while pursuing academic excellence and professional growth with a clear vision to develop sustainable, high-performance materials that address global environmental challenges.

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Featured Publications:

Gupta, A. K., Sahoo, B. L., Biswal, M., Mohanty, S., & Nayak, S. K. (n.d.). Biodegradable coco peat‐reinforced PLA/PBS mulch films: Enhanced moisture retention and UV‐induced degradation for sustainable agriculture. Journal of Applied Polymer Science, e58174.

Nowsheenah Farooq | Materials Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Nowsheenah Farooq | Materials Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Researcher at Jamia Millia Islamia | India

Dr. Nowsheenah Farooq is an accomplished chemist, researcher, and dynamic LLM Trainer and Subject Matter Expert at Turing, whose expertise spans both the scientific and technological domains. She combines her advanced understanding of chemistry with data-driven model evaluation to fine-tune large language models for real-world performance. Before joining Turing, she served as a Chemistry Lecturer at Wular Valley College of Education, where she played a pivotal role in academic instruction, laboratory supervision, and student mentorship. Her technical expertise encompasses a broad range of analytical instrumentation including FTIR, UV-Vis, PXRD, SEM, TEM, XPS, TGA, and Raman, supported by strong proficiency in software such as Origin, ChemDraw, and SciFinder. Her research contributions are reflected through multiple impactful publications in leading international journals, including J. Mater. Chem. A, J. Mol. Liq., Chem. Eng. J., ACS Appl. Polym. Mater., ACS Appl. Eng. Mater., Tetrahedron, and ChemistrySelect, as well as insightful book chapters in Photoinduced Synthesis of Nanoparticles and Medicinal Plant Mediated Nanoparticles published by Wiley. Her scholarly works focus on the synthesis, characterization, and application of nanomaterials, green chemistry innovations, and sustainable material design. She has also contributed to the field through a notable book chapter on Green Synthesis of Nanomaterials, highlighting her commitment to environmentally conscious scientific development. With a Ph.D. in Chemistry from Jamia Millia Islamia and prior degrees from Aligarh Muslim University and Bhagwant University, she has continuously demonstrated academic excellence. Her active participation in national and international conferences, poster presentations, and seminars reflects her dedication to collaborative learning and scientific outreach. Recognized with an ACS cover page mention, Dr. Farooq exemplifies the modern researcher—bridging chemistry, education, and artificial intelligence with innovation, integrity, and purpose.

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Featured Publications:

Farooq, N., Taha, A., & Hashmi, A. A. (n.d.). Facile synthesis of a nitrogen-rich covalent organic framework for the efficient capture of iodine. Journal of Materials Chemistry A, 12(17), 10539–10553.

Taha, A., Farooq, N., Singh, N., & Hashmi, A. A. (n.d.). Recent developments in Schiff base centered optical and chemical sensors for metal ion recognition. Journal of Molecular Liquids, 401, 124678.

Farooq, N., Malik, M. A., & Hashmi, A. A. (n.d.). Hydrothermal synthesis of melamine-based porous organic polymer for the advanced adsorption of iodine. Chemical Engineering Journal, 498, 154894.

Farooq, N., Malik, M. A., & Hashmi, A. A. (n.d.). Effective iodine adsorption and storage of volatile iodine by nitrogen-rich porous organic polymers from flexible building blocks. ACS Applied Polymer Materials.

Taha, A., Singh, N., Farooq, N., & Hashmi, A. A. (n.d.). Facile synthesis of Schiff base palladium (II) complex for efficient catalytic reduction of aromatic nitro compounds and organic dyes for wastewater remediation. Journal of Molecular Liquids, 426, 127343.