Assoc. Prof. Dr Chandra Mohan | Biosensors | Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor, K R Mangalam University, Gurugram, India

As an Associate Professor of Chemistry, I possess a solid foundation in chemical sensors, transition metal chemistry, and heterocyclic complexes. With expertise in bimetallic complex synthesis and electrochemical sensor fabrication, I leverage my analytical and problem-solving skills to design and execute experiments with precision and accuracy. My passion for scientific discovery drives me to contribute to cutting-edge research in chemistry.

🎓 Education

– Ph.D. in Inorganic Chemistry: Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University, Delhi (2018)- M.Phil. in Inorganic Chemistry: University of Delhi (2009)- (link unavailable) in Applied Chemistry: Maharshi Dayanand Saraswati University, Ajmer (2007)- (link unavailable) in Physics, Chemistry, Maths: S P C Government College, Ajmer (2005)

Awards and Honors 🏆

– *Research Collaborations*: Institute of Biotechnology, St. John’s University, Queens, New York, USA; Centre for Environmental Studies, Main Campus, Windhoek, Namibia; and others- Ph.D. Guidance: 5 students (3 awarded, 2 ongoing); (link unavailable) students (1); (link unavailable) students (15)

📚 Publications

1. Synthesis and characterization of Schiff based metal complexes and their application as chemical sensors 📚
2. Experimental and Theoretical Studies of Structural, Electronic and Optical Properties of Titanate Nanostructures 🔍
3. Synthesis, Characterization and Potential Applications of Conducting Polymer Nanocomposites 💡
4. Synthesis and Medicinal Applications of Quinazoline Derivatives 🏥
5. Degradation of Toxic Dyes from Wastewater using Chemical Methods 🌎
6. Removal of toxic pollutants using advanced oxidation processes 💧
7. Synthesis and biological activity of heterocyclic compounds as Anti-Inflammatory agents

Conclusion

Based on the provided information, the candidate exhibits a strong research background, extensive experience, and global collaborations, making them a suitable contender for the Best Researcher Award. However, quantifying research output and highlighting innovative contributions would further solidify their application ¹.

Dr. Sara Rojas Macías | Materiales porosos | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Sara Rojas Macías, Universidad de Granada, Spain

Dr. Sara Rojas Macías is academic and researcher in the field of renewable energy, holds a PhD in Bio systems Engineering from Kangwon National University, South Korea. His academic journey has been marked by a profound dedication to advancing solar energy technologies, specifically in solar thermal harvesting and its integration into agricultural and architectural applications.

Professional Profiles:

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Current Position 🏛️

Position: Ramón y Cajal
Initial Date: 01/12/2022
Institution: University of Granada (UGR)
Department/Center: Department of Inorganic Chemistry, Faculty of Science
Country: Spain
Telephone Number: (+34) 958 24 85 24
Key Words: Metal-organic Frameworks, Synthesis, Environmental Applications, (Photo)catalysis, Water Remediation

Previous Positions 🌍

Period: 14/12/2021 – 28/03/2022 (3.5 months)
Position/Institution/Country: Maternity leavePeriod: 01/01/2021 – 31/11/2022 (23 months)
Position/Institution/Country: Juan de la Cierva Incorporación Postdoctoral Researcher/UGRPeriod: 17/07/2018 – 31/11/2020 (28 months)
Position/Institution/Country: Comunidad de Madrid Talento Postdoctoral Researcher/IMDEA Energy Institute/SpainPeriod: 25/03/2018 – 14/07/2018 (3.5 months)
Position/Institution/Country: Maternity leavePeriod: 01/09/2016 – 16/07/2018 (22 months)
Position/Institution/Country: Marie Sklodowska-Curie Postdoctoral Researcher/Centre national de la recherche scientifique (CNRS)/FrancePeriod: 01/02/2015 – 30/06/2016 (16 months)
Position/Institution/Country: Junta de Andalucía Excellence Postdoctoral Researcher/UGR/SpainPeriod: 01/09/2010 – 28/10/2014 (50 months)
Position/Institution/Country: PhD Student/UGR/Spain

Education 🎓

PhD, Licensed, Graduate University/Country Year:MSc in Chemistry: UGR/Spain, 2011MSc Teaching Certificate: UGR/Spain, 2009Chemistry Degree: University of Barcelona (UB)/Spain, 2007

CV SUMMARY 📜

Scientific Path

Dr. Rojas holds a degree in Chemistry from the University of Barcelona (UB) and an MSc in Chemistry from the University of Granada (UGR). Awarded the “Excelencia” grant from the Junta de Andalucía, she completed her PhD at UGR under Drs. Barea and Rodríguez, achieving Cum Laude and International Mention for her work on “Synthesis and Characterization of Metal-Organic Frameworks (MOFs) with Drug Delivery Purposes”. During her PhD, she completed stages at the University of Saint Andrews, Scotland, and the Institut Lavoisier in Versailles, France. Post-PhD, she secured a Marie Curie Individual Fellowship for work at ILV, France, followed by an “Atracción del Talento” grant from the Comunidad de Madrid to join IMDEA Energy Institute. She has led and contributed to numerous research projects, published extensively, and earned a Juan de la Cierva Incorporación grant in 2020, followed by the Ramón y Cajal contract in 2022.

Scientific Contributions, Fundraising, and Leadership

Dr. Rojas has coauthored 48+5 scientific papers (20 as first author, 5 as corresponding author), published in high-impact journals, and contributed to two patents and two book chapters. She co-edited the book “MOFs in the Biomedical and Environmental Field” published by Springer Nature in 2021. Her research focuses on hybrid porous materials for biomedical, energy, and environmental applications, including pioneering work in photocatalysis, drug delivery, and environmental remediation.

Contribution to Society

Dr. Rojas evaluates various research proposals, serves as a reviewer for prominent scientific journals, and engages in outreach activities like the European Researchers’ Night, Science Week, and the International Day of Women and Girls in Science. She actively collaborates with companies and supervises multiple PhD, MSc, and BSc students.

📖 Publications Top Note :

Paper: Svensson Grape, E. et al. (2023). Removal of pharmaceutical pollutants from effluent by a plant-based metal–organic framework. Nature Water, 1, 433-442.

Paper: Pérez, J. M. et al. (2022). Metal−Organic Frameworks Based on a Janus-Head Biquinoline Ligand as Catalysts in the Transformation of Carbonyl Compounds into Cyanohydrins and Alcohols. Cryst. Growth Des., 22(12), 7395–7404.

Paper: Rojas, S. et al. (2022). Ti-based robust MOFs in the combined photocatalytic degradation of emerging organic contaminants. Scientific Reports, 12, 14513.

Paper: Sierra-Serrano, B. et al. (2022). Copper Glufosinate-Based Metal−Organic Framework as a Novel Multifunctional Agrochemical. ACS Appl. Mater. Interfaces, 14, 34955−34962.

Paper: Arenas-Vivo, A. et al. (2021). Ultrafast reproducible synthesis of a Agnanocluster@MOF composite and its superior visible-photocatalytic activity in batch and in continuous Flow. J. Mater. Chem. A, 9, 15704.

Paper: Rojas, S. et al. (2020). Metal-Organic Framework Microsphere Formulation for Pulmonary Administration. ACS Appl. Mater. Interfaces, 12, 25676−25682.

Paper: Rojas, S., Horcajada, P. (2020). Metal–Organic Frameworks for the Removal of Emerging Organic Contaminants in Water. Chem. Rev., 120, 8378−8415.

Paper: Rojas, S., Arenas-Vivo, A., Horcajada, P. (2019). Metal-organic frameworks: A novel platform for combined advanced therapies. Coordination Chem. Rev., 388, 202-226.

Paper: Rojas, S. et al. (2018). Metal–Organic Frameworks as Efficient Oral Detoxifying Agents. J. Am. Chem. Soc., 140, 9581-9586.

Book: Rojas, S., Horcajada, P. (2021). Metal-Organic Frameworks in Biomedical and Environmental Field. Springer Nature.

Assoc. Prof. Dr Chandra Mohan | Biosensors | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr Chandra Mohan | Biosensors | Best Researcher Award

Profile

🎓 Education

👨‍🔬 Experience

Awards and Honors 🏆

🔍 Research Interest

📚 Publications

Conclusion