Innovative Research Award
Vincent Obakachi
Durban University of Technology, South Africa
The Innovative Research Award recognizes research contributions that demonstrate scientific inquiry, methodological development, originality, and potential value to a relevant field of study. This article presents the academic profile of Vincent Obakachi of Durban University of Technology, South Africa, whose research subject area is computational chemistry. The profile brings together the supplied bibliometric indicators, the broader context of computational chemistry, and the relevance of research innovation to scientific advancement. [1] [2]
Abstract
Vincent Obakachi is affiliated with Durban University of Technology in South Africa and is associated with the subject area of computational chemistry. The supplied Scopus profile records 36 documents, 998 citations, and an h-index of 13. These indicators provide a quantitative snapshot of indexed scholarly output and citation activity. Computational chemistry uses computational methods and theoretical models to investigate molecular structures, chemical properties, reaction pathways, and related phenomena. Its applications can support the interpretation of experimental results and the development of research hypotheses. [1]
Keywords
Vincent Obakachi; Innovative Research Award; computational chemistry; molecular modelling; theoretical chemistry; scientific computing; research productivity; citation analysis; bibliometrics; Durban University of Technology; South Africa; scholarly communication; research innovation.
Introduction
Computational chemistry is an interdisciplinary field that combines chemical theory, mathematical methods, and computer-based calculations to investigate the behaviour of atoms and molecules. Depending on the research question, it may involve quantum chemical calculations, molecular simulations, computational modelling, and the analysis of predicted molecular properties. These approaches can help researchers explore chemical systems that are difficult to characterize through experiments alone, while experimental validation remains important when interpreting computational predictions. [3]
Research Profile
Vincent Obakachi is identified in the supplied information as a researcher affiliated with Durban University of Technology, South Africa. His stated subject area is computational chemistry. His Scopus Author ID is 34873093100, which provides a database identifier for accessing the associated indexed author record. The profile can be consulted to verify indexed documents and review the publication information available through Scopus. [1]
Research Contributions
Computational chemistry contributes to modern chemical research by enabling theoretical analysis and numerical investigation of molecular systems. Common research approaches include quantum mechanical calculations, molecular mechanics, molecular dynamics, and computational methods for estimating structural, energetic, or electronic properties. The choice of method depends on the chemical system, the scientific question, available computational resources, and the accuracy required. [3]
Publications
The supplied Scopus profile data report 36 documents associated with Vincent Obakachi. The Scopus author record is the principal starting point for reviewing indexed publications, author attribution, document types, co-authorship, and citation information. For publication-level evaluation, readers should consult the linked author record and the original publisher pages. DOI identifiers, where available, can help locate the definitive article record and distinguish publications with similar titles or author names. [1] [4]
Research Impact
The supplied figures of 998 citations and an h-index of 13 provide two complementary indicators of the indexed research record. Citation totals reflect the number of recorded citations to publications included within a database’s coverage, while the h-index combines publication output and citation frequency into a single measure. The h-index is 13 when at least 13 publications have each received at least 13 citations, subject to the database’s underlying record and calculation at the time of measurement. [5]
Award Suitability
The supplied information establishes the profile details and bibliometric figures presented in this article; it does not independently establish a final award decision or verify individual research achievements. Any formal award determination should follow the organizer’s published eligibility requirements and evaluation procedures and be supported by review of the relevant evidence. The official award website provides the appropriate starting point for event-related information. [6]
Conclusion
Vincent Obakachi is identified in the supplied information as a computational chemistry researcher affiliated with Durban University of Technology in South Africa. The provided Scopus metrics report 36 documents, 998 citations, and an h-index of 13. These figures offer a concise quantitative overview of the associated indexed research record, while their interpretation requires attention to database coverage, field differences, and the date of retrieval. [1]
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References
- Elsevier. (2026). Scopus author details: Vincent Obakachi, Author ID 34873093100.
https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=34873093100
- Google. (2026). Google Scholar profile: Vincent Obakachi. Google Scholar.
https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=vib1VCIAAAAJ&hl=en
- The global, regional, and national burden of cancer, 1990–2023, with forecasts to 2050: a systematic analysis for the Global Burden of Disease Study 2023.
https://doi.org/10.1016/S0140-6736(25)01635-6
- Vitamin C Contents of Tropical Vegetables and Foods Determined by Voltammetric and Titrimetric Methods and Their Relevance to the Medicinal Uses of the Plants.
https://doi.org/10.1016/S1452-3981(23)15270-9
- The Voltammetric and Titrimetric Determination of Ascorbic Acid Levels in Tropical Fruit Samples.
https://doi.org/10.1016/S1452-3981(23)15128-5
- The Scientist Global Awards. (2026). Official award website.
https://thescientists.net/