Oleksandr Shapoval | Nanotechnology Applications | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Oleksandr Shapoval | Nanotechnology Applications | Best Researcher Award

Researcher | Institute of Macromolecular Chemistry | Czech Republic

Dr. Oleksandr Shapoval is a scientific researcher at the Institute of Macromolecular Chemistry, Academy of Sciences of the Czech Republic, specializing in polymer-inorganic nanoparticles, functional colloids, and advanced nanosystems for multimodal imaging and therapeutic applications. He holds a Ph.D. in Chemistry with a focus on macromolecular compounds, along with degrees in chemistry, chemical technology, and administrative and financial management. His professional experience includes leading nationally funded research projects, contributing to commercial innovation initiatives, lecturing at academic institutions, and collaborating on international scientific programs involving the development of luminescent nanomarkers, functional nanoparticle shells, and advanced diagnostic probes. His research centers on the synthesis, surface engineering, and functionalization of lanthanide-based upconversion nanoparticles, with significant contributions to photodynamic therapy, multimodal bioimaging, colloidal stability studies, and targeted drug or photosensitizer delivery. He has authored numerous publications in high-impact journals and contributed to patented methods for preparing functionalized rare-earth nanoparticles. His work also includes extensive involvement in multidisciplinary project teams supported by national and international funding bodies, as well as leadership roles in projects related to imaging technologies and biomedical applications. Widely recognized for his research contributions, he has participated in prestigious scientific training programs, served as a co-investigator in collaborative initiatives, and contributed to advancements in nanodiagnostics, therapeutic systems, and polymer-based imaging agents.

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Featured Publications

Shapoval O.*, Poly(4-styrenesulfonic acid-co-maleic anhydride)-coated NaGdF₄-based nanoparticles with luminescence and magnetic properties for imaging of pancreatic islets and β-cells. ACS Appl. Mater. Interfaces, Accepted.

Shapoval O.*, Temoporfin-conjugated PEGylated poly(N,N-dimethylacrylamide)-coated upconversion colloid for NIR-induced photodynamic therapy of pancreatic cancer. Biomacromolecules, Published.

Shapoval O.*, PMVEMA-coated upconverting nanoparticles for upconversion-linked immunoassay of cardiac troponin. Talanta, Published.

Hossein Molavi | Chemical Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Hossein Molavi | Chemical Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor of Nano Chemistry | Institute for Advanced Studies in Basic Sciences | Iran

Dr. Hossein Molavi, an Assistant Professor at the Institute for Advanced Studies in Basic Sciences (IASBS), is a distinguished researcher in chemistry specializing in advanced functional materials, metal–organic frameworks, nanocomposites, gas separation, and water treatment. He holds a Ph.D. in Nano Science and Nanotechnology from Sharif University of Technology, preceded by master’s and bachelor’s degrees in nano chemistry and applied chemistry. His professional background includes leading research projects, supervising multidisciplinary studies, and contributing to innovations in membrane technology, adsorbent design, and green synthesis strategies. Dr. Molavi has an extensive record of high-impact publications in top-tier journals, with influential contributions to MOF synthesis, environmental remediation, and polymer functionalization. His achievements have been recognized through multiple national and international honors, including elite foundation scholarships, top rankings in academic Olympiads, distinction among the top 2% of world scientists, and selection as a leading young researcher by major scientific institutions. He is actively involved in scholarly communities through editorial engagements, invited presentations, and participation in professional organizations. His research excellence is further reflected in his citation metrics, with 5146 citations, an h-index of 39, and an i10-index of 48.

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Featured Publications

Hossein Molavi*, Cerium-based metal–organic frameworks: Synthesis, properties, and applications. Coord. Chem. Rev., Accepted.

Hossein Molavi*, Water-born MOFs at room temperature as green adsorbents. Microporous Mesoporous Mater., 2025, 113809.

Hossein Molavi, Wastewater treatment using nanodiamond and related materials. J. Environ. Manage., 2024, 349, 119349.