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.

Christabel Y | Biomedical Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Christabel Y | Biomedical Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor | Holy Cross College | India

Dr. Y. Christabel Shaji, Assistant Professor of Chemistry at Holy Cross College (Autonomous), Nagercoil, is an accomplished researcher specializing in organic chemistry, materials chemistry, nanomaterials, and metal–organic frameworks. She holds degrees in Chemistry at the B.Sc, M.Sc, M.Phil, and Ph.D levels, with her doctoral work centered on the synthesis and characterization of poly(ester-imide) polymers. Her academic career includes extensive teaching in organic chemistry, photochemistry, biochemistry, medicinal chemistry, and research methodology, complemented by her leadership in supervising research scholars and executing funded projects on transition-metal complexes, nanomaterials, catalytic systems, and MOF-based drug-delivery platforms. She has made significant research contributions in polymer science, nanoparticle synthesis, photocatalysis, bioactive metal complexes, green synthesis routes, and advanced hybrid materials, resulting in numerous peer-reviewed publications, book chapters, patents, and frequent presentations in national and international conferences. Her achievements have been recognized through prestigious institutional awards for high-impact publications, patent accomplishments, and excellence in research guidance, and she remains actively engaged in professional development through faculty development programmes, refresher courses, and academic workshops. Her scholarly profile is further strengthened by her involvement in interdisciplinary research initiatives, editorial and review activities, and contributions to academic enrichment and innovation. Her scholarly impact is reflected in her citation metrics, with citations of 68, an h-index of 5, and an i10-index of 2.

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Featured Publications

YC Shaji, Online acoustic emission measurement of tensile strength and wear rate for AA8011-TiC-ZrB2 hybrid composite. Surface Topography: Metrology and Properties, 10(4), 045009.*

YC Shaji, Synthesis, characterization and evaluation of biological properties of transition metal chelates with Schiff base ligands derived from glutaraldehyde with L-leucine. International Journal of Scientific Research in Science and Technology, 4(2), 587–593.*

YC Shaji, Synthesis and characterization of nickel-based MOFs: enhancing photocatalysis and targeted cancer drug delivery. Journal of the Indian Chemical Society, 101(10), 101335.*

YC Shaji, Synthesis and characterization of natural fibre with ZnO nanocomposites. International Journal on Interactive Design and Manufacturing, 17(5).*

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.