Guoxia Yun | Hydrogenation | Best Researcher Award

Assoc Prof. Dr. Guoxia Yun, Northwest Normal University, China.

Dr. Guoxia Yun 🎓 is a postdoctoral researcher at Lanzhou University, specializing in the physics and chemistry of materials 🧪. She earned her Ph.D. from Nankai University and previously completed both her Master’s and Bachelor’s degrees at Northwest Normal University 📚. With a strong foundation in catalysis and material science, Dr. Yun has contributed to over ten influential publications, including in J. Catal. and Applied Surface Science 📝. She has also been granted a national patent and successfully led a major project funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China 💡. Her work is driving innovation in hydrogenation and sustainable catalysis 🌱⚗️.

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Education & Experience

🎓 Educational Background

📅 2008.09–2012.06 | B.Sc. – Northwest Normal University
📅 2012.09–2015.06 | M.Sc. – Northwest Normal University
📅 2015.09–2018.06 | Ph.D. – Nankai University

🧪 Work Experience

📅 2018.11–Present | Postdoctoral Researcher – Lanzhou University

Suitability for the Award

Assoc Prof. Dr. Guoxia Yun, currently a postdoctoral researcher at Lanzhou University, is a highly accomplished scientist in the field of materials physics and chemistry, making her an outstanding candidate for the Best Researcher Award. With a doctoral degree from Nankai University and over a decade of focused research, Yun has made exceptional contributions to the development of novel catalysts, hydrogenation processes, and advanced photocatalytic materials.

Professional Development

Dr. Yun has developed extensive expertise in material catalysis and green chemistry 🧬. Her research focuses on designing non-noble metal catalysts, hydrogenation mechanisms, and photocatalysis systems for environmental and energy applications 🌿💡. With hands-on experience in surface modification techniques and synthesis of advanced catalysts, she has collaborated on interdisciplinary projects and published in high-impact journals 📚. She has also contributed to conference presentations, patented methods, and secured national research funding 🇨🇳. Dr. Yun’s scientific journey continues to evolve with an emphasis on innovation, sustainability, and practical applications in hydrogen energy and catalytic processes ⚗️🔬.

Research Focus

Dr. Guoxia Yun’s research is rooted in heterogeneous catalysis and green energy technologies 🌍🧪. Her work centers around designing efficient, low-cost nickel-based catalysts for hydrogenation reactions, particularly in the hydrodearomatization of complex organic molecules 🔄💧. She investigates the role of atomic-layer deposition, metal doping, and support materials in enhancing catalytic activity and selectivity ⚙️🔍. Additionally, her studies on photocatalytic hydrogen evolution and CO₂ conversion position her at the forefront of sustainable energy research 🔋☀️. With a deep focus on mechanism-driven design, Dr. Yun contributes to the development of eco-friendly and noble-metal-free catalytic systems 🌱.

Awards & Honors

🧪 National Invention Patent: Hydrogenation Dearomatization Catalyst (CN201710218255.9)
💼 Principal Investigator: NSFC-funded project on DMF synthesis from CO₂ hydrogenation (No. 21902066)
📝 Published 10+ peer-reviewed papers in international journals
📃 Conference Presentation at the 18th National Catalysis Academic Conference
⚙️ Co-inventor on multiple catalytic system innovations

Publication Top Noted

📘 2018 | Nondestructive construction of Lewis acid sites on the surface of supported nickel phosphide catalysts by atomic-layer deposition | Authors: Guoxia Yun, Qingxin Guan, Wei Li* | 📈
📘 2017 | The synthesis and mechanistic studies of a highly active nickel phosphide catalyst for naphthalene hydrodearomatization | Authors: Guoxia Yun, Qingxin Guan, Wei Li* | 📈🧫
📘 2014 | Photodegradation of rhodamine B with MoS₂/Bi₂O₂CO₃ composites under UV light irradiation | Authors: Qizhao Wang*, Guoxia Yun, et al. | 📈💡
📘 2014 | CuS, NiS as co-catalyst for enhanced photocatalytic hydrogen evolution over TiO₂ | Authors: Qizhao Wang*, Guoxia Yun, et al. | 📈
📘 2015 | The enhanced photocatalytic activity of Zn²⁺ doped TiO₂ for hydrogen generation under artificial sunlight irradiation prepared by sol-gel method | Authors: Qizhao Wang*, Guoxia Yun, et al. | 📈
📘 2021 | Tuning hydrodearomatization performance of interstitial NixW alloy catalyst by controlling the doping of a small amount of tungsten | Authors: Qingxin Guan, Guoxia Yun, Wei Li* | 📈

Nahid Nishat | Materials Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Nahid Nishat, Jamia Millia Islamia , India.

Dr. Nahid Nishat 👩‍🔬 is a distinguished Professor of Chemistry at Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi 🏛️, with over 27 years of teaching and research experience 📘. Joining Jamia in 1998, she has specialized in Inorganic, Coordination, Bioinorganic, and Materials Chemistry 🔬. She has supervised 23 Ph.D. scholars and is actively guiding 4 more 🎓. A prolific academic, she has over 3000 citations 📈 and regularly reviews for top-tier international journals 🌍. Dr. Nishat’s impactful research and dedication to teaching have earned her multiple accolades 🏅, making her a leading figure in the field of chemical sciences in India 🇮🇳.

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Education & Experience

📚 Education:

🎓 Ph.D. (1993) – A.M.U. Aligarh – Coordination compounds of transition metal ions
🧪 M.Phil. (1990) – A.M.U. – Inorganic Chemistry
⚗️ M.Sc. (1988) – A.M.U. – Inorganic Chemistry
🧬 B.Sc. (1986) – A.M.U. – Botany, Zoology, Chemistry, English, Theology
🏫 High School to PUC (1981-1983) – A.M.U. – Botany, Zoology, Chemistry, English, Theology

👩‍🏫 Experience:

🧪 JRF & RA at A.M.U. (1992–1998) – CSIR-funded, Ph.D. research and mentoring
👩‍🏫 Jamia Millia Islamia (1998–present):
- Lecturer (1998–2006)
- Senior Lecturer (2006)
- Reader (2006–2009)
- Associate Professor (2009–2012)
- Professor (2012–till date) – Teaching UG/PG, supervising Ph.D., leading materials chemistry research

Summary Suitability For The Award

Dr. Nahid Nishat, currently serving in the Department of Chemistry, Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi, is an acclaimed researcher with a distinguished career in Inorganic Chemistry, Coordination Chemistry, Bioinorganic Chemistry, and Materials Chemistry. With more than 27 years of academic and research experience, her contributions have significantly advanced scientific knowledge and innovation in her field, making her a highly deserving candidate for the Best Researcher Award.

Professional Development

Dr. Nahid Nishat has consistently contributed to the academic and scientific community through active research, student mentorship, and peer review 📑. She teaches a range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses, including Group Theory, Spectroscopy, and Materials Chemistry 🧪. Her involvement in Ph.D. programs and curriculum design reflects her deep commitment to academic excellence 🎓. Dr. Nishat serves as a reviewer for more than 15 international journals, such as ACS Omega and the European Journal of Medicinal Chemistry 🌐. With over 3000 Google Scholar citations 📊 and a robust academic footprint, she remains an active participant in conferences and collaborative projects globally 🤝.

Research Focus

Dr. Nahid Nishat’s research spans Inorganic Chemistry, Coordination Chemistry, Bioinorganic Chemistry, and Materials Chemistry 🔍. Her work emphasizes the synthesis and characterization of coordination compounds, their applications in materials science, and biological relevance ⚗️🧬. She explores the structure-property relationships of metal complexes, developing materials with potential environmental and biomedical applications 🌿🧫. Her interdisciplinary research bridges chemistry with materials and life sciences, contributing to sustainable and functional innovations 🧠🌱. Widely cited and reviewed, her contributions have significantly impacted the field of coordination and material-based chemistry, making her a respected voice in modern chemical research globally 🌍.

Awards & Honors

🥇 Young Scientist Award – Third World Academy of Sciences (2001)
🧪 Best Poster Presentation Award – GTER-2012, Gurukul Kangri Haridwar
🏆 Academic Distinction – 3rd position in Class X (A.M.U.)
🗣️ Multiple Awards – For debate, essay, quiz competitions, and extra-curricular activities at school and college level

Publication Top Noted

📘 Photocatalytic degradation of carcinogenic Congo red dye in aqueous solution, antioxidant activity and bactericidal effect of NiO nanoparticles – Cited by 159 (2020)
🌿 Biogenic synthesis of iron oxide nanoparticles using Agrewia optiva and Prunus persica phyto species: Characterization, antibacterial and antioxidant activity – Cited by 153 (2018)
🌱 A review on cleaner production of polymeric and nanocomposite coatings based on waterborne polyurethane dispersions from seed oils – Cited by 131 (2019)
💧 Polysaccharide based superabsorbent hydrogels and their methods of synthesis: A review – Cited by 122 (2020)
🧵 Preparation and characterizations of multifunctional PVA/ZnO nanofibers composite membranes for surgical gown application – Cited by 99 (2019)
🧪 Synthesis and characterization of antibacterial polychelates of urea–formaldehyde resin with Cr (III), Mn (II), Fe (III), Co (II), Ni (II), Cu (II), and Zn (II) metal ions – Cited by 98 (2006)
🧼 Efficient removal of Congo red dye from aqueous solution by adsorbent films of polyvinyl alcohol/melamine-formaldehyde composite and bactericidal effects – Cited by 67 (2020)
💊 Physicochemical and pharmacokinetic analysis of anacardic acid derivatives – Cited by 67 (2020)
🧫 Synthesis, characterization and antimicrobial activity of transition metal chelated thiourea‐formaldehyde resin – Cited by 64 (2006)

Guoxia Yun | Hydrogenation | Best Researcher Award

Guoxia Yun | Hydrogenation | Best Researcher Award

Assoc Prof. Dr. Guoxia Yun, Northwest Normal University, China.

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