Dr. Vaclav Kasicka| Analytical and Physical Chemistry Award | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Vaclav Kasicka| Analytical and Physical Chemistry Award | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Vaclav Kasicka , Institute of Organic Chemistry and Biochemistry of the Czech Academy of Sciences , Czech Republic

🔬 Václav Kašička, RNDr., PhD. (CSc.) is a pioneering figure in the field of analytical chemistry, renowned for his contributions to electromigration methods at the Institute of Organic Chemistry and Biochemistry of the Czech Academy of Sciences in Prague. With a career spanning decades, he has significantly advanced the theory, instrumentation, and methodology of capillary and free-flow electromigration techniques, including zone electrophoresis, isotachophoresis, and electrokinetic chromatography. His research focuses on the separation, analysis, and biochemical characterization of amino acids, peptides, proteins, and nucleic acids. As a senior scientist and head of the Laboratory of Electromigration Methods, he has authored over 190 papers in prestigious international journals, edited multiple symposia proceedings, and contributed chapters to key textbooks. Dr. Kašička’s dedication extends beyond research; he actively teaches electroseparation methods at leading universities in Prague and serves on editorial boards for prominent scientific journals. Recognized with numerous awards, including the Hanuš Memorial Medal and the Prof. Andrzej Waksmundzki Medal, his influence in chromatography and electrophoresis is felt worldwide through his extensive collaborations and leadership in scientific committees. 🌍

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📚 Education:

  • CSc. (PhD. equivalent), Chemistry/Biochemistry, Institute of Organic Chemistry and Biochemistry, Czechoslovak Academy of Sciences, Prague, Czechoslovakia (1985)
    • Thesis: Analysis and preparation of peptides and proteins by isotachophoresis.
  • RNDr., Chemistry/Physical Chemistry, Faculty of Science, Charles University, Prague, Czechoslovakia (1979)
  • M.Sc., Chemistry/Physical Chemistry, Charles University, Prague, Czechoslovakia (1977)

🔬 Professional Experience:

  • Senior Scientist, Head of the Laboratory of Electromigration Methods, Institute of Organic Chemistry & Biochemistry of the Czech Academy of Sciences, Prague, Czech Republic (1995-present)
  • Research Scientist, Department of Biochemistry of Peptides, Institute of Organic Chemistry and Biochemistry, Czechoslovak Academy of Sciences (1993-1994)
  • Research Scientist, Department of Biochemistry of Proteins, Czechoslovak Academy of Sciences (1988-1992)
  • Junior Scientist, Department of Biochemistry of Proteins, Czechoslovak Academy of Sciences (1985-1988)

🔍 Specialization:

Theory, instrumentation, and methodology of capillary and free-flow electromigration methods including zone electrophoresis, isotachophoresis, isoelectric focusing, affinity electrophoresis, electrokinetic chromatography, and electrochromatography. Applications for separation, analysis, purification, and physicochemical and biochemical characterization of amino acids, peptides, proteins, nucleosides, nucleotides, and other biomolecules.

📖 Publications and Editorships:

Author or co-author of over 190 papers in international peer-reviewed journals, 100 contributions in symposia proceedings, 23 book chapters, 25 pending patents, and more than 150 lectures at international symposia. H-index of 35 with significant contributions to journals like Electrophoresis and Journal of Separation Science.

🎓 Teaching:

Provides specialized lectures on electroseparation methods and supervises graduation reports and theses at several universities in Prague.

📝 Memberships:

Editorial and advisory board memberships in prestigious journals including Electrophoresis and Journal of Separation Science. Active involvement in professional societies and committees related to chromatography and electrophoresis.

🏆 Awards:

Recipient of notable honors including the Hanuš Memorial Medal from the Czech Chemical Society (2022) and the Prof. Andrzej Waksmundzki Medal for achievements in separation techniques (2021).

🌐 International Cooperation:

Extensive collaboration across Europe and beyond, contributing to numerous bilateral and EU projects, and holding positions in international scientific committees.

📅 Scientific Meetings:

Organizer and committee member for various international symposia on separation science, including HPLC 2017 and ISSS 2014 in Prague.

Publications Top Notes 📄

Recent developments and applications of capillary and microchip electrophoresis in proteomics and peptidomics (mid-2018–2022)

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A study of azopyrimidine photoswitches and their interactions with cyclodextrins: When the guest governs the type of accommodation at the host

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The separation of the enantiomers of diquats by capillary electrophoresis using randomly sulfated cyclodextrins as chiral selectors

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Capillary electrokinetic chromatography for studying interactions between β-blockers and Intralipid emulsion

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Recent developments in capillary and microchip electroseparations of peptides (2021–mid-2023)

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Prof. Xueliang Shi| Non-covalent interactions Award | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Xueliang Shi| Non-covalent interactions Award | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Xueliang Shi , East China Normal University , China

Xueliang Shi (史学亮) 🧬 is a distinguished chemist hailing from the People’s Republic of China, currently serving as a Professor at the School of Chemistry and Molecular Engineering, East China Normal University. With a rich academic journey that includes a PhD from the National University of Singapore under the guidance of Professors Chunyan Chi and Jishan Wu, his expertise spans multi-step organic synthesis, semiconductor materials, and advanced spectroscopic techniques like UV-vis, cyclic voltammetry, NMR, and EPR spectroscopy. His research interests converge on pioneering fronts: exploring the design and synthesis of organic radicals, integrating radical chemistry with supramolecular chemistry to innovate new molecular architectures, and advancing π-conjugated materials for organic semiconductors, particularly in applications such as field-effect transistors and solar cells. Xueliang Shi’s multidisciplinary approach underscores his commitment to pushing the boundaries of molecular science, aiming to unlock new possibilities at the intersection of chemistry and materials engineering.

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Education

  • 2018.10 – now: Professor, School of Chemistry and Molecular Engineering, East China Normal University
  • 2016.9 – 2018.10: Research Associate, Materials Science and Engineering, University of Washington
    • Supervisor: Professor Alex K-Y. Jen
  • 2015.9 – 2016.8: Research Assistant, Department of Chemistry, National University of Singapore
    • Supervisor: Professor Chunyan Chi
    • Co-Supervisor: Professor Jishan Wu
  • 2011.8 – 2015.8: PhD, Department of Chemistry, National University of Singapore
    • Supervisor: Professor Chunyan Chi
    • Co-Supervisor: Professor Jishan Wu
    • Thesis: Quinoidal Compounds: Synthesis, Structures, Properties and Their Applications for Field Effect Transistors

Expertise and Skills

  • Multi-step organic synthesis
  • Semiconductors
  • UV-vis spectroscopy
  • Cyclic voltammetry
  • NMR spectroscopy
  • EPR spectroscopy
  • Single crystal growth and analysis

Research Interests

  1. Organic radicals: Design and synthesis of novel organic radicals; investigating structure-property-application relationships.
  2. Supramolecular chemistry: Integration of traditional supramolecular chemistry with radical chemistry to create new molecules and materials.
  3. Organic semiconductors: Development of new π-conjugated (supramolecular radical) materials for applications in organic semiconductors, including field-effect transistors and solar cells.

Publications Top Notes 📄

Pro-aromatic and anti-aromatic π-conjugated molecules: an irresistible wish to be diradicals

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Dithienopicenocarbazole-based acceptors for efficient organic solar cells with optoelectronic response over 1000 nm and an extremely low energy loss