Rachid Jalal | Molecular Modeling | Best Researcher Award

Rachid Jalal | Molecular Modeling | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Rachid Jalal at Université Cadi Ayya | Morocco

Prof. Rachid Jalal is a distinguished professor and researcher at the Faculty of Sciences and Techniques, Cadi Ayyad University in Marrakech. He holds doctorates from both Aix-Marseille University in France and Cadi Ayyad University in Morocco. His expertise lies in organic and theoretical chemistry, where he has made lasting contributions to teaching, research, and academic leadership. Over the course of his career, he has guided numerous student projects, created innovative teaching resources, and advanced digital education within his institution. His research integrates organic synthesis, molecular modeling, and chemical formulation, marking him as a key figure in Moroccan higher education.

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Education 

Prof. Jalal pursued advanced studies in chemistry, earning a doctorate from Aix-Marseille University in France and later a Doctorat d’État from Cadi Ayyad University in Morocco. His academic training reflects a strong foundation in both experimental and theoretical aspects of chemistry.

Experience 

He has built a long-standing career as a faculty member at the Faculty of Sciences and Techniques, Cadi Ayyad University. His teaching covers organic chemistry, molecular modeling, quantum mechanics, chemical formulation, and biopolymers across different university levels. Beyond teaching, he has held multiple responsibilities, including coordinating modules, overseeing laboratory work, guiding final-year projects, and leading the Master’s program focused on natural substances and biopolymers.

Professional Development

Throughout his career, Prof. Jalal has actively advanced professional development in both teaching and research. He has designed and delivered innovative digital learning resources, such as video-based organic chemistry lessons and interactive online platforms that strengthen student engagement. He has also taken leadership roles in managing academic modules, the chemistry department’s library, and its IT infrastructure, as well as coordinating advanced Master’s programs. His contributions extend to participation in national initiatives on open education and learning assessment, where his insights supported educational reforms. His trajectory highlights a blend of pedagogy, scientific research, and academic service to the community.

Research Interests 

Prof. Jalal’s research is centered on organic chemistry, theoretical chemistry, and molecular modeling, with a special interest in the preparation and transformation of carboxylic acids. His work blends experimental laboratory research with computational approaches to study chemical reactivity and reaction mechanisms. His inventive contributions include patented methods in carboxylation processes, demonstrating innovation in synthetic chemistry. In parallel, he explores natural substances and biopolymers, with an emphasis on sustainable applications that connect chemistry with environmental needs. His work stands at the crossroads of fundamental science and applied solutions, offering advancements for future-oriented chemistry.

Awards and Recognitions 

Prof. Jalal has been recognized through patents on novel processes for the synthesis of carboxylic acids, achieved in collaboration with international researchers. These inventions highlight his pioneering contributions to the field of organic synthesis. Within his university, he has consistently been entrusted with leadership roles, including the coordination of academic modules, management of Master’s programs, and promotion of digital education. His contributions to national educational events and reflective initiatives on learning and teaching practices further underline his academic recognition. These achievements affirm his standing as a respected researcher and educator within Morocco and the international scientific community.

Top Noted Publications 

  • Title: Improved synthesis of 1-chloroadamantane by hydride transfer induced by tertiarybutylchloride
    Year: 1989

  • Title: Synthesis of carboxylic acids from alkanes by transcarboxylation. A novel transfunctionalization reaction involving a hydride transfer
    Year: 1992

  • Title: Convenient preparation of 1-adamantanol from adamantane induced by a hydride transfer
    Year: 1992

  • Title: AM1 theoretical study on the mechanism of 1,3-dipolar cycloaddition reaction of 1,2,4-triazepine and formonitrile oxide
    Year: 1998

  • Title: 2,7-Dimethyl-3,5-bis-methylthio-6-(1’-phenyl-4’-methyl-Δ2-oxazolinyl-3’-one)-2H[1,2,4]triazepine
    Year: 2001

  • Title: 2,7-Dimethyl-3-thioxo-5-(-2oxo-2-phenyl)ethylidene-3,4,5,6-tetrahydro-2H[1,2,4]triazepine
    Year: 2001

  • Title: Ab initio and density functional theory studies of peri- and regioselectivity in 1,3-dipolar cycloaddition reaction of 1,2-diazepine with nitrile oxide
    Year: 2002

Assist Prof Dr. Saeed Ahmed | Material Chemistry Award | Best Researcher Award

Assist Prof Dr. Saeed Ahmed | Material Chemistry Award | Best Researcher Award

Assist Prof Dr. Saeed Ahmed , University of Chakwal , Pakistan

Dr. Saeed Ahmed is an accomplished academic and researcher currently serving as an Assistant Professor and Head of the Department of Chemistry at the University of Chakwal, Pakistan 📚. He earned his Ph.D. in Chemistry from Beijing University of Chemical Technology in 2019, where he focused on the design and fabrication of hierarchical porous magnesium oxide for advanced applications 🧪. His M.Phil. from the University of Engineering and Technology, Lahore, explored anti-corrosion materials, while his M.Sc. research at the University of Education, Lahore, centered on method development for pharmaceuticals 💊. Dr. Ahmed’s diverse professional experience includes roles as an R&D Incharge at Medisearch Pharmacal, a Postdoctoral Fellow at The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, and a Quality Assurance Officer at JAWA Pharmaceutical 🔬. His research interests encompass advanced materials, adsorption, photocatalysis, water treatment reactor design, anti-corrosion, and pollutant risk assessment 🌍.

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📚 Education:

  • Ph.D. in Chemistry (2019)
    Beijing University of Chemical Technology, Beijing, China
    Project: Design, Fabrication, and Adsorption Behavior for Hierarchical Porous Magnesium Oxide
  • M.Phil. in Applied Chemistry (2016)
    University of Engineering and Technology, Lahore, Pakistan
    Project: Anti-Corrosion Behaviour of Al-Cr Doped Magnesium Ferrite Nano-material for Steel
  • M.Sc. in Chemistry (2013)
    University of Education, Lahore, Pakistan
    Project: Method Development of Esomeprazole Magnesium and Its Validation
  • B.Ed. in Education (2014)
    Allama Iqbal Open University, Islamabad, Pakistan
  • B.Sc. (2011)
    Bahauddin Zakariya University, Multan, Pakistan
  • F.Sc. (HSSC) (2009)
    B.I.S.E. Dera Ghazi Khan
  • Matric (SSC) (2007)
    B.I.S.E. Dera Ghazi Khan

💼 Professional Experience:

  • Assistant Professor (04/2022 – Present)
    Department of Chemistry, University of Chakwal, Pakistan
  • Assistant Professor (10/2021 – 04/2022)
    Department of Chemistry, University of Lahore, Pakistan
  • R&D Incharge (07/2021 – 10/2021)
    Medisearch Pharmacal Private Limited, Lahore, Pakistan
    Responsibilities: Research and evaluation of new products, development of new products, technical support, coordination of R&D activities.
  • Postdoctoral Fellow (07/2019 – 07/2021)
    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, Hong Kong
    Project: Adsorption Material Development and Pilot-Scale Reactor Design for River Water Treatment of Hong Kong
  • Quality Assurance Officer (04/2016 – 08/2016)
    JAWA Pharmaceutical, Lahore, Pakistan
    Responsibilities: Quality and safety assessments, compliance with ISO 9001, stability studies, training needs assessment, performance monitoring.
  • Master of Philosophy (M.Phil.) (02/2014 – 03/2016)
    University of Engineering and Technology, Lahore, Pakistan
  • Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) (10/2012 – 12/2013)
    Allama Iqbal Open University, Islamabad, Pakistan
  • Master of Science (M.Sc.) (10/2011 – 12/2013)
    University of Education, Lahore, Pakistan

🔬 Research Interests:

  • Advanced Materials
  • Adsorption
  • Photocatalysis
  • Reactor Design for Water Treatment
  • Anti-corrosion
  • Health Risk Assessment of Pollutants

Publication top Notes :

Concentrations, pollution indices and health risk assessment of heavy metals in road dust from two urbanized cities of Pakistan: Comparing two sampling methods for heavy metals …

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Solvent assisted synthesis of hierarchical magnesium oxide flowers for adsorption of phosphate and methyl orange: kinetic, isotherm, thermodynamic and removal mechanism

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Recent progress on adsorption materials for phosphate removal

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Phosphate removal from river water using a highly efficient magnetically recyclable Fe3O4/La (OH) 3 nanocomposite

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Visible-light-driven ZnO/ZnS/MnO2 ternary nanocomposite catalyst: synthesis, characterization and photocatalytic degradation of methylene blue

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Assist Prof Dr. Naglaa Ashmawy | Analytical Techniques Award | Best Researcher Award

Assist Prof Dr. Naglaa Ashmawy | Analytical Techniques Award | Best Researcher Award 

Assist Prof Dr. Naglaa Ashmawy , Gulf Medical University , United Arab Emirates

Dr. Naglaa Saad Eldin Mostafa Ashmawy is a distinguished Assistant Professor in the Pharmaceutical Sciences Department at Gulf Medical University, Ajman, UAE. With a Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences from Ain Shams University, Cairo, Egypt (2019), her research focuses on the phytochemical and biological studies of plants in the Araliaceae family. She earned her M.Sc. in Natural Products Chemistry from the same institution in 2013, with research on the genus Erythrina of the Leguminosae family.Dr. Ashmawy’s career spans both academia and industry. She currently coordinates the International Foundation Programs at Gulf Medical University and has held roles as a visiting assistant professor at Rochester Institute of Technology, Dubai, and City University College of Ajman. Her previous experience includes a post-doctoral fellowship at Sharjah Institute for Medical Research, and she served as an Assistant Professor at Ain Shams University, where she was also involved in accreditation committees.

 

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Education

🎓 Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Natural Products Chemistry, Ain Shams University, Cairo (2019)
🎓 M.Sc. in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Natural Products Chemistry, Ain Shams University (2013)
🎓 B.Sc. in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Ain Shams University (2007)

Work Experience

🧑‍🏫 Assistant Professor, Gulf Medical University (Oct. 2023–Present)
🧑‍🏫 Visiting Assistant Professor, Rochester Institute of Technology-Dubai (Aug. 2021–Jun. 2023)
🧑‍🏫 Part-time Assistant Professor, Gulf Medical University (Sep. 2022–Aug. 2023)
🧑‍🏫 Visiting Assistant Professor, City University College of Ajman (Sep. 2020–Jun. 2021)
🔬 Postdoctoral Fellow, Sharjah Institute for Medical Research (Sep. 2019–Aug. 2023)
🧑‍🏫 Assistant Professor of Pharmacognosy, Ain Shams University (Dec. 2018–Aug. 2019)
🧑‍🏫 Lecturer, Ain Shams University (June 2013–Dec. 2018)
🧪 Lab Instructor, Ain Shams University (May 2008–June 2013)
💊 Pharmacist, Nilly Pharmacy, Cairo (Jan. 2008–Apr. 2008)

Teaching Experience

🔬 General and Organic Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Analysis, Biochemistry, Complementary Medicine
🧪 Organic Chemistry, Introduction to Chemical Analysis, Analytical Chemistry
🌿 Pharmacognosy, Quality Control of Herbal Products, Phytochemistry

Administrative Experience

📋 Coordinator, International Foundation Programs, Gulf Medical University
📋 Chair, College of Pharmacy Quality Assurance Committee, Gulf Medical University
📋 Committee Member for NAQAAE Accreditation, Ain Shams University

Research Skills

🔍 Microscopy, Sample Preparation, Dyeing, Imaging
🔬 HPLC, HPTLC, LC/MS
🌿 Essential Oil Extraction, GC, GC/MS
📊 Metabolomic Research, NMR, LC/MS, GC/MS
🔍 Structure Elucidation of Secondary Metabolites
💻 Software: MS Office, Mestrenova, Xcalibar, EndNote, AMDIS, Chenomx, metaboAnalyst

 

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Flavonoids are promising safe therapy against COVID-19

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A New Xanthone Glycoside from Mangifera indica L.: Physicochemical Properties and In Vitro Anti-Skin Aging Activities

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A comprehensive review of the health benefits of flaxseed oil in relation to its chemical composition and comparison with other omega-3-rich oils

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The genus Polyscias (Araliaceae): A phytochemical and biological review

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Marine sponge is a promising natural source of anti-SARS-CoV-2 scaffold

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

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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