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Dr Ojodomo J. Achadu received his PhD degree in Chemistry (2018) from Rhodes University, South Africa. He gained diverse academic and postdoctoral research experiences in South Africa, France, Japan (JSPS Fellow, Shizuoka University) and the United Kingdom (Marie Curie COFUND Fellow at the University of Warwick). He is currently a Senior Lecturer (Assistant Professor) at Teesside University, United Kingdom. His research has focused on nanomaterials/materials chemistry and engineering for optical and electrochemical nanosensors/biosensors fabrication, magnetic nanocomposites and polymeric/nanomaterials composites for energy applications. He has research interests in the development of diagnostic nanobiosensors for infectious pathogens using functional nanomaterials and self-powered systems utilizing sustainable and renewable energy sources. Other interests are in the photophysics and applications of nanocomposites of 2D semiconductor/carbon-based nanomaterials/quantum dots and macrocyclic organic complexes for nanosensors design.
Dr Noor ul Ain is an accomplished scholar, holding a distinguished PhD in Chemistry earned from Quaid-i-Azam University in April 2021. Her expertise lies at the intersection of inorganic chemistry, nanotechnology, and energy storage materials, particularly focusing on advancements in lithium-ion batteries. Currently serving as a lecturer (BS 18) at RWU since August 2022, Dr Noor ul Ain has established herself as a reputable researcher with contributions featured in esteemed international journals. Her academic prowess was further acknowledged through her selection for the IRSIP scholarship by HEC, which supported her groundbreaking research during her PhD at University College London. Dr Noor ul Ain’s research interests encompass multifaceted environmental applications, specifically targeting the reduction of environmental carcinogens using nanomaterials. Additionally, her work extends to energy storage applications, where she specializes in synthesizing ternary metal oxides tailored as cathode materials for enhancing Li-ion batteries’ performance. Moreover, her expertise encompasses the synthesis, characterization, and application of magnetic and non-magnetic copper sulfide nanoparticles, showcasing her versatility in nanomaterial research. Her research endeavors, ranging from environmental applications to advancements in energy storage solutions, are driven by a profound commitment to scientific exploration and innovation. Dr Noor ul Ain’s contributions stand as a testament to her dedication to advancing knowledge and addressing critical challenges in the realms of chemistry, nanotechnology, and sustainable energy storage.
Saif Ullah Awan had a background in Nanotechnology and Professor at Department of Electrical Engineering, NUST (National University of Sciences and Technology) Islamabad Pakistan. Saif is working on Quantum-materials, Nano-energy, Nano-sciences, Nano-technology, Nano-electronics, Materials Physics, Condensed Matter Physics, Solid State Physics and electronics, Semiconductor Physics, Photovoltaics, Renewable energies. My interests are Nanosheets/Thin films (2D), Nanoparticles and Quantum dots (OD), Nanorods and Nanowires (1D), Nano-composites and Hybrid structured materials for investigating Structural and Morphological, Electronic, Magnetic, Electro-chemical Optical, Electrical, Dielectrics, Ferroelectrics and Multiferroics properties. He had published 04 book chapters, 52 publications in peer review international journals under prominent and well reputed publishers such as Nature, IoP, APS, ACS, RSC, Elsevier, Springer, and MDPI. His research work had been cited >1100 times on Google Scholar (h-index: 19). He had secured 145 Million PKR research grants and around 2450 Million PKR grants are submitted in various national/international agencies (e.g. HEC, MoST, USAID, KOICA, etc.). Saif has extensively travelled the world, presenting his research at top-tier venues and delivering dozens of national and international talks in countries such USA, Italy, Belarus, Singapore, Turkey, Hong Kong, and Spain. Furthermore, he has presented his research work as an Invited speaker, Keynote speaker and Distinguish Speaker at more than 25 international conferences/workshops/symposiums.
Professor Dr Amin Badshah is a distinguished academician and researcher, having obtained his PhD in 1994 from Quaid-i-Azam University (QAU), Islamabad. With a prolific career in academia, he currently serves as the vice chancellor of the University of Buner and holds the esteemed positions of Ex-Professor Emeritus and Dean of the Faculty of Natural Sciences at QAU, Islamabad. A distinguished fellow of the Pakistan Academy of Sciences (PAS) and the Chemical Society of Pakistan, Dr Badshah’s scholarly contributions extend to his role as an associate editor for the Journal of the Chemical Society of Pakistan, showcasing his commitment to advancing scientific discourse and research dissemination. His remarkable achievements in academia and research have been recognized through numerous accolades, including the Research Productivity Award from the Pakistan Council for Science and Technology spanning from 2001 to 2016. Dr Badshah’s dedication to excellence has been further underscored by prestigious honors such as the Gold Medal from PAS, Best Teacher and Best Paper Awards from the Higher Education Commission of Pakistan, and the esteemed Tamgha-i-Imtiaz (TI) from the Government of Pakistan. Dr Badshah’s illustrious career stands as a testament to his unwavering commitment to scholarly pursuits, academic leadership, and the advancement of scientific knowledge within Pakistan and beyond.
Justyna Barzowska completed her Master’s degree in 1993, specializing in experimental physics, at the Faculty of Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry, Nicolaus Copernicus University in Toruń, Poland. She received her PhD degree in 2004 from the Faculty of Mathematics, Physics, and Computer Science, University of Gdańsk, Poland. Since 1993 to the present, she has been employed in a research and teaching position at the Institute of Experimental Physics, University of Gdańsk, since 2006 she has served as an assistant professor. Her research interests cover optical spectroscopy of condensed matter, including spectroscopy at extreme conditions such as high hydrostatic pressure and low temperatures.
Suresh K. Bhargava, PhD, DSc, is the founding director of the Centre for Advanced Materials and Industrial Chemistry at RMIT University. With an h-index of 81, over 700 research articles, 15 book chapters, and 22 800 citations, he has made major technological breakthroughs in industrial chemistry, molecular engineering, nanomaterials for biomedical applications, electrochemistry, and additive manufacturing for catalysis. His contributions to science have been recognized with several awards. He is a fellow of seven academies. In 2022 he was honoured as a Member of the Order of Australia for his outstanding contributions to tertiary education and Australia–India relations.
Jeong-Woo Choi is a Professor at the Department of Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering, Sogang University, South Korea. He received his PhD from Rutgers University (USA), DEng from Tokyo Institute of Technology (Japan) and a DBA from the University of Durham (UK). He was a visiting scientist in ‘IBM Research-Almaden Lab’, a President of ‘Korean Biochip Society’, a President of ‘Korean Society for Biotechnology and Bioengineering’, and an Editor-in-Chief of ‘Nano Convergence’ Journal. He is a fellow of ‘The Korean Academy of Science and Technology’, and ‘National Academy of Engineering of Korea’. He has published 478 articles in international journals including ‘Science’ and edited/authored 21 international books.
Juan Carlos Colmenares is a Full Professor at the Institute of Physical Chemistry of the Polish Academy of Sciences (IPC-PAS) in Poland. He is a Marie Skłodowska-Curie Fellow. He graduated from Warsaw University of Technology (1995) and obtained his MSc (1997) in Catalysis. He got his PhD (2004) in Chemistry from the same university. He then worked as a Postdoctoral Fellow at the University of Córdoba (2005–2006) in Professor Marinas’ group and later at the University of Southern California (2006–2009) in Professor George Olah’s (Nobel Prize in Chemistry) group. He received his habilitation (DSc) in 2015 from IPC-PAS. His interests range from materials science to biomass valorization, photocatalysis, and sonocatalysis.
Fernando Colmenares. I am a mechanical and aeronautical engineer from Warsaw University of Technology (Poland), with a master’s degree in engineering specializing in turbine and internal combustion engines. I improved my engineering project management skills at the EAN University in Colombia and obtained a PhD in engineering, specializing in energy systems and optimization, at Cranfield University, UK. My postdoctoral research in aerospace engineering at Cranfield broadened my knowledge. I am currently a postdoc in science diplomacy between the Kingdom of Belgium and the European Union and Colombia. Currently, I am CEO and Founder of the BERSTIC LATAM and Europe Network and CEO of the Engineering Research Institute of the Universidad Cooperativa de Colombia. My background reflects my dedication to engineering, research and innovation focused on power generation, simulation and modelling in the energy sector, aviation and multi-objective optimization for innovative-propulsion systems, currently with a notable focus on the hydrogen value chain and education.
Hemant Kumar Daima is an academician, scientist, and administrator. He is Associate Professor at the Central University of Rajasthan, India. Daima’s group is focused on the development of functional organic and inorganic nanomaterials for drug/gene delivery, biosensing, management of cancer, control of MDR bacteria, nanozyme activities and medical devices. His research has demonstrated the importance of surface functionalization in regulating nanomaterials exterior corona, which dictates nanomaterials interaction at nano–bio interface. His findings have revealed guiding principles involved in rational nanoparticle design strategies for biomedical applications. He is a member of numerous scientific/professional bodies, and recipient of several international fellowships/awards. He obtained his PhD from RMIT University, Melbourne, Australia.
My name is Allen Davis. I grew up in Baxter Springs, a small town 30 minutes south of Pittsburg. Since I was young, I have always wanted to be a scientist, with an initial interest in biology. However, when I entered high school, I discovered a lifelong fascination with chemistry. Due to both the proximity, and generous scholarships offered by Pittsburg State University, I went on to pursue my college education there. After graduating with a BS in polymer chemistry and a minor in biology, I sought a Masters degree in the same subject. This lead to the winter of 2023, where I was awarded a MS in polymer Chemistry, with honors.
Dr Dimitrios A. Giannakoudakis graduated as chemist and also obtained 2 MSc degrees from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (AUTh), Greece. He received his PhD at the City University of New York with full-scholarship (2017). He continued as postdoctoral researcher and adjunct tutor at the City College of New York, AUTh, and Institute of Physical Chemistry in Warsaw (IChF). Afterwards, he served at IChF as adj. Assistant Professor. Currently, he is research associate at AUTh. His research focuses on photo/thermo/sono-catalysis for biomass valorization, environmental, and energy applications and on design, functionalization, and physicochemical characterizations of nano-engineered materials/nanocomposites. He co-authored >125 articles (>4500 citations), 1 monograph, 6 edited-books, 17 chapters, and 4 patents. He is on the Editorial Boards of Molecular Catalysis (Elsevier), Carbon Research (Springer), and Sustainable Chemistry (MDPI) journals. DAG was included in the 2% top world most influential scientists for single years 2021 and 2022 (Stanford ranking-list). For more details visit: www.DaGchem.com.
Dr Ram Gupta is a Professor of Chemistry at Pittsburg State University (PSU). He is also serving as the Associate Vice-President for Research and Support at PSU. Director of Research at the National Institute for Materials Advancement (NIMA). Dr Gupta has been recently named by Stanford University as being among the top 2% of research scientists worldwide. Before joining Pittsburg State University, he worked as an Assistant Research Professor at Missouri State University, Springfield, MO then as a Senior Research Scientist at North Carolina A&T State University, Greensboro, NC. Dr Gupta’s research spans a range of subjects critical to current and future societal needs including: semiconducting materials & devices, biopolymers, flame-retardant polymers, green energy production & storage using nanostructured materials & conducting polymers, electrocatalysts, optoelectronics & photovoltaics devices, organic–inorganic heterojunctions for sensors, nanomagnetism, biocompatible nanofibers for tissue regeneration, scaffold & antibacterial applications, and bio-degradable metallic implants. Dr Gupta has published over 300 peer-reviewed journal articles, made over 450 national/international/regional presentations, chaired/organized many sessions at national/international meetings, wrote several book chapters (100+), worked as Editor for many books (50+) for American Chemical Society, CRC, Springer, Elsevier, etc., and received several million dollars for research and educational activities from external agencies. He is also serving as Editor, Associate Editor, Guest editor, and editorial board member for various journals.
Syed Shabhi Haider obtained his BS (Applied Physics) degree from NED University, Pakistan in 2017. He completed his MS (Applied Physics) from Ghulam Ishaq Khan Institute of Engineering Sciences and Technology, Pakistan in 2020. From 2020 to the present, he has been working as a PhD (Physics) researcher at Institute of Physics, PAS, Poland. His research is based on luminescence and mechanoluminescence (ML) properties of phosphor materials, including the designing of novel experimental techniques for analyzing the ML performance of ML-based stress sensor beneficial for industrial and medical applications. Moreover, his research interest also involves fabrication of energy storage and conversion devices.
Ms Nazo Haroon is currently pursuing her doctoral studies with a relentless dedication to academic excellence. Holding a stellar academic record, she has consistently achieved a perfect 4.0/4.0 GPA in two of her semesters of PhD coursework, a testament to her unwavering commitment to her field. As a passionate researcher, academician, and teacher, Ms Haroon has made substantial contributions to the realm of engineering education and research. Her contributions to academia and her remarkable teaching abilities make her a valuable asset to the field of engineering and education.
My name is Jeffrey Horinek. I am originally from Joplin, Missouri, where I graduated as valedictorian from McAuley Catholic High School in 2022. Following that, I chose to attend Pittsburg State University to major in both Polymer Chemistry and Plastics Engineering Technology. I am currently a rising sophomore at the University. Aside from my studies, I am involved in the Honors College at Pitt State. In addition to that, I am also heavily involved in undergraduate research at the National Institute for Materials Advancement.
Professor Dr Sam Hsien-Yi Hsu is an Associate Professor in the School of Energy and Environment at the City University of Hong Kong. He received his PhD degree under the supervision of Professor Kirk S. Schanze at the University of Florida. After that, he obtained the position of two-year postdoctoral fellows and research associate respectively under the supervision of Professor Allen J. Bard and Professor Edward T. Yu at the University of Texas at Austin. His current research interests mainly focus on systematic studies of interfacial dynamics and diverse applications of energy and environment, such as solar fuels, electrochemiluminescence, carbon neutrality, organic and inorganic optoelectronics, and waste-to-energy systems.
Xie Hui received the BS degree in mechanical engineering from Harbin University of Science and Technology, Harbin, China, in 2000 the MS and the PhD degrees in mechatronics engineering from Harbin Institute of Technology, Harbin, China, in 2002 and 2006, respectively. He is currently a Professor with the State Key Laboratory of Robotics and Systems, Harbin Institute of Technology. His current research interests include micro and nanorobotics, micro and nanomanipulation/characterization, bio-inspired small/soft robots and swimming micro and nanorobots.
Danish Hussain hold a PhD in Mechatronics Engineering. Dr Danish is an associate professor at the College of Electrical and Mechanical Engineering, National University of Sciences and Technology, Pakistan. He is engaged in the dynamic fields of Micro/Nano robotics, nanomaterials, mobile robotics, and the seamless integration of AI in robotics. His expertise spans designing Atomic Force Microscopy modules/scanning methods and robots, AI & Robotics, sensor design and development, nanomechanical characterization, robot motion and path planning, and micro/nano manipulation. He has more than 30 publications to his credit.
Zaibunisa Khan is a PhD scholar at University College London, a researcher in storage chemistry, specializing in sustainable energy storage systems. Building on her academic foundation with a master’s degree from Quaid-i-Azam University, Zaibunisa’s work includes electrode design and tailored battery architectures for enduring energy storage solutions. Her significant contributions are evident in key publications and her interdisciplinary approach showcases a commitment to advancing green technologies, positioning her as an established scholar at the intersection of materials science and sustainable energy storage.
See Woo Kim is a PhD candidate in the Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at Sogang University, under the supervision of Professor Jeong-Woo Choi. He obtained his BS (2023) from the Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at Sogang University. His current research is mainly focused on the development and characterization of brain organoid-based biohybrid robots composed of human-induced pluripotent stem cells, inorganic materials and nanomaterials for biomedical applications.
Paramita Koley is currently working as a post-doctoral research fellow with Professor Suresh Bhargava in the School of Science at RMIT University, Australia. She received her PhD from RMIT University in 2021. Previously, she worked as a post-doctoral research fellow in the School of Chemical Engineering at Monash University, Australia. Her main research interests include biomass conversion into biofuel and CO2 conversion into value-added chemicals over heterogeneous catalysts such as metal oxide, zeolites, metal–organic frameworks, and 3D printed catalysts.
Ranjith kumar Jakku received his PhD in Applied Chemistry from RMIT University, Australia, and completed his Master of Science in Chemistry at Osmania University, India. Currently, he is a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the Centre for Advanced Materials and Industrial Chemistry (CAMIC) at RMIT University, under the supervision of Professor Suresh K. Bhargava. His research interests include the design and development of small molecular fluorophores for chemosensing, as well as the preparation and characterization of organometallic complexes, particularly those containing gold, with a focus on their reactivity and medicinal applications.
Mamta Kumawat is an Assistant professor at JECRC University, Jaipur, India. She has completed her BSc and MSc from University of Mumbai, India and PhD from Amity University Rajasthan, Jaipur, India. She has gained expertise in the development of surface engineered metallic nanoparticles and enhancing their bio-medical applications. She has brief industrial experience too. She has published several high impact articles in the journals of international repute. Recently she has successfully attended a program by Japan Science and Technology Agency in University of Miyazaki, Miyazaki, Japan.
Dr Govind B. Nair is an NRF Y-rated Post-Doctoral researcher working in the Department of Physics, University of the Free State, Bloemfontein, South Africa under the supervision of Professor H. C. Swart from 2018. He obtained his Masters’ degree in Physics with two gold medals from R.T.M. Nagpur University, Nagpur in 2014, India, pursued his PhD from R.T.M. Nagpur University in 2018. He was awarded with INSPIRE Fellowship, by the Department of Science and Technology, India. He is credited with 48 research papers in SCOPUS-indexed journals with high repute. He published a reference book on the Fundamentals and Applications of Light-emitting diodes with Elsevier.
Jamal Abdul Nasir is currently a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at University College London, UK. He received his MSc and MPhil degree in Inorganic/Analytical Chemistry from Quaid-i-Azam University Islamabad Pakistan in 2014 and 2016 respectively. He joined the same institute as a PhD student in September 2016. He then started a 2nd PhD in computational chemistry under Professor Richard at University College London (UCL). Currently, he serves as a Postdoctoral Researcher within Professor Richard Catlow’s research group at UCL. His research interests are in the field of the chemistry of porous and complex materials, including those for applications in photocatalytic and energy/environmental areas, investigated by a combination of computational and experimental techniques.
P. N. Navya is currently a higher degree research candidate at RMIT University, Melbourne, Australia. Prior to this, she was working as assistant professor at Bannari Amman Institute of Technology, and Siddaganga Institute of Technology, India. She holds an MTech degree from Manipal University, India. Her research interest is in development of biocompatible nanoparticles with suitable functionalization for a range of biomedical applications. She has published several research papers in reputed journals and is a co-editor of three books published by Springer Nature.
Ruchika Ojha is a Vice-Chancellor’s Research Fellow in the School of Science at RMIT University. She is a Molecular Engineering Group leader at the Centre of Advanced Materials and Industrial Chemistry. Her research interests include synthesizing advanced materials such as gold and platinum anticancer agents, solution and solid-state electrochemical analysis, generation and stabilization of the metal complexes with rare oxidation states, activated carbon materials, hydrogen storage, and energy-storage systems.
Uzma Malik is currently working as a post-doctoral researcher under the supervision of Distinguished Professor Suresh K. Bhargava. Her research interests are in the area of surface-enhanced Raman scattering-based chemical sensing, photocatalysis, metal and semiconductor nanomaterials, carbon nanomaterials and additive manufacturing. She received her PhD in additive manufacturing based on recyclable SERS substrates from RMIT University. She received her MPhil and Bachelor of Science (Chemistry) from Punjab University, and she stood as a top-rank holder university-wide.
Parikshana Mathur obtained her BSc from JNVU, Jodhpur, followed by MSc and PhD from IIS deemed to be University, Jaipur, India. She secured a gold Medal for her master’s and has been trained at DRDO, Jodhpur. She is presently Assistant Professor at the Department of Biotechnology at Central University of Rajasthan, India. Her research work involves plant–microbe interaction, metabolomics, and nanoparticle synthesis. She is keen to venture into target specific drug delivery and biosensors for societal applications. She has published several research papers in reputed journals and 8 book chapters.
Dr Craig McBeth acquired his PhD at Leeds Beckett University (UK) in 2019. He is a member of the Royal Society of Chemistry and a Fellow with the Higher Education Academy. Prior to taking appointment as Lecturer for Teesside University (UK), Craig was part of several projects as a postdoctoral researcher, primarily focused on the development of novel electrochemical sensors (EPRSC), electrochemical manipulation of cancers (CRUK), nanomaterial classification (Horizon 2020), and synthesis of electrochemiluminescent carbon nanotube porins (EPRSC) across various higher education institutions within the UK. Current research continues to implement novelty with regards to electrochemical sensor design and synthesis, manipulation of various cell metabolisms through electrochemical control, exploring the potential for bioengineered strains of yeast and bacteria as potential electrical sources and carbon reductants, and various other bioelectrochemical projects.
Ambrose Ashwin Melvin is a Brain Pool Fellow in the Department of Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering at Sogang University, South Korea. He received his PhD from Savitribai Phule Pune University, India (2013). He worked at Bordeaux University, Ben Gurion University of the Negev and the Polish Academy of Sciences as a postdoctoral fellow (2015–2022). His research mainly focuses on the synthesis of photoactive materials.
Akhtar Munir is currently working as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemistry, at Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad, Pakistan. He completed his PhD in 2020 under the supervision of Professor Dr Irshad Hussain in the Department of Chemistry & Chemical Engineering at SBA School of Science & Engineering (SBASSE), Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS), Lahore, Pakistan. He received his MSc and MPhil in Ana/Inorg Chemistry from Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad during 2012–2016. Dr Munir is interested in the chemical aspects of energy and sustainability. His research focused on the synthesis of transition metal nanoclusters (NCs, size ≈ 2 nm), their alloys and surface assembling on various conducting supports for electro-assisted water splitting.
Mr Abdul Qayyum obtained MSc and MPhil degrees in Chemistry from University of Agriculture, Faisalabad, Pakistan. Currently he is PhD candidate at the Institute of Physical Chemistry in Warsaw, Poland, under the supervision of Professor Dr Eng. Juan Carlos Colmenares. His research work focus on the synthesis of nanomaterials, characterizations, biomass valorization, heterogeneous catalysis, sonochemistry, flow chemistry and natural products.
As a dedicated Postdoctoral Fellow at Shenzhen University, Bareera Raza focuses on pioneering advancements in rechargeable energy storage systems, particularly in the realm of non-aqueous electrolyte systems for zinc ion batteries. With a primary goal of developing safe, efficient, and high-current-capable electrolyte solutions, Bareera Raza conducts cutting-edge research aimed at pushing the boundaries of battery technology. Bareera Raza is instrumental in the synthesis of energy-dense, high-voltage cathodes that prioritize compatibility within battery systems. Their work revolves around crafting cathode materials that optimize energy density while ensuring seamless integration with the overall battery architecture. Additionally, Bareera Raza employs a multidisciplinary approach, leveraging a diverse array of battery testing and characterization techniques. Through meticulous design, testing, and analysis, Bareera delves into the intricate chemistry of zinc ion batteries, unraveling insights critical for enhancing battery performance and durability. Driven by a passion for innovation, Bareera Raza stands at the forefront of research, contributing significantly to the development of next-generation rechargeable energy storage systems, shaping the landscape of sustainable energy technologies.
Muhammad Rehan completed his Bachelor’s degree in Mechatronics Engineering from Air University, Islamabad, Pakistan in 2020. He completed his MS degree in Mechatronics Engineering from the College of Electrical and Mechanical Engineering, National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST), Islamabad, Pakistan in 2022. Currently, He is working as a Research Assistant at the Micro/Nano Robotic Technologies Lab, NUST College of Electrical and Mechanical Engineering, Rawalpindi, Pakistan.
Masood Ur Rehman received the BE degree in electrical engineering from Air University, Islamabad, Pakistan, in 2011, and the MS degree in electrical engineering from the National University of Sciences and Technology, Islamabad. He is currently pursuing a PhD degree, and his research is focused on the development of MEMS sensors and actuators for soft robotics.
Ziaur Rehman is working as a Professor at Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad, Pakistan. His group is involved in the synthesis of new materials for biomedical, clean energy production and storage, and environmental applications. He has published 150 research articles in various journals of international repute, and is a co-author of a book entitled “DNA Binding and DNA Extraction: Methods, Applications, and Limitations.” In his short academic career, 13 PhD and 42 MPhil students obtained their degrees in his direction. His teaching and research efforts have been recognized by the Dr Abus Salam Award from TWAS and the Pakistan Academy of Sciences (PAS), the Dr Atta-ur-Rahman Gold Medal (PAS), and the CSP Gold Medal (The Chemical Society of Pakistan). He is a young member of the PAS and International Committee Member of ACCC. He won a grant of 3 billion/PKR to establish the Dr A. Q. Khan Institute of Materials and Emerging Sciences.
Joel Saji holds a MSc from Amity University Rajasthan, India where he secured a gold medal for academic excellence. Presently, he serves as a Project Associate at Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) at Indian Institute of Toxicology Research (IITR), Lucknow, India. His research focuses on the proficient development and integration of advanced biomaterials for tissue engineering and microfabrication techniques. This specialized work aims to create innovative bio-adhesives/sealants for wound healing and hydrogels for effective waste remediation. His prospective research interests lie in the investigation of emerging nanomaterials and polymers for environmental and biomedical applications.
Anamika Saini is a PhD candidate at RMIT University and Melbourne University through a collaborative initiative. She holds masters’ degree from Amity University Rajasthan, India. She has completed her internship at Institute of Nano Science and Technology (INST), India. With her expertise in multidisciplinary fields, she is currently focused on the intersection of Immunology and Nanotechnology for translational research. Specifically, she specializes in optimizing nano-vaccine formulations to enhance efficacy and safety. Her work holds promise for revolutionizing vaccine development, showcasing a commitment to scientific excellence and a passion for addressing present global health challenges.
Periasamy Selvakannan has been working as a Research Fellow with Distinguished Professor Suresh K. Bhargava at RMIT University. His major fields of interest are CO2 utilisation, methane activation, endothermic fuels for high-speed flight vehicles, surface-enhanced Raman scattering and additive manufacturing in catalysis. His research articles received more than 6000 citations and has an h-index of 42. Prior to this, he worked as a Research Fellow at the University of Paris-Sud, France (2007–2009), and as a Research Scientist at the Innovation Centre, Tata Chemicals Ltd, India (2005–2007). He received his PhD (2005) from the National Chemical Laboratory (University of Pune), India.
Umair Shamraiz, a distinguished researcher in multifunctional electro-catalysts for energy storage and conversion, has spearheaded groundbreaking advancements in the field. Specializing in metal oxide-based palladium/rGO electro-catalysts and α-CoOOH doped with transition metals, Umair has significantly contributed to the development of direct liquid fuel cells and facilitated oxygen evolution through water splitting methodologies. Currently serving as a George Forster Postdoctoral Fellow at the esteemed Technical University of Darmstadt, Umair’s pioneering work focuses on investigating novel avenues such as In2S3 and Ag-based thiospinels/tellurospinels for water splitting, pushing the boundaries of sustainable energy technologies. Driven by a vision for the future, Umair’s aspirations include pioneering efforts in synthesizing electrolytes tailored for Mg-ion batteries and innovating catalysts that will revolutionize energy storage paradigms. With an unwavering commitment to scientific excellence, Umair Shamraiz continues to lead the charge in advancing the frontiers of electro-catalysis for a more sustainable energy landscape.
Ragini Singh received her PhD degree in 2018 from University of Ahmedabad, India. Currently, she is working as Associate Professor in K.L. deemed to be University, Guntur, India. Her current research interest includes synthesis of nanomaterials and establishing their applications in therapeutic and biosensing purposes. She is a lifetime member of the Materials Research Society of India (MRSI), Indian Society of Nanomedicine, and a senior member of IEEE society. Dr Singh is the active reviewer of MDPI, 3 Biotech, Biosensors and Bioelectronics, IEEE sensors journal, and Biomedical Optics Express.
Andrzej Suchocki graduated from the Physics Department of Warsaw University (Poland) in 1978. He obtained a PhD degree from the Institute of Physics of the Polish Academy of Sciences in 1984. He had a post-doctoral research associate position at Oklahoma State University in Stillwater, OK, USA in 1985–1987. Afterward, he was employed in the Institute of Physics of the Polish Academy of Sciences in Warsaw, where currently he holds a professor position from 2002. Between 2007 and 2021 he was also a professor at the Kazimierz Wielki University in Bydgoszcz, Poland. His research interests cover the field of optical spectroscopy of condensed matter, spectroscopy under high pressures, nonlinear optics, and nanomaterials.
Dr Hanggara Sudrajat is a Tenured Researcher at the National Research and Innovation Agency of Indonesia. He graduated cum laude in Chemistry (2008) and Chemical Engineering (2011) from Universitas Gadjah Mada. He got his PhD in Catalysis from Thammasat University (2016) with research project completed at the University of Tokyo. He received Best Doctoral Thesis Award in Science and Technology. Later he moved to Kobe University as a JSPS Postdoctoral Fellow. After a short stint at Technische Universiteit Eindhoven, he moved to Institute of Physical Chemistry of the Polish Academy of Sciences as a NAWA Postdoctoral Fellow. His research interests include charge carrier-based catalysis and advanced spectroscopy.
Prof. Hendrik C. Swart is a B1 NRF rated researcher (Internationally acclaimed researchers) and currently a senior professor in the Department of Physics at the University of the Free State. He brought luminescence materials to South Africa in the beginning of 1996 after a highly productive sabbatical spend in the lab of Paul Holloway, Florida University, Gainesville. This laid the foundation for his subsequent research at the UFS and was one of the most exhilarating times of his academic career. Since than he has led research in the degradation of phosphors for field emission displays, as well as developing materials for nano solid-state lighting. He has been key in the development of processes to synthesise and deposit thin films of various types of semiconductor nano-particles, which will enhance the colour, luminescent intensity and lifetime of such displays. His research led to the establishment of a strong group working on luminescent materials and to the establishment of several smaller groups all over South Africa. He has more than 830 publications in international peer reviewed journals, 120 peer reviewed conference proceedings and editor/author or co-editor/author of 80 book chapters and or books with more than 21 100 cited author references, H-index of 62, i10 index of 529 on google scholar (51 and 428 since 2018) and more than 730 national and international conference contributions (authored and co-authored).
Dr Sumedha Tamboli is a Post-Doctoral researcher working in the Department of Physics, University of the Free State, Bloemfontein, South Africa under the supervision of Professor H. C. Swart from 2022. She obtained her Masters’ degree in Physics from R.T.M. Nagpur University, Nagpur in 2014, India. She pursued her PhD from R.T.M. Nagpur University under the guidance of Professor S. J. Dhoble in 2019. She has published 26 research papers in SCOPUS-indexed journals. Her research interest includes inorganic phosphors for optical thermometry, W-LEDs, solar cell, and TL dosimetry.
Akhela Umapathi is working as Assistant Professor at Acharya Institute of Technology, Bengaluru, India. She has completed her MRes from Newcastle University, United Kingdom, and PhD from Amity University Rajasthan, Jaipur, India. She has expertise in rational designing of metal nanostructures with special emphasis on physicochemical properties, customizing nanomaterials for antimicrobial potential, nanozyme activities, and selective anticancer properties. She has extended her research into developing formulations for cosmo-pharmaceutical properties. She is interested in translating her research into societally impactful products. Akhela has published over 15 articles, and she is a reviewer for Springer Nature, Elsevier, and Taylor & Francis.
Uzair Khaleeq uz Zaman is an associate professor at the College of Electrical and Mechanical Engineering, National University of Sciences and Technology, Pakistan. Dr Zaman has a PhD in industrial engineering from Arts et Métiers Institute of Technology, France, and carries a blend of experience in academia and the industry. In the industry, he has eight years’ worth of experience in operations, product development, and project management. As part of academic career, Dr Zaman has taught multiple courses along with postgraduate research at Beihang University (China), Georgia Tech (France), Arts et Métiers Institute of Technology (France), and University of Lorraine (France). His research interests lie in integrated product process design, manufacturing system design, optimization and decision-making of production systems, additive manufacturing, nano/micro manufacturing, design of experiments, product life cycle assessment, and robotic and navigation systems.
Asma Aamir is an Assistant Professor in University of Buner, Khyber pakhtoonkhwa, Pakistan. She did her MPhil in Inorganic chemistry in computational studies from the University of Malakand, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa with research. She has completed her PhD from Quaid e Azam University Islamabad, Pakistan under the supervision of Dr Ziaur Rehman. Her research is focused on the synthesis, characterization and energy storage applications of metal oxides.
