Dr. Sara Mahshid | Nanobiosensing Awards | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Sara Mahshid | Nanobiosensing Awards | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Sara Mahshid, McGill University, Canada

Sara Mahshid is an accomplished scholar and researcher in the field of Materials Science & Engineering. Holding a PhD from Sharif University of Technology, Tehran, Iran, she has held academic positions at prestigious institutions including McGill University and the University of Toronto, where she contributed significantly to interdisciplinary research in bioengineering, physics, and human genetics. Mahshid’s professional affiliations include membership in various research initiatives and institutes, such as McGill Interdisciplinary Initiative in Infection and Immunity and McGill Sustainability Systems Initiative. Her dedication and contributions have been recognized through numerous awards, including the Tech Accel IR Award and the MI4-PFizer Early Career Investigator Award. She holds the prestigious Canada Research Chair Tier 2, demonstrating her exceptional contributions to the field.

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📚 Education:

Dr. Sara Mahshid’s academic journey is marked by a strong foundation and a relentless pursuit of excellence in materials science and engineering. She obtained her PhD in Materials Science & Engineering from Sharif University of Technology in Tehran, Iran, where she delved deep into the intricacies of the field from 2006 to 2011. Prior to her doctoral studies, she completed her M.Sc. in Materials Science & Engineering at the same institution from 2003 to 2005, honing her expertise in the subject. Dr. Mahshid commenced her academic journey with a B.Sc. in Materials Engineering from Iran University of Science and Technology, Tehran, Iran, spanning from 1999 to 2003. These formative years laid the groundwork for her illustrious career, shaping her into the accomplished researcher and educator she is today.

🔬 Professional Affiliations:

Dr. Sara Mahshid’s professional affiliations underscore her commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration and research excellence. Since 2017, she has been an Associate Member of the Department of Biomedical Engineering at McGill University, actively contributing to the university’s academic community. Dr. Mahshid’s dedication to addressing pressing global challenges is evident through her memberships in various initiatives and centers, including the McGill Interdisciplinary Initiative in Infection and Immunity (Mi4) since 2019, the McGill Sustainability Systems Initiative (MSSI) since 2018, and the Trottier Institute for Sustainability in Engineering and Design (TISED) since 2018. Notably, her involvement in the Division of Experimental Medicine since 2022 and the Center of Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) since 2020 reflects her ongoing commitment to advancing research in critical areas of healthcare and sustainability. These affiliations showcase Dr. Mahshid’s multidisciplinary approach and her contributions to fostering innovative solutions to complex societal challenges.

🏆 Awards and Distinctions:

Dr. Sara Mahshid’s impressive track record of accolades and recognitions underscores her outstanding contributions to research and innovation. Her recent achievements include receiving the Tech Accel IR Award in Engineering from McGill University in 2024 and the MI4-PFizer Early Career Investigator Award in 2023, highlighting her significant impact in her field. Dr. Mahshid’s innovative work has also been recognized through multiple awards from The McGill Innovation Fund in both 2023 and 2022, as well as the prestigious MI4 Innovation Prize for securing first place in the McGill Clinical Innovation Competition in 2022. Her potential as an emerging leader in engineering was further acknowledged through her nomination for the Principal’s Prize for Outstanding Emerging Researchers in 2022 and the receipt of the William and Rhea Seath Awards in Engineering Innovation in the same year. Notably, Dr. Mahshid’s excellence has been acknowledged on an international scale, evidenced by her receipt of the Canada Research Chair- Tier 2 from CIHR in 2021.

Publication Top Notes:

  1. “Synthesis of TiO2 nanoparticles by hydrolysis and peptization of titanium isopropoxide solution”
    • Authors: S Mahshid, M Askari, MS Ghamsari
    • Journal: Journal of Materials Processing Technology, 2007
    • Cited by: 587
  2. “Electrochemical sensors and biosensors based on the use of polyaniline and its nanocomposites: A review on recent advances”
    • Authors: N Shoaie, M Daneshpour, M Azimzadeh, S Mahshid, SM Khoshfetrat, …
    • Journal: Microchimica Acta, 2019
    • Cited by: 169
  3. “Are plasmonic optical biosensors ready for use in point-of-need applications?”
    • Authors: J Liu, M Jalali, S Mahshid, S Wachsmann-Hogiu
    • Journal: Analyst, 2020
    • Cited by: 158
  4. “Mixed-phase TiO2 nanoparticles preparation using sol–gel method”
    • Authors: S Mahshid, M Askari, MS Ghamsari, N Afshar, S Lahuti
    • Journal: Journal of Alloys and Compounds, 2009
    • Cited by: 132
  5. “A review on recent advancements in electrochemical biosensing using carbonaceous nanomaterials”
    • Authors: A Sanati, M Jalali, K Raeissi, F Karimzadeh, M Kharaziha, SS Mahshid, …
    • Journal: Microchimica Acta, 2019
    • Cited by: 131

 

 

 

Ms. Ira Simionov | Nanomaterials in biotic components Award | Best Researcher Award

Ms. Ira Simionov | Nanomaterials in biotic components Award | Best Researcher Award

Ms. Ira Simionov, Dunarea de Jos University of Galati, Romania

Dr. Ira Simionov is an accomplished Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Food Science and Engineering, “Dunărea de Jos” University of Galați, Romania, specializing in aquaculture, fisheries, and environmental monitoring. With a Ph.D. in Food Science and Engineering, she has extensive experience in research and project management, including roles in international projects focusing on aquatic ecosystem restoration and aquaculture sustainability. Her expertise encompasses evaluating contaminants in aquatic environments, implementing ecological intensification practices, and integrating soft skills in higher education for water management. Dr. Simionov’s commitment to advancing knowledge in these areas is exemplified by her multifaceted contributions to academia and research. 🎣🔬

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🎓 Education:

Dr. Ira Simionov completed her Bachelor of Engineering in Husbandry from Universitatea de Ştiinţe Agricole şi Medicină Veterinară Ion Ionescu de la Brad din Iaşi in 2013. She pursued her Master’s degree in the same field from the same university from 2013 to 2015. Later, she obtained her PhD in Food Science and Engineering from “Dunarea de Jos” University of Galati in December 2019.

🔬 Research Experience:

Dr. Simionov has a rich research background, with her work spanning various areas including aquaculture, fisheries, food science, environmental monitoring, and water quality assessment. She has been involved in multiple national and international projects focusing on topics such as aquatic ecosystem restoration, emerging contaminants evaluation, and hydroclimate change impacts on aquatic life. Notably, she has contributed significantly to projects like Restore4Life, EISACAM, and ResPonSE, among others.

👩‍🏫 Teaching Experience:

In her current role as an Assistant Professor at “Dunărea de Jos” University of Galați, Dr. Simionov is actively engaged in teaching and research activities within the Faculty of Food Science and Engineering. Her teaching duties primarily revolve around aquaculture, fisheries, food science, environmental monitoring, and water quality assessment. She is committed to imparting knowledge and fostering research skills among students in these crucial fields.

🌱 Project Management:

Dr. Simionov has demonstrated strong project management skills, overseeing various international and national projects. She has managed projects related to ecological intensification, soft skills integration in higher education, and the influence of hydroclimate changes on aquatic ecosystems. Her responsibilities have included project coordination, research activities, and technological transfer, showcasing her ability to lead interdisciplinary teams towards achieving project objectives.

Publication Top Notes:

  1. Human health risk assessment of potentially toxic elements and microplastics accumulation in products from the Danube River Basin fish market
    • Published in Environmental Toxicology and Pharmacology in 2023.
    • Cited by 3 articles.
  2. Effects of Single and Combined Ciprofloxacin and Lead Treatments on Zebrafish Behavior, Oxidative Stress, and Elements Content
    • Published in the International Journal of Molecular Sciences in 2023.
    • Cited by 5 articles.
  3. An Analytical Framework on Utilizing Various Integrated Multi-Trophic Scenarios for Basil Production
    • Published in Plants in 2023.
    • Cited by 2 articles.
  4. Effects of cooking methods and co-ingested foods on mercury bioaccessibility in pontic shad (Alosa immaculata)
    • Published in Current Research in Food Science in 2023.
    • Cited by 1 article.
  5. Renewable energy strategy analysis in relation to environmental pollution for BRICS, G7, and EU countries by using a machine learning framework and panel data analysis
    • Published in Frontiers in Environmental Science in 2022.
    • Cited by 1 article.