Dr. Samim Khan | Crystallography | Young Scientist Award

Dr. Samim Khan | Crystallography | Young Scientist Award

Dr. Samim Khan, École Normale Supérieure – PSL University, France

🎓 Dr. Samim Khan is a postdoctoral fellow at the Institut des Matériaux Poreux de Paris (IMAP), Ecole Normale Supérieure, ESPCI Paris, PSL University, where he focuses on Metal-Organic Frameworks (MOFs) for energy and environmental applications. He earned his PhD in Chemistry from Jadavpur University, India, specializing in copper complexes and crystallography. His research spans MOFs, gas sorption, smart materials, and photochemistry. Dr. Khan’s work has garnered international recognition, including awards for his innovative contributions to crystal engineering and MOFs. An avid researcher, he blends synthesis, crystallography, and functional applications to create groundbreaking materials. 🌟

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Suitability for the Young Scientist Award:

Dr. Samim Khan stands out as an exemplary candidate for the Young Scientist Award due to his significant contributions to the field of material science, particularly in Metal-Organic Frameworks (MOFs) and Porous Coordination Polymers (PCPs). His work focuses on addressing global challenges related to energy and environmental sustainability, making him highly relevant for this award.

Education and Experience 

  • 🎓 PhD in Chemistry: Jadavpur University, India (2015–2019)
    Thesis on Copper Complexes and Crystallography
  • 🎓 Integrated MSc in Chemistry: Aliah University, India (2010–2015)
    Thesis on Copper Complexes with Schiff Base Ligands
  • 👨‍🔬 Postdoctoral Fellow: IMAP, ENS Paris, France (2023–ongoing)
    Research on MOFs, Water Harvesting, Gas Adsorption, Energy Applications
  • 🧪 CSIR Research Associate: Aliah University, India (2019–2022)
    Flexible MOFs, On-Demand Gas Storage, Photoactuators

Professional Development

🌍 Dr. Khan’s professional journey reflects a deep commitment to advancing material science. His expertise includes MOF synthesis, gas adsorption studies, and photoactuators. He has honed his crystallography skills through advanced synchrotron techniques 🕵️‍♂️ and proficiency in software like SHELXTL and Diamond 💻. Skilled in diverse instrumentation, he excels in Single Crystal XRD, SEM, and FTIR 📊. With experience in laboratory management and Schlenk techniques, Dr. Khan ensures safety and quality control ⚙️. His dedication to MOF applications in energy, sensing, and catalysis highlights his forward-looking approach to addressing global challenges. 🌱

Research Focus 

🔬 Dr. Khan’s research centers on Metal-Organic Frameworks (MOFs) and Porous Coordination Polymers (PCPs). His work explores MOFs for water harvesting, gas sorption, and catalysis 🌫️, with applications in energy and environmental sustainability 🌍. He is passionate about bioMOFs and cocrystals for sensing and smart material innovation 💡. With a focus on photochemistry, he investigates light-driven mechanical motion and photoactuators 🌞. His expertise extends to supramolecular chemistry, enabling cutting-edge designs in electrical conductivity and dynamic materials ⚡. Dr. Khan’s multidisciplinary approach drives impactful discoveries in crystal engineering and advanced materials. 🧩

Awards and Honors 

  • 🏅 Postdoctoral Fellowship: IMAP, ENS Paris, France (2023)
  • 🎖️ Research Associate Fellowship: SERB, India (2023)
  • 🥇 Best Poster Award: 16th AsCA Conference, Singapore (2019)
  • ✈️ CSIR Travel Grant: To attend AsCA 2019, Singapore (2019)
  • 📜 PhD Research Fellowship: UGC, India (2015)
  • 🌟 Swami Vivekananda Merit Scholarship: Govt. of West Bengal (2013)
  • 📚 School Merit Award: Top rank in 10th Standard, Narayanpur High School (2008)

Publication Top Notes:

  • “A semiconducting copper (II) coordination polymer with (4, 4) square grid topology: Synthesis, characterization, and application in the formation of a photoswitch” –  Cited by: 60  🧑‍🔬🔬
  • “Observation of π-hole interactions in the solid-state structures of three new copper (II) complexes with a tetradentate N4 donor Schiff base: Exploration of their cytotoxicity” – Cited by: 45  🔬🧪
  • “Impact of solid-state photochemical [2+ 2] cycloaddition on coordination polymers for diverse applications” – Cited by: 44  ⚛️📘
  • “Mechanical motion in crystals triggered by solid state photochemical [2+ 2] cycloaddition reaction” –  Cited by: 39 🏗️💡
  • “Photodimerization of a 1D ladder polymer through single-crystal to single-crystal transformation has an effect on electrical conductivity” – Cited by: 37 📐🔌

Dr. Hector Pesenti | crystallography Awards | Innovative Nanomaterials Research Award

Dr. Hector Pesenti | crystallography Awards | Innovative Nanomaterials Research Award

Dr. Hector Pesenti , Universidad Catolica de Temuco , Chile 

Hector Pesenti is a seasoned academic and researcher with extensive expertise in materials engineering and metallurgy. He currently serves as a Professor at the Faculty of Engineering at the Afro-American University of Central Africa in Equatorial Guinea, where he imparts knowledge in Materials Science, Engineering, and Thermodynamics. Prior to this role, Hector held positions of Associate Professor at the Catholic University of Temuco in Chile and Professor at the Materials Institute of the Austral University of Chile. His academic journey includes a PhD in Materials Engineering from the University of Trento, Italy, focusing on the re-engineering of natural materials for biomedical applications using advanced characterization techniques like X-ray Diffraction. Hector’s research spans X-ray scattering, thermo-mechanical effects on material ultrastructure, and the application of materials science in various industrial sectors. He is also skilled in quality management systems, having completed a Master’s in Integral Quality Management System at the Universidad de La Frontera in Temuco, Chile. Hector’s dedication to research, teaching, and leadership underscores his commitment to advancing both academic knowledge and industrial applications in materials engineering.

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🎓Education:

Hector Pesenti is a distinguished academic and researcher specializing in materials engineering and metallurgy. He earned his PhD in Materials Engineering from the University of Trento, Italy, where his research focused on the re-engineering of natural materials for biomedical applications, utilizing advanced techniques such as X-ray Diffraction.

🏢Work Experience:

Prior to his current role as a Professor at the Faculty of Engineering at the Afro-American University of Central Africa in Equatorial Guinea, Hector held significant academic positions. He served as an Associate Professor at the Catholic University of Temuco in Chile and as a Professor at the Materials Institute of the Austral University of Chile.

Publication Top Notes:

  1. Title: XRD line profile analysis of calcite powders produced by high energy milling
    • Cited By: 42
  2. Title: Carbonate-β-cyclodextrin-based nanosponge as a nanoencapsulation system for piperine: physicochemical characterization
    • Cited By: 36
  3. Title: Obtaining Nanoparticles of Chilean Natural Zeolite and its Ion Exchange with Copper Salt (Cu2+) for Antibacterial Applications
    • Cited By: 26
  4. Title: Chemical analysis and cellulose crystallinity of thermally modified Eucalyptus nitens wood from open and closed reactor systems using FTIR and X-ray …
    • Cited By: 26
  5. Title: Microstructure homogeneity of milled aluminum A356–Si3N4 metal matrix composite powders
    • Cited By: 23