Naresh Varnakavi | Biosensors | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Naresh Varnakavi | Biosensors | Best Researcher Award

Kookmin University | South Korea

Dr. V. Naresh is a Visiting Research Scientist at the Photonics Laboratory, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, University of Washington, Seattle, where he collaborates with Prof. Lih Y. Lin on the development of advanced photonic and optoelectronic materials. He earned his Ph.D. in Physics from Sri Venkateswara University, Tirupati, where his doctoral research explored dielectric, magnetic, and luminescent properties of rare-earth and transition metal-doped glasses. He also holds master’s and bachelor’s degrees in Physics and Mathematics from Sri Venkateswara University and Andhra Loyola College. Over the course of his career, Dr. Naresh has conducted postdoctoral research at Kookmin University in South Korea, the Chinese Academy of Sciences in Fuzhou, and the Gwangju Institute of Science and Technology, gaining extensive expertise in nanomaterials, perovskite quantum dots, scintillators, and rare-earth phosphors. His research interests span the synthesis and compositional engineering of perovskite nanocrystals, development of lead-free perovskites and double perovskites, luminescent phosphors, and up-conversion nanoparticles. These materials are studied for their potential in energy-efficient lighting, X-ray scintillators, laser devices, photocatalysis, biosensors, and anti-counterfeiting applications. He is proficient in a wide range of advanced synthesis techniques and characterization tools, including electron microscopy, X-ray diffraction, optical spectroscopy, and dielectric measurements. Dr. Naresh has authored numerous high-impact publications and his work has been widely cited, including a highly regarded review on nanostructured biosensors. In addition, he is a co-inventor of a U.S. patent on exciton-polariton metasurfaces. Through his innovative research, he continues to contribute to the advancement of materials for next-generation photonic, electronic, and biomedical technologies.

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Featured Publications

  • Naresh, V., Lee, N. (2021). A review on biosensors and recent development of nanostructured materials-enabled biosensors. Sensors, 21(4), 1109.

  • Naresh, V., Lee, N. (2020). Zn (II)-doped cesium lead halide perovskite nanocrystals with high quantum yield and wide color tunability for color-conversion light-emitting displays. ACS Applied Nano Materials, 3(8), 7621–7632.

  • Naresh, V., Kim, B.H., Lee, N. (2021). Synthesis of CsPbX3 (X = Cl/Br, Br, and Br/I)@SiO2/PMMA composite films as color-conversion materials for achieving tunable multi-color and white light emission. Nano Research, 14(4), 1187–1194.

  • Naresh, V., Cha, P.R., Lee, N. (2024). Cs2NaGdCl6:Tb3+─A highly luminescent rare-earth double perovskite scintillator for low-dose X-ray detection and imaging. ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces, 16(15), 19068–19080.

  • Naresh, V., Lee, N. (2021). Dy3+/Pr3+ co-doped fluoro-borosilicate glasses: energy transfer induced color-tunable luminescence. Materials Research Bulletin, 142, 111381.

  • Naresh, V., Singh, S., Soh, H., Lee, J., Lee, N. (2023). Dual-phase CsPbBr3–CsPb2Br5 perovskite scintillator for sensitive X-ray detection and imaging. Materials Today Nano, 23, 100364.

  • Naresh, V., Cho, M.K., Cha, P.R., Lee, N. (2023). Polar-solvent-free sonochemical synthesis of Mn(II)-doped CsPbCl3 perovskite nanocrystals for dual-color emission. ACS Applied Nano Materials, 6(6), 4693–4706.

  • Naresh, V., Adusumalli, V., Park, Y.I., Lee, N. (2022). NIR triggered NaYF4:Yb3+, Tm3+@NaYF4/CsPb(Br1-x/Ix)3 composite for up-converted white-light emission and dual-model anti-counterfeiting applications. Materials Today Chemistry, 23, 100752.

Laure Bellec | Aquatic Ecotoxicology | Best Researcher Award

Dr . Laure Bellec: Aquatic Ecotoxicology

Dr. Laure Bellec, a dedicated female researcher, holds a PhD and serves as an Assistant Professor at the University of Bordeaux. Specializing in Aquatic Microbiology, she navigates the intricate ecosystems of waterborne microorganisms. Dr. Bellec’s passion lies in unraveling the mysteries of aquatic microbial life, contributing valuable insights to environmental science. Her research not only advances our understanding of microbial dynamics but also holds implications for water quality and ecological balance. As an influential figure in academia, Dr. Bellec continues to inspire students and fellow researchers alike in her pursuit of unraveling the secrets hidden within aquatic microcosms. 🌊🔬👩‍🔬

Education:

B.Sc. in Pure Chemistry Azarbaijan Teacher Training University, Tabriz, Iran (September 2003). M.Sc. in Organic Chemistry Shahid Beheshti University, Tehran, Iran (Supervisor Prof. Ahmad Shaabani) (September 2005).

Thesis:

Oxidation of sulfides to sulfoxides or sulfones with hydrogen peroxide in the presence of silica sulfuric acid at room temperature. Synthesis of metallophthalocyanines in tetramethy lguanidinium trifluoroacetate under classical heating conditions and microwave irradiation. Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry Shahid Beheshti University, Tehran, Iran (Supervisor Prof. Ahmad Shaabani) (January 2010). Synthesis of 3,4-dihydrocoumarins and 1,5-benzodiazepines via Meldrum’s acid and isocyanide based multicomponent reactions.

Research Interests: Nanobiotechnology 🌐🔬

Synthesis, surface modification, functionalization, and conjugation of nanostructures for diagnosing diseases and environmental pollution. Synthesis and evaluation of polymeric and nanocomposites nanocarriers for controlled release of drugs.

Awards: 🏆

Distinguished student of Shahid Beheshti University 2009. Distinguished Student of Iran Universities 2010. Best Lecturer in Organic Chemistry Conference in 2009. Member of the Young Researchers and Elite Club. Member of the Iranian Chemical and Chemical Engineering Society. Distinguished Researcher of Life Science Engineering Department of Faculty in 2015.

PhD Students Supervised:

PhD Dissertation: Megalin-mediated targeted gene delivery of PEI-oligocation conjugates as vectors into megalin expressing cells (2012). Student: Fatemeh Oroojalian. PhD Dissertation: Design and synthesis of magnetic system based Fe3O4@ZnO core–shell Glyconanoparticles for detection and removal of pathogen from contaminated water (2013). Student: Javad Malekotikhah.

Professional Profiles:

The impact of her research is evident in citation metrics and indices from Google Scholar:

  • Cited by: All – 2990.
  • Citations – 2461.
  • h-index – 32.
  • Documents – 103.

A prolific researcher making meaningful contributions to the academic world!

Research Focus:

Prof. Ali Hossein Rezayan, a distinguished researcher based in Iran, has significantly contributed to the field of organic chemistry, particularly in the realm of isocyanide-based multicomponent reactions. With a remarkable citation count of 228, their work, spanning from 2006 to 2018, showcases pioneering advancements. The research encompasses diverse areas, including the selective oxidation of sulfides using silica sulfuric acid, novel one-pot three- and pseudo-five-component reactions for synthesizing functionalized benzo[g]- and dihydropyrano[2,3-g]chromene derivatives, and the development of isocyanide-based four-component reactions leading to fully substituted 3,4-dihydrocoumarin derivatives.

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Ali Hossein Rezayan | Nanobiosensors | Best Researcher Award

Prof . Ali Hossein Rezayan: Nanobiosensors

Prof . Ali Hossein Rezayan, a distinguished figure in the realm of organic chemistry and nanobiotechnology, Prof. Ali Hossein Rezayan’s academic journey began with a B.Sc. in Pure Chemistry from Azarbaijan Teacher Training University in 2003. He furthered his studies with an M.Sc. and a Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry from Shahid Beheshti University under the mentorship of Prof. Ahmad Shaabani. Prof. Rezayan’s research revolves around nanobiosensors and drug delivery systems, focusing on the synthesis, modification, and functionalization of nanostructures. His extensive work includes innovative approaches to diagnose diseases and combat environmental pollution, along with the evaluation of polymeric and nanocomposite nanocarriers for controlled drug release.

Education:

B.Sc. in Pure Chemistry Azarbaijan Teacher Training University, Tabriz, Iran (September 2003). M.Sc. in Organic Chemistry Shahid Beheshti University, Tehran, Iran (Supervisor Prof. Ahmad Shaabani) (September 2005).

Thesis:

Oxidation of sulfides to sulfoxides or sulfones with hydrogen peroxide in the presence of silica sulfuric acid at room temperature. Synthesis of metallophthalocyanines in tetramethy lguanidinium trifluoroacetate under classical heating conditions and microwave irradiation. Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry Shahid Beheshti University, Tehran, Iran (Supervisor Prof. Ahmad Shaabani) (January 2010). Synthesis of 3,4-dihydrocoumarins and 1,5-benzodiazepines via Meldrum’s acid and isocyanide based multicomponent reactions.

Research Interests: Nanobiotechnology 🌐🔬

Synthesis, surface modification, functionalization, and conjugation of nanostructures for diagnosing diseases and environmental pollution. Synthesis and evaluation of polymeric and nanocomposites nanocarriers for controlled release of drugs.

Awards: 🏆

Distinguished student of Shahid Beheshti University 2009. Distinguished Student of Iran Universities 2010. Best Lecturer in Organic Chemistry Conference in 2009. Member of the Young Researchers and Elite Club. Member of the Iranian Chemical and Chemical Engineering Society. Distinguished Researcher of Life Science Engineering Department of Faculty in 2015.

PhD Students Supervised:

PhD Dissertation: Megalin-mediated targeted gene delivery of PEI-oligocation conjugates as vectors into megalin expressing cells (2012). Student: Fatemeh Oroojalian. PhD Dissertation: Design and synthesis of magnetic system based Fe3O4@ZnO core–shell Glyconanoparticles for detection and removal of pathogen from contaminated water (2013). Student: Javad Malekotikhah.

Professional Profiles:

The impact of her research is evident in citation metrics and indices from Google Scholar:

  • Cited by: All – 2990.
  • Citations – 2461.
  • h-index – 32.
  • Documents – 103.

A prolific researcher making meaningful contributions to the academic world!

Research Focus:

Prof. Ali Hossein Rezayan, a distinguished researcher based in Iran, has significantly contributed to the field of organic chemistry, particularly in the realm of isocyanide-based multicomponent reactions. With a remarkable citation count of 228, their work, spanning from 2006 to 2018, showcases pioneering advancements. The research encompasses diverse areas, including the selective oxidation of sulfides using silica sulfuric acid, novel one-pot three- and pseudo-five-component reactions for synthesizing functionalized benzo[g]- and dihydropyrano[2,3-g]chromene derivatives, and the development of isocyanide-based four-component reactions leading to fully substituted 3,4-dihydrocoumarin derivatives.

Publications Top Note: