Dr. Eman Helmy Ahmed Abdelmonaim | Nanoelectronics Awards | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Eman Helmy Ahmed Abdelmonaim , National Research Centre NRC, Egypt

Dr. Eman Helmy is a researcher at the National Research Centre, Egypt, specializing in polymer science and nanotechnology. She earned her B.Sc. in Chemistry from Al Azhar University in 2005, followed by an M.Sc. in Organic Chemistry from Cairo University in 2014, and a Ph.D. in Chemistry from Ain Shams University and Siegen University in 2019. Her doctoral research focused on polymeric materials embedded in nano-structured oxides for industrial applications. Dr. Helmy has undertaken significant research training and postdoctoral work at Siegen University, ICFO in Barcelona, and the COMSTECH Centre in Indonesia. Her expertise includes advanced spectroscopic techniques, nanomaterials, and polymeric composites. She has also completed extensive training in areas such as nano safety, GIS, and scientific writing.

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Suitability for the Research for Best Researcher Award: Eman Helmy Ahmed Abdel Monaim

Summary of Suitability:

Eman Helmy Ahmed Abdel Monaim is a highly qualified candidate for the Research for Best Researcher Award due to her significant contributions to the field of Chemistry, particularly in polymer science and nanotechnology. Her achievements in research, her extensive academic background, and her international collaborations make her an exemplary candidate for this award.

🎓Education:

Dr. Eman Helmy’s educational journey began with her high school education at Al-Mostaqbal Language School in Nasr City, Egypt, from 2000 to 2001. She then pursued a B.Sc. in Chemistry at the Faculty of Science, Al Azhar University, graduating in 2005 with honors, achieving a Very Good grade with the first degree of Honor. In October 2008, Dr. Helmy continued her studies with graduate courses in Organic Chemistry at Cairo University. She completed her M.Sc. in Organic Chemistry in March 2014 at Cairo University, with a thesis focused on the “Preparation and characterization of some polymeric nanocomposites for electrical applications.” Her academic journey culminated in May 2019 with a Ph.D. in Chemistry, a joint supervision between Ain Shams University, Egypt, and Siegen University, Germany. Her doctoral research explored the “Preparation of some polymeric materials embedded in nano-structured oxides using sol–gel technique for some industrial applications.”

🏢Work Experience:

Dr. Eman Helmy’s career began as a Research Assistant at the Faculty of Science, Al Azhar University from 2005 to 2008. She then joined the National Research Centre, Chemical Industries Research Division, as a Researcher from 2008 to 2014. During this period, she also undertook a one-year research fellowship at Siegen University, Germany, as part of her Ph.D. studies. From 2014 to 2019, Dr. Helmy continued her role as a Researcher at the National Research Centre, this time within the Polymer Science and Solid State Physics Department. Following her Ph.D., she served as a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the Institute of Photonic Science (ICFO) in Barcelona, Spain, from 2019 to 2020. Since 2020, Dr. Helmy has been a Researcher at the National Research Centre, focusing on the Chemical Industries Research Division’s Lab of Advanced Materials and Nanotechnology Group, Centre of Excellence.

🏆Awards and Honors:

Dr. Eman Helmy’s M.Sc. thesis, focused on polymeric nanocomposites for electrical applications, was recognized for its high quality by Prof. Dr. Patricia Heiden from Michigan Technological University, USA. She has also received prestigious scholarships and fellowships for her postdoctoral research at the Institute of Photonic Science (ICFO) in Barcelona, Spain, and the COMSTECH Centre in Indonesia. Additionally, Dr. Helmy is acknowledged for her extensive training in advanced spectroscopic techniques, nano safety, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), and scientific writing.

Publication Top Notes:

“Preparation and Evaluation of Hyperbranched p-Chloromethyl Styrene Polymers/Montmorillonite Clay Nanocomposites as Dielectric Materials”

Citations: 18

“Synthesis and Cytotoxic Activities of Selenium Nanoparticles Incorporated Nano-Chitosan”

Citations: 15

“Phosphosilicate–Polyamidoamine Hyperbranched Polymer–Er3+ Nanocomposite Toward Planar Optical Waveguide Applications”

Citations: 13

“Nanocomposites Dendritic Polyamidoamine-Based Chitosan Hyperbranched Polymer Embedded in Silica–Phosphate for Waveguide Applications”

Citations: 12

“Thermal Effect of Er³⁺ Ions Embedded in Smart Nano-Composite Oxide Material Prepared by Sol-Gel Technique”

Citations: 11

Prof. Cuicui Lu, Beijing Institute of Technology, China

Cuicui Lu is a distinguished researcher and educator in the field of nanophotonics, with a focus on topological photonics and nanoelectronics. She is currently serving as a Full Professor at the Beijing Institute of Technology, where she holds the prestigious position of Young Chang Jiang Scholar and Teli Young Fellow. With a Ph.D. from Peking University and extensive experience as an Assistant Professor at the Qian Xuesen Laboratory of Space Technology, China Academy of Space Technology, Cuicui Lu has made significant contributions to the development of integrated photonic platforms and topological photonic devices. Her research interests span a wide range of topics including photonic crystals, metamaterials, and integrated devices, with a particular emphasis on algorithm-based nanophotonic systems. Cuicui Lu’s work has been recognized with numerous awards and honors, including the Optoelectronics Global Conference (OGC) Young Scientist Award and the Ministry of Education Young Chang Jiang Scholar award. She is also an active member of several editorial boards and professional committees, contributing to the advancement of nanophotonics through her leadership and expertise.

👩‍🎓 Education and Academic Journey:

Prof. Cuicui Lu, born on December 26th, 1986, in Jinan, Shandong Province, China, embarked on her academic journey at Shandong Normal University, where she completed her Bachelor’s degree in Physics and Electronics. She then pursued her passion for research at Peking University, earning her Ph.D. under the guidance of Prof. Xiaoyong Hu.

🔬 Research Focus:

Her research interests lie at the intersection of nanophotonics and topological photonics, with a focus on designing and modulating micro/nanoscale photonic devices. Prof. Lu’s work delves into areas such as topological photonic devices, photonic crystals, metamaterials, and nanophotonic integrated devices.

🏅 Professional Achievements:

Prof. Lu’s groundbreaking contributions have earned her prestigious recognition, including the Ministry of Education Young Chang Jiang Scholar award and the Optoelectronics Global Conference (OGC) Young Scientist Award. She has also been recognized as an emerging leader by the “Journal of Optics” and has received the PIERS Young Scientist Award.