Prof. Dr. Monica Baia | Nanomaterials Awards | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Monica Baia | Nanomaterials Awards | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Monica Baia , Universitatea Babeș-Bolyai Cluj Napoca , Romania

Dr. Monica Baia is a distinguished physicist and professor at Babes-Bolyai University, Faculty of Physics, in Cluj-Napoca, Romania. Born in Cluj-Napoca, she has a rich educational background, including a Ph.D. in Natural Sciences from Julius Maximilians University in WĆ¼rzburg, Germany. Dr. Baia has a significant professional trajectory, currently serving as a Professor and Senior Researcher at Babes-Bolyai University, where she has been a faculty member since 2003. She has held various administrative roles, including Interim Dean and Vice-Dean, and is a member of the Doctoral School Council. Her research focuses on vibrational investigations of pharmaceuticals, photocatalysts, and nanomaterials for environmental and biomedical applications. Dr. Baia is a prolific scholar with numerous publications, patents, and awards, and she has managed several national and international research projects. Additionally, she is actively involved in teaching at undergraduate, master, and doctoral levels, and is a member of various editorial boards and scientific committees.

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šŸŽ“Ā Ā Education:

Dr. Monica Baia holds a Ph.D. in Natural Sciences (Dr. rer. nat.) from Julius Maximilians University, Institute of Physical Chemistry, WĆ¼rzburg, Germany, earned between October 1999 and February 2003. She further enhanced her expertise as a Post-Doctoral Senior Researcher at Friedrich-Schiller University, Institute of Physical Chemistry, Jena, Germany, from October 2005 to June 2006. Dr. Baia also completed two master’s degrees at Babes-Bolyai University, Faculty of Physics, Cluj-Napoca, Romania: one in Atomic Physics (October 1998 ā€“ June 1999) and another in Biophysics and Medical Physics (October 1997 ā€“ June 1998). Her foundational education culminated in a Degree in Physics from the same institution, attained between October 1993 and June 1997.

šŸ¢Work Experience:

Dr. Monica Baia has an extensive professional background, primarily based at Babes-Bolyai University in Cluj-Napoca, Romania. She currently serves as a Professor at the Faculty of Physics since February 2023, engaging in both educational and research activities. Prior to this, she was an Associate Professor at the same institution from March 2008 to February 2023. Dr. Baia also holds the position of Senior Researcher at the Interdisciplinary Research Institute in Bio-Nano-Sciences since August 2014, focusing on advanced research. Her academic journey at Babes-Bolyai University began as a Lecturer from October 2003 to February 2008.

Publication Top Notes:

Ā Ultrasensitive Electroanalytical Detection of Pb2+ and H2O2 Using Bi and Feā€”Based Nanoparticles Embedded into Porous Carbon Xerogelā€”The Influence of Nanocomposite Pyrolysis Temperatures

  • Authors: Rusu, M.M., Fort, C.I., Vulpoi, A., Cotet, L.C., Baia, L.
  • Published Year: 2023
  • Journal: Gels, 9(11), 868
  • Citations: 1

Tungsten Oxide Morphology-Dependent Au/TiO2/WO3 Heterostructures with Applications in Heterogenous Photocatalysis and Surface-Enhanced Raman Spectroscopy

  • Authors: SzĆ©kely, I., KovĆ”cs, Z., Rusu, M., Baia, M., Pap, Z.
  • Published Year: 2023
  • Journal: Catalysts, 13(6), 1015
  • Citations: 3

Anionic Polysaccharide Cryogels: Interaction and In Vitro Behavior of Alginateā€“Gum Arabic Composites

  • Authors: Feraru, A., TĆ³th, Z.-R., Mureșan-Pop, M., Magyari, K., Baia, L.
  • Published Year: 2023
  • Journal: Polymers, 15(8), 1844
  • Citations: 5

Structural and Flame Retardancy Properties of GO-DOPO-HAK Composite

  • Authors: Mihis, A.G., Cotet, L.C., Cadar, C., Danciu, V., Baia, L.
  • Published Year: 2023
  • Journal: Journal of Materials Science, 58(16), pp. 7025ā€“7047

Insights into the Stability of Graphene Oxide Aqueous Dispersions

  • Authors: Costinas, C., Salagean, C.A., Cotet, L.C., Magyari, K., Baia, L.
  • Published Year: 2022
  • Journal: Nanomaterials, 12(24), 4489
  • Citations: 5

 

 

Mr. Linxu Xu | Nanomaterials Awards | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Linxu Xu | Nanomaterials Awards | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Linxu Xu , Shandong jianzhu University , China

Linxu Xu is a Lecturer at the Institute of Resource and Environment Innovation, Shandong Jianzhu University, specializing in Advanced Environment Functional Materials. He earned his PhD in Chemical Engineering Technology from Harbin Institute of Technology in 2019, following a Master’s and Bachelor’s degree in related fields from the same institution and Harbin University of Science and Technology, respectively. Since November 2020, he has been leading significant research projects, including those on autocatalytic synthesis of nanocomposites for wastewater treatment and key technologies for water environment health in the Yellow River Basin. Xu has published extensively, with notable works in journals such as Nanoscale, RSC Advances, and New Journal of Chemistry, highlighting his contributions to the development of photocatalytic and catalytic materials

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šŸŽ“Educational Background:

Dr. Linxu Xu earned his PhD in Engineering from the Harbin Institute of Technology, where he studied from September 2015 to October 2019. Prior to that, he completed his Master’s degree in Engineering at the same institution, attending from September 2013 to July 2015. He began his academic journey with a Bachelor of Science in Materials Chemistry from the Harbin University of Science and Technology, which he completed between September 2009 and July 2013.

šŸ‘Øā€šŸ« Work Experience:

Since November 2020, Dr. Linxu Xu has been serving as a lecturer at the Institute of Resource and Environment Innovation, Shandong Jianzhu University. In this role, he has been actively involved in teaching and research, focusing on advanced environmental functional materials.

šŸ§ŖResearch Projects:

Dr. Linxu Xu has been involved in several significant research projects. He led the “Autocatalytic Synthesis of Metal Particles/Silica Nanocomposites for Efficient Removal of Organic Dyes in Wastewater” project, which was funded by the Excellent Doctoral Research Fund of Shandong Jianzhu University . Additionally, he contributed to the “Research and Development of Key Technologies and High-end Equipment for Water Environment Health in the Yellow River Basin (Shandong)” as part of the Shandong Top Talents Project . Dr. Xu also worked on the “Pipeline Fouling Deposition/Cleaning Model and Resource Utilization Technology,” supported by the National Key Research and Development Program .Furthermore, he was involved in the “Development of Key Technology for Fenton-like Treatment of Difficult-to-Degrade Organic Matter in Water,” a corporate-commissioned project .

Publication Top Notes:

  • Coordination-Polymer-Derived Cu-CoO/C Nanocomposite Used in Fenton-like Reaction to Achieve Efficient Degradation of Organic Compounds
  • Synthesis of disordered mesoporous silica loaded with ultrasmall-sized CuO nanoparticles based on an alkali-free strategy and its excellent catalytic performance in the reduction of organic dye
  • Facile synthesis of CuO/Co3O4 nanoribbons with excellent catalytic performance for reduction of organic dyes
  • In situ generation of ultrasmall sized and highly dispersed CuO nanoparticles embedded in silica matrix and their catalytic application
  • A general autocatalytic route toward silica nanospheres with ultrasmall sized and well-dispersed metal oxide nanoparticles

 

 

Huada Ruan | Fabrication of Nanomaterial Awards | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Huada Ruan | Fabrication of Nanomaterial Awards | Best Researcher Award

Professor, Beijing Normal University-Hong Kong Baptist University, China

Dr. Huada Ruan, a distinguished professor at the collaborative institution of Beijing Normal University-Hong Kong Baptist University in China, is celebrated for her groundbreaking work in the fabrication of nanomaterials. šŸ† Her exceptional contributions to this field have earned her the esteemed Best Researcher Award, a recognition of her innovative research and commitment to advancing scientific knowledge. Dr. Ruan’s expertise lies in harnessing nanotechnology for various applications, ranging from medicine to electronics, showcasing her versatility and impact on interdisciplinary research. With her passion for exploration and discovery, she continues to inspire and lead the next generation of researchers in the field of nanomaterials.

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Education

Dr. Huada Ruan boasts an impressive academic journey that spans across prestigious institutions and disciplines. šŸ“š Graduating with a Ph.D. in Mineralogy from The University of Western Australia in 1997, she laid the foundation for her scholarly pursuits. Building upon this, she pursued further specialization, obtaining a second Ph.D. in Chemistry from Queensland University of Technology in 2005. šŸŽ“ Dr. Ruan’s educational trajectory commenced with a BSc in Soil Chemistry and Plant Nutrition from South China Agricultural University in 1982, solidifying her expertise in foundational scientific principles. Her diverse educational background underscores her multidisciplinary approach to research and innovation.

Work experience

With a prolific career spanning several continents and prestigious institutions, Dr. Huada Ruan has left an indelible mark in the realms of academia and industry. šŸŒ Serving as a Professor in the Environmental Science Program at United International College (UIC), a collaboration between Beijing Normal University and Hong Kong Baptist University, since 2006, she has demonstrated her expertise in the field. Concurrently, her adjunct professorship at Griffith University’s School of Medicine in Australia highlights her global impact on research and education. šŸ« Dr. Ruan’s diverse professional background includes roles such as General Manager at Castco Testing Centre Ltd in Hong Kong and Technical Manager at Alpine Green Technology Consultants Ltd. Her extensive experience encompasses research positions at esteemed institutions like Purdue University and Queensland University of Technology, solidifying her reputation as a trailblazer in environmental science. šŸŒŸ

Honours and Awards

Dr. Huada Ruan’s illustrious career is adorned with numerous accolades and prestigious appointments, showcasing her profound impact on environmental science and academia. šŸ… Her recent achievements include the 2021 Best Paper Award for Review in the International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, underscoring her contribution to scholarly discourse. Serving as an Invited Specialist in the Zhuhai City Indoor Environment Purification Association and a China National Tour and Environmental Think Tang Specialist, she continues to shape policies and practices in environmental management. šŸŒ± Additionally, her roles as an Honorary Consultant at the Hong Kong Institute of Environmentalist and Visiting Professor at South China Agricultural University signify her enduring commitment to education and research excellence.

Publications Top Notes

1. “The effect of modifier adding sequence on physical-chemical property and adsorption ability of Inorganic-Organic Montmorillonite (IOMMt)”

  • Chen, J., Lu, J., Jiang, S.Y., … Li, Y., Ruan, H.D.
  • Journal: Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering, 2023, 11(3), 110115
  • Abstract: This study explores the impact of modifier adding sequence on the physical-chemical properties and adsorption ability of Inorganic-Organic Montmorillonite (IOMMt).
  • Citations: 4 šŸ“š

2. “Fabrication of superhydrophobic soil stabilizers derived from solid wastes applied for road construction: A review”

  • Lu, J., Jiang, S.Y., Chen, J., … Cai, Z., Ruan, H.D.
  • Journal: Transportation Geotechnics, 2023, 40, 100974
  • Abstract: This review discusses the fabrication of superhydrophobic soil stabilizers derived from solid wastes and their applications in road construction.
  • Citations: 8 šŸ“š

3. “Evaluation of soil nutrient characteristics in Tianshan Mountains, North-western China”

  • Tudi, M., Li, H., Li, H., … Yu, Q.J., Ruan, H.D.
  • Journal: Ecological Indicators, 2022, 143, 109431
  • Abstract: This article evaluates the soil nutrient characteristics in the Tianshan Mountains of North-western China.
  • Citations: 5 šŸ“š

4. “Environmental monitoring and potential health risk assessment from Pymetrozine exposure among communities in typical rice-growing areas of China”

  • Tudi, M., Wang, L., Ruan, H.D., … Connell, D., Phung, D.T.
  • Journal: Environmental Science and Pollution Research, 2022, 29(39), pp. 59547ā€“59560
  • Abstract: This study conducts environmental monitoring and health risk assessment related to Pymetrozine exposure in rice-growing areas of China.
  • Citations: 4 šŸ“š

5. “Exposure Routes and Health Risks Associated with Pesticide Application”

  • Tudi, M., Li, H., Li, H., … Sadler, R., Connell, D.
  • Journal: Toxics, 2022, 10(6), 335
  • Abstract: This review examines exposure routes and health risks associated with pesticide application.
  • Citations: 60