Assoc Prof Dr. Ghaida Alrawashdeh | Organic Chemistry | Young Scientist Award
Assoc Prof Dr at University for Business and Technology Albania
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Demokrat Nuha is an esteemed chemist and academic at the University for Business and Technology (UBT) in Kosovo, where he serves in the Faculties of Pharmacy and Food Sciences and Biotechnology. With a Ph.D. in Chemistry from EskiÅehir Technical University and an MSc in Organic Chemistry from Anadolu University, Dr. Nuha has extensive research experience in synthesizing bioactive compounds. He previously worked as a research scientist at Anadolu University and an organic chemist at Gentipharm Pharmaceuticals. Fluent in Albanian, English, and Turkish, he is recognized for his leadership, collaboration skills, and expertise in computational chemistry software.
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š Education
Doctor of Science in Chemistry EskiÅehir Technical University, TĆ¼rkiye (09/09/2019 ā 09/03/2023). M.Sc. Organic Chemistry Anadolu University, TĆ¼rkiye (18/10/2016 ā 06/08/2019). B.Sc. Chemistry ā Engineering University of Prishtina “Hasan Prishtina”, Kosovo (01/10/2013 ā 29/08/2016)
š« Teaching Experience
Professor of Chemistry University for Business and Technology (UBT), Pristina, Kosovo (01/03/2022 ā Present) Achieved title of Associate Professor in October 2023. Involved with the Faculty of Pharmacy and the Faculty of Food Sciences and Biotechnology.
š§Ŗ Research & Work Experience
Education Studies Research Scientist Anadolu University, Eskisehir, TĆ¼rkiye (01/10/2017 ā 15/01/2022) Synthesized new oligopeptides-like structures with potential anti-HIV activity. Assisted students with IR, NMR, and MS analysis and data interpretation. Conducted research on novel compounds with potential biological activities (e.g., antibiotics, anticancer, anti-Alzheimer). Organic Chemist Gentipharm Pharmaceuticals, Drenas, Kosovo (01/06/2016 ā 01/09/2016) Worked on synthesizing various medications, including herbal products and ointments.
š Awards & Distinctions
KBC-North Maharashtra University Gold Medal for 1st in Chemistry-UG Level. Best Oral Presentation at M. J. College International Conference, Jalgaon (2016, 2020). Best Poster Award at Avishakar Research Competition (2015). Swarna Pursakar for Best Oral Presentation by National Academy of Science, Government of India (2017). Young Scientist Award by Indian Council of Chemist at Agra, India
š¬ Research Interests
Innovative Technologies and Social Impact Technology to support learning and teaching in resource-challenged contexts. Improving foundational education for underserved communities (reading literacy, numeracy, coding). Smart technologies for sustainable entrepreneurship models to empower marginalized young adults, especially women.
Publication:š
- Title: Design, synthesis, biological evaluation, and molecular modeling simulations of new phthalazine-1,4-dione derivatives as anti-Alzheimer’s agents
Authors: Nuha, D., Evren, A.E., Ćzkan, B.N.S., Gundogdu-Karaburun, N., Karaburun, A.Ć.
Journal: Archiv der Pharmazie
Year: 2024
Status: Article in Press
Citations: 0
- Title: Design and synthesis of phenoxy methyl-oxadiazole compounds against Alzheimer’s disease
Authors: Evren, A.E., Nuha, D., Ćzkan, B.N.S., GƶnĆ¼lalan, E.M., YurttaÅ, L.
Journal: Archiv der Pharmazie
Year: 2024
Status: Article in Press
Citations: 0
- Title: New N-(1,3,4-thiadiazole-2-yl)acetamide derivatives as human carbonic anhydrase I and II and acetylcholinesterase inhibitors
Authors: Dawbaa, S., TĆ¼rkeÅ, C., Nuha, D., YurttaÅ, L., Beydemir, Å.
Journal: Journal of Biomolecular Structure and Dynamics
Year: 2024
Status: Article in Press
Citations: 1
- Title: New oxadiazole/triazole derivatives with antimicrobial and antioxidant properties
Authors: Dawbaa, S., Nuha, D., Evren, A.E., YurttaÅ, L., Turan, G.
Journal: Journal of Molecular Structure
Year: 2023
Volume: 1282
Article: 135213
Citations: 14
- Title: Design, synthesis, and antimicrobial activity of novel coumarin derivatives: An in-silico and in-vitro study
Authors: Nuha, D., Evren, A.E., Kapusiz, Ć., Karaburun, A.Ć., Berber, H.
Journal: Journal of Molecular Structure
Year: 2023
Volume: 1272
Article: 134166
Citations: 9
- Title: A study of the antimicrobial activity of lactic acid bacteria strains isolated from cowās milk and Sharri cheese
Authors: Mestani, M., Nuha, D., Mehmeti, I.
Journal: Ecologia Balkanica
Year: 2023
Volume: 15
Issue: 2
Pages: 199ā207
Citations: 0
- Title: Determining the quality of honey in the region of Kosova with physiochemical analysis | Kosova Bƶlgesindeki Balın Kalitesinin Fizyokimyasal Analizle Belirlenmesi
Authors: Durmishi, B., Knights, V., Mehmeti, I., Haziri, V., Sadiku, V.
Journal: Uludag Aricilik Dergisi
Year: 2023
Volume: 23
Issue: 2
Pages: 202ā214
Citations: 1
Status: Open access
- Title: Novel oxadiazole-thiadiazole derivatives: synthesis, biological evaluation, and in silico studies
Authors: Evren, A.E., Nuha, D., Dawbaa, S., SaÄlik, B.N., YurttaÅ, L.
Journal: Journal of Biomolecular Structure and Dynamics
Year: 2023
Status: Article in Press
Citations: 4
Status: Open access
- Title: The Impact of Wastewater on the Quality of Water of Nerodime River
Authors: Luzha, I., Rizani, S., Hasalliu, R., Fetoshi, O., BytyƧi, P.
Journal: Ecological Engineering and Environmental Technology
Year: 2023
Volume: 24
Issue: 3
Pages: 10ā18
Citations: 1
Status: Open access