Saadi Samadi | Asymmetric synthesis | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Saadi Samadi | Asymmetric synthesis | Best Researcher Award

University of Kurdistan, Iran

Dr. Saadi Samadi, in Bijar, Kurdistan, Iran, is an Associate Professor of Organic Chemistry at the University of Kurdistan. He leads the Laboratory of Asymmetric Synthesis and specializes in enantioselective synthesis, drug synthesis, and chiral nanocatalysts. With an academic journey spanning esteemed institutions, his expertise lies in both homogeneous and heterogeneous catalysis. Dr. Samadi is highly recognized for his research contributions and distinguished achievements, including multiple best poster awards and grants. His dedication to advancing organic chemistry extends to mentoring students and serving as a reviewer for reputed international journals.

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🎓 Education

Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry (2008-2013): Shahid Beheshti University, Iran; Thesis on chiral ligands and nanocatalysts in asymmetric allylic oxidation. M.Sc. in Organic Chemistry (2005-2008): Shahid Beheshti University, Iran; Thesis on chiral biarylbisoxazoline ligands for asymmetric oxidation. B.Sc. in Applied Chemistry (2001-2005): Razi University, Iran; Comprehensive training in chemical synthesis and analysis.

💼 Experience 

Associate Professor, University of Kurdistan (2022–Present): Teaching advanced organic chemistry and leading cutting-edge research. Assistant Professor, University of Kurdistan (2015–2021): Delivered graduate and undergraduate courses and supervised theses. Assistant Professor, Iran Polymer and Petrochemical Institute (2014–2015): Focused on catalysis and chemical transformations. Delivered specialized courses across all levels, including asymmetric synthesis, heterocyclic chemistry, and organic compound identification.

🏆 Awards and Honors 

Recognized as a distinguished scientist, University of Kurdistan (2016, 2018, 2019, 2020). Best Poster Awards at Iranian Catalyst and Organic Chemistry Seminars (2016, 2018). Rank 1st in Ph.D. among organic chemistry students (2012). Secured prestigious research grants from Shahid Beheshti University, University of Kurdistan, and Iran National Science Foundation. Actively serves as a referee for leading international journals, contributing to advancements in chemistry.

🔬 Research Focus

Enantioselective Synthesis: Developing novel chiral compounds for pharmaceuticals. Chiral Nanocatalysts: Designing homogeneous and heterogeneous catalytic systems. Drug Synthesis: Advancing methods for efficient synthesis of therapeutic agents. Total Synthesis: Crafting complex organic molecules with practical applications. Dr. Samadi’s work bridges fundamental research and practical innovations, with significant implications for catalysis and drug development.

🏆Conclusion 

Dr. Saadi Samadi is an exceptional candidate for the Best Researcher Award. His extensive academic contributions, innovative research in asymmetric synthesis, and dedication to teaching and mentoring highlight his scientific excellence. By expanding his international engagements and exploring interdisciplinary avenues, he is well-positioned to make even greater strides in the field of organic chemistry.

Publication:

  1. Enhancement of the antifungal activity of thyme and dill essential oils against Colletotrichum nymphaeae by nano-encapsulation with copper NPs
    • Year: 2019
    • Authors: W Weisany, S Samadi, J Amini, S Hossaini, S Yousefi, F Maggi
    • Journal: Industrial Crops and Products
    • Citations: 56

 

  1. Improvement of the stability and selectivity of Rhizomucor miehei lipase immobilized on silica nanoparticles: Selective hydrolysis of fish oil using immobilized preparations
    • Year: 2014
    • Authors: M Mohammadi, Z Habibi, S Dezvarei, M Yousefi, S Samadi, M Ashjari
    • Journal: Process Biochemistry
    • Citations: 52

 

  1. Coupling of molecular imprinted polymer nanoparticles by high performance liquid chromatography as an efficient technique for sensitive and selective trace determination of 4-…
    • Year: 2014
    • Authors: F Omidi, M Behbahani, S Samadi, A Sedighi, SJ Shahtaheri
    • Journal: Iranian Journal of Public Health
    • Citations: 52

 

  1. Synthesis of new enantiomerically pure spirooxindolopyrrolizidines via a three-component asymmetric 1,3-dipolar cycloaddition reaction of azomethine ylides derived from isatin
    • Year: 2012
    • Authors: MJ Taghizadeh, H Arvinnezhad, S Samadi, K Jadidi, A Javidan, B Notash
    • Journal: Tetrahedron Letters
    • Citations: 47

 

  1. Morphological and biochemical properties, leaf nutrient content, and vase life of tuberose (Polianthes tuberosa L.) affected by root or foliar applications of…
    • Year: 2021
    • Authors: N Karimian, F Nazari, S Samadi
    • Journal: Journal of Plant Growth Regulation
    • Citations: 38

 

  1. Nano silver-encapsulation of Thymus daenensis and Anethum graveolens essential oils enhances antifungal potential against strawberry anthracnose
    • Year: 2019
    • Authors: W Weisany, J Amini, S Samadi, S Hossaini, S Yousefi, PC Struik
    • Journal: Industrial Crops and Products
    • Citations: 38

 

  1. An efficient multicomponent and stereoselective synthesis of new spiro [indeno [1,2-b] quinoxaline-11,2′-pyrrolidine] derivatives
    • Year: 2012
    • Authors: M Moemeni, H Arvinnezhad, S Samadi, M Tajbakhsh, K Jadidi
    • Journal: Journal of Heterocyclic Chemistry
    • Citations: 38

 

  1. Chiral bisoxazoline ligands with a biphenyl backbone: Development and application in catalytic asymmetric allylic oxidation of cycloolefins
    • Year: 2013
    • Authors: S Samadi, K Jadidi, B Notash
    • Journal: Tetrahedron: Asymmetry
    • Citations: 37

 

  1. Potassium-enriched clinoptilolite zeolite mitigates the adverse impacts of salinity stress in perennial ryegrass (Lolium perenne L.) by increasing silicon absorption and…
    • Year: 2021
    • Authors: E Rahimi, F Nazari, T Javadi, S Samadi, JAT da Silva
    • Journal: Journal of Environmental Management
    • Citations: 33

 

  1. A significant improvement in enantioselectivity, yield, and reactivity for the copper-bi-o-tolyl bisoxazoline-catalyzed asymmetric allylic oxidation of cyclic olefins…
    • Year: 2013
    • Authors: S Samadi, S Nazari, H Arvinnezhad, K Jadidi, B Notash
    • Journal: Tetrahedron
    • Citations: 30

 

  1. Heterogenization of chiral mono oxazoline ligands by grafting onto mesoporous silica MCM-41 and their application in copper-catalyzed asymmetric allylic oxidation of cyclic olefins
    • Year: 2016
    • Authors: S Samadi, K Jadidi, B Khanmohammadi, N Tavakoli
    • Journal: Journal of Catalysis
    • Citations: 29

 

  1. Simple and catalyst-free synthesis of oxoindolin-3-yl phosphonates
    • Year: 2010
    • Authors: GI Shakibaei, S Samadi, R Ghahremanzadeh, A Bazgir
    • Journal: Journal of Combinatorial Chemistry
    • Citations: 25

 

  1. Use of CuO encapsulated in mesoporous silica SBA-15 as a recycled catalyst for allylic C–H bond oxidation of cyclic olefins at room temperature
    • Year: 2017
    • Authors: S Samadi, A Ashouri, M Ghambarian
    • Journal: RSC Advances
    • Citations: 23

 

Pablo Jose Baricelli | Biphasic Homogeneous Catalysis

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Pablo Jose Baricelli –  Biphasic Homogeneous Catalysis

👨‍🏫 Prof Dr Pablo Jose Baricelli an Dr atUniversidad de Carabobo, stands as a distinguished Academician/Research Scholar in the domain of Chemistry. Holding a  Ph.D on Cellular and Molecular Biology, Dep. of Biology, Biphasic Homogeneous Catalysis .their professional journey exemplifies dedication and expertise.

🎓Education:

He pursued his undergraduate studies at Los Andes University Science Faculty in Mérida, Mérida state, where he earned a degree in Chemistry as a graduate from 1969 to 1974. Building upon this foundation, he continued his academic journey by pursuing postgraduate studies at the University of Reading in England from 1979 to 1983. During this period, he dedicated his efforts to advanced research, culminating in the successful completion of his Ph.D. in Chemistry. This academic trajectory reflects his commitment to excellence in the field of chemistry, spanning both his formative years in Mérida and his research-intensive doctoral studies in the United Kingdom.

🌐 Professional Profiles:

Honors, Recognitions and Awards:

Accredited by the Steering Committee of the Researcher Promotion System, as a Program Member in the category of “Researcher Level I . CONABA Award, Level II CONADES Award, Level I Decoration of the Carabobo University Teachers Association (APUC), in its XL Anniversary, for the academic and research trajectory at the University of Carabobo. Alejo Zuloaga award in his only class at the University of Carabobo as a merit to his outstanding career as a teacher-researcher of this alma mater. Accredited by the Steering Committee of the Researcher Promotion System, as a Program Member in the “Researcher Level II” Category. Recognition of the Academic Vice-Rector of the University of Carabobo, as a Program Member in the category of “Researcher Level III”.Recognition of the Deanship of the Faculty of Engineering of the University of Carabobo, as a Program Member in the category of “Researcher Level III”. Recognition of the Venezuelan Association for the Advancement of Science (AsoVac) as a Program Member in the category of “Researcher Level IV” Accredited by the Steering Committee of the Researcher Promotion System, as a Program Member in the “Researcher Level IV” Category APVG Award for Academic Excellency Accredited by the Steering Committee of the Researcher Promotion System, as a Program Member in the “Researcher Level IV” Category.

Scientific Societies Membership:

Venezuelan Association for the Advancement of Science (ASOVAC). Society for Free Radical Research (SFRR) Brunnel University. Inglaterra. Venezuelan Catalysis Society (SVC). Ibero-American Science and Technology Program for development (CYTED).  Environment Protection Catalysis Network. Ibero-American Science and Technology Program for development (CYTED). Homogeneous Catalysis Network.Association for Research of the University of Carabobo (APLIUC). Innovation
and Research Stimulus Program (PEII).

Referee for Scientific Journals:

Applied Catalysis (ISSN. 0926-860X), Applied Organometallic Chemistry (ISSN. 1099-0739), Journal of Organometallic Chemistry (ISSN. 0022-328X), Avances en Quí mica (ISSN.1856-5301). Catalysis Letters (ISSN. 1572-879X), CIENCIA (ISSN. 1315-2076), FRAUTE; Revista de FACYT, UC (ISSN. 1698-7418), International Journal of Chemical Kinetics (ISSN. 1097-4601), Journal of Molecular Catalysis (ISSN. 1381-1169), Revista de la Facultad de Ingenierí a, UC (ISSN. 1316-6832), Catalysis Today (ISSN. 0920-5861)

Publications:
  • P. Baricelli, R. Ballesteros, G. Marquina y S. Villalba. “Catalytic dehydrogenation of domestic gas”. XXVI ASOVAC Annual Convention. Puerto La Cruz Venezuela. 1976.

 

  •  P. Baricelli, F. Lo pez. “Surface Characterization and Catalytic Activity of Cu2 + Ions Chemically Anchored to the Surface of Modified Silica Gel”. XXIX ASOVAC Annual Convention, Barquisimeto, Venezuela. 1979

 

  • P. Baricelli, Mitchell P.C.H. “Electron, Transfer Reactions of a Molibdenum Dithiolato Complex”. Some Recents Deve lopments in the Chemistry of Chromiun, Molybdenum and Tungsten”. Brightom, England. 1983

 

  • P. Baricelli, C. Ferna ndez, D. Osí o, F. Lo pez, O. Leal. “Surface Characterization and Catalytic Activity of Molybdenum Ions Chemically Anchored to the Surface of Modified Silica Gel”. XXXVI ASOVAC Annual Convention. Valencia, Venezuela. 1986.

 

  • P. Baricelli, D. Bidirinis, D. Leal, E. Lujano, F. Lo pez. “Synthesis and Characterization of Ions and Complexes Mo (VI) and o (V) Chemically Anchored to the Surface of the Modified Silica Gel”. X Catalysis National Meeting. Los Teques – Venezuela. 1989

 

  • P. Baricelli, L. De Sousa, O. Leal, F.Lo pez. “Preparation of an Adsorbent for Chrome and Aluminum from Silica Gel “. XL ASOVAC Annual Convention, Cumana , Venezuela. 1990

 

  • P. Baricelli, A. Pardey, L. Go mez. “Oxidation of Olefins by Nitro-Iridium complexes”. XLI ASOVAC Annual Convention. Maracaibo – Venezuela. 1991

 

  • P. Baricelli, A. Bolí var, D. Pa ez, A. Andriollo, M. Domí nguez. “Complejos Organometa licos Hidrosolubles en Cata lisis de Olefinas”. XII Encuentro Nacional de Cata lisis. Valencia, Venezuela. 1993

 

  • P. Baricelli, L. Go mez, O. Leal, L. Quijije, A. Pardey. “Oxidation of Olefins by NitroTransition Metal Complexes”. XII Catalysis National Meeting. Valencia, Venezuela. 1993.

 

  • P. Baricelli, F. Lo pez, D.Pa ez, A. Andriollo, M. Domí nguez y A. Bolí var. “WaterSoluble Organometallic Complexes of Tungsten and Rutheniun. Synthesis, Characterization and Preliminary Studies in the hidrogenation of Olefins in a Biphasic System”. LatinAmerican Inorganic Chemistry Meeting. Santiago de Compostela, Espan a. 1993

 

  • P. Baricelli, M. Meza, F. Lo pez, A. Pardey, O. Leal, M. Mediavilla. “Homogeneous Catalysis of the Water Gas Displacement Reaction by Iridium Complex (I) in Aqueous Solution of Substituted Amines”. XLII ASOVAC Annual Convention. Me rida, Venezuela. 1993

 

  • M. Mediavilla, J. Contreras, D. Pineda, M. Meza, P. Baricelli, F. Lo pez y A. Pardey, “Homogeneous Catalysis of Water Gas Displacement Reaction by Copper Complex”. XIV Iberoamerican Catalysis Convention Concepcio n, Chile. 1994