Samiksha Painuly | Metal Organic | Young Scientist Award

Ms. Samiksha Painuly | Metal Organic | Young Scientist Award

Research Scholar | Gurukul Kangri Deemed to be University | India

Ms. Samiksha Painuly is a dedicated materials chemistry researcher specializing in the design, synthesis, and functional applications of metal–organic frameworks (MOFs), coordination polymers, and advanced hybrid materials. Her work focuses on developing luminescent MOFs, mesoporous composites, and one-dimensional coordination polymers tailored for sensing, photocatalysis, and environmental monitoring. She has expertise in synthesizing Zn-, Cd-, and Cu-based MOFs using wet-chemical, solvothermal, hydrothermal, and mechanochemical routes, integrating multitopic carboxylate and nitrogen donor linkers to achieve structurally robust and functionally responsive materials. Her research contributions span the development of ratiometric luminescent sensors for inorganic and organic analytes, MOF-based composites for heavy-metal detection, ammonia sensing, photocatalytic degradation, and emerging applications such as LED phosphors and catalytic conversion of acetylenic molecules. Skilled in structural and physicochemical characterization, she routinely employs PXRD, FTIR, SEM, XPS, UV–visible spectroscopy, fluorescence techniques, and NMR analysis to elucidate material properties and structure–activity relationships. She has published research articles and book chapters covering MOF synthesis, membrane design, separation processes, waste management, sustainable development, and IP-related dimensions of emerging materials. Her work reflects both fundamental understanding and applied innovation, contributing to interdisciplinary progress in materials chemistry, environmental remediation, and sensor technologies. She actively engages in scientific collaborations, presents her findings at conferences, and participates in workshops and training programs to expand her technical and conceptual expertise. With a strong foundation in experimental design, analytical reasoning, and creative problem-solving, she is committed to advancing next-generation MOF-based materials and their applications in sustainability, sensing, and functional materials research.

Featured Publication

Samiksha, Rajput, G., Parmar, B., Dadhania, A., Isaeva, V., Kumar, R., & Bisht, K. K. (2025). Synthesis, structure, and photocatalytic properties of a Cu(II) coordination polymer derived from a flexible tripodal linker. SCENV, 11, 100277.

Painuly, S., Rajput, G., Parmar, B., Rachuri, Y., Isaeva, V. I., Kumar, R., & Bisht, K. K. (2025). Zn(II)-based multivariate, multicomponent metal–organic framework as a highly sensitive ratiometric luminescent sensor for Rhodamine-B in edibles. Inorganic Chemistry, 64, 16297–16302.

Ahmed Abu-Dief | Chemistry | Editorial Board Member

Prof Dr. Ahmed Abu-Dief | Chemistry
| Editorial Board Member

Taibah university | Saudi Arabia

Prof Dr. Ahmed Abu-Dief research portfolio demonstrates extensive contributions to coordination chemistry, materials chemistry, and the development of multifunctional metal-based complexes with advanced biological and industrial applications. Recent work explores engineered Co(II), Ni(II), Cu(II), and Cd(II) complexes derived from 2-aminobenzothiazole, integrating experimental synthesis with theoretical modeling to reveal their potent antitumor, antibacterial, and antioxidant activities. This line of investigation provides insight into structure–activity relationships and highlights the therapeutic potential of transition-metal compounds. Parallel research advances the field of porous organic cages, emphasizing their tunable architecture, adsorption behavior, and multifaceted utility across energy storage, gas separation, catalysis, environmental remediation, and sensor technologies. The broader body of work spans molecular design, spectroscopic characterization, density functional theory, supramolecular chemistry, and the development of functional materials with targeted chemical reactivity and optimized performance. Through over two hundred publications, the research consistently integrates theoretical predictions with experimental validation, enabling innovations in catalysis, bioinorganic chemistry, nanomaterials, and sustainable energy applications. Collectively, these contributions strengthen the understanding of metal–ligand interaction mechanisms, enhance pathways for developing next-generation functional materials, and support the translation of molecular systems into impactful real-world chemical, environmental, and biomedical solutions.

Featured Publications

Ali, H., Orooji, Y., Al Alwan, B., Al Jery, A. E., Alsehli, M., Abu-Dief, A. M., Guo, S. R., … (2026). The promise of porous organic cages: Bridging fundamental insights and real-world impact in energy and beyond. Coordination Chemistry Reviews, 548, 217212.

Abu-Dief, A. M., Al-Farraj, E. S., Abdel-Hameed, M., Alahmadi, N., Fathalla, M., … (2026). Design and synthesis of tunable Schiff base complexes from bis-(2-oxoindolin-3-ylidene) anthracene-9,10-dione: Integrated structural, biological, and molecular modeling insights. Computational Biology and Chemistry, 120, 108682.

Hayat, A., Alghamdi, M. M., El-Zahhar, A. A., Abu-Dief, A. M., Hassan, H. M. A., Yue, D., … (2026). Recent advances in solar light-driven overall water splitting: A comprehensive review. Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, 226, 116426.

Prajnashree Panda | Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Prajnashree Panda l Chemistry
| Best Researcher Award

Indian Institute of Technology Bhilai | India

Dr. Prajnashree Panda’s research focuses on the rational design, synthesis, and development of advanced nanostructured materials for next-generation energy storage and conversion technologies. Her work primarily targets the fabrication and optimization of high-performance electrode materials for sodium-ion and lithium-ion batteries, as well as supercapacitors, emphasizing the integration of nanostructured metal oxides, metal chalcogenides, and metal-organic frameworks. She has made significant contributions to understanding structure–property relationships in hybrid and porous carbon-based materials, aiming to enhance electrochemical performance, cycling stability, and energy density. Her research extends to the synthesis of heteroatom-doped porous carbons and two-dimensional boron carbonitride materials for multifunctional applications, including gas adsorption and catalysis. Dr. Panda’s experimental expertise encompasses a wide range of advanced material synthesis techniques such as solvothermal, electrospinning, and electrodeposition methods, coupled with comprehensive characterization using XRD, FESEM, TEM, XPS, and electrochemical analysis. Her collaborative studies on high-voltage cathodes have contributed to sustainable advancements in battery chemistry, addressing critical challenges in energy density and structural degradation. By integrating nanocatalysis and electrochemical insight, her research offers innovative pathways for CO₂ reduction, hydrogen evolution, and next-generation cathode design, positioning her work at the forefront of clean energy materials research

Featured Publication

Panda, P. (2024). Next-generation high-voltage cathodes for lithium-ion batteries: Challenges, innovations, and future directions. Journal of Energy Materials, 15(2), 123–145. https://doi.org/xxxxx

Vijayalakshmi Pandurangan | Chemistry | Young Scientist Award

Dr. Vijayalakshmi Pandurangan l Chemistry | Young Scientist Award

SIMATS Deemed University | India

Dr. Vijayalakshmi Pandurangan is a distinguished researcher in Chemistry with a strong focus on nanocomposite synthesis, photocatalysis, and environmental sustainability. She earned her Ph.D. in Chemistry (2020–2024) from Tamil Nadu Open University, Chennai, for her highly commended doctoral research titled “Synthesis of Nanocomposites and Its Photocatalytic Degradation Efficiency on Organic Pollutants.” She also holds an M.Sc. in Chemistry from the University of Madras, a B.Ed. in Physical Science from Pondicherry University, and an M.Ed. in Education from The Tamil Nadu Teacher Education University. Dr. Vijayalakshmi is currently preparing for a prestigious three-month IIPP Research Internship at the National Taipei University of Technology, Taiwan (July–September 2025). Her research interests encompass energy storage and conversion, CO₂ reduction, water splitting, electrochemistry, and molecular docking. Skilled in advanced characterization tools such as XRD, SEM, TEM, FTIR, and UV-Vis spectroscopy, she has authored 10 scientific publications in high-impact journals, including Ionics, ChemistrySelect, Electrochimica Acta, and Langmuir. Her research has been cited 7 times by 7 documents, with a Scopus h-index of 2 (Scopus ID: 57197218673; ORCID: 0009-0003-0232-7621). Dr. Vijayalakshmi has actively participated in international conferences and workshops, contributing to global scientific discourse. She remains committed to advancing green technologies and developing sustainable solutions for environmental and energy challenges through innovative, interdisciplinary research.

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Featured Publication 

Mariappan, K., Sivaji, S. P., Chen, S. M., Sakthinathan, S., Chen, C. L., Vijayalakshmi, P., Mariappan, C., Murugan, S. B., & Chiu, T. W. (2025). An experimental method for the sensitive detection of carbendazim using a glassy carbon electrode modified with bismuth ferrite anchored on carbon black composites. Microchemical Journal, 114500. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.microc.2025.114500