Saa hosseinzadeh | structural health monitoring | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Saa hosseinzadeh | structural health monitoring | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor at golestan University, gorgan, golestan, Iran.

Dr. Seyed Ali Asghar Hosseinzadeh is an Assistant Professor of Civil Engineering at Golestan University, Iran, specializing in structural and earthquake engineering. He earned his Ph.D. in Structural Engineering from Amirkabir University of Technology, with a focus on seismic behavior of steel plate shear walls. His research areas include thin-walled structures, seismic retrofitting, and finite element modeling. With extensive teaching experience, Dr. Hosseinzadeh has supervised numerous M.Sc. and Ph.D. students and has worked on significant retrofitting projects, including the vulnerability assessment of bridges on Hemmat Highway in Tehran.

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šŸŽ“ Education

Ph.D. in Structural Engineering ā€“ Amirkabir University of Technology, Tehran, Iran (2007-2012) Thesis: Seismic Behavior of Steel Plate Shear Walls with Window and Door-Type Openings. M.Sc. in Earthquake Engineering ā€“ Amirkabir University of Technology, Tehran, Iran (2004-2006)
Thesis: Buckling and Post-Buckling Behavior of Cracked Shear Panels. B.Sc. in Civil Engineering ā€“ Amirkabir University of Technology, Tehran, Iran (2000-2004)

šŸ§Ŗ Research Interests

  • Thin-Walled Structures
  • Seismic Retrofitting of Structures and Bridges
  • Linear and Nonlinear Seismic Behavior of Structural Systems
  • Finite Element Modeling (FEM)
  • Soil-Structure Interaction (SSI)
  • Earthquake Energy Dissipation Systems

šŸ… Honors

  • Ranked 2nd among B.Sc. Civil Engineering Students at Amirkabir University of Technology (2003)

šŸ”§ Professional Experience

Assistant Professor ā€“ Golestan University (2014-Present). Project Manager ā€“ Retrofitting Bridges on Hemmat Highway, Tehran (2007-2010. Assistant in Retrofitting Department ā€“ Transportation Research Institute, Tehran (2010-2011)

šŸ“š Teaching Experience

Undergraduate Courses: Static, Dynamics, Structural Analysis, Solid Mechanics, Steel Structure Design, Bridge Engineering, etc. Graduate Courses: Theory of Plate and Thin-Walled Structures, Seismic Design, Soil-Structure Interaction, Seismic Risk Analysis

šŸ‘Øā€šŸŽ“ Student Supervision

M.Sc. Thesis Supervision: Topics include steel shear walls, foundation uplift, seismic behavior, and diversion dam stresses. Ph.D. Thesis Supervision: Co-supervised research on the behavior of steel shear walls with openings.

Publication

  1. Introduction of Stiffened Large Rectangular Openings in Steel Plate Shear Walls
    • Authors: S.A.A. Hosseinzadeh, M. Tehranizadeh
    • Published in: Journal of Constructional Steel Research
    • Citations: 99 (2012)

 

  1. Influence of Central Cracks on Buckling and Post-Buckling Behavior of Shear Panels
    • Authors: M.M. Alinia, S.A.A. Hosseinzadeh, H.R. Habashi
    • Published in: Thin-Walled Structures
    • Citations: 92 (2007)

 

  1. Numerical Modelling for Buckling Analysis of Cracked Shear Panels
    • Authors: M.M. Alinia, S.A.A. Hosseinzadeh, H.R. Habashi
    • Published in: Thin-Walled Structures
    • Citations: 87 (2007)

 

  1. The Wallā€“Frame Interaction Effect in Steel Plate Shear Wall Systems
    • Authors: S.A.A. Hosseinzadeh, M. Tehranizadeh
    • Published in: Journal of Constructional Steel Research
    • Citations: 51 (2014)

 

  1. Behavioral Characteristics of Code-Designed Steel Plate Shear Wall Systems
    • Authors: S.A.A. Hosseinzadeh, M. Tehranizadeh
    • Published in: Journal of Constructional Steel Research
    • Citations: 49 (2014)

 

  1. Buckling and Post-Buckling Strength of Shear Panels Degraded by Near-Border Cracks
    • Authors: M.M. Alinia, S.A.A. Hosseinzadeh, H.R. Habashi
    • Published in: Journal of Constructional Steel Research
    • Citations: 44 (2008)

 

  1. Behavior of Steel Plate Shear Walls with Stiffened Full-Height Rectangular Openings
    • Authors: M.A. Barkhordari, S.A.A. Hosseinzadeh, M. Seddighi
    • Published in: Asian Journal of Civil Engineering
    • Citations: 27 (2014)

 

  1. Behavior of FRP-Reinforced Steel Plate Shear Walls with Various Reinforcement Designs
    • Authors: M. Seddighi
    • Published in: Steel and Composite Structures
    • Citations: 11 (2019)

 

  1. A Novel Unsupervised Deep Learning Approach for Vibration-Based Damage Diagnosis Using a Multi-Head Self-Attention LSTM Autoencoder
    • Authors: S. Ghazimoghadam, S.A.A. Hosseinzadeh
    • Published in: Measurement
    • Citations: 9 (2024)

Conclusion āœØ

Dr. Seyed Ali Asghar Hosseinzadeh is a well-established researcher in the field of structural and earthquake engineering with significant practical contributions, particularly in the seismic retrofitting of critical infrastructure. His focus on thin-walled structures and energy dissipation systems aligns well with the ongoing need for seismic safety. With increased international visibility and the integration of emerging technologies, he could further strengthen his candidacy for the Best Researcher Award. His solid academic foundation and practical experience make him a strong contender for this accolade.

 

Cem Erkmen | Electrochemical Sensors | Young Scientist Award

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Assist Prof Dr. Cem Erkmen | Electrochemical Sensors | Young Scientist Award

PHD at Istanbul Aydin University , Turkey

Dr. Cem Erkmen is an Assistant Professor of Analytical Chemistry at Istanbul Aydın University, specializing in separation techniques, biosensors, and drug analysis. He completed his Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry at Ankara University in 2022 and has received multiple research scholarships from TƜBÄ°TAK and YƖK. Dr. Erkmenā€™s research focuses on HPLC, electrochemistry, and aptasensors, particularly for detecting biomarkers. With an h-index of 13 and over 500 citations, he has authored numerous peer-reviewed articles in leading journals. He also serves as the Head of the Department of Basic Pharmaceutical Sciences at Istanbul Aydın University.

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šŸŽ“ Education

Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry ā€“ Ankara University (2022). M.Sc. in Analytical Chemistry ā€“ Ankara University (2017). B.S. in Chemical Engineering ā€“ Gazi University (2014). B.S. in Business Administration ā€“ Anadolu University (2018)

šŸ› Academic and Administrative Experience

Assistant Professor ā€“ Istanbul Aydın University (2024 ā€“ Present). Head of Department ā€“ Basic Pharmaceutical Sciences, Istanbul Aydın University (2024 ā€“ Present). Faculty Council Member ā€“ Istanbul Aydın University (2024 ā€“ Present)

šŸ§Ŗ Research Interests

  • Separation Techniques, HPLC, Drug Analysis
  • Spectrophotometry, Electrochemistry
  • Biosensors, Nanosensors, Aptasensors
  • Method Validation, Biomarker Determination

šŸ“Š Citation Metrics

  • h-index: 13 (Web of Science & Scopus)
  • Citations: 464 (Web of Science), 592 (Scopus)

Publication

    1. Frontiers in Electrochemical Enzyme-Based Biosensors for Food and Drug Analysis
      • Authors: S. Kurbanoglu, C. Erkmen, B. Uslu
      • Published in: TrAC Trends in Analytical Chemistry
      • Citations: 123 (2020)
      • Focuses on the advancements in enzyme-based biosensors for the analysis of food and drugs.

     

    1. Molecularly Imprinted Polymers (MIPs) Combined with Nanomaterials for Electrochemical Sensing Applications
      • Authors: S. Rahman, B. Bozal-Palabiyik, D. N. Unal, C. Erkmen, et al.
      • Published in: Trends in Environmental Analytical Chemistry
      • Citations: 70 (2022)
      • Discusses the use of MIPs and nanomaterials for detecting environmental pollutants.

     

    1. Fabrication of Poly(3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene)-Iridium Oxide Nanocomposite-Based Tyrosinase Biosensor
      • Authors: C. Erkmen, S. Kurbanoglu, B. Uslu
      • Published in: Sensors and Actuators B: Chemical
      • Citations: 47 (2020)
      • Describes a biosensor for detecting catechol and azinphos methyl.

     

    1. Modified Indium Tin Oxide Electrodes: Applications in Pharmaceutical, Biological, Environmental, and Food Analysis
      • Authors: H. Silah, C. Erkmen, E. Demir, B. Uslu
      • Published in: TrAC Trends in Analytical Chemistry
      • Citations: 45 (2021)
      • Explores the electrochemical applications of modified indium tin oxide electrodes.

     

    1. Molecularly Imprinted Electrochemical Sensors for Pharmaceutical Applications
      • Authors: B. Bozal-Palabiyik, C. Erkmen, B. Uslu
      • Published in: Current Pharmaceutical Analysis
      • Citations: 34 (2020)
      • Focuses on electrochemical sensors based on ortho-phenylenediamine polymerization.

     

    1. Tyrosinase Nanobiosensor for Detection of Hormone Drugs
      • Authors: C. Erkmen, Y. Demir, S. Kurbanoglu, B. Uslu
      • Published in: Sensors and Actuators B: Chemical
      • Citations: 25 (2021)
      • Introduces a tyrosinase-based biosensor for hormone drug detection.

     

    1. Analytical Methods for Ī²-Blockers: An Overview
      • Authors: S. Yıldırım, C. Erkmen, B. Uslu
      • Published in: Critical Reviews in Analytical Chemistry
      • Citations: 21 (2022)
      • Reviews analytical methods used for detecting Ī²-blockers over the last decade.

     

    1. Electroanalytical Methods for Determining Pesticides Using Bimetallic Nanomaterials
      • Authors: C. K. Dindar, C. Erkmen, B. Uslu
      • Published in: Trends in Environmental Analytical Chemistry
      • Citations: 19 (2021)
      • Covers the use of bimetallic nanomaterials in pesticide detection.

Cristina DINU | Analytical Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Mrs. Cristina DINU | Analytical Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Mrs at National Research and Development Institute for Industrial Ecology ECOIND,Ā  Romania

Dr. Cristina Dinu is a Senior Scientific Researcher at the National Research and Development Institute for Industrial Ecology (ECOIND) in Bucharest, Romania, with expertise in environmental protection and analytical chemistry. She holds a PhD in Chemical Engineering (2019) from the Polytechnic University of Bucharest, with a focus on soil, vegetation, and water characterization. Dr. Dinu specializes in pollution control, metal detection in environmental samples, and developing analytical methods, particularly using ICP-EOS and AAS. With over 16 years of experience, she has contributed to national and international environmental projects and published multiple scientific articles.

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Education šŸŽ“

Cristina Dinu earned her Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from the University Politehnica of Bucharest in December 2019, defending her thesis titled “Identificarea unor caracteristici ale solurilor, vegetației si apelor prin metode fizico-chimice.” She completed a Masterā€™s degree in Therapeutic Chemistry from the University of Bucharest (2001-2003) and a Bachelorā€™s degree in Chemistry, specializing in Organic Chemistry, from the same institution (1997-2001). Her academic background is strongly rooted in applied physical chemistry and electrochemistry, providing a solid foundation for her extensive research career in environmental chemistry.

Experience šŸ’¼

Cristina has worked at ECOIND since 2008, advancing from Analytical Chemist to Senior Scientific Researcher (Grade II). Her work primarily involves validating analytical methods for detecting metals in environmental samples through techniques such as UV-VIS, AAS, and ICP-OES. She has contributed to research projects focused on bioaccumulation studies, pollution control, and the validation of new methods for detecting hazardous substances. In her current role, she leads research on the physical-chemical characterization of water, soil, and waste, and participates in collaborative national and international environmental protection initiatives.

Awards and Honors šŸ†

Cristinaā€™s scientific contributions have earned her recognition, including a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering for her work on identifying soil, vegetation, and water characteristics through physical-chemical methods. She has consistently contributed to national and international environmental projects and has been acknowledged for her work in analytical chemistry. Her expertise in validating analytical methods and pollution control techniques has made her a key figure in several prominent environmental protection initiatives, although specific awards and honors are not listed in her CV.

Research Focus šŸ”¬

Cristina Dinuā€™s research focuses on environmental pollution control, particularly in monitoring and analyzing metal contaminants in water, soil, and waste. She has conducted extensive bioaccumulation studies involving the translocation of toxic metals from polluted soils into aromatic and medicinal plants. Cristina has also validated new analytical methods, such as FIAS-ICP-EOS, for the detection of hazardous substances. Her work supports environmental protection efforts by ensuring compliance with national and international regulations and improving the physical-chemical characterization of environmental pollutants.

Publication

  1. Exploring adsorption dynamics of heavy metals onto varied commercial microplastic substrates: Isothermal models and kinetics analysis
    Tenea, A.-G., Dinu, C., Rus, P.A., Pascu, L.F., Chiriac, F.L.
    Heliyon
    2024

 

  1. Fate of pharmaceutical residue in two Romanian rivers receiving treated water: Occurrence, distribution and risk assessment
    Chiriac, F.L., Paun, I., Iancu, V.-I., Niculescu, M., Petre, V.A.
    Science of the Total Environment
    2024

 

  1. Occurrence and distribution of azole antifungal agents in eight urban Romanian waste water treatment plants
    Iancu, V.-I., Chiriac, L.-F., Paun, I., Pascu, L.F., Niculescu, M.
    Science of the Total Environment
    2024

 

  1. Removal Efficiency and Adsorption Kinetics of Methyl Orange from Wastewater by Commercial Activated Carbon
    Serban, G.V., Iancu, V.I., Dinu, C., Ionescu, I., Chiriac, F.L.
    Sustainability (Switzerland)
    2023

 

  1. Electrochemical System for Field Control of Hg2+ Concentration in Wastewater Samples
    Tenea, A.-G., Dinu, C., Buica, G.-O., Vasile, G.-G.
    Sensors
    2023

 

  1. Bioavailability, accumulation and distribution of toxic metals (As, Cd, Ni and Pb) and their impact on Sinapis alba plant nutrient metabolism
    Vasile, G.-G., Tenea, A.-G., Dinu, C., Mureseanu, M., Pascu, L.F.
    International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health
    2021

 

  1. Toxic metals (As, Cd, Ni, Pb) impact in the most common medicinal plant (Mentha piperita)
    Dinu, C., Gheorghe, S., Tenea, A.G., Serban, E.A., Pascu, L.F.
    International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health
    2021

 

  1. Behavior of Cd accumulation in Sinapis alba L. in the presence of essential elements (Ca, Mg, Fe, Zn, Mn, Cu, Ni)
    Tenea, A.G., Vasile, G.G., Dinu, C., Mureseanu, M., Ene, C.
    Revista de Chimie
    2020

Conclusion

Cristina Dinuā€™s significant scientific contributions, technical proficiency, and ongoing dedication to environmental research make her a well-deserving candidate for a Best Researcher Award. She continuously contributes to the field, addressing critical issues in environmental pollution control and sustainability.