Assist prof Dr.Elham Naghashzargar | Textile | Best Researcher Award

Assist Prof Dr Elham Naghashzargar University of Bonab, Iran

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Evaluation of Elham Naghashzargar for the Best Research Award

Strengths for the Award

1. Academic Excellence:
   • Elham Naghashzargar has demonstrated consistent academic excellence throughout her educational journey, securing top ranks in her Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD programs in Textile Engineering at Isfahan University of Technology (IUT). Her GPA reflects her strong academic performance, and she has been recognized with several awards for her outstanding achievements.
2. Research Experience:
   • She has significant research experience, particularly in the field of biotextiles, nanofibers, and tissue engineering. Her PhD thesis on “Designing and Modeling the Silk/P3HB Hybrid Yarn Scaffold for Tendon and Ligament Tissue Engineering” is a clear indicator of her deep engagement with cutting-edge research topics.
3. Publications:
   • Naghashzargar has an impressive list of publications, including several papers in reputed journals. Her work spans a variety of topics within her field, including scaffold design for tissue engineering, nanofiber electrospinning, and the mechanical properties of textile materials. These publications demonstrate her ability to contribute valuable knowledge to the field.
4. Professional Experience:
   • Her professional experience includes roles in academia as an Assistant Professor and various industry positions, where she managed labs, was responsible for quality control, and worked on product development. This blend of academic and industry experience adds significant value to her research, providing practical insights into her academic work.
5. Teaching and Mentorship:
   • Naghashzargar has substantial teaching experience, having served as a teaching assistant and lecturer for various courses related to textile engineering and garment design. This experience highlights her commitment to education and mentorship, which are essential qualities for a research award candidate.

Areas for Improvement

1. International Collaboration:
   • Although she has had a visiting research period in Italy, there could be further opportunities to enhance her international exposure and collaborations. Engaging in more international projects, conferences, or partnerships could broaden her research impact and visibility on a global scale.
2. Interdisciplinary Research:
   • While her work in biotextiles and tissue engineering is commendable, expanding her research into more interdisciplinary areas, such as integrating advanced materials or exploring new applications of smart textiles, could enhance her research portfolio.
3. Funding and Grants:
   • Securing more competitive research grants or funding, particularly from international or prestigious sources, could be an area to focus on. This would not only support her research but also elevate her standing in the academic and scientific communities.

🎓 Education

Ph.D. (Sep. 2009-May. 2014) Textile Engineering (Textile Technology), Isfahan University of Technology (IUT), GPA: 18.79/20 Thesis title: “Designing and Modeling the Silk/P3HB Hybrid Yarn Scaffold for Tendon and Ligament Tissue Engineering”. Visiting Research Period (Feb. 2013-July. 2013) BioMatLab, Department of Chemistry, Materials and Chemical Engineering “G. Natta”, Politecnico di Milano, Milano, Italy. M.S. (Sep. 2005-Feb. 2008). Textile Engineering (Textile Technology), Isfahan University of Technology (IUT), GPA: 18.89/20 Thesis title: “Study on the Effect of Multifilament Spreading on the Properties of Composite Ring Spun Yarn” (Thesis score: 19.20/20). B.S. (Sep. 2001-Sep. 2005) Textile Engineering (Textile Technology), Isfahan University of Technology (IUT), GPA: 16.28/20 Thesis title: “Study on the Effects of Yarn Twist and Yarn Count on Hairiness and Friction Properties in Polyester-Viscose Ring Spun Yarns”(Thesis score: 19.50/20) Diploma (1998-2001) Mathematics & Physics, Beheshtaeen, Isfahan, Iran. GPA: 19.25/20

🔬 Research Interests

Biotextile . Electrospinning. Nanofibers.Smart Textile.

🏆 Honors &awards

2nd rank among M.S. graduates, Discipline of Textile Technology, IUT, 2008. Outstanding B.S. graduate award: Admission for M.S. program without participation in the national entrance exam, IUT, 2005. Outstanding M.Sc. graduate award: Admission for Ph.D. program without participation in the national entrance exam, IUT, 2009.3rd rank among B.S. graduates, Discipline of Textile Technology, IUT, 2005. Nationwide M.Sc. entrance exam ranked 2nd among more than 1000 participants, February 2004. Nationwide B.Sc. entrance exam ranked 4180 among more than 450,000 participants, Sept. 2002.

💼 Work Experiences

Assistant Professor (Aug. 2018 – Present) University of Bonab, Faculty of Engineering, Textile Engineering Group, Bonab, Iran. Part-time Worker (July 2008 – Feb. 2013) Goharbafan Co., Morchekhort Industrial Area, Isfahan, Iran Company’s activity: Manufacturing car seat covers My activities: Managing company’s labQuality responsibleProduct responsibleFull-time Worker (Aug. 2014 – Feb. 2015) Savis Spadana Co., Morchekhort Industrial Area, Isfahan, IranCompany’s activity: Manufacturing textured yarnMy activities:Managing company’s labQuality responsibleFull-time Worker (Feb. 2015 – Aug. 2017)Yekta Fallah Co., Koopa, Isfahan, IranCompany’s activity: Manufacturing ring spinning yarnMy activities:Managing company’s labQuality Control responsibleFull-time Worker (Aug. 2017 – Aug. 2018)Main Office of Mahabadriss Co., Tehran, IranCompany’s activity: Manufacturing ring spinning yarnMy activities:Commercial sectionInternship (2005)Vatan Spinning and Weaving Factory3 months period workin with spinning, weaving, printing, and finishing machines

 

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