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Maira Amjad is a PhD candidate in Chemical Engineering at Clarkson University, specializing in electrochemical processes and nanomaterials. With a background in physics and chemistry, she has gained experience in various research projects focused on antibacterial applications and metal nanoparticle synthesis. Mairaās leadership roles include serving as President of the Electrochemical Society Student Chapter and Secretary of the Clarkson University Graduate Student Association. Her passion for academic and professional growth is reflected in her active participation in research, conferences, and student associations.
Profile
Scholar
Education š
Maira is currently pursuing a PhD in Chemical Engineering at Clarkson University (2023-Present) with a GPA of 3.68. She completed her undergraduate and master’s degrees in Physics from Lahore College for Women University, where she was involved in various research projects, particularly focusing on nanomaterials and their applications. Maira’s strong foundation in physics and chemistry has supported her successful transition into chemical engineering research.
Experience š§āš«
Maira has diverse teaching experience, including serving as a Physics Lecturer at Govt College in Pakistan (2017-2018) and as a Secondary School Physics Teacher (2018-2022). At Clarkson University, she worked as a Teaching Assistant in the Physics Lab (2022-2023). Additionally, she has been involved in individual research projects at Lahore College for Women University and the Center of Excellence in Solid State Physics, exploring antibacterial and nanoparticle applications.
Awards and Honors š
Maira has received several prestigious awards, including the Phalanx Leadership Award (2024), the Sustainability Prize for Poster Presentation at RAPS 2023, and the Best Graduate Poster Presentation Award in Novel Materials (2024). She was also recognized for her leadership contributions through her involvement in organizing events at Clarkson University and received certificates from multiple conferences and training programs.
Research Focus š
Mairaās research focuses on electrochemical processes, specifically studying glycolic acid oxidation, thiol deposition, and low-cost water electrolysis using supported iridium catalysts. She has explored the interaction of metal nanoparticles in various applications, including antibacterial activity and metal deposition for catalytic processes. Her work also includes studying the electrochemical behavior of transition metals and their interaction with oxides in catalyst design.
Conclusion š
Maira Amjad is a promising candidate for the Young Scientist Award due to her strong academic background, significant research contributions, leadership abilities, and international recognition. Her ongoing work in electrochemistry and sustainable technologies places her at the forefront of impactful scientific research. With continued development in research diversity and public engagement, she has the potential to make even more substantial contributions to her field and beyond.
Publications š
- In-Vivo Bactericidal Potential of Mangifera indica Mediated Silver Nanoparticles against Aeromonas hydrophila in Cirrhinus mrigala
- Authors: M.A. Raza, Z. Kanwal, S. Riaz, M. Amjad, S. Rasool, S. Naseem, N. Abbas, et al.
- Journal: Biomedicines, 11(8), 2272
- Cited by: 3
- Year: 2023
- Supported Iridium Catalysts for Low-cost Water Electrolysis
- Author: M.A. Ian T. McCrum
- Conference: CAMP Annual Technical Meeting 2024
- Year: 2024
- Understanding Atomic-scale Metal Anion Adsorbate Interactions and Their Role in Electrocatalytic Reactions on Platinum
- Authors: ITMC Mohamad Hasibul Hasan, Maira Amjad
- Conference: Annual Technical Meeting, Center for Advance Material Processing (CAMP) 2023
- Year: 2023