Kholoud saad Almogren | Nuclear physics | Best Researcher Award

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Dr.Ā  Kholoud saad Almogren | Nuclear physics | Best Researcher AwardĀ 

Dr at Princess Nourah bint AbdulRahman University,Ā  Saudi Arabia

Kholoud Saad Almugren is a prominent Professor of Nuclear and Radiation Physics at Princess Nourah Bint Abdulrahman University in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. With a distinguished career in experimental physics, she has held significant roles in research and administration, including serving as Dean of Scientific Research and as a member of several academic and advisory councils. Almugren has achieved notable recognition in radiation safety and innovation, pioneering Saudi womenā€™s representation in nuclear sciences. Her contributions span patents, international accolades, and active participation in scientific and womenā€™s leadership forums. Almugrenā€™s research and inventions focus on applications in nuclear physics, health, and technology innovation.

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šŸŽ“ Education

B.Sc. in Physics: Graduated top of her class from Princess Nourah Bint Abdulrahman University (PNU), Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. M.Sc. in Experimental Physics (Nuclear Energy & Radiation): Obtained at PNU in collaboration with King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology. Ph.D. in Nuclear Physics (Experimental Physics, Nuclear & Reactors): Awarded by PNU, collaborating with King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Center. Diplomas in English & Leadership: Includes an Oxford Executive Leadership Program and professional certifications in Online Teaching & Radiation Safety.

šŸ’¼ Professional Experience

Professor: Nuclear & Radiation Physics, PNU (2020-present). Dean of Scientific Research, PNU: (2019-2021) and active council member in research ethics and the College of Science. Advisor & Mentor: Womenā€™s Leadership Center, PNU (2021-present). Visiting Academic: Swansea Universityā€™s Renewable Energy Unit (2022-2027) and previous visiting researcher at University of Surrey. President: Joint Consultative Committee for Deans of Scientific Research, Ministry of Education (2020-2022).

šŸ† Awards & Honors

Saudi Pioneer in Radiation Safety: First Saudi woman licensed as an expert by K.A. CARE (2018). International Innovation Medals: Gold in Korean International Women Invention Exposition (2014) and Bronze in Moscow Salon “Archimedes” (2018). Patents in Technology & Health Innovation: Patents for the Portable Privacy Curtain and Automated Touchless Hand Sanitizer Dispenser. Leadership Excellence: LEWAS Academic Achievement Award (2022) and Arab Women Excellence Award in Technology & Innovation (2023). Recognitions in Scientific Leadership: Nourah Quality Contest (2020) and keynote speaker for ā€œWomen in Nuclear Scienceā€ forum in Kuala Lumpur (2021).

šŸ”¬ Research Focus

Almugrenā€™s research is dedicated to experimental nuclear physics, particularly in radiation safety, reactor physics, and radiological emergency response. Her work includes developing nuclear applications for health, enhancing safety standards, and promoting energy innovation. She actively contributes to patents and publications on nuclear physics applications, and her academic contributions include books on fundamental physics and translations for advanced scientific resources. Almugren is a member of international energy and nuclear safety associations, where she collaborates on advancing knowledge and policy in nuclear technology and its societal impact.

šŸ“ Conclusion

Dr. Kholoud Saad Almugren’s outstanding academic achievements, leadership roles, innovative contributions, and commitment to empowering women in science make her an exemplary candidate for the Best Researcher Award. Her proven track record in nuclear physics and her recognition on international platforms underline her significant impact in the field. By addressing some areas for improvement, she can further enhance her influence and continue to inspire future generations of scientists.

Publications Top Notes

  1. Antibacterial, antioxidant and physicochemical investigations of tin dioxide nanoparticles synthesized via microemulsion method
    Cited by: 44
    Year: 2021
    Source: Materials Research Express 8 (3), 035013

 

  1. Labyrinth double split open loop resonator based bandpass filter design for S, C and X-band application
    Cited by: 43
    Year: 2018
    Source: Journal of Physics D: Applied Physics 51 (26), 265102

 

  1. Elevated concentrations of metal (loids) in seaweed and the concomitant exposure to humans
    Cited by: 42
    Year: 2021
    Source: Foods 10 (2), 381

 

  1. Successive Photocatalytic Degradation of Methylene Blue by ZnO, CuO and ZnO/CuO Synthesized from Coriandrum sativum Plant Extract via Green Synthesis
    Cited by: 41
    Year: 2023
    Source: Crystals 13 (2), 281

 

  1. Design of miniaturized double-negative material for specific absorption rate reduction in human head
    Cited by: 41
    Year: 2014
    Source: PloS one 9 (10), e109947

 

  1. Enhancement of mechanical and corrosion resistance properties of electrodeposited Niā€“Pā€“TiC composite coatings
    Cited by: 40
    Year: 2021
    Source: Scientific reports 11 (1), 5327

 

  1. Reduction of 5G cellular network radiation in wireless mobile phone using an asymmetric square shaped passive metamaterial design
    Cited by: 40
    Year: 2021
    Source: Scientific Reports 11 (1), 2619

 

  1. Compact left-handed meta-atom for S-, C-and Ku-band application
    Cited by: 40
    Year: 2017
    Source: Applied Sciences 7 (10), 1071

 

  1. Comparative assessment of natural radionuclide content of cement brands used within Nigeria and some countries in the world
    Cited by: 40
    Year: 2014
    Source: Journal of Geochemical Exploration 142, 21-28

 

  1. Analysis of materials effects on radio frequency electromagnetic fields in human head
    Cited by: 40
    Year: 2012
    Source: Progress In Electromagnetics Research 128, 121-136

 

Rosa Elia Ortega Pelayo | Nuclear |Best Researcher Award

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Mrs. Rosa Elia Ortega Pelayo | Nuclear | Best Researcher Award

Rosa Elia Ortega Pelayo is a Research Scientist at Canadian Nuclear Laboratories (CNL) with a MASc in Mechanics and Mechatronics Engineering from the University of Waterloo and a Bachelor’s in Mechatronics Engineering from ITESM University. At CNL, she focuses on machine learning applications in nuclear systems, developing computer models, and designing control systems. Rosa excels in project management, compliance, and mentoring. She has previously worked on oxide film formation and aluminum casting, and has strong programming skills in C++, Python, and R. She is recognized for her detail-oriented approach and problem-solving abilities.

Publication profile

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šŸŽ“ Education

MASc in Mechanics and Mechatronics Engineering, University of Waterloo, ON (Sept. 2010 ā€“ Nov. 2012). Bachelor in Mechatronics Engineering, ITESM University, Guadalajara, Mexico (Aug. 2005 ā€“ May 2010). Best Marks of the 2010 Mechatronics Class. Outstanding Performance on CENEVAL Graduation Test

šŸ’¼ Professional Experience

Nov. 2013 – Present: Research Scientist and Engineer, Fluids Engineering Branch, Canadian Nuclear Laboratories (CNL), Chalk River, ON Investigating ML techniques on reactor data Developing computer models for nuclear systems Designing and testing control systems Project management and compliance with safety regulations Mentoring junior staff and writing research proposals. Dec. 2012 ā€“ Oct. 2013: Research Assistant, Mechanics and Mechatronics Department, University of Waterloo, ON Research on oxide film formation and characterization. Sep. 2010 ā€“ Nov. 2012: MASc Student Researcher, Aluminum Fusion Casting Project, University of Waterloo/Novelis Global Technology Center, Kingston, ON Designed testing procedures and control systems, Conducted metallographic analysis. Jan. 2012 ā€“ Apr. 2012: Teacher Assistant, University of Waterloo, ON, Planned tutorials and lab exercises, Provided guidance and feedback to students. Jan. 2010 ā€“ May 2010: Latin America Education Researcher, ITESM University, Guadalajara, Mexico Collected and analyzed data Presented reports to directors of engineering graduate programs

šŸ› ļø Skills and Expertise

Proficient in Microsoft Office, Solid Edge, Solid Works, C++, Matlab, LabView, Python, and R, Experience with passive cooling systems and nuclear research, Strong problem-solving, critical thinking, and project management skills, Comfortable in both team and individual work environments

šŸ… Academic Awards

Best Marks in Mechatronics Class, ITESM University (May 2010), Outstanding Performance on CENEVAL Graduation Test (March 2010)

 

Publication top notes

  1. Title: Structural integrity assessment of CANDU pressure tubes using Sobol indices for global sensitivity analysis
    Authors: Ortega Pelayo, R.E., El Bouzidi, S., Trottier, A., Forgues, F., Pfeiffer, S.
    Journal: Nuclear Engineering and Design
    Year: 2024
    Volume: 428, Article 113499

 

  1. Title: A computational framework for probabilistic structural assessments of reactor components requiring complex code workflows
    Authors: El Bouzidi, S., Forgues, F., Ortega Pelayo, R.E., Trottier, A., Pfeiffer, S.
    Journal: Nuclear Engineering and Design
    Year: 2024
    Volume: 418, Article 112884

 

 

Isidoro Gutierrez-Alvarez | Radioactividad ambiental | Best Researcher Award

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Ā Dr. Isidoro Gutierrez-Alvarez | Hematological Disorders | Best Researcher Award

Dr at Isidoro Gutierrez-Alvarez University of Huelva Spain

I began my research career with an internship at the Atmospheric Sounding Station (ESAt) in El Arenosillo, MazagĆ³n (Huelva), part of the National Institute of Aerospace Technology (INTA). During this stay, I applied my programming knowledge to extract meteorological information from NASA’s MERRA-2 model and became familiar with the “Weather Research and Forecasting” (WRF) atmospheric simulation model, widely used for high-resolution atmospheric simulations. This contact with INTA has been maintained throughout my research career, conducting joint studies between the University of Huelva and INTA. šŸŒ¦ļøšŸŒ

Later, I expanded these capabilities with the use of Lagrangian atmospheric dispersion models such as HYSPLIT and FLEXPART, which I used to study in detail the behavior of radon around the city of Huelva. Thanks to these models, we were able to simulate the transport behavior of radon from the phosphogypsum ponds to the city of Huelva, identifying that breeze events allowed the recirculation of air masses and their gradual enrichment in radon. These studies were published in two research articles in first-quartile journals. šŸŒ¬ļøšŸ”

During my Ph.D., I not only studied atmospheric radon but also the radon exhalation rates from the phosphogypsum repository. During this stage, I designed and built two reference soils for measuring exhalation rates, which are used to calibrate and verify the correct functioning of radon measuring equipment, especially those focused on radon exhalation. These reference soils demonstrated that it is necessary to insert the accumulation chamber a few centimeters when measuring exhalations to avoid significant leaks through the exhalation material itself. This research resulted in two articles, one of which was published in a first-decile journal. šŸŒ±šŸ“Š

Additionally, due to my knowledge of data analysis and programming, I have closely collaborated on other projects carried out by the FRYMA research group. Notably, I actively participated in obtaining and analyzing results in the works of Dr. Guerrero MĆ”rquez. šŸ¤šŸ’»

So far, I have supervised three undergraduate theses (TFG) and two master’s theses (TFM), and another two are expected to be defended in September 2023, totaling seven TFG/TFM. Moreover, I am co-director of a doctoral thesis titled ā€œDevelopment and improvement of techniques to characterize the properties of 222Rn in materials and construction systems; modeling the behavior of 222Rn inside homes,ā€ where I play a major role in the academic supervision due to my familiarity with the subject. šŸ“œšŸ 

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šŸ“šAcademic Background

Degree University Year
Ph.D. Universidad de Huelva 2020
Master in Renewable Distributed Energy Universidad de CĆ³rdoba 2017
Bachelor’s Degree in Physics Universidad de Sevilla 2015

Previous Professional Experience

Period | Position / Institution / Country / Reason for Interruption — | — | — 2016-2020 | Predoctoral Researcher / Universidad de Huelva / Spain 2020-2022 | Postdoctoral Researcher / Universidad de Huelva / Spain 2022 | Postdoctoral Researcher (Margarita Salas Fellowship) / Universidad de Cantabria / Spain 2023-Present | Postdoctoral Researcher (Margarita Salas Fellowship) / Universidad de Huelva / Spain

Publications Top Notes šŸ“

  1. Greenhouse gases in the tall tower of El Arenosillo station in Southwestern Europe: First-year of measurements
    • Authors: J.A. Adame, R. Padilla, I. GutiĆ©rrez-Ɓlvarez, et al.
    • Journal: Atmospheric Research
    • Year: 2024
    • Volume: 299
    • Article: 107221
  2. Surface ozone trends reversal for June and December in an Atlantic natural coastal environment
    • Authors: J.A. Adame, I. GutiĆ©rrez-Ɓlvarez, A. Notario, M. Yela
    • Journal: Environmental Science and Pollution Research
    • Year: 2024
    • Volume: 31
    • Issue: 11
    • Pages: 17461-17471
  3. Behavior of 222Rn, 220Rn and their progenies along a daily cycle for different meteorological situations: Implications on atmospheric aerosol residence times and Rn daughters’ equilibrium factors
    • Authors: A. Barba-Lobo, I. GutiĆ©rrez-Ɓlvarez, J.A. Adame, E.G. San Miguel, J.P. BolĆ­var
    • Journal: Journal of Hazardous Materials
    • Year: 2024
    • Volume: 464
    • Article: 132998
    • Citations: 1
  4. Control of Radon Flux of an Inactive Uranium Mill Facility in Spain
    • Authors: I. Fuente, C. Sainz, L. QuindĆ³s, et al.
    • Journal: Atmosphere
    • Year: 2023
    • Volume: 14
    • Issue: 10
    • Article: 1536
  5. A methodology to determine 212Pb, 212Bi, 214Pb and 214Bi in atmospheric aerosols; Application to precisely obtain aerosol residence times and Rn-daughtersā€™ equilibrium factors
    • Authors: A. Barba-Lobo, I. GutiĆ©rrez-Ɓlvarez, E.G. San Miguel, J.P. BolĆ­var
    • Journal: Journal of Hazardous Materials
    • Year: 2023
    • Volume: 445
    • Article: 130521
    • Citations: 5
  6. Surface ozone trends at El Arenosillo observatory from a new perspective
    • Authors: J.A. Adame, I. GutiĆ©rrez-Ɓlvarez, P. Cristofanelli, J.P. BolĆ­var, M. Yela
    • Journal: Environmental Research
    • Year: 2022
    • Volume: 214
    • Article: 113887
    • Citations: 4
  7. A simple and precise methodology to determine particulate matter mass in atmospheric filters; validation and application cases
    • Authors: A. Barba-Lobo, I. GutiĆ©rrez-Ɓlvarez, J.A. Adame, J.P. BolĆ­var
    • Journal: Environmental Research
    • Year: 2022
    • Volume: 214
    • Article: 113817
    • Citations: 3
  8. Use of a fuzzy qualitative model to reanalyze radon relationship with atmospheric variables in a coastal area near a NORM repository
    • Authors: I. GutiĆ©rrez-Ɓlvarez, J. Aroba, J.E. MartĆ­n, J.A. Adame, J.P. BolĆ­var
    • Journal: Environmental Technology and Innovation
    • Year: 2022
    • Volume: 28
    • Article: 102619
    • Citations: 2