🎓 Education
Doctor of Science in Chemistry Eskişehir Technical University, Türkiye (09/09/2019 – 09/03/2023). M.Sc. Organic Chemistry Anadolu University, Türkiye (18/10/2016 – 06/08/2019). B.Sc. Chemistry – Engineering University of Prishtina “Hasan Prishtina”, Kosovo (01/10/2013 – 29/08/2016)
🏫 Teaching Experience
Professor of Chemistry University for Business and Technology (UBT), Pristina, Kosovo (01/03/2022 – Present) Achieved title of Associate Professor in October 2023. Involved with the Faculty of Pharmacy and the Faculty of Food Sciences and Biotechnology.
🧪 Research & Work Experience
Education Studies Research Scientist Anadolu University, Eskisehir, Türkiye (01/10/2017 – 15/01/2022) Synthesized new oligopeptides-like structures with potential anti-HIV activity. Assisted students with IR, NMR, and MS analysis and data interpretation. Conducted research on novel compounds with potential biological activities (e.g., antibiotics, anticancer, anti-Alzheimer). Organic Chemist Gentipharm Pharmaceuticals, Drenas, Kosovo (01/06/2016 – 01/09/2016) Worked on synthesizing various medications, including herbal products and ointments.
🌟 Awards & Distinctions
KBC-North Maharashtra University Gold Medal for 1st in Chemistry-UG Level. Best Oral Presentation at M. J. College International Conference, Jalgaon (2016, 2020). Best Poster Award at Avishakar Research Competition (2015). Swarna Pursakar for Best Oral Presentation by National Academy of Science, Government of India (2017). Young Scientist Award by Indian Council of Chemist at Agra, India
🔬 Research Interests
Innovative Technologies and Social Impact Technology to support learning and teaching in resource-challenged contexts. Improving foundational education for underserved communities (reading literacy, numeracy, coding). Smart technologies for sustainable entrepreneurship models to empower marginalized young adults, especially women.