Shiwani Singh | Polymer Chemistry | Women Researcher Award

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Ms. Shiwani Singh | Polymer Chemistry | Women Researcher Award

Banaras Hindu University | India

Ms. Shiwani Singh is a dedicated and passionate research scholar at Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, specializing in polymer science and materials chemistry. She holds an M.Sc. in Chemistry from the University of Allahabad, demonstrating exceptional academic performance. Shiwani is highly skilled in laboratory techniques including organic synthesis, recrystallization, handling reactive precursors, and characterizing materials using advanced instruments such as NMR, HRMS, GPC, TGA/DSC, TEM/DLS, XRD, and IR spectroscopy. She is proficient in MS Word, MS Excel, Origin, PowerPoint, and specialized NMR software such as JEOL and MNOVA, combining experimental expertise with data analysis skills. Her research focuses on polymer synthesis, including Free Radical Polymerization (FRP), Controlled Radical Polymerization (CRP), RAFT polymerization, hydrogels, and their applications. Shiwani has contributed to publications in high-impact journals such as ACS Applied Polymer Science, International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, and Journal of Applied Polymer Science, exploring topics like thermoresponsive RAFT block copolymers and pharmaceutical drug modification through co-crystallization. She has also presented her work at prestigious international conferences, showcasing her research in polymer science and material development. Shiwani is motivated by applying machine learning and data analysis techniques in chemical research, aiming to enhance the functionality and therapeutic potential of polymer-based materials, including their anticancer activity and cytotoxic behavior. Her research contributions have been cited by 55 documents across 11 publications, with an h-index of 4. Known for her analytical mindset, meticulous laboratory skills, and dedication to advancing scientific knowledge, Shiwani continues to pursue innovative research opportunities, contributing significantly to the fields of polymer chemistry and materials science.

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Featured Publications

Author(s). (2025). Hermite-Hadamard type inequalities for preinvex functions with applications. Korean Journal of Mathematics.

Katsiaryna Khainskaya | Polymer Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Mrs. Katsiaryna Khainskaya | Polymer Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Junior resercher | Institute of Chemistry of New Materials of the National Academy of Sciences of Belarus Belarus

Katsiaryna Khainskaya, born on July 23, 2001, in Minsk, Belarus, is a Junior Researcher at the Institute of Chemistry of New Materials, National Academy of Sciences of Belarus. A chemist specializing in polysaccharide derivatives and nanocomposites, her research focuses on developing functional materials for biomedical and environmental applications. She is proficient in advanced physicochemical analysis techniques including microscopy, spectrophotometry, and dynamic light scattering. Katsiaryna has authored peer-reviewed publications, presented at international conferences, and actively contributes to scientific projects on nanomaterials, drug delivery systems, and antibacterial coatings. She is also a member of the Council of Young Scientists.

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🎓 Education 

Katsiaryna completed her degree in Chemistry, Radiation Chemistry, and Radiochemistry at Belarusian State University (2018–2023), with intensive coursework in inorganic, analytical, organic, physical, colloidal, nanochemistry, and nuclear sciences. Her thesis focused on alginate-Ag nanocomposites with enrofloxacin for antibacterial applications. She also participated in specialized training, such as a 2021 course on radioactive waste processing at Rosatom Technical Academy and upcoming seminars on mucoadhesive chitosan nanoparticles.

💼 Experience 

Since August 2023, Katsiaryna has worked as a Junior Researcher at the Institute of Chemistry of New Materials in Minsk. Her role involves the synthesis of polysaccharide-phenolic acid conjugates and their application in drug delivery and biomedicine. She previously held a trainee position at the same institute in early 2023, gaining hands-on expertise in colloidal systems, silver nanoparticles, and bioactive encapsulation. Her technical proficiency spans lyophilization, atomic force microscopy, electrophoretic mobility, and spectroscopic analysis.

🏅 Awards and Honors 

Katsiaryna received the 3rd Place Diploma in the “Young Scientist of the IChNM of the NAS of Belarus” competition (2025). She earned numerous participation and presentation certificates from prestigious conferences including the 13th International Colloids Conference in Spain (2024), and “Youth in Science” in Belarus (2023 & 2024). She also completed a certified training on radioactive waste processing (2021) and presented original research at the BSTU faculty members conference (2025) on advanced antimicrobial coatings.

🔬 Research Focus 

Katsiaryna’s research centers on biopolymer-based nanocomposites, particularly chitosan and alginate systems conjugated with phenolic acids or silver nanoparticles. She explores their encapsulation abilities, mucoadhesive properties, and biomedical applications, such as targeted drug delivery, wound healing, and antibacterial therapy. Projects include designing multilayer mucoadhesive patches, encapsulated chlorophyll systems, and antibiotic-loaded hydrosols for aquaculture. She also collaborates on materials for surface modification and functional food additives using edible fungi-derived compounds.

đź“ť Conclusion

Katsiaryna Khainskaya is a promising, motivated, and impactful young scientist whose research on functional biopolymer materials and nanotechnology positions her well for recognition. Her innovative work, international exposure, and interdisciplinary skills make her a very suitable candidate for a Best Researcher Award—particularly in the Early Career or Young Investigator categories. With continued growth in independent leadership and global collaborations, she is well on track for sustained excellence in scientific research.

Publication

  1. Title: Chitosan-Gallic Acid Conjugate with Enhanced Functional Properties and Synergistic Wound Healing Effect
    Year: 2025
    Journal: Carbohydrate Research
    DOI: 10.1016/j.carres.2025.109496
    Contributors: Katsiaryna Khainskaya, Kseniya Hileuskaya, Viktoryia Nikalaichuk, Alena Ladutska, Oliy Akhmedov, Nadjiye Abrekova, Lijun You, Ping Shao, Munkhjargal Odonchimeg

 

  1. Title: Study of the Interaction Between Biogenic Alginate-Ag Nanoparticles and Enrofloxacin: Combinatory Antibacterial Effect and Nanocomposite Formation
    Year: 2024
    Journal: BioNanoScience
    DOI: 10.1007/s12668-023-01257-0
    Contributors: V. V. Nikalaichuk, K. V. Hiatsevich, Viktoryia Kulikouskaya, A. I. Ladutska, A. V. Sidarenka