Pola Oppenheimer | Chemical Engineering | FutureLeaders Research Achievement Award

Prof. Pola Oppenheimer ā€Œ |Chemical Engineering|Ā  FutureLeaders Research Achievement Award

Prof at Chemical Engineering, United Kingdom

I am a dedicated Chemical Engineering professional with a robust educational foundation from the United Kingdom. My expertise spans various aspects of chemical engineering, including process design, optimization, and safety. I have a strong track record of contributing to innovative projects and research initiatives, demonstrating a commitment to advancing the field. My practical experience is complemented by excellent problem-solving skills and a keen eye for detail, allowing me to effectively address complex engineering challenges. I am passionate about leveraging my knowledge and skills to drive sustainable and efficient engineering solutions.

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šŸŽ“ Education Background

Sept. 2015 – Sep. 2018: Ph.D., Cheeloo College of Medicine, Shandong University, Sept. 2013 – Sep. 2015: Master, Cheeloo College of Medicine, Shandong University, Sept. 2008 – Jun. 2013: Bachelor of Medicine, Jining Medical College, Sept. 2005 – Jun. 2008: Qingdao No.2 Middle School

šŸŽ“ Education Background

2008-2012: PhD in Physics, University of Cambridge with Springer Award for Recognition of Scientific Excellence, Cavendish Laboratories, Churchill College, Cambridge, UK. 2006-2008: MPhil in Nanotechnology and Engineering, Ben-Gurion University (1st Class Honours). 2002-2006: BSc in Chemistry, Ben-Gurion University (1st Class Honours). 2002-2006: BSc in Chemical Engineering, Ben-Gurion University, Israel (1st Class Honours). 2016: Medici Enterprise Training Programme, Enterprise Acceleration and Translation, UK. 2015: Masters in Learning and Teaching, Higher Education Academy, UK. 2013: Masters in Leadership and Management, Level 3, Institute of Leadership, Cambridge

šŸ’¼ Career to Date

2021-Curre0 Comments in moderationnt:Ā Professor in Microengineering and Bionanotechnology, School of Chemical Engineering. 2018-2021:Ā Reader in Microengineering and Bionanotechnology, School of Chemical Engineering and Healthcare Technologies Institute, University of Birmingham, UK. 2016-2021:Ā Royal Academy of Engineering Research Fellow, London, UK. 2013-2018:Ā Birmingham Fellow, School of Chemical Engineering, University of Birmingham, UK. 2012-2013:Ā Research Fellow, Department of Electrical Engineering, Centre of Advanced Photonics and Electronics (CAPE), University of Cambridge, Cambridge, UK. 2022-Current: Director of Engineering and Physical Science College Graduate School, University of Birmingham, UK

šŸ… Honors, Awards, and Evidence of Esteem

2023: Achievement Medal in Biomedical Engineering Finalist, Institute of Engineering and Technology, UK. 2022: British Biophysical Society Louise Johnson Award and Medal, UK. 2022: Cover Story on the World’s Leaders Magazine in the yearly special edition of the ā€˜Most Influential Women in Techā€™ around the world. 2021: Royal Society of Chemistry Beilby Medal and Prize, Materials Chemistry Division, RSC, UK. 2020: Case Study Commissioned by the Royal Academy of Engineering, London, UK. 2020: News Releases: ā€˜New Device for Detecting Traumatic Brain Injury ‘On the Spot’. 2020: TechWomen100 National Award for senior influential women across UK in Technology and Industry. 2020: ISSF for EPSRC Case Study, Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council, UK. 2019: Honoured in the ā€˜Birmingham Heroesā€™ in Healthcare Technologies Campaign, UK. 2019: International Women in Engineering Honour – ā€˜Transforming the Future of Science and Engineeringā€™, UK. 2018: All Party Parliamentary Engineering Group – House of Lords, London. Invited as envoy at the discussion, hosted by Professor the Lord Broers, regarding the Governmentā€™s Year of Engineering campaign to discuss ways we are tackling the engineering skills gap and to help widen the pool of young people who join the profession. Stephen Metcalfe MP, Government Ambassador for the Year of Engineering, discussed why the sector is of such vital importance. 2017: ā€˜Voice of the Futureā€™, House of Commons Science & Technology Award, Parliament, London, Representing the Royal Academy of Engineering at session of the government Ministers of State for Research and Innovation, pitching questions to the Minister of State for Universities, Science, Research and Innovation, J. Johnson, MP. 2016: BBC1 News Release: ā€˜A breakthrough blood test for brain injuriesā€™ & BBC 95.6FM Radio Interview. 2016: Royal Academy of Engineering Research Fellowship for outstanding early-career researchers. 2015: Leading Female Scientists in Engineering and Physical Sciences, University of Birmingham, UK. News release on research work: ā€˜ā€™Nanotechnology and Developing Novel Nano-Detection Devicesā€™ā€™. 2014: National Public Engagement Award: ā€˜Soapbox Scienceā€™, Lā€™OREAL-UNESCO, London. A hub of scientific discussion displaying science to the public, aimed to help eliminate gender inequality in science.. 2013: Prestigious Birmingham Fellowship, University of Birmingham, UK. 2013: Award in Leadership and Management, University of Cambridge. Awarded by the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Cambridge as a recognition of excellent leadership and management skills. 2013: Springer Award for Excellence Switzerland. Recognising outstanding scientific excellence. 2012: University of Cambridge Annual Reports Cover. The high-impact research was chosen to illustrate the cover titled ā€˜ā€˜We All Fall Over Sometimesā€™ā€™ of the University of Cambridge Annual Reports. 2011: Carl-Zeiss Imaging Award. Highlighted in the Der Spiegel and Mail Online for quirky images, which provide a visual insight into the ways in which science makes a vital contribution to our lives, interviewed on the Research News and media exposure on many websites as well as Cambridge News daily newspapers. 2011: Kodak Ltd. Young Materials Scientist Award, UK. 2009: Cambridge Overseas Trust Scholarship, University of Cambridge, UK. 2008: Graduation Award in Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Israel Science Foundation. 2007: Chemical Engineering Excellence Award, Teva Industries Ltd.. 2005: Dr. Adiel Litan Undergraduate Scholarship and Prize in Chemistry. 2004: Makhtesh

šŸ’¼ Research/Work Experience

July 2022 – Present: Attending Doctor, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Qilu Hospital of Shandong University. Nov. 2018 – June 2021: Resident, Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Qilu Hospital of Shandong University. June 2016 – June 2017: Visiting Scholar, Griffith University, Australia

šŸ† Scholarships and Awards

2023: Young Teachers English Teaching Competition, Second Prize, Cheeloo College of Medicine, Shandong University 2021: The First “Guangzhi Cup” English Teaching Competition in Qilu Hospital of Shandong University, Third Prize July 2013: Excellent Graduate of Shandong Province Oct. 2009: National Scholarship

Publications Top Notes šŸ“

  1. Xuji Jiang, Chuanli Feng, Wanying Sun, Teng Zhang*, Baoxia Cui. “The top 100 most cited articles on fertility-sparing treatments for cervical cancer: A bibliometric analysis.” Heliyon, 10(11), 2024.

 

  1. Zhonghao Mao, Bingyu Wang, Teng Zhang, Baoxia Cui*. “The roles of m6A methylation in cervical cancer: functions, molecular mechanisms, and clinical applications.” Cell Death and Disease, 2023, 14(734).

 

  1. Teng Zhang, Jun Jiao, Xinlin Jiao, Lu Zhao, Xinli Tian, Qing Zhang, Daoxin Ma, Baoxia Cui*. “Aberrant frequency of TNFR2+ Treg and related cytokines in patients with CIN and cervical cancer.” Oncotarget, 2017, 9(4).

 

  1. Bingyu Wang, Zhonghao Mao, Jinwen Ye, Xinlin Jiao, Teng Zhang, Qi Wang, Sai Han, Youzhong Zhang, Chunling Wang, Taotao Dong, Baoxia Cui. “Glycolysis Induced by METTL14 Is Essential for Macrophage Phagocytosis and Phenotype in Cervical Cancer.” The Journal of Immunology, 2024, 15(212).

 

  1. Zhang W, Tian X, Mumtahana F, Jiao J, Zhang T, Croce K.D., Cui B*. “The existence of Th22, pure Th17 and Th1 cells in CIN and Cervical Cancer along with their frequency variation in different stages of cervical cancer.” BMC Cancer, 2015, 15,717.

 

  1. Jun Jiao, Teng Zhang, Xinlin Jiao, Tingting Huang, Lu Zhao, Daoxin Ma, Baoxia Cui*. “hsa_circ_0000745 promotes cervical cancer by increasing cell proliferation, migration, and invasion.” J Cell Physiol, 2019, 1-9.

 

  1. Xinlin Jiao, Siying Zhang, Jun Jiao, Teng Zhang, Wenjie Qu, Guy Mutangala Muloye, Beihua Kong, Qing Zhang, Baoxia Cui*. “Promoter methylation of SEPT9 as a potential biomarker for early detection of cervical cancer and its overexpression predicts radioresistance.” Clin Epigenetics, 2019, 11(120).

 

 

TONIMA NANDY | Physical Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Ā Dr. TONIMA NANDY | Plant Pathology | Best Researcher Award

Dr. S.N. Bose National Centre for Basic Sciences, India.

šŸ‘©ā€šŸ”¬ Dr. Tonima Nandy is a highly motivated and accomplished chemist with expertise in spectroscopy, biophysical chemistry, photochemistry, computational chemistry, and molecular dynamics simulation. With a Ph.D. from the Indian Association for the Cultivation of Science, Kolkata, and post-doctoral experience at the S. N. Bose National Centre for Basic Sciences, she has conducted groundbreaking research on amyloid fibril inhibition and photophysical properties of amino acids and DNA. With a strong publication record, teaching experience, and technical proficiency in various analytical techniques and computational tools, she is dedicated to advancing knowledge and innovation in chemistry.šŸŒŸ

 

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Career Objective:

Passionate about tackling challenging problems in chemistry, I aim to leverage my proactive nature and innovative thinking to successfully accomplish projects. With a great enthusiasm for utilizing advanced teaching methods like e-learning, I strive to increase student interest in the subject.

Academic Qualification :

Ph.D. in Chemistry Institution: Indian Association for the Cultivation of Science, Kolkata Year of Passing: 2022M.Sc. in Chemistry Institution: Rajabazar Science College, University of Calcutta Year of Passing: 2015Marks: 72.90%B.Sc. (Hons.) in Chemistry Institution: Hooghly Womenā€™s College, University of Burdwan Year of Passing: 2013Marks: 68.12%12th Grade Institution: Hooghly Girlsā€™ High School Board: W.B.C.H.S.E. Year of Passing: 2010Percentage: 77.40%10th Grade Institution: Hooghly Girlsā€™ High School Board: W.B.B.S.E. Year of Passing: 2008Percentage: 88.88%

Area of Interests:Ā 

  • Spectroscopy
  • Biophysical Chemistry
  • Photochemistry
  • Computational Chemistry
  • Molecular Dynamics Simulation

Research Profile:

Post-Doctoral Experience:

Institution: S. N. Bose National Centre for Basic Sciences, KolkataProject Title: Single Amino Acid Tryptophan Induced Amyloid Fibril: Search for Specific Inhibitors in Different Complex EnvironmentsMentor: Prof. Ranjit BiswasResearch Highlights: Investigating amyloid fibril formation by tryptophan and searching for inhibitors to treat related disorders.PhD Thesis:

Institution: Indian Association for the Cultivation of Science, Kolkata Title: Understanding Solvation and Photo physical Properties of Canonical and Noncanonical Amino Acids and DNA in Complex Medium upervisor: Prof. Prashant Chandra Singh Research Highlights: Studying fluorine’s role in modifying photo physical properties of amino acids and interactions between DNA and lipids.

Ā Awards for Extra-Curricular Activity:

Stood 1st in the Recitation competition for the 45th celebration of Insurance Week organized by Sales Training Centre, Life Insurance Corporation of India (Howrah Division).Held 3rd rank in Recitation competition organized by Directorate of Field Publicity, Ministry of Information & Broadcasting, Government of India.Secured 2nd position in Recitation competition organized by State Bank of India Local Implementation Committee Cultural Wing Chinsurah.Secured 3rd rank in Recitation competition organized by Nehru Yuva Kendra, Hooghly, West Bengal, Ministry of Human Resource Development, Department of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India.Held 2nd rank in Beng. Rhymes competition of the science-based cultural competition organized by Chandannagore Science Club, Hooghly, West Bengal.

 

Publications Top Notes šŸ“

(i) Title: Inhibition of Amyloid Fibrillation of Single Amino Acid Tryptophan by Tannic Acid: An Insight into Targeted Therapy of Hypertryptophanemia Disorder

  • Journal: J. Photochem. Photobiol. A: Chemistry
  • Year: 2024
  • Volume: 453
  • Pages: 115660

 

(ii) Title: Substitution Enables Significant New Decay Channels for a Non-canonical Amino Acid

  • Journal: Phys. Chem. Chem. Phys.
  • Year: 2022
  • Volume: 24
  • Pages: 17695

 

(iii) Title: Photophysical Properties of Noncanonical Amino Acid 7-Fluorotryptophan Sharply Different from Those of Canonical Derivative Tryptophan: Spectroscopic and Quantum Chemical Calculations

  • Journal: J. Phys. Chem. B
  • Year: 2021
  • Volume: 125
  • Issue: 23
  • Pages: 6214ā€“6221

 

(iv) Title: Fluorine Induced Conformational Switching and Modulation in Photophysical Properties of 7-Fluorotryptophan: Spectroscopic, Quantum Chemical Calculation and Molecular Dynamics Simulation Studies

  • Journal: J. Photochem. Photobiol. A
  • Year: 2020
  • Volume: 3-4
  • Pages: 100011

 

(v) Title: Molecular aspects of the role of groove and stacked regions of DNA in binding with lipids: Spectroscopic and docking studies

  • Journal: J. Mol. Liq.
  • Year: 2020
  • Volume: 303
  • Pages: 112672

 

(vi) Title: Solvent Organization around the Noncanonical Part of Tyrosine Modulates its Fluorescence Properties

  • Journal: Phys. Chem. Chem. Phys.
  • Year: 2019
  • Volume: 21
  • Pages: 6042-6050

 

(vii) Title: Understanding the Role of Hydrophobic Terminal in the Hydrogen Bond Network of the Aqueous Mixture of 2,2,2-Trifluoroethanol: IR, Molecular Dynamics, Quantum Chemical as Well as Atoms in Molecules Studies

  • Journal: J. Phys. Chem. B
  • Year: 2018
  • Volume: 122
  • Issue: 25
  • Pages: 6616ā€“6626

 

(viii) Title: Hydrophobic fluorine mediated switching of the hydrogen bonding site as well as orientation of water molecules in the aqueous mixture of monofluoroethanol: IR, molecular dynamics and quantum chemical studies

  • Journal: Phys. Chem. Chem. Phys.
  • Year: 2017
  • Volume: 19
  • Pages: 24667-24677

 

ALEXANDER FORDJOUR | Mechanical | Excellence in Research

Dr. ALEXANDER FORDJOUR | Mechanical |Excellence in Research

šŸ‘Øā€šŸ«Profile Summary

Experienced researcher with a diverse academic background, holding a PhD in Fluid Machinery Engineering from Jiangsu University, China. Proficient in numerical simulation, construction planning, and optimization, with a keen interest in sprinkler irrigation systems. Holds membership in prestigious organizations like the American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers and the Institution of Engineering and Technology. Actively contributes as a journal reviewer for publications such as the American Journal of Science, Engineering and Technology and the European Scientific Journal. Passionate about advancing engineering solutions for sustainable resource management and agricultural development.

šŸŒ Professional Profiles

 

šŸŽ“ Academic Background

PhD in Fluid Machinery Engineering Jiangsu University, China MSc in Water Resource Engineering and Management Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) BSc in Engineering Physics University of Cape Coast, Ghana

šŸ” Research Interests

  • Numerical Simulation
  • Construction Planning and Management
  • Optimization
  • Sprinkler Irrigation

šŸ‘Øā€šŸ’¼ Professional Memberships

  • Member, American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers
  • Member, Institution of Engineering and Technology

šŸ“ External / Professional Roles Journal Reviewer:

  • American Journal of Science, Engineering and Technology
  • European Scientific Journal

 

šŸ“šTop Noted Publication

  1. Title: Experimental study on the effects of pressure loss on uniformity, application rate and velocity on different working conditions using the dynamic fluidic sprinkler
    Authors: Zhu, X., Fordjour, A., Agyen Dwomoh, F., … Dai, X., Oteng, J.
    Journal: Heliyon
    Volume: 10
    Issue: 5
    Pages: e27140
    Year: 2024
    Citations: 0

 

  1. Title: Structural design and performance characteristics of the fluidic sprinkler application technology for saving irrigation water: a review
    Authors: Dwomoh, F.A., Zhu, X., Fordjour, A., … Yuan, S., Li, H.
    Journal: Journal of Agricultural Engineering
    Volume: 54
    Issue: 2
    Pages: 1452
    Year: 2023
    Citations: 0

 

  1. Title: Modelling of water drop movement and distribution in no wind and windy conditions for different nozzle sizes
    Authors: Zhu, X., Lewballah, J.K., Fordjour, A., … Ofosu, S.A., Dwomoh, F.A.
    Journal: Water (Switzerland)
    Volume: 13
    Issue: 21
    Pages: 3006
    Year: 2021
    Citations: 2

 

  1. Title: Performance optimization of a newly designed dynamic fluidic sprinkler
    Authors: Zhu, X., Fordjour, A., Yuan, S., Dwomoh, F.A., Issaka, Z.
    Journal: Applied Engineering in Agriculture
    Volume: 37
    Issue: 1
    Pages: 33ā€“41
    Year: 2021
    Citations: 1

 

  1. Title: Analysis of water droplet distribution in wind for the fluidic sprinkler
    Authors: Dwomoh, F.A., Yuan, S., Li, H., … Mensah, R., Fordjour, A.
    Journal: Water (Switzerland)
    Volume: 12
    Issue: 12
    Pages: 3320
    Year: 2020
    Citations: 3

 

  1. Title: Effect of riser height on rotation uniformity and application rate of the dynamic fluidic sprinkler
    Authors: Fordjour, A., Zhu, X., Jiang, C., Liu, J.
    Journal: Irrigation and Drainage
    Volume: 69
    Issue: 4
    Pages: 618ā€“632
    Year: 2020
    Citations: 9

 

  1. Title: Comparative evaluation on performance characteristics of an impact sprinkler with nozzle-dispersion devices and rotary plate sprinkler
    Authors: Issaka, Z., Li, H., Jiang, Y., … Chen, C., Fordjour, A.
    Journal: Applied Engineering in Agriculture
    Volume: 36
    Issue: 3
    Pages: 321ā€“329
    Year: 2020
    Citations: 4

 

  1. Title: Numerical simulation and experimental study on internal flow characteristic in the dynamic fluidic sprinkler
    Authors: Fordjour, A., Zhu, X., Yuan, S., Dwomoh, F.A., Issaka, Z.
    Journal: Applied Engineering in Agriculture
    Volume: 36
    Issue: 1
    Pages: 61ā€“70
    Year: 2020
    Citations: 5

 

  1. Title: The collection method for crop fungal spores based on an efficient microfluidic device
    Authors: Wang, P., Yuan, S., Yang, N., … Fordjour, A., Chen, S.
    Journal: Aerosol and Air Quality Research
    Volume: 20
    Issue: 1
    Pages: 72ā€“79
    Year: 2020
    Citations: 18

 

  1. Title: Modeling the application depth and water distribution uniformity of a linearly moved irrigation system
    Authors: Liu, J., Zhu, X., Yuan, S., Fordjour, A.
    Journal: Water (Switzerland)
    Volume: 11
    Issue: 4
    Pages: 827
    Year: 2019
    Citations: 10