Elias Niyuhire | Environmental geochemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Elias Niyuhire | Environmental geochemistry | Best Researcher Award

PHD,Ecole Normale Supérieure du Burundi 

Elias Niyuhire is a researcher with a strong background in Environmental Sciences and Engineering. He earned his Ph.D. from China University of Geosciences, Wuhan, in 2019, focusing on sulfide-driven hydroxyl radical production in oxic Fe(III)/NOM systems. Since 2019, Elias has co-authored five peer-reviewed publications on environmental chemistry, contributing to the advancement of knowledge in his field. His work involves a combination of scientific research, data collection, and manuscript revisions. Elias is also an active participant in scientific presentations, notably at the Burundi Higher Institute of Education (Ecole Normale Supérieure du Burundi), where he has contributed to knowledge dissemination in environmental science.

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🎓Education

Elias Niyuhire completed his Doctor of Philosophy in Environmental Sciences and Engineering in December 2019 at the China University of Geosciences, Wuhan. His doctoral research focused on sulfide-induced hydroxyl radical production in Fe(III)/NOM systems. Prior to that, he earned a Master’s degree in Environmental Sciences from the University of Burundi in Bujumbura in December 2014, furthering his foundation in environmental science. His academic journey began with a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry from the University of Burundi in April 2009, which sparked his interest in environmental issues and laid the groundwork for his career in environmental research. Elias has also participated in numerous workshops and academic activities to enhance his research skills.

💼Experience

Elias Niyuhire has made significant contributions to environmental research through his co-authorship of five peer-reviewed publications. His work primarily focuses on understanding the environmental implications of sulfide interactions with iron and organic matter in aquatic systems. Elias has gained practical experience through active participation in data collection and manuscript editing. He has been part of several research projects investigating hydroxyl radical production in oxic Fe(III)/NOM systems and the impact of sulfide perturbations on natural organic matter. His expertise is also reflected in his involvement in scientific presentations, including at the Burundi Higher Institute of Education (Ecole Normale Supérieure du Burundi), where he shares his findings and contributes to the academic community’s understanding of environmental science. Elias is committed to advancing the field of environmental chemistry and its applications in addressing global environmental challenges.

🏆Award and Honor

Throughout his academic and research career, Elias Niyuhire has earned recognition for his contributions to environmental science. While specific honors and awards are not detailed, his work has had a significant impact on the field. His research has been consistently published in reputable journals, with articles such as Sulfide Drives Hydroxyl Radicals Production in Oxic Ferric Oxyhydroxides Environments and Sulfide Perturbation of NOM-Bearing Oxic Environments Induces Dark Hydroxyl Radical Production. These contributions underscore his dedication and expertise. Elias’ research in environmental chemistry, particularly his focus on the effects of sulfide and iron interactions in natural environments, has brought attention to critical environmental processes, which may eventually lead to further recognition and accolades in the scientific community.

🔬 Research Focus

Elias Niyuhire’s research primarily focuses on the chemical processes occurring in environmental systems, particularly those involving sulfide and its interaction with iron and natural organic matter (NOM). His doctoral dissertation explored how sulfide induces the production of hydroxyl radicals in oxic Fe(III)/NOM systems, a topic with significant implications for understanding natural water systems’ behavior. Elias has also researched the perturbation of NOM-bearing oxic environments by sulfide, which induces dark hydroxyl radical production. His studies have broader environmental applications, including understanding contaminant degradation, pollutant remediation, and enhancing water quality in natural and industrial systems. Recent publications by Elias have continued to address iron’s role in environmental chemistry, particularly in relation to natural sediments and antibiotics’ in-situ degradation. Elias is dedicated to advancing knowledge of the chemical mechanisms that underpin environmental processes and their potential applications in addressing global environmental challenges, such as water pollution and environmental toxicity.

Publications Top Noted

1. Title: Investigation of the migration of natural organic matter-iron-antimony nano-colloids in acid mine drainage

Year: 2024
Authors: Zhang, Y., Wu, P., Zhu, J., Zheng, R., Li, Y.
Citation: Science of the Total Environment, 918, 170666
Citations: 2

2. Title: Natural sediments activating peroxydisulfate for in situ degradation of antibiotics under anoxic conditions: The critical role of surface-adsorbed and structural Fe(II)

Year: 2023
Authors: Liao, W., Peng, W., Liao, P., Niyuhire, E., Cui, H.-J.
Citation: Chemical Engineering Journal, 472, 144938
Citations: 13

3. Title: Sulfide perturbation of NOM-bearing oxic environments induces dark •OH production

Year: 2022
Authors: Niyuhire, E., Zhou, C., Hu, B., Cai, Q., Yuan, S.
Citation: Chemical Geology, 613, 121147
Citations: 2

4. Title: Sulfide drives hydroxyl radicals production in oxic ferric oxyhydroxides environments

Year: 2019
Authors: Niyuhire, E., Yuan, S., Liao, W., Xie, W., Qian, A.
Citation: Chemosphere, 234, 450–460
Citations: 16

 

 

Elif Hatice Gürkan| Environmental| Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Elif Hatice Gürkan| Environmental| Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr at Ondokuz Mayıs Üniversitesi

Dr. Elif Hatice Gürkan is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering at Ondokuz Mayıs University, Turkey. She specializes in chemical engineering with a strong focus on biomedical applications, particularly the development of natural composite materials for wound dressings, hydrogels for drug release systems, and environmental cleanup technologies. Dr. Gürkan’s research bridges materials science and chemical engineering, with innovative applications in healthcare and sustainability. She has made significant contributions to the field with her pioneering work on waste biomass-based hydrogels and the use of foundry sand in environmental remediation.

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Education 🎓

Dr. Gürkan holds a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from Ondokuz Mayıs University, completed in 2014. Her thesis focused on the management and usability of foundry sands. She obtained her M.Sc. in Chemical Engineering in 1997, with a thesis on minimizing energy requirements in chemical plants. Dr. Gürkan completed her B.Sc. in Chemical Engineering from Ondokuz Mayıs University in 1994, setting the foundation for her academic career.

Experience 💼

Dr. Gürkan has extensive experience in academia and research, currently serving as an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering at Ondokuz Mayıs University since January 2023. She has supervised several master’s theses, focusing on natural composites for biomedical applications and drug release systems. Additionally, Dr. Gürkan has led numerous scientific research projects, contributing valuable insights into the use of waste biomass-based materials and environmental cleanup. Her career includes collaborations with industry and various research institutes.

Awards and Honors 🏆

Dr. Gürkan has earned recognition for her research and contributions to chemical engineering. While specific awards are not listed, her academic excellence and research in environmentally sustainable solutions and biomedical engineering have been widely acknowledged in the academic community. She has been invited to speak at conferences and participate in research initiatives funded by scientific organizations, reflecting her standing as a respected researcher in her field.

Research Focus 🔬

Dr. Gürkan’s research encompasses a range of topics, including biomedical applications of natural composite wound dressings, synthesis of hydrogels for controlled drug release, and the use of waste biomass for environmental cleanup. She is also deeply involved in the development of flame retardants for polyurethane foams. Her interdisciplinary work aims to enhance therapeutic effects in healthcare and create sustainable materials for environmental applications, particularly in waste management and pollution control.

Conclusion

Dr. Gürkan is a highly accomplished and forward-thinking researcher whose work in sustainable chemical engineering and biomedical applications is deserving of recognition. Her innovative approach to using waste biomass for environmental cleanup and developing biomedical materials such as wound dressings and drug release systems reflects her dedication to solving global challenges. Expanding the scope of her research to consider economic factors and broader industrial implementation would further solidify her contributions. Given her academic excellence, interdisciplinary research, and leadership, Dr. Gürkan is a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award.

Publication

  1. Title: Adsorption performance of heavy metal ions from aqueous solutions by a waste biomass based hydrogel: comparison of isotherm and kinetic models
    Year: 2023
    Authors: EH Gürkan, B İlyas, Y Tibet
    Citations: 20

 

  1. Title: Prediction of adsorption efficiency for the removal malachite green and acid blue 161 dyes by waste marble dust using ANN
    Year: 2014
    Authors: S Coruh, HE Gürkan, E Kilic, F Geyikci
    Citations: 19

 

  1. Title: Leaching performance and zinc ions removal from industrial slag leachate using natural and biochar walnut shell
    Year: 2021
    Authors: SE Darama, EH Gürkan, Ö Terzi, S Çoruh
    Citations: 13

 

  1. Title: Adsorption of neutral red from aqueous solutions using waste foundry sand: full factorial design analysis
    Year: 2014
    Authors: S Çoruh, EH Gürkan
    Citations: 12

 

  1. Title: Adsorption of lead and copper using waste foundry sand: statistical evaluation
    Year: 2018
    Authors: EH Gürkan, S Çoruh, S Elevli
    Citations: 9

 

  1. Title: Sürdürülebilir laboratuvar güvenliği kültürü
    Year: 2018
    Authors: EH Gürkan
    Citations: 8

 

  1. Title: Comparative evaluation of flame retardant performance in rigid polyurethane foams: TCPP, TDCP MP, and ATH as promising additives
    Year: 2023
    Authors: EH Gürkan, B Yaman
    Citations: 7

 

  1. Title: Application of full factorial design method for optimization of heavy metal release from lead smelting slag
    Year: 2021
    Authors: EH Gürkan, Y Tibet, S Çoruh
    Citations: 7

 

  1. Title: Using Waste Foundry Sand for the Removal of Malachite Green Dye from Aqueous Solutions–Kinetic and Equilibrium Studies
    Year: 2018
    Authors: EH Gürkan, S Coruh
    Citations: 7

 

  1. Title: Atık döküm kumu ile katyonik boyarmaddelerin adsorpsiyon çalışmaları
    Year: 2017
    Authors: EH Gürkan, S Çoruh
    Citations: 7

 

  1. Title: Adsorption of Cu (II) ve Zn (II) ions by alginate-based composites: Full factorial design approach
    Year: 2022
    Authors: EH Gürkan, B İlyas, Y Tibet
    Citations: 6

shabnam sohrabnezhad | Environmental Pollution | Best Researcher Award

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 Prof. shabnam sohrabnezhad | Environmental Pollution |Best Researcher Award

 Prof  at university of guilan Iran

A distinguished academic with a Ph.D. in Chemistry from Guilan University, renowned for expertise in nano-technology and spectrochemical studies. Recognized for outstanding achievements including top researcher accolades and membership in prestigious scientific organizations like TWOES. Dissertation focused on Spectrochemical and Electrochemical Studies of Phenothiazine Dyes in Molecular Sieves. Extensive teaching experience in General Chemistry and Advanced Analytical Chemistry. Research interests span synthesis and characterization of silica nanocomposites for photocatalysis, as well as mesoporous materials for drug delivery. Acknowledged globally as a top scientist, committed to advancing knowledge in chemistry and nano-technology.

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🎓Educational Background:

Ph.D. in Chemistry Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, Guilan University, Rasht, Iran (2004). M.S. in Chemistry Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, Ahwaz University, Ahwaz, Iran (1995). B.S. in Chemistry Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, Ahwaz University, Ahwaz, Iran (1993)

Honors/Awards/Membership:

Top researcher in the 3rd festival on ranking top nano-technology figures, 15 October 2008, Tehran, Iran. Rated the first participant in PhD exam. Rated the best student in B.S. Top researcher of Guilan University in 2018. Top researcher of faculty of science 2019. Member of Third World Organization for Women in Science (TWOES). Recognized as one of the top two percent of scientists in the world according to the announcement of the Elsevier Scientific and Publishing Institute and the research follower of Stanford University researchers (2022, 2023).

Dissertation Title: Spectrochemical and Electrochemical Studies of the Phenothiazine Dyes Incorporated in Molecular Sieves

Taught Courses:

General Chemistry, Advanced Analytical Chemistry (Master student), Chromatography and Separation Methods (Master student), Instrumental of Analytical Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry

🏅Research Interest:

Synthesis and characterization of mesoporous and microporous silica nanocomposites such as MCM-41 and zeolites and their application in photocatalytic processes. Synthesis and characterization of mesoporous or core-shells such as MOFs or COFs and their application of drug delivery and biology systems.

Publications Top Notes 📝

  1. Application of AlMCM-41 for Competitive Adsorption of Methylene Blue and Rhodamine B: Thermodynamic and Kinetic Studies
    • Authors: S Eftekhari, A Habibi-Yangjeh, S Sohrabnezhad
    • Journal: Journal of Hazardous Materials
    • Year: 2010
    • Volume: 178
    • Pages: 349-355
    • Citations: 207

 

  1. Electrochemical Study of Methylene Blue Incorporated into Mordenite Type Zeolite and its Application for Amperometric Determination of Ascorbic Acid in Real Samples
    • Authors: M Arvand, S Sohrabnezhad, MF Mousavi, M Shamsipur, MA Zanjanchi
    • Journal: Analytica Chimica Acta
    • Year: 2003
    • Volume: 491
    • Issue: 2
    • Pages: 193-201
    • Citations: 143

 

  1. The Green Synthesis of Ag/ZnO in Montmorillonite with Enhanced Photocatalytic Activity
    • Authors: S Sohrabnezhad, A Seifi
    • Journal: Applied Surface Science
    • Year: 2016
    • Volume: 386
    • Pages: 33-40
    • Citations: 119

 

  1. Comparison Absorption of New Methylene Blue Dye in Zeolite and Nanocrystal Zeolite
    • Authors: S Sohrabnezhad, A Pourahmad
    • Journal: Desalination
    • Year: 2010
    • Volume: 256
    • Issues: 1-3
    • Pages: 84-89
    • Citations: 106

 

  1. Synthesis and Characterization of CuO–Montmorillonite Nanocomposite by Thermal Decomposition Method and Antibacterial Activity of Nanocomposite
    • Authors: SH Sohrabnezhad, MJM Moghaddam, T Salavatiyan
    • Journal: Spectrochimica Acta Part A: Molecular and Biomolecular Spectroscopy
    • Year: 2014
    • Volume: 125
    • Pages: 73-78
    • Citations: 96

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