Manikandan K | Analytical Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Manikandan K | Analytical Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

SRM College of Pharmacy | India

Prof. Dr. Manikandan K is an accomplished pharmaceutical scientist recognized for his significant contributions to analytical chemistry, drug development, and toxicological research. His work spans advanced electrospun nanofiber biomaterials, phytoconstituent-based wound therapeutics, and innovative hepatoprotective interventions, alongside impactful studies in non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, Parkinsonism, and environmental toxicology using zebrafish models. He has developed numerous RP-HPLC, HPTLC, LC–MS/MS, and UV–Vis analytical methods, integrating Quality by Design (QbD), chemometrics, and statistical optimization to enhance pharmaceutical assay reliability. His systematic reviews and in-silico studies enrich understanding of cytochrome P450 interactions, drug safety, and pharmacokinetics. Proficient in spectroscopic techniques and bioanalytical procedures, he brings expertise in SPE and LLE methods, analytical validation, and formulation analysis. His scholarship includes widely cited works in biomaterials, toxicology, pharmacology, and drug analytics, complemented by multiple awards for research excellence and scientific guidance, reflecting his strong academic leadership and sustained contribution to the pharmaceutical sciences.

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Tamilarasi, G. P., Sabarees, G., Manikandan, K., Gouthaman, S., Alagarsamy, V., … (2023). Advances in electrospun chitosan nanofiber biomaterials for biomedical applications. Materials Advances, 4(15), 3114–3139.

Haridevamuthu, B., Seenivasan, B., Priya, P. S., Muthuraman, S., Kumar, R. S., … Manikandan, K. (2023). Hepatoprotective effect of dihydroxy piperlongumine in high cholesterol-induced non-alcoholic fatty liver disease zebrafish via antioxidant activity. European Journal of Pharmacology, 945, 175605.

Ajith, G., Tamilarasi, G. P., Sabarees, G., Gouthaman, S., Manikandan, K., … (2023). Recent developments in electrospun nanofibers as delivery of phytoconstituents for wound healing. Drugs and Drug Candidates, 2(1), 148–171.

Dharshan, S. S., Ramamurthy, K., Kaliraj, S., Manikandan, K., Chitra, V., … (2025). Combined effects of vitamin D3 and dioxopiperidinamide derivative on lipid homeostasis, inflammatory pathways, and redox imbalance in non-alcoholic fatty liver disease in vivo. Biotechnology and Applied Biochemistry, 72(2), 320–339.

Nayak, S. P. R. R., Boopathi, S., Chandrasekar, M., Panda, S. P., Manikandan, K., … (2024). Indole-3-acetic acid exposure leads to cardiovascular inflammation and fibrosis in chronic kidney disease rat model. Food and Chemical Toxicology, 192, 114917.

Tamilarasi, G. P., Sabarees, G., Krishnan, M., Gouthaman, S., Alagarsamy, V., … Manikandan, K. (2023). Electrospun scaffold-based antibiotic therapeutics for chronic wound recovery. Mini Reviews in Medicinal Chemistry, 23(16), 1653–1677.

Zeinab Mozafari | Analytical Chemistry | Women Researcher Award

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Dr. Zeinab Mozafari | Analytical Chemistry | Women Researcher Award

Researcher at SHAHROOD UNIVERSITY of technology, Iran

Dr. Zeinab Mozafari is a Ph.D. holder in Analytical Chemistry from Shahrood University of Technology (2017-2022). Her expertise spans instrumental analysis 🧪 (AAS, UV-Vis, ICP), drug design 💊 (molecular docking, QSAR modeling), and chemometrics 📊 (ANN, random forest). She leads chemistry and quality control labs in the copper mineral processing industry and lectures at Shahrood University. Dr. Mozafari has published extensively in QSAR modeling and computational chemistry, contributing to high-impact journals. Her research focuses on variable selection techniques in QSPR studies.

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🎓 Education

Dr. Zeinab Mozafari holds a Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry (2017-2022) from Shahrood University of Technology, where she focused on applying penalized regression techniques for variable selection in QSAR and QSPR studies 🧪. Her research was supervised by Dr. Mansour Arab Chamjangali, with advisors Dr. Mohammad Arashi and Dr. Nasser Goudarzi. She earned her M.Sc. (2014-2016) in Analytical Chemistry, studying the QSAR of pyridine and pyrimidine derivatives as HIV inhibitors 🦠. Dr. Mozafari completed her B.Sc. in Pure Chemistry (2010-2014) at the University of Guilan, Rasht, Iran, building a strong foundation in chemical sciences ⚗️.

🏆 Honors and Awards

Dr. Zeinab Mozafari has received several prestigious accolades for her outstanding academic and research achievements 🌟. In 2021, she was recognized as the Best Ph.D. Student Researcher at Shahrood University of Technology for her contributions to analytical chemistry 🧪. She was also honored as the Best Ph.D. Student in Analytical Chemistry in 2018, showcasing her excellence in the field. Her academic brilliance was evident early on when she was named the Best M.Sc. Student in Analytical Chemistry in 2015. These awards highlight her dedication, innovation, and expertise in analytical and computational chemistry 🔬.

 🔬 Research Interests

Dr. Zeinab Mozafari’s research focuses on both instrumental and theoretical aspects of analytical chemistry. Her expertise in instrumental techniques 🧪 includes Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy (AAS), Ultraviolet-Visible Spectroscopy (UV-Vis), Inductively Coupled Plasma (ICP), sample preparation, and titrimetric analysis. She is also deeply engaged in drug design 💊, specializing in molecular docking, molecular dynamics, and QSAR modeling, with proficiency in software like Autodock and Discovery Studio. Additionally, her work in chemometrics 📊 involves variable selection methods, artificial neural networks, random forest, and QSPR modeling, utilizing advanced tools such as R, R-Studio, and MATLAB for predictive analytics.

Publication Top Notes

1️⃣ LASSO-BR-ANN for QSAR studies – Chemometrics and Intelligent Laboratory Systems, 22 citations, 📅 2020 🔬📊
2️⃣ Ridge regression with new variable elimination in QSAR – Chemometrics and Intelligent Laboratory Systems, 12 citations, 📅 2023 🤖📈
3️⃣ Radial distribution functions in QSAR of 4-anilinoquinazoline derivatives – Structural Chemistry, 12 citations, 📅 2020 🧬💊
4️⃣ LAD-LASSO in ANN-based QSAR for potent inhibitors – Chemometrics and Intelligent Laboratory Systems, 9 citations, 📅 2022 🧪🧠
5️⃣ QSRR models for VOCs using ANN – Journal of the Iranian Chemical Society, 7 citations, 📅 2022 📡📉
6️⃣ SCAD as a variable selection method in ANN-based QSAR – Journal of Chemometrics, 7 citations, 📅 2021 📊⚙️
7️⃣ Ligand–receptor interactions in QSAR using RF-ANN – Chemical Biology & Drug Design, 7 citations, 📅 2020 🏥🔍
8️⃣ QSAR model for 3CLPro inhibitors as anti-SARS-CoV-2 agents – SAR and QSAR in Environmental Research, 6 citations, 📅 2021 🦠💊
9️⃣ 1,2,3-triazoles-linked pyrazole carboxamides as anti-microbial and anti-cancer agents – Results in Chemistry, 📅 2024 🦠🧪
🔟 LM-ANN-based QSAR model for NNRTI inhibitors – Network Modeling Analysis in Health Informatics and Bioinformatics, 📅 2020 🧬💻

 

 

Eda Buker | Analytical Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Eda Buker | Analytical Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Eda Buker, Gazi University, Romania

Dr. Eda Büker Bıyık is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Pharmacy, Gazi University, Turkey, specializing in pharmaceutical sciences with a focus on drug, food, and plant analysis. She holds a B.Sc. (2007) and M.Sc. (2010) from Gazi University, followed by a Ph.D. (2017) in Analytical Chemistry from Ankara University. Dr. Büker’s research interests include drug analysis, food analysis, chemometrics, and advanced instrumentation techniques like HPLC, UPLC, and spectrophotometry. She has published extensively with over 100 citations and an H-index of 6. Dr. Büker has also worked on the antiviral potential of medicinal plants, and her teaching experience spans various universities and subjects, including herbal treatment and pharmaceutical sciences. She has contributed to numerous international conferences and has been involved in several prestigious research positions throughout her career.

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Education 🎓

Dr. Eda Buker pursued her education in prestigious institutions, earning a B.Sc. in Chemistry from Gazi University, Ankara (2003-2007) with a GPA of 3.30/4.00. She continued her studies at Gazi University, where she earned a Master’s degree in Physico Chemistry (2007-2010) with a GPA of 3.35/4.00. Further advancing her academic journey, Dr. Buker completed her Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry at Ankara University (2010-2017) with an outstanding GPA of 4.00/4.00. 🎓📚 Her academic excellence demonstrates her commitment and expertise in chemistry and analytical fields.

Employment Experience 💼

Dr. Eda Buker currently serves as an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Pharmacy, Gazi University, in Ankara, Turkey. 🏫💊 With years of expertise in the field of analytical chemistry, she has made significant contributions to both teaching and research. Her position allows her to shape the next generation of pharmacists while advancing research in the pharmaceutical sciences. At Gazi University, Dr. Buker continues to foster innovation and academic excellence, making a notable impact in her field. 🌟📖 Her dedication to the profession is reflected in her esteemed role at the university.

Work Experience 💼

Dr. Eda Buker has an extensive work history, with a focus on academia and research in the pharmaceutical and chemical fields. 🌟 Since 2022, she has served as an Associate Professor at Gazi University, Faculty of Pharmacy, specializing in Basic Pharmaceutical Sciences. Previously, she was an Assistant Professor at the same institution. From 2019 to 2022, Dr. Buker was an invited lecturer at Marmara University. Her expertise also extended to government roles, serving as an expert for the President of Turkey and the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry. 🌱 She has worked in various research centers and pharmaceutical companies, contributing significantly to the field. 🧪

Teaching Experience 📚

Dr. Eda Buker has taught a wide range of subjects, blending traditional knowledge with modern scientific practices. 🌿 She has imparted valuable insights on Traditional and Complementary Medicine and Herbal Treatment Methods at Marmara University. At Gazi University, she led courses on Ancient Seeds and their Health Effects. In addition, her expertise spans core scientific subjects, including General Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Physical Chemistry, and Instrumental Analysis. 🔬 Dr. Buker also teaches specialized topics such as Chemometrics, Experimental Design and Optimization, and Analytical Chemistry Laboratory, ensuring a comprehensive education for her students. 📊

Research Focus 🔬

Dr. Eda Buker’s research primarily focuses on the application of advanced analytical techniques in pharmaceutical and chemical analysis. Her work includes the development of methods such as continuous wavelet transforms for precise estimation of pharmaceutical compounds like domperidone and lansoprazole in capsule formulations. 💊 Additionally, she explores thin layer chromatography and image processing for the rapid detection of adrenergic drugs in sports, contributing to both pharmaceutical analysis and sports science. Her expertise lies in analytical chemistry, instrumental analysis, and chemical detection methods, enhancing the accuracy and speed of drug testing. 📊🔬

Publication Top Notes

Application of continuous wavelet transforms for simultaneous estimation of domperidone and lansoprazole in capsule formulations

New method for rapid detection and simultaneous determination of prohibited adrenergic drugs in sports using thin layer chromatography and image processing