Manjira Chowdhury | Chemical engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Mrs. Manjira Chowdhury | Chemical engineering | Best Researcher Award

Mrs. Manjira Chowdhury, University of Dhaka, Best Researcher Award

Mrs. Manjira Chowdhury is an accomplished chemistry educator and researcher with a strong academic background in Applied Chemistry and Chemical Engineering from Dhaka University, where she earned First Class in both BSc and MSc programs. She currently teaches O Level Chemistry and Science at Academia Banasree Campus, where she received the “Most Dedicated Award” in 2023. Her notable research on “Surface modification of Polycarbonate films with HEMA and NVP monomers by radiation techniques” was published in the Journal in Engineering (Elsevier, UK) in March 2024, based on work conducted at the Bangladesh Atomic Energy Commission. She has presented her research at the MACRO 2002 conference at IIT Kharagpur and had her abstract accepted at the 21st Bangladesh Science Conference. Additionally, she holds a Pearson certification in GCSE Chemistry training from the British Council. Mrs. Chowdhury integrates hands-on lab experience into her teaching and exemplifies a blend of scientific inquiry and academic dedication.

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Research and Academic Contributions

Mrs. Manjira Chowdhury is a dedicated academic and researcher in the field of Applied Chemistry, with a passion for scientific inquiry and education. She received the “Most Dedicated Award” from Academia Banasree Campus in 2023, where she currently teaches Chemistry and Science. Her significant research work, titled “Surface modification of Polycarbonate films with HEMA and NVP monomers by radiation techniques,” was published in the Journal in Engineering (Elsevier, Volume 22, UK) on March 24, 2024. This research was conducted at the Bangladesh Atomic Energy Commission between 1998 and 2000. She also presented her work at MACRO 2002, the 7th National Conference of the Society of Polymer Science and Engineering at IIT Kharagpur, India, and her abstract was accepted at the 21st Bangladesh Science Conference in 2001. Further enhancing her professional development, she earned a Pearson certificate for training in GCSE Chemistry delivery from the British Council in October 2023.

Professional Experience

Mrs. Manjira Chowdhury has been serving as an O Level Chemistry Teacher for the senior section and a Science teacher for the middle section at Academia Banasree Campus. In her current role, she is responsible for conducting Chemistry classes for students of standards VII, VIII, IX, and X, where she simplifies complex chemical concepts to make them engaging and comprehensible. She also teaches general Science to middle school students, fostering a foundational understanding of scientific principles at an early age. A key part of her teaching methodology includes hands-on laboratory instruction, where she actively conducts experiments and oversees lab sessions to enhance students’ practical knowledge and scientific inquiry skills. Her dynamic teaching approach, which blends theoretical lessons with real-world applications, plays a vital role in nurturing a scientific mindset among her students. Mrs. Chowdhury’s contributions significantly enrich the academic environment of the institution.

Research Focus

Mrs. Manjira Chowdhury’s research focus lies at the intersection of applied chemistry, polymer science, radiation chemistry, and more recently, environmental health and ecotoxicology. Her earlier work, such as the surface modification of polycarbonate films using HEMA and NVP monomers through radiation techniques, showcases her expertise in polymer modification and materials engineering. This research was carried out in collaboration with the Bangladesh Atomic Energy Commission, indicating her proficiency in advanced chemical processing techniques involving radiation. Expanding her research horizon, she is also contributing to the field of environmental chemistry, as seen in her 2025 open-access article on assessing potentially toxic elements in edible fish from Bangladesh’s coastal islands—emphasizing public health risk analysis, environmental toxicology, and food safety. Her multidisciplinary approach highlights a transition from industrial and polymer-based research to pressing ecological and health-related chemical studies, demonstrating her adaptability and continued relevance in contemporary scientific inquiry with real-world societal impact.

Publication Top Notes

📘 “Surface modification of polycarbonate films with 2-hydroxyethylmethacrylate (HEMA) and N-vinyl pyrrolidone (NVP) monomers by radiation techniques” – Published in Journal in Engineering (Elsevier, UK), Volume 22, March 2024 | 📅 Year: 2024

📗 “Assessing potentially toxic elements in edible fish: A health risk analysis from Coastal Islands in Bangladesh” – Published in Environmental Chemistry and Ecotoxicology (Open Access), 2025 | 📅 Year: 2025

Sina Soltani | Instrument Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Sina Soltani | Instrument Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Sina Soltani, Honeywell, United States

Mr. Sina Soltani is an accomplished Instrumentation & Automation Control Engineer with over 10 years of experience in the steel, energy, and industrial sectors. He has worked at NGHSCO and Piramoon Pardazesh Qeshm, focusing on SIS systems, gas analyzers, PLCs, calibration, and system efficiency improvements. 📊 His academic background includes an MSc and BSc in Electrical Engineering from Shiraz University. 🎓 He has authored multiple IEEE and journal publications and taught university courses in control systems.

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🎓 Educational Background

Mr. Sina Soltani holds a strong academic foundation in electrical engineering. He earned his Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Electrical Engineering from Shiraz University in 2013 🎓, following the completion of his Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Electrical Engineering from Shiraz University of Technology in 2011 🛠️. His educational journey began with a High School Diploma from Naserian High School, which he completed in 2005 🏫. This progressive academic path has equipped him with deep theoretical knowledge and practical skills, laying the groundwork for his successful career in instrumentation, automation, and control engineering

💼 Career Journey

Mr. Sina Soltani is a seasoned Instrumentation & Control Engineer with over a decade of experience across multiple industries. Currently serving as a consultant at Piramoon Pardazesh Qeshm 🛠️, he specializes in control systems, technical documentation, and vendor negotiations. Previously, he worked at NGHSCO for nearly 7 years, where he optimized industrial systems and safety instrumentation, boosting efficiency by 10% 📈. As Chief Electrical Engineer at PetroAzma.co ⚡, he handled advanced sensors, motors, and signal processing. Additionally, he spent 10+ years teaching engineering courses at the University of Applied Science and Technology 📚, showcasing his strong academic and technical synergy.

📜 Licenses & Certifications

Mr. Sina Soltani holds a robust portfolio of professional certifications in instrumentation, automation, and safety systems. He is certified in ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 17025:2015 by Kavoush Engineering Group 🏷️. His expertise extends to industrial networks such as Profibus, Modbus, and Ethernet 🌐, as well as advanced PLC programming through TIA Portal, S7-400H, and S7-400FH systems 🧠. He is skilled in PFD–P&ID development, ATEX standards, and electrical safety ⚡. Additional credentials include training in Sick Gas Analyzers and industry standards from TUV NORD 📊, showcasing his deep technical knowledge and commitment to industrial excellence.

🔬 Research Focus

Mr. Sina Soltani’s research primarily focuses on instrumentation, estimation algorithms, fuzzy logic, and control systems applied to well-logging, petroleum engineering, and power electronics 🔧📡. His innovative work integrates Kalman filters, fuzzy logic controllers, and iterative learning controls to enhance estimation accuracy and system stability in harsh industrial and geophysical environments 🌍. He also contributes to photovoltaic systems, electrical machine modeling, and harmonic mitigation in distributed generation ⚡🔋. His studies reflect a strong inclination towards adaptive systems, sensor fusion, and intelligent automation, bridging the gap between theoretical modeling and real-world industrial applications

Conclusion

Mr. Sina Soltani combines industrial expertise with academic rigor, offering proven contributions to research, innovation, and technological advancement. His publications, technical skills, and practical results in system efficiency clearly position him as a highly deserving nominee for the Best Researcher Award in the Research Category. His work not only pushes academic boundaries but also solves real-world engineering challenges.

Publication Top Notes

📘 Improved Estimation for Well-Logging Problems Based on Fusion of Four Types of Kalman Filters – Cited by 37 – 📅 2018 🔍🤖
📘 New Estimation Methodologies for Well Logging Problems via Fuzzy Kalman Filter & Smoothers – Cited by 29 – 📅 2016 🛢️📈
📘 Fuzzy Logic Type-2 Controller Design for MPPT in Photovoltaic System – Cited by 25 – 📅 2017 ☀️⚡
📘 Direction of Arrival Calibration Using Iterative Learning Control – Cited by 5 – 📅 2014 🎯📡
📘 Application of Fuzzy Adaptive Kalman Filtering and Smoother for Well Logging Tool – Cited by 5 – 📅 2013 🛢️📊
📘 Improved Estimation via Fuzzy Sigma-Delta for Gamma-Ray Belt Conveyor – Cited by 4 – 📅 2024 🔬📦
📘 Generalized State Space Model and Small Signal Stability of Z-Source Converter – Cited by 3 – 📅 2023 🔄⚙️
📘 Autoregressive Kalman Filter Algorithm for Well-Log Data Estimation – Cited by 1 – 📅 2023 🧠🛢️
📘 Discrete Algorithms for Generation Maintenance Optimization – Cited by 1 – 📅 2023 🧮🔧
📘 Enhanced Estimation for DOA Calibration via Fuzzy Type-2 Weighted Iterative Learning – Cited by 0 – 📅 2025 🛰️🧠
📘 Analytic 2D Subdomain Model for Slotless Machines with Arc/Cubic Magnets – Cited by 0 – 📅 2025 ⚙️🧲