Angélique Nicolas Messi | Organic Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Angélique Nicolas Messi | Organic Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

University of Yaoundé 1 | Cameroon

Dr. Angélique Nicolas Messi is a researcher specializing in pharmaceutical and natural products chemistry, with a focus on discovering bioactive compounds from medicinal plants. Her work emphasizes neuroprotection, anticancer, antimalarial, anti-HIV/AIDS, and anti-neuroinflammatory activities, targeting both natural and synthetic compounds. She employs bioguided isolation, synthesis of flavonoids and biflavonoids, and advanced spectroscopic techniques (1D and 2D NMR) for drug discovery and chemotaxonomy. Dr. Angélique Nicolas Messi has published 11 papers, cited over 70 times, with an h-index of 4, covering topics such as antileishmanial agents from Tarenna conferta, HIV-1 inhibitors from Ochna rhizomatosa, and plant-derived alkaloids for leukemia and malaria drug development, highlighting her contribution to understanding the pharmacological potential of African flora.

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Featured Publications

  • Ndongo, J. T., Issa, M. E., Messi, A. N., Ngo Mbing, J., Cuendet, M., & Pegnyemb, D. E., et al. (2015). Cytotoxic flavonoids and other constituents from the stem bark of Ochna schweinfurthiana. Natural Product Research, 29(17), 1684–1687.

  • Messi, A. N., Mbing, J. N., Ndongo, J. T., Nyegue, M. A., Tchinda, A. T., & Yemeda, F. L., et al. (2016). Phenolic compounds from the roots of Ochna schweinfurthiana and their antioxidant and antiplasmodial activities. Phytochemistry Letters, 17, 119–125.

  • Djova, S. V., Nyegue, M. A., Messi, A. N., Afagnigni, A. D., & Etoa, F. X. (2019). Phytochemical study of aqueous extract of Ochna schweinfurthiana F. Hoffm powder bark and evaluation of their anti-inflammatory, cytotoxic, and genotoxic activities. Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine, 2019, 8908343.

  • Messi, A. N., Bonnet, S. L., Owona, B. A., Wilhelm, A., Kamto, E. L. D., & Ndongo, J. T., et al. (2022). In vitro and in silico potential inhibitory effects of new biflavonoids from Ochna rhizomatosa on HIV-1 integrase and Plasmodium falciparum. Pharmaceutics, 14(8), 1701.

  • Nyegue, M. A., Mbing, J. N., Djova, S. V., Messi, A. N., Olugu, S. V., & Pegnyemb, D. E., et al. (2016). Evaluation of the antioxidant activity of the leaves, stem-barks extracts and fractions of Ochna schweinfurthiana F. Hoffm (Ochnaceae). African Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmacology, 10(17), 370–378.

Seyed Mohammad Vahdat | Organic Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Seyed Mohammad Vahdat | Organic Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Seyed Mohammad Vahdat at Department of Chemistry, Am.c. Islamic Azad University, Amol, Iran

Dr. Seyed Mohammad Vahdat is an Associate Professor of Organic Chemistry at the Ayatollah Amoli International Branch, Islamic Azad University, Iran. With a Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry from the University of Mazandaran, his research spans medicinal chemistry, nanocatalysts, drug delivery, and phytochemistry. He has published extensively, supervised over 100 students, and holds a national patent. Dr. Vahdat serves on editorial boards of several journals and is an active member of multiple scientific societies. He has received multiple “Best Researcher” awards and held various academic leadership roles, reflecting his commitment to advancing research, education, and scientific innovation.

Academic Profile

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Educational Background

Dr. Seyed Mohammad Vahdat holds a strong academic foundation in chemistry, having earned his Ph.D. and M.Sc. in Organic Chemistry from the University of Mazandaran, Babolsar, Iran. He began his academic journey with a B.Sc. in Applied Chemistry from the same institution. Over the years, his educational background has supported a prolific research career in fields such as medicinal chemistry, nanocatalysts, and phytochemistry. His deep-rooted knowledge and academic training have enabled him to supervise over 100 students and contribute significantly to scientific research and innovation, establishing him as a respected figure in Iran’s academic and research community.

Professional Experience

Dr. Seyed Mohammad Vahdat has over two decades of professional experience in academia and research. Currently serving as an Associate Professor of Organic Chemistry at the Ayatollah Amoli International Branch, Islamic Azad University, Iran, he has held key academic leadership positions, including Chancellor, Vice-Chancellor for Research and Technology, and Head of various departments. His research expertise includes medicinal chemistry, nanocatalysts, and drug delivery. He has actively participated in national and international conferences, edited scientific journals, and reviewed for multiple high-impact publications. Dr. Vahdat’s extensive professional service reflects his dedication to academic excellence and scientific advancement.

Research Focus

Dr. Seyed Mohammad Vahdat’s research primarily centers on organic chemistry with a strong emphasis on medicinal chemistry, nanocatalysts, drug delivery systems, green synthesis, and phytochemistry. His work integrates advanced chemical methodologies with applications in sustainable and health-related technologies. He has contributed to the development of novel synthetic routes, including the use of metal and metal oxide nanoparticles and ionic liquid catalysts. With numerous publications in reputable international journals and a registered patent, his research addresses both fundamental and applied challenges in modern chemistry. Dr. Vahdat’s innovative approach continues to impact scientific progress and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Publication Top Notes

Reactions and Catalytic Applications of Metal and Metal Oxide Nanoparticles in Organic and Inorganic Chemistry

2025

New strategy to 1,8‑dioxo‑decahydroacridine derivatives using SnO₂ nanoparticles via one‑pot Knoevenagel condensation and Michael addition mechanisms

2024

Zeolitic imidazolate framework/graphene oxide hybrid nanosheets functionalized chitosan… for Cu(II) adsorption

2024

Conclusion

Dr. Seyed Mohammad Vahdat is a distinguished Associate Professor of Organic Chemistry at the Ayatollah Amoli International Branch, Islamic Azad University, Iran, with over two decades of academic and research excellence. He holds a Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry and has made significant contributions to medicinal chemistry, nanocatalysts, drug delivery, green synthesis, and phytochemistry. With more than 100 student supervisions, numerous international publications, a registered patent, and extensive editorial and review roles, he has earned multiple “Best Researcher” awards. While expanding his visibility in top-tier journals and global collaborations could enhance his international impact, his credentials, innovation, and leadership make him a strong contender for the Best Researcher Award

 

 

Najmeh Nowrouzi | Organic Chemistry Award | Best Researcher Award

Assoc Prof Dr. Najmeh Nowrouzi | Organic Chemistry Award | Best Researcher Award

Assoc Prof Dr. Najmeh Nowrouzi, Persian Gulf University, Iran

Dr. Najmeh Nowrouzi is an accomplished associate professor at Persian Gulf University, specializing in Organic Chemistry. She earned her Ph.D. from Shiraz University in 2008. With notable achievements including the Top Researcher awards in 2014 and 2016, her research spans phosphorus compounds, ionic liquids, and nanocompounds. Dr. Nowrouzi has a prolific publication record, contributing to numerous high-impact journals and conferences. Her work focuses on innovative chemical syntheses and catalysis, particularly involving organometallic chemistry and green chemistry approaches.

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Educational Background:

Dr. Najmeh Nowrouzi has had an extensive and rigorous academic journey. She completed her high school education at Tohid High School in Shiraz, Iran, in 1997. Following this, she pursued a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry at Shiraz University from 1998 to 2002, then continued at the same institution to earn her Master’s in Organic Chemistry between 2002 and 2004. Dr. Nowrouzi’s commitment to her field culminated in a Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry from Shiraz University, which she completed in 2008. 🎓🔬

Awards and Honors:

Dr. Nowrouzi has been recognized for her outstanding contributions to science. She was named the top researcher of the Faculty of Sciences at Persian Gulf University in 2014 and subsequently received the prestigious accolade of being the top researcher in Bushehr Province in 2016. 🏆🏅

Research Focus:

The research focus of N. Nowrouzi primarily lies in organic synthesis and catalysis, with a strong emphasis on green chemistry. 🧪🌿 The work involves developing novel methodologies for converting various functional groups, such as alcohols, thiols, and ethers, into valuable compounds like alkyl cyanides, azides, and nitriles using triphenylphosphine/2,3-dichloro-5,6-dicyanobenzoquinone systems. 🔄🔬 The research also explores efficient nitration techniques under neutral conditions, novel catalysts for cross-coupling reactions, and the use of ionic liquids and biodegradable polymers for sustainable chemical processes. 🌍🔋 This work aims to advance environmentally friendly practices in chemical synthesis and catalysis. ♻️🌟

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