Taşkın Mumcu | Analytical Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Taşkın Mumcu | Analytical Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Dokuz Eylul University | Turkey

Dr. Taşkın Mumcu is a dedicated researcher from Dokuz Eylül University, specializing in analytical and separation chemistry with a focus on green and sustainable analytical methodologies. His research encompasses chromatographic analysis, mass spectrometry, sample preparation, thermal methods, and the design of novel extraction and sensing techniques for trace metal ions and organic contaminants in environmental and food matrices. Dr. Taşkın Mumcu has authored 10 SCI-indexed journal articles, achieving 62 citations and an h-index of 5, reflecting steady academic impact. His innovative work includes the development of ultrasound-assisted, ionic liquid-based, and hydrazone-functionalized silica extraction systems, as well as emission-based sensors for phosphate and ATP detection. Through his studies published in high-impact journals such as the Journal of Food Composition and Analysis, Spectrochimica Acta Part A, and the International Journal of Environmental Analytical Chemistry, Dr. Taşkın Mumcu has significantly contributed to advancing eco-friendly analytical approaches for food safety, environmental monitoring, and chemical analysis.

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Featured Publications

Pamık, D. T., Bozkurt, S. S., & Mumcu, T. (2023). Ultrasonic assisted dispersive micro-solid phase extraction of some sulfonamide antibiotics from milk and egg samples using polymeric ionic liquid-based chitosan before HPLC analysis. Microchemical Journal, 191, 108876.

Antep, H. M., Mumcu, T., Bostanci, K., Bozkurt, S. S., & Merdivan, M. (2017). Ultrasound-assisted surfactant/ionic liquid aqueous two-phase system extraction prior to high performance liquid chromatography for the determination of tetracyclines in milk and honey samples. Turkish Journal of Chemistry, 41(6), 955–966.

İnan, S., Mumcu, T., & Bozkurt, S. S. (2020). Box–Behnken design for removal of uranium(VI) from aqueous solution using poly(ethylene glycol) based dicationic ionic liquid impregnated chitosan. Turkish Journal of Chemistry, 44(3), 756–774.

Mumcu, T., & Bozkurt, S. S. (2019). Aqueous two-phase extraction technique based on magnetic ionic liquid–nonionic surfactant for phenolic acids in grape, apple, pear, and banana. Turkish Journal of Chemistry, 43(6), 1672–1685.

Mumcu, T., & Seyhan Bozkurt, S. (2022). Simultaneous extraction of five phenolic acids in fruits using ultrasound assisted aqueous two phase system based on polyethylene glycol–ionic liquid–sodium carbonate. Separation Science and Technology, 57(3), 433–443.

Tatyana Moroz | Raman Spectroscopy | Women Researcher Award

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Ms. Tatyana Moroz | Raman Spectroscopy | Women Researcher Award

Researcher from V. S. Sobolev Institute of Geology and Mineralogy | Russia

Ms. Tatyana N. Moroz is a distinguished physicist and researcher specializing in crystallography and vibrational spectroscopy. She earned her diploma from Novosibirsk State University’s Physical Faculty in 1973 and has since dedicated over five decades to scientific research. Her early work focused on analytical methods for atmospheric pollutants, using gas chromatography and spectroscopic techniques. Since 1987, she has worked at the Laboratory of X-Ray, Infrared & Raman Spectroscopy at the United Institute of Geology, Geophysics, and Mineralogy, SB RAS. Under the mentorship of Dr. Diana K. Arkhipenko, Ms. Moroz has extensively studied the structural and mineralogical properties of natural and synthetic minerals, using Raman and infrared spectroscopy. She has presented her work at international conferences across Europe and the U.S. and has authored around 30 scientific papers. Her contributions span from hydrotalcite crystallography to geochemical analysis, cementing her role as a pioneering woman in physical and geological sciences.

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Educational Background

Ms. Tatyana Moroz pursued her higher education at the prestigious Novosibirsk State University, where she was enrolled in the Physical Faculty, specifically in the Department of Molecular Physics. From 1969 to 1973, she undertook rigorous academic training in physics, focusing on both theoretical and experimental approaches to the physical sciences. Her coursework emphasized solid-state physics, molecular interactions, and foundational spectroscopy, laying the groundwork for her future research in crystallography and vibrational analysis. In July 1973, she was awarded a diploma, officially graduating as a qualified physicist. This academic foundation not only equipped her with advanced scientific knowledge but also shaped her methodical approach to research. The comprehensive curriculum and mentorship she received at Novosibirsk State University played a critical role in influencing her professional path and her later contributions to the Russian Academy of Sciences and the Institute of Geology and Mineralogy, where she became a specialist in Raman and infrared spectroscopy.

Professional Experience

Ms. Tatyana Moroz has built an extensive and impactful career in the fields of physics, geology, and spectroscopy through her longstanding association with esteemed Russian research institutions. She began her professional journey as an engineer at the Electrovacuum Institute in Novosibirsk (1973–1974), followed by a 12-year tenure (1974–1986) at the Institute of Applied Physics, where she focused on analytical instrumentation and environmental spectroscopy. From 1987 to 1988, she served as an engineer at the Laboratory of the United Institute of Geology, Geophysics and Mineralogy, Russian Academy of Sciences. She then progressed to the position of Junior Researcher from 1988 to 1993. Her expertise and dedication led to her promotion as a Researcher at the Laboratory of X-Ray, Infrared, and Raman Spectroscopy (1993–1996). Since 1994, Ms. Moroz has continuously contributed as a Researcher at the Institute of Geology and Mineralogy SB RAS, focusing on crystallography, mineralogy, and spectroscopic studies

Research Focus

Ms. Tatyana Moroz’s research primarily centers on mineralogy, crystallography, and vibrational spectroscopy, with a strong emphasis on the structural and chemical characterization of natural and synthetic minerals. Her work integrates Raman and infrared spectroscopy to investigate the crystal-chemical properties and symmetry refinements of minerals, such as hydrotalcites, ellestadite, and chabazite. She has contributed significantly to the understanding of polymorphic modifications (e.g., TiO₂), space group identification, and the geochemical analysis of complex mineral formations. In addition to geological applications, her interdisciplinary research includes studies on biological samples like human gallstones and salivary stones using spectroscopic and elemental analysis techniques. Her collaborative efforts have also explored spinel formation and cobalt-containing sulfates in ore deposits. Overall, Ms. Moroz’s work lies at the intersection of geoscience, physical chemistry, and material analysis, highlighting the role of vibrational spectroscopy in solving structural and compositional challenges in both geological and biomedical contexts.

Publication Top Notes

  • Raman Spectroscopic Analysis of Cyanobacteria in Apatite-Containing Rocks of the Tomtor Nb-REE Deposit (Russia)
    Year: 2025

  • Unusual Ore Mineralization of Siliceous Rocks in the Southern Kambalny Central Thermal Field (Kamchatka)
    Year: 2024

  • Signatures of the Involvement of Microorganisms in the Formation of Nodular Monazite (Kularite), Republic of Sakha (Yakutia), Russia
    Year: 2024
    Citations: 1

  • Montbrayite from the Svetlinsk Gold–Telluride Deposit (South Urals, Russia): Composition Variability and Decomposition
    Year: 2023
    Citations: 2

  • Native Gold and Unique Gold–Brannerite Nuggets from the Placer of the Kamenny Stream, Ozerninsky Ore Cluster (Western Transbaikalia, Russia) and Possible Sources
    Year: 2023
    Citations: 2

Conclusion

Dr. Tatiana N. Moroz is highly suitable for the Research for Women Researcher Award. Her long-standing contribution to geochemistry and spectroscopy, her scientific rigor, and her participation in global research activities demonstrate both excellence and perseverance in a male-dominated field. With an enriching research career spanning over five decades, she embodies the spirit of scientific dedication and innovation, making her a commendable nominee for this prestigious recognition.

 

Dr. Myriam Rojas | Analiytical chemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Myriam Rojas | Analiytical chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Myriam Rojas, Karlsruhe Institute of Technology, Germany

Ph.D. in Engineering – Energy Systems from the National University of Colombia, Dr. Myriam Rojas is an expert in biomass valorization, thermochemical processes, and sustainable energy systems 🌱⚙️. With 15+ years in academia and research institutions across Colombia, Germany, and the Netherlands, she excels in R&D project management, process modeling, and advanced analytics 📊. Currently a Postdoctoral Researcher at KIT (Germany), she has published widely on biofuels, bio-based detergents, and pyrolysis 🔥📘. Passionate about sustainable innovation, Dr. Rojas actively collaborates across sectors to drive energy transition and circular bioeconomy solutions. Fluent in English and Spanish, she is learning Dutch

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🎓 Educational Background

Dr. Myriam Rojas Salas holds a Ph.D. in Engineering – Energy Systems from the National University of Colombia (2016–2020) 🎓⚡, where she specialized in sustainable energy technologies and biomass valorization. She previously earned a Master’s degree in Agro-industrial Engineering (2012–2014) 🌾🧪 from the same institution and a Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Engineering from the University of Nariño (2003–2008) 🚜📘. In addition to her formal education, Dr. Rojas pursued further training in Practical Data Science with MATLAB (MathWorks) and Innovation Management through Erasmus University Rotterdam 📊💡, enhancing her interdisciplinary expertise in engineering, analytics, and innovation.

💼 Professional Experience

Dr. Myriam Rojas Salas is currently a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), Germany 🇩🇪, where she advances biofuels upgrading and EU Horizon-funded R&D initiatives 🔬⚗️. Previously, at ICIPC in Colombia 🇨🇴, she managed chemical recycling projects and mentored Master’s students in process optimization ♻️👩‍🏫. At In3 Corporation, she led innovations in bio-based detergents and patented sustainable technologies 🌱🔍. Her research journey includes cocoa roasting kinetics at the University of Groningen 🇳🇱 and leadership roles in CIAD and ROIC SAS, focusing on biomass valorization and biochar energy recovery 🌾🔥. She also co-founded the INNOUS Research Group

🔬 Research Focus

Dr. Myriam Rojas Salas’s research lies at the intersection of bioenergy, thermal conversion, and sustainable materials 🌱🔥. Her work explores non-isothermal kinetics of lignocellulosic biomass such as cocoa shells, sugarcane bagasse, and fique residues during processes like pyrolysis, roasting, and torrefaction 🌾♻️. She is particularly skilled in analytical techniques (GC-MS, TGA, HPLC, FTIR) for characterizing thermal degradation and volatile compounds 💡🧪. Dr. Rojas also investigates bioproduct development, including bio-based detergents and fungistatic agents, aligning with goals in circular economy and waste valorization 🌍🔁. Her work supports innovation in green chemistry and renewable energy systems

Publication Top Notes

📘 Non-isothermal kinetics of cellulose, hemicellulose, and lignin degradation during cocoa bean shell pyrolysis (2023) | Cited by: [Unknown] | 🔥🌱
📘 Analysis of cocoa particle roasting process in a μ-reactor (2022) | Cited by: [Unknown] | 🍫⚗️
📘 Analysis of the performance and products in the torrefaction of sugarcane bagasse with different particle sizes (2022) | Cited by: [Unknown] | 🍬🌾
📘 Physicochemical Phenomena in the Roasting of Cocoa (Theobroma cacao L.) (2022) | Cited by: [Unknown] | 🍫🔬
📘 Kinetic Studies on Cocoa Roasting Including Volatile Characterization (2021) | Cited by: [Unknown] | ⏱️🍫
📕 Fique biomass: industrial, biocide and biofuel potential (2021) | Cited by: [Unknown] | 🌿🧪
📘 Roasting impact on the chemical and physical structure of Criollo cocoa variety (Theobroma cacao L.) (2020) | Cited by: [Unknown] | 🍫🏗️
📄 Heating rate effect on the formation of pyrazines in the process of cocoa roasting (2019) | Cited by: [Unknown] | 🔥☕
📋 Effect of heating rate on the process of roasting cocoa particles using TGA and PTV-GC-MS analysis (2019) | Cited by: [Unknown] | 🔥📊
📘 Spray drying of sisal liquids extracts (Furcraea spp.): Overall performance of the drying process (2017) | Cited by: [Unknown] | 🌿💨
📘 Spray drying of Furcraea spp extracts and evaluation of their fungistatic ability (2016) | Cited by: [Unknown] | 🦠🌾
📗 Aprovechamiento de jugos y bagazos del beneficio de fique en elaboración de abonos orgánicos (2013) | Cited by: [Unknown] | 🌱📗

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 🧬💻