Abrar Hussain | Synthetic Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Abrar Hussain | Synthetic Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Research Assistant at University of Science and Technology (UST) | South Korea

Mr. Abrar Hussain is a Pakistani chemist currently serving as a Research Assistant at the Korea Atomic Energy Research Institute (KAERI), South Korea. He earned his Master of Science in Chemistry from the National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST), Islamabad, graduating with distinction for his thesis on the synthesis and biological screening of novel Schiff bases, and completed his Bachelor of Science in Chemistry at the University of Sargodha. His research spans synthetic, environmental, and polymer chemistry, focusing on the development of nanomaterials, electrochemical sensors, and biomaterials for environmental and biomedical applications. Hussain has authored and co-authored multiple publications in leading journals, including the Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering, European Polymer Journal, Chemosphere, and Microchemical Journal, with additional papers under review in top-tier outlets such as the International Journal of Hydrogen Energy and Polymer Reviews. His notable works explore nanocomposite hydrogels, fluorescence-based detection technologies, and machine learning-driven environmental monitoring. According to his Scopus profile, he has accumulated 36 citations from 13 documents with an h-index of 4, reflecting his growing influence in multidisciplinary research. He has actively participated in international conferences and received several honors, including the Best Researcher of the Year Award from UST-KAERI. Professionally, he is affiliated with the American Chemical Society (ACS) and is recognized for his collaborative research contributions bridging chemistry, materials science, and environmental sustainability.

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Feautured Publications

Saleem, M., Hussain, A., Rauf, M., Khan, S. U., Haider, S., Hanif, M., Rafiq, M., et al. (2025). Ratiometric fluorescence and chromogenic probe for trace detection of selected transition metals. Journal of Fluorescence, 35(3), 1841–1853. Cited by: 12

Shahzad, K., Hasan, A., Naqvi, S. K. H., Parveen, S., Hussain, A., Ko, K. C., & Park, S. H. (2025). Recent advances and factors affecting the adsorption of nano/microplastics by magnetic biochar. Chemosphere, 370, 143936. Cited by: 11

Hussain, A., Raza, M. A., Shahzad, K., Ko, K. C., Han, S. S., & Park, S. H. (2024). Integration of molybdenum disulfide and phosphorene into polymeric-based nanocomposite hydrogels for various biomedical applications: Recent advances and future prospects. European Polymer Journal, 218, 113347. Cited by: 8

Saleem, M., Hussain, A., Hanif, M., Ahmad, H., Khan, S. U., Haider, S., Rafiq, M., et al. (2025). Synthesis, in vitro cytotoxic activity and optical analysis of substituted Schiff base derivatives. Journal of Fluorescence, 35(6), 3981–3989. Cited by: 6

Saleem, M., Hussain, A., Khan, S. U., Haider, S., Lee, K. H., & Park, S. H. (2025). Symmetrical ligand’s fabricated porous silicon surface based photoluminescence sensor for metal detection and entrapment. Journal of Fluorescence, 35(5), 2749–2762. Cited by: 5

Michele Greque De Morais | Hydrothermal Synthesis | Breakthrough Research Award

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Michele Greque De Morais | Hydrothermal Synthesis | Breakthrough Research Award

Research scholar at Federal University of Rio Grande |  Brazil

Prof. Dr. Michele Greque de Morais is a distinguished scholar at the Federal University of Rio Grande, recognized for her pioneering research in food engineering, biotechnology, and nanobiotechnology. She earned her degrees in Food Science and Engineering at FURG, complemented by international academic experiences at Philipps-Universität Marburg in Germany, the Scripps Institution of Oceanography, and the University of California, San Diego. Her scientific output is extensive, with over 150 peer-reviewed journal articles, 56 book chapters, 58 published books, and more than 200 conference papers. She has also contributed significantly to innovation with 27 patents and the development of 13 technological products. According to Scopus, she has authored 185 indexed works, accumulating 7246 citations with a robust h-index of 47, reflecting the global impact and recognition of her research contributions. Beyond academia, she has led 33 completed and 23 ongoing research projects, partnered with industries in 16 consultancy projects, and played key roles in national and international collaborations focused on sustainable development, microalgae-based bioproducts, and carbon biofixation technologies. Her editorial leadership includes serving as Associate Editor for Bioresource Technology. She has supervised numerous graduate and postgraduate students, shaping future generations of researchers, and has been recognized among the world’s most influential scientists by PLOS Biology. Through her dedication to advancing sustainable bioprocesses, food security, and biotechnology applications, Professor Michele Greque de Morais has established herself as a leading researcher with a profound impact on both scientific knowledge and societal development

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Featured Publication

De Morais, M. G., & Costa, J. A. V. (2007). Biofixation of carbon dioxide by Spirulina sp. and Scenedesmus obliquus cultivated in a three-stage serial tubular photobioreactor. Journal of Biotechnology, 129(3), 439–445.

De Morais, M. G., Vaz, B. S., De Morais, E. G., & Costa, J. A. V. (2015). Biologically active metabolites synthesized by microalgae. BioMed Research International, 2015(1), 835761.

De Morais, M. G., & Costa, J. A. V. (2007). Isolation and selection of microalgae from coal-fired thermoelectric power plant for biofixation of carbon dioxide. Energy Conversion and Management, 48(7), 2169–2173.

De Morais, M. G., & Costa, J. A. V. (2007). Carbon dioxide fixation by Chlorella kessleri, C. vulgaris, Scenedesmus obliquus and Spirulina sp. cultivated in flasks and vertical tubular photobioreactors. Biotechnology Letters, 29(9), 1349–1352.

Costa, J. A. V., & De Morais, M. G. (2011). The role of biochemical engineering in the production of biofuels from microalgae. Bioresource Technology, 102(1), 2–9.

da Silva Vaz, B., Moreira, J. B., De Morais, M. G., & Costa, J. A. V. (2016). Microalgae as a new source of bioactive compounds in food supplements. Current Opinion in Food Science, 7, 73–77.