Najmeh Najmoddin | Biomaterial Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Assist Prof Dr. Najmeh Najmoddin | Biomaterial Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor at Islamic Azad University, Science and Research Branch, Iran

Summary:

Dr. Najmeh Najmoddin is an accomplished Assistant Professor specializing in material science and nanotechnology, with extensive expertise in medical engineering. She has received numerous accolades for her academic and research achievements, including being named a distinguished student multiple times and winning awards at international conferences. Dr. Najmoddin’s research focuses on the innovative applications of nanomaterials and composites in the medical field, with a particular interest in tissue engineering, drug delivery, and wound dressing. She has also contributed significantly to teaching, sharing her knowledge and passion for materials science with students in various engineering disciplines.

Professional Profile:

šŸ‘©ā€šŸŽ“Education:

Ph.D. in Material Science and Nanotechnology

  • Institutions: Iran University of Science and Technology (IUST), Tehran, Iran; KTH Royal Institute of Technology, Stockholm, Sweden
  • Average: 18.43

M.Sc. in Medical Engineering (Biomaterial)

  • Institution: Amirkabir University of Technology (AUT), Tehran, Iran
  • Average: 19.79

B.Sc. in Material Science

  • Institution: Iran University of Science and Technology (IUST), Tehran, Iran
  • Average: 16.9

šŸ¢ Professional Experience:

Dr. Najmeh Najmoddin is an Assistant Professor with a robust background in material science, medical engineering, and nanotechnology. She has served as a researcher in various capacities, including work on the critical ingate velocity of molten metal at Saipa Malleable Co and surface modification of poly dimethylsiloxane with Argon and CO2 lasers in the Laser and Nanobiophotonics Lab at AUT. Her international experience includes research in magnetic ceramic materials in Sweden, where she also worked with advanced instruments such as XRD, TEM, FTIR, DSC, TG, and BET.

She has been recognized multiple times for her academic excellence and research contributions, including being the distinguished student at IUST and AUT, winning the first Medical Engineering Competition in Iran, and receiving awards at the Asia Nanotech Camp.

Research Interests:

Dr. Najmoddin’s research interests are focused on the application of nanomaterials in the medical field, including:

  • Magnetic nanoporous and mesoporous materials
  • Application of nanomaterials in tissue engineering, drug delivery, imaging, and wound dressing
  • Application of composites in the medical field
  • Surface modification of biomaterials
  • Synthesis and characterization of nanobiomaterials
  • 3D printed electromagnetic scaffolds in tissue engineering

Teaching Experience:

Dr. Najmoddin has taught a variety of subjects in material science and engineering, including:

  • Material Science Principles
  • Metal Forming Principles
  • Non-destructive Testing
  • Materials Engineering
  • Thermodynamics
  • Introduction to Biomedical Materials
  • Chemistry
  • Nanomaterials and Their Medical Applications
  • Composites and Their Medical Applications
  • Research Methods and Information Systems
  • Physical and Mechanical Properties of Materials
  • Ceramics and Their Medical Engineering

Top Noted Publication:

XRD cation distribution and magnetic properties of mesoporous Zn-substituted CuFe2O4

  • Authors: N. Najmoddin, A. Beitollahi, H. Kavas, S.M. Mohseni, H. Rezaie, J. ƅkerman
  • Journal: Ceramics International
  • Volume: 40(2)
  • Pages: 3619-3625
  • Year: 2014
  • Citations: 113

An injectable anisotropic alginate hydrogel containing oriented fibers for nerve tissue engineering

  • Authors: P. Ghaderinejad, N. Najmoddin, Z. Bagher, M. Saeed, S. Karimi, S. Simorgh
  • Journal: Chemical Engineering Journal
  • Volume: 420
  • Article Number: 130465
  • Year: 2021
  • Citations: 83

Alginate-magnetic short nanofibers 3D composite hydrogel enhances the encapsulated human olfactory mucosa stem cells bioactivity for potential nerve regeneration application

  • Authors: S. Karimi, Z. Bagher, N. Najmoddin, S. Simorgh, M. Pezeshki-Modaress
  • Journal: International Journal of Biological Macromolecules
  • Volume: 167
  • Pages: 796-806
  • Year: 2021
  • Citations: 78

Developing antibacterial superhydrophobic coatings based on polydimethylsiloxane/silver phosphate nanocomposites: assessment of surface morphology, roughness and chemistry

  • Authors: J. Seyfi, V. Goodarzi, F.R. Wurm, S. Shojaei, M. Jafari-Nodoushan, N. Najmoddin
  • Journal: Progress in Organic Coatings
  • Volume: 149
  • Article Number: 105944
  • Year: 2020
  • Citations: 38

Artemisia annua L. as a promising medicinal plant for powerful wound healing applications

  • Authors: F.S. Mirbehbahani, F. Hejazi, N. Najmoddin, A. Asefnejad
  • Journal: Progress in Biomaterials
  • Volume: 9
  • Pages: 139-151
  • Year: 2020
  • Citations: 36

Gang Chen | Cellulose-based material | Best Researcher Award

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Prof Dr. Gang Chen, Cellulose-based material, Best Researcher Award

Professor at South China University of Technology, China

Summary:

Prof. Dr. Gang Chen is a leading expert in papermaking technologies and special paper, with extensive research contributions and innovations in the field. He serves as the Chief Professor and Ph.D. Supervisor at South China University of Technology, where he leads the Special Paper Research Team. Dr. Chen has been instrumental in advancing new papermaking technologies and developing special paper materials, with over 100 published papers and 36 patents to his name. His collaborative efforts with prominent institutions and active involvement in national and provincial research projects underscore his commitment to innovation and excellence in the papermaking industry.

Professional Profile:

šŸ‘©ā€šŸŽ“Education:

Dr. Gang Chen holds a Ph.D. in Pulp and Paper Making from South China University of Technology.

Professional Experience:

Dr. Gang Chen is a distinguished Chief Professor and Ph.D. Supervisor leading the Special Paper Research Team at South China University of Technology. With a profound expertise in new papermaking technologies and special paper, he has been at the forefront of research and innovation in his field. Over the course of his career, Dr. Chen has successfully led and participated in over 80 research projects, amassing a total funding of 41 million RMB. His prolific academic output includes over 100 published papers, with 58 indexed in major academic databases, alongside authoring a monograph and securing 36 invention patents. Additionally, he has been actively involved in consultancy and industry projects, contributing significantly to advancements in papermaking technologies.

Research and Innovations:

Dr. Chen’s research focuses on special paper-based materials, nanofiber composite materials, and cellulose-based hygroscopic materials. He is dedicated to exploring specialty paper technologies, paper-based functional materials, paper coating technology, fiber mixing and forming mechanisms, and the preparation and application of nanocellulose. His work extends to national key research and development programs, green manufacturing system integration projects, and various foundation and high-tech achievement incubation projects.

Publications Top Noted:Ā 

Enantioselective C(sp3)ā€’H Bond Activation by Chiral Transition Metal Catalysts

  • Authors: T.G. Saint-Denis, R.Y. Zhu, G. Chen, Q.F. Wu, J.Q. Yu
  • Journal: Science
  • Volume: 359, Issue 6377
  • Year: 2018
  • DOI: 10.1126/science.aao4798
  • Citations: 628

All-Perovskite Tandem Solar Cells with Improved Grain Surface Passivation

  • Authors: R. Lin, J. Xu, M. Wei, Y. Wang, Z. Qin, Z. Liu, J. Wu, K. Xiao, B. Chen, S.M. Park, et al.
  • Journal: Nature
  • Volume: 603, Issue 7899
  • Year: 2022
  • DOI: 10.1038/s41586-021-04174-w
  • Citations: 618

Applied Integer Programming: Modeling and Solution

  • Authors: D.S. Chen, R.G. Batson, Y. Dang
  • Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
  • Year: 2011
  • ISBN: 9780470373064
  • Citations: 589

Novel Nanostructured Paper with Ultrahigh Transparency and Ultrahigh Haze for Solar Cells

  • Authors: Z. Fang, H. Zhu, Y. Yuan, D. Ha, S. Zhu, C. Preston, Q. Chen, Y. Li, X. Han, et al.
  • Journal: Nano Letters
  • Volume: 14, Issue 2
  • Year: 2014
  • DOI: 10.1021/nl404101p
  • Citations: 495

Successful Recovery of COVIDā€19 Pneumonia in a Renal Transplant Recipient with Longā€Term Immunosuppression

  • Authors: L. Zhu, X. Xu, K.E. Ma, J. Yang, H. Guan, S. Chen, Z. Chen, G. Chen
  • Journal: American Journal of Transplantation
  • Volume: 20, Issue 7
  • Year: 2020
  • DOI: 10.1111/ajt.15905
  • Citations: 405

Parisa Heydari | Biomaterial | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Parisa Heydari, Biomaterial, Best Researcher Award

Doctorate at Isfahan university technology, Iran

Summary:

Dr. Parisa Heydari is a distinguished researcher in the field of Biomedical Engineering, specializing in Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering. She completed her Ph.D. at Isfahan University of Technology, where she developed innovative wound dressing materials with sequential drug release capabilities. Dr. Heydari has received numerous accolades for her academic excellence and groundbreaking research, positioning her as a leading figure in her field.

Professional Profile:

šŸ‘©ā€šŸŽ“Education:

Ph.D., Biomedical Engineering, Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering

  • Isfahan University of Technology (Sep 2018 – Mar 2023)
  • GPA: 19.15/20
  • Supervisors: Dr. Mahshid Kharaziha, Prof. Jaleh Varshosaz

M.Sc., Biomedical Engineering, Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering

  • Isfahan University of Medical Sciences (Sep 2015 – Mar 2018)
  • GPA: 19.25/20
  • Supervisors: Dr. Anousheh Zargar Kharazi, Prof. Jaleh Varshosaz

B.Sc., Physics- Metrology

  • Yazd University (Sep 2011 – Jul 2015)
  • GPA: 18.12/20

Professional Experience:

Since March 2018, Dr. Heydari has been a researcher in the Biomaterials and Tissue Engineering Department at Isfahan University of Medical Sciences. In this role, she has contributed to significant advancements in the development of biomaterials for medical applications, focusing on drug delivery systems and tissue engineering solutions.

Research Interest:

Dr. Heydari’s research interests include the synthesis and application of nanomaterials for biomedical purposes, specifically in the areas of wound healing and tissue engineering. Her work involves cell culture (2D and 3D), electrospinning, 3D printing, hydrogel fabrication, and the development of advanced drug delivery systems. She is particularly interested in the role of biomaterials in modulating the bodyā€™s healing processes and enhancing the effectiveness of medical treatments.

Honors and Awards:

  • Ranked 1st in Biomaterials Ph.D., Isfahan University of Technology (March 2023)
  • Best Ph.D. Thesis in Biomedical Engineering (Grade: 20/20, March 2023)
  • Ranked 1st in Biomaterials MSc, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences (March 2018)
  • Best Master Thesis in Biomedical Engineering (Grade: 20/20, March 2018)
  • Ranked 5th in Biomaterials MSc Nation-Wide University Entrance Exam (Sep 2015)

Publications Top Noted:Ā 

Medicinal Properties and Active Constituents of Dracocephalum kotschyi and Its Significance in Iran: A Systematic Review

  • Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine, 2019
  • Contributors: P. Heydari, M. Yavari, P. Adibi, G. Asghari, S.M. Ghanadian, G.O. Dida
  • Citations: 67
  • DOI: 10.1155/2019/9025167

Preparation and Evaluation of Poly Glycerol Sebacate/Poly Hydroxy Butyrate Coreā€Shell Electrospun Nanofibers with Sequential Release of Ciprofloxacin and Simvastatin in Wound Dressings

  • Polymers for Advanced Technologies, 2018
  • Contributors: P. Heydari, J. Varshosaz, A. Zargar Kharazi, S. Karbasi
  • Citations: 51
  • DOI: 10.1002/pat.4285

Comparing the Wound Healing Effect of a Controlled Release Wound Dressing Containing Curcumin/Ciprofloxacin and Simvastatin/Ciprofloxacin in a Rat Model: A Preclinical Study

  • Journal of Biomedical Materials Research Part A, 2022
  • Contributors: P. Heydari, A. Zargar Kharazi, S. Asgary, S. Parham
  • Citations: 39
  • DOI: 10.1002/jbm.a.37165

Current Knowledge of Immunomodulation Strategies for Chronic Skin Wound Repair

  • Journal of Biomedical Materials Research Part B: Applied Biomaterials, 2022
  • Contributors: P. Heydari, M. Kharaziha, J. Varshosaz, S.H. Javanmard
  • Citations: 20
  • DOI: 10.1002/jbm.b.34826

Corrigendum to ā€œMedicinal Properties and Active Constituents of Dracocephalum kotschyi and Its Significance in Iran: A Systematic Reviewā€

  • Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine, 2019
  • Contributors: P. Heydari, M. Yavari, P. Adibi, G. Asghari, S.M. Ghanadian, G.O. Dida
  • Citations: 10
  • DOI: 10.1155/2019/9025167

Farhad Ghodsi | Thin Films

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Prof. Farhad Ghodsi: Leading Researcher in Thin Films

šŸŽ‰ Congratulations Prof. Farhad GhodsiĀ on Winning the Best Researcher Award! šŸ† Your dedication to research, mentorship, and collaboration with international teams is truly commendable. This award is a testament to your outstanding work and the impact it has on the broader community.

Short Bio:
Prof. Farhad Ghodsi is a Full Professor in the Department of Physics at the University of Guilan. With extensive experience, he has contributed significantly to the field of Physics, particularly in the fabrication and characterization of novel materials. Prof. Ghodsi has supervised numerous Master’s and Ph.D. students, showcasing his commitment to academic mentorship. His research, evidenced by over 650 reviews and impactful publications, reflects his dedication to advancing scientific knowledge.

Professional Profile:

šŸ“š Education:

  • Ph.D., Physics Engineering, Istanbul Technical University (ITU), 1999.
  • M.Sc., Physics Engineering, Istanbul Technical University (ITU), 1995.
  • B.Sc. (Hons), Physics Engineering, Istanbul Technical University (ITU), 1992.

šŸ¢ Current Positions:

  • Full Professor, Department of Physics, University of Guilan, 2011-present.

šŸ” Previous Positions:

  • Associate Professor, Department of Physics, University of Guilan, 2007-2011.
  • Assistant Professor, Department of Physics, University of Guilan, 1999-2007.

šŸ“ˆ Impact Factor:

  • Google Scholar Citations: 1978
    • h-index: 25
    • i10-index: 48
  • Scopus Citations: 1611
    • h-index: 22

šŸ” Reviews:

  • More than 650 reviews from 70 ISI indexed Journals published by Elsevier, Springer, IOP Science, John Wiley, Taylor & Francis, RSC, World Scientific, Kluwer, SciELO

šŸŽ“ Supervisor:

  • Master: 56 Students
  • PhD.: 16 Students

Publication Top Noted:

  • Fabrication of V2O5/NiO double-layer film with hydrophilic property and evaluation of the effects of V2O5 coating on electro-optical parameters of NiO film
  • Electrochemical and optical properties of magnetic CuFe2O4 nanofibers grown by PVP and PVA-assisted solā€“gel electrospinning
  • Crystalline phase change and improvement electro-optical parameters of SnSx thin films by different ambient
  • Electrospun MgCo2O4 nanofibers as an efficient electrode material for pseudocapacitor applications: Effect of calcination temperature on electrochemical performance
  • Effects of nitrogen incorporation on N-doped DLC thin film electrodes fabricated by dielectric barrier discharge plasma: Structural evolution and electrochemical performances
  • Investigating the effect of Zn doping on physical properties of nanostructured Sb2S3 thin films by dipā€‘coating technique
  • 4-Nitro-azo dye-sensitized optical behavior of organic/inorganic hybrid networks in zirconium-based thin films: effect of cu co-doping

Research Focus:

Prof. Farhad Ghodsi’s research focus encompasses various aspects of physics and materials science. His notable contributions include the fabrication and characterization of novel materials, with a keen interest in their electro-optical properties. Some key areas of his research focus include:

  1. Thin Film Technology
  2. Nanomaterials and Nanofibers
  3. Electrochemical Studies
  4. Doping Effects
  5. Supervision and Mentorship