Bibi-Mariyam Khassankhojayeva | Chemical Engineering | Best Research Article Award

Best Research Article Award

Bibi-Mariyam Khassankhojayeva
Affiliation South Kazakhstan University of Muktar Auezov
Country Kazakhstan
Documents 6
Subject Area Chemical Engineering
Event International Research Excellence and Best Paper Awards
ORCID 0000-0002-3568-2043

Bibi-Mariyam Khassankhojayeva

Bibi-Mariyam Khassankhojayeva of the South Kazakhstan University of Muktar Auezov, Kazakhstan, is recognized with the Best Research Article Award in Chemical Engineering. Her recognized research examines the valorization of oil sludge through recovery of its organic fraction and its application as a substitute for petroleum processing oil in SKI-3 rubber compounds. The study connects waste-resource recovery, petroleum-derived materials, and rubber-compound development within an applied chemical engineering context [1].

Abstract

This article recognizes Bibi-Mariyam Khassankhojayeva with the Best Research Article Award for work in Chemical Engineering concerning oil-sludge valorization and rubber-compound development. The recognized study investigates recovery of the organic fraction from oil sludge and its potential use as a substitute for petroleum processing oil in SKI-3 rubber compounds. The research addresses the conversion of an industrial residue into a potentially useful material while considering its application within polymer processing. By connecting waste-resource recovery with rubber technology, the study represents an applied approach to materials utilization, resource efficiency, and chemical engineering. Its subject matter is relevant to broader efforts toward improved industrial resource management and alternative material development [1].

Keywords

Best Research Article Award, Bibi-Mariyam Khassankhojayeva, Chemical Engineering, Oil Sludge, Oil-Sludge Valorization, Organic Fraction Recovery, Petroleum Processing Oil, SKI-3 Rubber, Rubber Compounds, Waste Valorization, Resource Recovery, Polymer Materials, Industrial Waste, Sustainable Materials, Chemical Processing.

Introduction

Oil sludge is a complex industrial residue generated during petroleum-related operations and may contain organic components that can be investigated for material recovery. Valorization approaches seek to convert such residues into useful resources rather than treating them solely as waste. The recognized study applies this concept to the recovery of an organic fraction and its potential incorporation into SKI-3 rubber compounds as an alternative to petroleum processing oil [1].

Research Profile

Bibi-Mariyam Khassankhojayeva is affiliated with the South Kazakhstan University of Muktar Auezov in Kazakhstan and is associated with research in Chemical Engineering. The supplied bibliographic information identifies six documents within the relevant research profile. Her recognized work addresses oil-sludge processing, organic-fraction recovery, and application of recovered material in SKI-3 rubber compounds, connecting chemical engineering with materials and waste-resource research [1].

Research Contributions

The recognized research contributes to the study of oil-sludge valorization by examining recovery of its organic fraction for subsequent material use. Its application to SKI-3 rubber compounds provides a specific pathway for investigating whether recovered organic material can substitute for petroleum processing oil. This approach combines waste-resource utilization with rubber formulation and demonstrates an applied chemical engineering perspective on secondary raw materials [1].

Publications

The supplied research profile indicates six documents associated with the specified academic record. The recognized paper focuses specifically on oil-sludge valorization, organic-fraction recovery, and substitution of petroleum processing oil in SKI-3 rubber compounds. A complete publication-level assessment would require examination of the individual records, including article titles, abstracts, journals, publication dates, co-authorship, citation relationships, and experimental findings [1].

Research Impact

The research has potential relevance to industrial waste management and materials development because it considers the recovery of an organic fraction from oil sludge for use in a rubber-compounding application. Substituting recovered material for petroleum processing oil may provide a research pathway for reducing dependence on virgin petroleum-derived inputs. The supplied profile records six documents, while broader impact should be assessed from documented citations, adoption, subsequent studies, and industrial validation [1].

Award Suitability

Bibi-Mariyam Khassankhojayeva is recognized with the Best Research Article Award for the study titled “Oil-Sludge Valorization Through Organic-Fraction Recovery and Its Use as a Substitute for Petroleum Processing Oil in SKI-3 Rubber Compounds.” The work addresses a clearly defined chemical engineering problem involving resource recovery and material application. Its focus on converting an industrial residue into a potential input for rubber processing provides an identifiable connection between waste valorization and materials engineering [1].

Conclusion

Bibi-Mariyam Khassankhojayeva of the South Kazakhstan University of Muktar Auezov, Kazakhstan, is recognized with the Best Research Article Award for research in Chemical Engineering. Her recognized study examines recovery of the organic fraction from oil sludge and its use as a substitute for petroleum processing oil in SKI-3 rubber compounds. The work provides an applied research perspective on waste valorization, resource recovery, and alternative materials for rubber processing [1].

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References

  1. Khassankhojayeva, B.-M. (n.d.). Oil-Sludge Valorization Through Organic-Fraction Recovery and Its Use as a Substitute for Petroleum Processing Oil in SKI-3 Rubber Compounds. Research article information supplied for the Best Research Article Award.
    DOI:https://www.mdpi.com/2227-9717/14/19/3058
  2. ORCID. (n.d.). ORCID record: Bibi-Mariyam Khassankhojayeva.
    ORCID.https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3568-2043
  3. Best Paper Awards. (n.d.). Best Paper Awards.
    https://bestpaperawards.com/

Marina Stramarkou | Chemical Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Marina Stramarkou | Chemical Engineering | Best Researcher Award

MSCA Postdoctoral Fellow at National Centre for Scientific Research “Demokritos” Greece.

Dr. Marina Stramarkou is a multidisciplinary researcher in food engineering and nanotechnology, currently serving as a Marie Skłodowska-Curie Postdoctoral Fellow at Teagasc, Ireland. She earned her Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from the National Technical University of Athens, where she was awarded for the best doctoral thesis with industrial interest. Her work bridges academia and industry, focusing on smart materials, functional foods, sustainable packaging, and personalized nutrition systems. Her contributions have been recognized with multiple awards including the Dimitris N. Chorafas Prize and Thomaides Publication Awards for eight consecutive years.

Publication Profile

ORCID

Scopus

Education

Dr. Marina Stramarkou holds a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from the National Technical University of Athens (NTUA), completed in collaboration with the National Centre for Scientific Research “Demokritos” (2016–2022). Her doctoral research focused on the development of smart packaging systems using electronic sensors on flexible substrates to activate encapsulated food bioactive compounds, supported by an industrial research fellowship from the Stavros Niarchos Foundation. She also earned a Master’s degree in “Techno-economic Systems” (8.84/10) through a joint program by NTUA’s School of Electrical and Computer Engineering and the University of Piraeus (2018–2020). Her academic foundation is a Diploma in Chemical Engineering (equivalent to an integrated Master’s, Grade: 7.98/10) from NTUA, completed in 2016.

Currently, Dr. Stramarkou is a Marie Skłodowska-Curie Postdoctoral Fellow (2025–2027) at Teagasc – Agriculture and Food Development Authority in Dublin, Ireland, where her research involves the design of personalized emulsions for controlled omega-3 delivery and flavor improvement.

Professional Experience

Dr. Stramarkou has extensive experience in leading and contributing to multidisciplinary European and national research projects across the fields of food innovation, smart packaging, environmental sustainability, and nanotechnology. Notable roles include Project Manager for CONVERT2GREEN and RECOFFEE, and Visiting Researcher for the VALIAS project at Teagasc. She has contributed to the development of innovative functional foods, biodegradable materials, and bio-based packaging systems in projects such as VEGAN BURGER, PERIOROU, OLIVIA, SAFEBAG, and TASTESTEVIA.

Her technical competencies include advanced encapsulation techniques (e.g., electrospinning, spray drying), sensor fabrication, food and material characterization (e.g., HPLC, GC-MS, SEM), and environmental impact assessments through Life Cycle Assessment and Costing. She has also contributed to final product development including smart food packaging, antimicrobial plastics, and novel food formulations.

Research Interest 

Dr. Stramarkou’s research spans food nanotechnology, smart packaging, bioactive delivery systems, circular economy solutions, encapsulation of nutraceuticals, sensor technology, and techno-economic and environmental assessments. She is particularly interested in functional food innovation, sustainable processing technologies, and value-added utilization of food waste and by-products.

Author Metrics

  • Publications: 10+ peer-reviewed articles in high-impact journals

  • Citations: ~200+ (as of April 2025)

  • h-index: 7🥇📚🌍.

Awards & Fellowships

  • Chorafas Prize for Best Doctoral Dissertation, NTUA (2023)

  • Best Doctoral Thesis in Industrial Applications, School of Chemical Engineering, NTUA (2023)

  • Thomaides Award for Scientific Publications (2016–2023)

  • SNF Industrial PhD Fellowship, Stavros Niarchos Foundation (2018–2022)

  • Eurobank EFG Award, for top high school graduation marks (2010)

Top Noted Publication

Title: Fabrication of ZnO Thin Films Doped with Na at Different Percentages for Sensing CO₂ in Small Quantities at Room Temperature
Journal: Sensors
Publication Date: 2025-04-24
DOI: 10.3390/s25092705
Authors: Marina Stramarkou, Achilleas Bardakas, Magdalini Krokida, Christos Tsamis
Summary: This study focuses on the development of Na-doped ZnO thin films optimized for detecting low concentrations of CO₂ at room temperature, aiming for applications in environmental monitoring and smart packaging.

Title: A Comprehensive Review of the Latest Trends in Spray Freeze Drying and Comparative Insights with Conventional Technologies
Journal: Pharmaceutics
Publication Date: 2024-11-29
DOI: 10.3390/pharmaceutics16121533
Authors: Maria Ioannou Sartzi, Dimitrios Drettas, Marina Stramarkou, Magdalini Krokida
Summary: This review critically compares spray freeze drying (SFD) to conventional drying techniques, highlighting advances in the pharmaceutical field, product stability, and encapsulation efficiency.

Title: Optimization of Encapsulation of Stevia Glycosides through Electrospraying and Spray Drying
Journal: Food Hydrocolloids
Publication Date: 2022-10
DOI: 10.1016/j.foodhyd.2022.107854
Authors: Vasiliki Oikonomopoulou, Marina Stramarkou, Artemis Plakida, Magdalini Krokida
Summary: This paper presents optimization studies on the encapsulation of stevia glycosides using electrospraying and spray drying, aiming to improve their stability and release properties in functional food applications.

Title: Comparative Analysis of Different Drying Techniques Based on the Qualitative Characteristics of Spirulina platensis Biomass
Journal: Journal of Aquatic Food Product Technology
Publication Date: 2021-05-28
DOI: 10.1080/10498850.2021.1900969
Authors: Marina Stramarkou, Sofia Papadaki, Konstantina Kyriakopoulou, Ioannis Tzovenis, Marios Chronis, Magdalini Krokida
Summary: The study compares multiple drying methods (spray drying, freeze drying, convective drying) for Spirulina platensis, evaluating impacts on color, protein content, antioxidant activity, and rehydration properties.

Title: Encapsulation of Rosemary Essential Oil into Biodegradable Polymers for Application in Crop Management
Journal: Journal of Polymers and the Environment
Publication Date: 2020-08
DOI: 10.1007/s10924-020-01760-5
Authors: Marina Stramarkou, Vasiliki Oikonomopoulou, Theodora Missirli, Ioanna Thanassoulia, Magdalini Krokida
Summary: The work explores the encapsulation of rosemary essential oil into biodegradable polymers, aiming to create sustainable crop management solutions with slow-release antimicrobial activity.

Conclusion

Dr. Marina Stramarkou is highly suitable for the Best Researcher Award. Her trajectory reflects an emerging research leader with interdisciplinary strengths, industrial relevance, and a drive for innovation in sustainable materials and functional foods. Her work stands out for its originality, technical sophistication, and societal relevance, making her a compelling candidate for this recognition. With continued publication momentum and expanded global impact, her research legacy is poised for even greater recognition.