Ahmed Elhenawy | Drug Design | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Ahmed Elhenawy, Drug Design, Best Researcher Award

Doctorate at Al-Azhar University, Egypt

Summary:

Prof. Ahmed El-Henawy is a distinguished academic and researcher in the field of Chemistry, specializing in organic chemistry and pharmaceutical sciences. He holds a Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry with a focus on amino acids and proteins from Al-Azhar University in Cairo, Egypt. With over a decade of experience in academia, Prof. El-Henawy has served as a lecturer, assistant lecturer, and demonstrator at Al-Azhar University, where he has taught a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses in organic chemistry.

Throughout his career, Prof. El-Henawy has made significant contributions to the field of peptide synthesis, particularly in the design and synthesis of novel peptide derivatives with antimicrobial and anticancer properties. His research interests also extend to the development of small molecule drugs, biochemical mechanisms of drug action, and spectroscopic analysis techniques.

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šŸ‘©ā€šŸŽ“Education & Qualification:

Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry:

  • Completed at Al-Azhar University, Cairo, Egypt.
  • Thesis Title: “Synthesis and Study of New Amino Acid Derivatives of Expected Biological Activities”.
  • Specialization: Amino Acids & Proteins.
  • Year of Completion: 2005-2008.

Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Organic Chemistry:

  • Earned at Al-Azhar University, Cairo, Egypt.
  • Thesis Title: “Synthesis and Study of Some Amino Acids Derivatives”.
  • Specialization: Amino Acids & Proteins.
  • Year of Completion: 2002-2005.

One-year Graduate Courses for M.Sc. Degree:

  • Partial fulfillment of the requirements for the M.Sc. degree.
  • Chemistry Department, Faculty of Science, Al-Azhar University, Cairo, Egypt.
  • Year: 2001.

Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Special Chemistry:

  • Obtained from Al-Azhar University, Cairo, Egypt.
  • Year of Completion: 2000.

Professional Experience:Ā Ā 

Prof. Ahmed El-Henawy boasts a rich and extensive professional experience in the field of Chemistry, spanning over several roles and institutions. Since August 2008, he has served as a Lecturer in the Chemistry Department at Al-Azhar University, Cairo, Egypt, where he has been actively involved in teaching undergraduate and postgraduate courses, supervising theses, and contributing to curriculum development. Prior to this, from September 2005 to August 2008, he held the position of Assistant Lecturer at the same institution, where he further honed his teaching and academic skills. Prof. El-Henawy began his academic career as a Demonstrator at Al-Azhar University in September 2002, gaining valuable experience in laboratory instruction and student supervision. In addition to his roles at Al-Azhar University, he has also served as an Assistant Professor at Albaha University, Albaha, KSA, from October 2012 to the present, and as a Professor at Al-Azhar University, Cairo, Egypt, from February 2020 to the present. Throughout his career, Prof. El-Henawy has demonstrated a commitment to excellence in education, research, and academic leadership.

Research Interest:

Peptide Synthesis: Prof. El-Henawy explores the synthesis of novel dipeptide, tripeptide, tetrapeptide, and pentapeptide derivatives with potential antimicrobial activity. This research area involves designing and synthesizing peptide analogs to investigate their bioactivity against microbial pathogens.

Anticancer Agents: He is interested in the synthesis and evaluation of new analogs, such as 2-amino-1,3,4-thiadiazol derivatives, as potential anticancer agents. This research aims to develop novel compounds with enhanced anticancer activity and reduced toxicity profiles.

Small Molecule Drug Design: Prof. El-Henawy is involved in designing and synthesizing small molecule compounds with therapeutic potential. This includes the development of sulfonamide derivatives and other organic molecules with antimicrobial properties.

Biochemical Mechanisms: He investigates the biochemical mechanisms underlying the activity of synthesized compounds, focusing on their interaction with biological targets and elucidating their mode of action. This research contributes to understanding the molecular basis of drug efficacy and toxicity.

Spectroscopic Analysis: Prof. El-Henawy utilizes various spectroscopic techniques, such as UV spectroscopy, FTIR spectroscopy, and NMR spectroscopy, for structural elucidation and characterization of synthesized compounds. These analytical methods provide insights into the chemical structure and properties of organic molecules.

Publication Top Noted:

Title: Synthesis and characterization of some arylhydrazone ligand and its metal complexes and their potential application as flame retardant and antimicrobial additives

  • Authors: H Abd El-Wahab, M Abd El-Fattah, AH Ahmed, AA Elhenawy, NA Alian
  • Journal: Journal of Organometallic Chemistry
  • Volume: 791
  • Pages: 99-106
  • Year: 2015
  • Citations: 46

Title: Nano-amino acid cellulose derivatives: Eco-synthesis, characterization, and antimicrobial properties

  • Authors: M Hasanin, A El-Henawy, WH Eisa, H El-Saied, M Sameeh
  • Journal: International Journal of Biological Macromolecules
  • Volume: 132
  • Pages: 963-969
  • Year: 2019
  • Citations: 45

Title: Naproxen based 1, 3, 4-oxadiazole derivatives as EGFR inhibitors: Design, synthesis, anticancer, and computational studies

  • Authors: MM Alam, S Nazreen, ASA Almalki, AA Elhenawy, NI Alsenani, …
  • Journal: Pharmaceuticals
  • Volume: 14
  • Issue: 9
  • Pages: 870
  • Year: 2021
  • Citations: 41

Title: Experimental and theoretical investigation for 6-Morpholinosulfonylquinoxalin-2 (1H)-one and its haydrazone derivate: Synthesis, characterization, tautomerization and ā€¦

  • Authors: DM Elsisi, A Ragab, AA Elhenawy, AA Farag, AM Ali, YA Ammar
  • Journal: Journal of Molecular Structure
  • Volume: 1247
  • Pages: 131314
  • Year: 2022
  • Citations: 36

Title: Design, synthesis and molecular docking studies of thymol based 1, 2, 3-triazole hybrids as thymidylate synthase inhibitors and apoptosis inducers against breast cancer cells

  • Authors: MM Alam, AM Malebari, N Syed, T Neamatallah, ASA Almalki, …
  • Journal: Bioorganic & Medicinal Chemistry
  • Volume: 38
  • Pages: 116136
  • Year: 2021
  • Citations: 35

Hasmukh Varchand | Remote Sensing | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Hasmukh Varchand, Remote Sensing, Best Researcher Award

Doctorate at The Charutar Vidya Mandal University, India

Summary:

Mr. Hasmukh Varchand is a dedicated PhD student at N. V. Patel College of Pure and Applied Sciences, CVM University, specializing in Physics. His research focuses on hyperspectral signal analysis using the radiative transfer approach for airborne and satellite observations. Currently, he is developing algorithms for the detection and estimation of carbon dioxide and methane emissions using remote sensing data. With three years of experience in groundbreaking research, Mr. Varchand has presented his findings at national and international conferences and published in reputable journals. He holds a Master’s degree in Physics from Sardar Patel University and a Bachelor’s degree from Krantiguru Shyamji Krishna Verma Kachchh University. Beyond academia, he actively participates in professional societies like the Indian Society of Remote Sensing and the IEEE Geoscience and Remote Sensing Society.

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šŸ‘©ā€šŸŽ“Education & Qualification:

Mr. Hasmukh Varchand’s educational background is as follows:

Ph.D. in Physics:

  • N. V. Patel College of Pure and Applied Sciences, CVM University (Currently pursuing)

M.Sc. in Physics:

  • Sardar Patel University, 2019

B.Sc. in Physics:

  • Krantiguru Shyamji Krishna Verma Kachchh University, 2017

Professional experience: Ā 

Mr. Hasmukh Varchand brings a wealth of experience in the field of remote sensing and environmental research. With a focus on hyperspectral signals and radiative transfer modeling, he has been actively involved in developing algorithms for detecting and estimating carbon dioxide and methane emissions using airborne and spaceborne satellite data. His collaboration with scientists from the Space Application Centre (SAC) – ISRO has further enhanced his expertise in sensor systems for greenhouse gas detection applications. Hasmukh has presented his groundbreaking research findings at various national and international conferences and has contributed significantly to reputable journals of Elsevier and IEEE. His proactive engagement in professional societies like the Indian Society of Remote Sensing (ISRS) and the IEEE Geoscience and Remote Sensing Society (IEEE-GRS) underscores his commitment to advancing knowledge and fostering connections within the academic community.

Research Interest:

Hyperspectral signal analysis: Studying hyperspectral signals using the radiative transfer approach for airborne and satellite observations.

Theoretical modeling: Developing theoretical models for radiative transfer to better understand and interpret remote sensing data.

Greenhouse gas detection: Investigating algorithms and sensor systems for the detection and estimation of carbon dioxide and methane emissions.

Remote sensing applications: Exploring the application of remote sensing techniques in environmental monitoring and climate change studies.

Collaborative research: Engaging in collaborative research initiatives with experts from the Space Application Centre (SAC) – ISRO and other institutions to advance knowledge in remote sensing and environmental science.

Publication Top Noted:

CO2 concentration retrieval and emission rate estimation over Indian thermal power plants using radiative transfer approach and AVIRIS-NG data

  • Authors: HK Varchand, MR Pandya, JA Dave, PN Parmar, HJ Trivedi, DB Shah, …
  • Journal: Remote Sensing Applications: Society and Environment
  • Volume: 33
  • Year: 2024

Comparative analysis of two parameter-dependent split window algorithms for the land surface temperature retrieval using MODIS TIR observations

  • Authors: JA Dave, MR Pandya, DB Shah, HK VARCHAND, PN Parmar, HJ Trivedi, …
  • Journal: Journal of Agrometeorology
  • Volume: 25
  • Year: 2023

Point Source Carbon Dioxide Emission Monitoring Using Radiative Transfer Simulations and AVIRIS-NG Data

  • Authors: HK Varchand, MR Pandya, JA Dave, PN Parmar, HJ Trivedi
  • Conference: 2022 URSI Regional Conference on Radio Science (USRI-RCRS)
  • Year: 2022

Atmospheric Column Water Vapor Retrieval using Atmospheric Precorrected Differential Absorption Technique from AVIRIS-NG Data

  • Authors: JA Dave, MR Pandya, HK Varchand, PN Parmar, HJ Trivedi, VN Pathak
  • Conference: 2022 URSI Regional Conference on Radio Science (USRI-RCRS)
  • Year: 2022

Heat Wave Study using Satellite LST and Air Temperature Data over Gujarat Region

  • Authors: PN Parmar, MR Pandya, JA Dave, HK Varchand, HJ Trivedi
  • Conference: 2022 URSI Regional Conference on Radio Science (USRI-RCRS)
  • Year: 2022