Balaji Panchal | Biochemistry | Editorial Board Member

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Dr. Balaji Panchal | Biochemistry | Editorial Board Member

Research associate professor | Hebei University of Engineering | China

Dr. Balaji M. Panchal is a distinguished and steadily rising researcher with a strong multidisciplinary background in sustainable energy systems, environmental geochemistry, and pollution mitigation technologies. With a growing scholarly presence reflected through more than 54 peer-reviewed publications, over 809 citations, and an h-index of 17, his research demonstrates increasing academic influence and global relevance. His work encompasses a broad scientific spectrum, including biodiesel production, municipal sludge valorization, coal geochemistry, mercury isotope tracing, and sustainable waste-to-energy conversion. Through open-access publications and technical studies, Dr. Panchal has contributed valuable insights into electrolysis-based biodiesel synthesis, environmental pollutants associated with coal and geological formations, and the geochemical characterization of organic matter under varied tectonic and thermal conditions. His comprehensive review studies highlight the potential of circular resource utilization and cleaner industrial processing, aligning closely with international sustainability agendas focused on renewable energy, carbon reduction, and environmental protection. His research collaborations include more than 100 co-authors, illustrating strong scientific networking and interdisciplinary engagement. Dr. Panchal’s contributions extend beyond laboratory findings, influencing areas such as clean fuel policy development, environmental monitoring, and industrial applications of sustainable chemistry. His academic trajectory reflects a commitment to addressing real-world environmental and energy challenges through evidence-based solutions, advanced analytical methods, and forward-looking scientific inquiry. His ongoing research continues to expand across emerging topics, including biofuel optimization, harmful trace element control, and geological carbon systems, ensuring relevance to future energy transitions and environmental stewardship. Overall, Dr. Panchal’s contributions position him as a noteworthy researcher dedicated to advancing sustainable fuel innovation, environmental remediation strategies, and applied geochemical science for long-term societal and environmental benefit.

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Featured Publications

Panchal, B. M. (2025). Tectonic-driven thermal alteration of organic matter in the Permian high-rank coals in the southern North China Basin. Fuel.

Panchal, B. M. (2025). Geochemistry characteristics and coal-forming environments of Carboniferous–Permian coal: An example from the Zhaokai Mine, Ningwu Coalfield, Northern China. Sustainability (Switzerland).

Sabyasachi Sarkar | Bioinorganic Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Sabyasachi Sarkar | Bioinorganic Chemistry | Best Researcher Award 

Honorary Distinguished Professor | Ramakrishna Mission Vidyamandira | India

Prof. Dr. Sabyasachi Sarkar is a distinguished chemist whose pioneering work bridges fundamental and applied research, combining enzymatic and nanocarbon innovations to create transformative solutions for science and society. He has led and contributed to advanced research in bioinorganic chemistry, catalysis, and nanomaterial systems, with a focus on enzyme-inspired catalysis, sustainable chemical processes, and nanocarbon-based energy conversion. His interdisciplinary research integrates biochemical principles with material science, resulting in significant advancements in metalloenzyme modeling, biomimetic catalyst development, and functional nanomaterials. Prof. Sarkar’s contributions are further exemplified by multiple groundbreaking patents in drug delivery, ambient energy conversion, and catalytic ammonia synthesis, demonstrating both innovation and real-world applicability. His academic influence extends through the training and mentoring of scientists, fostering collaborations across chemistry, biology, and materials science. Prof. Sarkar has received numerous honors and recognitions for his excellence in research and education, reflecting his role as a global leader in advancing sustainable chemistry. His scholarly impact is evident in his 6,444 citations, 229 documents, and an h-index of 39, underscoring the enduring significance and reach of his work in chemical sciences.

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Featured Publications

Müller, A., Sarkar, S., Shah, S. Q. N., Bögge, H., Schmidtmann, M., & Sarkar, S., et al. (1999). Archimedean synthesis and magic numbers: “Sizing” giant molybdenum‐oxide‐based molecular spheres of the keplerate type. Angewandte Chemie International Edition, 38(21), 3238–3241. Cited by: 503.

Tripathi, S., Sonkar, S. K., & Sarkar, S. (2011). Growth stimulation of gram (Cicer arietinum) plant by water soluble carbon nanotubes. Nanoscale, 3(3), 1176–1181. Cited by: 358.

Goswami, S., Das, S., Aich, K., Pakhira, B., Panja, S., Mukherjee, S. K., & Sarkar, S. (2013). A chemodosimeter for the ratiometric detection of hydrazine based on return of ESIPT and its application in live-cell imaging. Organic Letters, 15(21), 5412–5415. Cited by: 263.

Das, S. K., Chaudhury, P. K., Biswas, D., & Sarkar, S. (1994). Modeling for the active site of sulfite oxidase: Synthesis, characterization, and reactivity of [MoVIO₂(mnt)₂]²⁻ (mnt²⁻ = 1,2-dicyanoethylenedithiolate). Journal of the American Chemical Society, 116(20), 9061–9070. Cited by: 217.

Tripathi, S., & Sarkar, S. (2015). Influence of water soluble carbon dots on the growth of wheat plant. Applied Nanoscience, 5(5), 609–616. Cited by: 200.