Mai Hassan Shanab | Nanotechnology | Research Excellence Award

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Research Excellence Award

Mai Hassan Shanab
Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University
Mai Hassan Shanab
Affiliation Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University
Country Saudi Arabia
Scopus ID 24304091300
Documents 14
Citations 239
h-index 6
Subject Area Regeneration and Recyclability of Magnetic Nanomaterials for Multi-Cycle Water Treatment
Event International Chemical Scientist Awards
ORCID
0000-0002-1379-9320

Mai Hassan Shanab is associated with Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University in Saudi Arabia and has contributed to scientific investigations focused on magnetic nanomaterials, adsorption–desorption systems, and sustainable water purification technologies. Her scholarly activities address regeneration strategies and recyclability frameworks designed for environmental remediation and circular treatment systems.[1]

Abstract

This article summarizes the academic profile and research activities of Mai Hassan Shanab, whose scientific work focuses on magnetic nanomaterials, environmental remediation, and recyclable adsorption technologies for water treatment systems. Her investigations emphasize regeneration efficiency, multi-cycle adsorption processes, and sustainable nanotechnology applications supporting circular environmental management. The research integrates material chemistry, pollutant removal strategies, and practical regeneration frameworks designed to improve long-term operational sustainability in wastewater treatment applications. Scholarly contributions indexed in Scopus demonstrate measurable research visibility and interdisciplinary engagement within chemical sciences and environmental technology studies.[2]

Keywords

Magnetic Nanomaterials, Water Treatment, Circular Adsorption Systems, Environmental Chemistry, Regeneration Technology, Recyclability, Wastewater Purification, Sustainable Nanotechnology.

Introduction

Contemporary environmental chemistry increasingly emphasizes sustainable remediation technologies capable of reducing operational waste while improving pollutant removal efficiency. Research involving recyclable magnetic nanomaterials has emerged as an important scientific direction because of its applicability in adsorption–desorption systems and water purification frameworks. Mai Hassan Shanab has contributed to this area through studies examining regeneration performance, material stability, and adsorption sustainability in repeated treatment cycles.[3]

Research Profile

The researcher’s academic profile demonstrates engagement in interdisciplinary environmental chemistry and nanotechnology investigations involving adsorption science, regeneration chemistry, and pollutant remediation systems. Indexed scholarly documents and citation metrics indicate active participation in internationally visible scientific discussions concerning sustainable treatment technologies and recyclable nanomaterial applications for industrial and environmental purification systems.[1]

  • Environmental remediation technologies and adsorption systems.
  • Magnetic nanomaterial regeneration and recyclability studies.
  • Sustainable wastewater treatment methodologies.
  • Circular adsorption–desorption process optimization.

Research Contributions

Scientific contributions associated with this research profile focus on improving the efficiency and regeneration capability of magnetic nanomaterials used in wastewater purification systems. The work explores adsorption stability across multiple operational cycles and evaluates strategies intended to enhance recyclability and environmental sustainability. Such investigations contribute to broader efforts aimed at reducing treatment costs and material waste within environmental engineering applications.[4]

  • Evaluation of adsorption–desorption cycle performance.
  • Development of recyclable nanomaterial treatment systems.
  • Analysis of regeneration efficiency in environmental remediation.
  • Support for sustainable water purification research initiatives.

Publications

Published research associated with this academic profile includes investigations into nanotechnology-assisted treatment systems, adsorption science, and environmental chemistry methodologies. Indexed publications demonstrate contributions to interdisciplinary scientific literature addressing recyclable treatment materials and operational sustainability in water purification technologies.[2]

  1. Regeneration and Recyclability of Magnetic Nanomaterials for Multi-Cycle Water Treatment Systems.
  2. Adsorption–Desorption Efficiency of Magnetic Nanocomposites in Wastewater Remediation.

Research Impact

The research impact reflected through citation activity and indexed publications indicates scholarly recognition within environmental chemistry and nanomaterial research communities. Investigations involving sustainable adsorption systems contribute to practical discussions surrounding recyclable treatment technologies and environmentally responsible remediation strategies. The documented citation record further demonstrates continued academic engagement with the researcher’s published findings.[1]

Award Suitability

The researcher’s documented work in magnetic nanomaterial regeneration and environmentally sustainable adsorption systems aligns with the objectives of the International Chemical Scientist Awards. Contributions involving recyclable treatment technologies, environmental remediation research, and interdisciplinary chemical science applications support recognition within academic award evaluation frameworks emphasizing innovation, sustainability, and applied scientific advancement.[4]

Conclusion

Mai Hassan Shanab’s academic profile reflects ongoing contributions to environmental chemistry, adsorption science, and recyclable nanotechnology research. Her studies involving magnetic nanomaterials and sustainable water treatment systems demonstrate relevance to contemporary scientific priorities emphasizing environmental protection, operational sustainability, and circular remediation technologies within chemical science research communities.[2]

References

  1. Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Mai Hassan Shanab, Author ID 24304091300. Scopus.

    https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=24304091300
  2. ORCID. (n.d.). Research activities and academic profile of Mai Hassan Shanab.

    https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1379-9320

  3. El-Hendawy, A. M., Alkubaisi, A. H., El-Kourashy, A. E. G., & Shanab, M. M. (1993). Ruthenium (II) complexes of O, N-donor Schiff base ligands and their use as catalytic organic oxidants. Polyhedron, 12(19), 2343–2350.

    https://www.researchgate.net/publication/257111928

  4. Aboafia, S. A., Elsayed, S. A., El-Sayed, A. K. A., & El-Hendawy, A. M. (2018). New transition metal complexes of 2,4-dihydroxybenzaldehyde benzoylhydrazone Schiff base (H2dhbh): Synthesis, spectroscopic characterization, DNA binding/cleavage and antioxidant activity. Journal of Molecular Structure, 1158, 39–50.

    https://www.researchgate.net/publication/322241524

Jared Fischer | Nanotechnology | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Jared Fischer | Nanotechnology | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor at Oregon Health and Science University , United States.

Dr. Jared Fischer 🧬 is an Assistant Professor at the Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) in the Department of Molecular and Medical Genetics/CEDAR 🧑‍🏫. With a dual degree in Zoology and Chemistry 🧪 from Miami University and a PhD in Molecular Genetics 🧫 from the University of Cincinnati, he has cultivated a rich career in cancer biology, senescence, and in vivo imaging. His innovative work in nanomedicine, cancer detection, and senolytic therapies has led to numerous high-impact publications and grants. Dr. Fischer is not only a prolific researcher 📚 but also a committed educator and mentor to future scientists 👨‍🔬.

PROFILE 

GOOGLE SCHOLAR 

SCOPUS 

ORCID 

🔍 Summary of Suitability:

Dr. Jared Fischer is an outstanding biomedical scientist and faculty member at Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU), serving as Assistant Professor in the Department of Molecular and Medical Genetics/CEDAR. His research career exemplifies consistent innovation, high-impact scholarship, and a commitment to translational medicine. His work spans multiple disciplines, including molecular genetics, cancer biology, nanomedicine, and biomedical imaging. Dr. Fischer has secured prestigious federal and institutional grants and consistently publishes in top-tier journals. Moreover, he has demonstrated exemplary service through education, mentorship, and committee leadership—solidifying his role as a leader and innovator in the research community.

🎓 Education and Experience

🎓 Education:

  • 🧪 BS in Zoology & BA in Chemistry, Miami University (1999–2003)

  • 🧬 PhD in Molecular Genetics, University of Cincinnati (2003–2008)

  • 🔬 Postdoctoral Fellowship in Molecular and Medical Genetics, OHSU (2009–2017)

🏢 Academic Experience:

  • 👨‍🏫 Assistant Professor, OHSU, Molecular & Medical Genetics (2017–Present)

Professional Development 🚀📖

Dr. Fischer’s professional growth is rooted in continuous learning, leadership, and service 📈. He completed the Leadership Development Course from Brave Heart Consulting in 2024 🧠 and was certified by the Mentorship Academy in 2023. Actively involved in mentoring underrepresented students 👨‍🎓, he has contributed to cancer education through programs like the CURE Program and the Partnership for Scientific Inquiry 🔍. As IACUC vice-chair and editorial reviewer ✍️, his institutional service has significantly impacted research governance and publication. His commitment to advancing scientific education, ethics, and community health underscores his dynamic and evolving career 🎯.

Research Focus 🔍🤖

Dr. Fischer’s research centers on cancer biology 🧫, senescence 🧓, and molecular imaging 🧲, particularly through nanomedicine and bioengineering innovations. His work targets early cancer detection 🧍‍⚕️, tumor progression 🧬, and therapeutic development using multifunctional nanomaterials and senolytic peptides 💊. He is known for pioneering diagnostic assays and nanoparticle-based imaging techniques 🧪, as demonstrated in his recent publications on pancreatic and colorectal cancers. His interdisciplinary focus bridges molecular genetics, biomedical imaging, and computational modeling 🧠, aligning with cutting-edge research in oncology and personalized medicine 🧑‍⚕️. His contributions are shaping next-generation strategies in precision diagnostics and therapeutic delivery 🚀.

Awards and Honors 🏆🎖️

  • 🧾 OHSU “Paper of the Month” for PNAS publication, December 2016

  • 🧑‍🎓 Graduate Student of the Year, University of Cincinnati, Department of Molecular Genetics, 2008

  • 🎤 Invited Speaker at Cambridge University, Cold Spring Harbor, and various ACS events

  • 🎗️ Recognized across high-profile media (Nature, Science News, Forbes, JAMA) for breakthrough cancer diagnostics research

Publications & Citations 📚

📘 2025

  • 🧬 Early detection of pancreatic cancer by protease-activated nanosensor assay – Published in Science Translational Medicine, featured in Nature, Science News, Forbes 📈

📗 2024

  • 🧪 Profiling protease cleavage in plasma for pancreatic cancer – Published in Scientific Reports

  • 🧫 Tumor-immune hybrid cells and colorectal cancer metastasis via CTLA4 – Published in Clinical and Experimental Medicine

📙 2023

  • 💡 Ultrafast ultrasound imaging using blinking nanoparticles – Published in Nano Letters

  • 🧬 Gas-stabilizing nanoparticles for cancer therapy – Published in Advanced Materials Interfaces

📗 2022

  • ⚗️ Hybrid PLGA nanoparticles for enzyme therapy – Published in Pharmaceutics

  • 🔬 Computational design of TP63-TP53 inhibitors – Published in Molecular Cancer Therapeutics

📘 2021

  • 🧠 Modeling FOXO4-TP53 to create senolytic peptides – Published in EBioMedicine

  • 🔍 Label-free enrichment of rare neoplastic cells using microfluidics – Published in Communications Biology

📕 2020

  • 📊 Weight loss, biomarkers & cancer risk – Published in Surg Obes Relat Dis

📘 2019

  • 🧫 Silica cloaking of adenovirus for gene delivery – Published in Journal of Controlled Release

📙 2018

  • 🧬 Cell fusion and hybrid circulating tumor cells – Published in Science Advances, highly cited and shared 📈

📗 2017

  • 🧬 Genetic divergence in tumor evolution – Published in Nature Genetics, highly cited and impactful 📈

📕 2016

  • 🧬 TgfβR2 in intestinal stem cells – Published in PNAS, earned “Paper of the Month” at OHSU 🏆

  • 🧪 Pms2 ATPase domain study – Published in DNA Repair

📘 2014

  • 🧬 Apc-deficient crypts and chemoprevention – Published in Carcinogenesis

📕 2012

  • 🧬 Phenotypic outcomes of Apc loss – Published in Oncogene

📙 2008–2006 (select highlights)

  • 🧬 Mutation in aging mice – Published in Aging Cell

  • 🔍 Loss of heterozygosity in mouse tissues – Published in Mutation Research

  • 🧫 Co-mutagenic effects of arsenic and benzo[a]pyrene – Published in Mutation Research

📗 2004–2003

  • 🧬 Evolution of Pneumocystis species – Published in Microbiology & J Eukaryotic Microbiology

🔍 Conclusion:

Dr. Jared Fischer is a truly deserving nominee for the Best Researcher Award. His body of work demonstrates not only scientific rigor and innovation but also a profound impact on patient care, early disease detection, and therapeutic development. His interdisciplinary approach, dedication to mentoring, and consistent scholarly output position him among the top-tier researchers advancing modern medicine today.

 

 

Bhawana Joshi | Nanoparticles | Excellence in Research Award

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Dr. Bhawana Joshi | Nanoparticles | Excellence in Research Award

Assistant Professor inSGT UNIVERSITY, GURUGRAM at India.

Dr. Bhawana Joshi is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Forensic Science at SGT University, Gurugram, India. She holds a Ph.D. in Forensic Science from Punjabi University, specializing in forensic DNA profiling and nanoparticle applications. With over five years of experience, she has worked extensively on forensic genetics, latent fingerprint detection, and molecular biology techniques. Dr. Joshi has published numerous research papers in reputed journals and actively participates in national and international conferences. She has received the Excellence in Research Award for her contributions to forensic science. In addition to teaching, she supervises Ph.D. scholars and guides postgraduate students in their research work. Her expertise extends to advanced forensic techniques, including PCR, genetic analysis, and trace evidence examination. Passionate about innovation, she continues to explore new methodologies in forensic investigations, making significant contributions to scientific research and education in the field.

Publication Profile:

Education 🎓

Dr. Bhawana Joshi holds a Ph.D. in Forensic Science from Punjabi University, Patiala (2021), specializing in forensic DNA profiling and molecular biology techniques. She earned her Master of Science in Forensic Sciences with a specialization in Forensic Biology-Serology & DNA Profiling from Amity University, Noida, in 2012. Her undergraduate studies include a B.Sc. (Hons) in Instrumentation from Delhi University, completed in 2010.Dr. Joshi also qualified for the University Grants Commission (UGC) National Eligibility Test (NET) and was awarded the UGC Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) and Senior Research Fellowship (SRF), further demonstrating her excellence in academic research​.

Professional Experience 💼

Dr. Bhawana Joshi is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Forensic Science at SGT University, Gurugram, with over five years of experience in forensic DNA profiling. She has extensive expertise in analyzing biological specimens, handling advanced forensic instruments such as PCR, real-time PCR, genetic analyzers, and spectrophotometers. She actively supervises Ph.D. scholars and mentors postgraduate students in forensic research. Dr. Joshi has participated in numerous national and international conferences, workshops, and faculty development programs. Her research focuses on forensic genetics, latent fingerprint detection, and nanoparticle applications, contributing significantly to forensic science advancements​.

Research Focus 🧪🔬

Dr. Bhawana Joshi’s research focuses on forensic DNA profiling, nanoparticle applications in forensic science, and forensic genetics. She explores innovative techniques for latent fingerprint detection using nanomaterials and advanced molecular biology tools. Her work includes genetic analysis of diverse populations, forensic serology, and the identification of degraded DNA samples. She has contributed to studies on trace evidence analysis, forensic toxicology, and biometric identification. Dr. Joshi’s research also extends to the psychological and sociodemographic aspects of forensic investigations. Through her publications and mentorship, she continues to advance forensic methodologies and develop new approaches for forensic analysis​.

Awards and Honors 🏆

Dr. Bhawana Joshi possesses a diverse skill set in forensic science, specializing in forensic DNA profiling, molecular biology, and nanoparticle applications. She is proficient in handling advanced laboratory instruments such as PCR, real-time PCR, electrophoresis units, genetic analyzers, UV spectrophotometers, and GC-MS. Her expertise includes forensic serology, trace evidence analysis, and biometric identification techniques. She is skilled in research methodologies, academic supervision, and scientific writing, with numerous publications in reputed journals. Additionally, Dr. Joshi has strong communication, teamwork, and mentoring abilities, guiding Ph.D. scholars and postgraduate students in forensic investigations and research projects​.

Publications 📚

  • Paper Title: “A comparison of red pigments in different lipsticks using thin layer chromatography (TLC)”

    • Authors: B Joshi, K Verma, J Singh
    • Journal: Journal of Analytical & Bioanalytical Techniques
    • Volume: 4
    • Issue: 157, 2
    • Year: 2013

  • Paper Title: “Morphological variation of ear for individual identification in forensic cases: A study of an Indian population”

    • Authors: V Kapil, J Bhawana, K Vikas
    • Journal: Research Journal of Forensic Science
    • Volume: 2
    • Issue: 1, 1-8
    • Year: 2014

  • Paper Title: “Bite marks as physical evidence from the crime scene-an overview”

    • Authors: K Verma, B Joshi, CH Joshi, MP Paul
    • Journal: Journal of Scientific Reports
    • Volume: 2
    • Pages: 605-610
    • Year: 2013

  • Paper Title: “Different animal species hairs as biological tool for the forensic assessment of individual identification characteristics from animals of zoological park, Pragti Maidan, New …”

    • Authors: K Verma, B Joshi
    • Journal: Journal of Forensic Research
    • Volume: 3
    • Issue: 160
    • Year: 2012

  • Paper Title: “Morphological variation of ear for individual identification in forensic cases: A study of an Indian population” (Repeated)

    • Authors: K Verma, J Bhawana, V Kumar
    • Journal: Research Journal of Forensic Science
    • Volume: 2
    • Issue: 1, 1-8
    • Year: 2014

Conclusion ✨ 

Dr. Bhawana Joshi’s contributions to forensic science are impressive, and her efforts in advancing research and educating future professionals in the field make her an ideal nominee for the Best Researcher Award. With a few adjustments to her publication strategy and collaborative efforts, Dr. Joshi could further solidify her status as a global expert in forensic science.