Prof. Dr. Eduardo González-Zamora | Multicomponent Reactions | Best Researcher Award
Professor at Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana, campus Iztapalapa , Mexico.
Dr. Eduardo González-Zamora is a full professor at Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana-Iztapalapa (UAM-I)
. With a passion for chemistry
, he earned his MSc from UAM-I in 1988
. He completed his PhD in 1998 at Paris XI University
, under Prof. R. Beugelmans. He further enriched his experience with postdoctoral roles in UNAM
and CNRS
, and served as a visiting professor at UCLA
in 2011. His scientific journey is driven by innovation in polyheterocycle synthesis, peptide and total synthesis, and MOF chemistry
. His global academic path reflects a commitment to excellence
.
PROFILE
Summary of Suitability:
Dr. Eduardo González-Zamora exemplifies academic excellence, innovation, and international collaboration in the field of organic chemistry . His journey spans over three decades of impactful research, teaching, and mentorship. With advanced degrees from prestigious institutions in Mexico
and France
, and postdoctoral research in top-tier global labs—including CNRS and UCLA
—he has developed a strong international presence and research footprint. His role as a full professor at UAM-I further highlights his leadership in the scientific community.
Education & Experience
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MSc in Chemistry, Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana-Iztapalapa (UAM-I), 1988
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PhD in Chemistry, Paris XI University, France, 1998
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Postdoc at Instituto de Química, UNAM, Mexico (under Prof. R. Cruz)
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Postdoc at Institut de Chimie des Substances Naturelles, CNRS, France (with Prof. J. Zhu)
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Visiting Professor, UCLA (M.A. Garcia-Garibay’s group), USA, 2011
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Full Professor, Department of Chemistry, UAM-I, Mexico
Professional Development 

Dr. González-Zamora’s professional development reflects a dynamic trajectory across prestigious global institutions . After solid foundations in Mexico
, he expanded his research horizons in France
through advanced studies and postdoctoral work, gaining invaluable experience in synthetic chemistry
. His role at UCLA
as a visiting professor further enriched his international profile. As a full professor at UAM-I, he actively mentors students, leads innovative projects, and contributes to academic and scientific communities
. His development is marked by continual learning, collaboration, and leadership in research
, teaching
, and international scientific networking
.
Research Focus 

Dr. González-Zamora’s research is centered on organic synthesis with a focus on constructing complex molecular architectures . He specializes in the synthesis of polyheterocycles via multicomponent reactions (MCRs)
, contributing significantly to advances in heterocyclic chemistry. His work also spans peptide synthesis
and total synthesis strategies, aiming at efficient and innovative molecular assembly. Furthermore, he explores Metal-Organic Frameworks (MOFs) for potential applications in catalysis and material science
. His research is driven by curiosity, creativity, and interdisciplinary integration, making significant impacts in both theoretical understanding and practical applications
.
Publications & Citations 
Synthesis of polyheterocycles via multicomponent reactions, IA Ibarra, A Islas-Jácome, E González-Zamora, Organic & Biomolecular Chemistry 16 (9), 1402-1418, 243, 2018
MOF Materials for the Capture of Highly Toxic H₂S and SO₂, E Martínez-Ahumada, A López-Olvera, V Jancik, JE Sánchez-Bautista, …, Organometallics 39 (7), 883-915, 168, 2020
Structure stability of HKUST-1 towards water and ethanol and their effect on its CO₂ capture properties, JR Álvarez, E Sánchez-González, E Pérez, E Schneider-Revueltas, …, Dalton Transactions 46 (28), 9192-9200, 133, 2017
CO₂ capture under humid conditions in metal–organic frameworks, E González-Zamora, IA Ibarra, Materials Chemistry Frontiers 1 (8), 1471-1484, 122, 2017
Highly reversible sorption of H₂S and CO₂ by an environmentally friendly Mg-based MOF, E Sánchez-González, PGM Mileo, M Sagastuy-Breña, JR Álvarez, …, Journal of Materials Chemistry A 6 (35), 16900-16909, 100, 2018
High and energy-efficient reversible SO₂ uptake by a robust Sc(III)-based MOF, JA Zárate, E Sánchez-González, DR Williams, E González-Zamora, …, Journal of Materials Chemistry A 7 (26), 15580-15584, 86, 2019
Catalytic activity of HKUST-1 in the oxidation of trans-ferulic acid to vanillin, R Yepez, S García, P Schachat, M Sánchez-Sánchez, …, New Journal of Chemistry 39 (7), 5112-5115, 86, 2015
Greener synthesis of Cu-MOF-74 and its catalytic use for the generation of vanillin, JG Flores, E Sánchez-González, A Gutiérrez-Alejandre, J Aguilar-Pliego, …, Dalton Transactions 47 (13), 4639-4645, 85, 2018
Wilkinson’s catalyst catalyzed selective hydrogenation of olefin in the presence of an aromatic nitro function: a remarkable solvent effect, A Jourdant, E González-Zamora, J Zhu, The Journal of Organic Chemistry 67 (9), 3163-3164, 83, 2002
The Ugi three-component and its variants, JC Flores-Reyes, A Islas-Jácome, E González-Zamora, Organic Chemistry Frontiers 8 (19), 5460-5515, 81, 2021
Outstanding reversible H₂S capture by an Al(III)-based MOF, JA Zárate, E Sánchez-González, T Jurado-Vázquez, …, Chemical Communications 55 (21), 3049-3052, 77, 2019
Multicomponent domino process to oxa-bridged polyheterocycles and pyrrolopyridines, structural diversity derived from work-up procedure, R Gámez-Montaño, E González-Zamora, P Potier, J Zhu, Tetrahedron 58 (32), 6351-6358, 74, 2002
Conclusion:
Dr. Eduardo González-Zamora’s consistent, high-impact contributions to synthetic and materials chemistry make him an exceptional choice for the Best Researcher Award. His innovative research, mentorship, and global collaborations have left a profound mark on the field. His career is a testament to academic rigor, scientific curiosity, and international cooperation—core values that embody what this award stands for.