Fehmida Rashied | Soil Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Ms. Fehmida Rashied | Soil Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Fehmida Rashied | National Institute of Technology Srinagar | India 

Ms. Fehmida Rashied is an emerging researcher in analytical and organic chemistry with a strong foundation in chromatography, spectroscopy, mass spectrometry, pesticide residue analysis, toxicology, and natural products. She has gained hands-on expertise in chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques through training at premier institutions such as NIT Srinagar, SKUAST-Kashmir, and the Geological Survey of India. Her professional skills span HPLC, GC, GC-MS/MS, LC-MS/MS, ICP-MS/MS, and method validation for pesticides, heavy metals, and natural products, along with proficiency in sample preparation, extraction, cleanup, and quantification across diverse matrices. She has contributed to impactful research projects, including the synthesis of natural product-based polymer composites and carbon quantum dots. Her publication record reflects collaborative research contributions in biomedical chromatography, pesticide residue detection, and cancer-related studies. She has authored 3 documents, which have received 6 citations, resulting in an h-index of 2, highlighting the initial visibility and impact of her scholarly work. She has also presented at international conferences on agriculture, natural products, and climate change, and participated in webinars and high-end workshops in nanotechnology and analytical chemistry. With strong digital skills, communication abilities, and dedication to scientific growth, she continues to build research expertise aligned with contemporary challenges in food safety, toxicology, and natural product chemistry.

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Featured Publications

Jan, I., Rashied, F., Malik, N. A., Mukhtar, M., Dudwal, R., & Kataria, A. (Year). Detection of pesticide residues in fruits and vegetables involving different chromatographic techniques (LC–MS/MS, GC–MS/MS, GC and HPLC). Journal of Biomedical Chromatography.

Zoia Voitenko | Soil Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Zoia Voitenko | Soil Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Zoia Voitenko | Laboratory of Coordination Chemistry of CNRS | France

Zoia Voitenko is a Research Engineer at the Laboratory of Coordination Chemistry, CNRS, France, and Professor of Organic Chemistry at Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv. Her work spans heterocyclic chemistry, isoindoles, supramolecular and green chemistry, with applications in medicine and sustainable development. She has authored publications, supervised numerous PhD students, and led international collaborations, notably Franco-Ukrainian research initiatives. A recipient of the Order of Academic Palms (France), the Order of Princess Olga (Ukraine), and the Pierre Fermat Medal, she is also Doctor Honoris Causa of Paul Sabatier University and a member of the Academy of Sciences, Inscriptions and Belles-lettres of Toulouse.

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Summary

Zoia Voitenko is an internationally recognized organic chemist with remarkable achievements in heterocyclic chemistry, supramolecular chemistry, and green chemistry. Her career is marked by scientific innovation, leadership, mentorship, and global collaboration. With her awards, publications, and impact on advancing knowledge and fostering international cooperation, she exemplifies the qualities of a world-class researcher.

Education

Zoia Voitenko pursued her studies in chemistry at Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, specializing in organic chemistry. She earned a PhD in organic chemistry and later obtained her Doctor of Science (Habilitation), which enabled her to hold the position of full professor, the highest university academic rank.

Experience

She has held significant academic and leadership roles at Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, serving as Professor of Organic Chemistry, Associate Dean of Science, and Vice-Dean for International Relations. She currently works as a Research Engineer at the Laboratory of Coordination Chemistry of CNRS in Toulouse, France, under multiple research and collaboration programs. Her career also includes visiting research positions in Poland and France, and she has coordinated several international academic initiatives, including Franco-Ukrainian research groups.

Research Focus

Her research focuses on the chemistry of heterocyclic compounds, isoindoles, tautomeric and atropo-isomeric compounds, cyanine dyes, and biologically active molecules. She has contributed to the discovery of new rearrangements in organic chemistry, the development of new classes of atropo-isomeric systems, and novel syntheses of cyanine dyes. Her work integrates Diels-Alder and Michael reactions, supramolecular chemistry, and green chemistry, with applications in medicine, materials science, and sustainable development.

Skills

Zoia Voitenko has expertise in organic synthesis, asymmetric synthesis, stereochemistry, supramolecular chemistry, catalysis, and green chemistry. She is also skilled in spectroscopic methods, quantum organic chemistry, and electron spectroscopy. Beyond her scientific expertise, she has strong leadership and international collaboration skills, along with experience in scientific writing and editing as editor-in-chief of the French–Ukrainian Journal of Chemistry.

Awards

She has received numerous distinctions including the Soros Associate Professor title, the Soros Prize, the Order of Academic Palms (France), the Order of Princess Olga (Ukraine), the Order of the Academic Council of Taras Shevchenko University, and the Pierre Fermat Medal. She is also a Doctor Honoris Causa of Paul Sabatier University and a member of the Academy of Sciences, Inscriptions and Belles-lettres of Toulouse.

Publications

Comparing the self-assembly processes of two redox-active exTTF-based regioisomer ligands
Maksym Dekhtiarenko, Magali Allain, Vincent Carré, Frédéric Aubriet, Zoia Voitenko, Marc Sallé, Sébastien Goeb
New Journal of Chemistry, 2021

A Diversity‐Oriented Approach to Large Libraries of Artificial Macrocycles
Serhii H. Kharchenko, Anna D. Iampolska, Dmytro S. Radchenko, Bohdan V. Vashchenko, Zoia Voitenko, Oleksandr O. Grygorenko
European Journal of Organic Chemistry, 2021

Front Cover: A Diversity‐Oriented Approach to Large Libraries of Artificial Macrocycles
Serhii H. Kharchenko, Anna D. Iampolska, Dmytro S. Radchenko, Bohdan V. Vashchenko, Zoia Voitenko, Oleksandr O. Grygorenko
European Journal of Organic Chemistry, 2021

Aliphatic α-Boryl-α-bromoketones: Synthesis and Reactivity
Y.M. Ivon, Y.O. Kuchkovska, Zoia V. Voitenko, O.O. Grygorenko
European Journal of Organic Chemistry, 2020

Azido-tetrazole isomerism in 2,2-dimethyl-1-(1-methyl-1H-tetrazolo[5,1-a]isoindol-5-yl)propan-1-one
T.V. Yegorova, A.I. Kysil, V.V. Dyakonenko, I.V. Levkov, R.V. Karbovska, S.V. Shishkina, Zoia V. Voitenko
Journal of Molecular Structure, 2020

Enhanced performance of planar perovskite solar cells using dip-coated TiO₂ as electron transporting layer
A. El Haimeur, M. Makha, H. Bakkali, J.M. González-Leal, E. Blanco, M. Dominguez, Zoia V. Voitenko
Solar Energy, 2020

Conclusion

Zoia Voitenko is an exceptional candidate for the Best Researcher Award. Her scientific accomplishments, leadership roles, and contributions to international cooperation strongly justify her nomination. While there is room to broaden interdisciplinary collaborations and global outreach, her research excellence, mentorship, and prestigious recognitions firmly establish her as a deserving recipient of this award.

Bernard Omomoh | Soil Science | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Bernard Omomoh | Soil Science | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Bernard Omomoh, Federal University of Technology, Nigeria

Bernard Omomoh is a researcher in Forestry and Wood Technology at the Federal University of Technology, Akure, Nigeria. His work focuses on forest ecology, biodiversity conservation, invasive species management, and ecosystem restoration. With extensive experience in plant taxonomy, herbarium management, and soil seed bank studies, he has contributed to multiple international research collaborations. He has received grants from institutions like Florida International University and IDEA WILD. Bernard is skilled in data analysis, ecological assessments, and forest measurement techniques, making significant contributions to sustainable forest management and conservation in Nigeria.

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Summary:

Mr. Bernard Omomoh is a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award, given his expertise in forestry, biodiversity conservation, and ecosystem restoration. His extensive publication record, international collaborations, and field research experience make him a distinguished researcher in his field.

🎓 Education

Omomoh Bernard Eromosele holds a Higher National Diploma from the Federal College of Forestry, Ibadan, where he studied the effects of different provenances on Thaumatococcus daniellii. He obtained a Postgraduate Diploma from the Federal University of Technology, Akure, investigating altitudinal influences on plant diversity. His Master of Technology from the same university focused on species diversity and soil seed banks in different land-use types. He earned a Bachelor of Science from the Federal University, Oye-Ekiti, where he studied the impact of invasive species on native plant diversity. Additionally, he completed a certificate in Tropical Botany at Florida International University, gaining expertise in tropical plant taxonomy and laboratory techniques.

💼Experience

Omomoh is a researcher and laboratory technologist in Forestry and Wood Technology at the Federal University of Technology, Akure. His work includes supervising research on tree crop cultivation, nursery practices, and seed technology. He has significant teaching experience in silviculture, forest soil science, and plant taxonomy. Previously, he worked as a field and laboratory assistant at Obafemi Awolowo University, gaining expertise in plant identification and herbarium management. He also completed an internship at the University of Ibadan Botanical Garden. As a research assistant at the Centre for Research and Development, he has contributed to field experiments, plant identification, and grant-funded research.

🔬Research Focus

Omomoh’s research covers forest ecology, biodiversity conservation, invasive species management, soil seed banks, and ecosystem restoration. His work examines how land-use changes impact plant diversity and regeneration potential. He collaborates internationally on plant systematics, species adaptation, and conservation strategies, particularly in Nigeria’s forest ecosystems.

🛠️Skills

Omomoh is proficient in data science and statistical analysis, using R, ANOVA, regression, and data visualization tools like ggplot, Prism, and Origin. He has expertise in plant identification, forest measurement, and herbarium management. His technical skills include operating tree measurement instruments such as altimeters, clinometers, and GPS devices.

🏆Awards

He has received multiple research grants, including a $4,000 scholarship from Florida International University for tropical botany studies and a $1,500 IDEA WILD grant for research equipment. He was also awarded funding from Botanic Gardens Conservation International and the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture for conservation projects.

Publications

  • Soil seed bank dynamics of two invasive alien plants in Nigeria: Implications for ecosystem restoration. AoB PLANTS.
  • Authors: Akomolafe, G. F., Rusly, R. R., & Omomoh, B. E.
  • Year: 2024

Conclusion:

 Mr. Bernard Omomoh is highly suitable for the Best Researcher Award due to his significant research contributions in forestry, biodiversity conservation, and ecological restoration. His innovative studies on invasive species, extensive publication record, and international collaborations highlight his impact in the field. Additionally, his expertise in species diversity, soil seed banks, and ecological restoration further strengthens his candidacy. While his work is already influential, enhancing policy engagement and public outreach could further amplify his research impact and visibility.