Florinela Sirbu l Chemical Thermodynamics | Research Excellence Award

Dr. Florinela Sirbu l Chemical Thermodynamics | Research Excellence Award

Institute of Physical Chemistry “Ilie Murgulescu | Romania

Dr. Florinela Sirbu is a senior research scientist in physical chemistry with long-standing expertise in chemical and electrochemical thermodynamics. She holds a Ph.D. in Chemistry, a postgraduate diploma in advanced studies, and a bachelor’s degree in biochemical engineering, with sustained research experience at a national research institute. Her professional work focuses on experimental determination and modeling of thermophysical properties of electrolyte and non-electrolyte systems, including biomolecule-containing aqueous solutions. Her research skills include advanced density and sound-speed measurements, electrochemical methods, conductivity analysis, and application of classical and modern thermodynamic models, reflecting significant contributions to experimental data generation, theoretical modeling, and scientific research advancement.

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Featured Publications

Partial Molar Volumes, Isentropic Compressibilities, and Partial Molar Expansibilities of N-Methylglycine and D-Glucose in Aqueous Environments

Journal of Molecular Liquids, 218, 515–524, 2016
Densities, Speeds of Sound, Refractive Indices, Viscosities and Related Thermodynamic Properties for n-Hexadecane + Two Aromatic Hydrocarbons Binary Mixtures

The Journal of Chemical Thermodynamics, 128, 383–393, 2019
Activity Coefficients of Electrolytes in the NaCl + Na2SO4 + H2O Ternary System from Potential Difference Measurements

Journal of Chemical & Engineering Data, 56(12), 4935–4943, 2011
Radiochemical Investigations on Natural Mineral Waters from the Bucovina Region, Romania

Romanian Journal of Physics, 61(5–6), 1051–1066, 2016
Thermophysical Properties of n-Hexadecane + Some Alkylbenzenes Binary Mixtures at Temperatures from 298.15 K to 318.15 K

Journal of Molecular Liquids, 237, 208–215, 2017

Amani Alsam l Data Analysis | Research Excellence Award

Assist. Prof. Dr. Amani Alsam l Data Analysis | Research Excellence Award

Jazan University | Saudi Arabia

Assist. Prof. Dr. Amani Alsam is an academic researcher specializing in physical chemistry and ultrafast spectroscopy, with expertise in photoinduced charge transfer and excited-state dynamics in molecular and condensed-matter systems. Assist. Prof. Dr. Amani Alsam earned a PhD from KAUST, an MSc from the University of Waterloo, and a BSc from Jazan University, and has held academic and research positions at Jazan University and as a Visiting Research Scholar at the University of Michigan. Her research interests include donor–acceptor materials, conjugated polymers, hybrid interfaces, and semiconductor nanostructures, supported by advanced skills in ultrafast laser spectroscopy, 4D scanning ultrafast electron microscopy, materials synthesis, and device fabrication. Assist. Prof. Dr. Amani Alsam has received competitive scholarships and national research support, contributing impactful publications that advance energy, optoelectronic, and radiation-responsive materials research.

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Effect of Conjugation Length on Photoinduced Charge Transfer in π-Conjugated Oligomer–Acceptor Dyads
The Journal of Physical Chemistry A, 2017, 121(26), 4891–4901
Bimolecular Excited-State Electron Transfer with Surprisingly Long-Lived Radical Ions
The Journal of Physical Chemistry C, 2015, 119(38), 21896–21903
Role of Ag Nanowires and MXenes in Optimizing Flexible, Semitransparent Bifacial Inverted Perovskite Solar Cells for Building-Integrated Photovoltaics: A SCAPS-1D Modeling Approach
Advanced Theory and Simulations, 2025, 8(3), 2401004
Enhanced Luminescence and Quenching Mechanisms in Na⁺/Co-Doped K₇CaY₂(B₅O₁₀)₃:Tb³⁺ Phosphors under UV Radiation
Applied Radiation and Isotopes, 20

Friday Benedict | Predictive Analytics | Worldwide Research and Innovation Data Excellence Award

Mr. Friday Benedict | Predictive Analytics | Worldwide Research and Innovation Data Excellence Award

Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria | Nigeria

Benedict Friday is a dedicated chemist and educator whose academic and professional journey reflects a strong commitment to scientific advancement, teaching excellence, and community impact. He is currently pursuing a Master of Science degree in Physical Chemistry at Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, where he also completed a Professional Diploma in Education after earning a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry with Second Class Upper Division from the Federal University of Agriculture, Makurdi. His experience spans teaching roles at secondary schools and part-time laboratory demonstration at the university level, where he supports undergraduate practical sessions in Chemistry. Beyond academia, he has gained administrative and organizational experience working as a Fleet Officer in the transport division of a major cement company, as well as field experience in telecommunications marketing and water treatment laboratory operations. His research interests include physical chemistry, environmental chemistry, water quality analysis, and material science. Known for teamwork, communication skills, creativity, and leadership, he continues to develop professionally through teaching, research, and community engagement. He remains committed to contributing innovative solutions to scientific and educational challenges while advancing knowledge in the chemical sciences.

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Design and screening of novel geniposide derivatives as xanthine oxidase inhibitors for hyperuricemia treatment using QSAR, Molecular docking, Molecular dynamics simulation, ADMET, and DFT Approaches, 2025.

Larisa Mezentseva | Real-world Case Studies | Best Scholar Award

Dr. Larisa Mezentseva | Real-world Case Studies | Best Scholar Award

National Research Centre Kurchatov Institute | Russia

Dr. Larisa P. Mezentseva is a distinguished materials chemist and Leading Researcher at the I.V. Grebenshchikov Institute of Silicate Chemistry (Branch of NRC “Kurchatov Institute,” Russia), with over five decades of expertise in inorganic and materials chemistry. She earned her Ph.D. in Chemistry from the Institute of Silicate Chemistry of the Russian Academy of Sciences, focusing on the phase diagrams of lanthanide–phosphate systems. Her research primarily centers on the synthesis, crystal chemistry, and functional properties of rare-earth phosphates, aluminates, and nanostructured oxide ceramics. She has made significant contributions to sol-gel synthesis methods, phase equilibria studies, and the development of advanced ceramic materials for high-temperature and nuclear applications. Dr. Mezentseva has published more than 49 scientific papers, accumulated over 522 citations, and holds an h-index of 13 (Scopus). Her work has appeared in leading international journals such as Glass Physics and Chemistry, Journal of Nuclear Materials, and Russian Journal of Inorganic Chemistry. She has also contributed to patents and collaborative projects advancing the design and application of functional oxide materials. Through her extensive scientific output and mentorship, Dr. Mezentseva has played a vital role in strengthening global understanding of rare-earth ceramics and functional materials.

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Featured Publications

Mezentseva, L. (2022). “Ceramic Composites Based on Lanthanum Orthophosphate and Alumina: Preparation and Properties” in Glass Physics and Chemistry.

Mezentseva, L. (2021). “Ceramic Composite Matrices Based on the LaPO4–ZrO2 System: Preparation and Properties” in Glass Physics and Chemistry.

Mezentseva, L. (2021). “Ceramic Composites Based on Nanosized Lanthanum Orthophosphate and Their Properties” in Glass Physics and Chemistry.

Mezentseva, L.P.; Osipov, A.V.; Ugolkov, V.L.; Akatov, A.A.; Doil’nitsyn, V.A. (2019). “Physicochemical Properties of Ceramics Based on a LaPO4–DyPO4 System” in Glass Physics and Chemistry.

Mezentseva, L.; Osipov, A.; Ugolkov, V.; Kruchinina, I.; Maslennikova, T.; Koptelova, L. (2019). “Sol–gel Synthesis of Precursors and Preparation of Ceramic Composites Based on LaPO4 with Y2O3 and ZrO2 Additions” in Journal of Sol-Gel Science and Technology.