Dr. Gabriela Dyrda | Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Gabriela Dyrda | Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

University of Opole, Poland.

Dr. Gabriela Dyrda is a distinguished researcher and lecturer at the Faculty of Chemistry, Opole University, Poland. With a Ph.D. in Chemical Sciences from Opole University, she has dedicated her career to the study of the chemistry of phthalocyanine and porphyrin analogues. Dr. Dyrda is a recognized expert in the synthesis, reactivity, and opto-electronic properties of these compounds, with a particular focus on photocatalysis and bioactivity. She has a diverse academic background, including postdoctoral fellowships in Italy, and she has been a pivotal figure in advancing research in photochemical sensitization and energy transfer mechanisms.

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Education 🎓

Dr. Gabriela Dyrda completed her M.Sc. in 1997 at Opole University, Faculty of Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry, where she focused on chemistry. She went on to earn her Ph.D. in 2006 from the same university, specializing in chemical sciences, with her research examining the photostability of metal phthalocyanines. Afterward, Dr. Dyrda pursued postdoctoral studies in Biotechnology at Opole University (2006-2008) before advancing her research career with a Post-Doctorate Fellowship at UniversitĂ  del Salento in Italy (2008), working under the guidance of leading experts in the field.

Experience đź’Ľ

Dr. Dyrda has been a researcher and lecturer at Opole University since 2006, contributing extensively to the Faculty of Chemistry. Her early career involved research assistant roles, where she focused on phthalocyanine complexes. She has also undertaken advanced research in Italy at UniversitĂ  del Salento, working with prominent scientists such as Prof. Giuseppe Mele.

Research Interests 🔬

Her research interests encompass the chemistry of phthalocyanines and porphyrins, focusing on:

Synthesis and reactivity of these analogues.

Opto-electronic properties and photocatalytic activity.

Energy transfer mechanisms between excited states of metallophthalocyanines and other molecules.

Bioactivity of phthalocyanine and porphyrin derivatives in biological applications.

Selected Publications đź“š

Porphyrin and phthalocyanine photosensitizers designed for targeted photodynamic therapy of colorectal cancer
Janas, K., Boniewska-Bernacka, E., Dyrda, G., SĹ‚ota, R. (2021). Bioorganic and Medicinal Chemistry, 30, 115926.
Citations: 50

Semiconductor @ sensitizer composites for enhanced photoinduced processes
Mele, G., Słota, R., Dyrda, G. (2021). Materials Science in Photocatalysis, pp. 183–209.
Citations: 2

Hydrogen bond-mediated conjugates involving lanthanide diphthalocyanines and trifluoroacetic acid (Lnpc2@TFA): Structure, photoactivity, and stability
Dyrda, G., Zakrzyk, M., Broda, M.A., Mele, G., SĹ‚ota, R. (2020). Molecules, 25(16), 3638.
Citations: 10

Adducts of free-base meso-tetraarylporphyrins with trihaloacetic acids: Structure and photostability
Dyrda, G., Broda, M.A., Hnatejko, Z., Pędziński, T., Słota, R. (2020). Journal of Photochemistry and Photobiology A: Chemistry, 393, 112445.
Citations: 3

Hybrid TiO2 @ phthalocyanine catalysts in photooxidation of 4-nitrophenol: Effect of the matrix and sensitizer type
Dyrda, G., Kocot, K., Poliwoda, A., Pal, S., SĹ‚ota, R. (2020). Journal of Photochemistry and Photobiology A: Chemistry, 387, 112124.

Citations: 10

 

 

Prof. Xiaobo Chen | Computational Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Xiaobo Chen | Computational Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Jinan University, China.

Xiaobo Chen is an Associate Professor at Jinan University, where he has been since 2014. He earned his Ph.D. in material physics and chemistry from Zhejiang University in 2011 and later worked as a postdoctoral fellow at the Ningbo Institute of Materials Technology and Engineering. Dr. Chen's research focuses on computational studies of heterogeneous catalysis mechanisms, optical and defect physics in semiconductors, and the magnetic properties of low-dimensional materials. His work contributes significantly to the understanding of catalytic systems and energy storage technologies.

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Education 🎓

Dr. Xiaobo Chen completed his Ph.D. in material physics and chemistry from Zhejiang University in 2011. This academic foundation led to his postdoctoral position at the Ningbo Institute of Materials Technology and Engineering, where he honed his expertise in material sciences. He is currently an Associate Professor at the College of Physics & Optoelectronic Engineering, Jinan University.

Experience đź’Ľ

Dr. Chen’s academic journey began after his Ph.D., as he joined Ningbo Institute of Materials Technology and Engineering as a postdoctoral fellow. He became an Associate Professor at Jinan University in 2014. Throughout his career, he has collaborated with various experimental groups and contributed to both theoretical and computational research, primarily focusing on catalytic systems and semiconductor physics. His work has led to notable advancements in computational methodologies and energy storage solutions.

Research Interests 🔬

Heterogeneous catalysis mechanisms

Optical and defect physics in semiconductors

Magnetic physics of low-dimensional materials
He has also made significant strides in computational chemistry, particularly in the development of methods for analyzing catalytic systems and semiconductor materials.

Selected Publications đź“š

Electronegativity principle for hydrogen evolution activity using first-principles calculations

Y An, M Ouyang, S Kong, G Wang, X Chen

Physical Chemistry Chemical Physics, 25 (19), 13289-13296, 2023

Activating the Îş-Ga2O3 surface for epitaxy growth and dopant incorporation using low chemical-hardness metal overlayers

W Feng, S Chen, Z Lin, Z Chen, G Wang, X Chen, Y Pei

Journal of Alloys and Compounds, 951, 169793, 2023

Substantial impact of surface charges on electrochemical reaction kinetics on S vacancies of MoS2 using grand-canonical iteration method

Y An, W Cao, M Ouyang, S Chen, G Wang, X Chen

The Journal of Chemical Physics, 159 (14), 2023

First-Principles Prediction of Îş-Ga2O3:N Ferromagnetism

W Feng, X Chen, J Liang, G Wang, Y Pei

The Journal of Physical Chemistry C, 128 (18), 7733-7741, 2024

Effective active sites of triangular Mo-S Nano-catalysts from first-principle calculations

G Wang, X Chen

Surfaces and Interfaces, 26, 101373, 2024

 

 

 

Mr. Xiaogang Liu | Molecular Biology | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Xiaogang Liu | Molecular Biology | Best Researcher Award

Beijing Institute of Technology, China.

Dr. Xiaogang Liu is a dedicated Lecturer at the Zhuhai Campus of Beijing Institute of Technology. With a strong foundation in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, he specializes in Chemical Biology. His research primarily focuses on Computational Chemistry to study pH-Responsive Fluorescent Probes and develop related software. In addition to his research contributions, he is passionate about teaching and mentoring students in the areas of Molecular Biology and Immunology.

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Education 🎓

Xiaogang Liu earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Biochemistry from Shanxi University, where he laid the groundwork for his extensive studies in the fields of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. During his time at Shanxi University, he gained a solid understanding of the core principles of biochemical processes and molecular interactions, which set the stage for his later academic pursuits. His education at Shanxi University sparked his passion for Chemical Biology, ultimately shaping his career in research and teaching.

Experience đź’Ľ

Dr. Liu has taken on multiple roles in research and academia. Currently, as a Lecturer at Beijing Institute of Technology, he actively teaches and supervises students while also conducting research in Bioinformatics and Chemical Biology. His work focuses on exploring computational methodologies to understand complex chemical systems and biological molecules.

Research Interests 🔬

Chemical Biology: Investigating pH-Responsive Fluorescent Probes

Computational Chemistry: Developing software to support chemical biology research

Bioinformatics: Exploring the intersection of biology and computing to enhance molecular biology applications
Dr. Liu's research also delves into the integration of Computational Chemistry and Chemical Biology to advance understanding in fields like fluorescence sensing, probe design, and software development.

Selected Publications đź“š

Computational Chemistry Study of pH-Responsive Fluorescent Probes and Development of Supporting Software
Journal: Molecules (2025), Volume: 30(2), Article 273
Contributors: Xiaogang Liu

Large Scale Virtual Screening for Finding Inhibitor against the RNA-dependent RNA Polymerase from Herbal Medicine for SARS-Cov-2 Therapy
Proceedings of the 11th International Conference on Biomedical Engineering and Bioinformatics (2022)
Contributors: Xiaogang Liu, Zirong Liang, Shiye Wu, Ying Wang, Binquan Gou

Virtual Screening for Finding Inhibitor Against the Main Protease of SARS-Cov-2 from the FDA-Approved Drugs Database
International Conference on Biomedical and Intelligent Systems (IC-BIS 2022) (2022-12-06)
Contributors: Xiaogang Liu, Shiye Wu, Zitong Zhu, Ying Wang, Binquan Gou

Teaching Reform and Application of Cell Biology in Bioengineering Specialty
Science & Technology Information (2021-12-13)
Contributors: Xiaogang Liu

 

 

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Hongxia Liu | Theoretical Chemistry | Women Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Hongxia Liu | Theoretical Chemistry | Women Researcher Award

Anshan Normal University, China

Dr. Hong-xia Liu is an Associate Professor at Anshan Normal University and a member of the Royal Society of Chemistry. With extensive expertise in theoretical and experimental chemistry, Dr. Liu’s research focuses on reaction mechanisms, green catalysis, and material design. She has published numerous papers in high-impact journals, reviewed for prestigious journals, and secured multiple competitive research grants. Her dedication to teaching and innovation makes her a respected figure in physical chemistry.

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Education 🎓

Dr. Hong-xia Liu earned her Ph.D. in Physical Chemistry from Jilin University, China (2005–2010). Under the mentorship of Prof. Jingyao Liu, her research focused on "Theoretical studies on the mechanism and kinetic properties of several important chemical reactions," emphasizing advanced computational methods and theoretical modeling to unravel intricate chemical processes. She previously obtained her B.Sc. in Chemistry from Inner Mongolia Normal University, China (2001–2005), where she built a strong foundation in the fundamental principles of chemistry.

Professional Experience đź’Ľ

Dr. Hong-xia Liu completed her Ph.D. in Physical Chemistry at Jilin University, China, from 2005 to 2010, where she conducted research under the guidance of Prof. Jingyao Liu. Her dissertation, titled "Theoretical Studies on the Mechanism and Kinetic Properties of Several Important Chemical Reactions," employed advanced computational techniques and theoretical modeling to explore the mechanisms and kinetics of complex chemical reactions. Prior to her doctoral studies, Dr. Liu earned a B.Sc. in Chemistry from Inner Mongolia Normal University, China, in 2005, establishing a strong foundational understanding of chemistry's core principles.

Research Interests 🔬

Reaction Mechanisms and Kinetics
Dr. Hong-xia Liu’s research delves into the study of chemical reaction mechanisms and kinetics, aiming to understand the underlying processes that drive chemical transformations. Her work uses advanced computational techniques to model and analyze reaction pathways, energy profiles, and rate-determining steps.

Green Catalysis and Organic Synthesis
Dr. Liu explores the use of green catalysis in organic synthesis, focusing on environmentally friendly processes that reduce waste and energy consumption. Her work aims to develop more sustainable and efficient catalytic systems for chemical reactions, promoting the use of renewable resources.

Raman Spectral Analysis for Aromaticity
Dr. Liu applies Raman spectroscopy to analyze aromaticity in molecules, using this technique to study the structural and electronic properties of aromatic compounds. This analysis provides valuable insights into the stability, reactivity, and behavior of aromatic systems in various chemical reactions.

Computational Chemistry
Dr. Liu employs computational chemistry tools such as VASP (Vienna Ab-initio Simulation Package), Gaussian, and Multiwell to conduct detailed studies of chemical systems. These tools allow for high-level quantum mechanical calculations, aiding in the investigation of molecular structures, reaction dynamics, and thermodynamic properties.

Awards and Grants 🏆

National Natural Science Foundation of China (2020–2022): Spiropyran-based membrane material for intelligent humidity control

Special Research Project of Anshan Normal University (2021–2022): Kinetics of Cl removal from tap water

Publications Top Notes đź“š

Theoretical Prediction of the Reaction Mechanism Underlying the Active Phase of Bn (n = 3–5) and Cu-Doped Electron-Deficient Bn-1 Clusters: Reduction of CO2, Journal of Chemical Physics, 2024-12
Contributors: Hong-xia Liu, Ling Fu, Chao-zheng He. Link

Molecular Dynamics Simulation of Methane Dehydrogenation on Clusters of Cu4 and Cu3M (M@Fe, Co, Ni) Alloys, Reaction Kinetics, Mechanisms and Catalysis, 2024-11-27
Contributors: Hong-xia Liu, Xiaoze Sun, Ling Fu, Chao-Zheng He. Link

Research on the Application of Localized Argument-Driven Inquiry Teaching Model in a High School in Northeast China, Journal of Chemical Education, 2024-11-17
Contributors: Hong-xia Liu, Xiao-di Zeng, Rong Deng, Qiao-kun Li, Shuang Wu, Wen-dong Zhou. Link

Theoretical Study on Equilibrium, Thermodynamic, and Density Functional Models for Doped and Amination@TiO2 Removal of Cadmium (II) Ion from Wastewater, The European Physical Journal Plus, 2024-08-05
Contributors: Hong-xia Liu, Hong-bo Zhang, Ling Fu, Chao-zheng He. Link

Study on the Methane Dehydrogenation Reaction Catalyzed by Triangular Transition Metal: A Theoretical Research, Physica Scripta, 2023-10-01
Contributors: Hongxia Liu, Fu Ling, He Chaozheng. Link