Muhammad Naveed Khan | Chemical Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Muhammad Naveed Khan | Chemical Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Zhejiang university | China

Dr. Muhammad Naveed Khan is an accomplished researcher in applied mathematics and computational fluid dynamics, recognized internationally for his extensive contributions to non-Newtonian fluid modeling, hybrid nanofluid behavior, and advanced numerical simulation techniques. With a strong research foundation built through doctoral training in applied mathematics and continuous postdoctoral work at leading academic institutions, he has established himself as a prolific scholar in contemporary fluid mechanics and heat transfer analysis. Dr. Khan’s research focuses on a wide spectrum of computational and theoretical problems, including partial differential equations, heat and mass transfer analysis, hybrid nanofluid and ternary nanofluid flows, magnetohydrodynamics (MHD), bioconvection, multiphase flow stability, and Newtonian and non-Newtonian fluid behaviors under complex physical constraints. His expertise extends to modern transport theories such as Cattaneo–Christov heat flux, Darcy–Forchheimer porous media flow, swirling and rotational fluid systems, chemically reactive micropolar flows, and mixed convection phenomena. His contributions also include exploring the thermophysical roles of nanomaterials, bio-convection mechanisms, cross-diffusion effects, and entropy generation in next-generation heat transfer systems. With 80 SCI-indexed research publications, Dr. Khan has built a substantial scientific footprint, contributing first-author articles to high-impact journals such as Tribology International, Journal of Molecular Liquids, Case Studies in Thermal Engineering, Surfaces and Interfaces, and Journal of Computational Design and Engineering. His work consistently appears in Q1-ranked journals, demonstrating both scientific rigor and high relevance to global research challenges in energy engineering, fluid mechanics, and material science. His citation metrics—highlighted by more than 1700 citations, an h-index of 25, and an i10-index of 47—reflect his strong influence in the field. He has been recognized among the Top 2% most-cited scientists worldwide by Stanford University for consecutive years, underscoring the global impact of his scholarship. His research engagement includes supervising postgraduate scholars, contributing as a reviewer for more than 30 international scientific journals, and developing advanced computational solutions using COMSOL Multiphysics, MATLAB, MAPLE, and Mathematica. Dr. Khan’s ongoing projects include numerical modeling of drag–lift forces, chemically reactive micropolar systems, MHD nanofluid flows, entropy minimization, and multi-slip non-Newtonian flows over complex geometries. His sustained contributions strengthen theoretical fluid mechanics and support emerging applications in energy systems, environmental modeling, advanced heat exchangers, and high-performance engineering materials.

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Featured Publications

Khan, A. A., Khan, M. N., Ahammad, N. A., Ashraf, M., Guedri, K., & Galal, A. M. (2022). Flow investigation of second grade micropolar nanofluid with porous medium over an exponentially stretching sheet. Journal of Applied Biomaterials & Functional Materials. https://doi.org/10.1177/22808000221089782

Ahmad, S., Nadeem, S., & Khan, M. N. (2022). Heat enhancement analysis of the hybridized micropolar nanofluid with Cattaneo–Christov and stratification effects. Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part C: Journal of Mechanical Engineering Science. https://doi.org/10.1177/09544062211010833

Zhang, J., Ahmed, A., Khan, M. N., Wang, F., Abdelmohsen, S. A. M., & Tariq, H. (2022). Swirling flow of fluid containing (SiO₂) and (MoS₂) nanoparticles analyzed via Cattaneo–Christov theory. Journal of Applied Biomaterials & Functional Materials. https://doi.org/10.1177/22808000221094685

Khan, M. N., Nadeem, S., Abbas, N., & Zidan, A. M. (2021). Heat and mass transfer investigation of a chemically reactive Burgers nanofluid with an induced magnetic field over an exponentially stretching surface. Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part E: Journal of Process Mechanical Engineering. https://doi.org/10.1177/09544089211034941

Khan, A. A., Khan, M. N., Nadeem, S., Hussain, S. M., & Ashraf, M. (2021). Thermal slip and homogeneous/heterogeneous reaction characteristics of second-grade fluid flow over an exponentially stretching sheet. Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part E: Journal of Process Mechanical Engineering. https://doi.org/10.1177/09544089211064187

Khan, M. N., & Nadeem, S. (2021). MHD stagnation point flow of a Maxwell nanofluid over a shrinking sheet (multiple solution). Heat Transfer. https://doi.org/10.1002/htj.22098

Anup Basnet Chetry | Organic Chemistry | Best Researcher Award 

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Anup Basnet Chetry | Organic Chemistry | Best Researcher Award 

Assist. Prof. Dr. Anup Basnet Chetry | MidWest University | Nepal

Assist. Prof. Dr. Anup Basnet Chetry is an accomplished chemist specializing in host-guest and macrocyclic chemistry, particularly in the design and application of calixarene-based compounds for selective recovery of valuable metals and removal of toxic metal cations. He earned his Ph.D. in Chemistry from Saga National University, Japan, in 2014, supported by the prestigious Monbukagakusho Scholarship, with a dissertation focused on the synthesis of ionizable calix[4]arene and tripodal pseudocalix[3]arene for targeted metal recovery. He holds an M.Sc. in Chemistry from Tribhuvan University, Nepal, and a B.Sc. in Chemistry from Prithivi Narayan Campus, Tribhuvan University. Dr. Chetry’s research experience encompasses the synthesis, characterization, and application of calixarene-based macrocyclic hosts, including the development of cation-exchange resins for scavenging toxic metals and recycling valuable metals from aqueous environments, employing modern spectroscopic techniques such as UV, IR, ^1H-NMR, and ^13C-NMR for compound identification. His research interests extend to material chemistry, water quality assessment, and the selective recovery of rare metals including rare earths, indium, and gallium. Professionally, he has served as a Research Fellow and Senior Scientific Officer at the Nepal Academy of Science and Technology (2015–2018) and has extensive teaching experience as a chemistry lecturer across multiple institutions, including Mid Western University, L.A. College, Modern Technical College, and Dhulikhel Medical Institute. Currently, he is an Assistant Professor of Chemistry at Mid Western University, Surkhet, Nepal. Dr. Chetry has contributed significantly to the scientific literature, with over 20 publications, more than 150 citations, and an h-index of 7, reflecting his impact in the field of macrocyclic and materials chemistry. His work bridges fundamental chemistry with practical environmental and industrial applications, advancing selective metal recovery and sustainable chemical processes.

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Featured Publications

Burlakoti, N., Upadhyaya, J., Ghimire, N., Bajgai, T. R., & Basnet, A. Physical, chemical and microbiological characterization of processed drinking water in central Nepal: Current state study. Journal of Water, Sanitation and Hygiene for Development, 10(1), 157.

Chetry, A. B., Matsufuji, T., Adhikari, B. B., Morisada, S., Kawakita, H., Ohto, K. Intramolecular synergism for group separation extraction of trivalent rare earths by a cross type calix[4]arene with phosphonic and carboxylic acid bifunctionality. Journal of Inclusion Phenomena and Macrocyclic Chemistry, 81(3), 301–310.

Ohto, K., Takedomi, A., Chetry, A. B., Morisada, S., Kawakita, H., & Oshima, T. The effect of phenoxy oxygen atoms on extremely high extraction ability and less separation efficiency of trivalent rare earth elements with tetraphosphonic acid derivative. Journal of Inclusion Phenomena and Macrocyclic Chemistry, 77(1), 363–373.

Adhikari, B. B., Gurung, M., Chetry, A. B., Kawakita, H., & Ohto, K. Highly selective and efficient extraction of two Pb²⁺ ions with a p-tert-butylcalix[6]arene hexacarboxylic acid ligand: An allosteric effect in extraction. RSC Advances, 3(48), 25950–25959.

Ohto, K., Fuchiwaki, N., Yoshihara, T., Chetry, A. B., Morisada, S., & Kawakita, H. Extraction of scandium and other rare earth elements with a tricarboxylic acid derivative of tripodal pseudcalix[3]arene prepared from a new phenolic tripodal framework. Separation and Purification Technology, 226, 259–266.

Chetry, A. B., Adhikari, B. B., Morisada, S., Kawakita, H., & Ohto, K. Selective extraction of Ga(III) with p-t-butylcalix[4]arene tetrahydroxamic acid. Solvent Extraction Research and Development, Japan, 22(1), 25–35.

Thakuri, S., Basnet, A., Rawal, K., Chauhan, R., & Rassu. Technologies, emission estimation, and feasibility of cleaner technologies in brick industry of Nepal. Environmental Challenges, 15, 100928.

Mahat, N., Bhattarai, N., Thapa, M., Lawati, M., & Basnet, A. (2023). Antimicrobial activity and phytochemical screening of traditional medicinal plants.