Batoul Hosseinzadeh | Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

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Researcher at University of Brescia – Italy.

Batoul Hosseinzadeh is a versatile researcher specializing in electrochemical research and material science. Currently affiliated with the Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering at the University of Brescia, Italy, Batoul has a robust background in synthesizing and characterizing novel materials such as metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), molecularly imprinted polymers (MIPs), and nanostructured electrode materials. She completed her Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry from the Institute for Advanced Studies in Basic Sciences, Iran, focusing on the development of MOF-based nanostructures for supercapacitors. Batoul has extensive international research experience, including postdoctoral roles in Turkey and Iran, and a sabbatical fellowship at the Catalan Institute of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology in Spain. She is skilled in UV/Vis spectrophotometry, electron microscopy, and various electrochemical techniques, contributing significantly to the field of electrochemical energy storage and sensor applications.

Professional Profiles:

Education 🎓

Batoul Hosseinzadeh pursued an extensive academic journey focused on analytical chemistry, culminating in a Ph.D. from the Institute for Advanced Studies in Basic Sciences, Zanjan, Iran, between 2014 and 2019. Her doctoral research delved into the synthesis of novel metal-organic framework-based nanostructures, specifically aimed at enhancing electrode materials for high-performance electrochemical supercapacitors, under the guidance of Dr. Sayed Habib Kazemi. Prior to her Ph.D., she completed a Master’s degree at the same institution from 2010 to 2012, where her thesis centered on the electrochemical synthesis and characterization of nano-structured conducting metallopolymer of NiPorphyrine. Beginning her academic journey, Batoul earned her Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry from Shahid Chamran University, Ahvaz, Iran, solidifying her foundational knowledge in the field. Her academic pursuits reflect a dedication to advancing analytical chemistry through innovative research and application-driven studies in nanostructured materials and electrochemical technologies.

Professional Experience

Batoul Hosseinzadeh is a seasoned researcher specializing in electrochemical research and material science. Currently based at Università degli Studi di Brescia, Italy, she focuses on sensor design in Prof. Emilio Sardini’s group. Previously, she contributed significantly as a researcher at Ankara University, Turkey, under Prof. Sibel Aysil Ozkan, developing electrochemical sensors using MOFs and MIPs for anti-cancer drug detection. Her postdoctoral stint at Amirkabir University of Technology, Tehran, Iran, and earlier roles at the Institute for Advanced Studies in Basic Sciences, Zanjan, Iran, underscore her expertise in synthesizing and studying advanced materials like MOFs and MIPs. Batoul’s international collaborations and research in electrochemical sensor development highlight her commitment to advancing scientific knowledge and applications in this critical field.

Research Interest

Batoul Hosseinzadeh is an accomplished researcher specializing in electrochemical science and materials engineering. Her work primarily revolves around developing innovative electrochemical sensors using Metal-Organic Frameworks (MOFs), Molecular Imprinted Polymers (MIPs), and nanostructured materials. She focuses on enhancing energy storage technologies, particularly supercapacitors and batteries, by investigating advanced electrode materials. Batoul is adept in using spectroscopic and microscopic techniques for material characterization, crucial for optimizing performance and durability. Her research extends to environmental applications, where she explores sustainable solutions for environmental monitoring and remediation. With a strong commitment to collaboration, Batoul engages in interdisciplinary research projects with international partners to explore new frontiers in electrochemistry. Her contributions are pivotal in advancing both fundamental understanding and practical applications in the field of electrochemical sciences.

Award and Honors

🏆 Dr. Batoul Hosseinzadeh has received several prestigious awards and fellowships throughout her career:
She was awarded a research fellowship at Ankara University, Turkey in 2023, where she conducted advanced research in electrochemical sensor development. In 2020, she received a postdoctoral fellowship from Iran’s National Elites Foundation (ISEF), supporting her research endeavors. Prior to this, in 2018, Dr. Hosseinzadeh was granted a sabbatical fellowship to the Catalan Institute of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology in Spain, enriching her expertise in the synthesis and characterization of novel materials for energy storage applications. These fellowships have been instrumental in her international research collaborations and contributions to the field of analytical chemistry and electrochemical sensors.

Publications

  • Facile synthesis of mixed metal–organic frameworks: electrode materials for supercapacitors with excellent areal capacitance and operational stability
    • Authors: SH Kazemi, B Hosseinzadeh, H Kazemi, MA Kiani, S Hajati
    • Journal: ACS applied materials & interfaces
    • Year: 2018
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  • Electrochemical fabrication of conducting polymer of Ni-porphyrin as nano-structured electrocatalyst for hydrazine oxidation
    • Authors: SH Kazemi, B Hosseinzadeh, S Zakavi
    • Journal: Sensors and Actuators B: Chemical
    • Year: 2015
    • Citations: 40
  • MOF-derived conformal cobalt oxide/C composite material as high-performance electrode in hybrid supercapacitors
    • Authors: B Hosseinzadeh, B Nagar, R Benages-Vilau, P Gomez-Romero
    • Journal: Electrochimica Acta
    • Year: 2021
    • Citations: 30
  • Coordination geometry in metallo-supramolecular polymer networks
    • Authors: B Hosseinzadeh, M Ahmadi
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    • Year: 2022
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  • Electrophoretic deposition of Sn-doped TiO2 nanoparticles and its optical and photocatalytic properties
    • Authors: SE Hosseini Yeganeh, M Kazazi, B Koozegar Kaleji, SH Kazemi
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    • Year: 2018
    • Citations: 20
  • Hollow molecularly imprinted microspheres made by w/o/w double Pickering emulsion polymerization stabilized by graphene oxide quantum dots targeted for determination of L-Cysteine concentration
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    • Year: 2021
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  • Degradable hydrogels: Design mechanisms and versatile applications
    • Authors: B Hosseinzadeh, M Ahmadi
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    • Year: 2023
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  • Electrochemical Sensor for Food Monitoring Using Metal-Organic Framework Materials
    • Authors: B Hosseinzadeh, M Luz Rodriguez-Mendez
    • Journal: Chemosensors
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    • Citations: 4
  • Development of a molecularly imprinted polymer-based electrochemical sensor with metal-organic frameworks for monitoring the antineoplastic drug vismodegib
    • Authors: B Hosseinzadeh, SI Kaya, A Cetinkaya, EB Atici, SA Ozkan
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    • Year: 2024
  • Emerging trends of ion-selective electrodes in pharmaceutical applications
    • Authors: N Jadon, B Hosseinzadeh, SI Kaya, G Ozcelikay-Akyildiz, A Cetinkaya, et al.
    • Journal: Electrochimica Acta
    • Year: 2
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Georgina Gregory | Chemistry and Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Georgina Gregory | Chemistry and Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

Royal Society Dorothy Hodgkin Fellow at University of Oxford, United Kingdom.

Georgina L. Gregory is a renowned chemist and Royal Society Dorothy Hodgkin Research Fellow at the University of Oxford. She holds a PhD and MRes (Distinction) from the University of Bath and a first-class honours MSci from Imperial College London. Her career spans academia and industry, including roles at Wadham College, the Faraday Institute, and Crown Packaging Ltd. Georgina’s research focuses on sustainable chemical technologies and battery applications, particularly innovative polymers for energy storage. She has received numerous awards for her leadership and research excellence, highlighting her expertise in strategic planning, data analysis, and project management. Georgina continues to drive advancements in green chemistry, making significant contributions to her field. 🌿🔬🌟

Professional Profiles:

Education

Georgina L. Gregory holds a PhD and MRes (Distinction) in Chemistry from the Centre for Sustainable Chemical Technologies at the University of Bath, which she completed in 2017. She also earned a first-class honours MSci in Chemistry from Imperial College London in 2011. 🎓🌟

Professional Experience

Georgina Gregory’s professional journey is marked by significant roles in academia and industry. She currently serves as a Royal Society Dorothy Hodgkin Research Fellow at the University of Oxford’s Department of Chemistry since October 2022. Concurrently, she is a Junior Research Fellow in Inorganic Chemistry at Wadham College, Oxford, a position she has held since October 2020. Previously, she was a Senior Postdoctoral Research Associate on the SOLBAT project at the Faraday Institute (2020-2022) and a Postdoctoral Research Associate in the Chemistry Research Lab at Oxford (2018-2020). Her industry experience includes a role as a Scientist at Crown Packaging Ltd. (2017-2018) and a PhD Placement at Syngenta (2016). 🔬📊

Research Interest

Georgina Gregory’s research interests are centered around sustainable chemical technologies and battery applications. Her work focuses on the development of polymers for use in energy storage, particularly in batteries, and she is actively involved in exploring innovative materials and methodologies to improve battery performance and sustainability. She is passionate about contributing to advancements in green chemistry and the development of environmentally friendly chemical processes. 🌿🔋

Awards and Honors

Georgina has received numerous awards and honors throughout her career. Notably, she has been recognized by the University of Oxford with the Award for Excellence Scheme, both in salary increments and monetary awards in 2022 and 2023. She has also received the Recognition Award for Leadership at Oxford in 2021 and 2022. Her research presentations have garnered accolades, including the Best Talk Prize at the Recent Appointees in Polymer Science (RAPS) in 2022, and several poster prizes and talk awards from conferences and symposia during her academic tenure. 🏆🎖️

Research Skills

Georgina Gregory possesses a robust set of research skills, including strategic planning, innovation, and creativity in scientific research. She is proficient in data analysis and project planning, with strong quantitative skills and experience in audit reporting. Her analytical thinking and ability to manage interdisciplinary teams have been instrumental in her research endeavors, particularly in the development and application of polymers for battery technologies. Her expertise is further demonstrated by her numerous invited presentations, published patents, and successful mentorship of graduate and undergraduate students. 📊

Publications

  1. Switchable Catalysis Improves the Properties of CO2-Derived Polymers: Poly(cyclohexene carbonate-b-ε-decalactone-b-cyclohexene carbonate) Adhesives
    • Authors: GS Sulley, GL Gregory, TTD Chen, L Peña Carrodeguas, G Trott, CK Williams
    • Year: 2020
    • Citations: 195
  2. Polymers from sugars: cyclic monomer synthesis, ring-opening polymerisation, material properties and applications
    • Authors: GL Gregory, EM López-Vidal, A Buchard
    • Year: 2017
    • Citations: 137
  3. Sequence control from mixtures: switchable polymerization catalysis and future materials applications
    • Authors: AC Deacy, GL Gregory, GS Sulley, TTD Chen, CK Williams
    • Year: 2021
    • Citations: 129
  4. Polymers from Sugars and CO2: Synthesis and Polymerization of a d-Mannose-Based Cyclic Carbonate
    • Authors: GL Gregory, LM Jenisch, B Charles, G Kociok-Kohn, A Buchard
    • Year: 2016
    • Citations: 115
  5. 2020 roadmap on solid-state batteries
    • Authors: M Pasta, D Armstrong, ZL Brown, J Bu, MR Castell, P Chen, A Cocks, et al.
    • Year: 2020
    • Citations: 112
  6. Easy access to oxygenated block polymers via switchable catalysis
    • Authors: T Stößer, GS Sulley, GL Gregory, CK Williams
    • Year: 2019
    • Citations: 93
  7. Bio‐based and degradable block polyester pressure‐sensitive adhesives
    • Authors: TTD Chen, LP Carrodeguas, GS Sulley, GL Gregory, CK Williams
    • Year: 2020
    • Citations: 81
  8. Triblock polyester thermoplastic elastomers with semi-aromatic polymer end blocks by ring-opening copolymerization
    • Authors: GL Gregory, GS Sulley, LP Carrodeguas, TTD Chen, A Santmarti, CK Williams
    • Year: 2020
    • Citations: 81
  9. Synthesis of 5-to 8-membered cyclic carbonates from diols and CO2: A one-step, atmospheric pressure and ambient temperature procedure
    • Authors: TM McGuire, EM López-Vidal, GL Gregory, A Buchard
    • Year: 2018
    • Citations: 80
  10. Synthesis of 6-membered cyclic carbonates from 1,3-diols and low CO2 pressure: A novel mild strategy to replace phosgene reagents
    • Authors: GL Gregory, M Ulmann, A Buchard
    • Year: 2015
    • Citations: 78