Rajni Aggarwal -Synthesis of ionic liquids – Women Researcher Award

Posted on by usudeeparya

Rajni Aggarwal -Synthesis of ionic liquids – Women Researcher Award

Dr. Rajni Aggarwal distinguished academic and researcher in the field Synthesis of ionic liquids. She has accumulated significant teaching experience in the field of chemistry. This includes six months of teaching Organic Chemistry practicals for B.Sc. (HNs) Human Genetics semester I class from July 2011 to November 2012, and another six months teaching the same subject for B.Sc. (HNs) Electronics Technology semester I class from July 2012 to December 2012. Following this, she served for three years as a teacher of Chemistry at BBK DAV College for Women, Amritsar, from 2015 to 2017. Furthermore, she contributed her expertise in the Department of Chemistry from 2022 to 2023, teaching Physical Chemistry to both undergraduate and postgraduate classes over a three-year period

🌐 Professional Profiles

Educations📚📚📚

She holds a B.Sc. in Chemistry (HNs) from Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar, obtained in 2007, followed by an M.Sc. in Chemistry (HNs) from the same institution in 2009. During her M.Sc., she conducted a project in inorganic chemistry under the guidance of Dr. T. S. Lobana in the Chemistry Department at GNDU, Amritsar. Subsequently, she pursued her Ph.D. from the Department of Chemistry at Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar, under the supervision of Professor Dr. Sukhprit Singh. Her doctoral research focused on the synthesis, characterization, and evaluation of ionic liquids, as well as physical studies related to ionic liquids. Additionally, she has qualified for the Ph.D. Eligibility Test conducted by Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar, in August 2010, and the Graduate Aptitude Test conducted by the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Bombay, in March 2013.

🏆🏆Awards🏆🏆

 Recipient of UGC SAP Fellowship in science for meritorious student, India (2009 – 2014).

LABORATORY AND INSTRUMENTATION SKILLS

She possesses extensive knowledge and practical skills in various aspects of chemistry, particularly in the realm of organic and inorganic compounds. Her expertise includes conducting multistep organic reactions and monitoring them using techniques such as TLC, UV, fluorescence, NMR, mass spectrometry, and infrared spectroscopy. Additionally, she is proficient in purifying compounds through methods like liquid column chromatography and crystallization.

Furthermore, she is well-versed in the characterization of both organic and inorganic compounds using a wide range of analytical techniques, including NMR, IR, MS, UV-Visible spectroscopy, fluorescence spectroscopy, scanning electron microscopy (SEM), transmission electron microscopy (TEM), thermal gravimetric analysis (TGA), and X-ray diffraction (XRD) experiments.

Moreover, she is adept in instrumentation techniques associated with NMR, IR, UV, fluorescence, as well as utilizing software such as Zetasizer for dynamic light scattering (DLS) analysis and XRD analysis. Her proficiency in these areas enables her to contribute effectively to research and teaching endeavors within the field of chemistry.

CONFERENCES ATTENDED

She has actively participated in numerous national symposiums and seminars, showcasing her dedication to advancing knowledge in the field of chemistry. Notable among these are her poster presentations at the National Symposium on Chemistry in 21st Century held at Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar, in December 2011, and the Chemical Constellation Cheminar-2012 at Dr B R Ambedkar National Institute of Technology, Jalandhar, in September 2012.

Additionally, she has presented her research findings at various prestigious events, including the 7th RSC-CRSI Symposium in Chemistry at Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, in January 2013, and the 15th CRSI National Symposium in Chemistry at the same venue in February 2013. Furthermore, she participated in the National Symposium on Recent Trends in Chemistry held at Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar, in March 2013.

Her commitment to scholarly discourse is evident through her attendance and contributions at the IVth, Vth, and VIth National Symposia on Advances in Chemical Sciences, all held at Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar, in 2014, 2016, and 2017 respectively. These engagements underscore her active involvement in academic and research activities within the chemistry community.

 

📝🔬Publications📝🔬
  • R. Aggarwal, S. Singh, Synthesis, characterization, and evaluation of surface properties of
    cyclohexyloxyoxoethylbipyridinium gemini amphiphiles, and a Comparison with single-tailed
    amphiphiles
  • R. Aggarwal, S. Singh, G. Hundal, Synthesis, characterization and evaluation of surface properties of
    cyclohexanoxycarbonylmethyl pyridinium and cyclohexanoxycarbonyl methyl imidazolium ionic
    liquids.
  • R. Aggarwal, P. Khullar, M. S. Bakshi, D. Mandial, A. Mahal, G. Ahluwalia. Bipyridinium and
    Imidazolium Ionic Liquids for Nanomaterials Synthesis; pH Effect, Phase Transfer Behavior, and
    Protein Extraction. ACS Sustainable Chemistry & Engineering 2017, 5(9), 7859-7870. (DOI:
    10.1021/acssuschemeng.7b01368)
  • R. Aggarwal. Comparison of physicochemical studies of single tailed and gemini cyclohexanoxy
    carbonyl pyridinium cationic amphiphiles. Journal of proteomics and bioinformatics. Volume 10 (7)
    178-185 (2017).
  • R. Aggarwal, S. Singh. Synthesis, characterization and evaluation of surface and thermal properties of
    3-cyclohexyloxy-2-hydroxypropyl pyridinium and imidazolium surface active ionic liquids. Journal of
    surfactant and Detergents, 2018, vol. 21, issue 1, (doi.org/10.1002/jsde.12002).
  • R. Aggarwal, S. Singh. Synthesis, characterization, and evaluation of surface and thermal properties
    and cytotoxicity of 2-hydroxy-3-phenoxypropyl imidazolium bola-type gemini amphiphiles, Journal of
    surfactant and Detergents, 2018, volume 22 (1), (doi/10.1002/jsde.12203)
  • R. Aggarwal, T. S. Lobana, B. Thakur, R. J. Butcher, M. Zeller, J. P. Jasinki. Synthesis and structure of
    dinuclear palladium complexes with 1, 3-imidazoline-2-thione, Acta Cryst. (2023), E79.
  • R. Aggarwal, S. Singh.Synthesis, self-aggregation, thermal stability and cytotoxicity trends of
    alkyloxypropoxycyclohexane based pyridinium ionic liquids.
    https://doi.org/10.1016/j.molliq.2024.124382.

Roshanak Kian -Physical Chemistry – Top Researcher Award

Posted on by usudeeparya

Roshanak Kian -Physical Chemistry

Dr. Roshanak Kian  distinguished academic and researcher in the field  Physical Chemistry. With nineteen years of experience as a Lecturer at Payame Noor University and Alzahra Vocational College for Girls in Tabriz, Iran, she brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her role. Additionally, she has nine years of experience as a postdoctoral researcher, scientific writer, and thesis advisor at the esteemed University of Tabriz, one of Iran’s top-ranked universities. Her research interests span a diverse array of topics within the realm of physical chemistry, including the optical properties of drugs and dyes, solution chemistry, spectroscopic studies of drugs, host-guest interactions, and liquid crystals. Through her dedication to research and teaching, she continues to make significant contributions to the academic community and advance the understanding of these complex scientific areas.

🌐 Professional Profiles

Educations📚📚📚

She holds a Ph.D. in Physical Chemistry from Azarbaijan Shahid Madani University in Tabriz, Iran, awarded between September 2010 and June 2015. Her doctoral research focused on the spectroscopic study of guest-host and guest-guest interactions of various dyes in different solvent environments. Under the guidance of Prof. M.S. Zakerhamidi and Dr. S.M. Seyed Ahmadian, she delved into understanding complex molecular interactions. Prior to her doctoral studies, she completed her Master of Science in Physical Chemistry at Zanjan University in Zanjan, Iran, from September 2001 to June 2003. Her master’s thesis centered on the synthesis and structural characterization of pyridinocalix(4)arene silver ion complexes and other transition metals, under the supervision of Dr. A.A. Torabi. She initiated her academic journey with a Bachelor of Science in Applied Chemistry from K.N. Toosi University of Technology in Tehran, Iran, graduating between September 1994 and June 1999, laying the foundation for her illustrious career in chemistry.

 Academic Positions:

He has held various academic positions spanning over a significant period, showcasing his dedication to teaching and research. From 2004 to 2020, he served as a Part-Time Lecturer at Payame Noor University in Tabriz, Iran, where he taught courses in physical chemistry, general chemistry, quantum chemistry, and conducted related laboratory sessions. During this time, he also contributed to curriculum development and assessment activities. Concurrently, since 2018, he has been a Part-Time Lecturer at Alzahra Vocational College for Girls in Tabriz, Iran, teaching subjects including physical chemistry, inorganic chemistry, thermodynamics, and water treatment, among others. His responsibilities here also involve curriculum development and student evaluation.

Additionally, since 2018, he has been engaged as a Full-Time Postdoctoral Researcher at the Research Institute for Applied Physics and Astronomy, Tabriz University, focusing on investigating the photo-physical and spectral behavior of discotic structures of liquid crystals. Previously, from 2016 to 2019, he undertook another Full-Time Postdoctoral Research position at the same institute, funded by the Iran National Science Foundation (INSF), where he studied the interactional behavior of cancerous tissue and developed mathematical models for cancer treatment optimization.

With a comprehensive background in both academia and research, he has amassed a wealth of experience spanning nineteen years as a Lecturer and nine years as a Postdoctoral Researcher, scientific writer, and thesis advisor at prestigious institutions like the University of Tabriz. His research interests encompass a broad spectrum of topics within physical chemistry, including optical properties of drugs/dyes, solution chemistry, spectroscopic studies of drugs, host-guest interactions, and liquid crystals, reflecting his profound commitment to advancing scientific knowledge and contributing to the academic community.

 

Publication