Zhaohui Pang | Community Network | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Zhaohui Pang | Community Network | Best Researcher Award

Hunan Institute of Technology | China

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EARLY ACADEMIC PURSUITS

Professor Zhaohui Pang began his academic journey with a strong foundation in scientific inquiry and technical education, which eventually led him into the specialized fields of building energy efficiency and water treatment technologies. His passion for research and his commitment to academic excellence marked the early stages of his career, guiding him toward both teaching and applied scientific development. His early pursuits laid a robust groundwork for his extensive involvement in both theoretical and applied scientific research.

PROFESSIONAL ENDEAVORS

Over the course of his career, Professor Pang has held several prestigious positions, most notably serving as a Professor and Postgraduate Supervisor for Master's Degree Candidates at the Hunan Institute of Technology. His responsibilities extend beyond classroom teaching into research guidance and project leadership. He has played a pivotal role in overseeing more than 10 significant scientific research and educational reform projects at provincial, ministerial, and higher administrative levels. His professional journey reflects a balanced integration of academic mentorship, research development, and institutional service.

CONTRIBUTIONS AND RESEARCH FOCUS ON COMMUNITY NETWORK

Professor Pang’s primary research areas include building energy efficiency, water treatment theory and technology, and biological networks, especially community networks within the ecological domain. His diverse research has culminated in over 30 peer-reviewed publications, the authorship of two monographs, and editorial contributions to five key academic textbooks. In the domain of innovation, he has secured four national invention patents and eight utility model patents, showcasing a strong commitment to translating theoretical research into practical applications. His recent article, "Bird meta-community functional networks between urban parks and conservation areas," published in Ecological Indicators (2025), highlights his interest in ecological and environmental systems, particularly urban biodiversity and conservation.

IMPACT AND INFLUENCE

The impact of Professor Pang’s work extends into academic, environmental, and technological domains. His scientific leadership has been acknowledged through numerous roles as a review and evaluation expert, including appointments such as a member of the Science and Technology Project Review Expert Database of the Ministry of Science and Technology, Expert of the World Vocational College Skills Competition, and Comprehensive Bidding Evaluation Expert and Construction Project Review Expert of Hunan Province. These roles not only demonstrate his technical credibility but also position him as a trusted evaluator in national-level scientific and educational initiatives.

ACADEMIC CITES AND RECOGNITION

Professor Pang’s academic contributions are recognized through his scholarly publications and the notable awards he has received. He earned the Second Prize of the Hunan Provincial Teaching Achievement Award, reflecting his excellence in pedagogical innovation and impact on teaching outcomes. Moreover, his mentorship has led to student teams winning multiple national-level BIM competition awards, indicating the effectiveness of his guidance and the practical relevance of his training. His work is increasingly cited in research focused on environmental systems, infrastructure efficiency, and community ecology.

LEGACY AND FUTURE CONTRIBUTIONS

Looking ahead, Professor Pang’s legacy is expected to grow through his continued commitment to interdisciplinary research and educational development. His influence is evident in the generation of young researchers he mentors and the practical technologies and methodologies derived from his research. As sustainability and urban ecological concerns become increasingly central to public policy and technological advancement, Professor Pang’s work on energy efficiency, water treatment, and ecological networks will likely gain even more relevance. His blend of academic rigor, innovation, and real-world application positions him as a thought leader poised to make lasting contributions in both academic and practical arenas.

OTHER SIGNIFICANT HIGHLIGHTS

  • Affiliated with Hunan Institute of Technology, contributing significantly to institutional research reputation.

  • Engaged in research within the biological networks domain, with a focus on community networks.

  • Played an essential role in integrating ecological understanding with urban infrastructure planning, particularly through meta-community network analysis.

NOTABLE PUBLICATIONS

"Bird meta-community functional networks between urban parks and conservation areas" 

  • Author: Che Xianli, Peng Wenchaoting, Zhang Min, Tang Haolan, Jiang Jiewei, Xie Wentao, Pang Zhaohui, Zou Fasheng
  • Journal: Education Sciences
  • Year: 2025

Hebat-Allah S. Tohamy | Recycling and sustanability | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Hebat-Allah S. Tohamy | Recycling and sustanability | Best Researcher Award

Researcher, at  National Research Centre,  Egypt 📖

Dr. Hebat-Allah Tohamy is an accomplished organic chemist and researcher specializing in the development of sustainable, high-performance materials from agricultural waste. With over a decade of research experience at the National Research Center, she has spearheaded projects in water treatment, drug delivery, and environmental remediation. Dr. Tohamy has been recognized for her innovative M.Sc. thesis by the National Research Centre and has been featured on Egyptian television for her work in agricultural waste valorization. She actively shares her insights through conferences, webinars, and scientific collaborations worldwide, contributing to the advancement of sustainable technologies.

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Education Background🎓

Dr. Hebat-Allah Tohamy holds a Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry from Helwan University (2020), where she focused on the Preparation, characterization, and applications of carbon allotropes derived from agricultural wastes. Her doctoral research underscores her commitment to sustainable chemistry, specifically in transforming agricultural residues into valuable carbon-based materials. Prior to her Ph.D., Dr. Tohamy earned her M.Sc. in Organic Chemistry from Helwan University in 2017, with a thesis centered on cellulose-based amphiphilic materials. This work laid the groundwork for her expertise in cellulose chemistry and nanomaterials. Dr. Tohamy completed her undergraduate studies at Helwan University, graduating in 2011 with a B.Sc. in Chemistry and Biochemistry, where she achieved top honors, ranking within the best ten students in her cohort. Additionally, she has expanded her expertise through scientific missions to Prague, Czech Republic, in 2019, 2022, and 2023, further enriching her knowledge in international research environments.

Professional Development🌱

Dr. Tohamy is a seasoned researcher at the National Research Center (NRC) in Cairo, where she has contributed significantly to the Cellulose and Paper Department since 2012. Her expertise spans cellulose chemistry, agricultural waste recycling, and nanotechnology, with a focus on developing sustainable materials for applications in water treatment, drug delivery, and environmental remediation. She has an extensive background in materials characterization, including techniques such as XRD, TEM, SEM, IR, TGA&DTA, DSC, Raman spectroscopy, UV, VSM, and fluorescence spectroscopy.

Her work emphasizes the transformation of agro-wastes into high-value materials like graphene oxide, carbon nanotubes, carbon quantum dots, and amphiphilic polymers. She is skilled in designing pH- and thermo-responsive hydrogels, adsorption materials, and sensors for waste contaminant detection. Dr. Tohamy has demonstrated her capabilities in scientific research, laboratory work, and project management on multiple national and international research collaborations.

Research Interests🔬

Dr. Tohamy’s research focuses on sustainable materials development through the recycling of agricultural wastes, particularly in synthesizing cellulose-based and carbon-based nanomaterials. Her work is centered around applications in water treatment, drug delivery, and environmental safety. Key areas of interest include:

  • Cellulose chemistry and hydrogels
  • Carbon-based materials like graphene oxide and carbon nanotubes
  • Kinetics and thermal analysis
  • Responsive polymers for medical and industrial applications
  • Material characterization and nanotechnology

Author Metrics

Dr. Hebat-Allah Tohamy is a recognized researcher with a solid impact in the field of organic chemistry and materials science, as reflected in her author metrics. She holds an h-index of 15, demonstrating her work’s high citation rate and influence in advancing sustainable material applications and waste valorization. Dr. Tohamy’s contributions to scientific literature are cataloged on platforms like Scopus and ORCID, where her publications in reputable journals are consistently cited by peers worldwide. Her research spans a range of innovative applications, from nanomaterials to environmental and pharmaceutical applications, underscoring her authority and continued engagement in impactful research.

Publications Top Notes📄

  1. “Fullerenes and tree-shaped/fingerprinted carbon quantum dots for chromium adsorption via microwave-assisted synthesis”
    • Journal: RSC Advances
    • Publication Year: 2024
    • DOI: 10.1039/D4RA04527K
    • Contributors: Hebat-Allah S. Tohamy, Mohamed El-Sakhawy, Samir Kamel
    • Summary: This study explores the synthesis of fullerenes and uniquely structured carbon quantum dots (tree-shaped and fingerprinted) using microwave-assisted techniques for the adsorption of chromium, a critical environmental contaminant.
  2. “Application of electrospun N-doped carbon dots loaded cellulose acetate membranes as cationic dyes adsorbent”
    • Journal: Journal of Environmental Management
    • Publication Date: November 2024
    • DOI: 10.1016/j.jenvman.2024.122714
    • Contributors: Stefania Mottola, Gianluca Viscusi, Hebat-Allah S. Tohamy, Mohamed El-Sakhawy, Giuliana Gorrasi, Iolanda De Marco
    • Summary: The article reports on the development of electrospun cellulose acetate membranes enhanced with nitrogen-doped carbon dots, designed for the adsorption of cationic dyes, showcasing potential for water purification applications.
  3. “Development and characterization of fluorescent cellulose succinate hydrogels for efficient chromium adsorption”
    • Journal: Journal of Polymer Research
    • Publication Date: November 2024
    • DOI: 10.1007/s10965-024-04164-4
    • Contributors: Hebat-Allah S. Tohamy, Mohamed El-Sakhawy, Beata Strachota, Silvia Mares Barbosa, Adam Strachota, Samir Kamel
    • Summary: This research focuses on creating fluorescent cellulose succinate hydrogels, demonstrating their efficacy for chromium ion adsorption, and highlighting their potential use in environmental cleanup.
  4. “Antimicrobial Plectranthus amboinicus emulsions prepared with amphiphilic cellulose stearate”
    • Journal: Euro-Mediterranean Journal for Environmental Integration
    • Publication Date: November 5, 2024
    • DOI: 10.1007/s41207-024-00675-0
    • Contributors: Hebat-Allah S. Tohamy, Mohamed El-Sakhawy, Sally A. Abdel-Halim, Hossam M. El-Masry, Mona Mohamed AbdelMohsen
    • Summary: The study investigates the preparation of antimicrobial emulsions using amphiphilic cellulose stearate and extracts from Plectranthus amboinicus, aiming to develop eco-friendly antimicrobial solutions.
  5. “Novel, Speedy, and Eco-Friendly Carboxymethyl Cellulose-Nitrogen Doped Carbon Dots Biosensors with DFT Calculations, Molecular Docking, and Experimental Validation”
    • Journal: Gels
    • Publication Date: October 24, 2024
    • DOI: 10.3390/gels10110686
    • Contributors: Hebat-Allah S. Tohamy
    • Summary: This publication introduces a fast, eco-friendly biosensor based on carboxymethyl cellulose and nitrogen-doped carbon dots. The study includes density functional theory (DFT) calculations, molecular docking, and experimental validation, providing insights into the sensor’s efficiency and accuracy.

Conclusion

Dr. Hebat-Allah S. Tohamy’s work aligns exceptionally well with the core goals of sustainability and environmental stewardship. Her contributions to developing eco-friendly materials from agricultural waste, as well as her significant publication record and respected standing in the field, present a compelling case for her as a deserving recipient of the Best Researcher Award. With further expansion of her research focus and international collaboration, Dr. Tohamy’s contributions are likely to continue growing in impact, making her a fitting and influential leader in her field.