Sharif Iraqu | Material Science | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Sharif Iraqu | Material Science | Best Researcher Award

Indira Gandhi National Tribal University | India

Dr. Sharif Iraqu is a dedicated researcher and academician in the field of Chemistry, currently serving as a Guest Lecturer at the Department of Chemistry, Naveen Government Girls College, Pendra Road, Chhattisgarh. He completed his Ph.D. in Chemistry from Indira Gandhi National Tribal University (a Central University established by an Act of Parliament, Government of India), Amarkantak, Madhya Pradesh, with his doctoral thesis focusing on “Selectivity in metal ion sensing and dye degradation capabilities of chalcopyrite and cadmium sulfide nanoparticles.” He also holds an M.Sc. (2020) and B.Sc. (Hons.) (2018) in Chemistry from the same university. Dr. Iraqu has contributed as a Project Associate at Indira Gandhi National Tribal University under a project funded by the Inter-University Accelerator Centre (IUAC), Delhi, and has been recognized with prestigious fellowships, including the UGC-University Fellowship (2021–2023) and IUAC Project Fellowship (2023–2024). His research primarily centers on the synthesis and characterization of nanomaterials with enhanced functionalities for environmental applications, such as wastewater treatment and pollutant removal. His work encompasses photocatalytic dye degradation, heavy metal ion sensing, insecticide detection, and theoretical studies using Density Functional Theory (DFT) to explore molecular interactions and reactivity. Dr. Iraqu’s future research aims to design functional semiconductor nanomaterials and heterojunction architectures for efficient water purification, environmental remediation, and large-scale photocatalytic applications, bridging theoretical insights with experimental advancements for sustainable technological solutions.

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Featured Publications

"Bi-functional aqueous starch capped CdS quantum dots synthesis and their application as sensor of heavy metal-ions as well as photocatalytic dye degradation, Journal of Molecular Liquids, Sajiya Iraqui; Arati Dubey; Irudhayaraj Savarimuthu; Ajay Shankar; Adhish Jaiswal; Indra Bahadur; Imran Uddin; Faruq Mohammad, 2023"

Saeedeh Kamali | Atmospheric Science | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Saeedeh Kamali | Atmospheric Science | Best Researcher Award

Researcher at Atmospheric Science & Meteorological Research Center (ASMERC) , Iran

Dr. Saeedeh Kamali is an accomplished Iranian researcher affiliated with the Atmospheric Science & Meteorological Research Center (ASMERC), Tehran. With a robust academic background and years of experience in atmospheric and environmental sciences, she is widely recognized for her research contributions in climate modeling, air quality assessment, and environmental monitoring. Dr. Kamali actively collaborates on multidisciplinary projects that intersect meteorology, climate change, and sustainability.

🔹Professional Profile:

Google Scholar Profile

🎓Education Background

  • Ph.D. in Atmospheric Sciences – Islamic Azad University, Science and Research Branch, Tehran, Iran

  • M.Sc. in Meteorology – Islamic Azad University, Science and Research Branch, Tehran, Iran

  • B.Sc. in Physics – Shahid Chamran University of Ahvaz, Iran

💼 Professional Development

Dr. Kamali is currently serving as a Researcher at the Atmospheric Science & Meteorological Research Center (ASMERC) in Tehran. She has over a decade of experience in environmental modeling, weather forecasting, air quality assessment, and climate studies. Her work integrates remote sensing data, numerical weather prediction models, and statistical analysis to address pressing environmental issues affecting the region and beyond.

🔬Research Focus

Dr. Kamali’s research interests include:

  • Atmospheric and Climate Modeling

  • Environmental and Earth System Sciences

  • Air Quality Monitoring and Forecasting

  • Climate Change Impacts and Adaptation Strategies

  • Remote Sensing and GIS in Meteorological Applications

📈Author Metrics:

According to her Google Scholar profile:

  • Citations: 261+

  • h-index: 9

  • i10-index: 8 These metrics reflect her growing influence in atmospheric sciences and environmental research, with publications in reputed journals and consistent citation by peers.

🏆Awards and Honors:

Dr. Kamali has been selected as an Awardee for the NSGA 2025 – International Research Awards on Network Science and Graph Analytics, recognizing her pioneering research in atmospheric science and her contributions to network-based modeling of environmental systems. She has also received national recognition in Iran for her impactful studies on climate resilience and air pollution dynamics.

📝Publication Top Notes

1. Investigating the Trend Changes in Temperature Extreme Indices in Iran

  • Authors: Saeedeh Kamali, Ebrahim Fattahi, Mohammad Habibi

  • Journal: Atmosphere (MDPI)

  • Volume & Issue: 16(4), Article 483

  • Year: 2025

  • DOI: 10.3390/atmos16040483

  • Type: Journal Article

  • Summary: The paper analyzes long-term changes in temperature extreme indices using observational climate data across Iran, offering key insights into regional climate variability and its implications.

2. Investigating the Spatiotemporal Variation in Extreme Precipitation Indices in Iran from 1990 to 2020

  • Authors: Ebrahim Fattahi, Saeedeh Kamali, Ebrahim Asadi Oskouei, Mohammad Habibi

  • Journal: Water (MDPI)

  • Volume & Issue: 17(8), Article 1227

  • Year: 2025

  • DOI: 10.3390/w17081227

  • Type: Journal Article

  • Summary: This study examines the spatial and temporal variations in extreme precipitation indices across Iran over a 30-year period, using regional gridded datasets and statistical trend analysis.

3. An Overview of Meteorological Services, Challenges and Solutions in the Agricultural Sector to Reduce Vulnerability in Climate Change Conditions

  • Authors: Morteza Pakdaman, Ebrahim Asadi Oskouei

  • Journal: Journal of Water and Soil Resources Conservation

  • Volume & Issue: 14(2), pp. 127–141

  • Year: 2024

  • Type: Journal Article

  • Summary: The paper provides a comprehensive review of meteorological services tailored to agriculture, analyzing their limitations and suggesting actionable solutions under climate change scenarios.

4. Evaluation of Quantile Mapping Methods in Bias Correction of the TRMM Satellite’s Estimated Precipitation Data During Vegetation Growth Period (Apr–Oct) in Kermanshah Province

  • Authors: Javad Bazrafshan, Zohreh Aghashariatmadary, Saeedeh Kamali

  • Journal: Journal of Agricultural Meteorology

  • Volume & Issue: 10(2), pp. 4–16

  • Year: 2023

  • Type: Journal Article

  • Summary: This research assesses multiple quantile mapping techniques for bias correction of TRMM precipitation data during the agricultural season, improving the utility of satellite rainfall data for local-scale farming applications.

5. Evaluation of SHArP Weather Generator for Simulation of Air Temperature Data in Several Climates of Iran

  • Authors: Saeedeh Kamali, Naser Ghahreman, Mahdi Ghamghami

  • Journal: Journal of Agricultural Meteorology

  • Volume & Issue: 9(2), pp. 4–14

  • Year: 2021

  • Type: Journal Article

  • Summary: This study evaluates the SHArP stochastic weather generator’s performance in replicating air temperature characteristics across various Iranian climates, aimed at supporting agricultural modeling and climate risk analysis.

Conclusion:

Dr. Saeedeh Kamali stands out as a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award under the NSGA 2025 theme. Her work addresses critical challenges in climate variability, extreme weather, and environmental adaptation, with robust academic output and real-world application. By incorporating deeper network science methodologies and expanding her global footprint through collaborations, she could further elevate her impact on the international stage.

✅ Recommendation: Highly Recommended for the Best Researcher Award – NSGA 2025