Academic Chemistry Award Archives

Ruby Ahmed | Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Published-on 29/09/202529/09/2025 by Indian Scientist

Shibli National College, Azamgarh | India

Dr. Ruby Ahmed is an accomplished Associate Professor with a strong academic background in chemistry, holding advanced degrees culminating in a PhD focused on chemosensors. Her academic journey includes rigorous education in chemical sciences followed by post-doctoral and faculty roles in synthesis, structural analysis and sensor development. With over a dozen peer-reviewed publications in high-impact journals, her scholarly output includes experimental and modeling studies on fluorophore-based detection of nitroaromatic compounds, conductive polymer–based gas sensors, and crystal structure analyses toward environmental pollutant sensing. Her work has attracted several dozen citations and recognition among peers, with approximately thirty-seven citations recorded across eleven documents on research platforms, suggesting an estimated h-index in the range of 5 to 6. Her research interests center on chemosensors, nanocomposites, crystal engineering and environmental pollutant detection. In addition to research, she has served in key administrative and leadership roles—heading a chemistry department, convening university-level committees, organizing boards of studies and doctoral committees, and reviewing articles for Springer Nature. She has also acted as principal investigator on regional research funding projects. Her contributions have earned institutional recognition. Dr. Ahmed continues to advance interdisciplinary research in functional materials for sustainable sensing applications, mentoring students and shaping curricula. She remains dedicated to translating fundamental chemistry into practical environmental technologies.

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Featured Publication

Ahmed, R., Ali, F., Alam, M. J., Tameem, M., Ali, A., Ahmad, M., & Khan, M. A. (2025). Fluorescence quenching aptitude of carbazole for the detection of nitro-aromatics: A comprehensive experimental analysis and computational studies validation. RSC Advances, 15.

Neeraj Kumari | Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Published-on 23/09/202526/09/2025 by Indian Scientist

K. R. Mangalam University, Gurugram | India

Dr. Neeraj Kumari is a passionate Assistant Professor in Inorganic and Environmental Chemistry, with extensive teaching and supervisory experience in undergraduate and postgraduate education. With an h-index of 11 and approximately 844 citations (including ~604 since recently), Dr. Kumari’s research profile demonstrates consistent scholarly impact. She earned her doctoral degree in analytical chemistry, focusing on the use of natural clay minerals in the synthesis of nanopigments, followed by advanced study in inorganic chemistry and science education. In her academic career she has designed curricula, guided B.Sc., M.Sc., and doctoral theses, and developed students’ reading, writing, and analytical skills. Her principal research interests include water purification, clay-polymer nanocomposites, nanopigments in polymer matrices, and metal oxide nanomaterials for environmental applications. She has played a leading role in organizing two international conferences on sustainable materials and green chemistry, and delivered invited lectures and keynote talks at global summits and FDPs on topics such as nanomaterials, dye degradation, and sustainable engineering. Dr. Kumari’s awards for excellence include national recognition for teaching and social leadership, as well as honours in community service. Her contributions span academia, research, mentoring, and outreach. Overall, she remains dedicated to fostering innovation, sustainability, and student success in chemistry and environmental science.

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Featured Publications

Kumari, N., & Chandra, M. (2021). Basics of clay minerals and their characteristic properties. Clay and Clay Minerals. Cited by 515.

Mohan, N., Robinson, C., Vodwal, J., & Kumari, L. (2023). Sustainable development goals for addressing environmental challenges. In Green chemistry approaches to environmental sustainability (pp. 367–374). Cited by 51.

Robinson, J., Kumari, N., Srivastava, V. K., Taskaeva, N., & Mohan, C. (2022). Sustainable and environmental friendly energy materials. Materials Today: Proceedings, 69, 494–498. Cited by 35.

Kumari, N., Mohan, C., & Negi, A. (2023). An investigative study on the structural, thermal and mechanical properties of clay-based PVC polymer composite films. Polymers, 15(8), 1922. Cited by 30.

Mohan, C., Kumar, V., Kumari, N., Kumari, S., Yadav, J., Gandass, T., & Yadav, S. (2020). Synthesis, characterization and antibacterial activity of semicarbazide based Schiff bases and their Pb (II), Zr (IV) and U (VI) complexes. Advances in Journal of Chemistry, Section B, 2, 187–196. Cited by 26.

Sankargaensh Murugesan | Bioinorganic Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Published-on 11/09/202511/09/2025 by Indian Scientist

Saveetha School of Engineering | India

Dr. M. Sankarganesh is a dedicated academician and researcher in the field of chemistry, specializing in coordination chemistry, bioinorganic chemistry, green synthesis, and nanoparticle synthesis. He has built a strong reputation through his extensive contributions to teaching and research, authoring numerous high-impact publications and guiding scholars. His work has focused on the synthesis of ligands, metal complexes, and nanoparticles with significant biological and biomedical applications. With an outstanding record of academic service, editorial responsibilities, and research output, he continues to contribute actively to the advancement of chemical sciences. His commitment reflects a blend of scholarly excellence and professional leadership.

Professional Profile

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Education

Dr. M. Sankarganesh pursued his undergraduate and postgraduate studies in chemistry from reputed institutions in Tamil Nadu, where he developed his foundational expertise in chemical sciences. He further advanced his academic journey by completing doctoral research in chemistry, focusing on synthesis, DNA interaction, and antitumor studies involving pyrimidine derivatives and metal complexes. His academic training was complemented by post-doctoral research at a premier institute in India, where he explored ligand and metal complex synthesis with advanced applications. Throughout his academic path, he has been mentored by eminent professors and contributed to impactful research outcomes, enriching his expertise in chemical sciences.

Professional Experience

Dr. Sankarganesh has significant teaching and research experience across reputed academic and research institutions. He has served as Assistant Professor in leading engineering and technology colleges, where he taught chemistry, environmental science, and related subjects while mentoring undergraduate and postgraduate students. His professional journey also includes post-doctoral research fellowship at a premier institute, contributing to advanced projects in ligand synthesis and bioinorganic chemistry. In addition, he has taken leadership roles as department head, placement coordinator, course manager, and academic advisor. He has also been actively involved in accreditation, research coordination, laboratory management, and organizing conferences and workshops in chemical sciences.

Awards and Recognition

Dr. Sankarganesh has received multiple honors for his academic and research contributions. He has been recognized with an outstanding doctoral fellowship award by international research organizations. His expertise is further acknowledged through editorial board memberships in reputed journals under Springer Nature, SAGE, and other publishers, as well as associate editor roles in multidisciplinary journals. He has also served as an editor for academic book projects and global researcher associations. In addition, he has been invited to review numerous scientific journals and conferences, further reflecting his academic credibility. These recognitions underline his growing impact in the scientific and academic community.

Research Skills

Dr. Sankarganesh possesses strong research expertise in inorganic and bioinorganic chemistry, coordination chemistry, green synthesis, and nanoparticle synthesis. His doctoral and post-doctoral research centered on ligand design, metal complex formation, and their biological applications, including DNA and protein interactions, anticancer studies, and catalytic properties. He is proficient in advanced analytical and spectroscopic techniques, as well as in nanomaterial synthesis and characterization methods such as SEM and TEM. His work spans interdisciplinary themes connecting chemistry with medicine and environmental science. With extensive publications, patents, book chapters, and conference presentations, he has established himself as a versatile and innovative researcher.

Notable Publications

Synthesis, spectral, DFT calculation, sensor, antimicrobial and DNA binding studies of Co(II), Cu(II) and Zn(II) metal complexes with 2-amino benzimidazole Schiff base
Author: MK R. Kalarani, M. Sankarganesh, G.G. Vinoth Kumar
Journal: Journal of Molecular Structure, 127725
Year: 2020
Citations: 155

Synthesis, characterization, DNA interaction, BSA/HSA binding activities of VO (IV), Cu (II) and Zn (II) Schiff base complexes and its molecular docking with biomolecules
Author: S Gurusamy, K Krishnaveni, M Sankarganesh, RN Asha, A Mathavan
Journal: Journal of Molecular Liquids 345, 117045
Year: 2022
Citations: 114

Biologically Active Cu(II), Co(II), Ni(II) and Zn(II) Complexes of Pyrimidine Derivative Schiff Base: DNA Binding, Antioxidant, Antibacterial and In Vitro Anticancer Studies
Author: JDR Nagaraj Revathi, Murugesan Sankarganesh, Jegathalaprathaban Rajesh
Journal: Journal of Fluorescence 27 (5), 1801-1814
Year: 2017
Citations: 83

A Schiff base receptor as fluorescence turn-on sensor for Ni2+ ions in live cells and logic gate application
Author: GS G.G. Vinoth Kumar, M.P. Kesavan, M. Sankarganesh, K. Sakthipandi, J. Rajesh
Journal: New Journal of Chemistry 42, 2865-2873
Year: 2018
Citations: 78

Gold(III) complex from pyrimidine and morpholine analogue Schiff base ligand: Synthesis, characterization, DFT, TDDFT, catalytic, anticancer, molecular modeling with DNA and …
Author: RSK Murugesan Sankarganesh, Jeyaraj Dhaveethu Raja, Nagaraj Revathi
Journal: Journal of Molecular Liquids
Year: 2019
Citations: 75

Conclusion

Dr. Sankarganesh’s academic and research journey exemplifies commitment, innovation, and scholarly leadership in chemistry. His contributions extend from classroom teaching to high-quality research, editorial roles, and mentoring of scholars. With expertise spanning inorganic, bioinorganic, and nanochemistry, his work addresses significant challenges in biomedical and environmental applications. His recognition by international publishers, editorial boards, and research associations highlights his professional stature. By combining teaching excellence with impactful research, he continues to inspire students and contribute to advancing scientific knowledge. His career reflects not only academic achievement but also the pursuit of creating meaningful societal and scientific outcomes.