Han Jin | Experimental Methods | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Han Jin | Experimental Methods | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Han Jin, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, China

Prof. Han Jin is the Vice President of the School of Sensing Science and Engineering at Shanghai Jiao Tong University, China. He is recognized as one of the Top Young Talents under China’s National Ten Thousand Talents Plan. Prof. Jin has a strong academic background, having completed his BSc and MChem at the University of Science and Technology of China and his PhD at Kyushu University, Japan. His research focuses on advanced sensor technologies, including electrochemical and optoelectronic sensors for environmental and medical applications. Prof. Jin has received numerous accolades for his contributions to sensor innovation and interdisciplinary research.

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Educational Details

Prof. Han Jin is an accomplished researcher and associate professor at Shanghai Jiao Tong University, China. He holds a BSc in Applied Chemistry (2007) and an MChem in Nuclear Science and Technology (2009), both from the University of Science and Technology of China. He completed his PhD at Kyushu University, Japan (2012), with a thesis focused on zirconia-based electrochemical gas sensors using a manganese oxide reference electrode.

Professional Experience

Since 2016, Prof. Jin has been an associate professor at Shanghai Jiao Tong University, where he leads research projects in chemical and sensory technologies, focusing on innovative sensor designs and clinical drug trials. His academic duties also include extensive teaching and student mentorship, active participation in university councils, and curriculum development. Previously, he worked as a postdoctoral fellow at the Technion-Israel Institute of Technology (2015-2016), where he advanced early cancer detection methods and non-invasive diagnostics through intelligent sensory devices.

Research Interests

Prof. Jin’s research spans chemical sensor technology, materials chemistry, and medical diagnostics. He specializes in developing high-sensitivity, selective sensors for volatile organic compounds, leveraging advancements in nanotechnology and electrochemical methods for applications in environmental monitoring, medical diagnostics, and industrial safety.

Patents

Prof. Jin holds multiple patents, including a “Preparation Method of Indium Oxide with Stable Morphology and Application” (US 202117483124A) and a “Method for Detecting Organic Volatile Compounds Using Zirconium-based Sensor” (AUS 1732461). His patented work emphasizes innovative sensor materials and methods, from detecting organic compounds in water to creating sensors for hazardous environmental gases and biomedical applications.

Honors and Awards

Prof. Jin has received prestigious recognitions, including the Top Young Talent Award under China’s National Ten Thousand Talents Plan (2023), the China Industry-University-Research Collaboration Innovation Award (2022), and the IAAM Young Scientist Medal in Sweden (2021). These accolades underscore his significant contributions to sensor technology and innovation.

Top Notable Publications

Wang, J., Ni, Y., Li, X., … Zou, J., Jian, J. (2024). Enhancement of nitric oxide sensing performance via oxygen vacancy promotion on strontium-doped LaFeO3 perovskites. Sensors and Actuators B: Chemical, 417, 136157.

Hung, N.P., Van Duy, N., Xuan, C.T., … Jin, H., Hoa, N.D. (2024). Enhanced acetone gas-sensing characteristics of Pd-NiO nanorods/SnO2 nanowires sensors. RSC Advances, 14(18), 12438–12448, 01265.

Zhang, Y., Yao, H., Xue, C., … Jin, H., Cui, D. (2024). Au Nanostars Coated with a Thin Film of MIL-100 (Fe) for SERS-Based Sensing of Volatile Organic Compound Indicators in Saliva. ACS Applied Nano Materials, 7(3), 2735–2743.

Kononov, A., Ganeev, A., Jahatspanian, I., … Jin, H., Vasiliev, A. (2023). Accuracy calibration transfer between multi-sensor systems based on metal-oxide gas sensors used for analysis of exhaled air. Results in Chemistry, 6, 101188.

Xu, Y., Liu, Z., Lin, J., … Wang, Y., Jin, H. (2023). Integrated Smart Gas Tracking Device with Artificially Tailored Selectivity for Real-Time Monitoring Food Freshness. Sensors, 23(19), 8109.

Jouyban-Gharamaleki, V., Jin, H., Jouyban, A., Soleymani, J. (2023). The influence of advanced materials on the analytical performance of semiconductor-based gas sensors. Physical Chemistry Chemical Physics, 25(35), 23358–23369.

Zhang, Y., Xue, C., Xu, Y., … Jin, H., Cui, D. (2023). Metal-organic frameworks based surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy technique for ultra-sensitive biomedical trace detection. Nano Research, 16(2), 2968–2979.

Conclusion

Prof. Han Jin’s innovative research, substantial contributions to sensor technology, and global recognition make him an outstanding contender for the Research for Best Researcher Award. His work has significantly impacted both scientific communities and society, making him a role model for future researchers striving for excellence and innovation. Prof. Jin’s career embodies the ideals of continuous growth, interdisciplinary research, and global collaboration—qualities that the Research for Best Researcher Award seeks to recognize.

 

 

 

 

Dipesh Khanal | Experimental Methods | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Dipesh Khanal | Experimental Methods | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Dipesh Khanal, The University of Sydney, Australia

Dr. Dipesh Khanal is a Postdoctoral Fellow and Nano-characterisation theme leader at the University of Sydney’s Pharmacy School. He earned his Ph.D. in Pharmaceutics from the same institution in 2018 and holds a Master of Pharmacy from Kathmandu University, Nepal, where he graduated Magna Cum Laude. Dr. Khanal specializes in nano-characterisation, pulmonary formulations, and advanced drug delivery systems. His research is funded by prestigious bodies like the US FDA, and he has been recognized with awards for his contributions to nanoscale toxicology and aerosol drug delivery.

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Educational Details

Dr. Dipesh Khanal is a Postdoctoral Fellow and Nano-characterisation theme leader at the Advanced Drug Delivery Group, Sydney Pharmacy School, The University of Sydney. He holds a Ph.D. in Pharmaceutics from The University of Sydney (2014-2018) and a Master of Pharmacy (Magna Cum Laude) from Kathmandu University, Nepal (2009-2011), where he was the batch topper. He earned his Bachelor of Pharmacy from the same institution in 2006.

Professional Experience

Dr. Khanal has been a postdoctoral fellow since 2018, where he has played a pivotal role in advancing nano-characterisation and biopharmaceutical formulations. His expertise includes particle production techniques like spray drying, lyophilization, and air jet milling. He has developed advanced analytical techniques such as AFM-IR spectroscopy and optical photothermal infrared spectroscopy for nanoparticle characterization. Dr. Khanal has successfully secured competitive funding, including grants from the US FDA, ARC, and NSW funding bodies. He has co-supervised two PhD students and managed high-impact research projects, particularly in pulmonary formulations, aerosol characterization, and bacteriophage tablet formulation.

Research Interest

Dr. Khanal specializes in nano-characterisation, nanotechnology in drug delivery, pulmonary formulations, and the mechanical analysis of nanoparticles. His research explores aerosol delivery systems, nanotoxicity assessment, and the development of analytical methods to characterize drug nanocrystals within liposomes.

Grants and Awards

2023 Provost’s CAPEX Fund: AUD 756,000 for a Multimodal, Correlative, and Multiscale Characterisation Platform.

2022 US FDA Research Support: USD 1.25 million for nanospectroscopy and nano-thermal analysis of drug aerosols.

2019 Sydney Nano Publication Award: For a paper on nanodiamond particles and nanotoxicity assessment.

2018 Nanoscale Horizons Outstanding Paper Award: For nanoscale characterization using AFM-IR spectroscopy.

2017 Award for reducing the use of animals in research via 3D scaffold-free liver models for nanotoxicity studies.

Top Notable Publications

Khanal, D., Cao, Y., Tai, W., & Kim Chan, H. (2024). O-PTIR spectroscopy for characterizing active pharmaceutical ingredient specific particle size distributions of nasal spray suspension products. International Journal of Pharmaceutics, 664, 124653.

Zhang, J., Khanal, D., Chan, H.-K., & Banaszak Holl, M.M. (2024). Nanoscale colocalized thermal and chemical mapping of pharmaceutical powder aerosols. International Journal of Pharmaceutics, 656, 124116.

Cao, Y., Khanal, D., Kim, J., Banaszak Holl, M.M., & Chan, H.-K. (2023). Stability of bacteriophages in organic solvents for formulations. International Journal of Pharmaceutics, 646, 123505.

Wang, Y., Khanal, D., Alreja, A.B., Britton, W.J., & Chan, H.-K. (2023). Bacteriophage endolysin powders for inhaled delivery against pulmonary infections. International Journal of Pharmaceutics, 635, 122679.

Khanal, D., Kim, J., Zhang, J., Holl, M.M.B., & Chan, H.-K. (2023). Optical photothermal infrared spectroscopy for nanochemical analysis of pharmaceutical dry powder aerosols. International Journal of Pharmaceutics, 632, 122563.

Zhang, J., Khanal, D., & Banaszak Holl, M.M. (2023). Applications of AFM-IR for drug delivery vector characterization: infrared, thermal, and mechanical characterization at the nanoscale. Advanced Drug Delivery Reviews, 192, 114646.

Albariqi, A.H., Ke, W.-R., Khanal, D., Drago, J., & Chan, H.-K. (2022). Preparation and characterization of inhalable ivermectin powders as a potential COVID-19 therapy. Journal of Aerosol Medicine and Pulmonary Drug Delivery, 35(5), 239–251.

Global Collaboration and Leadership

He has established successful collaborations with regulatory authorities like the US FDA, academic partners globally, and industries. His role in leading research teams, managing significant projects, and fostering collaborations reflects his leadership and organizational capabilities, which are critical attributes for this award.

Conclusion

Dr. Dipesh Khanal’s profound contributions to nanotechnology, drug delivery systems, and his leadership in pharmaceutical research make him an excellent contender for the Research for Best Researcher Award. His work not only demonstrates scientific innovation but also holds real-world applicability in medicine, regulatory science, and industrial research. His accomplishments align well with the award’s emphasis on research innovation, publication record, and community impact.