Safia Taleb | Organic Chemistry | Lifetime Achievement Award

Prof. Safia Taleb | Organic Chemistry | Lifetime Achievement Award

Professor Dr. at Djillali Liabès University, Algeria

Professor Safia Taleb is a distinguished academic and Deputy Director at D. LIABES University, Faculty of Exact Sciences, Chemistry Department in Algeria. 📍 With a strong background in organic and analytical chemistry, she served as Head of the Laboratory of Materials & Catalysis (LMC) from 2010 to 2022 🔬. She earned her Doctorate in Organic Chemistry from the Catholic University of Louvain (Belgium) 🇧🇪 and has been actively engaged in research on water quality, catalysis, clay materials, and eco-friendly waste treatment 🌍♻️. Professor Taleb has published impactful international papers and continues to lead innovative work in chemistry. Her career reflects dedication, scientific excellence, and a passion for sustainable solutions. 📚🌱

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🎓 Education and Experience 

  • 🎓 1970: Baccalaureate of Applied Sciences – Mostaganem, Algeria

  • 🎓 1974: Licence in Physical Sciences (Chemistry) – University of Es-Sénia, Oran

  • 🎓 1975: D.E.A. in Organic Chemistry – University of Es-Sénia, Oran

  • 🎓 1981: Doctorate in Organic Chemistry – Catholic University of Louvain (UCL), Belgium 🇧🇪

  • 📜 1988: Algerian Equivalence of Belgian Doctorate

  • 👩‍🏫 1989–Present: Professor & Deputy Director – D. LIABES University

  • 🧪 2010–2022: Head of the Laboratory of Materials & Catalysis (LMC)

🚀 Professional Development 

🔬 Over four decades, Professor Safia Taleb has cultivated expertise in organic and analytical chemistry, particularly in addressing environmental challenges 🌊. As a leader at the Laboratory of Materials & Catalysis, she fostered interdisciplinary collaborations, advanced eco-friendly materials, and mentored generations of chemists 👩‍🏫. She has co-authored several international publications in indexed journals, reflecting her global engagement 🌍. A strong advocate for sustainable development, she explores natural clay-based adsorbents and recycling strategies for agro-industrial waste ♻️. Her experience spans academia, research leadership, and international cooperation, positioning her as a key figure in Algeria’s scientific community 🇩🇿.

🔬 Research Focus 

Professor Safia Taleb’s research is centered on environmental chemistry and sustainable technologies 🌿. Her focus includes water quality monitoring, wastewater treatment, natural clay-based materials, catalysis, and recycling of agri-food waste 💧🧪. Her innovative approach to recycling used vegetable oils, removing humic acid using Moringa-functionalized biochar, and olive mill wastewater treatment demonstrates a commitment to environmental preservation 🌱. She leverages the surface and ion-exchange properties of local clays for pollutant removal, contributing significantly to green chemistry and eco-materials research ♻️. With a deep interest in sustainable resource management, she continues to develop practical solutions to ecological issues through interdisciplinary collaborations 🔍.

🏆 Awards and Honors 

  • 🏅 1988: Algerian Equivalence Recognition of Belgian Doctorate

  • 👩‍🔬 Over 30 years of distinguished academic service

  • 🏆 12 years of leadership as Head of the Laboratory of Materials & Catalysis (2010–2022)

  • 📚 Multiple publications in renowned international journals

Publication Top Notes

1. Decoloration of Waste Cooking Oil by Maghnia Algerian Clays via Ion Exchange and Surface Adsorption

  • Journal: ChemEngineering

  • Date: 2025-05-16

  • DOI: 10.3390/chemengineering9030050

  • Summary: Investigates how Maghnia clay removes color and impurities from waste cooking oil through ion exchange and adsorption mechanisms.


2. Temperature and pH Influence on Diuron Adsorption by Algerian Mont-Na Clay

  • Journal: International Journal of Environmental Analytical Chemistry

  • Date: 2024-08-08

  • DOI: 10.1080/03067319.2022.2060093

  • Summary: Examines how temperature and pH affect the adsorption of the herbicide Diuron onto Montmorillonite clay.


3. Combined Ozonation Process and Adsorption onto Bentonite for o-Cresol Elimination

  • Journal: International Journal of Environmental Analytical Chemistry

  • Date: 2023-04-09

  • DOI: 10.1080/03067319.2020.1865335

  • Summary: Combines advanced oxidation (ozonation) with adsorption to efficiently remove o-Cresol from wastewater.


4. High Adsorption Capacity of Thermally Treated Solid Olive Wastes for Olive Mill Wastewater

  • Journal: Environmental Quality Management

  • Date: 2022-06

  • DOI: 10.1002/tqem.21823

  • Summary: Highlights the potential of using agricultural waste as an eco-friendly adsorbent for treating effluents from olive oil production.


5. Heterogeneous Catalytic Degradation of Diuron Using Algerian Sodium Montmorillonite

  • Journal: CLEAN – Soil, Air, Water

  • Date: 2022-02

  • DOI: 10.1002/clen.202000468

  • Summary: Focuses on catalytic degradation techniques using local montmorillonite for herbicide removal.


6. Variation of Used Vegetable Oils’ Composition upon Treatment with Algerian Clays

  • Journal: Recycling

  • Date: 2021-10-19

  • DOI: 10.3390/recycling6040068

  • Summary: Demonstrates how Algerian clays alter the chemical composition of used cooking oils during purification.


7. Synthesis and Characterization of an Adsorbent Material: Application to Textile Dye Elimination

  • Journal: Materials Today: Proceedings

  • Date: 2021-08

  • DOI: 10.1016/j.matpr.2021.08.105

  • Summary: Discusses a novel adsorbent synthesized for efficient removal of dyes from textile wastewater.


8. Performance of NF90 and NF270 Nanofiltration Membranes in Defluoridation of Algerian Brackish Water

  • Journal: Desalination and Water Treatment

  • Date: 2021

  • DOI: 10.5004/dwt.2021.26680

  • Summary: Evaluates membrane performance for fluoride removal from brackish water in Algeria.


9. Fe-Pillared Bentonite for Coomassie Blue Dye Removal

  • Journal: Research on Chemical Intermediates

  • Date: 2020-11

  • DOI: 10.1007/s11164-020-04236-2

  • Summary: Explores enhanced dye removal using iron-pillared bentonite, a modified clay material.


10. Lead and Cadmium Removal by Adsorption Process Using Hydroxyapatite Porous Materials

  • Journal: Water Practice and Technology

  • Date: 2020-03-01

  • DOI: 10.2166/wpt.2020.003

  • Summary: Explores the efficiency of hydroxyapatite (HAp) porous materials in removing toxic metals (Pb and Cd) from water by adsorption.


11. Mechanism Study of Metal Ion Adsorption on Porous Hydroxyapatite: Experiments and Modeling

  • Journal: Canadian Journal of Chemistry

  • Date: 2020-02

  • DOI: 10.1139/cjc-2019-0315

  • Summary: Investigates the adsorption mechanism of metal ions onto hydroxyapatite through both experimental approaches and adsorption isotherm modeling.


12. Catalytic Degradation of o-Cresol Using H₂O₂ onto Algerian Clay-Na

  • Journal: Water Environment Research

  • Date: 2019-02

  • DOI: 10.1002/wer.1022

  • Summary: Utilizes hydrogen peroxide and sodium-modified Algerian clay for catalytic breakdown of the organic pollutant o-Cresol in wastewater.


13. Assessment of the Potential Mobility of Copper in Contaminated Soil Samples by Column Leaching Test

  • Journal: Eurasian Journal of Soil Science (EJSS)

  • Date: 2019-01-01

  • DOI: 10.18393/ejss.485939

  • Summary: Evaluates how easily copper can leach from contaminated soils under simulated environmental conditions.


14. Nanofiltration Performance for Synthetic and Natural Water Defluorination: Application to South-Algeria Groundwater

  • Book: Proceedings of the Third International Symposium on Materials and Sustainable Development

  • Publisher: Springer

  • Date: 2018

  • DOI: 10.1007/978-3-319-89707-3_53

  • Summary: Investigates the use of nanofiltration membranes for fluoride removal from both synthetic and natural water sources in Southern Algeria.


15. Nanofiltration Performance for Synthetic and Natural Water Defluorination: Application to South-Algeria Groundwater

  • Book Chapter: Proceedings of the Third International Symposium on Materials and Sustainable Development

  • Year: 2018

  • DOI: 10.1007/978-3-319-89707-3_53

  • Summary: Presents the effectiveness of nanofiltration membranes in defluoridating Algerian groundwater, highlighting its potential for drinking water purification in fluoride-affected areas.

Conclusion

Professor Safia Taleb’s distinguished academic career, visionary leadership, and impactful research on sustainable environmental solutions strongly justify her nomination for a Lifetime Achievement Award. Her contributions span scientific innovation, capacity building, and environmental stewardship—hallmarks of a legacy that deserves national and international recognition.

Baitollah Badarloo | Structural engineering | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Baitollah Badarloo | Structural engineering | Best Researcher Award

Faculty member at Qom University of Technology, Iran

Dr. Baitollah Badarloo 🇮🇷 is an accomplished civil engineer and academic at Qom University of Technology 🏛️, specializing in structural and seismic engineering 🌍. With a Ph.D. in Structural Engineering from Tarbiat Modares University 🎓, his research dives deep into masonry structures and their dynamic behavior during earthquakes 🌐. Fluent in Persian 🇮🇷, Turkish 🇹🇷, and English 🇬🇧, he passionately contributes to enhancing building safety and resilience 🏗️. A married family man 💍, he actively studies retrofitting and FRP technologies to safeguard infrastructure. His scholarly work is recognized for its innovative insights and dedication to public safety and engineering advancement 🏅.

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📚 Education & Experience 

  • 🎓 Ph.D. in Civil Engineering – Structural Engineering (2010)
    Tarbiat Modares University, Tehran, Iran
    📜 Thesis: “Failure criteria of brick masonry based on biaxial tests”

  • 🎓 M.Sc. in Civil Engineering – Structural Engineering (2004)
    Tarbiat Modares University, Tehran, Iran
    📜 Thesis: “Nonlinear dynamic behavior of eccentric braced frames”

  • 🎓 B.Sc. in Civil Engineering (2002)
    Shahid Chamran University, Ahvaz, Iran

  • 👨‍🏫 Academic Staff at Qom University of Technology
    Focused on teaching and research in seismic behavior and structural retrofitting.

💼 Professional Development 

Dr. Badarloo has consistently advanced his professional expertise through rigorous research 🧪, collaboration with experts 👨‍🔬, and academic contributions 📖. He actively engages in the study of structural performance under seismic loads ⚡, with a focus on improving existing infrastructure through innovative technologies like FRP 🧵 and retrofitting methods 🏗️. Through supervising students, publishing research 📚, and participating in civil engineering seminars 🌐, he maintains a cutting-edge knowledge base in seismic engineering. He also emphasizes experimental methodologies and computational modeling 🖥️ in his projects. His strong academic background enables him to deliver impactful solutions for real-world structural challenges 🌍.

🔍 Research Focus 

Dr. Badarloo’s research lies at the intersection of structural engineering and earthquake engineering 🏗️🌍. His key interests include the seismic behavior of masonry buildings 🧱, nonlinear dynamic analysis 🌀, and the use of Fiber-Reinforced Polymers (FRP) for structural strengthening 🧵. He also works on developing innovative criteria for assessing failure in masonry under multi-axial stresses ⚙️. Dr. Badarloo’s work contributes to enhancing building safety in seismic zones 🌐 and aims to retrofit vulnerable structures to withstand future quakes 🛠️. His contributions are essential for developing cost-effective and resilient infrastructure in earthquake-prone regions 🌏.

🏆 Awards & Honors 

  • 🏅 Ph.D. Dissertation Grade: 19.00 / 20.00 – Recognized for outstanding doctoral research

  • 🎖️ M.Sc. Dissertation Grade: 18.50 / 20.00 – Awarded for excellence in graduate research

  • 🏅 Consistent High Academic GPA across all degrees, reflecting academic excellence

Publication Top Notes

  1. Mechanical performance of heavy concrete with barite against sulfuric acid rain

  2. The Effect of Scrap Tires and Reclaimed Asphalt Pavement on the Behavior of Stone Columns

  3. Optimal Quantity Investigation of Metakaolin and Silica Fume in Production of Durable Acid Resistance Alkali Activated Slag Concrete

  4. Practical Aspects of Correlation Analysis of Compressive Strength from Destructive and Non-Destructive Methods in Different Directions

  5. Investigating the Effects of Concrete Mix Design on the Environmental Impacts of Reinforced Concrete Structures

  6. Correlation study of physical and mechanical properties of concretes with crushed LCD glass

  7. Nonlinear finite element analysis and parametric study of executable RCS connections

  8. Nonlinear forced vibration analysis of laminated composite doubly-curved shells enriched by nanocomposites incorporating foundation and thermal effects

  9. Mechanical Properties and Gamma Radiation Transmission Rate of Heavyweight Concrete Containing Barite Aggregates

  10. Geometrically nonlinear electro-thermo-static analysis of piezoelectric/CNT/GPL/fibre/polymer sandwich panels with double curvature resting on elastic foundation

  11. Numerical and experimental investigation on the modified of hot mix asphalt concrete containing crumb rubber and waste pet

  12. Development and design of a new self-centering energy-dissipative brace for steel structures

  13. Finite Element Analysis and ANFIS investigation of seismic behavior of sandwich panels with different concrete material in two story steel building

  14. A Numerical study on the effect of position and number of openings on the performance of composite steel shear walls

  15. Failure Criteria of Unreinforced Grouted Brick Masonry Based on a Biaxial Compression Test

    • Journal: Scientia Iranica

    • Publication Year: 2009

Conclusion

Dr. Baitollah Badarloo demonstrates strong academic credentials, relevant and high-impact research, and a clear focus on improving structural resilience, especially under seismic loads. His specialization in masonry behavior, dynamic structural analysis, and retrofitting with FRP supports both academic advancement and practical engineering applications.

Boguslaw Buszewski | Analytical Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Boguslaw Buszewski | Analytical Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Head at prof. Jab Czochralski Kuyavien-Pomerania Research Development Center, Poland

Prof. Dr. Bogusław Buszewski 🇵🇱 is a world-renowned chemist specializing in separation science and bioanalytics. 🎓 A graduate of Maria Curie-Skłodowska University, he became a professor at Nicolaus Copernicus University in 1994. 🌍 He has conducted research globally in Germany 🇩🇪, the USA 🇺🇸, Asia, and Australia. With over 750 publications 📚, 32,000+ citations, and an h-index of 81 📊, his work has transformed analytical chemistry. He serves on editorial boards of 26 journals 📖 and leads several scientific committees. 🏅 His accolades include honorary doctorates and prestigious awards such as the Martin Medal. 🧪🌟

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🔹 Education and Experience 

  • 🎓 PhD – Maria Curie-Skłodowska University, Lublin, Poland (1986)

  • 🎓 DrSc (Habilitation) – Poland (1992)

  • 👨‍🏫 Professor – Nicolaus Copernicus University, Toruń (since 1994)

  • 🇩🇪 Humboldt Scholar – University of Tübingen, Germany

  • 🇺🇸 Postdoctoral Fellow – Kent State University, Ohio, USA

  • 🌐 Visiting Professor – Multiple universities in Europe, Asia, America, and Australia

🔹 Professional Development 

Prof. Buszewski has consistently advanced his expertise through global academic collaborations 🌐, including fellowships and visiting professorships. His engagement in diverse international research programs reflects his commitment to scientific innovation 🧬. He actively participates in academic leadership as Chairman of the Central European Group for Separation Sciences and honorary chairman of the Analytical Chemistry Committee of the Polish Academy of Sciences 🏛️. A member of both the Polish and European Academies of Sciences 👨‍🔬, he contributes significantly to journal editorial boards and scientific policy-making 📝. His lifelong learning and mentorship inspire new generations of chemists 🌟👨‍🏫.

🔹 Research Focus 

Prof. Buszewski’s research spans multiple disciplines within analytical and separation sciences 🧪. His primary focus includes chromatography (HPLC, GC), capillary electrophoresis (CZE), field-flow fractionation (FFF), mass spectrometry (MALDI, MS), and spectroscopy (ICP) 🔬. He is renowned for developing innovative adsorbents, stationary phases, and sample preparation techniques 🧱. His work also delves into bioanalysis, -omics technologies, environmental monitoring, nanotechnology, and chemometrics 🧫🌍📈. By integrating classical chemistry with modern technologies, he contributes to biomarker discovery and precision diagnostics, elevating research in both environmental and biomedical fields 🧬🧘‍♂️.

🔹 Awards and Honors 

  • 🏅 Multiple Honorary Doctorates from international universities

  • 🥇 Martin Medal for outstanding contribution to https://physicistparticle.com/boguslaw-buszewski-analytical-chemistry-best-researcher-award/analytical chemistry

  • 🧪 Chairman – Central European Group for Separation Sciences

  • 👨‍🔬 Honorary ChairmanAnalytical Chemistry Committee, Polish Academy of Sciences

  • 🎓 Member – Polish Academy of Sciences

  • 🌍 Member – European Academy of Sciences and Arts

  • 📚 Editor/Board Member – 26 scientific journals

  • 🏆 Numerous awards from national and international institutions

Publication Top Notes

1. Potential Clinical Application of Analysis of Bisphenols in Pericardial Fluid from Patients with Coronary Artery Disease

Journal: Molecules (2025)
DOI: 10.3390/molecules30010140
Techniques: Liquid Chromatography (LC) + Fluorescence Detection + Triple Quadrupole Mass Spectrometry (LC-FLD-MS/MS)
Focus:

  • Targeted analysis of bisphenols (e.g., BPA) in pericardial fluid

  • Implication for cardiovascular toxicity and disease etiology
    Clinical Significance:

  • Potential for non-invasive biomarkers of exposure/toxicity in heart disease patients

  • Could support regulatory decisions on bisphenol use or monitoring in clinical diagnostics

2. In Vitro and In Silico Cholinesterase Inhibition and Anti-Melanoma Activity of Berberis Extracts

Journal: Molecules (2024)
DOI: 10.3390/molecules29051048
Approach:

  • In vitro, in vivo (animal models), and in silico docking

  • Studied various Berberis species
    Pharmacological Relevance:

  • Cholinesterase inhibition → Alzheimer’s drug potential

  • Anti-melanoma effects → promising for cancer therapy
    Potential Application:

  • Supports ethnopharmacological use of Berberis

  • Justifies further drug development and preclinical studies

3. Development and Validation of LC-MS/MS for Cytisine in Human Serum and Saliva

Journal: International Journal of Molecular Sciences (2023)
DOI: 10.3390/ijms242015364
Focus:

  • Sensitive method for detecting cytisine (a smoking cessation aid)

  • Matrix: human serum and saliva
    Clinical Application:

  • Pharmacokinetic studies

  • Personalized dosing and therapeutic monitoring

  • Non-invasive saliva-based bioanalysis

4. Comprehensive Study of Si-Based Compounds in Plants (Pisum sativum, Medicago sativa, Triticum aestivum)

Journal: Molecules (2023)
DOI: 10.3390/molecules28114311
Key Points:

  • Identification and quantification of silicon-containing phytochemicals

  • Agricultural and nutritional interest
    Potential Applications:

  • Insight into bioavailability and nutritional value of silicon

  • Could impact human supplementation or plant stress resistance research

5. Determination of Isoquinoline Alkaloids in Ranunculaceae, Papaveraceae, and Fumarioideae with Cytotoxic Studies

Journal: Molecules (2023)
DOI: 10.3390/molecules28083503
Highlights:

  • LC-based profiling of alkaloids

  • Cytotoxic activity evaluated in vitro and in vivo
    Pharmacological Importance:

  • Natural anticancer lead compounds

  • Reinforces traditional medicinal uses of these plant families

  • Provides direction for further isolation and drug development

Conclusion

Prof. Dr. Bogusław Buszewski stands out as a world-class scientist whose work has shaped modern analytical chemistry and separation science. His exceptional research record, international influence, and continuous contributions to science, education, and innovation make him a prime candidate for the Best Researcher Award.

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