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Xiaodong Xiong | Organic Chemistry | Research Excellence Award

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Prof. Dr. Xiaodong Xiong | Organic Chemistry | Research Excellence Award

Nanchang University | China

Professor Xiaodong Xiong is a leading synthetic organic chemist at the School of Pharmacy, Nanchang University, where he has served as a full professor since 2019. He received his B.S. degree from Nanchang University and subsequently earned his M.S. and Ph.D. degrees from Fudan University, one of China’s most prestigious research institutions. Following his doctoral studies, he completed an extended postdoctoral fellowship at The Chinese University of Hong Kong from 2013 to 2019, where he deepened his expertise in asymmetric synthesis, organocatalysis, and halogenation chemistry. Over the course of his career, Professor Xiong has developed an impactful research program centered on advancing modern synthetic methodology, particularly through organocatalysis, asymmetric halogenation reactions, chiral sulfur chemistry, and the construction of novel functional molecules for biological and medicinal applications. Professor Xiong has authored a substantial body of peer-reviewed publications, contributing to high-impact journals such as Angewandte Chemie International Edition, Organic Letters, and Chinese Chemical Letters, demonstrating his group’s innovative approach to catalytic asymmetric transformations and complex molecule design. His recent works—including asymmetric amination of sulfenamides, organocatalytic halocyclizations, and modular synthesis of sulfur-containing fluorinated frameworks—highlight his sustained leadership in pioneering new pathways for chiral molecule construction. His research continues to shape the fields of asymmetric catalysis and organosulfur chemistry, with applications spanning drug discovery, chemical biology, and advanced materials.

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Tsomene Doungmo Stany Lionel | Organic Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Tsomene Doungmo Stany Lionel | Organic Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

University of Yaoundé 1, Cameroon

Mr. Tsomene Doungmo Stany Lionel, born on 15 May 2000 in Bertoua, Cameroon, is a dedicated researcher specializing in organic chemistry with a focus on sustainable development and bioresource valorization. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry from the University of Yaounde 1 in 2021 and completed his Master’s degree in Organic Chemistry under the supervision of Dr. Angelique Nicolas Messi in 2024. His professional experience includes pedagogic animation at Groupe ESTAS since 2021, and hands-on industrial training at ETS ALLIANCE Metal, where he gained practical knowledge in factory organization, maintenance, and administrative management. Mr. Lionel’s research interests encompass medicinal plant valorization, molecular modeling, pharmaceutical formulations, and structural biology, with a strong emphasis on interdisciplinary and sustainable approaches. He has actively participated in numerous national and international conferences, including the YaBiNaPa 4th Network Meeting (2023), CONFCAYS Conference (2023), and hands-on training in Structural Biology at the International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI), Nairobi, Kenya (2025). His research skills are extensive, covering computational tools such as UCSF Chimera, Maestro, Discovery Studio, ChemMaster, Pymol, MestRenova, Autodock Vina, and ChemDraw, alongside proficiency in Microsoft Office, and online professional development through Elsevier and Schrödinger courses in grant writing, literature search, molecular modeling, and pharmaceutical research. Recognized for his academic commitment and professional engagement, he has received certifications for advanced research skills and actively contributes to community-focused scientific initiatives. Mr. Lionel’s awards and honors reflect his growing impact in organic chemistry and sustainable development. With strong technical expertise, international exposure, and a commitment to scientific advancement, he is positioned to lead high-impact research, expand global collaborations, and mentor emerging scientists, thereby making significant contributions to both the academic community and societal development worldwide.

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Featured Publications

  1. Mbeket, S. B. N., Doungmo, S. L. T., & Nicolas, M. A. (2025). Computational insights into C–O–C-type biflavonoids as multi-target inhibitors of ERα, PR, EGFR, and mTOR in breast cancer therapy. Computational and Structural Biotechnology Reports. Advance online publication.

Mr. Tsomene Doungmo Stany Lionel’s work in organic chemistry and sustainable bioresource valorization advances scientific knowledge, promotes environmentally responsible industrial practices, and supports innovative solutions for global health and development challenges. His research bridges fundamental science with practical applications, fostering societal and industrial impact worldwide.

Yuvraj Patil | Organic and Materials Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Yuvraj Patil | Organic and Materials Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Chandigarh University, Punjab, India

Assist. Prof. Dr. Yuvraj Patil is an Assistant Professor at Chandigarh University, Punjab, with a Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry from IIT Indore (2018), where he researched near-infrared absorbing diketopyrrolopyrroles under the supervision of Prof. Rajneesh Misra. He also holds an M.Sc. in Organic Chemistry from Shivaji University and a B.Sc. in Chemistry from Shrimant Babasaheb Deshmukh Mahavidyalaya. Dr. Patil has over four years of international postdoctoral experience in the USA, France, Japan, Taiwan, and India, contributing to projects on COF materials for batteries, chiral organic RTP derivatives for OLEDs, and inorganic semiconducting materials from organometallic precursors for solar cells. His research interests include multistep organic synthesis, π-conjugated molecules, functional molecular dyes (DPPs, Aza-BODIPYs), organic photonics and electronics, supramolecular and organometallic chemistry, quantum dots, semiconducting materials, and electrochemistry. He possesses advanced skills in C–C coupling reactions, Schlenk-line techniques, chromatography, spectroscopy (NMR, MS, UV–Vis), crystallization, electrochemical studies, and computational chemistry (DFT, TD-DFT). Dr. Patil has authored 31 peer-reviewed publications, including 22 as first author, in high-impact journals such as Angew. Chem. Int. Ed., Adv. Funct. Mater., Chem. Rec., and J. Mater. Chem. A, with over 870 citations, an h-index of 19, and has filed a U.S. patent on nanoparticles incorporating quantum dots. His awards and recognitions include “Very Important Paper” and “Hot Paper” honors in Angew. Chem., invited cover designs, and invitations to present at international conferences and webinars. He has mentored four Master’s and three Ph.D. students and contributed extensively to undergraduate teaching at IIT Indore. With demonstrated leadership, global research exposure, and strong publication record, Dr. Patil is poised to advance high-impact research in organic and inorganic chemistry, expand international collaborations, participate in top-tier journal publications and keynote forums, and mentor the next generation of scientists, fostering innovation and excellence in optoelectronic materials and related fields.

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Featured Publications

  1. Jadhav, T., Dhokale, B., Patil, Y., Mobin, S. M., & Misra, R. (2016). Multi-stimuli responsive donor–acceptor tetraphenylethylene substituted benzothiadiazoles. The Journal of Physical Chemistry C, 120(42), 24030–24040.
  2. Patil, Y., Misra, R., Keshtov, M. L., & Sharma, G. D. (2016). 1,1,4,4-Tetracyanobuta-1,3-diene substituted diketopyrrolopyrroles: An acceptor for solution processable organic bulk heterojunction solar cells. The Journal of Physical Chemistry C, 120(12), 6324–6335.
  3. Patil, Y., & Misra, R. (2019). Rational molecular design towards NIR absorption: Efficient diketopyrrolopyrrole derivatives for organic solar cells and photothermal therapy. Journal of Materials Chemistry C, 7(42), 13020–13031.
  4. Patil, Y., & Misra, R. (2018). Diketopyrrolopyrrole‐based and tetracyano‐bridged small molecules for bulk heterojunction organic solar cells. Chemistry–An Asian Journal, 13(3), 220–229.
  5. Patil, Y., Misra, R., Keshtov, M. L., & Sharma, G. D. (2017). Small molecule carbazole-based diketopyrrolopyrroles with tetracyanobutadiene acceptor unit as a non-fullerene acceptor for bulk heterojunction organic solar cells. Journal of Materials Chemistry A, 5(7), 3311–3319.

Assist. Prof. Dr. Yuvraj Patil’s work advances scientific understanding and technological innovation by developing cutting-edge solutions  His research bridges academia and industry, driving societal benefits through sustainable applications and fostering global innovation.

Yumiko Nakajima | Chemistry | Best Research Article Award

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Prof. Yumiko Nakajima | Chemistry | Best Research Article Award

Institute of Science Tokyo, Japan

Professor Yumiko Nakajima is a distinguished chemist and a leading figure in the field of organometallic catalysis and precision synthesis, currently serving as Professor at the Institute of Science Tokyo. She earned both her Bachelor of Science (2000) and Ph.D. (2005) from the Tokyo Institute of Technology, establishing a strong academic foundation in coordination and catalytic chemistry. Her professional journey reflects an impressive trajectory through top-tier institutions — beginning as a Postdoctoral Fellow (Humboldt Fellow) at RWTH Aachen University, Germany (2005–2007), followed by appointments as Special Postdoctoral Researcher at RIKEN (2007–2008), Assistant Professor at Kyoto University (2008–2013), and progressive leadership roles at the National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST) as Senior Researcher (2013–2017) and Team Leader (2017–2023) before assuming her current professorship in 2024. Her research interests lie in the design and mechanistic understanding of transition-metal-catalyzed reactions, sustainable synthetic processes, and chemical recycling, with a particular focus on Si–Cl bond activation, hydrogenolysis, and phosphorus compound transformation for green chemistry applications. Prof. Nakajima’s research skills span catalyst design, organometallic synthesis, reaction kinetics, and computational chemistry collaboration, enabling her to pioneer innovative catalytic systems that promote environmental sustainability. She has published extensively with 88 peer-reviewed papers, accumulating 2,503 citations and an h-index of 27, including influential works in JACS Au, Angewandte Chemie, ACS Catalysis, and Chemical Communications. Her outstanding contributions have earned her prestigious honors such as the Synthetic Organic Chemistry Award (Japan, 2024) and the KCS Award in Chemical Technology (2022). In conclusion, Professor Nakajima stands out as a visionary scientist whose research leadership, international collaborations, and commitment to advancing sustainable catalysis continue to shape the future of chemical innovation and inspire the next generation of researchers globally.

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Featured Publications

Naganawa, Y., Fujita, A., Sakamoto, K., Tanaka, S., Sato, K., & Nakajima, Y. (2023). Borane-protecting strategy for hydrosilylation of phosphorus-containing olefins. ACS Omega, 8, Article e2C07161.

Minami, Y., Matsuyama, N., Takeichi, Y., Watanabe, R., Mathew, S., & Nakajima, Y. (2023). Depolymerization of robust polyetheretherketone to regenerate monomer units using sulfur reagents. Communications Chemistry, 6(1), Article 8148.

Mathew, S., Naganawa, Y., Jiang, F., Wischert, R., Streiff, S., Metivier, P., & Nakajima, Y. (2023). One-pot synthesis of polymers containing P–C bonds in the main chain. Macromolecular Rapid Communications, 44(6), Article 2200921. https://doi.org/10.1002/marc.202200921

Kameo, H., Tanaka, Y., Shimoyama, Y., Izumi, D., Matsuzaka, H., Nakajima, Y., Lavedan, P., Le Gac, A., & Bourissou, D. (2023). Square-planar anionic Pt(0) complexes. Angewandte Chemie International Edition, 62(25), Article e202301509.

Tanaka, S., Nakajima, Y., Ogawa, A., Kuragano, T., Kon, Y., Tamura, M., Sato, K., & Coperet, C. (2022). DNP NMR spectroscopy enabled direct characterization of polystyrene-supported catalyst species for synthesis of glycidyl esters by transesterification. Chemical Science, 13(10), 274–282.

Professor Yumiko Nakajima’s pioneering research in organometallic catalysis and precision synthesis drives transformative advancements in green chemistry and sustainable manufacturing. Her innovative catalytic systems not only deepen scientific understanding of chemical transformations but also contribute to environmental preservation, industrial efficiency, and global progress toward cleaner, resource-efficient technologies.

Rahul Kadu | Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Rahul Kadu | Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

MIT Art, Design and Technology University, Pune, India

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Rahul Kadu is a distinguished academic and researcher in the field of chemistry, currently serving as Associate Professor in the Department of Applied Science and Humanities, School of Engineering & Sciences, MIT Art, Design & Technology University, Pune, India. He earned his Ph.D. in Chemistry in 2015 from The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda, Gujarat, under the guidance of Dr. Vinay Kumar Singh, with his doctoral research focusing on Metal Directed Self-Assembled Structures: Synthesis, Characterization, and Crystal Studies, and subsequently pursued a prestigious post-doctoral fellowship at IISER Bhopal (2015–2017) under Dr. Sangit Kumar, specializing in organoselenium chemistry and antioxidant research. His professional career spans more than a decade, including earlier roles as Assistant Professor and Board of Studies Member, where he contributed significantly to curriculum design and academic leadership. Dr. Kadu’s research interests lie in organometallic, supramolecular, material, and medicinal chemistry, with a focus on macrocyclic coordination compounds, catalytic processes, and potential therapeutic applications. He possesses strong research skills in synthetic chemistry, crystallography, supramolecular assembly, computational chemistry, and analytical techniques including NMR, HPLC, UV-visible spectroscopy, and single-crystal XRD. With over 20 indexed publications, 487 citations, and an h-index of 13, he has published extensively in high-impact Q1 and Q2 journals such as Journal of Organic Chemistry, Dalton Transactions, RSC Advances, and Journal of Molecular Structure. His excellence has been recognized through multiple honors, including the InSc Young Researcher Award (2023), UGC-JRF and SRF Fellowships, and Best Poster Awards at national conferences. As a Ph.

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Featured Publications

  1. Jana, S., Verma, A., Kadu, R., & Kumar, S. (2017). Visible-light-induced oxidant and metal-free dehydrogenative cascade trifluoromethylation and oxidation of 1,6-enynes with water. Chemical Science, 8(9), 6633–6644.

  2. Kadu, R., Roy, H., & Singh, V. K. (2015). Diphenyltin (IV) dithiocarbamate macrocyclic scaffolds as potent apoptosis inducers for human cancer HEP 3B and IMR 32 cells: Synthesis, spectral characterization, density … Applied Organometallic Chemistry, 29(11), 746–755.

  3. Singh, V. K., Kadu, R., Roy, H., Raghavaiah, P., & Mobin, S. M. (2016). Phenolate based metallomacrocyclic xanthate complexes of Co II/Cu II and their exclusive deployment in [2:2] binuclear N,O-Schiff base macrocycle formation and in vitro … Dalton Transactions, 45(4), 1443–1454.

  4. Bhandary, S., Sirohiwal, A., Kadu, R., Kumar, S., & Chopra, D. (2018). Dispersion stabilized Se/Te··· π double chalcogen bonding synthons in in situ cryocrystallized divalent organochalcogen liquids. Crystal Growth & Design, 18(7), 3734–3739.

  5. Batabyal, M., Upadhyay, A., Kadu, R., Birudukota, N. C., Chopra, D., & Kumar, S. (2022). Tetravalent spiroselenurane catalysts: Intramolecular Se···N chalcogen bond-driven catalytic disproportionation of H2O2 to H2O and O2 and activation of I2 and NBS. Inorganic Chemistry, 61(23), 8729–8745.