Mr. Hirpha Adugna Areti, Haramaya University, Ethiopia
Born on January 21, 1992, in Ethiopia, Hirpha Adugna Areti serves as the Chief Technical Assistant in the Department of Chemical Engineering at Haramaya University. He holds a BSc and an MSc in Chemical Engineering, with a focus on process engineering (2024). Hirpha is passionate about environmental and chemical engineering, specializing in sustainable approaches for water treatment and waste management. He has published multiple high-impact research papers and is a reviewer for esteemed journals like Biomass Conversion and Biorefinery and Heliyon. His certifications include a Nanodegree in Data Analysis from Udacity. 📊🧪
Since October 25, 2018, Hirpha Adugna Areti has worked at Haramaya University, first as a Senior Technical Assistant and now as Chief Technical Assistant in the Department of Chemical Engineering. His role includes supervising chemical engineering labs, ensuring equipment functionality, and maintaining safety standards. Hirpha provides technical support during laboratory sessions, guides students through experiments, and manages lab inventory. He also assists in research projects, focusing on water treatment, air pollution control, and waste management. Additionally, he prepares lecture notes, trains students in lab protocols, and mentors junior staff, enhancing practical learning for graduate and undergraduate students. 🧪🌱📖
Educational Journey
Hirpha Adugna Areti has built a strong academic foundation in Ethiopia. He earned a Grade 8 Ministry Certificate in 2009 from Gago Osole Primary School and a Grade 10 Matric Certificate in 2011 from Abuna Gindeberet Secondary School. In 2013, he completed his Grade 12 University Entrance Certificate at Gindeberet Preparatory School. Hirpha graduated with a BSc in Chemical Engineering from Haramaya University in 2018 and is pursuing an MSc from the same institution, expected in February 2024. Additionally, he will complete the Higher Diploma Program in July 2024, showcasing his commitment to academic excellence. 🌟📘🧪
Certifications and Awards
Hirpha Adugna Areti has received several prestigious awards and certifications for his contributions and professional development. He holds reviewing certificates from the editors of Biomass Conversion and Biorefinery and Heliyon, showcasing his expertise in academic peer review. Additionally, he completed a Nanodegree Program in “Data Analysis Fundamentals” from Udacity. Hirpha earned the Higher Diploma Program (HDP) certification from Haramaya University and was honored with the International Analytical Chemistry Award, reflecting his excellence in the field. These achievements highlight his dedication to academic and professional growth. 🌟📊🧪
Research Focus Areas
Mr. Hirpha Adugna Areti specializes in chemical and environmental engineering, with a strong focus on sustainable practices and innovative technologies. His research emphasizes the development of bio-based adsorbents for water treatment, particularly using agricultural by-products like banana peels and corn cobs for removing heavy metals such as Cr (VI). He also explores the valorization of agricultural waste in the food sector and the use of biowaste as catalysts for environmental applications. His work contributes to advancing green chemistry, circular economy, and eco-friendly solutions for global challenges. ♻️⚗️🌿
Publication Top Notes
Response surface method based parametric optimization of Cr (VI) removal from tannery wastewater 🌊📘 (Cited by: 12, Year: 2024)
Adsorptive performances and valorization of green synthesized biochar–based activated carbon 🌿⚗️ (Cited by: 4, Year: 2024)
Innovative Uses of Agricultural By-Products in the Food and Beverage Sector: A Review 🥗🌾 (Cited by: 1, Year: 2024)
Biowastes as Sustainable Catalysts for Water Treatment: A Comprehensive Overview ♻️💧 (Year: 2025)
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Enayatollah Moradi Rufchahi, Islamic Azad University, Iran
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Enayatollah Moradi Rufchahi is an expert in Organic Chemistry at the Islamic Azad University, Lahijan Branch, Iran. He holds a Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry from Guilan University (2009), where he researched azo dyes’ synthesis and spectroscopic properties. His research interests include the design, synthesis, and structural characterization of azo dyes and pigments, synthetic organic chemistry, and organic medicinal chemistry. He has a strong academic background with an MSc from the University of Tehran and a BSc from Guilan University. Dr. Moradi Rufchahi is also active in scholarly platforms such as Google Scholar and Scopus. 📚🔬🧪
Academic Background
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Enayatollah Moradi Rufchahi is a distinguished scholar in Organic Chemistry with a Ph.D. from Guilan University (2009). His doctoral research focused on the Synthesis and Spectroscopic Properties of Some New Azo Dyes under the guidance of Prof. M.R. Yazdanbakhsh. He completed his MSc in Organic Chemistry at the University of Tehran in 1998, exploring Hydroxylation of Alkenes with KMnO4 in the presence of quaternary ammonium salts as phase transfer catalysts. Dr. Moradi Rufchahi also holds a BSc in Pure Chemistry from Guilan University, earned in 1995. 🎓🔬📘
Research Interests
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Enayatollah Moradi Rufchahi’s research focuses on the design and synthesis of azo dyes and pigments, exploring their spectroscopic properties and structural characterization. His work delves into synthetic organic chemistry, where he develops novel chemical compounds and reaction methodologies. Additionally, Dr. Moradi Rufchahi is interested in organic medicinal chemistry, working to identify and synthesize compounds with potential therapeutic applications. His research contributes to advancements in both the chemical and medicinal fields. 🔬💡🎨💊
Research Focus
The research of MR Yazdanbakhsh, H Yousefi, and their collaborators primarily focuses on the synthesis, characterization, and biological activity of azo dyes and heterocyclic compounds. Their studies cover a range of chemical properties, including solvatochromism, tautomerism, and spectroscopic characteristics. These researchers are also investigating antimicrobial activity and the application of these dyes in various fields, such as textile dyeing and material science. Their work contributes to organic chemistry, medicinal chemistry, and chemical applications with an emphasis on sustainable materials. 🌈🧪🔬🧬
Publication Top Notes
Synthesis, spectral characterization and antimicrobial activity of some new azo dyes derived from 4, 6-dihydroxypyrimidine – Cited by 84 (2012) 🧪🔬
Synthesis of some new azo dyes derived from 4-hydroxy coumarin and spectrometric determination of their acidic dissociation constants – Cited by 80 (2007) 🧫
Tautomerism, solvatochromism, preferential solvation, and density functional study of some heteroarylazo dyes – Cited by 66 (2019) 💻🧑🔬
Synthesis, characterization and spectroscopic properties of some new azo disperse dyes derived from 4-hydroxybenzo [h] quinolin-2-(1H)-one – Cited by 56 (2012) 🎨💡
Synthesis, spectral properties, biological activity and application of new 4-(benzyloxy) phenol derived azo dyes for polyester fiber dyeing – Cited by 52 (2013) 🧵💧
Solvatochromism, tautomerism and dichroism of some azoquinoline dyes in liquids and liquid crystals – Cited by 52 (2012) 🔬🌈
Photo-physical and structural studies of some synthesized arylazoquinoline dyes – Cited by 36 (2017) 🌞🔬
Solvatochromism and dichroism of fluorinated azoquinolin-8-ol dyes in liquid and liquid crystalline solutions – Cited by 36 (2008) 🌐📘
Novel azo dyes derived from 8-methyl-4-hydroxyl-2-quinolone: Synthesis, UV–vis studies and biological activity – Cited by 34 (2013) 🧪💡
Synthesis of 6-chloro and 6-fluoro-4-hydroxyl-2-quinolone and their azo disperse dyes – Cited by 30 (2010) 🌟🔬