Naglaa Ahmed | Pharmaceutical Organic chemistry Award | Women Researcher Award

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Assoc Prof Dr. Naglaa Ahmed | Pharmaceutical Organic chemistry Award | Women Researcher Award

Assoc Prof Dr. Naglaa Ahmed, Faculty of pharmacy ,helwan university ,Cairo, Egypt

πŸ‘©β€πŸ”¬ Dr. Naglaa Ahmed is an accomplished Associate Professor in Pharmaceutical Organic Chemistry at Helwan University, Egypt. With a PhD focused on synthesizing medicinal compounds, she has garnered recognition for her outstanding thesis. Her expertise extends to teaching and research, evident from her progression from Instructor to Associate Professor. Dr. Ahmed holds a Master’s degree and excels in computer skills, including an International Computer Driving License. She’s committed to advancing pharmaceutical sciences, exemplified by her numerous publications and presentations. A dedicated educator and researcher, Dr. Ahmed continues to inspire future generations in the field.

 

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Education
πŸ“š Naglaa Mohamed Ahmed Abd Elaal achieved her B.Sc. degree with honors in Pharmaceutical Sciences from Helwan University in May 2002. She pursued her passion further, earning a Master’s degree in Pharmaceutical Organic Chemistry in November 2010, followed by a Doctor of Philosophy degree in the same field in October 2016, all from Helwan University.

Research Experience

πŸ”¬ Throughout her academic career, Naglaa has been actively involved in research, with notable contributions including her thesis on synthesizing thiouracil derivatives of medicinal value, for which she was awarded the prize for the best scientific thesis in the medicinal scientific field for the academic year 2016-2017 by Helwan University.

Research Focus

Dr. Naglaa Ahmed’s research primarily focuses on the design, synthesis, and biological evaluation of novel organic compounds with diverse pharmacological activities. She has contributed significantly to the fields of medicinal chemistry and drug discovery, with a particular emphasis on developing potential anticancer agents, antioxidants, antimicrobials, and anti-inflammatory compounds.

Publication Top Notes:

πŸ“š Design, synthesis, molecular modelling and biological evaluation of novel 3-(2-naphthyl)-1-phenyl-1H-pyrazole derivatives as potent antioxidants and 15-Lipoxygenase inhibitors (Cited by: 53, 2020)
πŸ“š Design, synthesis, molecular modelling, and biological evaluation of novel substituted pyrimidine derivatives as potential anticancer agents for hepatocellular carcinoma (Cited by: 47, 2019)
πŸ“šNovel indolyl-pyrimidine derivatives: synthesis, antimicrobial, and antioxidant evaluationsΒ (Cited by: 42, 2014)
πŸ“š Synthesis and antimicrobial evaluation of some 6-aryl-5-cyano-2-thiouracil derivatives (Cited by: 32, 2011)
πŸ“š Design, synthesis, molecular modeling and antitumor evaluation of novel indolyl-pyrimidine derivatives with EGFR inhibitory activity(Cited by: 29, 2021)
πŸ“š Synthesis and antimicrobial activities of new indolyl-pyrimidine derivatives (Cited by: 27, 2011)
πŸ“š Synthesis, antimicrobial, antioxidant activities of novel 6-aryl-5-cyano thiouracil derivatives (Cited by: 25, 2013)
πŸ“š Anticancer activities of 6-aryl-5-cyano-2-thiouracil derivatives (Cited by: 15, 2012)
πŸ“š Design, synthesis and biological evaluation of novel 2-thiouracil-5-sulfonamide isosteres as anticancer agents (Cited by: 9, 2018)
πŸ“š Synthesis, molecular modelling, and biological evaluation of novel pyrimidine derivatives as anti-inflammatory agents (Cited by: 8, 2020)
πŸ“š Synthesis and biological value of thiouracils and fused thiouracils (a review)Β (Cited by: 6, 2017)
πŸ“š Synthesis, characterization and study of antimicrobial activity of some novel 5-cyano-2-thiouracil derivatives (Cited by: 6, 2014)
πŸ“š Synthesis, anticancer activity, and molecular docking study of some novel 2-thiouracil sulfonamide derivatives (Cited by: 5, 2018)

Irem kulu | Organic Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc Prof Dr. Irem kulu | Organic Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Assoc Prof Dr. Irem kulu, Gebze Technical University, Turkey

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Δ°rem Kulu is an accomplished organic chemist with a PhD from YΔ±ldΔ±z Technical University, Turkey. Her expertise lies in C-C and C-N bond formation reactions of cyclic systems. With a diverse background including roles at Novartis and UMASS Amherst, she’s currently an Associate Professor at Gebze Technical University. Her research spans various projects, notably focusing on drug synthesis and bioorthogonal nanozymes. As a project coordinator and researcher, she contributes significantly to TÜBΔ°TAK-funded initiatives. πŸ§ͺπŸ”¬ Passionate about synthesizing novel compounds, her work holds promise for advancing medicinal chemistry.

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Education:

Dr. Δ°rem Kulu is a dedicated scholar in organic chemistry, graduating from YΔ±ldΔ±z Technical University in Turkey. She completed her Bachelor of Science, Master of Science, and PhD degrees from the Department of Organic Chemistry at the same institution. Her research journey began with her Bachelor’s thesis focusing on the synthesis of organic compounds. In her Master’s thesis, she explored Domino Heck type Hydroarylation reactions and new isoindolines. For her doctoral work, she delved into C-C and C-N bond formation reactions of cyclic systems. Under the guidance of Prof. Dr. Zehra NΓΌket Γ–cal Sunguroğlu, she demonstrated a keen interest in advancing organic synthesis. πŸŽ“πŸ”¬

 

Experience :

Dr. Δ°rem Kulu’s career spans diverse roles in academia and industry, showcasing her expertise in organic chemistry. She began as a post-doctoral researcher at Gebze Technical University, contributing to TÜBΔ°TAK projects focused on hybrid materials synthesis. Transitioning to industry, she served as a Synthesis Chemist at Novartis, specializing in API synthesis. Her academic journey continued as an Assistant Professor at Gebze Technical University, where she eventually ascended to Associate Professor. Notably, she pursued post-doctoral research at UMASS Amherst, delving into bioorthogonal nanozymes. Her multifaceted experience reflects a commitment to advancing chemical science across academia and industry. πŸ”¬πŸ‘©β€πŸ”¬

Research Focus:

Dr. Δ°rem Kulu’s research primarily focuses on organic synthesis and medicinal chemistry, as evidenced by her extensive publication record. She has contributed significantly to the development of novel compounds with potential pharmacological applications, including antidepressants, antimicrobials, and anticancer agents. Her work spans various synthetic methodologies, such as Domino-Heck reactions, reductive Heck reactions, and [3+2] cycloadditions, aiming to create diverse molecular architectures. Additionally, she explores the physicochemical properties and biological activities of synthesized compounds, particularly their interactions with metal ions and their potential as photosensitizers. Dr. Kulu’s research embodies a quest for innovative solutions in drug discovery and development. πŸ’ŠπŸ”¬

Publication Top Notes:

  1. Domino‐HeckΒ Reactions of Carba‐ and Oxabicyclic, Unsaturated Dicarboximides: Synthesis of Aryl‐Substituted, Bridged Perhydroisoindole Derivatives πŸ“š Cited by: 25 πŸ—“οΈ Year: 2009
  2. The synthesis of epiboxidine and related analogues as potential pharmacological agents πŸ“š Cited by: 20 πŸ—“οΈ Year: 2011
  3. A multidisciplinary approach to coronavirus disease (COVID-19) πŸ“š Cited by: 16 πŸ—“οΈ Year: 2021
  4. Effects of metal ion in cationic Pd (II) and Ni (II) phthalocyanines on physicochemical and photodynamic inactivation propertiesπŸ“š Cited by: 15 πŸ—“οΈ Year: 2022
  5. Design, synthesis and biological evaluation of 8-aminoquinoline-1, 2, 3-triazole hybrid derivatives as potential antimicrobial agentsπŸ“š Cited by: 14 πŸ—“οΈ Year: 2022
  6. Reductive Heck Reactions and [3+ 2] Cycloadditions of Unsaturated N, N’-Bistricyclic Imides
  7. Evaluation of phytochemical content, antioxidant, antimicrobial activity and DNA cleavage effect of endemicΒ Linaria corifolia Desf. (Plantaginaceae)
  8. Synthesis of arylated norbornyl amino acid esters
  9. Hybrid materials based on pyrene-substituted metallo phthalocyanines as sensing layers for ammonia detection: Effect of the number of pyrene substituents
  10. Photodynamic Inactivation of Antibiotic-Resistant and SensitiveΒ Aeromonas hydrophilaΒ with Peripheral Pd(II)- vs. Zn(II)-Phthalocyanines