Takeharu Haino | Supramolecular Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Prof Dr. Takeharu Haino | Supramolecular Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Prof Dr. Takeharu Haino, Hiroshima University, japan

 

Prof. Dr. Takeharu Haino is a distinguished chemist specializing in supramolecular chemistry. He earned his B.Sc., M.Sc., and Ph.D. from Hiroshima University, focusing on macrocyclization under Prof. Dr. Yoshimasa Fukazawa. His career includes postdoctoral research at Sagami Chemical Research Center and The Scripps Research Institute. Currently, a professor at Hiroshima University, his research explores supramolecular polymers, self-sorting behaviors, and graphene nanodots. Dr. Haino has received numerous accolades, including the Society of Polymer Science Award and the Nagase Foundation Award. He also serves as Associate Editor for Frontiers in Chemistry and the Bulletin Chemical Society of Japan. 🧪📚

 

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Education 📚

Prof. Dr. Takeharu Haino holds an impressive academic background in chemistry. He completed his B.Sc. (1983-1987) and M.Sc. (1987-1989) degrees in the Department of Chemistry at the Graduate School of Science, Hiroshima University. Dr. Haino earned his Ph.D. (1989-1992) with a dissertation titled “Macrocyclization and Reaction of Macrocyclic Enolates” under the supervision of Prof. Dr. Yoshimasa Fukazawa. His comprehensive training and specialization laid a strong foundation for his research in supramolecular chemistry.

Employment 🧪

Prof. Haino’s career is marked by extensive research and academic roles. Starting as a Postdoctoral Fellow at Sagami Chemical Research Center (1992-1993) under Prof. Dr. Daisuke Uemura, he then joined Hiroshima University as a Research Associate in the Department of Chemistry (1993-2000). His international experience includes being a Research Fellow at The Scripps Research Institute, La Jolla, CA, under Prof. Dr. Julius Rebek Jr. (1999-2000). Since 2000, he has been an Associate Professor and later advanced to a full professorship at Hiroshima University, contributing significantly to the field of chemistry.

Honors and Awards 🏆

Prof. Haino’s research excellence is recognized through numerous prestigious awards. Some of these include the 2004 Incentive Award in Chugoku-Shikoku Branch of The Society of Synthetic Organic Chemistry, the 2005 Bulletin of the Chemical Society of Japan Award, and the 2016 Award of the Society of Polymer Science, Japan. His editorial roles include Guest Editor for the journal Polymer and Associate Editor for Frontiers in Chemistry. In 2023, he became the President of the Association of Research for Host-Guest and Supramolecular Chemistry, reflecting his leadership in the field.

Research Interests 🔬

Prof. Haino’s research focuses primarily on supramolecular chemistry, with significant contributions to supramolecular polymers and self-sorting behaviors. His work on helically organized supramolecular fullerene polymers and self-standing polymer films is groundbreaking. He has pioneered the study of chemistry within confined spaces using cavitand-based coordination capsules, leading to discoveries in molecular encapsulation and catalysis. Recently, his team developed self-healing supramolecular polymer materials and explored white-light-emitting graphene nanodots, showcasing his innovative approaches to polymer and materials science.

Publication Top Notes 

  • Size‐Selective Encapsulation of C60 by [10]Cycloparaphenylene: Formation of the Shortest Fullerene‐Peapod 📚🧪
    • Angewandte Chemie, 2011 | Cited by: 461
  • Pinnatoxin A: A Toxic Amphoteric Macrocycle from the Okinawan Bivalve Pinna muricata 🦪⚠️
    • Journal of the American Chemical Society, 1995 | Cited by: 374
  • New Supramolecular Complex of C60 Based on Calix[5]arene—Its Structure in the Crystal and in Solution 🌐🔬
    • Angewandte Chemie International Edition in English, 1997 | Cited by: 269
  • Fullerenes Enclosed in Bridged Calix[5]arenes 🌌🔗
    • Angewandte Chemie International Edition, 1998 | Cited by: 233
  • White‐Light‐Emitting Edge‐Functionalized Graphene Quantum Dots 🌈💡
    • Angewandte Chemie International Edition, 2014 | Cited by: 214
  • Size‐ and Orientation‐Selective Encapsulation of C70 by Cycloparaphenylenes 🧩🛠️
    • Chemistry–A European Journal, 2013 | Cited by: 206
  • Isolation and Structure of Pinnatoxin D, a New Shellfish Poison from the Okinawan Bivalve Pinna muricata 🦠📉
    • Tetrahedron Letters, 1996 | Cited by: 173
  • Pinnatoxins B and C, the Most Toxic Components in the Pinnatoxin Series from the Okinawan Bivalve Pinna muricata ⚠️🧬
    • Tetrahedron Letters, 2001 | Cited by: 165
  • Supramolecular Nano Networks Formed by Molecular-Recognition-Directed Self-Assembly of Ditopic Calix[5]arene and Dumbbell [60] Fullerene 🌐🧩
    • Journal of the American Chemical Society, 2005 | Cited by: 162
  • Induced‐Fit Molecular Recognition with Water‐Soluble Cavitands 💧🔍
    • Chemistry–A European Journal, 2000 | Cited by: 133


Conclusion
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Given Prof. Dr. Takeharu Haino’s exceptional academic background, impactful research, and numerous prestigious awards, he is highly suitable for the Research for Best Researcher Award. His contributions to supramolecular chemistry, innovative development of materials, and leadership in the academic community underscore his status as a leading researcher in the field.

Ana-Maria Resmerita | Supramolecular Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Ana-Maria Resmerita | Supramolecular Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Ana-Maria Resmerita, Institutul de Chimie Macromoleculara “Petru Poni”, Iasi, Romania

Dr. Ana-Maria Resmeriță – Evaluation for Best Researcher Award

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Scientific Interests and Expertise

Dr. Ana-Maria Resmeriță’s research focuses on the development of supramolecular networks based on polyrotaxanes, which have significant applications in electronics and optoelectronics. Her expertise includes synthesizing insulated and conjugated polyrotaxanes architectures, emphasizing the functionalization of materials for advanced technological applications. Her contributions in this area are noteworthy, given the growing importance of electronic materials.

Education and Training

Dr. Resmeriță holds a PhD in Chemistry and a Master’s degree in Bio-polymeric Materials from the “Gh. Asachi” Technical University, Romania. She further advanced her research skills through post-doctoral fellowships at the University of Pennsylvania, USA, and “Gh. Asachi” Technical University, Romania. Her academic training reflects a solid foundation in polymer chemistry and advanced materials science.

Work Experience and Research Activities

With a robust background in the synthesis of supramolecular networks, Dr. Resmeriță has significant expertise in developing cross-linked polyrotaxanes, permodified cyclodextrins, and light-stimuli responsive azopolymers for optoelectronic applications. Her experience extends to a variety of characterization techniques, including infrared spectroscopy and nuclear magnetic resonance, which are essential for analyzing the properties of advanced polymeric materials.

Scientific Record

Dr. Resmeriță has an impressive scientific record with 47 published articles in ISI-indexed journals and contributions to three book chapters. She has actively participated in seven research projects, highlighting her collaborative spirit and commitment to advancing scientific knowledge in her field.

International Visibility

With a Hirsch index of 14 and over 1500 citations, Dr. Resmeriță’s work is widely recognized within the international scientific community. Her contributions to the field of macromolecular chemistry are well-cited, reflecting her impact and influence. Her visibility is further enhanced through her presence on academic platforms such as Brainmap and ORCID.

Publication Top Notes

  • “Composite materials based on slide‐ring polyrotaxane structures for optoelectronics”Journal of Polymer Science (2024) DOI: 10.1002/pol.20240285 📄
  • “Inclusion Complexes of 3,4-Ethylenedioxythiophene with Per-Modified β- and γ-Cyclodextrins”MOLECULES (2023) DOI: 10.3390/molecules28083404 📄
  • “Novel Insight into the Photophysical Properties and 2D Supramolecular Organization of Poly(3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene)/Permodified Cyclodextrins Polyrotaxanes at the Air-Water Interface”MATERIALS (2023) DOI: 10.3390/ma16134757 📄
  • “Structural characteristics and the label-free detection of poly(3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene/cucurbit[7]uril) pseudorotaxane at single molecule level”NANO RESEARCH (2023) DOI: 10.1007/s12274-022-4918-x 📄
  • “Synthesis, Properties and Adsorption Kinetic Study of New Cross-Linked Composite Materials Based on Polyethylene Glycol Polyrotaxane and Polyisoprene/Semi-Rotaxane”MATERIALS (2023) DOI: 10.3390/ma16165594 📄
  • “Thermal and Dielectric Investigations of Polystyrene Nanoparticles as a Viable Platform-Toward the Next Generation of Fillers for Nanocomposites”POLYMERS (2023) DOI: 10.3390/polym15132899 📄
  • “Evaluation of the Chemical, Morphological and Dielectric Properties of Supramolecular Networks Consisting of Polyethylene Glycol Polyrotaxanes and Polystyrene/Semi-Rotaxane with Hydroxypropyl-β-Cyclodextrins”MACROMOLECULAR CHEMISTRY AND PHYSICS (2022) DOI: 10.1002/macp.202100383 📄
  • “New ARBOFILL composites: preparation and characterization”POLYMER-PLASTICS TECHNOLOGY AND MATERIALS (2022) DOI: 10.1080/25740881.2022.2084410 📄
  • “Structural and morphological characterization of a new semi-polyrotaxane architecture based on 2-hydroxypropyl-β-cyclodextrins and polyisoprene”REACTIVE & FUNCTIONAL POLYMERS (2022) DOI: 10.1016/j.reactfunctpolym.2022.105459 📄
  • “Synthesis, Photophysics, and Langmuir Films of Polyfluorene/Permodified Cyclodextrin Polyrotaxanes”LANGMUIR (2021) DOI: 10.1021/acs.langmuir.1c02014 📄
  • “Morphological and Electronic Properties of Poly(ethylene glycol)/RAMEB Polyrotaxane and Polypyrrole Supramolecular Networks”MACROMOLECULAR CHEMISTRY AND PHYSICS (2020) DOI: 10.1002/macp.202000011 📄
  • “Photophysics of poly(3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene) covered by permodified γ-cyclodextrin”ADVANCED TOPICS IN OPTOELECTRONICS, MICROELECTRONICS AND NANOTECHNOLOGIES X (2020) DOI: 10.1117/12.2572091 📄
  • “Cucurbit[7]uril-Threaded Poly(3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene): A Novel Processable Conjugated Polyrotaxane”EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF ORGANIC CHEMISTRY (2019) DOI: 10.1002/ejoc.201801724 📄
  • “Novel supramolecular networks based on PEG and PEDOT cross-linked polyrotaxanes as electrical conductive materials”EUROPEAN POLYMER JOURNAL (2019) DOI: 10.1016/j.eurpolymj.2019.02.015 📄
  • “Erosion as a possible mechanism for the decrease of size of plastic pieces floating in oceans”MARINE POLLUTION BULLETIN (2018) DOI: 10.1016/j.marpolbul.2017.12.025 📄

Conclusion

Dr. Ana-Maria Resmeriță’s extensive research in supramolecular networks and polymer chemistry, coupled with her strong publication record and international recognition, makes her a highly suitable candidate for the Best Researcher Award. Her work not only advances scientific understanding but also contributes to practical applications in electronics and optoelectronics, demonstrating her significant impact in the field.

Danyu Xia | Supramolecular Chemistry Award | Best Researcher Award

Assoc Prof Dr. Danyu Xia | Supramolecular Chemistry Award | Best Researcher Award

Assoc Prof Dr. Danyu Xia, Shanxi University, China

Dr. Danyu Xia, Associate Professor at Shanxi University, specializes in supramolecular chemistry with a focus on self-assembling materials. With a PhD from Zhejiang University and international research experience from UNSW, his work spans responsive polymers, macrocycles, and liquid crystals. Dr. Xia has authored numerous publications and presented widely, including at prestigious conferences like ISMSC. His recent research explores novel applications of pillararenes in polymer networks and drug delivery systems. 🧪 Passionate about advancing molecular sciences, he continues to mentor students and collaborate on cutting-edge research in China.

 

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Education and Academic Background

Danyu Xia completed her PhD in Chemistry from Zhejiang University, China, under the supervision of Prof. Feihe Huang. Her doctoral research focused on responsive self-assemblies based on macrocycles, with a particular interest in their applications in various fields.

Professional Experience

Currently serving as an Associate Professor at Shanxi University, Danyu Xia supervises multiple students at different academic levels. Her research spans the realm of supramolecular self-assembly, supramolecular polymeric materials, and macrocycle-based host-guest interactions.

Research Focus

Danyu Xia’s research focuses on the development and application of supramolecular polymeric materials, particularly using pillararene-based architectures. Her work explores the synthesis and characterization of these materials, emphasizing their ability to form intricate networks through host-guest interactions. These supramolecular polymers exhibit promising applications, including efficient removal of dyes from water systems, highlighting their potential in environmental remediation. Xia’s investigations contribute significantly to the field of supramolecular chemistry, advancing our understanding of how macrocycle-based structures can be tailored for practical uses in water purification and other technological applications. 🌍

 

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