Despina Vamvuka | Chemical Engineering | Best Research Article Award

Prof Dr. Despina Vamvuka | Chemical Engineering | Best Research Article Award

Despina Vamvuka Technical University of Crete,Greece

Dr. Lala Gahramanli is a prominent physicist specializing in the technology of nanoparticles. With a Ph.D. from Baku State University, she has made significant contributions to nanotechnology research, particularly in the areas of semiconductor nanomaterials and nanocomposite materials.

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πŸŽ“ Education:

Dr. Gahramanli holds a Ph.D. in Physics and Technology of Nanoparticles from Baku State University (2018-2022). She earned her Master’s degree in Physics of Nanoparticles from the same institution (2014-2016) and completed her Bachelor’s degree in Physics in 2014.

πŸ’Ό Experience:

Currently, Dr. Gahramanli is a leading researcher at the Nano Research Laboratory, Baku State University (2022-present), where she investigates wastewater degradation processes and participates in national and international research projects. Previously, she was a junior researcher at the same lab (2019-2022), focusing on the synthesis and analysis of semiconductor nanomaterials.

πŸ”¬ Research Interests:

Dr. Gahramanli’s research interests include the properties and applications of binary and ternary semiconductor nanoparticles, thin films, nanocomposite materials, carbon-based nanomaterials, nanowires, and hybrid nanocatalysts. She is passionate about advancing nanotechnology and its applications in various fields.

πŸ† Awards:

Dr. Gahramanli has received several accolades, including winning the 2022-2023 grant competition announced by the Italian Government for foreign nationals and the 2022-2023 Young Scientist of the Year nomination dedicated to the Youth Day of the Republic of Azerbaijan.

πŸ“š Publications:

Dr. Gahramanli has 15 international journal publications and 36 national and international conference articles. Her work is well-cited, with an h-index of 4. Here are some of her notable publications:

  1. Synthesis and characterization of CuxCd1-xS nanocrystals into functionalized nitrile butadiene rubber matrix – Journal of the Chinese Chemical Society, 2024.
  2. Synthesis, structural and optical characterization of CdxZn1-xS/FNBR nanocomposites – ChemistrySelect, 2024.
  3. Surface Modification Strategies for Chrysin-Loaded Iron Oxide Nanoparticles to Boost Their Anti-Tumor Efficacy in Human Colon Carcinoma Cells – Journal of Functional Biomaterials, 2024.
  4. Molecular-dynamics modeling of structural stability of MAPbX3 (X= I-, CL-, BR-) as solar cells elements – Journal of Ovonic Research, 2024.
  5. Investigating the Effect of Thermal Annealing and Changing the Concentration of GO in GO/PVA Nanocomposites on Their Structural, Electrical, and Optical Properties – ChemEngineering, 2023.

Chemical Engineering

Introduction of Chemical Engineering

Chemical Engineering is a multidisciplinary field that integrates principles of chemistry, physics, mathematics, biology, economics, and engineering to design, develop, and optimize processes for transforming raw materials into valuable products. It plays a vital role in industries ranging from energy and chemicals to pharmaceuticals and materials.

Process Design and Optimization

Developing and refining processes to efficiently convert raw materials into desired products while minimizing resource consumption, energy usage, and environmental impact.

Reaction Engineering

Investigating chemical reactions and their kinetics, reactor design, and optimization to enhance yields, selectivity, and efficiency in chemical and biochemical processes.

Transport Phenomena

Studying the movement of mass, energy, and momentum in various systems to optimize unit operations like heat exchangers, fluid flow, and mass transfer processes critical in chemical engineering.

Environmental Engineering and Sustainability

Addressing environmental challenges by designing processes that minimize pollution, waste, and resource depletion, promoting sustainable practices within chemical and related industries.

Materials and Polymer Engineering

Focusing on the design, synthesis, and properties of materials, especially polymers, to develop new materials with improved performance and applications in diverse fields such as packaging, automotive, and healthcare.