Prof. Ayaz Memon | Material Chemistry | Best Researcher Award
Associate Professor, University of Sindh, Pakistan
Ayaz Ali Memon is a highly esteemed researcher in the field of Analytical Chemistry, known for his significant contributions to the development of analytical methodologies for the determination of phenolic compounds from plant materials. He has a Ph.D. from the National Centre of Excellence in Analytical Chemistry, University of Sindh, and has garnered several prestigious fellowships for his research work in the UK and USA. πΏπ¬
Profile
Education
Ayaz Ali Memon’s academic journey is marked by his pursuit of excellence in Analytical Chemistry:
- Ph.D. (Analytical Chemistry) – National Centre of Excellence in Analytical Chemistry, University of Sindh, Jamshoro, Sindh, Pakistan (2012).
- Thesis: Development of Analytical Methodology for Determination of Phenolic Compounds from Plant Material.
- M.Sc. (Analytical Chemistry) – Dr. M.A. Kazi Institute of Chemistry, University of Sindh, Jamshoro, Sindh, Pakistan (2005).
- B.Sc. (Chemistry) – Dr. M.A. Kazi Institute of Chemistry, University of Sindh, Jamshoro, Sindh, Pakistan (2004). π
Experience
Ayaz Ali Memon has an extensive research background and professional experience:
- Ph.D. Research – National Centre of Excellence in Analytical Chemistry, University of Sindh, Jamshoro, Sindh, Pakistan (2006-2012).
- Visiting Fellowship (UK) – School of Bioscience, University of Nottingham, UK (April 2014 – July 2014).
- Project: Separation of isobaric organic compounds using the APCI/MSMS technique.
- Visiting Fellowship (USA) – Department of Nutrition and Food Science, University of Maryland, USA (April 2012 – June 2012).
- Project: Research at the Food Composition and Method Development Laboratory (FCMDL), USDA, ARS.
- IRSIP (HEC) Fellowship (USA) – Research work at FCMDL, USDA, ARS, USA (June 2010 – Nov 2010). ππ¬
Research Interest
Ayaz Ali Memonβs research interests revolve around:
- Development of analytical methodologies for phenolic compounds.
- Analytical chemistry with a focus on food science and nutrition.
- Application of advanced analytical techniques like APCI/MSMS for compound separation. πΏπ
Awards
Ayaz Ali Memon has been recognized for his exceptional research contributions:
- Visiting Fellowship Award – University of Nottingham, UK (April 2014 – July 2014).
- Fellowship Award – USDA, USA for research at FCMDL Lab, ARS, USDA, MD, USA (March 2012 – May 2012).
- IRSIP Fellowship Award – Collaboration of HEC, Pakistan and USDA, ARS, USA (June 2010 – February 2011).
- Vice Chancellor Silver Medal – For 1st position in Masters of Science in Analytical Chemistry (2004/05). π π
Publications Top Notes
Ayaz Ali Memon has published numerous influential papers in renowned journals:
- Phenolic acids profiling and antioxidant potential of mulberry leaves and fruits grown in Pakistan – Polish Journal of Food and Nutrition Sciences, 2010. (Cited by 235)
- Ultrafast ionic and molecular sieving through graphene oxide-based composite membranes – Desalination, 2021. (Cited by 85)
- Functionalized graphene oxide-based membranes for ultrafast molecular separation – Separation and Purification Technology, 2021. (Cited by 75)
- Phenolic compounds and seed oil composition of Ziziphus mauritiana L. fruit – Polish Journal of Food and Nutrition Sciences, 2012. (Cited by 72)
- Determination of free phenolic acids and antioxidant capacity of methanolic extracts from leaves and flowers of camel thorn – Natural Product Research, 2012. (Cited by 62)
- Simultaneous determination of quercetin, rutin, naringin, and naringenin in different fruits by capillary zone electrophoresis – Food Analytical Methods, 2017. (Cited by 61)