Ismail Othman | Chemistry | Excellence in Research Award

Excellence in Research Award

Ismail Othman
Al-Azhar University Faculty Of Science Assiut Branch

Ismail Othman
Affiliation Al-Azhar University Faculty Of Science Assiut Branch
Country Egypt
Scopus ID 36837795100
Documents 35
Citations 1,014
h-index 17
Subject Area Chemistry
Event International PopularScientist Awards
ORCID 0000-0002-8549-4016

Ismail OthmanΒ  the Excellence in Research Award profile presents the research activity of Ismail Othman in the context of a documented chemistry publication record. The supplied publications demonstrate work on heterocyclic compound synthesis, structural characterization, computational investigations, environmentally oriented synthetic approaches, and in vitro biological evaluation.[2] The profile is intended as an academic recognition article based on the research information and publications provided.

Abstract

Ismail Othman is a chemistry researcher associated with Al-Azhar University Faculty Of Science Assiut Branch in Egypt. The supplied research profile records 35 documents, 1,014 citations, and an h-index of 17. His recent publication activity includes studies of nitrogen- and sulfur-containing heterocyclic systems, one-pot and microwave-assisted synthetic methods, computational investigations, structural characterization, and in vitro biological evaluation. The documented articles include research published in ChemistrySelect and Synthetic Communications, with publications spanning 2024 through 2026 in the supplied record.[1][2][3]

Keywords

Ismail Othman; chemistry; heterocyclic chemistry; organic synthesis; medicinal chemistry; pyrazoles; pyrimidines; pyridazines; thiazoles; quinazoline; computational chemistry; biological activity; antimicrobial research; one-pot synthesis; microwave-assisted synthesis; green chemistry.

Introduction

Heterocyclic chemistry encompasses the preparation and study of compounds containing rings with one or more heteroatoms, and such structures are frequently investigated because of their diverse chemical properties and potential biological relevance. The supplied publication record for Ismail Othman reflects research within this broad area, particularly involving nitrogen- and sulfur-containing heterocyclic frameworks and synthetic strategies designed to access structurally diverse compounds.[2]

Research Profile

The supplied bibliometric profile identifies 35 documents, 1,014 citations, and an h-index of 17 under Scopus Author ID 36837795100. These metrics provide quantitative indicators of indexed publication and citation activity, although they do not by themselves describe the methodological quality, significance, or practical effect of individual studies. The profile is therefore considered alongside the documented publication subjects and venues.[1][2][5]

Research Contributions

The supplied publications document several recurring research approaches. One group concerns the synthesis of new heterocyclic scaffolds through one-pot procedures, including pyridine, pyrimidine, pyrazole, triazolopyrimidine, benzimidazopyrimidine, and pyrazolopyrimidine systems.[1][3][5]

  • Investigation of one-pot synthetic strategies for the preparation of structurally diverse heterocyclic compounds.[1]
  • Application of microwave-assisted three-component synthesis to thiazolopyrimidine and pyrazolopyrimidine systems.[3]
  • Synthesis and characterization of pyrazoles, pyridazines, and thiazoles containing a quinazoline scaffold, together with computational and biological investigations.[2]
  • Investigation of an acetic-acid-catalyzed approach toward fused heterocyclic compounds described as an eco-friendly synthetic method.[5]
  • Exploration of biological activity associated with newly synthesized compounds through in vitro evaluation reported in the supplied publications.[2][3]

Publications

The following publications are drawn from the research records supplied for this article. DOI identifiers are provided as persistent links to the corresponding publication records.

  1. Highly Efficient One-Pot Synthesis of New Theino[2,3-b] Pyridine and Pyrimido[1,2-a]Pyrimidine Scaffolds as Potential Antimicrobial Activity. ChemistrySelect, 2026.
  2. Synthesis, Characterization, Computational Studies and In Vitro Biological Effects of Novel Pyrazoles, Pyridazines, Thiazoles Containing a Quinazoline Scaffold. ChemistrySelect, 2025.
  3. Efficient synthesis and in vitro biological activity of some novel thiazolopyrimidines and pyrazolopyrimidines via a microwave-assisted one-pot three component reaction. Synthetic Communications, 2025.

Research Impact

The supplied Scopus profile reports 1,014 citations and an h-index of 17 across 35 documents. These bibliometric values provide a quantitative description of the indexed research record at the time represented by the supplied data. Citation counts and h-index values can change as databases are updated, and they should be interpreted as indicators of scholarly visibility rather than as complete measures of research quality or societal impact.[1][2][3][4][5]

Award Suitability

The supplied profile contains several elements commonly documented in an academic recognition record: a defined subject area, institutional affiliation, an indexed author identifier, bibliometric indicators, and identifiable peer-reviewed publications. The recent publication set covers multiple aspects of heterocyclic chemistry, including synthesis, characterization, computational studies, biological evaluation, one-pot reactions, microwave-assisted procedures, and approaches described by the authors as greener or eco-friendly methods.[2][3][4][5]

Conclusion

Ismail Othman’s supplied research profile represents a chemistry publication record focused substantially on synthetic and heterocyclic chemistry, with associated computational and biological investigations. The documented publications from 2024 to 2026 include several one-pot synthetic approaches and studies of newly prepared heterocyclic systems, while the supplied Scopus indicators record 35 documents, 1,014 citations, and an h-index of 17. Together, these data provide the basis for an academic recognition profile centered on documented research activity and scholarly outputs.

References

  1. Crossref. (2026). Highly Efficient One-Pot Synthesis of New Theino[2,3-b] Pyridine and Pyrimido[1,2-a]Pyrimidine Scaffolds as Potential Antimicrobial Activity. ChemistrySelect.
    https://doi.org/10.1002/slct.202506623
  2. Crossref. (2025). Synthesis, Characterization, Computational Studies and In Vitro Biological Effects of Novel Pyrazoles, Pyridazines, Thiazoles Containing a Quinazoline Scaffold. ChemistrySelect.
    https://doi.org/10.1002/slct.202501583
  3. Crossref. (2025). Efficient synthesis and in vitro biological activity of some novel thiazolopyrimidines and pyrazolopyrimidines via a microwave-assisted one-pot three component reaction. Synthetic Communications.
    https://doi.org/10.1080/00397911.2025.2535610
  4. Crossref. (2024). A Greener Process for the Synthesis of Base-Catalyzed Substituted Pyrazoles and Triazolopyrimidines as Prospective Biological Activity. ChemistrySelect.
    https://doi.org/10.1002/slct.202405011
  5. Crossref. (2024). One-pot synthesis of new benzo[4,5]imidazo[1,2-a]pyrimidines and pyrazolo[1,5-a]pyrimidines as an eco-friendly and effective method catalyzed by acetic acid with prospective antimicrobial agents. Synthetic Communications.
    https://doi.org/10.1080/00397911.2024.2419872
  6. Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Ismail Othman, Author ID 36837795100. Scopus.
    https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=36837795100

Rebecca Houston | Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Best Researcher Award

Rebecca Houston
Queensland University of Technology, Australia

Rebecca Houston
Affiliation Queensland University of Technology
Country Australia
Scopus ID 58291888500
Documents 3
Citations 13
h-index 2
Subject Area Chemistry
Event International Popular Scientist Awards
ORCID 0009-0002-9676-1594

Rebecca Houston is a researcher affiliated with Queensland University of Technology in Australia whose documented scholarly work includes chemistry-related research involving nanostructured materials, adsorption processes, environmental remediation, and electrochemical sensing. Her publication record includes research on alumina nanofibers for the removal of mercury(II) and lead(II) from aqueous solutions and work concerning a nanostructured electrochemical immunosensor for monitoring L-phenylalanine. The available bibliographic profile records 3 documents, 13 citations, and an h-index of 2.

Abstract

This article presents an academic recognition profile for Rebecca Houston, a researcher affiliated with Queensland University of Technology, Australia, in the field of Chemistry. Her documented research includes the application of alumina nanofibers as adsorbents for the removal of mercury(II) and lead(II) from aqueous solutions, as well as the development of a nanostructured electrochemical immunosensor for selective monitoring of L-phenylalanine in phenylketonuria patients. The former study was published in Minerals in 2023 and reports research on adsorption-based approaches to the treatment of contaminated aqueous systems.[1] The available scholarly record indicates 3 documents, 13 citations, and an h-index of 2.

Keywords

  • Chemistry
  • Nanomaterials
  • Alumina nanofibers
  • Adsorption
  • Environmental remediation
  • Electrochemical immunosensors
  • Phenylalanine detection

Introduction

Rebecca Houston’s available publication record reflects research at the intersection of materials chemistry, environmental applications, and analytical sensing. One documented publication examines alumina nanofibers as adsorbent materials for the removal of mercury(II) and lead(II), two metal contaminants relevant to water-quality research. The study appeared in Minerals in 2023 and is identified by DOI 10.3390/min13050654.[1]

Research Profile

The available bibliographic information places Houston’s research within Chemistry, with documented work spanning nanostructured materials, adsorption, environmental contaminant removal, and electrochemical biosensing. Her publication on alumina nanofibers addresses the use of engineered materials for adsorption from aqueous solutions, while the immunosensor research applies nanostructured electrochemical methodology to selective molecular monitoring.[1][2]

Research Contributions

The documented contributions can be grouped into two principal research directions:

  • Environmental materials research: The study of alumina nanofibers investigates their application as adsorbents for mercury(II) and lead(II) removal from aqueous solutions, contributing to research on material-assisted approaches to water treatment.[1]
  • Analytical and biomedical sensing: The reported electrochemical immunosensor research focuses on selective monitoring of L-phenylalanine and demonstrates an application of nanostructured electrochemical technology to analytical measurement associated with phenylketonuria.[2]
  • Interdisciplinary materials application: Taken together, the publications illustrate the use of nanostructured materials and analytical chemistry methods across environmental and biomedical research contexts.

Publications

The 2023 Minerals article lists Rebecca L. Houston, Eric R. Waclawik, and Sarina Sarina as contributors and is an open-access journal article identified by DOI 10.3390/min13050654.[1] The 2026 Microchimica Acta article lists Rebecca L. Houston, Eric C. Y. Law, and Emad L. Izake among its contributors and concerns selective electrochemical monitoring of L-phenylalanine.[2]

Research Impact

The reported bibliometric record comprises 3 documents, 13 citations, and an h-index of 2. Citation counts can provide one measure of scholarly visibility, but they do not independently capture research quality, practical implementation, collaboration, societal relevance, or contributions that may not yet be reflected in indexed databases.[1][2]

Award Suitability

The Best Researcher Award profile is associated with the International Popular Scientist Awards and presents Houston’s documented research activity in Chemistry. The available record provides evidence of peer-reviewed research involving nanostructured materials, environmental adsorption, and electrochemical sensing.[1][2]

Conclusion

Rebecca Houston’s documented research profile is situated within Chemistry and includes work on nanostructured materials for environmental remediation and electrochemical sensing applications. Her publication record includes the study of alumina nanofibers for mercury(II) and lead(II) adsorption and research on an electrochemical immunosensor for selective L-phenylalanine monitoring.[1][2] The available profile records 3 documents, 13 citations, and an h-index of 2, providing a concise bibliometric overview of the indexed research record.

References

  1. Houston, Rebecca L.; Waclawik, Eric R.; Sarina, Sarina. (2023). Application of Alumina Nanofibers as Adsorbents for the Removal of Mercury (II) and Lead (II) from Aqueous Solutions. Minerals, 13(5), 654.
    https://doi.org/10.3390/min13050654
  2. Houston, Rebecca L.; Law, Eric C. Y.; Izake, Emad L. (2026). Ultra-sensitive nanostructured electrochemical immunosensor for selective monitoring of L-phenylalanine in phenylketonuria patients. Microchimica Acta.
  3. Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Rebecca Houston, Author ID 58291888500. Scopus.
    https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=58291888500
  4. ORCID. (n.d.). ORCID record for Rebecca Houston. ORCID.
    https://orcid.org/0009-0002-9676-1594

Samson Abagale | Chemical Ecology | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Samson Abagale | Chemical Ecology | Best Researcher Award

C. K. Tedam University of Technology and Applied Sciences, Ghana

Prof. Samson Abah Abagale is an Associate Professor of Organic Chemistry at the Department of Applied Chemistry, School of Chemical and Biochemical Sciences, C. K. Tedam University of Technology and Applied Sciences (CKT-UTAS), Navrongo, Ghana. With a PhD in Organic Chemistry from Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (2017), his research focuses on natural products chemistry, chemical ecology, and indigenous chemical processes applied to crop protection and public health.

Profile:

πŸŽ“ Education Background:

  • PhD in Organic Chemistry (2017), KNUST
    Focus: Chemical Ecology & Crop Protection

  • MSc in Organic Chemistry (2008), KNUST
    Focus: Natural Products in Indigenous Processes

πŸ§ͺ Research Interests:

  • Natural Products Chemistry 🌿

  • Chemical Ecology 🐜

  • Indigenous Chemical Processes 🧬

  • Vector Control, Waste Management & Water Quality πŸ’§

πŸ“š Academic & Professional Roles:

  • Associate Professor (2021 – Present), CKT-UTAS

  • Former Dean at CKT-UTAS & UDS

  • Lecturer to Senior Lecturer roles across multiple institutions since 2010

  • Supervised numerous PhD, MPhil, and BSc students πŸŽ“

  • Reviewer & Examiner for academic journals and research theses πŸ“„

🌍 Research Impact & Grants:

  • 🌱 CRES Project Grant (2020–2026) – Climate Change & Ecosystem Resilience (DANIDA)

  • πŸŽ“ PhD Fellowship – Royal Society & Leverhulme Trust, UK

  • 🦟 Malaria Research Grant – Noguchi Memorial Institute

πŸ›οΈ Leadership & Service:

  • Dean of Academic Programmes & Quality Assurance, CKT-UTAS

  • Chairperson & Member of various academic and outreach committees

  • Active in curriculum quality assurance, postgraduate education, and institutional leadership

🌐 Conferences & Trainings Attended:

  • International Chemical Ecology Conference 🌿

  • Pan Africa Chemistry Network Congress 🌍

  • Leadership Seminars & IP Policy Development Workshops

πŸ§‘β€πŸ”¬ Professional Memberships:

  • Royal Society of Chemistry (UK) πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§

  • Ghana Science Association πŸ‡¬πŸ‡­

  • University Teachers Association of Ghana

  • Association of Health and Nutrition

πŸ“Š Citation Metrics:

  • πŸ“„ Total Publications: 9

  • πŸ“‘ Total Citations: 127 (from 121 citing documents)

  • πŸ“ˆ h-index: 5

Publication:

  • Synergistic enhancement of natural mosquito repellents through matrix interactions: Insights from GC-MS and bioassays