Prof. Dr. Zhou Xu | Analytical Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Zhou Xu | Analytical Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Zhou Xu , Analytical Chemistry , Assistant Dean at Changsha University of Science & Technology, China

Dr. Zhou Xu is a distinguished Professor and Assistant Dean at the School of Food Science and Bioengineering, Changsha University of Science and Technology. He earned his Ph.D. in Physical Chemistry from Jiangnan University Specializing in food safety, bio sensing, and nanomaterials, Dr. Xu has led numerous national research projects focused on food quality monitoring and rapid detection technologies. With a proven record of innovative research, he has published extensively in top-tier journals like ACS Sensors, Analytical Chemistry, and Chemical Engineering Journal. His pioneering work in biosensors, nanozymes, and magnetic relaxation sensors has earned him multiple research grants and provincial awards. Dr. Xu is recognized for integrating interdisciplinary approaches involving chemistry, biology, and materials science to address critical food safety challenges. His leadership in scientific research and education continues to influence advancements in food science, public health, and nanotechnology applications.

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Summary of Suitability for Award:

Prof. Zhou Xu is highly suitable for nomination for the “Best Researcher Award.” He holds a Ph.D. in Physical Chemistry (2013) from Jiangnan University and currently serves as a Professor and Assistant Dean at the School of Food Science and Bioengineering, Changsha University of Science and Technology. His academic trajectory—from Lecturer to Professor—demonstrates steady and significant advancement based on merit. His research focus on biosensors, food safety detection, magnetic relaxation sensors, and nanozyme-based immunoassays has led to high-impact publications in prestigious journals like ACS Sensors, Analyst, Analytical Chemistry, and Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry. Notably, many of his papers are published as first or corresponding author, reflecting his leadership in research projects. He has secured multiple national and provincial research grants totaling millions of RMB, notably presiding over projects under China’s National Key Research and Development Program. His ability to independently lead large-scale, cutting-edge research initiatives and translate them into real-world food safety applications highlights his excellence in innovation, scientific contribution, and societal impact.

🎓Education:

Dr. Zhou Xu began his academic journey with a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Biotechnology from Central South University of Forestry and Technology (2001–2005). He then pursued a Master of Science (M.S.) in Processing and Storage of Agricultural Products from the same university, graduating in 2009. Building on this strong foundation, Dr. Xu earned his Ph.D. in Food Nutrition and Safety (Physical Chemistry) from Jiangnan University in March 2013. His doctoral research focused on advanced methodologies for food quality assurance and safety analysis. Throughout his education, Dr. Xu consistently demonstrated excellence, laying the groundwork for a successful academic and research career. His interdisciplinary background spanning biotechnology, food science, and physical chemistry uniquely positions him to address complex issues at the intersection of food safety, nanotechnology, and biosensor development. His education equipped him with diverse skills crucial for his innovative contributions to food science research and technology.

🏢Work Experience:

Dr. Zhou Xu’s academic career began in January 2014 as a Lecturer at Changsha University of Science and Technology. His dedication and research achievements led to his promotion to Associate Professor in August 2018, and then to full Professor in January 2022. Currently, he also serves as the Assistant Dean of the School of Food Science and Bioengineering. Over the years, he has successfully led multiple major research projects funded by national and provincial agencies, focusing on intelligent food safety monitoring, rapid detection technologies, and biosensors. Dr. Xu’s professional journey reflects his strong leadership, mentorship of young researchers, and innovative project management. His deep expertise in bio sensing and nanomaterials has significantly advanced the field of food safety detection. Under his leadership, the university’s research capacity in biosensor technology has expanded greatly. He actively collaborates across disciplines to drive technological innovations addressing real-world food safety challenges.

🏅Awards: 

Dr. Zhou Xu has garnered numerous accolades throughout his illustrious career. He has been the recipient of the prestigious Fund for Excellent Youth of Hunan Province, recognizing his outstanding contributions to biosensor development for food safety (2022–2025). His projects have also secured significant funding from major national agencies, including the National Natural Science Foundation of China and the Natural Science Foundation of Hunan Province. Dr. Xu’s innovative work in food quality detection technologies has been praised for its practical impact and scientific excellence. His consistent success in obtaining competitive research grants highlights his reputation as a leading researcher in his field. Moreover, his work has earned him recognition in academic and government circles as a key contributor to the advancement of intelligent food safety monitoring systems. These awards and honors underline Dr. Xu’s exceptional dedication to scientific innovation, research excellence, and societal impact in the field of food science.

🔬Research Focus:

Dr. Zhou Xu’s research centers on the development of innovative biosensors and nanotechnology-based solutions for food safety detection. His work integrates magnetic relaxation switch sensors, nanozyme-based immunoassays, and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) to enhance sensitivity and speed in detecting contaminants like aflatoxin B1, cadmium ions, and bisphenol A. By designing intelligent detection platforms based on the Internet of Things (IoT) and advanced materials, Dr. Xu aims to revolutionize food quality supervision and rapid analysis. His studies focus heavily on improving catalytic mechanisms, developing dual-mode immunosensors (fluorescence and magnetic sensing), and constructing biomimetic materials for enhanced assay performance. Through interdisciplinary collaborations, Dr. Xu bridges chemistry, biology, and material science to address major food safety challenges. His research not only advances academic knowledge but also directly impacts industrial practices and public health regulations. Dr. Xu is committed to pioneering practical, scalable technologies for real-time food safety monitoring.

Publication Top Notes:

1.Title: Alanine Substitution to Determine the Effect of LR5 and YR6 Rice Peptide Structure on Antioxidant and Anti-Inflammatory Activity

2.Title: Formation and Characterization of Self-Assembled Rice Protein Hydrolysate Nanoparticles as Soy Isoflavone Delivery Systems

3.Title: Target-modulated UCNPs-AChE assembly equipped with microenvironment-responsive immunosensor
Authors: Zhou Xu et al.

4.Title: Peroxidase-mimetic activity of a nanozyme with uniformly dispersed Fe₃O₄ NPs supported by mesoporous graphitized carbon for determination of glucose

5.Title: Three-dimensional assembly and disassembly of Fe₃O₄-decorated porous carbon nanocomposite with enhanced transversal relaxation for magnetic resonance sensing of bisphenol A

6.Title: Assembly of USPIO/MOF nanoparticles with high proton relaxation rates for ultrasensitive magnetic resonance sensing

7.Title: Metal Organic Frame-Upconverting Nanoparticle Assemblies for the FRET Based Sensor Detection of Bisphenol A in High-Salt Foods

8.Title: Extraction of antioxidant peptides from rice dreg protein hydrolysate via an angling method

9.Title: A nanozyme-linked immunosorbent assay based on metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) for sensitive detection of aflatoxin B₁

10.Title: Aptamer-enhanced fluorescence determination of bisphenol A after magnetic solid-phase extraction using Fe₃O₄@SiO₂@aptamer

11.Title: Recent Advances in Porphyrin-Based Materials for Metal Ions Detection

12.Title: Metal-Organic Frameworks of MIL-100(Fe, Cr) and MIL-101(Cr) for Aromatic Amines Adsorption from Aqueous Solutions

Prof. Dr. Mahmoud Omar | Analytical Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Mahmoud Omar | Analytical Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Mahmoud Omar , Faculty of pharmacy, Taibah University , Egypt

Dr. Mahmoud Ahmed Omar Hassan is a distinguished Professor specializing in Pharmacognosy and Pharmaceutical Chemistry. Currently serving at the College of Pharmacy, Taibah University, Saudi Arabia, he brings extensive expertise in analytical chemistry and pharmaceutical sciences. His research emphasizes innovative analytical methods and the determination of pharmaceutical compounds in diverse matrices. With over two decades of teaching and research, Dr. Hassan has significantly contributed to pharmacy education, mentoring students in analytical and pharmaceutical chemistry. He is widely published, with impactful work on spectro fluorimetry, spectrophotometry, chromatography, and voltammetry. His contributions enhance drug quality assurance and pharmaceutical analysis.

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Summary of Suitability for Award:

Dr. Mahmoud Ahmed Omar Hassan is an exemplary candidate for the “Best Researcher Awards” due to his extensive contributions to pharmaceutical analytical chemistry. With over 25 years of experience in academia and research, he has demonstrated unparalleled expertise in developing innovative analytical methods. His research addresses critical challenges in drug analysis, including determination in pharmaceutical formulations and biological fluids, with a strong focus on green chemistry and quality assurance. Dr. Hassan’s prolific publication record includes high-impact articles in peer-reviewed journals, showcasing groundbreaking work in spectrofluorimetry, chromatography, and photoluminescence. He has also been a mentor and educator, teaching advanced courses and shaping future scientists.

🎓Education:

Dr. Mahmoud Ahmed Omar Hassan holds a Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences (Pharmaceutical Analytical Chemistry) from Minia University, Egypt, completed in 2005. His doctoral research emphasized advanced analytical techniques for pharmaceutical applications. He earned his Master’s degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences (Pharmaceutical Analytical Chemistry) from Assiut University, Egypt, in 1999, focusing on drug analysis and quality control. He began his academic journey with a Bachelor’s degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences from Al-Azhar University, Egypt, in 1994. His comprehensive educational foundation underpins his expertise in analytical chemistry, making him a leader in pharmaceutical education and research.

🏢Work Experience:

Dr. Hassan’s career spans over 25 years in academia and research. He started as a Demonstrator at Al-Azhar University in 1995, progressing to Associate Lecturer by 1999. He joined Minia University in 1999, where he served as an Assistant Professor until 2010, later becoming an Associate Professor (2010–2015) and Professor (2015–2019). In 2019, he joined Taibah University, Saudi Arabia, as a Professor in the Pharmacognosy and Pharmaceutical Chemistry Department, where he teaches pharmaceutical analytical chemistry and technology courses. His vast teaching experience and mentorship have shaped future leaders in pharmaceutical sciences.

🏅Awards: 

Dr. Hassan has been recognized for his contributions to pharmaceutical sciences and education. He received accolades for research excellence at Minia University and was honored at Taibah University for advancing pharmaceutical analysis techniques. His innovative teaching methods and mentorship earned him recognition from students and academic institutions alike. Dr. Hassan’s achievements reflect his dedication to advancing analytical chemistry and his impactful role in enhancing pharmaceutical education and research.

🔬Research Focus:

Dr. Hassan specializes in developing innovative analytical methods for pharmaceutical analysis. His work focuses on determining drugs in pure forms, pharmaceutical formulations, and biological fluids using advanced techniques like spectrofluorimetry, spectrophotometry, voltammetry, and chromatography. He is committed to promoting green analytical chemistry and improving drug quality assurance practices. His research aims to address global challenges in pharmaceutical analysis, ensuring the efficacy and safety of drugs.

Publication Top Notes:

Use of charge-transfer complexation in the spectrophotometric analysis of certain cephalosporins

Authors: GA Saleh, HF Askal, MF Radwan, MA Omar

Citations: 159

Year: 2001

Kinetic spectrofluorimetric determination of certain cephalosporins in human plasma

Authors: MA Omar, OH Abdelmageed, TZ Attia

Citations: 88

Year: 2009

Development and validation of HPLC method for simultaneous determination of amlodipine, valsartan, hydrochlorothiazide in dosage form and spiked human plasma

Authors: EG Samya M, A Osama H, D Sayed M

Citations: 77

Year: 2012

Validated spectrofluorimetric method for determination of selected aminoglycosides

Authors: MA Omar, HM Ahmed, MA Hammad, SM Derayea

Citations: 54

Year: 2015

Development of spectrofluorimetric method for determination of certain aminoglycoside drugs in dosage forms and human plasma through condensation with ninhydrin and phenyl

Authors: MA Omar, MA Hammad, DM Nagy, AA Aly

Citations: 51

Year: 2015

Development and validation of a new spectrofluorimetric method for the determination of some beta-blockers through fluorescence quenching of eosin Y. Application to content

Authors: SM Derayea, MA Omar, MAK Abdel-Lateef, AI Hassan

Citations: 48

Year: 2016

Spectrophotometric and spectrofluorimetric determination of certain diuretics through ternary complex formation with eosin and lead (II)

Authors: MA Omar

Citations: 42

Year: 2010

Kinetic spectrophotometric determination of certain cephalosporins in pharmaceutical formulations

Authors: MA Omar, OH Abdelmageed, TZ Attia

Citations: 37

Year: 2009

Validated spectrophotometric methods for determination of certain aminoglycosides in pharmaceutical formulations

Authors: MA Omar, DM Nagy, MA Hammad, AA Aly

Citations: 35

Year: 2013

Studying the association complex formation of atomoxetine and fluvoxamine with eosin Y and its application in their fluorimetric determination

Authors: SM Derayea, MA Omar, AA Abu-Hassan

Citations: 33

Year: 2018