Dr. Imran Aslam | Materials Chemistry | Associate Professor at Department of Physics, GC Women University Sialkot , Pakistan
Dr. Imran Aslam is an Associate Professor (BPS-20) at the Department of Physics, GC Women University, Sialkot, Pakistan. With over 15 years of teaching and research experience, he has authored 60+ research articles in international peer-reviewed journals, accumulating 3250 citations, an H-index of 27, and an i10-index of 47. His research specializes in nano- heterostructured materials for energy storage, environmental applications, and density functional theory (DFT). He serves as a reviewer for prestigious journals like Scientific Reports (Nature), Journal of Crystal Growth, and Chemosphere. As an HEC-approved PhD supervisor, he has supervised 11 MS students and 4 PhD candidates. He has also been a keynote speaker at multiple international conferences. His contributions to academia have earned him accolades such as the CAS President’s International Fellowship (2016) and the Quaid-e-Azam Gold Medal Award (2020).
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Summary of Suitability for Award:
Dr. Imran Aslam, an Associate Professor at GC Women University Sialkot, is a distinguished researcher in the field of nanomaterials and energy storage. With over 15 years of research and teaching experience, he has authored/co-authored more than 60 research articles in high-impact international journals, accumulating a total impact factor of 300 and over 3,250 citations (H-index: 27, i10-index: 47). His extensive research contributions span the synthesis and characterization of micro/nano heterostructured materials, photocatalysis, supercapacitors, and density functional theory (DFT). Additionally, he serves as a reviewer for multiple reputed journals and is an HEC-approved Ph.D. supervisor. His role as an invited speaker at international conferences further highlights his expertise. Dr. Imran Aslam’s significant contributions to material science, coupled with his prolific publication record, high citation impact, and leadership in research supervision, make him an outstanding candidate for the “Best Researcher Award.” His dedication to advancing nanotechnology and sustainable energy solutions further strengthens his suitability for this prestigious recognition.
🎓Education:
Dr. Imran Aslam holds a Postdoctoral Fellowship (2017) from the National Centre for Nanoscience and Technology (NCNST), Chinese Academy of Sciences. He earned his PhD (2015) from the Beijing Institute of Technology, China, as a recipient of the CSC Scholarship (2011-2015). His M.Phil. (2010) degree is from GC University, Lahore, Pakistan, where he was awarded the M.Phil. Fellowship at Salam Chair in Physics. Prior to that, he completed his M.Sc. (2008) in Physics from the University of the Punjab, Lahore. His academic achievements also include the Distinguished Student Award (2013/2014) at Beijing Institute of Technology, China. Throughout his education, Dr. Aslam has demonstrated a strong focus on nanotechnology, energy storage, photocatalysis, and computational material science, laying the foundation for his extensive research career.
🏢Work Experience:
Dr. Imran Aslam has an extensive 15-year career in academia and research. Currently, he is an Associate Professor at GC Women University, Sialkot. He has previously served as Resident Officer (2020-2023), Convener of the Mess Committee (2021-2023), Technical Evaluation Committee (2020-2023), and Events Management Committee (2022-2023) at UET Lahore, Narowal Campus. Additionally, he was MPhil Coordinator and Exam Superintendent (2015-2016) at the University of Gujrat. His contributions extend to exam coordination, admissions, and scholarship programs at GCWUS. He is an external examiner for MS/PhD theses at multiple universities, including University of Gujrat, Riphah International University, and The University of Chenab. As a co-PI of an HEC-funded project worth 9.4 million rupees, his expertise also spans research administration. Dr. Aslam actively reviews manuscripts for top-tier journals, ensuring quality contributions to the scientific community.
🏅Awards:
Dr. Imran Aslam has received numerous national and international accolades in recognition of his academic and research contributions. In 2020, he was awarded the Quaid-e-Azam Gold Medal by Istehkam-e-Pakistan Foundation. His international recognition includes the CAS President’s International Fellowship Initiative (PIFI) 2016 for postdoctoral studies at the Chinese Academy of Sciences. As a PhD scholar at Beijing Institute of Technology, he was honored with the Distinguished Student Award (2013/2014) and the CSC Scholarship (2011-2015). During his M.Phil. at GC University, Lahore, he secured a fellowship at Salam Chair in Physics. His consistent excellence in research and leadership in various academic roles has further solidified his reputation as a distinguished scientist in materials science, photocatalysis, and nanotechnology.
🔬Research Focus:
Dr. Imran Aslam’s research is centered on the synthesis and characterization of micro/nano heterostructured materials using cost-effective methods. His work explores optical, photoluminescence, and energy storage properties with applications in supercapacitors and lithium-ion batteries. Additionally, his expertise extends to photocurrent response, incident photo-to-current conversion efficiency (IPCE), and photocatalytic hydrogen production via water-splitting. His environmental research involves photo-degradation processes for pollutant removal. He also conducts computational studies using Density Functional Theory (DFT) to predict and optimize material properties for various energy applications. His contributions have significantly advanced material science, nanotechnology, and environmental sustainability. His findings are published in high-impact journals, and he collaborates internationally to push the frontiers of nano-engineered materials.
Publication Top Notes:
Multifunctional g-C₃N₄ Nanofibers: A Template-Free Fabrication and Enhanced Optical, Electrochemical, and Photocatalyst Properties
Citations: 412
Tubular graphitic-C₃N₄: A Prospective Material for Energy Storage and Green Photocatalysis
Citations: 275
High-Valence-State NiO/Co₃O₄ Nanoparticles on Nitrogen-Doped Carbon for Oxygen Evolution at Low Overpotential
Citations: 239
Synthesis of Novel ZnV₂O₄ Hierarchical Nanospheres and Their Applications as Electrochemical Supercapacitor and Hydrogen Storage Material
Citations: 183
Template-Free Synthesis of CuS Nanosheet-Based Hierarchical Microspheres: An Efficient Natural Light Driven Photocatalyst
Citations: 174
Green Synthesis of TiO₂ Nanoparticles Using Lemon Peel Extract: Their Optical and Photocatalytic Properties
Citations: 147
Bifunctional Catalysts of Co₃O₄@GCN Tubular Nanostructured (TNS) Hybrids for Oxygen and Hydrogen Evolution Reactions
Citations: 143
Large-Scale Production of Novel g-C₃N₄ Microstrings with High Surface Area and Versatile Photodegradation Ability
Citations: 129
A Novel Z-Scheme WO₃/CdWO₄ Photocatalyst with Enhanced Visible-Light Photocatalytic Activity for the Degradation of Organic Pollutants
Citations: 128
One-Dimensional Graphitic Carbon Nitrides as Effective Metal-Free Oxygen Reduction Catalysts
Citations: 101
The Synergistic Effect Between WO₃ and g-C₃N₄ Towards Efficient Visible-Light-Driven Photocatalytic Performance
Citations: 95