Dr. Ruby Aslam | Material Science | Women Researcher Award

Dr. Ruby Aslam ,Chongqing University of Science and Technology, China , India

Dr. Ruby Aslam is a distinguished researcher and academician with expertise in applied chemistry and corrosion science. With over 5.5 years of post-Ph.D. experience, including postdoctoral research at Chongqing University of Science and Technology, China, she has made significant contributions to green corrosion inhibitors and hybrid anti-corrosive coatings. Dr. Aslam has published 114 works, including 62 research/review articles and 52 book chapters, with a highest impact factor of 16. Her work has garnered over 2,479 citations, achieving an h-index of 28. She serves as a topic editor for Frontiers in Chemistry and holds memberships in prestigious societies. Her passion for teaching and research has earned her accolades such as the ICC-CSCP Young Scientist Award (2024) and IAAM Scientist Medal (2023). Currently, she is Co-PI on multiple international research projects exploring sustainable solutions for corrosion inhibition, contributing extensively to both academia and industry.

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Summary of Suitability for Award:

Dr. Ruby Aslam stands out as an exemplary candidate for the “Women Researcher Award” due to her remarkable achievements in the field of applied chemistry and corrosion science. With an impressive academic background, including a Ph.D. in Applied Chemistry, she has excelled in research and teaching over her 5.5 years of post-Ph.D. experience. Her innovative work on green corrosion inhibitors and sustainable hybrid coatings demonstrates her commitment to addressing global challenges in environmental sustainability and material science. Her achievements reflect not only her academic and professional excellence but also her commitment to addressing pressing global challenges. Recognizing her with this award would celebrate her dedication and inspire further advancements in sustainable research.

🎓Education:

Dr. Ruby Aslam’s academic journey is marked by excellence in chemistry and applied chemistry. She completed her Ph.D. in Applied Chemistry from Aligarh Muslim University (AMU), India, in 2018, focusing on sustainable corrosion inhibitors. Prior to this, she earned an M.Phil. in Applied Chemistry (2014) and an M.Sc. in Chemistry (2012) from AMU. Her educational foundation was laid with a B.Sc. in Science from MJP Rohilkhand University, Bareilly, India, in 2009. Dr. Aslam’s academic pursuits were supported by prestigious fellowships, including the Maulana Azad National Fellowship for both Junior and Senior Research Fellowships during her M.Phil. and Ph.D. Her multidisciplinary knowledge spans analytical chemistry, corrosion science, and biodegradable surfactants, underpinning her diverse research interests. Her strong academic foundation and technical skills have enabled her to excel in postdoctoral research and international collaborations, making her a prominent name in the field of green chemistry.

🏢Work Experience:

Dr. Ruby Aslam has an impressive professional trajectory, combining research and teaching in applied chemistry and corrosion science. She currently serves as a Postdoctoral Fellow at Chongqing University of Science and Technology, China, focusing on novel green corrosion inhibitors for carbon steel. Previously, she was a Research Associate (CSIR) at Aligarh Muslim University, India, where she worked on sustainable corrosion inhibitors for three years (2019–2022). Her teaching credentials include a 1.2-year tenure as Assistant Professor of Chemistry at Gagan College of Management and Technology, Aligarh, where she taught undergraduate courses. Additionally, she contributed as a Project Associate for DST-SERB-funded research on biodegradable surfactants. Dr. Aslam has co-led five research projects funded by prestigious institutions like King Abdulaziz University and the University of Jeddah. Her combined research and teaching experience, complemented by technical expertise, make her a well-rounded academic and scientist.

🏅Awards: 

Dr. Ruby Aslam’s remarkable contributions to science and education have earned her several accolades. She was honored with the ICC-CSCP Young Scientist Award (2024) in Xi’an, China, and the prestigious IAAM Scientist Medal (2023) by the International Association of Advanced Materials, Sweden. She received the AMPP EMERG Travel Assistance Award (2023) to present her work at the AMPP Conference + Expo in Denver, Colorado. During her Ph.D., she was awarded the Maulana Azad National Fellowship for both Junior and Senior Research Fellowships by the UGC, India. Additionally, her postdoctoral research was supported by the CSIR Research Associate Fellowship (2019–2022). Dr. Aslam has also been recognized for her editorial contributions as a topic editor for Frontiers in Chemistry and as an editorial board member for the Journal of Modern Polymer Chemistry and Materials. These accolades highlight her impactful research and academic leadership.

🔬Research Focus:

Dr. Ruby Aslam’s research centers on sustainable solutions in applied chemistry, particularly in corrosion science. Her key areas of interest include the development of environmentally friendly green chemicals as anticorrosive materials, smart stimuli-responsive hybrid anti-corrosive coatings, and exploring the effects of additives on established corrosion inhibitors. She has also focused on the synthesis and characterization of biodegradable surfactants, emphasizing their micellization and physiological studies. Her research combines experimental techniques such as spectrophotometry, potentiostat/galvanostat, SEM-EDS, and TEM with theoretical approaches like density functional theory (DFT). Dr. Aslam has successfully contributed to several international projects as Co-PI, working on innovative corrosion inhibition strategies using plant extracts and expired drugs. Her multidisciplinary expertise and commitment to addressing global challenges in material degradation and environmental sustainability have positioned her as a leader in green chemistry and anti-corrosion research.

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