Rehana Shahin | Artificial Photosynthesis | Women Researcher Award

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Ms. Rehana Shahin | Artificial Photosynthesis | Women Researcher Award

2.5 years at MMMUT Gorakhpur, India

I am a passionate and dedicated Ph.D. candidate in Chemistry at Madan Mohan Malaviya University of Technology, specializing in synthetic organic chemistry, biomimetic photocatalysis, and artificial photosynthesis for efficient solar energy conversion and CO2 fixation. My work focuses on developing cutting-edge photocatalysts for the transformation of solar energy into valuable chemical resources. Throughout my research career, I have collaborated with esteemed scientists and contributed to high-impact publications in renowned journals. I am committed to advancing renewable energy solutions and developing sustainable technologies for a greener future. 🌞🌱🔬

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Educational Background 🎓

  • Ph.D. (Chemistry) | Madan Mohan Malaviya University of Technology (MMMUT), Gorakhpur, India | 2022 – Present
    Thesis: “Revolutionizing Carbon Chemistry: Solar-Powered Organic Transformations and CO2 Conversion via Newly Designed Dynamic Photocatalysts”
    Supervisors: Prof. Rajesh Kumar Yadav (Top 2% Scientist in the World, Stanford University 2023-2024), Prof. Rajesh Kumar Verma.
  • M.Sc. in Organic Chemistry | Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Gorakhpur University (DDU), Gorakhpur, India | 2017
  • B.Sc. (PBC) | Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Gorakhpur University (DDU), Gorakhpur, India | 2015

Professional Experience 💼

As a Research Scholar in the Department of Chemistry and Environmental Science at MMMUT, I work on developing innovative photocatalysts for solar-driven chemical transformations. I focus on designing multifunctional materials for applications like artificial photosynthesis and CO2 conversion, aiming to address global energy and environmental challenges.
Under the guidance of Professors Rajesh Kumar Yadav and Rajesh Kumar Verma, I have made significant contributions to the field of photocatalysis, with a focus on synthesizing novel photocatalytic materials and exploring their applications in sustainable energy production and storage.

Research Interests 🔬

My research revolves around the following areas:

  • Synthetic Organic Chemistry: Developing innovative synthetic strategies for organic transformations. 🧪
  • Biomimetic Photocatalysis: Using nature-inspired systems to develop efficient photocatalysts for solar energy conversion. 🌞🔋
  • Artificial Photosynthesis: Mimicking natural photosynthesis to convert CO2 into valuable chemicals like formic acid. 🌿🌍
  • Solar Energy Conversion & Storage: Designing cutting-edge photocatalysts for sustainable energy storage solutions. ⚡
  • CO2 Fixation: Investigating strategies to convert atmospheric CO2 into useful organic compounds, addressing climate change challenges. 🌎

Publications 📚

  • Shahin, R., Yadav, R. K.*, Verma, R. K., Singh, S., Singh, N., Baeg, J. O., & Kim, J. (2024). Novel boron-fluorine functionalized SGCN as multifunctional heterogeneous synergistic photocatalyst for the synthesis of 3,5-diphenyl 1,2,4-thiadiazole derivatives and cofactor NADH regeneration engineering. Journal of Molecular Structure, 2024, accepted for publication. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.molstruc.2024.11.013
  • Shahin, R., Yadav, R. K.*, Verma, R. K., Singh, C., Singh, S., Singhal, R., Gupta, N. K., Baeg, J. O., El-Hiti, G., & Yadav, K. (2024). Effortless elegance in crafting flexible film photocatalysts for formic acid production from CO2 and cyclization of thioamides in the air’s embrace. RSC New Journal of Chemistry, 27(8), 12102-12111. https://doi.org/10.1039/D4NJ00531G

  • Shahin, R., Yadav, R. K., Verma, R. K., Singh, C., Singh, S., Kim, T. W., Gupta, N. K., & Baeg, J. O. (2023). Revolutionizing carbon chemistry: Solar-powered C(sp3)-N bond activation and CO2 transformation via newly designed SBE-Y cutting-edge dynamic photocatalyst. Photochemistry and Photobiology, 100(5), 1262-1276. https://doi.org/10.1111/php.13895

  • Gupta, R., Yadav, R. K., Sharma, K., Mishra, S., Shahin, R., Singh, S., Satyanath, Singh, S., & Baeg, J. O. (2024). Innovatively designed chalk-shaped CdS@ACC nanocomposite photocatalyst-enzyme attached artificial photosynthesis reactor for production of formic acid from CO2. Chemistry Africa, Springer Link, ISSN: 2522-5766. https://doi.org/10.1007/s42250-024-01089-9

  • Sharma, K., Yadav, R. K., Verma, R. K., Singh, S., Mishra, S., Shahin, R., Singh, A. P., Singh, C., Gupta, N. K., Baeg, J. O.*, Yun, H. H., & Kim, J. (2024). Solar-driven tripus photocatalytic action of defective S-doped g-C3N4 for 1,4-NADH regeneration and simultaneous benzylamine conversion along with CO2 fixation into HCOOH. Catalysis Science & Technology. https://doi.org/10.1039/D4CY00825A

  • Kumar, K., Yadav, R. K.*, Verma, R. K., Singh, S., Shahin, R., Singal, R., Gupta, N. K., Dwivedi, D. K., & Baeg, J. O. (2023). Unleashing the solar revolution: Harnessing the power of ultra-strong tensile strength PGTPP nanocomposites photocatalyst for artificial photosynthesis. RSC Catalysis Science and Technology, 13(19), 5679-5688. https://doi.org/10.1039/D3CY00936J

  • Chaurasia, N., Yadav, R. K., Mishra, S., Shahin, R., Singh, S., Gupta, N. K., Pandey, S. K., Kumari Yadav, M., Baeg, J. O., Obaidullah, A. J., & Yadav, K. K. (2024). Shining bright: B@S-codoped graphitic carbon nitride nanorods illuminate enhanced catalytic CN bond formation under visible-light. FlatChem, 46, 100669. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.flatc.2024.100669

  • Sharma, K., Yadav, R. K., Singh, S., Singh, C., Shahin, R., Kumar, K., Verma, R. K., Dwivedi, D. K., Baeg, J. O., & Gupta, N. K. (2023). Sun-powered CO2 transformation: TBE-Y photocatalyst’s remarkable selectivity for solar-induced HCOOH. Molecular Catalysis, 548, 113379. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.mcat.2023.113379

  • Gautam, H., Yadav, R. K., Mishra, S., Shahin, R., Singh, S., Singhal, R., Gupta, N. K., Baeg, J. O.*, Singh, A. P., El-Hiti, G. A., & Yadav, K. K. (2024). Crafting in situ boron and selenium-doped carbon nitride nanosheets for turbocharged benzaldehyde to benzyl alcohol under solar spectrum. Diamond Related Materials, 146, 111140. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.diamond.2024.111140

  • Vats, H., Shahin, R., Yadav, R. K., Singh, A. K., Singh, A., Churchill, D. G., & Singh, A. P. (2024). Oxidized-sulfur decorated two-dimensional cobalt(II) porphyrin covalent organic framework as a photocatalyst and proof-on action study in oxidative cyclization of thioamide. Catalysis Surveys from Asia. https://doi.org/10.1007/s42250-024-01089-9

 

 

 

Gonzalo Pérez Serrano | Artificial photosynthesis | Young Scientist Award

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Mr. Gonzalo Pérez Serrano | Artificial photosynthesis | Young Scientist Award

PhD at IMDEA Nanociencia, Spain

Gonzalo Pérez Serrano is an Assistant Researcher at IMDEA Nanoscience in Spain, specializing in ultrafast phenomena at the nanoscale. He holds a Master’s degree in Biotechnology from Universidad Autónoma de Madrid and a Bachelor’s degree in Biology from Universidad Complutense de Madrid. His research focuses on artificial photosynthesis, specifically the design of structural modulators for photosystems, where he studies the impact of protein dynamics on chromophore function.

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🎓 Educational Background :

Gonzalo Pérez Serrano completed his undergraduate degree in Biology at the Universidad Complutense de Madrid in 2022. During his studies, he gained valuable experience at the Veterinary Health Surveillance Centre (VISAVET), specializing in molecular techniques such as genetic material extraction and purification, molecular diagnosis, and data analysis. His Bachelor’s thesis focused on the molecular detection of Rickettsia bacteria in ticks from wild animals in the Madrid region. After completing his Bachelor’s, Gonzalo pursued a Master’s degree in Biotechnology at the Universidad Autónoma de Madrid (2022-2023), where he conducted his Master’s thesis on the design of artificial photosystems, under the supervision of Dr. Sara Hernández Mejías at IMDEA Nanoscience.

💼 Professional Experience :

Following the completion of his Master’s, Gonzalo Pérez Serrano was appointed as an Assistant Researcher at IMDEA Nanoscience in October 2023. He has been involved in various significant research projects, including a project funded by the LaCaixa Foundation focused on photochemical energy conversion using biohybrids with proteins and nanoclusters, and another research grant from the BBVA Foundation on optimized photochemical conversion. His work spans artificial photosynthesis, light energy conversion, and nanotechnology, contributing to a deeper understanding of the mechanistic role of protein dynamics in chromophore function. Prior to his current position, he gained practical research experience as a trainee student at IMDEA Nanoscience while completing both his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees.

📚 Research Interests : 

Gonzalo’s research interests are centered on the fields of artificial photosynthesis, light energy conversion, and nanotechnology. He focuses on the study of protein engineering and physical chemistry, with a particular emphasis on pump-probe spectroscopy. His work aims to advance our understanding of how proteins and chromophores interact to enhance light-harvesting efficiency. He is passionate about using cutting-edge techniques in nanoscience to develop sustainable and efficient systems for energy conversion. 🌱🔬💡

📝 Publication Top Notes :

  1. Serrano, G. P., Echavarría, C. F., & Mejias, S. H. (2024). Development of artificial photosystems based on designed proteins for mechanistic insights into photosynthesis. Protein Science, 33(10). https://doi.org/10.1002/pro.5164