Assoc Prof Dr Roya Sedghi | pesticide | Women Researcher Award
Faculty Member at Shahid Beheshti University, Iran
Roya Sedghi Associate Professor of Polymer & Material Chemistry University of Shahid Beheshti, Faculty of Chemistry & Petroleum Sciences, Tehran, Iran
Education:
- Ph.D. in Organic-Polymer Chemistry, University of Azzahra at Tehran, 2013
- MSc in Organic-Polymer Chemistry, University of Shahid Beheshti at Tehran, 2005
- BS in Applied Chemistry, University of Azad at Tehran, 2002
Teaching:
- Basics of Polymer Chemistry (BS)
- Polymer Synthesis (MSc)
- Polymer Characterization (MSc)
- Polymers in Medicine (PhD)
- Inorganic Polymers (PhD)
- New Topics in Polymer Chemistry (MSc)
- Organic Chemistry I & II (BS)
Honors:
- PhosAgro/UNESCO/IUPAC Research Award in Green Chemistry 2018
- Best Presenter at International Seminar on Polymer Science and Technology (ISPST)
- Winner of 5th Young Scientists Festival Award for synthesis and application of polymeric nanocomposites as nano optical sensors
- Winner of 6th Young Scientists Festival Award for synthesis and application of polymeric nanocomposites as motion sensors
- Gold Medal from “The Second International Invention and Innovation Competition for IFIA INV Members”, Switzerland 2022 on Optical sensors
- Silver Medal from “The 7th Annual edition of the International Invention Innovation Competition in Canada, ICAN 2022 on Green catalysts for organic reaction
🔬 Research Focus:
Roya Sedghi’s research primarily focuses on the synthesis and applications of conducting polymers, 🧪 particularly in the context of enzymatic and catalytic processes. She explores the innovative use of templates and catalysts in the synthesis of water-soluble conducting polymers, such as poly(o-toluidine), polyaniline, and poly(N-phenylglycine). Her work delves into the electrochemical properties and nanocomposite formulations, including Polyaniline/TiO2, enhancing the understanding of their potential in various applications. Sedghi’s research contributes significantly to the advancement of materials science, offering insights into the development of functional polymers with tailored properties for use in sensors, catalysts, and biomedical applications. 🌱🔬
citations:
Roya Sedghi has been cited 2,656 times overall, with an h-index of 31. Since 2019, she has received 1,779 citations, with an h-index of 25. Her i10-index stands at 54 overall and 43 since 2019. These citation metrics indicate significant impact and influence within the scientific community, particularly in recent years, showcasing the relevance and importance of her research contributions. 📊🔬