Ping Chen | Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Ping Chen | Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

China Institute of Atomic Energy | China

Dr. Ping Chen is an accomplished assistant researcher at the China Institute of Atomic Energy, specializing in nuclear chemistry and geochemistry. Her work focuses on the synthesis and analysis of high-purity uranium oxides, redox behavior of uranium on Beishan granite, and the migration and diffusion of technetium-99 in clay. With extensive experience in handling unsealed radioactive sources and advanced analytical techniques, she has contributed significantly to understanding radionuclide behavior in geological environments.

Professional profilešŸ‘¤

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Strengths for the AwardsāœØ

  • Outstanding Academic Background: Ping Chenā€™s education spans top institutions, from East China University of Technology to the University of Bern, covering radiation protection, nuclear chemistry, and earth chemistry.
  • Diverse Research Experience: Extensive research in nuclear chemistry and geochemistry, with a focus on uranium oxides, redox behavior, adsorption processes, and radionuclide migration, demonstrates a deep understanding of critical topics in environmental safety and nuclear waste management.
  • Impressive Publication Record: With six publications in high-impact journals such as Applied Geochemistry and Journal of Radioanalytical and Nuclear Chemistry, Ping Chen has made significant contributions to understanding nuclear material behavior.
  • International Collaboration: Research conducted with global institutions, including collaborations with PSI (Paul Scherrer Institute), shows the ability to work across borders, enriching scientific perspectives.
  • Technical Proficiency: Mastery of techniques like SEM, XPS, XAS, ICP-OES, and PHREEQC modeling reflects a robust skillset for cutting-edge research.
  • Recognized Excellence: Multiple scholarships, including from the Chinese Scholarship Council, highlight consistent academic excellence.
  • Practical Experience: Hands-on experience with unsealed radioactive sources and work in controlled environments ensures practical expertise in handling sensitive materials.

šŸŽ“ Education

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Radiation Protection and Environmental Engineering, East China University of Technology (2010.09-2014.06)
  • Master’s Degree in Nuclear Science and Technology/Nuclear Chemistry, Sun-Yat University (2014.09-2017.06)
  • PhD in Earth Chemistry, University of Bern (2018.08-Present)

šŸ’¼ Experience

  • Internship: Institute of Radiation Protection, China (2013.05-2013.06)
  • Lecturer: East China University of Technology (2023.12-2024.04)
  • Assistant Researcher: China Institute of Atomic Energy (2024.05-Present)

šŸ”¬ Research Interests On Chemistry

  • Synthesis and analysis of high-purity uranium oxides
  • Redox behavior of uranium on Beishan granite
  • Adsorption of divalent iron on illite
  • Migration and diffusion of technetium-99 in clay

šŸ† Awards

  • Scholarship awarded by the Chinese Scholarship Council (2018-2021)
  • First Prize Scholarship (2015, 2016, 2017)
  • National Encouragement Scholarship (2011)

šŸ”– Publications

  • Chen, P., Van Loon, L.R., Koch, S., Alt-Epping, P., Reich, T., & Churakov, S.V. (2024). “Reactive transport modeling of diffusive mobility and retention of TcOā‚„ā» in Opalinus clay.” Applied Clay Science, 251, 107327.

    • Authors: Ping Chen, Luc R. Van Loon, Steffen Koch, Peter Alt-Epping, Tobias Reich, Sergey V. Churakov.
    • Publication Year: 2024

  • Shengchao Li, Duo Zhou, Mingfang Zhou, Hongyun Liu, & Ping Chen. (2025). “Research on electromigration of SrĀ²āŗ in mudstone: diffusion and modelling.” Journal of Radioanalytical and Nuclear Chemistry.

    • Authors: Shengchao Li, Duo Zhou, Mingfang Zhou, Hongyun Liu, Ping Chen.
    • Publication Year: 2025

  • Chen, P., Churakov, S.V., Glaus, M., & Van Loon, L.R. (2023). “Impact of Fe(II) on ā¹ā¹Tc diffusion behavior in illite.” Applied Geochemistry, 56, 105759.

    • Authors: Ping Chen, Sergey V. Churakov, Martin Glaus, Luc R. Van Loon.
    • Publication Year: 2023

  • Chen, P., Van Loon, L.R., Marques Fernandes, M., & Churakov, S.V. (2022). “Sorption mechanism of Fe(II) on illite: Sorption and modelling.” Applied Geochemistry, 143, 105389.

    • Authors: Ping Chen, Luc R. Van Loon, Maria Marques Fernandes, Sergey V. Churakov.
    • Publication Year: 2022

  • Chen, P., Ma, Y., Kang, M., Shang, C., Song, Y., Xu, F., Wang, J., Song, G., & Yang, Y. (2020). “The redox behavior of uranium on Beishan granite: Effect of FeĀ²āŗ and FeĀ³āŗ content.” Journal of Environmental Radioactivity, 217, 106208.

    • Authors: Ping Chen, Yue Ma, Mingliang Kang, Chengming Shang, Yang Song, Fengqi Xu, Ju Wang, Gang Song, Yongqiang Yang.
    • Publication Year: 2020

  • Chen, P., Huang, D., Chen, C., Suzuki-Muresan, T., Kang, M., Wang, J., Song, G., & Wang, B. (2017). “Investigation of reaction conditions on synthesis of UOā‚‚.ā‚ƒā‚„ and UOā‚‚ via hydrothermal route.” Journal of Radioanalytical and Nuclear Chemistry, 313(1), 229-237.

    • Authors: Ping Chen, Dongyu Huang, Chenchen Chen, Tomo Suzuki-Muresan, Mingliang Kang, Jin Wang, Gang Song, Biao Wang.
    • Publication Year: 2017

Conclusion

Ping Chen’s dedication to nuclear chemistry and geochemistry has led to remarkable insights into radionuclide behavior in geological environments. Her research has contributed significantly to the understanding of uranium oxidation states, iron adsorption, and technetium-99 diffusion, paving the way for advancements in radioactive waste management and environmental safety.

Zhadyrassyn Nurbekova | Biochemistry | Young Scientist Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Zhadyrassyn Nurbekova | Biochemistry | Young Scientist Award

Eurasian National University | Kazakhstan

Zhadyrassyn Nurbekova is an accomplished Assistant Professor at L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University, specializing in plant physiology and biochemistry. Her academic journey spans Kazakhstan, Israel, and Japan, where she has contributed significantly to the study of aldehyde oxidases and reactive carbonyl species. Dr. Nurbekova’s research has broad implications for improving plant resilience to abiotic stress and understanding molybdoenzymes’ role in detoxifying toxic compounds.

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Strengths for the AwardsāœØ

  • Diverse Research Experience: Zhadyrassyn has a solid background in biochemistry and plant physiology, with a focus on molybdoenzymes and reactive carbonyl species, which aligns with understanding biochemical pathways relevant to forensic investigations.
  • Interdisciplinary Projects: Her work on detoxification processes and environmental stress response could offer unique insights into forensic toxicology and environmental forensics.
  • International Collaborations: Collaborations with esteemed scientists like Prof. Moshe Sagi and Prof. Junichi Mano, along with internships across Israel, Japan, China, and Poland, showcase a global research perspective.
  • Research Output: Her publication record in high-impact journals and her role as a reviewer for the Journal of Agronomy reflects scientific credibility.
  • Technical Expertise: Proficiency in PCR, qRT-PCR, HPLC, Western blot, and enzyme assays ā€” techniques widely used in forensic labs ā€” is a notable asset.

Education šŸŽ“

  • PhD in Agriculture and Biotechnology (Plant Physiology) (2016-2021) ā€“ Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Israel.
  • Master of Science (MSc) in Biotechnology (2012-2014) ā€“ L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University, Kazakhstan.
  • Bachelor in Biotechnology (2008-2012) ā€“ L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University, Kazakhstan.

Experience šŸ’¼

  • Assistant Professor (2024-Present) ā€“ L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University, Kazakhstan.
  • Senior Lecturer (2023-2024) ā€“ L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University, Kazakhstan.
  • Postdoctoral Research Associate (2021-2023) ā€“ Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Israel.
  • Junior Researcher (2014-2016) ā€“ L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University, Kazakhstan.

Research Interests On Biochemistry šŸ”¬

Dr. Nurbekova’s research focuses on:

  • Biochemistry and physiology of molybdoenzymes.
  • Reactive oxygen and carbonyl species in plant stress responses.
  • Aldehyde oxidases’ role in detoxifying carbonyl aldehydes.
  • Aquatic animal biochemistry, particularly molybdenum-cofactor in fish.

Awards šŸ†

  • Member of Plant Metal Society since 2022.
  • Recipient of multiple international research internships and collaborations.

Publications šŸ“š

  1. AAO2 impairment improves aldehyde detoxification by AAO3 in Arabidopsis leaves exposed to UVC or Rose Bengal

    • Year: 2023
    • Authors: Zhadyrassyn Nurbekova, Sudhakar Srivastava, Nja Zai Du, Veronica TurečkovĆ”, Miroslav Strand, Rustem Omarov, Moshe Sagi

  2. Active O-acetylserine-(thiol) lyase A and B confer improved selenium resistance and degrade l-Cys and l-SeCys in Arabidopsis

    • Year: 2022
    • Authors: Kurmanbayeva, A.; Bekturova, A.; Soltabayeva, A.; Oshanova, D.; Nurbekova, Z.; Srivastava, S.; Tiwari, P.; Dubey, A.K.; Sagi, M.

  3. Effect of Salinity and Nitrogen Fertilization Levels on Growth Parameters of Sarcocornia fruticosa, Salicornia brachiata, and Arthrocnemum macrostachyum

    • Year: 2022
    • Authors: Sisay, T.A.; Nurbekova, Z.; Oshanova, D.; Dubey, A.K.; Khatri, K.; Mudgal, V.; Mudgal, A.; Neori, A.; Shpigel, M.; Srivastava, R.K.

  4. Ureides are accumulated similarly in response to UV-C irradiation and wounding in Arabidopsis leaves but are remobilized differently during recovery

    • Year: 2022
    • Authors: Soltabayeva, A.; Bekturova, A.; Kurmanbayeva, A.; Oshanova, D.; Nurbekova, Z.; Srivastava, S.; Standing, D.; Sagi, M.

  5. Adenosine 5ā€² phosphosulfate reductase and sulfite oxidase regulate sulfite-induced water loss in Arabidopsis

    • Year: 2021
    • Authors: Bekturova, A.; Oshanova, D.; Tiwari, P.; Nurbekova, Z.; Kurmanbayeva, A.; Soltabayeva, A.; Yarmolinsky, D.; Srivastava, S.; TureckovĆ”, V.; Strnad, M.

  6. Arabidopsis aldehyde oxidase 3, known to oxidize abscisic aldehyde to abscisic acid, protects leaves from aldehyde toxicity

    • Year: 2021
    • Authors: Nurbekova, Z.; Srivastava, S.; Standing, D.; Kurmanbayeva, A.; Bekturova, A.; Soltabayeva, A.; Oshanova, D.; TurečkovĆ”, V.; Strand, M.; Biswas, M.S.

  7. Level of Sulfite Oxidase Activity Affects Sulfur and Carbon Metabolism in Arabidopsis

    • Year: 2021
    • Authors: Oshanova, D.; Kurmanbayeva, A.; Bekturova, A.; Soltabayeva, A.; Nurbekova, Z.; Standing, D.; Dubey, A.K.; Sagi, M.

  8. Ureides are similarly accumulated in response to UV-C irradiation and wound but differently remobilized during recovery in Arabidopsis leaves

    • Year: 2021
    • Authors: Soltabayeva, A.; Bekturova, A.; Kurmanbayeva, A.; Oshanova, D.; Nurbekova, Z.; Srivastava, S.; Standing, D.; Sagi, M.

  9. Impairment in O-acetylserine-(thiol) lyase A and B, but not C, confers higher selenate sensitivity and uncovers role for A, B and C as L-Cys and L-SeCys desulfhydrases in Arabidopsis

    • Year: 2020
    • Authors: Kurmanbayeva, A.; Bekturova, A.; Soltabayeva, A.; Srivastava, S.; Oshanova, D.; Nurbekova, Z.; Sagi, M.

  10. Differential influence of molybdenum and tungsten on the growth of barley seedlings and the activity of aldehyde oxidase under salinity

  • Year: 2018
  • Authors: Batyrshina, Z.; Yergaliyev, T.M.; Nurbekova, Z.; Moldakimova, N.A.; Masalimov, Z.K.; Sagi, M.; Omarov, R.T.

Conclusion šŸ“ˆ

Zhadyrassyn Nurbekova’s work has advanced the understanding of plant stress responses and molybdenum enzyme functions, with broad applications for agriculture and aquaculture. Her collaborative spirit and cross-disciplinary expertise make her a leading figure in plant biochemistry and molecular biology, paving the way for future discoveries in environmental and agricultural sciences.