Mr. Zafran Ullah | Chemical Engineering | Best Researcher Award
Instructor in Chemistry, Islamic Children Academy Saikot, Pakistan
Zafran Ullah is an emerging researcher and academic in the field of chemical engineering and applied chemistry, currently serving as an Instructor in Chemistry. His work focuses on sustainable chemical processes, particularly biomass conversion and photocatalysis for value-added chemical production. He has contributed to interdisciplinary research spanning analytical chemistry, nanomaterials, electrochemistry, and environmental applications, with a growing publication record in peer-reviewed journals.
Profile
Scopus Author ID: 26647868300
Education 🎓
Zafran Ullah obtained his Master of Science in Chemical Engineering from Universitas Diponegoro, Indonesia, in 2023, where his research focused on the photocatalytic conversion of lignocellulosic biomass into value-added chemicals using TiOâ‚‚ catalysts. He previously earned a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from Bacha Khan University, Pakistan, in 2020, with research on heavy metal analysis using atomic absorption techniques.
Experience 👨‍🏫
Zafran Ullah is currently serving as an Instructor in Chemistry, delivering courses in analytical chemistry, inorganic chemistry, electrochemistry, environmental chemistry, and catalysis. He is actively involved in student mentoring and academic advising.
His research experience includes experimental and analytical work on biomass valorization through photocatalysis, focusing on catalyst efficiency and reaction kinetics. He has also developed expertise in advanced laboratory techniques, including XRD, SEM, TEM, XPS, UV-Vis spectroscopy, and HPLC.
In addition to teaching and research, he contributes to the academic community as a reviewer for the American Journal of Chemical Engineering and has participated in multiple international conferences and scientific seminars.
Research Interests 🔬
His research interests include biomass conversion, photocatalysis, nanomaterials, electrochemistry, catalysis, solar energy applications, hydrogen production, and wastewater treatment. His work emphasizes sustainable and environmentally friendly chemical processes.
Awards 🏆
Best Researcher Award – 9th Edition of Metallurgical Engineering Awards
Publications đź“‘
“Preparation and Spectrochemical Characterization of Ni-doped ZnS Nanocomposite for Effective Removal of Emerging Contaminants and Hydrogen Production: Reaction Kinetics, Mechanistic Insights” – Spectrochimica Acta Part A, 2024 (https://doi.org/10.1016/j.saa.2024.124513)
“Pt-based Electrocatalyst for Hydrogen Evolution in Acidic Electrolytes” – Electrochemistry Communications, 2025
“Eco-friendly Approach for Determination of Moxifloxacin in Pharmaceutical Preparations and Biological Fluids through Fluorescence Quenching of Eosin Y” – 2022
“Molecularly Imprinted Polymers for the Detection of Chlorpyrifos (an Organophosphate Pesticide)” – 2021
“RP-HPLC Method Development and Validation for the Studies of SGLT2 and DPP-4 Inhibitors (Empagliflozin and Linagliptin) in Pharmaceutical Dosage Form” – 2024
“Simulation of Coal and Olive Cake Combustion in a Circulating Fluidized Bed Combustor: A Comparative Study” – European Chemical Bulletin, 2023
“Advancements in the Conversion of Lignocellulosic Biomass to Glucose with Photocatalysts” – European Chemical Bulletin, 2023
“The Prevalence, Severity and the Contributive Organizational Factors of Burnout Syndrome among Pakistani Physiotherapists” – 2022
Conclusion
Zafran Ullah is a promising researcher with a strong foundation in chemical engineering and applied chemistry, particularly in sustainable technologies and environmental applications. His combination of teaching experience, interdisciplinary research contributions, and growing publication record highlights his potential for future academic excellence and recognition in the field.