Prof. Dr. Javad Safaei-Ghomi | Organic Chemistry, Catalysis and Nanomaterials | Researcher
Professor | Department of Organic Chemistry | University of Kashan | Kashan, Iran
Prof. Dr. Javad Safaei-Ghomi is an established researcher in organic chemistry, chemical synthesis, heterogeneous catalysis, and nanomaterials at the University of Kashan, Iran. His scientific contributions encompass the development of innovative synthetic methodologies, the design of functional nanocatalysts, and the application of environmentally conscious approaches to organic transformations. His research focuses on multicomponent reactions, heterocyclic compound synthesis, catalytic reaction mechanisms, and the preparation of biologically active organic molecules. A significant aspect of his work involves engineering reusable nanostructured catalysts that improve reaction efficiency, product selectivity, and the practical sustainability of chemical processes. His research has explored magnetic nanoparticles, metal oxide nanomaterials, functionalized graphene oxide, chitosan-based catalytic systems, and other hybrid organic–inorganic materials for chemical synthesis. Prof. Dr. Safaei-Ghomi has also contributed to research involving ultrasound-assisted reactions, microwave-assisted synthesis, solvent-free methodologies, and green catalytic processes designed to reduce waste and simplify product recovery. His broader research interests include the biological evaluation of synthesized compounds, antioxidant and antimicrobial activities of natural products, and the application of advanced materials in sensing and energy-related technologies. His collaborative publications address the synthesis of heterocyclic molecules, the development of magnetically recoverable catalysts, and the use of nanomaterials in efficient organic transformations. According to his Scopus-indexed author profile, his publication record comprises 291 documents, 4,681 citations, and an h-index of 35 at the time of consultation. These indicators reflect the scholarly reach of his research across chemistry and related interdisciplinary fields. Through sustained research activity and international scientific collaborations, Prof. Dr. Javad Safaei-Ghomi contributes to advances in synthetic organic chemistry, nanotechnology-enabled catalysis, and environmentally responsible chemical manufacturing. His research continues to support the development of efficient synthetic strategies and functional materials with potential applications in pharmaceutical chemistry, materials science, and industrial chemical processes.
Featured Publications
1. Ghasemzadeh, M. A., Safaei-Ghomi, J., & Molaei, H. (2012). Fe3O4 nanoparticles: As an efficient, green and magnetically reusable catalyst for the one-pot synthesis of 1,8-dioxo-decahydroacridine derivatives under solvent-free conditions. Comptes Rendus Chimie.
2. Hamadanian, M., Safaei-Ghomi, J., Hosseinpour, M., Masoomi, R., & Jabbari, V. (2014). Uses of new natural dye photosensitizers in fabrication of high potential dye-sensitized solar cells (DSSCs). Materials Science in Semiconductor Processing.
3. Safaei-Ghomi, J., Lashkari, M. R., & Shahbazi-Alavi, H. (2017). Synthesis of bis-spiropiperidines using nano-CuFe2O4@chitosan as a robust and retrievable heterogeneous catalyst. Journal of Chemical Research, 41(7), 416.
4. Safaei-Ghomi, J., & Mojtabazadeh, H. (2025). High conductivity graphite paste for radio frequency identification tag with wireless hydrogen sensor based on CeO2–Fe2O3–graphene oxide. RSC Advances, 15(16).
5. Mousavi-Ebadi, M., Safaei-Ghomi, J., & Mojtabazadeh, H. (2025). Anchoring cobalt nanoparticles on to the grafted mono(6-ethylene-diamino-6-deoxy)-β-cyclodextrin to magnetic chitosan for enhanced catalytic performance of the synthesis of pyrano[2,3-c]pyrazole-3-carboxylates. Carbohydrate Polymer Technologies and Applications, 11.
6. Molla-Mohammadi, R., Safaei-Ghomi, J., & Oboudatian, H. S. (2026). Design and application of a magnetically recoverable citric acid-functionalized graphene oxide nanocomposite for ultrasound-assisted green synthesis of naphthopyrimidines. Scientific Reports, 16.