Javad Safaei-Ghomi | Nanotechnology and Materials Science | Editorial Board Member

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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.

Profiles: Scopus | ResearchGate

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.

Ehsan kianfar | Nanotechnology and Materials Science | Editorial Board Member

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Prof. Dr. Ehsan Kianfar | Chemical Engineering, Nanotechnology and Materials Science | Researcher

Academic Researcher | Islamic Azad University of Gachsaran | Iran

Prof. Dr. Ehsan Kianfar is a researcher in chemical engineering, nanotechnology, materials chemistry, and advanced materials science, with research contributions spanning nanomaterial synthesis, catalytic processes, membrane technology, environmental applications, and energy-related materials. His scholarly work explores the development, characterization, and practical applications of nanostructured materials for chemical processing, environmental remediation, energy conversion, and emerging technological applications. His research interests include semiconductor nanomaterials, zeolite catalysts, nanocomposite membranes, magnetic nanoparticles, biosensors, and advanced materials for energy storage and conversion. Through investigations into material synthesis and structure–property relationships, his work contributes to understanding how engineered materials can improve catalytic performance, separation efficiency, sensing capabilities, and resource utilization. Prof. Dr. Kianfar has co-authored research publications addressing sol-gel synthesis, nanomaterial preparation, gas separation, nanotechnology-enabled sensing, and the development of functional materials. His published research includes studies on nanomaterials synthesized through sol-gel methods, nano-biosensors and their electrochemical applications, protein nanoparticles for drug delivery, magnetic nanoparticles for targeted delivery systems, and nanocomposite membranes for gas separation. Additional research contributions address zeolite-based catalytic processes for hydrocarbon conversion and materials relevant to energy-storage technologies. His interdisciplinary research connects chemical engineering principles with materials design and applied nanotechnology, supporting the exploration of innovative solutions to challenges in industrial chemistry, environmental protection, and sustainable energy systems. Through collaborative scientific publications and continued engagement with emerging materials technologies, Prof. Dr. Ehsan Kianfar contributes to the advancement of chemical engineering research and the development of nanotechnology-based applications. His research portfolio reflects an interest in translating fundamental materials science into practical approaches for improving chemical processes, developing functional materials, and addressing contemporary engineering challenges.

Profiles: Google Scholar | ORCID | ResearchGate

Featured Publications

1. Bokov, D., Turki Jalil, A., Chupradit, S., Suksatan, W., Ansari, M. J., Shewael, I. H., et al. (2021). Nanomaterial by sol-gel method: Synthesis and application. Advances in Materials Science and Engineering, 2021, 5102014.

2. Huang, X., Zhu, Y., & Kianfar, E. (2021). Nano biosensors: Properties, applications and electrochemical techniques. Journal of Materials Research and Technology, 12, 1649–1672.

3. Kianfar, E. (2021). Magnetic nanoparticles in targeted drug delivery: A review. Journal of Superconductivity and Novel Magnetism, 34, 1709–1735.

4. Kianfar, E. (2021). Protein nanoparticles in drug delivery: Animal protein, plant proteins and protein cages, albumin nanoparticles. Journal of Nanobiotechnology, 19, 159.

5. Salimi, M., Pirouzfar, V., & Kianfar, E. (2017). Novel nanocomposite membranes prepared with PVC/ABS and silica nanoparticles for C2H6/CH4 separation.

6. Salimi, M., Pirouzfar, V., & Kianfar, E. (2016). Enhanced gas transport properties in silica nanoparticle filler-polystyrene nanocomposite membranes.

7. Kianfar, E. (2019). Recent advances in synthesis, properties, and applications of vanadium oxide nanotube. Microchemical Journal, 145, 966–978.

8. Salah Aldeen, O. D. A., Mahmoud, M. Z., Majdi, H. S., et al. (2022). Investigation of effective parameters Ce and Zr in the synthesis of H-ZSM-5 and SAPO-34 on the production of light olefins from naphtha. Advances in Materials Science and Engineering, 2022, 6165180.

9. Hachem, K., Ansari, M. J., Saleh, R. O., et al., & Kianfar, E. (2022). Methods of chemical synthesis in the synthesis of nanomaterial and nanoparticles by the chemical deposition method: A review. BioNanoScience, 12, 1032–1057.

10. Syah, R., Zahar, M., & Kianfar, E. (2021). Nanoreactors: Properties, applications and characterization. International Journal of Chemical Reactor Engineering, 19(10), 981–1007.