Facile and fast microwave-assisted synthesis of metalated PCN-222 for light-driven hydrogen evolution reaction
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ACS Omega
Summary
Under Revision
About
Highly accomplished Senior Research Scientist with a Ph.D. in Inorganic Chemistry and extensive expertise in MOFs, photocatalysis, and renewable energy technologies. Proven track record in securing competitive grants (DAAD, Erasmus+) and publishing high-impact research (9+ selected publications), driving advancements in hydrogen production and sustainable energy conversion. Adept at scientific writing, complex data analysis, and fostering collaborative research environments to achieve critical project goals.
Work
Comenius University Bratislava
|Scientific Researcher, Inorganic Chemistry
Bratislava, Bratislava, Slovakia
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Summary
Currently leading innovative research on MOFs construction for photocatalytic HER and clip-off chemistry, contributing to sustainable energy solutions.
Highlights
Pioneered research into Metal-Organic Frameworks (MOFs) for photocatalytic hydrogen evolution reaction (HER) and clip-off chemistry, advancing sustainable energy conversion.
Designed and executed complex experimental protocols for MOF synthesis and characterization, ensuring high-quality data collection and analysis.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams, contributing expertise in inorganic chemistry to achieve project objectives and publish findings.
Mentored junior researchers and interns, providing guidance on experimental design, data interpretation, and scientific writing.
Autonomous University of Barcelona
|Visiting Researcher
Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain
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Summary
Led advanced research on clip-off chemistry of MOFs, funded by an Erasmus+ Grant, contributing to novel material design for next-generation applications.
Highlights
Conducted cutting-edge research on clip-off chemistry of Metal-Organic Frameworks (MOFs), advancing material design for enhanced catalytic performance.
Secured competitive Erasmus+ Grant funding to support critical experimental work and data analysis.
Contributed to the development of innovative synthetic strategies for MOF modification, with potential applications in energy storage and conversion.
Vienna University of Technology
|Visiting Researcher
Vienna, Vienna, Austria
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Summary
Executed specialized research on porphyrinic MOFs for photocatalytic hydrogen evolution reaction (HER), supported by an Action Austria-Slovakia agreement Grant.
Highlights
Performed in-depth investigation into porphyrinic Metal-Organic Frameworks (MOFs) to optimize their efficiency in photocatalytic hydrogen evolution reaction (HER).
Utilized advanced spectroscopic and electrochemical techniques to characterize novel MOF structures and evaluate their catalytic performance.
Successfully secured and managed research activities under the Action Austria-Slovakia agreement Grant, ensuring project milestones were met.
University of Dusseldorf
|Visiting Researcher
Dusseldorf, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
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Summary
Conducted pioneering research on electrochemical hydrogen evolution reaction (HER) using porphyrinic POMMOFS/POMCOFS, supported by a DAAD Research Grant.
Highlights
Spearheaded research on electrochemical hydrogen evolution reaction (HER) using advanced porphyrinic Polyoxometalate-Metal-Organic Frameworks (POMMOFS/POMCOFS).
Optimized material synthesis and experimental conditions, leading to improved understanding of catalytic mechanisms.
Successfully secured the prestigious DAAD Research Grant, enabling critical experiments and contributing to international research collaboration.
Aja University of Medical Science
|Research Assistant
Tehran, Tehran, Iran (Islamic Republic of)
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Summary
Conducted research on the detoxification of organophosphates (Diazinon) by MOFs, contributing to environmental remediation strategies.
Highlights
Investigated the efficacy of Metal-Organic Frameworks (MOFs) for the detoxification of organophosphates (Diazinon), achieving significant results in environmental protection.
Developed and optimized synthesis methods for MOF-based adsorbents, enhancing their capacity for pollutant removal.
Performed comprehensive characterization of MOF materials using advanced analytical techniques, validating structural integrity and performance.
Education
Comenius University Bratislava
Bratislava, Bratislava, Slovakia
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Scientific Researcher (Ph.D. Candidate)
Inorganic Chemistry
Courses
MOFs construction for photocatalytic HER and clip-off chemistry
University of Kashan
Kashan, Isfahan, Iran (Islamic Republic of)
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Ph.D.
Inorganic Chemistry
Courses
Thesis: Nanozeolitic imidazolate frameworks (ZIF-7 and ZIF-9): synthesis, characterization and photocatalytic property investigation
Yasouj University
Yasouj, Kohgiluyeh and Boyer-Ahmad, Iran (Islamic Republic of)
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M.Sc.
Inorganic Chemistry
Courses
Thesis: Synthesis and characterization of some new Phosphine Ni (II) Schiff base complexes.
Semnan University
Semnan, Semnan, Iran (Islamic Republic of)
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B.Sc.
Applied Chemistry
Awards
Erasmus+ Grant
Awarded By
European Union
Secured funding for advanced research on clip-off chemistry of MOFs at Autonomous University of Barcelona.
Action Austria-Slovakia agreement Grant – OeAD GmbH
Awarded By
OeAD GmbH
Awarded grant to support research on porphyrinic MOFs for photocatalytic HER at Vienna University of Technology.
Polish National Agency for Academic Exchange
Awarded By
Polish National Agency for Academic Exchange
Received support for academic exchange and collaboration in Poland, fostering international research ties.
DAAD Research Grant
Awarded By
German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD)
Received funding for pioneering research on electrochemical HER by porphyrinic POMMOFS/POMCOFS at University of Dusseldorf.
Slovak National Scholarship Program
Awarded By
Government of Slovakia
Awarded scholarship for outstanding academic and research achievements in Slovakia, enabling advanced study.
Iranian Elite Association Membership
Awarded By
Iranian Elite Association
Recognized for academic and research excellence within Iran, supporting scientific collaboration.
Iran Ministry of Sciences, Research and Technology Scholarship
Awarded By
Iran Ministry of Sciences, Research and Technology
Awarded scholarship to support Ph.D. studies and research in Inorganic Chemistry.
Iran Ministry of Sciences, Research and Technology Scholarship
Awarded By
Iran Ministry of Sciences, Research and Technology
Awarded scholarship to support M.Sc. studies and research in Inorganic Chemistry.
Iran Ministry of Sciences, Research and Technology Scholarship
Awarded By
Iran Ministry of Sciences, Research and Technology
Awarded scholarship to support B.Sc. studies in Applied Chemistry.
Publications
Polyoxometalate-based covalent organic frameworks: the next generation of heterogeneous catalysts
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Coord. Chem. Rev.
Summary
Published in Vol. 548, pp. 217201
Beyond Catalysis: Emerging Non-Catalytic Functions of Polyoxometalate-Based Covalent Organic Frameworks
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Coord. Chem. Rev.
Summary
Under Revision
Polyoxometalate-based porphyrinic metal-organic frameworks as heterogenous catalysts
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Coord. Chem. Rev.
Summary
Published in Vol. 508, pp. 215764
Functionalization of decavanadate anion by coordination to cobalt (II): Binding to proteins, cytotoxicity, and water oxidation catalysis
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J. Inorg. Biochem.
Summary
Published in Vol. 239, pp. 112067
Metalloporphyrin Metal-Organic Frameworks: Eminent Synthetic Strategies and Recent Practical Exploitations
Published by
Molecules
Summary
Published in Vol. 27, pp. 4917
Ultra-fast catalytic detoxification of Organophosphates by nano-zeolitic imidazolate frameworks
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Mol. Catal.
Summary
Published in Vol. 490, pp. 110965
Zeolitic imidazolate framework-7: novel ammonia atmosphere-assisted synthesis, thermal and chemical durability, phase reversibility, and potential as highly efficient nanophotocatalyst
Published by
Chem. Phys.
Summary
Published in Vol. 511, pp. 33-45
Synthesis, characterization and structural determination of some nickel (II) complexes containing imido Schiff bases and substituted phosphine ligands
Published by
Spectrochim. Acta, Part A.
Summary
Published in Vol. 115, pp. 725-729
Languages
English
German
Persian
Certificates
ACS Reviewer Lab
Issued By
American Chemical Society (ACS)
Wiley Peer Reviewer
Issued By
Wiley
MDPI Reviewer Club 2025 | Chemistry, Material and Physical Sciences Session
Issued By
MDPI
Skills
Research & Analysis
Scientific Writing, Creative Thinking, Research Design, Data Analysis, Problem-Solving, Critical Thinking, Internship Supervision, Peer Review, Literature Review, Project Management.
Material Science & Chemistry
Hybrid Inorganic-Organic Synthesis, MOFs (Metal-Organic Frameworks), ZMOFs (Zeolitic Metal-Organic Frameworks), ZIFs (Zeolitic Imidazolate Frameworks), COFs (Covalent Organic Frameworks), HOFs (Hydrogen-bonded Organic Frameworks), Zeolites, Organometallics, POMs (Polyoxometalates), Porphyrin Chemistry, Schiff Base Complexes, Supramolecular Chemistry.
Energy & Catalysis
Photocatalytic HER (Hydrogen Evolution Reaction), Water Splitting, Programmed De-reticulation of MOFs/COFs, Degradation of Organophosphates by MOFs, Electrochemical Catalysis, Gas Sorption, Gas Storage (H2, CO2), Renewable Energies, Fuel Cell Technology, Solar Cell Technology, Sustainable/Hybrid Solar Hydrogen Fuel Cell.
Analytical Techniques
NMR (Nuclear Magnetic Resonance), X-ray Crystallography, PXRD (Powder X-ray Diffraction), CO2 Adsorption-Desorption, TGA/DSC (Thermogravimetric Analysis/Differential Scanning Calorimetry), BET (Brunauer–Emmett–Teller) N2 Adsorption-Desorption, FE-SEM/EDX (Field Emission Scanning Electron Microscopy/Energy-dispersive X-ray Spectroscopy), HPLC (High-Performance Liquid Chromatography), GC (Gas Chromatography), UV-Visible Spectroscopy, DRS (Diffuse Reflectance Spectroscopy), FT-IR (Fourier-transform Infrared Spectroscopy), CV (Cyclic Voltammetry), CHNS (Carbon, Hydrogen, Nitrogen, Sulfur) Elemental Analysis.
Software & Tools
Software Proficiency, MS Office Suite, X'Pert HighScore, OriginLab, ChemDraw, Diamond, Mercury, CrystalMaker, Data Visualization, Chemical Structure Drawing.
Teaching & Mentorship
Internship Supervision, Teaching Assistant, Student Mentorship, Thesis Preparation Guidance, Commonwealth Projects Guidance.
Interests
Recreational Activities
Traveling, Cycling, Playing Futsal, Mountain Climbing, Hiking.