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Amen Shahpal

Amen Shahpal

Scientist
München

Summary

Innovative researcher skilled in developing probing questions, designing experiments, and generating meaningful results. Proficient in identifying and utilizing new technologies and resources to enhance research processes. Collaborates effectively with teams and individuals, fostering a productive and cohesive work environment. Adept at leveraging strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to drive impactful outcomes in research projects.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
15
15
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages

Work History

Researcher in the field of photocatalysis

Technical University of Munich
06.2019 - 08.2024

Lecturer (Grade-18)

University of Kotli Azad Jammu & Kashmir
02.2019 - 05.2019

Research Associate

National University of Sciences & Technology
06.2018 - 12.2018

Temporary Visiting Faculty (TVF)

National University of Sciences & Technology
02.2018 - 06.2018

Internee

National University of Sciences & Technology
02.2017 - 01.2018

Education

Ph.D. - Chemistry

Technical University of Munich (TUM)
01.2019 - 12.2024

M.Phil - Chemistry

Mirpur University of Sciences and Technology (MUST)
Mirpur, AJK
01.2014 - 12.2016

MSc - Chemistry

Quaid-e-Azam University
Islamabad
01.2012 - 12.2014

B.Sc - Chemistry, Zoology, Botany

AJK University
01.2010 - 12.2012

Skills

    Data analysis

    MS office

    Documentation and reporting

    Scientific writing

    Qualitative and quantitative research

    Delivering presentations

    Progress tracking

    Research presentation

    Team collaboration

    Proposal preparation

    Experiment design

    Data compilation

    Following direction

Researchpublications

  • Advancements in 2D Ferroelectric Materials for Photocatalytic Applications: Design Strategies, Modifications, and Diverse Applications, to be submitted, 2025
  • Role of α-Hydrogen Atoms in the Selective Oxidation or Photoreforming of Alcohols on Pt/g-C3N4, submitted, Chemical Engineering Journal, 2024
  • Harnessing Palladium-Decorated g-C3N4 Nanosheets for Selective Catalytic Benzyl Alcohol Synthesis, published, Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.mcat.2024.114453, 2024
  • Enhancing Photocatalytic Hydrogen Production: A Systematic Approach to Improving g-C3N4/TiO2 Nano-Composites, published, Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering, JECE_114803, 2024
  • Mesoporous Cu-Doped Manganese Oxide Nano Straws for Photocatalytic Degradation of Hazardous Alizarin Red Dye, published, https://doi.org/10.1021%2Facsomega.3c03736, 2023
  • A facile synthesis of palladium encased Ag nanowires and its effect on fluorescence and catalysis, published, https://doi.org/10.1088/2053-1591/ab0180, 2019
  • An investigation on the synthesis and catalytic activities of pure and Cu-doped zinc oxide nanoparticles, published, https://doi.org/10.1080/23312009.2017.1301241, 2017

Locations

  • Munich, Bavaria, Germany
  • Mirpur, AJK, Pakistan

Personal Information

Date of Birth: 11/28/92

Awards

  • Research Grants, Doctoral Programme in Germany (DAAD), 2019/20
  • Top position, Overall District of Mirpur AJK in Bachelor's degree
  • 3rd position, Science project during Bachelor Science Event

Researchinterests

  • Designing Advanced Nanohybrid Materials for Catalytic activities, Environment, and Optical Applications
  • Investigation of Metal-based nano-materials for biomedical/photocatalytic applications
  • Electrochemical catalysis and thermal catalysis
  • Analytic analysis of materials to determine the quality of products

Timeline

Researcher in the field of photocatalysis

Technical University of Munich
06.2019 - 08.2024

Lecturer (Grade-18)

University of Kotli Azad Jammu & Kashmir
02.2019 - 05.2019

Ph.D. - Chemistry

Technical University of Munich (TUM)
01.2019 - 12.2024

Research Associate

National University of Sciences & Technology
06.2018 - 12.2018

Temporary Visiting Faculty (TVF)

National University of Sciences & Technology
02.2018 - 06.2018

Internee

National University of Sciences & Technology
02.2017 - 01.2018

M.Phil - Chemistry

Mirpur University of Sciences and Technology (MUST)
01.2014 - 12.2016

MSc - Chemistry

Quaid-e-Azam University
01.2012 - 12.2014

B.Sc - Chemistry, Zoology, Botany

AJK University
01.2010 - 12.2012
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