Curriculum Vitae
This page provides an extended overview of my academic background, research experience, and professional activities. A concise two-page CV is available for download below.
Education
B.Sc. in Pure Chemistry
Isfahan University of Technology, Iran (2019–2024)
- GPA: 17.06/20 (3.65/4.00)
- Bachelor’s Thesis: DFT study of α-cyanophosphonates from β-nitrostyrenes
- Thesis Grade: 19.5/20
- Supervisor: Prof. Hossein Tavakol
Research Interests
- Medicinal Chemistry and Drug Design, with an emphasis on structure–activity relationships (SAR), bioisosteric replacements, and lead optimisation
- Computational Approaches in Pharmaceutical Chemistry, including molecular docking, molecular dynamics simulations (GROMACS), DFT calculations, and mechanism simulations for drug-like molecules
- Organic and heterocyclic synthesis of biologically active compounds for therapeutic use
- Spectroscopic and analytical characterisation of drug and forensic samples using UV–Vis, IR, NMR, GC, HPLC
- Rational design of therapeutic and forensic-relevant molecules through the integration of synthetic strategies and in silico computational tools.
Publications
A complete and up-to-date list of publications, including DOI links, is available on the Publications page.
Research & Laboratory Skills
- Organic synthesis techniques: recrystallisation, distillation, extraction, TLC, and column chromatography
- Spectroscopic characterisation: UV–Vis, IR, NMR, MS
- Electrochemical methods: cyclic voltammetry and constant-current electrolysis
- Chromatographic and analytical techniques: GC, pH measurement and calibration
Computational & Programming Skills
- Gaussian: DFT calculations, reaction mechanism analysis
- GROMACS: molecular dynamics simulations (completed structured training and ongoing independent practice)
- Molegro Virtual Docker: molecular docking, ligand optimisation, drug design simulations
- Python (basic): scientific scripting and data analysis
- OriginPro and Microsoft Excel: data analysis and visualisation
- Mendeley: reference management and citation organisation
Teaching Experience
- Chemistry Olympiad Instructor, Salam Schools, Tehran (Summer 2020 & 2021)
- English Speaking Instructor, Diplomat Academy, Isfahan (2024–Present)
- IELTS Instructor and Content Creator, IELTS UP Institute, Tehran (2020–2023)
Honors & Awards
- Ranked 1st among undergraduate Pure Chemistry students, Isfahan University of Technology (2024)
- Direct M.Sc. admission without entrance examination, IUT (2024)
- Editor-in-Chief, Erlen-e-Khakestari — Best Student Scientific Magazine of the Year (2021)
- Two-time Provincial Swimming Champion (2019)
Leadership & Service
- Editor-in-Chief, Erlen-e-Khakestari Student Journal — led the editorial team; special issue awarded Best Student Scientific Journal of the Year
- Secretary, Chemistry Students’ Scientific Association — organised academic events and facilitated student–faculty collaboration
- Volunteer activities in fundraising, peer mentoring, mental health support, and youth sports instruction