Parul University Students Secure Global Recognition at International Conference at Qatar University

Parul University continues to strengthen its global academic footprint as its students achieved international recognition at the International Conference on Advanced and Sustainable Materials (ICASM 2025), hosted at Qatar University, Doha. Competing against more than 150 international research entries, Parul University students secured the third prize, highlighting the institution’s growing influence in advanced scientific research and innovation.

A Global Platform for Research Excellence

The prestigious ICASM 2025 conference brought together researchers, academicians, and industry experts from across the world to discuss breakthroughs in sustainable materials and advanced chemical sciences. Amid this competitive global environment, Parul University’s research team stood out for the originality, sustainability focus, and practical relevance of their work, earning recognition from an international panel of experts.

The Award-Winning Research Team

The research was presented by Muskan Memon, Junior Research Fellow, and Fiza Shaikh from the Faculty of Engineering and Technology, under the expert guidance of Dr. Soyeb Pathan. Their participation represented not only individual excellence but also the collective research strength of Parul University on a global stage.

The team presented a research poster titled:
“Acid-redox tailored undecamolybdophosphate-based heterogeneous catalyst for direct oxidative cross-esterification of aldehydes.”

The study focused on developing a bifunctional heterogeneous catalyst for ester synthesis, offering a greener, more efficient, and sustainable chemical processing route. The research aligns with global priorities in sustainable chemistry, industrial efficiency, and environmentally responsible innovation, areas of increasing importance in both academia and industry.

Beyond Research: Multidisciplinary Excellence

In addition to the research accolade, the students also secured the 2nd Winner title in the Logo Design Contest conducted during the conference. This achievement reflects Parul University’s emphasis on holistic education, where scientific rigor is complemented by creativity, design thinking, and multidisciplinary competence.

Institutional Support Driving Research Impact

Commenting on the achievement, university representatives highlighted the crucial role of Seed Money funding support provided by Parul University, which significantly contributed to the successful execution of the research. This internal funding mechanism empowers students and faculty to transform innovative ideas into impactful research outcomes.

The university also acknowledged the visionary mentorship of Dr. Geetika Patel, Vice President, Parul University, whose leadership has been instrumental in fostering a robust research ecosystem. Through progressive research policies, funding initiatives, and institutional support, Parul University continues to open new avenues for innovation, collaboration, and global academic engagement.

Strengthening Parul University’s Global Research Presence

Participation and recognition at international platforms such as ICASM 2025 reinforce Parul University’s commitment to research-driven education, innovation, and global exposure. The university consistently provides students and faculty with access to mentorship, funding, professional development, and international opportunities, ensuring they are prepared to contribute meaningfully to global scientific and academic communities.

This achievement stands as a testament to Parul University’s culture of excellence, where talent is nurtured, research is encouraged, and global recognition follows sustained academic effort.