Fatemeh Nasirzadehroshenin
Las Vegas,Nevada
Summary
I am an electrochemist with expertise in electrochemistry, materials science, and analytical chemistry. During my PhD, I completed three research projects and am currently working on a COMSOL modeling project. My research focuses on fabricating novel implantable neural electrodes using advanced material (e.g., MXene-PPy electrodepositted on Porous-Pt surface electrode) to enhance electrochemical performance, stability, and sensitivity for neurotransmitter sensing and neural stimulation. Due to advanced material composition in these electrodes and high electrochemical performance including high storage capacity, these electrodes hold potential for biomedical, neurotechnology, Biosensors, energy storage applications, etc. My modeling work simulates neurotransmitter diffusion in biophysiological environments for oxidation analysis.
Beyond my PhD, I have a strong foundation in nanomaterials and computational modeling from my master's studies, where I synthesized nanocomposites for water-based hybrid nanofluids and applied Artificial Neural Networks (ANN) with Genetic Algorithms (GA) for simulation and optimization. This research contributed to high-performance cooling and heat transfer technologies. Additionally, I bring industry experience as a lab specialist and manager in the pharmaceutical sector, bridging academic research with practical applications in R&D.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Teaching Undergrad Students
US, UA, UNLV
01.2017 - Current
- Instructed and supervised undergraduate students in chemistry laboratory courses, providing lectures, hands-on guidance, and fostering a strong understanding of experimental techniques.
- University of Siena (US), Italy (2017-2019), Online Private Teaching (2020-2021), University of Alabama (UA), USA (2021-2023), University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV), USA (2023-current).
Lab Manager, Lab Specialist
KaniDam Company
07.2010 - 08.2016
Company Overview – Manufacturing drug-like products and supplements for animals.
- Quality Control & Safety: Oversaw QC for chemical processes, improved safety protocols, and implemented testing to ensure the accuracy, consistency, and compliance of drug and supplement quality and quantity. Ensured safe handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous chemicals, adhering to regulatory guidelines to minimize environmental and public health risks.
- Laboratory Management & Waste Disposal: Streamlined workflows by optimizing sample management and reporting systems. Conducted chemical waste audits, ensured proper labeling and segregation of hazardous materials per CLP and local regulations, and coordinated with certified disposal services to maintain a safe lab environment.
- Training & Mentorship: Trained and mentored new technicians in advanced lab techniques and safety protocols, enhancing overall lab performance. Supervised over 25 undergraduate and graduate students participating in internships/research projects, ensuring adherence to safety and scientific standards. Led lab tours for high school students to promote interest in STEM careers.
- Research & Development: Collaborated with R&D to design and optimize synthetic pathways, conduct structure-activity relationship studies, and evaluate the efficacy and safety of drug-like compounds and supplements. Prepared technical reports to support product development.
- Workshops & Presentations: Delivered presentations at annual workshops on Quality Control, GMP protocols, safety training, advanced laboratory methodologies, and R&D updates in pharmaceutical and animal supplement production.
Quality & Safety Inspector
Toseh Fanavari, SAIPA Automaker company Co
10.2007 - 06.2010
Company Overview – Operating Under the Supervision of Saipa Automaker Company.
- Quality & Quantity Control: Experienced in quality and quantity control of polymeric automotive components, including insulation materials, dashboards, and bumpers.
- Safety & Compliance: Ensured compliance with safety protocols, waste management practices, and regulatory standards in both laboratory and production settings. Trained in hazardous materials management and asbestos awareness, overseeing material inspections, laboratory testing coordination, and regulatory documentation.
- Inspection & Materials Development: Conducted detailed inspections, collaborated on materials development, and ensured adherence to industry standards.
- Reporting & Documentation: Ensured accurate and regular reporting by documenting inspection results, quality assessments, safety compliance, and material testing outcomes to support regulatory adherence and continuous improvement.
Education
Ph.D. - Chemistry
University of Nevada At Las Vegas (UNLV)
Las Vegas, NV01-2025
MSc - Chemistry
The University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL05-2022
MSc - Chemistry
University of Siena (US)
Siena12-2018
Skills
Characterization Techniques:
- Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR)
- Ultraviolet-Visible Spectroscopy (UV-Vis Spectroscopy)
- Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy (NMR)
- Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM)
- Energy-Dispersive X-ray Spectroscopy (EDS)
- High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC)
- Gas Chromatography (GC)
- X-ray Diffraction (XRD)
- PCR Machine
- Microbial Testing
Electrochemical techniques :
- Cyclic Voltammetry (CV)
- Electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS)
- Chronoamperometry (CA)
- Chronopotentiometry (CP)
- Differential Pulse Voltammetry (DPV)
Computer Skills:
- Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint
- Origin software
- ChemDraw
- Canvas
- MATLAB: Artificial Neural Networks, Genetic Algorithms ANN-GA)
- COMSOL
Soft Skills:
Problem-Solving, Effective Communication, Team collaboration, Leadership, Mentorship
Language skills:
Fluent in Persian, Turkish, and English
Intermediate: Italian, Arabic
Publications
- Modeling of heat transfer performance of carbon nanotube nanofluid in a tube with fixed wall temperature by using ANN–GA, https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=DqyQj7AAAAAJ&hl=en
- Investigation of exergy of double-pipe heat exchanger using synthesized hybrid nanofluid developed by modeling, https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=DqyQj7AAAAAJ&hl=en
- Experimental and theoretical investigation of thermophysical properties of synthesized hybrid nanofluid developed by modeling approaches, https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=DqyQj7AAAAAJ&hl=en
- Fabrication of High-Performance Neural Stimulation Electrode through Pulsed Electrochemical Deposition of IrOx onto Nano-Porous Platinum, https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=DqyQj7AAAAAJ&hl=en
- Electrochemically Engineered MXene-PPy/Porous-Pt Electrodes for Enhanced Neural Stimulation: Fabrication, Structural Characterization, Electrochemical Performance, and Durability Evaluation, https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=DqyQj7AAAAAJ&hl=en
- Next-Generation MXene-PPy/Porous-Pt Electrodes: A Novel Approach to Superior Neural Stimulation Performance and Sensitive Sensing, https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=DqyQj7AAAAAJ&hl=en
- Advancing Implantable Neural Electrodes: Bridging Electrochemical Performance and Biological Integration for Next-Generation Interfaces, https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=DqyQj7AAAAAJ&hl=en
Conference & Seminar Presentations
- ACS Conference, Poster Presentation, March 2025, San Diego
- Novel Nano-Composite Synthesis for Water Purification and Environmental Applications, US Seminar, 2018
- Thermophysical, Heat and Electrical Conductivity Properties of Hybrid Nanofluids, US Seminar, 2018
- H₂O₂ Detection/Monitoring in Biophysiological-Mimicked Environments Using Implantable Nano-Porous Pt Electrode, UNLV Seminar, Spring 2024
- Fabrication of High-Performance Neural Stimulation Electrode (IrOx/Nano-Porous Platinum), UNLV Seminar, Fall 2024
Professional Development
- ACS webinar participation, 02/01/22, Washington DC, Advances in Biosensor Technologies for Infection Diagnostics
- ACS webinar participation, 03/01/24, Powering the Future: The Latest Battery Technologies
- ACS webinar participation, 05/01/24, How Nanoscale Materials in Biosensors are Innovating Health from Concept to Care
- ACS Workshop on Quantum Computing for Chemical Research, 2025
- ACS Workshop on Networking: How to Get Started, 2025
Timeline
Teaching Undergrad Students
US, UA, UNLV
01.2017 - Current
Lab Manager, Lab Specialist
KaniDam Company
07.2010 - 08.2016
Quality & Safety Inspector
Toseh Fanavari, SAIPA Automaker company Co
10.2007 - 06.2010
Ph.D. - Chemistry
University of Nevada At Las Vegas (UNLV)
MSc - Chemistry
The University of Alabama
MSc - Chemistry
University of Siena (US)
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