Maryam Batool
She/Her
Scientist and advocate.//
Maryam Batool is a dedicated researcher in environmental chemistry, specializing in wastewater treatment, adsorption technologies, and eco-friendly material development. She holds an M.Phil. in Chemistry from the University of Sahiwal, Pakistan, where her research focused on photocatalytic degradation of dye-contaminated water using ZnO-Bi₂O₃ composites. Her work spans various aspects of environmental science, particularly in the removal of pollutants such as dyes, heavy metals, turbidity, and pathogens (E. coli) from drinking water. She has extensively published in high-impact international journals and collaborated with leading scientists from Pakistan, USA, UK, and Iraq on projects involving biodegradable polymers, nanomaterials, and sustainable water treatment technologies.
Beyond her research, Maryam plays an active role in scientific publishing and peer review. She serves as an editorial board member for multiple international journals, including Applied Chemical Engineering, and has reviewed over 150 research papers for prestigious publishers such as Taylor & Francis, ACS, Elsevier, Springer, Wiley, and MDPI. Her reviewing expertise covers a broad range of fields, including polymer sciences, material sciences, nanotechnology, and environmental chemistry, ensuring the advancement of high-quality scientific research.
Throughout her academic career, Maryam has received numerous awards and recognitions for her excellence in research and education. She was awarded a Gold Medal for securing the first position in BS Chemistry (2016-2020) at the University of Sahiwal and received merit and PEEF scholarships throughout her studies. Her academic excellence was further acknowledged through a Talented Award in Metric (High School) and a solar panel and laptop for outstanding performance in Intermediate studies. She has also engaged in international research collaborations with renowned scientists such as Prof. Dr. Arun Arjunan (UK), Prof. Dr. Layth Jasim (Iraq), and Dr. Tariq Javed (Pakistan), contributing to impactful, interdisciplinary studies.
Currently, Maryam is further expanding her expertise by pursuing a Professional Diploma in Regulatory Affairs of Drugs & Medical Devices from Radex Education, USA, bridging her research background with the pharmaceutical and medical device industries. She is also passionate about scientific outreach and mentorship and actively shares her knowledge through her YouTube channel, “YOUNG RESEARCHERS” ( https://www.youtube.com/@youngresearchers ), where she provides guidance on scientific writing, publishing, and career development for young researchers. With a strong commitment to advancing environmental science and research integrity, she continues to make significant contributions to academia and beyond.
ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2165-6562
WOS: https://www.webofscience.com/wos/author/record/HJA-3042-2022
Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=LZ4deYQAAAAJ&hl=en