Dr. Ivan Kiganda | Enviromental Toxicicity | Best Researcher Award
Assistant Lecturer | Makerere University | Uganda
Dr. Ivan Kigandais a dedicated researcher in chemistry whose work spans natural products, medicinal chemistry, phytochemistry, spectroscopy, and advanced analytical techniques. His academic journey has strengthened his expertise in isolating, purifying, and characterizing bioactive compounds using tools such as NMR, mass spectrometry, HPLC, UV, ORD, and CD, contributing to the discovery of antiviral, antimicrobial, and pharmacologically relevant phytochemicals. He has conducted research across multiple international laboratories, gaining experience in studying volatile organic compounds, optimizing analytical workflows, and exploring structure–activity relationships of natural molecules. Dr. Ivan Kiganda scholarship also extends to cutting-edge themes such as green synthesis of metallic nanomaterials, photocatalysis, titanium dioxide–based nanostructures, perovskite solar cells, solid-state battery advancements, hydrogen fuel cells, adsorption optimization, and sustainable energy materials. His publications reflect a strong commitment to addressing global scientific challenges, ranging from environmental remediation to renewable energy solutions and innovative materials for high-efficiency photovoltaic devices. Dr. Ivan Kiganda has collaborated extensively with multidisciplinary teams, contributing to impactful studies on ecological risks, sustainable chemistry, and environmentally friendly technological innovations. His work demonstrates a blend of experimental rigor, methodological versatility, and strong problem-solving capabilities that support advancements in natural product chemistry, analytical sciences, and clean-energy research. With 11 citations across 11 documents, 4 published papers, and an h-index of 2, he continues to build a research profile marked by innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to advancing chemistry for health, sustainability, and technological progress.
Featured Publications
Bbumba, S., Karume, I., Kigozi, M., Nsamba, H. K., Yikii, C. L., Nazziwa, R. A., & others. (2024). Titanium dioxide one-dimensional nanostructures as photoanodes for dye-sensitized solar cells. Journal of Materials Science Research and Reviews, 7(2), 315–338.
Bbumba, S., Kigozi, M., Nabatanzi, J., Karume, I., Arum, C. T., Nsamba, H. K., & others. (2024). Response surface methodology: A review on optimization of adsorption studies. Asian Journal of Chemical Sciences, 14(6), 106–113.
Arum, C. T., Bbumba, S., Kigozi, M., Karume, I., Nsubuga, H., Kato, M., Kiganda, I., & others. (2024). Solid-state batteries: Overcoming challenges and harnessing opportunities for a sustainable energy future. Physical Science International Journal, 28(5), 96–108.
Kiganda, I., Bogaerts, J., Wieske, L. H. E., Deyou, T., Atilaw, Y., Uwamariya, C., & others. (2024). Antiviral rotenoids and isoflavones isolated from Millettia oblata ssp. teitensis. Journal of Natural Products, 87(4), 1003–1012.
Kiganda, I., Wieske, L. H. E., Nchiozem-Ngnitedem, V. A., Chalo, D., & others. (2024). Antimicrobial dihydroflavonols and isoflavans isolated from the root bark of Dalbergia gloveri. Journal of Natural Products, 87(9), 2263–2271.