Sanaz Khademolqorani is a dedicated researcher with a focus on developing bio-materials inspired by nature for a wide range of applications. With a robust academic background and extensive experience in nano-bio science research, she currently holds the position of team leader at EE Private Laboratory. In this role, she leads the integration of bio-based materials with diverse fabrication techniques. Her commitment to expanding her expertise in fabrication techniques and exploring smart/high-tech-based structures is unwavering.
Comprehensive Analysis of ZrO2 Particle Size in PEO Electrospun Nanolayers for Enhanced Performance as a Polymeric Solid-State Electrolyte Pouya Ahmadkhani, Seyedeh Nooshin Banitaba, Vahid Haddadi‐Asl, Sanaz Khademolqorani, Niloofar Mohamadi Polymers for Advanced Technologies, 2025 Nanofibrous solid electrolytes (NSEs) represent a highly promising category of architectural designs for next‐generation lithium‐ion batteries, through offering favorable pathways for transferring lithium ions between the interconnected tiny pores. However, the relatively low ionic conductivity observed at room temperature still poses substantial challenges that hinder their practical applications, which could be remarkably addressed by loading fillers, like oxide nanoparticles. Herein, we employed nano‐ and microscaled zirconia (ZrO 2 ) particles with various concentrations (1%–5%) into the polyethylene oxide‐based NSEs to approach a maximized electrochemical functionality. The results indicated a significant rise in the fraction of free lithium ions from 0.21 to 0.72 and 0.44 via loading 3% and 1% nano and micro ZrO 2 , respectively. The Nyquist plots exhibited the highest ionic conductivities of (2.44 ± 0.35) × 10 −4 and (2.54 ± 0.28) × 10 −4 S cm −1 in the presence of 3% and 1% nano and micro ZrO 2 . Additionally, incorporating the fillers resulted in an enhancement in the capacity retention from 98.75 to 151.75 (containing 3% nano ZrO 2 ) and 146.42 mAh g −1 (containing 1% micro ZrO 2 ) at 1C after 80 cycles. The findings illustrate a clear correlation between nanoparticle size and electrolyte performance, suggesting that the incorporation of nanoscale ZrO 2 presents a viable approach to address the intrinsic limitations of PEO‐based NSEs. This research provides valuable insights for the strategic design of high‐performance, flexible, and secure solid‐state electrolytes intended for next‐generation lithium‐ion batteries and other energy storage systems.
Innovative Integration of Layered Carbon Materials in Biopolymer Fibrous Membranes for Sustainable Water Treatment Sanaz Khademolqorani, Kinjal J Shah, Mandana Dilamian, Ahmed I. Osman, Esra Altiok, Shohreh Azizi, Ilunga Kamika, Yuxin Yang, Fatma Yalcinkaya, Andre Yvaz, Seyedeh Nooshin Banitaba Advanced Sustainable Systems, 2025 Climate change and socioeconomic shifts are straining water resources, threatening public welfare and ecosystems, making it crucial to address hazardous pollutants in industrial wastewater before they enter the environment. Amidst the global transition toward a circular bioeconomy, biopolymers have emerged as a promising alternative to synthetic polymeric membranes. Their biodegradability into harmless byproducts positions them as eco‐friendly options. Biopolymeric materials, particularly in fibrous forms, offer exceptional flux and permeability, enhanced resistance to fouling, and highly selective filtration. Their remarkable specific surface area and interconnected porous structure make them a superior choice for advanced filtration applications. A progressive advancement in this domain unfolds by integrating carbon‐based materials into biopolymeric filtration membranes. Represented by materials like MXene, graphene oxide, and carbon nanotubes, such fillers augment biopolymeric membranes, offering exceptional attributes such as remarkable surface area, superior adsorption and ion exchange capabilities, selective permeability, chemical versatility, and antibacterial features. This comprehensive review delves into the intricacies of engineering biopolymeric membranes, emphasizing their evolution into efficient structures for wastewater treatment. It also explores the synergistic amalgamation of biopolymeric networks with carbon‐based nanostructures, highlighting their collective potential in advancing environmentally conscious green membranes and achieving the ultimate objective of ensuring clean water resources.
Multipurpose triadic MXene/garlic/gellan gum-based architecture in the horizon of bone tissue regeneration Lin Zhou, Zhuo Zhao, Seyedeh Nooshin Banitaba, Sanaz Khademolqorani, Xin Han, Guang Chen Nanoscale, 2025 Introducing Ti3C2Tx nanosheets and garlic extract into a porous gellan gum scaffold could promote the hydrophilicity rate, mechanical strength, and antibacterial activity, providing a favorable structure for the growth and attachment of MG63 cells.
Advancements in Battery Materials: Bio-Based and Mineral Fillers for Next-Generation Solid Polymer Electrolytes Tayyab Subhani, Sanaz Khademolqorani, Seyedeh Nooshin Banitaba, Mohamed Ramadan, Abdul Khaliq, Imran Ali Chaudhry, Ahmed I. Osman ACS Applied Materials and Interfaces, 2024 The state-of-the-art all-solid-state batteries are expected to surpass conventional flammable Li-ion batteries, offering high energy density and safety in an ultrathin and lightweight solvent-free polymeric electrolyte (SPE). Nevertheless, there is an urgent need to boost the room-temperature ionic conductivity and interfacial charge transport of the SPEs to approach practical all-solid-state devices. Accordingly, loading filler grains into SPEs has been well-documented as a versatile strategy, promoting the overall electrochemical performance. In this era, using natural resources to extract filler additives has attracted tremendous attention to curb fossil fuel dependency. Also, there is a growing preference for materials that impose minimal environmental harm, are sustainable, and exhibit environmentally friendly characteristics. Therefore, mineral and biobased fillers, as natural-based additives, are strong candidates to replace traditional petroleum-based synthetic materials. Herein, we conduct a systematic investigation into the ion-transport mechanisms and fundamental properties of the filler-loaded SPEs. Additionally, recent advances in SPE architectures through embedding mineral and biobased fillers, as well as their hybrid compositions, are focused. Finally, the downsides and future directions are highlighted to facilitate further development and research toward revitalizing rechargeable battery-related technology. Overall, efficient methods for modifying SPEs through the use of natural resource organic and inorganic fillers are discussed, and technological advancements and related challenges are emphasized. Following the provided rational solutions to overcome major obstacles faced by SPEs, we hope to meet the demands of a greener future.
Diverse applications of versatile quaternized chitosan salts: A review Eduardo Alberto López-Maldonado, Maryamosadat Mavaei, Sasan Dan, Seyedeh Nooshin Banitaba, Maryam Gholamhosseinpour, Sepideh Hamedi, Luis Jesús Villarreal-Gómez, Graciela Lizeth Pérez-González, Sara Mashkouri, Sanaz Khademolqorani, Ahmed M. Elgarahy International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 2024
Preparation and in vitro biological assessment of a cactus mucilage–cuprorivaite bio/nano hybrid scaffold for wound healing S Khademolqorani, SN Banitaba, A Najafinezhad, RE Neisiany Materials Today Advances 30, 100798 , 2026 2026
Molecular-level green chemistry based design of a custom binding site for targeted Cu (II) ion removal in bio-retention system KJ Shah, D Cai, SN Banitaba, S Khademolqorani, H Kim, Z You, Y Sun, ... Chemosphere, 144922 , 2026 2026
Harmonizing akermanite and starch-based fabrication techniques on 3D printed scaffolds for empowering bone tissue regeneration SN Banitaba, S Khademolqorani, A Najafinezhad, S Nasiri-Harchegani, ... International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 151561 , 2026 2026
Comprehensive Analysis of ZrO 2 Particle Size in PEO Electrospun Nanolayers for Enhanced Performance as a Polymeric Solid‐State Electrolyte P Ahmadkhani, SN Banitaba, V Haddadi‐Asl, S Khademolqorani, ... Polymers for Advanced Technologies 36 (12), e70474 , 2025 2025
Harnessing the Osteogenic Potential of Novel Copper Modified Baghdadite Nanogalleris Integrated in Silk Fibroin Electrospun Scaffolds for Enhanced Bone Regeneration S Khademolqorani, SN Banitaba, M Kouhi, B Behrouznejad Journal of Polymers and the Environment 33 (7), 3294-3311 , 2025 2025 Citations: 4
Innovative integration of layered carbon materials in biopolymer fibrous membranes for sustainable water treatment S Khademolqorani, KJ Shah, M Dilamian, AI Osman, E Altiok, S Azizi, ... Advanced Sustainable Systems 9 (6), 2500035 , 2025 2025 Citations: 16
MXene–metal phosphate/phosphide composites for energy storage and conversion I Hussain, A Iqbal, F Bibi, S Pandiyarajan, SN Banitaba, ... SusMat 5 (2), e259 , 2025 2025 Citations: 17
Multipurpose triadic MXene/garlic/gellan gum-based architecture in the horizon of bone tissue regeneration L Zhou, Z Zhao, SN Banitaba, S Khademolqorani, X Han, G Chen Nanoscale 17 (5), 2528-2544 , 2025 2025 Citations: 11
Recent insights on MXene-based architectures for monitoring and sensing of gaseous pollutants: A review Y Chen, X Li, C Zhu, G Fan, S Khademolqorani, SN Banitaba Talanta 280, 126700 , 2024 2024 Citations: 21
Advancements in battery materials: bio-based and mineral fillers for next-generation solid polymer electrolytes T Subhani, S Khademolqorani, SN Banitaba, M Ramadan, A Khaliq, ... ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces 16 (46), 63089-63108 , 2024 2024 Citations: 27
Diverse applications of versatile quaternized chitosan salts: A review EA López-Maldonado, M Mavaei, S Dan, SN Banitaba, ... International Journal of Biological Macromolecules 281, 136276 , 2024 2024 Citations: 25
Application scopes of miniaturized MXene‐functionalized electrospun nanofibers‐based electrochemical energy devices S Khademolqorani, SN Banitaba, A Gupta, N Poursharifi, AA Ghaffari, ... Small 20 (24), 2309572 , 2024 2024 Citations: 33
Synergistic integration of MXene nanostructures into electrospun fibers for advanced biomedical engineering applications X Li, S Wang, M Zheng, Z Ma, Y Chen, L Deng, W Xu, G Fan, ... Nanoscale Horizons 9 (10), 1703-1724 , 2024 2024 Citations: 40
Gellan gum–based nanocomposite hydrogels S Khademolqorani, SN Banitaba, S Azizi, M Kouhi Application of Gellan Gum as a Biomedical Polymer, 171-197 , 2024 2024 Citations: 8
Current trends and future perspectives of stroke management through integrating health care team and nanodrug delivery strategy X Han, Y Qin, C Mei, F Jiao, S Khademolqorani, S Nooshin Banitaba Frontiers in Cellular Neuroscience 17, 1266660 , 2023 2023 Citations: 14
Overlooked promising green features of electrospun cellulose-based fibers in lithium-ion batteries MZ Ansari, SN Banitaba, S Khademolqorani, I Kamika, VV Jadhav ACS omega 8 (46), 43388-43407 , 2023 2023 Citations: 16
Tailoring Performance of the LiNi0. 8Mn0. 1Co0. 1O2 Cathode by Al2O3 and MoO3 artificial cathode electrolyte interphase (CEI) layers through plasma-enhanced atomic layer … Z Zhuang, V Jadhav, S Banitaba, S Khademolqorani, D Gandlar, F Zhang, ... ChemRxiv 2023 (0907) , 2023 2023 Citations: 1
Recent progress of bio-based smart wearable sensors for healthcare applications SN Banitaba, S Khademolqorani, VV Jadhav, E Chamanehpour, ... Materials Today Electronics 5, 100055 , 2023 2023 Citations: 133
The collagen-based scaffolds for bone regeneration: A journey through electrospun composites integrated with organic and inorganic additives Y Feng, Y Shi, Y Tian, Y Yang, J Wang, H Guo, SN Banitaba, ... Processes 11 (7), 2105 , 2023 2023 Citations: 35
Department of Textile Engineering, Amirkabir University of Technology, Tehran 1591634311, Iran. bEmerald Experts Laboratory, Isfahan Science and Technology Town, Isfahan 84156 … AA Gharehaghaji, M Sadrjahani, RM Guravan, SN Banitaba, A Fakhrali, ... 2023
MOST CITED SCHOLAR PUBLICATIONS
Recent progress of bio-based smart wearable sensors for healthcare applications SN Banitaba, S Khademolqorani, VV Jadhav, E Chamanehpour, ... Materials Today Electronics 5, 100055 , 2023 2023 Citations: 133
The determinant role of fabrication technique in final characteristics of scaffolds for tissue engineering applications: A focus on silk fibroin-based scaffolds S Khademolqorani, H Tavanai, IS Chronakis, A Boisen, F Ajalloueian Materials Science and Engineering: C 122, 111867 , 2021 2021 Citations: 43
Synergistic integration of MXene nanostructures into electrospun fibers for advanced biomedical engineering applications X Li, S Wang, M Zheng, Z Ma, Y Chen, L Deng, W Xu, G Fan, ... Nanoscale Horizons 9 (10), 1703-1724 , 2024 2024 Citations: 40
The collagen-based scaffolds for bone regeneration: A journey through electrospun composites integrated with organic and inorganic additives Y Feng, Y Shi, Y Tian, Y Yang, J Wang, H Guo, SN Banitaba, ... Processes 11 (7), 2105 , 2023 2023 Citations: 35
Application scopes of miniaturized MXene‐functionalized electrospun nanofibers‐based electrochemical energy devices S Khademolqorani, SN Banitaba, A Gupta, N Poursharifi, AA Ghaffari, ... Small 20 (24), 2309572 , 2024 2024 Citations: 33
Advancements in battery materials: bio-based and mineral fillers for next-generation solid polymer electrolytes T Subhani, S Khademolqorani, SN Banitaba, M Ramadan, A Khaliq, ... ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces 16 (46), 63089-63108 , 2024 2024 Citations: 27
Diverse applications of versatile quaternized chitosan salts: A review EA López-Maldonado, M Mavaei, S Dan, SN Banitaba, ... International Journal of Biological Macromolecules 281, 136276 , 2024 2024 Citations: 25
Tailoring the performance of the LiNi 0.8 Mn 0.1 Co 0.1 O 2 cathode using Al 2 O 3 and MoO 3 artificial cathode electrolyte interphase (CEI) layers through plasma-enhanced … VV Jadhav, Z Zhuang, SN Banitaba, S Khademolqorani, D Gandla, ... Dalton Transactions 52 (40), 14564-14572 , 2023 2023 Citations: 22
Recent insights on MXene-based architectures for monitoring and sensing of gaseous pollutants: A review Y Chen, X Li, C Zhu, G Fan, S Khademolqorani, SN Banitaba Talanta 280, 126700 , 2024 2024 Citations: 21
Mechanical properties of silk plain‐weft knitted scaffolds for bladder tissue engineering applications S Khademolqorani, H Tavanai, F Ajalloueian Polymers for Advanced Technologies 32 (6), 2367-2377 , 2021 2021 Citations: 19
MXene–metal phosphate/phosphide composites for energy storage and conversion I Hussain, A Iqbal, F Bibi, S Pandiyarajan, SN Banitaba, ... SusMat 5 (2), e259 , 2025 2025 Citations: 17
Application of electrosprayed nanoparticles as targeted drug delivery systems: A mini review S Khademolqorani, SN Banitaba Journal of Applied Sciences and Nanotechnology 2 (2), 1-7 , 2022 2022 Citations: 17
Innovative integration of layered carbon materials in biopolymer fibrous membranes for sustainable water treatment S Khademolqorani, KJ Shah, M Dilamian, AI Osman, E Altiok, S Azizi, ... Advanced Sustainable Systems 9 (6), 2500035 , 2025 2025 Citations: 16
Overlooked promising green features of electrospun cellulose-based fibers in lithium-ion batteries MZ Ansari, SN Banitaba, S Khademolqorani, I Kamika, VV Jadhav ACS omega 8 (46), 43388-43407 , 2023 2023 Citations: 16
Current trends and future perspectives of stroke management through integrating health care team and nanodrug delivery strategy X Han, Y Qin, C Mei, F Jiao, S Khademolqorani, S Nooshin Banitaba Frontiers in Cellular Neuroscience 17, 1266660 , 2023 2023 Citations: 14
Biomedical applications of non-layered 2DMs SN Banitaba, AAQ Ahmed, MR Norouzi, S Khademolqorani Semiconductors and Semimetals 113, 297-322 , 2023 2023 Citations: 12
Multipurpose triadic MXene/garlic/gellan gum-based architecture in the horizon of bone tissue regeneration L Zhou, Z Zhao, SN Banitaba, S Khademolqorani, X Han, G Chen Nanoscale 17 (5), 2528-2544 , 2025 2025 Citations: 11
Response surface modelling of electrosprayed polyacrylonitrile nanoparticle size S Khademolqorani, A Zeinal Hamadani, H Tavanai Journal of Nanoparticles 2014 (1), 146218 , 2014 2014 Citations: 10
Gellan gum–based nanocomposite hydrogels S Khademolqorani, SN Banitaba, S Azizi, M Kouhi Application of Gellan Gum as a Biomedical Polymer, 171-197 , 2024 2024 Citations: 8
Harnessing the Osteogenic Potential of Novel Copper Modified Baghdadite Nanogalleris Integrated in Silk Fibroin Electrospun Scaffolds for Enhanced Bone Regeneration S Khademolqorani, SN Banitaba, M Kouhi, B Behrouznejad Journal of Polymers and the Environment 33 (7), 3294-3311 , 2025 2025 Citations: 4