Shahla Pazokifard

(Assistant Professor, Ph.D)





Iran Polymer and Petrochemical Institute
Faculty of Processing - Color, Resin and Surface Coatings Department
P.O. Box 14965/115, Tehran, Iran
Tel.: +98 21 44580000; 48662508 Facsimile: +98 21 44580021-3
E-mail: s.pazokifard@ippi.ac.ir & shpazokifard@yahoo.com
http://www.ippi.ac.ir
 
 
Personal Details:
·         Date of Birth: 31/08/1969
Place of Birth: Tehran, Iran
Marital Status: Married, One child
Nationality: Iranian
 
Education:
· Ph.D. in Polymer Engineering, Iran Polymer and Petrochemical Institute, 2012.
· M.Sc. in Polymer Engineering, Science & Technology of Color, Amirkabir (Polytechnic) University of Tehran, 1995.
· B.Sc. in Textile Engineering, Science & Technology of Color, Amirkabir (Polytechnic) University of Tehran, 1992.
 
Interested Research Area:
· Surface Chemistry
· Formulation and Characterization of Paints & Surface Coatings (Powder Coatings, Marine Paints, Functional Coatings, ...)
· Traffic Paints and Road Markings
· Color Chemistry
  
Work Experience:
·         Iran Polymer & Petrochemical Institute, IPPI: Assistant Professor (Mar 2012 to present); Member of Academic Staff (Feb 2005 to 2012); Member of the research team (Sep 2001-Feb 2005).
·         Iran Color Research Center, ICRC, Oct 1998-Mar 2001: Member of Academic Staff.
·         Tavoos Paint Manufacturing Company, 1997-1998: Technical Manager.
·         Amirkabir University of Technology, Faculties of Polymer Eng., Paint quality Control Lab, 1995-1998: Laboratory Assistant.
·         Amirkabir University of Technology, Faculties of Polymer Eng., Paint Manufacturing Lab: 1992-1995: Laboratory Assistant.
 
 
Journal Papers:
1) Pazokifard S. Mirabedini S.M, Moradian S. and Ghaffarian S.R., “Feasibility Study of Synthesis of Carboxylated Polyester Resin Based on 1,6 hexanediol”, Iranian Journal of Polymer Science and Technology, No.4, 219-227, 1383. 
2) Tari M, Esfandeh M, Mirabedini S.M and Pazokifard S, “Application of Silane Compounds for Improving Adhesion of a Silicone Elastomer Top Coat to an Epoxy Primer”, Iranian Journal of Polymer Science and Technology, No. 81, 33-41, 1385. 
3) Mirabedini S.M and Pazokifard S , Esfandeh M, Akbari Z and Mohseni M, “Effect of Different Marine Coatings on Frictional Drag of Vessels” Iranian Journal of Polymer Science and Technology Vol. 19, No. 4, 265-275, 1385.
4) Pazokifard S and Mirabedini S.M, “Testing of Powder Coatings”, Iranian Journal of Paint and Resin, Spring 1383(2004).
5) S. M. Mirabedini, S. Pazoki, M. Esfandeh, M. Mohseni and Z. Akbari, "Comparison of Drag Characteristics of Self-Polishing Co-polymers and Silicone Foul Release coatings: A Study of Wettability and Surface Roughness", Progress in Organic Coatings, 57 (2006) 421-429.
6) M. Esfandeh, S. M. Mirabedini, S. Pazokifard and M. Tari, "Study of  Silicone Coating Adhesion to an Epoxy Undercoat using Silane Compounds: Effect of Silane Type and Application Method", Colloid and Surfaces, A: Physicochemical and Engineering Aspects, 302 (2007), 11-16.
7)  S. M. Mirabedini, S. Pazoki, "Study of pavement markings performance and troubleshooting, Part 1", Iran Surface Coatings Magazine, 18 (1385), 45-49.
8) S. M. Mirabedini, S. Pazoki, "Study of pavement markings performance and troubleshooting, Part 2", Iran Surface Coatings Magazine, 19 (1386), 33-37.
9) A. Mirabedini, S.M. Mirabedini, A.A. Babalou, S. Pazokifard “Synthesis, Characterization and enhanced photocatalytic activity of TiO2/SiO2nanocomposite in an aqueous solution and acrylic-based coatings”, Progress in Organic Coatings 72 (2011) 453– 460.
10) Sh. Pazokifard, S. M. Mirabedini, M. Esfandeh, M. Mohseni and Z. Ranjbar, “Silane grafting of TiO2 nanoparticles: dispersibility and photoactivity in aqueous solutions”, Surface and Interface Analysis 47 (2012) 41-47.
11) S. Pazokifard, M. Esfandeh, S.M. Mirabedini, M. Mohseni, Z. Ranjbar, “Investigating the Role of Surface Treated Titanium Dioxide nanoparticles on Self-cleaning Behavior of an Acrylic Facade Coating”, Accepted by the Journal.
12) S. Pazokifard, S. M. Mirabedini, M. Esfandeh, S. Farrokhpay, “Fluoroalkylsilane treatment of TiO2 nanoparticles: characterization and mechanism”, Advanced Powder Technology, in press (2012).
 
International & National Seminars:
1)      Pazokifard S. Moradian S. and Mirabedini S.M, “Synthesis of Carboxylated Polyester Resin for Epoxy/Polyester Hybrid Powder Coatings”, The 8th Chemical Engineering National Conference, Mashhad, Iran, 2001.
2) Mirabedini S.M, Pazokifard S and Mohseni M, “Trend of Marine Coatings for Vessels”, Iran Coat 2003, Tehran, Iran, 1-2 Feb 2003.
 3) Mirabedini S.M, Pazokifard S and Akbari Z , “Effect of Different Marine Coatings on Drag Force of a Vessel”, Proceeding of 3th National Symposium on Color, Coating and Chemicals, Amirkabir University (polytechnic Tehran), 31Jan-1Feb 2004, Tehran, Iran.
4) Mirabedini S.M, Pazokifard S and Mohseni M, “Study of Silicone Elastomer Coatings as a Replacement of Self Polish Copolymer Coatings used in Antifouling Marine Paints”, Proceeding of 3th National Symposium on Color, Coating and Chemicals, Amirkabir University (polytechnic Tehran),31Jan-1Feb 2004, Tehran, Iran.
5) Mirabedini S.M, Pazokifard S and Akbari Z ,“Surface Characterization of Silicone Elastomer Coatings used for Vessels”, Proceeding of 9th Chemical Engineering National Conference, Science and Industry University of Iran, Tehran, Iran, 24-26 Nov 2004.
6) Ranjbar Z. and Pazokifard S. Corrosion in Marin Environments”, Proceedings of First National Symposium on Marine Coatings, Gheshm Island, Iran, 25-26 Nov 2004.
7) Mirabedini S.M., Pazokifard S., Akbari Z., "Silicone Elastomer Coatings, As a Substitution Replacement for Self-polishing Marine Antifouling Coatings", 3th National Symposium on Color, Coatings and Relative Chemicals, Tehran, Iran, 31Jan-1Feb., 2004.
8) Tari M., Esfandeh M., Mirabedini S. M. and Pazokifard S., “Effect of Silane Agent on The Adhesion Performance of Silicone Foul Realease Coatings”, 28th Annual Meeting of the Adhesion Society, Alabama, USA, 13-16 Feb, 2005.
 9)  Akbari Z., Mirabedini M., Pazokifard S., Mozarad A., "Evaluation of Frictional Drag in Different Marine Coatings by Rotor Apparatus", 10thChemical Engineering National Conference, Sistan, Iran, Nov., 2005.
10) Akbari Z., Mirabedini S.M., Pazokifard S and Mohseni M., “Evaluation of Friction Drag in Different Marine Coatings by Rotor Apparatus”, Proceeding of 7th International Seminar on Polymer Science and Technology (ISPST), Tehran- Iran,
27-29 Sep 2005.
11) Mirabedini S.M., Pazokifard S., Akbari Z., Mohseni M. and Esfandeh M., “Comparsion of Drag Characteristics of Tin-Free Self-Polishing Co-Polymers and Silicone Fouling Release Coatings: A Study of Wettability and Surface Roughness”, Fluorine & Silicone in Coatings, Manchester Conference Center, UK, 6-7 December 2005.
12) Mirabedini S.M., Esfandeh M., Pazokifard S. and Tari M., “Effect of Silane Agents on the Adhesion Performance of Silicone Foul Release Coatings”, Fluorine & Silicone in Coatings, Manchester Conference Center, UK, 6-7 December 2005.
13) Pazokifard S., Mirabedini S.M., and Kiamanesh A., “Study The Effect of Nano TiO2 on Weather Resistance of TGIC/PE Powder Coatings”, The 11th Chemical Engineering National Conference, Tarbiat Modares University, Tehran, Iran, 28-30 November 2006.
14)  M. Mirabedini, Sh. Pazokifard, E. Farkhondeh, H. Rouzikhah, “Importance and Inspection Procedure of Road Markings”, First National Seminar on Traffic Paints, Safety and Pavement Marking, Iran Polymer & Petrochemical Institute, November 2006.
15) Mirabedini S.M., Pazokifard S., Farkhondeh E. and Rozekhah H., “Classification of Road Markings and Selection Criteria”, The First National Seminar on "Traffic paints, Pavement Marking & Safety", Polymer And Petrochemical Institute, Tehran, Iran, 12-13 November, 2006.
16) Pazokifard S., Mirabedini S.M. and Malekbarmi A., “Quality Control and Test Procedures  of Road Markings Paints”, The First National Seminar on "Traffic paints, Pavement Marking & Safety", Polymer And Petrochemical Institute, Tehran, Iran, 12-13 November, 2006.
17) Pazokifard S. and Mirabedini S.M., “Road Surface Preparation and Removal Methods of Road Markings”, The First National Seminar on Traffic paints, Pavement Marking & Safety", Polymer And Petrochemical Institute, Tehran, Iran, 12-13 November, 2006.
18) Mirabedini S.M., Pazokifard S., Farkhondeh E. and Rozekhah H., “Inspection of Road Marking Paints”, The First National Seminar on "Traffic paints, Pavement Marking & Safety", Polymer And Petrochemical Institute, Tehran, Iran, 12-13 November, 2006.
19) Mirabedini S.M., Jamali S. and Pazokifard S., “Thermoplastic Road Markings: Composition and Execution”, The First National Seminar on "Traffic paints, Pavement Marking & Safety", Polymer And Petrochemical Institute, Tehran, Iran, 12-13 November, 2006.
20) Mirabedini S.M., Pazokifard S., "Affected Factors on Road Marking Performance, Defects and Troubleshooting", The First National Seminar on "Traffic paints, Pavement Marking & Safety", Polymer And Petrochemical Institute, Tehran, Iran, 12-13 November, 2006.
21) Mirabedini S.M., Pazokifard S. and Kiamanesh A., “Improvement of Mechanical Properties of Clear Polyester Powder Coatings Using Nanoparticle  Composite”, Nano & Hybrid Coatings, Brussels, Belgium, 7-8 March 2007.
22) Pazokifard S., Z. Ranjbar and S. Rastegar, "Study of the effect of solvent/non-solvent ratio on the morphology of coating films", 8th International Seminar on Polymer Science and Technology (ISPST), Tehran, Iran, 23-25 Oct, 2007.
23) A. Mirabedini, A. A. Babaloo, S.M. Mirabedini, S. Pazoki Fard, "Modification of Photocatalytic Activity of TiO2 Nanoparticles by Silane Surface Treatment", Proceeding of 9th International Seminar on Polymer Science and Technology (ISPST), Tehran- Iran, 17-21 Oct 2009.
24) A. Mirabedini, A. A. Babaloo, S.M. Mirabedini, S. PazokiFard, "Synthesis of TiO2/SiO2 Nano Composites for Photocatalysis Applications via
Sol-Gel Procedure
",  3th International Color and Coatings Congress, (2th International Conference on Automotive Paint and Coatings), Tehran- Iran, 16-18 Nov 2009.
25) S. Pazokifard, S. M. Mirabedini, M. Esfandeh, S. Farrokhpay, “Structure and Properties of Fluoroalkylsilane Treated nano-Titania”, Chemeca2011, Sydney, Australia, 18-21 Sep 2011, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, paper 485.
26) S. Pazokifard, S. M. Mirabedini, M. Esfandeh, S. Farrokhpay, “Introducing Self-cleaning Property to Acrylic Coatings using Fluorosilane Treated TiO2 Nanoparticles”, Polymer Processing Society, PPS2011, 15-17 Nov 2011, Kish Island, Iran. paper 497.
27) S. Pazokifard, M. Esfandeh, S. M. Mirabedini, “Acrylic Coatings Containing Fluorinated TiO2 Nanoparticles: Self-cleaning Property and Enhanced Durability”, 8th Coating Science, 25-29 June 2012,Noordwijk, The Netherlands, paper 42.

Book Translating/Editing:
·         Pazokifard S. and Mirabedini S.M. Translating of "Powder Coatings, Science & technology” [Misev A., John Wiley & Sons, New York, 1992],Published by Iran Polymer and Petrochemical Institute, 2004.
 
Reports:
·         Pazokifard S., "Feasibility study on Alkyl Phenol Resins in Iran", Sina Chemical Industries, 1998-1999.
·         Pazokifard S., "Production of Alkyd Resins", 1998-1999.
·         Pazokifard S., Ranjbar Z., "Investigation of Protedtive Coatings for Protection of Marine Metal structures in Bandarabbas and Gheshm Ports", 1999-2000.
·         Mirabedini S.M and Pazokifard S., "Drag Reducing Coatings on Vessels", Managing & Planning Organization, 2001-2003.
·         Mirabedini S.M and Pazokifard S., "Production and Application Procedure for Traffic Paints", Iran Ministry of Road and Transportation, 2004-2006.
·         Mirabedini S.M and Pazokifard S., "Improvement of Weather Stability of Polyester Powder Coatings", 2004-2006.
·         Pazokifard S., Ranjbar Z. "Solvent/non-solvent Effect on Coating films morphology", Iran Polymer & Petrochemical Institute, 2006-2007.
 
Patents:
·       Polymer and Petrochemical Institute, Pazokifard S. and Mirabedini S.M., "Drag Reducing Marine Coating", Iranian Patent No. 37662, 1385.9.14.
·       Mirabedini S.M., Esfandeh M., and Pazokifard S., "Tie Layer Used in Silicone Marine Coating Systems", Iranian Patent No. 37661, 1385.9.14.
·       Hasanzadeh E., Mahdavian A., Pazokifard S., Salehimobarake H., Gholamzadehjedi Y., "Water-borne Traffic Paints with Low drying Time and High Mechanical Properties", Iranian Patent No. 59646, 1388.3.31
Last Updated: 2012/07/14