Fenghong Wang | Environmental | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Fenghong Wang |  Environmental |  Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor at Inner Mongolia Medical University, China

Dr. Fenghong Wang is an Associate Professor and Master’s Supervisor at the Department of Hygiene and Toxicology, Inner Mongolia Medical University. Her research focuses on the identification and mechanisms of environmental toxicants and their health risks in populations, with specific emphasis on cardiovascular toxicity caused by nano-silica, perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), and rare earth dust.

Profile:

🎓 Educational Background:

  • Ph.D. in Toxicology – Capital Medical University (2019–2022)
    Supervisor: Prof. Sun Zhiwei

  • M.Sc. in Occupational & Environmental Health – Jilin University (2012–2015)
    Supervisor: Prof. Li Jing

  • B.Sc. in Preventive Medicine – Baotou Medical College, Inner Mongolia University of Science and Technology (2007–2012)

🧪 Research Focus:

Wang Fenghong specializes in the mechanistic toxicology of environmental pollutants with public health implications, focusing on:

  • 🧼 Cardiovascular toxicity of nano-silica

  • 🧪 Toxic effects of PFOA on the cardiovascular system

  • 🌍 Health risks from environmental exposure to rare earth dust

🧑‍🏫 Professional Experience:

  • 2023–Present: Associate Professor, School of Public Health, Inner Mongolia Medical University

  • 2015–2019: Public Health Physician, Industrial Hygiene Dept., Baotou Guoyao Beifang Hospital

📊 Research Projects:

  • 🔬 PI, Inner Mongolia Natural Science Foundation
    (100,000 RMB – Nanosilica & Cardiac Fibrosis)

  • 🎯 PI, High-Level Talent Research Start-up Fund
    (Particulate Matter & Cardiovascular Toxicity)

  • 💉 PI, Inner Mongolia Dept. of Finance
    (PFOA-induced Cardiomyocyte Injury in Mice)

📚 Selected Publications (First Author):

  1. 2025 – Silica nanoparticles & cardiac hypertrophy (Toxicological Science)

  2. 2022 – ROS/NLRP3/Caspase-1-mediated pyroptosis (Free Radic Biol Med)

  3. 2021 – PM2.5 & atrial fibrillation meta-analysis (Sci Total Environ)

  4. 2020 – PM2.5 & heart rate variability (Chemosphere)

👩‍🎓 Graduate Supervision:

  • Supervised 3 master’s students

  • Admission field: Public Health and Preventive Medicine

🏆 Honors & Awards:

  • 🥈 Second Prize – Innovation Forum, Inner Mongolia Medical University

  • 🥉 Third Prize – Provincial-level Experimental Design Competition

🧬 Research Contribution Summary:

  • 🧾 4 SCI first-author papers published

  • 📑 3 SCI papers under review

  • 🏥 Expertise in cardiovascular toxicology, occupational health, and environmental exposure impact

📈 Citation Metrics:

  • Total Citations: 299

  • Cited By: 275 documents

  • Total Publications: 12

  • h-index: 11

Publication:

Ferritinophagy was involved in long-term SiNPs exposure-induced ferroptosis and liver fibrosis
Authors: Qingqing Liang, Yuexiao Ma, Fenghong Wang, Junchao Duan, Zhiwei Sun
Journal: Nanotoxicology, 2023
Citations: 11

Majed Ibrahim | Climate Change | Best Academic Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr.  Majed Ibrahim | Climate Change | Best Academic Researcher Award

Professor at Al al-Bayt University,  Jordan

Prof. Majed Ibrahim is a distinguished professor and researcher in Remote Sensing and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) at the Faculty of Earth and Environmental Sciences, Al al-Bayt University, Jordan. He holds a Ph.D. in Remote Sensing and Landscape Information Systems from the University of Freiburg, Germany (2014), with research focused on land degradation due to agricultural activities in northeastern Jordan.

Profile:

🎓 Education:

  • 📍 Ph.D. in Remote Sensing & Landscape Information System – University of Freiburg, Germany (2014)
    Thesis: “The Use of Geoinformatics in Investigating the Impact of Agricultural Activities on Land Degradation in NE Jordan (1990–2010)”

  • 🎓 M.Sc. in Remote Sensing & GIS – Al al-Bayt University, Jordan (2010)

  • 🎓 B.Sc. in Geology and Environmental Sciences – Al al-Bayt University, Jordan (2008)

💼 Professional Roles:

  • 🔹 Professor & Researcher – GIS & Remote Sensing Dept., Faculty of Earth & Environmental Sciences (2023–present)

  • 🔹 Director of Academic Accreditation & Acting Director of Quality and Development Center (2020–present)

  • 🔹 Consultant on University Rankings (QS, THE, UI GreenMetric) – Al al-Bayt University

  • 📍 Former Head of GIS & Remote Sensing Department (2017–2019)

  • 📍 Former Assistant & Associate Professor (2014–2023)

🔬 Research Interests:

  • 🌍 Remote Sensing Applications in Geology, Hydrology, Groundwater, and Environment

  • 🔥 Climate Change Modeling (LST, Evapotranspiration)

  • 🤖 Integration of Remote Sensing with AI

  • 🌱 Land Use / Land Cover Monitoring

🧑‍🔬 Research Visits & Projects:

  • 🏞️ Freiburg University, Germany – Research Visitor (2019)
    Project: Land Surface Temperature in Arid and Semi-Arid Lands

  • 💧 Soil and water quality assessments in NE Jordan

🏆 Certifications & Training:

  • ✅ Certified Internal Auditor (ISO 21001 & ISO 9001)

  • 🏅 External Assessor Qualification – Association of Arab Universities, Egypt

  • 🧭 ABET & AACSB training, Microsoft Innovative Educator (MIE), Python & SWAT Analysis

🧑‍💼 Committee Engagements:

  • 🔧 Chair/Member of over 20 internal committees at Al al-Bayt University

  • 🌐 Chair of QS & UI GreenMetric University Ranking Committees

  • 🌿 Chair, University Sustainability Committee (SDGs)

  • 🧪 Member of the Red Sea Projects Committee (Supreme Council for Science)

💻 Technical & Software Proficiency:

  • 🌐 GIS & Remote Sensing Software: ArcGIS, QGIS, ENVI, ERDAS, GPS

  • 📊 Data & Statistical Tools: R, R Studio

  • 🧱 Geological Software: Surfer 16, RockWorks 16

  • 🖥️ Microsoft Office, Adobe, Web tools

📊 Citation Metrics:

  • 📄 Total Documents: 25

  • 🔁 Total Citations: 222 (from 201 citing documents)

  • 📈 h-index: 7

Publication Top Notes:

  • Developing a scalable framework for accurate flood forecasting in arid regions: A case study of the Jerash Basin, Jordan
    Ecological Engineering & Environmental Technology, 2025.
    DOI: 10.12912/27197050/201999

  • Estimating land and sea surface temperatures using remote sensing and GIS: Insights into built-up areas and lithological formations in Aqaba, Jordan
    Ecological Engineering & Environmental Technology, 2025.
    DOI: 10.12912/27197050/200918

  • Hydrological analysis of Wadi Arab Valley Dam by integrating Soil Conservation Service and GIS
    Ecological Engineering & Environmental Technology, 2024.
    DOI: 10.12912/27197050/194026

  • Mapping of population growth influence on land use transformation from 1994 to 2015 in Madaba Governorate, Jordan
    Environmental Monitoring and Assessment, 2024.
    DOI: 10.1007/s10661-024-12436-1

  • Derivation of flood hydrographs using SCS synthetic unit hydrograph technique for Housha catchment area
    Water Supply, 2022.
    DOI: 10.2166/ws.2022.169

  • Delineating potential sites for artificial groundwater recharge using remote sensing and GIS techniques
    Water Supply, 2022.
    DOI: 10.2166/ws.2022.046

  • Latest concrete materials dataset and ensemble prediction model for concrete compressive strength containing RCA and GGBFS materials
    Construction and Building Materials, 2022.
    DOI: 10.1016/j.conbuildmat.2022.126525

  • Development of prediction model to estimate compressive strength of eco-friendly concrete using multivariate polynomial regression and stepwise method
    Materials, 2022.
    DOI: 10.3390/ma15010317

  • Detection and modeling of soil salinity variations in arid lands using remote sensing data
    Open Geosciences, 2021.
    DOI: 10.1515/geo-2020-0244

  • Evaluate the effect of land surface temperature in arid and semi-arid lands using remote sensing data and GIS techniques
    International Journal of Global Warming, 2021.
    DOI: 10.1504/IJGW.2021.116713

  • Surface water quality monitoring and pollution of Ismailia Canal, Egypt, using GIS techniques
    Fresenius Environmental Bulletin, 2021.

  • Estimation of changes in the Dead Sea surface water area through multiple water indices and geospatial techniques
    Global NEST Journal, 2021.
    DOI: 10.30955/gnj.004018

 

Lakshan Paudel | Environments | GreenHarvest Sustainability Innovator Award

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Mr. Lakshan  Paudel | Environments |  GreenHarvest Sustainability Innovator Award

Researcher at Sun Moon University, Asan, South Korea

Mr. Lakshan Paudel is a dedicated researcher and educator specializing in molecular biology, bioinformatics, and clinical laboratory science. He is currently pursuing an integrated Master’s and Ph.D. in Life Science and Biochemical Engineering at Sun Moon University, South Korea (2020–2026). He holds a Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Technology from Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, India.

Profile:

🎓 Academic Background:

  • 🧬 Integrated Master’s–Ph.D. (2020–2026, ongoing)
    Life Science & Biochemical Engineering, Sun Moon University, South Korea

  • 🔬 B.Sc. in Medical Laboratory Technology (2006–2009)
    Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Karnataka, India

  • 📘 High School (2004–2006)
    Oxford Higher Secondary School, Butwal, Nepal

🧪 Research & Technical Expertise:

  • PCR, gene cloning, protein structure prediction

  • Genome assembly, comparative genomics, enzyme kinetics

  • Proficient in laboratory diagnostics: ELISA, HPLC, CLIA, gel electrophoresis

  • Skilled in data analysis, experimental design, and clinical instrumentation

👨‍🏫 Academic & Teaching Experience:

  • 🧫 Laboratory Coordinator (2010–2019)
    Modern Technical College, Lalitpur, Nepal – Trained undergraduate students in clinical lab techniques

  • 🧪 Part-time Biochemistry Instructor (2012–2018)
    Yala Institute of Health Sciences, Nepal

🏥 Professional Laboratory Experience:

  • 🏥 Medical Technologist (2009–2010)
    Sarvanga Hospital & Research Center, Nepal

  • Expertise in biochemistry, parasitology, immunology, and microbiology

📚 Training & Certifications:

  • 🧑‍🏫 Teaching & Learning Methodology – CTEVT Nepal (2016)

  • 📝 Research Writing – NHRC Nepal (2015)

🌿 Fields of Interest:

  • Public health diagnostics

  • Molecular parasitology

  • Applied biomedical sciences

  • Multidisciplinary research collaborations

Publication Top Notes:

  1. Identification and evaluation of CAZyme genes, along with functional characterization of a new GH46 chitosanase from Streptomyces sp. KCCM12257
    International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, Vol. 253, Article 127457, 2023

  2. Complete genome of Nakamurella sp. PAMC28650: Genomic insights into its environmental adaptation and biotechnological potential
    Functional & Integrative Genomics, Vol. 23(1), Article 18, 2023

  3. Genomic insight into O-demethylation of 4-methoxybenzoate by a two-component system from Amycolatopsis magusensis KCCM40447
    Heliyon, Vol. 10(3), 2024

  4. CAZyme analysis and functional characterization of a new GH18 chitin hydrolase from Gelidibacter salicanalis PAMC21136
    Carbohydrate Polymer Technologies and Applications, Vol. 10, Article 100773, 2025

  5. Potential role of serum homocysteine and uric acid level as a predictive marker for preeclampsia
    International Journal, Vol. 5(5), Page 119, 2019

 

Elias Charles Nyanza | Environmental | Best Academic Researcher Award

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Dr. Elias Charles Nyanza |  Environmental | Best Academic Researcher Award

Senior Lecturer at  Catholic University Of Health And Allied Sciences, Tanzania

Dr. Elias Charles Nyanza is a Tanzanian public health expert and environmental and occupational health specialist. He currently serves as a Senior Lecturer at the School of Public Health, Catholic University of Health and Allied Sciences (CUHAS) in Tanzania. Dr. Nyanza holds a Ph.D. in Population and Public Health from the University of Calgary, Canada, along with an MPH and BSc in Environmental Sciences and Management. His expertise spans quality assurance, environmental exposure assessment, and community health research. Over the years, he has played a key role in academic mentorship, research coordination, and program leadership, including serving as a program coordinator for the Master of Public Health at CUHAS. Recognized for his academic excellence and contributions to global health, he has received several prestigious awards, including the Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarship and the Global Health Champion Award. His research focuses on HIV immunity, co-morbidities, and metal(loids) exposure, contributing significantly to public health advancements.

Profile:

🎓 Academic Background:

  • Postdoctoral Fellow (2023) – Mwanza Intervention Trial Unit, Tanzania

  • Ph.D. in Population and Public Health (2020) – University of Calgary, Canada

  • Master of Public Health (2011) – Catholic University of Health and Allied Sciences, Tanzania

  • B.Sc. in Environmental Sciences and Management (2008) – Sokoine University of Agriculture, Tanzania

🏆 Awards & Recognition:

  • Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarship (2015) – Prestigious award for leadership and academic excellence

  • Global Health Champion Award (2013) – University of Calgary, Canada

  • Community Health Sciences Achievement Award (2017, 2019)

  • Tom Feasby Graduate Award in Global Health (2014–2017)

  • Vice Chancellor’s Prize (2007, 2008) – Sokoine University of Agriculture

💼 Professional Expertise:

  • Senior Lecturer (2021–Present) – CUHAS, specializing in Public Health, Community Medicine, Environmental and Occupational Health

  • Crowdfunding & Social Entrepreneurship Program Coordinator (2014–Present) – University of Calgary & CUHAS partnership

  • Co-Team Leader (2012–Present) – Canadian One Health research-intensive field school in Tanzania

  • Environmental Senior Chemist & Quality Management Representative (2008–2011) – SGS African Assay, Mwanza

Citations:

Citations: 1,733 (All), 1,324 (Since 2020)
h-index: 21 (All), 20 (Since 2020)
i10-index: 34 (All), 31 (Since 2020)

Publication Top Notes:

  • Phthalate exposure and children’s neurodevelopment: a systematic review
    M. Ejaredar, E.C. Nyanza, K. Ten Eycke, D. Dewey
    Environmental Research, 142, 51-60 (2015) – Citations: 327

  • Antenatal depression is associated with pregnancy-related anxiety, partner relations, and wealth in women in Northern Tanzania: a cross-sectional study
    M. Rwakarema, S.S. Premji, E.C. Nyanza, P. Riziki, L. Palacios-Derflingher
    BMC Women’s Health, 15, 1-10 (2015) – Citations: 189

  • Geophagy practices and the content of chemical elements in the soil eaten by pregnant women in artisanal and small-scale gold mining communities in Tanzania
    E.C. Nyanza, M. Joseph, S.S. Premji, D.S.K. Thomas, C. Mannion
    BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth, 14, 1-10 (2014) – Citations: 108

  • Antenatal care and opportunities for quality improvement of service provision in resource-limited settings: A mixed-methods study
    A. Solnes Miltenburg, L. Van Der Eem, E.C. Nyanza, S. Van Pelt, P. Ndaki, …
    PLOS ONE, 12(12), e0188279 (2017) – Citations: 90

  • A cross-sectional survey on knowledge and perceptions of health risks associated with arsenic and mercury contamination from artisanal gold mining in Tanzania
    E. Charles, D.S.K. Thomas, D. Dewey, M. Davey, S.E. Ngallaba, E. Konje
    BMC Public Health, 13, 1-8 (2013) – Citations: 90

  • Toxic mercury versus appropriate technology: Artisanal gold miners’ retort aversion
    J.B. Jønsson, E. Charles, P. Kalvig
    Resources Policy, 38(1), 60-67 (2013) – Citations: 89

  • Period teasing, stigma, and knowledge: A survey of adolescent boys and girls in Northern Tanzania
    A. Benshaul-Tolonen, S. Aguilar-Gomez, N. Heller Batzer, R. Cai, …
    PLOS ONE, 15(10), e0239914 (2020) – Citations: 70

  • Maternal exposure to arsenic and mercury and associated risk of adverse birth outcomes in small-scale gold mining communities in Northern Tanzania
    F.P.B. Elias C. Nyanza, D. Dewey, M. Manyama, J.W. Martin, …
    Environment International, 137, 105450 (2020) – Citations: 69

  • Spatial distribution of mercury and arsenic levels in water, soil, and cassava plants in a community with a long history of gold mining in Tanzania
    E.C. Nyanza, D. Dewey, D.S.K. Thomas, M. Davey, S.E. Ngallaba
    Bulletin of Environmental Contamination and Toxicology, 93, 716-721 (2014) – Citations: 54

  • Effects of prenatal exposure and co-exposure to metallic or metalloid elements on early infant neurodevelopmental outcomes in areas with small-scale gold mining activities in Tanzania
    E.C. Nyanza, F.P. Bernier, J.W. Martin, M. Manyama, J. Hatfield, D. Dewey
    Environment International, 149, 106104 (2021) – Citations: 53

 

Irfan Ullah | Land | Young Scientist Award

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Mr  Irfan Ullah | Land | Young Scientist Award

Gottingen University Germany,  Germany

Irfan Ullah is a dedicated plant scientist from Kaddi Sikandari, Razzar, District Swabi, KPK, Pakistan. Born on March 15, 1998, he holds an MPhil in Plant Sciences from Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad, and a BS in Botany from Government Postgraduate College, Swabi. His research focuses on plant taxonomy, microbiology, molecular biology, and environmental sustainability.

Profile:

🎓 Education:

  • MPhil in Plant Sciences – Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad (2023) 🏅

  • BS in Botany – Government Postgraduate College, Swabi (2021)

  • Associate Degree in Education (ADE) – AIOU (2020)

  • B.Ed – Sarhad University, Peshawar (2023)

  • Matriculation – Government High School Sikandari (2016)

🔬 Research & Projects:

  • Saprobic Macrofungi of the Himalayan Moist Temperate Forest (Morphological & Molecular Study)

  • Green Synthesis of Manganese Nanoparticles from Chlorophyllum molybdites & Its Effects on Plants

  • Local Farmers’ Perception of Climate Change & Its Impact on Plants (District Buner)

🛠 Skills & Expertise:

  • Plant Taxonomy, Molecular Biology, Microbiology & Biochemistry

  • Mushroom Cultivation & Microscopy Techniques

  • Software Proficiency: MS Office, SPSS, MEGA X, BioEdit

  • Research Methodology & Data Analysis

  • Excellent Communication & Leadership Skills

🏆 Achievements & Awards:

  • Gold Medalist 🎖️

  • BHEEF Scholarship Holder (1st in each semester of BS)

  • Best Teacher Award 🏅

  • Fellowship in MPhil (Secured above 80%)

👨‍🏫 Work Experience:

  • Biology Subject Specialist – Government High School Sikandari (2020-2021)

  • Teacher – PMI (Philip Morris International) (2018)

Publication: 

  • Biocultural Diversity at Risk Amidst and Beyond Overtourism: The Decline in Wild Green Foraging in Corfu over the Past 50 Years

 

Lelethu Mdoda | Climate change | Best Researcher Award

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Dr Lelethu Mdoda | Climate change | Best Researcher Award

Senior Lecturer at  University of KwaZulu-Natal,  South Africa

Dr. Lelethu Mdoda is a Senior Lecturer at the University of KwaZulu-Natal, specializing in Agricultural Economics. He earned his PhD at 25 from the University of Fort Hare, focusing on market participation and value chain integration among smallholder farmers in South Africa.

Profile:

🎓 Academic Background:

  • PhD in Agriculture – Agricultural Economics (2017) – University of Fort Hare
    • Thesis: Market participation and value chain integration among smallholder farmers in Eastern Cape
  • MSc in Agriculture – Agricultural Economics (2015) – University of Fort Hare
    • Dissertation: Farmers’ awareness of climate change and its effects on productivity
  • BSc in Agriculture – Agricultural Economics/Economics (2013) – University of Fort Hare

🔬 Research Focus & Expertise:

Dr. Mdoda specializes in agricultural policy, climate change adaptation, smallholder economies, food security, and rural development. His expertise extends to agribusiness, value chains, sustainability, and resource economics. He has extensive experience in applied econometric modeling, data analysis, and market research.

📚 Professional Career & Contributions:

  • Senior Lecturer at the University of KwaZulu-Natal
  • Published over 30 peer-reviewed journal articles
  • NRF Rating: Y2
  • Active in mentoring, research, and project management

🌍 Professional Memberships & Leadership:

  • President of the African Farm Management Association (AFMA)
  • Member of AEASA, IAAE, and IFAMA

🏆 Awards & Recognitions:

  • DAAD German Scholarship (2016)
  • NRF Bursary for MSc (2015)
  • Best Agricultural Student Award (2007)
  • Travel Grants from IFAMA (2016, 2017)

🤝 Community Engagement & Projects:

  • Founder & Executive Director of #HaySureLesner Foundation – Youth mentorship, drug abuse awareness, and career guidance
  • Nguni Project – Market coordination for livestock farming
  • Keiskamahoek Market Day – Supporting smallholder farmers with market access
  • WRC Project – Enhancing smallholder irrigation farming in Eastern Cape

Publication Top Notes:

  • Factors affecting the use of information and communication technologies (ICTs) by livestock farmers in the Eastern Cape province
    L Mdoda, L Mdiya
    Cogent Social Science 8 (1), 2026017 (43 citations, 2022)

  • Factors affecting subsistence farming in rural areas of Nyandeni Local Municipality in the Eastern Cape Province
    S Qange, L Mdoda
    South African Journal of Agricultural Extension 48 (2), 92-105 (43 citations, 2020)

  • The direct and indirect economic contribution of small-scale black agriculture in South Africa
    M Aliber, L Mdoda
    Agrekon 54 (2), 18-37 (36 citations, 2015)

  • RETRACTED: Factors impacting sugarcane production by small-scale farmers in KwaZulu-Natal Province-South Africa
    Z Thibane, S Soni, L Phali, L Mdoda
    Heliyon 9 (1) (30 citations, 2023)

  • Analysis of profitability of smallholder irrigated food plots in the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa
    L Mdoda, A Obi
    Journal of Agribusiness and Rural Development 3 (53), 225–232 (23 citations, 2019)

  • Socio-economic factors affecting home gardens as a livelihood strategy in rural areas of the Eastern Cape Province, South Africa
    L Mdiya, L Mdoda
    South African Journal of Agricultural Extension 49 (3), 1-15 (21 citations, 2021)

  • Adoption drivers of improved open-pollinated (OPVs) maize varieties by smallholder farmers in the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa
    M Sigigaba, L Mdoda, A Mditshwa
    Sustainability (20 citations, 2021)

  • Profit efficiency in family-owned crop farms in Eastern Cape Province of South Africa: A translog profit function approach
    N Mujuru, A Obi, S Mishi, L Mdoda
    Agriculture & Food Security 11 (20), 2-9 (18 citations, 2022)

  • Determinants of Climate-Smart Agriculture (CSA) technologies adoption by smallholder food crop farmers in Mangaung Metropolitan Municipality, Free State
    A Makamane, J Van Niekerk, O Loki, L Mdoda
    South African Journal of Agricultural Extension 51 (4), 52-74 (14 citations, 2023)

  • Use of information systems (Mobile phone app) for enhancing smallholder farmers’ productivity in Eastern Cape Province, South Africa: Implications on food security
    L Mdoda, M Christian, I Agbugba
    Journal of the Knowledge Economy 15 (1), 1993-2009 (13 citations, 2024)

 

Tinawaen Tambol | Climate Change | Best Researcher Award

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Mr Tinawaen Tambol |  Climate Change |  Best Researcher Award

Resource Mobilisation Officer at  Rural Aid Alliance Foundation,  Ghana

Tinawaen Tambol is a Resource Mobilisation Officer at the Rural Aid Alliance Foundation, Ghana, where he leads grant proposal development and strategic funding initiatives. With a background in climate-smart agriculture, sustainable rural transformation, and environmental planning, he has secured and implemented multiple climate resilience projects benefiting women and youth.

Profile:

🎓 Education:

  • MRes in Sustainable Rural Transformation (2021-2023) – Abdou Moumouni University, Niger
    • Thesis: Climate-Smart Agriculture and Dry Season Farming in Southwestern Niger
  • BSc in Planning (2015-2019) – University for Development Studies, Ghana

💼 Professional Experience:

  • Resource Mobilisation Officer (2024-Present) – Rural Aid Alliance Foundation, Ghana
    • Developed resource mobilisation strategies and secured funding through grant proposals.
  • Research & Planning Coordinator (2022-2024) – Climate and Sustainable Development Action Club, Niger
    • Co-won and implemented projects supporting climate-smart agriculture for women and youth.
  • Undergraduate Research/Teaching Assistant (2019-2020) – University of Energy and Natural Resources, Ghana
    • Conducted environmental research and assisted faculty with teaching activities.

🛠️ Core Skills:

  • Climate Change Adaptation & Sustainability Research
  • Grant Writing & Resource Mobilisation
  • Data Analysis (R, SPSS, Python, ArcGIS)
  • Multilingual: English (C2), French (B2)

🏆 Awards & Memberships:

  • Full DAAD Scholarship – Abdou Moumouni University (2021-2023)
  • Member – World Youth Parliament for Water (Since 2022)
  • Member – Ghana Monitoring and Evaluation Forum (Since 2019)

Publication Top Notes:

  • Use of Climate-Smart Agriculture Technologies in West Africa Peri-Urban Sahel in Niger
  • Impacts of Mining on the Environment in West African Sahel: A Review
  • Estimating Crop Water Requirements and Climate-Smart Farming in Chereponi, Ghana

 

Marley Nunes Vituri Toloi | Environmental Impacts | Excellence in Research

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Mrs Marley Nunes Vituri  Toloi | Environmental Impacts | Excellence in Research

Administradora at  Institute Of Financial Management Training And Research, Brazil

Marley Nunes Vituri Toloi is an accomplished researcher and administrator specializing in agricultural production and its intersections with economic, social, and environmental systems. With a Ph.D. from Universidade Paulista, her doctoral research explored the influence of soybean production in Mato Grosso on Brazil’s development. Marley also holds a Master’s in Administration from UFMS, where she analyzed the agricultural sector’s role in socioeconomic growth.

 

Publication Profile

🎓 Academic Background:

  • Ph.D. in Production Engineering (2021) – Universidade Paulista (UNIP)
    Thesis: Soybean Production in Mato Grosso and Its Influence on Economic, Social, and Environmental Sectors
  • Master’s in Administration (2011) – Universidade Federal de Mato Grosso do Sul (UFMS)
    Thesis: The Agricultural Sector in Mato Grosso do Sul and Socioeconomic Development
  • Specializations:
    • Management and Tutoring in Distance Education (UFMS, 2008)
    • Business Management with Marketing Emphasis (Universidade Brasil, 2004)
  • Bachelor’s in Administration (2002) – Universidade Brasil

💼 Professional Experience:

  • Administrator, IFMT – Rondonópolis Campus (2010–Present)
    • Coordinates the Purchasing and Bidding Department.
  • Distance Education Tutor, MEC (2008–2009)
    • Collaborated with UFMS and Universidade Aberta do Brasil.
  • Substitute Professor, UFMS (2006)

🌟 Key Interests:

  • Agricultural production and sustainability
  • Socioeconomic impacts of agribusiness
  • Logistics and supply chain management

Publication Top Note:

  • Development Indicators and Soybean Production in Brazil
    Journal: Agriculture
    Publication Date: November 2021
    Type: Journal Article
    DOI: 10.3390/agriculture11111164
    Contributors: Marley Nunes Vituri Toloi, Silvia H Bonilla, Rodrigo Carlo Toloi, Helton Raimundo Oliveira Silva, Irenilza de Alencar Nääs
    Source: Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute
  • CO2 Gas Emissions of Soybean Production and Transportation in the Different Macro-regions of Mato Grosso State – Brazil
    Book: IFIP Advances in Information and Communication Technology
    Publication Date: August 2019
    Type: Book Chapter
    DOI: 10.1007/978-3-030-30000-5_25
    Part of ISBN: 9783030299996, 9783030300005
    Part of ISSN: 1868-4238, 1868-422X
    Contributors: Marley Nunes Vituri Toloi
    Source: IFIP Advances in Information and Communication Technology

 

Yanli Lei | Environmental | Best Researcher Award

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Prof Yanli Lei | Environmental |  Best Researcher Award

Institute of Oceanology, Chinese Academy of Sciences,  China

Dr. Yanli Lei specializes in ocean negative carbon emissions and carbon neutrality. As the manager of ISO/TC8/WG15, she contributes to global standards development in this critical area. At the Institute of Oceanology, she leads pioneering research, mentoring doctoral students and advancing sustainable solutions for climate change mitigation.

 

Publication Profile

Academic and Professional Background:

Prof. Yanli Lei holds dual PhDs from the University of Salzburg, Austria (2005), and Inha University, South Korea (2010). Her research focuses on marine biodiversity, global change, and international standardization. She has pioneered studies on the environmental adaptability and genomics of calcareous organisms, including microfossils, foraminifera, and corals. She developed the ISO 23040:2021 international standard for marine surveys, leading to significant advancements in marine research techniques. With over 50 projects led—including two international and 16 national initiatives—she has established herself as a leader in the field. Prof. Lei has authored 97 publications (57 SCI-indexed), five books, and contributed to the creation of multiple standards and patents.

Key Contributions:

  • Developed standardized methodologies for sedimentary interstitial organism studies.
  • Authored ISO 23040:2021, advancing marine survey techniques.
  • Published groundbreaking research on environmental DNA (eDNA) applications for understanding marine biodiversity.

Projects and Funding:

  • Led 45 research projects, including 15 national-level initiatives with total funding exceeding RMB 24.8 million.
  • Since 2017, managed 24 projects, with 11 at the national level, securing RMB 14.1 million.

Recognition and Impact:

Prof. Lei’s work has significantly influenced marine biodiversity research and global environmental standards. Her interdisciplinary approach bridges marine genomics, ecology, and international collaboration, positioning her as a key figure in the field of oceanology.

Publication Top Note:

  1. Ancient Hybridisation Fuelled Diversification in Acropora Corals
    Molecular Ecology, 2024-12-13
    DOI: 10.1111/mec.17615
  2. Environmental DNA Sheds New Insight on Molecular Adaptation of Foraminifera to Temperature from Laboratory‐Controlled Culture Experiment
    Ecology and Evolution, 2024-10
    DOI: 10.1002/ece3.70243
  3. Editorial: Towards Standards for Marine Environment Impact Assessment
    Frontiers in Marine Science, 2024-10-01
  4. Assessing the Changes in Marine Microalgae Diversity in the Nanji Islands Nature Reserve Over the Past Decades Using Sediment eDNA
    Frontiers in Marine Science, 2024-08-20
  5. High Extinction Risk in Large Foraminifera During Past and Future Mass Extinctions
    Science Advances, 2024-08-09
    DOI: 10.1126/sciadv.adj8223
  6. DNA Metabarcoding Reveals Ecological Patterns and Driving Mechanisms of Archaeal, Bacterial, and Eukaryotic Communities in Sediments of the Sansha Yongle Blue Hole
    Scientific Reports, 2024-03-21
  7. Amplification of Immune Genes in Ancient Stony Corals for Adapting to Unstable Marine Environments
    Ocean-Land-Atmosphere Research, 2024-01
    DOI: 10.34133/olar.0041
  8. GB/T 42629.3-2023 International Code of Conduct for the Investigation of Submarine Areas and High Seas Environment Part 3: Marine Life Survey
    Standardization Administration of the P. R. C., 2023-12-01
  9. The Response of Calcareous Organism to Temperature from Continental Shelf Sediments Under Culture Experiment—A Case of Benthic Foraminifera
    Journal of Sea Research, 2023-09-20
  10. ISO 22787: Marine Technology — Marine Environment Impact Assessment (MEIA) — Technical Specification for Marine Biotic Survey in the International Seabed Area — General Principles and Definitions
    ISO Copyright Office, Geneva, Switzerland, 2023-07-10

 

Ali Mekki | Environmental science | Excellence in Research

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Prof Ali Mekki  |  Environmental science |  Excellence in Research

Sfax University,  Tunisia

Professor Ali Mekki has over 20 years of teaching and research experience in Biological Engineering, focusing on Environmental Bioprocesses, Soil Science, and Biochemistry. He has made significant contributions in the field of Environmental Bioremediation, helping to advance sustainable practices in managing soil and environmental health.

 

Publication Profile

Education:

  • HDR in Biology – Sfax University, Tunisia (2015)
  • Doctorate in Biology – Sfax University, Tunisia (2006)
  • Master of Ecology – Sfax University, Tunisia (2002)
  • License in Natural Sciences – Sfax University, Tunisia (1998)
  • Bachelor of Experimental Science – Bourguiba School, Mahres, Sfax, Tunisia (1994)

Work Experience:

  • Since July 2018 – Present: Full Professor and Senior Researcher in Biological Engineering, Environmental Bioprocesses, Soil Biochemistry and Microbiology, Gafsa University and Sfax University, Tunisia
  • 2016 – 2018: Associate Professor, Head of the Experimental Station at Olive Tree Institute, Sfax, Tunisia
  • 2008 – 2016: Assistant Professor of Biochemistry and Microbiology, Gafsa University, Tunisia
  • 2006 – 2008: Assistant in Metabolism Biochemistry and Enzymology, Gafsa University, Tunisia
  • 2002 – 2006: Contractual Assistant of Biochemistry and General Biology, Gafsa University, Tunisia
  • 2000 – 2002: Contractual Student Researcher, Sfax University, Tunisia

Teaching Activities:

  • Biochemistry, Microbiology, Environmental Biotechnology, Metabolism, Enzymology, Bioremediation, General Biology, Applied and Environmental Microbiology, Environmental Microbial Processes, Methanization.

International & National Research Projects:

  • Bilateral International Project IRD-CESBIO (France)-IO-IRESA-Tunisia: 2017-2020
  • International CLARA Project (EU 7th Framework Program): 2011-2014
  • International INCO-MED Project (Mediterranean Usage of Biotechnological Treated Effluent Water): ICA3-CT-1999-00010
  • Tuniso–Moroccan Project: 2006-2008

Academic Citations:

  • Total Citations: 1,398
  • Citations Since 2019: 796
  • H-Index: 16 (Overall), 15 (Since 2019)
  • I10-Index: 19 (Overall), 18 (Since 2019)

Publication Top Note:

  • Changes in microbial and soil properties following amendment with treated and untreated olive mill wastewater
    A Mekki, A Dhouib, S Sayadi
    Microbiological Research, 161(2), 93-101
    Citations: 281 (2006)
  • Polyphenols dynamics and phytotoxicity in a soil amended by olive mill wastewaters
    A Mekki, A Dhouib, S Sayadi
    Journal of Environmental Management, 84(2), 134-140
    Citations: 218 (2007)
  • Effects of olive mill wastewater application on soil properties and plant growth
    A Mekki, A Dhouib, S Sayadi
    International Journal of Recycling of Organic Waste in Agriculture, 2, 1-7
    Citations: 169 (2013)
  • Olive wastewater as an ecological fertilizer
    A Mekki, A Dhouib, F Aloui, S Sayadi
    Agronomy for Sustainable Development, 26(1), 61-67
    Citations: 141 (2006)
  • Assessment of toxicity of the untreated and treated olive mill wastewaters and soil irrigated by using microbiotests
    A Mekki, A Dhouib, F Feki, S Sayadi
    Ecotoxicology and Environmental Safety, 69(3), 488-495
    Citations: 87 (2008)
  • Evolution of several soil properties following amendment with olive mill wastewater
    A Mekki, A Dhouib, S Sayadi
    Progress in Natural Science, 19(11), 1515-1521
    Citations: 83 (2009)
  • Long-term effects of olive mill wastewaters application on soil properties and phenolic compounds migration under arid climate
    O Meftah, Z Guergueb, M Braham, S Sayadi, A Mekki
    Agricultural Water Management, 212, 119-125
    Citations: 66 (2019)
  • Agro-physiological and biochemical responses of Sorghum bicolor in soil amended by olive mill wastewater
    L Bargougui, Z Guergueb, M Chaieb, M Braham, A Mekki
    Agricultural Water Management, 212, 60-67
    Citations: 46 (2019)
  • Study of heavy metal accumulation and residual toxicity in soil saturated with phosphate processing wastewater
    A Mekki, S Sayadi
    Water, Air, & Soil Pollution, 228, 1-10
    Citations: 46 (2017)
  • Influence of biowaste compost amendment on soil organic carbon storage under arid climate
    A Mekki, F Aloui, S Sayadi
    Journal of the Air & Waste Management Association, 69(7), 867-877
    Citations: 32 (2019)