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

 

Sukhendu Dey | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

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Dr Sukhendu Dey | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

Researcher at The University of Burdwan, India 

Dr. Sukhendu Dey is a dedicated Environmental Scientist specializing in aquatic toxicology, risk assessment, and environmental sustainability. Currently serving as a Technical Assistant Gr.-II at The University of Burdwan, West Bengal, India, he holds a Ph.D. and M.Sc. in Environmental Science, along with a B.Ed. in Life Science and a Postgraduate Diploma in Disaster Management.

Profile:

🎓 Education:

  • Ph.D. in Environmental Science
  • M.Sc. in Environmental Science (First Class)
  • B.Ed. in Life Science (First Class)
  • Post Graduate Diploma in Disaster Management (First Class)

🔬 Research Specialization:

  • 🧪 Biochemistry
  • 🐟 Fish Haematology
  • 🧬 Biomarkers
  • 🌊 Aquatic Toxicology & Risk Assessment
  • 🏭 Environmental Toxicology
  • 🌍 Ecology & Environmental Sciences

📖 Academic Contributions:

  • 📝 Publications: 30 research articles, reviews & editorials
  • 📚 Book Chapters: 31
  • 📖 Edited Books: 5

🎤 Conferences & Workshops:

Actively engaged in organizing and presenting at various international and national conferences on environmental science and sustainability.

📝 Reviewer for International Journals:

  • Environment, Development and Sustainability (Springer)
  • Scientific Reports (Springer Nature)
  • Science of The Total Environment (Elsevier)
  • Aquaculture International (Springer)
  • Many more…

🏆 Awards & Recognition:

  • Environmental Research Excellence Award 2023 – 9th International Conference on Environment and Ecology

Citations:

Citations: 379 (All), 362 (Since 2020)
h-index: 10 (All), 10 (Since 2020)
i10-index: 10 (All), 10 (Since 2020)

Publication Top Notes:

  • Valorization of Wastewater: A Paradigm Shift Towards Circular Bioeconomy and Sustainability
  • Integrative Assessment of Biomarker Responses in Teleostean Fishes Exposed to Glyphosate-Based Herbicide (Excel Mera 71)
  • An Insight on Sampling, Identification, Quantification, and Characteristics of Microplastics in Solid Wastes
  • Time-Dependent Naphthalene Toxicity in Anabas testudineus (Bloch): A Multiple Endpoint Biomarker Approach
  • Dose-Specific Responses of Anabas testudineus (Bloch) to Anthracene (PAH): Haematological and Biochemical Manifestation
  • Study on Impacts of Direct Supplementation of Choline into Semi-Intensive Fish Culture System Based on Haematopoietic Alterations
  • Face Masks: A COVID-19 Protector or Environmental Contaminant?
  • Nanoparticle Nutraceuticals in Aquaculture: Recent Advances
  • Blood Biochemical and Erythrocytic Morpho-Pathological Consequences of Naphthalene Intoxication in Indian Teleost, Anabas testudineus (Bloch)
  • Dose-Specific Biochemical and Erythrocytic Alterations of Anthracene Exposure on Blood of Anabas testudineus (Bloch)
  • Bioaccumulation of Metals and Metalloids in Seafood: A Comprehensive Overview of Mobilization, Interactive Effects in Eutrophic Environments, and Implications for Public Health
  • Choline Chloride Induces Growth Performance of Indian Major Carps and Air-Breathing Fish Species with an Outcome of Quality Food-Fish under a Semi-Intensive Culture System
  • Are Population Size and Diverse Climatic Conditions the Driving Factors for the Next COVID-19 Pandemic Epicenter in India?
  • Assessment of the Nutritional Quality of Fish Cultured in Samdihi, an Open Cast Coalpit at the Raniganj Coal Field Areas, West Bengal, India
  • Second-Generation Biofuels Toward Environmental Sustainability
  • Direct Choline Administration in Semi-Intensive Pisciculture System: A Positive Contaminant
  • Food Waste Generation and Its Industrial Utilization: An Overview
  • Alterations in Biochemical Parameters of Fish Species Under Choline Administration Directly into the Pond Water in a Semi-Intensive Fish Farming System: A Comparative Study
  • An Overview of Biomass Conversion from Agricultural Waste: Address on Environmental Sustainability
  • Time-Dependent Ultrastructural Alterations on the Skin, Eye, Barbel, and Fins of the Spawn of Clarias batrachus (Linn. 1758) Exposed to UV-B Radiation

 

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)

 

Guilong Peng | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

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Dr Guilong  Peng |  Environmental Science |  Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor at  Southwest University,  China

Dr. Guilong Peng is an Associate Professor at Southwest University, specializing in Environmental Analytical Chemistry. He earned his Ph.D. in Municipal Engineering from Chongqing University and completed postdoctoral research in Environmental Science and Engineering at Tsinghua University. Dr. Peng’s research focuses on advanced oxidation processes, biochar applications, and environmental contaminant degradation. He has published extensively in prominent journals, contributing valuable insights into contaminant treatment and metal recovery. Dr. Peng is dedicated to advancing environmental chemistry, with a particular emphasis on practical solutions for pollution management.

Profile:

🎓 Education:

  • Postdoctoral Research, Environmental Science & Engineering, Tsinghua University (2017-2019)
  • Ph.D., Municipal Engineering, Chongqing University (2014-2017)
  • M.Sc., Analytical Chemistry, Southwest University (2011-2014)
  • B.Sc., Chemistry, Sichuan Normal University (2004-2008)

🧪 Research Focus:

  • Environmental Analytical Chemistry
  • Advanced Oxidation Processes
  • Biochar Applications

🏫 Professional Experience:

  • Associate Professor, Southwest University (2021–present)
  • Lecturer, Southwest University (2019–2021)

Publication Top Notes:

  • Analysis of the Steady-State Concentrations of Reactive Species and Their Role in Contaminant Degradation by the Iron-Biochar/Persulfate Advanced Oxidation Process: Comparison of Probe Compound and Quenching Agent Methods
    Separation and Purification Technology (2025-02)
    DOI: 10.1016/j.seppur.2024.128502
  • Activation of Metabisulfite by Dissolved Fe(III) at Environmentally Relevant Concentrations for Organic Contaminants Degradation
    International Journal of Molecular Sciences (2025-01-23)
    DOI: 10.3390/ijms26030953
  • Highly Efficient Removal of Organic Pollutants with HCO3−-Enhanced Ru(III)/NaClO Process
    International Journal of Molecular Sciences (2025-01-15)
    DOI: 10.3390/ijms26020677
  • The Role of Fe(IV) in the Zero-Valent Iron Biochar Activated Persulfate System for Treatment of Contaminants of Emerging Concern
    Chemical Engineering Journal (2024)
    DOI: 10.1016/J.CEJ.2024.150553
  • New Insights into the Quantification of Fe(IV) Using Methyl Phenyl Sulfoxide (PMSO) as Probe in the Iron-Based Heterogeneous Catalyst Activated Persulfate Process
    Environmental Pollution (2024-12)
    DOI: 10.1016/j.envpol.2024.124924
  • Cu-EDTA Decomplexation by UV/Peracetic Acid Oxidation and Coupled Cu Recovery by Alkaline Precipitation: Efficiency and Mechanism
    Chemical Engineering Journal (2024-10)
    DOI: 10.1016/j.cej.2024.155678
  • Catalytic Degradation of Ciprofloxacin in Aqueous Solution by Peroxymonosulfate Activated with a Magnetic CuFe2O4@Biochar Composite
    International Journal of Molecular Sciences (2023)
    DOI: 10.3390/IJMS24065702
  • Synthesis of an Environmentally Friendly Modified Mulberry Branch-Derived Biochar Composite: High Degradation Efficiency of BPA and Mitigation of Toxicity in Silkworm Larvae
    International Journal of Molecular Sciences (2023)
    DOI: 10.3390/IJMS24043609
  • Enhanced Fe(III)/Fe(II) Redox Cycle for Persulfate Activation by Reducing Sulfur Species
    Catalysts (2022)
    DOI: 10.3390/CATAL12111435
  • Activation of Peroxymonosulfate by Pyrophosphate for the Degradation of AO7 at Neutral pH
    Environmental Science and Pollution Research (2022-07)
    DOI: 10.1007/s11356-021-15391-3
  • Decomplexation of Ni(II)-Citrate and Recovery of Nickel from Chelated Nickel Containing Electroplating Wastewater by Peroxymonosulfate with Nickel
    Separation and Purification Technology (2022-01)
    DOI: 10.1016/j.seppur.2021.120142
  • A Facile Method to Fabricate AC/CuO for Efficient Removal of Organic Pollutants by Adsorption and Persulfate-Based Advanced Oxidation Processes
    AQUA – Water Infrastructure, Ecosystems and Society (2021)
    DOI: 10.2166/AQUA.2020.094

 

Roberta Trani | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

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Dr Roberta Trani |  Environmental Science |  Best Researcher Award

Researcher fellow at  University of Bari Aldo Moro,  Italy

Dr. Roberta Trani is a Research Fellow at the University of Bari Aldo Moro, Italy. With a strong background in agricultural sciences, she focuses on innovative research to enhance sustainable farming practices. Passionate about scientific advancement, she actively contributes to academia through research and collaborations.

Profile:

Education & Certifications:

  • PhD in Biodiversity, Agriculture & Environment (2021), University of Bari Aldo Moro
    • Thesis: Marine Multi-Trophic Bioremediation in Aquaculture & Biomass Valorization
  • Scientific Diver Certification (2024), A.I.O.S.S.
  • Professional Qualification in Biology – Section A (2021)
  • Foreign Internship on Marine Natural Products Extraction (2019), University of the Balearic Islands, Spain

Work Experience:

Current Roles

  • Principal Investigator (2024–Present): MaSBIA Project – Marine Sponges as Bioremediators in Integrated Aquaculture (ERC SEEDS UNIBA)
  • Research Fellow (2021–Present): Macrozoobenthic Community Analysis in Corallium rubrum Habitats, Puglia
  • Subject Expert in Zoology & Animal Biodiversity (2021–Present), University of Bari Aldo Moro

Previous Roles

  • Research Fellow (2021–2023): Rete Natura 2000 – Habitat & Species Monitoring in Puglia
  • Underwater Surveys & Marine Strategy Puglia Project (2021), CoNISMa
  • Field Research Support in Hard Substrate Benthos Analysis (2021), CoNISMa
  • Bioremediation & Benthos Invertebrate Management (2021), University of Bari
  • REMEDIA Life Project Team Member (2017–2020), University of Bari

Academic and Professional Background

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Sciences (2012)
  • Master’s Degree in Environmental Biology (2015)
  • PhD in Environmental Sciences (2021), University of Bari Aldo Moro
  • Over 14 years of research experience in marine zoology and ecology, with training in Italy, Russia, and the Balearic Islands
  • Since 2018, research focus on marine bioremediation via Integrated Multi-Trophic Aquaculture (IMTA), contributing to the REMEDIA Life project
  • Current research on marine filter-feeding invertebrates for ecosystem restoration and sustainability

Areas of Research

  • Bioremediation
  • Marine Biodiversity & Ecology
  • Aquatic Ecosystems
  • Marine Zoology & Biology
  • Marine Environment & Natural Product Extraction
  • Underwater Monitoring & Sampling

Citation Metrics:

  • Total Citations: 251
  • Citations Since 2020: 249
  • h-Index: 9
  • h-Index Since 2020: 9
  • i10-Index: 9
  • i10-Index Since 2020: 9

Publication Top Notes:

  • An Innovative IMTA System: Polychaetes, Sponges and Macroalgae Co-Cultured in a Southern Italian In-Shore Mariculture Plant (Ionian Sea)
  • Chaetomorpha linum in the Bioremediation of Aquaculture Wastewater: Optimization of Nutrient Removal Efficiency at the Laboratory Scale
  • Filtering Activity and Nutrient Release by the Keratose Sponge Sarcotragus spinosulus Schmidt, 1862 (Porifera, Demospongiae) at the Laboratory Scale
  • Environmental Quality Improvement of a Mariculture Plant After Its Conversion Into a Multi-Trophic System
  • Sponges as Emerging By-Product of Integrated Multitrophic Aquaculture (IMTA)
  • Biofouling Role in Mariculture Environment Restoration: An Example in the Mar Grande of Taranto (Mediterranean Sea)
  • An Integrated Monitoring Approach to the Evaluation of the Environmental Impact of an Inshore Mariculture Plant (Mar Grande of Taranto, Ionian Sea)
  • Nitrogen Metabolism at Tillering Stage Differently Affects the Grain Yield and Grain Protein Content in Two Durum Wheat Cultivars
  • Bioremediation Capabilities of Hymeniacidon perlevis (Porifera, Demospongiae) in a Land-Based Experimental Fish Farm
  • Invertebrate Diversity Associated With a Shallow Rhodolith Bed in the Mediterranean Sea (Mar Piccolo of Taranto, South-East Italy)
  • Anti-Fouling Activity and Toxicity of the Mediterranean Alien Sponge Paraleucilla magna Klautau, Monteiro & Borojevic, 2004 (Porifera, Calcarea)
  • Influence of an Innovative IMTA System (Mediterranean Sea, Italy) on Environmental and Biological Parameters: Seasonal Analysis
  • The REMEDIA LIFE Integrated Multitrophic Aquaculture System as a Powerful Sponge Biomass Supply
  • Porifera in the REMEDIA LIFE Integrated Multitrophic Aquaculture (IMTA) System
  • Do Sustainably Reared Marine Sponges Represent a Potential New Product in Aquariology? A Citizen Science-Based Approach
  • Metodologie di Allevamento di Poriferi in un Sistema di Acquacoltura Multi Trophica Integrata
  • Synthesis of Brominated Lactones Related to Mycalin A: Selective Antiproliferative Activity on Metastatic Melanoma Cells and Inhibition of the Cell Migration
  • Tethya meloni (Porifera, Demospongiae): A Promising Bioremediator Species and Source of Marine Natural Products
  • Integrated Study for the Assessment of an Inshore Mariculture Plant Impact on the Surrounding Environment (Ionian Sea)
  • Multi-Trophic Species Interactions in a Marine Bioremediation Model Assessment

 

Hemlata Jambhulkar | Environmental | Best Paper Award

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Mrs Hemlata Jambhulkar |  Environmental  |  Best Paper Award

Principal Technical Officer at  CSIR-NEERI,Nagpur, India

Mrs. Hemlata Padmakar Jambhulkar is a Principal Technical Officer at CSIR-NEERI, Nagpur, with a distinguished career in environmental engineering and over three decades of research experience. She holds an M.Sc. in Chemistry from Nagpur University and specializes in areas such as phytoremediation, soil remediation, wastewater management, and carbon sequestration. She is a life member of various scientific societies, including the Indian Women Scientist Association. Mrs. Jambhulkar has received several accolades, including the Dubai International Award for her contributions to ecological restoration and the Best Paper Award at the Women in Science meeting in 2007. Her work is instrumental in advancing sustainable environmental practices in India.

 

Publication Profile

Educational Qualifications:

  • M.Sc. in Chemistry (Physical, Environmental, Organic, Inorganic, Analytical), Nagpur University, 1989
  • B.Sc. in Microbiology, Botany, and Chemistry, Nagpur University, 1987

Research Experience:

Mrs. Jambhulkar has over three decades of experience in environmental research, particularly focusing on:

  • Phytoremediation of mining wastelands and degraded lands
  • Remediation of metal-contaminated soils
  • Bioaccumulation of heavy metals in plants on fly ash dumps
  • Management of wastewater through eco-friendly constructed wetlands
  • Carbon sequestration through afforestation
  • Wastewater recycling for agricultural and forestry applications

Memberships:

She is a life member of multiple professional bodies, including the Researchers Society of Chemical Sciences, Indian Network for Soil Contamination and Research (INSCR), Indian Water Resources Society, Indian Women Scientist Association, and Vigyan Bharati Vidarbha Pradesh Mandal.

Awards and Honors:

  • Dubai International Award (2007): Recognized for contributing to the project “Ecological restoration of degraded lands through biotechnological approaches.”
  • Best Paper Award (2007): For her work on “Assessment of bioaccumulation potential of heavy metals on fly ash dump” at the All India meeting of ‘Women in Science’ organized by the Indian Women Scientist Association.

Citations :

  • Total Citations: 385 (from 352 documents)
  • Publications: 6 documents
  • h-index: 5

Publication Top Notes

  1. “Eco-restoration approach for mine spoil overburden dump through biotechnological route”
    Authors: Jambhulkar, H.P., Kumar, M.S.
    Journal: Environmental Monitoring and Assessment, 2019, 191(12), 772
    Citations: 22
  2. “Fly ash toxicity, emerging issues and possible implications for its exploitation in agriculture; Indian scenario: A review”
    Authors: Jambhulkar, H.P., Shaikh, S.M.S., Kumar, M.S.
    Journal: Chemosphere, 2018, 213, pp. 333–344
    Citations: 115
  3. “Natural vs. reclaimed forests – a case study of successional change, reclamation technique and phytodiversity”
    Authors: Juwarkar, A.A., Singh, L., Singh, S.K., Thawale, P.R., Kanfade, H.
    Journal: International Journal of Mining, Reclamation and Environment, 2015, 29(6), pp. 476–498
    Citations: 5
  4. “Assessment of bioaccumulation of heavy metals by different plant species grown on fly ash dump”
    Authors: Jambhulkar, H.P., Juwarkar, A.A.
    Journal: Ecotoxicology and Environmental Safety, 2009, 72(4), pp. 1122–1128
    Citations: 67
  5. “Phytoremediation of coal mine spoil dump through integrated biotechnological approach”
    Authors: Juwarkar, A.A., Jambhulkar, H.P.
    Journal: Bioresource Technology, 2008, 99(11), pp. 4732–4741
    Citations: 97
  6. “Restoration of fly ash dump through biological interventions”
    Authors: Juwarkar, A.A., Jambhulkar, H.P.
    Journal: Environmental Monitoring and Assessment, 2008, 139(1-3), pp. 355–365
    Citations: 79

 

 

N.C. Mondal | Soil Pollution | Best Researcher Award

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Dr N.C.  Mondal |  Soil Pollution |  Best Researcher Award

Principal Scientist & Assoc. Prof. at  CSIR-National Geophysical Research Institute, India

Dr. N.C. Mondal is a distinguished Principal Scientist at the CSIR-National Geophysical Research Institute and an Associate Professor at the Academy of Scientific & Innovative Research (AcSIR) in Hyderabad, India. He holds a Ph.D. in Groundwater Geophysics from Osmania University, where he focused on contaminated groundwater delineation.

 

Publication Profile

Academic Qualifications:

  • Ph.D. in Groundwater Geophysics (2005) – Osmania University, India
  • M.Sc. (Tech.) in Exploration Geophysics (2000) – Banaras Hindu University, India
  • B.Sc. (Hons.) in Physics (1996) – University of Burdwan, India

Research Focus:

Dr. Mondal’s research centers on groundwater exploration and management, encompassing hydrochemistry, aquifer modeling, and the application of entropy theory in water resources. His notable contributions include:

  • Developing techniques for estimating groundwater potential zones using geophysical and remote sensing data.
  • Creating the Saline Water Mixing Index (SWMI) for assessing saline water intrusion in aquifers.
  • Innovating methods to distinguish between natural and anthropogenic sources of groundwater pollution.
  • Designing an entropy-based model to evaluate natural groundwater reserves.
  • Implementing models for assessing hydrogeological vulnerability.

Professional Experience:

  • Principal Scientist (2020-present) – CSIR-National Geophysical Research Institute, Hyderabad
  • Senior Scientist (2016-2020) – CSIR-National Geophysical Research Institute
  • BOYSCAST Fellow (2009-2010) – Texas A&M University, USA

Awards and Recognition:

  • Fellow, Geological Society of India (GSI) (2022)
  • National Geoscience Award (2017) – Ministry of Mines, Govt. of India
  • Best Researcher Award, VDGOOD Professional Association (2021)

Memberships:

  • International Association of Hydrogeologists (IAH)
  • Geological Society of India (GSI)
  • Association of Global Groundwater Scientists (AGGS)

Citations:

Citations: 4,085 (since 2019: 2,334)
h-index: 33 (since 2019: 24)
i10-index: 66 (since 2019: 48)

Publication Top Notes

  • Deciphering potential groundwater zone in hard rock through the application of GIS
    R.K. Prasad, N.C. Mondal, P. Banerjee, M.V. Nandakumar, V.S. Singh
    Environmental Geology, 55, 467-475 (2008)
    Citations: 517
  • Determining the interaction between groundwater and saline water through groundwater major ions chemistry
    N.C. Mondal, V.P. Singh, V.S. Singh, V.K. Saxena
    Journal of Hydrology, 388(1-2), 100-111 (2010)
    Citations: 388
  • Identification of Groundwater Potential Zones Using RS, GIS, and AHP Techniques: A Case Study in a Part of Deccan Volcanic Province (DVP), Maharashtra, India
    V.A. Kumar, N.C. Mondal, S. Ahmed
    Journal of the Indian Society of Remote Sensing, 48(3), 497-511 (2020)
    Citations: 224
  • Anthropogenic nitrate in groundwater and its health risks in the view of background concentration in a semi-arid area of Rajasthan, India
    A. Rahman, N.C. Mondal, K.K. Tiwari
    Scientific Reports, 11(9279), doi.org/10.1038/s41598-021-88600-1 (2021)
    Citations: 148
  • Trace element concentration in groundwater of Pesarlanka Island, Krishna Delta, India
    N.C. Mondal, V.S. Singh, S.C. Puranik, V.P. Singh
    Environmental Monitoring and Assessment, 163, 215-227 (2010)
    Citations: 144
  • Hydrochemical characteristic of coastal aquifer from Tuticorin, Tamil Nadu, India
    N.C. Mondal, V.P. Singh, S. Singh, V.S. Singh
    Environmental Monitoring and Assessment, 175(1-4), 531-550 (2011)
    Citations: 141
  • Assessment of groundwater pollution due to tannery industries in and around Dindigul, Tamilnadu, India
    N.C. Mondal, V.K. Saxena, V.S. Singh
    Environmental Geology, 48, 149-157 (2005)
    Citations: 138
  • Use of hydrochemical parameters for the identification of fresh groundwater resources, Potharlanka Island, India
    V.K. Saxena, V.S. Singh, N.C. Mondal, S.C. Jain
    Environmental Geology, 44, 516-521 (2003)
    Citations: 96
  • Appraisal and evolution of hydrochemical processes from proximity basalt and granite areas of Deccan Volcanic Province (DVP) in India
    S. Sonkamble, A. Sahya, N.C. Mondal, P. Harikumar
    Journal of Hydrology, 438, 181-193 (2012)
    Citations: 93
  • Improvement of groundwater quality due to fresh water ingress in Potharlanka Island, Krishna delta, India
    N.C. Mondal, V.S. Singh, V.K. Saxena, R.K. Prasad
    Environmental Geology, 55, 595-603 (2008)
    Citations: 93

 

Younes Rezaee Danesh | Plant Protection | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr Younes Rezaee Danesh |  Plant Protection |  Best Researcher Award

Full Professor at  Van Yuzuncu Yil University, Turkey

Younes Rezaee Danesh is a Full Professor specializing in mycology, plant pathology, and biological control. His work focuses on symbiotic fungi, bio-fertilizers, and eco-friendly plant growth enhancers. He has held academic positions in Iran and Turkey, and led an EU-funded HORIZON 2020 project. With over 1000 citations, he has contributed significantly to sustainable agriculture research, collaborating with international partners and publishing numerous high-impact papers. He is also a member of various scientific societies and editorial boards. His research aims to promote plant resistance against abiotic and biotic stresses through microbial solutions.

Publication Profile

Academic and Professional Background:

Younes Rezaee Danesh has held various academic roles in multiple countries, beginning in 2007 at Urmia University, Iran. He has also led a HORIZON 2020 EU-funded project at the Soil, Fertilizer and Water Resources Central Research Institute in Ankara, Turkey. His research focuses on mycology, plant pathology, and biological control, emphasizing the eco-friendly use of symbiotic fungi as bio-fertilizers and biostimulants. With numerous international collaborations, Younes has over 1000 citations and is a member of several global scientific societies.

Research and Innovations:

  • Completed/Ongoing Research Projects:
    • Leader of 4 completed projects, co-researcher in 4 completed projects.
    • Currently leading 2 projects and acting as co-researcher in 2 others.
  • Citation Index:
    • H-Index: 16
    • More than 1000 citations
  • Consultancy/Industry Projects:
    • Advisor in 2 projects at the Soil, Fertilizer and Water Resources Central Research Institute, Ankara, Turkey.
    • Management Committee Member for COST Action Projects (COST 22158, COST 22142).
  • Books Published (ISBN):
    • Authored and contributed to 10 books and book chapters, including titles published by Springer and Elsevier.
  • Journals Published (SCI, Scopus, etc.):
    • Published 73 papers in indexed journals.
  • Editorial Appointments:
    • Member of editorial boards in journals including International Journal of Agricultural Technology and Frontiers in Physiology.
  • Collaborations:
    • Extensive collaborations with research institutes and universities in countries such as Turkey, Hungary, Italy, and Spain.

Professional Memberships:

  • Life member in various scientific organizations, including the Asian Mycorrhizal Society and the Iranian Society of Plant Pathology.

Areas of Research:

  • Agricultural Sciences, Mycology, Plant Pathology, Biotechnology, Environmental Biology, and Microbial Genetics.

Contributions:

Younes Rezaee Danesh’s work has significantly impacted sustainable agriculture by promoting eco-friendly microbial solutions to enhance plant growth and stress resilience. His research on arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi and plant-microbe interactions has offered innovative biofertilization strategies, improving nutrient uptake and reducing dependence on chemical inputs. These contributions address critical challenges in food security, particularly in regions affected by drought and salinity.

Citations:

  • All time: 1046
  • Since 2019: 601

h-index:

  • All time: 16
  • Since 2019: 13

i10-index:

  • All time: 28
  • Since 2019: 17

Publication Top Notes

  • Mycorrhizal fungi: what we know and what should we know?
    EM Goltapeh, YR Danesh, R Prasad, A Varma
    Mycorrhiza: State of the Art, Genetics and Molecular Biology, Eco-function
    Citations: 121 (2008)
  • Effects of arbuscular mycorrhizal (AM) fungi on growth, essential oil production, and nutrients uptake in basil
    M Rasouli-Sadaghiani, A Hassani, M Barin, YR Danesh, F Sefidkon
    Journal of Medicinal Plants Research, 4(21): 2222-2228
    Citations: 115 (2010)
  • Mycorrhiza: state of the art, genetics and molecular biology, eco-function, biotechnology, eco-physiology, structure and systematics
    A Varma
    Citations: 84 (2008)
  • Fungi as bioremediators
    EM Goltapeh, YR Danesh, A Varma
    Springer Science & Business Media
    Citations: 50 (2013)
  • Effects of heavy metal resistant soil microbes inoculation and soil Cd concentration on growth and metal uptake of millet, couch grass, and alfalfa
    M Rahmanian, K Habib, RD Younes, RS Mir Hasan
    African Journal of Microbiology Research, 5(4): 403-410
    Citations: 31 (2011)
  • Genetic analysis of partial resistance to basal stem rot (Sclerotinia sclerotiorum) in sunflower
    M Amouzadeh, R Darvishzadeh, P Haddadi, BA Mandoulakani
    Genetika (Belgrade), 45(3): 737-748
    Citations: 30 (2013)
  • Bioremediation and genetically modified organisms
    M Jafari, YR Danesh, EM Goltapeh, A Varma
    Fungi as Bioremediators: 433-451
    Citations: 29 (2012)
  • Mycoremediation of heavy metals
    YR Danesh, M Tajbakhsh, EM Goltapeh, A Varma
    Fungi as Bioremediators: 245-267
    Citations: 29 (2012)
  • Biological control of Fusarium basal rot of onion using Trichoderma harzianum and Glomus mosseae
    B Ghanbarzadeh, N Safaie, E Mohammadi Goltapeh, Y Rezaee Danesh
    Journal of Crop Protection, 5(3): 359-368
    Citations: 28 (2016)
  • Optimizing carrot hairy root production for monoxenic culture of arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi in Iran
    YR Danesh, EM Goltapeh, A Alizadeh, MM Sanavy
    Journal of Biological Sciences, 6(1): 87-91
    Citations: 28 (2006)
  • Antagonistic effects of Trichoderma species in biocontrol of Armillaria mellea in fruit trees in Iran
    M Asef, E Goltapeh, Y Danesh
    Journal of Plant Protection Research, 48(2)
    Citations: 26 (2008)
  • Pathogenic interactions between Trichoderma species and Agaricus bisporus
    ME Goltapeh, Y Rezaei Danesh
    Journal of Agricultural Technology, 2: 29-37
    Citations: 24 (2006)
  • Effects of some biological agents on the growth and biochemical parameters of tomato plants infected with Alternaria solani (Ellis & Martin) Sorauer
    G Boyno, S Demir, YR Danesh
    European Journal of Plant Pathology, 162(1): 19-29
    Citations: 23 (2022)
  • Effects of thyme (zaatar) essential oil and some chemical compounds in the control of citrus bacterial canker in Iran
    S Samavi, N Hassanzadeh, MM Faghihi, YR Danesh
    Journal of Plant Pathology: 691-696
    Citations: 21 (2009)
  • Identification of Trichoderma species causing green mould in button mushroom farms, distribution and their relative abundance
    YR Danesh, EM Goltapeh, H Rohani
    Citations: 18 (2001)
  • Studies on interaction between Trichoderma species and Agaricus bisporus mycelium
    EM Goltapeh, YR Danesh
    Citations: 17 (2000)
  • Morphophysiological and biochemical responses of Zinnia elegans to different irrigation regimes in symbiosis with Glomus mosseae
    Z Heidari, MJ Nazarideljou, Y Rezaei Danesh, N Khezrinejad
    International Journal of Horticultural Science and Technology, 3(1): 19-32
    Citations: 15 (2016)
  • The complex interplay between arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi and strigolactone: Mechanisms, synergies, applications and future directions
    G Boyno, Y Rezaee Danesh, S Demir, N Teniz, JM Mulet, R Porcel
    International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 24(23): 16774
    Citations: 14 (2023)
  • Foliar applications of ZnO and its nanoparticles increase safflower (Carthamus tinctorius L.) growth and yield under water stress
    M Ghiyasi, Y Rezaee Danesh, R Amirnia, S Najafi, JM Mulet, R Porcel
    Agronomy, 13(1): 192
    Citations: 14 (2023)
  • Rock phosphate solubilizing potential of soil microorganisms: advances in sustainable crop production
    B Khoshru, AF Nosratabad, D Mitra, M Chaithra, YR Danesh, G Boyno
    Bacteria, 2(2): 98-115
    Citations: 13 (2023)

 

Abdulkadir Jelani Abubakar | Environmental Sustainability | Global Food Systems Innovator Award

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Mr Abdulkadir Jelani Abubakar | Environmental Sustainability |  Global Food Systems Innovator Award

JICA Scholar and Principal Standards Officer at  Yamagata University and SON,  Japan

Abubakar AbdulKadir Jelani is a seasoned expert in compliance, quality assurance, and food safety, with over a decade of experience. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture and is currently pursuing a Master’s in Bioproduction Science at Yamagata University, Japan. His research primarily focuses on the use of organic and synthetic fertilizers for Okra and the flood tolerance of NERICA rice in both upland and lowland systems.

Publication profile:

🎓 Academic Background:

Abdulkadir Jelani Abubakar is an expert in compliance, quality assurance, and food safety, boasting over a decade of experience. He holds a Bachelor’s in Agriculture and is currently pursuing a Master’s in Bioproduction Science at Yamagata University, Japan.

🌱 Research Focus:

His research specializes in:

  • Organic and Synthetic Fertilizers: Impact on Okra yield and quality.
  • Flood Tolerance in NERICA Rice: Performance in upland and lowland systems.
  • Sustainability Studies: Adaptability of rice varieties across different agroecological systems.

📊 Innovations & Contributions:

  • ISO Management Systems: Developed and implemented ISO 9001, 22000, and 14001 for enhanced food safety and quality control.
  • Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP): Innovated frameworks that boost operational efficiency and compliance.

 

Publication Top Notes:

  1. Effect of Sawmill Wastes, Animal Manure and NPK Fertilizer on the Performance of Okra (Abelmoschus esculentus L. Moench) on an Alfisol
    MO Aduloju, OB Fawole, AJ Abubakar, JO Olaniyan
    Department of Agronomy, University of Ilorin, Nigeria, 17-25, 2010
  2. Potential for the Development of Algal-Bioconversion to Biogas for Utilization in Rural Areas of Northern Nigeria
    A Abubakar, AA Zuru
    Nigerian Journal of Renewable Energy, 4(1), 24-29, 1996
  3. Extraction and Physicochemical Characterization of Seed Oil from Seed
    A Abubakar, A Auwal, H Yakubu, S Yushau
    International Journal of Research and Innovation in Applied Science, 5(1), 60-64, 2020
  4. Production and Biodegradability of Biodiesel from Lagenaria siceraria Seed Oil
    AA Mahmoud, SI Kwada, A Jauro, A Abubakar
    International Journal of Research and Innovation in Applied Science, 5(3), 94-98, 2020
  5. Pesticide Residue Contamination of Some Cereals and Their Consequential Health Implications in the Food Chain of Taraba Northern Geo-political Region, Taraba State
    BW Barau, WN Yusufu, A Abubakar, AS Fadilah
    Asian Journal of Environment & Ecology, 22(1), 1-18, 2023
  6. Effect of Sawmill Wastes, Animal Manure and NPK Fertilizer on the Performance of Okra (Abelmoschus esculentum) on an Alfisol
    MO Aduloju, OB Fawole, AJ Abubakar, O JO
    Journal of Environmental Issue, 4, 73-77, 2010
  7. A Study of the Effect of Addition of Calcium, Boron, Cobalt and the Combination of the Three Ions on Biogas Production from Cow Dung
    AA Zuru, A Ekpekurede, A Abubakar
    Nigerian Journal of Renewable Energy, 5, 1, 1997
  8. Evaluation of Root Distributions of NERICA in Saline Conditions
    OB Sy, AJ Abubakar, R Tajima, H Nasukawa
    Abstracts of Meeting of the CSSJ, The 257th Meeting of CSSJ, 41, 2024
  9. Tolerance of NERICA Rice Varieties to Flash-Flood in Upland and Lowland Conditions
    AJ Abubakar, OB Sy, R Tajima, H Nasukawa
    Abstracts of Meeting of the CSSJ, The 257th Meeting of CSSJ, 42, 2024

 

 

Apourv Pant | Environment Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Dr Apourv Pant | Environment Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Scientist -D at  IIT -Kanpur,  India

Dr. Apourv Pant is a Scientist-C at the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) in Bengaluru. He holds a Ph.D. and a Master’s in Environmental Science from Govindh Ballabh Pant University of Agriculture and Technology. With over seven years of experience, Dr. Pant has led significant research projects on environmental chemicals, air pollution, and their impacts on public health, including studies on cancer incidence and the effectiveness of telemedicine for diabetes management. His work focuses on systematic reviews, meta-analyses, and health technology assessments, contributing to policy-making. Dr. Pant has co-authored book chapters and is a member of professional bodies like SETAC and Cochrane Collaboration.

Publication profile:

🎓 Academic and Professional Background:

Dr. Apourv Pant holds a Ph.D. and a Master’s degree in Environmental Science from Govindh Ballabh Pant University of Agriculture and Technology. With over seven years of expertise in environmental solutions and public health, he has led various government-backed projects addressing environmental chemicals, air pollution, and their health impacts. As a Scientist-C at ICMR, Bengaluru, he focuses on systematic reviews, meta-analysis, and health technology assessments.

🔬 Research and Innovations:

  • Key Projects:
    • Air Pollution & Cancer Incidence
    • Telemedicine in Diabetes Management
  • Publications: Featured in high-impact journals like Ecotoxicology and Environmental Safety.
  • Book Contributions: Co-authored chapters, such as Plant Adaptation to Recalcitrant Chemicals.
  • Collaborations: Partnered with the National Institute of Hydrology and Wildlife Institute of India.

🧪 Areas of Research:

  • Environmental Science
  • Air Pollution
  • Bioremediation
  • Public Health
  • Health Technology Assessments

🏆 Contributions:

Dr. Pant’s research has provided crucial insights into the environmental hazards of chemicals, bioremediation of polluted sites, and the effects of air pollution on public health. His work has influenced policy-making through systematic reviews and health technology assessments, particularly concerning cancer and diabetes care in India.

 

Publication Top Notes:

  • Toxicological effect, bioaccumulative potential, and risk assessment of endosulfan
    K. Bhanot, A. Pant
    Hazardous Chemicals, 137-155, 2025
  • Ethical Considerations in the Management of Orthopedic Surgery Waste: Balancing Environmental Protection and Participant Safety
    A. Kar, A. Pant, R. Shah
    Cureus, 16(9), 2024
  • Treatment of pulp and paper mill effluent through combined aerobic and anaerobic suspended fixed‐bed bioreactor
    A. Pant, A.K. Dwivedi, S. Murasingh, D. Singh, M. Mayank, C.S.P. Ojha
    Water Environment Research, 96(9), e11133, 2024
  • The clinical effectiveness of telemedicine for managing type 2 diabetes in India: a meta-analysis of the impact of telemedicine with clinic visits
    A. Nath, S. Mathew, A. Pant, Y. Thadi
    Journal of Diabetes & Metabolic Disorders, 1-10, 2024
  • Assessing the global impact of ambient air pollution on cancer incidence and mortality: A comprehensive meta-analysis
    T. Ramamoorthy, A. Nath, S. Singh, S. Mathew, A. Pant, S. Sheela, G. Kaur, …
    JCO Global Oncology, 10, e2300427, 2024
  • Interaction among heavy metals in landfill leachate and their effect on the phytoremediation process of Indian Marigold
    A. Bhagwat, C.S.P. Ojha, A. Pant, R. Kumar
    Journal of Hazardous, Toxic, and Radioactive Waste, 27(1), 04022039, 2023
  • Numerical groundwater modelling for studying surface water-groundwater interaction and impact of reduced draft on groundwater resources in central Ganga basin
    S. Kumar, A.K. Dwivedi, C.S.P. Ojha, V. Kumar, A. Pant, P.K. Mishra, N. Patidar, …
    Mathematical Biosciences and Engineering, 19(11), 11114-11136, 2022
  • Application of Biochar on methane production through organic solid waste and ammonia inhibition
    A. Pant, J.P.N. Rai
    Environmental Challenges, 5, 100262, 2021
  • Assessing efficiency and economic viability in treating leachates emanating from the municipal landfill site at Gazipur, India
    A. Bhagwat, R. Kumar, C.S.P. Ojha, M.K. Sharma, A. Pant, B. Sharma, J.V. Tyagi
    Environmental Science and Pollution Research, 1-13, 2021
  • Impact of chlorpyrifos, TCP and N-substituted aromatic compounds on methane production from organic solid waste (OSW) using co-culture of Pseudomonas aeruginosa and …
    A. Pant, J.P.N. Rai
    Biofuels, 4, 2020
  • Biosurfactants Enhanced Methane Production from Organic Solid Waste using Co-culture of Methanosarcina mazei and Pseudomonas aeruginosa
    A. Pant, J.P.N. Rai
    Journal of Biofuels, 11(1), 9-21, 2020
  • Spatiotemporal Trends of Microplastics Loading in the Sediments of River Ganga: First Observation on Occurrence, Identification and Quantification
    A. Baroth, A. Pant, R. Sah, S.A. Hussain, P. Chaudhary
    *SETAC Europe 29th Annual Meeting, Society of Environmental Toxicology And …, 2019
  • Bioremediation of chlorpyrifos contaminated soil by two phase bioslurry reactor: Processes evaluation and optimization by Taguchi’s design of experimental (DOE) methodology
    A. Pant, J.P.N. Rai
    Ecotoxicology and Environmental Safety, 150, 305-311, 2018
  • Chlorpyrifos biodegradation and its process optimization employing Biphasic Bioslurry Bioreactor System (BBBS)
    A. Pant
    GB Pant University of Agriculture and Technology, Pantnagar-263145 (Uttarakhand), 2018
  • Plant adaptation strategies in changing environment
    V. Shukla, S. Kumar, N. Kumar
    Springer Singapore, 31, 2017
  • Nanotechnology Based Medication Conveyance at Cellular Level – A Review
    S. Kumar, A. Pant, P. Barteja
    Journal of Pure Applied and Industrial Physics, 7(6), 257-263, 2017
  • Plant adaptation to recalcitrant chemicals
    H. Khatoon, A. Pant, J.P.N. Rai
    Plant adaptation strategies in changing environment, 269-290, 2017
  • Effect of Liquid Polymer Stabilizer on geotechnical properties of fine-grained soil
    P.K. Kolay, A. Pant, V.K. Puri, S. Kumar
    Indian Geotechnical Conference IGC2016, 15-17, 2016
  • Water and climate change adaptation: Focus on the Ganges-Brahmaputra river system
    H.R. Hosterman, P.G. McCornick, E.J. Kistin, A. Pant, B.R. Sharma, L. Bharati
    International Water Management Institute, 2009
  • Mechanical properties of MoSi {sub 2}/SiC/20w net shape composites
    W. Chen, R. Sood, A. Pant
    American Ceramic Society, Westerville, OH (United States), 1996