Marley Nunes Vituri Toloi | Environmental Impacts | Excellence in Research

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

 

Li He | Land | Best Researcher Award

Assist. Prof. Dr Li  He |  Land |  Best Researcher Award

Lecturer at  Hunan Normal University, China

Dr. Li He is a Lecturer at Hunan Normal University. She holds a Ph.D. in Public Policy from the City University of Hong Kong and a Master’s degree from Beijing Normal University. Her research focuses on urban governance, environmental economics, and sustainable urbanization. Dr. He has received several academic awards, including the Outstanding Doctoral Research Award in 2023. She has published over 10 papers in leading journals, such as Cities and Environmental Impact Assessment Review. Additionally, she is a reviewer for multiple SSCI journals and will soon serve as a guest editor for a Q1 SSCI indexed journal.

 

Publication Profile

Academic Background:

Dr. Li He is a Lecturer at Hunan Normal University. She earned her Ph.D. from the College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences, City University of Hong Kong, and holds a Master’s degree from Beijing Normal University. Her research achievements have earned her multiple awards, including the Outstanding Doctoral Research Award and Outstanding Research Thesis Award in 2023.

Research Focus:

Dr. He specializes in public policy, urban governance, environmental economics, and sustainable urbanization. She has participated in several national and provincial-level research projects and has published over 10 journal papers and book chapters. Her work often employs economic modeling to explore urban policy and sustainability.

Publications:

Dr. He has contributed to notable publications such as:

  • Cities (SSCI Indexed, IF=6.7)
  • Environmental Impact Assessment Review (SSCI Indexed, IF=7.9)
  • Sustainability (SCIE & SSCI Indexed, IF=3.9)

Publication Top Note:

  • Assessing the Impact of Pollution on Urban Scale in China: A New Perspective from Residents’ Health
    Sustainability, 2023-11
    DOI: 10.3390/su152215984
    Contributors: Li HE, Xukun Zhang
  • 中国省份要素替代弹性估计及增长效应研究
    中国经济问题, 2022-07
    DOI: 10.19365/j.issn1000-4181.2022.04.09
    Contributors: Li HE, 吕光明
  • Examining the Relations of Income Inequality and Carbon Productivity
    Sustainable Production and Consumption, 2022-05
    DOI: 10.1016/j.spc.2022.01.027
    Contributors: Mengbing Du, Li HE, Mengxue Zhao, Jie Wang, Yu Cao, Heng Li
  • The Distribution Effect of Urbanization
    Habitat International, 2022-05
    DOI: 10.1016/j.habitatint.2022.102544
    Contributors: Li HE, Xiaoling Zhang
  • Policies for Science, Technology, and Innovation
    Innovation Management and Growth in Emerging Economies, 2021
    DOI: 10.4018/978-1-7998-4195-1.ch004
    Contributors: Li HE, Xukun Zhang
  • Heterogeneity of the Environmental Kuznets Curve across Chinese Cities
    Ecological Indicators, 2021-11
    DOI: 10.1016/j.ecolind.2021.108128
    Contributors: Li HE, Xiaoling Zhang, Yaxue Yan
  • Farmland Rental Participation, Agricultural Productivity, and Household Income
    Land, 2021-09
    DOI: 10.3390/land10090899
    Contributors: Wenjing Han, Zhengfeng Zhang, Xiaoling Zhang, Li HE

 

 

Amit Masih | Environmental | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr Amit Masih |  Environmental |  Best Researcher Award

Professor at st. Andrew’s College,  India

Lt. Prof. Amit Masih (born November 10, 1978) is a Professor in the Department of Chemistry at St. Andrew’s College, Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh, India. With over 18 years of research and 15 years of teaching experience, his work focuses on environmental monitoring, remediation, and health risk assessment. He has collaborated with prestigious institutions, including the United States Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA), Indian Institute of Toxicological Research (IITR), Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC), and National Environmental Engineering Research Institute (NEERI). Prof. Masih has authored international publications, including books on ambient BTEX exposure and PAH carcinogenic potencies. He has received multiple international travel awards and is a member of renowned scientific societies. His research contributions, particularly on pollutants like PAHs, BTEX, and mercury in air, water, and soil, have earned him a notable h-index of 12 and nearly 1,000 citations.

 

Publication Profile

🌍 Collaborations:

  • Worked on atmospheric PAHs, Mercury, and BTEX with the United States Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA), New Jersey, USA.
  • Collaborated with leading Indian institutes, including IITR Lucknow, BARC Mumbai, and NEERI Mumbai.

🔬 Research Projects:

  • UGC-funded study on PAH contamination in groundwater.
  • DST-funded investigation of BTEX exposure and health risks in Gorakhpur.
  • USEPA-supported mercury exposure profiling in northern India.

🏅 Honors and Memberships:

  • Recipient of multiple international travel awards, including visits to USA, Canada, Germany, and Australia.
  • Member of esteemed organizations such as the Indian Science Congress, Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC), and Indian Chemical Society.

📚 Research Focus:

Environmental Monitoring, Remediation, and Health Risk Assessment with expertise in Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs), Mercury, Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs), and health risk assessment from environmental matrices such as air, water, and soil.

📈 Academic Impact:

  • Citations: 987
  • H-Index: 12
  • Research Interest Score: 591

Publication Top Note:

  • Source Characterization and Health Risks of BTEX in Indoor/Outdoor Air During Winters at a Terai Precinct of North India
    Masih, A., Dviwedi, S., Lal, J.K.
    Environmental Geochemistry and Health, 2021, 43(8), pp. 2985–3003.
  • Exposure Levels and Health Risk Assessment of Ambient BTX at Urban and Rural Environments of a Terai Region of Northern India
    Masih, A., Lall, A.S., Taneja, A., Singhvi, R.
    Environmental Pollution, 2018, 242, pp. 1678–1683.
  • A Preliminary Effort to Reduce Carcinogenic Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons from Diesel Exhaust by Using Different Blends of Diesel and Synthesized Biodiesel
    Kumar, V., Vikas, P., Saruchi, Masih, A., Kothiyal, N.C.
    Global Nest Journal, 2018, 20(2), pp. 389–398.
  • Exposure Profiles, Seasonal Variation, and Health Risk Assessment of BTEX in Indoor Air of Homes at Different Microenvironments of a Terai Province of Northern India
    Masih, A., Lall, A.S., Taneja, A., Singhvi, R.
    Chemosphere, 2017, 176, pp. 8–17.
  • Inhalation Exposure and Related Health Risks of BTEX in Ambient Air at Different Microenvironments of a Terai Zone in North India
    Masih, A., Lall, A.S., Taneja, A., Singhvi, R.
    Atmospheric Environment, 2016, 147, pp. 55–66.
  • Exposure Profiles of Mercury in Human Hair at a Terai Belt of North India
    Masih, A., Taneja, A., Singhvi, R.
    Environmental Geochemistry and Health, 2016, 38(1), pp. 145–156.
  • Concentrations and Carcinogenic Profiles of Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons (PAHs) in Groundwater of an Urban Site at a Terai Belt of North India
    Masih, A., Lal, J.K.
    International Journal of Applied Engineering Research, 2014, 9(1 SPEC.ISS.), pp. 1–7.
  • Study of Noise and Atmospheric Pollution During the Festival of Lights (Deepawali) in the North Central Part of India—A Case Study
    Masih, A., Verma, P., Lal, J.K., Taneja, A.
    Advanced Science Letters, 2014, 20(7-9), pp. 1666–1672.
  • Study of Air-Soil Exchange of Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons (PAHs) in the North-Central Part of India – A Semi-Arid Region
    Masih, A., Masih, J., Taneja, A.
    Journal of Environmental Monitoring, 2012, 14(1), pp. 172–180.
  • Characteristics of Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons in Indoor and Outdoor Atmosphere in the North Central Part of India
    Masih, J., Masih, A., Kulshrestha, A., Singhvi, R., Taneja, A.
    Journal of Hazardous Materials, 2010, 177(1-3), pp. 190–198.

 

 

Paul Sutton | Climate Change | Best Researcher Award

Prof Paul Sutton | Climate Change |  Best Researcher Award

Professor at  University of Denver, United States

Professor Paul C. Sutton is a leading expert in sustainability science, population geography, and ecological economics. He is a Professor of Geography at the University of Denver, where he has served since 1999. His research focuses on topics such as urban metabolism, green infrastructure, land degradation, and the development of indicators for the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Sutton is also involved in international environmental initiatives, having contributed to UNEP’s Global Environmental Outlook and served as a Visiting Fellow at The Australian National University.

Profile

Academic Background:

  • Ph.D. in Geography, University of California, Santa Barbara (1999)
  • M.A. in Applied Statistics, University of California, Santa Barbara (1997)
  • M.A. in Geography, University of California, Santa Barbara (1995)
  • B.S. in Chemistry, Union College, Schenectady, New York (1983)

Career Highlights:

  • Professor of Geography at the University of Denver (2012-Present)
  • Visiting Fellow at The Crawford School of Public Policy, The Australian National University (2020-2021)
  • Research Associate at NOAA’s National Geophysical Data Center (1995-2010)
  • Lecturer at UC Santa Barbara’s Department of Geography (1992-1999)
  • High School Teacher (1983-1993) and Process Engineer (1984-1992)

Research Focus:

  • Population Geography
  • Sustainability Science
  • Ecological Economics
  • Developing Indicators for the SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals)
  • Ecosystem Services and Integrated Assessment
  • Urban Metabolism and Smart Cities
  • Green Infrastructure
  • Land Degradation
  • Applications of Nighttime Satellite Imagery

Engagement & Service:

  • Founding Member, Center for a Regenerative Future (2024)
  • Member, Board of Trustees, Morrison, CO (2018-2026)
  • Contributor to UNEP’s Global Environmental Outlook (GEO-6 and GEO-7)
  • Chair, Academic Program Review Team at Texas State University (2013)
  • Proposal & Manuscript Reviewer for NSF, NASA, ESA, ARC, and other scientific foundations
  • Keynote Speaker at various international forums

Honors and Awards:

  • Best Graduate Advisor, College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics (2024)
  • Australian Water Award for Goyder Institute Collaboration (2022)
  • Prose Award Winner for Environmental Sciences (UNEP GEO6) (2021)
  • Best Researcher Award – IRULA (2019)
  • NASA Earth System Science Fellowship (1997-1999)

Citations:

  • Citations: 62,096 (All-time), 28,454 (Since 2019)
  • h-index: 55 (All-time), 45 (Since 2019)
  • i10-index: 102 (All-time), 92 (Since 2019)

Publication Top Notes

  1. The value of the world’s ecosystem services and natural capital
    Costanza, R., d’Arge, R., De Groot, R., Farber, S., Grasso, M., Hannon, B., et al. (1997). Nature, 387(6630), 253.
  2. Changes in the global value of ecosystem services
    Costanza, R., De Groot, R., Sutton, P., Van der Ploeg, S., Anderson, S. J., et al. (2014). Global Environmental Change, 26, 152-158.
  3. Twenty years of ecosystem services: how far have we come and how far do we still need to go?
    Costanza, R., de Groot, R., Braat, L., Kubiszewski, I., Fioramonti, L., Sutton, P., et al. (2017). Ecosystem Services, 28, 1-16.
  4. The coasts of our world: Ecological, economic and social importance
    Martínez, M. L., Intralawan, A., Vázquez, G., Pérez-Maqueo, O., Sutton, P., et al. (2007). Ecological Economics, 63(2-3), 254-272.
  5. The value of coastal wetlands for hurricane protection
    Costanza, R., Pérez-Maqueo, O., Martínez, M. L., Sutton, P., Anderson, S. J., et al. (2008). Ambio, 241-248.
  6. Global estimates of market and non-market values derived from nighttime satellite imagery, land cover, and ecosystem service valuation
    Sutton, P. C., Costanza, R. (2002). Ecological Economics, 41(3), 509-527.
  7. Is decoupling GDP growth from environmental impact possible?
    Ward, J. D., Sutton, P. C., Werner, A. D., Costanza, R., Mohr, S. H., Simmons, C. T. (2016). PLOS ONE, 11(10), e0164733.
  8. Radiance calibration of DMSP-OLS low-light imaging data of human settlements
    Elvidge, C. D., Baugh, K. E., Dietz, J. B., Bland, T., Sutton, P. C., Kroehl, H. W. (1999). Remote Sensing of Environment, 68(1), 77-88.
  9. Census from Heaven: An estimate of the global human population using night-time satellite imagery
    Sutton, P., Roberts, D., Elvidge, C., Baugh, K. (2001). International Journal of Remote Sensing, 22(16), 3061-3076.
  10. A global poverty map derived from satellite data
    Elvidge, C. D., Sutton, P. C., Ghosh, T., Tuttle, B. T., Baugh, K. E., Bhaduri, B., Bright, E. (2009). Computers & Geosciences, 35(8), 1652-1660.
  11. Global distribution and density of constructed impervious surfaces
    Elvidge, C. D., Tuttle, B. T., Sutton, P. S., Baugh, K. E., Howard, A. T., Milesi, C., et al. (2007). Sensors, 7(9), 1962-1979.
  12. The value of ecosystem services: putting the issues in perspective
    Costanza, R., d’Arge, R., De Groot, R., Farber, S., Grasso, M., Hannon, B., et al. (1998). Ecological Economics, 25(1), 67-72.
  13. Shedding light on the global distribution of economic activity
    Ghosh, T., Powell, R. L., Elvidge, C. D., Baugh, K. E., Sutton, P. C., Anderson, S. (2010). The Open Geography Journal, 3(1), 147-160.
  14. Estimation of gross domestic product at sub-national scales using nighttime satellite imagery
    Sutton, P. C., Elvidge, C. D., Ghosh, T. (2007). International Journal of Ecological Economics & Statistics, 8(S07), 5-21.
  15. A comparison of nighttime satellite imagery
    Sutton, P., Roberts, D., Elvidge, C., Meij, H. (1997). Photogrammetric Engineering & Remote Sensing, 63(11), 1303-1313.
  16. A review of methods, data, and models to assess changes in the value of ecosystem services from land degradation and restoration
    Turner, K. G., Anderson, S., Gonzales-Chang, M., Costanza, R., Courville, S., et al. (2016). Ecological Modelling, 319, 190-207.
  17. A scale-adjusted measure of “urban sprawl” using nighttime satellite imagery
    Sutton, P. C. (2003). Remote Sensing of Environment, 86(3), 353-369.
  18. The Nightsat mission concept
    Elvidge, C. D., Cinzano, P., Pettit, D. R., Arvesen, J., Sutton, P., Small, C., et al. (2007). International Journal of Remote Sensing, 28(12), 2645-2670.
  19. Modeling population density with night-time satellite imagery and GIS
    Sutton, P. (1997). Computers, Environment and Urban Systems, 21(3-4), 227-244.
  20. The future value of ecosystem services: global scenarios and national implications
    Kubiszewski, I., Costanza, R., Anderson, S., Sutton, P. (2017). Ecosystem Services, 26, 289-301.

 

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

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

 

Surajbhan Sevda | Environmental Biotechnology | Best Researcher Award

Assist Prof Dr Surajbhan Sevda |  Environmental Biotechnology |  Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor at  NIT Warangal , India

Dr. Surajbhan Sevda has demonstrated significant expertise in biotechnology through his extensive academic and research career, contributing to the fields of biochemical engineering and fermentation technology. His international collaborations and accolades highlight his commitment to advancing research in environmental science and biotechnology.

Publication Profile

Education:

  • Ph.D. in Biochemical Engineering and Biotechnology
    Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi, New Delhi (2009 – 2013)
  • M.Tech. in Fermentation Technology
    University Institute of Chemical Technology, Mumbai (2006 – 2008)
  • B.E. in Biotechnology
    University of Rajasthan, Jaipur (2002 – 2006)

Professional Experience:

  1. Assistant Professor
    National Institute of Technology Warangal
    Teaching and Research (Dec 2019 – Present)
  2. Scientist
    IIT Guwahati
    Research (Mar 2017 – Dec 2019)
  3. Assistant Professor
    NIT Jalandhar
    Teaching and Research (Jul 2016 – Mar 2017)
  4. Post Doctorate Fellow
    Qatar University and Virginia Tech, USA
    Research (Jan 2014 – May 2016)
  5. Visiting Doctorate Fellow
    VITO, Belgium
    Research (Oct 2011 – Jul 2012)
  6. Process Engineer
    NLPL India
    Industrial Research (Jul 2008 – Jul 2009)

Honors and Awards:

  • Recipient of the Shastri-Canadian Travel Support for travel to Canada (2017-2018).
  • Awarded a Belgium Government Scholarship by the Flemish Government for research at VITO, Belgium (2011-2012).
  • Received DST International Travel Grant from the Government of India for attending the 4th International Microbial Fuel Cell Conference in Cairns, Australia (2013).

Research Impact:

  • Total Citations: 2,662
  • Citations Since 2019: 2,003
  • h-index: 25 (22 since 2019)
  • i10-index: 35

Publication Top Notes

  1. The accurate use of impedance analysis for the study of microbial electrochemical systems
    X Dominguez-Benetton, S Sevda, K Vanbroekhoven, D Pant
    Chemical Society Reviews 41 (21), 7228-7246 (2012) – 300 citations
  2. High strength wastewater treatment accompanied by power generation using air cathode microbial fuel cell
    S Sevda, X Dominguez-Benetton, K Vanbroekhoven, H De Wever, …
    Applied Energy 105, 194-206 (2013) – 230 citations
  3. Sustainable utilization of crop residues for energy generation: A life cycle assessment (LCA) perspective
    S Prasad, A Singh, NE Korres, D Rathore, S Sevda, D Pant
    Bioresource Technology 303, 122964 (2020) – 212 citations
  4. Circular economy aspects of lignin: towards a lignocellulose biorefinery
    VK Garlapati, AK Chandel, SPJ Kumar, S Sharma, S Sevda, AP Ingle, …
    Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews 130, 109977 (2020) – 202 citations
  5. Microbial desalination cells as a versatile technology: functions, optimization and prospective
    S Sevda, H Yuan, Z He, IM Abu-Reesh
    Desalination 371, 9-17 (2015) – 169 citations
  6. Bioelectroremediation of perchlorate and nitrate contaminated water: a review
    S Sevda, TR Sreekishnan, N Pous, S Puig, D Pant
    Bioresource Technology 255, 331-339 (2018) – 166 citations
  7. Biohydrogen production from lignocellulosic biomass: technology and sustainability
    A Singh, S Sevda, IM Abu Reesh, K Vanbroekhoven, D Rathore, D Pant
    Energies 8 (11), 13062-13080 (2015) – 160 citations
  8. Characterization and comparison of the performance of two different separator types in air–cathode microbial fuel cell treating synthetic wastewater
    S Sevda, X Dominguez-Benetton, K Vanbroekhoven, TR Sreekrishnan, …
    Chemical Engineering Journal 228, 1-11 (2013) – 114 citations
  9. Effect of salt concentration and mediators in salt bridge microbial fuel cell for electricity generation from synthetic wastewater
    S Sevda, TR Sreekishnan
    Journal of Environmental Science and Health, Part A: Toxic/Hazardous Substances and Environmental Engineering (2012) – 101 citations
  10. Bioelectricity generation from treatment of petroleum refinery wastewater with simultaneous seawater desalination in microbial desalination cells
    S Sevda, IM Abu-Reesh, H Yuan, Z He
    Energy Conversion and Management 141, 101-107 (2017) – 75 citations
  11. Intervention of microfluidics in biofuel and bioenergy sectors: technological considerations and future prospects
    R Banerjee, SPJ Kumar, N Mehendale, S Sevda, VK Garlapati
    Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews 101, 548-558 (2019) – 68 citations
  12. Fermentative Behavior of Saccharomyces Strains During Guava (Psidium Guajava L) Must Fermentation and Optimization of Guava Wine Production
    S Sevda, L Rodrigues
    Journal of Food Processing & Technology (2011) – 62 citations
  13. Multigenic Effects
    V Singh
    Encyclopedia of Animal Cognition and Behavior, 4448-4453 (2022) – 54 citations
  14. The role of biofilm in the development and dissemination of ubiquitous pathogens in drinking water distribution systems: an overview of surveillance, outbreaks, and prevention
    BA Hemdan, GE El-Taweel, P Goswami, D Pant, S Sevda
    World Journal of Microbiology and Biotechnology 37, 1-18 (2021) – 52 citations
  15. Improved petroleum refinery wastewater treatment and seawater desalination performance by combining osmotic microbial fuel cell and up-flow microbial desalination cell
    S Sevda, IM Abu-Reesh
    Environmental Technology 40 (7), 888-895 (2019) – 48 citations
  16. Investigation of CNT/PPy-modified carbon paper electrodes under anaerobic and aerobic conditions for phenol bioremediation in microbial fuel cells
    N Khan, AH Anwer, A Ahmad, S Sabir, S Sevda, MZ Khan
    ACS Omega 5 (1), 471-480 (2019) – 46 citations
  17. Microalgae at niches of bioelectrochemical systems: A new platform for sustainable energy production coupled with industrial effluent treatment
    S Sevda, VK Garlapati, S Sharma, S Bhattacharya, S Mishra, …
    Bioresource Technology Reports 7, 100290 (2019) – 46 citations
  18. The making of pomegranate wine using yeast immobilized on sodium alginate
    SB Sevda, L Rodrigues
    African Journal of Food Science 5 (5), 299-304 (2011) – 43 citations
  19. Extraction and optimization of guava juice by using response surface methodology
    S Surajbhan, A Singh, C Joshi, L Rodrigues
    American Journal of Food Technology 7, 326-339 (2012) – 40 citations
  20. Biofilm formation and electron transfer in bioelectrochemical systems
    S Sevda, S Sharma, C Joshi, L Pandey, N Tyagi, I Abu-Reesh, …
    Environmental Technology Reviews 7 (1), 220-234 (2018) – 35 citations

 

Rong Zhao | Forests | Best Researcher Award

Prof Dr Rong Zhao |  Forests |  Best Researcher Award

Researcher at  Research Institute of Forestry Policy and Information, Chinese Academy of Forestry,  China

Prof. Dr. Rong Zhao is a prominent figure in forestry policy research with extensive contributions to ecological poverty reduction and rural revitalization. She leads the Research Office of Forestry Economic Theory and Policy and serves as Deputy Director at the Ecological Poverty Alleviation Research Center under the National Forestry and Grassland Administration in China. Dr. Zhao has presided over more than 60 national and international research projects, focusing on forestry economics, ecological protection, and sustainable development. She has published over 100 academic papers and authored 20 books, including works on forestry industry policies and ecological poverty alleviation.

Publication profile:

🎓 Academic Background & Leadership:

Prof. Dr. Rong Zhao is a leading figure in forestry research, serving as the Director of the Research Office of Forestry Economic Theory and Policy and the Deputy Director of the Ecological Poverty Alleviation Research Center at the National Forestry and Grassland Administration. She is also a council member and editor for multiple forestry societies and journals.

🌍 Research Focus:

Her research spans forestry economic theory, ecological poverty alleviation, and rural revitalization. Prof. Zhao has led over 60 projects funded by national and international agencies, published more than 100 papers, and authored 20 books on topics like forestry policy and ecological poverty reduction.

🏆 Awards & Contributions:

She has received numerous honors, including the Leung Hsi Forestry Science and Technology Award and the Distinguished Thesis Award. Her work significantly impacts forestry policy formulation, sustainable development, and ecological protection.

🤝 Collaborations & Memberships:

Prof. Zhao has demonstrated strong collaboration skills by chairing international cooperation projects and working with global experts. She is a member of several prominent organizations, including the China Society of Rural Development and the China Society of Forestry Economics.

🔍 Research Areas:

  • Forestry Economic Theory & Policy
  • Ecological Poverty Reduction
  • Forestry Industry & Technical Economy
  • Forestry Reform & Development
  • Forestry Finance & Insurance

Publication Top Notes:

  • Does the Comprehensive Commercial Logging Ban Policy in All Natural Forests Affect Farmers’ Income?—An Empirical Study Based on County-Level Data in China
    Forests | 2024-09-16 | DOI: 10.3390/f15091634
  • Can Ecological Protection Affect High-Quality Forestry Development?—A Case Study of China
    Forests | 2024-08-02 | DOI: 10.3390/f15081354
  • An Index System for the Evaluation of the Effectiveness of Forest Ecological Product Value Realization in China
    Forests | 2024-07-16 | DOI: 10.3390/f15071236
  • Logical Relationship of Value Realization of Forest Ecological Products with Reform of Collective Forest Tenure System and Its Path to Achievements
    World Forestry Research | 2024-07-12
  • Development Status and Implications of Climate-smart Forestry
    World Forestry Research | 2024-06-20
  • Application of Blockchain Technology in Forestry
    World Forestry Research | 2024-03-30
  • Sustainable Forest Development in the Digital Era: The Impact of Internet Use on the Happiness of Forest Farmers’ Families in Ecologically Fragile Ethnic Areas of China
    Forests | 2024-03-20 | DOI: 10.3390/f15030564
  • The Impact and Mechanism of Digital Villages on Agricultural Resilience in Ecologically Fragile Ethnic Areas: Evidence from China’s Provinces
    Agriculture | 2024-01-30 | DOI: 10.3390/agriculture14020221
  • Pathways to Realizing the Value of Forest Carbon in China from the Perspective of “Forests-Carbon Market-Socioeconomics” System
    World Forestry Research | 2023-11-07
  • A Preliminary Evaluation of the Effectiveness of Ecological Product Value Realization in China Based on the DPSIR Model
    Sustainability | 2023-11-02 | DOI: 10.3390/su152115572
  • The Practical Logic of Ecological Product Value Realization: A Study of Grounded Theory
    Journal of Natural Resources | 2023-10-13

 

Anwar Adem | Land | Best Researcher Award

Assist Prof Dr Anwar Adem |  Land  |  Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor of Hydrology and Water Resources at  Bahir Dar University, Ethiopia

Dr. Anwar Adem holds a B.Sc. in Meteorology from Arba Minch University and M.Sc. and Ph.D. degrees in Hydrology and Integrated Water Management from Bahir Dar University. His expertise extends to hydrology, GIS, remote sensing, data science, and machine learning. Dr. Adem has contributed significantly to meteorology and water resource engineering, with extensive experience through various roles including a meteorologist at the National Meteorological Institute of Ethiopia and a senior water resource engineer at Competence Design and Supervision Works Enterprise.

Profile:

🔬 Research and Innovations:

Dr. Adem’s research focuses on climatological and hydrological studies, water quality monitoring, land and water management, and GIS applications. Key projects include:

  • 2024: Hydro(Agro)-Meteorological Drought Monitoring (French Ministry of Europe and Foreign Affairs)
  • 2024: SESWME Project for Soil and Water Management (German Ministry of Research and Education)
  • 2023: Effects of Soil and Water Conservation Practices (Global Minds Research Fellowship, University of Ghent)

📈 Citation Index:

  • SCI: 383 Citations, h-index 9
  • Scopus: 538 Citations, h-index 12
  • ResearchGate: 820 Citations, h-index 14
  • Google Scholar: 890 Citations, h-index 14

🏆 Awards and Fellowships:

  • MOPGA Visiting Fellowship Award
  • Coimbra Group Research Fellowship
  • Global Minds Research Fellowship
  • USAID – ILSSI Project Fellowship
  • CARE Ethiopian Fund for SWEEP Project

Publication Top Notes:

  • Assessment of Soil Erosion Using RUSLE, GIS, and Remote Sensing in NW Ethiopia
    M Zerihun, MS Mohammedyasin, D Sewnet, AA Adem, M Lakew
    Geoderma Regional, 12, 83-90 (2018)
    188 Citations
  • Comparison of Rainfall Estimations by TRMM 3B42, MPEG, and CFSR with Ground-Observed Data for the Lake Tana Basin in Ethiopia
    AW Worqlul, B Maathuis, AA Adem, SS Demissie, S Langan, …
    Hydrology and Earth System Sciences, 18 (12), 4871-4881 (2014)
    166 Citations
  • Impact of Climate Change on Streamflow Hydrology in Headwater Catchments of the Upper Blue Nile Basin, Ethiopia
    AW Worqlul, YT Dile, EK Ayana, J Jeong, AA Adem, T Gerik
    Water, 10 (2), 120 (2018)
    105 Citations
  • Identification of Erosion Hotspot Area Using GIS and MCE Technique for Koga Watershed in the Upper Blue Nile Basin, Ethiopia
    TT Assefa, MK Jha, SA Tilahun, E Yetbarek, AA Adem, A Wale
    American Journal of Environmental Sciences, 11 (4), 245 (2015)
    59 Citations
  • Climate Change Impact on Sediment Yield in the Upper Gilgel Abay Catchment, Blue Nile Basin, Ethiopia
    AA Adem, SA Tilahun, EK Ayana, AW Worqlul, TT Assefa, SB Dessu, …
    Landscape Dynamics, Soils and Hydrological Processes in Varied Climates, 615-644 (2016)
    47 Citations
  • Evaluating InVEST Model for Estimating Soil Loss and Sediment Export in Data Scarce Regions of the Abbay (Upper Blue Nile) Basin: Implications for Land Managers
    T Gashaw, A Bantider, G Zeleke, T Alamirew, W Jemberu, AW Worqlul, …
    Environmental Challenges, 5, 100381 (2021)
    42 Citations
  • Climate Change Projections in the Upper Gilgel Abay River Catchment, Blue Nile Basin Ethiopia
    AA Adem, AM Melesse, SA Tilahun, SG Setegn, EK Ayana, A Wale, …
    Nile River Basin: Ecohydrological Challenges, Climate Change and … (2014)
    40 Citations
  • Climate Change Impact on Stream Flow in the Upper Gilgel Abay Catchment, Blue Nile Basin, Ethiopia
    AA Adem, SA Tilahun, EK Ayana, AW Worqlul, TT Assefa, SB Dessu, …
    Landscape Dynamics, Soils and Hydrological Processes in Varied Climates, 645-673 (2016)
    33 Citations
  • Identification of Soil Erosion Hot-Spot Areas for Prioritization of Conservation Measures Using the SWAT Model in Ribb Watershed, Ethiopia
    BF Admas, T Gashaw, AA Adem, AW Worqlul, YT Dile, E Molla
    Resources, Environment and Sustainability, 8, 100059 (2022)
    26 Citations
  • Predicting Reference Evaporation for the Ethiopian Highlands
    AA Adem, DW Aynalem, SA Tilahun, TS Steenhuis
    Journal of Water Resource and Protection, 9 (11), 1244-1269 (2017)
    24 Citations
  • Exclosures Improve Degraded Landscapes in the Sub-Humid Ethiopian Highlands: The Ferenj Wuha Watershed
    AA Adem, W Mekuria, Y Belay, SA Tilahun, TS Steenhuis
    Journal of Environmental Management, 270, 110802 (2020)
    22 Citations
  • Spatial and Temporal Variability of Soil Loss in Gully Erosion in Upper Blue Nile Basin, Ethiopia
    A Bogale, D Aynalem, A Adem, W Mekuria, S Tilahun
    Applied Water Science, 10 (5), 1-8 (2020)
    18 Citations
  • Hydrogeology of Volcanic Highlands Affects Prioritization of Land Management Practices
    AA Adem, GG Addis, DW Aynalem, SA Tilahun, W Mekuria, M Azeze, …
    Water, 12 (10), 2702 (2020)
    16 Citations
  • Assessing Digital Soil Inventories for Predicting Streamflow in the Headwaters of the Blue Nile
    AA Adem, YT Dile, AW Worqlul, EK Ayana, SA Tilahun, TS Steenhuis
    Hydrology, 7 (1), 8 (2020)
    15 Citations
  • Assessment of Soil Erosion Using RUSLE, GIS, and Remote Sensing in NW Ethiopia
    M Zerihun, MS Mohammedyasin, D Sewnet, AA Adem, M Lakew
    Geoderma Regional, 12, 83–90 (2018)
    14 Citations
  • Comparison of TRMM, MPEG, and CFSR Rainfall Estimation with the Ground Observed Data for the Lake Tana Basin, Ethiopia
    AW Worqlul, B Maathuis, AA Adem, SS Demissie, S Langan, …
    Hydrology and Earth System Sciences Discuss, 11, 8013-8038 (2014)
    13 Citations
  • Ecological Status as the Basis for the Holistic Environmental Flow Assessment of a Tropical Highland River in Ethiopia
    WB Abebe, SA Tilahun, MM Moges, A Wondie, MG Dersseh, WW Assefa, …
    Water, 13 (14), 1913 (2021)
    10 Citations

 

 

Abdelraouf Ramadan | water management | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Abdelraouf Ramadan | water management | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. of Agricultural Engineering at Cairo University, Egypt

Prof. Dr. Abdelraouf Ramadan is a distinguished Professor of Agricultural Engineering and Water Management at the National Research Centre, Dokki, Giza, Egypt. With extensive expertise in agricultural mechanization, environmental engineering, and water management, he has made significant contributions to the field through both research and practical applications.

Profile:

Educational Background:

  • Ph.D. in Soil and Water Engineering, Cairo University, Egypt (2009)
  • M.Sc. in Agricultural Sciences, Cairo University, Egypt (2003)
  • B.Sc. in Agricultural Sciences, Tanta University, Egypt (1997)
  • Diploma in Remote Sensing and GIS, Ain Shams University, Egypt (2013)
  • Postdoctoral studies on sustainable water management in dry areas, Centre for Ecology and Hydrology, UK (2015)

Professional Experience:

  • Environment and Natural Resources
  • Agricultural Engineering Systems
  • Pressurized and Surface Irrigation Systems
  • Farm Drainage
  • Ground Water Constructions
  • Irrigation and Drainage Systems Design and Operation
  • Pumping and Pumps
  • Surface and Ground Water Hydrology
  • Soil Water Plant Relations
  • Plane Survey
  • Hydraulics
  • Engineering Drawing

Research Interests:

  • Agricultural mechanization
  • Environmental engineering
  • Water management and irrigation systems
  • Sustainable water productivity techniques
  • Remote sensing and GIS in agriculture
  • Use of non-traditional water resources
  • Renewable energy systems in agriculture
  • Soilless and hydroponic farming
  • Green building technology

Awards:

  • Excellence in Research Outputs at the National Research Centre, Egypt (2012, 2013, 2014)
  • Honoring at the Middle East Green Building Summit (2014)
  • Honoring at the Middle East Waste Management Summit (2015)
  • Eksheda Prize for Agricultural Engineering (2017)
  • Best Paper Award from the International Commission on Irrigation and Drainage (2018)
  • Shortlisted for the Newton Prize (2020)

Publication Top Notes:

  • Suliman, A. El-R. E., El-D. Nassr, G., Baiomy, M. A., & Abdelraouf, R. E. (2004). Development of Cutting Knives in Crop Residues Shredder. Modern Technology in Agric. Eng. Researches and Application, The 12th Conference of Miser Society of Agricultural Engineering, 4-5 October 2004, pp. 381-396.
  • Suliman, A. El-R. E., El-D. Nassr, G., Baiomy, M. A., & Abdelraouf, R. E. (2008). Study of Some Engineering Factors Concerning the Performance of the Affecting Tool in Crop Residues Shredder. The 16th Conference of Miser Society of Agricultural Engineering, 7-8 October 2008, pp. 85-101.
  • Bakeer, G. A. A., El-Ebabi, F. G., El-Saidi, M. T., & Abdelraouf, R. E. (2009). Effect of Pulse Drip Irrigation on Yield and Water Use Efficiency of Potato Crop under Organic Agriculture in Sandy Soils. Misr J. Agricultural Engineering, 26(2), pp. 736-765.
  • El-Saidi, M. T., Kassab, O. M., Okasha, S. A., & Abdelraouf, R. E. (2010). Effect of Drip Irrigation Systems, Water Regimes, and Irrigation Frequency on Growth and Quality of Potato under Organic Agriculture in Sandy Soils. Australian Journal of Basic and Applied Sciences, 4(9), pp. 4131-4141.
  • Refaie, K. M., Hassanein, M. K. K., & Abdelraouf, R. E. (2012). Response of Some Cantaloupe Hybrids to Water Stress. New York Science Journal, 5(8). Available at: http://www.sciencepub.net/newyork.
  • Bakry, A. B., Abdelraouf, R. E., Ahmed, M. A., & El Karamany, M. F. (2012). Effect of Drought Stress and Ascorbic Acid Foliar Application on Productivity and Irrigation Water Use Efficiency of Wheat under Newly Reclaimed Sandy Soil. Journal of Applied Sciences Research, 8(8), pp. 4552-4558.
  • Abdelraouf, R. E., & Abuarab, M. E. (2012). Effect of Irrigation Frequency under Hand Move Lateral and Solid Set Sprinkler Irrigation on Water Use Efficiency and Yield of Wheat. Journal of Applied Sciences Research, 8(11), pp. 5445-5458.
  • Abdelraouf, R. E., Refaie, K. M., & Hegab, I. A. (2013). Effect of Drip Lines Spacing and Adding Compost on the Yield and Irrigation Water Use Efficiency of Wheat Grown under Sandy Soil Conditions. Journal of Applied Sciences Research, 9(2), pp. 1116-1125.
  • Hozayn, M., Abd El Monem, A. A., Abdelraouf, R. E., & Abdalla, M. M. (2013). Do Magnetic Water Affect Water Use Efficiency, Quality and Yield of Sugar Beet (Beta Vulgaris L.) Plant Under Arid Regions Conditions? Journal of Agronomy, 34, pp. 1-10.
  • Abdelraouf, R. E., Bakry, A. B., & Taha, M. H. (2013). Effect of Pulse Drip Irrigation and Mulching Systems on Yield, Quality Traits, and Irrigation Water Use Efficiency of Soybean under Sandy Soils Conditions. Agricultural Sciences, 4(5), pp. 249-261.

 

Mingyue Xu | Food Waste | Best Researcher Award

Dr Mingyue Xu | Food Waste |  Best Researcher Award

Student at  University of Science and Technology Beijing China

Dr. Mingyue Xu is currently a student at the University of Science and Technology Beijing, where he is deeply engaged in the field of organic solid waste resources. He holds a master’s degree from the University of Science and Technology Beijing and a doctorate from Tsinghua University. Dr. Xu has made significant contributions to his field, having published 16 papers in reputable journals such as Bioresource Technology and Industrial Crops and Products. His research focuses on composting, biodrying, and organic fertilizer.

Profile:

🎓 Academic Background:

Mingyue Xu holds a master’s degree from the University of Science and Technology Beijing and is currently pursuing a doctorate at Tsinghua University.

🔬 Research Focus:

Mingyue specializes in the field of organic solid waste resources, with a keen interest in composting, biodrying, and organic fertilizers.

Conclusion:

Dr. Mingyue Xu appears to be a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award due to his robust academic background, significant research contributions, involvement in national projects, and the practical impact of his work on organic solid waste resources. His research outputs and innovations in composting and biodrying technologies align well with the award criteria, making him a suitable contender for the Best Researcher Award.

📈 Metrics:

  • Citations: 176
  • Documents: 16
  • h-index: 7

Publication Top Notes:

  • In-situ Utilization of Nitrogen-Rich Wastewater Discharged from a Biotrickling Filter as a Moisture Conditioning Agent for Composting: Insights into Nitrogen Transformation Behavior and Microbial Mechanism
    Authors: Xie, D., Yang, M., Zhang, S., Wang, Q., Liu, S.
    Journal: Bioresource Technology
    Year: 2023
    Volume: 369
    Article Number: 128362
    Citations: 5
  • Biodrying of Biogas Residue: Maturity and Microbial Diversity Assessment
    Authors: Xu, M., Yang, M., Song, N., Wang, Q., Wu, C.
    Journal: Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering
    Year: 2022
    Volume: 10(6)
    Article Number: 108757
    Citations: 5
  • Bioconversion of Biowaste into Renewable Energy and Resources: A Sustainable Strategy
    Authors: Xu, M., Yang, M., Sun, H., Wang, Q., Wu, C.
    Journal: Environmental Research
    Year: 2022
    Volume: 214
    Article Number: 113929
    Citations: 27
  • In-situ Utilization of Nitrogen-Rich Wastewater Discharged from a Biotrickling Filter as a Moisture Conditioning Agent for Composting: Effect of Nitrogen Composition
    Authors: Xie, D., Yang, M., Xu, M., Wang, Q., Liu, S.
    Journal: Bioresource Technology
    Year: 2022
    Volume: 362
    Article Number: 127828
    Citations: 6
  • Role of Multistage Inoculation on the Co-Composting of Food Waste and Biogas Residue
    Authors: Xu, M., Yang, M., Sun, H., Wang, Q., Wu, C.
    Journal: Bioresource Technology
    Year: 2022
    Volume: 361
    Article Number: 127681
    Citations: 27
  • Biodrying of Biogas Residue through a Thermophilic Bacterial Agent Inoculation: Insights into Dewatering Contribution and Microbial Mechanism
    Authors: Xu, M., Sun, H., Yang, M., Wang, Q., Wu, C.
    Journal: Bioresource Technology
    Year: 2022
    Volume: 355
    Article Number: 127256
    Citations: 29