Mojtaba Hadavifar | Environmental Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr Mojtaba Hadavifar |  Environmental Sciences |  Best Researcher Award

Associate professor at  Hakim Sabzevari University, Iran

Mojtaba Hadavifar is a dedicated scholar and expert in environmental sciences, affiliated with Hakim Sabzevari University. He specializes in [insert specific research focus or expertise, if applicable]. With a commitment to advancing sustainable practices, Mojtaba contributes significantly to the academic and scientific community.

Profile:

Education and Training:

  • Ph.D. in Environmental Pollution
    • Department of Environmental Sciences, Faculty of Natural Resources and Marine Sciences, Tarbiat Modares University, Noor, Iran
    • Thesis: Removal of Mercury and Cadmium from Aqueous Solution in Batch and Continuous System by Amino and Thiol Modified Multiwalled Carbon Nanotubes
    • Research Course: Griffith University, Queensland, Brisbane, Australia (2013-2014)
  • M.Sc. in Environmental Engineering
    • Tarbiat Modares University, Noor, Iran (2006-2008)
    • Thesis: Application of Integrated Ozone and Activated Carbon for Decolorization and COD Reduction of Vinasse from Alcohol Distilleries
  • B.Sc. in Environmental Pollution Control Technology
    • Karaj, Iran (2002-2004)
  • Associate Degree in Environmental Sciences Technology
    • Hakim Sabzevari University, Sabzevar, Iran (2000-2002)

Research Areas of Interest:

  • Heavy Metals Removal from Wastewater
  • Biosorption of Heavy Metals
  • Wastewater Treatment (Reactor and Bioreactor Systems)
  • Mass Transfer and Chemical Reaction Engineering
  • Microbial Fuel Cells
  • Renewable Energies
  • Climate Change Assessment

Software Skills:

  • Design of Experiment (DOE)
  • Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • SigmaPlot
  • CS ChemOffice

📊 Citation Metrics:

  • Total Citations: 1,048
  • Citations Since 2020: 677
  • h-index: 11 (all years), 11 (since 2020)
  • i10-index: 12 (all years), 11 (since 2020)

Publication Top Notes:

  • Influence of tailor-made TiO₂/API bentonite nanocomposite on drilling mud performance: Towards enhanced drilling operations
    Applied Clay Science, 199, 105862 (2020) | Citations: 110
  • Investigation of irrigation water requirements for major crops using the CROPWAT model based on climate data
    Water, 14(16), 17 (2022) | Citations: 37
  • Highly sensitive and selective electrochemical sensor for detection of Escherichia coli by using L-cysteine functionalized iron nanoparticles
    Journal of the Electrochemical Society, 166(4), B227 (2019) | Citations: 34
  • Water quality analysis of old and new Phuleli Canal for irrigation purposes in the vicinity of Hyderabad, Pakistan
    Water Practice & Technology, 17(2), 529–536 (2022) | Citations: 29
  • Synthesis of L-cysteine capped silver nanoparticles in acidic media at room temperature and detailed characterization
    Journal of Inorganic and Organometallic Polymers and Materials, 28, 863–870 (2018) | Citations: 20
  • Fabrication of highly sensitive and selective electrochemical sensors for detection of paracetamol by using piroxicam stabilized gold nanoparticles
    Journal of The Electrochemical Society, 164(9), B427 (2017) | Citations: 20
  • Estimation of irrigation water requirement and irrigation scheduling for major crops using the CROPWAT model and climatic data
    Water Practice & Technology, 18(3), 685–700 (2023) | Citations: 18
  • A novel approach for real-time enumeration of Escherichia coli ATCC 47076 in water through high multi-functional engineered nano-dispersible electrode
    Journal of The Electrochemical Society, 168(3), 037514 (2021) | Citations: 17
  • Dual responsive disposable electrode for the enumeration of Escherichia coli in whole blood
    Electroanalysis, 32, 1–10 (2020) | Citations: 17
  • Health and safety assessment in Lakhra coal mines and its mitigation measures
    Iranian Journal of Health, Safety and Environment, 4(3), 775–780 (2017) | Citations: 17

 

Yanli Lei | Environmental | Best Researcher Award

Prof Yanli Lei | Environmental |  Best Researcher Award

Institute of Oceanology, Chinese Academy of Sciences,  China

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

 

Publication Profile

Academic and Professional Background:

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

Key Contributions:

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

Projects and Funding:

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

Recognition and Impact:

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

Publication Top Note:

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

 

Zarmina Gul | Environments | Best Researcher Award

Ms Zarmina Gul | Environments |  Best Researcher Award

Northeast Forestry University, China

Zarmina Gul is a Ph.D. scholar in Biology at Northeast Forestry University, China. She holds a Master’s degree in Botany from the University of Agriculture, Pakistan, with a stellar CGPA of 3.9/4.0. Zarmina has published nine SCI-indexed articles, including a first and corresponding author publication in MDPI Biology. Her research focuses on plant stress physiology, salinity stress, and phytochemistry, with notable projects on Chenopodium quinoa and Moringa oleifera.

 

Publication Profile

🎓 Academic Excellence:

Zarmina Gul is a Ph.D. scholar specializing in Biology with a Master’s in Botany (CGPA: 3.9/4.0) from the University of Agriculture, Pakistan.

🖋️ Research Contributions:

With 9 SCI-indexed publications, including a first and corresponding author article in MDPI Biology, her work spans plant stress physiology, salinity stress, phytochemistry, and medicinal plants. Zarmina has contributed significantly to sustainable agriculture through research on Chenopodium quinoa and Moringa oleifera.

🌟 Achievements:

  • Recipient of three prestigious research awards.
  • Editor at IgMin Research Journal.
  • Reviewer for Physiologia Plantarum and BMC (Plants).
  • Active collaborator with multiple key research laboratories in China.

🤝 Engagements:

Zarmina serves as a Research Fellow at the Pakistan Economic Forum, fostering economic and scientific development.

🏸 Beyond Research:

An international badminton player and recipient of the Best Player Certificate, demonstrating versatility in academia and sports.

🌿 Research Focus Areas:

Abiotic stress tolerance, phytochemistry, plant systematics, ethnobotany, and environmental sciences.

Citation Metrics:

  • Citations: 131 by 127 documents
  • Publications: 9
  • h-index: 6

Publication Top Note:

  • An intelligent solvent-responsive surface molecularly imprinted membrane with switchable adsorption/desorption performance for selective separation of psoralen and recognition mechanism
    Luo, Z., Xu, Y., Tian, M., … Li, C., Zhao, C.
    Industrial Crops and Products, 2024, 207, 117766. (8 Citations)
  • Quality Evaluation of Sanguisorbae Radix via Python-Aided Optimization Fingerprint Chromatography Combined with Quantitative Analysis of Multi-Components by Single Marker
    Gao, Y., Qiao, B., Gul, Z., … Zhao, C., Li, C.
    Chromatographia, 2023, 86(11-12), pp. 717–727. (0 Citations)
  • pH-responsive functionalized surface active ionic liquid as an enhanced medium for efficient extraction and in-situ separation of flavonoids in Vitex negundo L. Leaves
    Cheng, J., Tian, M., Gul, Z., … Zhao, C., Li, C.
    Microchemical Journal, 2023, 193, 109080. (1 Citation)
  • Advances of responsive deep eutectic solvents and application in extraction and separation of bioactive compounds
    Zhang, M., Zhang, Z., Gul, Z., … Zhao, C., Li, C.
    Journal of Separation Science, 2023, 46(15), 2300098. (15 Citations)
  • Effects of Ficus carica L. Water Extract on Taxus cuspidata Sieb. et Zucc. Growth
    Li, Q., Huang, J., Yang, X., … Li, C., Zhao, C.
    Forests, 2023, 14(6), 1213. (2 Citations)
  • Effects of riparian buffer and stream channel widths on ecological indicators in the upper and lower Indus River basins in Pakistan
    Hira, A., Arif, M., Zarif, N., … Xiangyue, L., Yukun, C.
    Frontiers in Environmental Science, 2023, 11, 1113482. (11 Citations)
  • Impacts of Stressors on Riparian Health Indicators in the Upper and Lower Indus River Basins in Pakistan
    Hira, A., Arif, M., Zarif, N., … Liu, X., Cao, Y.
    International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 2022, 19(20), 13239. (7 Citations)
  • An Insight into Abiotic Stress and Influx Tolerance Mechanisms in Plants to Cope in Saline Environments
    Gul, Z., Tang, Z.-H., Arif, M., Ye, Z.
    Biology, 2022, 11(4), 597. (58 Citations)
  • Effects of exogenous calcium on adaptive growth, photosynthesis, ion homeostasis and phenolics of Gleditsia sinensis Lam. Plants under salt stress
    Guo, Y., Liu, Y., Zhang, Y., … Abozeid, A., Tang, Z.-H.
    Agriculture (Switzerland), 2021, 11(10), 978. (29 Citations)

 

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.

 

 

Hemlata Jambhulkar | Environmental | Best Paper Award

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