Raju Krishnamoorthy | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

Dr Raju Krishnamoorthy |  Environmental Science |  Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor at  Jamal Mohamed College,  India

Dr. R. Krishnamoorthy, M.Sc., M.Phil., Ph.D., P.G.D.C.A., D.C.S. is an accomplished Assistant Professor in the Department of Zoology at Jamal Mohamed College, Tiruchirappalli, India, where he has been serving since 2016. With extensive teaching and research experience, he has previously held academic positions at Bharathidasan University, Periyar E.V.R. College, and other institutions. His research expertise spans radiation ecology, thermal ecology, biomonitoring of aquatic pollution, water quality assessment, fish stock evaluation, plankton studies, and environmental microbiology.

Profile:

🎓 Academic and Research Career:

Dr. R. Krishnamoorthy is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Zoology at Jamal Mohamed College, Trichy, since 2016. With a rich academic background, he has also served as a lecturer in prestigious institutions, including Bharathidasan University and Periyar E.V.R. College.

🔬 Research Focus & Contributions:

His research expertise spans:
✔️ Radiation Ecology & Thermal Ecology
✔️ Biomonitoring of Aquatic Pollution
✔️ Fish Stock Assessment & Plankton Studies
✔️ Environmental Microbiology

He has played a key role as a Junior and Senior Research Fellow (JRF & SRF) in a major project funded by the Department of Atomic Energy, Government of India, assessing the biological impact of thermal outfall on water quality. His Ph.D. work contributed to Thermal Ecological Studies (TES) at BARC-F, IGCAR, and Kalpakkam Atomic Power Station.

🏆 Awards & Recognitions:

Har Gobind Khorana Best Young Scientist Award (2012-13)
DST Young Scientist Award (2015) – Department of Science and Technology, Govt. of India
Outstanding Researcher in Environmental Science-Radiation Award (2018) – RULA, India & Malaysia
Best Researcher Award (2019) – VD Good Professional Association
Distinguished Senior Faculty Award in Zoology (2019) – William Research Center, India

📚 Research Grants & Supervision:

💰 Principal Investigator – DST-funded research on Industrial Pollution & Bioaccumulation of Radionuclides in Pulicat Lagoon (₹31 Lakhs, 2016-2020).
🎓 Supervised 4 Ph.D. and 17 M.Phil. scholars.

🌍 Professional Memberships & Editorial Roles:

📌 Life Member of Indian Association for Radiation Protection, Eurasia Research, Tamil Nadu Science Forum, and more.
📌 Member of International Society of Zoological Sciences, China.
📌 Editorial & Review Board Member in Global Journal of Marine Sciences, Journal of Science and Healthcare Exploration, etc.

🏛️ Academic Leadership & Contributions:

🔹 Board of Studies Member for Biotechnology & Zoology at multiple universities.
🔹 External Subject Expert for research fellow selection under RUSA 2.0.
🔹 DBT Star College Scheme Coordinator (2020-2023) for Zoology at Jamal Mohamed College.
🔹 Actively involved in curriculum development, examination committees, and scientific congresses.

Publication Top Notes:

1️⃣ Estimation of ²¹⁰Po and ²¹⁰Pb and Its Dose to Human Beings Due to Consumption of Marine Species of Ennore Creek, South India
📖 Environmental Monitoring and Assessment (2012)

2️⃣ Hepatoprotective Efficacy of Hypnea muciformis Ethanolic Extract on CCl₄ Induced Toxicity in Rats
📖 Brazilian Archives of Biology and Technology (2012)

3️⃣ Assessment of Sustainable Vermiconversion of Water Hyacinth by Eudrilus eugeniae and Eisenia fetida
📖 Journal of Applied and Natural Science (2013)

4️⃣ Assessment of Committed Effective Dose to Human Beings Due to Consumption of Fishes Collected from Pulicat Lagoon, South East of India
📖 Radiation Protection and Environment (2011)

5️⃣ Bioconversion of Textile Sludge Employing the Earthworm Eisenia fetida and Its Impact on the Growth of Cajanus cajan
📖 International Journal of Nano Corrosion Science and Engineering (2015)

6️⃣ Temperature Effect on Behaviour, Oxygen Consumption, Ammonia Excretion and Tolerance Limit of the Fish Fingerlings of Alepes djidaba
📖 Journal of Environmental Science & Engineering (2008)

7️⃣ A Comparative Study on the Internal Dose Due to Polonium-210 in the Ecosystem of Athangarai Estuary (Palk Strait) and Punnaikayal Estuary (Gulf of Mannar), India
📖 Radiation Protection and Environment (2006)

8️⃣ A Radiological Survey in the Ecosystem of Athangarai Estuary in the Palk Strait
📖 Journal of the Marine Biological Association of India (2006)

9️⃣ A Study on the Naturally Occurring Radionuclides in the Soil Samples of Kozhikode District, Kerala
📖 Journal of Natural Remedies (2021)

🔟 Potential of Distillery Effluents for Safe Water Through Vermifiltration
📖 Journal of Applied & Natural Science (2019)

Sanjida Haque | Sustainability | Best Researcher Award

Dr Sanjida Haque |  Sustainability |  Best Researcher Award

Sustainability Ambassador at  Prince Sultan University,  Saudi Arabia

Dr. Sanjida Haque, PhD, MSc, PGT, BDS, is a distinguished researcher and academic currently serving at Prince Sultan University. Since 2022, she has been actively involved as a Sustainability Ambassador at the Center for Sustainability and Climate, and as a researcher at the Center of Excellence in Cybersecurity. In addition to her research roles, Dr. Haque contributes significantly to the university’s institutional development as a member of the PSU Institutional Review Board (IRB), the SDG publication committee, the Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Ranking Committee, and the QS Star Rating Committee.

Profile:

Academic and Professional Background

Dr. Haque has a robust academic background with a PhD from Universiti Sains Malaysia, a Master’s degree, and a Bachelor of Dental Surgery from the University of Dhaka. Her diverse education is complemented by additional certifications in Sustainable Dentistry and Carbon Literacy, demonstrating her commitment to integrating sustainability into her work.

Research and Teaching Experience

Dr. Haque has extensive research experience in the field of orthodontics, having worked as a Graduate Student Researcher at Universiti Sains Malaysia. Her roles have involved leading research initiatives at Queens Hospital in Bangladesh and currently at Prince Sultan University in Saudi Arabia. This diverse experience has equipped her with a deep understanding of both academic and practical aspects of dental research and healthcare sustainability.

Sustainability Focus

As a Sustainability Ambassador at the Center for Sustainability and Climate, Dr. Haque’s work is aligned with global priorities. Her involvement in committees such as the PSU Institutional Review Board (IRB), SDG publication committee, Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Ranking Committee, and QS Star Rating Committee highlights her active participation in initiatives that drive sustainability and institutional excellence.

Research Contributions

Dr. Haque’s research has covered a wide range of topics, including:

  • Sustainability in Dentistry and Healthcare
  • Dental arch relationship analysis in cleft lip and palate patients
  • Cephalometric analysis in orthodontic patients
  • Conversion of plaster dental casts to 3D digital models

Her contributions are not only innovative but also practical, aiming to improve patient outcomes and integrate sustainable practices in dentistry.

Professional Impact

Dr. Haque’s involvement in multiple high-impact committees and her role in driving research and innovation at Prince Sultan University reflect her leadership and influence in the academic community. Her work on sustainability and healthcare has the potential to make significant contributions to both fields.

Conclusion

Dr. Sanjida Haque’s comprehensive research background, her focus on sustainability, and her active role in advancing academic and practical knowledge make her a suitable and strong candidate for the Research for Best Researcher Award. Her contributions have the potential to impact not only the academic community but also the broader field of healthcare, promoting sustainable practices and improved patient care.

Publication Top Notes:

  • Saudi dental students’ perceptions on sustainable development goals and sustainable dental practice
    BDJ Open, 2024, 10(1), 40
    Haque, S., Nurunnabi, M., Haque, T.
  • Attitude Towards Sustainability in Dentistry: The Evidence From Riyadh City, Saudi Arabia
    International Dental Journal, 2024, 74(4), pp. 884–891
    Haque, S., Nurunnabi, M., Akhter, F., Bianoony, A.A.M.
  • The Assessment of 3D Digital Models Using GOSLON Yardstick Index: Exploring Confounding Factors Responsible for Unfavourable Treatment Outcome in Multi-Population Children With UCLP
    Frontiers in Pediatrics, 2021, 9, 646830
    Haque, S., Khamis, M.F., Alam, M.K., Wan Ahmad, A.W.M.
  • Sagittal Jaw Relationship of Different Types of Cleft and Non-cleft Individuals
    Frontiers in Pediatrics, 2021, 9, 651951
    Alam, M.K., Alfawzan, A.A., Haque, S., Jamayet, N.B., Siddiqui, A.A.
  • An Investigation of Three-Dimensional Maxillary Arch Morphometry of Children With Unilateral Cleft Lip and Palate
    Journal of Craniofacial Surgery, 2021, 32(3), pp. 964–966
    Haque, S., Khamis, M.F., Alam, M.K., Ahmad, W.M.A.W.
  • Paederus dermatitis: A severe reaction to charlie’s kiss
    Bangladesh Journal of Medical Science, 2021, 20(2), pp. 459–462
    Rashid, F., Haque, S., Farook, T.H., Alam, M.K., Jamayet, N.B.
  • Effects of Multiple Factors on Treatment Outcome in the Three-Dimensional Maxillary Arch Morphometry of Children With Unilateral Cleft Lip and Palate
    Journal of Craniofacial Surgery, 2020, 31(6), pp. E534–E538
    Haque, S., Khamis, M.F., Alam, M.K., Ahmad, W.M.A.W.
  • Traumatic ulcerative granuloma with stromal eosinophilia of tongue
    International Medical Journal, 2020, 27(4), pp. 493–494
    Rahman, S.A., Xuan, K.H., Haque, S., Alam, M.K.
  • Bacterial colonization and dental implants: A microbiological study
    Pesquisa Brasileira em Odontopediatria e Clinica Integrada, 2020, 20, pp. 1–9, e4979
    Manaf, J.B.A., Rahman, S.A., Haque, S., Alam, M.K.
  • Soft tissue cephalometric measurements among Malaysian Malays and Chinese
    Pesquisa Brasileira em Odontopediatria e Clinica Integrada, 2020, 20, pp. 1–8, e4978
    Noor, N.F.M., Basri, R., Alam, M.K., Hao, M.S.J., Talib, M.A.