Yanjun Chai | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Yanjun Chai | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

Deputy Director of the Department of Environmental Engineering at  Zhejiang University of Science and Technology,  China

Dr. Yanjun Chai is an Associate Professor and Ph.D. supervisor at the Department of Environmental Engineering, Zhejiang University of Science and Technology, where he also serves as Deputy Director and Party Branch Secretary. He holds a Ph.D. from the Institute of Agricultural Environment and Sustainable Development, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences.

Profile:

🔬 Research Focus:

🌾 Farmland Restoration & ♻️ Agricultural Waste Utilization
Specializes in the improvement and restoration of degraded and polluted farmland, and the resource-efficient use of agricultural waste.

🎓 Academic Background & Role:

  • PhD from the Institute of Agricultural Environment and Sustainable Development, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences

  • Postgraduate supervisor, Secretary of the Party Branch, and Deputy Director of the Department

📊 Research & Projects:

  • Led 20+ major projects, including:

    • Zhejiang Province Public Welfare Programs

    • Farmland nitrogen/phosphorus loss monitoring by the Ministry of Agriculture

  • Participated in 5 national/provincial key R&D programs

📚 Publications & Innovation:

  • 50+ papers (including 15 SCI and 4 EI indexed)

  • 1 academic monograph

  • 5 authorized invention patents

  • Co-developed 5 agricultural and local standards related to biogas slurry

🏅 Awards & Honors:

  • 🥇 First Prize – China Construction Enterprise Management Association

  • 🥈 Second Prize – Hubei Province Scientific & Technological Progress

  • 🥈 Second Prize – China Electric Power Engineering

  • Established the Quzhou Doctor Innovation Workstation and the Quzhou Rural Revitalization Expert Workstation

Publication Top Notes:

  1. Effects of Different Types of Biochar Application on Dryland Yellow-Red Soil Fertility
    Zhou Yuan Lin, Jianfeng Jiang, Wenbin Tong
    Published in: Nongye Gongcheng Xuebao / Transactions of the Chinese Society of Agricultural Engineering, 2025

  2. Investigation of High-Risk Antibiotic Resistance Bacteria and Their Associated Antibiotic Resistance Genes in Different Agricultural Soils With Biogas Slurry From China
    Yi Lu, Junhui Wu, Jiwei Li, Guanyu Zheng, Shengdao Shan
    Published in: Journal of Hazardous Materials, 2024

 

Adugna Nigatu Alene | Environmental remediation | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Adugna Nigatu Alene |  Environmental remediation | Best Researcher Award

Lecturer at Bahir Dar University,  Ethiopia

Adugna Nigatu Alene is a Lecturer at Bahir Dar University, Ethiopia, with an MSc in Organic Chemistry. His research centers on sustainable materials, including bio-sorbents, nanocatalysts, and biodegradable films. With extensive hands-on experience in material characterization techniques (UV-Vis, FTIR, SEM, XRD, TGA, BET, CV), Adugna’s work contributes to environmental remediation, energy sustainability, and green chemistry. He has co-authored over a dozen peer-reviewed publications and received multiple innovation awards, including the 2024 Sustainable and Affordable Energy Award by TotalEnergies. Beyond academia, he is active in community outreach, offering training on pesticide safety and supporting local education initiatives.

Profile:

🎓 Education:

  • MSc in Organic Chemistry (1st Honors), Bahir Dar University – 2018

  • BSc in Chemistry (Very Great Distinction), Ambo University – 2013

🧪 Research & Expertise:

Adugna specializes in organic synthesis, nanomaterials, biodegradable films, and bio-sorbents. His research aims to tackle global challenges in environmental remediation, drug discovery, and sustainable energy. He is skilled in materials characterization using UV-Vis, FTIR, SEM, XRD, TGA, BET, and CV techniques.

🧑‍🏫 Academic Roles:

  • Lecturer, Chemical Engineering Dept., Bahir Dar University (Since 2020)

  • Former Lecturer, Chemistry Dept., Woldia University

  • Technical roles in lab support and instruction from 2015 onward

🏆 Awards & Recognition:

  • 🥇 Power’Up Energy Award, TotalEnergies (2024)

  • 🥈 Bruh Ethiopia 2024 Business Idea Award

  • 🏅 Tatariwochu-Awash Bank Entrepreneurship Winner (2023)

🤝 Community Engagement:

  • Pesticide safety training for farmers 🌿

  • Chemical disposal consultation for EFDA 🧪

  • Lab setup support for schools 🏫

  • COVID-19 sanitizer production & free tutorials during weekends 🧼📘

📊 Citation Metrics:

  • Citations: 394 (since 2020: 393)

  • h-index: 7

  • i10-index: 6

Publication Top Notes:

  • Adsorptive Removal of Malachite Green Dye From Aqueous Solution Onto Activated Carbon of Catha edulis Stem as a Low-Cost Bio-Adsorbent

  • A Comparative Study of Acidic, Basic, and Reactive Dyes Adsorption From Aqueous Solution Onto Kaolin Adsorbent: Effect of Operating Parameters, Isotherms, Kinetics, and Thermodynamics

  • Bioadsorption of Basic Blue Dye From Aqueous Solution Onto Raw and Modified Waste Ash as Economical Alternative Bioadsorbent

  • Adsorptive Removal of Basic Green Dye From Aqueous Solution Using Humic Acid Modified Magnetite Nanoparticles: Kinetics, Equilibrium and Thermodynamic Studies

  • Utilization of a Novel Low-Cost Gibto (Lupinus albus) Seed Peel Waste for the Removal of Malachite Green Dye: Equilibrium, Kinetic, and Thermodynamic Studies

  • Biodegradable Film From Mango Seed Kernel Starch Using Pottery Clay as Filler

  • Cereal-Based Traditional Beverage of Tella Residue (Attela) as a Green Organic Pollutant Sorbent for Methylene Blue Dye Removal: Equilibrium, Kinetics, and Thermodynamic Studies

  • A Highly Stable Silver Nanoparticle Loaded Magnetic Nanocomposite as a Recyclable Catalyst

  • Studies on the Effects of Extracts of Fresh Khat/Catha edulis Leaves on the Oxidation of Niger Seed Oil

  • Development of Biodegradable Film From Cactus (Opuntia ficus-indica) Mucilage Loaded With Acid-Leached Kaolin as Filler

  • Effect of Justicia schimperiana (Acanthaceae) Roots Extract on Blood Glucose Level and Lipid Profiles in Streptozotocin-Induced Diabetic Mice

  • Nutraceutical, Phytochemical, and Antioxidant Activities of Selected Wild Edible Fruits as Natural Foods

  • Nanocatalytic Reductive Removal of Congo-Red Dye Using Boron-Loaded Cobalt Oxide Nanocomposites From Aqueous Solutions

  • Enhanced Electrochemical Activity of Boron-Doped Cobalt Oxide Nanoparticles Towards Supercapacitor Application

 

Elias Charles Nyanza | Environmental | Best Academic Researcher Award

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

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

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

Profile:

🎓 Academic Background:

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

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

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

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

🏆 Awards & Recognition:

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

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

  • Community Health Sciences Achievement Award (2017, 2019)

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

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

💼 Professional Expertise:

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

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

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

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

Citations:

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

Publication Top Notes:

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

 

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

 

Yi Wang | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

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Dr Yi Wang | Environmental Science |  Best Researcher Award

Assistant Agricultural Scientist at  Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station, United States

Dr. Yi Wang is an Assistant Scientist in the Department of Analytical Chemistry at the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station. He earned his Ph.D. in Chemistry from the University of Texas at El Paso in 2020 and holds a B.S. in Chemistry from the University of Science and Technology of China.

Profile:

🎓 Education:

  • Ph.D. in Chemistry (2020) – University of Texas at El Paso
  • B.S. in Chemistry (2012) – University of Science and Technology of China

👨‍🔬 Professional Experience:

  • Assistant Scientist (2022–Present) – Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station
  • Postdoctoral Scientist (2020–2022) – Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station
  • Research & Graduate Assistant (2015–2020) – University of Texas at El Paso

🌱 Research Focus:

Dr. Wang specializes in the application of nanotechnology in agriculture, enhancing crop nutrition, disease resistance, and environmental safety. His work also explores the interactions between nanomaterials and plants, using advanced analytical techniques to improve agrochemical formulations and assess the impact of contaminants like PFAS and microplastics.

🏆 Research Grants & Projects:

  • PI: USDA NIFA AFRI-funded research on agro-nanomaterials ($299,541)
  • Co-PI: Nanoparticle-based crop disease management ($729,000)
  • Collaborator on multiple high-impact projects totaling millions in research funding

📚 Professional Contributions:

  • Editorial Board Member: ACS Agricultural Science and Technology, Plant Nano Biology, Agronomy
  • Reviewer: Top-tier journals like Environmental Science & Technology, Soil Biology & Biochemistry, and Scientific Reports
  • USDA-NIFA Proposal Panel Reviewer

🏅 Honors & Awards:

  • Sustainable Nanotechnology Organization (SNO) Student Award (2018)
  • University of California CEIN Travel Award (2019)
  • Dodson Research Grant (2021)

🎓 Teaching & Mentorship:

  • Taught General Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, and Inorganic Chemistry at the University of Texas at El Paso
  • Mentor for Yale Conservation Scholars Program (2022, 2024)

🌍 Community Engagement:

  • Judge at Sigma Xi Student Research Conference
  • Presenter & Committee Member at Plant Science Day Events

Citations:

Citations: 1,099 (1,063 since 2020)
h-index: 21 (20 since 2020)
i10-index: 31 (30 since 2020)

Publication Top Notes:

  • Improvement of Nutrient Elements and Allicin Content in Green Onion (Allium fistulosum) Plants Exposed to CuO Nanoparticles
  • Copper Nanowires as Nanofertilizers for Alfalfa Plants: Understanding Nano-Bio Systems Interactions from Microbial Genomics, Plant Molecular Responses, and Spectroscopic Studies
  • Foliar Exposure of Cu(OH)₂ Nanopesticide to Basil (Ocimum basilicum): Variety-Dependent Copper Translocation and Biochemical Responses
  • Bok Choy (Brassica rapa) Grown in Copper Oxide Nanoparticles-Amended Soils Exhibits Toxicity in a Phenotype-Dependent Manner: Translocation, Biodistribution, and Nutritional Impact
  • Copper Oxide (CuO) Nanoparticles Affect Yield, Nutritional Quality, and Auxin-Associated Gene Expression in Weedy and Cultivated Rice (Oryza sativa L.) Grains
  • Enhancing Agrichemical Delivery and Plant Development with Biopolymer-Based Stimuli-Responsive Core–Shell Nanostructures
  • Evaluation of the Effects of Nanomaterials on Rice (Oryza sativa L.) Responses: Underlining the Benefits of Nanotechnology for Agricultural Applications
  • Factors Affecting Fate and Transport of Engineered Nanomaterials in Terrestrial Environments
  • Therapeutic Delivery of Nanoscale Sulfur to Suppress Disease in Tomatoes: In Vitro Imaging and Orthogonal Mechanistic Investigation
  • Effects of Different Surface-Coated nTiO₂ on Full-Grown Carrot Plants: Impacts on Root Splitting, Essential Elements, and Ti Uptake
  • Growth, Gas Exchange, and Mineral Nutrients of Ornamental Grasses Irrigated with Saline Water
  • Unlocking the Potential of Nano-Enabled Precision Agriculture for Efficient and Sustainable Farming
  • Soil and Foliar Exposure of Soybean (Glycine max) to Cu: Nanoparticle Coating-Dependent Plant Responses
  • Impact of Engineered Nanomaterials on Rice (Oryza sativa L.): A Critical Review of Current Knowledge
  • Lignin Nanoparticles as Delivery Systems to Facilitate Translocation of Methoxyfenozide in Soybean (Glycine max)
  • Metabolomic Analysis Reveals Dose-Dependent Alteration of Maize (Zea mays L.) Metabolites and Mineral Nutrient Profiles Upon Exposure to Zerovalent Iron Nanoparticles
  • Engineering Climate-Resilient Rice Using a Nanobiostimulant-Based “Stress Training” Strategy
  • Differential Physiological and Biochemical Impacts of Nano vs. Micron Cu at Two Phenological Growth Stages in Bell Pepper (Capsicum annuum) Plants
  • Surface-Coated Sulfur Nanoparticles Suppress Fusarium Disease in Field-Grown Tomato: Increased Yield and Nutrient Biofortification
  • Soil-Aged Nano Titanium Dioxide Effects on Full-Grown Carrot: Dose- and Surface-Coating-Dependent Improvements on Growth and Nutrient Quality

 

 

Marley Nunes Vituri Toloi | Environmental Impacts | Excellence in Research

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

Administradora at  Institute Of Financial Management Training And Research, Brazil

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

 

Publication Profile

🎓 Academic Background:

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

💼 Professional Experience:

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

🌟 Key Interests:

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

Publication Top Note:

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

 

Surajbhan Sevda | Environmental Biotechnology | Best Researcher Award

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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
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Lyndon Sackey | Environmental Protection | Best Researcher Award

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Dr Lyndon Sackey |  Environmental Protection |  Best Researcher Award

Lecturer at  Kwame Nkrumah University of Science ,  Ghana

 

Lyndon Nii Adjiri Sackey is a dedicated Environmental Scientist with a strong commitment to ethical and professional standards. Combining expertise in laboratory technology and environmental management, he integrates practical experience with rigorous academic research.

Profile:

Education:

  • Ph.D. in Environmental Chemistry and Technology (Ecotoxicology), University of Chemistry and Technology, Prague, Czech Republic (2017-2020)
  • MSc. in Public Administration (Regional Development and Governance), University of Pardubice, Pardubice, Czech Republic (2015-2017)
  • MSc. in Environmental Science, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science & Technology (KNUST), Kumasi, Ghana (2010-2013)
  • BSc. (Hons) in Environmental Science, University of Cape Coast (UCC), Cape Coast, Ghana (2003-2007)

Professional Experience:

  • Lecturer, Department of Environmental Science, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), Accra, Ghana (July 2021-Present)
    • Teaching undergraduate and postgraduate students
    • Research on waste management, ecotoxicology, water quality assessment, risk management, and bioremediation
    • Community service
  • PhD Student and Research Assistant, University of Chemistry and Technology, Prague (Feb 2017-Dec 2020)
    • Assisted in teaching and research on ecotoxicology, focusing on wood leachates and constructional waste
    • Managed the ecotoxicity laboratory and prepared project proposals
  • Guest PhD Student, Vrije University, Amsterdam, Netherlands (June-Sep 2018)
    • Studied the toxicity of microplastics on soil invertebrates
  • Assistant Operations Manager, Waste Landfills Company Ltd, Accra, Ghana (Mar 2015-Nov 2015)
    • Managed operations and prepared tender documents
  • Landfill Supervisor, Zoomlion Ghana Ltd, Accra, Ghana (Nov 2008-Feb 2015)
    • Monitored landfill operations and leachate quality
  • Laboratory Analyst, Ghana Water Company Ltd and Kinapharma Ghana Ltd (2004-2003)
    • Conducted water and drug analyses and managed laboratory operations

Research Experience:

  • 2023-Present: Feasibility study and value chain assessment of recyclables in the solid waste stream in Ashanti Region
  • 2022: Quality assessment of sewage sludge and the use of plant powders on maize weevil
  • 2020: Ecotoxicological impact of wood leachates
  • Ph.D. Research: Ecotoxicological impact of wood leachates on aquatic environments

Research Focus:

Lyndon Nii Adjiri Sackey, Ph.D., focuses on several critical areas within environmental protection, including:

  1. Ecotoxicology: Dr. Sackey’s research investigates the toxic effects of environmental pollutants, such as wood leachates and microplastics, on aquatic and soil organisms. His work aims to understand how these contaminants impact ecosystems and to develop strategies for mitigating their effects.
  2. Waste Management: He explores various aspects of waste management, including the assessment of waste quality, recycling processes, and the environmental impact of waste materials. His studies involve evaluating the effectiveness of waste treatment methods and improving waste management practices.
  3. Water Quality Assessment: Dr. Sackey assesses the quality of water in different environments, such as wastewater treatment plants and natural water bodies. His research focuses on identifying contaminants and evaluating their effects on water ecosystems.
  4. Bioremediation: He investigates the use of biological processes to remove or neutralize contaminants from the environment. This includes studying the potential of plant powders and other natural agents to control pests and improve soil health.
  5. Risk Assessment and Management: Dr. Sackey assesses environmental risks associated with various pollutants and waste products. His work aims to develop strategies for managing and mitigating these risks to protect human health and the environment.

Dr. Sackey’s research contributes to advancing knowledge in environmental protection and developing effective solutions for managing environmental challenges.

 

Citations:

  • Total Citations: 247
  • Citations Since 2019: 241
  • h-index: 7
  • h-index Since 2019: 7
  • i10-index: 7
  • i10-index Since 2019: 6

Publication Top Notes:

  • “Exploring the impacts of microplastics and associated chemicals in the terrestrial environment–Exposure of soil invertebrates to tire particles”
    • Authors: S. Selonen, A. Dolar, A.J. Kokalj, L.N.A. Sackey, T. Skalar, V.C. Fernandes, et al.
    • Journal: Environmental Research
    • Year: 2021
    • Citations: 58
    • Summary: This study investigates the effects of microplastics and tire particles on soil invertebrates, highlighting the broader implications of microplastic pollution in terrestrial ecosystems.
  • “Ecotoxicological effects on Lemna minor and Daphnia magna of leachates from differently aged landfills of Ghana”
    • Authors: L.N.A. Sackey, V. Kočí, C.A.M. van Gestel
    • Journal: Science of the Total Environment
    • Year: 2020
    • Citations: 50
    • Summary: This research evaluates the ecotoxicological impacts of leachates from landfills of various ages on aquatic plants and organisms, providing insights into the long-term effects of landfill leachates on the environment.
  • “A review of the principles of composting: understanding the processes, methods, merits, and demerits”
    • Authors: E.E.Y. Amuah, B. Fei-Baffoe, L.N.A. Sackey, N.B. Douti, R.W. Kazapoe
    • Journal: Organic Agriculture
    • Year: 2022
    • Citations: 27
    • Summary: This review article explores composting principles, including processes, methods, advantages, and disadvantages, contributing to a better understanding of composting as a waste management technique.
  • “Environmental impact of concrete and concrete-based construction waste leachates”
    • Authors: K.A. Mocová, L.N.A. Sackey, P. Renkerová
    • Journal: IOP Conference Series: Earth and Environmental Science
    • Year: 2019
    • Citations: 23
    • Summary: This paper assesses the environmental impacts of leachates from concrete and construction waste, focusing on their effects on the environment.
  • “Assessment of the quality of leachate at Sarbah landfill site at Weija in Accra”
    • Authors: L.N.A. Sackey, K. Meizah
    • Journal: Journal of Environmental Chemistry and Ecotoxicology
    • Year: 2015
    • Citations: 18
    • Summary: The study examines the quality of leachate from a specific landfill site, providing data on the contamination levels and potential environmental risks.
  • “Multivariate studies and heavy metal pollution in soil from gold mining area”
    • Authors: O. Akoto, S. Yakubu, L.A. Ofori, N. Bortey-Sam, N.O. Boadi, J. Horgah, et al.
    • Journal: Heliyon
    • Year: 2023
    • Citations: 14
    • Summary: This research uses multivariate analysis to study heavy metal pollution in soil from gold mining areas, contributing to the understanding of mining’s environmental impact.
  • “Risk assessment of heavy metals concentration in cereals and legumes sold in the Tamale Aboabo market, Ghana”
    • Authors: A.A. Adam, L.N.A. Sackey, L.A. Ofori
    • Journal: Heliyon
    • Year: 2022
    • Citations: 10
    • Summary: This study assesses the concentration of heavy metals in food sold in a Ghanaian market, evaluating potential health risks associated with heavy metal contamination in agricultural products.