Surya Sujathan | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Surya Sujathan | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

Post Doctoral Fellow | The Univerisity of Sydney | Australia

Surya Sujathan is an environmental engineer specializing in emerging contaminants, mineral-water processes, and contaminant transport modeling. Their research focuses on the fate and transport of microplastics, heavy metals, and radionuclides in natural and engineered systems, integrating experimental investigations with predictive modeling approaches. They have made significant contributions to understanding uranium mobilization in groundwater, the kinetics of mineral precipitation in contaminated waters, and the behavior of microplastics in soils and wastewater systems. Their work spans laboratory experiments, field investigations, and advanced analytical techniques, including XANES, HRTEM, SEM, XPS, Raman spectroscopy, and nanoparticle tracking, combined with geochemical and transport modeling using software such as Visual Minteq, The Geochemist’s Workbench, and CXTFIT. They have published in high-impact journals and presented at leading international conferences, highlighting the interplay between mineralogical processes and contaminant dynamics. Their academic training encompasses environmental and civil engineering, emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches to water quality, pollutant fate, and sustainable treatment strategies. In addition to research, they have experience in teaching and mentoring across courses in surface water quality modeling, solid-water interfacial processes, hazardous waste management, and computational methods, and have been involved in laboratory instruction and advanced instrumentation analysis. Their work has been recognized with awards for innovative research and early career contributions, reflecting a commitment to advancing the understanding of environmental processes and promoting sustainable solutions to emerging contamination challenges. Overall, their career is characterized by integrating experimental, modeling, and applied approaches to address pressing environmental issues and contribute to safe and sustainable management of water and soil resources. They have 145 citations by 142 documents, with 8 documents and an h-index of 3.

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Sujathan, S., Kniggendorf, A. K., Kumar, A., Roth, B., & Rosenwinkel, K. H. (2017). Heat and bleach: A cost-efficient method for extracting microplastics from return activated sludge. Archives of Environmental Contamination and Toxicology, 73(4), 641–648.

Mohapatra, A. K., Sujathan, S., Ekamparam, A. S. S., & Singh, A. (2021). The role of manganese carbonate precipitation in controlling fluoride and uranium mobilization in groundwater. ACS Earth and Space Chemistry, 5(10), 2700–2714.

Sujathan, S., & Singh, A. (2023). Investigation of potential drivers of elevated uranium prevalence in Indian groundwaters with a unified speciation model. Environmental Science & Technology, 57(5), 1970–1986.

Mathur, M., Choudhary, P., Sujathan, S., Naaz, F., Trenado-Yuste, C., & Malik, A. (2024). A biologically driven model for rural wastewater management: Feasibility and efficiency of algal-bacterial biofilm reactors for combined treatment and algae farming. Frontiers in Water, 6, 1430900.

Ekamparam, A. S. S., Sujathan, S., & Singh, A. (2024). Kinetics of fluorapatite precipitation in fluoride-contaminated water. ACS ES&T Engineering, 4(10), 2370–2380.

Hefang Jing | Soil Hydrodynamics | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Hefang Jing | Soil Hydrodynamics | Best Researcher Award

Professor | North Minzu University | China

Prof. Hefang Jing is a distinguished researcher and academic leader in the field of computational mathematics and hydraulic engineering. He serves as Professor and Director of the Research Institute of Numerical Computation and Engineering Applications at North Minzu University, China. His academic background spans mathematical education, computational mathematics, and hydraulic engineering, providing a strong foundation for his interdisciplinary research. Over his career, he has held teaching positions from lecturer to professor and has undertaken visiting appointments at leading institutions in the UK and China. His research focuses on advanced numerical simulation of turbulent flows, sediment transport, bed deformation in rivers and reservoirs, and soil hydrodynamics. He has published extensively in international journals, with 43 documents, 154 citations by 144 documents, and an h-index of 7. He has led numerous national and regional research projects funded by major foundations, addressing key challenges related to water flow, sediment dynamics, and soil salinization. He has collaborated internationally with scholars in the USA and UK through joint research initiatives. His work has been recognized with multiple distinguished paper awards and science and technology prizes, and he has been honored as a leading talent by national agencies. He has supervised many postgraduate students, contributing to capacity building in his field. In addition to his research achievements, he plays an active role in professional societies, serving as a council member of the Computational Mathematics Branch of the Chinese Mathematical Society and as Standing Director and Secretary-General of the Ningxia Mechanics Society. His contributions have significantly advanced numerical modeling methodologies and their applications to hydraulic and environmental systems.

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Zhang, K., Jing, H.-F., Feng, X.-F., & Jiang, Y.-L. (2022). Numerical investigation of flow structures in multi-sided lid-driven cubic cavities with various ratios by MRT-LBE. Chinese Journal of Physics, 77, 1320–1335.

Dong, J., Li, C., & Jing, H. (2021). Construction and analysis of a class numerical method for solving convection-diffusion equations based on exponential transform and undetermined coefficient method. Journal of Nonlinear and Convex Analysis, 22(7), 1281–1295.

Guo, X., Jing, H., Wang, W., Wu, J., & Zhang, Q. (2021). Experimental study on flow characteristics in a compound open channel with flexible vegetation. IOP Conference Series: Earth and Environmental Science, 697, 012013.

Qiao, Q., Li, C.-G., Jing, H.-F., Huang, L.-X., & Yang, C. (2021). Impact of an artificial chute cutoff on the river morphology and flow structure in Sipaikou area of the Upper Yellow River. Journal of Mountain Science, 18(10), 2717–2730.

Wu, J., Jing, H., Wang, W., & Guo, X. (2021). Investigation of the salinity distribution of the soil along West Main Canal in Ningxia, China. IOP Conference Series: Earth and Environmental Science, 697, 012012.

Armin Abbasi Aghdam | Applied Linguistics | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Armin Abbasi Aghdam | Applied Linguistics | Best Researcher Award

PhD in Applied Linguistics | Yazd University | Iran

Dr. Armin Abbasi Aghdam is a Lecturer in Applied Linguistics at Tabriz University, specializing in English for Academic, Specific, Occupational, and Medical Purposes, discourse analysis, and academic writing. His academic background includes advanced studies in applied linguistics and English language and literature, complemented by extensive professional development in language teaching, pedagogy, research skills, and artificial intelligence through international institutions and platforms. His research focuses on metadiscourse, discourse analysis, academic writing pedagogy, and the linguistic needs of learners in academic and professional contexts. He has contributed to peer-reviewed publications examining diachronic variations of metadiscourse markers, cross-disciplinary metadiscourse in research articles, and the English for Academic Purposes needs of medical students. He has 2 publications, 2 citations, and an h-index of 1. In addition to his research contributions, he serves as a peer reviewer for international journals in applied linguistics and academic writing, actively engaging with the scholarly community to support research quality and dissemination. His academic activities reflect a strong commitment to advancing the understanding of discourse practices in academic and professional communication, promoting effective writing pedagogy, and integrating linguistic insights into educational contexts.

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Abbasi Aghdam, A., Mahdavirad, F., & Rezai, M. J. (2025). Diachronic variations of metadiscourse markers in research articles. Social Sciences & Humanities Open, 11, 101363.

Abbasi Aghdam, A., & Mahdavirad, F. (2024). A cross-disciplinary study of metadiscourse markers in research articles. Iranian Journal of English for Academic Purposes, 13(4), 76–89.

Atai, M. R., & Abbasi, A. (2023). Exploring the EAP needs of Iranian students of medicine. Taiwan International ESP Journal, 14(1), 1–30.

Gustavo Esteves Coelho | Metrology | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Gustavo Esteves Coelho | Metrology | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Researcher | National Laboratory for Civil Engineering | Portugal

Gustavo Esteves Coelho is a Portuguese researcher specializing in Electrical and Computer Engineering, with extensive experience in automation, control systems, signal processing, and scientific instrumentation. He has built his career at the National Laboratory for Civil Engineering (LNEC) in Lisbon, where he contributes to research and development within the Metrological Quality Division of the Scientific Instrumentation and Information Technology Centre. His academic background is rooted in Electrical and Computer Engineering, culminating in a doctoral thesis on adaptive methods for active wave absorption systems in wave flumes, which reflects his innovative approach to integrating engineering solutions into civil infrastructure research. His professional expertise spans the design and implementation of automation and control solutions for laboratory and field environments, deployment and maintenance of industrial and remote measurement networks, and reliability analysis of power systems. He has developed systems for data acquisition, validation, and traceability, enhancing metrological accuracy and functionality. His work also includes the assessment and integration of digital technologies into measurement instruments, as well as the creation of human-machine interfaces and software tools for operational control and data interaction. His scientific activity covers automation, power systems, metrology, measurement uncertainty, sensor arrays, and information technology, contributing significantly to the advancement of applied engineering in research environments. His academic impact includes 15 citations from 14 documents, with 10 published works and an h-index of 2, reflecting his growing contributions to the scientific community.

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Coelho, G. E., Ribeiro, Á., Neves, M. G., & Pascoal, A. (2021). A numerical study of measurement uncertainties for wave gauges. Measurement: Sensors.

Simões, C., Ribeiro, Á., Almeida, M. D. C., Covas, D., Coelho, G. E., & Pinheiro, A. (2025). Influence of rainfall time series sample rate in the improvement of decision-making based on high intensity rainfall events. Measurement: Sensors.

dos Reis, J., Ribeiro, A. S., Simões, C., & Coelho, G. E. (2025). Traceability of non-removable temperature smart sensor networks applied in flow conduits using continuous monitoring techniques and self-calibration processes. Measurement: Sensors.

Coelho, G. E., Pinheiro, A., Ribeiro, Á. S., Simões, C., & Martins, L. L. (2024). Automating flowmeter calibration process: Digital measurements from numerical displays using open-source optical character recognition tools. Acta IMEKO.

Simões, C., Ribeiro, Á. S., Almeida, M. C., Covas, D., Dias, L., & Coelho, G. E. (2024). Validation of a laboratory method for the traceability of a rainfall weighing gauge. Acta IMEKO.

Huaiqu Feng | Robot | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Huaiqu Feng | Robot | Best Researcher Award

Zhejiang University | China

Huaiqu Feng is an accomplished researcher and engineer from China with a strong academic background in agricultural mechanization engineering and automation. He completed his undergraduate studies in Automation at Hubei Normal University, where he built a solid foundation in control theory, intelligent systems, signal processing, and electronics. He then pursued a master’s degree in Agricultural Mechanization Engineering at Northeast Agricultural University, focusing on areas such as image processing, deep learning, computer vision, and advanced agricultural mechanics. His research interests center on the integration of intelligent control systems and machine vision technologies to improve agricultural equipment and automation. He has contributed to several scientific papers submitted to international SCI-indexed journals, addressing topics such as deep learning-based corn kernel selection and targeted pesticide spraying platforms. His research output includes 20 documents with 431 citations by 376 documents, reflecting his growing impact in the scientific community. His innovative work is also demonstrated through multiple patents for agricultural machinery and software copyrights related to neural network-based prediction and measurement systems. He has received various scholarships and awards for academic excellence and innovation, including recognition in national competitions such as the “Blue Bridge Cup” and the “Huawei Cup.” Beyond his technical achievements, he has demonstrated leadership through active involvement in student organizations, academic committees, and innovation programs, leading teams in robotics and intelligent control system design. His multidisciplinary expertise bridges automation, machine learning, and agricultural engineering, contributing to the advancement of smart farming technologies.

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Feng, Huaiqu (2025). TD-CFD-DPM coupled method for multi-objective optimization of collision pollination parameters in hybrid rice seed production. Smart Agricultural Technology.

Feng, Huaiqu (2025). nUGV-1UAV robot swarms: Low-altitude remote sensing-based decentralized planning framework in-field environments. ISPRS Journal of Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing.

Lakshmikanthan P | Energy | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Lakshmikanthan P | Energy | Best Researcher Award

Senior Scientist | CSIR Fourth Paradigm Institute | India

Dr. Lakshmikanthan P is a Senior Scientist at CSIR-4PI, Bangalore, and Assistant Professor at the Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research (AcSIR). His research focuses on greenhouse gas measurement and modelling, climate change assessment, urban health risk analysis, environmental forecasting, solid waste management, sustainability engineering, and ocean modelling. With a strong academic and research background in environmental and civil engineering, he has contributed extensively to advancing sustainable waste management practices and environmental modelling approaches. He has authored numerous peer-reviewed journal articles, book chapters, and conference papers, addressing critical issues related to municipal solid waste characterization, landfill engineering, leachate management, and waste-to-energy systems. His work has explored innovative methods for predicting landfill behavior, understanding spontaneous waste ignition, and improving leachate recirculation systems. He has guided and co-guided several doctoral and master’s students, fostering interdisciplinary research collaborations. His professional experience spans academic teaching, advanced research, and engineering practice, including positions in leading research institutions and industry. He is an active member of professional organizations such as the American Society of Civil Engineering and the International Water Association. His expertise in specialized modelling tools and environmental software supports his applied research in forecasting and sustainability analysis. He has been recognized with awards for his contributions to the field, and his research continues to influence waste management strategies, policy development, and technological innovation aimed at environmental protection and sustainable development. His scholarly impact includes 72 citations from 61 documents, 3 indexed documents, and an h-index of 2.

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Babu, G. L. S., Lakshmikanthan, P., & Santhosh, L. G. (2015). Shear strength characteristics of mechanically biologically treated municipal solid waste (MBT-MSW) from Bangalore. Waste Management, 39, 63–70.

Chavan, D., Lakshmikanthan, P., Mondal, P., Kumar, S., & Kumar, R. (2019). Determination of ignition temperature of municipal solid waste for understanding surface and sub-surface landfill fire. Waste Management, 97, 123–130.

Babu, G. L. S., Lakshmikanthan, P., & Santhosh, L. G. (2014). Life cycle analysis of municipal solid waste (MSW) land disposal options in Bangalore City. In ICSI 2014: Creating Infrastructure for a Sustainable World (pp. 795–806).

Manjunatha, G. S., Chavan, D., Lakshmikanthan, P., Singh, L., Kumar, S., & others. (2020). Specific heat and thermal conductivity of municipal solid waste and its effect on landfill fires. Waste Management, 116, 120–130.

Sivakumar Babu, G. L., & Lakshmikanthan, P. (2015). Estimation of the components of municipal solid waste settlement. Waste Management & Research, 33(1), 30–38.

Marine Perion | Cardiologie | Best Researcher Award

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Mrs. Marine Perion | Cardiologie | Best Researcher Award

Departmental Hospital Center of La Roche sur Yon | France

Marine Perion is a general medicine intern with a strong specialization in hospital cardiology and extensive clinical experience across multiple departments, including conventional cardiology, intensive coronary care, emergency medicine, internal medicine, and pediatrics. Her medical training has been complemented by significant rotations in cardiology units, where she developed expertise in both conventional and intensive cardiac care. She has also worked in general practice settings, enhancing her ability to provide comprehensive patient care. Alongside her clinical practice, she has contributed to medical education as a tutor and coordinator for pre-medical students, organizing and leading physiology lectures. Her academic path includes advanced training in echocardiography and a medical thesis focused on the management of severe aortic stenosis within a cardiology department, reflecting her commitment to advancing clinical practice in cardiovascular medicine. Recognized for her strong academic performance and dedication, she is preparing to take on the role of assistant in cardiology at a regional hospital, where she will continue to build her expertise in cardiac care and contribute to multidisciplinary teams in a hospital environment.

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Evolution of the management of severe calcific aortic stenosis at the Departmental Hospital Center of La Roche-sur-Yon, Vendée (2005, 2015 and 2022). Annales de Cardiologie et d’Angeiologie.

Mohsen Shams Solari | Environment | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Mohsen Shams Solari | Environment | Best Researcher Award

Researcher | Tehran University | Iran

Mohsen Shams Solari is an environmental engineer and physicist whose research integrates atmospheric chemistry, air pollution control, energy sustainability, and advanced environmental technologies. His expertise spans renewable energy, aerosol science, air quality monitoring, and nanotechnology applications, with a strong focus on practical solutions for cleaner energy production in the oil, gas, and power sectors. He has extensive experience managing industrial-scale projects involving electron beam technologies for wastewater and flue gas treatment, including pilot plant development, engineering design, and techno-economic assessments. His academic background combines environmental engineering with condensed matter and solid-state physics, enabling a multidisciplinary approach to complex environmental challenges. His research has been published in high-impact journals such as Desalination, Journal of Environmental Health Science & Engineering, and Journal of Applied Physics, covering topics like particulate matter chemistry, aerosol carbon content, PAH risk assessments, and innovative solar-based cogeneration systems. He has conducted laboratory work involving GC, IC, ICP, and spectrophotometric analyses for pollutant characterization, and has applied computational methods such as Monte Carlo, Geant4 simulations, and density functional theory to study environmental and nanomaterial phenomena. His professional experience includes environmental research at academic institutions, management of meteorological and environmental monitoring projects, CFD simulation work, and contributions to solar energy research. He has also held teaching and mentoring roles in environmental engineering and physics, and his work in nanotechnology has earned national recognition. He is an active member of multiple professional scientific associations related to physics, clean air, and radiation protection.

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Montazeri, A., Babrgir, A., Solari, M. S., Soodani, M. H. A., Abolhasani, E., Asadi, B., … & Alghorayshi, S. T. K. (2025). Innovative solar-based cogeneration system combining dual Rankine cycles and hybrid desalination: Techno-economic analysis and optimization with non-dominated sorting genetic algorithm II and particle swarm optimization. Desalination, 119416.

Shams Solari, M., Ashrafi, K., Pardakhti, A., Hassanvand, M. S., & Arhami, M. (2022). Meteorological dependence, source identification, and carcinogenic risk assessment of PM₂.₅-bound polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) in high-traffic roadside, urban background, and remote suburban areas. Journal of Environmental Health Science and Engineering, 20(2), 813–826.

Shams Solari, M., Ashrafi, K., Pardakhti, A., & Ozturk, F. (2025). Elemental and organic carbon in PM₂.₅ and PM₁₀ aerosols: A case study in Tehran.

Tooski, S. B., Godarzi, A., Solari, M. S., Ramyar, M., & Roohforouz, A. (2011). Optical properties of carbon nanotube gas sensor. Journal of Applied Physics, 110(3).