Rajesh Pandiyan | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Rajesh Pandiyan | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor | Bharath Institute of Higher Education and Research | India

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Rajesh Pandiyan is an accomplished researcher and academic currently serving as an Associate Professor at the Centre for Research, Bharath Institute of Higher Education and Research, Bharath University, Chennai, India. His research expertise lies at the intersection of materials science, biotechnology, and pharmaceutical technology, with a particular focus on wastewater treatment, nanocomposite membrane development, tissue engineering, and drug discovery. His scientific contributions span from the synthesis of advanced polymer-based nanocomposites for environmental remediation to the design of biomaterials for tissue regeneration and therapeutic applications in autoimmune diseases such as arthritis. Dr. Pandiyan’s interdisciplinary research integrates biochemistry, microbiology, and nanotechnology to address critical challenges in sustainable environmental systems and biomedical innovation. His work in developing targeted drug delivery systems and magnetic nanocomposites demonstrates a commitment to advancing translational research for human health improvement. He has been recognized with multiple awards for excellence in teaching, research, and scientific communication, and frequently serves as a resource person, external judge, and invited speaker at national and international academic events. Dr. Pandiyan also contributes to the scientific community through editorial roles in reputable journals and active involvement in global collaborative research initiatives, reflecting his leadership in fostering innovation at the interface of materials engineering and biomedical sciences.

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Featured Publications

Pandiyan, R., Mahalingam, S., & Ahn, Y.-H. (2019). Antibacterial and photocatalytic activity of hydrothermally synthesized SnO₂ doped GO and CNT under visible light irradiation. Journal of Photochemistry and Photobiology B: Biology, 191, 18–25.

Ayyaru, S., Pandiyan, R., & Ahn, Y.-H. (2019). Fabrication and characterization of anti-fouling and non-toxic polyvinylidene fluoride–sulphonated carbon nanotube ultrafiltration membranes for membrane bioreactors applications. Chemical Engineering Research and Design, 143, 240–251.

Krishnan, N., Velramar, B., Pandiyan, R., & Velu, R. K. (2018). Anti-pseudomonal and anti-endotoxic effects of surfactin-stabilized biogenic silver nanocubes ameliorated wound repair in streptozotocin-induced diabetic mice. Artificial Cells, Nanomedicine and Biotechnology, 46(S3), S513–S523.

Krishnan, N., Velramar, B., Ramatchandirin, B., Abraham, G. C., Duraisamy, N., Pandiyan, R., & Velu, R. K. (2018). Effect of biogenic silver nanocubes on matrix metalloproteinases 2 and 9 expressions in hyperglycemic skin injury and its impact in early wound healing in streptozotocin-induced diabetic mice. Materials Science and Engineering: C, 90, 451–465.

Pandiyan, R., Ayyaru, S., & Ahn, Y.-H. (2018). Non-toxic properties of TiO₂ and STiO₂ nanocomposite PES ultrafiltration membranes for application in membrane-based environmental biotechnology. Ecotoxicology and Environmental Safety, 161, 755–764.

Md. Rony Masud | Climate Finance | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Md. Rony Masud | Climate Finance | Best Researcher Award

Deputy Director at Bangladesh Bank, Bangladesh. 

Md. Rony Masud is the Deputy Director at Bangladesh Bank (Central Bank of Bangladesh), where he manages foreign exchange reserves and contributes to national monetary policy and financial regulation. He holds a Master’s degree in Public Management & Administration in International Business from Rikkyo University, Japan, and an MBA in International Business from the University of Dhaka.

Profile:

🎯 Research Objective:

With over a decade of hands-on experience in monetary policy and financial regulation, Rony aims to pursue a PhD focused on bridging economic theory and environmental sustainability using data-driven, policy-relevant research.

🔬 Research Interests:

Behavioral Economics | Environmental & Resource Economics | Agricultural Finance | Financial Inclusion | AI in Financial Analysis | Macro-Financial Policy | Development Economics

🎓 Education:

  • 🎓 Master’s in Public Management & International Business, Rikkyo University, Japan (2022–2024)

  • 🎓 MBA & BBA in International Business, University of Dhaka, Bangladesh

🧪 Research Experience:

  • Research Assistant, Kochi University of Technology & Rikkyo University

    • 🌱 Published in Q2 journal Climate: Climate change reduces agricultural financing optimism

    • 🧠 Developed “Agricultural Green Banking” scheme

    • 📊 Proficient in econometric tools (Stata, Qualtrics, Python)

  • Independent Projects

    • EKC theory validation | GRDP case study (Japan) | COVID-19 economic resilience (Bangladesh)

📚 Publications:

  1. Climate Concerns & Agri Financing, Climate (2025)

  2. Carbon Footprint in Crop Transition, TAPR (2023)

  3. Investment & GRDP, TAPR (2022)

  4. Economic Sustainability Strategies, TAPR (2020)

🖋 Editorial & Review Roles:

  • Reviewer: Journal of Experimental Agriculture International

  • Reviewer: Journal of Scientific Research & Reports

💼 Professional Experience:

  • Deputy Director, Bangladesh Bank (2017–Present)

    • Managed 🇧🇩 $30 Billion Forex Reserve

    • Developed Reserve Management Guidelines

  • Senior Officer, NCC Bank (2014–2017)

🧠 Technical Skills:

  • 💻 Tools: Stata, R, SPSS, EViews, Python

  • 💼 Finance: Bloomberg, Macro Forecasting (IMF)

🏆 Awards & Certifications:

  • 🇯🇵 JDS Scholarship, Government of Japan

  • 🏅 IMF Certification, Macroeconomic Forecasting (2025)

  • 📘 Author: The ABCs of Research (2025)

👨‍🏫 Teaching & Mentorship:

  • 🎓 Research Instructor | Trained 500+ professionals

  • 🗣 IELTS Instructor | Guided 100+ students (Avg. band 6.5+)

Publications:

  1. Development of theoretical and methodological support for evaluating the feasibility of strategic measures to ensure the economic sustainability of the country
    R. Masud (2020). Technology Audit and Production Reserves, 4(4[54]), 45–52.

  2. How do climate concerns and value orientation among bankers influence agricultural financing and development?
    K.M. Asma, M.R. Masud, & K. Kotani (2025). Climate, 13(5), 98.

  3. How do climate concerns and value orientation among bankers influence agricultural financing?
    K.M. Asma, M.R. Masud, & K. Kotani (2024). Working Paper, Kochi University of Technology, School of Economics and Management.

  4. Consideration of the impact of the transition from a cash crop economy on the carbon footprint
    R. Masud & J.B. Enam (2023). Technology Audit and Production Reserves, 4(4/72), 40–54.

  5. The economic impact of investment, expenditure and wages on GRDP: A case study of 47 prefectures of Japan in 2005
    M.R. Masud (2022). Technology Audit and Production Reserves, 6(4/68), 43–48.

 

SONIA GOMES | Environmental Science | Women Researcher Award

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Dr. SONIA GOMES | Environmental Science | Women Researcher Award

Academician/Research Scholar Investigadora
👩‍🔬 Sónia Gomes is an accomplished molecular biologist specializing in genetic studies, particularly in agricultural biotechnology and molecular genetics. She is currently an Auxiliary Researcher at the University of Porto, focusing on interdisciplinary marine and environmental research. With extensive teaching experience and leadership in significant research projects, Sónia has contributed notably to genomic studies in olive trees and food biotechnology.

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Education

🎓 PhD in Molecular Genetics (2006-2010): Universidade de Trás-os-Montes e Alto Douro, Portugal. Thesis: “Genomic Studies in Olea europaea L.: From the Field to the Olive Oil End Product”.
🎓 MSc in Molecular Genetics (2003-2006): Universidade do Minho, Portugal. Dissertation: “Molecular markers for Olea europaea L. cultivars identification”.
🎓 BSc in Applied Biology (1997-2002): Universidade do Minho, Portugal. Thesis: “Effect of growth regulators in plant regeneration of Vitis vinifera L.”.

Experience

💼 Auxiliary Researcher (2023-Present), University of Porto, CIIMAR
💼 Invited Assistant Professor (2022-Present), ICBAS, University of Porto
💼 Research Fellow (2003-2007), OLIV-TRACK project, Universidade de Trás-os-Montes e Alto Douro

Research Interests

🔬 Molecular Genetics: Expertise in genomic studies of Olea europaea (olive trees) for improving food traceability.
🌊 Marine Biotechnology: Investigating the impact of microplastics and parasites on fish, seafood safety, and environmental sustainability.
🧬 Agricultural Biotechnology: Focused on using DNA markers for plant and food traceability.

Awards

🏆 Blue Bio Value Ideation Award (2023): Oceano Azul Foundation
🏆 NEWFOOD Valorization Award (2021): Universidade de Trás-os-Montes e Alto Douro
🏆 OENOPPIA Award (2019): International Research on Wine Development

Publications Top Notes:

📚 Olive oil traceability through DNA markers (2012). Co-author: Martins-Lopes, P. Published in Book.
📖 Nucleic Acids Sample Preparation for Food Traceability (2016). Published in Sample Preparation Techniques for Soil, Plant, and Animal Samples. Springer New York, 2016.
🧬 Olive Tree Genetic Resources Characterization Through Molecular Markers (2012). Published in Genetic Diversity. DOI: 10.5772/32973.
🍃 Olive-Colletotrichum acutatum: An Example of Fruit-Fungal Interaction (2012). Published in Plant Breeding. DOI: 10.5772/27965.
🧫 Occurrence of microplastics in water, feed, and tissues of European seabass (2024). Published in Environmental Research DOI: 10.1016/j.envres.2024.120208.

 

 

Miaomiao Wen | Environmental Science | Women Researcher Award

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Ms. Miaomiao Wen | Environmental Science | Women Researcher Award

senior engineer China Classification Society China

Wen Miaomiao, born on April 4, 1981, is a senior engineer from China. With a Ph.D. in Power Machinery and Engineering, she has a robust academic and professional background in engine performance optimization and emission control technologies. She currently works at the Shanghai Rules & Research Institute, contributing to environmental regulations for air pollution control in maritime contexts. Wen is known for her dedicated work in emission reduction and green ship technologies.

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Education 🎓

Wen Miaomiao pursued her academic journey at the Wuhan University of Technology, where she completed her Ph.D. in Power Machinery and Engineering (2005-2009). Her doctoral research focused on engine performance optimization and emission control technology. She also earned a Master’s in Marine Engineering (2002-2004) and a Bachelor’s degree in Thermal Energy and Power Engineering (1998-2002), all from the same institution, emphasizing emission reduction techniques and engine advancements.

Experience 💼

Wen Miaomiao has accumulated extensive experience in the field of environmental regulations for marine engines. Since 2011, she has been a senior engineer at the Shanghai Rules & Research Institute, overseeing the development of rules and regulations for air pollution prevention from ships. She previously worked as an engineer at the same institute from 2009 to 2011. Earlier in her career, she conducted research on emission control for heavy-duty CNG engines at CV R&D Center in 2005.

Research Interests 🔬

Wen’s research is deeply rooted in engine performance optimization, emission control technology, and environmental regulations for marine engines. She has worked on projects related to Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) technology for NOx emission reduction, combustion optimization for CNG engines, and the development of green ship technologies. Her research contributes significantly to creating more sustainable solutions for marine and heavy-duty vehicle emissions.

Awards 🏆

Wen Miaomiao has received numerous accolades for her contributions to engineering and environmental protection. These include the Excellent Graduate Student Award from Wuhan University of Technology (2002-2003), First Prize in Science and Technology Progress Award from the China Shipbuilding Industry Corporation (2016), and Grand Prize of Science and Technology Progress Award from the Chinese Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers (2022). Her work has consistently been recognized by leading institutions in the marine engineering field.

Publications Top Notes 📚 :

Modeling of Urea-SCR Exhaust Aftertreatment System for Diesel. Transactions of CSICE, 2009. Cited by 30 articles.

Engine cycle simulation and combustion optimization of CNG engine for high duty bus. 2008 International Pre-Olympic Workshop on Modelling and Simulation, 2008. Cited by 20 articles.

One-dimensional numerical simulation of CNG engine cycle. Journal of Wuhan University of Technology, 2007. Cited by 15 articles.

Engine Cycle Simulation and development of a gasoline Engine. SAE paper 2007-01-4103, 2007. Cited by 25 articles.

Analysis of induction distribution non-evenness of EQD180N-20 engine. Journal of Wuhan University of Technology, 2006. Cited by 12 articles.