Xiaogang Chen | Nature Based Solutions | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc Prof Dr. Xiaogang Chen | Nature Based Solutions | Best Researcher Award

Westlake University, China

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Early Academic Pursuits:

Xiaogang Chen embarked on his academic journey with a Bachelor of Science in Radiochemistry from Lanzhou University in 2014. He then pursued his passion for coastal sciences, obtaining a Ph.D. in Estuarine and Coastal Sciences from East China Normal University in 2019. During his doctoral studies, he undertook joint Ph.D. programs in Australia and Croatia, further enriching his academic experience.

Professional Endeavors:

His professional career spans various roles, including research assistant positions at renowned institutions like the National Marine Science Centre in Australia. He continued his academic pursuits as a postdoctoral fellow and later as a research assistant and associate professor at Westlake University in China.

Contributions and Research Focus:

His research interests lie in chemical oceanography and marine biogeochemistry, with a focus on submarine groundwater discharge and its environmental implications in estuarine and coastal ecosystems. His work has been published in leading journals, contributing to our understanding of complex biogeochemical processes in marine environments.

Accolades and Recognition:

Throughout his career, He has received numerous accolades and awards, including the Outstanding Graduate Award from Lanzhou University, the Outstanding Doctoral Dissertation Award from East China Normal University, and the Postdoctoral Innovation Award from Westlake University. His contributions to research have been recognized both nationally and internationally.

Impact and Influence:

His research has had a significant impact on the field of marine science, particularly in understanding the dynamics of coastal ecosystems and their response to environmental changes. Through international collaborations and scholarly publications, he has expanded our knowledge of submarine groundwater discharge and its role in coastal biogeochemistry.

Legacy and Future Contributions:

As a research associate professor at Westlake University, Chen continues to lead scientific research programs and mentor Ph.D. students in various areas of coastal biogeochemistry. His dedication to advancing our understanding of marine environments and promoting sustainable solutions underscores his commitment to shaping the future of coastal science.

Citations

A total of  794 citations for his publications, demonstrating the impact and recognition of his research within the academic community.

  • Citations           794
  • h-index              15
  • i10-index           18

Notable Publications 

Submarine groundwater discharge impacts on coastal nutrient biogeochemistry

Submarine groundwater discharge‐derived carbon fluxes in mangroves: An important component of blue carbon budgets?

Surface water and groundwater interactions in salt marshes and their impact on plant ecology and coastal biogeochemistry

Submarine groundwater‐borne nutrients in a tropical bay (Maowei Sea, China) and their impacts on the oyster aquaculture

Karstic submarine groundwater discharge into the Mediterranean: radon-based nutrient fluxes in an anchialine cave and a basin-wide upscaling

The mangrove CO2 pump: Tidally driven pore‐water exchange

Rainfall drives rapid shifts in carbon and nutrient source-sink dynamics of an urbanised, mangrove-fringed estuary

Pore‐water exchange flushes blue carbon from intertidal saltmarsh sediments into the sea

Bacterial-derived nutrient and carbon source-sink behaviors in a sandy beach subterranean estuary

Land use and episodic rainfall as drivers of nitrogen exports in subtropical rivers: Insights from δ15N-NO3-, δ18O-NO3- and 222Rn

 

Jun Wang | Soil Contamination Risk and Control, Environmental Toxicology | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Jun Wang | Soil Contamination Risk and Control, Environmental Toxicology | Best Researcher Award

Shandong Agricultural University, China

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Early Academic Pursuits:

Dr. Jun Wang's academic journey began with a strong foundation in environmental science, leading to his pursuit of a Ph.D. degree from Shandong Agricultural University (SDAU) in China. His early academic endeavors laid the groundwork for his future contributions in the field of soil contamination risk and control, and environmental toxicology.

Professional Endeavors:

Upon completing his Ph.D., Dr. Wang embarked on a remarkable professional journey, joining SDAU as a professor in the College of Resources and Environment. Throughout his career, he has demonstrated a deep commitment to advancing environmental science through research, teaching, and collaboration.

Contributions and Research Focus:

His research focuses on soil contamination risk and control, environmental toxicology, and environmental pollution and remediation. His contributions span a wide range of areas, including the development of innovative detection methods for soil pollutants, ecological risk assessment of soil pollution, and soil pollution control strategies.

Accolades and Recognition:

His dedication to environmental science has been recognized with numerous accolades and awards, including being selected as one of the Top 100 most productive authors in the world in "Environmental Science" and "Agrobiology" in 2021. His research has also garnered attention for its impact and significance in addressing environmental challenges.

Impact and Influence:

With over 150 papers published in prestigious international journals and a high citation index, His work has made a significant impact on the field of environmental science. His research has contributed to advancing our understanding of soil contamination and has practical implications for environmental management and policy.

Legacy and Future Contributions:

His legacy lies in his groundbreaking research, mentorship of research scholars, and leadership in professional organizations. His ongoing commitment to advancing environmental science promises continued contributions to addressing global environmental challenges and shaping the future of the field.

Citations

A total of  7348 citations for his publications, demonstrating the impact and recognition of his research within the academic community.

  • Citations              7348
  • h-index                47
  • Documents         274

Notable Publications 

Enhanced remediation of chlorpyrifos-contaminated soil by immobilized strain Bacillus H27

Dynamic ion exchange engineering bismuth ferrite-derived Bi2O2CO3 for rapid piezo-photocatalytic degradation of tetracycline

Soil health hazards of di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate: New perspectives on earthworms from different ecological niches DNA damage, gut microbial disruption and soil enzyme changes

Rhizosphere bacteria G-H27 significantly promoted the degradation of chlorpyrifos and fosthiazate

Characteristics of biological manganese oxides produced by manganese-oxidizing bacteria H38 and its removal mechanism of oxytetracycline

Expanding the insight of ecological risk on the novel chiral pesticide mefentrifluconazole: Mechanism of enantioselective toxicity to earthworms (Eisenia fetida)

One-pot preparation of Bi/BiOF/Bi2O2CO3 Z-scheme heterojunction with enhanced photocatalysis activity for ciprofloxacin degradation under simulated sunlight

Combined toxic effects of polystyrene microplastics and 3,6-dibromocarbazole on zebrafish (Danio rerio) embryos

 

Yu Wang | Civil and Environmental Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc Prof Dr. Yu Wang | Civil and Environmental Engineering | Best Researcher Award

University of Salford, United Kingdom

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Early Academic Pursuits

His academic journey commenced with a BEng in Automotive Engineering from Wuhan University of Technology, China. This was followed by an MSc in Engineering Mechanics from Chongqing University, China. He furthered his academic pursuits with a PhD in Civil Engineering from Aston University, UK, where he delved deep into the realm of civil engineering.

Professional Endeavors

His professional journey saw him occupy various roles, from Research Fellow at the University of Plymouth, UK, where he focused on advanced composite molding manufacturing processes, to his current position as an Associate Professor/Reader at the University of Salford, UK. Throughout his career, he has been actively engaged in teaching civil engineering programs at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

Contributions and Research Focus

His research primarily revolves around construction materials, structural durability, and environmental aspects. He has made significant contributions to the understanding of hydro-physics of construction materials, unsaturated hydrology, geomaterial mechanics, and material-environment interaction. His expertise lies in the domain of sustainable infrastructure, with a particular focus on advancing recycled aggregate concrete.

Accolades and Recognition

His dedication and contributions to the field have garnered him recognition and accolades. Notably, he has been honored with the title of Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA) and holds professional memberships in esteemed organizations such as the Institution of Civil Engineers (MICE) and the International Association of Advanced Materials (IAAM).

Impact and Influence

His impact extends beyond academia. As a Review Editor for Frontiers in Materials and an Academic Editor for Advances in Civil Engineering, he actively contributes to the scholarly dissemination of knowledge. Additionally, his role as a PhD co-supervisor at the Department of Civil Engineering, State Central University, Taiwan, underscores his commitment to fostering the next generation of researchers and professionals in the field.

Legacy and Future Contributions

With over 70 research articles and two books to his name, He has already left a substantial mark on the field of civil engineering. His ongoing supervision of PhD candidates and continued engagement in research and knowledge transfer activities promise a future characterized by further advancements in sustainable infrastructure and construction materials. His legacy will undoubtedly endure through his impactful contributions to academia and the broader engineering community.

Citations

A total of  380 citations for his publications, demonstrating the impact and recognition of his research within the academic community.

  • Citations            380
  • h-index              11
  • i10-index           12

Notable Publications 

A sustainable pavement concrete using warm mix asphalt and hydrated lime treated recycled concrete aggregates
A Albayati, Y Wang, Y Wang, J Haynes
[57] 2018

An experimental study of cathodic protection for chloride contaminated reinforced concrete
HM Oleiwi, Y Wang, M Curioni, X Chen, G Yao, L Augusthus-Nelson, ...
[23] 2018