Muhammad Ibrahim | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Muhammad Ibrahim | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

Researcher | Hohai University | China

Dr. Muhammad Ibrahim is an environmental scientist whose research focuses on emerging pollutants, water quality, ecological risk assessment, and nature-based remediation strategies. His work spans the toxicological behavior of PFAS, heavy metals, antibiotics, and nutrient pollution, with special emphasis on their interactions, dispersal pathways, and ecological consequences in freshwater systems. He investigates semiconductor-based photocatalysis, bio-electrochemical remediation, phytoremediation, and biogeochemical processes in reservoirs, advancing innovative approaches for pollution control and sustainable water-environment management. His scholarship also extends to environmental modeling, microalgal bloom dynamics, atmospheric pollution assessment, and the ecological impacts of industrial effluents. In parallel, he contributes to interdisciplinary studies linking environmental protection with public health, climate indicators, agricultural sustainability, and data-driven solutions such as federated learning frameworks for environmental and healthcare applications. Professionally, he has developed strong expertise in scientific analysis, laboratory research, data interpretation, environmental monitoring, and team leadership. He has participated in multiple international conferences, contributed to collaborative research networks, and published extensively in high-impact journals across environmental science, engineering, and sustainability. His work is recognized through several competitive awards for academic excellence, innovative research, and global environmental solutions, reflecting his commitment to advancing scientific understanding and real-world applications that support cleaner ecosystems and resilient communities.

Profiles: Scopus | Orcid | Google Scholar

Featured Publications

Li, Y., Ibrahim, M., Yue, C., Wang, Y., Hongzhe, P., Hassan, A. W., & Chunmin, Y. (2025). Exploring the impact of seasonal variation on the toxicological profile of Σ2PFAS in surface water bacterioplankton communities. Journal of Hazardous Materials, 140464.

Li, Y., Wang, Y., Hu, X., Cheng, Y., Zhu, Y., Zhou, Y., Pan, H., Li, R., Ibrahim, M., & Gualtieri, C. (2025). Reservoir water-level operations to manage biogeochemical turnover. Water Research, 124225.

Ibrahim, M., Li, Y., Usman, M., Adnan, M., Danjaji, H. A., & Jibo, A. U. (2025). Effect of nitrate on the semiconductor-based photocatalytic degradation of azithromycin. Journal of Environmental Engineering, EEENG-8063.

Li, Y., Zhu, Y., Chen, Y., Wang, C., Zhao, G., Pan, H., Wang, C., Bao, H., Ibrahim, M., & Norgbey, E. (2025). Heavy metals contamination in water-sediment systems of a large drinking water reservoir in southern China: Large-scale assessment and risk-based management. Journal of Cleaner Production, 146557.

Chen, D., Ibrahim, M., Soroma, M., Danjaji, H. A., Jibo, A. U., & Yang, Y. (2025). Season-based phytoremediation potential of brown mustard for lead decontamination: effect of EDTA chelation and antioxidant enzyme activity. International Journal of Phytoremediation.

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.

Nadia Elidrissi El Yallouli | Eco Toxicology | Young Scientist Award

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Dr. Nadia Elidrissi El Yallouli | Eco Toxicology | Young Scientist Award

Cadi Ayyad University (UCA) | Morocco

Dr. Nadia Elidrissi El Yallouli is a Ph.D. researcher at the Faculty of Sciences Semlalia, Cadi Ayyad University, in collaboration with the University of Geneva and the Istituto Superiore di Sanità in Rome. Her research focuses on developing innovative biotechnological processes for the decontamination of microcystins in plant-soil systems using rhizospheric microorganisms. She has obtained a master’s degree in Biodiversity, Climate Change, and Sustainable Development, as well as a bachelor’s degree in Applied Biology for Environmental Management, both with honors. Her academic and research journey has been shaped by multiple international collaborations and scholarships, including Erasmus+ and MAECI, reflecting her engagement in interdisciplinary environmental research. Nadia has conducted internships and research projects in Morocco, Germany, Switzerland, and Italy, gaining expertise in molecular biology, microbial biotechnology, and environmental management. She has co-authored several scientific publications in peer-reviewed journals and presented her work at international conferences, highlighting her contribution to environmental biotechnology and cyanobacterial toxin mitigation. As an active member of the COST Action CYANOACTION network, she collaborates with researchers across Europe and the Mediterranean on cyanobacteria management and water quality improvement. Her dedication to research excellence is complemented by her teaching and organizational roles at Cadi Ayyad University, where she contributes to microbiology practical training and scientific event coordination. Nadia’s work aims to bridge environmental microbiology and sustainable development for ecosystem and public health protection.

Profile: Orcid

Featured Publications

Meddich, A., Sadouki, A., Elidrissi El Yallouli, N., Chagiri, H., Khalisse, H., & Oudra, B. (2023). Performance of slag-based fertilizers in improving durum wheat tolerance to water deficit. Gesunde Pflanzen.

Elidrissi El Yallouli, N., Lahrouni, M., Mugani, R., Oudra, B., & Poté, J. (2024). Insight in limited research on environmental factors and health implications of toxic cyanobacteria bloom in African freshwater bodies. Discover Public Health, 21.

Elidrissi El Yallouli, N., Redouane, E. M., Mugani, R., Ouchari, L., Girão, M., Carvalho, M. F., Campos, A., Vasconcelos, V., Oudra, B., Lahrouni, M., & Poté, J. (2024). Integrative biotechnological approach for alleviating phytotoxicity in Vicia faba exposed to cyanobacterial crude extract containing microcystins: Insights on human health safety. Environmental Science and Pollution Research (ESPR).