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.

Rabia Benaddi | Environmental Science | Outstanding Contributions in Academia Award

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Dr. Rabia Benaddi | Environmental Science | Outstanding Contributions in Academia Award

Agence Du Bassin Hydraulique De Tensift | Morocco

Dr. Rabia Benaddi is a Moroccan researcher specializing in environmental chemistry, water quality management, and material sciences. His research focuses on the synthesis and characterization of phosphate-based materials and their application in the adsorption and removal of phenolic and organic pollutants from wastewater, contributing significantly to sustainable water treatment technologies. He has co-authored multiple peer-reviewed publications in international journals such as the Journal of Hydrology: Regional Studies, Journal of African Earth Sciences, and Ecological Engineering & Environmental Technology. His work also encompasses the assessment of wastewater treatment systems, natural lagoon performance, groundwater contamination, and the environmental impacts of industrial effluents in arid and semi-arid regions. Professionally, he has extensive experience in water quality monitoring, environmental impact assessment, and management of wastewater reuse projects. He has actively contributed to research collaborations, student supervision, and capacity-building initiatives in water resource management, climate change adaptation, and environmental sustainability. Through numerous conference presentations and international training programs, he has demonstrated a strong commitment to advancing scientific understanding and practical solutions for sustainable water and environmental systems.

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Featured Publications

Benaddi, R., Osmane, A., Zidan, K., El Harfi, K., & Ouazzani, N. (2023). A review on processes for olive mill wastewater treatment. Ecological Engineering & Environmental Technology, 24(7).

Benaddi, R., Osmane, A., Zidan, K., El Harfi, K., & Ouazzani, N. (2023). A review on the adsorption of phenol derivatives from wastewater. Ecological Engineering & Environmental Technology, 24(6).

Benaddi, R., Aziz, F., El Harfi, K., & Ouazzani, N. (2022). Column adsorption studies of phenolic compounds on nanoparticles synthesized from Moroccan phosphate rock. In Advances in Science, Technology and Innovation (pp. 181–192). Springer.

Benaddi, R., Ferkan, Y., Bouriqi, A., & Ouazzani, N. (2022). Impact of landfill leachate on groundwater quality – A comparison between three different landfills in Morocco. Journal of Ecological Engineering, 23(5), 213–223.

Benaddi, R., Aziz, F., El Harfi, K., & Ouazzani, N. (2021). Adsorption and desorption studies of phenolic compounds on hydroxyapatite–sodium alginate composite. Desalination and Water Treatment, 227, 1–11.

Lenka Lisa | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc Prof Dr. Lenka Lisa | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

researcher Institute of Geology Academy of Sciences Czech Republic

Assoc. Prof. Lenka Lisá, Ph.D. (b. December 17, 1975, Brandýs nad Labem/Stará Boleslav), is a distinguished sedimentologist and geoarchaeologist affiliated with the Institute of Geology, Czech Academy of Sciences, Prague. She is an expert in loess and sediment analysis, integrating geoarchaeology with geological processes to illuminate historical climatic and environmental changes.

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🎓 Education

  • 2017: Achieved Associate Professor title
  • 2004: Ph.D. in Geology, Masaryk University (Thesis: Research of Loess and Loess-like Sediments of the Last Glacial, Moravia)
  • 1999: Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Faculty of Natural Sciences, Masaryk University

💼 Experience

  • 2022 – Present: Part-time at the Institute of Nuclear Physics, Academy of Sciences of the Czech Republic
  • 2015 – 2022: Part-time at Masaryk University, Department of Earth Sciences, Brno
  • 2003 – Present: Institute of Geology, Czech Academy of Sciences, Dept. of Geological Processes, Prague
  • 2006-2008: Marie-Curie Fellow, University of Cambridge, Dept. of Archaeology
  • 2009: Visiting researcher, University of Aberdeen, Dept. of Archaeology, Scotland

🔬 Research Interest

Dr. Lisá’s research focuses on loess sedimentology, geoarchaeology, and micromorphology, emphasizing the climatic and environmental evolution in Central Europe. Her work includes the geoarchaeological study of alluvial deposits, providing insights into medieval and prehistoric environments. She has collaborated extensively with Czech Egyptologists on projects in Northern Africa, analyzing alluvial and floodplain processes.

🏆 Awards and Recognitions

  • Marie-Curie Fellowship, Department of Archaeology, University of Cambridge
  • Recognized internationally for impactful contributions to geoarchaeological methods in micromorphology and sedimentology.

📚  Publications Top Notes: 

Lisá, L., et al. The micromorphology of loess deposits and its role in paleoclimate interpretation. Journal of Quaternary Science, 2018. [Cited by 80]

Lisá, L., et al. Geoarchaeological assessment of Nile alluvium deposits. Geoarchaeology, 2020. [Cited by 55]

Lisá, L., et al. Climatic implications of sedimentary archives in Central Europe. Earth Surface Processes and Landforms, 2019. [Cited by 63]

Lisá, L., et al. Micromorphological indicators of human impact in the Holocene floodplain deposits. Quaternary International, 2017. [Cited by 47]