Sherzodbek Tashbaev | Microplastic | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Sherzodbek Tashbaev | Microplastic | Best Researcher Award

Docent | Andijan state university | Uzbekistan

Assist. Prof. Dr. Sherzodbek Tashbaev is a researcher and academic specializing in microbiology, biochemistry, and environmental sciences, with a particular focus on biogas production and microplastic pollution. He is currently an Associate Professor in the Department of Zoology and Biochemistry at Andijan State University in Uzbekistan. He completed his doctoral studies at the Institute of Microbiology of the Uzbek Academy of Sciences, where his research centered on methane-producing microorganisms for biogas generation. His academic background also includes studies in biological and ecological sciences, with early research on plant characteristics and the physical development of children in urban environments. Over his career, he has combined fundamental microbiological research with applied environmental studies, contributing to the development of innovative methods for environmental monitoring. He is a co-inventor on utility model patents related to devices for collecting microplastic samples in water, reflecting his active role in advancing environmental technologies. His scientific work is widely published in international peer-reviewed journals, covering topics such as thermophilic methanogenic fermentation, river microplastic pollution in Central Asia, nanoparticle biosynthesis, enzyme research, and drug delivery systems. He has served on conference organizing committees and received international scholarships, underscoring his engagement in academic and scientific communities. Through his interdisciplinary research and collaborative projects, he contributes to both environmental protection and the development of sustainable biotechnological solutions.

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Featured Publications

Frank, Y., Khusanov, A., Yuldashov, M., Vorobiev, E., Rakhmatullina, S., Rednikin, A., Tashbaev, S., Mamatkarimova, S., Ruchkina, K., Namozov, S., Turaev, L., Sobirov, J., Yuldashev, A., & Vorobiev, D. (2023). Microplastics in the Syr Darya River tributaries, Uzbekistan. Water, 15(20), 3698.

Makhsumkhanov, A. A., Pulatova, O. M., Alimova, B. Kh., Sadullaev, S. T., Tashbaev, S. A., Sarynsakhodzhaev, A. R., Karimov, M. K., Kurbanov, M. K., Saidov, D. Sh., Sharopov, U. B., Rashidov, K. Yu., Usmanov, A. Yu., Shermatov, Zh. Z., & Payzullakhanov, M. S. (2023). Biogas production based on thermophilic methanogenic fermentation of chicken manure. Applied Solar Energy, 59(5), 770–777.

Khusanov, A., Sabirov, O., Frank, Y., Vorobev, D., Vorobev, E., Rakhmatullina, S., Tashbaev, S., Mamatkarimova, S., Yakhyoyev, A., & Juraev, M. (2025). Microplastic pollution of the Zarafshan river tributary in Samarkand and Navoi regions of the Republic of Uzbekistan. Green Analytical Chemistry, 100200.

A., Frank, Y., Abduvalieva, M., et al. (2025). Characteristics of microplastic pollution in the rivers of the Fergana Valley, Central Asia. Environmental Monitoring and Assessment, 197, 896.

Patel, B., Shahvej, S., Priyadarshi, G., Modi, U., Bhatia, D., Tashbaev, S., Solanki, R., Sahoo, D. K., & Patel, A. (2025). Priestia endophytica mediated biosynthesis of zinc oxide nanoparticles: Characterization, biocompatibility and anticancer activity. Oxford Open Materials Science, 5(1), itaf015.

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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Featured Publications

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).

Syeda Safina Ali | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

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Ms. Syeda Safina Ali | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

Research Analyst at National University of Science and Technology, Islamabad, Pakistan

Ms. Syeda Safina Ali is a dedicated Environmental Scientist from Rawalpindi, Pakistan, with a Master’s degree in Environmental Sciences from the National University of Science and Technology (NUST), Islamabad, and a strong academic background in climate adaptation, wastewater treatment, GIS, and sustainable energy. With professional experience as a Research Analyst at the National Disaster Risk Management Fund (NDRMF), she has contributed to national projects such as the PHCSP, BISP, and Pakistan’s Green Taxonomy.

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🎓 Academic Excellence:

  • MSc in Environmental Sciences (93%, CGPA 3.75/4) – NUST, Islamabad

  • BSc in Environmental Sciences (82%, CGPA 3.82/4) – IIUI, Islamabad

  • Specialized in climate adaptation, wastewater treatment, water management, and GIS.

📚 Research Contributions:

  • 5 Publications (Published/Accepted/In Progress) in Springer, MDPI, and national journals.

  • Topics include:

    • Photosynthetic microbial desalination cells

    • Strategic Environmental Assessment in infrastructure

    • Snowmelt runoff modelling for water resource management

  • Thesis work directly aligned with SDGs 6, 7, 9, 13 & 15.

🧪 Technical Expertise:

  • GIS/RS: ArcGIS, QGIS

  • Numerical Modelling: HEC-RAS, SRM

  • Data Analysis: R, OriginLab, MS Excel

  • Report Writing, Stakeholder Engagement, Policy Drafting

💼 Professional Roles:

  • Research Analyst (Climate Change) – NDRMF, Islamabad
    Supporting national & international climate projects (PHCSP, BISP, Green Taxonomy)

  • HSE Trainer (Part-Time) – Burj Al-Emarat Training Services

  • Internships with PepsiCo, NHA, PMD, NARC – Hands-on field and policy experience

🌱 Volunteer & Reviewer:

  • Peer Reviewer for Elsevier & Springer Nature journals

  • Volunteer with Ministry of Climate Change, Youth Campaigns & Plantation Drives

  • Freelance GIS/RS Specialist, Transcriber & Content Writer

🏆 Certifications & Training:

  • ✅ ISO 14001, 9001, 45001

  • ✅ OSHA 30-Hour General Industry

  • ✅ Risk Assessment, Environmental Sustainability

  • ✅ Courses by UN, World Bank, UNITAR, Oxford Climate Society

🌍 Conferences & Global Engagement:

  • Speaker/Participant at:

    • 8th Intl. Conf. on Water Sciences – MDPI

    • ADB Workshop on Women & Heat Stress

    • Virtual Summer School – Green Chemistry, Indonesia

    • Climate Action Fellowship, Oxford Climate Society School

Publication:

  1. Integration of Strategic Environmental Assessment (SEA) in Motorway/Highway Planning and Construction: A Case Study for Sustainable Infrastructure Development in Pakistan
    SS Ali, A Batool
    NUST Journal of Natural Sciences, 9(4), 1 (2024)

  2. Sugar Industry Wastewater Treatment Through Photosynthetic Microbial Desalination Cells: A Sustainable Approach
    SS Ali, Z Sheikh
    Environmental and Earth Sciences Proceedings, 32(1), 9 (2025)

 

Jahan Chowdhury Sarwar | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Jahan Chowdhury Sarwar | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

Professor Geology and Mining, University of Rajshahi Bangladesh

Dr. Chowdhury Sarwar Jahan is a highly esteemed Professor in the Department of Geology and Mining at the University of Rajshahi, Bangladesh. With over 40 years of experience in academia, research, and administration, he has significantly contributed to the field of Hydrogeology and environmental geosciences. His leadership roles include serving as Pro-Vice Chancellor, Dean, and Department Chairman, shaping the academic and research landscape of his institution. Alongside his academic responsibilities, he remains active in numerous social and cultural organizations, championing community development, transparency, and public health.

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🎓 Education

Dr. Jahan embarked on his academic journey in geology at the University of Rajshahi, completing his B.Sc. (Hons.) in 1980 and M.Sc. in 1981. He later pursued his Ph.D. in Hydrogeology from the Moscow State Geological Prospecting Academy, Russia, in 1997. His foundational education includes an HSC (1977) and SSC (1975) from the Rajshahi Board, reflecting a lifelong commitment to learning and scientific excellence.

🧑‍🏫 Experience

Beginning his teaching career as a Lecturer in 1984, Dr. Jahan progressed to Professor by 2004. He has held pivotal roles including Pro-Vice Chancellor (2013–2017) and Dean of the Faculty of Life and Earth Sciences (2012–2013). As Chairman of the Department of Geology and Mining, he oversaw vital departmental development. Beyond academia, he has contributed to national policy through committees like the NAP for Combating Desertification and actively engages with civic organizations such as the Bangladesh Red Crescent Society and Rotary International.

🔬 Research Interests

Dr. Jahan’s research covers a diverse spectrum of earth sciences, including Hydrogeology, Groundwater Modelling, Rainwater Harvesting, and Managed Aquifer Recharge (MAR). He is deeply invested in Water Governance, Climate Change Adaptation, and Hydro-Geochemistry, using tools like GIS and Remote Sensing. His studies on drought, water footprint, and strategic policy planning contribute to sustainable water resource management in Bangladesh and beyond.

🏆 Awards & Honors

Dr. Jahan has been widely recognized for his academic leadership and social engagement. While this application is a nomination for further distinction, his earlier appointments as Syndicate Member at BAUET, and leadership in the Bangladesh Red Crescent Society, underscore his dedication to societal development. He has been a sought-after keynote speaker at international conferences, reflecting his esteemed standing in the scientific community.

📚 Publications Top Notes: 

Dr. Jahan has co-authored numerous impactful publications that explore sedimentology, groundwater modeling, and hydrochemistry. Some of his notable works include:

Jahan, C.S. et al. (1990) – Sedimentary environment discrimination using grain size analysis, Journal of Geological Society of India, 35: 529-534 – Cited by 45 articles.

Jahan, C.S. & Ahmed, M. (1997) – Flow of groundwater in the Barind Area, Bangladesh: Implication of Structural Framework, Journal of Geological Society of India, 50: 743-752 – Cited by 62 articles.

Jahan, C.S. et al. (1994) – Specific yield evaluation: Barind area, Bangladesh, Journal of Geological Society of India, 44: 283-290 – Cited by 35 articles.

Jahan, C.S. et al. (1995) – Seasonal Effect on Regional Groundwater Flow: Barind area, Bangladesh, ASCE Conference Proceedings, Texas Water ’95 – Cited by 21 articles.

Jahan, C.S. et al. (1993) – Hydrogeology of Tanore and Nachole thanas of Barind project area, Journal of Applied Hydrology, VI(1-4): 39-48 – Cited by 18 articles.

Evaluation of spatio-temporal dynamics of water table in NW Bangladesh: an integrated approach of GIS and Statistics

Modeling of agricultural drought risk pattern using Markov chain and GIS in the western part of Bangladesh

Evaluation of depositional environment and aquifer condition in Barind area, Bangladesh using Gamma Ray Well Log Data

Hydrogeological condition and assessment of groundwater resource using visual modflow modeling, Rajshahi city aquifer, Bangladesh

Climatic data analysis for groundwater level simulation in drought prone Barind Tract, Bangladesh: Modelling approach using artificial neural network