Amira Berriche | Electricity | Research Excellence Award

Ms. Amira Berriche | Electricity | Research Excellence Award

Polytech University of Lille | France

Ms. Amira Berriche is an Associate Professor in Management Sciences with expertise in consumer behavior, financial decision-making, digital finance, marketing-finance interfaces, and sustainable business practices. Her research focuses on behavioral change models, ethical marketing, ESG adoption, financial inclusion, digital banking, and AI applications in consumer and financial contexts. She leads transdisciplinary projects, supervises doctoral research on CSR, fintech, and sustainable practices, and contributes to international collaborations, conferences, and publications. Her work emphasizes societal impact, innovation, early-career mentoring, and the integration of marketing, finance, and technology for responsible and inclusive financial and consumer strategies. Her research has produced 5 documents with 6 citations and an h-index of 1.

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Yue Sun | Energy Storage | Research Excellence Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Yue Sun | Energy Storage | Research Excellence Award

Huaibei Normal University | China

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Yue Sun is an energy materials researcher specializing in bioinspired porous carbon, two-dimensional MXene materials, osmotic energy systems, supercapacitors, and zinc-ion capacitors. Her research focuses on structure–property relationships, ion transport regulation, and interface engineering for advanced electrochemical energy storage and conversion devices. She has made significant contributions to biomass-derived porous carbons, MXene-based composite electrodes, and nanofluidic membranes with enhanced capacitive and osmotic performance. Her scholarly output includes 26 research publications, achieving an h-index of 17 with 1,072 citations across 857 citing documents, reflecting strong academic impact and research visibility.

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Nousheen Iqbal | Energy | Women Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nousheen Iqbal | Energy | Women Researcher Award

Associate Professor | Sichuan University of Science and Engineering  | China

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nousheen Iqbal is an Associate Professor and materials scientist specializing in advanced nanomaterials for energy and environmental applications. Her research focuses on the design and synthesis of carbon nanofibers, two-dimensional materials, metal oxides, and hybrid nanostructures for supercapacitors, metal-ion batteries, gas adsorption, and environmental remediation. She has led and contributed to multiple competitive research projects and published extensively in high-impact international journals, demonstrating strong scholarly influence with over 1,233 citations, an h-index of 18, and an i10-index of 21. Her professional experience encompasses academic teaching, graduate supervision, interdisciplinary collaboration, project leadership, and peer review, with recognized expertise in advanced materials characterization and translational nanomaterials research.

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Alla Polyanska | Energy | Research Excellence Award

Prof. Dr. Alla Polyanska | Energy | Research Excellence Award

Professor | AGH University of Krakow | Poland

Prof. Dr. Alla Polyanska focuses on energy systems and smart technologies, with recent research emphasizing sustainable energy transitions and advanced electricity load forecasting. Her work applies a multicriteria approach to assess the effectiveness of energy transition strategies across EU countries, providing insights into policy outcomes and optimization of renewable integration. Additionally, she develops hybrid predictive models combining ARIMA, LSTM, and Random Forest algorithms for intelligent electricity load forecasting, enhancing accuracy in demand prediction and grid management. Her research bridges energy policy evaluation and data-driven modeling, contributing to more efficient, resilient, and sustainable energy systems in Europe.

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Chen Ru | Climate Change | Editorial Board Member

Dr. Chen Ru | Climate Change | Editorial Board Member

Tsinghua University | China

Dr. Chen Ru is a scholar specializing in ecological economics, environmental management, and climate-related sustainability transitions, with research spanning carbon footprint analysis, agricultural sustainability, and policy-driven environmental performance. His work offers influential insights into how production systems particularly agricultural and food sectors interact with carbon emissions, climate risk, and broader environmental impacts. He has contributed substantially to advancing carbon footprint methodologies, especially through investigations of variable system boundaries, total factor productivity perspectives, and greenhouse gas accounting frameworks across diverse socio-ecological contexts. His studies explore whether agricultural production functions as a carbon sink or source, evaluate climate-neutral pathways for regional agricultural systems, and assess the carbon effects of modern agricultural cooperatives. Beyond agricultural systems, he has examined links between stringent environmental regulations, air pollution, and corporate innovation, revealing how policy design shapes organizational response and environmental outcomes. His research also addresses the role of compensation policies, cooperation mechanisms, and government intervention in enhancing farmers’ livelihood resilience, mitigating risk shocks, and improving cooperative performance under carbon-constrained conditions. Through interdisciplinary approaches blending ecological indicators, cleaner production principles, and environmental policy analysis, Dr. Chen provides actionable knowledge that bridges scientific assessment and real-world decision-making. His scholarly contributions support more sustainable production models, improved environmental governance, and enhanced climate resilience, positioning him as an important voice in the evolution of ecological sustainability and low-carbon development strategies.

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Chen, R. (2024). Carbon footprint assessment of agricultural production systems under the variable system boundary scenarios. In Carbon Footprint Assessments: Case Studies & Best Practices (pp. 201–236).

Chen, R., & Kong, Y. (2022). Redefine carbon footprint performance with the total factor productivity: A case from a regional food production system. Ecological Indicators, 144, 109540.

Chen, R., & Kong, Y. (2023). A comprehensive review of greenhouse gas based on subject categories. Science of The Total Environment, 866, 161314.

Chen, R., Zhang, R., & Han, H. (2021). Where has carbon footprint research gone? Ecological Indicators, 120, 106882.

Chen, R., Zhang, R., Han, H., & Jiang, Z. (2020). Is farmers’ agricultural production a carbon sink or source?–Variable system boundary and household survey data. Journal of Cleaner Production, 266, 122108.

Rabia Benaddi | Environmental Science | Outstanding Contributions in Academia Award

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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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.

Stanislav Yankovsky | Energy | Best Academic Researcher Award

Assist. Prof. Dr. Stanislav Yankovsky | Energy | Best Academic Researcher Award

Assistant Professor | Tomsk Polytechnic University | Russia

Stanislav Aleksandrovich Yankovsky is a highly accomplished academic and researcher specializing in energy engineering and thermal power systems. He serves as an Associate Professor at the I.N. Butakov Research and Educational Center of the National Research Tomsk Polytechnic University, where he also earned his engineering degree and Ph.D. equivalent. His professional journey spans engineering practice, teaching, and research leadership, with a strong focus on energy efficiency, renewable energy sources, hydrogen energy, carbon-neutral conversion technologies, recycling, geothermal technologies, and tribotechnologies. He has led and participated in numerous large-scale research projects funded by national science foundations and strategic development programs, contributing to advancements in coal-wood fuel combustion, geothermal technologies for autonomous energy supply, and distributed energy systems. His work has resulted in over 150 scientific publications, including many in high-impact journals indexed in Scopus and Web of Science, with notable citation metrics and an H-index of 11 across major databases. In addition to research, he is actively engaged in teaching courses such as hydrodynamics of power plants, modern energy technologies, and combustion of organic fuels, and he has developed several innovative curricula in renewable and non-traditional energy sources. He regularly reviews for leading international journals published by MDPI and Elsevier and plays a key role in applied research and industrial collaborations aimed at improving energy systems and resource efficiency. His career reflects a blend of academic excellence, practical expertise, and commitment to sustainable energy development.

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Featured Publications

Yankovsky, S., Misyukova, A., Berikbolov, A., Vagner, M., & Yankovskaya, N. (2023). Influence of grinding methodology and particle size on coal and wood co-combustion via injection flame opening angle. Energies, 16(11), 4469.

Gorshkov, A., Berezikov, N., Kaltaev, A., Yankovsky, S., Slyusarsky, K., Tabakaev, R., & Larionov, K. (2021). Analysis of the physicochemical characteristics of biochar obtained by slow pyrolysis of nut shells in a nitrogen atmosphere. Energies, 14(23), 8075.

Yankovsky, S., Tolokol’nikov, A., Gorshkov, A., Misyukova, A., & Kuznetsov, G. (2021). Justification of the reduction possibility of sulfur oxides and fly ash emissions during co-combustion of coal and waste from woodworking enterprises. Applied Sciences, 11(24), 11719.

Yankovsky, S., Tolokol’nikov, A., Misyukova, A., & Kuznetsov, G. (2021). On the effect of the distances between coal and wood particles during their joint pyrolysis on sulfur oxides formation. Energies, 14(24), 8321.

Yankovsky, S., Tolokol’nikov, A., Berezikov, N., & Gubin, V. (2021). Justification of the energy use of cedar husk waste as an environmentally friendly additive for co-combustion with coal. Energies, 14(21), 7027.

 

Abdol Mohammad Ghaedi | environmental science | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Abdol Mohammad Ghaedi | environmental science | Best Researcher Award

Supervisor | Islamic Azad University | Iran

Abdol Mohammad Ghaedi is a lecturer in the Department of Chemistry at the Islamic Azad University, Gachsaran Branch, where he has developed extensive expertise in applied chemistry, particularly in the areas of membrane technology, adsorption processes, nanofiltration, ultrafiltration, reverse osmosis, and chemical cleaning of membranes. His academic background includes advanced studies in pure and applied chemistry, with research focusing on the preparation and application of membranes for separation and concentration processes, as well as the utilization of chemometric and artificial intelligence methods for modeling and optimization of chemical systems. He has contributed significantly to the fields of industrial chemistry and separation science through teaching courses such as Industrial Chemistry, Corrosion, and Physical and Chemical Methods of Separation, alongside supervising laboratory work in general and industrial chemistry. His research output is reflected in numerous publications in high-impact international journals, addressing topics such as adsorption of dyes and heavy metals, development of nanocomposites and nanoparticles, and predictive modeling using artificial neural networks, random forest methods, and support vector machines. His collaborative work with international scholars demonstrates a multidisciplinary approach bridging chemistry, nanotechnology, and environmental engineering. In addition, he has presented research at national and international conferences, showcasing his work on ultrafiltration membranes, adsorption systems, and predictive modeling for thermodynamic and transport properties of chemical solutions. His sustained research productivity and contributions highlight his role in advancing innovative methods for environmental remediation, water treatment, and industrial applications of chemical and nanomaterials. His research profile includes 4,161 citations by 3,061 documents, with 76 published documents indexed internationally.

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Featured Publications

  • Ebrahimpoor, S., Kiarostami, V., Khosravi, M., Davallo, M., & Ghaedi, A. (2021). Optimization of tartrazine adsorption onto polypyrrole/SrFe₁₂O₁₉/graphene oxide nanocomposite using central composite design and bat inspired algorithm with the aid of artificial neural networks. Fibers and Polymers, 22(6), 1569–1583.

  • Vafaei, A., Ghaedi, A. M., Avazzadeh, Z., Kiarostami, V., Agarwal, S., & Gupta, V. K. (2021). Removal of hydrochlorothiazide from molecular liquids using carbon nanotubes: Radial basis function neural network modeling and culture algorithm optimization. Journal of Molecular Liquids, 323, 114766.

  • Baneshi, M. M., Ghaedi, A. M., Vafaei, A., Emadzadeh, D., Lau, W. J., Marioryad, H., & Jamshidi, A. (2020). A high-flux P84 polyimide mixed matrix membranes incorporated with cadmium-based metal organic frameworks for enhanced simultaneous dyes removal: Response surface methodology. Environmental Research, 185, 109278.

  • Dehghani, M. H., Karri, R. R., Lima, E. C., Mahvi, A. H., Nazmara, S., Ghaedi, A. M., Fazlzadeh, M., & Gholami, S. (2020). Regression and mathematical modeling of fluoride ion adsorption from contaminated water using a magnetic versatile biomaterial & chelating agent: Insight on production & experimental approaches, mechanism and effects of potential interferers. Journal of Molecular Liquids, 309, 113653.

  • Agarwal, S., Tyagi, I., Gupta, V. K., Ghaedi, M., Masoomzade, M., Ghaedi, A. M., & Mirtamizdoust, B. (2020). Retraction notice to “Kinetics and thermodynamics of methyl orange adsorption from aqueous solutions—artificial neural network-particle swarm optimization modeling” [Journal of Molecular Liquids, 218, 354–362]. Journal of Molecular Liquids, 306, 112621.

 

Syeda Safina Ali | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

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)

 

Milad Mirzaei Aminiyan | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Milad Mirzaei Aminiyan | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

Ph.D. in Soil Science-Biophysics University of Tehran Iran

Dr. Milad Mirzaei Aminiyan is a distinguished researcher specializing in environmental sciences, with a focus on soil and water resources management. Based in the Department of Soil Science at the University of Tehran, Iran, Dr. Mirzaei has made significant contributions to understanding soil contamination, microplastic pollution, and environmental geochemistry, impacting both academic and practical fields of soil science.

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Education 🎓

  • 2023 – Guest Ph.D. Student, Technical University of Denmark (DTU), Copenhagen, Denmark
    Research Project: Impact of polyethylene microplastics on willow growth.
  • 2018-2024 – Ph.D. in Environmental Soil Biophysics, University of Tehran, Iran
    Thesis: The effects of microplastic particles on soil and sunflower growth.
  • 2010-2013 – M.Sc. in Soil Physics and Conservation, Bu-Ali Sina University, Iran
    Thesis: Impact of nanozeolite on soil organic carbon.
  • 2006-2010 – B.Sc. in Environmental Soil Science, Vali-e-Asr University of Rafsanjan, Iran
    Project: Effects of pistachio waste on soil biophysical properties.

Professional Experience 👨‍🔬

Dr. Mirzaei served as the Technical and Commercial Manager at ABENEGAHDAR Organic Fertilizer Factory (2013-2018) and as an R&D Environmental Scientist in Rafsanjan’s Eco-industrial Zone. His work emphasizes environmental pollution analysis, sustainable soil management, and ecotoxicology of emerging contaminants.

Research Interests 🔬

Dr. Mirzaei’s research includes:

  • Environmental pollution and ecotoxicology (microplastics, PTEs, PFAS)
  • Soil organic carbon management
  • Hydrochemical and geochemical analysis for water quality assessment
  • Modeling contaminant transport and biodegradation in soil

Awards 🏆

  • 2022: Recognized as a top researcher among Ph.D. students in Soil Sciences at the University of Tehran.
  • 2018: Achieved 5th overall rank and 2nd in Soil Physics in Iran’s Ph.D. Entrance Exam.
  • 2013: Awarded for best M.Sc. thesis in Bu-Ali Sina University’s Agricultural Faculty.

Publications Top Notes: 📄

Dr. Mirzaei has published extensively in leading journals. Below are selected publications with citations:

2024: Mitigating the impacts of polyethylene microplastics using a microbial consortium.
Ecotoxicology and Environmental Safety. DOI.

2022: Contamination of potentially toxic elements around a copper smelter.
Environmental Geochemistry and Health. DOI.

2021: Source apportionment of PAHs in industrial city dust in Iran.
Environmental Science and Pollution Research. DOI.

2019: Pollution risk assessment in school dust in Shiraz, Iran.
Human and Ecological Risk Assessment. DOI.

2018: Risk assessment of heavy metals in road dust in Rafsanjan, Iran.
Environmental Science and Pollution Research. DOI.