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.