Wondimeneh Demissew | Environmental science | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Wondimeneh Demissew | Environmental science | Best Researcher Award

PhD candidate, Addis Ababa University, Ethiopia  🧑‍🔬

Wondimeneh Leul Demissew is a dedicated researcher and educator specializing in environmental sciences and space physics. He is currently a Ph.D. candidate at Addis Ababa University, focusing on agro-climate analysis for evaluating agro-ecology, crop suitability, and economic profitability in Ethiopia’s Upper Blue Nile Basin. With a strong background in physics, he has contributed significantly to academia through teaching, research, and laboratory management. His expertise extends to climate data analysis, GIS applications, and programming. As a lecturer at Hawassa University, he continues to advance scientific knowledge while actively participating in professional societies such as the Ethiopian Space Science Society and the Ethiopian Physical Society.

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Education 🎓

Wondimeneh holds multiple academic qualifications in physics and environmental sciences. He is pursuing a Ph.D. at Addis Ababa University, researching agro-climatic indicators under climate change conditions. He earned an M.Sc. in Space Physics from Debre Markos University, where he studied the effects of meridional neutral winds on ionization distribution in the East African ionosphere. His undergraduate studies culminated in a B.Ed. in Physics from Bahir Dar University. Additionally, he obtained Level IV certification in Advanced Biomedical Equipment Servicing Management from Human Bridge Biomedical College, further broadening his technical expertise.

Professional Experience 🏛️

Wondimeneh has extensive teaching and research experience in physics and environmental sciences. He began his career teaching junior and secondary school physics before becoming a physics laboratory technician at Debre Markos University. Since 2011, he has served as a lecturer at Hawassa University’s Department of Physics, where he educates and mentors students. His research contributions focus on agro-climatic modeling, space physics, and climate data analysis. In parallel, he is actively engaged in his Ph.D. research at Addis Ababa University, working on climate change adaptation strategies and agricultural sustainability.

Research Interests 🔬

His research interests encompass environmental sciences, space physics, and climate modeling. He specializes in agro-climate analysis, GIS applications, and climate data processing for agricultural and economic forecasting. His work includes assessing climatic suitability for crop production, analyzing atmospheric dynamics, and studying space weather phenomena. Wondimeneh is proficient in using computational tools such as Python, ArcGIS, and QGIS to process large-scale environmental and climatic datasets. His ongoing research aims to provide actionable insights into climate adaptation strategies in Ethiopia.

Awards & Achievements 🏆

Wondimeneh has received recognition for his contributions to scientific research and education. His M.Sc. research on space physics was highly regarded, providing valuable insights into ionospheric dynamics over East Africa. He has been instrumental in developing laboratory manuals for undergraduate physics students and training materials for high school physics teachers. His expertise has also contributed to the Ethiopian National Freshman Physics Module, a foundational resource for university students. His academic excellence and commitment to education continue to make a significant impact in his field.

Publications 📚

Demissew, W. L., Zeleke, T. T., Ture, K., Mengistu, D. K., & Fufa, M. A. (2025). Agroclimatic Indicator Analysis Under Climate Change Conditions to Predict the Climatic Suitability for Wheat Production in the Upper Blue Nile Basin, Ethiopia. Agriculture, 15(5), 525. 🔗 DOI: 10.3390/agriculture15050525

Conclusion

Wondimeneh Leul Demissew is highly deserving of the Best Researcher Award due to his academic excellence, research contributions to climate science, and dedication to education and training. His innovative work, combined with his technical skills and passion for addressing pressing global issues like climate change, positions him as a valuable researcher in the scientific community. Expanding his international collaborations and publishing in top-tier journals will further enhance his already impressive career.

 

Mengjiao Fan | Sustainable Development | Young Scientist Award

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Dr Mengjiao Fan | Sustainable Development | Young Scientist Award

PhD Candidate, China University of Geosciences, China📚

Mengjiao Fan is a PhD candidate at the China University of Geosciences, specializing in Public Administration. Her research focuses on land use carbon emissions, pollution reduction, and sustainable development with a regional emphasis on China. Throughout her academic journey, she has published four SCI-indexed papers in top-tier journals such as Ecological Informatics and Land. In addition to her research, she has presented at international conferences, including the Royal Geographical Society Annual Conference 2023 and the 30th International Conference on Geoinformatics 2023 in London. Mengjiao’s work aims to find innovative solutions for sustainable and low-carbon regional development.

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Education 🎓

Mengjiao Fan is currently pursuing a PhD in Public Administration at the China University of Geosciences. Her studies are deeply rooted in environmental sustainability, with a focus on land use, carbon emissions, and pollution reduction. Through her academic endeavors, she has gained a strong foundation in spatial analysis and ecological evaluation, positioning her to make significant contributions to China’s low-carbon transition and sustainable urbanization.

Experience 💼

Mengjiao has been involved in several key research projects, including those funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China. Her roles include Technical Director and Responsible Technical Personnel in various government projects such as land and spatial planning for counties in Henan Province. Additionally, she has contributed to research on the integrated protection and governance of natural landscapes, as well as urban construction land performance evaluation under new urbanization policies.

Research Interests 🔬

Mengjiao’s primary research interests lie in land use, carbon emissions, and sustainable development. She specializes in studying the spatial-temporal dynamics of land use carbon emissions, the factors influencing low-carbon transitions, and the coupling of pollution reduction with high-quality regional development. Her innovative spatial network approach integrates ecological risk assessments with geochemical baselines to address urbanization challenges and promote environmental sustainability in China.

Awards 🏆

Mengjiao Fan is a strong contender for the Young Scientist Award, recognizing her valuable contributions to environmental science and public administration. She has garnered attention for her work on carbon emissions, pollution reduction, and sustainable urbanization, particularly in the context of China’s rapid development. Her research’s innovative approach to regional sustainability has positioned her as a rising star in her field.

Publications Top Notes📑

Fan M, Wang Z, Xue Z. Spatiotemporal evolution characteristics, influencing factors of land use carbon emissions, and low-carbon development in Hubei Province, China. Ecological Informatics, 2024: 102567. (SCI, IF=5.9, Q1). DOI: 10.1016/j.ecoinf.2024.102567

Fan M, Wang Z, Ye S, Wei, C., Xue Z. The Spatial Network Characteristics of the Coupling between Pollution and Carbon Reduction and High-Quality Development in the Yangtze River Economic Belt. Land, 2024: 13, 2102. (SCI, IF=3.2, Q2). DOI: 10.3390/land13122102

Xue, Z., Wang, Z., Tan, L., & Fan, M. Geochemical baseline assessment and ecological risk evaluation of potentially toxic elements in soils: a case in Han River, China. Journal of Soils and Sediments, 2023, 23(2): 745-764. (SCI, IF=3.6, Q2). DOI: 10.1007/s11368-022-03339-0

Wei, C., Wang, Z., Lan, X., Zhang, H., & Fan, M. The spatial-temporal characteristics and dilemmas of sustainable urbanization in China: A new perspective based on the concept of five-in-one. Sustainability, 2018, 10(12): 4733. (SCI/SSCI, IF=3.9, Q2). DOI: 10.3390/su10124733

Conclusion

Mengjiao Fan is a promising candidate for the Young Scientist Award. His innovative research in sustainable development, land use, and carbon emissions has already made a significant contribution to environmental policy in China. Although there are areas where further engagement could be beneficial, his academic achievements, combined with his active participation in major research projects and international conferences, make him highly deserving of recognition as a young scientist. His potential for continued success in his field, coupled with his forward-thinking research approach, positions him well to receive this prestigious award.

Şerife AK | Environmental Sustainability | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr Şerife AK | Environmental Sustainability | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor, Afyon Kocatepe University, Turkey 📖

Şerife Ak is an Assistant Professor at Afyon Kocatepe University’s Faculty of Engineering in the Civil Engineering Department, specializing in Construction Management. She has an extensive academic background, holding a Master’s degree in Civil Engineering (2014) and a Doctoral degree (2023) in Environmental Sustainability. Her research focuses on green building certification, environmental performance of building materials, and sustainable construction practices in Turkey.

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Education 🎓

Şerife Ak completed her Bachelor’s degree in 2008, followed by a Master’s degree in 2012, where her thesis was on “Determination of additional chlorination plans in water distribution networks using simulation optimization models.” Her doctoral research, which she completed in 2023, was titled “An environmental performance-oriented approach proposal in the selection of building materials for buildings aiming to obtain a green building certificate.”

Experience 💼

She has worked as a Research Assistant at Afyon Kocatepe University from 2014 to 2024, where she contributed to several national scientific research projects. Şerife Ak is currently an Assistant Professor at the same institution, leading courses on civil engineering design, applications, construction management, and computer-supported project management.

Research Interests 🔍

Her primary research interests include sustainable construction, environmental performance of building materials, green building certification, and the application of simulation optimization models in water distribution systems. She is dedicated to promoting environmental sustainability through innovative approaches in the construction industry.

Awards 🏆

Şerife Ak has made significant contributions to the field of civil engineering and sustainable construction, earning recognition for her research on environmental performance and green building certification. She has been part of national research projects and is an active member of international scientific conferences.

Publications Top Notes📚

Şerife Ak, Osman Aytekin, Hakan Kuşan, İsmail Zorlu (2024). Environmental Sustainability of Building Materials in Turkey: Reference Information Recommendations for European Green Deal Declarations. Buildings, 14(889). DOI: 10.3390/buildings14040889

Şerife Gökçe, İsmail Zorlu (2022). Evaluation of Occupational Accidents in the Construction Industry with Fault Tree Analysis. Technical Journal, 33(6). DOI: 10.18400/tekderg.858275

Şerife Gökçe, Osman Aytekin, Hakan Kuşan, İsmail Zorlu (2018). Sustainable Construction in Turkey in Terms of Legislation and Standards. Uludağ University Journal of The Faculty of Engineering, 23. DOI: 10.17482/uumfd.424571

İsmail Zorlu, Şerife Gökçe, İçağa Yılmaz, Osman Güner (2017). The Investigation of Productivity Growth Occurring with Construction Schedule: The Case of Construction Site of Afyon Cement Plant. International Journal of Social and Related Science (IJSoReS).

Conclusion

Based on her extensive academic background, research contributions, and dedication to advancing sustainable practices in civil engineering, Dr. Şerife Ak is highly suitable for the Best Researcher Award. Her ability to bridge academic research with practical applications and her consistent track record of scholarly work make her an excellent candidate for recognition in this prestigious category.