Angeliki Paraskevopoulou | Landscape Architecture | Best Researcher Award

Ms. Angeliki Paraskevopoulou | Landscape Architecture | Best Researcher Award

Associated Professor | Agricultural University of Athens | Greece

Ms. Angeliki Paraskevopoulou is a distinguished researcher in landscape architecture, urban green infrastructure, and ornamental plant science, with extensive experience in academia and professional practice across Greece and the UK. Her work bridges agricultural science, environmental design, and landscape management, focusing on resilient public spaces, historical parks, therapeutic landscapes, and climate-responsive planting strategies. She has contributed significantly to sustainable landscape planning through numerous research projects funded by European, national, and local organizations, addressing themes such as urban heat mitigation, nature-based solutions, agroecology, and ecological restoration. Her research portfolio includes studies on schoolyard greening, healing gardens, post-fire landscape perceptions, visitor needs in historical parks, and the impact of environmental features on human wellbeing, employing innovative tools such as biosensors and perception analysis. Her publication record in reputable international journals showcases her interdisciplinary expertise and her ability to integrate scientific evidence into practical design approaches. With an early career shaped by agronomy and landscape architecture, she developed strong foundations in plant science, horticulture, and community-centered design, complemented by award-winning contributions at major horticultural exhibitions. She continues to enhance academic excellence through teaching, supervising research, and reviewing scientific manuscripts. Paraskevopoulou’s leadership in collaborative initiatives underscores her dedication to advancing inclusive, sustainable, and culturally informed landscape transformations, supporting greener cities and climate-adaptive public spaces, as reflected in her academic footprint with 430 citations by 399 documents, 49 documents, and an h-index of 13.

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Featured Publications

Kotsiris, G., Nektarios, P. A., & Paraskevopoulou, A. T. (2012). Lavandula angustifolia growth and physiology is affected by substrate type and depth when grown under Mediterranean semi-intensive green roof conditions. HortScience, 47(2), 311–317.

Akoumianaki-Ioannidou, A., Paraskevopoulou, A. T., & Tachou, V. (2016). School grounds as a resource of green space to increase child-plant contact. Urban Forestry & Urban Greening, 20, 375–386.

Gkoltsiou, A., & Paraskevopoulou, A. (2021). Landscape character assessment, perception surveys of stakeholders and SWOT analysis: A holistic approach to historical public park management. Journal of Outdoor Recreation and Tourism, 35, 100418.

Paraskevopoulou, A. T., & Kamperi, E. (2018). Design of hospital healing gardens linked to pre- or post-occupancy research findings. Frontiers of Architectural Research, 7(3), 395–414.

Paraskevopoulou, A. T., Kamperi, E., Demiris, N., Economou, M., Theleritis, C., & others. (2018). The impact of seasonal colour change in planting on patients with psychotic disorders using biosensors. Urban Forestry & Urban Greening, 36, 50–56.

Junghun Yeum | Urban Green Space | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Junghun Yeum | Urban Green Space | Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor | Gangneung-Wonju National University | South Korea

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Junghun Yeum is an Associate Professor at Gangneung-Wonju National University, Republic of Korea, specializing in landscape ecology with a strong focus on urban ecosystem conservation, ecological restoration, and green network design. His academic journey and professional contributions bridge science, policy, and practice, advancing strategies for biodiversity protection, sustainable planning, and resilience in urban landscapes. He has conducted extensive research on protected area management, ecological zoning, and urban green infrastructure, while also pioneering studies on the therapeutic value of natural environments in reducing stress and enhancing human well-being. Assoc. Prof. Dr. Junghun Yeum scholarly output includes numerous publications in indexed journals, co-authored books, and contributions to policy-driven frameworks for evaluating conservation effectiveness, many of which have been integrated into national strategies for wetland and ecological landscape management. His consultancy engagements with local governments and public agencies provide practical solutions for ecological mapping and conservation planning, while his collaborative projects supported by national research bodies have established innovative methodologies such as EEG-based studies on stress relief in urban parks. He is an editorial board member of leading environmental societies and holds leadership positions in professional organizations, contributing actively to knowledge dissemination and scientific governance. His contributions extend globally through his role as a national focal point to the Ramsar Convention’s Scientific and Technical Review Panel, reflecting his commitment to both ecological preservation and international collaboration. Assoc. Prof. Dr. Junghun Yeum work exemplifies a balanced integration of ecological science, applied research, and policy engagement, making him a leading figure in advancing nature-based solutions for urban sustainability.

Featured Publications

Kim, D. W., Han, B. H., Kim, J. Y., & Yeum, J. H. (2015). Plant community structure of Abies holophylla community from Sinseongam to Jungdaesa in Odaesan National Park. Korean Journal of Environment and Ecology, 29(6), 895–906.

Bae, J. Y., Kim, J. S., Lee, K. J., Kim, J. Y., & Yeum, J. H. (2013). Changes of vegetation structure in Naejangsan District, Najangsan National Park for twenty years (1991–2010), Korea. Korean Journal of Environment and Ecology, 27(1), 99–112.

Yeum, J. H., Han, B. H., Choi, J. W., & Jeong, H. U. (2013). Mapping of the damaged forest by oak wilt disease in Bukhansan National Park. Korean Journal of Environment and Ecology, 27(6), 704–717.

Yeum, J. H., Han, B. H., & Lee, K. J. (2010). A study on designation potential as Ramsar site and management method of massive scale of wetland: A case of Jang Hang estuary wetland, Han River, Korea. Korean Journal of Environment and Ecology, 24(3), 249–257.

Kim, K., Lee, K. J., Choi, J. W., Yeum, J. H., & Ahn, I. S. (2014). A study on vegetation structure of cultural landscape forest of Dongbaek Island, Busan. Korean Journal of Environment and Ecology, 28(2), 205–214.