Jingjing Jiang | Wastewater | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Jingjing Jiang | Wastewater | Best Researcher Award

professor | Jilin University | China 

Dr. Jingjing Jiang of Jilin University is a distinguished environmental scientist whose research advances the understanding and application of transmembrane ion transport for wastewater treatment. With over 49 publications in SCI and Scopus-indexed journals, her work contributes significantly to sustainable environmental engineering and innovative water purification technologies. She has completed more than 15 research projects and participated in national collaborations supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China, leading impactful research outcomes recognized through prestigious honors such as the Jilin Provincial Natural Science Award and the Ogano Award. Dr. Jingjing Jiang commitment to scientific innovation is reflected in her portfolio of 9 patents, 2 consultancy projects, and 1 published book, demonstrating both academic depth and industrial relevance. Her research impact is evidenced by 2,220 citations from 1,977 documents, 43 publications, and an h-index of 26, highlighting her strong international influence in the field. As a Young Editorial Board Member for several high-impact journals, including Nano-Micro Letters, Research, and Water Purification Technology, she actively shapes scholarly communication in environmental science. A recognized Tang Aoqing Young Scholar and Young Growth Science and Technology Talent of Jilin Province, Dr. Jingjing Jiang continues to mentor future scientists and foster cross-disciplinary collaboration. Her leadership, innovation, and academic excellence exemplify her as an emerging global authority in environmental engineering and a deserving candidate for the Best Researcher Award.

Profiles: Scopus | Researchgate

Featured Publications

Jiang, J., Zhang, Y., Liu, Y., & Dong, S. (2025, March). Selective activation of peroxymonosulfate through gating heteronuclear diatomic distance for flexible generation of high-valent cobalt-oxo species or sulfate radicals.

Sun, T., Liu, Y., Li, J., & Dong, S. (2025, March). Radical and nonradical cocatalysis induced by asymmetric medium-spin cobalt single atom for water decontamination.

Jiang, J., Liu, S., Zhao, B., & Dong, S. (2025, February). Angstrom confinement-triggered adaptive spin state transition of CoMn dual single atoms for efficient singlet oxygen generation.

Zhao, Z., Jiang, J., Zhou, D., & Dong, S. (2025, January). Microalgal-based urea wastewater treatment with p-hydroxybenzoic acid enhances resource recovery and mitigates biological risks from bisphenol A.

Liu, Y., Jiang, J., Li, T., & Dong, S. (2024, December). Tuning charge distribution for synergistic enhancement of internal electric field in BiOCl via phosphorus–vanadium dual-doping.

Roger Falconer | Water Science | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Roger Falconer | Water Science | Best Researcher Award

Emeritus Professor of Water and Environmental Engineering, Cardiff University, United Kingdom 

Roger Falconer is an internationally renowned expert in Hydro-Environmental Modelling 🌊 and Flood Risk Modelling 🌧️. He serves as Emeritus Professor of Water and Environmental Engineering at Cardiff University and holds professorial roles in leading Chinese institutions 🇨🇳. As a Fellow of the Royal Academy of Engineering 🏅 and a Foreign Member of the Chinese Academy of Engineering, he has shaped water security strategies globally 🌍. With 7000+ Scopus citations and over 70 supervised PhDs, his contributions span academic, policy, and industrial applications in water systems, flooding, and tidal renewable energy ⚡.

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🎓 Education

Roger Falconer’s academic journey began with a BSc (Hons) in Civil Engineering from King’s College London 🎓, followed by a Master’s (MSCE) from the University of Washington 🇺🇸. He earned a PhD DIC from Imperial College London and later received prestigious higher doctorates: DEng from the University of Birmingham and DSc(Eng) from Imperial College London 📘. In 2022, he was awarded an Honorary Doctor of Engineering by the University of Bradford in recognition of his distinguished engineering leadership 🏗️.

💼 Experience

Roger Falconer began his academic career as a Lecturer in Hydraulic Engineering at the University of Birmingham (1977–86), advancing to Professor of Environmental Hydraulics and Department Head at the University of Bradford (1986–97) 🏫. At Cardiff University, he served as Professor (1997–2018) and now holds the title of Emeritus Professor. Internationally, he has held honorary roles in leading Chinese universities and advised major institutions on hydro-environmental issues 🌐.

🔬 Research Interest

His research focuses on Hydro-Environmental Modelling, Flood Risk Modelling, Tidal Renewable Energy, and Global Water Security 🌐. Roger pioneered modelling tools such as DIVAST, a key engine in the widely used Flood Modeller software 💻. His models support over 100 global environmental impact assessments and are used by 60+ academic institutions worldwide 🌍. His recent work expands to tidal lagoons and barrages, helping shape sustainable water infrastructure for the future 🌊.

🏆 Awards

Roger Falconer is a Fellow of four prestigious academies, including the Royal Academy of Engineering (1997) and the Chinese Academy of Engineering (2019) 🌟. He has received multiple honorary memberships and chaired the REF2014 Civil Engineering panel in the UK 🇬🇧. As a prolific speaker, he’s delivered 40+ keynotes and held lectures at 570+ institutions worldwide. His impact on water engineering has been recognized globally through awards, lectureships, and scientific advisory roles 🥇.

📚 Publications

Modelling and Forecasting Processes in Urban Environments (2025) – Hydrology
📑 Cited by: TBD

An Approach for IoT-Based Smart Sensors Placement (2025) – EGU
📑 Cited by: TBD

Monsoonal Extreme Rainfall in Southeast Asia: A Review (2024) – Water
📑 Cited by: TBD

Impact of West Somerset Lagoon on Water Renewal (2024) – EGU
📑 Cited by: TBD

The Influence of Open Boundary Location on Tidal Lagoon Modelling (2023) – EGU
📑 Cited by: TBD

Dynamic Tracing of Fecal Bacteria Using 2D/3D Models (2022) – River
📑 Cited by: TBD

A Unified Formula for Discharge Capacity of Street Inlets (2022) – Journal of Hydrology
📑 Cited by: 5+

Flood Risk Assessment of People and Vehicles (2022) – Science of The Total Environment
📑 Cited by: 10+

Water Security: Why We Need Global Solutions (2021) – Engineering
📑 Cited by: 25+

Tidal Energy Generation Schemes Using Genetic Algorithms (2021) – Applied Energy
📑 Cited by: 15+

Conclusion

Roger Falconer is highly deserving of the Best Researcher Award due to his remarkable contributions to hydro-environmental modelling, his substantial academic output, and his leadership within the field. His models and research have global relevance, especially in addressing complex issues related to water security and sustainable development. With continued collaboration in interdisciplinary fields, Falconer has the potential to influence future water management strategies and policies on a global scale.