Shivukumar Rakkasagi | Climate Change | Young Scientist Award

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Dr. Shivukumar Rakkasagi | Climate Change | Young Scientist Award

Indian Institute of Technology Indore | India

Dr. Shivukumar Rakkasagi is a dedicated researcher and educator in the Department of Civil Engineering at the Indian Institute of Technology Indore, India. He holds a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from the same institution, an M.Sc. in Geoinformatics from Karnataka State Rural Development and Panchayat Raj University, and a B.E. in Civil Engineering from Visvesvaraya Technological University. His research focuses on hydroclimatic extremes, wetland resilience, and geospatial-AI integration for climate risk assessment and sustainable environmental management. Dr. Shivukumar Rakkasagi has contributed to the understanding of climate-induced hazards affecting Ramsar wetlands and biodiversity through novel frameworks combining hydrology, AI, and socio-technical perspectives. His previous experience includes roles at the Indian Institute for Human Settlements, Punjab Remote Sensing Centre, and the Indian Space Research Organisation, where he developed expertise in remote sensing, GIS, and environmental modeling. He has co-authored numerous high-impact journal papers and book chapters published by Springer, Elsevier, and Nature, contributing significantly to climate resilience research. With 136 citations across 81 documents, 12 publications, and an h-index of 6, his scholarly impact continues to grow in the field of environmental sciences. Dr. Shivukumar Rakkasagi has been recognized with multiple prestigious honors, including national fellowships, best presentation awards, and scientific distinctions for excellence in Earth and environmental sciences. He actively serves as a reviewer for international journals such as Scientific Reports, Remote Sensing of Environment, and Water Resources Management and is a member of various professional and scientific societies. His interdisciplinary work bridges research and policy, fostering sustainable solutions for climate adaptation, ecosystem protection, and water resource resilience.

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Featured Publications

Goyal, M. K., Gupta, A. K., Jha, S., Rakkasagi, S., & Jain, V. (2022). Climate change impact on precipitation extremes over Indian cities: Non-stationary analysis. Technological Forecasting and Social Change, 180, 121685.

Rakkasagi, S., Goyal, M. K., & Jha, S. (2024). Evaluating the future risk of coastal Ramsar wetlands in India to extreme rainfalls using fuzzy logic. Journal of Hydrology, 632, 130869.

Goyal, M. K., Rakkasagi, S., Shaga, S., Zhang, T. C., Surampalli, R. Y., & Dubey, S. (2023). Spatiotemporal-based automated inundation mapping of Ramsar wetlands using Google Earth Engine. Scientific Reports, 13(1), 17324.

Rakkasagi, S., Poonia, V., & Goyal, M. K. (2023). Flash drought as a new climate threat: Drought indices, insights from a study in India and implications for future research. Journal of Water and Climate Change, 14(9), 3368–3384.

Goyal, M. K., Gupta, A. K., Das, J., Jain, V., & Rakkasagi, S. (2023). Heatwave magnitude impact over Indian cities: CMIP 6 projections. Theoretical and Applied Climatology, 154(3), 959–971.

Salar Salah Muhy Al-Din | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Salar Salah Muhy Al-Din | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor | Arkin University of Creative Arts and Design | Turkey

Assist. Prof. Dr. Salar Salah Muhy Al-Din is a distinguished academic and researcher in architecture and sustainable design, currently serving in the Faculty of Design at Arkin University of Creative Arts and Design, Kyrenia, Northern Cyprus. He holds a B.Eng. in Civil and Surveying Engineering from the University of Baghdad, an M.Sc. in Sustainable Architecture from Bharaty Vidyapeeth University, India, and a Ph.D. in Architecture from Girne American University, North Cyprus. His research focuses on sustainable and climate-responsive architectural design, indoor thermal comfort, and the integration of smart and salutogenic design principles in buildings. He has contributed extensively through teaching undergraduate and postgraduate courses, supervising Master’s theses on energy optimization, healthcare architecture, and project management, and publishing in top-tier international journals on thermal comfort, sustainable building materials, and smart design policies. Assist. Prof. Dr. Salar Salah Muhy Al-Din has initiated and led scientific projects including the establishment of the Journal of Salutogenic Architecture and regional collaborations for sustainable city planning in Kurdistan. He has received awards for innovative design projects and best paper presentations at international architecture conferences. He serves as Editor-in-Chief and editorial board member of multiple journals, session chair at global conferences, and is an active member of professional organizations such as the Iraqi Engineers Union, Kurdistan Engineers Union, and international smart city networks. His work bridges practical architectural solutions with environmental sustainability, influencing policy, urban planning, and the next generation of architects through innovative research and education. He has 22 citations by 19 documents with an h-index of 3.

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Featured Publications

Amen, M. A., Afara, A., & Muhy-Al-Din, S. S. (2024). The persuasibility of globe thermometer in predicting indoor thermal comfort using non-standard globe diameter: Row houses of semi-arid climates as case studies. Civil Engineering and Architecture, 12(1), 425–435.

Muhy Al-Din, S. S. (2017). The influence of Mediterranean modernist movement of architecture in Lefkosa: The first and early second half of 20th century. Journal of Contemporary Urban Affairs, 1(1), 10–23.

Shawkat, L. W., Al-Din, S. S. M., & Kuzovic, D. (2018). Opportunities for practicing sustainable building construction in Kurdistan region, Iraq. Journal of Contemporary Urban Affairs, 2(1), 69–101.

Muhy Al-Din, S. S., Iranfare, M., & Surchi, Z. N. S. (2017). Building thermal comfort based on envelope development: Criteria for selecting right case study in Kyrenia-North Cyprus. Energy Procedia, 115, 80–91.

Muhy Al-Din, S. S. (2019). Evaluation of the sustainable aspects in housing sector to overcome housing stress in Northern Iraq. Journal of Contemporary Urban Affairs.

Jung Eun Park | biomass | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Jung Eun Park | biomass | Best Researcher Award

Senior Research Engineer, Institute for Advanced Engineering/Bio Resource Recirculation Center, South Korea

Dr. Jung Eun Park is a distinguished Senior Research Engineer at the Bio Resource Recirculation Center, Institute for Advanced Engineering, South Korea. With a robust background in chemical engineering and sustainable material development, she has been pivotal in pioneering green technologies for resource recycling and catalytic processes. Her dynamic research spans biomass valorization, hydrogen energy, lithium-air batteries, and environmental catalyst innovations. 🌱🔬🇰🇷

Professional Profile

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🎓 Education

Dr. Park earned her Ph.D. in Energy System Research and Chemical Engineering from Ajou University (2010–2014), focusing on size-controlled catalysts for oxidation reactions. She completed her M.S. in Industrial Chemistry at Chungnam National University (2005–2007), researching hydrogen iodide decomposition on platinum. Her academic journey began with a B.S. in Chemical Engineering from Kyung-il University (2001–2005), laying a strong foundation for her future contributions. 📘🎓🔍

💼 Experience

Dr. Park’s research career spans premier institutions. Since 2017, she has served as a Senior Research Engineer at the Institute for Advanced Engineering, leading key projects on organic waste recycling, odor control, and catalytic system development. She has also contributed as a Postdoctoral Researcher at Korea University (2014–2015) and as a Research Assistant at Ajou University, KRICT, and KIER. Her experience covers diverse domains like electrochemical systems, biochar valorization, and methane reforming. 🧪🏢⚙️

🔬 Research Interests

Dr. Park’s research interests cover sustainable technologies including biomass-based high surface area activated carbon, silica synthesis from rice husk, hydrogen fuel technologies, CO oxidation catalysts, lithium-air batteries, and catalytic membrane separation. She has developed processes to convert biochar into silicon carbide and alternative battery anodes, advancing green chemistry and energy solutions. Her commitment to low-carbon, zero-waste systems underlines her innovative spirit. 🌍♻️⚛️

🏆 Awards

Dr. Park has been honored with several accolades including the Best Paper Award (Korea Society of Energy Engineering, 2014), Best Presentation Awards (2012 & 2014), and the prestigious BK-21 Graduate Fellowship from the Ministry of Education (2010–2014). During her undergraduate studies, she consistently received GPA scholarships at KIU. Her achievements reflect both academic excellence and impactful scientific contributions. 🏅📜🌟

📚 Top Noted Publications

🔗 Efficient Removal of Acetaldehyde Using KOH‑Activated Adsorbents Derived from Pyrolysis Char of Waste Cigarette Filters — Korean Journal of Chemical Engineering, 2025.
Cited by environmental waste processing studies.

🔗 Optimization of Spent Coffee-Based Activated Carbon Production — Energies, 2024.
Referenced in sustainability and upcycling research.

🔗 Porosity and Crystallinity Effects on Electrochemical Capacitors — Materials Research Express, 2024.
Cited by battery materials research.

🔗 Adsorption of THC Gases on Activated Carbon — Materials, 2024.
Cited by low-boiling-point gas treatment studies.

🔗 Odor Removal from Medical Waste Using Plasma System — Journal of Energy & Climate Change, 2023.
Widely cited in waste odor control technologies.

Conclusion

Dr. Jung Eun Park is highly suitable for the Best Researcher Award. Her career demonstrates dedicated innovation in sustainable technologies, environmental engineering, and applied chemical research with tangible societal benefits. Minor expansions in global collaboration and science communication would further elevate her already remarkable profile.

Assiya Ansabayeva | ecology | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc Prof Dr. Assiya Ansabayeva | ecology | Best Researcher Award

Researcher, Associate Professor, «AKHMET BAITURSYNULY Kostanay Regional University», Faculty of Agricultural Sciences, Kazakhstan

🌍 Dr. Ansabayeva Assiya is a passionate environmental scientist and associate professor at «Akhmet Baitursynuly Kostanay Regional University,» Faculty of Agricultural Sciences. With over 14 years of academic experience, her research focuses on ecology, environmental management, and sustainable agriculture. She actively contributes to international projects like Erasmus+ and Bolashak while being a prolific author with a Hirsch Index of 5. 🌱✨

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Education

🎓 Dr. Ansabayeva holds a strong academic foundation, having completed advanced training under the prestigious Bolashak Program in 2023. Her educational pursuits have honed her expertise in agroecology, crop production, and organic farming. 🌾📘

Experience

💼 Dr. Ansabayeva has participated in diverse projects, from restoring degraded pastures to developing sustainable agricultural technologies. She has served as a senior researcher and project leader for initiatives funded by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Ministry of Agriculture of Kazakhstan, and Erasmus+. Her work focuses on innovative crop rotation practices and ecological conservation. 🌿🔬

Research Interests

🔍 Her research interests span ecology, rational use of natural resources, organic farming, and crop production. She actively investigates sustainable agricultural practices to enhance soil fertility, biodiversity, and environmental health. 🌎🌾

Awards

🏆 Dr. Ansabayeva has received numerous accolades, including the Bolashak International Scholarship (2023), the Diploma of Five New Persons of Kostanay Region (2021), and the Best Science Communicator Award (2021). She is also a member of the Alliance of Young Scientists and actively engages in public and university life. 🎖️📜

Publications

The Phytophthora infestans effector Pi05910 suppresses and destabilizes host glycolate oxidase StGOX4 to promote plant susceptibility
Molecular Plant Pathology, 2024, 25(11). Co-author.

Studying the Combined Impact of Salinity and Drought Stress-Simulated Conditions on Physio-Biochemical Characteristics of Lettuce Plant
Horticulturae, 2024, 10(11). Corresponding Author.

Biological Products Sway the Yield and Quality Traits of Chickpea (Cicer arietinum L.) in a Continental Climate
Sabrao Journal of Breeding and Genetics, 2024, 56(1). Author.

Cultivation of peas, Pisum sativum L. in organic farming
Caspian Journal of Environmental Sciences, 2023, 21(4). Author.

Influence of crop rotation, the treatment of crop residues, and the application of nitrogen fertilizers on soil properties and maize yield
Soil Science Society of America Journal, 2024, 88(6). Co-author.

Dr. Alis Shbaita | Sustainability | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Alis Shbaita | Sustainability | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Alis Shbaita, Near East University, Cyprus

Alice Shbaita is a passionate and optimistic professional with expertise in Interior Architecture. With over two decades of experience in teaching and practice, she is committed to lifelong learning and refining her design skills. Alice is known for her dedication to enhancing her clients’ environments through creative and functional design solutions.

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Alice Shbaita has a strong background in interior architecture with diverse experience in academia and the professional industry, which makes her a good candidate for the “Best Researcher Award.” Here’s an analysis:

Strengths for the Award

Academic Credentials: Pursuing a PhD in Interior Architecture, with a Master’s and Bachelor’s in Interior Design.

Research Publications: Published in international journals, including articles on environmental challenges and biophilic design, demonstrating a commitment to sustainability.

Professional Experience: Significant practical experience, from junior to chief interior designer roles across multiple countries (Jordan, Saudi Arabia, Palestine).

Technical Skills: Proficient in essential design tools like AutoCAD, Photoshop, and 3D Max, along with project management and concept development.

Multicultural Expertise: Experience in various cultures, which enhances her design sensitivity and adaptability.

Areas for Improvement

Focused Research Scope: Expanding her research to cover emerging trends in design technology or human-centered design could increase her academic impact.

Publication Impact: Publishing in more high-impact journals would further elevate her academic profile.

Leadership in Academia: A more prominent leadership role in academic or professional associations could strengthen her candidacy.

🎓 Education

  • Ph.D. in Interior Architecture (2020 – Present)
    Near East University, Lefkosa, Cyprus
  • Master’s in Interior Design (2013 – 2016)
    World Islamic Sciences and Education University, Amman, Jordan
  • Bachelor’s in Interior Design (1999 – 2003)
    An-Najah National University, Nablus, Palestine

💼 Experience

  • Lecturer – Interior Design (2018 – 2019)
    Applied Science Private University, Amman, Jordan
  • Chief Interior Designer (2010 – 2013)
    Arkan Engineering Consulting Office, Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia
  • Senior Interior Designer (2009 – 2010)
    Alaa Hariri Engineering Office, Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia
  • Junior Interior Designer (2004 – 2009)
    Al Raed Engineering Consulting Office, Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia
  • Junior Interior Designer (2003 – 2004)
    Venice Engineering Consulting Office, Nablus, Palestine

🔬 Research Interest

Alice’s research interests focus on biophilic design and sustainable architecture, with an emphasis on integrating nature-inspired elements into interior spaces. She is also passionate about exploring environmental challenges in design, particularly in the context of the Middle East.

🏆 Awards & Certificates

Leadership Skills and Charisma (2010)
Chamber of Commerce

IELTS (2019)

📚 Publication Top Notes

An Evidence-Based Assessment of Biophilic Interior Design in a Traditional Context: The Case of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Evaluation of Environmental Challenges of Jordan

Conclusion

Alice’s blend of academic, research, and practical experience makes her a strong contender for the “Best Researcher Award.” With a focus on further strengthening her research portfolio and leadership roles, she could solidify her standing in the academic and design communities.