Roshni Paul | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

Published on 04/11/202404/11/2024 by Academic Awards

Roshni Paul | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

Dr Roshni Paul, SP Jain, United Arab Emirates

Dr. Roshni Paul is an experienced academic with a robust background in teaching and research across the UK and UAE. She holds a PhD in Engineering and a Master’s in Education, alongside a Master’s in Nanotechnology. A Fellow of the Higher Education Academy, her expertise spans Environmental Engineering, Anaerobic Digestion, and Chemistry. Dr. Paul has authored over 20 publications and is adept in curriculum development and innovative teaching methods, including flipped classrooms. She actively engages with STEM education initiatives and has presented at numerous international conferences. 🌍📚🔬 Her commitment to fostering education and research makes her a valued contributor in her field.

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Education

Dr. Roshni Paul holds an impressive academic background, with a PhD in Engineering (2013–2018) and an MPhil in Engineering (2011–2013) from Birmingham City University, UK. She also earned a Master’s in Education (2014–2015) from the same institution. Prior to this, Dr. Paul completed her MSc in Nanotechnology (2008–2009) at the University of Teesside, UK, and a BSc in Chemistry (2005–2008) from Calicut University, India. Additionally, she is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (Advance HE) in the UK, reflecting her commitment to educational excellence and innovation. 🎓🔬✨

Experience

Dr. Roshni Paul is an experienced educator with a strong background in higher education, having taught and conducted research in the UK and UAE. She holds a BSc in Chemistry and an MSc in Nanotechnology, along with teaching qualifications including a Master’s in Education and a Postgraduate Certificate in Learning and Teaching in Higher Education. As a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (Advance HE), she specializes in subjects such as Chemistry, Environmental Engineering, and Education. Dr. Paul is adept in curriculum development and various teaching techniques, including flipped classrooms and online learning. She has authored 20 publications and actively supports STEM initiatives for girls in the UK. 📚🔬🌍👩‍🏫✨

Awards and Recognition

Dr. Roshni Paul has actively contributed to various prestigious conferences and programs throughout her career. In July 2021, she presented a compelling Soapbox presentation at the “Covid-19: An Unequal Impact” conference hosted by Birmingham City University. She successfully completed the Aurora Leadership Development Program for Higher Education in the UK from January to December 2020. Her accolades include the Early Career Researcher Travel Award from the British Psychological Society in 2019 and multiple Travel Grant awards from the Anaerobic Digestion Network (BBSRC) for early career researcher conferences from 2016 to 2018. Additionally, she received a travel grant to China for the 15th IWA World Congress on Anaerobic Digestion in 2017 and was honored with the Letitia Charlene Education Award in 2011. 🌍🎓✈️

Research Projects

Dr. Roshni Paul is an accomplished researcher focused on sustainable utilization of macroalgae in Indonesia through the Newton Fund Institutional Links Project at Universitas Brawijaya (2019-2020). She led the techno-economics team for the ALG-AD project, a three-year Interreg North West Europe initiative aimed at creating value from waste nutrients by integrating algal and anaerobic digestion technology (2017-2021). Additionally, Dr. Paul served as a co-investigator for the Biotechnology and Bio Sciences Research Council (BBSRC) Anaerobic Digestion Network, contributing to the design and development of a counter flow leach bed reactor for food waste anaerobic digestion (2017-2018). 🌱💧🌍

Publication top notes

Estimation of biogas production and the emission savings from anaerobic digestion of fruit-based agro-industrial waste and agricultural crops residues

Food waste to bioenergy: current status and role in future circular economies in Indonesia

Anaerobic digestion of micro and macro algae, pre-treatment and co-digestion-biomass—a review for a better practice

Optimisation of ultrasound pretreatment of microalgal biomass for effective biogas production through anaerobic digestion process

Effect of pre-treatment on anaerobic biodegradability of Gracilaria verrucosa

Potential of Gracilaria sp. as single-or co-digestion feedstock for biogas production

Feasibility of seaweed and agricultural crop waste resiudes as co-digestion feedstock

Younghan Yoon | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

Published on 29/08/202429/08/2024 by Academic Awards

Dr. Younghan Yoon | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Younghan Yoon, Korea Institute of Civil Engineering and Building Technology, South Korea

Dr. Younghan Yoon appears to be a strong candidate for the “Best Researcher Award” based on his educational background, professional activities, research experiences, and contributions to environmental engineering.

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Educational Background

Dr. Yoon holds a Doctor of Engineering degree from Yonsei University, focusing on environmental engineering, specifically developing activated carbon-impregnated materials for removing pollutants like fine dust and BTEX from the environment. His earlier education includes a Master’s degree from the Gwangju Institute of Science and Technology, where he studied the effects of cations on aerobic sludge granulation, and a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering from Korea University. His academic foundation is solid and directly relevant to environmental science and engineering.

Professional Activities

Dr. Yoon is an active member of several prestigious organizations, including the Korean Society of Environmental Engineering, the Korea Water Environment Society, and the Korean Society of Industrial-Academic Technology. His involvement in these organizations reflects his commitment to advancing environmental engineering research and sharing his expertise within the community.

Research Experience

Dr. Yoon’s research spans a wide range of critical environmental issues. He has led projects on disaster damage assessment and recovery quantification, urban coronavirus management, sustainable drinking water purification standards, food waste desalination, and phosphorus removal technology. His work addresses real-world environmental challenges, demonstrating both scientific innovation and practical applications.

Patents and Certifications

Dr. Yoon holds multiple patents related to water quality management and treatment technologies, including systems for water quality management, methods for improving water corrosiveness, and advanced oxidation processes. These patents showcase his ability to develop innovative solutions that can significantly impact environmental engineering practices.

Publication Top Notes

📄 “Development of an Air Filter to Remove Fine Dust from Indoor Air Using a Traditional Korean Paper, ‘Hanji’” (2024) – 1 citation
📄 “Development of Vulnerability Evaluation Technology for Environmental Facilities Focused on the Water Treatment Systems in South Korea” (2023)
📄 “Prediction and Interpretation of Water Quality Recovery after a Disturbance in a Water Treatment System Using Artificial Intelligence” (2022) – 5 citations
📄 “Development of a combined aerobic-anoxic and methane oxidation bioreactor system using mixed methanotrophs and biogas for wastewater denitrification” (2019) – 15 citations
📄 “Bio-Methanol production using treated domestic wastewater with mixed methanotroph species and anaerobic digester biogas” (2018) – 13 citations
📄 “Performance of activated carbon-impregnated cellulose filters for indoor VOCs and dust control” (2016) – 18 citations
📄 “Fabrication and characterization of micro-porous cellulose filters for indoor air quality control” (2016) – 16 citations
📄 “Control of indoor suspended microorganisms by UV and photocatalytic disinfection” (2015)
📄 “Photocatalytic degradation of trichloroethylene in aqueous phase using nano-ZNO/Laponite composites” (2013) – 40 citations
📄 “Analysis of changes in extreme weather events using extreme indices” (2011) – 5 citations

Conclusion

Dr. Younghan Yoon’s extensive academic background, active professional engagement, diverse research experience, and multiple patents make him a suitable and deserving candidate for the “Best Researcher Award.” His contributions to environmental engineering demonstrate both a deep understanding of complex environmental challenges and a commitment to developing sustainable solutions.

Saeed Sharafi | Environmental Science Award | Best Researcher Award

Published on 29/05/202429/05/2024 by Academic Awards

Assoc Prof Dr. Saeed Sharafi | Environmental Science Award | Best Researcher Award

Assoc Prof Dr. Saeed Sharafi, Arak University, Iran

An Assistant Professor at Arak University, Dr. Sharafi specializes in agroecology and crop production. With a Ph.D. from the University of Zabol, his research focuses on modeling, germination dynamics, and medicinal plant cultivation. He has extensive experience in agricultural administration, having managed various university farms and directed labs. Dr. Sharafi is a prolific researcher with numerous publications and active participation in conferences. His expertise spans diverse fields including soil science, meteorology, and organic farming. Fluent in English, he holds translations of agricultural textbooks and is a member of several professional societies.

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Education and Academic Qualifications 📚

Saeed Sharafi holds a PhD from the University of Zabol, focusing on agroecological zoning of crops in Iran. His research also includes an MS from the Industrial University of Shahroud and a BS from Arak University, both in agronomy and related fields. His expertise spans various aspects of crop production, seed dynamics, and ecological modeling.

Professional Experience 💼

As an Assistant Professor at Arak University, Sharafi has lectured on subjects like forage crop production, soil science, and organic farming. He has also held administrative roles, including managing agricultural farms and directing labs. His extensive research portfolio covers topics such as seed germination, climate change impacts, and energy efficiency in agriculture.

Research Focus 🔬

Saeed Sharafi’s research primarily focuses on the impacts of environmental stressors on crop physiology and agricultural systems. He investigates the effects of factors like salinity, drought, and chilling stress on seed germination, seedling growth, and agronomic traits of various crops. Additionally, his work extends to the evaluation of climate change trends, drought assessment, and the development of models for predicting evapotranspiration and drought features across different climates in Iran. Through his multidisciplinary approach, Sharafi contributes significantly to enhancing our understanding of sustainable agriculture practices and mitigating the adverse effects of environmental challenges on crop production.