Amin Arzhangi | Environmental Science | Research Excellence Award

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Mr. Amin Arzhangi | Environmental Science | Research Excellence Award

Mr. Amin Arzhangi | University of Bojnord | Iran

Amin Arzhangi is a dedicated Master’s student in Water Engineering and Hydraulic Structures at the University of Bojnord, recognized for academic excellence with a top-class ranking and strong research productivity. His work spans interdisciplinary domains of hydrology, ecohydrology, environmental hydraulics, sedimentology, river engineering, and water quality assessment. He has developed a robust research profile through active involvement in advanced modeling, machine learning applications in environmental systems, and hydro-geomorphic analyses. His research contributions focus on critical issues such as hypoxia prediction in rivers and reservoirs, water quality index modeling, biodegradability assessment, sediment pollution, and river system hydraulics. He has authored numerous peer-reviewed papers in reputable international journals—including Nature Communications Sustainability, Science, and Ecosystem Health and Sustainability—with several manuscripts under review. His publications reflect methodological depth, spanning machine learning models, hydrological process modeling, reaeration estimation, and spatial analysis of riverine and coastal systems. His work has accumulated meaningful citations, demonstrating its contribution to the scientific community. In parallel to his academic research, he has presented at well-regarded international conferences in Turkey, Portugal, and Iran, addressing river morphology, organic carbon dynamics, and land-use impacts on water quality. He also contributes professionally as a reviewer for established journals such as Science of the Total Environment, Journal of Hydrology, Results in Engineering, and others, and serves on an editorial board. His applied skills include machine learning for environmental prediction, hydrodynamic and hydraulic modeling (HEC-RAS, QUAL2K, Hydrus), GIS and remote sensing, and programming in Python and R. He is actively engaged in multiple ongoing projects involving sediment source tracing, coastal ecosystem analysis, turbulence modeling, water quality forecasting, and remote sensing-based hydrological assessments. Through strong academic rigor, interdisciplinary collaborations, and impactful research output, he demonstrates a clear trajectory toward becoming an emerging researcher in water resources engineering and environmental hydro systems.

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Featured Publications

Partani, S., Arzhangi, A., Danandeh Mehr, A., Ezzati, F., & Saber, A. (2025). Integrated hydraulic and reaeration analysis for sustainable water quality management in river systems. SSRN. https://doi.org/10.2139/ssrn.5365496

Arzhangi, A., & Partani, S. (2025, November). A multi-scale framework for BOD5 prediction from water quality to hydro-geomorphic interpolation. iScience. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.isci.2025.114177

Arzhangi, A., Partani, S., Danandeh Mehr, A., Ezzati, F., & Saber, A. (2025, September 12). Instant water quality index (WQI) prediction via reaeration process and hydraulic parameters in the river system (Version 1) [Preprint]. Research Square. https://doi.org/10.21203/rs.3.rs-7481412/v1

Partani, S., & Arzhangi, A. (2025, August 17). Developing a reliable predictive model for the biodegradability index in industrial complex effluent. Scientific Reports, 15(1), 30108. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-025-15866-0

Arzhangi, A., & Partani, S. (2025, August 12). Development of a biodegradability index for urban rivers using detergent concentration: A case study from Tehran, Iran. American Journal of Environmental Science and Engineering, 458, Article 142521. https://doi.org/10.11648/j.ajese.20250903.17

Prof. Dr. Zhifei Li | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award | 2605

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Prof. Dr. Zhifei Li | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Zhifei Li | Pearl River Fisheries Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Fishery Sciences, Guangzhou | China

Zhifei Li is a distinguished researcher known for advancing aquaculture science, environmental engineering, and sustainable fisheries. His work spans freshwater pond healthy aquaculture, industrial recirculating aquaculture systems, ecological treatment of aquaculture tailwater, and large-water-area ecological fisheries. He has taken on significant scientific and advisory responsibilities within research institutions, engineering technology centers, and regional environmental governance bodies. His contributions are recognized through leadership roles in aquaculture pollution remediation, rural science and technology service, and expert consultation for large-scale aquaculture improvement initiatives. Zhifei Li has led numerous national and provincial research programs, including foundational research projects, key R&D initiatives, and regional technological innovation schemes. He has also collaborated on multiple multidisciplinary projects involving biofilm regulation, quorum sensing mechanisms, engineered bacteria, and low-temperature wastewater treatment systems for aquaculture. His research emphasizes practical and scalable solutions for improving water quality, enhancing aquaculture system efficiency, and promoting ecological fisheries development. Scientifically, his contributions are well-documented. He has authored 120 research documents, accumulating 1,756 citations from 1,362 citing documents, and holds an h-index of 23, reflecting strong academic influence. His publication record includes articles in recognized international journals, as well as contributions to several academic books. His innovation output features multiple authorized invention patents, software copyrights, and ongoing patented technologies with domestic and international relevance. Zhifei Li is also active in consultancy and industry-linked projects, providing technical solutions to aquaculture enterprises and environmental management programs. His collaborations extend to engineered microbial systems for wastewater treatment and biofilm regulation. Professionally, he serves in important roles within committees related to aquaculture environment and wastewater treatment and contributes to the development of future researchers as a supervisor in advanced academic programs.

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Featured Publications

Li, J., Ma, J., Li, Z., Xie, J., Zhang, Y., Yu, M., Xia, Y., Gong, W., Zhang, K., Wang, G., et al. (2025). C4-HSL drives rapid biofilm formation in low-temperature aquaculture effluent: Strengthening structural stability of biofilm and improving nitrogen removal efficiency. Environmental Research. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.envres.2025.122408

Li, J., Ma, J., Li, Z., Xie, J., Zhang, Y., Yu, M., Xia, Y., Gong, W., Zhang, K., Wang, G., et al. (2025). C4-HSL drives rapid biofilm formation in low-temperature aquaculture effluent: Strengthening structural stability of biofilm and improving nitrogen removal efficiency. SSRN. https://doi.org/10.2139/ssrn.5237275

Zhang, W., Ji, M., Wang, B., Xie, J., Wang, G., Gong, W., Li, H., Xia, Y., Zhang, K., Li, Z., et al. (2025). Comparative analysis of muscle metabolomics and gut microbiome provides new insights into the high fat intolerance mechanism of juvenile grass carp (Ctenopharyngodon idella). Aquaculture Reports. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.aqrep.2025.102864

 Zhang, K., Luo, Y.-M., Xie, J., Gong, W.-B., Li, Z.-F., Xia, Y., Xie, W.-P., Tian, J.-J., Li, H.-Y., Wang, G.-J., et al. (2025). Effect of complex carbon sources on the vertical distribution and exchange flux of nitrogen nutrient at the sediment–water interface. SSRN. https://doi.org/10.2139/ssrn.5098069

Tian, J., Wang, B., Ji, M., Gong, W., Li, H., Xia, Y., Zhang, K., Li, Z., Xie, W., Wang, G., et al. (2025). Effects of berberine combined with Pennisetum sinese Roxb meal on growth, hepatic lipid metabolism, and intestinal health of grass carp (Ctenopharyngodon idella). Aquaculture Reports. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.aqrep.2025.102702

 Wang, Z., Xie, J., Wang, G., Li, Z., Zhang, K., He, Z., Tian, J., Xie, W., Li, H., & Xia, Y., et al. (2025). Effects of Clostridium butyricum or Chinese herbal preparation on hepatic antioxidant capacity, immune function, and gut microbiota of bullfrog tadpoles and froglets (丁酸梭菌或中草药制剂对牛蛙蝌蚪和幼蛙肝脏抗氧化能力、免疫功能及肠道菌群的影响). Chinese Journal of Animal Nutrition. https://doi.org/10.12418/CJAN2025.438

Mahdi Salehi | Energy Sustainability | Editorial Board Member

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Prof. Dr. Mahdi Salehi | Energy Sustainability | Editorial Board Member

Prof. Dr. Mahdi Salehi | Ferdowsi University of Mashhad | Iran

Dr. Mahdi Salehi is a highly respected Professor of Accounting at Ferdowsi University of Mashhad, known for his extensive scholarly contributions to the fields of auditing, financial management, and corporate governance. Born in Hidaj City, Zanjan Province, he has established a strong academic presence through a combination of rigorous research, influential teaching, and active engagement in the professional accounting community. Dr. Salehi’s academic background includes degrees in business management, financial management, and accounting. His early academic work explored the role of financial intermediaries in supporting companies listed on the Tehran Stock Exchange, while his doctoral research examined the corporate audit expectation gap in Iran. These foundational studies helped shape his research trajectory and continue to inform his scholarly outlook. His research interests encompass financial management, ownership structure, auditing, banking, corporate governance, and capital markets. He has authored an extensive body of publications in well-regarded refereed and indexed journals. His work addresses key issues such as audit expectations, audit independence, fraud detection, capital market behavior, financial distress prediction, customer satisfaction in banking and insurance, and the relationship between corporate governance structures and organizational performance. Dr. Salehi’s research often focuses on emerging markets, offering valuable insights into the dynamics of financial systems, regulatory environments, and organizational behavior. His comparative studies—particularly those examining audit practices across different countries—have contributed to a deeper global understanding of audit quality and stakeholder expectations. He is fluent in English, Farsi, and Turkish, enabling him to collaborate widely and contribute to international academic dialogue. With active profiles on major scholarly platforms such as Google Scholar and Scopus, Dr. Salehi is recognized for the reach and impact of his research. Through continuous publication, academic leadership, and engagement with diverse research themes, he has become a prominent and influential voice in the field of accounting.

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Featured Publications

Salehi, M., & Rostami, V., & Mogadam, A. (2010). Usefulness of accounting information system in emerging economy: Empirical evidence of Iran. International Journal of Economics and Finance, 2(2), 186–195.

Salehi, M., & Alipour, M. (2010). E-banking in emerging economy: Empirical evidence of Iran. International Journal of Economics and Finance, 2(1), 201–209.

Alipour, M., Salehi, M., & Shahnavaz, A. (2009). A study of on the job training effectiveness: Empirical evidence of Iran. International Journal of Business and Management, 4(11), 63–68.

Hemmatfar, M., Salehi, M., & Bayat, M. (2010). Competitive advantages and strategic information systems. International Journal of Business and Management, 5(7), 158–168.

Salehi, M., Fakhri Mahmoudi, M. R., & Daemi Gah, A. (2019). A meta-analysis approach for determinants of effective factors on audit quality: Evidence from emerging market. Journal of Accounting in Emerging Economies, 9(2), 287–312.

Shailendra Pratap Singh | Environmental Science | Editorial Board Member

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Mr. Shailendra Pratap Singh | Environmental Science | Editorial Board Member

Mr. Shailendra Pratap Singh |  Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar University | India

Shailendra Pratap Singh is an emerging researcher in Atmospheric Chemistry with a specialized focus on bio-aerosols and the biochemical and physical characteristics of particulate matter (PM₂.₅ and PM₁₀). He is currently pursuing a Ph.D. at Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar University, Agra, where his research centers on understanding the chemical composition, microbial load, and environmental behavior of airborne particulates in urban regions. His academic foundation includes an M.Phil. in Chemistry with research on toxic metal levels in maternal and neonatal biological samples, and an M.Sc. in Chemistry, both from the same university. He has hands-on expertise with advanced aerosol and air-quality monitoring instruments, including the Grimm Aerosol Spectrometer, SKC Sioutas Cascade Impactor, Dichotomous Sampler, Fine Particulate Sampler, and Aerosol Black Carbon Monitor. His technical experience is supported by more than two and a half years as a Post Project Assistant in a state-funded research project focusing on indoor and outdoor particulate pollution in school environments and its associated health impacts. Shailendra has published research in prominent journals covering aerosol chemistry, metal concentrations in particulate matter, morphology of primary aerosol particles, seasonal pollution patterns, and black carbon variability. His contributions also include a book chapter with Springer on the geographic distribution and transport of atmospheric particulate matter. He has actively engaged in national training programs, workshops, and conferences organized by premier institutions such as IIT Delhi, IITM Pune, CSIR-NPL, CSIR-NEERI, and UNESCO-affiliated bodies. His scientific work has been recognized through conference presentations and awards, including Best Oral Presentation at an international conference. He has also been awarded the prestigious International Travel Grant by the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) to present his work at the European Aerosol Conference 2025.

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Featured Publications

Singh, S. P., Gupta, A., Tripathi, T., & Taneja, A. (2025). Metal concentration in PM₂.₅ and PM₁₀ and their microbial nature in ambient air of Agra region during winter season. Trends in Environmental Sciences, 1(1), 8–15. https://doi.org/10.21124/tes.2025.08.15

Pipal, A. S., Kaur, P., Singh, S. P., Rohra, H., & Taneja, A. (2024). Morphology, aspect ratio, and surface elemental composition of primary aerosol particles at an urban region of India. Environmental Science and Pollution Research, 31, 47946–47959. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11356-024-34372-w

Rajouriya, K., Dubey, S., Singh, S. P., Tripathi, T., John, R., & Taneja, A. (2023). Levels of particulate matter, black carbon, and toxic gases (O₃, NO₂) in Taj City Agra and their health implications on human beings. Pollution, 9(3), 1208–1224. https://doi.org/10.22059/poll.2023.352851.1731

Pipal, A. S., Dubey, S., Singh, S. P., & Taneja, A. (2022). Geographical distribution and transport of atmospheric particulate matter. In Airborne Particulate Matter (pp. 29–46). Springer. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-16-5387-2_3

Pipal, A. S., Singh, S. P., Tripathi, T., & Taneja, A. (2022). Variations in black carbon and particulate matter (PM₁, PM₂.₅, and PM₁₀) during firecracker bursting episodes and biomass burning: A case study during the Diwali festival. Journal of Air Pollution and Health, 7(4), 347–360. https://doi.org/10.18502/japh.v7i4.11383

Nicola Cantasano | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Nicola Cantasano | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Nicola Cantasano | National Research Council of Italy | Italy

Dr. Nicola Cantasano’s research integrates marine biology, astrobiology, and freshwater ecosystem monitoring, focusing on developing innovative methodologies to measure, map, and interpret complex ecological systems on Earth and beyond. His work spans both marine and planetary environments, uniting biological and geological perspectives to enhance understanding of life’s signatures in diverse contexts. In marine science, he has made significant contributions to the taxonomy of seaweeds, monitoring of Posidonia oceanica meadows, and the management of beach-cast seagrasses, which are vital for Mediterranean coastal stability and biodiversity. His studies have also explored the surveillance of invasive algal species such as Caulerpa racemosa, contributing to regional environmental management and conservation strategies. Through the development of water mapping and ecological assessment methods, including the Indice di Funzionalità Fluviale (I.F.F.), he has advanced tools for evaluating the ecological status of fluvial systems, particularly within the Calabrian region. Dr. Cantasano’s research extends into astrobiology, where he investigates potential biosignatures on Mars by analyzing digital imagery from NASA missions. He explores analogies between terrestrial stromatolites—layered microbial structures formed by cyanobacteria—and Martian organosedimentary formations, proposing biogenic interpretations of textures observed in Martian rocks. This work contributes to the broader understanding of planetary habitability and the possible existence of ancient microbial life on Mars. His extensive publications cover topics such as marine and freshwater ecosystem management, coastal zone conservation, nutrient dynamics, and biogeochemical assessments. He has published in leading journals including Ocean & Coastal Management, International Journal of Astrobiology, Plant Biosystems, and Rendiconti Lincei. By bridging marine ecology and planetary science, his research provides innovative frameworks for sustainable ecosystem management on Earth and supports the scientific quest for life beyond it.

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Featured Publications 

Cantasano, N. (2025). Ecological and fluvial corridor of the Verri Stream as a connecting step in the Natura 2000 network along the Calabria coastal region, Italy. Environments, 12(11), 426. https://doi.org/10.3390/environments12110426

Cantasano, N., Di Martino, V., & Pellicone, G. (2024). The invasion of Caulerpa cylindracea Sonder 1845 in the Calabria coastal seas. Coasts, 4(1), 3. https://doi.org/10.3390/coasts4010003

Ietto, F., Pellicone, G., & Cantasano, N. (2023). Silting process and loss of Posidonia oceanica meadows in the Tyrrhenian waters of Calabria (Southern Italy). Sustainability, 15(17), 13102. https://doi.org/10.3390/su151713102

Ietto, F., Pellicone, G., & Cantasano, N. (2023, May 25). Silting process and loss of Posidonia oceanica meadows in the Tyrrhenian Calabria waters (Southern Italy). Preprints. https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202305.1751.v1

Cantasano, N. (2022). Marine pollution by microplastics in the Mediterranean Sea. Journal of Marine Science and Engineering, 10(7), 858. https://doi.org/10.3390/jmse10070858

Bentaallah, M. E. A., Taibi, N. E., & Cantasano, N. (2021). Additional new records of Caulerpa cylindracea Sonder 1845 along the West Algerian coasts. Indian Journal of Geo-Marine Sciences, 50(1), 97–103.*

Cantasano, N., Caloiero, T., Pellicone, G., Aristodemo, F., De Marco, A., & Tagarelli, G. (2021). Can ICZM contribute to the mitigation of erosion and of human activities threatening the natural and cultural heritage of the coastal landscape of Calabria? Sustainability, 13(3), 1122. https://doi.org/10.3390/su13031122

 

Ramzi Hadjab | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Ramzi Hadjab | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Ramzi Hadjab | University of Oum El Bouaghi | Algeria

Dr. Ramzi Hadjab is an accomplished ecologist and environmental researcher currently serving as a Doctor and Research Teacher at the University of Oum El Bouaghi, Algeria. With a Ph.D. in Ecology and Environment (2018), his academic journey reflects a deep commitment to understanding and protecting biodiversity in semi-arid and aquatic ecosystems. As an Associate Professor at the Functional Ecology and Environment Laboratory, Dr. Hadjab specializes in groundwater ecology, biodiversity conservation, and the ecological impacts of anthropogenic pressures. His extensive research, published in leading international journals, spans topics such as freshwater amphipods, water quality assessment, avifauna diversity, and the ecological effects of pollution. A frequent contributor to international conferences, he actively collaborates with multidisciplinary teams across North Africa and Europe. Proficient in statistical analysis, ecological modeling, and scientific illustration, Dr. Hadjab continues to advance the fields of ecology, environmental sustainability, and biodiversity monitoring through both his teaching and research.

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Featured Publications

Bourmada, A., Khammar, H., Hadjab, R., Chaffai, A., Bouchema, N., & Hamida, B. (2024). Integrated assessment of groundwater quality in Algeria’s Souk Ahras region: Implications for sustainable and management water for drinking and irrigation purpose. Desalination and Water Treatment, 320, 100827. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.dwt.2024.100827

Hadjab, R., Ayati, K., & Piscart, C. (2021). A new species of freshwater amphipods Echinogammarus (Amphipoda, Gammaridae) from Algeria. Taxonomy, 1(1), 36–47. https://doi.org/10.3390/taxonomy1010005

Nouidjem, Y., Hadjab, R., Khammar, H., Merouani, S., & Bensaci, E. (2021). Diversity, ecology and therapeutic properties of the medicinal plants in Ziban region (Algeria). Journal of Bioresource Management, 8(1), 4. https://doi.org/10.35691/jbm.1202.0163

Chiheb, L., Bensaci, E., Nouidjem, Y., & Hadjab, R. (2021). Spatio-temporal variation patterns of bird community in the oasis ecosystem of the north of Algerian Sahara. Journal of Bioresource Management, 8(1), 2. https://doi.org/10.35691/jbm.1202.0161

Hadjab, R. (2020). Impact of anthropic pressure on the quality and diversity of groundwater in the region of Sighus Oum-El-Bouaghi and El Rahmounia, Algeria. Journal of Bioresource Management, 7(3), 7.

Redjaimia, L., Hadjab, R., Khammar, H., Merzoug, D., & Saheb, M. (2020). Groundwater quality in two semi-arid areas of Algeria: Impact of water pollution on biodiversity. Journal of Bioresource Management, 7(3), 2. https://doi.org/10.35691/jbm.0202.0137

Ruchi Singh Parihar | Climate change | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Ruchi Singh Parihar | Climate change | Best Researcher Award

Assist. Prof. Dr. Ruchi Singh Parihar | CHRIST University | Bengaluru | India

Dr. Ruchi Singh Parihar is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Statistics and Data Science at CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Bangalore, and an Associate at the International Centre for Theoretical Physics (ICTP), Trieste, Italy. Her research bridges climate science, data analytics, and public health, with expertise in climate change impacts on human health, climate and atmospheric modeling, environmental epidemiology, and climate risk assessment. Holding a Ph.D. in Climate Change and Health from IIT Delhi, she applies statistical and dynamical modeling, remote sensing, and GIS techniques to explore the influence of climate variability on vector-borne diseases and environmental systems. Dr. Parihar is proficient in working with global climate models (GCMs), high-performance computing, and scientific programming tools, contributing to impactful publications in top-tier journals including Nature Scientific Reports, GeoHealth, and iScience. She has received multiple international research and travel grants from globally recognized institutions such as the NSF (USA), ICTP (Italy), IBS (South Korea), and Rutgers University (USA). As an active member of several international scientific organizations—AGU, EGU, AOGS, and ISNTD—she continues to promote interdisciplinary collaboration and innovative approaches toward climate resilience, sustainability, and global health.

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Featured Publications

Parihar, R. S., Bal, P. K., Saini, A., Mishra, S. K., & Thapliyal, A. (2022). Potential future malaria transmission in Odisha due to climate change. Scientific Reports, 12(1), 9048.

Singh Parihar, R., Bal, P. K., Kumar, V., Mishra, S. K., Sahany, S., Salunke, P., & Dhiman, R. C. (2019). Numerical modeling of the dynamics of malaria transmission in a highly endemic region of India. Scientific Reports, 9(1), 11903.

Bal, P. K., Dasari, H. P., Prasad, N., Salunke, P., & Parihar, R. S. (2021). Variations of energy fluxes with ENSO, IOD and ISV of Indian summer monsoon rainfall over the Indian monsoon region. Atmospheric Research, 258, 105645.

Parihar, R. S., Bal, P. K., Thapliyal, A., & Saini, A. (2022). Climate change projections and its impacts on potential malaria transmission dynamics in Uttarakhand. Journal of Communicable Diseases, 54(1), 47–53.

Parihar, R. S., Kumar, V., Anand, A., Bal, P. K., & Thapliyal, A. (2024). Relative importance of VECTRI model parameters in the malaria disease transmission and prevalence. International Journal of Biometeorology, 68(3), 495–509.

Hanin Othman | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

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Ms. Hanin Othman | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

Ms. Hanin Othman | The Pennsylvania State University | United States

Dr. Hanin Othman is an accomplished Architect, Researcher, and Designer whose work bridges sustainable architecture, environmental sensing, and computational design. Currently a Ph.D. Candidate in Architecture (Sustainability) at The Pennsylvania State University (USA), she explores innovative intersections between indoor environmental quality monitoring, IoT-based sensor technologies, robotics, and climate-responsive design. Her research advances the integration of low-cost, data-driven sensing systems for health-equitable and energy-efficient built environments, while also engaging in digital fabrication and robotic material processes that merge craft with computational design. She serves as a Graduate Teaching Assistant and Artist & Maker in Residence at Penn State’s College of Engineering, where she leads interdisciplinary workshops on Arduino-based environmental monitoring and IoT applications in architecture. Dr. Othman’s academic career spans over a decade, including extensive teaching and studio leadership at The Hashemite University (Jordan), where she taught across design studios, architectural theory, heritage conservation, and environmental systems. Her research contributions have earned her numerous accolades, including the ICDS Rising Researcher Award, Fox Scholar Award, Artists and Makers in Residence Fellowship, and Sustainability Graduate Student Award Nomination at Penn State. She also received the Best Master Thesis Published Paper Award from the University of Jordan  and the Best Graduation Project Award from The Hashemite University . Her scholarly output demonstrates her growing global recognition, with 45 citations across 45 documents and an h-index of 1, reflecting emerging influence in the fields of smart building systems, urban thermal comfort modeling, and IoT-driven architectural innovation. Through her interdisciplinary and human-centered approach, Dr. Othman continues to contribute to shaping a more sustainable, resilient, and health-conscious built environment aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

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Featured Publications

Othman, H., Sieves, G., Guimarães, T., & Azari, R. (2025). A calibration chamber framework for low-cost indoor air quality sensor validation. Building and Environment, 283, 113856. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.buildenv.2025.113856

Othman, H., Azari, R., & Guimarães, T. (2024). Low-cost IoT-based indoor air quality monitoring. Technology | Architecture + Design, 8(2), 2405403. https://doi.org/10.1080/24751448.2024.2405403

Othman, H., Sieves, G., Guimarães, T., & Azari, R. (2024, November 13). Development of a calibration chamber to evaluate the performance of a low-cost IAQ sensing device. In SIGraDi 2024 – Biodigital Intelligent Systems Conference.

Othman, H. (2023). Exploring low-cost sensors for indoor air quality (IAQ) monitoring. In C+++: Computation, Culture, and Context – Proceedings of the 11th International Conference of the Arab Society for Computation in Architecture, Art and Design (ASCAAD).

Imam, C. A., Othman, H. A. S., & Çapunaman, Ö. B. (2023). Robotic plaster carving: Formalizing subtractive detailing of plaster surfaces for construction and crafts. In Proceedings of the 41st International Conference on Education and Research in Computer Aided Architectural Design in Europe (eCAADe) (Vol. 1, pp. 397–406). https://doi.org/10.52842/conf.ecaade.2023.1.397

Xu Boyang | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Xu Boyang | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Xu Boyang | Zhejiang Financial College | China

Xu Boyang is a dynamic researcher specializing in soundscape ecology, environmental acoustics, and landscape architecture. With a Master’s degree in Landscape Architecture, he has developed a unique interdisciplinary approach integrating noise mitigation with spatial design aesthetics. His research explores how urban green spaces can be optimized to enhance acoustic comfort and psychological restoration. Xu’s recent projects include urban noise governance in Hangzhou and the award-winning Shuile Cave Cultural Heritage Soundscape Design in the West Lake Scenic Area. His studies, published in Scientific Reports, Applied Acoustics, and other journals, highlight the intersection of sound perception, spatial planning, and environmental psychology, earning him early academic recognition with 2 citations from 1 document and an h-index of 1 on Scopus.

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Featured Publications

Zhang, X., Li, Y., Chen, M., Wang, L., & Xu, B. (2025). Are natural soundscapes always beneficial? Evaluating the restorative qualities and influencing mechanisms of natural water soundscapes. Applied Acoustics. https://doi.org/xxxx

Jimmy Romanos | Energy Sustainability | Excellence in Research

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Dr. Jimmy Romanos | Energy Sustainability | Excellence in Research

Dr. Jimmy Romanos | Lebanese American University | Lebanon

Dr. Jimmy Romanos is an Associate Professor of Physics at the Lebanese American University, with a distinguished record in interdisciplinary research spanning thermal physics, materials science, and energy storage. He holds a Ph.D. in Physics from the University of Missouri, USA, and has extensive experience in both academia and industry, including leadership roles as a lead materials scientist in the U.S. and as a consultant in the energy sector. His research focuses on atomic-scale thermodynamic processes in gas adsorption, targeting applications such as carbon dioxide capture, methane and hydrogen storage, gas separation, and lead-free ceramics. Dr. Romanos has been recognized with the Shoman Award for Arab Researchers in Physics, becoming the first Lebanese physicist to receive this honor. He has led numerous funded projects, both intramural and extramural, and holds multiple patents in advanced carbon materials and gas storage technologies. With over a decade of prolific contributions through peer-reviewed publications, conference presentations, and industrial reports, his work bridges computational, theoretical, and experimental approaches to address critical challenges in energy and environmental technologies.

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Featured Publications

Romanos, J., Beckner, M., Rash, T., Firlej, L., Kuchta, B., Yu, P., Suppes, G., … (2012). Nanospace engineering of KOH activated carbon. Nanotechnology, 23(015401), 1–11. https://doi.org/10.1088/0957-4484/23/1/015401

Kuchta, B., Firlej, L., Mohammadhosseini, A., Boulet, P., Beckner, M., … Romanos, J. (2012). Hypothetical high-surface-area carbons with exceptional hydrogen storage capacities: Open carbon frameworks. Journal of the American Chemical Society, 134(36), 15130–15137. https://doi.org/10.1021/ja3062439

Romanos, J., Burress, J., Pfeifer, P., Rash, T., Shah, P., Suppes, G. (2012). High surface area carbon and process for its production. US Patent 20130190542A1.

Beckner, M., Romanos, J., Dohnke, E., … (2011). Analysis of hydrogen sorption characteristics of boron-doped activated carbons. Bulletin of the American Physical Society, 56.

Soo, Y. C., Beckner, M., Romanos, J., Wexler, C., Pfeifer, P., Buckley, P., … (2011). A high volume, high throughput volumetric sorption analyzer. Bulletin of the American Physical Society, 56(1), 20003.