Category: Biography

💼 Roles:

Associate Professor, Mechanical Engineering, Mohan Babu University, Former Assistant Professor, Mechanical Engineering, Sree Vidyanikethan Engineering College, Former Scheduling Engineer, Amarraja Batteries Pvt Ltd, Former Assistant Professor, SVCET

🔍 Research Interests:

Welding
Nontraditional/Traditional Machining Processes
Additive Manufacturing
Micro-Machining
Materials Processing

🎓 Education:

PhD in Mechanical Engineering (2022): Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, Anantapur, Dissertation: Numerical and Experimental Investigation of Laser Beam Welded Inconel 718 Alloy Joints, M.E. in CAD/CAM (2013): Chadalawada Ramanamma Engineering College, B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering (2006): S.V. University College of Engineering

💼 Work Experience:

Associate Professor: Mohan Babu University, 01/2023 – Present, Assistant Professor: Sree Vidyanikethan Engineering College, 06/2013 – 12/2022, Scheduling Engineer: Amarraja Batteries Pvt Ltd, 07/2008 – 01/2010, Assistant Professor: SVCET, 06/2007 – 07/2008

Publication:📝

Title: Optimization of wire spark erosion machining of Grade 9 titanium alloy (Grade 9) using a hybrid learning algorithm
Authors: Natarajan, M., Pasupuleti, T., Giri, J., Mallik, S., Sathish, T.
Journal: AIP Advances
Year: 2024
Volume: 14
Issue: 1
Article Number: 015319
Citations: 3

Title: Applications of Machine Learning in Supply Chain Management—A Review
Authors: Thejasree, P., Manikandan, N., Vimal, K.E.K., Sivakumar, K., Krishnamachary, P.C.
Book: Environmental Footprints and Eco-Design of Products and Processes
Year: 2024
Part: F1487
Pages: 73-82
Citations: 0

Title: Applications of Artificial Intelligence Tools in Advanced Manufacturing
Authors: Manikandan, N., Thejasree, P., Vimal, K.E.K., Sivakumar, K., Kiruthika, J.
Book: Environmental Footprints and Eco-Design of Products and Processes
Year: 2024
Part: F1427
Pages: 29-42
Citations: 0

Title: Requirements for the Adoption of Industry 4.0 in the Sustainable Manufacturing Supply Chain
Authors: Sivakumar, K., Dhyankumar, C.T., Cherian, T.M., Manikandan, N., Thejasree, P.
Book: Environmental Footprints and Eco-Design of Products and Processes
Year: 2024
Part: F1427
Pages: 185-201
Citations: 0

Title: Machinability of Titanium Grade 5 Alloy for Wire Electrical Discharge Machining Using a Hybrid Learning Algorithm
Authors: Natarajan, M., Pasupuleti, T., Giri, J., Mallik, S., Ray, K.
Journal: Information (Switzerland)
Year: 2023
Volume: 14
Issue: 8
Article Number: 439
Citations: 17

Title: Assessment of Machining of Hastelloy Using WEDM by a Multi-Objective Approach
Authors: Natarajan, M., Pasupuleti, T., Abdullah, M.M.S., Giri, P., Soleiman, A.A.
Journal: Sustainability (Switzerland)
Year: 2023
Volume: 15
Issue: 13
Article Number: 10105
Citations: 17

Title: Mechanical Properties Test of Graphene Concrete Based on Fuzzy Control Algorithm
Authors: Abdullah Hamad, A., Manikandan, N., Thejasree, P., Senkumar, M.R., Jain, S.K.
Conference: 2023 2nd International Conference on Smart Technologies for Smart Nation, SmartTechCon 2023
Year: 2023
Pages: 164-168
Citations: 0

Title: Optimization Algorithm of Road and Bridge Engineering Construction Management Based on Ant Colony Neural Network
Authors: Usha, V., Hamad, A.A., Manikandan, N., Biju, J., Chittapur, G.
Conference: 2023 2nd International Conference on Smart Technologies for Smart Nation, SmartTechCon 2023
Year: 2023
Pages: 1393-1397
Citations: 0

Nadia Koyratty | Epidemiology | Best Researcher Award

Published on 10/07/2024 by Young Scientists Awards

Dr. Nadia Koyratty | Epidemiology | Best Researcher Award

Dr at International Food Policy Research Institute, United States

Dr. Nadia Koyratty is a seasoned epidemiologist and data analyst specializing in global health and nutrition research across diverse socio-economic contexts. With a PhD in Epidemiology from the University at Buffalo and an MSc in Sustainable Management of Food Quality, she brings extensive expertise in study design, statistical modeling, and handling complex datasets. Currently an Associate Research Fellow at the International Food Policy Research Institute, Nadia excels in managing large-scale projects, conducting impact evaluations, and developing evidence-based interventions. Fluent in multiple languages, she is adept at collaborating with international stakeholders to drive public health advancements.

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🎓 Education:

PhD in Epidemiology and Environmental Health (2016-2021): University at Buffalo, NY, MSc in Sustainable Management of Food Quality (2013-2015): Erasmus Mundus Program, BSc (Hons) in Food Science and Technology (2008-2011): University of Mauritius

💼 Professional Experience:

Associate Research Fellow: International Food Policy Research Institute, Postdoctoral Research Associate: University of Maryland, New Mexico State University, Graduate Research Assistant: University at Buffalo, Nutrition Scientist: Nestle Research Centre

🏅 Awards and Honors:

Holger Schunemann Best Student Research Award, National Science Foundation (NSF) Travel Award, Various research and travel grants

📜 Selected Publications:

“Dietary predictors of urinary biomarkers of pyrethroids in the general population- A scoping review” – J Nutr, 2024. “A Mixed-Methods Approach to the Development of a Disaster Food Security Framework” – J Acad Nutr Diet, 2023. “Food insecurity, Water insecurity: Implementation and Maintenance of Minimum Infant Dietary Diversity in Rural Zimbabwe” – BMC Nutr, 2022

Publication:📝

Title: Sugar-sweetened soda consumption and total and breast cancer mortality: the Western New York Exposures and Breast Cancer (WEB) Study
Authors: N Koyratty, SE McCann, AE Millen, J Nie, M Trevisan, JL Freudenheim
Journal: Cancer Epidemiology, Biomarkers & Prevention
Year: 2021
Volume: 30
Issue: 5
Pages: 945-952
Citations: 15

Title: Food insecurity and water insecurity in rural Zimbabwe: development of multidimensional household measures
Authors: N Koyratty, AD Jones, R Schuster, K Kordas, CS Li, MNN Mbuya
Journal: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health
Year: 2021
Volume: 18
Issue: 11
Article Number: 6020
Citations: 11

Title: Prevalence, risk factors and short-term consequences of adverse birth outcomes in Zimbabwean pregnant women: a secondary analysis of a cluster-randomized trial
Authors: B Chasekwa, R Ntozini, JA Church, FD Majo, N Tavengwa, B Mutasa
Journal: International Journal of Epidemiology
Year: 2022
Volume: 51
Issue: 6
Pages: 1785-1799
Citations: 10

Title: Growth and growth trajectory among infants in early life: contributions of food insecurity and water insecurity in rural Zimbabwe
Authors: N Koyratty, R Ntozini, MNN Mbuya, AD Jones, RC Schuster, K Kordas
Journal: BMJ Nutrition, Prevention & Health
Year: 2022
Volume: 5
Issue: 2
Article Number: 332
Citations: 4

Title: A Mixed-Methods Approach to the Development of a Disaster Food Security Framework
Authors: LA Clay, N Koyratty, S Rogus, U Colón-Ramos, A Hossan, A Josephson
Journal: Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
Year: 2023
Volume: 123
Issue: 10
Pages: S46-S58
Citations: 2

Title: Food Insecurity and COVID-19 Food-Related Perceptions, Practices, and Problems: A 3-State Descriptive Study
Authors: N Koyratty, L Clay, S Penta, A Silver
Journal: Disaster Medicine and Public Health Preparedness
Year: 2023
Volume: 17
Article Number: e288
Citations: 2

Title: Association between long-term exposure to ambient air pollution and lesion ischemia in patients with atherosclerosis
Authors: M Xu, Z Hou, N Koyratty, C Huang, L Mu, K Zhu, G Yu, MJ LaMonte
Journal: Atherosclerosis
Year: 2024
Volume: 388
Article Number: 117422
Citations: 1

Title: Implementation and maintenance of infant dietary diversity in Zimbabwe: contribution of food and water insecurity
Authors: N Koyratty, MNN Mbuya, AD Jones, RC Schuster, K Kordas, CS Li
Journal: BMC Nutrition
Year: 2022
Volume: 8
Issue: 1
Article Number: 136
Citations: 1

Title: Attitude and practice correlates of food security transition during COVID-19
Authors: N Koyratty, IM Karaye, B Brenton, P Gadhoke, L Clay
Journal: Annals of Epidemiology
Year: 2022
Volume: 75
Pages: 84
Citations: 1

Title: Association between long-term exposure to ambient air pollution and lesion ischemia in atherosclerotic patients
Authors: N Koyratty, Z Hou, C Huang, B Lu, M Wang
Journal: ISEE Conference Abstracts
Year: 2021
Volume: 1
Citations: 1

Title: Households with special dietary needs experienced higher food access challenges and worries during COVID-19
Authors: N Koyratty, LA Clay, S Rogus
Journal: Journal of Hunger & Environmental Nutrition
Year: 2024
Pages: 1-15

Carlo Moro | Protein Biophysics | Best Researcher Award

Published on 10/07/2024 by Young Scientists Awards

Dr. Carlo Moro| Protein Biophysics | Best Researcher Award

Dr at Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil

Carlo Frederico Moro is a distinguished scientist with a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry from the Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul (2007), a Master’s in Cellular and Molecular Biology from the same institution (2010), and dual doctorates in Applied Life Science from Tokyo University of Agriculture and Technology (2014) and Neurosciences from Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Rio Grande do Sul (2023). His research spans biophysics of proteins, neuroscience, neurodegenerative diseases, neurotoxic proteins, liposomes, and proteome analysis. He has served as a research fellow and postdoctoral researcher at several prestigious institutions and contributed significantly to his fields of expertise through numerous scientific publications.

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🎓 Education:

PhD in Medicine and Health Sciences: Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Rio Grande do Sul (2023), PhD in Applied Life Science: Tokyo University of Agriculture and Technology (2014), Master’s in Cellular and Molecular Biology: Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul (2010), Bachelor’s in Chemistry: Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul (2007)

📚 Research Interests:

Biophysics of proteins, Neuroscience, Neurodegenerative diseases, Neurotoxic proteins, Liposomes, Proteome analysis

💼 Professional Experience:

Researcher: Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Rio Grande do Sul (2019 – Present), Research Assistant: Showa University (2014 – 2015), Researcher: Tokyo University of Agriculture and Technology (2011 – 2014), Researcher: Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul (2008 – 2010)

🔬 Expertise Areas:

Biological Sciences: Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Biophysics, Health Sciences: Medicine, Neuroscience

📜 Additional Certifications:

Continuing education in brewing and molecular biology techniques

🔎 Keywords: Alzheimer’s disease, Helicobacter pylori, urease, proteomics, Nelumbo nucifera

Publication:📝

Title: One enzyme, many faces: urease is also canatoxin
Authors: Moro, C.F., Nogueira, F.C.S., Almeida, C.G.M., Ligabue-Braun, R., Carlini, C.R.
Journal: Journal of Biomolecular Structure and Dynamics
Year: 2023
Volume: 41
Issue: 20
Pages: 10750–10761
Citations: 4

Title: Neurotoxic and convulsant effects induced by jack bean ureases on the mammalian nervous system
Authors: Almeida, C.G.M., Costa-Higuchi, K., Piovesan, A.R., Dal Belo, C.A., Carlini, C.R.
Journal: Toxicology
Year: 2021
Volume: 454
Article Number: 152737
Citations: 9

Title: Evaluation of drug repositioning by molecular docking of pharmaceutical resources available in the Brazilian healthcare system against SARS-CoV-2
Authors: Grahl, M.V.C., Alcará, A.M., Perin, A.P.A., Norberto de Souza, O., Ligabue-Braun, R.
Journal: Informatics in Medicine Unlocked
Year: 2021
Volume: 23
Article Number: 100539
Citations: 14

Title: Interaction of jack bean (Canavalia ensiformis) urease and a derived peptide with lipid vesicles
Authors: Micheletto, Y.M.S., Moro, C.F., Lopes, F.C., Carlini, C.R., da Silveira, N.P.
Journal: Colloids and Surfaces B: Biointerfaces
Year: 2016
Volume: 145
Pages: 576–585
Citations: 16

Kesiena Owebor | Energy | Best Scholar Award

Published on 09/07/202410/07/2024 by Young Scientists Awards

Dr. Kesiena Owebor| Energy | Best Scholar Award

Dr at Delta State University, Nigeria

Dr. Kesiena Owebor is a distinguished scholar specializing in sustainable and low-carbon energy. He holds a PhD in Energy and Thermofluid Engineering from the University of Port Harcourt, achieving a perfect CGPA of 5.00 in his master’s degree. As a lecturer at Delta State University, Nigeria, Dr. Owebor’s research encompasses energy modeling, renewable energy, fuel cell systems, and low-emission technologies. He led the Power Sector in Nigeria’s Deep Decarbonisation Pathway Project and the LT-LEDS. With over 20 publications and 400 citations, he is a recognized reviewer for Elsevier’s Applied Energy journal. Dr. Owebor’s work aims to advance energy transition and sustainability.

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🎓 Education:

PhD in Energy and Thermofluid Engineering: University of Port Harcourt (2022). M.Eng in Mechanical Engineering: University of Port Harcourt (2018) [CGPA 5.00/5.00]. B.Eng in Mechanical Engineering: University of Port Harcourt (2012)

🏫 Current Position: Lecturer, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Delta State University, Nigeria

📚 Research Interests: Energy modeling, renewable energy, fuel cell systems, thermal energy conversion, low-emission energy transition

📊 Research & Publications:

Publications: 20+ in Elsevier, Springer, Wiley, Taylor & Francis
Citations: 400+ (Google Scholar)
Reviewer: Elsevier’s Applied Energy journal

💼 Professional Experience:

Delta State University: Teaching and Research in Thermodynamics, Fluid Mechanics, Heat Transfer, Refrigeration, Air-Conditioning
Joint Energy Technology Inst.: Developing just transition roadmap and low emission scenarios for Nigeria

🏆 Awards & Recognitions:

Elsevier Reviewer Recognition (2019)
World Bank Africa Centre of Excellence Scholarship (2019)

📜 Additional Certificates:

COREN (2020)
Certificate of National Service (NYSC) (2013)

🎓 Institutions Attended:

University of Port Harcourt (PhD): 2018 – 2022, University of Port Harcourt (Master): 2014 – 2018, University of Port Harcourt (First degree): 2006 – 2012, Afiesere Secondary School, Afiesere: 1997 – 2003, Ogelle Primary School, Ughelli: 1991 – 1997

🎖️ Academic Certificates Obtained:

PhD in Energy and Thermofluid Engineering: 2022, M.Eng in Mechanical Engineering: 2018, B.Eng in Mechanical Engineering: 2012, National Examination Council (NECO): 2004 & 2005, Primary School Leaving Certificate: 1997

📜 Additional Certificates and Awarding Bodies:

Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN): 2020, Certificate of National Service (NYSC): 2013

🏆 Awards/Recognitions

Elsevier Reviewer Recognition: August 2019, World Bank Africa Centre of Excellence Scholarship: Doctoral Program, 2019

📈 Experiences

Department of Mechanical Engineering, Delta State University: 2020 – Present Teaching Thermodynamics, Fluid Mechanics, Heat Transfer, Refrigeration, Air Conditioning Supervising student projects Conducting research. Joint Energy Technology Institute – Centre for Climate Change and Development: Just Transition Roadmap: 2024 Nigeria Deep Decarbonisation Project and Nigeria Long Term Strategy: 2021 – 2023 Developing long-term low emission scenarios for Nigeria Modeling in the Low Emission Analysis Platform (LEAP) Interpreting LEAP results and macro-economic implications Aligning Nigeria’s NDC, Energy Transition Plan, and LT-LEDS

Publication:📝

Title: Energy, exergy, environmental and economic analysis of an agricultural waste-to-energy integrated multigeneration thermal power plant
Authors: OJ Ogorure, COC Oko, EO Diemuodeke, K Owebor
Journal: Energy Conversion and Management
Year: 2018
Volume: 171
Pages: 222-240
Citations: 121

Title: Thermo-environmental and economic analysis of an integrated municipal waste-to-energy solid oxide fuel cell, gas-, steam-, organic fluid-and absorption refrigeration cycle
Authors: K Owebor, COC Oko, EO Diemuodeke, OJ Ogorure
Journal: Applied Energy
Year: 2019
Volume: 239
Pages: 1385-1401
Citations: 109

Title: Power Situation and renewable energy potentials in Nigeria–A case for integrated multi-generation technology
Authors: K Owebor, EO Diemuodeke, TA Briggs, M Imran
Journal: Renewable Energy
Year: 2021
Volume: 177
Pages: 773-796
Citations: 43
Title: Thermo-economic and environmental analysis of integrated power plant with carbon capture and storage technology
Authors: K Owebor, EO Diemuodeke, TA Briggs
Journal: Energy
Year: 2022
Volume: 240
Article Number: 122748
Citations: 34
Title: Multi-criteria optimisation of integrated power systems for low-environmental impact
Authors: K Owebor, OE Diemuodeke, TA Briggs, OJ Eyenubo, OJ Ogorure, …
Journal: Energy Sources, Part A: Recovery, Utilization, and Environmental Effects
Year: 2022
Citations: 26
Title: Transport sector decarbonisation in the Global South: A systematic literature review
Authors: NV Emodi, C Okereke, FI Abam, OE Diemuodeke, K Owebor, …
Journal: Energy Strategy Reviews
Year: 2022
Volume: 43
Article Number: 100925
Citations: 20

Title: Geographic information systems (GIS) approach for assessing the biomass energy potential and identification of appropriate biomass conversion technologies in Nigeria
Authors: MO Ukoba, EO Diemuodeke, TA Briggs, M Imran, K Owebor, …
Journal: Biomass and Bioenergy
Year: 2023
Volume: 170
Article Number: 106726
Citations: 19

Title: Integration of perennial grass into energy mix as alternative to fuelwood in selected Niger Delta communities, Nigeria
Authors: MU Ajieh, K Owebor, LC Edomwonyi-Otu, IF Okafor
Journal: Biomass Conversion and Biorefinery
Year: 2021
Pages: 1-12
Citations: 12

Title: Optimal sites for agricultural and forest residues energy conversion plant using geographic information system
Authors: MO Ukoba, EO Diemuodeke, TA Briggs, M Imran, MM Ojapah, K Owebor, …
Journal: Heliyon
Year: 2023
Volume: 9
Issue: 9
Citations: 9

Parthankar Choudhury | Environment Conservation | Best Researcher Award

Published on 06/07/202410/07/2024 by Young Scientists Awards

Dr. Parthankar Choudhury| Environment Conservation | Best Researcher Award

Professor Parthankar Choudhury is the Dean and former Head of the Department of Ecology and Environmental Sciences at Assam University, Silchar. He graduated from G.C. College and completed his M.Sc. in Zoology from G.U. With 36 years of teaching and 28 years of research experience, he has published 102 papers, five books, and 56 popular science articles. He has supervised 19 Ph.D. and two M.Phil scholars, with six Ph.D. projects ongoing. His research focuses on wildlife and biodiversity conservation. An awardee of the ‘Friends of the Environment’ by the Government of Assam, he has attended and delivered talks at 210 seminars globally.

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🎓 Education:

Graduated from G. C. College (1984), M.Sc. in Zoology from G. U. (1987)

📚 Publications:

Papers: 102
Books: 5
Science-based popular articles: 56

👨‍🏫 Teaching Experience: 36 years

🔬 Research Experience: 28 years Produced 19 Ph.Ds and 2 M.Phils, Supervising 6 ongoing Ph.D. research works

🌳 Field of Interest: Wildlife and Biodiversity Conservation

🏆 Awards & Recognition

Friends of the Environment Award by Government of Assam (Awarded: August 15, 2022)

🌍 International Visits

Europe, Malaysia, Vietnam, Bangladesh, Nepal
Visiting Fellow at Rajiv Gandhi University, Arunachal Pradesh (April 1-15, 2016)

🎤 Seminars, Symposia, Conferences

Attended/Delivered Invited Talks: 210

🤝 Collaborations

Universities: Kerala, Periyar, Pondicherry, Kalyani, Burdwan, Goa, Bharathiar, Rajiv Gandhi, Gauhati, Mizoram, NE Hill University

📋 Memberships

International Primatological Society, USA, Zoological Society of Assam, SANIZE, Zoo Outreach Organization, Fellow, Society of Environmental Sciences, India, Executive Council Member, Assam University, Silchar, President, Governing Body, Cachar College, Silchar, Governing Body Member, Haflong Govt. College, Editorial Board Member, Journal of Life Science and Technologies, Editorial Board Member, The Indian Journal of Environment And Research, Life Member, Centre for Environment, Education and Economic Development, Member, Board of Research Studies, Assam University, Member, Board of Post Graduate Studies, Environmental Science, Assam University, Member, Board of Under Graduate Studies, Environmental Studies, Assam University, Chairman, E. P. Odum School of Environmental Science, Assam University, Member, District Level Expert Appraisal Committee, Hailakandi District, Assam, Chairman, Green Audit Team, Assam University, Member, Eco-forest Development Committee, Assam University, Member, Board of Post Graduate Studies, Department of Mathematics, AUS, Life Member, Vijnana Bharati

📊 Projects (Completed and Ongoing)

Pests of Tea and Control in Tea Agro-ecosystem
- Agency: UGC North East
- Period: 1998-2001
- Grant: ₹1.0 Lakh
SAP-DRS: Biodiversity Conservation
- Agency: UGC
- Period: 2009-2012
- Grant: ₹46.2 Lakhs
Status Survey of Western Hoolock Gibbon and Conservation Initiative
- Agency: UGC-MRP
- Period: 2013-2017
- Grant: ₹9.45 Lakhs
Status Survey and Conservation Needs of Primates
- Agency: International Primatological Society, USA
- Period: 2016-2017
- Grant: $2000
Habitat Restoration and Conservation of Gangetic Dolphin
- Agency: North East Council Secretariat (NEC) under DoNER Ministry
- Period: 2021-2024
- Grant: ₹24.89 Lakhs

Publication:📝

Importance of non-timber forest products (NTFPs) in rural livelihood: A study in Patharia Hills Reserve Forest, northeast India
- NR Talukdar, P Choudhury, RA Barbhuiya, B Singh
- Trees, Forests and People 3, 100042, 2021

Impact of pesticide use on the health of farmers: A study in Barak valley, Assam (India)
- KR Dey, P Choudhury, BK Dutta
- Journal of Environmental Chemistry and Ecotoxicology 5 (10), 269-277, 2013

Habitat suitability of the Asiatic elephant in the trans-boundary Patharia Hills Reserve Forest, northeast India
- NR Talukdar, P Choudhury, F Ahmad, R Ahmed, F Ahmad, H Al-Razi
- Modeling Earth Systems and Environment 6, 1951-1961, 2020

Conserving wildlife wealth of Patharia Hills reserve forest, Assam, India: A critical analysis
- NR Talukdar, P Choudhury
- Global Ecology and Conservation 10, 126-138, 2017

Assessment of forest health status using a forest fragmentation approach: A study in Patharia Hills Reserve Forest, northeast India
- NR Talukdar, R Ahmed, P Choudhury, NA Barbhuiya
- Modeling Earth Systems and Environment 6, 27-37, 2020

Diversity of Plankton in Maijan, Upper Assam Beel
- SKS Abujam, S Dakua, B Bakalial, AK Saikia, SP Biswas, P Choudhury
- Asian Journal of Experimental Biological Sciences 2 (4), 562-568, 2011

Avifaunal diversity in Assam University Campus, Silchar, India
- B Chakdar, P Choudhury, H Singha
- Journal of Threatened Taxa 8 (1), 8369-8378, 2016

Digital soil mapping: a predictive performance assessment of spatial linear regression, Bayesian and ML-based models
- AK Matazi, EE Gognet, RG Kakaï
- Modeling Earth Systems and Environment 10 (1), 595-618, 2024

Rapid screening for resistance of maize inbred and hybrid lines against southern corn leaf blight
- BN Shukuru, TS Archana, AM Kangela
- Journal of Phytopathology 171 (9), 452-469, 2023

Does Eucalyptus determine agricultural soil quality?
- AK Matazi, EK Luganda, SM Mukotanyi
- Cogent Food & Agriculture 9 (1), 2157115, 2023

Lee Mackenzie | Arts and Humanities | Best Researcher Award

Published on 06/07/2024 by Young Scientists Awards

Dr. Lee Mackenzie| Plant Pathology | Best Researcher Award

Dr at Liverpool Hope University United Kingdom

I hold a PhD in Education with over eight years of higher education experience in Switzerland, the UK, and Colombia. My extensive publication record includes articles in highly-ranked journals, and I am a Fellow of Advance HE. I bring nearly a decade of experience as a language teacher educator across four continents.

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Education 🎓

Mental Health First Aid Champion Organisation: Liverpool Hope University Location: Online Dates: April 2024. Counselling Skills (Level 2) Organisation: Sysco Location: Online Dates: March – April 2024. Fellow (FHEA) Organisation: Advance HE Location: York, UK Dates: July 2022. PhD in Education Organisation: Lancaster University Location: Lancaster, UK Dates: September 2017 – July 2021. MA in TESOL (Distinction) Organisation: Sheffield Hallam University Location: Sheffield, UK Dates: October 2013 – October 2015. Certificate in Online Course Tutoring Organisation: International House Location: Online Dates: March 2012 – May 2012. DELTA (All 3 Modules) Organisation: International House Location: Barcelona, Spain Dates: July 2009 – July 2010. BA in English (2:1: Single Honours) Organisation: University of Wales Location: Aberystwyth, UK Dates: September 2001 – June 2004

Teaching and Academic Experience 👩‍🏫

Lecturer in Education and Early Childhood Liverpool Hope University, United Kingdom September 2021 – Present Supervising MA and doctoral dissertations Leading modules on sociocultural perspectives, social justice, and foundation courses in education Designing and implementing short courses for English language learners Developing content for the EdD course Delivering assessments, tutorials, seminars, and lectures across all educational levels Addressing academic issues in my role as Senior Academic Advisor Processing MA applications and representing Early Childhood at student voice meetings Organising conferences and symposia Involved in research projects on university study hopes and fears, challenges in teaching ESOL, and aspirations of underprivileged students in the global South. Lecturer/Researcher in English Language Universidad del Norte, Barranquilla, Colombia July 2017 – October 2021 Teaching English for academic and business purposes Conducting research on social justice in education Delivering workshops and presentations Designing emergency remote teaching during COVID-19 Continuing professional development for state school English teachers Teaching and developing MA and undergraduate modules. Teacher Trainer Cambridge Assessment English, Worldwide February 2012 – February 2020 Training teachers on CELTA courses Certifying new language teachers globally Providing lesson planning support Observing, assessing, and providing feedback Grading assignments and lesson plans Teaching model lessons and input sessions Setting up CELTA centres and training new trainers. Lecturer in Business Communication Zurich University of Applied Sciences, Switzerland February 2010 – July 2011 Teaching business communication modules in English Developing course content and assessments Engaging in professional development Translating policy documents from German to English

Publication:📝

- Discriminatory job advertisements for English language teachers in Colombia: An analysis of recruitment biases
  - L Mackenzie
  - TESOL Journal, 2020
- Linguistic imperialism, English, and development: implications for Colombia
  - L Mackenzie
  - Current Issues in Language Planning 23 (2), 137-156, 2022
- A critical evaluation of the social justice implications of the Colombian government’s English-Spanish bilingualism policies
  - L Mackenzie
  - Current Issues in Language Planning 21 (2), 117-134, 2020
- Teacher development or teacher training? An exploration of issues reflected on by CELTA candidates
  - L Mackenzie
  - English teaching & learning 42 (3), 247-271, 2018
- Investigating reflection in written assignments on CELTA courses
  - L Mackenzie
  - ELT Journal 73 (1), 11-20, 2019
- Theorising English as a Linguistic Capability: A Look at the Experiences of Economically Disadvantaged Higher Education Students in Colombia
  - L Mackenzie
  - Journal of Human Development and Capabilities, 2021
- A case of capability expansion or capability reduction? An exploration of loan recipients’ views of ICETEX: Colombia’s higher education student loans institute
  - L Mackenzie
  - Journal of Hispanic Higher Education 21 (1), 82-111, 2022
- Some implications of the neoliberal massification of Colombian HE for achieving the sustainable development goals
  - L Mackenzie
  - Policy Futures in Education 22 (5), 846-870, 2024
- Which doors can English open? Exploring the opportunities of economically vulnerable Colombian higher education graduates
  - L Mackenzie
  - Current Issues in Language Planning 24 (5), 481-507, 2023
- Low attendance on a peer tutoring scheme for English language learners
  - L Mackenzie
  - ELT Journal 76 (4), 487-496, 2022

Dhiraj Wasule | Plant Pathology | Best Researcher Award

Published on 06/07/2024 by Young Scientists Awards

Mr. Dhiraj Wasule | Plant Pathology | Best Researcher Award

Mr at Dr. Panjabrao Deshmukh Krishi Vidyapeeth, Akola India

Dhiraj Wasule is an Assistant Professor in Plant Pathology at Vasantrao Naik College of Agricultural Biotechnology, Yavatmal, and Dr. Panjabrao Deshmukh Krishi Vidyapeeth, Akola, Maharashtra. With an M.Sc. in Plant Pathology, he is a life member of the National Bureau of Soil Survey and Land Use Planning and the Indian Phytopathological Society. Dhiraj’s prolific research encompasses plant pathology, bioremediation, and sustainable agriculture, evidenced by his extensive publication record. Notable works include studies on CRISPR/Cas-mediated genome editing and the bioremediation of industrial dyes. His contributions significantly advance agricultural biotechnology and sustainable crop management.

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Employment 💼

Assistant Professor (Plant Pathology)
- Institution: Vasantrao Naik College of Agricultural Biotechnology, Yavatmal, Maharashtra, IN
- Duration: September 23, 2005 – Present
- Source: Dhiraj Wasule
Plant Pathology
- Institution: Dr. Panjabrao Deshmukh Krishi Vidyapeeth, Akola, Maharashtra, IN
- Duration: September 23, 2005 – Present
- Source: Dhiraj Wasule

Education and Qualifications 🎓

M.Sc. Plant Pathology (Plant Pathology)
- Institution: Dr. Punjabrao Deshmukh Krishi Vidyapeeth, Akola, Maharashtra, IN
- Duration: January 1, 2001 – Present
- Source: Dhiraj Wasule

Professional Activities 🌟

Life Member (Plant Pathology)
- Institution: National Bureau of Soil Survey and Land Use Planning, Nagpur, Maharashtra, IN
- Source: Dhiraj Wasule
Life Member (Plant Pathology)
- Institution: Indian Phytopathological Society, Yavatmal, Maharashtra, IN
- Duration: April 19, 2019 – Present
- Source: Dhiraj Wasule
Assistant Professor (Plant Pathology)
- Institution: Dr. Panjabrao Deshmukh Krishi Vidyapeeth, Akola, Maharashtra, IN
- Duration: March 2018 – Present
- Invited Position
- Source: Dhiraj Wasule

Publication:📝

Effect of phosphate solubilizing bacteria on role of Rhizobium on nodulation by soybean
- DL Wasule, SR Wadyalkar, AN Buldeo
- First international meeting on microbial phosphate solubilization, 139-142, 2007

Chitosan nanoparticles (ChNPs): A versatile growth promoter in modern agricultural production
- PU Ingle, SS Shende, PR Shingote, SS Mishra, V Sarda, DL Wasule, …
- Heliyon 8 (11), 2022

An overview of chili leaf curl disease: Molecular mechanisms, impact, challenges, and disease management strategies in Indian subcontinent
- PR Shingote, DL Wasule, VS Parma, SK Holkar, SG Karkute, …
- Frontiers in Microbiology 13, 899512, 2022

Mass Multiplication and formulation of Metarhizium anisopliae (Metsch.) Sorokin
- SR Wadyalkar, DL Wasule, SJ Bhoyte, RM Wadaskar
- Journal of Biological control, 141-146, 2003

Emerging biologically based technologies for disease management
- S Raj, MK Meshram, DL Wasule
- Proceedings of the International Symposium on Strategies for Sustainable, 2004

Effect of phosphate solubilizing bacteria on tricalium phosphate containing media
- DL Wasule, SR Wadyalkar, AN Buldo
- Proceeding of 15th international meeting on microbial phosphate, 2002

Prevalence of races of Xanthomonas axonopodis pv. malvacearum in Marathwada region of Maharashtra State
- VM Gholve, BP Kurundkar, MK Meshram, DL Wasule, 2005

Studies on isolation of yeast and its comparative performance for quality wine production from pineapple and sapota
- A Gaharwar, RM Shinde, DL Wasule, RD Bharsakhale, MP Yelme, …
- Int. J. Curr. Microbiol. App. Sci 9 (1), 1306-1313, 2020

Isolation of Phosphate Solubilizing Microorganism from Rhizospheric Medium Black Soil of Yavatmal District (MH), India
- DL Wasule, RM Gade, RM Shinde, SP Bobate
- Int. J. Curr. Microbiol. App. Sci 8 (6), 415-419, 2019

Effect of seed dressing on germination and root rot of soybean
- YV Ingle, AV Zope, DL Wasule, MS Dandge, PV Patil
- International Journal of Chemical Studies 6 (1), 653-655, 2018

Nan Liu | ESG | Best Researcher Award

Published on 05/07/2024 by Young Scientists Awards

Mrs. Nan Liu | ESG | Best Researcher Award

Mrs at Library,Yunnan University of Finance and Economics, United Kingdom

Liu Nan is an accomplished Associate Librarian at Yunnan University of Finance and Economics, holding a Ph.D. in Business Administration from Panyapiwat Institute of Management. With a robust career spanning academic leadership and extensive research, Liu Nan excels in library services, information literacy, and rural entrepreneurship. She has authored 42 papers, including influential works on library management and rural economic development, and has received numerous awards for her teaching and research contributions. Liu Nan’s expertise encompasses academic research, mentorship, and Chinese language and literature analysis, reflecting her dedication to advancing education and information services in university settings.🌟

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Professional Experience 📘

Associate Librarian at Yunnan University of Finance and Economics, Responsibilities include overseeing library services, research, and academic support.

Awards and Honors 🏆

Excellent Classroom Teacher, Yunnan University of Finance and Economics (Multiple Years), Annual Outstanding Teacher Award, Yunnan University of Finance and Economics (2015), Hongyun Gardener Teacher Award, Yunnan University of Finance and Economics (2017), Outstanding Teacher Mentor Award, National Finals of the 6th National Financial and Economic Universities Information Literacy Competition (2024), Excellent Award, Micro-Course Competition of the 6th National Financial and Economic Universities Information Literacy Teacher Group (2024), Total Awards Received: 21

Research Projects 📚

Total Projects Participated: 7 National Level Projects: 4

Publication:📝

A Literature Review and Research Prospect on Urban Residents’ Rural Entrepreneurship (2023)

Questioning and Analyzing Some Idioms in Chinese (2022)

A Study on the Annotation and Correction of ‘Peacock Flying Southeast’ (2022)

Entrepreneurial Funds for Poor Farmers: A Social Experiment (2019)

Theoretical Analysis of Characteristic Agriculture and Its Realization Path (2017)

Research on Teaching Methods of ‘Social Etiquette’ Course (2017)

Solving the Subsequent Development Problems of Rural Libraries by Establishing Mobile Branch Libraries (2014)

The Role of Marketing Strategies in Library Information Services (2014)

An Analysis of the Promotion of Traditional Chinese Culture in University Libraries (2014)

Countermeasures for Improving the Quality of Human Resources in University Libraries (2013)

Alain Kangela | Agriculture | Young Scientist Award

Published on 05/07/2024 by Young Scientists Awards

Mr. Alain Kangela | Agriculture | Young Scientist Award

Mr at Université Catholique de Bukavu Congo, Democratic Republic of the

DR Congolese, postgraduated in Biomathmatics and Applied statistics (major Biostatistics) from the University of Abomey – Calavi (UAC/Benin – 2022). Affiliated at the Faculty of Agronomy/Université Catholique de Bukavu (UCB) as Teaching Assistant and Research Assistant at the Centre de Recherche Interdisciplinaire Appliquée pour le Développement (CEREIAD – UCB). Experienced in statistics, conducting research in pedometrics, spatio-temporal modelling of environmental variables using Bayesian and classical inferences, and AI-based modeling. Interested in ecological and Disease modeling. Proactive and results-oriented, with strong skills in communication and scientific collaboration.🌟

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Field of Expertise and Interests 📊

Data Science: Machine Learning (AI-based modeling), Bayesian statistics, Biostatistics, Disease modeling, Multivariate methods. Agronomy: Soil fertility management, spatio-temporal modelling of soil properties distribution, pedometrics, Ecological modeling, Climate change and Environment

Some Experiences 🌍

Assistant of Teaching & Researcher Since 2021, Faculty of Agronomy, UCB, Research Action: Urban Waste flow mapping and scenario modeling, CEREIAD, UCB Since August 2023, Consultancy – Biometrician (Data Analyst) Since August 2023, IITA – Kalambo, DR Congo, Monitoring and Evaluation Consultancy June 2023, Collectif SIMAMA CONGO (COSIC), DR Congo, Lecturer in Descriptive statistics, agricultural experiment designs, and Pedology 2019, UCU – Uvira, DR Congo

Technical and Personal Skills 🛠️

Data collection, data analysis, reports writing, Building capacity, technical assistance, IT skills, Proactive and results-oriented, punctuality and precision

Workshops and Post-graduate Training 📚

Farmer segmentation Methodology training, ILRI Campus – Addis Ababa, Ethiopia Autumn School on “Biodiversity past, present and future”, Grenoble, France Intelligence artificielle et agriculture de précision, UAC/LABEF – Benin Summer school on Climate Change Adaptation, University of Applied Sciences, Cologne, Germany

Degree Dissertations 📝

Kangela M.A. 2022. On the relative performance of five spatial predictive models in Digital Soil Mapping (DSM). M.Sc. dissertation in Biostatistics, LABEF, UAC, Benin. Kangela M.A. 2018. Caractérisation du phénomène d’adsorption du phosphore pour une meilleure gestion de la fertilité du sol dans les conditions de Walungu. Science du sol, UCB, Bukavu, DRC.

Publication:📝

Title: Digital soil mapping: a predictive performance assessment of spatial linear regression, Bayesian and ML-based models
Authors: AK Matazi, EE Gognet, RG Kakaï
Journal: Modeling Earth Systems and Environment
Year: 2024
Volume: 10
Issue: 1
Pages: 595-618
Citations: 1

Title: Adsorption du phosphore dans les sols plus exploités dans le territoire de Walungu à l’Est de la République Démocratique du Congo
Authors: M Kangela, WZ Munyahali, N Cizungu, Landry, B Rukiranuka
Journal: Afrique SCIENCE
Year: 2021
Volume: 18
Issue: 3
Pages: 155-170
Citations: 1

Title: Rapid screening for resistance of maize inbred and hybrid lines against southern corn leaf blight
Authors: BN Shukuru, TS Archana, AM Kangela
Journal: Journal of Phytopathology
Year: 2023
Volume: 171
Issue: 9
Pages: 452-469
Citations: Not available

Title: Does Eucalyptus determine agricultural soil quality?
Authors: AK Matazi, EK Luganda, SM Mukotanyi
Journal: Cogent Food & Agriculture
Year: 2023
Volume: 9
Issue: 1
Article Number: 2157115
Citations: Not available

Sümeyye Kemaneci | Nutrition | Best Researcher Award

Published on 05/07/2024 by Young Scientists Awards

Assoc Prof Dr. Jing Xie | Nutrition | Best Researcher Award

Assoc Prof Dr at Burdur Mehmet Akif Ersoy University, Turkey

Dr. Sümeyye Kemaneci is an Assistant Professor at Burdur Mehmet Akif Ersoy University’s Health Sciences Faculty. She earned her bachelor’s degree from Ege University in 2014, her master’s degree in 2018, and her doctorate in 2023 from Ankara University. Her research focuses on health sciences, with notable contributions through articles and presentations at international congresses. Dr. Kemaneci has completed two research projects supported by Ankara University and authored several book chapters. She has published three SCI articles and received recognition for her work, including a nomination for the “Best Researcher Award” from her doctoral thesis.🌟

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