Soundaranayaki Kulanthaivelu | environmental engineering | Women Researcher Award

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Dr. Soundaranayaki Kulanthaivelu | environmental engineering | Women Researcher Award

Assistant Professor, Anna university, chennai India

Dr. K. Soundaranayaki is an Assistant Professor at the Centre for Environmental Studies, Anna University, Chennai. With a strong background in civil and environmental engineering, she specializes in wastewater treatment, geospatial technology, and environmental policy. She completed her Ph.D. from NIT Tiruchirappalli, focusing on nitrogen and organic removal from domestic wastewater using agro-waste media in constructed wetlands. Passionate about sustainable environmental solutions, she has guided numerous research projects and postgraduate students. Her expertise extends to pesticide removal, landfill remediation, and pollution control strategies. She has published extensively in reputed journals and actively contributes to environmental consultancy projects, including biomining efforts for Greater Chennai Corporation. As a Deputy Director at the Centre for Research, Anna University, she continues to drive impactful research and innovation in environmental sustainability.

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🎓 Education 

B.E. in Civil Engineering (2001): Bharathidasan University, Shanmugha College of Engineering (79.29%). M.E. in Environmental Engineering (2005): Anna University, GCT Coimbatore (75.45%). Ph.D. in Wastewater Treatment (2020): National Institute of Technology, Tiruchirappalli. Thesis Title: Removal of nitrogen and organics from domestic wastewater using agro-waste media in vertical flow constructed wetlands. Guide: Dr. R. Gandhimathi

🏢 Experience 

Lecturer (2005-2006): SSM College of Engineering. Lecturer (2008): Oxford Engineering College, Tiruchirappalli. Assistant Professor (2011-2014): J.J. College of Engineering and Technology. Assistant Professor (2014-Present): Centre for Environmental Studies, Anna University. Deputy Director (Present): Centre for Research, Anna University

🏆 Awards & Honors 

CTDT-Anna University Research Support Grant (2015): Awarded funding for an innovative project. Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) Grant (2019-2021): Co-PI in a fecal sludge and sewage treatment project. DST-SERB Grant (2024-Ongoing): Co-PI in a geomedical health hazard assessment project. Best Paper Presentation Award (Various Conferences): Recognized for research excellence.

🔬 Research Focus 

Constructed Wetlands: Improving nitrogen and organic removal using agro-waste media. Pollution Remediation: Treating pesticide-laden water through electrochemical methods. Geospatial Analysis: Assessing groundwater contamination from landfills and microplastics. Biomining & Waste Management: Providing consultancy for large-scale remediation projects. Environmental Legislation: Studying regulatory frameworks for pollution control.

🔹 Conclusion

Dr. K. Soundaranayaki is an outstanding researcher with significant contributions to wastewater treatment, environmental sustainability, and policy-making. Her leadership in academia, research funding, and industry engagement make her a strong contender for the Women Researcher Award. Strengthening international collaborations, filing patents, and publishing books could further solidify her position as a leading expert in her field.

Publication

1️⃣ Removal of Methylene Blue dye from textile wastewater using vertical flow constructed wetland

Year: 2023
Authors: R Jayalakshmi, K Soundaranayaki, MS Kannan
Journal: Materials Today: Proceedings 77, 365-370
Citations: 19

2️⃣ Performance of various media in vertical flow constructed wetland for the treatment of domestic wastewater

Year: 2019
Authors: K Soundaranayaki, R Gandhimathi
Journal: Desalination and Water Treatment 146, 57-67
Citations: 4

3️⃣ Enhancing the nitrogen removal of vertical flow constructed wetland by using organic media

Year: 2020
Authors: K Soundaranayaki, R Gandhimathi
Journal: Desalination and Water Treatment 175, 125-140
Citations: 3

4️⃣ Effect of landfill leachate on ground water quality in Kodungaiyur dumpsite using geospatial technology

Year: 2022
Authors: K Soundaranayaki, A Bhuvaneswari, D Divya, A Seetha
Journal: Water and Energy International 64 (12), 22-28
Citations: 1

5️⃣ Adsorption, equilibrium, and kinetic studies on enhanced Acid Blue 113 dye removal from aqueous solutions using Chitosan/Silica/Zinc Oxide nanocomposites

Year: 2025
Authors: PK Manivasakan Swaminathana, K Soundaranayaki, S Sowndarya
Journal: Indian Chemical Engineer
Citations: –

6️⃣ Integrated Heterogeneous Electro-Fenton Process and Constructed Wetland for the Treatment of Stabilized Landfill Leachate

Year: 2024
Authors: XD Joseph, U Bhuvaneshwari, K Soundaranayaki
Journal: J. Environ. Nanotechnol 13 (2), 256-263
Citations: –

7️⃣ A Study on the Treatment of Domestic Wastewater in a Vertical Flow Constructed Wetland in Batch Mode

Year: 2018
Authors: K Soundaranayaki, R Gandhimathi
Journal: SALVATIO’18
Citations: –

8️⃣ Treatment of Grey Water Using Horizontal Flow Constructed Wetland

 Year: 2017
 Authors: K Soundaranayaki
 Journal: Journal of Energy and Environmental Sustainability, Volume 4, 6-9
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Abdolreza Farhadian | Gas storage | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Abdolreza Farhadian | Gas storage | Best Researcher Award 

Associate professor, Kazan Federal University Russia

Abdolreza Farhadian is a senior researcher at Kazan Federal University, specializing in gas hydrate inhibitors, anti-agglomerants, and corrosion inhibitors for the oil and gas industry. His research aims to develop environmentally friendly and efficient solutions for hydrate blockage and corrosion management in hydrocarbon transportation. He has contributed significantly to hybrid inhibition strategies and the advancement of hydrate-based natural gas storage and CO₂ capture technologies. With extensive expertise in polymer and petrochemical research, he has authored multiple patents and publications in international journals. Farhadian has been involved in numerous scientific projects supported by institutions like the Russian Science Foundation and Gazpromneft STC. His work extends to synthesizing biomaterials, catalysts, and surfactants for enhanced oil recovery and water desalination. He actively supervises master’s and PhD students, fostering the next generation of researchers in energy and material science.

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🎓 Education

Bachelor’s Degree (2009-2014) – Payame Noor University, Applied Chemistry. Master’s Degree (2014-2016) – Shahid Beheshti University, Polymer Chemistry. Thesis focused on synthesizing bio-based hyperbranched polyols from vegetable oils and improving their thermal stability. Ph.D. (2017-2021) – Kazan Federal University, Petrochemical Industry. Thesis: Development of complex reagents for inhibiting hydrate formation and corrosion in hydrocarbon pipelines. Postdoctoral Research (2021-2022) – Shahid Beheshti University, focusing on gas storage, CO₂ sequestration, and corrosion inhibition.

💼 Experience

Junior Researcher (2017-2022) – Kazan Federal University, contributing to projects on gas hydrate inhibition and corrosion control. Senior Researcher (2022-Present) – Kazan Federal University, leading research on kinetic hydrate inhibitors, corrosion inhibitors, and gas storage technologies. Supervisor (2024-Present) – Mentoring master’s and PhD students in petrochemical and material sciences. Farhadian has played a pivotal role in scientific research projects, including the development of novel surfactants for gas hydrate storage, gas injection chemical selection, and environmentally friendly oilfield reagents. His work is supported by key organizations, including the Russian Science Foundation and Gazpromneft STC.

🏆 Awards & Honors

Russian Science Foundation Grant (2024) – Supported research on novel surfactants for safe gas storage via gas hydrate technology. Gazpromneft STC Project (2022) – Funded study on chemical inhibitors for hydrate prevention in gas pipelines. Ministry of Education and Science of Russia (2020-2021) – Recognized for contributions to a world-class scientific center on hydrocarbon development. Russian Foundation for Basic Research (2017) – Supported research on next-generation hydrate inhibitors for Arctic hydrocarbon production. Farhadian’s contributions to petrochemical research have earned him numerous grants and recognitions, reinforcing his impact in gas hydrate inhibition, CO₂ sequestration, and corrosion management.

🔍 Research Focus

Farhadian’s research focuses on developing kinetic hydrate inhibitors, anti-agglomerants, and corrosion inhibitors for hydrocarbon transportation. He is pioneering hybrid inhibition strategies to resolve compatibility challenges between hydrate and corrosion inhibitors. His work also extends to hydrate-based natural gas storage, CO₂ capture, and sequestration for energy efficiency and environmental sustainability. He specializes in the synthesis of oil-soluble catalysts and surfactants for aquathermolysis of heavy oil. His expertise includes high-pressure experimental techniques (PVT cells, HP-μDSC), polymer synthesis, and biomaterial characterization. Farhadian’s research has practical applications in flow assurance, enhanced oil recovery, water desalination, and hydrogen storage, making significant contributions to sustainable energy solutions.

Publication Top Notes

  • A theoretical and experimental study of castor oil-based inhibitor for corrosion inhibition of mild steel in acidic medium at elevated temperatures (2020) – A. Farhadian, A. Rahimi, N. Safaei, A. Shaabani, M. Abdouss, A. Alavi – 228 citations

 

  • Novel sucrose derivative as a thermally stable inhibitor for mild steel corrosion in 15% HCl medium: An experimental and computational study (2022) – A. Rahimi, A. Farhadian, A. Berisha, A. Shaabani, M.A. Varfolomeev, … – 104 citations

 

  • Synthesis of novel high primary hydroxyl functionality polyol from sunflower oil using thiol-yne reaction and their application in polyurethane coating (2016) – I. Omrani, A. Farhadian, N. Babanejad, H.K. Shendi, A. Ahmadi, M.R. Nabid – 86 citations

 

  • Modified hydroxyethyl cellulose as a highly efficient eco-friendly inhibitor for suppression of mild steel corrosion in a 15% HCl solution at elevated temperatures (2021) – A. Farhadian, S.A. Kashani, A. Rahimi, E.E. Oguzie, A.A. Javidparvar, … – 83 citations

 

  • Sulfonated chitosan as green and high cloud point kinetic methane hydrate and corrosion inhibitor: Experimental and theoretical studies (2020) – A. Farhadian, M.A. Varfolomeev, A. Shaabani, S. Nasiri, I. Vakhitov, … – 80 citations

 

  • Synthesis and characterization of a novel internal emulsifier derived from sunflower oil for the preparation of waterborne polyurethane and their application in coatings (2017) – H.K. Shendi, I. Omrani, A. Ahmadi, A. Farhadian, N. Babanejad, M.R. Nabid – 77 citations

 

  • Simultaneous inhibition of natural gas hydrate formation and CO2/H2S corrosion for flow assurance inside the oil and gas pipelines (2023) – A. Farhadian, Y. Zhao, P. Naeiji, A. Rahimi, A. Berisha, L. Zhang, … – 72 citations

 

  • Exploration of Sunflower Oil As a Renewable Biomass Source to Develop Scalable and Highly Effective Corrosion Inhibitors in a 15% HCl Medium at High Temperatures (2021) – A.A. Farhadian, A. Rahimi, N. Safaei, A. Shaabani, … – 70 citations

 

  • Novel Biosurfactants for Effective Inhibition of Gas Hydrate Agglomeration and Corrosion in Offshore Oil and Gas Pipelines (2023) – C. Tang, A. Farhadian, A. Berisha, M.A. Deyab, J. Chen, D. Iravani, A. Rahimi, … – 65 citations

 

  • Waterborne polymers as kinetic/anti-agglomerant methane hydrate and corrosion inhibitors: A new and promising strategy for flow assurance (2020) – A. Farhadian, M.A. Varfolomeev, A. Kudbanov, M. Rezaeisadat, … – 64 citations

 

  • A new class of promising biodegradable kinetic/anti-agglomerant methane hydrate inhibitors based on castor oil (2019) – A. Farhadian, M.A. Varfolomeev, A. Kudbanov, S.R. Gallyamova – 59 citations

 

  • Waterborne polyurethanes as a new and promising class of kinetic inhibitors for methane hydrate formation (2019) – A. Farhadian, A. Kudbanov, M.A. Varfolomeev, D. Dalmazzone – 59 citations

 

 

Prince Atta Opoku | Energy Generation | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Prince Atta Opoku | Energy Generation | Best Researcher Award

Harbin Institute of Technology,  China

Prince Atta Opoku is a sustainability expert specializing in wastewater treatment, renewable energy, and natural resource management. With expertise spanning Africa and Asia, he has designed innovative technologies, including microbial fuel cells for wastewater treatment and electricity generation, earning a USPTO provisional patent. A co-founder of Ahaban Environmental, he promotes sustainable environmental solutions through partnerships and innovative product presentations. Opoku’s collaborative spirit and multicultural experiences bolster his ability to work with diverse teams. Fluent in English, with working knowledge of French and Chinese, he has won prestigious awards for green industry innovation and leads projects addressing environmental challenges globally.

Professional Profile 

🎓Education

Ph.D. in Environmental Science and Engineering (2023), Hohai University, China: Developed innovative microbial fuel cells for wastewater treatment and energy recovery, securing a USPTO provisional patent. MSc in Environmental Science and Engineering (2017), Hohai University, China: Focused on nitrogen oxide removal using urea and DBD technology, achieving 90% efficiency. BSc in Forest Resources Technology (2010), Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Ghana: Studied soil, water conservation, and biomass energy. Certificate in Circular Economy in Industry (2024), UNIDO: Specialized in renewable energy, recycling, and bioeconomy applications.

💼Experience

Postdoctoral Researcher (2023–Present), Harbin Institute of Technology: Advances in green initiatives under the One Belt, One Road project. General Manager (2023–Present), Jilin Lei’ao Consulting: Led smart transportation and green energy projects in Africa. Lead Researcher (2017–2022), Hohai University: Designed microbial fuel cell reactors for wastewater and energy solutions. International Project Manager (2022), Hohai University Design Co.: Oversaw $15M wastewater projects in Africa. Consultant (2017), Suzhou Coal & Energy Co.: Innovated cost-effective pollutant reduction methods.

🏆Award and Honor

Green Industry Innovation Award (2023), Power China Eco-Environmental Group. USPTO Provisional Patent for Multi-Anode Shared Cathode Microbial Fuel Cell. Recognized for entrepreneurial projects in renewable energy and waste management. Various international conference presentations on advanced environmental technologies.

🔬 Research Focus

Prince Opoku’s research focuses on sustainable wastewater treatment, energy-neutral technologies, and scaling microbial fuel cells (MFCs). His innovations include a multi-anode shared cathode MFC for simultaneous treatment of diverse wastewater types, improving energy recovery and cost efficiency. He also explores bio-electrochemical systems, pollutant reduction, and renewable energy integration.

Publications Top Noted

      1. Title: Bioenergy generation, organic matter, and simultaneous nitrogen and phosphorus removal in comparative pyrite and graphite-based constructed wetland-microbial fuel cells at different anode scales
        Year: 2025
        Author(s): Opoku, P.A., Shaowei, X., Jingyu, H.
        Citations: 0

       

      1. Title: Hydraulic characterization and start-up of a novel circulating flow bio-carriers
        Year: 2024
        Author(s): Li, X., Li, G., Yu, Y., Yang, H., Opoku, P.A.
        Citations: 0

       

      1. Title: Research progress of anaerobic ammonium oxidation (Anammox) process based on integrated fixed-film activated sludge (IFAS)
        Year: 2024
        Author(s): Li, G., Yu, Y., Li, X., Ma, X., Opoku, P.A.
        Citations: 3

       

      1. Title: Sustainability and affordability of Chinese-funded renewable energy project in sub-Saharan Africa: a hybridized solid oxide fuel cell, temperature sensors, and lithium-based solar system approach
        Year: 2023
        Author(s): Opoku, P., Song, H.
        Citations: 1

       

      1. Title: Scalability of the multi-anode plug flow microbial fuel cell as a sustainable prospect for large-scale design
        Year: 2023
        Author(s): Opoku, P.A., Jingyu, H., Yi, L., Ewusi-Mensah, D., Miwornunyuie, N.
        Citations: 10

       

      1. Title: Performance investigation of multi-anode-shared cathode microbial fuel cells with different anodic internal configurations
        Year: 2023
        Author(s): Opoku, P.A., Jingyu, H., Yi, L., Ewusi-Mensah, D., Norgbey, E.
        Citations: 1

       

      1. Title: Application of ZIF-8 nanocomposite membrane in microbial desalination cells for simultaneous heavy metal removal and biofouling prevention
        Year: 2022
        Author(s): Miwornunyuie, N., Jingyu, H., Chen, L., Ewusi-Mensah, D., Opoku, P.A.
        Citations: 8

       

      1. Title: Impact of wastewater volume on cathode environment of the multi-anode shared cathode and standard single anode/cathode microbial fuel cells
        Year: 2022
        Author(s): Opoku, P.A., Guang, L., Huang, J., Norgbey, E.
        Citations: 3

       

      1. Title: Scaled-up multi-anode shared cathode microbial fuel cell for simultaneous treatment of multiple real wastewaters and power generation
        Year: 2022
        Author(s): Opoku, P.A., Jingyu, H., Yi, L., Guang, L., Norgbey, E.
        Citations: 24

       

      1. Title: Investigative journalism and anti-corruption: Public perception on Anas’s approach in Ghana
        Year: 2022
        Author(s): Dagba, G., Opoku, P., Amankwa, M.O., Nyadera, I.N.
        Citations: 2

       

       

       

Yujie Bai | Oil-gas field | Young Scientist Award

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 Dr. Yujie Bai | Oil-gas field | Young Scientist Award

Dr. northeast petroleum university, China

👩‍🔬 Dr. Yujie Bai is a visionary in Petroleum and Natural Gas Engineering, graduating with a Doctorate from Northeast Petroleum University in 2021. Their pioneering research in chemical flooding for oil and gas recovery has earned them accolades, including the China Petroleum and Chemical Automation Association Technical Invention First Prize in 2024. With over 50 published papers and 20 patents, they’ve made significant contributions to the field. Their innovative work in synthesizing nanoparticles from acidizing flowback fluids has revolutionized oil recovery methods, showcasing a commitment to excellence and innovation in the industry.🌟

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Education, Experience, and Academic Achievements

🎓 Graduating from Northeast Petroleum University in June 2021 with a Doctorate in Petroleum and Natural Gas Engineering, I embarked on a journey fueled by a passion for innovation and advancement in the oil and gas industry.

🔬 In 2021, I commenced my professional career, focusing primarily on pioneering research in chemical flooding to enhance oil and gas recovery methods. I proposed a groundbreaking technical method for extracting nano flooding systems from oil well-produced liquid, substantiating its feasibility through rigorous testing.

💡 My research delved deep into the micro-interaction characteristics among various elements within porous media, including oil phase, water phase, rock formations, and nano-displacement systems. This exploration led to the establishment of a novel quantitative characterization method for emulsification rates, shedding light on the micro-seepage mechanisms of multiphase fluids in porous media.

🏆 Over the years, I have demonstrated leadership by spearheading four significant scientific research projects and contributing as a core member to one National Natural Science Foundation and two national science and technology major projects. My contributions have been recognized through the publication of over 50 papers, with 30 indexed by SCI, and the acquisition of 20 authorized invention patents.

🌟 In 2024, my dedication and ingenuity were honored with the prestigious China Petroleum and Chemical Automation Association Technical Invention First Prize, reaffirming my commitment to excellence and innovation in the field.

Contributions to Research & Development, Innovations, and Extension Activities 🚀

My involvement in research and development has been instrumental in exploring innovative solutions for the treatment of produced water and enhancing oil recovery processes. A notable contribution stems from the utilization of silicates found in flowback fluids from acidizing oil wells as raw materials for synthesizing nanomaterials.

Using the sol-gel method, we successfully synthesized nanomaterials from acidizing flowback fluids and meticulously optimized reaction conditions. Comprehensive assessments of interfacial tension, wetting angle, and surface tension were conducted, providing crucial insights into the solution’s properties.

In-depth investigations, including displacement efficiency tests and flooding experiments in two-dimensional flat cores, unveiled the mechanisms underlying enhanced oil recovery facilitated by nanoparticles. Our findings demonstrated that nanoparticles with a diameter of 351 nm could be effectively extracted and synthesized from acidizing flowback solutions at low pH levels.

The synthesized nanoparticles exhibited remarkable properties, altering interfacial properties between oil and water, thus enhancing recovery rates. At an injection concentration of 300 mg/L, significant reductions in water cut, up to 27.16%, were achieved, with subsequent water flooding yielding a recovery rate of 32.25%.

By advocating for the strategic elevation of nanoparticle injection concentrations derived from acidizing flowback fluids, we have paved the way for efficient oil and gas resource development. Our research outcomes not only present a novel method for treating oilfield wastewater but also offer promising avenues for advancing oil recovery technologies. 🌊🛢️🔬

Publications Top Notes 📝

  1. Title: “Experimental study on the influence of clay particles on the stability of heavy oil emulsions and explanation of the influencing mechanism”
    • Journal: Energy Sources, Part A: Recovery, Utilization, and Environmental Effects
    • Year: 2024
    • DOI: 10.1080/15567036.2024.2320756
    • Contributors: Dan Li; Huifen Xia; Guangsheng Cao; Ning Zhang; Yujie Bai; Ying Liu; Zihang Zhang; Yuyang Du

 

  1. Title: “Unstable Coalescence Mechanism and Influencing Factors of Heterogeneous Oil Droplets”
    • Journal: Molecules
    • Year: 2024
    • DOI: 10.3390/molecules29071582
    • Contributors: Zhuolun Li; Xiayi Huang; Xuenan Xu; Yujie Bai; Che Zou

 

  1. Title: “The Effect of Crude Oil Stripped by Surfactant Action and Fluid Free Motion Characteristics in Porous Medium”
    • Journal: Molecules
    • Year: 2024
    • DOI: 10.3390/molecules29020288
    • Contributors: Qingchao Cheng; Guangsheng Cao; Yujie Bai; Ying Liu

 

  1. Title: “Permeability Enhancement Mechanism of Acidizing in Steam-Assisted Gravity Flooding Wells”
    • Journal: Processes
    • Year: 2023
    • DOI: 10.3390/pr11103004
    • Contributors: Ming Yu; Chao Xu; Yujie Bai; Che Zou; Weibo Liu; Guangsheng Cao; Xi Yi; Jing Zhang

 

  1. Title: “Probing the Demulsification Mechanism of Emulsion with SPAN Series Based on the Effect of Solid Phase Particles”
    • Journal: Molecules
    • Year: 2023
    • DOI: 10.3390/molecules28073261
    • Contributors: Qingchao Cheng; Guangsheng Cao; Yujie Bai; Zhixuan Zhu; Ning Zhang; Dongju Li

 

  1. Title: “Optimization of Anti-Plugging Working Parameters for Alternating Injection Wells of Carbon Dioxide and Water”
    • Journal: Processes
    • Year: 2022
    • DOI: 10.3390/pr10112447
    • Contributors: Kemin Li; Guangsheng Cao; Gaojun Shan; Ning Zhang; Xincheng Liu; Shengbo Zhai; Yujie Bai

 

  1. Title: “Preparation and Optimization of Modified Asphalt by Profile Control Parameters at Lamadian Oilfield”
    • Journal: Processes
    • Year: 2022
    • DOI: 10.3390/pr10101917
    • Contributors: Qing Luo; Kemin Li; Gaojun Shan; Guangsheng Cao; Yujie Bai; Ning Zhang; Jiajun Wu

 

  1. Title: “Construction of sulfur-free gel breaker agent system and investigation on gel-breaking mechanism for association fracturing fluid”
    • Journal: Energy Sources, Part A: Recovery, Utilization, and Environmental Effects
    • Year: 2022
    • DOI: 10.1080/15567036.2022.2083272
    • Contributors: Zhe Wang; Guangsheng Cao; Yujie Bai; Peilun Wang; Xin Wang; Xincheng Liu; Dan Li

 

  1. Title: “Study on migration characteristics of oil gas water three-phase interface and distribution law of remaining oil in gas cap edge water reservoir”
    • Journal: Energy Sources, Part A: Recovery, Utilization, and Environmental Effects
    • Year: 2022
    • DOI: 10.1080/15567036.2022.2090642
    • Contributors: Guangsheng Cao; Jiajun Wu; Ning Zhang; Yu Sui; Yujie Bai