Rashed Ahmed | Environmental Sciences | Young Scientist Award

Mr. Rashed Ahmed | Environmental Sciences | Young Scientist Award

Mr at NSU Journal and Student Research,Ā  Bangladesh

Rashed Ahmed is an undergraduate student pursuing a Bachelor of Pharmacy at North South University, Dhaka, Bangladesh. He is a proactive individual with a passion for continuous learning and adapting to new perspectives. Rashed is responsible, focused on completing tasks effectively, and enjoys engaging with people. His interests include research, travel, music, reading, writing, sports, and volunteering. He is an active participant in several extracurricular activities and internships, aiming to make a positive impact through his academic and professional

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šŸŽ“ EducationĀ 

Rashed is currently enrolled in the Bachelor of Pharmacy program at North South University, Dhaka, Bangladesh, where he has completed 173 credits and maintains a CGPA of 3.03/4.0. He completed his Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) in 2017 from Rajendrapur Cantonment Public School & College, achieving a GPA of 4.42/5.0. In 2015, he graduated from Kapasia Govt. Pilot High School with a GPA of 4.94/5.0.

šŸ’¼ Experience

Rashed has a range of experience in both academic and professional settings. He is currently an editorial board member for multiple journals, including Journal of Energy and Environmental Science and Journal of Angiotherapy, and serves as an associate editor for NSU Journal of Student Research. He has interned at Renata PLC as an In-Plant Trainee, NSU Model Pharmacy as a Model Pharmacy Intern, and AMZ Hospital Limited as a Hospital Pharmacy Intern. These roles have helped him develop practical skills in pharmacy and research.

šŸ† Awards & Honors

Throughout his academic journey, Rashed has earned recognition for his leadership and contributions. Notable positions include being a delegate at the World Academy for Research and Development and a member of several editorial boards. His proactive attitude and dedication to learning have earned him internships and opportunities to volunteer in various organizations, making significant contributions to his field.

šŸ”¬ Research Focus

Ā Rashed is deeply interested in research and is keen on gaining in-depth knowledge about his topics of interest. He has contributed as a research assistant for the project 50 Years of Bangladesh: A Tale of A Miracle and has held roles that enhance his research skills. His academic focus includes pharmaceutical sciences and its applications, particularly in clinical and industrial settings.

Conclusion

Rashed Ahmed is a dedicated and proactive student with a passion for research, writing, and pharmaceutical sciences. His academic background, coupled with his extensive involvement in internships, research projects, and editorial roles, showcases his drive for success in the field. While there are areas for improvement, particularly in gaining broader practical experience, his commitment to learning and evolving as a professional makes him a promising candidate for the Young Scientist Award. With continued dedication, Rashed has the potential to make significant contributions to the field of pharmaceutical sciences.

šŸ“šPublicationsĀ 

  • Exploring ChatGPT Usage in Higher Education: Patterns, Perceptions, and Ethical Implications Among University Students
    • Author: R. Ahmed
    • Journal: Journal of Digital Learning and Distance Education
    • Volume: 3(6), pp. 1122-1131
    • Year: 2024

 

  • Evolution of Educational Reforms in Bangladesh: A Comparative Study of National Education Commissions (1972-2009)
    • Author: R. Ahmed
    • Journal: Journal of Digital Learning and Distance Education
    • Volume: 3(6), pp. 1141-1153
    • Year: 2024

 

  • Urban Flooding and Water Pollution: A Geographical Study on Port City Chattogram, Bangladesh
    • Authors: H. Al Mahbub, M. Muhibbullah, M.I. Sarwar, R. Ahmed
    • Journal: Preprints
    • Year: 2024

 

  • Major Current Problems Faced by Students in Dhaka: Causes, Implications, and Citizen Solutions
    • Author: R. Ahmed
    • Journal: Journal of Digital Learning and Distance Education
    • Volume: 3(03), 10
    • Year: 2024

 

  • The Role of Two-Dimensional NMR Spectroscopy (2D NMR Spectroscopy) in Pharmaceutical Research: Applications, Advancements, and Future Directions
    • Author: R. Ahmed
    • Journal: Preprints
    • Year: 2024

 

  • Harnessing Tandem Mass Spectrometry for Rational Medication Use in Pharmaceutical Sciences
    • Author: R. Ahmed
    • Journal: Preprints
    • Year: 2024

 

  • Immunoglobulins: Structure, Function, and Therapeutic Applications in Immune Response
    • Author: R. Ahmed
    • Journal: Preprints
    • Year: 2024

 

  • Cyber Harassment in the Digital Age: Trends, Challenges, and Countermeasures
    • Author: R. Ahmed
    • Journal: Preprints
    • Year: 2024

 

  • High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC): Principles, Applications, Versatility, Efficiency, Innovation and Comparative Analysis in Modern Analytical Chemistry and In ā€¦
    • Author: R. Ahmed
    • Journal: Preprints
    • Year: 2024

 

  • Breaking Barriers: Women Empowerment Transforming Societies in Modern Times Building a Better Future
    • Author: R. Ahmed
    • Journal: Preprints
    • Year: 2024

 

Wang Jinlin| Geoscience | Best Innovation Award

Prof. Dr. Wang Jinlin| Geoscience | Best Innovation Award

Prof. Dr at Technology and Engineering Center for Space Utilization, Chinese Academy of Sciences, China

Wang Jinlin is a Research Professor at the Institute of Space Applications Engineering and Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences. With expertise in remote sensing geology, mathematical geology, hyperspectral applications, and GIS technology, his work significantly impacts resource exploration and geological analysis. He has contributed extensively to understanding and mapping mineral resources and developing advanced geospatial technologies.

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šŸŽ“ Education

Ph.D. in Cartography and Geographic Information System from Xinjiang Institute of Ecology and Geography, Chinese Academy of Sciences (2004-2010, supervised by Chen Xi). Bachelor’s in Resource Exploration Engineering from China University of Geosciences, Wuhan (1998-2002, supervised by Zhou Zonggui).

šŸ’¼Ā Experience

Currently, Research Professor at the Institute of Space Applications Engineering and Technology, CAS (since 2023). Previously, Senior Engineer at Xinjiang Institute of Ecology and Geography, CAS (2020-2023), and Assistant Research Professor (2010-2015). Also served as a Visiting Scholar at Saint Louis University in 2011.

šŸ† Awards & Honors

Received Science and Technology Progress awards from Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region Peopleā€™s Government for projects on geological big data and tourism tech integration (2017). Holds patents in geological and spatial technology, including topological sorting of stratigraphic sequences (2021), and co-developed an award-winning dynamic platform for aero-magnetic surveys.

šŸ”¬ Research Focus

Specializes in remote sensing geology, hyperspectral imaging for mineral detection, and GIS for resource management. His research advances methods for metal estimation in rocks, hyperspectral data application, and innovative geological modeling and management systems.

Publications Top Notes

  • Pd(II)/Pd(IV) Redox Shuttle for Kesterite Solar Cells
    Authors: Wang, J., Shi, J., Yin, K., … Chen, S., Meng, Q.
    Journal: Nature Communications, 2024, 15(1), 4344
    This open-access article explores a Pd(II)/Pd(IV) redox shuttle method to reduce vacancy defects in kesterite solar cells, enhancing efficiency.

 

  • Multinary Alloying in Kesterite Solar Cells
    Authors: Shi, J., Wang, J., Meng, F., … Li, D., Meng, Q.
    Journal: Nature Energy, 2024, 9(9), 1095ā€“1104
    The study discusses alloying to aid cation exchange and minimize defects in kesterite solar cells, achieving above 14% certified efficiency.

 

  • Lithium Content Estimation in Rock Debris via Spectral Feature Coefficients
    Authors: Jiang, G., Chen, X., Zhou, K., … Zhou, S., Bai, Y.
    Journal: Ore Geology Reviews, 2024, 171, 106167
    This paper focuses on a spectral feature-based method to estimate lithium content in rock samples, relevant for geochemical studies.

 

  • Impact of Band Optimization on Hyperspectral Metal Element Inversion Models
    Authors: Ma, X., Wang, J., Zhou, K., … De Maeyer, P., Van de Voorde, T.
    Journal: International Journal of Applied Earth Observation and Geoinformation, 2024, 132, 104011
    A quantitative evaluation of band optimization techniques to improve accuracy in metal element inversion models using hyperspectral data.

 

  • Inversion of Feldspar Content in Granite Using Hyperspectral Indices
    Authors: Wu, M., Jin, J., Wang, J., Wang, Q.
    Journal: Acta Geologica Sinica, 2024, 98(1), 314ā€“323
    This research employs multi-angular hyperspectral indices to analyze and quantify feldspar content in granite.

 

Julia Mindlin | Climate science | Best Researcher Award

Ā Dr. Julia Mindlin | Climate science | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Julia Mindlin I am a PhD-trained atmospheric and ocean sciences researcher with expertise in the effects of anthropogenic climate forcing on Southern Hemisphere atmospheric circulation. My academic journey includes a master’s equivalent in Geophysics from UNLP and a robust background in physical and statistical modeling, data analysis (Python, R), and interdisciplinary environmental studies. I have excelled in international collaborations, notably at University of Leipzig and University of Reading, and contributed significantly to workshops and conferences worldwide. As an Assistant Professor at UBA, I lead research initiatives, mentor students, and actively engage in scientific outreach and leadership roles within global climate research communities.

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Education šŸŽ“

PhD in Atmospheric and Ocean Sciences Universidad de Buenos Aires (UBA) Feb 2020 – March 2024 Thesis title: Effects of anthropogenic climate forcing on the variability of the Southern Hemisphere atmospheric circulation Supervisor: Carolina S. Vera, Co-supervisor: Theodore G. Shepherd. University Degree in Geophysics (Masterā€™s Equivalent) Universidad Nacional de La Plata (UNLP) Feb 2013 – April 2019. High School Degree, Bachillerato de Bellas Artes March 2008 – December 2012

Scholarships, Fellowships, and Awards šŸ†

ā€WMO Professor Mariolopoulos Awardā€ January 2024. ā€Microsoft Research PhD Fellowshipā€ October 2021. ā€CONICET- Doctorate Scholarshipā€ April 2022 – March 2024 Supervisor: Carolina S. Vera, University of Buenos Aires. ā€UBACyT – Doctorate Scholarshipā€ September 2019 – September 2022 Supervisor: Carolina S. Vera, University of Buenos Aires. ā€Friends of Fulbright Fellowshipā€ January 2017 – March 2017 College Undergraduate Exchange, University of Central Arkansas, USA Fulbright Foundation. ā€Exceptional Undergraduateā€ Scholarship May 2015 – September 2018
Award for Academic Merit, YPF Foundation

Employment History šŸ’¼

Postdoctoral Researcher University of Leipzig April 2024 – March 2026. Assistant Professor Department of Atmospheric and Ocean Science, FCEN, UBA August 2023 – present. Internship YPF – Offshore Exploration Division March 2018 – May 2019. Teacherā€™s Assistant School of Engineering, UNLP August 2018 – July 2019. Teacherā€™s Assistant Course: Introduction to Programming May 2017 – August 2017

International Experience šŸŒ

Research Visit – University of Leipzig May 2023 – July 2023 Collaboration supervised by Prof. Dr. Marlene Kretschmer
(Financed with Microsoft Research PhD Fellowship). Research Visit – International Center for Theoretical Physics
April 2023 – May 2023 Collaboration supervised by Dr. Erika Coppola (Financed with Microsoft Research PhD Fellowship). Visiting Student – University of Reading October 2022 – April 2023 Worked with PhD co-supervisor Theodore G. Shepherd. Visiting Student – Barcelona Supercomputing Center February 2022 – July 2022 Worked with Climate Services group, supervised by Nube Gonzalez and Paco Doblas-Reyes. Visiting Student – University of Reading
May 2019 – November 2019 Worked with PhD co-supervisor Theodore G. Shepherd

Recent Participation in Workshops, Conferences, and Meetings šŸ—“ļø

Invited co-organizer, WCRP RIfS ā€Robustness of Climate Change Information for Decisionsā€ workshop – April 2024. Co-convener, EGU General Assembly – April 2024. Two oral presentations (one highlight talk), EGU General Assembly – April 2024. Two oral presentations, IUGG General Assembly – July 2023. Oral presentation, EGU General Assembly – March 2023. Poster presentation, AGU General Assembly – December 2022. Virtual participation, Congremet – November 2022. Oral presentation, SPARC 7th General Assembly – October 2022. Oral presentation, Advancing Subtropical Climate Dynamics: Diagonal Convergence Zones, Droughts, and Floods in Past, Present and Future Climates – August 2022. Poster presentation, AGU General Assembly – December 2022. Oral presentation, SPARC General Assembly – October 2022. Oral presentation, Stormtrack Workshop – June 2022. Oral presentation, Royal Meteorological Society Student and Early Career Scientists Conference – June 2021. Poster presentation, Online Workshop on Storylines, University of Tokyo – February 2021. Poster presentation, AGU Fall Meeting – December 2020. Participant, Regional Climate Information Workshop, Independent workshop – June 2020. Poster presentation, 6th UK National Climate Dynamics Workshop, Centre for Mathematical Sciences, University of Cambridge – June 2020. Poster presentation, Workshop: Stratospheric Predictability and Impact on the Troposphere, ECMWF, Reading, UK – November 2019. Poster presentation, DynVarMIP/CMIP6 and SPARC DynVar and SNAP Workshop, Universidad Computense de Madrid, Madrid, Spain – October 2019. Participant, GC Teleconnections workshop, Met Office, Exeter, UK

Extracurricular Scientific Activities šŸŒŸ

Fresh Eyes for CMIP – Steering group, World Climate Research Program (WCRP) South American representative, August 2023 – present. My Climate Risk – Regional Hub, Group member, April 2022 – present. My Climate Risk – Early Career Researcher group, Co-lead, April 2022 – present. Young Earth System Sciences (YESS) community, Executive committee member, April 2022 – present. Young Earth System Sciences (YESS) community, Co-chair of Online Events working group, April 2022 – April 2023. Young Earth System Sciences (YESS) community, Regional representative for South America, April 2021 – April 2022. Departmental Seminars, Department of Atmospheric and Ocean Science, FCEN, UBA, Organizer, April 2021 – April 2022

Outreach and Volunteer Experience šŸŒ±

ā€Ozone, Planet Earthā€™s protective sunscreenā€ at Prociencia Virtual – Speaker, UBA, October 2020. ā€Learning Mathematics with the Rural Communities of La Plataā€ – Head of project Project financed by UNLP Grant of 1000 USD, March 2018 – March 2019. ā€Conociendo la Tierraā€ – Project Participant, September 2016 – September 2018. ā€Wonders of the Oceanā€ – Speaker, UNLP, September 2018. ā€Groundwater Resources for Small Rural and Aboriginal Communities – Participant In Chaco Province, Geoscientists Without Borders – SEG, March 2015 – December 2017

Technical Capabilities šŸ’»

  • Physical modelling and reasoning applied to geosciences
  • Statistical modelling
  • University-level teaching
  • Data analysis and visualization: Python, R
  • Machine learning applications
  • Model design and coding
  • Interdisciplinary approaches, specifically related to environmental studies
  • Scientific writing: English and Spanish, Office, LaTeX
  • Group management and leadership

Graduate Courses and Schools šŸŽ“

Physical Climatology (Grade: 10/10), Department of Atmospheric and Ocean Science, FCEN, UBA, 2020. Nonlinear Dynamics (Grade: 10/10), Physics Department, FCEN, UBA, 2020. Climate as a Complex System (no grading), Mathematics of Planet Earth PhD program, Mathematics Department, University of Reading, 2020. AI and Pattern Recognition (Grade: 10/10), Computer Science Department, FCEN, UBA, 2021. Climate Change Leadership: Actors and Strategies for Transitions (no grading), Cemus Research Forum (CEFO), University of Uppsala, 2021. Forecast Verification (no grading), Mathematics of Planet Earth PhD program, Mathematics Department, University of Reading, 2021. XAIDA Training School (no grading), ā€™Attributing Impacts of Climate Change (I2C): Challenges, Methods and Perspectivesā€™, 2024

Publications Top Notes šŸ“

    • Storyline description of Southern Hemisphere midlatitude circulation and precipitation response to greenhouse gas forcing
      • Year: 2020
      • Authors: J Mindlin, TG Shepherd, CS Vera, M Osman, G Zappa, RW Lee, …
      • Source: Climate Dynamics 54, 4399-4421
    • A storyline attribution of the 2011/2012 drought in Southeastern South America
      • Year: 2022
      • Authors: L van Garderen, J Mindlin
      • Source: Weather 77 (6), 212-218
    • Combined effects of global warming and ozone depletion/recovery on Southern Hemisphere atmospheric circulation and regional precipitation
      • Year: 2021
      • Authors: J Mindlin, TG Shepherd, C Vera, M Osman
      • Source: Geophysical Research Letters 48 (12), e2021GL092568
    • Assembling the climate story: use of storyline approaches in climateā€related science
      • Year: 2023
      • Authors: E Baulenas, G Versteeg, M Terrado, J Mindlin, D Bojovic
      • Source: Global Challenges 7 (7), 2200183
    • The Role of the Stratosphere in Driving Uncertainties in the Southern Hemisphere Future Climate
      • Year: 2024
      • Authors: J Mindlin, CS Vera, TG Shepherd, M Osman
      • Source: EGU24
    • Dynamical systems analysis of the” El NiƱo Southern Oscillation” phenomenon
      • Year: 2024
      • Authors: J Mindlin, GB Mindlin, P di Nezio
      • Source: EGU24
    • Plausible Drying and Wetting Scenarios for Summer in Southeastern South America
      • Year: 2023
      • Authors: J Mindlin, CS Vera, TG Shepherd, M Osman
      • Source: Journal of Climate 36 (22), 7973-7991
    • Plausible Drying and Wetting Scenarios for Summer Rainfall in Southeastern South America: a storyline approach
      • Year: 2023
      • Authors: J Mindlin, CS Vera, TG Shepherd, M Osman
      • Source: EGU General Assembly Conference Abstracts, EGU-9513

 

MELKAMU MEKONEN | climate change | Best Researcher Award

Mr. MELKAMU MEKONEN | climate change | Best Researcher Award

I’m Melkamu Kassaye Mekonen; I graduated with my BSc in Forest and Nature Conservation at Mekelle University in Ethiopia, and the University of Gondar in Ethiopia awarded me a MSc degree in Forest Management and Utilization. Currently, I serve as a researcher and instructor in the department of forestry and climate science at Injibara University, Ethiopia. I bring with me four years of research and five years of education, research, and community-based project experiences in the forestry, environment, and agricultural fields. My aspiration is to pursue a PhD in Forestry, focusing on natural forest optimization and ecological interaction and management of bamboo forest resources, either in China or Ethiopia, in collaboration with supervisors.

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šŸ’¼Work Experience

Forestry Researcher

Employer: Sekota Dryland Agricultural Research Center, Amhara Regional Agricultural Research Institute, City: Sekota | Country: Ethiopia, Role: Forestry research project and team coordinator, Responsibilities: Proposal development, conducting experiments and research in forestry, final paper writing, presenting, and publishing.

Forestry Lecturer and Researcher

Employer: Injibara University, City: Injibara | Country: Ethiopia, Department: Forestry and Climate Science, Role: Head of department, Responsibilities: Conducting research and community service in agriculture and forestry, overseeing departmental activities.

šŸŽ“Education and Training

BSc. in Forest and Nature Conservation University: Mekelle University, Ethiopia, Field of Study: Forest and Nature Conservation, Thesis: Floristic diversity in area exclosures in Northern Ethiopia. MSc in Forest Management and Utilization University: University of Gondar, Ethiopia, Field of Study: Forestry, Thesis: Role of area exclosures for forest restoration in Northeastern Ethiopia

Ā Management and Leadership Skills

Forestry Research Directorate Coordinator: Coordinated over 38 forestry research programs at Sekota Dryland Agricultural Research Center. Head of Department of Forestry and Climate Science: Served as department head at Injibara University for two and a half years.

šŸŒæĀ Project

A potential cause for extensive dieback of Acacia mearnsii plantation in highlands districts of Awi zone, Northwestern Ethiopia Status: To be published in Journal of Cogent Agriculture. Biomass, Carbon, and CO2 Sequestration in Natural Forests: Variations Across Environmental Factors, Forest Ecosystems, Degradation Levels, and Conservation Measures Status: To be published in Journal of Ecology and Evolution. Floristic Diversity of Natural Forest Patches Across forest ecosystems in Northwestern Ethiopian Status: To be published in Journal of F1000Research. Composition, Medicinal Values, and Threats of Plants Used in Indigenous Medicine in Jawi District, Ethiopia: Implications for Conservation and Sustainable Use. Status: Submitted to Journal of Ethnobotany

Publications Top Notes šŸ“

  • A Uniformly Convergent Collocation Method for Singularly Perturbed Delay Parabolic Reactionā€Diffusion Problem
    • Year: 2021
    • Authors: FW Gelu, GF Duressa
    • Source: Abstract and Applied Analysis, 2021 (1), 8835595

 

  • Sixth-order compact finite difference method for singularly perturbed 1D reaction diffusion problems
    • Year: 2017
    • Authors: FW Gelu, GF Duressa, TA Bullo
    • Source: Journal of Taibah University for Science, 11 (2), 302-308

 

  • Parameter-uniform numerical scheme for singularly perturbed parabolic convectionā€“diffusion Robin type problems with a boundary turning point
    • Year: 2022
    • Authors: FW Gelu, GF Duressa
    • Source: Results in Applied Mathematics, 15, 100324

 

  • A parameter-uniform numerical method for singularly perturbed Robin type parabolic convection-diffusion turning point problems
    • Year: 2023
    • Authors: FW Gelu, GF Duressa
    • Source: Applied Numerical Mathematics, 190, 50-64

 

  • A novel numerical approach for singularly perturbed parabolic convection-diffusion problems on layer-adapted meshes
    • Year: 2022
    • Authors: FW Gelu, GF Duressa
    • Source: Research in Mathematics, 9 (1), 2020400

 

  • Computational method for singularly perturbed parabolic reaction-diffusion equations with Robin boundary conditions
    • Year: 2022
    • Authors: FW Gelu, GF Duressa
    • Source: Journal of Applied Mathematics & Informatics, 40 (1-2), 25-45

 

  • Tenth Order Compact Finite Difference Method for Solving Singularly Perturbed 1D Reaction-Diffusion Equations
    • Year: 2016
    • Authors: FW Gelu, GF Duressa, TA Bullo
    • Source: International Journal of Engineering & Applied Sciences (IJEAS), 8 (3), 15-24