Tommaso Giordano | Environmental Science| Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Tommaso Giordano | Environmental Science| Best Researcher Award

Istituto per la Bioeconomia, Italy

Tommaso Giordano is a Research Fellow at the Institute for Bioeconomy of the National Research Council (CNR-IBE) and a Ph.D. candidate in Environmental Engineering at the University of Florence. Under the guidance of Dr. Beniamino Gioli and Prof. Fabio Castelli, he contributes to international and local environmental research initiatives. Holding an MSc in Development Economics from a joint degree between the University of Florence and the University of GΓΆttingen, Tommaso’s academic journey bridges economics, engineering, and environmental science. His work revolves around the use of applied statistics and data integration (from IoT sensors to satellite products) for urban analysis and population risk assessments. Dedicated to exploring sustainable urban ecosystems, he combines socio-economic insights with environmental modeling. He is passionate about improving data-driven strategies for climate adaptation and ecosystem services through innovative sensor networks, geospatial analysis, and risk mapping to support resilience and sustainable development in urban settings.

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πŸŽ“ Education 

Tommaso is currently pursuing an International Doctorate in Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Florence, focusing on environmental systems modeling and statistical analysis. He previously earned a joint MSc in Development Economics from the University of Florence and the University of GΓΆttingen (EQF Level 7), graduating with 109/110 and 1.8 respectively, with a thesis on β€œEnvironmental regulation and innovation: empirical evidence for plastic.” His strong interdisciplinary background merges economics, environmental policy, and technical data handling. Earlier, he completed high school at Liceo Scientifico β€œPiero Gobetti” in Bagno a Ripoli, Florence, achieving a final grade of 71/100. Throughout his academic path, he has cultivated competencies in advanced statistics, GIS, and programming. Proficient in Italian (native), he is also fluent in English, German, and Spanish. His educational trajectory highlights a balance of environmental science, economics, and engineeringβ€”fueling his capability to handle complex environmental and socio-economic datasets.

πŸ’Ό Experience 

Tommaso has worked as a Research Fellow at CNR-IBE since March 2021, contributing to multiple nationally and internationally funded urban sustainability projects. He is currently involved in the ADESFUR project, processing geo-spatial and socio-economic data for urban forestry planning. Prior to that, he supported the AIRQINO Smart Cities initiative, analyzing ecological and socio-environmental urban data. Between 2021 and 2024, he played a pivotal role in the β€œPrato Urban Jungle” UIA project, collecting and analyzing data to explore interactions between urban infrastructure and the environment, including urban heat islands and pollution. In 2020, he completed a sales internship at IRPLAST SpA, gaining experience in customer service and data management. His experience blends technical research with real-world application, showcasing his ability to work across diverse interdisciplinary contexts. He is skilled in data analysis, GIS, and sensor integration, with a growing publication record in environmental research.

πŸ… Awards and Honors 

Tommaso Giordano has contributed to numerous high-impact scientific publications and international research collaborations, gaining recognition through his involvement in projects funded by respected institutions like the National Research Council and the EU’s Urban Innovative Actions. His academic excellence is evident in his near-top MSc grade (109/110) and publication record in top-tier journals such as Urban Climate, Atmospheric Pollution Research, and Environmental Research. He has co-authored research exploring heat risk, pollution, and sensor technologies for environmental monitoring, and has presented at international conferences including the EGU General Assembly (Vienna, 2023) and AISAM (Lecce, 2024). His master’s thesis, which applied empirical methods to environmental regulation, earned praise and contributed to policy-relevant findings. Through his academic and professional endeavors, Tommaso continues to receive commendation from peers and supervisors for his interdisciplinary capabilities, analytical precision, and commitment to data-driven environmental problem solving across urban ecological domains.

πŸ”¬ Research Focus 

Tommaso’s research centers on the integration of multi-source environmental and socio-economic data to analyze urban dynamics and human vulnerability to hazards. His key focus areas include environmental risk assessment, urban heat islands, air pollution exposure, and ecosystem service quantification. He employs applied statistics, remote sensing, IoT sensor networks, and spatial analysis to monitor and model urban environments. Through his doctoral research, he is developing tools to assess population-level risks using geospatial indicators and advanced data visualization. His work supports climate adaptation strategies, urban sustainability planning, and real-time environmental monitoring. Projects like Prato Urban Jungle and ADESFUR illustrate his dedication to using science for practical urban resilience outcomes. By merging economics, data science, and environmental engineering, Tommaso aims to contribute to interdisciplinary solutions for greener, healthier cities. His scientific publications reflect a commitment to innovation in urban environmental assessment and the development of low-cost, scalable monitoring systems.

πŸ“ Conclusion

Tommaso Giordano is a strong emerging researcher with a solid foundation in environmental data analysis, urban sustainability, and applied economics. His research contributions to European urban environmental monitoring projects, publication record, and cross-disciplinary skills make him a viable candidate for an early-career or young researcher award. For highly competitive Best Researcher Awards, enhancing leadership visibility, independent research initiatives, and international recognition would significantly boost his profile.

Publication

  1. Title: Assessment of seasonal variations in particulate matter accumulation and elemental composition in urban tree species
    Year: 2024
    Authors: B.B. Moura, F. Zammarchi, J. Manzini, Y. Hoshika, L. Brilli, C. Vagnoli, B. Gioli, …

 

  1. Title: Diurnal outdoor thermal comfort mapping through ENVI-met simulations, remotely sensed and in situ measurements
    Year: 2023
    Authors: E. Fiorillo, L. Brilli, F. Carotenuto, L. Cremonini, B. Gioli, T. Giordano, …

 

  1. Title: Development of low-cost air quality stations for next-generation monitoring networks: calibration and validation of NO and O sensors
    Year: 2023
    Authors: A. Cavaliere, L. Brilli, B.P. Andreini, F. Carotenuto, B. Gioli, T. Giordano, …

 

  1. Title: Potential of low-cost PM monitoring sensors to fill monitoring gaps in areas of Sub-Saharan Africa
    Year: 2024
    Authors: G. Gualtieri, K. Ahbil, L. Brilli, F. Carotenuto, A. Cavaliere, B. Gioli, T. Giordano, …

 

  1. Title: Intensive campaign on continuous isotopic sampling for environmental criticality in the Stalactites cave of Altamira karst
    Year: 2023
    Authors: M. Nardino, A.P. Freixedo, D. Famulari, L. Brilli, A. Cavalieri, F. Carotenuto, …

 

  1. Title: Performance Assessment of Two Low-Cost PM2.5 and PM10 Monitoring Networks in the Padana Plain (Italy)
    Year: 2024
    Authors: G. Gualtieri, L. Brilli, F. Carotenuto, A. Cavaliere, T. Giordano, S. Putzolu, …

 

  1. Title: Assessment of risk components for urban population to heat intensity and air pollution through a dense IoT sensor network
    Year: 2025
    Authors: T. Giordano, L. Brilli, G. Gualtieri, F. Martelli, A. Cavaliere, F. Carotenuto, …

 

  1. Title: Winter 2022 thermal anomaly and energy crisis impact on air quality in urban and rural areas assessed with dense sensor networks
    Year: 2023
    Authors: T. Giordano, L. Brilli, F. Carotenuto, A. Cavaliere, G. Gualtieri, B. Gioli, …

 

  1. Title: Istituto per la BioEconomia
    Year: Not specified (likely institutional or collaborative paper)
    Authors: L. Brilli, F. Carotenuto, A. Cavaliere, B. Gioli, T. Giordano, G. Gualtieri, …

 

 

Amazigh Ouaksel | Milieux aquatiques | Young Scientist Award

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Dr. Amazigh Ouaksel | Milieux aquatiques | Young Scientist Award

Dr. Amazigh Ouaksel, CEREGE – Aix Marseille universitΓ©, France

Dr. Amazigh Ouaksel is a researcher in environmental chemistry, specializing in the risks associated with (nano)particle exposure in freshwater ecosystems. He holds a PhD (2020–2023) from Aix-Marseille University, focusing on the environmental impacts of tungsten-based nanomaterials. With research experience at CEREGE, France, and the University of Bejaia, Algeria, he has investigated nanoparticle aggregation, bio-lixiviation, and pollutant fate. He has presented at SETAC and Goldschmidt conferences and co-authored studies on nuclear dismantling exposure. Currently, he serves as an ATER at Aix-Marseille University. πŸŒπŸ”¬πŸ“š

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πŸŽ“ Educational Background

Dr. Amazigh Ouaksel holds a PhD in Environmental Chemistry (2020–2023) from Aix-Marseille University, where he focused on the environmental risks associated with the life cycle of energy technologies, particularly the exposure and impacts of tungsten-based (nano)particles. He earned a Master’s degree (2018–2020) in Waste Management and Polluted Sites (GSDP, MAEVA) from Aix-Marseille University, conducting research at CEREGE. Prior to that, he completed a Master’s in Mineral Resource Valorization (2015–2017) at the University of Bejaia, Algeria. His academic journey has equipped him with expertise in environmental risk assessment, nanoparticle behavior, and sustainable resource management. πŸŒπŸ”¬πŸ“š

πŸ”¬ Research Experience

Dr. Amazigh Ouaksel has gained extensive research experience in environmental chemistry and nanoparticle behavior. In 2020, he conducted a six-month research internship at CEREGE, Aix-en-Provence, France, studying the fate of TiOβ‚‚ and CeOβ‚‚ nanoparticles in freshwater ecosystems. In 2019, during a three-month internship at the same institute, he analyzed the hetero-aggregation kinetics of metal oxide nanoparticles with clays. Earlier, in 2017, he undertook a three-month research project at the BBBS Laboratory, University of Bejaia, Algeria, optimizing the physico-chemical parameters of bioleaching for gold ore mineralization. His work contributes to understanding environmental risks and nanoparticle interactions. 🌍πŸ§ͺπŸ”Ž

πŸ“š Scientific Training

Dr. Amazigh Ouaksel is actively engaged in scientific training and outreach. Since 2020, he has participated in the FΓͺte de la Science in Aix-en-Provence, France, presenting on nanoparticle properties πŸ§ͺ🌍. In 2022, he completed the Aster’X training on X-ray spectroscopy, tomography, and emission analysis (32.5 hours) πŸ”¬πŸ“Š. Since 2023, he has been leading interactive workshops, including Fresques du Sol, de l’Économie Circulaire, Ma Terre en 180 Minutes, and Ma Terre en Classe, fostering environmental awareness and education πŸŒ±πŸ“–. His contributions bridge scientific research and public engagement, promoting sustainability and technological understanding.

πŸŽ“ Teaching Experience

Dr. Amazigh Ouaksel has extensive teaching experience in environmental chemistry and geosciences. From 2020 to 2023, he served as a Teaching Associate (CME) at IUT d’Aix-Marseille, delivering practical chemistry courses in general and organic chemistry πŸ§ͺπŸ“š. He also developed a professional simulation project on water analysis πŸ’§πŸ”¬. Since 2023, as a Temporary Lecturer and Researcher (ATER) at Aix-Marseille University (OSU PythΓ©as), he has been teaching biogeochemical cycles, soil science, ecotoxicology, and water chemistry πŸŒπŸ“Š. His expertise spans data analysis, GIS, and environmental risk assessment, integrating fieldwork and laboratory experiments to enhance student learning.

πŸ”¬ Research Focus

Dr. Amazigh Ouaksel specializes in environmental chemistry and nanoparticle ecotoxicology 🌍πŸ§ͺ. His research focuses on the behavior, fate, and environmental risks of metallic and engineered nanoparticles (e.g., tungsten, titanium dioxide, and cerium dioxide) in freshwater ecosystems πŸ’§βš›οΈ. He investigates nanoparticle aggregation, mobility, bioavailability, and toxicity in aquatic environments, assessing their impact on benthic organisms and water quality 🦠🦐. His work also contributes to nuclear decommissioning impact studies and sustainable waste management. His expertise spans biogeochemical cycles, soil-water interactions, and environmental risk assessment, advancing knowledge in pollution mitigation and ecosystem safety 🌱.

Publications Top Notes

1️⃣ Ouaksel A., Vidal V., Proux O., Pailles C., Rose J., Auffan M. (2023) – Coupling High-Energy Resolution Fluorescence Detected X-ray Absorption Spectroscopy with Microfluidic Cells for in Situ Monitoring of Tungsten Nanoparticles Redox Transformation. ACS Earth and Space Chemistry.

2️⃣ Ouaksel A., Carboni A., Slomberg D., Vidal V., Proux O., Santella C., Brousset L., Angeletti B., ThiΓ©ry A., Rose J., Auffan M. (2025) – Behavior and fate of ITER-like tungsten nanoparticles potentially released into freshwater ecosystems during tokamak reactor operation and maintenance. Journal of Hazardous Materials.

3️⃣ Slomberg D., Auffan M., Payet M., Carboni A., Ouaksel A., Brousset L., Angeletti B., ThiΓ©ry A., Grisolia C., Rose J. (2023) – Tritiated stainless steel (nano)particle release following a nuclear dismantling incident scenario: Significant exposure of freshwater ecosystem benthic zone. Journal of Hazardous Materials.

Parthankar Choudhury | Environment Conservation | Best Researcher Award

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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 β€˜Friends of the Environment’ by the Government of Assam, he has attended and delivered talks at 210 seminars globally.

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πŸŽ“ Education:

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

πŸ“š Publications:

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

πŸ‘¨β€πŸ« Teaching Experience: 36 years

 πŸ”¬ 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

πŸ† 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

πŸ“‹ 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

πŸ“Š Projects (Completed and Ongoing)

  1. Pests of Tea and Control in Tea Agro-ecosystem
    • Agency: UGC North East
    • Period: 1998-2001
    • Grant: β‚Ή1.0 Lakh
  2. SAP-DRS: Biodiversity Conservation
    • Agency: UGC
    • Period: 2009-2012
    • Grant: β‚Ή46.2 Lakhs
  3. Status Survey of Western Hoolock Gibbon and Conservation Initiative
    • Agency: UGC-MRP
    • Period: 2013-2017
    • Grant: β‚Ή9.45 Lakhs
  4. Status Survey and Conservation Needs of Primates
    • Agency: International Primatological Society, USA
    • Period: 2016-2017
    • Grant: $2000
  5. Habitat Restoration and Conservation of Gangetic Dolphin
    • Agency: North East Council Secretariat (NEC) under DoNER Ministry
    • Period: 2021-2024
    • Grant: β‚Ή24.89 Lakhs

Publication:πŸ“

  • 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 KakaΓ―
    • 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

Lakshmipathak | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

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Lakshmipathak | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Lakshmi Pathak, Banaras Hindu University, India.

Dr. Lakshmi Pathak is an esteemed researcher and educator at Banaras Hindu University, specializing in Environmental Biotechnology and Bioenergy. With a profound commitment to sustainability, Dr. Pathak’s work focuses on the rehabilitation of degraded land using energy plants, aiming to enhance environmental sustainability. She is fluent in English and Hindi and is a gold medalist in M.Tech Biotechnology from the Institute of Engineering & Technology, Lucknow. Dr. Pathak is married to Prashant Kumar Mishra and resides in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. πŸŒ±πŸ‘©β€πŸ”¬

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Education and Experience

Dr. Pathak earned her Ph.D. in 2022, focusing on the rehabilitation of degraded land by energy plants for environmental sustainability. She completed her M.Tech in Biotechnology with First Division honors (83.4%) in 2012 from Uttar Pradesh Technical University and her B.Tech in Biotechnology with First Division honors (81.4%) in 2008 from Maharishi Dayanand University, Rohtak. Dr. Pathak has excelled academically, securing a 95.7 percentile in GATE 2011 and receiving the DST-INSPIRE 2014 Scholarship. Her early professional experience includes a role as an Assistant Scientific Officer at Environment Biotech Pvt. Ltd., Lucknow. πŸŽ“πŸ”¬

Professional Development

Dr. Pathak has participated in numerous seminars and conferences, presenting her research on renewable energy policies, water resource management, and bioelectrochemical technologies. Notable presentations include the DST-SERB Sponsored National Workshop at Pondicherry University and the Energy Conclave at Banaras Hindu University. Her hands-on experience includes work at the Central Drug Research Institute and industrial training at Dabur Research Foundation and Ranbaxy Pvt. Ltd. πŸ’πŸ—£οΈ

Research Focus

Dr. Pathak’s research is centered on environmental sustainability, particularly through the use of energy plants for land rehabilitation. Her areas of specialization include Environmental Biotechnology, Bioenergy, Renewable Energy Policy, and Plant Science, with a keen interest in enzyme and fermentation technology. Dr. Pathak has published extensively, with recent works on natural colonizers for restoring polluted wastelands and transgenic energy plants for phytoremediation. πŸ“šπŸŒ

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