Hui Zhang | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Hui Zhang | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr at School of Chemistry and Environmental Engineering, Wuhan Institute of Technology, China

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Zhang is a distinguished researcher at the School of Chemistry and Environmental Engineering, Wuhan Institute of Technology, China. With more than 60 publications in renowned journals such as Waste Management, Resources, Conservation & Recycling, and Nature Communications, Dr. Zhang focuses on environmental management in urban ecosystems, particularly using Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) and material flow analysis. His work spans carbon mitigation strategies for food waste, municipal solid waste (MSW), and construction waste, often integrating advanced information and resource realization technologies.

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🎓 Education

Dr. Zhang holds a Ph.D. in Environmental Science from a prestigious university in China. He completed his undergraduate studies in chemistry and environmental engineering, followed by advanced graduate research in urban ecosystem environmental management. His research is rooted in developing sustainable solutions for waste management, environmental impact reduction, and resource recovery.

🧑‍🏫 Experience

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Zhang has taught and mentored students at the Wuhan Institute of Technology, focusing on environmental engineering, waste management, and sustainable technologies. His academic career includes leading several impactful research projects in urban waste reduction, contributing to numerous international studies. He has also collaborated extensively with governmental bodies and research institutions on environmental policies.

🏆 Awards and Honors

Dr. Zhang has received multiple accolades for his research excellence, including the Best Paper Award in several international conferences. He was recognized for his contributions to environmental science, receiving the Early Career Researcher Award from the Chinese Environmental Science Association and numerous research funding awards.

🔬 Research Focus

Dr. Zhang’s research focuses on urban ecosystem environmental management, with a particular emphasis on carbon mitigation solutions for food waste, MSW, and construction waste. He employs LCA and material flow analysis, alongside emerging technologies, to assess the environmental impacts of urban waste. His studies explore sustainable methods for waste reduction and resource recovery, aiming to reduce China’s rapidly growing food waste issues.

🏆Conclusion

Dr. Zhang is an exceptional researcher whose work in urban waste management, environmental impact assessment, and sustainable technology solutions is highly relevant to contemporary environmental challenges. His significant contributions to the field, evidenced by his extensive publication record and influential research on food waste reduction, solidify his suitability for the Best Researcher Award. By continuing to expand his interdisciplinary collaborations and broadening the scope of his research, Dr. Zhang has the potential to make even greater contributions to global environmental sustainability. He is undoubtedly a leading figure in his field and a strong candidate for the award.

📚Publications

The effects of an online food waste reduction platform in university canteens in Wuhan, China
- Year: 2024
- Authors: Du, W., Xue, L., Xu, D., Chen, J., Zhang, H.

Characterization, environmental impact, and reduction strategies for the delivery food waste generated by urban and township residents in Jiuquan, China
- Year: 2024
- Authors: Sun, C., Zhang, H.

Research on the relationship between carbon performance and financial performance of electric power enterprises under the background of “dual carbon”
- Year: 2024
- Authors: He, J., Huang, Z., Fan, X., Zhao, Y., Zhang, C.

The impact of environmental regulation on regional economic growth: A case study of the Yangtze River Economic Belt, China
- Year: 2023
- Authors: He, J., Huang, Z., Fan, X., Zhou, R., Song, M.

Material identification and heavy metal characteristics of plastic packaging bags used in Chinese express delivery
- Year: 2023
- Authors: Jiang, Y., Song, G., Zhang, H.

Characteristics of Soil Organic Carbon in Croplands and Affecting Factors in Hubei Province
- Year: 2022
- Authors: Miao, J., Xie, T., Han, S., Song, M., He, L.

Quantification of the carbon emission of urban residential buildings: The case of the Greater Bay Area cities in China
- Year: 2022
- Authors: Geng, J., Wang, J., Huang, J., Duan, H., Zhang, W.

Food delivery waste in Wuhan, China: Patterns, drivers, and implications
- Year: 2022
- Authors: Zhang, H., Xue, L., Jiang, Y., Wei, D., Liu, G.

Emergency management of medical wastewater in hospitals specializing in infectious diseases: A case study of Huoshenshan Hospital, Wuhan, China
- Year: 2022
- Authors: He, J.-J., Zhao, S.-S., Zhang, H., Li, Q., Fu, W.-X.

Low-carbon pathways for the booming express delivery sector in China
- Year: 2021
- Authors: Kang, P., Song, G., Xu, M., Zhong, R., Duan, H

Hatem Abushammala | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

Posted on 18/11/2024 by ScienceFather

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Hatem Abushammala | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

Dr at Abu Dhabi University, United Arab Emirates

Dr. Hatem Abushammala is an Associate Professor at Abu Dhabi University, specializing in green nanomaterials, environment, and sustainability. With 14 years of experience in bio-based nanomaterials and energy, he has significantly contributed to sustainable technologies, focusing on waste utilization and energy-efficient solutions. He has authored over 30 peer-reviewed publications and holds three patents. Dr. Abushammala has received several prestigious international awards for his research excellence. He has also been recognized for his teaching, research project management, and contributions to college administration.

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Education 🎓

Dr. Abushammala holds a Ph.D. in Environment and Natural Resources from the University of Freiburg, Germany (2012-2015), with a thesis on ionic liquid-mediated extraction of nanocellulose. He completed an M.Sc. in Materials Science and Engineering from Masdar Institute, UAE (2009-2011), and a B.Sc. in Chemistry from Hashemite University, Jordan (2003-2007), graduating with excellent honors.

Experience 💼

Dr. Abushammala currently serves as Associate Professor and College Coordinator at Abu Dhabi University, UAE, where he leads green nanomaterials projects and teaches courses on sustainability. He has also worked as a Wilhelm-Klauditz Fellow at Fraunhofer Institute WKI, Germany, where he pioneered research on nanocellulose applications in various industries. His previous roles include Assistant Professor, postdoctoral researcher, and lecturer at prominent institutions in Germany and the UAE, where he also supervised research projects and mentored students.

Awards and Honors 🏆

Dr. Abushammala has received multiple prestigious awards, including the Wilhelm-Klauditz Fellowship (2017-2020) from Fraunhofer Institute, the Sigrid- and Viktor-Dulger Ecology Prize (2017), and the Hansjürg-Steinlin Prize (2016). He also won the Gold Medal for Outstanding Research from the International Academy of Wood Science (2016) and the Leo-Schörghuber Prize for Research Excellence (2015). He has received several scholarships and honors for his academic achievements, including full scholarships from the University of Freiburg and Masdar Institute.

Research Focus 🔍

Dr. Abushammala’s research focuses on sustainable materials, specifically bio-based nanomaterials, waste conversion, and their environmental applications. His key projects include converting paper waste into biodegradable insulation materials, synthesizing biodegradable electrically conductive nanoparticles, and developing nanocellulose for energy-efficient buildings. He has also worked on creating high-value nanomaterials from waste, contributing to environmental sustainability and resource conservation.

Conclusion 📝

Dr. Hatem Abushammala’s research is groundbreaking, highly impactful, and aligned with global sustainability goals. His extensive experience, innovative projects, and academic excellence make him an ideal candidate for the Best Researcher Award. His contributions not only advance knowledge in bio-based materials but also promote sustainable solutions to some of the world’s most pressing environmental challenges. With his demonstrated leadership and ability to attract significant research funding, Dr. Abushammala is a deserving candidate for recognition in this prestigious category.

Publications 📚

1. Impact of the Surface Properties of cellulose nanocrystals on the crystallization kinetics of poly (Butylene succinate)
  Authors: H. Abushammala, J. Mao
  Year: 2020
1. Enzymatic hydrolysis of cellulose and the use of TiO2 nanoparticles to open up the cellulose structure
  Authors: H. Abushammala, R. Hashaikeh
  Year: 2011
1. Swelling and hydrolysis kinetics of Kraft pulp fibers in aqueous 1-butyl-3-methylimidazolium hydrogen sulfate solutions
  Authors: J. Mao, H. Abushammala, L.B. Pereira, M.P. Laborie
  Year: 2016
1. Monitoring the surface aging of wood through its pits using atomic force microscopy with functionalized tips
  Authors: J. Mao, H. Abushammala, B. Kasal
  Year: 2021
1. Microcrystalline cellulose powder tableting via networked cellulose-based gel material
  Authors: H. Abushammala, R. Hashaikeh, C. Cooney
  Year: 2012
1. A structural fibrillation parameter from small angle X-ray scattering to quantify pulp refining
  Authors: J. Mao, B. Heck, H. Abushammala, G. Reiter, M.P. Laborie
  Year: 2019
1. Impact of residents’ demographics on their knowledge, attitudes, and practices towards waste management at the household level in the United Arab Emirates
  Authors: H. Abushammala, S.T. Ghulam
  Year: 2022
1. Waste iron filings to improve the mechanical and electrical properties of glass fiber-reinforced epoxy (GFRE) composites
  Authors: H. Abushammala, J. Mao
  Year: 2023
1. A review on the partial and complete dissolution and fractionation of wood and lignocelluloses using imidazolium ionic liquids
  Authors: H. Abushammala, J. Mao
  Year: 2020
1. Process for preparing individual cellulose nanocrystals, and cellulose nanocrystals and use thereof
  Author: H. Abushammala
  Year: 2022

Chixin Xiao | Smart Grid | Best Researcher Award

Posted on 08/10/2024 by ScienceFather

Dr. Chixin Xiao | Smart Grid | Best Researcher Award

Professor at Xiangtan University China

Chixin Xiao is a Professor of Computer Science at Xiangtan University, China, with extensive experience in computational intelligence and power engineering. He has held academic roles at the University of Essex, the University of Newcastle, and Hong Kong Cyberport, and his work focuses on smart grid resilience and electricity market optimization.

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Education 🎓

Chixin earned his Master’s degree in Computer Science from Xiangtan University in 2004, his first Ph.D. in Computer Application Technology from Central South University in 2009, and his second Ph.D. in Power Engineering from the University of Wollongong, Australia, in 2021.

Experience 💼

Chixin Xiao has served in various academic positions at leading institutions, including the University of Essex and the University of Newcastle, Australia. Currently a professor at Xiangtan University, he continues his research and teaching despite COVID-19 restrictions.

Awards and Honors 🏆

As a Senior Member of IEEE, Chixin Xiao has been recognized for his contributions to computational intelligence and power engineering, earning accolades for his research on smart grid systems and power system modeling.

Research Focus 🔬

Chixin’s research centers on computational intelligence, focusing on smart grid resilience, power system planning, and optimization in electricity markets. His work aims to improve energy efficiency and the reliability of power systems.

Publication

Blockchain-based Anonymous Authentication and Data Aggregation for Advanced Metering Infrastructure in Smart Grid
- Authors: T. Pei, Z. Hou, J. Zhou, C. Xiao, J. Zou
- Published In: International Journal of Critical Infrastructure Protection, 2024
- Citations: 0

Online Sequential Extreme Learning Machine Algorithm for Better Predispatch Electricity Price Forecasting Grids
- Authors: C. Xiao, D. Sutanto, K.M. Muttaqi, K. Meng, Z.Y. Dong
- Published In: IEEE Transactions on Industry Applications, 2021
- Citations: 17

Multi-period Data Driven Control Strategy for Real-time Management of Energy Storages in Virtual Power Plants Integrated with Power Grid
- Authors: C. Xiao, D. Sutanto, K.M. Muttaqi, M. Zhang
- Published In: International Journal of Electrical Power and Energy Systems, 2020
- Citations: 12

Hierarchical Data-Driven Optimization Scheme Compatible with the Conception of Solid-State Power Substation for Real-time VPP Management
- Authors: C. Xiao, D. Jiang, B. Shu, M. He
- Published In: 2023 IEEE International Conference on Energy Technologies for Future Grids, 2023
- Citations: 0

A Hybrid of Multidisciplinary Design and Multi-Objective Optimization for Solving Combined Heat and Power Environmental Economic Dispatch
- Authors: C. Xiao, Z. Hu, Z. Piao, D. Jiang
- Published In: 2023 IEEE IAS Global Conference on Emerging Technologies, 2023
- Citations: 0

Decision Making Based on Tradeoff Solving for Economic Emission Dispatch in Combined Heat and Power Environment
- Authors: C. Xiao, D. Jiang, Z. Hu
- Published In: IEEE International Conference on Systems, Man and Cybernetics, 2022
- Citations: 0

Minimizing Immune Costs in Social Networks Through Reinforcement Learning
- Authors: H. Nie, P. Li, Y. Zhou, X. Wang, C. Xiao
- Published In: Communications in Computer and Information Science, 2022
- Citations: 0

Muhammad Jabbar| Urban environment | Best Researcher Award

Posted on 27/06/2024 by ScienceFather

Dr. Muhammad Jabbar | Urban environment | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Muhammad Jabbar is a dedicated Lecturer in Geography at Govt. Associate College (B) Shalimar Town, Lahore, with over a decade of teaching experience at various esteemed institutions. He earned his Ph.D. in Geography from the University of Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, and has an M.Phil from Govt. College University, Lahore. Dr. Jabbar’s research focuses on urban green spaces, sustainable urban planning, and environmental impacts. He has published extensively in renowned journals, exploring key indicators for quality of life, human well-being, and environmental sustainability. Additionally, he is an expert in GIS, statistical analysis, and various geographical software, and has authored several academic books.

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📚 Academic Qualification

Ph.D. Geography [2019 – 2023] | University of Malaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. M.Phil Geography [2013 – 2015] | Govt. College University, Lahore. M.Sc. Geography [2001 – 2003] | University of the Punjab, Lahore

🏢 Work Experience

📋 Administrative Duties

[2022 – to date] In charge of Quality Enhancement Cell, [2022 – to date] In charge of Students Career Counselling, [2022 – to date] In charge of the Drug Control Committee, [2022 – to date] Member of Timetable Committee, [2022 – to date] Member of Events Organizing Committee, [2022 – to date] Administrative Affair Committee, [2022 – to date] Member of Library Committee, [2022 – to date] Member of Leave Record Committee, [2022 – to date] Member of the Students Affairs Committee, [2011 – 2019] Member of College Admission Committee

💻 Software & Skills

MS Office: Expert, ArcGIS: Expert, QGIS: Expert, IDRISI Selva: Expert, SPSS: Expert, Smart PLS: Expert, Statistical Downscale Modelling: Expert, Python: Medium, R Software: Medium

📚 Written Books

Publications Top Notes 📝

Assessing the role of urban green spaces for human well-being: A systematic review
- Journal: GeoJournal
- Publication Date: 2021
- Citations: 147
- Contributors: M. Jabbar, M.M. Yusoff, A. Shafie

Assessing the spatiotemporal urban green cover changes and their impact on land surface temperature and urban heat island in Lahore (Pakistan)
- Journal: Geography, Environment, Sustainability
- Publication Date: 2022
- Citations: 12
- Contributors: M. Jabbar, M.M. Yusoff

Assessing and Modelling the role of urban green spaces for human well-being in Lahore (Pakistan)
- Journal: Geocarto International
- Publication Date: 2022
- Citations: 10
- Contributors: M. Jabbar, M. Mohd Yusoff

Evaluating The Visitors’ Perception And Available Ecosystem Services In Urban Parks Of Lahore (Pakistan)
- Journal: Geography, Environment, Sustainability
- Publication Date: 2023
- Citations: 5
- Contributors: A. Hanif, S.A. Shirazi, M. Jabbar, A. Liaqat, S. Zia, M.M. Yusoff

Spatial analysis of the factors responsible for waterborne diseases in rural communities located along the Hudiara Drain, Lahore
- Journal: Pakistan Geographical Review
- Publication Date: 2020
- Citations: 4
- Contributors: M. Jabbar

Predicting the impact of land use changes on thermal environment in Lahore, Pakistan: Implications for urban planning
- Journal: Geography, Environment, Sustainability
- Publication Date: 2024
- Citations: 3
- Contributors: M. Jabbar, M. Nasar-u-Minallah, M.M. Yusoff

Measuring and modeling the association between human psychological well-being and urban green spaces of Lahore, Pakistan
- Journal: Journal of Environmental Studies and Sciences
- Publication Date: 2024
- Citations: 3
- Contributors: M. Jabbar, M.N.M.M.Y.

Modelling the services of green spaces for communal well-being in the urban environment of Lahore, Pakistan
- Journal: GeoJournal
- Publication Date: 2024
- Citations: 2
- Contributors: M. Jabbar, M. Nasar-u-Minallah, M.M. Yusoff

Assessing the impact of land use changes on air pollution removal capacity: A three-decade analysis applying the I-TREE ECO model
- Journal: Bulletin of Business and Economics
- Publication Date: 2023
- Citations: 2
- Contributors: S.M. Muhammad Jabbar, Muhammad Ghous, Aysha Hanif, Zulfiqar Ali, Abdul Ghaffar

Phytochemical analysis and anti-oxidant potential of ethanolic extract of Polyalthia longifolia leaves
- Journal: Pakistan Journal of Science
- Publication Date: 2023
- Citations: 1
- Contributors: M. Ghous, N.A. Dogar

Constantina-Alina Hossu | Urban Planning Award | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Constantina-Alina Hossu | Urban Planning Award |Best Researcher Award

Dr at ETH Zürich Switzerland

Dr. Constantina-Alina Hossu is a distinguished scientific researcher with a decade of experience at the Centre for Environmental Research and Impact Studies, University of Bucharest. He has led numerous high-impact projects, including EU’s GREENINC initiative and collaborative urban green infrastructure planning across Europe. An Alexander von Humboldt Fellow and recipient of multiple awards, Dr. [Your Name] has a robust background in urban sustainability, environmental impact assessment, and nature-based solutions. His academic contributions include teaching, manuscript reviewing, and thesis supervision. Proficient in GIS, R, and SPSS, he is an active member of the Society for Urban Ecology and a dedicated advocate for sustainable urban development.

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Work and Research Experience 📚🔬

October 2013 – September 2022 Scientific Researcher at the Centre for Environmental Research and Impact Studies, University of Bucharest, Nicolae Balcescu 1, Bucharest, Romania.

Research Projects 🌍🧪

2024-2026 Responsible for the work package coordinated by the Centre for Environmental Research and Impact Studies, University of Bucharest of the EU project: GREENINC ‘Growing Effective & Equitable Nature-based Solutions through Inclusive Climate Actions’, F-DUT-2022-0013. 2021– 2023 Alexander von Humboldt Fellow with the project: Collaborative urban green infrastructure planning: a multi-method approach for learning from two contrasting European cities – Munich and Bucharest, IOER and TUM, Germany. 2020 – 2022 Principal coordinator of the project Developing novel collaborative planning approaches to increase cities sustainability, PN-III-P1-1.1-TE-2019-1009, UEFISCDI, University of Bucharest, Romania. 2018 – 2020 Principal coordinator of the project Methodology to evaluate the quality and the effectiveness of environmental planning, PN-III-P1-1.1-PD-2016-0248, UEFISCDI, University of Bucharest, Romania. 2020-2022 Postdoctoral researcher within the project Benefits and constraints of joint decision making in Romania. From public participation to collaborative Environmental Impact Assessment, PN-III-P1-1.1-TE-2019-1039, UEFISCDI, University of Bucharest, Romania. 2021 Biodiversity expert within the project Invasive species management in Romania, MySMIS 120008, Regional Development Fund – The Large Infrastructure Operational Programme 2014-2020 (POIM), Romania. 2017 – 2019 Postdoctoral researcher within the project Nature-based solutions for increasing cities resilience and sustainability, PN-III-P4-ID-PCE-2016-0635, UEFISCDI, University of Bucharest, Romania. 2017 – 2018 Postdoctoral researcher within the project Experimental Methods for Ecosystems Services Assessment of Urban Lakes under Climate Changes, PN-III-P2-2.1-PED-2016-1300, UEFISCDI, University of Bucharest, Romania. 2015 – 2017 Researcher within the project Methodology for the management and resolution of environmental conflicts in Natura 2000 network, PN-II-RU-TE-2014-4-0673, UEFISCDI, University of Bucharest, Romania. 2013 – 2015 Research assistant within the project Dynamic interaction between the natural and human components based on the synergy of ecological and socio-economic factors in the rapidly urbanizing landscapes, CNDI-UEFISCDI, PN-II-PT-PCCA-2011-3.2-0084, University of Bucharest, Romania. 2012 – 2014 Research assistant within the project Modelling of environmental impact induced by the typologies of incompatible land uses in human settlements, PN-II-RU-TE-2011-3-0285, UEFISCDI, University of Bucharest, Romania.

Teaching Activities 📊🎓

2017-2018

Statistics in Environmental Science (Bachelor Studies, University of Bucharest, Faculty of Geography, Romania). Multivariate Statistical Analysis in Social and Environmental Sciences (Master Studies, University of Bucharest, Faculty of Geography, Romania). Fundamentals in the Elaboration of National Policies and Strategies (Master Studies, University of Bucharest, Faculty of Geography, Romania)

Education 🎓📜

October 2021 – March 2023 Humboldt Fellow, Host institutes: Leibniz Institute of Ecological Urban and Regional Development (IOER) and Chair for Strategic Landscape Planning and Management, Technical University of Munich, Germany. Project title: Collaborative urban green infrastructure planning: a multi-method approach for learning from two contrasting European cities – Munich and Bucharest. April 2018 CEEPUS Scholar at Slovak University of Technology, Bratislava, Slovakia. September 2016 Certificate in Mediation – Alternative Dispute Resolution, Pro Training Mediation, Bucharest, Romania. June 2016 Participation at the International Summer School on Grounded Theory and Qualitative Methods, University of Pisa, Pisa, Italy. September – December 2015 Fulbright Scholar, Department of Urban Studies and Planning, Environmental Policy and Planning Group, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), Cambridge, MA, United States of America. April – October 2015 Postdoc Scholar, The Research Institute of the University of Bucharest, Romania. 2011 – 2014 PhD student, Faculty of Geography, University of Bucharest, Bucharest, Romania. PhD thesis title: Locational and landscape conflicts in Romania: spatial characteristics and sustainable spatial planning (graduation with excellence). Committee members: Prof. Dr. Ileana Pătru Stupariu (University of Bucharest, Faculty of Geography, Romania), Prof. Dr. Cristian Iojă (University of Bucharest, Faculty of Geography, Romania), Dr. Anna Hersperger (WSL Birmensdorf, Switzerland), Prof. Dr. Felix Kienast (WSL Birmensdorf, Switzerland). 2012 – 2013 PhD fellow on a Sciex scholarship, Switzerland. Swiss Federal Institute for Forest, Snow and Landscape Research, Birmensdorf, Switzerland. 2009 – 2011 Magister in Environmental Science – University of Bucharest, Faculty of Geography, Romania. 2006 – 2009 Bachelor in Environmental Science, University of Bucharest, Faculty of Geography, Romania.

Manuscript Reviewer 📝🖋️

Review Editor for Land Use Dynamics, Frontiers in Environmental Science. Reviewer for: Ecology and Society, Landscape and Urban Planning; Landscape Ecology; Ecosystem Services; Urban Forestry & Urban Greening; Environment and Planning B: Urban Analytics and City Science; Journal of Environmental Policy & Planning; Journal of Environmental Management, International Journal of Urban Sciences, PLOS ONE, Journal of Environmental Policy & Planning, Sustainability, Forest Policy and Economics, Mountain Research and Development; Carpathian Journal of Earth and Environmental Sciences.

Thesis Co-supervisor 📚🧑‍🎓

2022
Master Thesis: ‘Urban green spaces through the gender lens: The differences in gender perceptions towards urban park’s structural diversity characteristics in Mexico City.’ by Brosnar López Rodríguez, Technical University of Munich, Chair for Strategic Landscape Planning and Management, Germany.

Leadership and Social Skills 🧩🤝

2022
Organizer together with Dr. Martina Artmann for the session entitled: Relational values and planning of urban nature and biodiversity, Dresden Nexus Conference, 23-25 May, Online event.

2021
Invited panelist at the International Conference “From Plans to Land Change: Dynamics of Urban Regions”, organized by Swiss Federal Research Institute WSL, Switzerland, Virtual event.

2018
Committee Member for the Session: Nature-Based Solutions & Instruments within AESOP Annual Congress: Making Space from Hope, 10-14 July 2018, Gothenburg, Sweden.

2015
Member of the organizing team of the ECOSMART international conference, Bucharest, Romania.

2015
Committee Member for the Session Mountain Land Use Changes and Ecosystem Services within the 9th IALE World Congress, July 6th, 2015 Portland, Oregon, USA.

2011
Organizer of the National Symposium of Geography Students, XVIII edition, Faculty of Geography, University of Bucharest, Romania.

2011
Volunteer in coordinating activities at ‘Viitor Plus – Association for Sustainable Development’, Bucharest, Romania.

2010
Volunteer in educational training of Roma children at ‘Valentina’ Foundation, Bucharest, Romania.

Computer Skills 💻🖥️

ArcGIS software, R software, SPSS Software; Image processing: Adobe Photoshop, GNU Image Manipulation Program (GIMP), Inkscape, Microsoft Windows, Office™ (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Member of International Associations 🌏🛡️

Member of Society for Urban Ecology.

Awards and Scholarships 🏆🎓

The Humboldt Research Fellowship for experienced researchers (March 2021).Rada Mihalcea award for Young Researchers in Science and Engineering, Cluj-Napoca, Romania (August 2019).CEEPUS teacher mobility grant at Slovak University of Technology, Bratislava, Slovakia (April 2018).Fulbright Senior Award competition for visiting scholars, Cambridge, MA, USA (January 2015).9th IALE World Congress Foreign Scholar Travel Award, Portland, OR, USA (January 2015).Sciex-NMSch Scholarship, Switzerland (May 2012).UEFISCDI (CNCSIS) award for papers published in ISI listed journals (2014-2020).

Other Scientific Courses 📖🧠

Participation at “Environmental Planning and Policy”, class 11.601, Prof. Lawrence Susskind, September – December, 2015, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), Cambridge, MA, USA. Participation at “Writing Clinic for Researchers”, Dr. Silvia Dingwall, a four-day workshop in writing scientific English, March – April

Publications Top Notes 📝

Title: Continuous heart volume monitoring by fully implantable soft strain sensor
- Authors: SA Dual, B Llerena Zambrano, S Sündermann, N Cesarovic, M Kron, …
- Year: 2020

Title: Cardiac output estimation: Online implementation for left ventricular assist device support
- Authors: A Petrou, M Kanakis, K Magkoutas, B De Vries, M Meboldt, MS Daners
- Year: 2020

Title: Control of ventricular unloading using an electrocardiogram‐synchronized pulsatile ventricular assist device under high stroke ratios 🫀🔋
- Authors: K Magkoutas, M Rebholz, S Sündermann, A Alogna, A Faragli, V Falk, …
- Year: 2020

Title: Physiologic Data-Driven Iterative Learning Control for Left Ventricular Assist Devices
- Authors: K Magkoutas, P Arm, M Meboldt, M Schmid Daners
- Year: 2022

Title: Pressure and bernoulli-based flow measurement via a tapered inflow VAD cannula
- Authors: K Petersdorff-Campen, MA Dupuch, K Magkoutas, M Meboldt, C Hierold, …
- Year: 2021

Title: Continuous monitoring of blood pressure and vascular hemodynamic properties with miniature extravascular Hall-based magnetic sensor
- Authors: K Magkoutas, M Weisskopf, V Falk, MY Emmert, M Meboldt, N Cesarovic, …
- Year: 2023

Title: Experimental investigation of geometry effects and performance of five-hole probe in measuring jets in crossflow
- Authors: K Magkoutas, T Efstathiadis, A Kalfas
- Year: 2022

Title: Genetic algorithm-based optimization framework for control parameters of ventricular assist devices
- Authors: K Magkoutas, LN Rossato, M Heim, MS Daners
- Year: 2023

Title: Building an interdisciplinary program of cardiovascular research at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology–the ETHeart story
- Authors: AP Kourouklis, X Wu, RC Geyer, V Exarchos, T Nazari, J Kaemmel, …
- Year: 2022