Hongji Li | Preliminary Treatment | Best Researcher Award

Ms. Hongji Li | Preliminary Treatment | Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor at Xi’an Polytechnic University, China.

Dr. Hong Ji Li is an Associate Professor and Master’s Supervisor at Xi’an Polytechnic University, specializing in municipal engineering and environmental sustainability. She holds a PhD in Municipal Engineering from Xi’an University of Technology and has dedicated over 10 years to water treatment, ecological wetland technology, and nanomaterials research. With over 40 SCI-indexed papers, three patents, and leadership in provincial and ministerial-level projects, she has made significant contributions to environmental engineering. A passionate educator, she has guided more than 10 graduate students and has won multiple teaching and research excellence awards. 🌱🔬📚

Publication Profile

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Academic Background 🎓

Dr. Hong Ji Li earned her PhD in Municipal Engineering from Xi’an University of Technology in 2018, focusing on urban water resource management. She completed her postgraduate studies in Environmental Engineering at Xi’an Polytechnic University, where she also obtained her Bachelor’s degree in Water Supply and Drainage Engineering. Her academic journey has provided her with expertise in hydropower, ecological wetland systems, and advanced nanotechnology for water treatment. She integrates her interdisciplinary knowledge to develop sustainable solutions for environmental challenges. 📖🔍💡

Professional Experience 🏆

Dr. Hong Ji Li has been an Associate Professor at Xi’an Polytechnic University since 2020, previously serving as a Lecturer and Teaching Assistant in the School of Environmental and Chemical Engineering. She has led multiple national and provincial-level research projects, including Key Technology Research on Water Pollution Control (700,000 RMB). Her work spans photocatalytic materials, nanotechnology, and municipal water systems. As an academic mentor, she has supervised numerous postgraduate students, guiding them in scientific research, innovation, and competition-based projects. Her contributions extend beyond research to teaching excellence and curriculum development. 📊🔬🎯

Awards and Honors 🏅

Dr. Hong Ji Li has received numerous accolades, including the Outstanding Teacher Award (2015, 2017) and Second Prize in the 17th Youth Teacher Teaching Competition (2023). She has mentored students to success in competitions such as the “Internet Plus” Innovation Contest and the Deepwater Cup National Plumbing Design Competition. She also secured the Second Prize in the Youth Teacher Lecture Competition and has been recognized for her contributions to research, education, and environmental sustainability. Her dedication has made her a respected figure in academia and engineering research. 🏆🎓👏

Research Focus 🔬

Dr. Hong Ji Li specializes in ecological wetland technology, urban comprehensive pipe corridors, and nanomaterial-based water treatment. Her research explores hierarchical zeolites, photocatalytic degradation, and adsorption performance of novel materials. She has developed mesoporous molecular sieves and advanced water recovery systems to tackle environmental pollution. Leading major funded projects, her studies contribute to sustainable water resource management and pollution prevention. With over 40 SCI-indexed publications, she is committed to developing innovative solutions for global environmental challenges. 🌿💧⚗️

Publication Top Notes

1️⃣ Optimization of TiO₂-SiO₂ membranes with polyethylene glycol as a drying chemical control agent for enhanced performance in dye wastewater treatment 🏭💧
Year: 2025| Journal: Separation and Purification Technology

2️⃣ Performance comparison of nano-Al₂O₃-modified PVDF membranes fabricated via two methods for enhanced dye removal ⚗️🧪
Year: 2025| Journal: RSC Advances

3️⃣ Dye-sensitized hierarchical TS-1 zeolite for highly efficient photocatalytic degradation of MB under visible light irradiation 🌞⚡
Year: 2025 | Journal: Inorganic Chemistry Communications

Conclusion

Dr. Hong Ji Li is an Associate Professor and Master’s Supervisor at Xi’an Polytechnic University, specializing in ecological wetland technology, urban comprehensive pipe corridors, and nanomaterials for water treatment. She holds a PhD in Municipal Engineering from Xi’an University of Technology and has over a decade of research experience. With 40+ SCI-indexed publications, three invention patents, and leadership in multiple high-impact research projects, she has significantly contributed to environmental engineering. Her dedication to academia is reflected in her mentorship of graduate students and numerous teaching awards, making her a strong contender for the Best Researcher Award.

 

 

Madiha Ijaz | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Madiha Ijaz | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Madiha Ijaz, University of the Punjab, Pakistan

Dr. Madiha Ijaz is a dedicated academic and researcher in the field of Environmental Sciences with a specialization in occupational health and safety (OHS). She has been serving as a Lecturer and Head of the Geology Department at Govt. Postgraduate College for Women in Lahore since 2018. Dr. Ijaz completed her Ph.D. in Environmental Sciences, focusing on ergonomic hazards in mining and quarrying industries. With over 12 years of experience, she has authored 11 research papers and is involved in various environmental and occupational safety initiatives. Dr. Ijaz is also an active participant in national and international scientific conferences. 📚💼

 

Publication Profile

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Academic Background 🎓🌱

Dr. Madiha Ijaz holds a Ph.D. in Environmental Sciences with a specialization in ergonomic hazards and exposure assessments (OHS) from the University of the Punjab (2021). She completed her M.Phil. in Environmental Sciences at GC University Lahore in 2015, and her M.Sc. in Environmental Sciences from the University of the Punjab in 2011. Additionally, Dr. Ijaz earned a Bachelor’s in Education (B.Ed.) in 2015 from Allama Iqbal Open University, Islamabad, enhancing her teaching expertise. She also holds a B.Sc. in Double Mathematics and Physics from Postgraduate College for Women, Sialkot. 📚👩‍🎓

 

Professional Experience 🌍👩‍🏫

Dr. Madiha Ijaz has diverse experience in academia and environmental consultancy. Since November 2021, she has been teaching Fundamentals of Ergonomics and Noise Pollution to MPhil OHS students at the College of Earth and Environmental Sciences, University of the Punjab. She has served as a Lecturer in Geology at Govt. Postgraduate College for Women, Lahore since January 2018. Dr. Ijaz has also managed examination systems for 21 disciplines and contributed to the M.Phil. OHS admission committee. Previously, she worked as an Environmental Analyst at Weekly Cutting Edge Magazine (2015-2016) and as an Environmentalist at Universal Environmental Consultants (2011-2014). 🌱📚

 

Training and Workshops 📚🎓

Dr. Madiha Ijaz has actively participated in various professional development programs. In November 2019, she attended a two-day workshop on “Teaching as a Profession” at the Faculty Development Academy, Punjab Higher Education Commission (PHEC), Pakistan. She also completed a two-week Induction Training in April-May 2018 at the same institution. Dr. Ijaz enhanced her skills in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) by attending a course from August 5 to 27, 2017, at the College of Earth and Environmental Sciences, University of the Punjab. Additionally, she participated in a one-day workshop on Contaminated Site Assessment in February 2016. 🌱👩‍🏫

 

Research Focus

Dr. Madiha Ijaz’s research primarily focuses on environmental health and occupational safety. Her work addresses musculoskeletal disorders (WRMSDs) among workers, particularly in sectors like construction, coal mining, and brick manufacturing, highlighting the impact of ergonomics, dust exposure, and socioeconomic factors on workers’ health. Additionally, she explores environmental pollution through studies on contaminated sites, water quality, and the use of phytoremediation for waste management. Dr. Ijaz also investigates heat-related illnesses in mining environments and the role of microorganisms in environmental cleanup. Her interdisciplinary research links environmental sciences, public health, and sustainable development. 🌍🔬👷‍♀️

 

Publication Top Notes

  • Task-based evaluation of WRMSDs prevailing amongst workers in building construction: An occupational and socioeconomic perspective
    Journal of Back and Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation | Published: 2024-08-26 | DOI: 10.3233/bmr-240078 📊
  • Workplace induced heat-related-illness and kidney disorders amongst coal cutters of underground mines
    Indoor and Built Environment | Published: 2024-07 | DOI: 10.1177/1420326X241229431 💪
  • Environmental conditions and the associated health effects amongst workers of electronic industry
    Pakistan Journal of Science | Published: 2024-03-01 🏭
  • Burkholderia cepacia CS8 improves phytoremediation potential of Calendula officinalis for tannery solid waste polluted soil
    International Journal of Phytoremediation | Published: 2023-02-28 | DOI: 10.1080/15226514.2023.2183717 🌱
  • Risk Factors Associated with the Prevalence of Upper and Lower Back Pain in Male Underground Coal Miners in Punjab, Pakistan
    International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health | Published: 2020-06-09 | DOI: 10.3390/ijerph17114102 🔧
  • Biogas Synthesis from Leather Industry Solid Waste in Pakistan
    Polish Journal of Environmental Studies | Published: 2020-06-08 | DOI: 10.15244/pjoes/110444 ♻️
  • Dust Generation and Respiratory Impact of Underground Coal-Producing Mines in Pakistan
    Polish Journal of Environmental Studies | Published: 2020-06-08 | DOI: 10.15244/pjoes/115329 🌫️
  • Cross-Sectional Survey of Musculoskeletal Disorders in Workers Practicing Traditional Methods of Underground Coal Mining
    International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health | Published: 2020-04-09 | DOI: 10.3390/ijerph17072566 🛠️
  • Quantitative and qualitative assessment of musculoskeletal disorders and socioeconomic issues of workers of brick industry in Pakistan
    International Journal of Industrial Ergonomics | Published: 2020-03 | DOI: 10.1016/j.ergon.2020.102933 🧱
  • Role of Acinetobacter sp. CS9 in Improving Growth and Phytoremediation Potential of Catharanthus longifolius under Cadmium Stress
    Polish Journal of Environmental Studies | Published: 2018-11-20 | DOI: 10.15244/pjoes/80806 🌿