Alexandre Berger | Atmospheric science | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Alexandre Berger | Atmospheric science | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Alexandre Berger, University Burgundy Europe, France

Dr. Alexandre Berger is a climatologist specializing in atmospheric physics and chemistry, climate modeling, and urban climate adaptation. Born on June 5, 1986, in Laon, France, he has contributed extensively to climate research through numerical simulations and statistical analyses. His work focuses on climate change impacts, urban heat islands, and atmospheric aerosol chemistry. With postdoctoral experiences at the University of Burgundy and the University of Toulouse III, he has been actively involved in projects like H2020 RESPONSE and ANR DYVALOCCA. Dr. Berger has also served as a professor, mentor, and researcher, advancing climate science while engaging in public outreach.

Publication Profile

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Education 🎓📚

Dr. Alexandre Berger earned his PhD in Atmospheric Sciences from the University of Toulouse III (2011–2014), focusing on multi-scale modeling of atmospheric aerosol chemistry. He completed his Master’s in Ocean-Atmosphere and Continental Surfaces (2009–2011) at the same institution, specializing in meteorology, atmospheric chemistry, and remote sensing. His research included numerical evaluations of cloud chemistry’s contribution to secondary organic aerosols. Before that, he obtained a Bachelor’s degree in Fundamental Physics (2007–2009) from the University of Toulouse III, covering fluid mechanics, electromagnetism, and quantum physics. Additionally, he holds a DUT in Physical Measurements (2004–2006) from the University of Champagne-Ardenne, with expertise in thermal transfers, optics, and material properties.

Experience

Dr. Berger has extensive research and teaching experience. He worked as a postdoctoral researcher at the University of Burgundy (2021–2024), leading numerical climate simulations for urban heat islands and cloud cover formation in Africa. From 2016–2017, he studied climate variability in the Mont-Blanc massif using WRF simulations. His doctoral research at the University of Toulouse III (2011–2014) focused on atmospheric aerosol chemistry. As an educator, he has taught at the University of Burgundy and the University of Toulouse III, instructing students in statistics, mathematics, and atmospheric sciences. He also worked as a mathematics and physics teacher in French high schools from 2018–2020.

Awards and Honors 🏆🎖️

Dr. Berger has been recognized for his contributions to climate modeling and atmospheric research. His doctoral research on aerosol chemistry received accolades for innovation in multi-scale numerical modeling. His work on urban climate adaptation, particularly in the H2020 RESPONSE project, earned recognition from the scientific community. He has also been acknowledged for his contributions to ANR DYVALOCCA and ANR MONT-BLANC projects, advancing understanding of climate change impacts. As an educator, he has received commendations for his mentorship and teaching excellence at the University of Burgundy and Toulouse III.

Research Focus 🌍🔬

Dr. Berger specializes in atmospheric physics, climate modeling, and urban heat island mitigation. His research integrates numerical simulations with observational data to study urban climate dynamics, cloud formation, and climate variability. He has worked on European and African climate projects, focusing on mesoscale atmospheric modeling, statistical downscaling, and climate adaptation strategies. His expertise spans tropospheric chemistry, aerosol microphysics, and remote sensing applications for climate monitoring. His contributions aim to improve climate resilience, urban planning, and environmental policies through advanced modeling techniques.

Publication Top Notes

  • “Aerosol processing and CCN formation of an intense Saharan dust plume during the EUCAARI 2008 campaign” (2015) – Atmospheric Chemistry and Physics ​ResearchGate

  • “Modeling organic aerosol composition at the Puy de Dôme mountain (France) for two contrasted air masses with the WRF-Chem model” (2015) – Atmospheric Chemistry and Physics ​ResearchGate+1ACP+1

  • “Evaluation of Meso-NH and WRF/CHEM simulated gas and aerosol chemistry over Europe based on hourly observations” (2016) – Atmospheric Research ​

  • “Huge decrease of frost frequency in the Mont-Blanc Massif under climate change” (2019) – Scientific Reports ​PubMed

  • “The dry-season low-level cloud cover over Western Equatorial Africa: a case study with a mesoscale atmospheric model” (2024) – Quarterly Journal of the Royal Meteorological Society ​Royal Meteorological Society

Ferenc Ács | Human biometeorology | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ferenc Ács | Human biometeorology | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ferenc Ács, University Eötvös Loránd, Institute of Geography and Earth Sciences, Department of Meteorology, Hungary

Ferenc Ács, born on December 28, 1955, in Novi Sad, Serbia, is a distinguished meteorologist specializing in atmospheric sciences. He earned his BSc in Physics from the University of Novi Sad in 1979 and his MSc in Meteorology from the University of Belgrade in 1989. After serving as a research associate in Austria and Germany, he joined Eötvös Loránd University (ELTE) in Hungary in 1994. Dr. Ács obtained his habilitation degree in 2008 with a focus on soil-plant-atmosphere interactions. His research spans heat and water transport, evapotranspiration, and climate classification. Since 2016, he has concentrated on human biometeorology, developing clothing thermal resistance models. Retired since 2021, he remains a lecturer at ELTE, contributing significantly to the field.

Publication Profile

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Education 🎓

Ferenc Ács completed his BSc in Physics at the University of Novi Sad in 1979, where he built a strong foundation in atmospheric physics. In 1989, he pursued an MSc in Meteorology at the University of Belgrade, focusing on the development of a multi-layer vegetation model for atmospheric studies. His MSc thesis explored the relationship between transpiration and vegetation’s physical and biological properties. His academic pursuits continued at Eötvös Loránd University (ELTE), where he obtained his habilitation degree in 2008. His thesis on the interaction processes within the soil-plant-atmosphere system showcased his expertise in environmental modeling.

Experience 🧑‍🔬

Dr. Ferenc Ács has an extensive career in meteorology. From 1992 to 1994, he served as a scholarship holder and research associate in Vienna, Austria, and Braunschweig, Germany. In 1994, he joined ELTE’s Department of Meteorology, contributing as a researcher and lecturer. His focus included soil and water transport processes, convective precipitation, and boundary layer dynamics. After obtaining his habilitation degree in 2008, Dr. Ács expanded his expertise into human biometeorology, specifically researching clothing thermal resistance and human thermal comfort. Despite his retirement in 2021, he continues his collaboration with ELTE as a lecturer, enriching the field of atmospheric sciences.

Research Focus 🔎

Dr. Ferenc Ács’s research primarily covers atmospheric and environmental science. His initial studies addressed heat and water transport in soil, evapotranspiration processes, and convective precipitation. He also investigated planetary boundary layer dynamics, lightning frequency, and climate classification. Since 2016, he has shifted his focus to human biometeorology, concentrating on the development of clothing thermal resistance models to assess the impact of climate and weather on human thermal comfort. His multidisciplinary approach combines physical and biological modeling, contributing significantly to understanding human-environment interactions.

 

Publication Top Notes

  • Human thermal bioclimate of the Swiss-Austrian alpine region based on estimates of the clothing thermal resistance model (2025) – 📖 DOI: 10.1007/s00704-025-05433-y

  • Hogyan optimalizálható a lakások fűtése és hűtése egyszerű lépésekkel? (2024) –  📖 DOI: 10.31852/EMF.36.2024.073.077

  • Comparison of human thermal loads on foggy and cloudless mornings (2024) –  📖 DOI: 10.21203/rs.3.rs-4085090/v1

  • On the Human Thermal Load in Fog (2024) –  📖 DOI: 10.3390/meteorology3010004

  • Individual local human thermal climates in the Hungarian lowland: Estimations by a simple clothing resistance‐operative temperature model (2023) – 📖 DOI: 10.1002/joc.7910

  • New statistical deterministic method for estimating human thermal load and sensation — application in the Carpathian region (2023) – 📖 DOI: 10.1007/s00704-022-04297-w

  • A 2021-es balatoni strandszezon hosszának becslése meteorológiai és humánmeteorológiai információk alapján (2022) –  📖 DOI: 10.31852/EMF.34.2022.078.083

  • Projected changes in Feddema climate characteristics in the Larger Carpathian Region by the end of the 21st century (2022)  📖 DOI: 10.1002/joc.7558

  • Clothing resistance and potential evapotranspiration as thermal climate indicators—The example of the Carpathian region (2021) –  📖 DOI: 10.1002/joc.7008

  • Human thermal climate of the Carpathian Basin (2021) – 📖 DOI: 10.1002/joc.6816

  • Larger Carpathian region climate according to Köppen, Feddema and the Worldwide Bioclimatic Classification System methods (2021) –  📖 DOI: 10.1002/joc.6859

  • Carpathian Basin climate according to Köppen and a clothing resistance scheme (2020) –  📖 DOI: 10.1007/s00704-020-03199-z

  • A túrázás humánmeteorológiai szempontból: 2. rész: gyakorlati alkalmazások (2018) –  📖 DOI: 10.31852/EMF.30.2018.022.027

  • Climate and climate change in the Austrian–Swiss region of the European Alps during the twentieth century according to Feddema (2018) -📖 DOI: 10.1007/s00704-017-2230-6

conclusion

Dr. Ferenc Ács is a strong candidate for the Research for Best Researcher Award. His impactful work in climate classification, biometeorology, and atmospheric interactions demonstrates his significant influence in the field.

 

Min Xu | Environmental Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Min Xu | Environmental Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Researcher at Chinese Research Academy of Environmental Sciences , China

Dr. Min Xu is an Assistant Researcher at the Chinese Research Academy of Environmental Sciences (CRAES), Beijing, China. He holds a PhD in Environmental Engineering from Beijing Normal University (2021) and degrees in Municipal Engineering and Water Supply & Drainage from Hebei University of Engineering. His research focuses on advanced wastewater treatment, Fenton processes, and eco-friendly pollution control. He has led multiple national projects, published extensively in top environmental journals, and holds several patents on innovative wastewater treatment technologies. Dr. Xu is also a co-author of books on oxidation processes and activated sludge. 📚💧🔬

Publication Profile

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Educational Background🎓🔬

Dr. Min Xu is an Assistant Researcher at the Chinese Research Academy of Environmental Sciences (CRAES) 🏛️, specializing in environmental pollution control and wastewater treatment 💧. He earned his PhD in Environmental Engineering from Beijing Normal University 🎓 and holds degrees in Municipal Engineering and Water Supply & Drainage from Hebei University of Engineering. With extensive research experience, he contributes to developing sustainable water treatment technologies ♻️. His work focuses on improving industrial wastewater management, ensuring eco-friendly solutions for environmental protection 🌏. Dr. Xu continues to advance innovative approaches for cleaner water and a healthier planet.

Professional Experience 👩‍🏫🔬

Dr. Min Xu is an Assistant Researcher at the Chinese Research Academy of Environmental Sciences (CRAES) 🏛️, specializing in environmental pollution control and wastewater treatment 💧. Since August 2021, he has been contributing to the Engineering Technology Research Center, focusing on innovative solutions for pollution management ♻️. Previously, he held the same role from 2013 to 2015, gaining expertise in advanced treatment technologies. With a strong commitment to environmental sustainability 🌏, Dr. Xu plays a key role in developing cleaner and more efficient water treatment methods, ensuring a healthier ecosystem for future generations.

Research Focus 🔬🦠

Dr. Min Xu specializes in environmental engineering, focusing on wastewater treatment 💧, advanced oxidation processes ⚛️, and catalytic regeneration 🔄. His research explores innovative approaches to petrochemical wastewater treatment, Fenton-based systems, and bio-electrochemical technologies ⚡. He has contributed significantly to the remediation of hazardous pollutants 🏭 and the optimization of wastewater treatment plants ♻️. His work includes patents, monographs, and high-impact publications 📖 on catalyst regeneration, pollutant degradation, and water quality assessment. Dr. Xu plays a crucial role in advancing sustainable industrial wastewater management and eco-friendly treatment technologies 🌱 for a cleaner environment.

Publication Top Notes

  • “Advanced treatment of petrochemical secondary effluent by Fenton: performance and organics removal characteristics.”

    • Authors: Min Xu, Changyong  Wu, Yuexi Zhou
    • Journal: Water Science and Technology
    • Year: 2017

  • “Coagulation Behavior and Floc Properties of Dosing Different Alkaline Neutralizers into the Fenton Oxidation Effluent.”

    • Authors: Min Xu, Changyong Wu, Yanan Li, Yuexi Zhou, Hao Xue, Yin Yu
    • Journal: Water, Air, & Soil Pollution
    • Year: 2018

  • “Exploration of Applicability of Diatom Indices to Evaluate Water Ecosystem Quality in Tangwang River in Northeast China.”

    • Authors: Hao Xue, Lei Wang, Lingsong Zhang, Yeyao Wang, Fansheng Meng, Min Xu
    • Journal: Water
    • Year: 2023

  • “Analysis on Operation and Water Quality Characteristics of Centralized Wastewater Treatment Plants of Industrial Parks in Yellow River Basin, China.”

    • Authors: Yanjun Wang, Yue Yuan, Hao Xue, Yin Yu, Yang Shi, Huina Wen, Min Xu
    • Journal: Water
    • Year: 2024

  • “Advancements of the Fluidized Bed Fenton (FBF) Technology for wastewater treatment: Mechanism, mass and heat transfer.”

    • Authors: Shiqi Jiang, Yue Yuan, Qi Huang, Min Xu, Peijian Zhang, Yin Yu, Hongbo Xi, Changyong Wu
    • Journal: Journal of Environmental Management
    • Year: 2024

  • “Bio-electro-Fenton systems in wastewater treatment: Research progress and prospects.”

    • Authors: Peijian Zhang, Sheng Zhang, Min Xu, Shiqi Jiang, Xiyan Ou, Chenjie Wang, Yin Yu, Changyong Wu
    • Journal: Journal of Electroanalytical Chemistry
    • Year: 2025

  • “Ultraviolet Radiation-Assisted Preparation of a Novel Biomass Fiber to Remove Cadmium from Wastewater.”

    • Authors: Hao Xue, Min Xu, Yueyang Yu, Jiancheng Wang, Chen Liu, Fansheng Meng
    • Journal: Water
    • Year: 2023

 

 

 

Jannatul Naim | Environmental Migration and Resilience | Young Scientist Award

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Jannatul Naim | Environmental Migration and Resilience | Young Scientist Award

Ms Jannatul Naim, Khulna University, Bangladesh

Jannatul Naim is a dedicated researcher and recent graduate in Economics from Khulna University, Bangladesh. She completed her Master’s in Social Science (M.S.S) with a focus on households’ willingness to pay for improved air quality in Khulna City. Jannatul has contributed to several research projects, including studies on mangrove ecosystem services, rehabilitation programs for beggars, and farmers’ participation in weather risk insurance. She has published articles in Plant Science Today and Humanities and Social Sciences Communications. Jannatul is passionate about socioeconomic research and holds significant experience as a research assistant. 💼📊📈

Publication profile

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Education

Jannatul Naim is a dedicated academic from Khulna, Bangladesh, with a strong background in economics. She completed her Secondary School Certificate (SSC) in Business Studies at St. Xavier’s High School Khulna in 2013, achieving a perfect score of 5.00/5.00. She furthered her education with a Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) from Govt. M.M. City College Khulna in 2015, earning a grade of 4.67/5.00. Jannatul completed her Bachelor of Social Science (B.S.S.) in Economics at Khulna University in 2022, with a thesis on personality traits and teaching strategies. She continued her studies with a Master of Social Science (M.S.S.) in Economics at the same university, graduating in 2023 with a focus on air quality in Khulna City 🌍📚🎓.

Experience

Ms. Jannatul Naim has served as a Research Assistant on two significant projects. From February to December 2022, she worked under the guidance of Associate Professor Nishad Nasrin at Khulna University on the project titled “Unraveling the Effects of A Rehabilitation Program on The Socioeconomic Wellbeing of Beggars and Begging Motivation: Evidence from An Urban Area of Bangladesh.” Her responsibilities included conducting literature reviews, analyzing data, and documenting research findings. From March to July 2024, she joined Professor Md. Nasif Ahsan on the project “Mangrove Ecosystem Services and Socio-economic Resilience,” where she contributed to research design, data management, and stakeholder collaboration. 🌱📊

Research focus

Jannatul Naim’s research primarily focuses on plant stress tolerance, particularly in response to salinity, drought, and heavy metal stress in crop plants. She investigates the genetic characterization of mutant populations, examining their adaptability to environmental stressors, including rehabilitation programs for socio-economic well-being in agricultural communities. Her studies also explore the role of exogenous chemical compounds in improving stress resilience through the modulation of reactive oxygen species (ROS) and methylglyoxal detoxification. This work contributes to sustainable agricultural practices and crop improvement. 🌾🔬🌱⚗️🌍

Publication top notes

Advanced Mutant Line Developed from Fatemadhan Shows Salinity Tolerance at both Seedling and Reproductive Stages

Unraveling the effects of a rehabilitation program on the socioeconomic wellbeing of beggars and begging motivation: evidence from an urban area of Bangladesh

CHARACTERIZATION AND GENETIC ANALYSIS OF THE SELECTED RICE MUTANT POPULATIONS

Farmers Adaptation Strategies to Adverse Impacts of Drought on Agriculture of the Central Barind Tract of Bangladesh: An Empirical Study

Heavy-Metal-Induced Reactive Oxygen Species and Methylglyoxal Formation and Detoxification in Crop Plants: Modulation of Tolerance by Exogenous Chemical Compounds

Conclusion

Ms. Jannatul Naim’s academic achievements, research experience, and publications make her a strong contender for the “Young Scientist Award.” Her focus on both economic and environmental issues positions her to contribute to important societal advancements, fitting the award’s criteria.