Pin-Chun Huang | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Pin-Chun Huang | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

Assist. Prof. Dr. Pin-Chun Huang, National Taiwan Ocean University, Taiwan

Dr. Huang is an expert in hydrology and river engineering with extensive experience in rainfall-runoff modeling and flood prediction. He holds a Ph.D. from NTOU and has received numerous awards, including the 2022 Excellent Young Scholars Award from Taiwan’s National Science and Technology Council. He has published widely in high-impact journals, focusing on hydrological and geomorphological systems for flood and coastal inundation forecasting. 🌊💧🌐📚

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Professional Experience

Assist. Prof. Dr. Pin-Chun Huang has a diverse academic and research background. Since February 2022, he has been serving as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Harbor and River Engineering at National Taiwan Ocean University (NTOU). He also has experience as a Visiting Scholar at several prestigious institutions, including the University of California, Irvine (2019) and Moscow State University (2017). Dr. Huang worked as an Assistant Research Fellow at NTOU’s Center of Excellence for Ocean Engineering from 2018 to 2022. Additionally, he held a postdoctoral position at NTOU from 2016 to 2018. 🌍🔬📚

Education

Assist. Prof. Dr. Pin-Chun Huang has an extensive academic foundation in Harbor and River Engineering from National Taiwan Ocean University (NTOU). He earned his Ph.D. in 2016, following a Master’s degree in 2013, both from NTOU’s Department of Harbor and River Engineering. Dr. Huang’s academic journey began at NTOU in 2007, where he completed his Bachelor’s degree in 2011. His solid educational background equips him with deep expertise in hydrology, hydraulics, and engineering research. 📘🎓🌊

Awards and Honors

Assist. Prof. Dr. Pin-Chun Huang has received numerous prestigious awards throughout his career. In 2022, he was honored with the Excellent Young Scholars Award by Taiwan’s National Science and Technology Council. Dr. Huang also received the Academic Research Advancement Award from National Taiwan Ocean University in 2021. His academic excellence has been recognized with an Honorary Membership in the Phi Tau Phi Scholastic Honor Society (2016), and the Best Paper Award at the Disaster Management Conference (2013). Additionally, he was awarded the Engineering, Science, and Technology Scholarship by China Engineering Consultants in 2011 and 2012. 🏅🎖️📜

Research Interests

 

Assist. Prof. Dr. Pin-Chun Huang’s research interests are focused on surface hydrology and channel hydraulics, aiming to better understand water flow and flood behavior in various environments. His expertise includes rainfall-runoff modeling, which helps predict stormwater runoff, and flood forecasting for urban and rural areas. He also specializes in coastal inundation simulation to evaluate flood risks in coastal regions, integrating storm surge and topographic characteristics. Additionally, Dr. Huang works on geomorphologic analysis, studying the impact of landscape features on hydrological processes. 🌊💧🌍🏞️🌧️

Publication Top Notes

  • “Distinctions of geomorphological properties caused by different flow-direction predictions from digital elevation models” – Cited by: 21, Year: 2016 🌍📊
  • “An efficient method for DEM-based overland flow routing” – Cited by: 21, Year: 2013 🚶‍♂️🌧️
  • “Evaluating the adequateness of kinematic-wave routing for flood forecasting in midstream channel reaches of Taiwan” – Cited by: 21, Year: 2012 🌊🔮
  • “Influence of topographic features and stream network structure on the spatial distribution of hydrological response” – Cited by: 16, Year: 2021 🏞️📈
  • “An effective alternative for predicting coastal floodplain inundation by considering rainfall, storm surge, and downstream topographic characteristics” – Cited by: 11, Year: 2022 🌧️🌊
  • “Improvement of two-dimensional flow-depth prediction based on neural network models by preprocessing hydrological and geomorphological data” – Cited by: 11, Year: 2021 🤖🌐
  • “Efficient DEM‐based overland flow routing using integrated recursive algorithms” – Cited by: 11, Year: 2017 🌍🔄
  • “A simple depression-filling method for raster and irregular elevation datasets” – Cited by: 11, Year: 2015 🏔️🧑‍💻
  • “Assessment of flood mitigation through riparian detention in response to a changing climate–a case study” – Cited by: 9, Year: 2018 🌎🌧️
  • “An alternative for predicting real-time water levels of urban drainage systems” – Cited by: 8, Year: 2023 🌆💧
  • “Analysis of hydrograph shape affected by flow-direction assumptions in rainfall-runoff models” – Cited by: 7, Year: 2020 🌧️🔍
  • “Channel hydrological response function considering inflow conditions and hydraulic characteristics” – Cited by: 5, Year: 2020 🌊⚙️
  • “Channel-flow response function considering the downstream tidal effect and hydraulic characteristics” – Cited by: 3, Year: 2021 🌊🔄
  • “Refinement of the channel response system by considering time‐varying parameters for flood prediction” – Cited by: 3, Year: 2020 🌧️📈
  • “Establishing a shallow-landslide prediction method by using machine-learning techniques based on the physics-based calculation of soil slope stability” – Cited by: 2, Year: 2023 🌍🔮
  • “A novel method of estimating dynamic partial contributing area for integrating subsurface flow layer into GIUH model” – Cited by: 2, Year: 2023 🌍🧠

Louise Rütting | Earth and Planetary Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Louise Rütting | Earth and Planetary Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Prof Louise Rütting, Brandenburg University of Technology Cottbus-Senftenberg, Germany

Prof. Louise Rütting is a highly regarded scholar in ecosystem science and soil biology. Currently holding the Professor Chair of Soil and Plant Systems at Brandenburg University of Technology, Cottbus-Senftenberg, Germany, she has extensively researched nitrogen cycling, climate change, and ecosystem resilience. Her Ph.D. at the University of Copenhagen explored nitrogen cycling in heathlands, leading to her postdoctoral research and several impactful publications. Prof. Rütting’s work has had significant implications for understanding ecosystem dynamics in the face of climate change, earning her respect across academia.

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Education

Prof. Louise Rütting 🎓 has a solid academic foundation in ecosystem science, starting with her Master’s degree in Biology from the University of Copenhagen in 2004 🧬. She continued her studies at the same institution, completing a Ph.D. in 2008 with a thesis titled “Nitrogen Cycling in Heathland Ecosystems and Effects of Climate Change” 🌱🌍. Guided by her supervisor, Anders Michelsen, she delved deeply into nitrogen dynamics under climate change. In 2019, she achieved the title of Docent in Ecosystem Science at the University of Gothenburg, Sweden 📖, further solidifying her expertise and recognition in the field.

Award Description Content 🏆🌍

The Best Researcher Award celebrates scholars advancing critical research fields. Eligibility requires an established track record in research, publications, and a demonstrated impact on the scientific community. Candidates must meet age, qualification, and publication criteria, evaluated based on originality, innovation, and societal benefit. Submissions should include a detailed biography, research abstract, and relevant publications. This award acknowledges contributions that drive field innovation and inspire future research.

Research Focus Area 🌱🧬

Prof. Louise Rütting specializes in ecosystem science with a particular focus on nitrogen cycling and climate resilience. Her research examines the effects of environmental changes—such as elevated CO₂ levels and warming—on ecosystem nutrient cycles, primarily within temperate grasslands and heathlands. Her experiments, which often involve stable isotope techniques, provide insights into plant-soil interactions under climate stress. This work has broad implications, as understanding these dynamics is critical for creating sustainable agricultural practices and protecting natural ecosystems. Prof. Rütting’s research aligns with global efforts to mitigate climate impacts on biodiversity.

Key Publications Summary 📄✨

  • 2018: Biomass Responses in a Temperate European Grassland – Global Change Biology, 24, 3875-3885 📉
  • 2017: Long-Term Global Change Manipulations – Scientific Reports, 7 📊
  • 2016: Shifting Impacts of Climate Change on Plant Response – Advances in Ecological Research, Vol. 55 📘
  • 2015: Nitrogen Cycle Responses to Elevated CO₂ – Nutrient Cycling in Agroecosystems, 101 📑
  • 2014: Bacteria and Fungi Responses to Climate Change – PLOS ONE, 9 📚

Publication Top Notes

Reduced N cycling in response to elevated CO2, warming, and drought in a Danish heathland: synthesizing results of the CLIMAITE project after two years of treatments

Experimental design of multifactor climate change experiments with elevated CO2, warming and drought: the CLIMAITE project

Predicting soil carbon loss with warming

Off-season uptake of nitrogen in temperate heath vegetation

Globally consistent influences of seasonal precipitation limit grassland biomass response to elevated CO2

Biomass responses in a temperate European grassland through 17 years of elevated CO2

Plant nutrient mobilization in temperate heathland responds to elevated CO2, temperature and drought

Seasonal variations and effects of nutrient applications on N and P and microbial biomass under two temperate heathland plants

Conclusion 🔍

Prof. Louise Rütting’s work continues to illuminate the interactions within ecosystems, making her a prime candidate for the Best Researcher Award due to her contributions to climate science and ecosystem sustainability.

Hamid Reza Mobasser | Environmental Quality | Best Researcher Award

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Assist Prof Dr. Hamid Reza Mobasser | Environmental Quality | Best Researcher Award

Assist Prof Dr. Hamid Reza Mobasser, Islamic Azad university, Iran

Dr. Hamid Reza Mobasser is a dedicated faculty member at Islamic Azad University with a PhD in Agricultural Engineering-Agronomy. He heads the Agronomy and Plant Breeding Department at Qaemshahr University and the Agriculture and Environmental Sciences Department in Mazandaran Province. Dr. Mobasser has over 140 national and international publications, focusing on rice, legumes, and nano fertilizers. His notable projects include optimizing plant density for rice cultivation and studying the effects of nanoparticles on crop traits. He actively contributes to academia by supervising numerous master’s and doctoral theses. 📚🌱

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Academic and Professional Background

Hamid Reza Mobasser holds a PhD, Master’s, and Bachelor’s in Agricultural Engineering-Agronomy. He is the Head of Agronomy and Plant Breeding at Qaemshahr University and the Agriculture and Environmental Sciences Department at Mazandaran Province. He has organized and spoken at various workshops and conferences, including the “Ways to Improve Rice Yield” workshop in 2024.

Research Focus

Dr. HR Mobasser’s research primarily focuses on agronomy, specifically the optimization of rice cultivation practices. His work explores various factors affecting rice yield and yield components, such as seedling age, planting density, nitrogen fertilization, and the application of nanoparticles. Additionally, Dr. Mobasser has contributed to studies on other crops, including canola and barley, examining the effects of different agronomic practices on their growth and yield. His research often involves evaluating the impacts of innovative agricultural techniques and inputs to enhance crop productivity and sustainability in Iran. 🌾🌱💧

Publication Top Notes

  • Effect of seedling age and planting space on yield and yield components of rice (Neda variety) 🌾📅
    • Asian Journal of Plant Sciences 6 (2), 438-440
    • Cited by: 82
    • Year: 2007
  • Effects of silicon and zinc nanoparticles on growth, yield, and biochemical characteristics of rice 🌾🔬
    • Agronomy Journal 111 (6), 3084-3090
    • Cited by: 57
    • Year: 2019
  • Effect of planting density on agronomical characteristics of rice (Oryza sativa L.) varieties in north of Iran 🌾🌱
    • Pakistan Journal of Biological Sciences: PJBS 10 (18), 3205-3209
    • Cited by: 57
    • Year: 2007
  • The effect of planting date and seedling age on yield and yield components of rice (Oryza sativa L.) varieties in North of Iran 🌾📅
    • African Journal of Agricultural Research 6 (11), 2571-2575
    • Cited by: 55
    • Year: 2011
  • Effect of cutting time and cutting height on yield and yield components of ratoon rice (Tarom langrodi variety) 🌾✂️
    • Cited by: 48
    • Year: 2009
  • Effect of density on morphological characteristics related-lodging on yield and yield components in varieties rice (Oryza sativa L.) in Iran 🌾🏠
    • Am. Eurasian J. Agric. Environ. Sci 5, 745-754
    • Cited by: 46
    • Year: 2009
  • Effect of foliar application of zinc nano oxide on agronomic traits of two varieties of rice (Oryza sativa L.) 🌾🔬
    • Crop Research 52 (6), 195-201
    • Cited by: 37
    • Year: 2017
  • Effects of nitrogen fertilization and rice harvest height on agronomic yield indices of ratoon rice-berseem clover intercropping system 🌾🌱
    • Australian Journal of Crop Science 5 (5), 566-574
    • Cited by: 35
    • Year: 2011
  • Two Iranian rice cultivars’ response to nitrogen and nano-fertilizer 🌾🧪
    • Open Journal of Ecology 7 (10), 591-603
    • Cited by: 33
    • Year: 2017
  • Effect of seedling age and potassium rates on morphological traits related-lodging, yield and yield components of rice (Oryza sativa L.) in Iran 🌾📅
    • American-Eurasian Journal of Agricultural & Environmental Sciences 11, 261-268
    • Cited by: 31
    • Year: 2011

Peng Cui | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

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Peng Cui | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

Assoc Prof Dr Peng Cui, Northeast Forestry University, China

Prof. Dr. Peng Cui 🏛️ is a distinguished academic with a PhD in Architecture from Harbin Institute of Technology and National University of Singapore. Currently a Professor and PhD Supervisor in Urban and Rural Planning at the College of Landscape Architecture, Northeast Forestry University, he focuses on low-carbon sustainable urban development, green urban design, and building energy simulation & control. Dr. Cui has authored 3 textbooks and 2 monographs, led 7 National Natural Science Foundation projects in China, and secured ongoing research funding of USD 200,000. He has published 23 SCI-indexed papers, with notable contributions to sustainable cities and environmental design. 🌿📚

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🎓 Education and Academic Roles

Professor Peng Cui holds a PhD in Architecture from Harbin Institute of Technology and National University of Singapore. He is a Postdoctoral Researcher in Landscape Architecture and a Professor in Urban and Rural Planning at the College of Landscape Architecture, Northeast Forestry University.

📚 Publications and Achievements

Prof. Cui has authored 3 textbooks and 2 monographs. He has published 23 SCI-indexed papers, including in top-tier journals like Sustainable Cities and Society and Building and Environment.

Research focus

Peng Cui’s research primarily focuses on urban climate and environmental design, particularly in cold regions like Northeast China. His studies explore the impacts of urban green spaces, street design, and building morphology on local climate variables such as land surface temperature (LST), urban heat islands (UHI), and air quality. His work often employs advanced methods like gradient boosted regression trees and optimization algorithms to assess and improve urban microclimates. Key areas of interest include sustainable urban design, energy consumption, and environmental comfort in extreme climates. 🌳🏙️🌡️

Publication top notes

Assessing the effects of urban green spaces metrics and spatial structure on LST and carbon sinks in Harbin, a cold region city in China

Effect of street design on UHI and energy consumption based on vegetation and street aspect ratio: Taking Harbin as an example

Assessing the Effects of Urban Morphology Parameters on PM2.5 Distribution in Northeast China Based on Gradient Boosted Regression Trees Method

[Retracted] A Study on Nonvisual Effects of Natural Light Environment in a Maternity Ward of a Hospital in Cold Area

Research on Acoustic Environment in the Building of Nursing Homes Based on Sound Preference of the Elderly People: A Case Study in Harbin, China

A Sustainable Design Strategy Based on Building Morphology to Improve the Microclimate of University Campuses in Cold Regions of China Using an Optimization Algorithm

Study on the Effect of Streets’ Space Forms on Campus Microclimate in the Severe Cold Region of China—Case Study of a University Campus in Daqing City

Impact of urban morphology on outdoor air temperature and microclimate optimization strategy base on Pareto optimality in Northeast China

Study of the Cooling Effects of Urban Green Space in Harbin in Terms of Reducing the Heat Island Effect

Assessing the Effects of Urban Morphology Parameters on Microclimate in Singapore to Control the Urban Heat Island Effect

Gibson Ofremu | Environmental Sustainability Award | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Gibson Ofremu | Environmental Sustainability Award | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Gibson Ofremu, Illinois Institute of Technology, United States

Gibson Ofremu is a seasoned energy professional with over 7 years of experience in geoscience, sustainability, climate change, and environmental management. His expertise spans geothermal energy, CCUS, GHG accounting, and ESG reporting. Gibson has managed and supported over 20 global projects, delivering them safely, on time, and cost-effectively. He holds an M.Sc. in Environmental Management and Sustainability from Illinois Institute of Technology and an Advanced Postgraduate Diploma in Petroleum Geoscience. Passionate about reducing carbon emissions, Gibson aims to align energy sector operations with sustainable practices for a greener future. 🌱🌐

 

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Education

Gibson Ofremu holds an M.Sc. in Environmental Management and Sustainability from the Illinois Institute of Technology, Chicago, graduating with a 3.90 GPA in December 2023 🌟. His thesis focused on ESG accounting and carbon management in the auto collision sector. He earned an Advanced Postgraduate Diploma in Petroleum Geoscience from the Laser Petroleum Geoscience Centre, Nigeria, with a GPA of 4.74 in February 2018 📊, where his thesis explored 3D static modeling and reservoir characterization. Gibson also holds a B.Sc. in Geology from the University of Port Harcourt, Nigeria, achieving a 3.54 GPA in March 2012 📚, with a thesis on the structural analysis of amphibolite schist.

Work Experience

Gibson Ofremu is an experienced sustainability specialist currently at Caliber Collision USA, where he leads GHG emissions analysis and ESG performance improvements 🌿. He previously worked at Baumann Consulting as a commissioning, sustainability, and energy engineer, optimizing building performance and supporting ESG reporting 🌱. At Narag Energy Solution, he served as Lead Petrophysicist, conducting reservoir studies and enhancing CCUS projects. Gibson also contributed to Chevron Nigeria’s drilling operations, significantly boosting reserves 💧. His journey includes impactful roles in geoscience and sustainability, reflecting his dedication to advancing sustainable energy practices worldwide 🌍.

 

Research Focus

Gibson Ofremu’s research focuses on the intricate relationships between climate change, air pollutants, and human health 🌍💨. His work, as exemplified by the paper “Exploring the Relationship between Climate Change, Air Pollutants, and Human Health: Impacts, Adaptation, and Mitigation Strategies,” delves into the environmental and health impacts of climate change and air pollution. He investigates adaptation and mitigation strategies to address these challenges, aiming to improve both environmental quality and public health 🌱🩺. Gibson’s research is pivotal in developing sustainable solutions that reduce harmful emissions and enhance resilience against climate-related health risks 🌡️💚.

 

Publication Top Note

Exploring the Relationship between Climate Change, Air Pollutants and Human Health: Impacts, Adaptation, and Mitigation Strategies