Roshni Paul | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

Roshni Paul | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

Dr Roshni Paul, SP Jain, United Arab Emirates

Dr. Roshni Paul is an experienced academic with a robust background in teaching and research across the UK and UAE. She holds a PhD in Engineering and a Master’s in Education, alongside a Master’s in Nanotechnology. A Fellow of the Higher Education Academy, her expertise spans Environmental Engineering, Anaerobic Digestion, and Chemistry. Dr. Paul has authored over 20 publications and is adept in curriculum development and innovative teaching methods, including flipped classrooms. She actively engages with STEM education initiatives and has presented at numerous international conferences. 🌍📚🔬 Her commitment to fostering education and research makes her a valued contributor in her field.

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Education 

Dr. Roshni Paul holds an impressive academic background, with a PhD in Engineering (2013–2018) and an MPhil in Engineering (2011–2013) from Birmingham City University, UK. She also earned a Master’s in Education (2014–2015) from the same institution. Prior to this, Dr. Paul completed her MSc in Nanotechnology (2008–2009) at the University of Teesside, UK, and a BSc in Chemistry (2005–2008) from Calicut University, India. Additionally, she is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (Advance HE) in the UK, reflecting her commitment to educational excellence and innovation. 🎓🔬✨

Experience

Dr. Roshni Paul is an experienced educator with a strong background in higher education, having taught and conducted research in the UK and UAE. She holds a BSc in Chemistry and an MSc in Nanotechnology, along with teaching qualifications including a Master’s in Education and a Postgraduate Certificate in Learning and Teaching in Higher Education. As a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (Advance HE), she specializes in subjects such as Chemistry, Environmental Engineering, and Education. Dr. Paul is adept in curriculum development and various teaching techniques, including flipped classrooms and online learning. She has authored 20 publications and actively supports STEM initiatives for girls in the UK. 📚🔬🌍👩‍🏫✨

Awards and Recognition 

Dr. Roshni Paul has actively contributed to various prestigious conferences and programs throughout her career. In July 2021, she presented a compelling Soapbox presentation at the “Covid-19: An Unequal Impact” conference hosted by Birmingham City University. She successfully completed the Aurora Leadership Development Program for Higher Education in the UK from January to December 2020. Her accolades include the Early Career Researcher Travel Award from the British Psychological Society in 2019 and multiple Travel Grant awards from the Anaerobic Digestion Network (BBSRC) for early career researcher conferences from 2016 to 2018. Additionally, she received a travel grant to China for the 15th IWA World Congress on Anaerobic Digestion in 2017 and was honored with the Letitia Charlene Education Award in 2011. 🌍🎓✈️

Research Projects 

Dr. Roshni Paul is an accomplished researcher focused on sustainable utilization of macroalgae in Indonesia through the Newton Fund Institutional Links Project at Universitas Brawijaya (2019-2020). She led the techno-economics team for the ALG-AD project, a three-year Interreg North West Europe initiative aimed at creating value from waste nutrients by integrating algal and anaerobic digestion technology (2017-2021). Additionally, Dr. Paul served as a co-investigator for the Biotechnology and Bio Sciences Research Council (BBSRC) Anaerobic Digestion Network, contributing to the design and development of a counter flow leach bed reactor for food waste anaerobic digestion (2017-2018). 🌱💧🌍

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Estimation of biogas production and the emission savings from anaerobic digestion of fruit-based agro-industrial waste and agricultural crops residues

Food waste to bioenergy: current status and role in future circular economies in Indonesia

Anaerobic digestion of micro and macro algae, pre-treatment and co-digestion-biomass—a review for a better practice

Optimisation of ultrasound pretreatment of microalgal biomass for effective biogas production through anaerobic digestion process

Effect of pre-treatment on anaerobic biodegradability of Gracilaria verrucosa

Potential of Gracilaria sp. as single-or co-digestion feedstock for biogas production

Feasibility of seaweed and agricultural crop waste resiudes as co-digestion feedstock

 

Shuli Liu | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

Shuli Liu | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

Assoc Prof Dr Shuli Liu, North China University of Water Resources and Electric Power, China

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Shuli Liu has an impressive academic and research background, making her a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award.

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Education and Research Experience

Dr. Liu has a solid academic background, beginning with a Ph.D. in Municipal Engineering at Harbin Institute of Technology. Her experience spans from Lecturer (2016-2021) to Associate Professor (2021-present) at the North China University of Water Resources and Electric Power, specializing in environmental and municipal engineering.

Research Leadership

Dr. Liu leads multiple cutting-edge projects, including research on photosynthetic bacteria in wastewater treatment, synthesis of high-value materials, and membrane bioreactors. These projects, running from 2020 to 2026, address both environmental concerns and resource utilization.

Awards & Grants

Her National Award for Distinguished Doctorates (2015) from Harbin Institute of Technology recognizes her early academic excellence, showcasing her long-standing contribution to the field.

Skills and Expertise

Dr. Liu’s expertise includes wastewater treatment using photosynthetic bacteria, nitrogen and phosphorus removal, and recycling activated sludge. Her practical applications in environmental engineering demonstrate technical depth.

Publications

  1. Bacteria-Algae Symbiosis for Wastewater Treatment (2024)
    This review discusses performance mechanisms and resource recycling in wastewater treatment through bacteria-algae symbiosis, showcasing a sustainable, closed-loop approach.
  2. Resistance Mechanism of Humic Acids Against Silver Nanoparticles (2024)
    Dr. Liu contributed to understanding how activated sludge resists pollutants, enhancing wastewater treatment processes.
  3. Magnetic Iron-Based Waterworks Sludge for Chromium Adsorption (2024)
    Her research explores innovative methods to treat water, using modified sludge to adsorb and reduce heavy metals, like Cr(vi), from water systems.
  4. Effects of Nitrogen and Carbon Source on Protein Production by Rhodopseudomonas (2024)
    This article covers how varying nitrogen and carbon inputs can optimize biomass and protein production in wastewater treatment, contributing to resource recycling.
  5. Chain Elongation in Biomass Waste Conversion (2024)
    Dr. Liu’s review on biomass waste transformation into medium-chain fatty acids offers promising advancements in waste-to-energy technology.

Conclusion

Dr. Shuli Liu is a strong candidate for the Research for Best Researcher Award due to her innovative approach to wastewater treatment, notable academic contributions, and leadership in sustainable resource recovery. Her research in photosynthetic bacteria and environmental engineering pushes boundaries in the field of wastewater management.

 

Belgassim BOUTRA | Environmental Science Award | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Belgassim BOUTRA | Environmental Science Award | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Belgassim BOUTRA, UDES, Algeria

Dr. Belgassim BOUTRA 🌟🔬🌍 is a distinguished researcher at the Solar Equipment Development Unit, UDES. He holds a Doctorate in Environmental Engineering from USTHB University, Algeria (2019) and a HDR (2022). His expertise encompasses advanced oxidation processes (AOPs), photocatalysis, adsorption, and disinfection for wastewater treatment. Dr. BOUTRA has made significant contributions to environmental science, emphasizing sustainable and innovative technologies. His work is documented in numerous publications and patents, making a substantial impact in the field of environmental engineering. 🌿💧🔧

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Research Focus

Dr. Belgassim BOUTRA’s research focus primarily lies in environmental engineering 🌍🔬, particularly in the advanced treatment of wastewater 💧🔧. His work emphasizes the development of innovative photocatalytic materials 🧪✨, such as ZnO and MnFe₂O₄ composites, for the degradation of harmful pollutants under sunlight ☀️🔬. Dr. BOUTRA explores sustainable methods like solar photodegradation 🌞🔄 and artificial neural networks for water treatment optimization 🧠💧, aiming to improve water quality and promote reuse 🌿🚿. His contributions significantly impact environmental sustainability, water purification, and clean energy technologies 💡⚡, addressing pressing issues related to climate change adaptation and pollution control 🏞️🌍.

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