Abhijeet Das | Environmental Science | Research Breakthrough Recognition Award

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Dr. Abhijeet Das | Environmental Science | Research Breakthrough Recognition Award 

C.V. Raman Global University | India

Dr. Abhijeet Das has made significant scholarly contributions in the field of water resource management, hydrological modeling, and GIS-based environmental assessment. His research output reflects a robust academic profile with an h-index of 8, demonstrating consistent impact and influence in his domain. He has authored or co-authored over 93 research documents, including peer-reviewed journal papers, international conference proceedings, and collaborative technical reports. His publications collectively have received more than 243 citations, highlighting the recognition and relevance of his work within the scientific community. Through his interdisciplinary research, Dr. Das has advanced the understanding of hydro-environmental challenges, particularly in the Brahmani, Mahanadi, and Baitarani River basins of India, employing modern technologies such as remote sensing, GIS-based multi-criteria decision-making, and artificial intelligence. His collaborative projects with institutions across Iceland, Australia, Lebanon, and the United Kingdom further underscore his international research footprint. The citation strength of his studies on water quality modeling, pollution vulnerability, and spatial hydrological analysis illustrates both academic rigor and practical significance, contributing directly to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) on clean water and climate resilience

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Featured Publications 

Das, A. (2025). Drinking water resources suitability assessment in Brahmani River, Odisha based on pollution index of surface water utilizing advanced water quality methods. Scientific Reports.

Das, A. (2025). An optimization-based framework for water quality assessment and pollution source apportionment employing GIS and machine learning techniques for smart surface water governance. Discover Environment.

Das, A. (2025). Reimagining biofiltration for sustainable industrial wastewater treatment.

Das, A. (2025). A data-driven approach utilizing machine learning (ML) and geographical information system (GIS)-based time series analysis with data augmentation for water quality assessment in Mahanadi River Basin, Odisha, India. Discover Sustainability.

Das, A. (2025). Surface water quality evaluation impacting drinking water sources and sanitation using water quality index, multivariate techniques, and interpretable machine learning models in Mahanadi River, Odisha (India)

Yapi Joel Angba | Environmental | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Yapi Joel Angba | Environmental | Best Researcher Award

Institut National Polytechnique Felix Houphouet-Boigny | Ivory Coast

Dr. Yapi Joel Angba, an environmentalist and PhD candidate in Waste Recovery (CEAVALOPRO) at the Institut National Félix Houphouët Boigny (INP-HB), Yamoussoukro, Côte d’Ivoire, is an emerging researcher passionate about environmental innovation and sustainability. With an academic foundation in Geoscience and Environment and Water Science and Technology from NANGUI ABROGOUA University, he has developed expertise in waste valorization, electrochemistry, and water management. His professional experience includes serving as a Teacher of Solution Chemistry and Supervisor of Technicians at the Electrochemistry and Membrane Processes Laboratory at Cheick Anta Diop University (ESP-UCAD), Dakar, Senegal, where he applied advanced experimental design and laboratory analysis. He has participated in engineering projects such as hydraulic infrastructure development on the Comoé River, improving drinking water access in Abengourou, Côte d’Ivoire. Proficient in tools like RStudio, QGIS, and Design Expert, Dr. Angba demonstrates strong technical and analytical capabilities. His research output includes 6 scientific documents, an h-index of 2, and 25 citations, reflecting his growing scholarly influence. Actively engaged in scientific writing, intellectual property, and digital publishing training, he continues to expand his research impact, focusing on innovative environmental solutions for sustainable development in Africa and beyond.

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Featured Publications

Angba, Y. J., Ba, K., Touré, A. O., Faye, M., Kane, C., Diop, M., Pene, A., Balde, I., Diaye, K., & Diop, A. (2025). Recycling urban solid waste in Senegal to produce green coal. Journal of Materials Science and Chemical Engineering, 13(4), Article 134001

Angba, Y. J., Touré, A. O., Abro, K. D. M., Kiari, M. N. A., Drogui, A. P., & Yao, K. B. (2025, September 1). Optimization of biosurfactant production by Pseudomonas aeruginosa strain Pa using rubber tree seed oil as sole carbon source. Discover Applied Sciences

Zihao Sheng | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Zihao Sheng | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

Hebei University of Architecture | China

Zihao Sheng, is currently pursuing his Master’s degree in Architectural Design and its Theory at Hebei University of Architecture under the supervision of Professor Dahu Lin, Dean of the School of Architecture and Art, after completing his undergraduate studies in Architecture at Hunan City University where he earned a national-level scholarship. His academic and research interests focus on green buildings, public spaces, human physiological indicators, living environments, and the integration of virtual reality technology in architectural research. He has contributed to the field with research achievements such as the study on the relationship between human EEG and comfort in indoor office spaces under thermal-acoustic interaction environments, and a published article in Scientific Reports examining outdoor thermal comfort in open spaces on cold climate campuses. Proficient in architectural design software and advanced research methodologies including statistical analysis and physiological measurement, he demonstrates a strong ability to connect theoretical knowledge with practical design applications. His scholarly output includes [2] documents, reflecting his growing impact in architectural and environmental research. Fluent in English with CET-4 and CET-6 certifications, he is committed to advancing sustainable and human-centered architectural solutions.

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Featured Publications

Sheng, Z. (2026). Study on the relationship between human EEG and comfort in indoor office spaces under thermal-acoustic interaction environments. Measurement: Journal of the International Measurement Confederation. Advance online publication.

Marzia Traverso | Environmental Science | Sustainable Engineering Leadership Award

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Prof. Dr. Marzia Traverso | Environmental Science | Sustainable Engineering Leadership Award

INaB RWTH Aachen University | Germany

Prof. Marzia Traverso has built a distinguished academic profile, supported by significant research contributions and strong bibliometric indicators that demonstrate the global recognition of her work. Her research output includes 143 scholarly documents, which collectively have been cited 4,425 times across 3,221 documents, underscoring both the quality and reach of her publications. These citations reflect the trust and relevance that the academic and professional community place in her work, particularly in the fields of sustainability, civil engineering, and life cycle assessment. Her h-index of 38 is a further testament to the sustained impact of her research, as it indicates that at least 38 of her publications have each been cited 38 times or more. This balance of productivity and influence highlights her ability to produce high-quality research that resonates widely within and beyond her discipline. Such metrics place her among the leading scholars in her field, reinforcing her standing as a respected researcher and academic leader. Combined with her extensive experience in international projects, editorial board memberships, and roles in global sustainability initiatives, these indicators demonstrate her outstanding contributions to advancing knowledge and practice in sustainable engineering and life cycle assessment

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Featured Publications

  • Steidle, C., Ostojic, S., Achterfeldt, S., & Traverso, M. (2025). Small players, big impact? Unveiling practices and challenges of sustainability reporting by German SMEs. Discover Sustainability, 6(780).

  • Knüvener, L. K., Kalverkamp, S., Spillner, J., Wallqvist, J., Khader, W., Ziemann, S., Schuler, J., Mankaa, R. N., Traverso, M., & Grüßer, L. (2025). The thoracic surgery patient’s journey through the hospital – A pilot project on resource consumption and potentials for sustainability. Langenbeck’s Archives of Surgery, 410(1), 200.

  • Ostojic, S., & Traverso, M. (2025). From aluminium to composites: A comparative social life cycle assessment of automotive lightweight components. Journal of Cleaner Production, 523, 146361.

  • Bayram, B., Greiff, K., Gerlich, L., Luthin, A., Hildebrand, L., & Traverso, M. (2025). Environmental and economic implications of selective demolition and advanced recycling of construction waste. Sustainable Production and Consumption.

  • Chabrawi, A. M. R. O., de Andrade, J. M., Ugaya, C. M. L., & Traverso, M. (2025). Towards reliable primary data collection and harmonized set of indicators in S-LCA on the stakeholder worker. International Journal of Life Cycle Assessment.

Dongting Yue | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Dongting Yue | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Dongting Yue | Shanghai University | China

Dr. Dongting Yue is an accomplished environmental scientist affiliated with the School of Environmental Science and Engineering at Shanghai Jiao Tong University. With a strong academic background and international research exposure, he specializes in nanocatalysis, photocatalytic hydrogen evolution, and wastewater treatment technologies. His career includes a postdoctoral fellowship and visiting scholarship at leading institutions in China and Australia. Dr. Yue has published extensively in high-impact journals and actively contributes to advancing photo(electro)catalytic applications in environmental remediation. His work reflects a commitment to sustainable solutions and innovative environmental engineering strategies through interdisciplinary research.

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Education

Dr. Dongting Yue holds a Ph.D. in Environmental Science and Engineering from Shanghai Jiao Tong University (2014–2017), where he specialized in nanomaterials, photocatalytic hydrogen evolution, and organic wastewater treatment. He also earned a Master’s degree in the same field from Shandong University (2011–2014) and a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering from the University of Jinan (2006–2010). He further advanced his academic career as a postdoctoral fellow and associate researcher at Shanghai Jiao Tong University and Shanghai University, respectively, and gained international experience as a visiting scholar at the University of Queensland in 2019–2020.

Experience

Dr. Dongting Yue is currently serving as an Associate Researcher at Shanghai University since October 2020. Previously, he was a postdoctoral fellow at Shanghai Jiao Tong University from 2017 to 2020, where he worked with Profs. Yixin Zhao and Xudong Yang. During 2019–2020, he expanded his research horizons as a visiting scholar at the Australian Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology, University of Queensland, under Dr. Chengzhong Yu. His professional journey encompasses advanced research on nanomaterials, photo(electro)catalysis, and water purification technologies, contributing to numerous high-impact publications and national research grants in environmental science and engineering.

Research Focus

Dr. Dongting Yue’s research is centered on the development of nanocatalysts and electrode materials for advanced environmental applications. His core focus lies in photo(electron)-catalytic hydrogen evolution and Fenton-like reactions for wastewater treatment. He actively explores the synthesis of nanostructured materials and their integration into innovative catalytic systems for pollutant degradation and clean energy production. His studies on photocatalytic hydrogen peroxide generation and nitrate reduction have opened new avenues for low-energy, high-efficiency water treatment. Dr. Yue’s work significantly contributes to environmental nanotechnology, aiming to address pressing global issues such as water contamination and sustainable energy.

Awards and Honors

Dr. Dongting Yue has received multiple accolades for his academic and research excellence. He was honored with the “Second Prize for Subject Report” and “Second Prize for Poster Display” at the Graduate Academic Forum of Shanghai Jiao Tong University (2016). He was recognized as an “SJTU-ATAL Outstanding Student” and received the “Outstanding Graduate” award from Shandong University and Shandong Province in 2014. He was a recipient of the prestigious “Qugeping Scholarship” from the China Environmental Protection Foundation and won a “Third Prize” in the Energy Saving and Emission Reduction Competition. Early in his academic career, he also earned a third-class scholarship at the University of Jinan.

Publications Top Notes

FeOOH quantum dots coupled g-C3N4 for visible light driving photo-Fenton degradation of organic pollutants

Citation: 289

Journal: Applied Catalysis B: Environmental, Vol. 237, pp. 513–520, 2018

Authors: X. Qian, Y. Wu, M. Kan, M. Fang, D. Yue, J. Zeng, Y. Zhao

Carbon quantum dots decorated Bi₂WO₆ nanocomposite with enhanced photocatalytic oxidation activity for VOCs

Citation: 287

Journal: Applied Catalysis B: Environmental, Vol. 193, pp. 16–21, 2016

Authors: X. Qian, D. Yue, Z. Tian, M. Ren, Y. Zhu, M. Kan, T. Zhang, Y. Zhao

Visible light assisted heterogeneous Fenton-like degradation of organic pollutant via α-FeOOH/mesoporous carbon composites

Citation: 271

Journal: Environmental Science & Technology, Vol. 51(7), pp. 3993–4000, 2017

Authors: X. Qian, M. Ren, Y. Zhu, D. Yue, Y. Han, J. Jia, Y. Zhao

Lead-free double perovskite Cs₂AgBiBr₆/RGO composite for efficient visible light photocatalytic H₂ evolution

Citation: 243

Journal: Applied Catalysis B: Environmental, Vol. 268, 118399, 2020

Authors: T. Wang, D. Yue, X. Li, Y. Zhao

Highly efficient utilization of nano-Fe(0) embedded in mesoporous carbon for activation of peroxydisulfate

Citation: 214

Journal: Environmental Science & Technology, Vol. 53(15), pp. 9081–9090, 2019

Authors: Y. Wu, X. Chen, Y. Han, D. Yue, X. Cao, Y. Zhao, X. Qian

Mesoporous TiO₂ films coated on carbon foam based on waste polyurethane for enhanced photocatalytic oxidation of VOCs

Citation: 137

Journal: Applied Catalysis B: Environmental, Vol. 212, pp. 1–6, 2017

Authors: X. Qian, M. Ren, D. Yue, Y. Zhu, Y. Han, Z. Bian, Y. Zhao

Hydrophilic mesoporous carbon as iron (III)/(II) electron shuttle for visible light enhanced Fenton-like degradation of organic pollutants

Citation: 131

Journal: Applied Catalysis B: Environmental, Vol. 231, pp. 108–114, 2018

Authors: X. Qian, M. Ren, M. Fang, M. Kan, D. Yue, Z. Bian, H. Li, J. Jia, Y. Zhao

A novel polynary fatty acid/sludge ceramsite composite phase change materials and its applications in building energy conservation

Citation: 95

Journal: Renewable Energy, Vol. 76, pp. 45–52, 2015

Authors: H. He, P. Zhao, Q. Yue, B. Gao, D. Yue, Q. Li

NiFe layered double hydroxide (LDH) nanosheet catalysts with Fe as electron transfer mediator for enhanced persulfate activation

Citation: 85

Journal: The Journal of Physical Chemistry Letters, Vol. 11(3), pp. 968–973, 2020

Authors: D. Yue, X. Yan, C. Guo, X. Qian, Y. Zhao

CuO nanosheet as a recyclable Fenton-like catalyst prepared from simulated Cu(II) waste effluents by alkaline H₂O₂ reaction

Citation: 74

Journal: Environmental Science: Nano, Vol. 6(1), pp. 105–114, 2019

Authors: M. Fang, R. Zheng, Y. Wu, D. Yue, X. Qian, Y. Zhao, Z. Bian

Photocatalytic remediation of ionic pollutant

Citation: 74

Journal: Science Bulletin, Vol. 60(21), pp. 1791–1806, 2015

Authors: D. Yue, X. Qian, Y. Zhao

Conclusion

Dr. Dongting Yue stands as a dedicated environmental scientist whose contributions span innovative catalyst development and eco-friendly water treatment methods. His comprehensive academic training, international collaborations, and sustained research excellence have established him as a rising leader in environmental nanotechnology. With a strong publication record, prestigious grants, and multiple honors, Dr. Yue continues to push the boundaries of photo(electro)catalytic applications. His interdisciplinary approach addresses critical environmental challenges, promoting sustainable technologies for energy and water purification. He is poised to make even greater contributions to global environmental sustainability through continued research, innovation, and scientific collaboration.