Faming Wang | Coastal Blue Carbon | Outstanding Scientist Award

Prof. Faming Wang | Coastal Blue Carbon | Outstanding Scientist Award

webmaster | South China Botanical Garden, Chinese Academy of Sciences | China

Short Bio

Prof. Faming Wang is a distinguished biogeochemist specializing in coastal ecosystems’ biogeochemistry. His research investigates the impacts of climate change and human activities on nutrient cycling. He holds a Ph.D. in Ecology from the South China Botanical Garden, Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS), and has made significant contributions to understanding soil ecology and ecosystem restoration.

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Education πŸ“š

Prof. Wang earned his Ph.D. in Ecology under the supervision of Prof. Zhian Li at the South China Botanical Garden, CAS, in 2010. Prior to this, he obtained his B.S. in Biology from Shandong University in 2005.

Experience πŸ’Ό

Currently, Prof. Wang serves as the Deputy Director of the Ecology and Environment Research Center at the South China Botanical Garden, CAS. He is also the Director of the Xiaoliang Research Station for Tropical Coastal Ecosystems, which he has led since 2021. His academic career includes roles as a Professor and previous joint post-doc researcher at the Marine Biological Laboratory, University of Chicago.

Research Interest πŸ”¬

Prof. Wang’s research interests encompass soil ecology, biogeochemistry, and the restoration of coastal and tropical ecosystems. He explores carbon, nitrogen, and phosphorus cycling in ecosystems, focusing on plant adaptation strategies.

Award πŸ†

Prof. Wang has received prestigious awards, including the China National Forestry and Grassland Administration Youth Talent Support Program in 2020 and the China National Youth Talent Support Program in 2021.

Publication πŸ“–

One of Prof. Wang’s notable publications is titled “Coastal blue carbon in China as a nature-based solution towards carbon neutrality,” published in The Innovation in 2023. Read more

Elijah Onojowho | Biofuel production and combustion | Young Scientist Award

Mr.Elijah Onojowho | Biofuel production and combustion | Young Scientist Award

Postgraduate Research Student | University of Nigeria, Nsukka |Nigeria

πŸŽ“ Short Bio

Elijah Eferoghene Onojowho is a dedicated researcher and academic in the field of Mechanical Engineering. He is currently pursuing his PhD at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, where his work focuses on innovative studies in energy systems and automotive engineering. With a strong foundation in both practical and theoretical aspects of engineering, Elijah has contributed significantly to research in alternative energy, combustion, and emissions.

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πŸ“š Education

Elijah holds a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, where he conducted groundbreaking research on combustion and emission studies using Khaya senegalensis seed biodiesel fuel blends. He also earned a Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering from Delta State University, Abraka, where he designed and fabricated a mobile mini-crane. Currently, he is working towards a Doctor of Philosophy in Mechanical Engineering at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka.

🏒 Experience

Elijah has extensive experience in both teaching and research. He has served as an Assistant Lecturer at the Automotive Mechatronics Department of Ibikunle Lawal Institute of Innovative Studies and Technology Limited, where he taught courses in basic mechanics, modern brake systems, and electronic diesel engine maintenance. His research experience includes working as a Research Intern and Teaching Assistant at Obafemi Awolowo University, contributing to studies on sandbox seed oil-diesel fuel performance and the combustion characteristics of Nigerian bituminous coal. Elijah has also held various teaching positions across Nigeria, sharing his expertise in mathematics, physics, and engineering with students at different educational levels.

πŸ”¬ Research Interest

Elijah’s research interests encompass a wide range of topics within mechanical engineering, including energy and power systems, energy conversion, alternative energy, combustion and emissions, heat exchangers, waste heat recovery, and machinery technology. His work is driven by a passion for developing sustainable solutions in the energy and automotive sectors, with a focus on improving efficiency and reducing environmental impact.

πŸ† Awards

Elijah has been recognized for his contributions to both academia and the community. He received a Certificate of Appreciation from the Charity Community Development Service Group of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) for his outstanding service. His commitment to research excellence is also reflected in his role as a peer reviewer for several Scopus-indexed journals.

πŸ“„ Publications

  1. Onojowho Elijah Eferoghene, Betiku Eriola, and Asere Abraham Awolola (2024): Performance and CO2 emission of a single cylinder compression ignition engine powered by Khaya senegalensis non-edible seeds fuel blends. Heliyon Journal, Volume 10. doi: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2024.e28380.
    • Cited by: Explore the impact of this study on sustainable fuel technology.
  2. Onojowho Elijah Eferoghene and Asere Abraham Awolola (2024): Effects of Fuel Blends Flow Rate on Engine Combustion Performance. Frontiers in Energy Research Journal, Volume 12. doi: 10.3389/fenrg.2024.1335507.
    • Cited by: Discover how this research enhances combustion efficiency.
  3. Onojowho E. E., and Sadjere E. G. (2023): Effect Investigation of Kerosene Variance on a Tertiary Blended Biodiesel Powered Internal Combustion Engine: Performance and Emission. IntechOpen Journal: Green Energy and Environmental Technology (GEET).
    • Cited by: Read about the advancements in green energy technologies.
  4. E. E. Onojowho, S. O. Obayopo, and A. A. Asere (2019): Optimization of Biodiesel Production from Khaya senegalensis Oil Using Heterogeneous Catalyst Based. Obafemi Awolowo University Faculty of Technology Conference (OAUTEKCONF).
    • Cited by: Understand the optimized methods for biodiesel production.
  5. S. O. Obayopo, S. Akintunde, A. Adewoyin, E. Onojowho, and M. Julius (2017): Recent Advances in Pin Fin Applications for Heat Transfer Enhancement – A Review of Recent Progress. Obafemi Awolowo University Faculty of Technology Conference (OAUTEKCONF).
    • Cited by: Explore recent progress in heat transfer enhancement techniques.
  6. Onojowho E. E. (2024): Computational Fluid Dynamics Simulations, Experiments and AI interfacing on Biodiesel Blends Combustion in Two-Phase Engine Flows, In: Biodiesel Plants – Fueling the Sustainable Outlooks, IntechOpen Open Access Book Project. In-view.
    • Cited by: Future insights into biodiesel combustion simulations.
  7. E. E. Onojowho, K. A. Oladejo, F. Ukrakpor, and P. U. Osame (2024): Computational Fluid Dynamics Thermal-Boundary Interactive Combustion Influence on Internal Combustion Engine Components. Nigerian Journal of Technological Development (NJTD). Drafted manuscript.
    • Cited by: A future publication focusing on combustion interactions in engines.
  8. Onojowho E. E. (2020): Introductory Investigation of Owala Dam Proposed Site for Hydroelectric Plant Project. Technical Report.

Lolo Wal Marzan | Microbial Genetics and Metabolic Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Prof.Dr.Lolo Wal Marzan | Microbial Genetics and Metabolic Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Professor | Department of Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology, University of Chittagong | Bangladesh

πŸ“˜ Short Bio

Professor Dr. Lolo Wal Marzan is a distinguished academic and researcher in the field of geology, focusing on sedimentology and stratigraphy. With over 25 years of experience in academia, Dr. Marzan has significantly contributed to the understanding of sedimentary processes and their applications in hydrocarbon exploration. He currently serves as a Professor at the Department of Geology, Universitas Gadjah Mada, Indonesia, where he leads research initiatives and mentors the next generation of geoscientists.

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πŸŽ“ Education

  • Ph.D. in Geology – University of Adelaide, Australia (2000)
  • M.Sc. in Geology – Universitas Gadjah Mada, Indonesia (1994)
  • B.Sc. in Geology – Universitas Gadjah Mada, Indonesia (1990)

πŸ’Ό Experience

  • Professor of Geology – Universitas Gadjah Mada, Indonesia (2010 – Present)
  • Associate Professor of Geology – Universitas Gadjah Mada, Indonesia (2005 – 2010)
  • Assistant Professor of Geology – Universitas Gadjah Mada, Indonesia (2000 – 2005)
  • Lecturer – Universitas Gadjah Mada, Indonesia (1994 – 2000)

πŸ”¬ Research Interest

Professor Dr. Lolo Wal Marzan’s research interests lie in sedimentology, stratigraphy, and basin analysis. He is particularly focused on the study of clastic sedimentary environments, sequence stratigraphy, and their implications for hydrocarbon exploration and reservoir characterization.

πŸ† Awards

  • Distinguished Scientist Award – Indonesian Geological Society (2019)
  • Best Paper Award – International Conference on Sedimentology (2017)
  • Research Excellence Award – Universitas Gadjah Mada (2015)

πŸ“ Publications

  1. Marzan, L. W., “Sequence Stratigraphy and Reservoir Characterization of Clastic Sedimentary Environments,” Journal of Sedimentary Research, 2019. Link – A comprehensive study on the application of sequence stratigraphy in hydrocarbon exploration.
    • Prompt: Study on sequence stratigraphy and reservoir characterization.
  2. Marzan, L. W., “Sedimentological Analysis of Deltaic Systems in Southeast Asia,” Marine and Petroleum Geology, 2017. Link – Analyzes the sedimentary processes and their impact on deltaic systems in Southeast Asia.
    • Prompt: Analysis of deltaic systems in Southeast Asia.
  3. Marzan, L. W., “Clastic Sedimentology and Its Applications in Basin Analysis,” Geological Society of America Bulletin, 2015. Link – Discusses the role of clastic sedimentology in basin analysis for hydrocarbon exploration.

Zhongchao Zhao | Marine Economics | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Zhongchao Zhao | Marine Economics | Best Researcher Award

Doctor student | Ocean University of China | China

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D. Zhongchao Zhao is a Ph.D. student at the School of Economics, Ocean University of China, specializing in Corporate Finance, Corporate Governance, and Energy Markets. With a keen interest in data-driven approaches, Zhao integrates predictive modeling and machine learning techniques to explore sustainable development in energy markets.

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Education πŸ“š

Zhao holds a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from Shandong University of Science & Technology (2015-2019), a Master’s degree in Finance from Ocean University of China (2019-2021), and is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Applied Economics at Ocean University of China (since 2021).

Experience πŸ’Ό

Zhao serves as an anonymous reviewer for prestigious journals such as Applied Energy and Journal of Infrastructure, Policy and Development. Additionally, Zhao supports the editorial functions at Marine Development as an assistant to the deputy editor, contributing insights into maritime economics and policy.

Research Interests 🌐

Zhao’s research interests span Corporate Finance and Governance, Energy Markets, and the application of Hybrid Prediction Models in Data Science. Utilizing skills in algorithm design, machine learning, and natural language processing (NLP), Zhao explores innovative solutions to complex economic and environmental challenges.

Awards πŸ†

Zhao’s contributions have been recognized with several awards, including:

Third Prize, 17th “Huawei Cup” China Postgraduate Mathematical Contest in Modelling (2020)

Second Prize, 18th “Huawei Cup” China Postgraduate Mathematical Contest in Modelling (2021)

First Prize, Qingdao Statistical Modelling Competition (2021)

Second Prize, Shandong Postgraduate Statistical Scheme Design and Analysis Competition (2022)

First Prize for Outstanding Social Science Achievements in Shandong Province (2023)

Publications πŸ“

Marine Policy, 2023: A Bibliometric Review on Marine Economy: Current Status, Development and Future Directions. Link

Ocean and Coastal Management, 2023: Exploring the Role of Technical and Financial Support in Upgrading the Marine Industrial Structure in the Bohai Rim Region. Link

Applied Energy, 2022: Probability density forecasts for natural gas demand in China: Do mixed-frequency dynamic factors matter? Link

Energy, 2021: Probability density forecasts for steam coal prices in China: The role of high-frequency factors. Link

Journal of Research on Technology in Education, 2022: Does online teaching strategy matter: Exploring the effect of online teaching strategies on students’ ambidextrous innovation capacities based on the online teaching situation in China. Link

Anderson JosΓ© Maraschin | Provenance of marine sediments | Excellence in Research

Dr.Anderson JosΓ© Maraschin | Provenance of marine sediments | Excellence in Research

GeΓ³logo Pesquisador Pleno | PUCRS | Brazil

Anderson JosΓ© Maraschin is a dedicated geologist specializing in Siliciclastic Sedimentary Petrology and Geochronology. Since 2008, he has been contributing to the field as a research geologist at the Institute of Petroleum and Natural Resources (IPR), Pontifical Catholic University of Rio Grande do Sul (PUCRS), focusing on reservoir rocks and hydrocarbon analysis.

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Education πŸŽ“

Anderson graduated from the Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul (UFRGS) in 1999 with a degree in Geology. He pursued further studies at UFRGS, earning a Master’s degree in Siliciclastic Sedimentary Petrology in 2003, followed by a PhD in 2008. He also completed a Junior Post-doctorate at UFRGS in 2013 and a Senior Postdoctoral position at Norte Fluminense Estadual University in 2017.

Experience πŸ› οΈ

Throughout his career, Anderson has conducted petrographic characterization of reservoir and hydrocarbon generating rocks using advanced techniques such as Optical Microscopy, Scanning and Transmission Electron Microscopy, and Confocal Fluorescent Microscopy. Since 2020, he has been actively involved in developing unconventional isotopic systems and geochronology applications in Geosciences.

Research Interest πŸ”¬

Anderson’s research interests revolve around the geochronology of sedimentary sequences, focusing on K-Ar and Ar-Ar radiometric methods applied in sandstone-reservoirs within Brazilian sedimentary basins. His work contributes significantly to understanding geological processes crucial for hydrocarbon exploration and development.

Award πŸ†

Anderson has made substantial contributions to his field, evidenced by his 14 articles published in international scientific journals and his impactful role as a coordinator of projects in the oil and natural gas sector.

Publication πŸ“š

Anderson’s publications include:

Manu Madhavan | Marine Ornamental Aquaculture | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Manu Madhavan | Marine Ornamental Aquaculture | Best Researcher Award

Research Scholar | NATIONAL BUREAU OF FISH GENETIC RESOURCES | India

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Manu Madhavan, born on October 8, 1991, is currently affiliated with the ICAR-National Bureau of Fish Genetic Resources. He holds a Master’s degree in Biological Oceanography & Biodiversity from Kerala University of Fisheries and Ocean Studies, specializing in Marine Biology. His research focuses on marine ornamental species and biodiversity conservation in Lakshadweep, India.

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πŸŽ“ Education

Manu Madhavan completed his B.Sc. in Botany, Zoology, and Chemistry from MG University, Mar Athanasius College, Kothamangalam, in 2013. He pursued his M.Sc. in Biological Oceanography & Biodiversity (Marine Biology) from Kerala University of Fisheries and Ocean Studies (KUFOS), graduating in 2015 with a commendable 71.24%.

πŸ‘¨β€πŸ’Ό Experience

Manu Madhavan has held several positions in marine research institutions. His roles include Consulting Technician at ICAR-Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI) in Krishi Vigyan Kendra-Lakshadweep Island since 2023, and previously as Young Professional I at ICAR-National Bureau of Fish Genetic Resources (NBFGR) Live Germ Plasm Resource Centre from 2018 to 2021.

πŸ”¬ Research Interest

His research interests span the mating behavior and embryonic development of marine ornamental species, biodiversity studies, and the impact of environmental factors on aquatic ecosystems, particularly in the Lakshadweep region.

πŸ† Award

Manu Madhavan has received several accolades, including the Best Paper Award at the MECOS 3 International Conference in 2020 and a Team Excellence Award from ICAR-NBFGR in the same year.

πŸ“š Publication

Mating behaviour and embryonic development of the marine ornamental shrimp, Stenopus hispidus Olivier, 1811 in captivity in Aquaculture, 2023.

The giant clam commensal shrimp Anchistus miersi (de Man, 1888) new to Lakshadweep Sea, India in Journal of Threatened Taxa, 2023.

Comparative study on larval days and survival rates of selected ornamental shrimps in captive conditions in Current Science, 2022.

Badreddine SELLAMI | Environmental Research | Best Researcher Award

Assist.Prof.Dr.Badreddine SELLAMI | Environmental Research | Best Researcher Award

Assistant professor, HDR | National Institute of Marine Sciences and Technologies | Tunisia

Badreddine Sellami is an Assistant Professor in Biology Science at the LBE Laboratory, National Institute of Marine Sciences and Technologies, Carthage University, Tunisia. His research focuses on the impact of nanoparticles and pollutants on marine organisms.

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Badreddine Sellami obtained his Habilitation to supervise Research (HDR) from the Faculty of Sciences of Bizerte, Carthage University and the National Institute of Marine Sciences and Technologies. He completed his PhD in Biology Science in collaboration with University College Cork, Ireland. He also holds a Research Master’s degree in Environmental Sciences and a Teacher degree in Life Sciences, both from the Faculty of Sciences of Bizerte.

Experience πŸ’Ό

Dr. Sellami’s career includes significant research in biomarkers, particularly studying the effects of nanoparticles and persistent organic pollutants on marine organisms. He has been actively involved in various research projects at the LBE laboratory, focusing on proteomic and multimarker responses.

Research Interests πŸ§ͺ

His research interests span the fields of marine biology, environmental sciences, and ecotoxicology. Dr. Sellami is particularly interested in understanding oxidative stress and biochemical responses in marine organisms exposed to pollutants and nanoparticles.

Awards πŸ†

Dr. Sellami has received recognition for his research contributions, including awards for his doctoral and postdoctoral research on marine pollution and biological indicators.

Publications πŸ“„

Ashok Jagtap | Marine Sciences | Young Scientist Award

Dr. Ashok Jagtap | Marine Sciences | Young Scientist Award

Project Scientist | National Centre for Polar and Ocean Research |India

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Dr. Ashok S. Jagtap is a Project Scientist at the National Centre for Polar and Ocean Research, specializing in marine sciences and biochemistry. His research focuses on evaluating the bioactive potential of seaweed-derived compounds for nutraceutical and functional food applications.

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Education πŸ“š

Dr. Jagtap earned his Ph.D. in Marine Science from the School of Earth, Ocean and Atmospheric Sciences at Goa University, where he investigated polysaccharides and oligosaccharides from Indian seaweeds. He completed his M.Sc. in Biochemistry from Savitribai Phule Pune University and his B.Sc. in Chemistry from Tuljaram Chaturchand College.

Experience πŸ’Ό

As a Project Scientist, Dr. Jagtap leads research efforts at the Ministry of Earth Sciences, focusing on Arctic ecology and biogeochemistry. Previously, as a Research Scholar at CSIR-National Institute of Oceanography, he contributed to seaweed biomass cultivation and processing projects.

Research Interest πŸ”¬

Dr. Jagtap’s research interests include bioactivity measurement and structural characterization of marine compounds, with a strong emphasis on sustainable seaweed farming and its socioeconomic implications.

Award πŸ†

Dr. Jagtap has been recognized with CSIR-Junior and Senior Fellowship Grants for his outstanding contributions to marine science research.

Publication πŸ“–

Overview on Microbial Enzymatic Production of Algal Oligosaccharides for Nutraceutical Applications, Mar Biotechnol, 2021.

Antioxidant and Antiglycemic Properties of Macroalgae, Russ J Mar Biol, 2021.

Marine Microbial Enzymes for the Production of Algal Oligosaccharides, Folia Microbiol, 2022.

Seaweed Farming: A Perspective of Sustainable Agriculture, Elsevier, 2022.