Obadia Bishoge | Environmental Health | Best Researcher Award

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🌟Dr. Obadia Bishoge, Environmental Health, Best Researcher Award🏆

 Doctorate at National Institute for Medical Research, Tanzania, Tanzania

Professional Profiles:

Dr. Obadia Kyetuza BISHOGE is a Tanzanian national currently serving as a Research Officer at the National Institute for Medical Research in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. With a diverse educational background, including a PhD in Environmental Management, Dr. BISHOGE has dedicated his career to environmental research and sustainable development.

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Education:

PhD in Environmental Management (2019-2022):

Pan African University Life and Earth Sciences Institute, University of Ibadan, Nigeria.

MEng with Distinction in Environmental Science and Engineering (2016-2019):

University of Science and Technology Beijing, China.

BA with Honors in Geography and Environmental Studies (2008-2011):

University of Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.

Research Focus:

Dr. BISHOGE’s research primarily focuses on environmental health, sustainability, and the intersection of natural resources and development. Specific areas of interest include environmental impact assessments, renewable energy, community participation in the natural gas sector, and climate-smart agricultural practices.

Professional Journey:

Research Officer (Apr. 2020 – Present):

National Institute for Medical Research, Tanzania.

Environment Officer (Feb. 2014 – Apr. 2020):

Masasi District Council, Tanzania.

Acting Head of Environment Department (Feb. 2014 – May 2016):

Masasi District Council, Tanzania.

Ward Executive Officer (Dec. 2012 – Feb. 2014):

Masasi District Council, Tanzania.

Honors & Awards:

Pan African University Scholarship (2019-2022):

Awarded for PhD studies in Nigeria.

Excellent Graduate Student (2019):

Recognized at the University of Science and Technology Beijing, China.

China Government Scholarship (2016-2019):

Awarded for Master’s studies in China.

Publications Top Noted & Contributions:

Dr. BISHOGE has contributed significantly to the field through numerous publications in peer-reviewed journals, covering topics such as mining and sustainable development, climate-smart agricultural practices, hand hygiene practices among students, and challenges in sustainable water supply.

Title: The potential renewable energy for sustainable development in Tanzania: A review

  • Authors: OK Bishoge, L Zhang, WG Mushi
  • Journal: Clean Technologies
  • Volume: 1 (1)
  • Pages: 70-88
  • Year: 2018
  • Citations: 101

Title: Remediation of water and wastewater by using engineered nanomaterials: a review

  • Authors: OK Bishoge, L Zhang, SL Suntu, H Jin, AA Zewde, Z Qi
  • Journal: Journal of Environmental Science and Health, Part A
  • Volume: 53 (6)
  • Pages: 537-554
  • Year: 2018
  • Citations: 60

Title: Influence of technology transfer on performance and sustainability of standard gauge railway in developing countries

  • Authors: SM Chege, D Wang, SL Suntu, OK Bishoge
  • Journal: Technology in Society
  • Volume: 56
  • Pages: 79-92
  • Year: 2019
  • Citations: 45

Title: Renewable energy for sustainable development in sub-Saharan African countries: Challenges and way forward

  • Authors: OK Bishoge, GG Kombe, BN Mvile
  • Journal: Journal of Renewable and Sustainable Energy
  • Volume: 12 (5)
  • Year: 2020
  • Citations: 40

Title: Challenges facing sustainable water supply, sanitation and hygiene achievement in urban areas in sub-Saharan Africa

  • Author: OK Bishoge
  • Journal: Local Environment
  • Volume: 26 (7)
  • Pages: 893-907

Author Metrics:

Citations:

The number of citations indicates how many times a researcher’s work (papers, articles, etc.) has been cited by other researchers. In this case, the first entity has 466 citations, and the second entity has 449 citations.

h-index:

The h-index is a measure of both the productivity and impact of a researcher’s work. It represents the number of papers (h) that have received at least h citations. For example, if a researcher has an h-index of 12, it means that they have 12 papers, each of which has been cited at least 12 times.

i10-index:

The i10-index is specific to Google Scholar and represents the number of publications (articles, papers, etc.) that have at least 10 citations. In this case, the first entity has an i10-index of 13, suggesting that they have at least 13 publications with 10 or more citations.

Research Timeline:

PhD Research Project (2020 – 2022):

Environmental health knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors among secondary school students in Mtwara-Mikindani Municipality, Tanzania.

MEng Research Project (2016-2019):

Assessment of natural gas policy implementation in developing countries.

BA Research Project (2011):

Factors for the growth of floriculture in Kinondoni Municipality, Dar es Salaam city.

Dr. Obadia Kyetuza BISHOGE is a dedicated researcher with a strong academic background and a commitment to addressing environmental challenges in Tanzania. His contributions to the scientific community reflect a comprehensive understanding of environmental issues and a passion for sustainable development.

 

Mahdi Alizadeh | Water Treatment | Young Scientist Award

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🌟Mr. Mahdi Alizadeh, Water Treatment, Young Scientist Award🏆

Sahand University of Technology, Iran,
Professional Profiles:

Bio Summary:

Mahdi Alizadeh is a dedicated chemical engineer and researcher based in Tabriz, Iran. Born on July 23, 1997, he holds a strong academic background and has established himself as a notable contributor to the fields of water treatment, molecular dynamics, and artificial intelligence. His expertise lies in membrane separation, adsorption processes, and polymer chemistry, with a commitment to advancing sustainable solutions in chemical engineering.

Education:

M.Sc. in Chemical Engineering (2019-2022):

Thesis: Experimental study on graphene oxide grafted polyacrylic acid polymer adsorbent for sodium ion removal from water.

GPA: 3.54/4

Supervisors: Dr. Ali Akbari, Dr. Majid Abdoli

Advisor: Dr. Hossein Roghani-Mamaqani

B.Sc. in Chemical Engineering (2015-2019):

Project: Simulation of TE-120 shell and tube heat exchanger at Tabriz Oil Refining Company’s distillation unit.

Research Focus:

Mahdi’s research interests span water treatment, process simulation, molecular dynamics, artificial intelligence, membrane separation, adsorption processes, energy storage, and polymer chemistry.

Professional Journey:

Research Experiences (2019-Present):

Water Treatment Research Center, Sahand University of Technology

Research Laboratory of Molecular Dynamics, Farhangian University

Polymeric Materials Research Center, Sahand University of Technology

Work Experiences:

Research Assistant at Sahand University of Technology (Oct 2019-Present)

Honors & Awards:

Team Leader (2020-Present)

Top student of Sahand University of Technology (2019-2021)

Ranked 8th in the first round of the Moscow Mathematical tournament (2014)

Selected student in the provincial level of the 9th and 10th Astronomy and Astrophysics Olympiad (2013-2014)

Publications Top Noted & Contributions:

Mahdi Alizadeh has made notable contributions to the scientific community with several published articles and book chapters. Some significant publications include:

Title: “A theoretical investigation into the effects of functionalized graphene nanosheets on dimethyl sulfoxide separation”

  • Authors: N Ajalli, M Alizadeh, A Hasanzadeh, A Khataee, J Azamat
  • Journal: Chemosphere
  • Volume: 297
  • Pages: 134183
  • Year: 2022

Title: “Molecular dynamic simulation and artificial neural network (ANN) modeling of the functionalized graphene oxide membranes on Cr (VI) ion removal through electrodialysis method”

  • Authors: A Hasanzadeh, M Alizadeh, N Ajalli, J Azamat, M Jahanshahi
  • Journal: Journal of Molecular Liquids
  • Volume: 383
  • Pages: 122083
  • Year: 2023

Title: “Functionalized nanofibrous mats for gas separation applications”

  • Authors: M Alizadeh, N Ajalli, A Hasanzadeh, J Azamat
  • Book: Functionalized Nanofibers
  • Pages: 579-615
  • Year: 2023

Title: “Understanding the performance of RHO type zeolite membrane for CH4/N2 separation based on molecular dynamics and deep neural network methods”

  • Authors: F Ghasemi, M Alizadeh, J Azamat, H Erfan-Niya
  • Journal: Journal of Molecular Graphics and Modelling
  • Volume: 127
  • Pages: 108673
  • Year: 2024

Title: “A computational investigation of DMSO/water separation through functionalized GO multilayer nanosheet membrane using molecular dynamics simulation and deep neural network model”

  • Authors: M Alizadeh, A Hasanzadeh, N Ajalli, J Azamat
  • Journal: Chemosphere
  • Volume: 349
  • Pages: 140802

Author Metrics:

Citations: 8

Documents: 4

H-Index: 1

Research Timeline:

2019-Present: Research Assistant at Sahand University of Technology

2020-Present: Volunteer Research Assistant and Team Leader at Farhangian University

2021-Present: Instructor at Sahand University of Technology (Python programming course)

This summary provides a comprehensive overview of Mahdi Alizadeh’s academic journey, research focus, professional experiences, recognitions, contributions, author metrics, and research timeline.

 

Eria Serwajja | Environmental Hazards | Best Researcher Award

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🌟Dr. Eria Serwajja, Environmental Hazards, Best Researcher Award🏆

Doctorate at Makerere University, Uganda

Professional Profiles:

Bio Summary:

Eria Serwajja, PhD., is a Ugandan academic and researcher specializing in Development Studies. He currently serves as a Lecturer at Makerere University, Uganda. With a diverse educational background and a commitment to addressing social and environmental issues, Serwajja has contributed significantly to research and academia.

Education:

Post-doctoral fellow at Makerere University Kampala (2017–2019).

PhD in Development Studies from the University of the Western Cape (2011–2014).

Master of Philosophy in Development Studies from NTNU, Norway (2006–2008).

Bachelor of Urban Planning from Makerere University.

Research Focus:

Serwajja’s research has primarily focused on the environmental, social, and economic intricacies of artisanal gold mining, land grabbing in post-conflict regions, and gender-based violence related to oil industry developments. He has actively participated in projects examining humanitarianism in protracted crises, political participation of women in Africa, and environmental issues associated with extractive industries.

Professional Journey:

Currently a Lecturer at the Department of Development Studies, Makerere University (since 2015).

Research Collaboration at Makerere University (2015-2019).

Researcher at the Centre of Excellence in Food Security (2013-2014).

Program Coordinator for Young African Researchers in Agriculture [YARA] (2014-2021).

Honors & Awards:

Recipient of various research grants, including NORGLOBAL funding for the ‘Holding aid accountable’ project.

Awards include Doctoral Dissertation Completion Fellowship from the Social Science Research Council (SSRC) and Young African Scholars Grant from The Harry Frank Guggenheim Foundation.

Publications Top Noted & Contributions:

Authored and co-authored numerous research papers on topics such as artisanal gold mining, land grabbing, and gender-based violence.

Contributions to conferences and workshops on displacement, environmental justice, and sustainable development.

Book Chapter: “Self-reliance and refugee economics in Uganda” (2023)

  • Authors: Serwajja, E., Refstie, H.
  • Handbook on Forced Migration, pp. 363–376
  • Not yet cited

Article (Open Access): “Environmental, health and safety intricacies of artisanal mining in the gold-rich landscapes of Karamoja, north-eastern Uganda” (2021)

  • Authors: Serwajja, E., Mukwaya, P.I.
  • Journal of Sustainable Mining, 20(2), pp. 90–108
  • 1 citation

Article: “Condemned to the periphery: The lived experiences of women in artisanal gold mining activities in Karamoja sub-region, Uganda” (2020)

  • Authors: Serwajja, E., Mukwaya, P.I.
  • Extractive Industries and Society, 7(4), pp. 1511–1524
  • 10 citations

Article (Open Access): “Urban growth of Kampala, Uganda: Pattern analysis and scenario development” (2012)

  • Authors: Vermeiren, K., Van Rompaey, A., Loopmans, M., Serwajja, E., Mukwaya, P.
  • Landscape and Urban Planning, 106(2), pp. 199–206
  • 175 citations

Author Metrics:

Citations: 186 by 185 documents

h-index: 2

Research Timeline:

2006–2008: Master’s research on childhood experiences in Gulu, Northern Uganda.

2011–2014: PhD research on land grabbing in post-conflict Amuru District, Northern Uganda.

2017–2019: Post-doctoral research on the intricacies of artisanal gold mining in Moroto District, Karamoja region.

2018–2020: Investigated gender-based conflicts triggered by the emerging oil industry in mid-western Uganda.

Eria Serwajja’s professional journey reflects a commitment to addressing pressing social and environmental challenges through research and academic contributions. His work has garnered recognition, and he continues to actively engage in collaborative projects that contribute to the development studies field.