Luciana Almeida Silva | Photocatalysis | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Luciana Almeida Silva | Photocatalysis | Best Researcher Award

 PHD at the California Institute of Technology, USA

Luciana Almeida Silva is a Full Professor at Universidade Federal da Bahia (UFBA), Brazil, where she earned her Ph.D. in 2001. She completed a postdoctoral fellowship at the California Institute of Technology (CALTECH) in 2006, focusing on hybrid photochemical systems for hydrogen production. Her research interests include photocatalytic hydrogen production, environmental remediation, and the synthesis of semiconductor materials. A former affiliate member of the Brazilian Academy of Sciences (2010-2014), Dr. Silva has published 52 research articles, contributing significantly to the fields of sustainable energy and environmental science.

Professional Profiles

Publications

Chalcogenide nanoparticles like CdxZn(1-x)SySe(1-y) applied to photocatalytic hydrogen production from natural seawater under visible light irradiation, Publication date:  2020.

Assessment of hydrothermal parameters in the wet synthesis of α- and β-BiTaO4 by in situ synchrotron X-ray diffraction, Publication date:  2022.

Green photocatalytic remediation of Fenthion using composites with natural red clay and non-toxic metal oxides with visible light irradiation, Publication date:  2021.

Photocatalytic Removal of Cyanide from Cassava Processing Wastewater with Simultaneous Generation of H2 and C2H4 Using Ni-modified TiO2, Publication date:  2023.

Nanohybrid of two-dimensional tellurium and metal sulfotelluride for solar-driven photocatalytic hydrogen production from seawater, Publication date:  2024.

Conclusion

Luciana Almeida Silva is a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award, given her significant contributions to the fields of photocatalysis, hydrogen production, and environmental remediation. Her extensive publication record, international collaborations, and innovative research make her a leading figure in her area of expertise. To further bolster her candidacy, she could consider broadening the application of her research, engaging more with industry, and enhancing her public outreach efforts. Overall, her work has a profound impact on sustainable energy and environmental science, making her a deserving candidate for this prestigious recognition.

Marta Llorca | Environmental science | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Marta Llorca | Environmental science | Best Researcher Award

PHD at the Universitat de Barcelona, Spain

Marta Llorca, born on February 16, 1984, is a Tenured Researcher at the Instituto de Diagnóstico Ambiental y Estudios del Agua (IDAEA-CSIC) in Spain. With a PhD in Environmental Chemistry from the Universitat de Barcelona, she has pioneered research on perfluoroalkyl substances and their environmental impact, earning recognition for her innovative work. Her expertise lies in environmental chemistry, chromatographic analysis, and high-resolution mass spectrometry, focusing on emerging contaminants and (xeno)metabolomics. Marta’s contributions include developing new methodologies for analyzing contaminants in food and the environment, solidifying her reputation in the field.

Professional Profiles

Publications

Kinetics and toxicity of nanoplastics in ex vivo exposed human whole blood as a model to understand their impact on human health, Publication date:  2024.

Occurrence and fate of perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in an urban aquifer located at the Besòs River Delta (Spain), Publication date:  2024.

Bioaccumulation and dietary bioaccessibility of microplastics composition and cocontaminants in Mediterranean mussels, Publication date:  2024.

Human Oral Exposure to Nano-and Microplastics and Plastic Additives in Barcelona, Spain: a series of single-case studies, Publication date:  2024.

The challenge of assessing contaminants of emerging concern and microplastics, Publication date:  2023.

Conclusion

Marta Llorca is a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award due to her pioneering research in environmental chemistry, particularly on emerging contaminants and microplastics. Her extensive publication record in high-impact journals and her progression to a tenured research position at CSIC demonstrate her dedication and influence in the field. With slight enhancements in international collaboration, project leadership, and broader impact efforts, she would be an even more compelling candidate for the award.

Gbenga Adejumo | Soil Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Gbenga Adejumo | Soil Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

PHD at the University of Saskatchewan, Canada

Gbenga Daniel Adejumo is a Ph.D. student in Soil Chemistry at the University of Saskatchewan, specializing in soil biophysiochemical properties for soil health assessment and climate change mitigation. With over ten years of experience in soil analysis, he has expertise in chemometrics, multivariate analysis, and remote sensing technologies. His research includes characterizing Saskatchewan’s agricultural soils using near-infrared spectroscopy. Adejumo has presented his work at international conferences and published in peer-reviewed journals. He also has experience in teaching and supervising laboratory sessions, with a strong background in statistical software and experimental design.

Professional Profiles

Educational Background

Publications:

Soil organic carbon and total nitrogen multivariate modelling from diverse FT-NIR spectral dataset, Publication date: 2024.

Biopesticide Research and Product Development in Africa for Sustainable Agriculture and Food Security – Experiences From the International Centre of Insect Physiology and Ecology (icipe), Publication date: 2020.

Ying Huang | Resource Recycle Technique | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc Prof Dr. Ying Huang | Resource Recycle Technique | Best Researcher Award

PHD at Kyoto University, Japan

Ying Huang, an Associate Professor at the School of Energy and Environment, Southeast University, specializes in Environmental Engineering with a focus on solid waste treatment and resource recycling. She holds a Doctor of Engineering from Kyoto University and has over 20 years of experience. As Director of the Solid Waste Treatment and Resource Recycle Laboratory, she has led numerous research projects, secured multiple patents, and published nearly 100 papers. Her notable contributions include pioneering sludge chemical conditioning and deep dewatering technology, significantly advancing sludge treatment standards in China. Huang also serves as a reviewer and guest editor for various scientific journals.

Professional Profiles

Education

Doctor of Engineering: Kyoto University, Department of Environmental Engineering (Japan), Apr. 2000 – Sep. 2003 Master: Southeast University, Department of Environmental Engineering (China), Sep. 1996 – Oct. 1998 Bachelor: Southeast University, Department of Environmental Engineering (China), Sep. 1992 – July. 1996

Professional Background

Associate Professor: Department of Environmental Science and Engineering, School of Energy and Environment, Southeast University, China (Apr. 2009 – present) Japan Science Promotion Society Fellow: National Institute of Advanced Industry Science and Technology (AIST), Japan (Oct. 2007 – Aug. 2009) Postdoctor Researcher: Department of Environmental Management, National Institute of Advanced Industry Science and Technology (AIST), Japan (Apr. 2006 – Sep. 2007) Postdoctor Researcher: Centre of Material Cycles and Waste Management Research, National Institute of Environment Science, Japan (Aug. 2003 – Mar. 2005)

Academic Achievements

Ying Huang is the Director and Discipline Leader of the Solid Waste Treatment and Resource Recycle Laboratory at Southeast University. She is an Academic Committee member of the International Society for Waste Management and recognized as a New Century Talent by the Ministry of Education of China. Huang has published nearly 100 academic and conference papers, serves as a Guest Editor for the SCI Magazine “Separations,” and is a reviewer for multiple SCI journals. Her notable contributions include developing sludge chemical conditioning and deep dewatering technology, significantly advancing sludge treatment standards in China.

Research Focus

Ying Huang focuses on environmental engineering, particularly in solid waste treatment and resource recycling. Her research encompasses sludge treatment technologies, including chemical conditioning and deep dewatering, and the recycling of resources like oil sludge and rare metals. Huang investigates the efficiency of coagulants in sludge conditioning and the stabilization of heavy metals. Her work also includes studies on nutrient removal and sludge reduction through microbial communities. She has contributed significantly to developing and optimizing waste treatment processes, publishing extensively in high-impact journals and securing numerous patents in these areas.

Publications

  1. Plasma- assisted liquid-based growth of g-C3N4/Mn2O3 p-n heterojunction with tunable valence band for photoelectrochemical application, Publication date: 2024.
  2. Plasma synthesis of K-doped amorphous carbon nitride with passivated trap states for enhanced photocatalytic H2O2 production,Publication date: 2023.
  3. Solvent Extraction of Dy(III) and Nd(III) with an Unsymmetrical Pentanediamide Extractant, Publication date: 2023.
  4. Combination of sequencing batch reactor activated sludge process with sludge lysis using thermophilic bacterial community for minimizing excess sludge, Publication date: 2023.
  5. Near-infrared light-activated g-C3N4 with effective n → π* electron transition for H2O2 production, Publication date: 2023.
  6. Sludge lysis by thermophilic bacteria community enhances nutrient removal, sludge reduction, and modulates microbial community in anaerobic-anoxic-oxic process, Publication date: 2023.
  7. Investigation of lysing excess sludge slurry using hydrolase secreting thermophilic bacterial communities, Publication date: 2024.
  8. Sludge deep dewatering by liquefied dimethyl ether: selection of operating conditions based on response surface methodology, Publication date: 2024.
  9. Research on enhancing sewage sludge lysis and bioreactor initiation through composite thermophilic strains, Publication date: 2024.
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