Zemenu Awoke | Soil Fertility Management | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Zemenu Awoke | Soil Fertility Management | Best Researcher Award

Injibara University | Ethiopia

Dr. Zemenu Awoke Andualem is an Ethiopian environmental scientist, academic, and researcher specializing in natural resource and environmental management. He holds a PhD in Natural Resource and Environmental Management and multiple MSc degrees in sustainable natural resource management, GIS and remote sensing, and environment and climate change. He has extensive experience as a university lecturer, researcher, and academic administrator, with a strong background in teaching, watershed management, land use and land cover analysis, and environmental modeling. His research focuses on ecosystem services, soil erosion, watershed interventions, resettlement impacts, and climate–environment interactions. Through research, teaching, and applied environmental studies, he contributes to sustainable resource management and evidence-based environmental planning.

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Viktor Husak | Plant Stress Physiology | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Viktor Husak | Plant Stress Physiology | Research Excellence Award

Vasyl Stefanyk Carpathian National University | Ukraine

Viktor V. Husak is an Associate Professor of Biochemistry and Biotechnology at Vasyl Stefanyk Carpathian National University, Ukraine. He earned his PhD in Biochemistry in 2009 and has over fifteen years of academic and research experience spanning teaching, supervision, and funded scientific projects. His research focuses on plant biotechnology, in vitro micropropagation, oxidative stress, environmental toxicology, nanoparticle applications, and Open Science practices. He has led and contributed to nationally and internationally funded projects and received prestigious support from DAAD and Ukrainian research agencies. Through interdisciplinary research, education, and open data initiatives, he actively contributes to sustainable biotechnology, biodiversity conservation, and reproducible science.

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Sito-obong Udofia | Plant Ecology | Research Excellence Award

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Ms. Sito-obong Udofia | Plant Ecology | Research Excellence Award

Hartpury University | United Kingdom

Ms. Sito-Obong Udofia is a university lecturer, researcher, and PhD candidate in Agriculture with a strong background in crop science, plant protection, and soil–plant monitoring. She holds advanced degrees in Crop Science and Agricultural Science and is currently pursuing doctoral research focused on vegetation cover and farmland sustainability. Her academic experience includes university teaching, student supervision, curriculum delivery, and international research collaboration. Her research interests span plant and soil monitoring, sustainable agriculture, crop protection, data analysis, and advanced sensing technologies. She has received competitive international scholarships, fellowships, and academic awards. Her work reflects a commitment to research-driven solutions, education, inclusivity, and sustainable agricultural development.

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Changlu Hu | Soil Science | Young Scientist Award

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Prof. Dr. Changlu Hu | Soil Science | Young Scientist Award

Northwest A&F University | China

Changlu Hu is an Associate Professor at the College of Natural Resources and Environment, Northwest A&F University. He earned his PhD in Soil Science and MSc in Plant Nutrition Science from Northwest A&F University, following a bachelor’s degree in natural resource sciences. His academic experience centers on dryland agroecosystems, with a strong focus on nitrogen and water management in cereal crops. His research integrates agronomy, soil fertility, and resource-use efficiency to enhance crop productivity while reducing environmental losses. He has led and contributed to nationally funded research projects and published extensively in high-impact journals, contributing to sustainable dryland agriculture and soil–crop system optimization.

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Galal Anis | Plant Genetics | Outstanding Scientist Award

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Prof. Galal Anis | Plant Genetics | Outstanding Scientist Award

Agriculture Research Center | Egypt

Prof. Galal Anis is a senior researcher at the Agriculture Research Center, Egypt, with extensive experience in agricultural sciences and applied research. He holds advanced degrees in agriculture-related disciplines from recognized institutions and has built a strong career in research, innovation, and academic collaboration. His work focuses on improving crop productivity, sustainable agriculture, soil and plant health, and modern farming practices. Prof. Anis has contributed to numerous research projects, peer-reviewed publications, and national agricultural programs. His scientific contributions have earned him professional recognition and awards. He remains committed to advancing agricultural sustainability and supporting evidence-based agricultural development.

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Onyemaechi John Nnamani | Climate Change | Excellence in Research award

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Mr. Onyemaechi John Nnamani | Climate Change | Excellence in Research award

Federal University of Technology Akure | Nigeria

Onyemaechi John Nnamani is an academic and geospatial researcher in the Department of Surveying and Geoinformatics at the Federal University of Technology, Akure, Nigeria. He holds B.Tech and M.Tech degrees in Surveying and Geoinformatics from FUTA. Currently an Assistant Lecturer, he teaches surveying-related courses and supervises undergraduate research. His research interests span geoinformatics, remote sensing, GIS applications, land use and land cover change, urban sustainability, and climate adaptation technologies. He has published widely in reputable journals and actively participates in professional development and conferences. His contributions have earned him awards, including Lecturer of the Year, reflecting his commitment to impactful research, teaching, and sustainable development.

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Rana Muhammad Amir Gulzar | Plant Biotechnology | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Rana Muhammad Amir Gulzar | Plant Biotechnology | Research Excellence Award

Zhejiang University | China

Dr. Rana Muhammad Amir Gulzar is a plant pathologist and researcher affiliated with Zhejiang University, China. He earned his PhD in Agriculture (Plant Pathology) from Zhejiang University and an MSc (Hons.) in Plant Pathology from Bahauddin Zakariya University, Pakistan. His experience includes academic teaching, agro-field training, project field coordination, and industry-linked crop management roles. His research focuses on plant–pathogen interactions, calcium signaling, stress-responsive gene families, and molecular mechanisms of biotic and abiotic stress tolerance in crops, particularly Brassica species and cotton. A recipient of a Chinese Government Scholarship and a Gold Medal, he contributes impactful research toward sustainable crop protection and stress-resilient agriculture.

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Ashraf El-Shamy | Soil Science | Research Excellence Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Ashraf El-Shamy | Soil Science | Research Excellence Award

Ain Shams University | Egypt

Ashraf Ahmed Reda Mohamed El-Shamy is an Assistant Professor of Civil Engineering (Geotechnical) at Ain Shams University, Egypt, with extensive academic and professional experience. He holds BSc, MSc, and PhD degrees in Civil Engineering from Ain Shams University, specializing in geotechnical and foundation engineering. His experience spans teaching, advanced numerical modeling, and leadership in major infrastructure and mega construction projects across Egypt. His research interests include swelling and collapsible soils, tunneling-induced settlement, soil–structure interaction, and unsaturated soil behavior. Through impactful publications, project leadership, and applied research, he contributes to resilient and innovative geotechnical engineering practice.

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3D Analysis of Ground Settlement Induced by Mechanized Tunnelling

– International Conference on Structural and Geotechnical Engineering, 2015

Numerical Simulation of Swelling Soil via Swelling Rock Constitutive Model

– Fifteenth International Conference on Structural and Geotechnical Engineering, 2018

Experimental Testing and Numerical Simulations for Typical Swelling Soil in Egypt

– International Journal of Recent Technology and Engineering, 2019

Numerical Simulation of Unsaturated Collapsible Soil

– International Conference on Structural and Geotechnical Engineering, 2023

Deborah Onyancha | Sustainable Agriculture | Research Excellence Award

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Ms. Deborah Onyancha | Sustainable Agriculture | Research Excellence Award

University of Nairobi | Kenya

Deborah M. Onyancha is a Kenyan agroecosystems researcher and PhD candidate in Management of Agroecosystems and Environment at the University of Nairobi. She holds an MSc in Land and Water Management and a BSc in Agroecosystems Management. Her professional experience spans research and consultancy roles with IITA, CGIAR, ILRI, KEFRI, and environmental agencies, focusing on sustainable agricultural water management and agroecology. Her research interests include resilient agroecosystems, soil-water-biodiversity interactions, pollution mitigation, and climate adaptation in smallholder farming systems. She has received multiple fellowships and professional training awards and actively contributes to science-policy dialogue for sustainable and climate-resilient food systems.

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Ruben Budău | Fungal Ecology | Research Excellence Award

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Mr. Ruben Budău | Fungal Ecology | Research Excellence Award

University of Oradea | Romania

Assoc. Prof. Ruben Budau is an academic at the University of Oradea with expertise in forestry, horticulture, and agroforestry systems. He holds bachelor’s degrees in Forestry and Horticulture and has extensive experience in teaching, project leadership, and interdisciplinary research collaboration. His research interests include silviculture, woody biomass, agroforestry, sustainable horticulture, and mycology, with a particular focus on the genus Leccinum. He is the author of a seminal Q1 Journal of Fungi study and a reference volume on Robinia pseudoacacia cultivation in Romania. Through applied research and academic leadership, he contributes to sustainable land-use and biomass-based environmental solutions.

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