Lekan Amusan | Environmental Science | Research Excellence Award

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Lekan Amusan | Environmental Science | Research Excellence Award

Covenant University | Nigeria

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Lekan M. Amusan is an academic and researcher with recognized contributions in engineering science and technology, particularly in construction and building technology, sustainable human settlements, and interdisciplinary areas spanning environmental sciences and business-related aspects of the built environment. He is affiliated with Covenant University, Nigeria, and has collaborative associations with the University of Johannesburg, including work linked to centers of excellence in sustainable human settlements. His scholarly output, published under various name formats, reflects a strong focus on sustainability-driven research and applied innovation, and his contributions to the academic community have been acknowledged through distinctions such as an Excellent Reviewer recognition.

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Wan-Yu Liu | Environmental Science | Research Excellence Award

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Wan-Yu Liu | Environmental Science | Research Excellence Award

National Chung Hsing University | Taiwan

Dr. Wan-yu Liu is a distinguished scholar in environmental economics and forest resource management, widely recognized for his extensive contributions to climate change mitigation, carbon sequestration, natural carbon sinks, and environmental resource planning. With academic training spanning financial management, agricultural economics, and environmental economics, he has built a multidisciplinary foundation that shapes his rigorous and solutions-oriented research. His career includes faculty positions in natural resources and forestry, culminating in his early promotion to full professor and subsequent appointment as Distinguished and later Tenured Distinguished Professor at National Chung Hsing University, reflecting his exceptional academic achievements. Dr. Liu’s award-winning research honored by major academic societies in land economics, rural economics, and rural development has advanced understanding of afforestation incentives, carbon sink mechanisms, and economic strategies for environmental conservation. He has published more than 100 journal articles and conference papers in influential international journals across applied science and environmental science. His leadership extends to service as director or board member of multiple professional societies, while his work has been repeatedly recognized through prestigious awards, including multiple first-place honors at national academic conferences, the Outstanding Young Scholar Research Achievement Award, and notable distinctions from international publishers. He has also received top teaching and service awards from his institution, demonstrating excellence across research, education, and academic leadership. In recent years, he has earned some of the highest honors in Taiwanese agriculture and forestry, including recognition as one of the National Top Ten Outstanding Agricultural Experts and major academic society awards. His expertise has further led to national policy roles, including appointment to the National Sustainable Development Council. His global impact is acknowledged through his inclusion among Stanford University’s “World’s Top 2% Scientists,” underscoring his sustained influence on environmental sustainability research and policy.

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Liu, C.-L., & Liu, W.-Y. (2025). Assessing tourism pressure on wildlife in a protected area: A social big data approach using photo-sharing data and species distribution modeling. Ecological Informatics.

Lin, C.-C., Zhang, S.-Y., Chou, Y.-L., & Liu, W.-Y. (2025). Energy management scheduling of a smart factory with carbon capture and storage, carbon emission quota cap-and-trade, and green energy trading. Energy.

Yu, H. W., & Liu, W.-Y. (2025). Strategic decision-making in wildfire risk management: Risk attitudes, strategy shifts, and policy implications in Taiwan. International Journal of Disaster Risk Reduction.

Liu, W.-Y., Yen, C.-C., Lee, R. S. K., & Lin, C.-C. (2025). Navigating crowds: Reconsidering visitor recreational experience and crowding preference for a forest park in Taiwan. Forest Policy and Economics.

Chen, Y.-C., & Liu, W.-Y. (2025). Market opportunities for forest-based products: A case study of understory-cultivated bamboo mushrooms. Agroforestry Systems.

Liu, C.-L., & Liu, W.-Y. (2025). Sacred heritage and environmental sustainability: Carbon and biodiversity insights from Taiwan’s Fo Guang Shan Monastery and Buddha Museum. npj Heritage Science.

Asri, A. K., Chang, H.-T., Yu, C.-P., Liu, W.-Y., Chern, Y.-R., Xie, R.-H., Lung, S.-C. C., Chi, K. H., Chen, Y.-C., Cheng, S.-S., et al. (2025). Spatiotemporal estimation of ambient forest phytoncides: Unveiling patterns through geospatial-based machine learning approach. Ecological Indicators.

George Papatheodorou | Earth and Planetary Sciences | Research Excellence Award

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George Papatheodorou | Earth and Planetary Sciences | Research Excellence Award

University of Patras, Oceanus-Lab, Department of Geology | Greece

Prof. Dr. George Papatheodorou is a distinguished Professor of Geological and Environmental Oceanography whose career has significantly advanced the scientific understanding of marine systems, seabed processes, and environmental change. Serving at the Department of Geology at the University of Patras, he has held several key academic leadership roles, including Vice Head and later Head of the Geology Department, and subsequently Dean of the School of Natural Sciences across two consecutive terms. As Director of the Laboratory of Marine Geology and Physical Oceanography (Oceanus-Lab), he has led pioneering research initiatives that integrate marine geophysics, marine sedimentology, marine geochemistry, and geological oceanography to investigate active faults, submarine gravitational sediment movements, seabed fluid flows, and the dynamics of marine and lacustrine environments. His work extends to critical interdisciplinary domains such as marine pollution, with a particular focus on marine litter, coastal erosion processes, hypoxic and anoxic landlocked basins, and the mapping of marine and freshwater habitats. Over the course of his academic trajectory, he has contributed extensively as Lecturer, Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, and full Professor, shaping both research and education in marine sciences. His early professional experience includes significant appointments in chemical oceanography, fisheries–aquaculture technology, and oceanography teaching roles, reflecting the breadth of his expertise across aquatic and marine disciplines. He is also recognized for his contributions to marine geoarchaeology, offering scientific insights into submerged cultural landscapes and coastal heritage. Through decades of scholarship, leadership, and mentorship, his work has provided valuable frameworks for understanding geological processes, environmental risks, and anthropogenic impacts on marine ecosystems, positioning him as a leading figure in the field of marine geology and environmental oceanography.

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Mohammad Marjani | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

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Mohammad Marjani | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

Memorial University of Newfoundland | Canada

Dr. Mohammad Marjani is a dedicated researcher and academic specializing in remote sensing, geospatial intelligence, and artificial intelligence applications for environmental monitoring. He is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering at Memorial University of Newfoundland, where his research focuses on developing advanced remote sensing and deep learning algorithms for environmental and climate-related analysis under the supervision of Dr. Masoud Mahdianpari. He earned his Master of Science in Geospatial Information Systems from K.N. Toosi University of Technology, where he conducted innovative research on wildfire spread modeling using deep learning techniques. His undergraduate degree in Geodesy and Geomatic Engineering from the same university explored 3D change detection methods in point clouds. His academic journey reflects a strong interdisciplinary foundation in remote sensing, GIS, machine learning, and computer vision, particularly applied to natural disaster management and environmental systems. Dr. Marjani has contributed as a peer reviewer for high-impact journals such as IEEE Geoscience and Remote Sensing Letters, Theoretical and Applied Climatology, and Remote Sensing. Professionally, he serves as a Research Scientist at C-CORE, where he develops AI-driven environmental modeling algorithms using satellite data. Alongside his research, he has demonstrated academic leadership through multiple teaching assistantships, delivering courses in C++, MATLAB, and Python programming across topics such as computational intelligence and image processing. He is also a co-founder of GeoHoosh, an educational group dedicated to promoting artificial intelligence applications in geomatics and geospatial engineering. Dr. Marjani’s research interests encompass wildfire modeling, satellite image analysis, WebGIS, and GeoAI, reflecting his commitment to advancing the integration of artificial intelligence with geospatial sciences for sustainable environmental solutions.

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  • Marjani, M., Ahmadi, S. A., & Mahdianpari, M. (2023). FirePred: A hybrid multi-temporal convolutional neural network model for wildfire spread prediction. Ecological Informatics, 78, 102282.

  • Marjani, M., Mahdianpari, M., & Mohammadimanesh, F. (2024). CNN-BiLSTM: A Novel Deep Learning Model for Near­-Real-Time Daily Wildfire Spread Prediction. Remote Sensing, 16(8), 1467.

  • Marjani, M., & Mesgari, M. S. (2023). The large-scale wildfire spread prediction using a multi-kernel convolutional neural network. In ISPRS Annals of the Photogrammetry, Remote Sensing and Spatial Information Sciences, Vol. 10(4/W1-2022), pp. 483-488.

  • Marjani, M., Mohammadimanesh, F., Varon, D. J., Radman, A., & Mahdianpari, M. (2024). PRISMethaNet: A novel deep learning model for landfill methane detection using PRISMA satellite data. ISPRS Journal of Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing, 218, 802-818.

  • Bahrami, H., McNairn, H., Mahdianpari, M., & Homayouni, S. (2022). A meta-analysis of remote sensing technologies and methodologies for crop characterization. Remote Sensing, 14(22), 5633.

Dragana Tomašević Pilipović | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

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Dragana Tomašević Pilipović | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

Faculty of Sciences, University of Novi Sad | Serbia

Dragana Tomašević Pilipović, a Serbian national born in Croatia, is a Full Professor at the Faculty of Sciences, University of Novi Sad, with over 15 years of distinguished academic and research experience in environmental chemistry. She specializes in sediment remediation, water quality assessment, and the development of green nanomaterials for sustainable pollution management. Throughout her career, she has authored 40 SCI-indexed publications,  and has led multiple national and international research projects as Principal Investigator. Professor Tomašević Pilipović has a strong teaching record, developing innovative curricula and delivering undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral courses in Environmental Protection and Chemistry, consistently earning top student evaluations. She holds a BSc in Chemistry with a focus on quality control and environmental management, an MSc in Chemistry specializing in water metal content analysis, and a PhD in Environmental Protection Science, where her research advanced the application of stabilized nano zero-valent iron and commercial immobilization agents for sediment remediation. Her professional experience includes roles as Associate and Assistant Professor, research assistant, and analytical chemist in accredited laboratories, where she gained expertise in advanced analytical techniques such as AAS, ICP-MS, IC, and TOC. Actively engaged in scientific exchange and professional organizations, she has collaborated with international institutions, serves on multiple scientific boards, and contributes to policy and outreach programs. Her work integrates research excellence, innovative teaching, and impactful science communication to advance environmental protection and sustainable solutions across Europe.

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  • Radenović, D., Kerkez, D., Tomašević Pilipović, D., Dubovina, M., Šeljiša, M., Tenodi, S., & Peško, I. (2024). The beneficial reuse of contaminated sediment: Long-term assessment of fly ash and lime-based mixtures. Case Studies in Construction Materials, 20, e02711.

  • Tenodi, S., Krčmar, D., Pejin, Đ., Rađenović Veselić, D., Slijepčević, N., Zrnić Tenodi, K., & Tomašević Pilipović, D. (2025). Application of the FUCOM-SAW model for comprehensive risk assessment of contaminated sediments: A case study of the Great Bačka Canal and Begej River. Journal of Contaminant Hydrology, 274, 104644.

  • Tomašević Pilipović, D., Slijepčević, N., Rađenović Veselić, D., Šešlija, M., Bulatović, V., & Duduković, N. (2025). Utilization of phosphogypsum and sediment in subgrade material for pavement construction. Applied Sciences, 15(347).

  • Tomić, T., Jurca, T., Rađenović Veselić, D., Slijepčević, N., Krčmar, D., Bečelić-Tomin, M., & Tomašević Pilipović, D. (2025). An integrated approach to assessing the quality of sediments in the Great Bačka and Bega canals, Serbia. Environmental Sciences Europe, 37, 25.

  • Tomašević Pilipović, D., Bečelić-Tomin, M., Krčmar, D., Tenodi, S., Kerkez, D., Slijepčević, N., & Šešlija, M. (2025). Methodological framework for sediment management in developing countries: Shifting the paradigm from waste to resource. Water, 17, 618.

Karina Chueng | Earth and Planetary Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Karina Chueng | Earth and Planetary Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Universidade do Estado do Rio de Janeiro | Brazil

Dr. Karina Ferreira Chueng is a Brazilian geoscientist specializing in paleoenvironmental and paleoclimatic reconstruction, with a strong focus on the use of silica biomineralizations, phytoliths, and carbon isotopes to study Quaternary environmental changes. She earned her Doctorate and Master’s degree in Earth and Ocean Sciences from the Federal Fluminense University and her Bachelor’s degree in Geography from the State University of Rio de Janeiro. Dr. Chueng’s research has significantly contributed to understanding the geomorphological and climatic evolution of Brazil’s Serra do Espinhaço mountain range and coastal plains. She has authored several peer-reviewed articles in leading journals such as the Journal of South American Earth Sciences and Revista Brasileira de Geografia Física, and co-authored multiple book chapters on phytolith analysis and paleoenvironmental reconstruction. Her collaborative projects span national and international research groups, including partnerships with the University of Exeter (UK) and UC Berkeley (USA). Dr. Chueng has participated in the POLARQ and NEPALEO research groups, focusing on archaeological palynology and paleobiogeoclimatic studies. Her academic service includes organizing scientific events, reviewing for journals, and mentoring undergraduate and doctoral students. Recognized for her scientific excellence, she received the Doutora Fátima Luz Award and was a finalist for the Professor Margarida Penteado Award for Young Geomorphologists (2018). Fluent in Portuguese, English, and Spanish, Dr. Chueng continues to advance interdisciplinary research linking geology, archaeology, and environmental science.

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Machado, D. O. B. F., Chueng, K. F., Coe, H. H. G., Silva, A. C., & Costa, C. R. (2021). Paleoenvironmental reconstruction of the headwaters of the Preto River, Minas Gerais State, Brazil, through siliceous bioindicators. Journal of South American Earth Sciences, 110, 103349.

Salgado, E. T., Mizusaki, A. M. P., Chueng, K. F., Coe, H. H. G., Evaldt, A. C. P., & Bauermann, S. G. (2021). Holocene palaeoenvironmental and palaeoclimatic reconstruction of a native ecosystem on the coastal plain of southern Brazil through multi-proxy analysis. Journal of South American Earth Sciences, 106, 103067.

Chueng, K. F., Coe, H. H. G., Augustin, C. H. R. R., Macario, K. D., Ricardo, S. D. F., & Vasconcelos, A. M. C. (2019). Landscape paleodynamics in siliciclastic domains with the use of phytoliths, sponge spicules and carbon isotopes: The case of southern Espinhaço Mountain Range, Minas Gerais, Brazil. Journal of South American Earth Sciences, 95, 102232.

Chueng, K. F., Coe, H. H. G., Fagundes, M., Vasconcelos, A. M. C., & Ricardo, S. D. F. (2018). Paleoenvironmental reconstruction of the archaeological area of Serra Negra, east face of the southern Espinhaço (Minas Gerais), through phytolith analysis. Revista Brasileira de Geografia Física, 11(7), 2260–2275.

Coe, H. H. G., Macario, K. D., Gomes, J. G., Oliveira, F. M., Chueng, K. F., Gomes, P. R. S., Carvalho, C., Linares, R., Alves, E. Q., & Santos, G. M. (2014). Understanding Holocene variations in the vegetation of São João River Basin, southeastern coast of Brazil, using phytolith and carbon isotopic analyses. Palaeogeography, Palaeoclimatology, Palaeoecology, 403, 59–68.

Augustin, C. H. R., Coe, H. H. G., Chueng, K. F., & Gomes, J. G. (2014). Analysis of geomorphic dynamics in ancient quartzite landscape using phytolith and carbon isotopes, Espinhaço Mountain Range, Minas Gerais, Brazil. Géomorphologie: Relief, Processus, Environnement, 20(4), 355–376.

Coe, H. H. G., Gomes, J. G., & Chueng, K. F. (2013). Reconstitutions of vegetation examples and inferences of paleoclimates in the Rio de Janeiro State through silica biomineralizations (phytoliths) and carbon isotopes. Revista Tamoios, 9(1), 1–21.

Georgios Giotopoulos | Earth and Planetary Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Georgios Giotopoulos | Earth and Planetary Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Junior High School | Greece

George F. Giotopoulos is a dedicated educator, academic, and administrator with a strong background in geology, adult education, and educational management. He has developed a career that combines scientific expertise with a passion for transformative learning and vocational training. Currently serving as the Principal of Saravali Gymnasium in Patras, he has extensive experience in leading schools and vocational training institutes, shaping educational practices, and fostering teacher development. His multidisciplinary journey reflects a balance between science, education, and management, supported by strong qualifications in geology, education, electronics, and languages. Over the years, he has contributed significantly to the advancement of adult education and vocational training, ensuring quality and innovation in learning environments. With a focus on transformative learning and student engagement, his work emphasizes bridging scientific understanding with effective pedagogy. His academic and professional path highlights a commitment to lifelong learning, leadership, and improving education systems.

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Education

George F. Giotopoulos has pursued a diverse and multidisciplinary academic path that integrates science, education, and language studies. His highest academic qualification is a doctoral degree in geology, with a specialization in the use of modern technologies for teaching geological concepts across both higher and secondary education. Complementing his scientific expertise, he obtained a master’s degree in education management, focusing on the role of training in teacher evaluation and school self-evaluation, which provided him with strong insights into institutional leadership and policy implementation. He also earned a master’s degree in adult education, where his dissertation explored transformative learning through aesthetic experience, demonstrating his interest in innovative teaching approaches. Further expanding his knowledge, he completed a bachelor’s degree in Spanish language and culture, which enhanced his multicultural perspective, and a bachelor’s degree in electronics engineering, which equipped him with technical and problem-solving skills. Together, these qualifications shape his multidisciplinary expertise.

Experience

George F. Giotopoulos has developed an extensive career in education, combining teaching, leadership, and administrative roles. He currently serves as the Principal of Saravali Gymnasium in Patras, where he oversees school operations, guides teachers, and ensures the effective implementation of educational policies. Prior to this, he worked as a secondary education technologist, contributing to classroom instruction and the application of technical knowledge in teaching. He also served as Deputy Director at the Public Vocational Training Institute of Patras, where he was responsible for planning and monitoring training programs, supervising teaching quality, and coordinating evaluation processes. His role in vocational training allowed him to influence adult education by ensuring effective program delivery and learner-centered approaches. With more than two decades of experience as an adult educator, he has consistently focused on enhancing educational quality and aligning training with evolving needs. His leadership roles reflect his ability to combine vision with practical administration.

Honors and Awards

Throughout his career, George F. Giotopoulos has been recognized for his significant contributions to education, leadership, and vocational training. His dedication to transformative learning, combined with his innovative approach to teaching geology through modern technologies, has earned him acknowledgment within academic and professional communities. He has been appreciated for his long-standing service as an adult educator, where he promoted vocational training that meets both societal and individual needs. His leadership roles in secondary schools and vocational institutes have brought him respect for fostering collaboration among educators and implementing quality-driven policies. Additionally, his academic achievements, including multiple advanced degrees across different disciplines, have positioned him as a versatile and accomplished professional. His ability to integrate science, management, and education has been widely noted, contributing to his reputation as both a scholar and administrator. These recognitions highlight his enduring impact on education and his commitment to lifelong learning and excellence.

Research Focus

The research focus of George F. Giotopoulos centers on the intersection of geology, education, and adult learning. His doctoral research emphasizes the application of modern technologies to enhance the teaching of geological concepts in higher and secondary education, bridging scientific knowledge with innovative pedagogy. He has a particular interest in transformative learning, especially through aesthetic experiences, exploring how learners can develop deeper understanding and personal growth through creative and reflective processes. In addition, he examines teacher evaluation and school self-evaluation as vital tools for improving educational quality and accountability. His studies also extend to student misconceptions, especially regarding fundamental geological principles, where he aims to design effective strategies to address misunderstandings and support conceptual change. His commitment to vocational training and adult education further reflects his dedication to lifelong learning, professional development, and creating inclusive educational opportunities that empower learners and educators alike.

Publications

  • Title: Brevísima referencia a la civilización y cultura americana antes de la llegada de los españoles
    Year: 2024
    Cited By: 1

  • Title: Fuenteovejuna: como se trata de los temas de la comunidad, del honor, de la religión y de la monarquía y cuáles fueron sus extensiones políticas en dos periodos históricos …
    Year: 2023
    Cited By: 1

  • Title: Teaching Geology in Higher Education Institutions under COVID-19 Conditions
    Year: 2023
    Cited By: 1

  • Title: Enhancing empathy in transformative learning contexts
    Year: 2018

Conclusion

The career of George F. Giotopoulos reflects a unique blend of scientific expertise, educational leadership, and a deep commitment to transformative learning. His academic journey, which combines geology, adult education, management, electronics, and languages, has equipped him with a broad, multidisciplinary perspective. Professionally, he has excelled in both teaching and leadership roles, guiding schools, vocational institutes, and educators toward improved performance and innovation. His research interests reveal a passion for bridging science and pedagogy, addressing misconceptions in geology, and promoting transformative experiences in education. Recognized for his contributions as an educator and administrator, he has consistently demonstrated a dedication to quality, inclusivity, and lifelong learning. Through his work, he continues to inspire learners, support professional growth, and enhance educational systems. His vision, experience, and scholarly contributions make him a valuable figure in the fields of geology, education management, and adult learning.