Georgia Pozoukidou | CIty Planning | Research Citation Excellence Award

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Georgia Pozoukidou | CIty Planning | Research Citation Excellence Award

Aristotle University of Thessaloniki | Greece

Prof. Dr.  Georgia Pozoukidou is a leading expert in spatial planning, land use planning, urban modelling, and resilient urban development, with a distinguished academic career dedicated to shaping sustainable, inclusive, and future-ready cities. She holds a Ph.D. in City and Regional Planning and a Master’s degree in City Planning from the University of Pennsylvania, where her research focused on integrated land-use models, urban development, and land market dynamics. She also earned an Engineering Degree in Planning and Regional Development from the University of Thessaly. As a Professor at the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, she actively contributes to advancing the field of spatial planning through innovative teaching, extensive research, and the development of cutting-edge urban policy approaches. Her scholarly work spans critical themes such as 15-minute cities, participatory planning, urban revitalization, and spatial resilience, emphasizing data-driven urban modelling for sustainable land-use strategies. Professor Pozoukidou has received international recognition for her contributions, including the 2021 MDPI Sustainability Best Paper Award for her influential publication on the 15-Minute City model, which has shaped contemporary debates on human-centered urbanism. She has also been honored with several prestigious awards, such as the Women Transportation Seminar Carmen E. Turner Graduate Scholarship Award and the Pennsylvania Planning Association’s Outstanding Planning Student Scholarship Award. Additionally, she earned second prize in the competition for the Strategic Spatial Development Study for the Lake Trichonida Region, reflecting her applied expertise in regional development. Her work continuously integrates theoretical innovation with practical planning solutions, promoting equitable access, urban livability, and resilient infrastructures. Through her research leadership and academic service, Professor Pozoukidou plays a vital role in advancing planning education and inspiring new generations of professionals committed to sustainable urban futures.

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Featured Publications

Pozoukidou, G., & Chatziyiannaki, Z. (2021). 15-Minute City: Decomposing the new urban planning eutopia. Sustainability, 13(2), 928.

Pozoukidou, G., & Angelidou, M. (2022). Urban planning in the 15-minute city: Revisited under sustainable and smart city developments until 2030. Smart Cities, 5(4), 1356–1375.

Pozoukidou, G., & Ntriankos, I. (2017). Measuring and assessing urban sprawl: A proposed indicator system for the city of Thessaloniki, Greece. Remote Sensing Applications: Society and Environment, 8, 30–40.

Pozoukidou, G. (2020). Designing a green infrastructure network for metropolitan areas: A spatial planning approach. Euro-Mediterranean Journal for Environmental Integration, 5(2), 40.

Gavanas, N., Pozoukidou, G., & Verani, E. (2016). Integration of LUTI models into sustainable urban mobility plans (SUMPs). European Journal of Environmental Sciences, 6, 11–17.

Verani, E., Pozoukidou, G., & Sdoukopoulos, A. (2015). The effect of urban density, green spaces and mobility patterns in cities’ environmental quality: An empirical study of the metropolitan area of Thessaloniki. Spatium, 33, 8–17.

Dereba Megersa | Environmental Science | Most Cited Article Award

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Dereba Megersa | Environmental Science | Most Cited Article Award

Ethiopia Meteorlogy Institute | Ethiopia

Dr. Dereba Muleta Megersa,  in Arsi Bekoji, Oromia, Ethiopia, is a dedicated meteorologist and climate science professional with a strong academic and international training background. He began his education at Tulu Nageso Elementary School and progressed through Bekoji Junior and Senior Secondary Schools, completing his preparatory studies. He earned his Bachelor of Science degree from Arba Minch University and later pursued a Master’s degree at Nanjing University of Information Science and Technology (NUIST), China, graduating. Currently engaged in advanced studies, Dereba has consistently expanded his expertise through numerous international workshops and training programs. His participation includes the FY2023 Fengyun Satellite User Conference in Xiamen, China; seminars on global climate change, agricultural meteorology, and disaster mitigation hosted by NUIST and CMA; and specialized courses on atmospheric policy and weather forecasting across China and South Korea. These experiences reflect his commitment to enhancing meteorological forecasting and environmental resilience in developing countries. Dereba is fluent in professional communication and actively collaborates through platforms like WeChat and ORCID. With a career rooted in academic excellence and global engagement, Dereba continues to contribute to climate science and disaster preparedness, embodying a proactive approach to international collaboration and sustainable development.

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Featured Publications

Megersa, D. M., Abera, M., Geremew, T., Zainab, Z., & Luo, X. S. (2025). Effects of climate on malaria transmission: The role of temperature, rainfall, and humidity across Africa. Theoretical and Applied Climatology, 156, 438.

Megersa, D. M., & Luo, X.-S. (2025). Effects of climate change on malaria risk to human health: A review. Atmosphere, 16(1), 71.

Geremew, T., Ullah, I., Akinsanola, A. A., Muleta, D., Teshome, F., Syed, S., & Rafi, R. (2025). Unravelling Southern Ocean sea surface temperatures impacts on long rainfall variability in East Africa. Atmospheric Research, 310, 108406.

Luo, X.-S., Muleta, D., Hu, Z., Tang, H., Zhao, Z., Shen, S., & Lee, B.-L. (2017). Inclusive development and agricultural adaptation to climate change. Current Opinion in Environmental Sustainability, 24, 78–83.

Yohannes, T., Yu, J., Jonah, K., Oo, K. Y. T., Muleta, D., Adem, K., & Geremew, T. (2024). A bibliographic review on anthropogenic climate change and drought. Environmental Science & Policy, 160, 103830.

Abdela, K. A., Fantabil, A., & Muleta, D. (2023). Bibliographic review on drought and water level articles. Discover Water, 3, 17.

M. H. Ali | Environmental Science | Excellence in Citation Achievement Award

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Dr. M. H. Ali | Environmental Science | Excellence in Citation Achievement Award

Dr. M. H. Ali, Bangladesh Institute of Nuclear Agriculture, BINA, Bangladesh

Dr. Md. Hossain Ali (M. H. Ali) is a Chief Scientific Officer in the Agricultural Engineering Division of the Bangladesh Institute of Nuclear Agriculture (BINA). With 27 years of research and 2 years of teaching experience, Dr. Ali specializes in Irrigation and Water Resources Management. He has authored 7 books, 8 book chapters, and 100 scientific articles and serves as a reviewer for multiple esteemed journals. His contributions have earned him the Best Scientist Award 2016 (Institute of Nuclear Agriculture), and his profile has been featured in Marquis Who’s Who, the International Biographical Centre (UK), and the American Biographical Institute. He also served as a Visiting Senior Lecturer at University Malaysia Pahang (2011–12).

Education:

Post-doctorate (School of Civil Engineering)

Institution: Bangladesh Institute of Nuclear Agriculture (BINA), Bangladesh & Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM), Malaysia

Duration: September 13, 2009 – September 12, 2010

Ph.D. in Irrigation and Water Management

Institution: Bangladesh Agricultural University, Mymensingh, Dhaka, Bangladesh

Duration: March 16, 2002 – June 16, 2006

Master of Engineering Science (M.Engg. Sci.) in Civil and Environmental Engineering

Institution: The University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Duration: July 8, 1997 – July 7, 1999

Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Irrigation and Water Management

Institution: Bangladesh Agricultural University, Mymensingh, Dhaka, Bangladesh

Duration: July 1, 1995 – June 30, 1997

Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Engineering (B.Sc. Ag. Engg. (Hons.))

Major: Irrigation and Water Management

Institution: Bangladesh Agricultural University, Mymensingh, Bangladesh

Duration: August 20, 1986 – March 15, 1991

Professional Profiles:

ORCID Profile

Google Scholar

Professional Experience:

Bangladesh Institute of Nuclear Agriculture (BINA), Bangladesh

Chief Scientific Officer & Head, Agricultural Engineering Division (May 2019 – Present)

Principal Scientific Officer & Head, Agricultural Engineering Division (August 2015 – May 2019)

Senior Scientific Officer & Head, Agricultural Engineering Division (August 2013 – August 2015)

Senior Scientific Officer (May 2008 – August 2013)

Scientific Officer & Officer-in-Charge (OIC), Ishwardi (January 2007 – May 2008)

Senior Scientific Officer (July 2001 – January 2007)

Scientific Officer (June 1994 – July 2001)

University Malaysia Pahang, Malaysia

Visiting Senior Lecturer, Faculty of Civil Engineering & Earth Resources (August 2011 – August 2012)

Bangladesh Agricultural University, Mymensingh, Bangladesh

Guest Lecturer (Part-Time), Interdisciplinary Centre for Food Security (2015 – 2016)

Bangladesh Rural Electrification Board, Bangladesh

Assistant General Manager (March 1993 – May 1994)

Research Interests:

Dr. M. H. Ali’s research interests include:

Irrigation and Water Resources Management

Climatology and Agro-meteorology

Agro-economics and Engineering Economics

Top Notable Publications:

Increasing water productivity in crop production—A synthesis

Authors: M. H. Ali, M. S. U. Talukder

Journal: Agricultural Water Management

Volume: 95 (11), Pages: 1201-1213

Citations: 685

Year: 2008

Effects of deficit irrigation on yield, water productivity, and economic returns of wheat

Authors: M. H. Ali, M. R. Hoque, A. A. Hassan, M. A. Khair

Journal: Agricultural Water Management

Volume: 92, Pages: 151-161

Citations: 613

Year: 2007

Effective rainfall calculation methods for field crops: An overview, analysis, and new formulation

Authors: M. H. Ali, S. Mubarak

Journal: Asian Research Journal of Agriculture

Volume: 7 (1), Pages: 1-12

DOI: 10.9734/ARJA/2017/36812

Citations: 93

Year: 2017

A new novel index for evaluating model performance

Authors: M. H. Ali, I. Abustan

Journal: Journal of Natural Resources and Development

Volume: 4, Pages: 1-9

Citations: 90

Year: 2014

Effect of deficit irrigation at different growth stages on the yield of potato

Authors: A. A. Hassan, A. A. Sarkar, M. H. Ali, N. N. Karim

Journal: Pakistan Journal of Biological Sciences

Volume: 5 (2), Pages: 128-134

Citations: 72

Year: 2002

Sustainability of groundwater resources in the North-Eastern Region of Bangladesh

Authors: M. H. Ali, I. Abustan, M. A. Rahman, A. A. M. Haque

Journal: Water Resources Management

Volume: 26, Pages: 623-641

Citations: 61

Year: 2012

Effects of deficit irrigation on yield, water productivity and economic return of sunflower

Authors: A. J. Mila, M. H. Ali, A. R. Akanda, M. H. Rashid, M. A. Rahman

Journal: Cogent Food & Agriculture

Volume: 3, Article: 1287619

Citations: 37

Year: 2017

Water table dynamics of Dhaka City and its long-term trend analysis using the “MAKESENS” model

Authors: A. A. Sarkar, M. H. Ali

Journal: Water International

Volume: 34 (3), Pages: 373-382

Citations: 37

Year: 2009

Sensitivity of Penman – Monteith estimates of reference evapotranspiration to error in input climatic data

Authors: M. H. Ali, A. K. M. Adham, M. M. Rahman, A. K. M. R. Islam

Journal: Journal of Agrometeorology

Volume: 11 (1), Pages: 1-8

Citations: 32

Year: 2009

Approaches and Methods of Quantifying Natural Groundwater Recharge – A Review

Authors: M. H. Ali, S. Mubarak

Journal: Asian Journal of Environment & Ecology

Volume: 5 (1), Pages: 1-27

Citations: 22

Year: 2017

Analysis on groundwater-table declination and quest for sustainable water use in the North-western region (Barind area) of Bangladesh

Authors: M. H. Ali, A. A. Sarkar, M. A. Rahman

Journal: Journal of Agricultural Science and Applications

Volume: 1 (1), Pages: 26-32

Citations: 22

Year: 2012

Impact of climate change on crop water demand and its implication on water resources planning: Bangladesh Perspective

Authors: M. H. Ali, A. K. M. Adham

Journal: Journal of Agrometeorology

Volume: 9 (1), Pages: 20-25

Citations: 21

Year: 2007

Estimation of evapotranspiration using a simulation model

Authors: M. H. Ali, H. Paul, M. R. Haque

Journal: Journal of the Bangladesh Agricultural University

Volume: 9 (2), Pages: 257-266

Citations: 20

Year: 2011

Conclusion:

Dr. M. H. Ali is a highly suitable candidate for the Research for Excellence in Citation Achievement Award due to his significant contributions to agricultural water management, sustainability, and climate-related research. His citation metrics, impactful publications, and extensive work in water resources position him as a strong contender. Strengthening international collaborations and engaging in more interdisciplinary research could further enhance his eligibility.

Estefanía Aroca | Sustainability Science | Interdisciplinary Citation Impact Award

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Dr. Estefanía Aroca | Sustainability Science | Interdisciplinary Citation Impact Award

PhD at University of Castilla-La Mancha, Spain

Dr. Estefanía Aroca is a highly accomplished researcher in the field of Environmental Sciences, with a strong focus on natural hazards and environmental assessment. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Sciences, a Master’s Degree in Physics, Instrumentation, and Environment (Specialty in Natural Hazards and Environmental Assessment), and a Ph.D. in Agricultural and Environmental Sciences, where her thesis received the highest grade (cum laude unanimously). Dr. Aroca has extensive teaching experience, having taught courses in Geology and Surface and Groundwater Hydrology at the University of Castilla-La Mancha. She has also participated in various research projects, including the “DRAINAGE project,” which aimed to increase resilience to floods while improving water body status and sustainable resource management. In addition to her academic and research achievements, Dr. Aroca has undertaken a post-doctoral research stay at the Hazards Vulnerability & Resilience Institute, University of South Carolina, funded by the University of Castilla-La Mancha. She has received prestigious grants and scholarships, including an FPI Predoctoral Contract – Postdoctoral Orientation Period (POP) and an FPI Predoctoral Contract, from the Spanish Ministry of Science and Innovation, Universities. Dr. Aroca’s dedication to research excellence and her commitment to addressing environmental challenges through innovative methodologies make her a valuable asset to the scientific community.

Professional Profiles:

📚 Education:

Dr. Estefanía Aroca completed her university education with a Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Sciences from the University of Málaga, awarded on 15/09/2013, with a good average mark. She furthered her studies with a Master’s Degree in Physics, Instrumentation, and Environment (Specialty in Natural Hazards and Environmental Assessment) from the University of Cantabria, Faculty of Sciences, awarded on 08/10/2014, achieving a qualification of 8.60. Dr. Aroca culminated her academic journey with a Ph.D. in Agricultural and Environmental Sciences from the University of Castilla-La Mancha, with her thesis titled “Methodological proposal for the holistic characterization of vulnerability in areas prone to flash flooding: design and application,” under the guidance of José María Bodoque del Pozo. She obtained her doctoral degree on 04/07/2022, with the highest grade (cum laude unanimously).

🗣️Teaching experience:

Dr. Estefanía Aroca has extensive teaching experience in the field of Environmental Sciences. She has taught courses in Geology and Surface and Groundwater Hydrology at the University of Castilla-La Mancha. For example, she taught Geology to first-year Bachelor’s Degree students in Environmental Sciences, covering core concepts, for 45 hours from 25/01/2023 to 31/03/2023. Additionally, she taught Surface and Groundwater Hydrology, an obligatory course for third-year Bachelor’s Degree students in Environmental Sciences, for 15 hours from 22/11/2022 to 10/12/2022. Her teaching contributions also include previous instances of teaching similar courses in 2022 and 2021. These teaching experiences demonstrate her commitment to educating students in the field of Environmental Sciences and her expertise in Geology and Hydrology.

Technological experience:

Dr. Estefanía Aroca has been involved in a significant research and development project titled “Design of a Methodology to Increase Resilience to Floods Compatible with the Improvement of the Status of Water Bodies and the Sustainable Management of Resources (DRAINAGE project).” This project, which took place at the University of Castilla-La Mancha from 01/01/2017 to 31/12/2021, focused on enhancing flood resilience while promoting sustainable water management practices. Dr. Aroca contributed as a researcher alongside 33 other researchers, under the direction of Principal Investigator José María Bodoque del Pozo. The project received funding from the Spanish Research Agency, a state agency, totaling 71,390 €. This experience highlights Dr. Aroca’s expertise in research and her commitment to addressing environmental challenges through innovative methodologies.

achievements:

Dr. Estefanía Aroca has undertaken a post-doctoral research stay at the Hazards Vulnerability & Resilience Institute, University of South Carolina, Columbia, United States of America, from 01/04/2023 to 30/06/2023, funded by the University of Castilla-La Mancha. During this three-month period, she conducted postdoctoral research, contributing to the institute’s work on hazards, vulnerability, and resilience. Additionally, Dr. Aroca has received prestigious grants and scholarships to support her academic and research endeavors. She was awarded an FPI Predoctoral Contract – Postdoctoral Orientation Period (POP) by the Spanish Ministry of Science and Innovation, Universities, on 01/08/2022, for a duration of one year, ending on 31/07/2023. This grant allowed her to pursue postdoctoral research at the University of Castilla-La Mancha, Faculty of Environmental Sciences and Biochemistry. Prior to this, she received an FPI Predoctoral Contract from the Spanish Ministry of Science and Innovation, Universities, on 01/08/2019, for a duration of three years, ending on 31/07/2022, to support her pre-doctoral research at the same institution. Moreover, Dr. Aroca has been recognized as an Assistant Professor by Spain’s National Agency for Quality Assessment and Accreditation (ANECA) on 28/10/2022, highlighting her academic achievements and expertise in her field. These achievements demonstrate her commitment to research excellence and academic advancement.

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📚Publications :

Construction of an integrated social vulnerability index in urban areas prone to flash flooding

Authors: E Aroca-Jimenez, JM Bodoque, JA Garcia, A Diez-Herrero

Citations: 84

Year: 2017

A quantitative methodology for the assessment of the regional economic vulnerability to flash floods

Authors: E Aroca-Jiménez, JM Bodoque, JA García, A Díez-Herrero

Citations: 54

Year: 2018

How to construct and validate an Integrated Socio-Economic Vulnerability Index: Implementation at regional scale in urban areas prone to flash flooding

Authors: E Aroca-Jiménez, JM Bodoque, JA García

Citations: 44

Year: 2020

Flood damage analysis: First floor elevation uncertainty resulting from LiDAR-derived digital surface models

Authors: JM Bodoque, C Guardiola-Albert, E Aroca-Jiménez, MÁ Eguibar

Citations: 37

Year: 2016

Holistic characterization of flash flood vulnerability: Construction and validation of an integrated multidimensional vulnerability index

Authors: E Aroca-Jiménez, JM Bodoque, JA García, JE Figueroa-García

Citations: 16

Year: 2022

Analysing flash flood risk perception through a geostatistical approach in the village of Navaluenga, Central Spain

Authors: C Guardiola‐Albert, A Díez‐Herrero, M Amerigo Cuervo‐Arango

Citations: 11

Year: 2020

Developing reliable urban flood hazard mapping from LiDAR data

Authors: JM Bodoque, E Aroca-Jiménez, MÁ Eguibar, JA García

Citations: 6

Year: 2023

Analysis of social vulnerability to flash floods in Urban Areas of Castilla y León (Spain)

Authors: E Aroca-Jimenez, JM Bodoque, JA Garcia, A Diez-Herrero

Citations: 6

Year: 2016

An Integrated Multidimensional Resilience Index for urban areas prone to flash floods: Development and validation

Authors: E Aroca-Jiménez, JM Bodoque, JA García

Citations: 2

Year: 2023

The relationship between the variables “main floor of houses with respect to their urban surroundings” and models for the estimation of economic losses owing to floods

Authors: JG Revilla, AD Herrero, E Aroca-Jiménez, JMB del Pozo, NB Folia

Citations: 2

Year: 2018