Fabricio Leandro Damasceno | Ecology | Best Scholar Award

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Mr. Fabricio Leandro Damasceno | Ecology | Best Scholar Award

PhD at Universidade do Estado do Rio de Janeiro | Brazil

Mr. Fabricio Leandro Damasceno is an emerging environmental scholar and PhD student at the Universidade do Estado do Rio de Janeiro, specializing in ecology, environmental geoscience, and geochemistry. His academic journey reflects a strong foundation in geological and environmental sciences, with advanced training in the application of geotechnologies for ecological monitoring and environmental analysis. Professionally, he has contributed to multiple research initiatives addressing marine and coastal ecosystem health, particularly in southeastern Brazil, focusing on Guanabara, Sepetiba, and Ilha Grande Bays. His research interests center on ecological quality assessment, environmental pollution, biogeochemical processes, and the use of living benthic foraminifera as bioindicators for ecosystem evaluation. Equipped with strong research skills in geochemical analysis, biomonitoring, isotopic modeling, and ecological data interpretation, he effectively integrates field observations with laboratory-based methods to provide holistic environmental insights. Damasceno’s works published in high-impact journals such as Environmental Pollution, Chemosphere, and Marine Environmental Research demonstrate his innovative approach to environmental diagnostics. He has been recognized for his scholarly contributions and collaboration in advancing ecological assessment frameworks in Brazil. Overall, his research and academic achievements reflect a deep commitment to sustainable coastal management and the development of reliable tools for environmental decision-making.

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Featured Publications

Nunes, M., Martins, M. V. A., Frontalini, F., Bouchet, V. M. P., Francescangeli, F., & Damasceno, F. L. (2023). Inferring the ecological quality status based on living benthic foraminiferal indices in transitional areas of the Guanabara Bay (SE Brazil). Environmental Pollution, 320, 121003.

Damasceno, F. L., Martins, M. V. A., Frontalini, F., Pawlowski, J., Cermakova, K., & others. (2024). Assessment of the ecological quality status of the Sepetiba Bay (SE Brazil): When metabarcoding meets morphology on foraminifera. Marine Environmental Research, 195, 106340.

Damasceno, F. L., Martins, M. V. A., Senez-Mello, T. M., Santos, L. G. C., & others. (2024). Potential ecological risk by metals in Sepetiba Bay (SE Brazil): Exporting metals to the oceanic region. Journal of South American Earth Sciences, 141, 104934.

Senez-Mello, T. M., Martins, M. V. A., de Lima Ferreira, P. A., Figueira, R., & Damasceno, F. L. (2024). Assessment of anthropogenic pollution in Guanabara Bay (SE Brazil) through biogeochemical data and stable isotope mixing models. Environmental Science and Pollution Research, 31(22), 32972–32997.

Ferreira, F. L. D., & da Silva, T. P. (2019). Avaliação morfotectônica com base em assimetria de bacias de drenagem em um setor da depressão topográfica do Rio Pomba (Palma/MG–RJ). Revista Multidisciplinar Mundo Livre (UFF-Campos), 5(2).

Mehdi Bibak | Ecology | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Mehdi Bibak | Ecology | Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor at Persian Gulf University | Iran

Assist. Prof. Dr. Mehdi Bibak is a dedicated environmental scientist and faculty member at Persian Gulf University, Iran, specializing in marine ecology and pollution assessment. He holds a Ph.D. in Marine Ecology, with a strong academic foundation in environmental monitoring, bioremediation, and ecological risk analysis. Over his academic journey, Dr. Bibak has authored 22 scientific documents cited by 134 publications, achieving an h-index of 9, reflecting the impact and consistency of his research. His professional experience spans over a decade of teaching, research supervision, and leadership in projects addressing heavy metal contamination, nutrient reduction, and sustainable ecosystem management in the Persian Gulf region. His research interests encompass marine pollution modeling, biosorption using algae, and environmental data analytics based on entropy and information-theoretic approaches. Dr. Bibak’s research skills include advanced analytical techniques for metal quantification, data-driven ecological modeling, and interdisciplinary collaboration across environmental and marine sciences. He has published in reputed Scopus- and SCI-indexed journals such as Deep Sea Research Part II and Environmental Science and Pollution Research. Recognized for his scholarly excellence and contributions to marine environmental protection, Dr. Bibak’s ongoing work continues to support regional sustainability goals and inspire future researchers dedicated to preserving aquatic ecosystems.

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Featured Publications

Bibak, M., Sattari, M., Agharokh, A., Tahmasebi, S., & Imanpour Namin, J. (2018). Assessing some heavy metals pollutions in sediments of the northern Persian Gulf (Bushehr province). Environmental Health Engineering and Management Journal, 5(3), 175–179.

Raeisi, H., Daliri, M., Paighambari, S. Y., Shabani, M. J., Bibak, M., & Davoodi, R. (2011). Length-weight relationships, condition factors and relative weight of five fish species of Bushehr waters, Northern Persian Gulf. African Journal of Biotechnology, 10(82), 19181–19186.

Bibak, M., Sattari, M., Tahmasebi, S., Kafaei, R., Sorial, G. A., & Ramavandi, B. (2021). Trace and major elements concentration in fish and associated sediment–seawater, northern shores of the Persian Gulf. Biological Trace Element Research, 199(7), 2717–2729.

Sattari, M., Bibak, M., Bakhshalizadeh, S., & Forouhar Vajargah, M. (2020). Element accumulations in liver and kidney tissues of some bony fish species in the Southwest Caspian Sea. Journal of Cell and Molecular Research, 12(1), 33–40.

Agharokh, A., Taleshi, M. S., Bibak, M., Rasta, M., Torabi Jafroudi, H., … (2022). Assessing the relationship between the abundance of microplastics in sediments, surface waters, and fish in the Iran southern shores. Environmental Science and Pollution Research, 29(13), 18546–18558.

Shakil Zeb | Ecology | Best Scholar Award

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Mr. Shakil Zeb | Ecology | Best Scholar Award

PhD Scholar at Quaid-i-Azam University Islamabad | Pakistan

Mr. Shakil Zeb, a promising scholar at Quaid-i-Azam University Islamabad, Pakistan, specializes in plant ecology, conservation, and riparian vegetation studies. He earned his M.Phil. in Plant Sciences (2020) and M.Sc. in Botany (2017) from Quaid-i-Azam University, and holds additional degrees in Education from Allama Iqbal Open University. His research experience spans field data collection, plant identification, herbarium specimen processing, soil analysis, GIS mapping, and statistical analysis using PCORD and CANCOO, alongside laboratory expertise in PCR, atomic absorption spectrometry, and nanodrop systems. With 6 published documents, cited 40 times across 39 citing documents, and an h-index of 3, he has contributed to studies on riparian vegetation classification, ethnobotany, wild edible mushrooms, and carbon sequestration in the Hindukush-Himalaya region. Mr. Zeb has actively participated in international symposia, poster presentations, workshops, and volunteer initiatives, demonstrating strong leadership, communication, and academic engagement. He has received multiple recognitions for research contributions, academic excellence, and community involvement. His expertise and interdisciplinary skills indicate strong potential for producing high-impact publications, expanding international collaborations, and advancing applied research in ecology. With a commitment to conservation and sustainable resource management, Mr. Shakil Zeb is poised to become a leading researcher and mentor, contributing significantly to ecological science and environmental sustainability at both national and global levels.

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Featured Publications

Zeb, S. A., Khan, S. M., Ahmad, Z., & Abdullah. (2021). Phytogeographic elements and vegetation along the river Panjkora—Classification and ordination studies from the Hindu Kush Mountains range. The Botanical Review, 87(4), 518–542.

Ahmad, Z., Khan, S. M., Afza, R., Ullah, A., Zeb, S. A., Issayeva, K. S., & Bekzatqyzy, I. S. (2023). Angiosperms distribution under the influence of microclimatic factors across a polluted ecosystem. Journal of Hazardous Materials Advances, 9, 100223.

Muhammad Shakeel Khan, F. M. S. A., Shujaul Mulk Khan, S. M.*, Abdullah, & Liu, J. (2025). Ecological assessment of Iris hookeriana across subalpine and alpine regions of the Hindu-Himalayas. Frontiers in Forests and Global Change, 8, 1–15.

Abdullah. (2021). Phytogeographic elements and vegetation along the River Panjkora—Classification and ordination studies from the Hindu Kush Mountains range. Botanical Review, 1–25.

Bashir ud Din, N. Z. S. A. Z., Hadi, F., Zahoor ul Haq, Z., Ahmed, M., Abbas, M., … & Zeb, S. A. (2020). Ethno botanical perspective of medicinal plants in Mulkhow Valley District Upper Chitral, Pakistan. Academic Journal of Plant Sciences, 13(1), 15–22.

Romina Sayahnia | Ecology | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Romina Sayahnia | Ecology | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor at Shahid Beheshti University | Iran

Assistant Professor Dr. Romina Sayahnia is a distinguished scholar in the field of ecology and environmental planning, currently serving at the Department of Environmental Planning and Design, Environmental Sciences Research Institute, Shahid Beheshti University, Iran. She holds a Ph.D. in Environmental Planning (2012) from the University of Tehran, where her dissertation focused on ecological capability evaluation for urban development, preceded by an M.Sc. in Environmental Planning, Management and Education (2002) and a B.Sc. in Green Space and Landscape Engineering (1998), both completed with top distinction. With nearly two decades of professional academic experience, she has made impactful contributions to sustainable urban development, ecological modeling, and resilience studies. Her research interests include carrying capacity analysis, spatial planning, GIS/RS applications, environmental modeling, and resilience frameworks, with practical applications in both urban and natural ecosystems. Dr. Sayahnia has developed strong research skills in ecological capability modeling, spatial analysis, and interdisciplinary environmental planning, applying these in 10 completed or ongoing research projects and five consultancy or industry projects. She has published 19 documents, which have received 170 citations from 161 different documents, reflecting her growing recognition in the international research community. A committed academic leader, she is an active member of the Iranian Association for Environmental Assessment (IAEA) and engages with professional and community initiatives to advance environmental sustainability. Though not yet decorated with international awards, her consistent scholarly achievements and professional service mark her as an emerging leader in her field. In conclusion, Dr. Sayahnia’s academic excellence, impactful publications, and commitment to ecological resilience and sustainable planning establish her as a highly deserving candidate for international recognition and awards in ecology and environmental sciences.

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Featured Publications

Mokhtari, Z., Barghjelveh, S., Sayahnia, R., Karami, P., Qureshi, S., & Russo, A. (2022). Spatial pattern of the green heat sink using patch-and network-based analysis: Implication for urban temperature alleviation. Sustainable Cities and Society, 83, 103964.

Ebrahimi, E., Sayahnia, R., Ranjbaran, Y., Vaissi, S., & Ahmadzadeh, F. (2021). Dynamics of threatened mammalian distribution in Iran’s protected areas under climate change. Mammalian Biology, 101(6), 759–774.

Mir, A., Sobhani, P., & Sayahnia, R. (2022). Assessment of the ecological footprint associated with consumption resources and urbanization development in Sistan and Baluchestan province, Iran. Results in Engineering, 16, 100673.

Mahmoudi, H., Sayahnia, R., Esmaeilzadeh, H., & Azadi, H. (2018). Integrating resilience assessment in environmental impact assessment. Integrated Environmental Assessment and Management, 14(5), 567–570.

Ebrahimi, E., Ranjbaran, Y., Sayahnia, R., & Ahmadzadeh, F. (2022). Assessing the climate change effects on the distribution pattern of the Azerbaijan Mountain Newt (Neurergus crocatus). Ecological Complexity, 50, 100997.

Faizul Haq | Ecology | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Faizul Haq | Ecology | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor at GDC Battagram/Higher Education Colleges| Pakistan

Dr. Faizul Haq, an Assistant Professor of Botany at GDC Battagram under the Higher Education Colleges, KPK, and affiliated with Hazara University, is an accomplished researcher whose academic and scientific contributions reflect a deep commitment to advancing ecological and botanical sciences. He earned his Ph.D. in Botany with a focus on taxonomy, biodiversity conservation, and ecological modeling, building a strong foundation for his professional career in teaching, supervision, and research. Over the years, Dr. Haq has gained significant recognition for his scholarly output, with 269 citations by 236 documents, 10 indexed publications, and an h-index of 7, reflecting both the reach and impact of his work. His research interests span plant taxonomy, ethnobotany, biodiversity conservation, medicinal plants, ecological monitoring, multivariate statistical analysis, and climate change–vegetation dynamics, areas in which he has made substantial contributions through books, peer-reviewed articles, and collaborative studies. Dr. Haq possesses extensive research skills in ecological survey design, species diversity assessment, statistical modeling, and environmental impact evaluation, which he has applied in numerous projects focusing on medicinal flora, habitat conservation, and biodiversity management. In addition to publications, he has contributed as a reviewer for scientific journals and is pursuing editorial roles, enhancing his academic leadership profile. His efforts have been acknowledged through professional recognition, authorship of multiple scientific works, and involvement in community-based conservation initiatives. In conclusion, Dr. Haq’s combination of research productivity, academic mentorship, and commitment to biodiversity conservation positions him as a promising researcher whose future contributions will continue to strengthen ecological sustainability and botanical sciences globally.

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Featured Publications

Haq, F., Ahmad, H., & Alam, M. (2011). Traditional uses of medicinal plants of Nandiar Khuwarr catchment (District Battagram), Pakistan. Journal of Medicinal Plants Research, 5(1), 39–48. Cited by: 264

Haq, F. (2012). The ethnobotanical uses of medicinal plants of Allai Valley, Western Himalaya, Pakistan. International Journal of Plant Research, 2(1), 21–34. Cited by: 88

Haq, F., Ahmad, H., Alam, M., Ahmad, I., & Ullah, R. (2010). Species diversity of vascular plants of Nandiar Valley, Western Himalaya, Pakistan. Pakistan Journal of Botany, 42(87), 213–229. Cited by: 66

Haq, F., Ahmad, H., Iqbal, Z., Alam, M., & Aksoy, A. (2017). Multivariate approach to the classification and ordination of the forest ecosystem of Nandiar Valley, Western Himalayas. Ecological Indicators, 80, 232–241. Cited by: 44

Haq, F. (2014). The critically endangered flora and fauna of District Battagram, Pakistan. Advances in Life Sciences, 2(4), 118–123.