Djillali BENOUAR | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Djillali BENOUAR | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Djillali BENOUAR, Algerian Academy of Sciences and Technologies , Algeria

Prof. Dr. Djillali Benouar is a distinguished professor and researcher affiliated with the Algerian Academy of Sciences and Technologies. He is a leading expert in earthquake engineering, disaster risk reduction, and civil engineering. With decades of experience, he has made significant contributions to seismic hazard assessment, structural resilience, and disaster management in Algeria and beyond. Prof. Benouar has authored numerous scientific publications and has been actively involved in national and international research projects aimed at improving disaster preparedness and mitigation strategies.

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Summary:

Prof. Dr. Djillali Benouar is a highly accomplished researcher with significant contributions to earthquake engineering and disaster risk management. His scientific publications, interdisciplinary collaborations, and commitment to public safety make him a strong candidate for a Best Researcher Award. While his citation impact and global outreach could be further enhanced, his work remains highly valuable for disaster resilience and infrastructure safety.

 

🎓 Education

Professor Djillali Benouar holds a Ph.D. in Engineering Seismology from Imperial College, University of London, with a Diploma of Imperial College (DIC), focusing on the seismicity of Algeria and adjacent regions during the twentieth century. He earned his Master of Science degree in Civil Engineering (Earthquake Engineering) from Stanford University, USA, and pursued post-master courses. Additionally, he was a Visiting Professor at the Institute of Industrial Science, University of Tokyo, Japan.

 

💼Experience

With 42 years of teaching experience, Professor Benouar has supervised 15 Magister theses and seven Doctorate theses. He has held multiple leadership roles, including serving as President of the Scientific Committee at USTHB for three terms, a member of the Scientific Council at USTHB for four terms, and Director of the Built Environment Research Laboratory for four terms. He has also been a member of the expert national research committee at the Ministry of Habitat for five terms. He has played a crucial role in organizing international conferences and has been an editor and editorial board member for multiple scientific journals, including serving as Editor-in-Chief of the Oxford Research Encyclopedia of Natural Hazards Science.

🔬Research Focus

His research expertise lies in engineering seismology, earthquake engineering, disaster risk reduction, seismic hazard assessment, and vulnerability analysis. He has led several international research projects related to earthquake risk mitigation, seismic hazards, and resilience-building. His work has contributed significantly to advancing university action on risk and vulnerability reduction in Africa.

 

Awards

He has received prestigious international awards, including recognition from Thomson Reuters and the UNESCO Global Alliance for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNESCO-GADR). His contributions to disaster resilience and seismic hazard research have been widely acknowledged in global academic and policy-making circles.

 

Skills

He is fluent in Arabic, English, and French, using all three as working languages. His expertise spans engineering seismology, earthquake engineering, risk and disaster management, seismic hazard assessment, resilience planning, and policy advisory roles in disaster risk reduction. His extensive experience in research, academic leadership, and international consultancy makes him a leading figure in his field.

 

Publications

  • S.J. Beaven, D. Benouar, M.R. Bhatt, T.D. Gibson, L.A. Peek (2023). “Disasters: Deconstructed on 11th of June 2021.” Disaster Prevention and Management: An International Journal. 0 citations

 

  • R. Souici, Y. Ait-Meziane, D. Benouar (2021). “Identification of vibration direction of existing buildings using ambient vibration noise tests.” Arabian Journal of Geosciences. 1 citation

 

  • B. Benfarhat, D. Benouar, S. Cartier (2020). “Perception of seismic design by architects in Algeria.” Jamba: Journal of Disaster Risk Studies. 0 citations

 

  • A. Benmokhtar, D. Benouar, A. Rahmoune (2020). “Modeling the propagation of the effects of a disturbance in a critical infrastructure system to increase its resilience.” Urbanism. Architecture. Constructions. 4 citations

Conclusion:

Prof. Dr. Djillali Benouar is a suitable candidate for the Best Researcher Award. If he strengthens his international research impact and citation count, his profile will become even stronger.

Changlin Zhan | Pollution | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Changlin Zhan | Pollution | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Changlin Zhan, Hubei Polytechnic University, China

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Changlin Zhan is a respected academic at Hubei Polytechnic University, China, specializing in materials science and environmental sustainability. His research focuses on resource efficiency and pollution control, and he has published extensively in leading scientific journals. Known for his dedication to teaching and mentorship, Dr. Zhan is highly regarded by students and peers alike for his contributions to science and education.

 

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Summary:

Dr. Changlin Zhan’s background and expertise make him a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award. His work on pollution, black carbon, and heavy metals contributes to understanding industrial impacts on environmental and public health. His contributions are grounded in rigorous science, and he demonstrates an ability to publish impactful research that addresses critical environmental issues in China and beyond.

 

🎓 Education

Dr. Zhan holds a Bachelor of Science in Urban and Rural Planning & Resource Management from Henan Polytechnic University, a Master of Science in Environmental Science from Wuhan University of Technology, and a Ph.D. in Earth and Human Settlements Science and Engineering from Xi’an Jiaotong University.

💼Experience

Dr. Zhan currently serves as an Associate Professor in the School of Environmental Science & Engineering at Hubei Polytechnic University. Since 2013, he has advanced from a lecturer to his present role, leading research projects, mentoring students, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams on various environmental studies, especially concerning pollution in Central China.

🔬Research Focus

Dr. Zhan’s research primarily explores the historical accumulation and sources of black carbon and heavy metals in lake sediments and atmospheric dust. His work extends to assessing pollution levels and the health risks posed by heavy metals in urban environments, contributing valuable insights into the environmental impacts of industrial activities and the spatial distribution of pollutants in Central China.

🏆Awards

Dr. Zhan has contributed significantly to environmental science literature, publishing widely on pollution and public health, and is recognized for his rigorous analysis of pollutant distribution and impacts on ecosystems. His publications appear in top environmental journals, reflecting his esteemed contributions to environmental health research.

Skills

Dr. Changlin Zhan specializes in environmental science, with expertise in analyzing black carbon, heavy metals, and various pollutants in sediments, dust, and atmospheric particles. He demonstrates proficiency in laboratory techniques for quantifying environmental pollutants and health risk assessment, applying advanced analytical methods to examine complex ecological data, and proficiently handling large datasets to model pollutant distributions.

 

Publications

  • Assessing Bioavailability Risks of Heavy Metals in Polymetallic Mining Regions: A Comprehensive Analysis of Soils with Varied Land Uses
    Authors: Liu, S., Li, Y., Zhan, C., Fang, L., Wang, Y.
    Year: 2024
    Journal: Environmental Monitoring and Assessment, 196(10), 975.

 

  • Distribution, Sources, and Burial Flux of Black Carbon in Sediment of Daye Lake, Central China
    Authors: Zhan, C., Han, Y., Zhang, J., Xiao, W., Cao, J.
    Year: 2024
    Journal: International Journal of Sediment Research, 39(5), 750–760.

 

  • Sources and Factors Influencing Lacustrine Carbon Burial Over the Last Century: Case Study of Yinjia Lake, Central China
    Authors: Zhan, C., Wan, D., Han, Y., Xiao, W., Cao, J.
    Year: 2024
    Journal: Journal of Paleolimnology, 72(3), 283–298.

 

  • Educational Approaches for Integrating Advanced Environmental Remediation Technologies into Environmental Engineering: The ‘Four Styles’ Model
    Authors: Liu, S., Zhang, J., Tao, M., Li, Y., Liu, X.
    Year: 2024
    Journal: Processes, 12(8), 1569.

 

  • A Review on the Analytical Methods, Chemical Structures, Distribution Characteristics, Sources, and Biogeochemical Processes of Dissolved Black Carbon
    Authors: Zhan, C., Shu, A., Han, Y., Cao, J., Liu, X.
    Year: 2024
    Journal: Environmental Reviews, 32(2), 186–202.

 

  • Seasonal Distributions and Possible Sources of Low Molecular Weight Organic Acids in PM2.5 from a Typical Mining City after Decade Green Mining Developing in Southeastern Hubei, Central China
    Authors: Liu, S., Kawamura, K., Kunwar, B., Zhang, J., Quan, J.
    Year: 2024
    Journal: Atmospheric Environment, 325, 120455.

 

  • Increased Black Carbon (Soot) Accumulation during the Anthropocene in a Less-Developed Region of Xinjiang, Northwestern China
    Authors: Lei, D., Han, Y., Zhan, C., Zhang, J., Li, J.
    Year: 2024
    Journal: Anthropocene, 45, 100425.

 

  • Unveiling the Spatial Patterns and Potential Sources of Black Carbon in Lake Sediments from Diverse Developing Areas in a Representative Mining and Metallurgy Region of Central China
    Authors: Xiao, Z., Yu, L., Li, J., Wang, Y., Liu, S.
    Year: 2024
    Journal: Journal of Soils and Sediments, 24(2), 970–979.

 

  • Source-Based Health Risk Assessment of Heavy Metal Contamination in Soil: A Case Study from a Polymetallic Mining Region in Southeastern Hubei, Central China
    Authors: Li, Y., Liu, S., Zhan, C., Fang, L., Wang, Y.
    Year: 2024
    Journal: Environmental Geochemistry and Health, 46(1), 12.

 

  • Source-Specific Health Risk of PM2.5-Bound Metals in a Typical Industrial City, Central China, 2021–2022
    Authors: Liu, Z., Zhan, C., Liu, H., Zhang, J., Qu, C.
    Year: 2023
    Journal: Atmosphere, 14(9), 1406.

 

 

Conclusion:

Dr. Zhan’s research achievements, coupled with his commitment to addressing urgent environmental challenges, position him as a deserving candidate for the Best Researcher Award. While expanding his focus and enhancing policy engagement would further his impact, his contributions to environmental science and pollution studies already stand out in their scientific merit and societal importance.