Saghar Hashem | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Saghar Hashem | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Saghar Hashem, Auckland University of Technology, New Zealand

Dr. Saghar Hashemi is a sustainable architect and researcher at Auckland University of Technology, New Zealand, specializing in sustainability, renewable energy design, and climate adaptation. With a PhD focused on microclimate analysis and outdoor thermal comfort, her expertise includes carbon emissions analysis, energy simulations, and life cycle assessments. She has over four years of experience in sustainable architecture, working on industrial and academic projects. Dr. Hashemi is committed to advancing sustainability in construction through innovative research and practical solutions.

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Summary:

Dr. Saghar Hashemi’s contributions to sustainable architecture, renewable energy, and climate adaptation are remarkable. Her research addresses critical global challenges, blending theoretical innovation with practical application. With expertise in thermal comfort, carbon analysis, and energy simulations, she has made meaningful advancements in the field of sustainable design. Her industry and teaching experience further solidify her ability to bridge academia and practice effectively.

 

🎓 Education

Saghar Hashemi holds a Doctor of Philosophy from Auckland University of Technology, New Zealand (2021-2024), where her research focused on analyzing microclimate conditions and improving outdoor thermal comfort. Her PhD work included analyzing global warming potential, embodied carbon, life cycle assessments, environmental impact of materials on climate change, thermal and energy simulations, and developing climate adaptation plans. She also earned an MSc in Architectural Engineering from Islamic Azad University, Iran (2015-2017), with a thesis on designing a cultural complex inspired by traditional Iranian bazaars. Her educational journey began with a BSc in Architectural Engineering from Islamic Azad University, Iran (2011-2015), where she worked on designing a residential complex featuring diverse housing types.

 

đź’ĽExperience

Saghar is currently a Sustainability Coordinator at Thermosash Ltd. in Auckland, New Zealand, where she leads sustainability initiatives in facade design and construction projects. Her responsibilities include performing embodied carbon calculations, operational energy analysis, and ensuring compliance with New Zealand’s sustainability standards. Prior to this, she worked as a Teaching Assistant at Auckland University of Technology (2022-2023), guiding students in the use of Revit for sustainable design and teaching concepts of asset and facilities management. From 2018 to 2021, she was a Sustainable Architectural Designer at SepantaAgrin.Co in Iran, where she conducted energy, daylight, and glare analyses, performed thermal studies, and improved building energy efficiency through CFD analysis.

 

🔬Research Focus

Her research centers on sustainability and renewable energy in architecture, with a focus on mitigating construction’s impact on climate change. Key areas include carbon emissions analysis, energy simulations, embodied carbon, life cycle assessments, thermal comfort evaluations, and developing climate adaptation strategies. Her work demonstrates a strong commitment to addressing global warming and enhancing sustainable design practices.

 

Awards

Saghar has achieved significant academic recognition, authoring multiple research papers in high-impact journals and contributing to the field of outdoor thermal comfort and sustainability. Her publications include studies on wind speed analysis, outdoor thermal risk mapping, and climate change impacts on thermal comfort patterns. She remains committed to advancing sustainable practices through her research and professional endeavors.

Skills

Saghar has a comprehensive skill set that includes embodied carbon analysis, energy simulations, thermal comfort assessments, and climate adaptation planning. She excels in conceptual, developed, and detailed architectural design, and is proficient in utilizing tools such as Revit and Excel for building simulations. Her expertise extends to project management, where she ensures the successful delivery of projects by managing timelines, budgets, and deliverables while fostering collaboration across diverse teams.

Publications

Title: The Impacts of Historical and Future Climate Change Projections on the Outdoor Thermal Comfort Patterns of Auckland, New Zealand
Authors: Hashemi, S., Ghaffarianhoseini, A., Ghaffarianhoseini, A., Berardi, U., Rahimian, F.
Year: 2025
Source: Lecture Notes in Civil Engineering, Vol. 553 LNCE, pp. 209–217
Citations: 0

Title: Summer Outdoor Thermal Risk Area Mapping on a University Campus in Auckland, New Zealand
Authors: Hashemi, S., Ghaffarianhoseini, A., Ghaffarianhoseini, A., Sailor, D., Berardi, U.
Year: 2024
Source: Architectural Science Review
Citations: 0

Title: Pedestrian-Level Wind Speed Analysis: A Case Study
Authors: Hashemi, S., Ghaffarianhoseini, A., Ghaffarianhoseini, A., Santamouris, M., Kikumoto, H.
Year: 2024
Source: Architectural Science Review
Citations: 1

Title: A Systematic Review of Microclimate and Outdoor Thermal Comfort Studies in Australia and New Zealand
Authors: Hashemi, S., Ghaffarianhoseini, A., Ghaffarianhoseini, A., Naismith, N., Jamei, E.
Year: 2024
Source: Smart and Sustainable Built Environment
Citations: 0

Conclusion:

Dr. Saghar Hashemi is a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award. Her innovative contributions, interdisciplinary collaborations, and focus on solving real-world problems make her a deserving contender. While further expanding her outreach and funding initiatives could enhance her profile, her existing achievements demonstrate significant merit and promise for future impact in sustainable architecture and environmental research.

Yajuan Zhu | Ecology and Conservation | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Yajuan Zhu | Ecology and Conservation | Best Researcher Award

 Prof. Yajuan Zhu, Chinese Academy of Forestry, China

Prof. Yajuan Zhu is a Research Professor at the Institute of Ecological Conservation and Restoration, Chinese Academy of Forestry, China. Her work focuses on desert ecology, biodiversity maintenance, and sustainable land management. With over 15 years of experience, Prof. Zhu has contributed extensively to understanding water use strategies, vegetation stability, and desertification control. She has authored numerous research publications, including in top-tier journals, and is renowned for her innovative approach to ecological restoration and conservation in arid regions.

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Summary:

Prof. Yajuan Zhu exemplifies the qualities of a leading researcher in ecology. Her extensive contributions to understanding and mitigating desertification, coupled with her robust academic output, make her an outstanding candidate for the Best Researcher Award. Her ability to address critical environmental challenges through innovative and collaborative efforts highlights her as a global leader in ecological science.

 

🎓 Education

Yajuan Zhu is a distinguished Research Professor with a robust academic foundation in desert ecology and land desertification control. She completed her postdoctoral research on land desertification control at the Research Institute of Forestry, Chinese Academy of Forestry, from July 2007 to July 2009.

 

đź’ĽExperience

With over 15 years of professional experience, Yajuan Zhu has advanced from Assistant Research Professor at the Chinese Academy of Forestry to her current role as Research Professor. She has contributed to various high-impact projects, including studies on plant biodiversity, desertification control, and vegetation stability mechanisms.

 

🔬Research Focus

Yajuan Zhu specializes in desert ecology, emphasizing water use strategies, seed ecology of desert plants, and desertification control. Her research employs cutting-edge stable isotope techniques to explore water cycles and plant interactions in arid ecosystems, contributing to biodiversity conservation and ecological restoration.

 

Awards

Recognized for her outstanding contributions, Yajuan Zhu has been a prominent nominee for the prestigious Best Researcher Award by the Environmental Scientists Organization. She has achieved significant milestones in her field, contributing to sustainable management and conservation strategies.

 

Skills

Yajuan Zhu possesses expertise in desert ecology, plant adaptation strategies, biodiversity maintenance, and land desertification control. Her methodological proficiency includes stable isotope technology, plant-water interactions, and ecological monitoring.

 

Publications

1. The Annual Dynamics of the Water Source of an Ammopiptanthus mongolicus Community in the Gobi Desert of the Mongolian Plateau
  • Publication: Forests
  • Year: 2024
  • Citation Count: 0
  • Authors: Zhu, Y.; Wang, G.; Xin, Z.; Wang, A.; Ma, Y.

 

2. Difference of Water Source of Two Ammopiptanthus mongolicus Communities in Ulan Buh Desert, China
  • Publication: Chinese Journal of Applied Ecology
  • Year: 2024
  • Citation Count: 0
  • Authors: Wang, A.; Zhu, Y.; Ma, Y.; Liu, H.; Li, X.

 

3. Response of Seed Germination and Seedling Emergence of Haloxylon ammodendron to Rain Frequency and Temperature Change from Four Desert Ecosystems, Northwest China
  • Publication: AoB PLANTS
  • Year: 2023
  • Citation Count: 2
  • Authors: Zhu, Y.; Jia, Z.; Wang, G.; Ji, X.; Luo, Q.

 

4. Water Use Strategy of Ammopiptanthus mongolicus Community in a Drought Year on the Mongolian Plateau
  • Publication: Journal of Plant Ecology
  • Year: 2020
  • Citation Count: 11
  • Authors: Zhu, Y.-J.; Wang, G.-J.; Xin, Z.-M.

 

5. Water Utilization Strategy of Three Soil and Water Conservation Trees on Ordos Plateau, China
  • Publication: Ying Yong Sheng Tai Xue Bao (Journal of Applied Ecology)
  • Year: 2020
  • Citation Count: 2
  • Authors: Xu, S.-H.; Zhu, Y.-J.; Wu, C.-X.; Li, Y.

 

6. Rainwater Use Process of Caragana intermedia in Semi-Arid Zone, Tibetan Plateau
  • Publication: Frontiers in Earth Science
  • Year: 2020
  • Citation Count: 7
  • Authors: Zhu, Y.; Wang, G.

 

7. A Rainfall Enrichment System Suitable for Open Field Experiments in Arid and Semi-Arid Ecosystems
  • Publication: Lilloa
  • Year: 2020
  • Citation Count: 0
  • Authors: Xin, Z.; Qian, J.; Busso, C.A.; Li, Y.; Lu, Q.

 

8. Effects of Precipitation on Clonal Plant Distribution on Ordos Plateau
  • Publication: Shengtai Xuebao
  • Year: 2020
  • Citation Count: 2
  • Authors: Zhu, Y.; Ye, X.; Chu, Y.; Gao, S.; Dong, M.

 

9. Water Source of Salix cheilophila Plantation in Alpine Sandy Land in Summer
  • Publication: Journal of Nanjing Forestry University (Natural Sciences Edition)
  • Year: 2019
  • Citation Count: 1
  • Authors: Zhu, Y.; Qi, K.; Pang, Z.

 

10. Root Distribution Characteristics of Ammopiptanthus mongolicus Community in Ulan Buh Desert
  • Publication: Pratacultural Science
  • Year: 2019
  • Citation Count: 3
  • Authors: Kai, Q.; Zhiming, X.; Jingbo, Z.; Yajuan, Z.

 

Conclusion:

Prof. Zhu is highly suitable for the Research for Best Researcher Award. Her significant achievements in desert ecology and ecological restoration, paired with her consistent academic excellence, position her as a deserving recipient of this honor. Addressing areas like industry collaboration and policy advocacy could further enhance her impact and strengthen future applications.