Runze Tian | Soil Science | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Runze Tian | Soil Science | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Runze Tian, Beijing jiaotong university, China

Dr. Runze Tian is a researcher at Beijing Jiaotong University, China, specializing in frozen soil mechanics, hydrothermal coupling simulations, and geotechnical engineering. His work focuses on developing advanced computational models, including the modified h-form hydrothermal coupling simulation method, to enhance the understanding of soil behavior in extreme conditions. Dr. Tian’s expertise includes numerical analysis, soil behavior modeling, and engineering simulations, contributing to advancements in geotechnical research.

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Dr. Runze Tian has made significant strides in the field of frozen soil mechanics and hydrothermal coupling simulations. His research is well-recognized and has contributed to understanding soil behavior under extreme conditions. While his technical expertise and contributions are commendable, expanding research collaborations and industry applications could further solidify his reputation.

🎓 Education

Tian Runze is affiliated with Beijing Jiaotong University, located in Beijing, China. His academic background is rooted in engineering and geotechnical studies, focusing on frozen soil research and hydrothermal coupling simulation methods.

💼Experience

Tian Runze has been engaged in research and academic projects related to geotechnical engineering, frozen soil mechanics, and computational simulations. His expertise lies in developing and refining hydrothermal coupling simulation methods, particularly for frozen soil applications.

🔬Research Focus

His primary research interests include frozen soil mechanics, hydrothermal coupling simulations, geotechnical engineering, and computational modeling. His notable work on the “modified h-form hydrothermal coupling simulation method for frozen soil” demonstrates his commitment to advancing the understanding of soil behavior under extreme conditions.

🛠️Skills

His technical skill set includes hydrothermal simulation modeling, computational mechanics, numerical analysis, and soil behavior analysis. He is proficient in applying advanced engineering methodologies to improve the accuracy of frozen soil behavior predictions.

🏆Awards

Tian Runze has contributed to innovative research in frozen soil mechanics and hydrothermal simulation, which may have earned him recognition within academic and engineering communities. Specific awards or distinctions related to his work would highlight his contributions to the field.

📚 Publications

Title: A modified h-form hydrothermal coupling simulation method for frozen soil
Author(s): Tian, R., Li, X., Li, X., Wang, S., & Wang, Q.
Year: 2025
Journal: Computers and Geotechnics

Conclusion:

Dr. Runze Tian is a highly suitable candidate for the Best Researcher Award. With continued advancements in broader geotechnical fields and international collaborations, he can further enhance his contributions and strengthen his standing in the global research community.

Muhammad Akmal Hakim bin Hishammmuddin | Soil | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Muhammad Akmal Hakim bin Hishammmuddin | Soil | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Muhammad Akmal Hakim Bin, Tongji University, Malaysia

Muhammad Akmal Hakim Bin Hishammuddin is a Doctor of Engineering candidate at Tongji University, Shanghai, specializing in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), resilient coastal megacities, and urban sustainability. He holds an M.Phil. and a Bachelor’s degree in Urban and Regional Planning from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM). His research focuses on low-carbon cities, geo-environmental hazard control, spatial planning, and climate resilience. He has received multiple awards, including the Shanghai Government Scholarship and the Tongji University Presidential Award. Akmal is skilled in GIS, data analysis, sustainability assessment, and machine learning, contributing to international research collaborations on urban resilience and hazard risk assessment.

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Mr. Muhammad Akmal Hakim Bin Hishammuddin is a dedicated and accomplished researcher with a strong academic foundation, an impressive research portfolio, and international recognition. His work on GIS, smart cities, and sustainability has significant scientific and practical relevance. His interdisciplinary expertise and contributions to academia, research, and professional engagements position him as a deserving candidate for the Best Researcher Award.

🎓 Education

Muhammad Akmal Hakim Bin Hishammuddin is currently a Doctor of Engineering candidate in Civil Engineering & Architecture at Tongji University, Shanghai, specializing in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and urban engineering geology. He previously pursued a Ph.D. in Urban and Regional Planning at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM). He holds an M.Phil. in Urban and Regional Planning, a Bachelor of Urban and Regional Planning (Honours), and a Diploma in Urban and Regional Planning, all from UTM.

💼Experience

He has extensive research experience as a Graduate Research Assistant at the UTM-Low Carbon Asia Research Centre, contributing to low-carbon cities and sustainability assessment projects. As a full-time doctoral candidate at Tongji University, he researches land subsidence and spatial hazard risk planning, collaborating with international institutions like Utrecht University and ITB Bandung. He has also worked as a GIS Technician and a Town Planner Consultant, handling projects related to spatial analysis, land use planning, and geospatial mapping.

🔬Research Focus

His research interests span resilient coastal megacities, low-carbon cities, geo-environmental hazard control, sustainability assessment, smart cities, circular economy, hazard risk assessment, disaster risk reduction, spatial planning, urban engineering, and climate change mitigation.

🛠️Skills

He is proficient in GIS tools (ArcGIS Pro, QGIS, Google Earth), programming (Python, MATLAB), data analysis (SPSS, SEM, FEM), sustainability assessment (CASBEE, ExSS/AIM, CIRIS), and machine learning. His expertise also includes urban spatial planning, risk simulation, and geospatial analysis for climate resilience and economic sustainability.

🏆Awards

His accolades include the Shanghai Government Scholarship, the Tongji University International Student Volunteer Award, the Tongji University Presidential Award, and a Best Scientific Paper Award at the International Conference on Geosynthetics and Environmental Engineering. He has also received national recognition, such as the Silver Medal in the 1st Graduate Research Exhibition Competition at UTM.

📚 Publications

  • The Field Monitoring and Numerical Simulation of Spatiotemporal Effects During Deep Excavation in Mucky Soft Soil: A Case Study
    Year: 2025
    Journal: Applied Sciences
    Author: Muhammad Akmal Hakim Bin Hishammuddin

  • Structural Equation Modelling (SEM) for Economically Resilient Metro Tunnels Based-Urban Underground Space (UUS) Spatial Planning and Development in Subsiding Coastal Megacities by 2035 BaU in Shanghai and Jakarta: COVID-19 Period Analysed
    Year: 2024
    Journal: Lecture Notes in Civil Engineering
    Author: Muhammad Akmal Hakim Bin Hishammuddin

  • Towards Sustainable, Resilient and Adaptive Urban Underground Space (UUS) Exploration, Land Subsidence and Economic Impact Spatial Model (USEM) in Shanghai, P.R. China: Systematic Reviews, Model Framework, Initial Results and Pre-Determined Challenges
    Year: 2021
    Journal: IOP Conference Series: Earth and Environmental Science
    Author: Muhammad Akmal Hakim Bin Hishammuddin

  • Energy Demand and GHG Emissions by 2030: A Scenario Analysis Using Extended Snapshot Tool Towards Sustainable Low Carbon Emissions Development in Pengerang
    Year: 2019
    Journal: Chemical Engineering Transactions
    Author: Muhammad Akmal Hakim Bin Hishammuddin

  • Circular Economy (CE): A Framework Towards Sustainable Low Carbon Development in Pengerang, Johor, Malaysia
    Year: 2018
    Journal: Chemical Engineering Transactions
    Author: Muhammad Akmal Hakim Bin Hishammuddin

Conclusion:

Mr. Muhammad Akmal Hakim Bin Hishammuddin is highly suitable for the Best Researcher Award. While strengthening citation metrics, grant acquisition, and public policy engagement can further solidify his profile, his existing contributions make him a strong candidate for this prestigious recognition.

Amzad Laskar | Soil | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Amzad Laskar | Soil | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Amzad Laskar, Physical Research Laboratory Ahmedabad, India

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Amzad Hussain Laskar is a researcher at the Physical Research Laboratory, Ahmedabad, India, specializing in isotope geochemistry, paleoclimate reconstruction, carbon cycle studies, and groundwater dynamics. He holds a Ph.D. in Physics from PRL, Ahmedabad/M.L.S.U., Udaipur. His research focuses on stable and radioactive isotopes to study atmospheric CO₂ budgets, hydrological cycles, and past climate changes. Dr. Laskar has held prestigious positions, including a Marie Skłodowska-Curie Fellowship at Utrecht University, Netherlands, and postdoctoral roles in Taiwan. He has received multiple awards, including the Eminent Visiting Scholar Award (2023) from the Netherlands Earth System Science Centre.

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Dr. Amzad Laskar is a highly accomplished researcher in isotope geochemistry and climate science, with a strong track record of publications, international fellowships, and funded projects. His work provides critical insights into carbon cycles, paleoclimate, and groundwater systems, making him a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award.

🎓 Education

Amzad Hussain Laskar holds a Ph.D. in Physics from PRL, Ahmedabad/M.L.S.U., Udaipur, India (2012), an M.Sc. in Physics from IIT Guwahati (2005, CGPA: 8.36/10), and a B.Sc. in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics from Assam University Silchar (2002, 70% marks). He has also qualified for national exams, including GATE (All India Rank 182), CSIR-NET, and JEST (All India Rank 118).

💼Experience

He is currently an Assistant Professor at the Physical Research Laboratory (PRL), Ahmedabad, India, since September 2019. Previously, he was a Marie Skłodowska-Curie Fellow at Utrecht University, Netherlands (2017-2019), a Postdoctoral Fellow at Academia Sinica, Taiwan (2013-2017), National Sun Yat-Sen University, Taiwan (2012-2013), and PRL Ahmedabad (2011-2012). He also worked as an Assistant Science Teacher at Chandipur Public High School (2005-2006).

🔬Research Focus

His research primarily involves quantifying atmospheric CO₂ budgets using isotopes, studying present and past atmospheric oxidation processes through clumped isotopes in O₂ and ice cores, reconstructing paleoclimate using isotopes in terrestrial and oceanic archives, analyzing hydrological cycles through vapor and water isotopes, and investigating groundwater dynamics and anthropogenic pollution using radiocarbon and stable isotopes.

🛠️Skills

Amzad specializes in stable and radioactive isotopes, paleoclimate reconstruction, groundwater dynamics, carbon cycle studies, and hydrological processes. He is proficient in isotope geochemistry, environmental analysis, mass spectrometry, and data interpretation for climate research.

🏆Awards

His honors include the Eminent Visiting Scholar Award 2023 from the Netherlands Earth System Science Centre, the prestigious Marie Skłodowska-Curie Individual Fellowship (2016, grant of €177,598.80), Academia Sinica Postdoctoral Fellowship (2013-2015), and the Best Research Scholar Award at the 14th Indian Society for Mass Spectrometry Symposium (2011). He also received a Certificate of Honor for achieving the highest marks in the district of Hailakandi, Assam, in the 10+2 examination (1999).

📚 Publications

  1. Triple oxygen isotopic fractionation in CO₂-CaCO₃-H₂O system during CO₂-H₂O exchange, carbonate precipitation, and acid digestion

    • Authors: P.K. Roy, A.H. Laskar, S. Ghoshmaulik, R. Rangarajan, M. Liang
    • Year: 2025
    • Journal: Chemical Geology

  2. CO₂ flux and carbon dynamics in soil and respired CO₂ in a semi-arid region of western India

    • Authors: A.H. Laskar, A. Sarkar, R.K. Mohanty, S. Kumar, A. Shivam
    • Year: 2025
    • Journal: Soil Science Society of America Journal

  3. Estimation of Groundwater Residence Time Using Radiocarbon and Stable Isotope Ratio in Dissolved Inorganic Carbon and Soil CO₂

    • Authors: R.K. Agrawal, R.K. Mohanty, A. Rathi, S. Kumar, A.H. Laskar
    • Year: 2024
    • Journal: Radiocarbon

  4. Carbonate clumped isotopes and blocking temperatures of marbles from the Backbone Range, Taiwan

    • Authors: A.H. Laskar, T.F. Yui, M. Liang
    • Year: 2024
    • Journal: Journal of Asian Earth Scien

Conclusion:

 Dr. Laskar is highly suitable for the Best Researcher Award. By further enhancing citations, industry collaborations, and public outreach, he could solidify his standing as a global leader in environmental and climate research.

Lili Dong | Soil | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Lili Dong | Soil | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Lili Dong, Shenyang Agricultural University, China

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Lili Dong is a researcher at Shenyang Agricultural University, China, specializing in ecology, biogeochemical cycles, and soil carbon dynamics. She holds a Ph.D. in Ecology from Northeast Forestry University and has conducted extensive research on litter decomposition, soil respiration, and the effects of nitrogen deposition on ecosystems. With experience as a research assistant at the Institute of Applied Ecology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, she has led and contributed to multiple national and international research projects. Dr. Dong has received prestigious awards, including the Liang Xi Youth Science and Technology Award, and has published widely in high-impact journals on ecological processes and environmental sustainability.

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Dr. Lili Dong is a highly accomplished researcher in ecological sciences with a strong publication record, competitive research funding, and international collaborations. Her work has significantly contributed to understanding soil carbon dynamics, nitrogen deposition, and ecosystem processes. She has received prestigious awards and recognition for her research excellence, making her a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award.

 

🎓 Education

Lili Dong obtained her Bachelor’s degree in Information Engineering from Xinyang Normal University (2004–2008). She then pursued a Master’s degree in Phytochemistry at Northeast Forestry University (2009–2012) and later completed her Ph.D. in Ecology at the same university (2014–2017).

💼Experience

Since July 2017, Lili Dong has been a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Institute of Applied Ecology, Chinese Academy of Sciences. In September 2019, she was appointed as a Research Assistant at the same institute. She also gained overseas experience in 2019 through a research stay at the University of Minnesota.

🔬Research Focus

Her research primarily revolves around the carbon cycle, biogeochemical processes, litter decomposition, soil respiration, and ecological responses to global change. She is particularly interested in the effects of nitrogen deposition, especially organic nitrogen, on ecological processes and soil carbon pools. Her studies involve long-term field experiments in grasslands and forests in China, exploring the impact of different forms of nitrogen on litter decomposition and ecosystem functions. Additionally, she investigates the relationship between forest evolution and species secondary metabolites.

Awards

She has received several prestigious awards, including the Liang Xi Youth Science and Technology Award (Second Prize, 2019), the Science and Technology Award of Heilongjiang Province (Third Prize, 2018), and the First Prize of the Science and Technology Award of Provincial University (2018). She was also recognized with the Outstanding Master’s Thesis Award and Outstanding Graduate Award from Heilongjiang Province and Northeast Forestry University in 2012.

Skills

Lili Dong is skilled in ecological research, soil and litter decomposition analysis, biogeochemical assessments, data interpretation, and scientific communication. She has extensive experience in field experiments, laboratory techniques, and interdisciplinary collaborations within environmental sciences.

Publications

 

  • Title: Deep return of straw improves topsoil health and maize productivity more efficiently than shallow return
    Authors: J. Li, X.X. Jin, J. Li, L. Dong, H. Zou
    Year: 2024
    Journal: Soil Use and Management

 

  • Title: Patterns and controlling factors of decomposition in distal shoot systems by branch order across 10 temperate tree species
    Authors: W. Gu, B. Berg, L. Dong, F.J. Yang, T. Sun
    Year: 2024
    Journal: Plant and Soil

 

Conclusion:

 Dr. Lili Dong is a highly suitable candidate for the Best Researcher Award. Enhancing her leadership in large-scale projects, mentoring activities, and policy-oriented research could further strengthen her profile. However, her current track record already places her among top researchers in her field.

DAVID IZERE | Soil and Climate Change | Young Scientist Award

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Mr. DAVID IZERE | Soil and Climate Change | Young Scientist Award

 Mr. David Izere, Xinjiang Institute of Ecology and Geography, Rwanda

Mr. David Izere is a dedicated researcher from Rwanda, currently affiliated with the Xinjiang Institute of Ecology and Geography, Chinese Academy of Sciences, China. He specializes in Physical Geography and Environmental Management, focusing on sustainable development, GIS, and remote sensing techniques. With a strong academic foundation, including a Master’s in Natural Science and notable publications, he contributes to addressing environmental challenges and advancing geographical research.

 

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Mr. David Izere is a promising young scientist with significant contributions to physical geography and environmental management. His technical expertise, research outputs, and international exposure position him as a strong candidate for the Research for Young Scientist Award. By addressing the areas for improvement, he can further solidify his reputation as a rising star in his field.

 

🎓 Education

David Izere is a dedicated scholar in Physical Geography. He holds a Master’s degree in Natural Science from the Xinjiang Institute of Ecology and Geography, Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS), China, which he earned between 2021 and 2024. His undergraduate studies culminated in a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Management from the University of Lay Adventist of Kigali, Rwanda, from 2018 to 2021. Earlier, he obtained an A2 Diploma in Forestry from Kabutare Technical Secondary School (formerly Ecole Agricole et Vétérinaire de Kabutare) between 2014 and 2017.

 

💼Experience

David has accumulated significant academic and professional experience. In 2024, he served as an assistant lecturer in Environmental Management at the University of Lay Adventist of Kigali. His experience includes participating in international workshops such as the Sustainable Development and Natural Disaster Monitoring and Remote Sensing Intelligent Monitoring and Management for Agriculture in Belt and Road Countries (Shenzhen, China) in 2023. He also attended the International Forum on Sustainable Development of Ecology and Environmental in the Silk Road Belt (Xinjiang, China). Furthermore, David reviewed scientific papers on advanced climate-terrain modeling for permafrost destabilization in the Himalayas in 2024.

 

🔬Research Focus

David’s research focuses on physical geography, environmental management, and advanced techniques in remote sensing and GIS. His notable work includes the publication of “Suitability Analysis for Resettlement Potential Sites of Flood Vulnerable Community in Kigali City, Rwanda,” featured in the Earth System and Environment Springer Journal, with an impressive impact factor of 7.2. He has co-authored multiple scientific studies in related fields.

 

Awards

David’s achievements include certificates for completing prestigious workshops and forums. His active involvement in academia and research earned him recognition as a reviewer for high-impact scientific publications.

 

Skills

David is proficient in English and is well-versed in computer applications like MS Office (Word, Access, Excel, and PowerPoint). His technical expertise includes GIS (Geographical Information System) ArcGIS, R programming, Remote Sensing techniques, and statistical software.

 

Publications

Publication:  Suitability Analysis for Resettlement Potential Sites of Flood Vulnerable Community in Kigali City Rwanda Earth System and Environment Springer Journal

Author: Izere D Li L Liu T et al

Year: 2024

 

Conclusion:

Based on his current achievements and potential, Mr. David Izere is highly suitable for the Research for Young Scientist Award. His dedication to solving pressing environmental issues and advancing geographical research aligns well with the award’s objectives. Supporting his application would not only recognize his accomplishments but also inspire further contributions to his field.

Lina Fernandes | Soil Biochemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Lina Fernandes | Soil Biochemistry | Best Researcher Award

 Dr. Lina Fernandes, CSIR- National Institute of Oceanography, India

Dr. Lina Fernandes is a scientist at the CSIR-National Institute of Oceanography, Goa, India, specializing in marine pollution and the geochemistry of estuarine and marine environments. She holds a PhD in Marine Sciences from Goa University and has over a decade of experience in sediment dynamics, water quality, and biogeochemical processes in coastal ecosystems. Dr. Fernandes has led multiple research projects funded by the Department of Science and Technology and the Science and Engineering Research Board. She has published extensively in international journals, focusing on trace metals, sediment geochemistry, and the impact of anthropogenic activities on marine environments. Her work plays a critical role in understanding the environmental health of coastal and deep-sea ecosystems.

 

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Dr. Lina Fernandes is a distinguished marine scientist whose research on marine pollution, sediment dynamics, and the environmental impact of anthropogenic activities has made a lasting contribution to the field of oceanography. Her extensive expertise, along with her leadership in research and student mentorship, places her at the forefront of environmental science. Dr. Fernandes’ work on trace metals and sediment geochemistry is crucial for understanding the health of coastal ecosystems, which are essential to both local economies and the global environment.

🎓 Education

Dr. Lina L. Fernandes holds a PhD in Marine Sciences from Goa University (2012), an M.Sc. in Marine Sciences (Marine Chemistry) from Goa University (2005), and a B.Sc. in Chemistry from Goa University (2002).

💼Experience

Dr. Fernandes has extensive expertise in marine pollution, and studies of the marine and estuarine water column and sediments relating to both present and past environments. Her research focuses on understanding the role of rivers in the transport of pollutants, the impact of climate change, and ecosystem functioning in coastal and deep-sea regions. She investigates the effects of human activities on coastal and marine ecosystems, with particular interest in biogeochemical cycling, sediment dynamics, hydrology, and geochemistry.

🔬Research Focus

Dr. Fernandes’ primary research interest lies in understanding the interaction between riverine, estuarine, and marine environments, particularly with a focus on the biogeochemical processes and sediment dynamics that influence marine health and ecosystem functioning. Her work has broad societal relevance, especially in terms of assessing human-induced impacts on coastal environments and understanding sedimentation processes in response to natural and anthropogenic disturbances.

🏆Awards

Dr. Fernandes has received several prestigious recognitions, including the DST Young Scientist Fast Track Project (2013), the Best Paper Award (Second place) at the 3rd International Conference on Sediment Management (2012), and the Young Sedimentologists Award by the Indian Association of Sedimentologists (2011). She also received the Senior Research Fellowship (CSIR) in 2010 and cleared the CSIR-NET for lectureship in 2005.

 

Skills

Dr. Lina L. Fernandes is an expert in marine pollution, sedimentology, and geochemistry, with a focus on estuarine and coastal environments. Her skills encompass the analysis of trace metals, stable isotopes, and sediment dynamics in both modern and historical contexts. Dr. Fernandes is proficient in utilizing advanced geochemical techniques to assess environmental changes, anthropogenic impacts, and ecosystem health. She has a strong background in studying the role of rivers and estuaries in nutrient and pollutant transport, biogeochemical cycling, and marine environmental functioning. Additionally, Dr. Fernandes is experienced in conducting field-based research, managing research projects, and mentoring graduate students in the areas of marine chemistry and sedimentology.

Publications

  • Accumulation of sediment, organic matter, and trace metals with space and time, in a creek along Mumbai coast, India
    Authors: L Fernandes, GN Nayak, D Ilangovan, DV Borole
    Year: 2011
    Journal: Estuarine, Coastal and Shelf Science, 91(3), 388-399

 

  • Heavy metals contamination in mudflat and mangrove sediments (Mumbai, India)
    Authors: LL Fernandes, GN Nayak
    Year: 2012
    Journal: Chemistry and Ecology, 28(5), 435-455

 

  • Geochemical assessment of metal concentration in mangrove sediments along Mumbai Coast, India
    Authors: L Fernandes, GN Nayak, D Ilangovan
    Year: 2012
    Journal: World Academy of Science, Engineering and Technology

 

  • Changing environmental conditions in recent past—reading through the study of geochemical characteristics, magnetic parameters and sedimentation rate of mudflats, central west coast of India
    Authors: KT Singh, GN Nayak, LL Fernandes, DV Borole, N Basavaiah
    Year: 2014
    Journal: Palaeogeography, Palaeoclimatology, Palaeoecology, 397, 61-74

 

  • Distribution of sediment parameters and depositional environment of mudflats of Mandovi estuary, Goa, India
    Authors: L Fernandes, GN Nayak
    Year: 2009
    Journal: Journal of Coastal Research, 25(2), 273-284

 

  • Characterizing metal levels and their speciation in intertidal sediments along Mumbai coast, India
    Authors: LL Fernandes, GN Nayak
    Year: 2014
    Journal: Marine Pollution Bulletin, 79(1-2), 371-378

 

  • Spatial and temporal distribution of metals in suspended particulate matter of the Kali estuary, India
    Authors: S Suja, PM Kessarkar, LL Fernandes, S Kurian, A Tomer
    Year: 2017
    Journal: Estuarine, Coastal and Shelf Science, 196, 10-21

 

  • Geochemical evidence of anthropogenic impacts in sediment cores from mudflats of a tropical estuary, Central west coast of India
    Authors: KT Singh, GN Nayak, LL Fernandes
    Year: 2013
    Journal: Soil and Sediment Contamination: An International Journal, 22(3), 256-272

 

  • Geochemical assessment in a creek environment in Mumbai, west coast of India
    Authors: LL Fernandes, GN Nayak
    Year: 2012
    Journal: Environmental Forensics, 13(1), 45-54

 

  • Estuarine turbidity maximum in six tropical minor rivers, central west coast of India
    Authors: LL Fernandes, V Purnachandra Rao, PM Kessarkar, S Suresh
    Year: 2018
    Journal: Hydrology Research, 49(4), 1234-1254

 

  • Variations in denitrification and ventilation within the Arabian Sea oxygen minimum zone during the Holocene
    Authors: PM Kessarkar, SWA Naqvi, M Thamban, LL Fernandes, C Siebert, et al.
    Year: 2018
    Journal: Geochemistry, Geophysics, Geosystems, 19(7), 2179-2193

 

  • Distribution and fractionation of rare earth elements and Yttrium in suspended and bottom sediments of the Kali estuary, western India
    Authors: S Suja, LL Fernandes, VP Rao
    Year: 2017
    Journal: Environmental Earth Sciences, 76(4), 174

 

  • Seasonal distribution of trace metals in suspended particulate and bottom sediments of four microtidal river estuaries, west coast of India
    Authors: LL Fernandes, PM Kessarkar, VP Rao, S Suja, G Parthiban, S Kurian
    Year: 2019
    Journal: Hydrological Sciences Journal, 64(12), 1519-1534

 

  • Seasonal variations in the water quality of six tropical micro-and mesotidal estuaries along the central west coast of India
    Authors: LL Fernandes, PM Kessarkar, S Suja, D Ray, M Bhat
    Year: 2018
    Journal: Marine and Freshwater Research, 69(9), 1418-1431

 

  • Sources and factors controlling the distribution of metals in mudflat sedimentary environment, Ulhas Estuary, Mumbai
    Authors: L Fernandes, GN Nayak
    Year: 2010
    Journal: Indian Association of Sedimentologists

 

Conclusion:

 Dr. Lina Fernandes is an outstanding candidate for the Research for Best Researcher Award, owing to her significant contributions to marine science and the environmental health of coastal and estuarine ecosystems. Her dedication to advancing knowledge in marine pollution and geochemistry, coupled with her leadership in national research initiatives, makes her an exemplary researcher. To further strengthen her impact, expanding her global collaborations and increasing public engagement with her research would be valuable next steps.