Award Winners

Award Winners

 Title First Name Last Name Institution/Organization Country Subject Track Subject Area Selected for Winner Profile
Assist Prof DrCongXuQingdao Huanghai UniversityChinaRenewable Energy TechnologiesEngineeringInnovative Research AwardView Profile
ProfZhihaiKeThe Chinese University of Hong Kong (Shenzhen)ChinaChemistry and Materials ScienceChemistryInnovative Research AwardView Profile
Prof DrKaramZakiFayoum University-EgyptEgyptBusiness, Management and AccountingBusiness AdministrationInnovative Research AwardView Profile
DrFranciscoGinerUniversitat de ValènciaSpainMedicine and Health SciencesCancerInnovative Research AwardView Profile
MrGeorgiosSarigiannisUniversity of West AtticaGreeceEngineeringElectrical and Electronics EngineeringInnovative Research AwardView Profile
DrRongZhaoJiangsu Institute of Metrology（Jiangsu Energy Metrology Data Center）ChinaEnvironmental ScienceLaser absorption spectroscopy for combustion diagnostics , industrial trace gas metrologyInnovative Research AwardView Profile
ProfjoonhoparkSeoul national university of Science and technologySouth KoreaAgricultural and Biological Sciencesplant physiologyInnovative Research AwardView Profile
ProfBilalAslamQassim UniversitySaudi ArabiaAgricultural and Biological SciencesOne Health & Antimicrobial ResistanceInnovative Research AwardView Profile
DrLuis AlbertoVazquezHospital Universitario Marques de ValdecillaSpainMedicine and Health SciencesEndocrinología, Diabetes, Obesidad, NutriciónInnovative Research AwardView Profile
DrJoãoTeixeira e CostaFEUPPortugalEnvironmental ScienceSustainable Soil RemediationInnovative Research AwardView Profile
MsIoanaCaprarBabes-Bolyai UniversityRomaniaEnvironmental ScienceAssessing the Potential Microplastic Sources and Retention Efficiency in Valencia’s Tancat de la Pipa Wetland Abstract Constructed wetlands are promising nature-based solutions for mitigating environmental pollution, able to retain suspended solids as microplastic (MP) particles. This study aims (i) to identify potential sources and transport pathways of MPs in the Tancat de la Pipa constructed wetland (Spain), using a conceptual source-attribution approach based on spatial distribution, particle characteristics, catchment characteristics, hydrological connections, and the available literature and official information, as well as (ii) to evaluate the effectiveness of the wetland in retaining MPs within the investigated size range. Sampling was conducted at six locations representing two inlet canals, two internal sites, and two outlet points of the wetland towards Albufera Lake. Higher MP abundances were recorded at the inlet, while lower concentrations at internal and outlet sites indicated partial retention, with apparent removal efficiencies ranging from 24% to 50%, depending on the sampling campaign. Blue and transparent MPs predominated, while polyethylene (47%) and polyester (18%) were the dominant polymers, followed by polymethyl methacrylate (10%), polystyrene (8%), and polypropylene (7%). The spatial distribution and particle characteristics, together with catchment land use and hydrological connections, indicated potential contributions from mixed sources, including packaging, agricultural activities, wastewater, traffic runoff, fisheries, and industrial activities. These findings provide an initial assessment of potential MP sources and transport pathways in a Mediterranean wetland and indicate partial retention of MPs within the investigated size range, supporting the need for longer-term and source-specific monitoring to improve source attribution and evaluate seasonal variability. Keywords: microplastics; wetland; Albufera; pollution; nature-based solutionsInnovative Research AwardView Profile
MrMd.Aman UlAzam KhanBGMEA University of Fashion and TechnologyBangladeshEnvironmental and Sustainable MaterialsMaterial scienceInnovative Research AwardView Profile
MrİsmailÇaparZonguldak Bülent Ecevit University, Faculty of DentistryTurkeyDentistryOral and Maxillofacial Radiology, Artificial Intelligence in Dentistry, Diagnostic ImagingInnovative Research AwardView Profile
DrSANJAY KUMARSINGHICAR- Indian Grassland & Fodder Research Institute Jhansi, UP, INDIAIndiaEngineeringProcess & Food EngineeringLifetime Achievement AwardView Profile
DrHuaxunWuAnhui Medical UniversityChinaPharmacology, Toxicology and Pharmaceutical ScienceSjögren's syndromeOutstanding Contribution AwardView Profile
DrJack NgKok WahMultimedia University CyberjayaMalaysiaBusiness, Management and AccountingMarketing ManagementOutstanding Educator AwardView Profile
DrRobertHahnFraunhofer IZMGermanyRenewable Energy TechnologiesEnergy storageOutstanding Scientist AwardView Profile
Prof DrMOHAN DAS THANGAMUTHUCENTRAL UNIVERSITY OF TAMIL NADUIndiaChemistry and Materials ScienceCARBOHYDRATE CHEMISTRYOutstanding Scientist AwardView Profile
ProfJafarHussain1. Nanchang Institute of Technology, Nanchang, China. 2. Guangdong ATV College of Performing Arts, Guangdong, China. 3. Xian Innovation College of Yanan University, Xian, China.ChinaBusiness, Management and AccountingDecison-MakingOutstanding Scientist AwardView Profile
ProfNICKOMAGNAYEMindoro State UniversityPhilippinesOthersICT on agriculture, energy and inovationOutstanding Scientist AwardView Profile
 Title First Name Last Name Institution/Organization Country Subject Track Subject Area Selected for Winner Profile