Naseem Akhtar | Environmental Health | Editorial Board Member

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Dr. Naseem Akhtar | Environmental Health | Editorial Board Member

Postdoctoral Fellow | Universiti Sains Malaysia | Malaysia

Naseem Akhtar is a dedicated PhD researcher in the School of Industrial Technology at the Department of Environmental Technology, Universiti Sains Malaysia, whose scholarly work advances critical understanding of hydrology, hydrogeology, and environmental science with particular attention to water quality, groundwater dynamics, and pollution assessment in vulnerable landscapes. His research portfolio reflects a strong commitment to addressing the complex interactions among natural processes, anthropogenic pressures, and hydrogeochemical transformations that influence freshwater sustainability. Through influential publications in reputable international journals, he has contributed to major domains such as water quality index refinement using decision-support methodologies, multivariate analysis of heavy metals in groundwater systems, hydrogeochemical characterization for drinking and irrigation suitability, and the identification of pollution hotspots within rapidly urbanizing watersheds. His collaborative engagements span multidisciplinary teams across environmental technology, analytical chemistry, public health, and sustainable agriculture, demonstrating a capacity to integrate scientific rigour with applied relevance. He has co-authored impactful studies that inform groundwater management strategies, highlight the risks associated with heavy metal contamination, and propose improved frameworks for monitoring and decision-making in water-stressed regions. His contributions also extend to cross-sectoral research involving sustainability modelling and early disease detection programs, underscoring the broader societal relevance of his work. With an expanding citation record and a growing body of scholarly outputs, he continues to shape contemporary discourse on environmental resilience, resource management, and hydrological sustainability. His research trajectory positions him as an emerging scholar committed to producing evidence-based solutions that address global water challenges and support long-term environmental stewardship. He has 1253 citations from 21 documents with an h-index of 7.

Profiles: Google Scholar | Scopus | ORCID

Publications

1. Akhtar, N., Ishak, M. I. S., Bhawani, S. A., & Umar, K. (2021). Various natural and anthropogenic factors responsible for water quality degradation: A review.

2. Akhtar, N., Ishak, M. I. S., Ahmad, M. I., Umar, K., Md Yusuff, M. S., Anees, M. T., … (2021). Modification of the water quality index (WQI) process for simple calculation using the multi-criteria decision-making (MCDM) method: A review.

3. Akhtar, N., Syakir, M. I., Rai, S. P., Saini, R., Pant, N., Anees, M. T., Qadir, A., & Khan, U. (2020). Multivariate investigation of heavy metals in groundwater for irrigation and drinking in Garautha Tehsil, Jhansi District, India.

4. Ahmed, S., Akhtar, N., Rahman, A., Mondal, N. C., Khurshid, S., Sarah, S., … (2022). Evaluating groundwater pollution with emphasis on heavy metal hotspots in an urbanized alluvium watershed of Yamuna River, northern India.

5. Akhtar, N., Syakir, M. I., Anees, M. T., Qadir, A., & Yusuff, M. S. (n.d.). Characteristics and assessment of groundwater.

Fatih Durmaz | Environmental Health | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Fatih Durmaz | Environmental Health | Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor | Selcuk University | Turkey

Dr. Fatih Durmaz is a distinguished analytical chemist currently serving as a faculty member at the Department of Chemistry, Selçuk University, Türkiye. His academic and research journey reflects an enduring commitment to advancing the field of analytical and environmental chemistry through innovative chromatographic and membrane-based techniques. With a strong foundation in the physical and analytical aspects of chemistry, his work encompasses chromatography, HPLC column packing materials, gas chromatography, trace element determination, industrial oil analysis, and water purification technologies. Dr. Durmaz has published extensively in high-impact international journals such as Applied Physics A, Materials Science in Semiconductor Processing, Journal of Electronic Materials, Inorganic Chemistry Communications, and Desalination and Water Treatment, among others. His collaborative projects often intersect with interdisciplinary domains, integrating analytical chemistry with nanomaterial synthesis, environmental monitoring, and food chemistry. He has contributed to European Union and TÜBİTAK-funded research initiatives focusing on sustainable biosorbents, green synthesis processes, and the development of advanced chromatographic systems for detecting trace compounds in complex matrices. His mentorship has guided several postgraduate theses exploring environmentally conscious analytical methodologies, including humic acid extraction, membrane-based water purification, and lipid characterization in edible oils. Through his scholarly activities, Dr. Durmaz has significantly advanced sustainable analytical techniques and environmental remediation strategies that align with global goals for clean water and green technology. His research impact extends beyond academia, influencing industrial practices in water analysis and oil processing through the application of modern chromatographic and separation technologies. Widely recognized for his method development and contributions to analytical instrumentation, Dr. Durmaz continues to bridge fundamental chemistry with practical environmental solutions, fostering collaborative scientific innovation within Türkiye and the broader international research community. He has 425 citations from 30 documents with an h-index of 11.

Profiles: Scopus | ORCID

Publications

1. Durmaz, F., & Andirici, Y. (2020). Ultrafiltration membrane separation technique for drinking water. Emerging Materials Research.

2. Durmaz, F. (2020, October 7). Pleurotus ostreatus (Jacq.) P. Kumm. extract alters the expression of some apoptosis related genes. The Journal of Fungus.

3. Khokhar, T. S., Memon, F. N., Memon, A. A., Durmaz, F., Memon, S., Panhwar, Q. K., & Muneer, S. (2019). Removal of ciprofloxacin from aqueous solution using wheat bran as adsorbent. Separation Science and Technology (Philadelphia).

4. Chandio, A. A., Ali Memon, A., Memon, S., Memon, F. N., Panhwar, Q. K., Durmaz, F., Nizamani, S. M., & Brohi, N. A. (2019). Synthesis and antimicrobial assessment of Fe³⁺ inclusion complex of p-tert-butylcalix[4]arene diamide derivative. Journal of Chemistry.

5. Junejo, R., Memon, S., Memon, F. N., Memon, A. A., Durmaz, F., & Bhatti, A. A. (2019). Thermodynamic and kinetic studies for adsorption of Reactive Blue (RB-19) dye using calix[4]arene-based adsorbent. Journal of Chemical and Engineering Data.

David Camann | Environmental Health | Leading Environmental Health Scientist Award

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Mr. David Camann | Environmental Health | Leading Environmental Health Scientist Award

Technical Advisor | Southwest Research Institute | United States

David E. Camann is a Technical Advisor in the Organic Section of the Analytical and Environmental Chemistry Department within the Chemistry and Chemical Engineering Division. He earned his M.S. in Statistics from the University of Chicago in 1970 and a B.S. in Mathematics and Physics from Valparaiso University in 1966, with additional graduate study in Epidemiology at the University of Texas School of Public Health between 1980 and 1983. Mr. Camann is an accomplished researcher in environmental epidemiology, human exposure assessment, and toxicology, focusing on the effects of aerosolized pathogens, pesticides, polyaromatic hydrocarbons, polychlorinated biphenyls, and endocrine-disrupting semivolatile organic chemicals on human health. His work has included landmark studies linking prenatal and childhood chemical exposures to adverse birth outcomes, neurodevelopmental deficits, and increased risks of viral infections and cancers, with findings published in leading peer-reviewed journals in environmental health and exposure science. Throughout his career, Mr. Camann has been recognized for his contributions to methodological innovation in chemical exposure measurement, including the development of foam roller samplers and wipe-based pesticide collection methods. He has served as a Councilor of the International Society of Exposure Science (1998–2001) and as a member of its Editorial Review Board (2013–2018), reflecting his sustained impact on the field. His research achievements, extensive publication record, and editorial leadership have earned him broad recognition among peers, establishing him as a distinguished figure in the study of environmental exposures and human health outcomes. He has 11703 citations from 91 documents with an h-index of 55.

Profile: Scopus

Publications

1. Wheelock, K., Zhang, J., McConnell, R., Tang, D., Volk, H. E., Wang, Y., Herbstman, J. B., Wang, S., Phillips, D. H., Camann, D., Gong, J., & Perera, F. (2018). A novel method for source-specific hemoglobin adducts of nitro-polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons. Environmental Science: Processes & Impacts.

2. Dixon, H. M., Scott, R. P., Holmes, D., Calero, L., Kincl, L. D., Waters, K. M., Camann, D. E., Calafat, A. M., Herbstman, J. B., & Anderson, K. A. (2018). Silicone wristbands compared with traditional polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon exposure assessment methods. Analytical and Bioanalytical Chemistry.

3. Dodson, R. E., Udesky, J. O., Colton, M. D., McCauley, M., Camann, D. E., Yau, A. Y., Adamkiewicz, G., & Rudel, R. A. (2017). Chemical exposures in recently renovated low-income housing: Influence of building materials and occupant activities. Environment International.

4. Jedrychowski, W. A., Perera, F. P., Maugeri, U., Majewska, R., Mroz, E., Flak, E., Roen, E. L., et al. (2017). Prenatal exposure to fine particles and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons and birth outcomes: A two-pollutant approach. International Archives of Occupational and Environmental Health.

5. Lovinsky-Desir, S., Miller, R. L., Bautista, J., & Jung, K. H. (2016). Differences in ambient polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon concentrations between streets and alleys in New York City: Open space vs. semi-closed space. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health.

Adrianna Piasek | Environmental Health | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Adrianna Piasek | Environmental Health | Best Researcher Award

Research Lead | Warsaw University of Technology | Poland

Dr. Adrianna Maria Piasek is a Research Lead at EcoBean and an industrial PhD candidate at the Warsaw University of Technology, where she also earned her BSc and MSc degrees in Biotechnology. Her research focuses on sustainable biotechnology, particularly the valorization of spent coffee grounds and microalgae-based production of bioactive compounds for cosmetic and biomedical applications. Dr. Piasek’s scientific contributions bridge biotechnology, chemistry, and process engineering, emphasizing green extraction methods, antioxidant recovery, and 3D skin model development. She has authored and co-authored seven peer-reviewed publications in journals indexed by Scopus and Web of Science, including Current Medicinal Chemistry, International Journal of Molecular Sciences, and Waste and Biomass Valorization. In addition to her publications, she co-authored a book chapter on the medicinal potential of anandamide and contributed to a patent application on comprehensive coffee waste processing. Dr. Piasek’s innovative research has earned her conference presentation awards and recognition within the sustainable bioprocessing community. She has collaborated with renowned institutions such as the Ruđer Bošković Institute and the Polish Academy of Sciences, strengthening international partnerships in biotechnology and materials research. A member of the Groupe Polyphenols since 2025, Dr. Piasek is also actively involved in mentoring young scientists and promoting circular economy principles through industrial R&D. Her ongoing work continues to advance the interface of biotechnology and health sciences, contributing to the development of environmentally responsible innovations for industrial and medical use. She has 23 citations from 7 documents with an h-index of 4.

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Publications

1. Piasek, A. M., Bardadyn, P., Trojan, Z., Jelonek, K., Wysocki, Ł., Kobiela, T., & Sobiepanek, A. (2025). Research on spent coffee grounds: From oil extraction to its potential application in cosmetics. Waste and Biomass Valorization.

2. Adewale, O. O., Wińska, P., Piasek, A., & Cieśla, J. (2024). The potential of plant polysaccharides and chemotherapeutic drug combinations in the suppression of breast cancer. International Journal of Molecular Sciences.

3. Wysocki, Ł., Adamczuk, P., Bardadyn, P., Gabor, A., Jelonek, K., Kudelska, M., Kukuć, M., Piasek, A., Pietras, M., Słomka, M., et al. (2024). Development of lactic acid production from coffee grounds hydrolysate by fermentation with Lacticaseibacillus rhamnosus. Journal of Industrial Microbiology and Biotechnology.

4. Piasek, A. M. (2022). Aptamer-based advances in skin cancer research. Current Medicinal Chemistry.

5. Piasek, A. M. (2021). Zastosowanie metabolitów pozyskanych z mikroalg w biomedycynie, a w szczególności w diagnostyce i terapii chorób nowotworowych. In Zagadnienia aktualnie poruszane przez młodych naukowców (Vol. 19). Wydawnictwo Naukowe Tygiel.