Tauqeer Nawaz | Earth and Planetary Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Tauqeer Nawaz | Earth and Planetary Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Master Student at Beijing Forestry University, China

Tauqeer Nawaz is an aspiring researcher with a passion for cartography, geographic information systems (GIS), and remote sensing. With a strong academic background and hands-on experience in forestry and environmental science, he is dedicated to contributing to ecological restoration, urban and regional planning, and natural resource management. His research focuses on using remote sensing technologies to monitor environmental changes and develop sustainable solutions.

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Education

Tauqeer Nawaz completed his B.Sc. (Hons) in Agriculture (Forestry) from Ghazi University, Dera Ghazi Khan, Pakistan, in 2021. He then pursued a Master’s degree in Cartography, Geographic Information Systems, and Remote Sensing at Beijing Forestry University, China, starting in 2022. His academic journey is marked by a strong commitment to environmental sustainability and data-driven decision-making in forestry and spatial analysis.

Experience

As a Research Assistant at the Department of Forestry and Rangeland Management (2021–2022), Tauqeer gained expertise in forest ecology, remote sensing, and sustainable forest management. He has also worked as a Field Data Collection Expert at Beijing Forestry University, conducting ecological assessments in Inner Mongolia. Currently, he is engaged in data analysis for an international cooperation project under the National Natural Science Foundation of China, focusing on ecological and climate-related research.

Research Interests

Tauqeer Nawaz’s research interests span multiple domains, including: 🌍 Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Remote Sensing 🌳 Forest Ecology and Management πŸ›°οΈ Environmental Monitoring using Satellite Imagery πŸ™οΈ Urban and Regional Planning πŸ”¬ Ecological Restoration and Biodiversity Conservation His work involves analyzing spatial networks, carbon sequestration, and land cover dynamics to optimize ecosystem sustainability.

Awards and Recognitions πŸ†

HEC – Ehsaas Scholarship (2019): Recognized for academic excellence at Ghazi University. πŸ† China Scholarship Council (2022): Awarded a fully funded scholarship to pursue his master’s degree in China. πŸ† United Nations Training Certifications (2021–2022): Successfully completed courses on Climate Change, Marine Biodiversity, and World Heritage Protection. πŸ† NASA ARSET Certification (2022): Specialized training in using spatial data for biodiversity research.

Publications πŸ“„

Integrated approach for ecological restoration and ecological spatial network optimization with multiple ecosystem functions in mining areas (2023) – Published in [Journal Name]. Cited by XX πŸ“„ Constructing and optimizing an Ecological Spatial Network for achieving Carbon Neutrality in the Thal Desert, Punjab, Pakistan (2024) – Submitted to Ecological Indicators (Under Review). Cited by XX πŸ“„ Assessing Ecospatial Network Structures and Their Impact on NPP in the Arid Ecosystems of Thal Desert, Punjab, Pakistan (2024) – Submitted to Environmental Management (Under Review). Cited by XX πŸ“„ The Study Relationship between the Ecological Spatial Network Structure and Carbon Use Efficiency in the Thar Desert Sindh, Pakistan (2024) – Ready for submission. Cited by XX

Conclusion

Tauqeer Nawaz is a highly deserving candidate for the Best Researcher Award, given his strong publication record, research expertise, international collaborations, and technical skills. His contributions to GIS, remote sensing, and ecological research are impactful, particularly in carbon neutrality, desert ecosystem assessments, and forest ecology.

With further advancements in publication impact, language proficiency, and interdisciplinary research, he could become a leading scientist in the field of geospatial sciences and environmental sustainability.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Augustine Ovie Edegbene | Aquatic ecology | Best Scholar Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Augustine Ovie Edegbene | Aquatic ecology | Best Scholar Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Augustine Ovie Edegbene, Federal University of Health Sciences Otukpo, Nigeria

🌍 Dr. Augustine Ovie Edegbene, an Associate Professor at the Federal University of Health Sciences Otukpo, Nigeria, is a distinguished scholar with dual PhDs in Water Resources Science and Zoology. With over 15 years of teaching and research experience, he has mentored 50+ students globally. 🌊 His pioneering research in aquatic ecology led to the first macroinvertebrate biotic index in West Africa. 🌱 Dr. Edegbene serves as the Deputy Director of the Institute of Global Health and Health Security and co-leads Climate Change & Disaster Risk Reduction at the Global Young Academy. πŸ“š A prolific author, his work advances freshwater ecosystem monitoring.

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Suitability for the Best Scholar Award:

Dr. Augustine Ovie Edegbene stands out as a highly deserving candidate for the Best Scholar Award due to his outstanding contributions to environmental science, particularly in the areas of aquatic ecology, biodiversity conservation, and climate change. His dual PhDs in Water Resources Science and Zoology provide a strong interdisciplinary foundation, allowing him to address complex environmental challenges with innovative solutions. Dr. Edegbene’s research has had a profound global impact, exemplified by his development of the first macroinvertebrate biotic index in West Africa, a groundbreaking tool for monitoring the health of freshwater ecosystems in the region. This achievement underscores his leadership and transformative role in advancing environmental science in West Africa.

Education & ExperienceΒ 

πŸŽ“ Education:

  • PhD in Water Resources Science 🏞️
  • PhD in Zoology 🐾
  • Bachelor’s & Master’s in Biological Sciences 🧬

πŸ’Ό Experience:

  • Associate Professor, Federal University of Health Sciences Otukpo, Nigeria 🏒
  • Deputy Director, Institute of Global Health and Health Security πŸ₯
  • Co-lead, Climate Change and Disaster Risk Reduction, Global Young Academy 🌏
  • 15+ years of teaching and research experience πŸ“š
  • Mentor to 50+ postgraduate students globally 🌐

Professional Development

πŸš€ Dr. Edegbene is a leader in biodiversity conservation, climate change, and aquatic ecology. 🌊 He has developed innovative biotic indices for freshwater ecosystem biomonitoring, transforming environmental science in West Africa. As a reviewer for 50+ international journals and editorial board member for Discover Sustainability and Frontiers in Environmental Science, he contributes significantly to global academia. πŸ“– His collaborations span six continents, highlighting his international impact. 🌍 Dr. Edegbene has spearheaded high-impact projects, such as developing tools for biomonitoring wadeable riverine systems and studying Lassa fever in Nigeria. πŸ’‘ His expertise integrates science diplomacy and sustainability.

Research Focus

πŸ”¬ Dr. Edegbene’s research focuses on applied aquatic ecology, freshwater biodiversity, and climate change. 🌿 He developed the first macroinvertebrate multimetric index in West Africa and introduced macroinvertebrate trait-based biomonitoring in Africa. 🌊 His work advances water governance, ecological health, and socio-ecology in line with the UN Sustainable Development Goals. 🌏 His interdisciplinary approach bridges public health and environmental sciences, including the study of emerging diseases like Lassa fever. 🦠 As a global collaborator, Dr. Edegbene fosters innovations that address critical environmental and health challenges, ensuring resilience and sustainability in diverse ecosystems. πŸ’§

Awards & HonorsΒ 

πŸ… Fellow, African Research Excellence Fund (AREF)
🌟 Member, Global Young Academy (GYA)
🌍 Member, Society for Freshwater Science (SFS)
πŸ“– Editorial Board Member, Discover Sustainability (Springer)
πŸ” Guest Editor, Frontiers in Environmental Science & Ecology and Evolution
πŸ“œ Over 40 peer-reviewed publications indexed in SCI & Scopus

Publication Top Notes:

  • πŸ“„ Anthropogenic impact on water chemistry and benthic macroinvertebrate associated changes in a southern Nigeria stream
    • Cited by: 126
  • πŸ“„ Identifying and classifying macroinvertebrate indicator signature traits and ecological preferences along urban pollution gradient in the Niger Delta
    • Cited by: 52
  • πŸ“„ Developing and applying a macroinvertebrate‐based multimetric index for urban rivers in the Niger Delta, Nigeria
    • Cited by: 51
  • πŸ“„ Exploring the distribution patterns of macroinvertebrate signature traits and ecological preferences and their responses to urban and agricultural pollution in selected rivers
    • Cited by: 46
  • πŸ“„ Effect of anthropogenicity on the composition and diversity of aquatic insects of a municipal river in North Central Nigeria
    • Cited by: 43