Ms.Nishat Afshan | Urban Planning | Best Researcher Award

Research Scholar, Department of Architecture and Planning, Birla Institute of Technology, Mesra, Ranchi, India

Nishat Afshan, born on February 10, 1995, is an accomplished architect and urban planner from India. With a robust academic background and significant contributions to the field, Nishat has established herself as a dedicated professional committed to enhancing urban living standards through innovative research and practical applications.

Education

🎓 Nishat’s educational journey is marked by consistent excellence. She completed her Class X from CBSE in 2011 with 89.3% and Class XII in 2013 with 75.6%. She earned her B.Arch from BIT Mesra, Ranchi in 2018, securing 80.1%. Furthering her expertise, she completed her Master’s in Urban Planning (MUP) from the same institution in 2021 with 86.1%.

Experience

🛠️ Nishat has a wealth of experience in architecture and urban planning. Her work spans various projects and training courses, enhancing her practical knowledge and application of geospatial technologies and disaster risk reduction. Her participation in international conferences and specialized training programs highlights her commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

Research Interests

🔍 Nishat’s research interests include affordable housing, urban development, and the impact of environmental factors on urban areas. Her work often focuses on finding sustainable solutions to urban challenges, with a particular emphasis on housing for low-income households and the use of advanced geospatial technologies.

Awards

🏆 Nishat’s dedication to her field has been recognized through various awards and honors. She has presented papers at international conferences, reflecting her active engagement with the global academic community and her commitment to contributing to the body of knowledge in urban planning and architecture.

Publications

📚 Nishat has several notable publications to her name:

“Impact of Lockdown on Air Pollutants during COVID-19 at Patna, India” (Year, Journal Name, [Link])

“An Investigation of the Parameters Affecting Affordable Housing Location Choice” (Year, Journal Name, [Link])

“Identification of indicators of urban affordable housing location choice for low-income households: a Delphi analysis” (Year, Journal Name, [Link])

Prof Dr.mehmet cetin | architecture | Lifetime Achievements Award

Ondokuz Mayıs University Ondokuz Mayıs University, Faculty of Architecture, Department of Urban and Regional Planning Turkey

Prof. Dr. Mehmet Çetin is a prominent academic at Ondokuz Mayıs University, specializing in City and Regional Planning and Landscape Architecture. With a robust portfolio of over 120 peer-reviewed articles and significant contributions to international projects, Prof. Çetin has established himself as a leading figure in ecological and environmental research. His extensive teaching repertoire spans bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral levels, where he has supervised numerous theses and guided several PhD students. Prof. Çetin’s work is centered on the evaluation of ecological indicators, landscape planning, and urban design, making him a crucial contributor to sustainable urban development and environmental management.

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Education 🎓

Prof. Çetin completed his Doctorate in Landscape Architecture at Temple University (2009-2013), focusing on pavement design with porous asphalt. He holds a postgraduate degree from Zonguldak Bülent Ecevit University (2006-2008) in Landscape Architecture, where he researched the natural and cultural landscape values around Porsuk Dam Lake. His undergraduate studies were also at Zonguldak Bülent Ecevit University (2001-2005), specializing in Landscape Architecture.

Experience🏫

Prof. Çetin currently serves as Vice Dean of the Faculty of Architecture at Ondokuz Mayıs University. His academic career includes positions as an Associate Professor and Professor in the Department of City and Regional Planning and Landscape Architecture. He has led several significant research projects both nationally and internationally and has been an active member of doctoral examination committees at various universities across Turkey.

Research Interests 🔬

Prof. Çetin’s research interests are diverse and impactful, focusing on ecological monitoring, landscape ecology, and environmental indicators. His expertise includes GIS applications in urban planning, landscape architecture, climate change adaptation strategies, and risk management. Prof. Çetin also explores air quality, forest fire risk assessment, and the impacts of urbanization on environmental sustainability through remote sensing and satellite-based approaches.

Awards 🏆

Throughout his career, Prof. Çetin has received numerous accolades for his contributions to landscape architecture and urban planning. His awards highlight his commitment to excellence in research and education, underscoring his significant impact on environmental and ecological studies.

Publications 📚

Assessment of Climate Change Impact on Highland Areas in Kastamonu, Turkey – Published in Anthropocene, 2024. Cited by 5 articles
Impact of Employment Policies on Disabled Individuals in Silvicultural Activities – Published in Environment Development and Sustainability, 2024. Cited by 8 articles
GIS Based Daily Tourism Route Proposal for Surrounding Provinces and Districts from Ankara’s Çankaya District – Published in Environment Development and Sustainability, 2024. Cited by 4 articles
Determination of Land Surface Temperature and Urban Heat Island Effects with Remote Sensing Capabilities: The Case of Kayseri, Turkey – Published in Natural Hazards, 2024. Cited by 7 articles
Variation of Ba Concentrations in Some Plants Grown in Pakistan Depending on Traffic Density – Published in Biomass Conversion and Biorefinery, 2024. Cited by 6 articles
Assessment of Emergency Gathering Points and Temporary Shelter Areas for Disaster Resilience in Elazıg, Turkey – Published in Natural Hazards, 2024. Cited by 9 articles
GIS-Based Forest Fire Risk Determination for Milas District, Turkey – Published in Natural Hazards, 2023. Cited by 10 articles
Usability of Biomonitors in Monitoring the Change of Tin Concentration in the Air – Published in Environmental Science and Pollution Research, 2023. Cited by 3 articles
Determination of the Impacts of Urban-Planning of the Urban Land Area Using GIS Hotspot Analysis – Published in Computers and Electronics in Agriculture, 2023. Cited by 11 articles
Evaluation of UTFVI Index Effect on Climate Change in Terms of Urbanization – Published in Environmental Science and Pollution Research, 2023. Cited by 2 articles

mehmet cetin | architecture | Lifetime Achievements Award