Pradip Debnath | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Pradip Debnath | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor | Rajarshi College of Education and Skill | India

Dr. Pradip Debnath is a researcher specializing in Transport Geography and Regional Planning at Tripura University, where he has developed strong expertise in spatial mobility, accessibility analysis, and sustainable regional development. He holds advanced qualifications in Geography, culminating in a Ph.D. focused on assessing the developmental impacts of national highway networks, supported by earlier academic training in geography, education, and geospatial studies. His professional experience includes serving as a Junior Research Fellow and Field Assistant on a DBT-funded project investigating anthropogenic influences on wetland biodiversity, along with prior experience as a guest lecturer. Dr. Debnath’s research spans transportation systems, wetland ecosystem health, road network analysis, regional development, spatial connectivity, and geoinformatics-based environmental assessment, reflected in multiple publications across peer-reviewed journals and edited volumes. He has contributed to studies on pollution assessment, landscape transformation, freight route optimization, climate resilience in infrastructure, and community well-being, and has actively presented his work at national and international conferences. He also serves as a permanent reviewer for the American Journal of Traffic and Transportation Engineering and has reviewed for several additional journals, demonstrating a strong commitment to scholarly service. At the end of this distinguished profile, his current scholarly metrics include 24 citations, 5 documents, and an h-index of 2.

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Featured Publications

Pradip Debnath*, Mapping of optimum freight route by using Hybrid VNS algorithm to sustain the economic viability of a landslide-prone area: A case study of Tripura. Natl. Acad. Sci. Lett., 2024, (Online First).

Pradip Debnath*, Application of multivariable statistical and geo-spatial techniques for evaluation of water quality of Rudrasagar wetland, the Ramsar site of India. Water, 2023, 15(23), 4109.

Pradip Debnath*, Assessment of hydro-chemical characteristics and pollution status in Rudrasagar Lake ecosystem integrating pollution indices and geospatial techniques: A framework for sustainable wetland management. Cleaner Water, Accepted.

Hossein Molavi | Chemical Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Hossein Molavi | Chemical Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor of Nano Chemistry | Institute for Advanced Studies in Basic Sciences | Iran

Dr. Hossein Molavi, an Assistant Professor at the Institute for Advanced Studies in Basic Sciences (IASBS), is a distinguished researcher in chemistry specializing in advanced functional materials, metal–organic frameworks, nanocomposites, gas separation, and water treatment. He holds a Ph.D. in Nano Science and Nanotechnology from Sharif University of Technology, preceded by master’s and bachelor’s degrees in nano chemistry and applied chemistry. His professional background includes leading research projects, supervising multidisciplinary studies, and contributing to innovations in membrane technology, adsorbent design, and green synthesis strategies. Dr. Molavi has an extensive record of high-impact publications in top-tier journals, with influential contributions to MOF synthesis, environmental remediation, and polymer functionalization. His achievements have been recognized through multiple national and international honors, including elite foundation scholarships, top rankings in academic Olympiads, distinction among the top 2% of world scientists, and selection as a leading young researcher by major scientific institutions. He is actively involved in scholarly communities through editorial engagements, invited presentations, and participation in professional organizations. His research excellence is further reflected in his citation metrics, with 5146 citations, an h-index of 39, and an i10-index of 48.

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Featured Publications

Hossein Molavi*, Cerium-based metal–organic frameworks: Synthesis, properties, and applications. Coord. Chem. Rev., Accepted.

Hossein Molavi*, Water-born MOFs at room temperature as green adsorbents. Microporous Mesoporous Mater., 2025, 113809.

Hossein Molavi, Wastewater treatment using nanodiamond and related materials. J. Environ. Manage., 2024, 349, 119349.