Environmental and Climate Statistics | Women Researcher Award

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Mrs. Fatoumata Sokona | Environmental and Climate Statistics | Women Researcher Award

The University of Parakou | IER: Institute of Rural Economy | Mali

Mrs. Fatoumata Sokona, a Malian researcher passionate about rural development and agroecology, is pursuing a PhD in Agricultural Economics at the University of Parakou, Benin and Co-supervised by the Institution of Rural Economics Mali. Her doctoral research focuses on the socio-economic and environmental impacts of organic cotton production in Southern Mali, reflecting her strong commitment to promoting sustainable agricultural practices. She serves as a Research Assistant on the Agroecological Transition Support (AgrEco) project at the Institut d’Economie Rurale (IER) in Bamako, Mali, where she contributes to evaluating agroecological technologies, integrating innovative products into agricultural value chains, and supporting farmers socio-economically. Alongside her research, Fatoumata is also a part-time Teaching Assistant at the University of Segou, where she leads tutorials on agricultural sector analysis, marketing of agricultural products, gender, microeconomics, and value chain organization. She holds a Master’s degree in Economics, Sociology, and Communication for Rural Development from the University of Abomey-Calavi, Benin, and a Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Economics from the University of Segou. Fatoumata’s research has resulted in publications in recognized journals such as Organic Agriculture  and Sustainable Environment (Taylor and Francis). Fluent in French and proficient in English, with basic knowledge of Arabic, she is skilled in Microsoft Office, SPSS, Stata, Minitab, KoboCollect, and SAFA for sustainability analysis. Motivated by curiosity and a passion for impactful research, she actively engages in workshops, seminars, and discussions to promote agroecology and sustainable farming. Beyond her academic and professional pursuits, she enjoys research, sports, and travel, which continue to broaden her perspective and inspire her efforts toward advancing agroecological transformation and rural development in Africa.

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Sokona, F., Idrissou, L., Yabi, J., & Kone, B. (2025). Determinants of diversity in organic cotton farming in Bougouni and Yanfolila (CMDT Zone in Mali). Organic Agriculture.

Kostiantyn Kotenko | Operations Research and Statistical Optimization | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Kostiantyn Kotenko | Operations Research and Statistical Optimization | Best Researcher Award

S.P.Timoshenko Institute of Mechanics | Ukraine

Dr. Kostyantin Kotenko is an Professor in the Department of Theoretical Mechanics at the Kyiv National University of Construction and Architecture (KNUCA), Ukraine, specialising in building structures and civil engineering systems. He holds the degree of Candidate of Technical Sciences (equivalent to PhD) and has developed extensive expertise in the dynamics of layered, or sandwich, shell structures with inhomogeneous fillers. A graduate of KNUCA, Dr. Kotenko’s academic background is rooted in the theory and design of complex structural systems, and his research focuses on the dynamic response and stability of multi-layered shells subjected to transient, impact, and nonstationary loads. Over his career, he has co-authored numerous influential papers in international journals, exploring dynamic responses of domes, cylindrical and conical shells with inhomogeneous elastic cores. His work has earned recognition for its analytical depth and contribution to advancing the field of structural dynamics. According to his Scopus profile, Dr. Kotenko has authored 10 scientific publications, received approximately 16 citations, and holds an h-index of 1, reflecting his active engagement and growing impact in the global research community. At KNUCA, he teaches theoretical mechanics and structural dynamics, supervises postgraduate research, and contributes to academic development through innovative research on layered shell mechanics. His continuing investigations into the stress–strain behaviour and stability of multi-layered systems have practical applications in modern civil and aerospace engineering. Dr. Kotenko’s scholarly contributions, combined with his dedication to education and applied mechanics, establish him as a prominent specialist in the field of dynamic analysis of layered and composite structural shells.

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Baptiste Pigno | Environmental and Climate Statistics | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Baptiste Pignon | Environmental and Climate Statistics | Best Researcher Award

National Institute of Health and Medical Research (INSERM) | France

Prof. Baptiste Pignon is a distinguished psychiatrist and researcher affiliated with the Department of Psychiatry, INSERM, Fondation FondaMental, Hopitaux Universitaires Henri Mondor, Creteil, France. His research primarily focuses on the intersections of psychiatry, environmental health, and public health epidemiology, with particular attention to the mental health impacts of climate change and environmental stressors. Prof. Pignon has made substantial contributions to the study of psychiatric emergencies, mood and psychotic disorders, and their associations with climatic variables such as temperature, air pollution, and green exposure. His interdisciplinary expertise integrates psychiatric epidemiology, biostatistics, and environmental psychology, enabling him to explore how external environmental determinants affect the onset, severity, and healthcare utilization patterns in mental illnesses. He has collaborated extensively with national and international research consortia, including the CONSTANCES cohort and the Fondation FondaMental network, fostering data-driven insights into mental health determinants across diverse populations. Prof. Pignon has authored and co-authored more than 131 scientific documents, including peer-reviewed journal articles, book chapters, and conference proceedings, reflecting his dedication to advancing psychiatric research. His scholarly impact is evidenced by an h-index of 21 and over 2,385 citations (as indexed in Scopus), marking him as one of the leading French researchers in the field of environmental psychiatry. His recent works have explored nuanced factors such as school holidays, thermal comfort indices, and contextual variables in understanding psychiatric outcomes related to extreme temperatures-addressing methodological limitations in prior global studies. Beyond his contributions to research, Prof. Pignon is also deeply involved in clinical practice and academic mentorship, guiding early-career psychiatrists and epidemiologists in methodological rigor and evidence-based approaches to mental health. His investigations-such as the case-crossover analyses of psychiatric emergencies in response to thermal variations-have provided critical implications for health policy, climate adaptation strategies, and mental health preparedness in urban and suburban contexts. Through his commitment to translational research, Prof. Baptiste Pignon continues to shape the understanding of how environmental and climatic stressors influence psychiatric morbidity and health system responses, bridging scientific inquiry and clinical application to improve patient outcomes and public resilience amid accelerating climate challenges.

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Fatih Durmaz | Environmental and Climate Statistics | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Fatih Durmaz | Environmental and Climate Statistics | Best Researcher Award

Selcuk University | Turkey

Mr. Fatih Durmaz is an accomplished scholar and researcher in Analytical Chemistry at the Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, Selcuk University, Türkiye, where he currently serves as a Dr. Faculty Member. He earned his Ph.D. in Chemistry from Selcuk University’s Graduate School of Natural and Applied Sciences, following his master’s and undergraduate studies at the same institution. Mr. Durmaz has made significant contributions to the fields of chromatography, gas chromatography, HPLC column packing materials, trace element determination, industrial oil and water analysis, and membrane separation technologies. His scientific achievements are reflected in an impressive research output of over 29 Scopus-indexed documents, accumulating more than 424 citations and maintaining an h-index of 11, underscoring his substantial influence within the analytical and materials chemistry community. Mr. Durmaz has authored numerous high-impact publications in leading international journals such as Applied Physics A, Materials Science in Semiconductor Processing, Journal of Electronic Materials, Inorganic Chemistry Communications, Desalination and Water Treatment, and Talent. His work often explores environmentally sustainable synthesis methods, nanomaterial-based photodiode devices, and innovative chromatographic systems for chemical analysis. He has also served as a principal investigator and project leader for several national and international research initiatives, including collaborations with the European Commission and Austrian Institute of Technology. Beyond research, Mr. Durmaz has mentored graduate students, supervised multiple theses, and contributed actively to conferences, highlighting his dedication to academic excellence and scientific advancement. His expertise in combining green chemistry principles with analytical innovation continues to position him as a leading figure in chemical sciences and applied analytical research.

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Featured Publications

Karadeniz, S., Yıldız, D. E., Yıldırım, M., Mirza, S., Durmaz, F., & Barıs, B. (2025). Investigation of illumination effects on photovoltaic features of Al/p-Si Schottky diode with different amount of mixed PANI: Rubrene interface. Journal of Materials Science: Materials in Electronics, 36(9).

Dilber, A., Hussaini, A. A., Durmaz, F., Ulukus, D., & Yıldırım, M. (2025). Fabrication of hydrophobic waste-based microfibers incorporated with green synthesized metal oxides for oil/water separation applications. Waste and Biomass Valorization.

Kaies Samet | Environmental and Climate Statistics | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc Prof. Dr. Kaies Samet | Environmental and Climate Statistics | Best Researcher Award

High Institute of Industrial Management of Sfax | Tunisia

Assoc Prof. Dr. Kaies Samet is a highly accomplished academic and researcher in the field of Economic Sciences, currently serving as Maitre de Conferences at the Institut Superieur de Gestion Industrielle de Sfax, Tunisia, and as an active researcher at the Laboratoire en Economie de Developpement, Faculty of Economics and Management of Sfax. He holds a Doctorate and a University Habilitation in Economic Sciences from the Faculty of Economics and Management of Sfax, earned with distinction. Over his long and dedicated academic career, he has taught at several prominent Tunisian institutions including the Institut Superieur de Gestion de Gabes, Ecole Superieure de Commerce de Sfax, Esprit School of Business, and Universite Centrale de Tunis. His teaching and research cover a wide range of topics such as economic growth, the knowledge economy, digital transformation, innovation systems, decision making models, and regional development. Dr Kaies Samet has authored more than forty five academic publications, including journal articles, book chapters, and conference papers, which together have received over 8 citations, demonstrating his influence in the academic community, with an h index of 2 according to Scopus. His research contributions often bridge theory and practice, addressing the dynamics of technological progress, information systems, and their implications for sustainable economic development in emerging economies. Beyond his research output, he has guided many students in postgraduate programs and collaborated with interdisciplinary teams on projects related to economic intelligence, competitiveness, and policy innovation. Dr. Samet is widely recognized for his analytical rigor, innovative thinking, and commitment to advancing economic education and applied research in Tunisia and abroad. His continuous engagement in academic conferences, seminars, and research collaborations reflects his passion for knowledge dissemination and his vision of building a stronger, innovation driven economy through education, research, and regional development initiatives.

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Featured Publications

Ben Flah, I., Samet, K., El Ammari, A., & Terzi, C. (2025). Shock and volatility transmissions across global commodity and stock markets spillovers: Empirical evidence from Africa. Journal of Risk and Financial Management, 18(6), 332.

Shujie Chang | Environmental and Climate Statistics | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc Prof. Dr. Shujie Chang | Environmental and Climate Statistics | Best Researcher Award

Guangdong Ocean University | China

Assoc Prof. Dr. Shujie Chang is an accomplished Associate Professor and supervisor of master’s students at the College of Ocean and Meteorology, Guangdong Ocean University, China, with extensive experience in atmospheric and climate sciences. His research focuses on understanding the complex interactions between the stratosphere and troposphere, with particular emphasis on gravity wave processes, ENSO dynamics, high-latitude and tropical teleconnections, and the factors influencing stratospheric ozone over the Tibetan Plateau. Dr. Chang has made significant contributions to modeling these interactions using advanced climate and weather simulation models, satellite observations, and data assimilation techniques. He has led multiple major research projects funded by national and provincial foundations, highlighting his leadership and expertise in the field. With over 20 peer-reviewed publications, his research has garnered notable attention, reflected in an h-index of 6 and approximately 85 citations, demonstrating both the impact and relevance of his work. In addition to his research achievements, he has served as a reviewer for numerous scientific journals and as a Guest Editor for the journal Atmosphere. Dr. Chang is also recognized for his dedication to teaching, having received multiple awards for excellence in instruction, and his contributions have been further acknowledged through prestigious honors such as the Guangdong Province Outstanding Young Meteorological Science and Technology Award.

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