Mr. Khurram Shehzad | Ecology | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Khurram Shehzad | Ecology | Best Researcher Award

Ph. D Scholar | Huazhong Agricultural University | China

Mr. Khurram Shehzad is a dedicated researcher in the field of environmental science, with a particular focus on soil and water pollution, heavy metal remediation, and ecological restoration. His research integrates soil microbiology, soil invertebrate ecology, and mechanistic toxicology to understand how ecosystems respond to environmental stressors and how sustainable strategies can restore soil fertility. He has made significant contributions to understanding the roles of organosilicon and functional nanomaterials in mitigating heavy metal toxicity and improving plant resilience under cadmium and arsenic stress. His studies employ multidisciplinary approaches combining omics technologies, biochemical assays, and imaging-based techniques to unravel the molecular, biochemical, and physiological mechanisms underlying pollutant-induced stress responses. Additionally, he explores the functional roles of arthropods in soil reclamation and ecosystem restoration, linking biodiversity to soil health and agricultural sustainability. On Scopus, Khurram Shehzad’s work has garnered 3,679 citations across 105 documents with an h-index of 27, reflecting his high impact in environmental sciences. Similarly, his Google Scholar profile shows growing recognition with 38 citations since 2020, an h-index of 4, and an i10-index of 1, highlighting his emerging contributions to mechanistic toxicology and soil remediation research. His work is shaping innovative approaches to environmental restoration and the development of sustainable agricultural and ecological practices.

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Featured Publications : 

  • Yahya, M., Afzal, M., Majeed, M. Z., Sarwar, I., Shehzad, K., Luqman, M., & Sher, M. S. (2020). Differential impact of land-use, season and soil characteristics on the abundance of edaphic springtails (Insecta: Collembola) and mites (Arachnida: Acari). Pakistan Journal of Zoology, 52(4), 1483.

  • Wang, Z., Tu, S., Shehzad, K., Hou, J., Xiong, S., & Cao, M. (2025). Comparative study of organosilicon and inorganic silicon in reducing cadmium accumulation in wheat: Insights into rhizosphere microbial communities and molecular regulation. Journal of Hazardous Materials, 492, 138061.

  • Shehzad, K., Tu, S., Majeed, M. Z., Lei, B., & Zhang, J. (2024). Arthropods in soil reclamation and bioremediation: Functional roles, mechanisms and future perspective. Journal of Environmental Management, 370, 122820.

  • Majeed, M. Z., Raza, A. B. M., Afzal, M., Salah-ud-Din, H., Sarwar, I., Yahya, M., & Shehzad, K. (2018). Differential impact of different land-use types on the population density and community assemblages of edaphic macroinvertebrates in District Sargodha, Punjab, Pakistan. Pakistan Journal of Zoology, 50(3).

  • Majeed, M. Z., Sarwar, I., Afzal, M., Khalid, M. R., Yahya, M., & Shehzad, K. (2019). Differential composition of edaphic arthropods in different land-use types of District Sargodha (Punjab, Pakistan) and their relationship with soil physico-chemical properties. Pakistan Journal of Zoology, 50(3).

Dr.Razieh Sheikhi |Environmental Engineering|Best Researcher Award

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Dr.Razieh Sheikhi |Environmental Engineering|Best Researcher Award

Dr. Razieh Sheikhi, Tehran University of Medical Sciences,Iran

Razieh Sheikhi serves as an Environmental Chemistry Lab Instructor at the Department of Environmental Health Engineering, Tehran University of Medical Sciences. A PhD candidate (ABD) in Environmental Health Engineering, she holds MSc and BS degrees from the same institution and has dedicated 20 years to teaching environmental chemistry. Her research spans water and wastewater treatment, environmental pollution control, and environmental chemistry. Her significant contributions include innovative methods for pollution reduction and water purification, reflected in a strong publication record with 236 citations and an h-index of 8. Razieh is also an Editorial Board member for the Journal of Advanced Immunopharmacology and a member of the Iranian Association of Environmental Health (IAEH).

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Summary of  Suitability for Award

Razieh Sheikhi’s comprehensive expertise, her track record of impactful research, and her dedication to environmental health make her a compelling candidate for the Best Researcher Award. Her innovative approach to water treatment and pollution control, coupled with her academic and professional contributions, reflect the qualities expected of a top researcher in environmental health engineering. This recognition would further her ability to influence the field and continue her contributions to sustainable environmental practices.

🎓Education:

Razieh Sheikhi is a PhD Candidate (ABD) in Environmental Health Engineering at Tehran University of Medical Sciences, expected to complete her degree in 2024. She earned both her MSc in 2002 and her BS in 1996 from the same institution, where she has developed a strong foundation in environmental health. Her educational background underpins her extensive research and teaching career in environmental chemistry and health engineering.

🏢Work Experience:

Razieh Sheikhi has over 20 years of experience as an Environmental Chemistry Lab Instructor in the Department of Environmental Health Engineering at Tehran University of Medical Sciences. In addition to her teaching role, she serves on the Editorial Board of the Journal of Advanced Immunopharmacology and actively reviews research projects. She is also a dedicated member of the Iranian Association of Environmental Health (IAEH), where she contributes her expertise in environmental health and chemistry.

🏅Awards:

Razieh Sheikhi has over 20 years of experience as an Environmental Chemistry Lab Instructor in the Department of Environmental Health Engineering at Tehran University of Medical Sciences. In addition to her teaching role, she serves on the Editorial Board of the Journal of Advanced Immunopharmacology and actively reviews research projects. She is also a dedicated member of the Iranian Association of Environmental Health (IAEH), where she contributes her expertise in environmental health and chemistry.

🔬Research Focus:

Razieh Sheikhi is nominated for the prestigious Best Researcher Award, recognizing her impactful contributions in environmental health engineering. Her work in water treatment, pollution control, and environmental chemistry reflects a strong commitment to advancing sustainable solutions for environmental challenges.

Publication Top Notes:

  1. A case study of BTEX characteristics and health effects by major point sources of pollution during winter in Iran
    • Citations: 70
  2. Investigation and evaluation of ultrasound reactor for reduction of fungi from sewage
    • Citations: 42
  3. Municipal solid waste recycling: Impacts on energy savings and air pollution
    • Citations: 31
  4. In-vitro effects of Mycobacterium bovis BCG-lysate and its derived heat shock proteins on cytokines secretion by blood mononuclear cells of rheumatoid arthritis patients in …
    • Citations: 24
  5. Synthesis and characterization of amino-functionalized magnetic nanocomposite (Fe3O4–NH2) for fluoride removal from aqueous solution