Geovani Soares de Lima | Water and Soil Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Geovani Soares de Lima | Water and Soil Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor | Federal University of Campina Grande | Brazil

Professor Geovani Soares de Lima is a distinguished academic and researcher serving as an Adjunct Professor at the Federal University of Campina Grande, where he contributes significantly to the field of Agricultural Engineering with expertise in irrigation and drainage. He holds degrees in Agronomy, a Master’s, and a Doctorate in Agricultural Engineering with specialization in irrigation and soil-water management, complemented by postdoctoral research in the same field. His professional experience includes teaching, mentoring, and leading research projects focused on sustainable water use, salinity management, bioinputs, and the physiological and agronomic responses of crops under abiotic stress. As leader of the research group on water, soil, and plant management in irrigated systems (MASP/CNPq) and as a researcher with the National Institute of Science and Technology in Sustainable Agriculture in the Semi-Arid Tropics (INCT AgriS), he has contributed to advancing sustainable agricultural practices and technological innovation. Professor Lima has an extensive record of scientific publications and editorial contributions, serving as editor for the Brazilian Journal of Agricultural and Environmental Engineering and the journal Agriculture. His research achievements have earned him recognition as a CNPq Productivity Research Fellow – Level 1D, reflecting his excellence, productivity, and impact in agricultural sciences. His leadership, dedication to advancing irrigation technologies, and commitment to sustainable agriculture make him an exemplary candidate for recognition through this award.

Profiles: Scopus | ORCID

Featured Publications

  • Silva, A. B., Lima, G. S., Nobre, R. G., & Gheyi, H. R. (2025). Morphophysiological responses of sour passion fruit seedlings to water salinity and hydrogen peroxide. Revista Caatinga, 1–12.

  • Santos, F. J., Lima, G. S., Nobre, R. G., & Gheyi, H. R. (2025). A tool for simplified evaluation of salt and heavy metal stress – Example of salt-stressed basil plants (Ocimum basilicum) amended with castor cake. Industrial Crops and Products, 1–10.

  • Oliveira, M. C., Lima, G. S., Nobre, R. G., & Gheyi, H. R. (2025). Mineral nutrition and yield of irrigated sour passion fruit as influenced by an alternative organic source, sisal shredding residue. Revista Caatinga, 1–10.

  • Souza, V. L., Lima, G. S., Nobre, R. G., & Gheyi, H. R. (2025). Ascorbic acid as an elicitor of salt stress on the physiology and growth of guava. Revista Caatinga, 1–12.

  • Almeida, P. R., Lima, G. S., Nobre, R. G., & Gheyi, H. R. (2025). Foliar application of ascorbic acid in guava cultivation under water replacement levels. Revista Caatinga, 1–12.

    Prof. Geovani Soares de Lima’s research advances sustainable agricultural practices through innovative approaches to irrigation, soil, and water management, addressing critical challenges of salinity and resource efficiency. His work contributes to global food security, environmental resilience, and technological innovation in agricultural production systems.

Ilker Acar | Sustainable Water Treatment | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Ilker Acar | Sustainable Water Treatment | Best Researcher Award

Research Staff | Ataturk University | Turkey

Asst. Prof. İlker Acar is an accomplished academic and researcher specializing in environmental engineering, with a strong interdisciplinary background in mining and mineral processing. He earned his doctoral degree with a focus on the characterization and utilization potential of industrial by-products and holds undergraduate and graduate qualifications in engineering and natural sciences. Currently serving as an Assistant Professor at Atatürk University, he has extensive professional experience in environmental protection, wastewater treatment, and waste management, contributing to both academic research and applied industry projects. His research focuses on wastewater collection and treatment, pollution prevention, hazardous waste management, geopolymers, composite materials, polymeric adsorbents, and surface chemistry. He has published in high-impact journals such as Sustainability, Chemosphere, and Journal of Sustainable Metallurgy, demonstrating his dedication to sustainable materials and environmental remediation. Dr. Acar has supervised postgraduate theses, participated in academic juries, and played a key role in developing innovative research in environmental technologies. Recognized for his scholarly contributions with a growing citation record, he exemplifies academic excellence and leadership in advancing sustainability-focused research. His continuous commitment to research innovation, mentoring, and collaborative initiatives underscores his strong potential for future advancements and further recognition as a leading figure in his field.

Profiles: Google Scholar | Scopus | ORCID

Featured Publications

1. Açışlı, Ö., Acar, İ., & Khataee, A. (2022). Preparation of a surface modified fly ash-based geopolymer for removal of an anionic dye: Parameters and adsorption mechanism. Chemosphere, 295, 133870.

2. Açışlı, O., Acar, I., & Khataee, A. (2020). Preparation of a fly ash-based geopolymer for removal of a cationic dye: Isothermal, kinetic and thermodynamic studies. Journal of Industrial and Engineering Chemistry, 83, 53–63.

3. Acar, I., & Atalay, M. U. (2013). Characterization of sintered class F fly ashes. Fuel, 106, 195–203.

4. Acar, I., & Atalay, M. U. (2016). Recovery potentials of cenospheres from bituminous coal fly ashes. Fuel, 180, 97–105.

5. Acar, I., & Açışlı, O. (2018). Mechano-chemical surface modification of calcite by wet-stirred ball milling. Applied Surface Science, 457, 208–213.

Dr. İlker Acar’s research advances sustainable environmental technologies through innovative use of industrial by-products and waste materials, contributing to cleaner production and circular economy solutions. His work bridges science and industry by developing eco-efficient methods for wastewater treatment and resource recovery, fostering global progress toward environmental sustainability.