Evangelos Spyrou | Planetary Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Evangelos Spyrou | Planetary Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Geologist, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Greece

Evangelos Spyrou is a dedicated researcher and professional with a strong focus on geomorphology, geohazards, and geoheritage. His work integrates advanced technologies like Virtual Reality (VR) to enhance the understanding and education of these fields.

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🎓 Education:

Evangelos graduated from high school in 2017, earning his diploma with distinction. This strong academic foundation paved the way for his future endeavors in science and research.

💼 Experience:

Evangelos has been actively involved in several prestigious Erasmus+ projects, contributing significantly to their success. In 2024, he worked on the “Tracing Climate Change (TRACE)” project, focusing on project results and management. From 2023 to 2024, he was part of the “Training new generations on geomorphology, geohazards, and geoheritage through Virtual Reality Technologies (GeoVT)” project, and from 2023 to 2025, he engaged in the “Training pupils on geosciences through Virtual Field Trips (TRiPGiFT)” project, enhancing educational experiences through virtual field trips.

🔬 Research Interests:

Evangelos’s research interests lie in the realms of geomorphology, geohazards, geoheritage, and the application of VR technologies in these areas. He is passionate about promoting geo-education and geotourism through innovative and immersive methods.

🏆 Awards:

While specific awards are not listed, Evangelos’s consistent involvement in high-profile projects and publications indicates his recognition and valued contribution to the field of geosciences.

📚 Publications Top Notes:

Towards Enhanced Understanding and Experience of Landforms, Geohazards, and Geoheritage through Virtual Reality Technologies in Education: Lessons from the GeoVT Project (2024) – Cited by various articles in Geosciences.

Promoting geo-education and geotourism through geosite assessment: A case study from Acheron-Parga, Epirus, Greece (2024) – Published in International Journal of Geoheritage and Parks.

A GIS-Based Assessment of Flood Hazard through Track Records over the 1886–2022 Period in Greece (2023) – Featured in Climate.

Late Quaternary Relative Sea-Level Changes and Vertical GNSS Motions in the Gulf of Corinth: The Asymmetric Localization of Deformation Inside an Active Half-Graben (2023) – Included in Geosciences.

Dr. Irina Konopleva | Organic Geochemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Irina Konopleva | Organic Geochemistry | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Irina Konopleva, Vernadsky Institute of Geochemistry and Analytical Chemistry, Russian Academy of Sciences, Russia

Dr. Irina Konopleva is a distinguished scholar and Senior Researcher at the Vernadsky Institute of Geochemistry and Analytical Chemistry in Moscow, bringing a wealth of expertise to Earth and Planetary Sciences. 🌍 With an MD in Chemistry from M.V. Lomonosov Moscow State University (1977) and a Ph.D. in Radiation Biology from the Institute of Radiology and Agroecology (1999), she showcases a well-rounded education in chemistry and radiation biology. Her professional journey, spanning from 1977 to 2004, included roles at the Institute of Agricultural Radiology and Agroecology, where she studied radiation effects on enzyme activity and Chernobyl radionuclides. In 2005-2006, she collaborated internationally in Germany on a project about Cs-137 migration in forest soil. Currently, at the Vernadsky Institute, Dr. Konopleva explores petroleum chemistry, genesis of oils, and biomarkers’ geochemical significance, contributing to sustainable advancements in energy exploration. Her dedication extends to mentoring, having successfully supervised two PhD theses. 🎓🔬

🎓 Education :

Dr. Irina Konopleva is a distinguished scholar with a solid educational background. She earned her MD in Chemistry from M.V. Lomonosov Moscow State University in 1977, showcasing her expertise in the foundational principles of the field. Later, in 1999, she obtained her Ph.D. in Radiation Biology from the Institute of Radiology and Agroecology in Obninsk. 🎓 Her academic journey reflects a commitment to both the theoretical aspects of chemistry and the practical implications of radiation biology, making her a well-rounded and accomplished professional in her field. 🌐

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🌍 Professional Experience :

Dr. Irina Konopleva brings a wealth of experience to her role as a Senior Researcher at the Vernadsky Institute of Geochemistry and Analytical Chemistry in Moscow, where she has been engaged since 2012. 🌍 Her extensive professional journey began in 1977 and spanned until 2004, encompassing roles as a Junior Research Scientist, Research Scientist, and Senior Researcher at the Institute of Agricultural Radiology and Agroecology. During this period, her focus included the study of external radiation effects on enzyme activity in blood cells of agricultural animals, as well as the behavior of Chernobyl radionuclides in agriculture and forest soil. She also contributed significantly to modeling radionuclide migration in the soil-plant system. 🌱 In 2005-2006, she broadened her international collaboration as an invited scientist at the University of Applied Science Ravensburg-Weingarten in Germany, working on the project “Migration and bioavailability of Cs-137 in forest soil of southern Germany.” 🇩🇪 Dr. Konopleva’s dedication to advancing scientific knowledge is further evidenced by her current research at the Vernadsky Institute, focusing on petroleum chemistry, genesis of oils, and the geochemical significance of biomarkers. 👩‍🔬 Her impactful contributions also extend to mentoring, as she has successfully supervised the defense of two PhD theses by graduate and postgraduate students. 🎓

🌐 Research Interests :

Dr. Irina Konopleva is a distinguished researcher with a passion for Earth and Planetary Sciences, specializing in Geology, Organic Geochemistry, and the Petroleum industry. 🌍🔍 Her work delves into the intricate layers of the Earth, unraveling the mysteries of its geological formations, and exploring the organic chemistry that shapes our planet. 🏞️🔬 With a keen focus on the Petroleum industry, Dr. Konopleva contributes significantly to understanding the Earth’s resources and their utilization, paving the way for sustainable advancements in energy exploration and extraction. 🛢️💡 Her multifaceted research illuminates the intersections of these fields, fostering a deeper comprehension of our planet’s dynamic processes. 🌋✨

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  • 📝 Publications: 21 documents indexed in Scopus.
  • 📊 Citations: A total of 205 citations for his publications, reflecting the widespread impact and recognition of Dr. Zhuzhong Qian’s research within the academic community.

Publications Top Notes :

1.  Genesis of Oils in Eastern Kamchatka: Evidence from Hydrocarbon Biomarkers

Published Year: 2018

Journal: Geochemistry International

Citations: 5

2.  Hydrocarbons from a volcanic area. Oil seeps in the Uzon caldera, Kamchatka

Published Year: 2015

Journal: Geochemistry International

Citations: 21

3.  Influence of fertilizing on the 137Cs soil-plant transfer in a spruce forest of Southern Germany

Published Year: 2009

Journal: Journal of Environmental Radioactivity

Citations: 13

4.  Migration and bioavailability of 137Cs in forest soil of southern Germany

Published Year: 2009

Journal: Journal of Environmental Radioactivity

Citations: 61

5.  Bioavailability of radiostrontium in soil: Experimental study and modeling

Published Year: 2005

Journal: Journal of Environmental Radioactivity

Citations: 23