Bonggeun Song | Geo-Spatial Analysis | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Bonggeun Song, Geo-Spatial Analysis, Best Researcher Award

Doctorate at Changwon National University, South Korea

Summary:

Dr. Bonggeun Song is an esteemed researcher and academic with a background in environmental engineering and urban planning. He obtained his Ph.D. from the Department of Environmental Engineering at Changwon National University, where he focused on developing methodologies for environmental planning to mitigate climate change and heat island effects in urban areas. His research also extends to disaster management and resilience, exploring strategies to enhance community preparedness and response.

With extensive professional experience, Dr. Song has served in various capacities, including as a Research Professor at the Institute of Industrial Technology in Changwon National University and as a Principle Researcher at the National Disaster Management Research Institute in Ulsan, Korea. He has also contributed significantly as a lecturer and researcher in several prestigious institutions in Korea.

Professional Profile:

👩‍🎓Education:

Ph.D. (2011~2014) – Department of Environmental Engineering, Changwon National University Dissertation Title: “Development of Environmental Planning Methodology for Mitigation of Climate Change and Heat Island Effect in Urban Areas”

M.A. (2009~2011) – Department of Environmental Engineering, Changwon National University Thesis Title: “Development of Integrated Spatial Environmental Assessment and Planning Methods for Improving the Urban Climate and Air Quality”

B.A. (2002~2009) – Department of Environmental Engineering, Changwon National University

Professional Experience:

Dr. Bonggeun Song has a diverse professional experience in research, academia, and industry:

He served as a Research Professor at the Institute of Industrial Technology in Changwon National University since December 2018, where he contributed significantly to various research projects.

Prior to this, he held the position of Principal Researcher at the National Disaster Management Research Institute in Ulsan, Korea, from March 2016 to December 2018. Here, he played a crucial role in conducting research related to disaster management and resilience.

Before joining the National Disaster Management Research Institute, Dr. Song worked as a Researcher at the Changwon Research Institute in Changwon, Korea, from July 2015 to March 2016. His responsibilities included conducting research in the field of environmental engineering.

Earlier in his career, he worked as a Researcher at the National Institute of Ecology in Seocheon, Korea, from September 2014 to June 2015, where he focused on environmental research and conservation efforts.

Dr. Song also served as a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the Institute of Industrial Technology in Changwon National University from February to August 2014, contributing to interdisciplinary research projects.

Additionally, he gained teaching experience as a Lecturer at the Department of Environmental Engineering, Changwon National University, from August 2012 to June 2013, where he imparted knowledge to students on environmental engineering concepts.

Furthermore, Dr. Song started his academic journey as a Teaching Assistant at the Department of Environmental Engineering, Changwon National University, from August 2010 to December 2010, where he assisted in teaching and research activities.

Research Interest:

Climate Change Mitigation: Investigating strategies and methodologies for mitigating the effects of climate change, including the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions and adaptation measures.

Urban Climate and Air Quality Improvement: Developing integrated spatial assessment and planning methods aimed at improving urban climate conditions and air quality in urban areas.

Disaster Management and Resilience: Exploring approaches to enhance disaster preparedness, response, and recovery, with a focus on building resilience in communities and infrastructure systems.

Environmental Planning and Assessment: Developing methodologies and tools for environmental planning and assessment to address various environmental challenges, such as heat island effects and air pollution.

Sustainable Development: Studying solutions and policies to promote sustainable development, balancing environmental conservation with socioeconomic growth and urbanization.

Industrial Technology and Innovation: Investigating the application of advanced technologies and innovative solutions in industrial processes to minimize environmental impacts and enhance sustainability.

Publications Top Noted: 

Title: Detection of aquatic plants using multispectral UAV imagery and vegetation index

  • Authors: B. Song, K. Park
  • Journal: Remote Sensing
  • Volume: 12
  • Issue: 3
  • Pages: 387
  • Year: 2020
  • Citations: 60

Title: Contribution of greening and high-albedo coatings to improvements in the thermal environment in complex urban areas

  • Authors: B. Song, K. Park
  • Journal: Advances in Meteorology
  • Year: 2015
  • Citations: 41

Title: Analysis of heat island characteristics considering urban space at nighttime

  • Authors: B.G. Song, K.H. Park
  • Journal: Journal of the Korean Association of Geographic Information Studies
  • Volume: 15
  • Issue: 1
  • Pages: 39
  • Year: 2012

Title: Verification of accuracy of unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) land surface temperature images using in-situ data

  • Authors: B. Song, K. Park
  • Journal: Remote Sensing
  • Volume: 12
  • Issue: 2
  • Pages: 288
  • Year: 2020
  • Citations: 36

Title: Validation of ENVI-met model with in situ measurements considering spatial characteristics of land use types

  • Authors: B.G. Song, K.H. Park, S.G. Jung
  • Journal: Journal of the Korean Association of Geographic Information Studies
  • Volume: 17
  • Issue: 2
  • Pages: 35
  • Year: 2014

Nahid Sultana | Econometrics | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Nahid Sultana, Econometrics, Best Researcher Award

Doctorate at Jahangirnagar University Bangladesh

Summary:

Dr. Nahid Sultana is an accomplished economist with expertise in sustainable development, urban economics, and economic policy. She holds a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Economics from the University of Southern Queensland, Australia, where her research focused on the informal sector’s impact on sustainable development from an urban perspective. Dr. Sultana’s academic journey includes obtaining a Master of Economics (MEc) from the University of New South Wales (UNSW), Australia, and a Master of Science in Economics (MSc) from Jahangirnagar University, Bangladesh. She began her career as a Lecturer at BRAC University in Dhaka, Bangladesh, and subsequently served as an Associate Professor at Jahangirnagar University. Dr. Sultana’s professional experience also includes research assistantships at the University of Southern Queensland and teaching roles at various academic institutions. Her research interests encompass economic policy, poverty alleviation, income inequality, labor markets, and social welfare policies. Dr. Sultana is committed to advancing knowledge in economics and contributing to evidence-based policymaking for sustainable and inclusive development.

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👩‍🎓Education & Qualification:

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Economics

  • University of Southern Queensland, QLD, Australia
  • Year of Completion: 2023
  • Thesis Title: ‘The informal sector and its impact on sustainable development: An empirical study on urban perspective.’

Master of Economics (MEC)

  • University of New South Wales (UNSW), Australia
  • Year of Completion: 2018

Master of Science in Economics (MSC)

  • Jahangirnagar University, Dhaka, Bangladesh
  • Year of Completion: 2005

Bachelor of Science in Economics (BSc Honours)

  • Jahangirnagar University, Dhaka, Bangladesh
  • Year of Completion: 2002

Professional Experience:  

Dr. Nahid Sultana has a rich and diverse professional experience that spans various roles in academia and research. She has contributed significantly to the field of economics through her academic positions and research endeavors. As a Sessional Academic Staff at the Australian Catholic University in NSW, Australia, since December 2022, she has been involved in developing and delivering lectures, conducting workshops, and undertaking research activities. Prior to this role, she served as a Research Assistant at the University of Southern Queensland in Toowoomba, QLD, Australia, where she contributed to literature reviews, methodology development, data analysis, and manuscript writing for research projects. With extensive experience as an Associate Professor and Lecturer at Jahangirnagar University in Dhaka, Bangladesh, she has made substantial contributions to academic research, curriculum development, course delivery, and student supervision. Dr. Sultana’s academic journey reflects her commitment to advancing knowledge in economics and her dedication to educating and mentoring the next generation of scholars.

Research Interest:

Dr. Nahid Sultana’s research interests lie in the intersection of economics, sustainable development, and urban perspectives. She is particularly interested in studying the informal sector and its impact on sustainable development, employing empirical methodologies to understand the dynamics of urban economies. Additionally, Dr. Sultana is passionate about exploring issues related to economic policy, poverty alleviation, and inclusive growth. Her research agenda also encompasses topics such as income inequality, labor markets, and social welfare policies. Overall, she seeks to contribute to the advancement of knowledge in economics and inform evidence-based policymaking for fostering equitable and sustainable development.

Publication Top Noted:

Title: Biohydrogen from food waste: Modeling and estimation by machine learning based super learner approach

  • Authors: N. Sultana, S.M.Z. Hossain, S.S. Aljameel, B. Haq, M.M. Hossain
  • Journal: International Journal of Hydrogen Energy
  • Year: 2023
  • Volume: 48
  • Issue: 49
  • Pages: 18586–18600

Title: Microplastics in freshwater wild and farmed fish species of Bangladesh

  • Authors: N. Sultana, R.R. Tista, M.S. Islam, S. Islam, M.N. Naser
  • Journal: Environmental Science and Pollution Research
  • Year: 2023
  • Volume: 30
  • Issue: 28
  • Pages: 72009–72025

Title: Investigating the prospect of cleaner production in informal enterprises: A scientific assessment of environmental burdens and economic efficiency

  • Authors: N. Sultana, M.M. Rahman, R. Khanam, K.M.Z. Islam, M.R. Islam Rayhan
  • Journal: Heliyon
  • Year: 2023
  • Volume: 9
  • Issue: 3
  • Article number: e14583

Title: Forecasting Long-Term Electricity Consumption in Saudi Arabia Based on Statistical and Machine Learning Algorithms to Enhance Electric Power Supply Management

  • Authors: S.H. Almuhaini, N. Sultana
  • Journal: Energies
  • Year: 2023
  • Volume: 16
  • Issue: 4
  • Pages: 2035

Title: How Does Electricity Affect Economic Growth? Examining the Role of Government Policy to Selected Four South Asian Countries

  • Authors: M.M. Rahman, I. Rayhan, N. Sultana
  • Journal: Energies
  • Year: 2023
  • Volume: 16
  • Issue: 3
  • Pages: 1417