Okopi Johnson Odumu | Earth and Planetary Sciences | Innovative Research Award

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Innovative Research Award

Okopi Johnson Odumu
University of Jos, Nigeria

Okopi Johnson Odumu
Affiliation University of Jos
Country Nigeria
Scopus ID 60151792300
Documents 1
Citations 1
h-index 1
Subject Area Earth and Planetary Sciences
Event International Forensic Scientist Awards
ORCID 0009-0003-4894-9653

Okopi Johnson Odumu is a researcher affiliated with the University of Jos, Nigeria, whose documented research activity falls within Earth and Planetary Sciences. His listed scholarly record includes research addressing radiometric and geochemical indicators associated with anthills and their potential application to mineral exploration in the Bashar area of the Upper Benue Trough, North Central Nigeria. The research was published in Discover Minerals on 16 September 2026. [1]

Abstract

The documented research focuses on the use of radiometric and geochemical indicators in anthills as guides for mineral exploration within the Bashar sector of the Upper Benue Trough in North Central Nigeria. The study connects surface materials associated with anthills to geological investigation, presenting an approach relevant to mineral exploration and Earth science research. The publication appeared in Discover Minerals in September 2026. [1]

Keywords

  • Mineral exploration
  • Radiometric indicators
  • Geochemical indicators
  • Anthills
  • Upper Benue Trough

Introduction

Mineral exploration commonly integrates geological, geochemical and geophysical evidence to identify areas that may warrant further investigation. Within this context, the study by Okopi Johnson Odumu examines anthill-associated materials as potential indicators for mineral exploration in a defined geological setting in Nigeria. The work is specifically associated with the Bashar area of the Upper Benue Trough, providing a regional focus for its Earth science contribution. [1]

Research Profile

Odumu’s documented scholarly profile is presently represented by one Scopus-indexed document, one citation and an h-index of 1. His research classification is within Earth and Planetary Sciences, while his identified publication addresses the intersection of geochemical and radiometric observations with mineral exploration. These records provide a concise bibliometric snapshot of the researcher’s indexed scholarly activity. [2]

Research Contributions

The principal contribution documented in the available publication is the investigation of anthills as guides for mineral exploration. By considering radiometric and geochemical indicators in relation to anthill materials, the research addresses a field-based pathway for interpreting geological information in the Bashar region. Its significance is therefore connected to methodological application within mineral exploration rather than to a broad claim of universal applicability. [1]

Publications

The identified publication is Radiometric and geochemical indicators in anthills as guides for mineral exploration in Bashar Upper Benue Trough North Central Nigeria, published in Discover Minerals on 16 September 2026. It is recorded as a journal article and is associated. [1]

Research Impact

The current indexed metrics document one Scopus citation and an h-index of 1. Because the publication is dated September 2026, these bibliometric indicators represent an early stage of indexed impact and should be interpreted in relation to publication age and future citation development. [2]

Award Suitability

For an Innovative Research Award, the documented work provides a clearly identifiable research theme involving radiometric and geochemical indicators, anthill materials and mineral exploration. Its relevance can be considered in relation to the award’s emphasis on research innovation, while the available bibliometric record provides supporting documentation of indexed scholarly activity. [1] [2]

Conclusion

Okopi Johnson Odumu’s documented research profile is centered on Earth and Planetary Sciences, with a published study examining radiometric and geochemical indicators in anthills for mineral exploration in the Upper Benue Trough. The publication establishes a specific research contribution, while the available Scopus record provides an initial bibliometric basis for documenting its scholarly presence.

References

  1. Odumu, O. J. (2026). Radiometric and geochemical indicators in anthills as guides for mineral exploration in Bashar Upper Benue Trough North Central Nigeria. Discover Minerals. DOI: 10.1007/s44346-026-00020-z.
    https://doi.org/10.1007/s44346-026-00020-z
  2. Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Okopi Johnson Odumu, Author ID 60151792300. Scopus.
    https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=60151792300
  3. ORCID. (n.d.). Okopi Johnson Odumu, ORCID iD 0009-0003-4894-9653.
    https://orcid.org/0009-0003-4894-9653
  4. Springer Nature. (2026). Discover Minerals. Publication record associated with DOI 10.1007/s44346-026-00020-z.
  5. International Forensic Scientist Awards. (n.d.). Official Award Website.
    forensicscientist.org

Latha Radhadevi | Environmental Science | Innovative Research Award

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Innovative Research Award

Latha Radhadevi
Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology, India

Latha Radhadevi
Affiliation Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology
Country India
Scopus ID 55880952000
Documents 43
Citations 610
h-index 14
Subject Area Environmental Science
Event International Forensic Scientist Awards
ORCID 0000-0002-1822-565X

Latha Radhadevi is a researcher affiliated with the Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology whose documented research profile is situated within Environmental Science. The supplied bibliographic record identifies 43 documents, 610 citations, and an h-index of 14. Her recent publication record addresses environmental monitoring, atmospheric pollution, land-use and land-cover change, evapotranspiration, forest-fire impacts, and air-quality assessment, providing a research portfolio connected to environmental observation and analysis.

Abstract

The research profile of Latha Radhadevi encompasses environmental monitoring and assessment with particular relevance to air quality, particulate matter, forest-fire effects, and environmental controls on hydrological processes. Recent work includes a 2026 study examining heavy-metal exposure and source profiling through leaf-deposited particulate matter in Pune city [1]. Other documented studies examine evapotranspiration under changing land-use and weather conditions, forest-fire effects on air quality, and observed changes in Delhi air quality [2] [3] [4].

Keywords

Environmental Science; air quality; particulate matter; heavy metals; atmospheric pollution; forest fires; land-use and land-cover change; evapotranspiration; environmental monitoring.

Introduction

Environmental research increasingly integrates atmospheric observations, land-surface information, and indicators of pollution exposure to understand changes across urban and regional environments. Radhadevi’s supplied publication record reflects this interdisciplinary setting. The studies cover both direct environmental measurements and analytical approaches for identifying environmental drivers, including particulate deposition, forest fires, weather parameters, and land-use change.

Research Profile

The profile combines environmental observation with assessment of pollution sources and environmental variability. The 2026 article on leaf-deposited particulate matter considers heavy-metal exposure and source profiling in Pune, while the 2025 work on the Chota Nagpur Plateau examines sustained agriculture indicators and relationships involving land-use and land-cover and weather parameters [1] [2]. These themes place the research within applied environmental monitoring and climate-sensitive environmental assessment.

Research Contributions

  • Assessment of heavy-metal exposure and particulate sources using leaf-deposited material in an urban environment [1].
  • Analysis of land-use, weather parameters, evapotranspiration, and agricultural sustainability indicators [2].
  • Investigation of forest-fire effects on air quality in Northeast India [3].

Publications

Selected recent publications include Heavy metal exposure and source profiling based on leaf-deposited particulate matter in Pune city, published in Environmental Monitoring and Assessment on 16 September 2026 [1]; Indicators of sustained agriculture, impacts of LULC and weather parameters on ET: Case study in Chota Nagpur Plateau, published in Environmental and Sustainability Indicators in September 2025 [2]; and Assessing the impact of forest fires on air quality in Northeast India, published in Environmental Science: Atmospheres in 2025 [3]. A 2024 preprint addressed changes in Delhi air quality during 2011–2021 and the impact of mitigation measures [4].

Research Impact

The supplied Scopus metrics indicate 43 indexed documents, 610 citations, and an h-index of 14. These bibliometric indicators provide a quantitative view of documented scholarly visibility and should be interpreted in relation to publication year, disciplinary citation practices, and database coverage. The recent publications demonstrate continuing engagement with environmental monitoring questions involving air pollution, particulate matter, land-surface processes, and fire-related atmospheric effects.

Award Suitability

For an Innovative Research Award within the International Forensic Scientist Awards framework, the documented research can be considered in relation to its environmental monitoring focus, application of analytical approaches, and relevance to contemporary environmental assessment. The supplied publication record provides identifiable evidence of research activity in heavy-metal exposure, air quality, forest fires, and land-surface processes [1] [2] [3].

Conclusion

Latha Radhadevi’s documented research profile is centered on Environmental Science, with recent work spanning particulate pollution, heavy-metal exposure, forest-fire impacts, air-quality assessment, and land-surface processes. The supplied bibliometric record and recent DOI-indexed publications provide measurable and traceable indicators of ongoing scholarly activity.

References

  1. Environmental Monitoring and Assessment. (2026). Heavy metal exposure and source profiling based on leaf-deposited particulate matter in Pune city.
    https://doi.org/10.1007/s10661-026-15906-w
  2. Environmental and Sustainability Indicators. (2025). Indicators of sustained agriculture, impacts of LULC and weather parameters on ET: Case study in Chota Nagpur Plateau.
    https://doi.org/10.1016/j.indic.2025.100836
  3. Environmental Science: Atmospheres. (2025). Assessing the impact of forest fires on air quality in Northeast India.
    https://doi.org/10.1039/D4EA00107A
  4. EGUsphere. (2024). Observed improvement in air quality in Delhi during 2011–2021: Impact of mitigation measures.
    https://doi.org/10.5194/egusphere-2024-803
  5. Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Latha Radhadevi, Author ID 55880952000. Scopus.
    https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=55880952000
  6. ORCID. (n.d.). Latha Radhadevi ORCID profile.
    https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1822-565X

Valery Astakhov | Earth and Planetary Sciences | Lifetime achievement Award

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Lifetime Achievement Award

Valery Astakhov
Saint Petersburg State University, Russia
Valery Astakhov
Affiliation Saint Petersburg State University
Country Russia
Scopus ID 7006796891
Documents 70
Citations 4,288
h-index 25
Subject Area Earth and Planetary Sciences
Event International Forensic Scientist Awards
ORCID 0000-0002-3823-6073

The Lifetime Achievement Award recognition highlights the long-term scholarly contribution of Valery Astakhov, whose research has contributed to the understanding of Quaternary environments, glacial history, paleogeography, sea-level change and Late Pleistocene geological development. Associated with Saint Petersburg State University, his scientific record includes sustained publication activity and research influence within Earth and Planetary Sciences. His indexed research profile records 70 documents, 4,288 citations and an h-index of 25, reflecting continued engagement with internationally relevant questions concerning northern Eurasian glaciation and Quaternary landscape evolution.[1]

Abstract

Valery Astakhov’s research profile is characterized by sustained contributions to Quaternary geology and the reconstruction of glacial and interglacial environments. His work addresses the chronology and correlation of Late Pleistocene events, northern Russian glaciation, sea-level indicators, loess distribution and the reorganization of Eurasian fluvial systems. These studies contribute to broader interpretations of environmental change across the Northern Hemisphere.[2]

Keywords

Lifetime Achievement Award, Valery Astakhov, Quaternary Science, Late Pleistocene, Glacial Geology, Northern Eurasia, Paleogeography, Earth and Planetary Sciences.

Introduction

Research into Quaternary environmental history provides important evidence for understanding long-term climatic variability and landscape development. Astakhov’s work has examined geological archives across Russia and northwestern Eurasia, with particular attention to glaciation, interglaciation and associated sedimentary records. His studies connect regional geological observations with wider reconstructions of Northern Hemisphere environmental history.[3]

Research Profile

The research profile of Valery Astakhov encompasses Quaternary stratigraphy, glacial geomorphology, paleoclimate reconstruction and the geological evolution of northern Eurasia. His work has explored the timing and extent of former ice sheets and the interpretation of geological evidence associated with interglacial periods. Recent publications continue to examine correlations among Late Pleistocene deposits and environmental proxies.[4]

Research Contributions

  • Investigation of Late Pleistocene correlations in glaciated regions of Russia.
  • Research on last interglacial sea-level proxies across the glaciated Northern Hemisphere.
  • Studies concerning Russian loessoids, their varieties and geographical distribution.
  • Analysis of glacial lake-outburst floods and fluvial-system reorganization in northwestern Eurasia.[5]

Publications

Selected publications include Late Pleistocene correlations in glaciated Russia in Quaternary International (2024), Last interglacial sea-level proxies in the glaciated Northern Hemisphere in Earth System Science Data (2022), and studies addressing Russian loessoids and the penultimate interglaciation of northern Russia. These publications demonstrate continuing engagement with major Quaternary research questions.[2][3]

Research Impact

With 4,288 recorded citations and an h-index of 25, Astakhov’s publication record indicates substantial scholarly visibility within his field. His research contributes to international discussions concerning Quaternary chronology, paleoenvironments and the geological interpretation of glacial landscapes. The citation record reflects the continued relevance of his contributions to researchers investigating environmental change and regional geological history.[1]

Award Suitability

The Lifetime Achievement Award category is suitable for recognizing sustained scholarly activity, long-term research contributions and measurable academic influence. Astakhov’s body of work demonstrates continued involvement in the development of Quaternary geological knowledge across several decades and includes contributions relevant to glaciology, paleogeography and Earth-system history.

Conclusion

Valery Astakhov represents a sustained research profile within Earth and Planetary Sciences, particularly in the study of Quaternary environmental and geological processes. His publication output, citation record and contributions to understanding northern Eurasian glaciation provide an academic basis for recognition under a Lifetime Achievement Award category.

References

  1. Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Valery Astakhov, Author ID 7006796891. Scopus.
    https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=7006796891
  2. Astakhov, V. (2024). Late Pleistocene correlations in glaciated Russia. Quaternary International. DOI: 10.1016/J.QUAINT.2024.01.014.
    https://doi.org/10.1016/J.QUAINT.2024.01.014
  3. Astakhov, V. et al. (2022). Last interglacial sea-level proxies in the glaciated Northern Hemisphere. Earth System Science Data, 14, 1447–2022. DOI: 10.5194/essd-14-1447-2022.
    https://doi.org/10.5194/essd-14-1447-2022
  4. Astakhov, V. (2022). Loessoids of Russia: Varieties and distribution. Quaternary International. DOI: 10.1016/j.quaint.2021.01.005.
    https://doi.org/10.1016/j.quaint.2021.01.005
  5. Astakhov, V. et al. (2020). Middle and Late Quaternary glacial lake-outburst floods, drainage diversions and reorganization of fluvial systems in northwestern Eurasia. Earth-Science Reviews. DOI: 10.1016/j.earscirev.2019.103069.
    https://doi.org/10.1016/j.earscirev.2019.103069
  6. Astakhov, V. (2021). The penultimate interglaciation of northern Russia. Quaternary International. DOI: 10.1016/j.quaint.2020.12.034.
    https://doi.org/10.1016/j.quaint.2020.12.034

Marzieh Mokarram | Environmental Science | Women Researcher Award

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Women Researcher Award

Marzieh Mokarram
Shiraz University, Iran
Marzieh Mokarram
Affiliation Shiraz University
Country Iran
Scopus ID 49964190700
Documents 142
Citations 2,389
h-index 25
Subject Area Environmental Science
Event International Forensic Scientist Awards
ORCID 0000-0002-3514-1263

The Women Researcher Award recognizes the academic and scientific contributions of Marzieh Mokarram of Shiraz University, Iran, whose research activities are centered on environmental science, land-surface processes, remote sensing, machine learning, soil erosion assessment, desert dynamics, and environmental monitoring. Her scholarly record reflects sustained engagement with interdisciplinary approaches that combine geospatial information, satellite observations, environmental modelling, and data-driven analytical methods.[1]

Abstract

Marzieh Mokarram is an environmental science researcher affiliated with Shiraz University. Her research profile demonstrates contributions to environmental assessment through remote sensing, geographical information systems, machine learning, land degradation analysis, soil erosion prediction, aerosol studies, and water-quality monitoring. Her recent publications address contemporary environmental challenges through quantitative and interdisciplinary methodologies.[2]

Keywords

Environmental Science; Remote Sensing; Soil Erosion; Machine Learning; Desert Dynamics; Water Quality; Geospatial Analysis.

Introduction

Environmental research increasingly relies on integrated observational and computational methods to understand land degradation, climate interactions, water systems, and ecosystem change. Mokarram’s research interests align with this multidisciplinary direction by applying geospatial datasets and advanced modelling techniques to environmental problems. Her work contributes to the development of analytical frameworks for interpreting complex relationships between environmental variables across regional and global scales.[3]

Research Profile

With 142 indexed documents, 2,389 citations, and an h-index of 25 according to the supplied Scopus research indicators, Mokarram maintains an established publication profile within environmental science. Her work spans land-surface monitoring, environmental mapping, erosion susceptibility, machine learning applications, and satellite-based environmental assessment.[1]

Research Contributions

  • Application of machine learning methods for soil erosion risk mapping and environmental prediction.
  • Investigation of desert variations and effective water availability at global scales.
  • Analysis of mineral aerosols and industrial influences on lake water quality using spectral indices.
  • Integration of multi-sensor remote sensing and deep neural networks for environmental assessment.

Publications

Recent scholarly outputs include research on the Desert Model Intercomparison Project benchmark framework, machine learning approaches to soil erosion risk mapping, global desert variations associated with water availability, mineral aerosol effects on lake water quality, and automatic prediction of soil erosion in arid regions. These studies illustrate continued engagement with environmental monitoring and computational analysis.[2][4]

Research Impact

The citation record and h-index indicate measurable scholarly visibility across environmental science publications. The research portfolio contributes to evidence-based understanding of land and water systems while demonstrating the value of machine learning and remote sensing for environmental decision support.[1]

Award Suitability

The Women Researcher Award is suitable for recognizing Mokarram’s sustained research activity, publication record, interdisciplinary methodology, and contributions to environmental science. Her work demonstrates continued engagement with contemporary scientific challenges involving land degradation, water resources, atmospheric processes, and geospatial technologies.

Conclusion

Marzieh Mokarram’s academic profile represents a sustained contribution to environmental research through geospatial analysis, remote sensing, and computational modelling. Her publication activities and research indicators provide a basis for academic recognition under the Women Researcher Award category at the International Forensic Scientist Awards.

References

  1. Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Marzieh Mokarram, Author ID 49964190700. Scopus.
    https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=49964190700
  2. Mokarram, M. et al. (2026). Machine Learning Approaches to Soil Erosion Risk Mapping: A Comparison between Logistic Regression and Fast Large Margin. Journal of the Civil Engineering Forum.
    https://doi.org/10.22146/jcef.24796
  3. Mokarram, M. et al. (2026). Global Desert Variations During 1985–2024 Associated With Effective Water Availability. Geophysical Research Letters.
    https://doi.org/10.1029/2025GL120826
  4. Mokarram, M. et al. (2026). Global analysis of mineral aerosol and industrial effects on lake water quality using spectral indices and machine learning. Water Research.
    https://doi.org/10.1016/j.watres.2025.125055
  5. Mokarram, M. et al. (2026). Automatic prediction of soil erosion in arid regions using multi-sensor remote sensing integrated with object-based image analysis and deep neural networks. Environmental Earth Sciences.
    https://doi.org/10.1007/S12665-026-12973-7
  6. European Geosciences Union. (2026). Desert Model Intercomparison Project benchmark framework version 1.0 for assessing land-surface dynamics and surface memory in monthly dust aerosol optical depth over North Africa. Egusphere Preprint.
    https://doi.org/10.5194/egusphere-2026-2271