Veronica Reilly | Particulate Emissions | Best Researcher Award

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Mrs. Veronica Reilly | Particulate Emissions | Best Researcher Award

TOP TIER Program Manager | General Motors | United States

Mrs. Veronica Reilly A seasoned program and fuels engineer with extensive expertise in fuel standards, testing, validation, and automotive chemical research, currently serving as TOP TIER™ Program Manager. He has demonstrated exceptional leadership in managing cross-functional teams, coordinating multi-project initiatives, and delivering strategic programs within the automotive and energy sectors. His work emphasizes the development and publication of critical TOP TIER™ fuel standards and ICE methods, as well as organizing technical events and summits that advance industry knowledge and collaboration. Previously, he contributed as a Fuels Engineer overseeing global fuel regulations, factory fill validation, cost-saving initiatives, and supplier quality assessments across North America, with deep engagement in statistical analysis, process optimization, and warranty management. His career also includes tenure as Research & Development Manager, Senior Research Chemist, and Quality Control Manager at Gage Products, where he designed innovative fuel formulations, implemented ISO and ASTM compliance, developed laboratory knowledge systems, and led process improvement initiatives including Lean Manufacturing and 5S methodologies. Early professional experiences included analytical chemistry internships, IT apprenticeships in pathology, and administrative leadership in pediatric cardiology, reflecting a versatile technical foundation. Across his career, he has combined scientific rigor, project management, and industry collaboration to drive advancements in fuel technology, quality control, and laboratory innovation, establishing him as a recognized leader in automotive fuels engineering and research.

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Artur Serafin | Water Filtration System | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Artur Serafin | Water Filtration System | Best Researcher Award

University of Life Science in Lublin | Poland

Dr. Artur Serafin, DSc, Eng., University Professor – an accomplished environmental engineer and academic, holds degrees and advanced qualifications in environmental protection, agricultural sciences, horticulture, and environmental engineering, integrating interdisciplinary expertise in applied ecology and sustainable environmental management. He has also completed postgraduate studies in research project management and development work and earned professional teaching credentials in biology and environmental protection. As founder and director of the Korekta Further Education Center in Lublin, he has significantly contributed to academic and professional education through the creation and coordination of over fifty courses across multiple faculties and ten disciplines at the University of Life Sciences in Lublin. He also established and leads the postgraduate program “Environmental Impact Assessment and Management,” focusing on the integration of science-based approaches in sustainability and environmental decision-making. His research explores lake productivity under anthropogenic influence, the limnological characteristics of peatbogs and phytogeochemical barriers, and the hydrochemical properties of peatbog ecosystems as natural habitats for protected flora. Currently, his work emphasizes the ecological engineering principles underlying natural swimming ponds as nature-based solutions, utilizing regenerative zone macrophytes and mineral filtration systems. He actively collaborates with national and international institutions, including environmental protection agencies, universities, and innovation centers, contributing to interdisciplinary research in sustainable water management and environmental technologies. A dedicated member of the scientific community, he serves on the Environmental Engineering Committee of the Polish Academy of Sciences and the Hydrobiological Society in Lublin, where he chairs the Audit Committee. Within the University of Life Sciences in Lublin, he has held numerous academic leadership positions, including chairing and serving on faculty, senate, and doctoral committees, as well as program councils in environmental engineering and circular economy. With over sixty publications in indexed journals, conference proceedings, and monographs, he has also supervised numerous theses and an implementation doctorate, making distinguished contributions to environmental science, ecological innovation, and sustainable development.

Featured Publications:

Serafin, A., [Add other authors’ initials and surnames in the same order as the publication]. (2025). Comparative analysis of phosphorus removal efficiency from water on selected filter beds for use in the natural swimming pond filtration systems. Journal of Ecological Engineering.

Serafin, A., [Add other authors’ initials and surnames in the same order as the publication]. (2025). Natural swimming ponds as an application of treatment wetlands

Habtamu Teshome | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Habtamu Teshome | Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Bule Hora University | Ethiopia

Habtamu Miju Teshome is an Ethiopian civil engineer and academic with a strong background in construction technology, project management, and structural engineering, who has built his career on a foundation of rigorous education, professional practice, and dedicated teaching, beginning with early schooling in Oromia before advancing through comprehensive secondary education and higher studies that culminated in a Bachelor of Science in Construction Technology and Management at Wollega University, a Master of Technology in Construction Project Management at Parul University in India, and current doctoral research in Civil Engineering with specialization in Structural Engineering at Andhra University, reflecting his pursuit of excellence in both academic and applied dimensions of civil engineering; throughout his professional journey, he has served as a lecturer and mentor at Bule Hora University, where he has taken on academic and administrative responsibilities, fostering intellectual growth, guiding students to achieve academic success, and contributing to curriculum enhancement, while simultaneously engaging in scholarly research and collaborative initiatives that address practical challenges in construction and sustainable infrastructure; his expertise extends across key areas of civil engineering including project planning, structural design, material science, contract management, and sustainable construction methods, complemented by proficiency in tools such as MS Office, AutoCAD, and other technical platforms; a multilingual scholar fluent in English, Oromifa, Amharic, Wolaitigna, and Sidamigna, he is able to communicate and collaborate effectively in diverse cultural and academic settings, further strengthening his role as a bridge between communities and institutions; recognized for his strong analytical skills, dedication to mentoring, and ability to foster academic collaboration, he has earned recommendations from academic leaders at Parul University and Bule Hora University, reflecting his academic rigor and technical competence; beyond his professional and academic commitments, he is passionate about reading engineering literature, exploring innovative knowledge through technology, and contributing to social and national development by supporting students and sharing expertise; as a dedicated researcher, educator, and lifelong learner, Habtamu Miju Teshome embodies the qualities of resilience, leadership, and innovation, continually striving to merge theoretical research with practical solutions in order to strengthen sustainable infrastructure and advance the field of civil engineering for the benefit of future generations.

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Featured Publications:

  • Teshome, H. M., & Battula, V. S. (2025, August 6). Comparing the effectiveness of conventional and bacterial-derived nanomaterials in concrete for sustainable buildings. Iranian Journal of Science and Technology, Transactions of Civil Engineering.

  • Teshome, H. M., Battula, V. S., & Farahmand-Tabar, S. (2025, January). Bio‐based self‐healing concrete: Effect of nutrient components of the media on mechanical properties and environmentally friendly concrete development. Advances in Civil Engineering.

  • Teshome, H. M. (2023, November 21). Investigation on time controlling practices in construction projects at Bule Hora, Ethiopia: A case study. AIP Conference Proceedings.

  • Teshome, H. M. (2017, August 19). Determining factors affecting critical success of construction projects: Review. International Journal of Advanced and Innovative Research.

  • Teshome, H. M. (n.d.). Assessment of contract jeopardies controlling techniques in private and government building projects at Bule Hora, Ethiopia: A case study. AIP Conference Proceedings.

  • Teshome, H. M. (2021, August 26–28). Investigation of causative factors and effects of delay of projects in building construction in Ethiopia (Case study in Bule Hora Town). In Proceedings of the Multidisciplinary International Conference on Futuristic Trends for Sustainable Ecosystem (FTSE 2021), Ahmedabad, India.

  • Teshome, H. M. (n.d.). Material wastage minimization & management in building construction project at the Baroda. International Journal of Creative Research Thoughts (IJCRT).