Dr. Bhargavi D | Computational Awards | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Bhargavi D | Computational Awards | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Bhargavi D , NITW , India

Dr. D. Bhargavi is an esteemed Associate Professor in the Department of Mathematics at the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Warangal. She completed her Ph.D. in Fluid Mechanics and Numerical Heat Transfer from IIT Kharagpur, under the guidance of Prof. V. V. Satyamurty. Her doctoral thesis focused on forced convection heat transfer with viscous dissipation in parallel plate channels partially filled with porous material. Dr. Bhargavi holds an M.Sc. in Applied Mathematics from the University of Hyderabad and has a solid academic foundation, having consistently achieved first-class honors throughout her educational journey. She has extensive teaching experience, beginning as an NBHM Post Doctoral Fellow at CMMACS, NAL Belur Campus, Bangalore, before serving as an Assistant Professor at NIT Warangal from 2012 to 2022. In July 2023, she was promoted to Associate Professor at the same institution. Dr. Bhargavi’s professional interests lie in teaching and research, with technical expertise in operating systems like Windows and Linux, and programming languages such as Fortran 95 and Python. She has taught a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses, including Numerical Solution of Differential Equations, Complex Analysis, and Probability, Statistics, and Queuing Theory.

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🎓Education :

Dr. D. Bhargavi is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mathematics at the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Warangal. She earned her Ph.D. in Fluid Mechanics and Numerical Heat Transfer from IIT Kharagpur, focusing on forced convection heat transfer with viscous dissipation in parallel plate channels partially filled with porous material. Prior to her doctoral studies, she completed an M.Sc. in Applied Mathematics at the University of Hyderabad.Dr. Bhargavi has a robust academic career, starting as an NBHM Post Doctoral Fellow at CMMACS, NAL Belur Campus, Bangalore. She later served as an Assistant Professor at NIT Warangal from 2012 to 2022, advancing to Associate Professor in July 2023.

🏢Professional Experience:

Her professional interests encompass teaching and research, with expertise in operating systems like Windows and Linux, and programming languages such as Fortran 95 and Python. She has taught various undergraduate and postgraduate courses, including Numerical Solution of Differential Equations, Complex Analysis, and Probability, Statistics, and Queuing Theory.

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Dr. Regina Katsman | Multifaceted Awards | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Regina Katsman | Multifaceted Awards | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Regina Katsman, University of Haifa, Israel

Regina Katsman is a distinguished senior lecturer at the University of Haifa, where she heads the Laboratory of Computational Physics in Marine Sciences. With a career spanning extensive research and academic leadership, Dr. Katsman specializes in multiphysical interdisciplinary modeling in Earth and Marine Sciences. Her pioneering work includes the development of advanced numerical models and theoretical solutions, focusing on methane dynamics in aquatic sediments, reservoir-induced seismicity, and localized volume reduction defects in rocks. She holds degrees from Kiev National University of Construction and Architecture, Minsk Polytechnic University, and the Technion, and has held research positions at the Weizmann Institute of Science and the Hebrew University. Dr. Katsman’s contributions are widely recognized through numerous publications, conference presentations, and editorial roles in prestigious scientific journals.

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Education

Undergraduate and Graduate Studies

  • 1985-1990: B.Sc.-M.Sc., summa cum laude, Kiev National University of Construction and Architecture, Constructions, Kiev, Ukraine
  • 1992: Study for Ph.D., Minsk Polytechnic University, Construction and Architecture, Minsk, Belarus
  • 1992-1995: M.Sc., magna cum laude, Technion, Civil Engineering and Environmental Sciences, Haifa, Israel
  • 1995-1999: Ph.D., Technion, Civil Engineering and Environmental Sciences, Haifa, Israel

Post-Doctoral Studies

  • November 2000-October 2001: National Research Council, Institute for Research in Construction, Ottawa, Canada (Thermally-induced Stresses in Advanced Building Structures), under Dr. A. Baskaran and Prof. R. Paroli
  • December 2002-February 2005: Weizmann Institute of Science, Environmental Sciences and Energy Research, Rehovot, Israel (Analytical and Numerical models of mechanical and chemical compaction localization patterns), under Dr. E. Aharonov

 Higher Education

  • September 1999-September 2000: Research Fellow, The Technion, National Building Research Institute, Haifa, Israel
  • March 2005-August 2008: Assistant Staff Scientist, Weizmann Institute of Science, Environmental Sciences and Energy Research, Rehovot, Israel
  • October 2008-February 2010: Research Associate, The Hebrew University, The Institute of Earth Sciences, Jerusalem, Israel
  • March 2010-September 2010: Senior Research Associate, The Hebrew University, The Institute of Earth Sciences, Jerusalem, Israel
  • March 2009-September 2012: Researcher, The University of Haifa, Faculty of Natural Sciences, The Dr. Moses Strauss Department of Marine Geosciences, Haifa, Israel
  • May 2012-September 2016: Adjunct Lecturer, The Technion, Natural Gas and Petroleum Engineering Graduate Study Program, Haifa, Israel

Offices in Academic Administration

  • 2014-2019: Member of MSc Departmental Educational Committee, University of Haifa, Department of Marine Geosciences
  • 2019-May 2024: Head of the International MSc. Departmental Program, University of Haifa, Department of Marine Geosciences

Scholarly Positions and Activities outside the University

Memberships in Academic Professional Associations

  • 2011-present: American Geophysical Union (AGU)
  • Israel Geological Society (IGS)
  • Israel Rock Mechanics Association (IRMA)
  • European Association of Geochemistry (EAG)
  • Israel Association of Computational Mechanics (ISCM)

Editorial Assignments

  • 2018-2020: Guest Editor in Special Issue “Gas in Marine Sediments” in Geo-Marine Letters, v.40
  • 2021-2022: Topical editor in the Research Topic “The Lifetime of Methane Bubbles Through Sediment and Water Column”, in Frontiers in Earth Sciences

Reviewing for Refereed Journal

  • 2012-September 2019: Tectonophysics, Geophysical Journal International, Earth and Planetary Science Letters, Journal of Geophysical Research, Geophysical Research Letters, Solid Earth, Arabian Journal of Geosciences, Environmental Science & Technology, Engineering Geology
  • October 2019-present: Environmental Science & Technology, Geo-Marine Letters, Petroleum science, AIChE Journal, Frontiers in Marine Sciences, Engineering Geology, Limnology & Oceanography: Methods

 

Publication Top Notes:

 

Integrated methodology for gas content assessment and prediction in shallow muddy lake sediments: acoustic mapping and correlation analysis

Methane gas dynamics in sediments of Lake Kinneret, Israel, and their controls: Insights from a multiannual acoustic investigation and correlation analysis

Competitive methane bubble growth in aquatic muds

Estimating bubble size in Lake Kinneret through reflection of wideband sound signals from gas-rich sediment environment

Evolution of sediment grain-size profiles on a sheltered, continental shelf in response to punctuated flood deposition

Identifying plausible historical scenarios for coupled lake level and seismicity rate changes: The case for the Dead Sea during the last 2 millennia

 

 

Assist Prof Dr. Megbar Birhan | Space Science and Atmospheric Physics | Best Researcher Award

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Assist Prof Dr. Megbar Birhan : Space Science and Atmospheric Physics

Assist Prof Dr. Megbar Birhan, Debre Markos University, Ethiopia

✨ Dr. Megbar Birhan is a dedicated scholar currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Atmospheric Physics at Debre Markos University (DMU), Ethiopia, a journey embarked upon in 2019 and ongoing. His academic endeavors align with his role as a Lecturer in the Physics Department at Samara University during the academic year 2014/2015. Driven by a passion for advancing scientific knowledge, he has actively contributed to the academic community through his involvement in the peer review process. Specifically, he has reviewed a manuscript for Springer Nature’s “Progress in Earth and Planetary Science” journal. Moreover, Dr. Birhan has demonstrated his commitment to fostering research collaboration by evaluating six proposals for the annual research call in 2020/2021 from the University-Industry Linkage at Debre Markos University. 🌍📚🔬

🎓Education : 

Dr. Megbar Birhan is a dedicated scholar currently immersed in the pursuit of a Ph.D. in Atmospheric Physics at Debre Markos University (DMU) since 2019. Prior to this, he embarked on an enriching academic journey as a Ph.D. student at the Washera Geospace and Radar Science Laboratory, Department of Physics, Bahir Dar University (BDU) from 2016 to 2019. During the academic year 2014-2015, Dr. Birhan shared his expertise as a lecturer in Radiation Physics at both Samara and Debre Markos University. 🌍🎓 His educational path underscores his passion for atmospheric science and his commitment to imparting knowledge to aspiring minds.🏗️📚

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⚡ Professional Experience :

Dr. Megbar Birhan’s professional journey is a testament to his expertise and commitment in the field of physics. In 2014/2015, he served as a lecturer in the Physics Department at Samara University, Ethiopia, contributing to the academic growth of students. Subsequently, in 2015, he continued his impactful teaching role at Debre Markos University, further solidifying his dedication to education.

In the realm of research, Dr. Birhan extended his influence as a researcher in atmospheric physics and radar meteorology at Debre Markos University from 2020 to 2021. 🌐📚 His multifaceted experience reflects not only his proficiency in academia but also his passion for advancing scientific knowledge and contributing to the understanding of atmospheric phenomena.

🧠 Research Interests 🔬🌐 :

Dr. Megbar Birhan’s research interests span a dynamic spectrum within the realm of Atmospheric Physics and Remote Sensing, reflecting his comprehensive engagement with the complexities of the Earth’s atmosphere. His expertise encompasses the analysis of clouds, aerosols, and atmospheric moisture budgets. 🌦️⚗️ Additionally, he delves into the intricate domains of Atmospheric Dynamics, Radiation Budget, Climate, and Radiation Transfer Models, contributing to our understanding of the Earth’s atmospheric processes.

Dr. Birhan’s proficiency extends to the utilization of satellite and Doppler radar remote sensing for the assessment of aerosols and clouds, exploring their impacts on our environment. 🛰️📡 His expertise in radar meteorology and hydrology adds another layer to his research portfolio, providing valuable insights into weather patterns and water-related phenomena.

Furthermore, Dr. Birhan is actively involved in addressing challenges in arid and semiarid regions through his research on cloud formation and precipitation enhancement. 💧 His commitment to natural resource management is evident, showcasing a holistic approach to environmental sustainability.

Finally, his research extends to the prediction of climate patterns, thunderstorms, heavy rainfall, and mesoscale convective precipitating systems, demonstrating a dedication to advancing our ability to anticipate and understand atmospheric phenomena. ⚡🌍 Through his diverse research interests, Dr. Megbar Birhan contributes significantly to the evolving landscape of atmospheric science.

Publications ( Top Note ) :

1.  Investigating the impact of space weather on agriculture products over Chokie mountain basin in Ethiopia

Journal: Acta Geophysica, 2021, 69(4), Citations: 2

2.  Estimating the influence of precipitation variability by considering the effect of middle atmosphere parameters on the lower atmosphere over the upper Blue Nile basin in Ethiopia

Journal: Modeling Earth Systems and Environment, 2019, 5(4), Citations: 2

3.  Estimating the role of upper Blue Nile basin moisture budget and recycling ratio in spatiotemporal precipitation distributions

Journal: Journal of Atmospheric and Solar-Terrestrial Physics, 2019, 193, Citations: 4

 

These publications by Dr. Megbar Birhan delve into various aspects of atmospheric and environmental research, showcasing his contributions to understanding climate patterns, precipitation variability, and the impact of space weather on agriculture. Each article provides valuable insights into the complex interactions within the Earth’s atmosphere.