Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mohan Fonseka | Environmental Disclosure Awards | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mohan Fonseka | Environmental Disclosure Awards | Best Researcher AwardΒ 

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mohan Fonseka, Xian Jiaotong University, China

Dr. Makram A. Fakhri is a distinguished professor and researcher specializing in nano photonic crystal lasers. He obtained his Ph.D. in Nano Photonic Crystal Laser Engineering from the Institute of Nano Electronic Engineering (INEE) at UniMAP, Malaysia, in 2016. He also holds an M.Sc. in Optoelectronic Engineering and a B.Sc. in Electrical and Electronic Engineering from the University of Technology (UOT), Baghdad. With extensive academic experience, he has served as a lecturer at UOT from 1994 to 2017 and currently holds the position of Assistant Dean for Scientific Affairs. Dr. Fakhri has an impressive research record, with an H-index of 37 on Google Scholar, 35 on Scopus, and 28 on Publons. He has received multiple awards, including a Gold Medal at the Iraqi Sovereign Festival and recognition as one of the top 2% scientists worldwide by Stanford University. He is an active member of several professional organizations, including IEEE, OSA, and the Association of Laser and Optical Electronics. His contributions to academia and research have earned him a place on editorial boards of esteemed journals, and he has been recognized as a top peer reviewer globally.

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Suitability for the Best Researcher AwardΒ 

Dr. Meimanage Mohan Pradeep demonstrates a strong academic and professional background in Accounting and Finance, making him a competitive candidate for the Best Researcher Award. Below are the key factors supporting his suitability

πŸŽ“ Education

πŸ“ Ph.D. in Accounting & Finance – Xi’an Jiaotong University, China (2009-2013)
πŸ“ MBA in Finance – University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka (2004-2008)
πŸ“ B.Sc. in Agri-Business Management – Wayamba University, Sri Lanka (1999-2004)
πŸ“ Certified Management Accountants (CMA) Professional Certification (2000-2003)

πŸ’Ό Work Experience

🏦 Financial & Credit Analyst – Sri Lanka Export Credit Insurance Corporation (2003-2009)
πŸ“š Associate Professor – Xian International Studies University, China (2013-2015)
🌏 Visiting Scholar/Academic – Adelaide University, Australia (2015)
πŸŽ“ Assistant Professor – Xi’an Jiaotong University, China (2015-2018)
🏫 Associate Professor – Xi’an Jiaotong University, China (2018-Present)
πŸ—½ Visiting Scholar – Rochester Institute of Technology, USA (2017)

πŸ† Achievements & Awards

πŸ₯‡ Category β€œA” Foreign Expert – Shaanxi Province, China (Since 2013)
πŸ“– 30+ Research Publications – High-impact SSCI-indexed journals
πŸŽ– Best Young Scholar in Teaching & Research – Xi’an Jiaotong University
πŸ… Editorial Board Member & Associate Editor – Three International Journals
🌍 Invited Keynote Speaker – Prestigious conferences in the USA, Australia, New Zealand, Pakistan, China, Vietnam, Singapore, Thailand, and Sri Lanka
πŸ’Ό Consulting Expertise – Promoting cross-border business in China

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Prof. Dr. Kevin Oshea | Environmental | Excellence in Research

Prof. Dr. Kevin Oshea | Environmental | Excellence in ResearchΒ 

Prof. Dr. Kevin Oshea, Florida International University, United States

Kevin Edward O’Shea is a Professor of Chemistry and Biochemistry at Florida International University (FIU) in Miami, FL. He earned his Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) under the mentorship of Professor Christopher S. Foote and completed a postdoctoral fellowship at the University of Texas, Austin, with Professor Marye Anne Fox. Since joining FIU in 1991, he has held various academic leadership positions, including Interim Dean and Senior Associate Dean of the Graduate School. His research focuses on environmental chemistry, photochemical processes, and the development of nanomaterials for pollutant removal. With over 150 peer-reviewed publications and more than 16,000 citations, his work has been widely recognized in premier chemistry and environmental science journals. He has secured approximately $4 million in research funding from agencies such as the National Science Foundation, the U.S. Department of Energy, and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Throughout his career, he has delivered numerous invited talks worldwide and has been actively engaged in mentoring students at both undergraduate and graduate levels.

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Summary of Suitability for the Research for Excellence in Research Award

Dr. Kevin Edward O’Shea is a highly accomplished researcher and professor of Chemistry and Biochemistry with extensive experience in organic chemistry, photochemical processes, and structural elucidation. His contributions to research, mentorship, and academic leadership make him a strong candidate for the Research for Excellence in Research Award.

πŸŽ“ Education

  • University of Texas, Austin (1989-1991) – Postdoctoral Fellow πŸ…
    • Advisor: Professor Marye Anne Fox
    • Research: Reactive species for the activation of anti-cancer agents and photochemical processes in supercritical fluids
  • University of California, Los Angeles (1984-1989) – Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry πŸ§ͺ
    • Mentor: Professor Christopher S. Foote
    • Dissertation: The Photoxygenation of Guanosine, Adamantylideneadamantane, and Isomeric 2,4-Hexadienes
  • California State University, Sacramento (1980-1984) – B.S. in Chemistry (with Honors) πŸŽ“
    • Senior Project: Synthesis of Novel Imidazolium Compounds

πŸ‘¨β€πŸ« Academic & Professional Experience

  • Florida International University (2004–Present) 🌴🏫
    • Professor of Chemistry and Biochemistry
    • Senior Associate Dean, Graduate School (2012-2017)
    • Interim Dean, Graduate School (2009-2011)
  • University of California, Davis (2019) – Visiting Professor πŸ”¬
  • University of Miami (2004-2005) – Visiting Professor (Sabbatical) 🌊
  • Georgia Institute of Technology (1997-1998) – Research Associate Professor (Sabbatical) πŸ—οΈ
  • Florida State University (1995) – Visiting Assistant Professor πŸ“š
  • Florida International University (1991-1996) – Assistant Professor πŸŽ“

πŸ† Achievements & Contributions

  • 150+ Peer-Reviewed Publications πŸ“‘
    • Published in top journals like Chemical Reviews, Journal of the American Chemical Society, and Environmental Science & Technology
    • Over 16,000 citations and an h-index of 65 πŸ“ˆ
  • 300+ Scientific Presentations 🌍
    • Invited speaker in China, South Korea, Turkey, Ireland, Spain, Singapore, Hungary, Puerto Rico, and Canada
  • Secured $4M+ in Research Grants πŸ’°
    • Funding from NSF, NIH, EPA, DOE, and more
  • Research on Environmental Chemistry & Nanomaterials 🌿πŸ§ͺ

πŸ… Awards & Honors

  • National Science Foundation (NSF) Research Grants πŸ†
  • American Chemical Society (ACS) Recognition πŸ”¬
  • International Invited Speaker 🎀
  • Significant Contributions to Environmental Chemistry & Sustainable Solutions 🌱

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