Assist. Prof. Dr. Mohamed Fadl | Soil Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Assist. Prof. Dr. Mohamed Fadl | Soil Sciences | Best Researcher Award 

Assist. Prof. Dr. Mohamed Fadl, National Authority for Remote Sensing and Space Sciences, Egypt

Dr. Mohamed Eladham Mahdy Fadl is an Associate Professor at the Division of Scientific Training and Continuous Studies at the National Authority for Remote Sensing and Space Sciences (NARSS) in Cairo, Egypt. With a Ph.D. in Agriculture from Menoufia University, his expertise lies in land and water resource assessment using remote sensing and GIS technologies. He has played leading roles in over 19 major national research projects focused on sustainable land management, water deficiency, soil contamination, and environmental risk assessment across Egypt. Dr. Fadl’s research integrates remote sensing, spatial modeling, and spectroscopy to support agricultural development, environmental monitoring, and strategic resource planning. He is a recipient of national scholarships and a respected member of several international scientific societies, including ISPRS, IAHS, IWRA, and the African Association for Precision Agriculture. His work continues to contribute significantly to Egypt’s efforts in environmental sustainability, land reclamation, and national development initiatives.

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Summary of Suitability: Dr. Mohamed Eladham Mahdy Fadl – Best Researcher Award

Dr. Mohamed Eladham Mahdy Fadl is a distinguished scholar and associate professor at the National Authority for Remote Sensing and Space Sciences (NARSS), Egypt, whose decades-long research has made substantial contributions to agriculture, soil and water resource management, and remote sensing applications. His exemplary academic leadership, applied innovation, and policy-relevant research make him an exceptional nominee for the Best Researcher Award.

🎓 Education

  • B.Sc. in Agriculture (Soil and Water, Pedology)
    📍 Al Azhar University, Assiut, Egypt (2006)
    🏅 Very Good (81.8%)

  • M.Sc. in Agriculture
    📍 Benha University, Qalubia, Egypt (2010)
    📘 Thesis: “Pedological Changes of the Nile River Course and Its Islands within Aswan–Giza Sector”

  • Ph.D. in Agriculture
    📍 Menoufia University, Egypt (2015)
    📘 Thesis: “Land and Water Resources Potentiality of East Oweinat Area, Egypt Using Remote Sensing and GIS Techniques”

💼 Work Experience

  • Associate Professor
    🏢 Division of Scientific Training and Continuous Studies
    🛰️ National Authority for Remote Sensing and Space Sciences (NARSS), Cairo, Egypt

  • 📍 Led or contributed to 19+ national projects focused on:

    • Remote Sensing & GIS Applications

    • Land & Water Resources Sustainability

    • Soil Contamination Monitoring

    • Environmental Risk Assessment

    • Desert Reclamation & Development

    • Nile River, Delta, and Dam Impact Studies

🏆 Achievements

  • 🔬 Extensive involvement in national development projects using geospatial technologies

  • 🛰️ Expert in applying Remote Sensing, GIS, Vis-NIR spectroscopy, and Machine Learning for sustainable agriculture and environmental monitoring

  • 📚 Published research and supervised projects in soil sciences, water management, and environmental assessment

  • 🧑‍🏫 Senior trainer in scientific and technical training for geospatial sciences

🎖️ Awards & Honors

  • 🎓 M.Sc. Scholarship Grant
    📍 Academy of Scientific Research and Technology (2007–2010)
    🎯 Funded for outstanding performance and research contributions in agricultural remote sensing

Publication Top Notes:

A Geospatial approach to Land capability assessment in arid regions: Integration of Storie Index, geographic information systems, and Analytical Hierarchy Process techniques

Assessing Land Degradation Through Remote Sensing and Geospatial Techniques for Sustainable Development Under the Mediterranean Conditions

Evaluation of the Soil Conservation Service Curve Number (SCS-CN) Method for Flash Flood Runoff Estimation in Arid Regions: A Case Study of Central Eastern Desert, Egypt

Spatiotemporal Variations Affect DTPA-Extractable Heavy Metals in Coastal Salt-Affected Soils of Arid Regions

Impact of Aggregate-Associated Carbon on Soil Mechanical Properties: Stability and Compaction Indices in Pomegranate Orchards of Different Ages

PRISMA-Driven Hyperspectral Analysis for characterization of Soil Salinity Patterns in Sohag, Egypt

Geo-Environmental Risk Assessment of Sand Dunes Encroachment Hazards in Arid Lands Using Machine Learning Techniques

Effect of Biostimulators as Foliar Application on Eggplant “Black Beauty Cultivar” Growth, Yield and Chemical Composition in Multi-Stressed Loamy Sand Soil

Prof. Dr. Federico Masís Melendez | Soils Awards | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Federico Masís Melendez | Soils Awards | Best Researcher Award 

Prof. Dr. Federico Masís Melendez, TEC, Costa Rica

Federico Masís Meléndez is a Professor at the School of Chemistry at the Instituto Tecnológico de Costa Rica (TEC), where he has been a faculty member for over 17 years. He holds a BSc in Industrial Chemistry from the National University of Costa Rica, an MSc in Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources with an emphasis on soils from the University of Costa Rica, and a PhD in Agroecology, Soil Physics, and Hydropedology from Aarhus University in Denmark. His research focuses on environmental chemistry, soil remediation, and agroecology, with significant projects in areas like cyanotoxin contamination, biochar production from agro-industrial waste, and the promotion of circular economies in agro-food systems. He has coordinated various research projects aimed at environmental protection, sustainable agriculture, and water management. Dr. Masís is an established researcher with numerous contributions to scientific knowledge and has mentored several students in environmental and engineering fields. He is also actively engaged in community-based environmental projects and has collaborated internationally on advanced environmental research.

 

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Summary of Suitability for Best Researcher Award: Federico Masís Meléndez

Research Expertise: Federico Masís Meléndez is a seasoned academic and researcher with a focus on environmental chemistry, soil science, and agroecology. With a career spanning over 17 years at the Instituto Tecnológico de Costa Rica (TEC), he has made significant contributions to the fields of environmental soil physics, soil remediation, and sustainable agriculture. His research addresses crucial environmental challenges, such as contamination in aquatic environments, biochar production for environmental protection, and water footprint reduction in agro-food systems.

Academic Background

🎓 University Education

  • BSc in Industrial Chemistry (2004) | National University, Costa Rica
  • MSc in Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources (PPCARN) with emphasis on soils (2010) | University of Costa Rica
  • PhD in Agroecology, Soil Physics, and Hydropedology (2015) | Aarhus University, Denmark

 Work Experience

  • Instituto Tecnológico de Costa Rica (TEC) | Teacher and Researcher in School of Chemistry and Environmental Engineering program since 2007
  • Earth University | Guest Professor in Inorganic and Organic Chemical Processes (2008)
  • Universidad Estatal a Distancia (UNED) | General Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, and Biochemistry (2006-2008)
  • University of Costa Rica (UCR) | Researcher in Soil/Crop Nutrition and Postharvest Technology (2005-2008)

Research and Extension Projects

  • Evaluation of Organic and Inorganic Contamination in Aquatic Environments | Project Coordinator (2022-2025)
  • Production and Characterization of Biochars from Agro-industrial Waste | Project Coordinator (2022-2024)
  • Development of a Technological Package to Promote Circular Economy in Agro-food Production | Coordinated by Agricultural Engineering, TEC (2021-2022)

Community Engagement Activities

  • Official Laboratory of Pesticide Residues | Phytosanitary Service, Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (2003-2005)
  • GUTIS Pharmaceutical Products | Quality Control Laboratory (2005)
  • Environmental Soil Chemistry | Saitama University, Japan (2014)
  • PhD Internship at Aarhus University, Denmark | Pesticide Leaching Program (2010)

Publication top Notes:

Gas diffusion-derived tortuosity governs saturated hydraulic conductivity in sandy soils

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Variability of physical and chemical properties of TLUD stove derived biochars

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Assessing soil water repellency of a sandy field with visible near infrared spectroscopy

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Residuos de agroquímicos en sedimentos de ríos, Poás, Costa Rica

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Effects of soil bulk density on gas transport parameters and pore-network properties across a sandy field site

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