Assoc. Prof. Dr Agnieszka Orkusz | Organic Award | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr Agnieszka Orkusz | Organic Award | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr Agnieszka Orkusz, Wroclaw Uniwersity of Economics and Business, Poland

Professor Agnieszka Orkusz is a distinguished scholar in food technology and nutrition at Wroclaw University of Economics and Business. Listed among the world’s TOP 2% scientists in 2023, she has made significant contributions to her field with an expansive research portfolio and a commitment to advancing food science. She holds a habilitation from the University of Warmia and Mazury and a PhD and MSc from Wroclaw University of Economics and Business. As Vice-Director of WUEB’s Science Centre and an editorial board member for international journals, Dr. Orkusz specializes in areas such as human nutrition, meat quality, and edible insects. Her work includes 82 published journal articles and 19 research projects. She actively collaborates with global research institutions and contributes to initiatives aimed at fostering sustainable innovations and food regulations across Europe.

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Summary of Suitability for Best Researcher Award:

Dr. Agnieszka Orkusz is a highly accomplished researcher in food technology and nutrition, with a solid academic background that includes a PhD and habilitation in her field. She is recognized among the world’s top 2% scientists in 2023, which highlights her significant impact on scientific research. Her expertise spans key areas such as human nutrition, edible insects, meat quality, and climate change. With an impressive 82 publications in respected journals, a high citation index across multiple platforms, and active editorial roles in scientific journals, she demonstrates a strong influence and thought leadership in her domain.

Education:

  1. 2018Habilitation in Food Technology and Nutrition from the University of Warmia and Mazury, Olsztyn, Poland.
  2. 2008PhD in Food Technology and Nutrition from the Faculty of Wroclaw University of Economics and Business (WUEB), Poland.
  3. 1999MSc with honors in Nutrition from the Wroclaw University of Economics and Business (WUEB), Wroclaw, Poland.

Work Experience:

  • Professor at Wroclaw University of Economics and Business (WUEB).
  • Associate Professor in the Department of Biotechnology and Food Analysis, Faculty of Production Engineering, WUEB, Wroclaw, Poland.
  • Rector’s Proxy for the Science Festival at WUEB, Poland.
  • Vice Environmental Coordinator of the Science Festival, Wroclaw.
  • Vice-Director of the Science Centre, WUEB, Wroclaw, Poland.
  • Member of the Scientific Council in the discipline of Food Technology and Nutrition, WUEB, Poland.

Publication top Notes:

Edible Insects versus Meat—Nutritional Comparison: Knowledge of Their Composition Is the Key to Good Health

Cited:197

Consumers’ Attitudes Facing Entomophagy: Polish Case Perspectives

Cited:101

Lipid oxidation and color changes of goose meat stored under vacuum and modified atmosphere conditions

Cited:45

Chemical composition and amino acid profiles of goose muscles from native Polish breeds

Cited:45

Changes in selected physicochemical parameters of breast muscles of geese from Polish conservation flocks depending on duration of the post slaughter period

Cited:35

Mr. Azharul Islam | Greenery Award | Young Scientist Award

Mr. Azharul Islam | Greenery Award | Young Scientist Award

Mr. Azharul Islam, Technical University of Munich, Germany

Azharul Islam is a Junior Research Analyst specializing in climate change mitigation with 1.5 years of experience in eco-physiological research, focusing on data collection, analysis, and statistical modeling using R, GIS, and remote sensing tools. He is also skilled in scientific writing and science communication. Azharul has contributed to several research projects in institutions such as the Technical University of Munich (TUM), where he worked as a Student Research Assistant across various departments, including urban heat stress mitigation and eco-physiological studies on climate-resilient trees. His prior experience includes roles at the Bangladesh Agricultural Research Council and the North Forest Division of Bangladesh’s Ministry of Science and Technology, where he supported afforestation initiatives, vegetation surveys, and stakeholder engagement.

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Summary of Suitability for the Research for Young Scientist Award – Azharul Islam

Azharul Islam is a Junior Research Analyst in climate change mitigation, with 1.5 years of relevant research experience and a well-rounded portfolio of contributions to various research projects, scientific publications, and hands-on work in the field. His qualifications and experiences show a strong alignment with the goals of a Young Scientist Award in climate change and environmental research.

Education:

  1. Master of Science in Forestry System Transformation
    • Institution: Eberswalde University for Sustainable Development
    • Location: Brandenburg, Germany
    • Duration: October 2023 – Present
  2. Master’s in Climate Change Management
    • Institution: Weihenstephan-Triesdorf University of Applied Sciences
    • Location: Freising, Germany
    • Duration: October 2019 – February 2023
  3. Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Forestry
    • Institution: Institute of Forestry and Environmental Science, University of Chittagong
    • Location: Bangladesh
    • Duration: January 2013 – December 2018
  4. Esri Training Workshops:
    • Topics:
      • Going Places with Spatial Analysis
      • Spatial Data Science: The Frontier in Analytics
      • Cartography
    • Period: May 2020 – December 2020

Work Experience:

  1. Junior Research Analyst (Climate Change Mitigation)
    • Duration: June 2023 – Present
    • Responsibilities:
      • Data collection and analysis for tree eco-physiological research.
      • Use of R, GIS, and remote sensing tools for modelling and statistical analysis.
      • Focus on urban heat stress mitigation and urban forestry research.
  2. Student Research Assistant
    • Institution: Chair for Strategic Landscape Planning & Management, TUM
    • Duration: June 2023 – January 2024
    • Responsibilities:
      • Data analysis & visualization for urban heat stress mitigation projects.
      • Support for grant applications and mentoring bachelor’s project students.
  3. Student Research Assistant
    • Institution: Center for Urban Ecology and Climate Adaptation, TUM
    • Duration: July 2023 – November 2023
    • Responsibilities:
      • Fieldwork and data analysis on plant eco-physiological research for climate trees.
  4. Student Research Assistant
    • Institution: Chair of Forest Growth and Yield Science, TUM
    • Duration: November 2021 – February 2022
    • Responsibilities:
      • Laser scanning of climate trees and preparation of dry biomass samples.
  5. Research Project Assistant
    • Institution: Bangladesh Agricultural Research Council, Bangladesh
    • Duration: February 2019 – September 2019
    • Responsibilities:
      • Science communication for afforestation and restoration projects.
  6. Student Research Assistant
    • Institution: North Forest Division, Ministry of Science and Technology, Bangladesh
    • Duration: January 2019 – January 2019
    • Responsibilities:
      • Data collection on plantation stands and vegetation.
      • Conducting socio-economic surveys.
  7. Student Research Assistant
    • Institution: Nursery of Institute of Forestry and Environmental Science, CU
    • Duration: October 2018 – March 2019
    • Responsibilities:
      • Conducted experiments on the ex-situ conservation of forest genetic resources.
      • Report writing on research outcomes.

Publication top Notes:

Corporate governance and banks’ productivity: evidence from the banking industry in Bangladesh

Cited:78

Public policies and tax evasion: evidence from SAARC countries

Cited:63

Influence of perceived environmental knowledge and environmental concern on customers’ green hotel visit intention: mediating role of green trust

Cited:62

Determinants of e-commerce customer satisfaction: mediating role of IT innovation acceptance

Cited:1

Capacity Utilization and Production Efficiency of Sugar Industry of Bangladesh: An Application of DEA

Cited:1