Sadekur Rahman Sany | Environmental Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Sadekur Rahman Sany | Environmental Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Shahjalal University of Science and Technology,Bangladesh

👨‍🎓Profiles

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🎓 Early Academic Pursuits

Sadekur Rahman Sany’s journey in academia began with a stellar performance in secondary education from Sarail Annada Government High School, followed by impressive results in higher secondary education from Brahmanbaria Government College. He culminated his academic foundation with a B.Sc. in Petroleum and Mining Engineering from Shahjalal University of Science and Technology (SUST) in June 2023, reflecting his growth and dedication throughout his academic career.

🧪 Professional Endeavors

Sany is currently serving as an Executive in Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) at United Aygaz LPG Limited, part of the prestigious United Group. In this role, he conducts safety audits, ensures regulatory compliance, delivers employee training, and monitors workplace quality and safety standards. His professional contributions demonstrate a firm commitment to industrial safety and sustainability.

🔬 Research Contributions and Focus

As an Undergraduate Research Assistant in the Department of PME at SUST, Sany engaged in methodical and analytical research. He contributed to sampling, lab analysis, and data interpretation, aiding in the documentation of scholarly work. His involvement in research reflects a strong inclination toward environmental safety, sustainable resource management, and petroleum engineering innovations.

⚙️ Industrial Training & Technical Development

Sany enriched his practical knowledge through an intensive training program at the Training Institute for Chemical Industries (TICI). There, he gained hands-on experience in chemical and industrial processes including distillation, filtration, and reaction engineering. His understanding of control systems like SCADA, PLCs, and DCS, along with his experience with mechanical systems and analytical chemistry tools, demonstrates his technical versatility.

🌍 Impact and Influence

His multidisciplinary skill set in HSE compliance, green chemistry, industrial automation, and data analysis has already begun to influence his workplace by enhancing safety standards and operational efficiency. His proactive approach to learning and mentoring also positions him as a valuable future contributor to industrial and academic communities.

📘 Technical & Analytical Skills

  • Industrial Safety Compliance & Risk Management

  • Laboratory & Analytical Techniques (Spectrophotometry, Chromatography)

  • Control Systems: SCADA, PLC, DCS

  • Data Interpretation & Report Writing

  • Green Chemistry & Process Engineering

  • Team Collaboration & Presentation Skills

📚 Teaching & Mentoring Experience

Though early in his career, Sany’s involvement as a research assistant included mentoring undergraduates, preparing research presentations, and explaining methodologies—skills that form the foundation of strong academic communication and teaching potential.

🧭 Legacy and Future Contributions

Sadekur Rahman Sany aspires to contribute meaningfully to the domains of industrial safety, sustainable engineering, and environmental innovation. With plans to pursue higher studies and deeper research into petroleum sustainability and energy efficiency, he aims to bridge academic research with industrial impact, especially in resource-intensive economies like Bangladesh.

📖Notable Publications

Evaluation of Groundwater Quality and Potential Health Risks in the Tengratila Gas Field Blowout Region, Bangladesh: An In-Depth Analysis Utilizing Multivariate Statistics, Heavy Metal Indices and Monte Carlo Simulation

  • Authors: Sany SR, Deb SR, Ahmed F, Nayem MAA, Ashikuzzaman AKM, Numanbakth MAA

  • Journal: Journal of Hazardous Materials

  • Year: 2025

Obinna Chigoziem Akakuru | Environmental Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Assist. Prof. Dr. Obinna Chigoziem Akakuru | Environmental Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Federal University of Technology – Owerri, Nigeria

👨‍🎓Profiles

🎓 Early Academic Pursuits

Assist. Prof. Dr. Obinna Chigoziem Akakuru began his academic journey with a strong foundation in the geosciences, focusing on hydrogeology and hydrology during his formative years. His early academic success was marked by securing the prestigious TETFund Full Ph.D. Scholarship in 2014, enabling him to pursue advanced research in groundwater systems and environmental studies. His commitment to academic excellence was further reinforced through the Engr. Emmanuel Iwuanyanwu Grant for Ph.D. studies (2015), which supported his doctoral research in hydrogeochemistry and water resource management.

🧑‍💼 Professional Endeavors

Currently serving as an Assistant Professor at the Federal University of Technology – Owerri, Nigeria, Dr. Akakuru has established himself as a key figure in the geosciences community. His role involves conducting cutting-edge research, mentoring students, and contributing to the advancement of knowledge in water resources and environmental sustainability. His professional career is also marked by collaborations on national and international projects, emphasizing hydrogeological modeling, pollution assessment, and the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) in solving complex environmental problems.

🔬 Contributions and Research Focus

Dr. Akakuru’s research portfolio is interdisciplinary, bridging hydrogeology, hydrology, hydrogeochemistry, and pollution modeling with emerging technologies like artificial intelligence and machine learning. His work addresses pressing issues such as sustainable groundwater management, environmental contamination, and geostatistical modeling for optimal resource utilization. He is particularly renowned for his contributions to groundwater exploitation and management in southeastern Nigeria, a project that secured him a $63,000 grant from the TETFund National Research Fund (2023).

🌍 Impact and Influence

Dr. Akakuru’s research has far-reaching impacts, particularly in regions facing water scarcity and environmental degradation. His models for pollution control and petroleum geology have informed both academic discussions and policy-making decisions. By integrating AI and machine learning techniques into geoscience applications, he has introduced innovative methodologies for groundwater modeling, water quality prediction, and environmental risk assessment, positioning himself as a forward-thinking scholar in the global geoscience community.

📚 Academic Citations

With numerous peer-reviewed publications, Dr. Akakuru’s research is widely cited in hydrogeology, environmental science, and geoinformatics literature. His work is contributing to the growing body of knowledge on sustainable water resource management and pollution modeling, making significant academic contributions to both theoretical and applied research domains.

🛠️ Technical Skills

Dr. Akakuru possesses a diverse technical skill set, including hydrogeological mapping, geostatistical analysis, AI/ML-based environmental modeling, and pollution risk assessment. His expertise extends to the application of software tools for spatial analysis and modeling, such as GIS platforms, statistical software, and machine learning frameworks, enabling data-driven insights into environmental processes.

👨‍🏫 Teaching Experience

As an Assistant Professor, Dr. Akakuru is actively involved in teaching and mentoring undergraduate and postgraduate students in areas such as hydrogeology, water resources management, geostatistics, and environmental science. His pedagogical approach emphasizes critical thinking, research-based learning, and the practical application of geoscientific principles. Many of his students have gone on to make notable contributions in academia and the water resources industry.

🏆 Awards and Recognitions

Dr. Akakuru’s dedication to research excellence has earned him prestigious awards and funding, including the NCIPC Grant (2024) valued at $125,000 annually for five years, for his role in the Fairfield Heritage Prevention Coalition. These recognitions underscore his commitment to community-centered research and public health initiatives.

🚀 Legacy and Future Contributions

Looking ahead, Dr. Akakuru aims to expand his research on climate-resilient groundwater management, AI-powered hydrogeological modeling, and environmental pollution mitigation strategies. He aspires to influence water policy formulation and environmental sustainability practices both in Nigeria and globally. Through his academic and professional journey, Dr. Akakuru continues to inspire the next generation of scientists while driving forward innovative solutions to environmental challenges.

📖Notable Publications

Publication: Hydrogeochemical facies and pollution status of groundwater resources of Owerri and environs, Southeastern Nigeria
Authors: OC Akakuru, B Akudinobi, AI Opara, SO Onyekuru, OU Akakuru
Journal: Environmental Monitoring and Assessment 193, 1-26
Year: 2021

Publication: The chemistry of chitin and chitosan justifying their nanomedical utilities
Authors: OU Akakuru, H Louis, PI Amos, OC Akakuru, EI Nosike, EF Ogulewe
Journal: Biochem Pharmacol (Los Angel) 7 (241), 2167-0501.1000241
Year: 2018

Publication: Hydrogeochemical evolution, water quality indices, irrigation suitability and pollution index of groundwater (PIG) around Eastern Niger Delta, Nigeria
Authors: OC Akakuru, CU Eze, OC Okeke, AI Opara, AO Usman, O Iheme, …
Journal: International Journal of Energy and Water Resources, 1-23
Year: 2022

Publication: Hydrochemical characterization of abandoned quarry and mine water for domestic and irrigation uses in Abakaliki, southeast Nigeria
Authors: MO Eyankware, PN Obasi, OO Omo-Irabor, OC Akakuru
Journal: Modeling Earth Systems and Environment 6, 2465-2485
Year: 2020

Publication: Appraisal of groundwater to risk contamination near an abandoned limestone quarry pit in Nkalagu, Nigeria, using enrichment factor and statistical approaches
Authors: MO Eyankware, OC Akakuru
Journal: International Journal of Energy and Water Resources 7 (4), 603-621
Year: 2023