Laxmi Raj Joshi | Biodiversity | Best Researcher Award

Laxmi Raj Joshi | Biodiversity | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Laxmi Raj Joshi, National Trust for Nature Conservation, Nepal.

Publication profile

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Orcidย 
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Education and Experience

Education

  • 2023-ongoing: Masterโ€™s in Applied Ecology, University of Inland Norway (INN)ย ๐ŸŽ“๐Ÿ“˜
  • 2013: Masterโ€™s in Science (Distinction), Tribhuvan University, Nepalย ๐ŸŒฟ๐Ÿ“š
  • 2008: Bachelorโ€™s in Science, Tribhuvan University, Nepalย ๐Ÿ”ฌ

Professional Experience

  • Senior Conservation Officer, NTNC, Nepal (2024โ€“present)ย ๐Ÿพ๐Ÿ’ผ
  • Conservation Officer, NTNC, Nepal (2016โ€“2023)ย ๐ŸŒณ๐Ÿ‘ฃ
  • Research Officer, Southasia Institute of Advanced Studies (2014โ€“2015)ย ๐ŸŒฆ๏ธ๐Ÿ“Š
  • Teaching Assistant, Sanothimi Multiple Campus, TU (2013โ€“2015)ย ๐Ÿซ๐Ÿ“–
  • Researcher, Himalayan Climate Initiatives (2012โ€“2013)ย ๐Ÿ”๏ธ๐ŸŒ
  • Executive Editor, Hamro Sampada National Monthly (2008โ€“2013)ย ๐Ÿ–‹๏ธ๐Ÿ“–

Suitability For The Award

Mr. Laxmi Raj Joshi, a Senior Conservation Officer at the National Trust for Nature Conservation (NTNC), Nepal, is a distinguished researcher and conservation expert who has made outstanding contributions to biodiversity conservation and sustainable development. His dedication to addressing key environmental challenges and promoting human-wildlife coexistence positions him as an exceptional candidate for theย Best Researcher Award. Mr. Joshiโ€™s innovative approach to wildlife research, community engagement, and conservation science has garnered recognition in both national and international academic circles.

Professional Developmentย 

Publications Top Notes

  • Distribution and impact of invasive alien plant species in Bardia National Park, western Nepal
    Environmental Conservation 47 (3), 197-205, 2020
    Cited by:ย 49ย ๐ŸŒฑ
  • Adapting in the shadow of Annapurna: a climate tipping point
    Journal of Ethnobiology 35 (3), 449-471, 2015
    Cited by:ย 49ย ๐Ÿ”๏ธ
  • Characterisation of biomass resources in Nepal and assessment of potential for increased charcoal production
    Journal of Environmental Management 223, 358-370, 2018
    Cited by:ย 25ย ๐ŸŒณ
  • Sapindus mukorossi Gaertn. Sapindaceae
    Ethnobotany of the Himalayas, 1775-1783, 2021
    Cited by:ย 24ย ๐ŸŒฐ
  • Fire and forage quality: Postfire regrowth quality and pyric herbivory in subtropical grasslands of Nepal
    Ecology and Evolution 12 (4), e8794, 2022
    Cited by:ย 20ย ๐Ÿ”ฅ
  • Ecological factors associated with hispid hare (Caprolagus hispidus) habitat use and conservation threats in the Terai Arc Landscape of Nepal
    Global Ecology and Conservation 43, e02437, 2023
    Cited by:ย 7ย ๐Ÿ‡
  • Flora of Kailash sacred landscape Nepal: An annotated checklist
    Research Centre for Applied Science and Technology, Tribhuvan University, Nepal, 2021
    Cited by:ย 6ย ๐ŸŒฟ
  • Justicia adhatoda L. Acanthaceae
    Ethnobotany of the Himalayas, 1163-1171, 2021
    Cited by:ย 5ย ๐ŸŒบ

 

Abdullah Almakrab | Sustainability | Best Researcher Award

Abdullah Almakrab | Sustainability | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Abdullah Almakrab, Royal Comssion for AlUla, Saudi Arabia.

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Education and Experience

  • ๐ŸŽ“ย Ph.D. in Civil Engineeringย โ€“ University of Idaho (2021)
  • ๐ŸŽ“ย Master of Science in Civil Engineeringย โ€“ University of Idaho (2017)
  • ๐ŸŽ“ย Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineeringย โ€“ University of Idaho (2016)
  • ๐Ÿ—๏ธย Technical Managerย โ€“ Royal Commission for AlUla (2022 โ€“ Present)
  • ๐Ÿ—๏ธย Civil Engineerย โ€“ Germer Construction, Inc. (2021)
  • ๐Ÿ—๏ธย Senior Civil Inspectorย โ€“ Saudi Aramco (2010 โ€“ 2011)
  • ๐Ÿ—๏ธย Project Control Coordinatorย โ€“ Al-Suwaidi Industrial Services Co. Ltd. (2007 โ€“ 2010)

Suitability For The Award

Dr. Abdullah Almakrab is a seasoned engineering expert with over a decade of experience in civil engineering, specializing in large-scale and complex projects. His commitment to safety, quality, and sustainability aligns with the core values of impactful research and development in the field. His diverse portfolio, which includes significant contributions to engineering design, project management, and technical oversight, establishes him as a leading candidate for the Best Researcher Award.

Professional Developmentย 

Awards and Honorsย 

  • ๐Ÿ…ย Certified Saudi Aramco Quality Control Inspector
  • ๐Ÿ…ย Ph.D. in Civil Engineeringย โ€“ University of Idaho (2021)
  • ๐Ÿ…ย Recognition from Saudi Aramco South and West Province Teamย for QA/QC contributions
  • ๐Ÿ…ย Published Researchย in International Journal of Concrete Structures and Materials
  • ๐Ÿ…ย Member of Saudi Council of Engineers, SEA, ACI, ASCE

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