Sergey Glazyrin | Waste Disposal | Best Researcher Award

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Assistant Professor Dr. Sergey Glazyrin | Waste Disposal | Best Researcher Award 

Assist. Prof. Dr. Sergey Glazyrin | NAO "Eurasian National University named after L.N. Gumileva" | Kazakhstan

Assistant Professor Dr. Sergey Glazyrin is a distinguished scholar and expert in industrial heat power engineering, energy efficiency, and environmental technologies. He holds dual Bachelor’s degrees in Industrial Heat Power from S. Toraigyrov Pavlodar State University and in Finance and Credit from the Institute of Modern Business, Moscow, along with a Ph.D. (Candidate of Technical Sciences, 2004) in Industrial Heat Power. Over his extensive career, Dr. Glazyrin has combined academic excellence with industrial innovation, serving in key academic roles including Associate Professor and Head of the Department of Heat Power Engineering at both L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University and S. Toraigyrov Pavlodar State University. He has led numerous national and international projects focused on heat power systems, renewable energy integration, wastewater reuse, and emission reduction technologies. His applied research has contributed to energy strategies and environmental sustainability in Kazakhstan, including projects under Samruk-Energo, Kazakhmys Energy LLP, and Eurasian Energy Corporation JSC. Dr. Glazyrin is also an active technical expert for Kazakhstan’s Science Fund and International Center for Green Technologies, providing high-level evaluations of energy efficiency initiatives. His research has resulted in over 45 scientific publications, accumulating more than 420 citations and an h-index of 11, reflecting his impact in the fields of thermal energy systems, environmental protection, and power plant optimization. His achievements also include innovative patents, development of national building and energy regulations, and leadership in technology commercialization and dual education programs. Currently, he serves as Associate Professor at Kazan State Power Engineering University, Technical Manager at ECO AIR LLP, and Leading Researcher at L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University, continuing to advance energy and environmental innovations across Central Asia and Russia.

Profiles: Scopus | Orcid 

Featured Publications

Glazyrin, S. A., Kopishev, E. E., Zhumagulov, M. G., Bimurzina, Z. A., & Aibuldinov, Y. K. (2025). Analysis of the efficiency and environmental impact of municipal solid waste incineration as a tool for sustainability development in Kazakhstan. Sustainability, 17(18), 8696.

Varlamov, G. B., Glazyrin, S. A., Khamzina, A., Bimurzina, Z. A., & Zhakiyev, N. (2024). Hydrogen energy for advancing energy efficiency and environmental friendliness of the heat supply system of residential house. Sustainable Energy Technologies and Assessments, 64, 103689.

Glazyrin, S. A., Aibuldinov, Y. K., Kopishev, E. E., Zhumagulov, M. G., & Bimurzina, Z. A. (2024). Analysis of the composition and properties of municipal solid waste from various cities in Kazakhstan. Energies, 17(24), 6426.

Glazyrin, S. A., Zhumagulov, M. G., Aydimbaeva, Z. A., & Dostiyarov, A. M. (2020). Universal installation for the integrated utilization of flue gases and wastewater from thermal power plants. E3S Web of Conferences, 178, 01062.

Dr. Darkhan Yerezhep | Environmental Science | Distinguished Scientist Award

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Dr. Darkhan Yerezhep | Environmental Science | Distinguished Scientist Award

Satbayev University, Kazakhstan.

Darkhan Yeseyuly Erezhep is a Kazakh scientist, engineer, and academic leader currently serving as the Head of the Department of Standardization, Certification, and Metrology at KazNITU named after K. I. Satpayev, Kazakhstan. With over 10 years of academic and industrial experience, his expertise spans thermal physics, metrology, quality management, and energy systems. A double PhD holder, Dr. Erezhep is an award-winning educator and a leading voice in advancing Kazakhstan’s technical education and research infrastructure.

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🎓 Education

Dr. Darkhan Yerezhep is a distinguished scholar with dual Ph.D. degrees in Engineering—one in Thermal Physics and Theoretical Heat Engineering from ITMO University, Russia (2020), and another in Technical Physics awarded by the Ministry of Education and Science of Kazakhstan (2021). He holds a Master’s degree in Refrigeration and Cryogenic Engineering (2017) and a Bachelor’s degree in Standardization and Metrology (2015), both from ITMO University. Additionally, he pursued a second higher education in Financial Management, reflecting his interdisciplinary expertise. Dr. Yerezhep has also earned multiple professional certifications in standardization, scientific mentoring, and quality systems from leading institutions in Kazakhstan and Russia, further demonstrating his commitment to academic excellence and applied research.

💼 Experience

Dr. Darkhan Yerezhep currently serves as the Head of Department at KazNITU in Almaty (2023–present), where he has led significant advancements including the development of Master’s and Ph.D. programs, fostering international collaborations, and increasing the department’s research funding tenfold. He also holds roles as Associate Professor and Researcher at KazNITU and the Physicotechnical Institute, and previously served as a Senior Lecturer at Al-Farabi Kazakh National University. His earlier career includes work as a Researcher and Design Engineer at ITMO University and Roselectromotor in St. Petersburg. Dr. Yerezhep has extensive teaching and research experience in cryogenics, metrology, quality systems, and technical regulation.

🔬 Research Interests

Thermal physics and thermoelectric systems

Cryogenic engineering

Standardization and metrology

Quality assurance in industrial systems

Energy system efficiency and low-temperature processes

Passionate about integrating SDG goals, inclusive education, and scientific commercialization in engineering research.

🏆 Awards & Honors

🏅 Best University Teacher (2024) – Kazakhstan Ministry of Education

🎓 State Scientific Scholarship for Talented Young Scientists (2024–2025)

Led department to 2nd place in Atameken National Ranking (2024)

Recipient of state and institutional recognition for leadership in education and science.

📚 Selected Publications

🧪 1. Multiple Phase Transitions in Ethanol Thin Films Obtained by Physical Vapor Deposition

Journal: Applied Surface Science
DOI: 10.1016/J.APSUSC.2024.162259
WOSUID: WOS:001402656800001
Co-authors: Aldiyarov A., Sokolov D., Korshikov E., Nurmukan A., Tasmukhanova A., Ramos M.A.
This article explores complex phase behaviors in ethanol thin films created via physical vapor deposition, highlighting unique thermodynamic transitions.

💧 2. Geoinformation and Analytical Support for the Development of Promising Aquifers for Pasture Water Supply in Southern Kazakhstan

Journal: Water
Date: April 2025
DOI: 10.3390/w17091297
Co-authors: Tazhiyev S., Murtazin Y., Sotnikov E., Rakhimova V., Adenova D., Abdizhalel M., Yerezhep D.
This study presents a GIS-based approach to assessing groundwater potential for sustainable livestock support in arid Kazakh regions.

🚀 3. Optimizing Combustion Characteristics of Ammonium Perchlorate Composites with Nickel-Enhanced Carboxymethyl Cellulose

Journal: Aerospace
Date: March 2025
DOI: 10.3390/aerospace12040270
Co-authors: Nurguzhin M., Janikeyev M., Omarbayev M., Yermakhanova A., Meiirbekov M., Zhumakhanov M., Lesbayev A., Yerezhep D., Atamanov M., Tulepov M.
The work investigates improvements in the combustion efficiency of AP-based propellants through the use of nickel-modified additives.

❄️ 4. Криогенная установка для FTIR-спектроскопического исследования поведения углеводородных соединений при атмосферном давлении

Journal: Bulletin of Toraighyrov University. Energetics series
Date: March 28, 2025
DOI: 10.48081/NJKI9829
Co-authors: Кенбай А. А., Алдияров А. У., Ережеп Д. Е.
Title translation: Cryogenic Setup for FTIR Spectroscopic Study of Hydrocarbon Compounds at Atmospheric Pressure
The article describes a cryogenic system designed for FTIR spectroscopy to analyze hydrocarbon behavior under atmospheric conditions.

 

 

 

Stratos Kokolakis | Ecological Monitoring | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Stratos Kokolakis | Ecological Monitoring | Best Researcher Award

Hellenic Mediterranean University, Greece

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🎓 Early Academic Pursuits

Efstratios “Stratos” Georgios Kokolakis began his academic journey at the Hellenic Mediterranean University (HMU), where he earned his Postgraduate Diploma in Agriculture. Building on his foundational knowledge and passion for environmental science and technology, he advanced to a Ph.D. candidacy in Agricultural Science at the same institution. His early academic pursuits laid a strong interdisciplinary foundation, blending agriculture with emerging geospatial technologies.

💼 Professional Endeavors

Since February 2024, Stratos has held the position of Senior Research Associate at Health Level Seven (HL7) Europe, based in Brussels. This role not only highlights his growth from a strong academic background but also underscores his involvement in international-level research and policy development concerning health and environment integration. His proactive engagement in both research and applied projects places him at the nexus of environmental science, technology, and public health.

🔬 Contributions and Research Focus

Stratos Kokolakis’s research primarily orbits around Geoinformatics, Remote Sensing, Spatial Data Analysis & GIS, UAV-based Environmental Monitoring, and Aquatic Ecosystem Health. His notable paper, “From Space to Stream: Combining Remote Sensing and In Situ Techniques for Comprehensive Stream Health Assessment” (published in Remote Sensing, 2025), exemplifies his innovative approach of integrating Sentinel-2 satellite imagery, UAV-derived topographic data, and laboratory analysis to evaluate urban stream health. His work not only advances academic understanding but also delivers practical frameworks for environmental management.

🌍 Impact and Influence

Stratos’s research has significantly contributed to enhancing urban aquatic ecosystem monitoring. Through presentations like “Earth Observation and Geoinformatics to Monitoring the Environmental Status of Urban Streams” at ICED2024, he bridges environmental monitoring with mental health policy-making. His interdisciplinary research is influencing how public health authorities consider environmental data for urban planning and wellness strategies, particularly emphasizing the link between environmental health and human mental well-being.

📈 Academic Cites and Recognition

Stratos’s work is published in reputable databases such as Scopus and Remote Sensing, with citations beginning to build as his 2025 publications circulate through the academic community. His proactive research dissemination through conferences and publications underscores his growing academic footprint and influence among peers in environmental science and spatial data communities.

🛠️ Technical Skills

Stratos exhibits strong technical proficiency in Remote Sensing analysis, UAV-based environmental surveying, GIS data processing, spatial modeling, and water quality assessment techniques. His ability to combine data from diverse sources — satellites, drones, lab samples — and integrate them into cohesive analytical frameworks marks him as a versatile and forward-thinking researcher.

📚 Teaching Experience

While primarily research-focused at this stage of his career, Stratos’s involvement in collaborative research projects and mentorship activities hints at a strong potential for future academic teaching roles. His technical acumen and communication skills position him well to eventually contribute as a lecturer or trainer in Geoinformatics, GIS applications, and Environmental Science.

🌟 Legacy and Future Contributions

Efstratios Georgios Kokolakis is setting the stage for a long-lasting impact on environmental monitoring and public health policy integration. His innovative methodologies are likely to become part of standardized practices in urban ecosystem management. Looking ahead, his research is poised to influence European environmental health policies, contribute to climate adaptation strategies, and enhance the use of spatial technologies for sustainable development. His commitment to merging environmental science with societal benefits ensures that his legacy will be one of practical innovation and academic excellence.

📚 Notable Publications

  • Publication: "From Space to Stream: Combining Remote Sensing and In Situ Techniques for Comprehensive Stream Health Assessment"

    • Authors: Stratos Kokolakis, Eleni Kokinou, Matenia Karagiannidou, Nikos Gerarchakis, Christos Vasilakos, Melina Kotti, Catherine Chronaki

    • Journal: Remote Sensing

    • Year: 2025

  • Publication: "Monitoring the Healthy Status of Urban Streams"

    • Authors: Stratos Kokolakis, Eleni Kokinou, Catherine Chronaki

    • Journal: E3S Web of Conferences

    • Year: 2024

  • Publication: "Earth Observation and Geoinformatics to Monitoring the Environmental Status of Urban Streams Inextricably Linked to People’s Mental Health"

    • Authors: Stratos Kokolakis, Eleni Kokinou, Catherine Chronaki, Anne Moen, Gora Datta

    • Journal: Book Chapter

    • Year: 2024

  • Publication: "Integrating Earth Observation with Stream Health and Agricultural Activity"

    • Authors: David Chatzidavid, Eleni Kokinou, Stratos Kokolakis, Matina Karagiannidou

    • Journal: Remote Sensing

    • Year: 2023

  • Publication: "Spatiotemporal Environmental Monitoring of the Karst-related Almyros Wetland (Heraklion, Crete, Greece, Eastern Mediterranean)"

    • Authors: Eleni Kokinou, D.E. Zacharioudaki, Stratos Kokolakis, Melina Kotti, D. Chatzidavid, M. Karagiannidou, E. Fanouraki, E. Kontaxakis

    • Journal: Environmental Monitoring and Assessment

    • Year: 2023