Loubna EL FELS | Environmental Science | Excellence in Research Award

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Prof. Loubna EL FELS | Environmental Science | Excellence in Research Award

Professor at Université Cadi Ayyad, Morocco

Prof. Loubna EL FELS is a Professor of Super Habilitation in Biology at the Faculté of Sciences Semlalia, University of Cadi Ayyad in Marrakech, specializing in biotechnology, microbiology, bioprocédés, environmental and ecotoxicology. Title of a doctor with an honorable mention (2014) and this habitation (2020) on the biotechnological valorization of organ déchets and the disposal of polluants, which include important administrative responsibilities and pedagogical matters, noting the same. Adjointe the chef de partement and coordinatrice de masters. It is coordinating and co-ordinating from a number of national and international projets (USAID, PRIMA, ERA-NET, PHC, German-Marocains projets) in the domains of the distribution sites, the economic circuit and the agro-environnement. Porte for start-up, ventilate, laureate from more excellent prices and are active in the medical education and scientific evaluation, it searches for microbial biotechnologies, the value of the biomasse, the trait of the organs and the ecotoxicological suivi. Emergent polluants.

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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

 

 

 

 

Dr. Despoina Tounta | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Despoina Tounta | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Greece.

Despoina D. Tounta is a Doctoral Candidate at the Department of Geology and Geoenvironment, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. With a strong background in environmental science, disaster management, and public health, her research focuses on the interplay between climate change, pandemics, and zoonotic diseases. She has presented her work at international conferences and published in renowned scientific journals.

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🎓 Education

Despoina D. Tounta holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Geology and Geoenvironment from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, which she earned in 1991. Building on her expertise in environmental sciences, she pursued a Master’s Degree in Environmental, Disaster, and Crisis Management Strategies at the same institution, graduating in 2017. Currently, she is a Ph.D. candidate at the Department of Geology and Geoenvironment, where her research focuses on the impact of climate change and pandemics from zoonotic diseases. Her doctoral thesis, titled “Climate Change and Pandemics from Zoonoses: Emerging Risks for Public Health and Strategies for Prevention in the Cyclades Island Complex,” explores the intersection of environmental changes and public health risks, with an emphasis on developing policies for disaster preparedness and mitigation.

💼 Experience

Despoina D. Tounta has actively contributed to environmental research and disaster management through training, conferences, and presentations. In 1993, she completed specialized training in Remote Sensing at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, focusing on natural environment protection. Her expertise in disaster resilience led her to present at SafeGreece 2017 (SafeAthens), where she discussed seismic risk prevention in public buildings. In 2021, she presented her research at the International CEST Conference, exploring the impact of weather conditions on COVID-19 spread. Continuing her work on environmental health, she spoke at the Climate Crisis Conference in 2022, analyzing the link between air pollution and COVID-19 mortality. Most recently, in 2023, she participated in COMECAP 2023, where she examined the association between solar irradiance, pollution, and COVID-19 cases in Athens, further reinforcing her role in climate and public health research.

🔬 Research Interests

🌍 Climate Change & Public Health – Investigating the link between environmental factors and zoonotic disease outbreaks.

🦠 Epidemics & Pandemics – Studying the spread of infectious diseases and their correlation with weather and pollution.

🏢 Seismic Risk Prevention – Assessing non-structural vulnerability in public buildings.

📡 Remote Sensing & Environmental Monitoring – Applying geospatial tools to analyze climate-related health risks.

🏆 Awards & Recognitions

Speaker & Contributor at multiple international conferences on environmental hazards, pandemics, and disaster management.

Recognized Researcher for work on COVID-19, climate change, and public health strategies.

📚 Publications

Human Activities and Zoonotic Epidemics: A Two-Way Relationship – The Case of the COVID-19 Pandemic

📌 Authors: Tounta, D.D.; Nastos, P.T.; Tesseromatis, C.
📌 Journal: Global Sustainability (2022)
📌 Volume: 5, e19
📌 Citations: 3

Could Saliva Play a Role in Controlling the COVID-19 Pandemic?

📌 Authors: Papadopoulou, A.; Tounta, D.; Tesseromatis, C.
📌 Journal: Stomatologija