Mrs. Deborah Ishaku | Geography | Best Researcher Award

Gombe State Polytechnic, Gombe, Nigeria.

Deborah Ishaku is a dedicated academic and researcher with a passion for climate change and human habitat issues. Her career objective is to positively impact people's lives through education, addressing challenges for sustainable growth and development in Nigeria and beyond. She is a disciplined, innovative, and result-oriented professional with strong teamwork and presentation skills.

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Education 🎓

Deborah Ishaku is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Climate Change and Human Habitat through the West African Science Service Centre on Climate Change and Adapted Land Use (WASCAL). She holds a Master of Technology in Environmental Management (2019) from the Federal University of Technology Minna, Nigeria. She earned her B.Sc. in Geography, Second Class Upper Division (2014) from Gombe State University, Nigeria. In 2021, she completed a Certificate in French Language Training from the University of Lome, Togo, which enhances her language skills and global communication. Additionally, Deborah holds a Senior Secondary School Certificate (2008) and a First School Leaving Certificate (2002), providing a solid academic foundation for her career.

Experience 🧑‍🏫

Deborah is currently the Dean of the School of General Studies and a Lecturer II at Gombe State Polytechnic since 2024. She has previously worked as a Lecturer III and Assistant Lecturer at the same institution, with experience spanning from 2017 to 2023. Her early career includes serving as a Geography Tutor during her National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) at Sule Lamido University in Jigawa State. She also contributed to extra-moral classes and community service projects.

Research Interests 🔬

Climate Change & Environmental Trends

Deborah investigates rainfall and temperature trends in Nigeria, aiming to understand how climate change is affecting the region's weather patterns and its implications for the environment.

Urbanization & Climate Change

She is particularly interested in the intersection of urbanization and climate change, exploring how rapid urban growth impacts the environment and contributes to climate change, especially in urban areas of Nigeria.

Sustainable Development of Natural Resources

Deborah's research also focuses on the sustainable development of natural resources, with a particular emphasis on water resources and tourism. She examines how these resources can be managed effectively to support both the environment and local communities.

Ms. Yaqi Xiao | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

Sun Yat-sen University, China

Xiao Yaqi is a master's student at Sun Yat-sen University's School of Geography and Planning, specializing in National Space Planning and Smart Urban and Rural Construction. A dedicated scholar and a passionate community contributor, she brings a strong interdisciplinary foundation in marine science and geography to her academic and project work. Xiao is recognized for her outstanding achievements, having won several prestigious awards and scholarships, and she actively participates in cultural, academic, and volunteer activities.

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Education 🎓

Ms. Xiao Yaqi is pursuing a Master’s degree in Geography and Planning (2022-2025) at Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, where her studies focus on cutting-edge topics like Big Data and Spatial Analysis and Machine Learning in Geoscience Applications. She previously earned a Bachelor’s degree in Marine Sciences (2018-2022) from the same institution in Zhuhai, achieving a GPA of 3.9/5.0 and ranking among the top 7% of her class.

Experience 💼

Ms. Xiao Yaqi has gained diverse experience through her roles in research, teaching, and student leadership. At the Guangdong Provincial Marine Development Planning Research Center (2024.07-2024.09), she conducted island planning and ecological protection research, delivering a detailed analysis report. Her involvement in Zhuhai marine economy projects (2024.01-2024.09) focused on carbon emissions, green industry upgrades, and economic development, leading to impactful policy recommendations. Additionally, as an Undergraduate Teaching Assistant (2022.09-2023.09), she supported courses on Human Geography and Big Data Applications, efficiently managing course materials and assignments. Her five-year commitment to Sun Yat-sen University’s Student Union (2018-2023) saw her organizing cultural and academic events, significantly enriching campus life.

Research Interests 🔬

Urban and Regional Planning

Focused on smart city development, Ms. Xiao Yaqi explores innovative approaches to urban management, integrating technology and sustainable practices to enhance urban functionality and resilience.

Marine Science and Economy

Her expertise extends to marine science, with an emphasis on carbon emissions reduction, ecological sustainability, and fostering green industry upgrades to support the blue economy.

GIS and Remote Sensing Applications

Proficient in GIS and remote sensing technologies, Ms. Xiao applies these tools in geography and marine studies to analyze spatial patterns and inform data-driven decision-making.

Awards 🏆

Sun Yat-sen University Scholarship First Prize (2022)

Outstanding Student Third Prize (2019, 2020, 2021)

Star Volunteer (2022, 2023)

Publication 📚

Impact of Turbidity on Satellite-Derived Bathymetry: Comparative Analysis Across Seven Ports in the South China Sea

Journal: Remote Sensing; Publication Date: November 2024; Contributors: Chunzhu Wei, Yaqi Xiao, Dongjie Fu, Tingting ZhouLink. Link

Mrs. Deborah Ishaku | Geography | Best Researcher Award

Mrs. Deborah Ishaku | Geography | Best Researcher Award

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