Claudia Fernandes | Urban Planning | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Claudia Fernandes | Urban Planning | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor of Landscape Architecture at Faculty of Sciences of the University of Porto, Portugal.

Dr. Claudia Fernandes is an Assistant Professor at the University of Porto and a leading researcher in Landscape Architecture and Urban Ecology. She has played a key role in advancing sustainable landscape planning through interdisciplinary collaborations, leading EU-funded projects, and contributing to high-impact scientific publications. As the coordinator of the LPDM research group at CIBIO, she has spearheaded projects that promote urban resilience and biodiversity. She actively participates in editorial boards, international scientific committees, and municipal collaborations to enhance green space management and sustainability initiatives.

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Educational Details

Dr. Claudia Fernandes holds a Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Engineering (1997) and a Master’s in Rural Development (2001) from the University of Trás-os-Montes and Alto Douro (UTAD). She earned her PhD in Environmental Sciences (2009) from the same institution. Additionally, she obtained a Bachelor’s (2010) and a Master’s (2011) in Landscape Architecture from the University of Porto.

Professional Experience

Dr. Fernandes began her academic career as an invited lecturer at UTAD (1997-2007) and a researcher at UTAD’s Institute (2000-2008). Since 2011, she has been an active researcher at the CIBIO – Biodiversity and Genetic Resources Research Center, where she has coordinated the Landscape Planning, Design, and Management (LPDM) research group since 2017. She has contributed to numerous international and national scientific projects and has supervised multiple doctoral and master’s students. Currently, she serves as an Assistant Professor at the University of Porto’s Department of Geosciences, Environment, and Spatial Planning, Faculty of Sciences.

Research Interest

Dr. Fernandes specializes in Landscape Architecture, Landscape Ecology, Urban Biodiversity, Planting Design, Urban Forests, Urban Green Infrastructure, and Novel Urban Ecosystems. Her research focuses on sustainable landscape management, nature-based solutions, and the integration of biodiversity in urban planning.

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  • Scopus: h-index 14, i10-index 7
  • Web of Science: h-index 13
  • ResearchGate: h-index 14
  • Google Scholar: h-index 16, i10-index 21

Her contributions extend beyond academia, including consultancy work in landscape architecture and active involvement in professional organizations and municipal collaborations.

Top Noted Publication

  • Urban biodiversity: a review of current concepts and contributions to multidisciplinary approaches

    • Authors: P. Farinha-Marques, J.M. Lameiras, C. Fernandes, S. Silva, F. Guilherme

    • Journal: Innovation: The European Journal of Social Science Research

    • Volume/Issue: 24(3)

    • Pages: 247-271

    • Year: 2011

    • Citations: 148

    • DOI: [Insert DOI if available]

    • Summary: This paper provides a comprehensive review of urban biodiversity, addressing key concepts and exploring multidisciplinary approaches to sustainable urban planning.

  • Between tree lovers and tree haters: Drivers of public perception regarding street trees and its implications on urban green infrastructure planning

    • Authors: C.O. Fernandes, I.M. da Silva, C.P. Teixeira, L. Costa

    • Journal: Urban Forestry & Urban Greening

    • Volume: 37

    • Pages: 97-108

    • Year: 2019

    • Citations: 107

    • DOI: [Insert DOI if available]

    • Summary: Examines factors influencing public attitudes toward street trees, discussing their impact on urban green infrastructure policies and decision-making.

  • Characteristics and motivations of potential users of urban allotment gardens: The case of Vila Nova de Gaia municipal network of urban allotment gardens

    • Authors: I.M. da Silva, C.O. Fernandes, B. Castiglione, L. Costa

    • Journal: Urban Forestry & Urban Greening

    • Volume: 20

    • Pages: 56-64

    • Year: 2016

    • Citations: 79

    • DOI: [Insert DOI if available]

    • Summary: Investigates the characteristics and motivations of urban residents who engage with municipal allotment gardens, offering insights for urban planners.

  • Novel ecosystems: a review of the concept in non-urban and urban contexts

    • Authors: C.P. Teixeira, C.O. Fernandes

    • Journal: Landscape Ecology

    • Volume: 35(1)

    • Pages: 23-39

    • Year: 2020

    • Citations: 56

    • DOI: [Insert DOI if available]

    • Summary: Explores the concept of novel ecosystems in both urban and non-urban settings, discussing their ecological and planning implications.

  • Adaptive planting design and management framework for urban climate change adaptation and mitigation

    • Authors: C.P. Teixeira, C.O. Fernandes, J. Ahern

    • Journal: Urban Forestry & Urban Greening

    • Volume: 70

    • Article ID: 127548

    • Year: [Insert Year]

    • Citations: [Insert Citation Count]

    • DOI: [Insert DOI if available]

    • Summary: Proposes a framework for urban planting design that integrates climate change adaptation and mitigation strategies into city planning.

Conclusion

Dr. Claudia Fernandes is an outstanding candidate for the Best Researcher Award in Urban Planning and Landscape Architecture. Her extensive academic background, high-impact publications, leadership in research projects, and strong citation metrics make her a leading expert in her field. While she could further strengthen her profile by expanding industry collaborations, patents, and funding applications, her existing contributions to urban sustainability, landscape planning, and biodiversity research demonstrate excellence in scientific innovation and interdisciplinary impact.

 

Md Ashikuzzaman | Urban Planning | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Md Ashikuzzaman | Urban Planning | Best Researcher Award

Casual Academic at Curtin University, Australia.

Mr. Md Ashikuzzaman is an urban planner, researcher, and academic specializing in sustainable urban development, GIS, and climate resilience. He is currently pursuing a PhD at Curtin University, Australia, and serves as an Assistant Professor at Khulna University, Bangladesh. With extensive experience in teaching, research, and consultancy, he actively contributes to urban policy discussions and sustainability practices.

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Educational Details

Mr. Md Ashikuzzaman is an urban planner and researcher with a strong academic foundation in urban and regional planning. He is currently pursuing a PhD in Urban and Regional Planning at Curtin University, Australia. He earned a Master of Engineering in Urban Engineering from The University of Tokyo, Japan (2013–2015) and a Bachelor of Urban and Rural Planning from Khulna University, Bangladesh (2005–2009). His academic background is rooted in sustainable urban development, environmental planning, and spatial analysis.

Professional Experience

With over a decade of academic and research experience, Mr. Md Ashikuzzaman has been serving as an Assistant Professor at Khulna University, Bangladesh, since 2018, where he teaches and supervises research on urban development, climate change, GIS, and environmental studies. In addition to his teaching role, he has held research and teaching assistant positions at Curtin University and the University of Tokyo, where he contributed to course design, student guidance, and GIS-based spatial analysis.

His research experience includes working as a Research Assistant at Colouring Australia (2022–2023), where he conducted spatial analysis, developed GIS-based maps, and extracted data for statistical analysis. He has also worked in NGOs, including Community Development Centre (CODEC) and Jagrata Juba Shangha (JJA), focusing on project monitoring, evaluation, and documentation. His expertise extends to consultancy projects on urban governance, community development, and environmental sustainability.

Research Interest

Mr. Md Ashikuzzaman’s research interests include urban and regional planning, climate change adaptation, urban governance, sustainable development, and GIS-based spatial analysis. His work emphasizes data-driven solutions for resilient cities, sustainable infrastructure, and policy frameworks for effective urban management.

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Mr. Md Ashikuzzaman has published multiple research articles in peer-reviewed journals and has presented his findings at international conferences. His publications focus on urban resilience, spatial analysis, climate adaptation, and governance. His work is widely cited, reflecting his contributions to the field of urban and regional planning.

Top Noted Publication

  1. Factors Associating Different Antenatal Care Contacts of Women – PLoS ONE, 2020 (Cited 61 times)

    • Examines factors influencing antenatal care utilization in Bangladesh.

  2. Sustainable Solid Waste Management in Bangladesh: Issues and Challenges – Sustainable Waste Management Challenges in Developing Countries, 2019 (Cited 59 times)

    • Discusses challenges and policy recommendations for waste management.

  3. Nature and Extent of Population Displacement Due to Climate Change in Coastal Bangladesh – International Journal of Climate Change Strategies and Management, 2012 (Cited 31 times)

    • Analyzes displacement patterns caused by climate-induced disasters.

  4. An Integrated Model of City and Neighborhood Identities – Journal of Business Research, 2019 (Cited 30 times)

    • Explores how city and neighborhood identities influence branding.

  5. Nature and Extent of Population Displacement Due to Climate Change (Revised Study) – Management of Environmental Quality, 2011 (Cited 23 times)

    • Examines the socio-economic impact of environmental displacement.

  6. City Brand Love: Modelling and Resident Heterogeneity Analysis – Journal of Product & Brand Management, 2022 (Cited 22 times)

    • Investigates the role of city branding in urban identity and development.

Conclusion

Mr. Md Ashikuzzaman is an exceptional candidate for the Best Researcher Award in Urban Planning. His strong publication record, extensive teaching experience, technical expertise in GIS and sustainability, and impactful research on urban resilience and governance make him a deserving contender.