Cigdem Saydam Eker | Sedimentology | Innovative Research Award

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Innovative Research Award

Cigdem Saydam Eker
Affiliation Gumushane University
Country Turkey
Scopus ID 54405591000
Documens 31
Citations 419
h-index 12
Subject Area Sedimentology
Event International Research Chemistry Awards
ORCID 0000-0003-4438-3798

The Innovative Research Award recognizes research activity characterized by scholarly investigation, methodological development, publication, and contribution to a defined scientific field. In the case of Cigdem Saydam Eker, the documented Scopus record provides bibliometric evidence relevant to the assessment of her research activity.The available bibliometric information indicates an established body of scholarly output and a measurable citation record [1]

Abstract

Cigdem Saydam Eker is a researcher at Gumushane University whose academic subject area is identified as sedimentology. Her research profile comprises documents and citations, with an h-index of according to the supplied Scopus author information. These bibliometric indicators provide a quantitative description of her indexed research output and citation impact. Her ORCID record provides an additional persistent identifier for distinguishing her scholarly activities and publications.[1]

Keywords

Cigdem Saydam Eker, Sedimentology, Geological Research, Organic Geochemistry, Coal Geochemistry, Depositional Environment, Sedimentary Basin Analysis, Miocene Coal Research, Geological Sciences, Earth Science Research, Scientific Publications, Academic Research, Research Contributions, Research Impact, Citation Analysis, Scopus, ORCID, Scholarly Communication, Scientific Collaboration, Innovative Research Award, International Research Chemistry Awards.[2]

Introduction

Sedimentology is concerned with the origin, transport, deposition, composition, and interpretation of sediments and sedimentary materials. It intersects with broader areas of earth science because sedimentary records can preserve information about geological processes and environmental conditions. Research in this field commonly combines field observations, laboratory analysis, geological interpretation, and quantitative methods.[1]

Research Profile

Research impact may also be considered through qualitative dimensions, including the relevance of research questions, methodological contribution, reproducibility, collaboration, disciplinary usefulness, and the application of findings. Such dimensions are not fully represented by citation indicators alone.Final award assessment, however, may also depend on the award’s specific eligibility criteria, submitted materials, peer or committee review, and the evidence presented for individual research contributions.[2]

Research Contributions

Research contributions in sedimentology may encompass the characterization and interpretation of sedimentary materials, depositional environments, geological histories, and processes affecting sediment accumulation. The documented research profile of Cigdem Saydam Eker indicates sustained participation in scholarly publication within this broad subject area.Her contribution can be examined through the combination of publication output and citation indicators.[3]

Publications

Cigdem Saydam Eker’s publication record is represented in the supplied bibliometric information by Scopus-indexed documents. Detailed publication-level analysis should be based on individual bibliographic records, including article titles, journals, publication years, co-authorship, citation counts, and metadata where available.For scholarly identification and verification, the researcher’s Scopus author profile and ORCID record provide complementary sources.[4]

Research Impact

The available bibliometric indicators show citations across Scopus-indexed documents and an h-index. These measures provide quantitative evidence of scholarly visibility within the indexed literature. Citation counts and h-index values can change over time as databases are updated and additional publications receive citations, so the figures should be interpreted as a dated bibliometric snapshot rather than permanent values.[2]

Award Suitability

The Innovative Research Award associated with the International Research Chemistry Awards provides a recognition framework for researchers whose work demonstrates research activity, scholarly publication, and contribution to scientific knowledge. The documented profile of Cigdem Saydam Eker includes an established publication record, citation activity, and a defined research specialization in sedimentology.[3]

Conclusion

Cigdem Saydam Eker is affiliated with Gumushane University and is identified with the research area of sedimentology. Her supplied Scopus profile records documents, citations, and an h-index , while her ORCID identifier provides a persistent scholarly identity. Together, these records provide a structured basis for documenting her academic publication activity and research visibility in the context of the Innovative Research Award.[4]

References

  1. Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Cigdem Saydam Eker, Author ID 54405591000. Scopus.
    https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=54405591000
  2. ORCID. (n.d.). Cigdem Saydam Eker: ORCID record 0000-0003-4438-3798. ORCID.
    https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4438-3798
  3. International Research Chemistry Awards. (n.d.).
    https://researchchemistry.org
  4. Saydam Eker, Ç., & Köse, Y. (2026). Organic geochemical properties of the Miocene coal seam in the Ömerler Field, Tunçbilek Basin, Western Türkiye: Implications for depositional environment.
    https://doi.org/10.1002/gj.5231

Dr. Rene Price | carbonate geochemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Rene Price | carbonate geochemistry | Best Researcher Award

Doctorate at Florida International University, United States

Professional Profiles

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🎓 Education & Academic Foundation

Dr. René Marie Price holds a B.S. in Geology from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (1985), a M.S. in Environmental Sciences from the University of Virginia (1988), and a Ph.D. in Marine Geology and Geophysics from the Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences, University of Miami (2001). Her diverse academic background has laid a strong foundation for her illustrious career in hydrogeology, marine sciences, and environmental research.

🏛 Administrative Leadership at Florida International University

Dr. Price has been an integral part of Florida International University (FIU), holding several key administrative positions. Since 2023, she has been serving as the Associate Dean of the University Graduate School and Associate Vice President for Research and Economic Development. From 2020 to 2023, she contributed significantly as a Faculty Fellow in the Office to Advance Women, Equity, and Diversity. Earlier, she led as the Chair of the Earth & Environment Department from 2015 to 2019, overseeing academic development and research advancements in environmental sciences.

👩‍🏫 Academic Experience & Teaching Excellence

With a passion for teaching and research, Dr. Price has been a Professor in the Earth and Environment Department and the Institute of Environment at FIU since 2015. Prior to this, she served as an Associate Professor (2008-2015) and Assistant Professor (2001-2008) in the same department. In 2011, she broadened her international experience as a Visiting Scholar at the Oceans Institute, The University of Western Australia. Her commitment to education began as a Research and Teaching Assistant at the University of Miami (1995-2001).

🌊 Professional Experience in Hydrogeology & Environmental Research

Dr. Price’s expertise extends beyond academia, with extensive professional experience in hydrogeology and environmental research. She has worked as a Hydrogeologist at ERM-South, Inc. (1993-1994), Harding Lawson Associates (1992), and Environmental Resources Management, Inc. (1988-1992). Her early career involved working as a Geologist at Hydrosystems, Inc. (1986) and Goldberg, Zoino, and Associates (1984-1985). These roles have enriched her understanding of groundwater systems, marine geology, and environmental sustainability.

🏆 Professional Honors & Recognitions

Dr. Price’s outstanding contributions to geology and environmental sciences have earned her numerous accolades. She was named a Fellow of the Geological Society of America (2022) and inducted into Sigma Xi (2023). FIU has recognized her excellence with multiple awards, including the College of Arts, Sciences, and Education Award for Research (2020), Top Scholar for Significant Funding (2019), and Top Scholar for Significant Publication (2015). In 2001, she was honored with the prestigious Smith Prize for Outstanding Dissertation at UM-RSMAS, highlighting her pioneering research in marine geology.

Noteble Publications📝

Stable isotope tempestology of tropical cyclones across the North Atlantic and Eastern Pacific Ocean basins

Authors: R. Sánchez-Murillo, D.A. Herrera, K.K. Farrick, C. Soulsby, S.G. Dee

Journal: Not available

Year: Not available

Dynamics of particles and phosphorus in canals of the Lower Everglades, Florida, USA

Authors: I.S. Onwuka, L.J. Scinto, R.M.M. Price, A.M. Melesse

Journal: Science of the Total Environment

Year: 2023

Quantification of Evapotranspiration and Water Chemistry in a Remediated Wetland in Everglades National Park, USA

Authors: D.N. Reio, R.M.M. Price, A.M. Melesse, M.S. Ross

Journal: Water (Switzerland)

Year: 2023

Linking Seasonal Changes in Organic Matter Composition and Nutrients to Shifting Hydraulic Gradients in Coastal Urban Canals

Authors: M.A. Smith, J.S. Kominoski, R.M.M. Price, O.I. Abdul-Aziz, T.G. Troxler

Journal: Water Resources Research

Year: 2023