Teodoro Cassola | Spatial Databases | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Teodoro Cassola | Spatial Databases | Best Researcher Award

Schlumberger | Netherlands

Dr. Teodoro Cassola is a distinguished geoscientist and petroleum systems expert currently affiliated with Schlumberger, specializing in structural geology, basin modeling, and petroleum geology. With 68 citations, an h-index of 5, and an i10-index of 2, his research contributions demonstrate growing influence in the fields of basin evolution, geothermal exploration, and subsurface energy systems. Trained at ETH Zurich, Dr. Cassola has built a strong academic and professional foundation that bridges advanced geological modeling with practical energy applications. His research focuses on understanding the interplay between tectonics, sedimentation, and thermal processes to predict the distribution and behavior of hydrocarbons and geothermal resources. Among his most cited works are “A Basin Thermal Modelling Approach to Mitigate Geothermal Energy Exploration Risks: The St. Gallen Case Study” (Geothermics, 2020) and “Structural Restoration and Basin Modelling of the Central Apennine Orogen/Foredeep/Foreland System” (Marine and Petroleum Geology, 2021), both of which significantly advanced the understanding of subsurface processes affecting exploration risks. His basin-scale modeling across Central Italy and the Adriatic Sea has provided critical insights into petroleum system development, hydrocarbon migration, and structural restoration. Recent works, including studies on CO₂ storage in the Baltic Sea (Applied Sciences, 2025) and geothermal drilling risk mitigation in hydrocarbon-bearing zones (International Journal of Coal Geology, 2025), illustrate his commitment to leveraging petroleum geology expertise for energy transition and carbon management. Earlier investigations into forearc basin mechanics and Neogene vertical tectonics in Anatolia and the Mediterranean have further enriched the geoscientific understanding of crustal deformation and basin dynamics. Overall, Dr. Cassola’s interdisciplinary research integrates structural, thermal, and geochemical modeling to enhance exploration efficiency and sustainability, reflecting a career devoted to advancing geothermal and petroleum system science for a low-carbon energy future.

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Featured Publications

  1. Omodeo-Salé, S., Eruteya, O. E., Cassola, T., Baniasad, A., & Moscariello, A. (2020). A basin thermal modelling approach to mitigate geothermal energy exploration risks: The St. Gallen case study (eastern Switzerland). Geothermics, 87, 101876.

  2. D’Ambrosio, A., Lipparini, L., Bigi, S., Cassola, T., Bambridge, V. R., Derks, J. F., & Moscariello, A. (2021). Structural restoration and basin modelling of the Central Apennine orogen/foredeep/foreland system: New insights on the regional petroleum system. Marine and Petroleum Geology, 127, 104948.

  3. Ruggieri, R., Trippetta, F., Cassola, T., & Petracchini, L. (2022). Basin modeling constrains source rock position and dimension in the Burano-Bolognano petroleum system (Central Italy). Journal of Asian Earth Sciences, 240, 105436.

  4. Lipparini, L., D’Ambrosio, A., Trippetta, F., Bigi, S., Derks, J. F., Bambridge, V. R., & Cassola, T. (2021). A new regional petroleum systems model for Central Italy and the central Adriatic Sea supported by basin modelling and an analysis of hydrocarbon occurrences. Journal of Petroleum Geology, 44(4), 461–485.

  5. Fernández-Blanco, D., Mannu, U., Cassola, T., Bertotti, G., & Willett, S. D. (2021). Sedimentation and viscosity controls on forearc high growth. Basin Research, 33(2), 1384–1406.

Ibrahim Dalbudak | Indexing Techniques | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Ibrahim Dalbudak | Indexing Techniques | Best Researcher Award

Usak University | Turkey

Mr. İbrahim Dalbudak is a distinguished academic and Associate Professor in the Department of Sports Management at Uşak University’s Faculty of Sports Sciences, whose career is defined by a profound commitment to sports science, particularly in the realm of adaptive sports and the inclusion of individuals with disabilities. His academic journey, rooted in Physical Education and Sports Teaching, was solidified with advanced degrees where his seminal research investigated the psychological profiles including emotional intelligence, aggression, and stress levels of visually impaired athletes, establishing a foundational focus that continues to inform his work. An exceptionally prolific scholar, Mr. İbrahim Dalbudak has authored a substantial body of research published in numerous international refereed journals, exploring diverse themes such as the psychological well-being of athletes with disabilities, motivation, nutrition, and the broader socio-economic aspects of sports. His dedication extends beyond publication through active mentorship as a supervisor of graduate theses and participation in significant national and international projects, including pioneering research on implementing the DIR model to teach sport and life skills to hearing-impaired children. Complementing his research and teaching, he has demonstrated significant leadership by occupying crucial administrative positions such as Director of the Research and Application Center, Manager of the Disabled Unit, and membership on the University Senate. This blend of scholarly excellence, dedicated mentorship, and administrative service underscores a career consistently devoted to understanding and promoting the holistic benefits of sports, with a specialized and impactful emphasis on ensuring athletic participation is accessible and beneficial for disabled individuals, thereby championing inclusivity within the field.

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Featured Publications

  • Dalbudak, İ., Yilmaz, T., & Yigit, Ş. (2020). Nomophobia levels and personalities of university students. Journal of Education and Learning, *9*(2), 166–177.

  • Afyon, Y. A., Mülazimoğlu, O., Celikbilek, S., Dalbudak, İ., & Kalafat, Ç. (2021). The effect of Tabata training program on physical and motoric characteristics of soccer players. Progress in Nutrition, *23*(S2), e2021255.

  • Dalbudak, İ., & Yigit, Ş. (2019). Hearing impaired students’ attitudes towards physical education and sports. Journal of Education and Training Studies, *7*(9), 55–60.

  • Dalbudak, İ., Gürkan, A. C., Yigit, Ş. M., Kargun, M., Hazar, G., & Dorak, F. (2016). Investigating visually disabled students’ attitudes about physical education and sport. International Journal of Environmental and Science Education, *11*(16), 9437–9447.

  • Dalbudak, İ., & Yaşar, Ö. (2021). Study of the social acceptance and self-esteem levels of high school students who do sports towards disabled students. Journal of Educational Psychology – Propositos y Representaciones, *9*.

  • Dalbudak, İ., & Yiğit, Ş. (2021). Technology use attitudes of teachers in the field of special education. Propósitos y Representaciones, *9*(SPE2), 1014.

  • Dalbudak, İ., & Yiğit, Ş. (2019). Evaluation of healthy lifestyle behaviors of B2-B3 visually impaired people doing sports. European Journal of Physical Education and Sport Science.

  • Dalbudak, İ., & Balyan, M. (2021). The relation between psychological wellness and perception of success of high school students doing sports. Revista on line de Política e Gestão Educacional, *25*(2), 1432–1450.