Qadreyah Almatawah | Food Safety | Best Researcher Award

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Dr Qadreyah Almatawah |  Food Safety |  Best Researcher Award

Research Scientist at  Kuwait Institute for Scientific Research, Kuwait

Dr. Qadreyah Almatawah is an accomplished Research Scientist at the Biotechnology Program, Center for Environmental and Life Science Research at KISR. She holds a B.Sc. in Microbiology (1987) and an M.Sc. in Medical Microbiology (1992) from Kuwait University. She earned her Ph.D. in Microbial Biochemistry from University College London in 1999, specializing in the inducible nitrilase from thermophilic Bacillus. Since joining KISR in 1992, she has contributed to various research projects, focusing on microbial identification, molecular biology, and environmental microbiology. Dr. Almatawah has published widely in peer-reviewed journals and actively leads research on environmental pathogens and beneficial microorganisms for industrial use. She holds an h-index of 8 with 343 citations.

Publication profile:

📚 Academic Background:

Dr. Qadreyah Almatawah earned her B.Sc. in Microbiology from Kuwait University in 1987, followed by an MSc in Medical Microbiology in 1992, and a Ph.D. in Microbial Biochemistry from University College London in 1999. Her doctoral research focused on the “Inducible Nitrilase from a Thermophilic Bacillus.”

🔬 Research Expertise:

An expert in microbial identification and molecular biology, Dr. Almatawah has been at KISR since 1992, working on numerous projects related to microbial bioremediation, biosurfactants, and environmental monitoring. Her research includes identifying beneficial microorganisms for industrial use and studying pathogenic microorganisms in environmental samples.

📊 Key Projects:

  • Development of sulfur-oxidizing bacteria to improve desert soil fertility
  • Monitoring and controlling Legionella in water systems
  • Assessment of microbial pathogens in food and air quality in poultry houses

🏆 Research and Achievements:

  • 245 citations by 206 documents.
  • 6 h-index with 11 research papers published.
  • Key published works on Legionella monitoring, biosurfactants, and microbial contamination.
  • Led several notable projects such as the development of sulfur-based soil amendments and monitoring of foodborne pathogens.

Publication Top Notes:

  • Monitoring foodborne pathogens of food served at an institutional cafeteria
    Almatawah, Q., Al-Mutairi, S., Varghese, J.
    Applied Food Research, 2024, 4(2), 100497.
  • Microbiological contamination of indoor and outdoor environments in a desert climate
    Almatawah, Q.A., Al-Rashidi, M.S., Yassin, M.F., Varghese, J.S.
    Environmental Monitoring and Assessment, 2022, 194(5), 355.
  • Legionella detection and subgrouping in water air-conditioning cooling tower systems in Kuwait
    Al-Matawah, Q., Al-Zenki, S., Al-Azmi, A., Al-Salameen, F., Hejji, A.B.
    Environmental Science and Pollution Research, 2015, 22(13), pp. 10235–10241.
  • Characterisation of quality and safety of tomatoes sold in the state of Kuwait
    Al-Zenki, S.F., Al-Mazeedi, H.M., Al-Hooti, S.N., Alomirah, H.F., Sidhu, J.S.
    International Journal of Postharvest Technology and Innovation, 2008, 1(3), pp. 298–311.
  • Quality and safety characteristics of milk sold in the state of Kuwait
    Al-Zenki, S.F., Al-Mazeedi, H.M., Al-Hooti, S.N., Alomirah, H.F., Sidhu, J.S.
    Journal of Food Processing and Preservation, 2007, 31(6), pp. 702–713.
  • Isolation and characterization of oil-desulphurizing bacteria
    Guerinik, K., Al-Mutawah, Q.
    World Journal of Microbiology and Biotechnology, 2003, 19(9), pp. 941–945.
  • Thermostable nitrilase catalysed production of nicotinic acid from 3-cyanopyridine
    Almatawah, Q.A., Cowan, D.A.
    Enzyme and Microbial Technology, 1999, 25(8-9), pp. 718–724.
  • Characterization of an inducible nitrilase from a thermophilic bacillus
    Almatawah, Q.A., Cramp, R., Cowan, D.A.
    Extremophiles, 1999, 3(4), pp. 283–291.
  • The use of an arbitrarily primed PCR product for the specific detection of Brucella
    AlMomin, S., Saleem, M., Al-Mutawa, Q.
    World Journal of Microbiology and Biotechnology, 1999, 15(3), pp. 381–385.
  • Biochemistry and biotechnology of mesophilic and thermophilic nitrile metabolizing enzymes
    Cowan, D., Cramp, R., Graham, R.P.D., Almatawah, Q.
    Extremophiles, 1998, 2(3), pp. 207–216.

 

 

Reem Hashad | Food Systems | Best Researcher Award

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Dr Reem Hashad |  Food Systems |  Best Researcher Award

Collaborator at  International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI),  Egypt

Reem Nabil Hashad is a dual U.S. and Egyptian citizen and an economist specializing in development economics, food policy, and public finance. She earned her Ph.D. in Economics from the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC) in 2021, with a dissertation on public policy’s impact on nutrition, childhood stunting, and corruption. She holds two master’s degrees in economics from UIC and the American University in Cairo (AUC), where she graduated magna cum laude with a B.A. in Economics.

Publication profile:

🎓 Education:

  • Ph.D. in Economics – University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC), 2021
    Dissertation: “The Role of Public Policy in Nutrition, Childhood Stunting, and Corruption”
  • M.A. in Economics – UIC, 2017
  • M.A. in Economics – American University in Cairo (AUC), 2014
    Dissertation: “Repayment Determinants for Egyptian Microfinance Institutions”
  • B.A. in Economics – AUC, Magna Cum Laude, 2012

🔬 Research Fields:

  • Development Economics
  • Food Policy
  • Public Finance
  • Applied Microeconomics

💼 Professional Experience:

  • Consultant – International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI) & World Bank, 2023-24
    Designed and implemented projects related to smallholder farmers, gender equality, and entrepreneurship.
  • Research Economist – USDA, 2021-22
    Focused on food security research, policy evaluation, and nutrition assistance programs.
  • Financial, Market, and Economic Analyst – HLB Egypt Makary Consulting, 2014-15
    Conducted feasibility studies and market research for national projects.

📊 Research & Teaching Experience:

  • Research Assistant – UIC, 2018-19
    Collaborated on economic and health research projects.
  • Instructor – Econometrics, UIC, 2017-18
    Taught graduate and undergraduate courses in econometrics, microeconomics, and statistics.

🏅 Awards & Honors:

  • Team Recognition – CIA’s Center for the Study of Intelligence, 2022
  • Graduate Student Excellence in Teaching Award – UIC, Honorable Mention, 2021
  • Top GPA – Master’s in Economics, AUC, 2014

Publication Top Notes:

  • Global food value chains and obesity in low- and middle-income countries

 

Pothiyappan Karthik | Food Technology | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc Prof Dr Pothiyappan Karthik |  Food Technology |  Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor & Head at  Karpagam Academy of Higher Education,  India

Dr. Pothiyappan Karthik is an Associate Professor and Head of the Department of Food Technology at Karpagam Academy of Higher Education. He earned his Ph.D. in Food Technology from the CSIR-Central Food Technological Research Institute (CFTRI) in Mysore and completed post-doctoral research at Zhejiang Gongshang University, China. Dr. Karthik has received the CSIR-Senior Research Fellowship and has led a major research project funded by the DST, amounting to Rs. 75 lakhs. He has published extensively with 24 journal articles and holds multiple patents in food technology.

Publication profile:

🎓 Academic Background:

Dr. Pothiyappan Karthik completed his Ph.D. in Food Technology at CSIR-Central Food Technological Research Institute, India. He pursued post-doctoral research at Zhejiang Gongshang University, China, in collaboration with the University of Leeds, UK. He has received the CSIR-Senior Research Fellowship and led a major research project funded by the DST, India.

🔬 Research Focus:

Dr. Karthik’s research centers on food technology, including:

  • Development of sustainable millet resources
  • Nanoencapsulation techniques for nutraceutical delivery
  • Biobased food packaging solutions

📚 Publications & Patents:

  • Citations: 2,475 (1,834 since 2019)
  • h-index: 15 (same since 2019)
  • i10-index: 17 (same since 2019)
  • Journals Published: 24, including notable works in Food Hydrocolloids and Food Science and Biotechnology.
  • Patents: 3 published, including innovations in food emulsifiers and probiotic drinks.

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Mukhtar Abdulraheem | Soil Science | Best Researcher Award

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Dr Mukhtar Abdulraheem |  Soil Science |  Best Researcher Award

Researcher at  Henan Agricultural University,  China

ABDULRAHEEM, Mukhtar Iderawumi Ph.D. Candidate, Agricultural Engineering (2024) College of Electrical and Mechanical Engineering, Henan Agricultural University, Zhengzhou, China

Publication profile:

Academic/Professional Qualifications:

  1. PhD Agricultural Engineering (2024)
  2. MSc Agricultural Technology (Soil Management) (2014)
  3. PGD in Crop, Soil & Pest Management (2011)
  4. B.Sc. (Ed.) Agricultural Science (2016)
  5. Certificate in MIS & Data Processing (2009)
  6. HND in Agriculture (Crop Production) (2008)
  7. NCE Agricultural Education/Visually Impaired (2002)

Research Work:

  • Effects of Integrated Urea and Sawdust Ash on Soil and Okra Performance (MSc)
  • Geometric Row Arrangement on Cowpea Growth and Yield in Maize-Cowpea Intercrop (HND)

Citations:

  • Citations: 462 (total), 424 (since 2019)
  • h-index: 11 (total), 10 (since 2019)
  • i10-index: 13 (total), 11 (since 2019)

Publication Top Notes:

  • Interactions of metal‐based engineered nanoparticles with plants: an overview of the state of current knowledge, research progress, and prospects
    A. Wahab, A. Munir, M.H. Saleem, M.I. AbdulRaheem, H. Aziz, M.F.B. Mfarrej, …
    Journal of Plant Growth Regulation 42 (9), 5396-5416, 2023.
  • Characteristics effects of weed on growth performance and yield of maize (Zea mays)
    M.I. Abdulraheem, C.E. Friday
    Biomedical Journal 1 (4), 31*, 2018.
  • Applied surface enhanced Raman Spectroscopy in plant hormones detection, annexation of advanced technologies: A review
    S.M.Z.A. Naqvi, Y. Zhang, S. Ahmed, M.I. Abdulraheem, J. Hu, M.N. Tahir, …
    Talanta 236, 122823, 2022.
  • Advancement of Remote Sensing for Soil Measurements and Applications: A Comprehensive Review
    M.I. Abdulraheem, W. Zhang, S. Li, A.J. Moshayedi, A.A. Farooque, J. Hu
    Sustainability 15 (21), 15444, 2023.
  • Integrated application of urea and sawdust ash: Effect on soil chemical properties, plant nutrients and sorghum performance
    M.I. Abdulraheem, S.O. Ojeniyi, E.F. Charles
    International Organization of Scientific Research-Journal of Agriculture and … 20*, 2012.
  • Comparative Effects of Covid-19 Pandemic on Agricultural Production and Marketing in Nigeria
    A.B. Oyetoro, M.I. Abdulraheem, T. Adefare
    Global Journal of Science Frontier Research 20 (9), 25 – 30, 2020.
  • Green Manure for Agricultural Sustainability and Improvement of Soil Fertility
    M.I. Abdulraheem, O.K. Tobe
    Farming & Management 7 (1), 1 – 8, 2022.
  • Mechanisms of Plant Epigenetic Regulation in Response to Plant Stress: Recent Discoveries and Implications
    M.I. Abdulraheem, Y. Xiong, A.Y. Moshood, G. Cadenas-Pliego, H. Zhang, …
    Plants 13 (2), 1 – 25, 2024.
  • Effects of geometric row arrangement on growth and yield of cowpea in a maize-cowpea intercrop
    A.M. Iderawumi, C.E. Friday
    Indian Journal of Innovation Development 2, 816-820, 2013.
  • Combined Application of Urea and Sawdust Ash in Okra Production: Effects on Yield and Nutrients Availability
    M.I. Abdulraheem, S.O. Ojeniyi
    Nigerian Journal of Soil Science 25 (1), 146-154, 2015.
  • Effect of cowpea on growth and yield parameter in a maize-cowpea intercrop
    A.M. Iderawumi
    Journal of Management and Science 4 (1), 37-42, 2014.
  • Vermicompost Technology: Impact on the Environment and Food Security
    J. Fudzagbo, A.M. Iderawumi
    Agriculture and Environment 1 (1), 87 – 93, 2020.
  • Effect of rural-urban migration on education and economics development
    M.I. Abdulraheem, M.A. Iderawumi
    American Journal of Trade and Policy 6 (1), 7-12, 2019.
  • Molecular communication network and its applications in crop sciences
    S. Ahmed, J. Hu, S.M.Z.A. Naqvi, Y. Zhang, L. Linze, A.M. Iderawumi
    Planta 255 (6), 128, 2022.
  • Combined application of ammonium nitrate and goat manure: Effects on soil nutrients availability, Okra performance and sustainable food security
    M.I. Abdulraheem, S.A. Lawal
    Open Access Research Journal of Life Sciences 1 (1), 21 – 28, 2021.
  • Comparative performance of different varieties of maize under organic, inorganic and combined (Organic and Inorganic) fertilization
    M.I. Abdulraheem, E.F. Charles, A.Y. Moshood, A.M. Omogoye
    Agricultural Studies International Technology and Science Publications 2 (2 …
  • Effects of Different Planting Pattern on Total Dry Matter Production and Maize Forage Quality in Maize (Zea mays) and Cowpea (Vigna sinensis) Intercropped as Whole-Crop
    C.E.F. Abdulraheem, M.I. Ojeniyi
    IOSR Journal of Agriculture and Veterinary Science 1 (4), 42-46, 2012.
  • Impact of Transportation on Agricultural Practices and Production in Rural Areas: Implication for Sustainable Food Security
    A.M. Iderawumi
    Biomedical Journal of Scientific and Technical Research 35 (2), 27475 – 27479, 2021.
  • Problems and Prospects of Subsistence Agriculture among Peasant Farmers in Rural Area
    A.M. Iderawumi
    International Journal of World Policy and Development Studies 6 (6), 51 – 55, 2020.
  • Impact of Micro Credit Financing on Agricultural Production
    M.I. Abdulraheem
    ANGLISTICUM. Journal of the Association-Institute for English Language and … 8*, 2016.

 

 

Mohamed Fathy Agina | Food Waste | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc Prof Dr Mohamed Fathy Agina | Food Waste |  Best Researcher Award

Associate professor at  Higher institute for specific studies, Faculty of Tourism and Hotels, Beni-Suef University, Egypt

Dr. Mohamed Fathy Abd El Rahman Agina holds a BSc, MSc, and PhD, and is currently serving as a Delegated Associate Professor at the Hotel Management Department of Beni Suef University, Egypt. He is also the Head of the Hotel Management Department at the Higher Institute for Specific Studies, Future Academy, Cairo, Egypt. Additionally, he holds Associate Professor positions at Stardom University, Turkey, and Midocean University, UAE, conducting online courses.

Publication profile:

Current Positions:

  • Delegated Associate Professor, Hotel Management Department, Faculty of Tourism and Hotels Management, Beni Suef University, Egypt.
  • Associate Professor & Head of Hotel Management Department, Higher Institute for Specific Studies, Future Academy, Heliopolis, Cairo, Egypt (Ministry of Higher Education).
  • Associate Professor, Business Administration Department, Faculty of Business Administration, Stardom University, Turkey (Online).
  • Associate Professor, Faculty of Business, Midocean University, United Arab Emirates (Online).

Previous Academic Experience:

  • Assistant Professor, Hotel Management Department, Higher Institute for Specific Studies (2018–2023).
  • Assistant Lecturer, Hotel Management Department, Higher Institute for Specific Studies (2013–2017).
  • Demonstrator, Hotel Management Department, Higher Institute for Specific Studies (2011–2013).

Editorial & Professional Experience:

  • Editor in Chief of the Journal of Business Administration, Stardom University.
  • External Reviewer for various Q2 and Q1 journals, including:
    • Consumer Behavior in Hospitality and Tourism (Emerald)
    • Journal of Human Resources in Hospitality & Tourism (Taylor & Francis)
    • International Journal of Hospitality & Tourism Administration (Taylor & Francis)
    • Discover Sustainability (Springer)
  • Expert in online education, curriculum development, and management in hospitality-related fields.

Teaching Experience:

Courses taught include:

    • Introduction to Hospitality Industry
    • Front Office Management
    • Hotel Equipment
    • Food and Beverage Management
    • Hospitality Marketing
    • Principles of Marketing
    • Housekeeping Management
    • Information Systems for Hotels and Tourism
    • And more.

Certifications:

  • Human Resource Management Certificate, American University in Cairo (In Progress).
  • HACCP – American Hotel and Lodging Association (2009).
  • Front Office Workshop and Qualified Hospitality Manager courses from the Egyptian Tourism Federation.

Citations:

  • Total Citations: 147 (all citations occurred since 2019)
  • h-index: 8 (meaning the scholar has 8 papers with at least 8 citations each)
  • i10-index: 6 (indicating the scholar has 6 papers with at least 10 citations each)

Publication Top Notes:

  • The effect of electronic human resource management systems on sustainable competitive advantages: the roles of sustainable innovation and organizational agility
    K Alqarni, MF Agina, HA Khairy, BS Al-Romeedy, DA Farrag, …
    Sustainability, 2023
  • Internal branding in hotels: interaction effects of employee engagement, workplace friendship, and organizational citizenship behavior
    HA Khairy, MF Agina, N Aliane, ME Hashad
    Sustainability, 2023
  • How humble leadership affects voluntary green behavior and green performance? The roles of job autonomy and green supporting climate in hotels
    O Alsetoohy, MHA Al-Abyadh, ES Döngül, MF Agina, A Elshaer
    Problemy Ekorozwoju, 2022
  • Tackling food waste in all-inclusive resort hotels in Egypt
    AEA Elnasr, N Aliane, MF Agina
    Processes, 2021
  • Eco-innovation drivers and their impact on tourism and the hospitality business in Egypt
    M Ahmed, N Aliane, N Khababa, MYK Abdou, MF Agina
    Administrative Sciences, 2023
  • Perceived Environmental Corporate Social Responsibility Effect on Green Perceived Value and Green Attitude in Hospitality and Tourism Industry: The Mediating Role of…
    HA Khairy, Y Elzek, N Aliane, MF Agina
    Sustainability, 2023
  • The impact of organizational politics on employee turnover intentions in hotels and travel agencies in Egypt
    M Agina, H Abdelhakim
    Journal of Association of Arab Universities for Tourism and Hospitality, 2021
  • Role of leader-member exchange and impression management in employee performance at hotels
    M Agina, MA Mohammed, A Omar
    Journal of the Faculty of Tourism and Hotels-University of Sadat City, 2017
  • How job insecurity affects innovative work behavior in the hospitality and tourism industry? The roles of knowledge hiding behavior and team anti-citizenship behavior
    N Aliane, BS Al-Romeedy, MF Agina, PAM Salah, RM Abdallah, …
    Sustainability, 2023
  • Presenteeism of restaurants employees: Interaction effects of responsible leadership, organizational commitment and turnover intentions
    M Agina, A Abuelnasr
    Journal of Association of Arab Universities for Tourism and Hospitality, 2021

 

 

Donald Manigat | Crop | Best Researcher Award

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Dr Donald Manigat |  Crop |  Best Researcher Award

Pesquisador at  Universidade Federal do Amapá – UNIFAP, Brazil

Dr. Donald Manigat holds a PhD in Entomology and a Bachelor’s degree in Agronomy. As a dedicated scientific researcher, his expertise spans insect bioecology, biological control, and plant resistance against arthropod pests. He specializes in Integrated Pest Management (IPM) and Plant-Insect interactions. His ongoing research includes bioactive natural insecticides for Spodoptera frugiperda and past projects on detoxification in Plutella xylostella. Dr. Manigat collaborates with prominent institutions such as Embrapa and has published in journals like MDPI. His work contributes significantly to sustainable agricultural practices through ecological pest management.

Publication profile:

🎓 Academic and Professional Background:

Dr. Donald Manigat holds a Bachelor’s degree in Agronomy and a PhD in Entomology. He is a dedicated researcher with expertise in insect bioecology, biological control, resistant plants against arthropod pests, and plant-insect interaction. His work focuses on Integrated Pest Management (IPM) strategies to promote sustainable agriculture.

🔬 Research and Innovations:

  • 🐛 Ongoing: Identification and characterization of bioactive compounds in Spodoptera frugiperda (Lepidoptera: Noctuidae).
  • 🦋 Completed: Research on the detoxification and immunity in Plutella xylostella.
  • 🌱 Completed: Ecological pest control using essential oil-based formulations and resistance management.

🏆 Contributions and Impact:

Dr. Manigat has made significant contributions to entomology, particularly in biological control and pest resistance management. His innovative research on natural insecticides and plant-insect interactions is vital to promoting sustainable agricultural practices. He collaborates with notable institutions such as Embrapa and CENTELHA-MCTI and has published in leading journals like MDPI.

🧪 Collaborations and Memberships:

Dr. Manigat collaborates with Revista Pesquisa Agropecuária Brasileira and Embrapa. He is also actively involved in scientific and industry projects related to vector control, water quality, and waste management.

Publication Top Notes:

  • Associational Resistance Using Wild and Commercial Tomato Genotypes Employed in the Management of Tomato Virus Vectors
    Agriculture, 2024-01-04 | Journal article
    DOI: 10.3390/agriculture14010098
    ISSN: 2077-0472
    Contributors: Donald Manigat, Karolayne Campos, Joyce S. dos Santos, Catiane Oliveira Souza, Jorge Braz Torres, Fabio Suinaga, Cristina S. Bastos
  • Post Marked Field Monitoring and Evolution of Occurrence of Spodoptera frugiperda (Smith) (Lepidoptera: Noctuidae) in Bt Maize in Brazil
    13th International Symposium on the Biosafety of Genetically Modified Organisms (ISBGMO13), 2014-11-09 | Conference paper
    AGR: Knowledge Center Biotech Updates, March 19, 2014 Issue
    Contributors: Donald Manigat

 

Hajer Darouez | Horticulturae | Best Researcher Award

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Mrs Hajer Darouez |  Horticulturae |  Best Researcher Award

PhD Candidate at  Ghent University,  Belgium

Hajer Darouez is a passionate Ph.D. student at Ghent University with over 4 years of experience in plant biotechnology. Specializing in root-inducing molecules to improve micropropagation techniques, she has conducted groundbreaking research on woody plants and rooting recalcitrant species. Hajer has extensive experience in molecular techniques, advanced data analysis, and propagation methods, developed through her work at the Laboratory for Applied In Vitro Plant Biotechnology at UGent and her internship at Mission Biologica de Galicia in Spain. Her notable research includes transcriptomic analysis, histological techniques, and the use of new compounds to enhance rooting in species like chestnut and poplar.

Publication profile

🎓 Education and Research Focus:

Hajer Darouez is a passionate and dedicated PhD student at Ghent University specializing in plant biotechnology. With more than 4 years of research experience, her expertise lies in rooting recalcitrant and woody plants, particularly through the development of root-inducing molecules to enhance micropropagation techniques. During her PhD, she has pioneered the optimization of propagation methods using innovative approaches.
📝 PhD Dissertation: Application of New Root-Inducing Molecules in Plant Tissue Culture.

🔬 Research Experience:

  • Ph.D. Researcher (2019-Present): Conducting research on root-inducing molecules at the Laboratory for Applied In Vitro Plant Biotechnology at UGent, Belgium.
  • Part-Time Researcher (2022-2023): Contributed to the VLAIO Moss project focusing on in vitro cultivation for urban greening applications.
  • Internship (2023): Four-month internship at Mission Biologica de Galicia in Spain, where she enhanced her expertise in woody species biotechnology and transcriptomic analysis.

🧪 Skills and Techniques:

Hajer is proficient in a variety of molecular techniques, including:

  • Histological sections and gene expression studies.
  • Advanced data analysis tools.
  • Execution of micropropagation optimization experiments.

🌿 Key Projects:

  • Hevea Project (2016): Played a key role in sustainable agriculture research, focusing on Hevea brasiliensis cultivation.
  • Nigella Sativa Research (2015): Conducted in vitro methods to improve salt stress tolerance in this medicinal plant species.

🏆 Conferences and Presentations:

  • Oral Communication (2023): Presented research on dichlorprop esters at the Innovative Woody Plant Cloning Congress in Spain.
  • Poster Presentations (2022): Showcased findings at International Symposium on In Vitro Technology and the ATSB Congress on rooting and shoot growth techniques in Lavandula angustifolia.

Publication Top Notes:

  1. “Red and Far-Red Light Combined with Trans-Cinnamic Acid Enhances In Vitro Rooting and Reduces Callus Formation in Lavender”
    Journal: Horticulturae
    Date: September 6, 2024
    Contributors: Hajer Darouez
  2. “Arinole, a Novel Auxin-Stimulating Benzoxazole, Affects Root Growth and Promotes Adventitious Root Formation”
    Journal: Journal of Experimental Botany
    DOI: erae282
    Date: June 26, 2024
    Contributors: Hajer Darouez

 

Aboubacar Diallo | Agri Awards | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Aboubacar Diallo | Agri Awards | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Aboubacar Diallo, AfricaRice, Mali

Aboubacar Diallo is a Malian researcher and consultant specializing in Climate Information Services (CIS). He is currently affiliated with the AICCRA project at AfricaRice in Mali, where he plays a key role in supporting climate-smart agriculture and advancing agricultural research. With extensive experience in agronomy, natural resource management, and climate resilience, Aboubacar has been instrumental in coordinating and implementing various research projects across Mali. His expertise includes data analysis, research proposal development, and impact assessments, particularly in the agricultural sector. Aboubacar is proficient in using tools such as SPSS, STATA, and QGIS for analyzing socio-economic data. He has also served as a technical officer and consultant on several studies related to cotton production, food security, and local governance in Mali.

Publication profile

Scopus

🎓 Academic Qualifications:

Aboubacar Diallo is a highly skilled researcher with extensive academic and professional experience in agronomy, natural resource management, and climate services. He has contributed to numerous research projects and consultations in Mali, focusing on agriculture, food security, and climate-smart practices.

💼 Professional Experience:

  • Coordinator & Technical Officer: Cashew Project (PAFAM), Mali (2020–2022)
    • Managed project activities, supported technical teams, and provided training.
  • Senior Researcher/Consultant: Agronomic Research Center (CRRA), Mali (2018–2020)
    • Developed research proposals and analyzed agricultural data.
  • Consultant/Associate Researcher: Numerous research projects on cotton quality, local governance, and food security (2015–2023).

🧠 Key Skills:

  • Expertise in research proposal writing, impact assessment, and data analysis (socio-economic and econometrics).
  • Proficient in software such as SPSS, STATA, QGIS, and KoboCollector for research and data processing.

🌱 Recent Consultations:

  • Better Cotton’s Climate-smart Agricultural Practices: Mali (2022–2023)
  • Cotton Quality Study: CMDT-Mali (2020)
  • Local Governance and Democracy Study: NIMD, Mali (2019)

🏆 Trainings & Certifications:

  • Workshop on Leadership Essentials (2018)
  • Borlaug Higher Education Conference on Agricultural Impact (2017)
  • Intensive English Training: University of Ghana (2016)

Publication Top Notes:

  • A gendered analysis of farmers’ access to and willingness to pay for climate information services: Evidence from rice farmers in Mali
  • Correction to: Climate change adaptation strategies, productivity and sustainable food security in southern Mali (Climatic Change, (2020), 159, 3, (309-327), 10.1007/s10584-020-02684-8)
  • Local knowledge of Saba senegalensis fruits against malnutrition in Mali
  • Climate change adaptation strategies, productivity and sustainable food security in southern Mali

Bashir Olaniyi Sadiq | Smart Agri Awards | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc Prof Dr. Bashir Olaniyi Sadiq | Smart Agri Awards | Best Researcher Award

Assoc Prof Dr. Bashir Olaniyi Sadiq, Kampala International University , Uganda

Assoc. Prof Dr. Bashir Olaniyi Sadiq currently serves as an Associate Professor and Director of ICT at Kampala International University, Uganda, starting in July 2024. He is also affiliated with the Department of Electrical, Telecommunication & Computer Engineering. His duties include conducting research using advanced equipment, curriculum review, and supervising students in fields like computer communications, IoT, image processing, and ad hoc networks. Additionally, he teaches both undergraduate and postgraduate students in various electrical and computer engineering courses.

Publication profile

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Academic Qualifications 

Dr. Bashir holds a PhD in Computer Engineering (2018) from Ahmadu Bello University Zaria, where he developed a routing protocol for light fidelity-based indoor flying ad hoc networks. He also holds a Master’s in Computer Engineering (2015) from the same university, where his thesis focused on improving edge detection algorithms using Particle Swarm Optimization. He earned his B. Eng in Electrical Engineering in 2011, with a project on TCP and UDP protocol service level analysis.

 

Professional Qualifications

Dr. Bashir has completed various certifications, including the ICT Application in Higher Education (2021) from the Ministry of Commerce, China, and the Huawei Certified Information Professional (HCIP) certification (2020) from Huawei Academy. Additionally, he has been recognized as a Huawei Certified Academy Instructor.

Awards

Dr. Bashir’s research contributions have been recognized with several awards, including the TETFUND Institution-based Research Grant (2019), where he was the Principal Researcher. He also received the Excellent Instructor Award from the Huawei ICT Academy in 2018 and the Petroleum Development Trust Fund (PTDF) Local PhD Scholarship Scheme in 2017.

Research Interests

His research interests include Computer Communications & Networks, Image Processing, Ad hoc Networks, and Computer Engineering Applications. His work focuses on developing and improving network protocols, edge detection algorithms, and integrating new technologies such as IoT into these systems.

Teaching Experience

Dr. Bashir has an extensive teaching portfolio, which includes courses like Advanced Data Analysis, Biomedical Signal and Image Processing, and Computational Modeling and Artificial Intelligence at Kampala International University. At Ahmadu Bello University Zaria, he taught a wide array of subjects, including Network Technology, Digital Signal Processing, and Operating Systems.

Honor Societies

He is a registered member of various prestigious engineering societies, including the Council for the Regulation of Engineers (COREN), the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), the International Association of Engineers (IAENG), and the Nigerian Society of Engineers.

Publication Top Notes

  • High-tech herding: Exploring the use of IoT and UAV networks for improved health surveillance in dairy farm systems (2024) 🐄📡| DOI: 10.1016/j.sciaf.2024.e02266
  • Maximizing network capacity, control, and management in designing a telemedicine network: A review and recent challenges (2024) 🏥💻 | DOI: 10.4314/njt.v43i1.11
  • Performance Analysis of Various Image Feature Extractor Filters for Pothole Anomaly Classification (2024) 🚗🛤 | DOI: 10.5815/ijigsp.2024.01.03
  • Review of Error Correction in 2D Shingled Magnetic Detection (2023) 📀🛠 | DOI: 10.11113/elektrika.v22n3.265
  • A Comparative Analysis of Symmetric Cryptographic Algorithm as a Data Security Tool: A Survey (2023) 🔐🖥 | | DOI: 10.5281/ZENODO.8313097
  • Energy-aware Message Distribution Algorithm for Enhanced FANET Pipeline Surveillance Reliability (2023) 🛰💡  | DOI: 10.1016/j.sciaf.2023.e01660
  • FANET Experiment: Real-Time Surveillance Applications Connected to Image Processing System (2023) 📷🛸 | | DOI: 10.59568/kjset-2023-2-1-02
  • Statistical LOS/NLOS Classification for UWB Channels (2023) 📡🔎 | Cited by: – | DOI: 10.59568/kjset-2023-2-1-05
  • An adaptive ant colony optimisation for improved lane detection in intelligent automobile vehicles (2022) 🚗🐜 | DOI: 10.1504/ijbic.2022.121225
  • SIFT-CNN Pipeline in Livestock Management: A Drone Image Stitching Algorithm (2022) 🚁🐄 | DOI: 10.3390/drones7010017

Conclusion

Dr. Bashir Olaniyi Sadiq’s extensive research experience, academic qualifications, professional certifications, and teaching expertise make him a strong candidate for the Research for Best Researcher Award. His contributions to computer engineering, particularly in network protocols and image processing, as well as his awards and leadership roles, highlight his excellence in research and academia.