Ignacio Povilonis | Plant Physiology | Best Researcher Award

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Prof Ignacio  Povilonis |  Plant Physiology |  Best Researcher Award

Becario doctoral at  Universidad de Morón – CONICET,  Argentina

Ignacio Sebastián Povilonis is a dedicated agronomist, doctoral researcher, and university lecturer with expertise in [insert specific research focus or area of interest, e.g., sustainable agriculture, soil management, crop production, etc.]. Based in Merlo, Buenos Aires, he combines academic research with practical teaching to advance agricultural innovation and education.

 

Publication Profile

Educación Académica 🎓

  • Doctorado en Ciencias Agropecuarias (En curso) – Universidad de Buenos Aires.
  • Ingeniería Agronómica (2017) – Universidad de Morón.
  • Bachiller en Ciencias Naturales (2008) – Instituto Marista San José de Morón.

Experiencia Profesional 🌾

  • Becario Doctoral (2019 – Actualidad)
    Universidad de Morón – CONICET
    Proyecto interdisciplinario en Hexachlamys edulis (“ubajay”), una especie frutal nativa de Sudamérica con potencial como alimento funcional.
  • Docente Universitario (Desde 2016)
    • Actualmente: Docente Adscripto en Fisiología Vegetal – Universidad de Morón.
    • Anteriormente: Ayudante y Jefe de Trabajos Prácticos en Zootecnia, Fisiología Vegetal, y Nutrición Animal en la Universidad del Salvador y Universidad de Morón.
  • Investigador Novel (2017-2019)
    Cátedra de Forrajes y Praticultura, Universidad de Morón.
  • Coordinador del Censo Comercial Municipal (2017)
    Universidad de Morón y Municipalidad de Morón.

Cursos y Especializaciones 📚

  • Más de 27 cursos de posgrado relacionados con estadística aplicada, ecofisiología, genética de poblaciones, agricultura y ambiente, entre otros, en instituciones como la UBA, Universidad de Morón, y Universidad Nacional de La Plata.
  • Formación destacada en modelos lineales, metodología de investigación, análisis multivariado, y postcosecha de frutas y hortalizas.

Áreas de Especialización 🌾

  • Ecofisiología de frutales nativos.
  • Innovación en especies de interés agroalimentario y funcional.
  • Estadística aplicada al análisis agrícola y biológico.
  • Docencia y tutorías en ciencias agropecuarias.

Publication Top Note:

  1. Changes in Carbohydrates, Organic Acids, and Minerals at Different Development Stages of Hexachlamys edulis Fruit, a Wild South American Species
    M.E. Arena, I.S. Povilonis, V. Borroni, E. Perez, N. Pellegrino, C. Cacciatore, …
    Horticulturae, 9(3), 314 (2023).
  2. Changes in Physicochemical Properties at Different Development Stages of Hexachlamys edulis Fruit, an Underutilized South American Species
    M.E. Arena, I.S. Povilonis, V. Borroni, D. Constenla, S. Radice
    Heliyon, 7(11) (2021).
  3. Hexachlamys edulis (Berg) Kausel & Legrand, “Ubajay,” a Native Fruit Species from South America
    I. Povilonis, M.E. Arena, S. Radice
    Advances in Horticultural Science, 35(4), 389–397 (2021).
  4. Flower and Fruit Formation of Hexachlamys edulis in Buenos Aires, Argentina
    S. Radice, I. Povilonis, M.E. Arena
    Università degli Studi di Firenze (2023).
  5. Analysis of Associated Woody and Semi-Woody Local Wild Species in Entre Ríos, Argentina: Exploring the Agricultural Potential of Hexachlamys edulis
    I.S. Povilonis, M.E. Arena, M. Alonso, S. Radice
    Preprints (2024).
  6. Ubajay (Hexachlamys edulis O. Berg, Kausel & Legrand): A Wild Fruit Species with Climacteric Behavior?
    I.S. Povilonis, M.E. Arena, F. Bello, D. Vázquez, S. Radice
    Youth Research, 10(2), 176–176 (2023).
  7. Changes in the Physicochemical Properties During the Growth and Ripening of the Fruits of Sambucus australis (“Elder”)
    A.V. Sosa, I. Povilonis, M. Arena, S. Radice
    Young Research, 10 (2023).
  8. Spatiotemporal Study of the Productivity of a Pasture of a Tambo from In-Situ Measurements, Satellite Information, and Its Relationship with Meteorological Variability
    P.R. Galletti, M.A. Fischer, M.A. Blanco
    University of Morón (2021).
  9. Interdisciplinary Studies in Hexachlamys edulis (O. Berg) Kausel & D. Legrand, “Ubajay,” a Fruit Species Native to Argentina with Productive Potential and Interest
    I. Povilonis
    University of Morón (2020).
  10. Primary Productivity and Consumption: Correlation Between Different Ways of Measuring Pasture Production and How Knowing the Actual Production Data Affects Total Consumption
    F. Lower, P. Galletti, C. Salazar, I. Povilonis, M.A. Fischer, M.A. Blanco
    University of Morón (2020).
  11. Physico-Chemical Characterization of Various Underutilized Fruits from Argentina for Their Assessment as Functional Foods
    M. Arena, N. Saucedo, I. Povilonis, S. Radice, M. Alonso
    (2020).
  12. Influence of Cover Crops on Soil Physical Parameters: Resistance to Root Penetration, Apparent Density, and Water Infiltration
    I. Povilonis, M.J. Eiza, P.F. Carfagno
    University of Morón, Faculty of Agronomy and Agri-Food Sciences (2018).

 

 

Assefa Abelieneh | Food Research | Best Scholar Award

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Mr Assefa Abelieneh | Food Research |  Best Scholar Award

Assistant Professor at  Bahir Dar University, Ethiopia

Assefa Abelieneh Berhanu is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in project leadership and management. With a strong commitment to excellence, he has successfully guided various initiatives in Ethiopia. His expertise spans project planning, implementation, and team coordination, ensuring timely delivery of objectives. Assefa is recognized for his leadership skills and ability to foster collaboration among diverse stakeholders.

 

Publication Profile

🎓 Academic Background:

  • Ph.D. in Rural Development (Bahir Dar University, Dissertation submitted, awaiting defense, CGPA: 3.96/4).
  • Master’s in Development Studies (Environment and Development, Addis Ababa University, CGPA: 3.65/4).
  • B.Sc. in Agriculture (Rural Development and Agricultural Extension, Haramaya University, CGPA: 3.74/4).
  • Diploma in General Agriculture (Addis Ababa University, CGPA: 3.55/4).

🧑‍🏫 Professional Expertise:

Assefa has extensive experience in rural development and agricultural extension, including:

  • Coordinating integrated rural development projects such as solar model villages and watershed management.
  • Teaching and mentoring university students in environment, rural development, and agricultural extension.
  • Advising postgraduate students on theses related to rural development.
  • Leading research on climate-smart agriculture, farmers’ resilience, and sustainable livelihoods.
  • Designing and managing community-based development projects with a focus on women’s empowerment, youth inclusion, and conservation.

🌟 Memberships and Skills:

  • Member of the Ethiopian Society of Rural Development and Agricultural Extension.
  • Certified in Environmental Consultancy and Microsoft Project Management.
  • Skilled in project planning, monitoring, evaluation, and community engagement.

Publication Top Notes

  • Impact of Climate-Smart Agricultural Practices on Smallholder Farmers’ Resilience in Ethiopia
  • Smallholder Farmers’ Coping Strategies to Climate Change and Variability: Evidence from Ethiopia
  • Smallholder Farmers’ Vulnerability to Climate Change in the Upper Blue Nile, Ethiopia
  • Determinants of Adoption of Land Management Practices in Ethiopia as a Climate Change Adaptation Strategy
  • The Impact of Watershed Development on Food Security in Northwest Ethiopia
  • Factors Affecting Farm Management Adaptation Strategies to Climate Change
  • Effects of Land Fragmentation on Productivity in Northwestern Ethiopia
  • Development-Induced Displacement and Its Impacts on Urban Livelihoods in Bahir Dar, Ethiopia
    • Published in African Human Mobility Review, 2015.

 

Manoj Shrivastava | Soil Fertility | Best Researcher Award

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Dr Manoj Shrivastava |  Soil Fertility |  Best Researcher Award

Principal Scientist at  ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute,  India

Dr. Shrivastava has over 25 years of experience in agricultural research, specializing in soil physics, soil fertility, soil microbiology, climate-smart agriculture, conservation agriculture, and system sustainability. He has collaborated with diverse stakeholders across government, international agencies, and NGOs, and has made significant contributions to research, training, and policy development in environmental soil science and plant nutrition.

 

Publication Profile

Education:

  • Ph.D. in Biochemistry (Soil Biochemistry & Microbiology) – University of Mumbai, India (2008)
  • Postdoctoral at University of Texas at El Paso (2022) and University of South Australia (2010-11).
  • M.Sc. in Soil Science – G.B. Pant University of Agriculture and Technology, Pantnagar, India (1994)

Professional Experience:

  • Principal Scientist (2016-present) – ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi
  • Senior Scientist (2013-2016) – ICAR-IARI
  • Scientific Officer (1999-2013) – Bhabha Atomic Research Centre, Mumbai

Key Achievements:

  • Publications: Co-authored over 85 peer-reviewed research articles, edited 2 books, and holds 3 patents in agriculture and soil science.
  • Awards & Fellowships:
    • Fulbright-Nehru Academic and Professional Excellence Fellowship (2021)
    • Cleanup Conference Fellowship, Australia (2019)
    • Best Researcher in Environmental Science by IARD (2020)
    • Excellence in Research Award by SVWS (2017)
    • Distinguished Scientist (Soil Science) by Venus International Foundation (2016)
  • Notable Research:
    • Developed a multinutrient soil extractant (Indian Patent No. 358936).
    • Created high-efficiency P and Zn fertilizers for climate-smart agriculture.
    • Bioremediation studies on heavy metals like Cd, Ni, Pb, and arsenic.

Research & Project Leadership:

Dr. Shrivastava has led or contributed to numerous large-scale projects, including:

  1. Climate Adaptation & Mitigation: Co-PI for adaptation-mitigation strategies for climate change, funded by ICAR (2021-2026).
  2. Soil Health & Pollution Mitigation: PI for projects on biogas bioslurry utilization and fly ash usage in agriculture.
  3. Greenhouse Gas Emissions: Co-PI on ICAR-funded projects assessing agricultural impacts on air pollution and emissions (2014-2021).

Citations:

  • Total Citations: 2,084 (1,778 since 2019)
  • h-index: 21 (20 since 2019)
  • i10-index: 38 (34 since 2019)

Publication Top Notes

  • Hazardous heavy metals contamination of vegetables and food chain: Role of sustainable remediation approaches-A review
    S Kumar, S Prasad, KK Yadav, M Shrivastava, N Gupta, S Nagar, …
    Environmental Research, 179, 108792 (452 citations, 2019)
  • Environmental applications of chitosan and its derivatives
    SK Yong, M Shrivastava, P Srivastava, A Kunhikrishnan, N Bolan
    Reviews of Environmental Contamination and Toxicology, 233, 1-43 (131 citations, 2015)
  • KSM soil diversity and mineral solubilization, in relation to crop production and molecular mechanism
    M Shrivastava, PC Srivastava, SF D’souza
    Potassium Solubilizing Microorganisms for Sustainable Agriculture, 221-234 (94 citations, 2016)
  • Arsenic toxicity in rice (Oryza sativa L.) is influenced by sulfur supply: impact on the expression of transporters and thiol metabolism
    S Srivastava, JJ Akkarakaran, S Sounderajan, M Shrivastava, …
    Geoderma, 270, 33-42 (90 citations, 2016)
  • Effect of ZnO nanoparticles on growth and biochemical responses of wheat and maize
    A Srivastav, D Ganjewala, RK Singhal, VD Rajput, T Minkina, …
    Plants, 10 (12), 2556 (89 citations, 2021)
  • Phosphate-solubilizing microbes: diversity and phosphate solubilization mechanism
    M Shrivastava, PC Srivastava, SF D’souza
    Role of Rhizospheric Microbes in Soil: Volume 2: Nutrient Management and … (86 citations, 2018)
  • Utilisation of agro-industrial waste for sustainable green production: a review
    R Singh, R Das, S Sangwan, B Rohatgi, R Khanam, SKPG Peera, S Das, …
    Environmental Sustainability, 4 (4), 619-636 (78 citations, 2021)
  • Monitoring of engineered nanoparticles in soil-plant system: A review
    M Shrivastava, A Srivastav, S Gandhi, S Rao, A Roychoudhury, A Kumar, …
    Environmental Nanotechnology, Monitoring & Management, 11, 100218 (71 citations, 2019)
  • Circular economy fertilization: Phycoremediated algal biomass as biofertilizers for sustainable crop production
    GK Sharma, SA Khan, M Shrivastava, R Bhattacharyya, A Sharma, …
    Journal of Environmental Management, 287, 112295 (67 citations, 2021)
  • Conservation agriculture had a strong impact on the sub-surface soil strength and root growth in wheat after a 7-year transition period
    S Mondal, D Chakraborty, TK Das, M Shrivastava, AK Mishra, …
    Soil & Tillage Research (63 citations, 2019)
  • Phytofiltration of arsenic from simulated contaminated water using Hydrilla verticillata in field conditions
    S Srivastava, M Shrivastava, P Suprasanna, SF D’souza
    Ecological Engineering, 37 (11), 1937-1941 (60 citations, 2011)
  • Protein for human consumption from oilseed cakes: A review
    R Singh, S Langyan, S Sangwan, B Rohtagi, A Khandelwal, …
    Frontiers in Sustainable Food Systems, 101 (55 citations, 2022)
  • Bioremediation potential of spinach (Spinacia oleracea L.) for decontamination of cadmium in soil
    D Salaskar, M Shrivastava, SP Kale
    Current Science, 1359-1363 (51 citations, 2011)
  • Heavy metal hyperaccumulator plants: the resource to understand the extreme adaptations of plants towards heavy metals
    M Shrivastava, A Khandelwal, S Srivastava
    Plant-metal Interactions, 79-97 (39 citations, 2019)
  • Rock phosphate enriched post-methanation bio-sludge from kitchen waste based biogas plant as P source for mungbean and its effect on rhizosphere phosphatase activity
    M Shrivastava, SP Kale, SF D’Souza
    European Journal of Soil Biology, 47 (3), 205-212 (39 citations, 2011)
  • Production of biofuels options by contribution of effective and suitable enzymes: Technological developments and challenges
    R Singh, S Langyan, B Rohtagi, S Darjee, A Khandelwal, M Shrivastava, …
    Materials Science for Energy Technologies, 5, 294-310 (29 citations, 2022)
  • Integrated nutrient management reduced the nutrient losses and increased crop yield in irrigated wheat
    S Darjee, M Shrivastava, S Langyan, G Singh, R Pandey, A Sharma, …
    Archives of Agronomy and Soil Science, 69 (8), 1298-1309 (28 citations, 2023)
  • Effect of integrated and balanced nutrient application on soil fertility, yield and quality of Basmati rice
    P Srivastava, PC Srivastava, US Singh, M Shrivastava
    Archives of Agronomy and Soil Science, 55 (3), 265-284 (28 citations, 2009)
  • Survival of phosphate-solubilizing bacteria against DNA damaging agents
    M Shrivastava, YS Rajpurohit, HS Misra, SF D’Souza
    Canadian Journal of Microbiology, 56 (10), 822-830 (24 citations, 2010)
  • Zinc-and magnesium-doped hydroxyapatite nanoparticles modified with urea as smart nitrogen fertilizers
    B Sharma, M Shrivastava, LOB Afonso, U Soni, DM Cahill
    ACS Applied Nano Materials, 5 (5), 7288-7299 (23 citations, 2022)

 

Svetlana Malyugina | Animal Science | Best Researcher Award

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Ms Svetlana Malyugina | Animal Science | Best Researcher Award

Mendel university in Brno, Czech Republic

Svetlana Malyugina is an experienced researcher and professional based in Brno, Czech Republic. With a background in [relevant field, e.g., environmental science or sustainable agriculture, etc.], Svetlana has contributed significantly to [mention any notable achievements, research interests, or professional contributions]. Her work focuses on [specific areas of expertise or interest if applicable, such as plant genetics, sustainable practices, etc.]. Driven by a commitment to [state a goal or mission, such as advancing ecological practices or promoting sustainable development], she has actively collaborated on numerous projects both locally and internationally.

 

Publication Profile

🎓 Education:

  • Ph.D. in Molecular Biology, Genetics, and Animal Physiology (2020 – Present), Mendel University, Brno, Czech Republic.
  • M.Sc. in Molecular Biology and Plant Biotechnology (2015 – 2018), Mendel University, Brno, Czech Republic.
  • Certificate in Economics and Business Management (2008 – 2010), Samara State Aerospace University, Russia.
  • M.Sc. in Criminal Law and Criminology (2004 – 2010), Samara State University, Russia.

🧬 Professional Experience:

  • Research Scientist in Plant and Animal Biotechnology
    Employer: Agrovyzkum Rapotín, s.r.o. (2019 – Present), Rapotín, Czech Republic
    Responsibilities:

    • Developing and submitting research projects at national and international levels, including TAČR, NAZV, Horizon Europe, and Inter-Excellence programs.
    • Statistical data processing and evaluation for various research projects.
    • Publishing scientific articles in reputable journals.

💻 Skills:

  • Statistical Analysis (e.g., STATISTICA software)
  • Project Management and Strategic Planning
  • Laboratory Skills: Spectrophotometry, HPLC, ELISA, PCR, among others.

Publication Top Notes

  • The Effect of Humic Acid Supplementation on Selected Ruminal Fermentation Parameters and Protozoal Generic Distribution in Cows
    Journal: Agriculture
    Date: 2024-09-24
    DOI: 10.3390/agriculture14101663
    Contributors: Svetlana Malyugina, Pavel Horky
  • Effect of Enriching Cows’ Diet with Microalgae Chlorella vulgaris on the Protozoal Community in the Rumen
    Conference: 20. BOKU-Symposium Tierernährung: Bioaktive Substanzen in der Tierernährung
    Date: 2022
    ISBN: 978-3-900932-95-4
    Source: Mendel University in Brno
  • Importance of Zinc Nanoparticles for the Intestinal Microbiome of Weaned Piglets
    Journal: Frontiers in Veterinary Science
    Date: 2022-06-02
    DOI: 10.3389/fvets.2022.852085
    ISSN: 2297-1769
    Contributor: Svetlana Malyugina
  • Alternative and Unconventional Feeds in Dairy Diets and Their Effect on Fatty Acid Profile and Health Properties of Milk Fat
    Journal: Animals
    Date: 2021
    DOI: 10.3390/ANI11061817
    Contributors: Sylvie Hadrova, Katerina Sedlakova, Ludmila Krizova, Svetlana Malyugina
  • Biogenic Selenium Nanoparticles in Animal Nutrition: A Review
    Journal: Agriculture
    Date: 2021
    DOI: 10.3390/AGRICULTURE11121244
    Contributors: Svetlana Malyugina, Sylvie Skalickova, Jiri Skladanka, Petr Slama, Pavel Horky
  • Protective Effect of a New Generation of Activated and Purified Bentonite in Combination with Yeast and Phytogenic Substances on Mycotoxin Challenge in Pigs
    Journal: PLOS ONE
    Date: 2021
    DOI: 10.1371/JOURNAL.PONE.0259132
    Contributors: Pavel Horky, Hana Abigail Gruberova, Tereza Aulichova, Svetlana Malyugina, Petr Slama, Ales Pavlik, Jiri Skladanka, Misa Skoric, Sylvie Skalickova

 

Hemlata Jambhulkar | Environmental | Best Paper Award

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Mrs Hemlata Jambhulkar |  Environmental  |  Best Paper Award

Principal Technical Officer at  CSIR-NEERI,Nagpur, India

Mrs. Hemlata Padmakar Jambhulkar is a Principal Technical Officer at CSIR-NEERI, Nagpur, with a distinguished career in environmental engineering and over three decades of research experience. She holds an M.Sc. in Chemistry from Nagpur University and specializes in areas such as phytoremediation, soil remediation, wastewater management, and carbon sequestration. She is a life member of various scientific societies, including the Indian Women Scientist Association. Mrs. Jambhulkar has received several accolades, including the Dubai International Award for her contributions to ecological restoration and the Best Paper Award at the Women in Science meeting in 2007. Her work is instrumental in advancing sustainable environmental practices in India.

 

Publication Profile

Educational Qualifications:

  • M.Sc. in Chemistry (Physical, Environmental, Organic, Inorganic, Analytical), Nagpur University, 1989
  • B.Sc. in Microbiology, Botany, and Chemistry, Nagpur University, 1987

Research Experience:

Mrs. Jambhulkar has over three decades of experience in environmental research, particularly focusing on:

  • Phytoremediation of mining wastelands and degraded lands
  • Remediation of metal-contaminated soils
  • Bioaccumulation of heavy metals in plants on fly ash dumps
  • Management of wastewater through eco-friendly constructed wetlands
  • Carbon sequestration through afforestation
  • Wastewater recycling for agricultural and forestry applications

Memberships:

She is a life member of multiple professional bodies, including the Researchers Society of Chemical Sciences, Indian Network for Soil Contamination and Research (INSCR), Indian Water Resources Society, Indian Women Scientist Association, and Vigyan Bharati Vidarbha Pradesh Mandal.

Awards and Honors:

  • Dubai International Award (2007): Recognized for contributing to the project “Ecological restoration of degraded lands through biotechnological approaches.”
  • Best Paper Award (2007): For her work on “Assessment of bioaccumulation potential of heavy metals on fly ash dump” at the All India meeting of ‘Women in Science’ organized by the Indian Women Scientist Association.

Citations :

  • Total Citations: 385 (from 352 documents)
  • Publications: 6 documents
  • h-index: 5

Publication Top Notes

  1. “Eco-restoration approach for mine spoil overburden dump through biotechnological route”
    Authors: Jambhulkar, H.P., Kumar, M.S.
    Journal: Environmental Monitoring and Assessment, 2019, 191(12), 772
    Citations: 22
  2. “Fly ash toxicity, emerging issues and possible implications for its exploitation in agriculture; Indian scenario: A review”
    Authors: Jambhulkar, H.P., Shaikh, S.M.S., Kumar, M.S.
    Journal: Chemosphere, 2018, 213, pp. 333–344
    Citations: 115
  3. “Natural vs. reclaimed forests – a case study of successional change, reclamation technique and phytodiversity”
    Authors: Juwarkar, A.A., Singh, L., Singh, S.K., Thawale, P.R., Kanfade, H.
    Journal: International Journal of Mining, Reclamation and Environment, 2015, 29(6), pp. 476–498
    Citations: 5
  4. “Assessment of bioaccumulation of heavy metals by different plant species grown on fly ash dump”
    Authors: Jambhulkar, H.P., Juwarkar, A.A.
    Journal: Ecotoxicology and Environmental Safety, 2009, 72(4), pp. 1122–1128
    Citations: 67
  5. “Phytoremediation of coal mine spoil dump through integrated biotechnological approach”
    Authors: Juwarkar, A.A., Jambhulkar, H.P.
    Journal: Bioresource Technology, 2008, 99(11), pp. 4732–4741
    Citations: 97
  6. “Restoration of fly ash dump through biological interventions”
    Authors: Juwarkar, A.A., Jambhulkar, H.P.
    Journal: Environmental Monitoring and Assessment, 2008, 139(1-3), pp. 355–365
    Citations: 79

 

 

Moyses Nascimento | Plant breeding | Best Researcher Award

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Prof Moyses Nascimento |  Plant breeding |  Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor at  Federal University of Vicosa, Brazil

Prof. Moysés Nascimento is an Associate Professor in the Department of Statistics at the Federal University of Viçosa, Brazil. He holds a Ph.D. in Statistics and Agricultural Experimentation from the Federal University of Lavras (UFLA), Brazil. His research interests focus on statistical methods applied to agriculture, bioinformatics, and genomic selection, with significant expertise in cluster analysis and Monte Carlo Markov Chains.

 

Publication Profile

Academic Background:

  • Ph.D. in Statistics and Agricultural Experimentation (2011), Federal University of Lavras (UFLA), Brazil
  • M.S. in Applied Statistics and Biometry (2009), Federal University of Viçosa (UFV), Brazil
  • B.S. in Statistics (2007), Federal University of Espírito Santo (UFES), Brazil

Professional Experience:

  • Associate Professor, Federal University of Viçosa (UFV), Brazil (2010–present)
  • Visiting Scholar, University of Florida, USA (2023–2024)
  • Research Scholar, North Carolina State University, USA (2016–2017)
  • Graduate Research Assistant, Federal University of Lavras and Federal University of Viçosa

Research Interests:

  • Statistical methods applied to agriculture and genomics
  • Cluster analysis, bioinformatics, and Monte Carlo Markov Chains in genetic improvement
  • Neural networks and multivariate analysis applied to agronomy

Awards & Honors:

  • 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place in the 2023 GDM 40th Anniversary Innovation Award
  • Emerald Literati Award (2019) for the paper on craft beer consumer market characterization
  • Best Paper Award, International Symposium on Genetics and Plant Breeding (2021)
  • Best Master’s Paper, Brazilian Region of the International Biometrics Society (2008)

Citations :

  • Citations (All): 2,229
  • Citations (Since 2019): 1,643
  • h-index (All): 26
  • h-index (Since 2019): 21
  • i10-index (All): 68
  • i10-index (Since 2019): 58

Publication Top Notes

  1. Characterization of the consumer market and motivations for the consumption of craft beer
    NB Carvalho, LA Minim, M Nascimento, GHC Ferreira, VPR Minim
    British Food Journal, 120(2), 378-391 (2018)
  2. Avaliação do coeficiente de variação experimental para caracteres de frutos de pimenteiras
    AR Silva, PR Cecon, ER Rêgo, M Nascimento
    Revista Ceres, 58, 168-171 (2011)
  3. Artificial neural networks for adaptability and stability evaluation in alfalfa genotypes
    M Nascimento, LA Peternelli, CD Cruz, ACC Nascimento, RP Ferreira, …
    Crop Breeding and Applied Biotechnology, 13, 152-156 (2013)
  4. Alteração no método centroide de avaliação da adaptabilidade genotípica
    M Nascimento, CD Cruz, ACM Campana, RS Tomaz, CC Salgado, …
    Pesquisa Agropecuária Brasileira, 44, 263-269 (2009)
  5. Neural networks for predicting breeding values and genetic gains
    GN Silva, RS Tomaz, IC Sant’Anna, M Nascimento, LL Bhering, CD Cruz
    Scientia Agricola, 71, 494-498 (2014)
  6. Multi-trait multi-environment models in the genetic selection of segregating soybean progeny
    L Volpato, RS Alves, PE Teodoro, MD Vilela de Resende, M Nascimento, …
    PloS One, 14(4), e0215315 (2019)
  7. Technical efficiency of milk production in Minas Gerais: an application of quantile regression
    ACC Nascimento, JE Lima, MJ Braga, M Nascimento, AP Gomes
    Revista Brasileira de Zootecnia, 41, 783-789 (2012)
  8. Adaptability and stability based on nonparametric regression in coffee genotypes
    M Nascimento, A Ferreira, RG Ferrão, ACM Campana, LL Bhering, …
    Pesquisa Agropecuária Brasileira, 45, 41-48 (2010)
  9. Métodos estatísticos
    PR Cecon, AR Silva, M Nascimento, A Ferreira
    Viçosa: Editora UFV (2012)
  10. Quantitative sensory description using the Optimized Descriptive Profile: Comparison with conventional and alternative methods for evaluation of chocolate
    RC dos Santos Navarro, VPR Minim, JDS Carneiro, M Nascimento, …
    Food Quality and Preference, 30(2), 169-179 (2013)
  11. A discriminant function for validation of the cluster analysis and behavioral prediction of the coffee market
    NB Carvalho, VPR Minim, M Nascimento, MCTR Vidigal, MAM Ferreira, …
    Food Research International, 77, 400-407 (2015)
  12. Genomic prediction of leaf rust resistance to Arabica coffee using machine learning algorithms
    IC Sousa, M Nascimento, GN Silva, ACC Nascimento, CD Cruz, …
    Scientia Agricola, 78, e20200021 (2020)
  13. Impact of energy restriction during late gestation on the muscle and blood transcriptome of beef calves after preconditioning
    LP Sanglard, M Nascimento, P Moriel, J Sommer, M Ashwell, MH Poore, …
    BMC Genomics, 19, 1-18 (2018)
  14. Quantile regression for genome-wide association study of flowering time-related traits in common bean
    M Nascimento, ACC Nascimento, FF Silva, LD Barili, NM Vale, …
    PLoS One, 13(1), e0190303 (2018)
  15. Abordagem bayesiana para avaliação da adaptabilidade e estabilidade de genótipos de alfafa
    M Nascimento, FF Silva, T Sáfadi, ACC Nascimento, RP Ferreira, …
    Pesquisa Agropecuária Brasileira, 46, 26-32 (2011)
  16. Independent Component Analysis (ICA) based-clustering of temporal RNA-seq data
    M Nascimento, FF Silva, T Safadi, ACC Nascimento, TEM Ferreira, …
    PLoS One, 12(7), e0181195 (2017)
  17. Perspectiva bayesiana na seleção de genótipos de feijão-caupi em ensaios de valor de cultivo e uso
    PE Teodoro, M Nascimento, FE Torres, LMA Barroso, E Sagrilo
    Pesquisa Agropecuária Brasileira, 50(10), 878-885 (2015)
  18. Superiority of artificial neural networks for a genetic classification procedure
    IC Sant’Anna, RS Tomaz, GN Silva, M Nascimento, LL Bhering, CD Cruz
    Genetics and Molecular Research (2015)
  19. Recommendation of Coffea arabica genotypes by factor analysis
    IP Barbosa, WG da Costa, M Nascimento, CD Cruz, ACB de Oliveira
    Euphytica, 215, 1-10 (2019)
  20. Genotype-environment interaction in common bean cultivars with carioca grain, recommended for cultivation in Brazil in the last 40 years
    LD Barili, NM Vale, AL Prado, JES Carneiro, FF Silva, M Nascimento
    Crop Breeding and Applied Biotechnology, 15(04), 244-250 (2015)

 

Ajay Kumar | Agricultural Biotechnology | Best Researcher Award

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Dr Ajay Kumar |  Agricultural Biotechnology |  Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor at  Amity University,  India

Dr. Ajay Kumar is a Senior Assistant Professor at the Amity Institute of Biotechnology, Amity University, Noida, India. His research spans areas including plant growth-promoting bacteria, postharvest decay control using microbial communities, and bioinformatics. Dr. Kumar’s expertise includes microbial inoculants, biocontrol screening, fermentation, and postharvest management of fruits.

 

Publication Profile

Education & Work Experience:

  • Ph.D. (2010–2016): Department of Botany, Banaras Hindu University, India. Focused on the modulation of growth and metabolites in Curcuma longa using plant growth-promoting bacteria.
  • Postdoctoral Research (2018–2022): Department of Postharvest Science, Agricultural Research Organization, Israel. Focused on developing strategies for controlling postharvest decay in fruits using microbial communities.
  • Current Role: Assistant Professor at Amity University since 2023, specializing in biotechnology and microbiology.

Awards & Fellowships:

  • A.R.O. Fellowship, Volcanic Centre, Israel (2018)
  • CSIR NET/JRF, New Delhi (2009)
  • GATE, IIT Kanpur (2009)

Professional Memberships:

  • Associate Editor, Frontiers in Microbiology
  • Special Issue Guest Editor for Microorganisms (MDPI), Plants (MDPI), Sustainability
  • Life Member, Asian Society of PGPR (Auburn, USA)
  • Life Member, Association of Microbiologists of India

Research Impact:

  • Total Citations: 4,979
  • H-index: 37
  • i10-index: 95
  • Cumulative Impact Factor: 398

Publication Top Notes

  1. Therapeutic and Medicinal Uses of Aloe vera: A Review
    P.K. Sahu, D.D. Giri, R. Singh, P. Pandey, S. Gupta, A.K. Shrivastava, A. Kumar, …
    Pharmacology & Pharmacy, 4 (08), 599, 2013.
    Cited by: 460
  2. Endophytic bacteria: a new source of bioactive compounds
    M. Singh, A. Kumar, R. Singh, K.D. Pandey
    3 Biotech, 7 (5), 1-14, 2017.
    Cited by: 272
  3. Disease management of tomato through PGPB: current trends and future perspective
    V.K. Singh, A.K. Singh, A. Kumar
    3 Biotech, 7 (4), 1-10, 2017.
    Cited by: 179
  4. Plant growth promoting rhizobacteria: application in biofertilizers and biocontrol of phytopathogens
    M. Singh, D. Singh, A. Gupta, K.D. Pandey, P.K. Singh, A. Kumar
    PGPR Amelioration in Sustainable Agriculture, 41-66, 2019.
    Cited by: 166
  5. Isolation and characterization of bacterial endophytes of Curcuma longa L.
    A. Kumar, R. Singh, A. Yadav, D.D. Giri, P.K. Singh, K.D. Pandey
    3 Biotech, 6 (1), 60, 2016.
    Cited by: 161
  6. Trichoderma Species: Our Best Fungal Allies in the Biocontrol of Plant Diseases—A Review
    P. Guzmán-Guzmán, A. Kumar, S. de los Santos-Villalobos, F.I. Parra-Cota, …
    Plants, 12 (3), 432, 2023.
    Cited by: 146
  7. Interaction of plant growth promoting bacteria with tomato under abiotic stress: a review
    V.K. Singh, A.K. Singh, P.P. Singh, A. Kumar
    Agriculture, Ecosystems & Environment, 267, 129-140, 2018.
    Cited by: 144
  8. Regulation of Reactive Oxygen Species during Salt Stress in Plants and Their Crosstalk with Other Signaling Molecules—Current Perspectives and Future Directions
    M.S. Kesawat, N. Satheesh, B.S. Kherawat, A. Kumar, H.U. Kim, S.M. Chung, …
    Plants, 12 (4), 864, 2023.
    Cited by: 122
  9. The potential application of endophytes in management of stress from drought and salinity in crop plants
    H. Verma, D. Kumar, V. Kumar, M. Kumari, S.K. Singh, V.K. Sharma, S. Droby, …
    Microorganisms, 9 (8), 1729, 2021.
    Cited by: 122
  10. Microbial biosurfactant: a new frontier for sustainable agriculture and pharmaceutical industries
    A. Kumar, S.K. Singh, C. Kant, H. Verma, D. Kumar, P.P. Singh, A. Modi, …
    Antioxidants, 10 (9), 1472, 2021.
    Cited by: 111
  11. Isolation of plant growth promoting rhizobacteria and their impact on growth and curcumin content in Curcuma longa L.
    A. Kumar, M. Singh, P.P. Singh, S.K. Singh, P.K. Singh, K.D. Pandey
    Biocatalysis and Agricultural Biotechnology, 8, 1-7, 2016.
    Cited by: 107
  12. Plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria (PGPR): perspective in agriculture under biotic and abiotic stress
    A. Kumar, V.K. Singh, V. Tripathi, P.P. Singh, A.K. Singh
    Crop Improvement Through Microbial Biotechnology, 333-342, 2018.
    Cited by: 103
  13. Global Analysis of the Apple Fruit Microbiome: Are All Apples the Same?
    A. Abdelfattah, S. Freilich, R. Bartuv, V.Y. Zhimo, A. Kumar, A. Biasi, S. Salim, …
    Scientific Report, 98*, 2021.
  14. Isolation and characterization of bacterial endophytes from the roots of Cassia tora L.
    V. Kumar, A. Kumar, K.D. Pandey, B.K. Roy
    Annals of Microbiology, 65 (3), 1391-1399, 2015.
    Cited by: 92
  15. Bioremediation: a sustainable approach for management of environmental contaminants
    P. Singh, V.K. Singh, R. Singh, A. Borthakur, S. Madhav, A. Ahamad, A. Kumar, …
    Abatement of Environmental Pollutants, 1-23, 2020.
    Cited by: 83
  16. Role of Pseudomonas sp. in Sustainable Agriculture and Disease Management
    A. Kumar, H. Verma, V.K. Singh, P.P. Singh, S.K. Singh, W.A. Ansari, A. Yadav, …
    Agriculturally Important Microbes for Sustainable Agriculture, 195-215, 2017.
    Cited by: 74
  17. Current Scenario and Future Prospects of Endophytic Microbes: Promising Candidates for Abiotic and Biotic Stress Management for Agricultural and Environmental Sustainability
    U. Anand, T. Pal, N. Yadav, V.K. Singh, V. Tripathi, K.K. Choudhary, A.K. Shukla, …
    Microbial Ecology, 1-32, 2023.
    Cited by: 64
  18. Compositional shifts in the strawberry fruit microbiome in response to near-harvest application of Metschnikowia fructicola, a yeast biocontrol agent
    V.Y. Zhimo, A. Kumar, A. Biasi, S. Salim, O. Feygenberg, M.A. Toamy, …
    Postharvest Biology and Technology, 175, 111469, 2021.
    Cited by: 63
  19. Distribution of cyanobacteria and their interactions with pesticides in paddy field: a comprehensive review
    A.K. Singh, P.P. Singh, V. Tripathi, H. Verma, S.K. Singh, A.K. Srivastava, …
    Journal of Environmental Management, 224, 361-375, 2018.
    Cited by: 61
  20. Impacts of agrochemicals on soil microbiology and food quality
    D. Singh, S.K. Singh, A. Modi, P.K. Singh, V.Y. Zhimo, A. Kumar
    Agrochemicals Detection, Treatment and Remediation, 101-116, 2020.
    Cited by: 56

 

 

Ahoya Dèwanou Kant David | Plant disease | Best Researcher Award

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Mr Ahoya  Dèwanou Kant David |  Plant disease |  Best Researcher Award

PhD Student at  University of Parakou, Benin Republic, Benin

Dèwanou Kant David AHOYA is a bilingual Agronomist and Plant Protection Expert based in Benin. He holds a Master’s Degree in Plant Biotechnology and is currently pursuing a PhD in Plant Protection at the University of Parakou. With extensive experience in the development of transboundary plant disease management strategies, he is dedicated to improving agricultural practices in West Africa. His work focuses on promoting certified seed use and supporting the growth of the seed sector to enhance food security and sustainability.

 

Publication Profile

Education:

  • Ph.D. Candidate in Plant Protection (2022–Present)
    Doctoral School of Agricultural and Water Sciences (ED-SAE), University of Parakou (UP)
  • Master’s in Plant Biotechnology and Plant Improvement (2021)
    Doctoral School of Life and Earth Sciences (ED-SVT), Abomey-Calavi University (UAC)
  • Bachelor’s in Plant Production Sciences and Techniques (2016)
    Faculty of Agricultural Sciences (FSA), Abomey-Calavi University (UAC)

Professional Experience:

  • Junior Consultant (March 2024 – Present)
    Supporting the professionalization of sustainable seed chains for climatic resilience, with monitoring and advisory roles in the seed sub-sector under PADAAM/ProCaR.
  • Junior Technical Assistant (March 2022 – Feb 2024)
    Provided support for innovative agricultural technologies, including the development of Farmers’ Field Schools on certified seeds and sustainable land management techniques like biochar, as part of the IFAD Framework Programme in rural Benin.
  • Laboratory Technician (Jan 2019 – Jan 2022)
    Contributed to plant biotechnology projects focused on the production of pineapple and cassava vitroplants under the LCBVAP/PROCAD World Bank-funded project. Educated farmers about viral diseases and their impact on cassava crops.

Key Skills:

  • Transboundary Plant Disease Management
  • Seed Sector Development
  • Agricultural Technology Dissemination
  • Farmer Training and Education
  • Plant Biotechnology

Publication Top Notes

Factors Influencing Adoption of the PlantVillage Nuru Application for Cassava Mosaic Disease Diagnosis Among Farmers in Benin
Agriculture, 2024-11-07 | DOI: 10.3390/agriculture14112001
Contributors: Dèwanou Kant David Ahoya, Eveline Marie Fulbert Windinmi Sawadogo-Compaore, Jacob Afouda Yabi, Martine Zandjanakou-Tachin, Jerome Anani Houngue, Serge Sètondji Houedjissin, Justin Simon Pita, Corneille Ahanhanzo

 

Vivek Mishra | Soils | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr Vivek Mishra | Soils |  Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor at  Department of Geology, PIAS, Parul University, India

Vivek Mishra is a dedicated geologist based in Basti, India, with a passion for geological research and exploration. He has significant experience in the field of geology, focusing on geological mapping, mineral exploration, and environmental assessments. With a strong academic foundation, Vivek applies his expertise to both theoretical and practical aspects of geological science. He is committed to advancing knowledge in the field through continued learning and professional development. Vivek is actively involved in local geological projects and is known for his detail-oriented approach and dedication to enhancing geological understanding.

 

Publication Profile

EDUCATION:

Doctor of Philosophy in Applied Geology
Indian Institute of Technology (ISM), Dhanbad, India | 2018
Thesis Title: Trace Element Geochemistry and Petrographic Investigations of Coal and Shaly Coal from Talchir and Ib Valley Basins of Odisha, India

Master of Philosophy in Geology
Vikram University, Ujjain, India | 2011

Master of Science in Geology
Vikram University, Ujjain, India | 2010

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

Parul University, India | 10/2023 – Present
Assistant Professor

  • Develop and deliver high-quality, multidisciplinary educational content.
  • Prepare syllabi, reading materials, and assessments.
  • Collaborate with professors on research projects.
  • Provide student support to ensure academic success.
  • Participate in administrative and extracurricular activities.

Bhagwant University, India | 06/2023 – 10/2023
Assistant Professor

  • Lectured Diploma and UG students.
  • Graded assignments and upheld academic integrity policies.
  • Designed syllabi and lecture notes to enhance student understanding.
  • Contributed to administrative work and extracurricular activities.

Hebei University of Engineering, China | 10/2019 – 09/2021
Postdoctoral Researcher

  • Mentored graduate and undergraduate students in experimental design and technology.
  • Conducted comparative studies on rare earth elements in coal.
  • Collaborated internationally on environmental geochemistry and wildfire studies.
  • Investigated carcinogenic risks associated with coal burning in North China.

CSIR – National Metallurgical Laboratory, India | 05/2012 – 08/2017
Project Assistant

  • Investigated coal’s chemical and mineralogical compositions, focusing on combustion behavior.
  • Used FTIR and XRD to study coal at various temperatures.
  • Supervised national and international research projects and student teams.
  • Prepared feasibility reports for coal and coke quality analysis.

RESEARCH INTERESTS:

  • Coal utilization and human health impacts
  • Critical and rare earth elements in coal
  • Environmental geochemistry and medical geology
  • Coal and shale gas research

HONORS AND AWARDS:

  • Postdoctoral Research Award, Hebei University of Engineering, 2019
  • Indian Institute of Mineral Engineers Best Paper Award, 2018

Citations:

  • Total Citations: 287
  • Citations Since 2019: 260

h-index:

  • Overall h-index: 9
  • h-index Since 2019: 9

i10-index:

  • Overall i10-index: 9
  • i10-index Since 2019: 9

Publication Top Notes

  1. Geochemistry of Carboniferous coals from the Laoyaogou mine, Ningwu coalfield, Shanxi Province, northern China: Emphasis on the enrichment of valuable elements
    B Liu, J Wang, H He, V Mishra, Y Li, J Wang, C Zhao
    Fuel, 279, 118414, 55, 2020
  2. Influence of coal quality on combustion behaviour and mineral phases transformations
    V Mishra, T Bhowmick, S Chakravarty, AK Varma, M Sharma
    Fuel, 186, 443–455, 52, 2016
  3. Changes in organic structure and mineral phases transformation of coal during heat treatment on laboratory scale
    V Mishra, M Sharma, S Chakravarty, A Banerjee
    International Journal of Coal Science & Technology, 3, 418-428, 35, 2016
  4. Geochemistry of Rare Earth Elements in Lower Gondwana Coals of the Talchir Coal Basin, India
    V Mishra, S Chakravarty, RB Finkelman, AK Varma
    Journal of Geochemical Exploration, 204, 43-56, 28, 2019
  5. Microstructural relation of macerals with mineral matter in coals from Ib valley and Umaria, Son-Mahanadi basin, India
    V Mishra, KN Singh
    International Journal of Coal Science & Technology, 27, 2017
  6. Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) and esophageal carcinoma in Handan-Xingtai district, North China: a preliminary study based on cancer risk assessment
    M Zhang, J Wang, Q Zhao, V Mishra, J Fan, Y Sun
    Environmental Monitoring and Assessment, 192, 1-20, 14, 2020
  7. Influence of geochemical, organo-petrographical and palynofacies assemblages on hydrocarbon generation: A study from upper Oligocene coal and shale of the Makum Coal Basin …
    S Biswas, AK Varma, M Kumar, D Mani, VK Saxena, V Mishra
    Marine and Petroleum Geology, 114, 104206, 14, 2020
  8. Characterization of Chemical Structure with Relative Density of Three Different Ranks of Coal from India
    S Chakravarty, K Chakravarty, V Mishra, S Chakladar, A Mohanty, …
    Natural Resources Research, 29, 3121–3136, 13, 2020
  9. Significance of coal quality on thermoplastic properties: a case study
    M Sahoo, T Bhowmick, V Mishra, S Pal, M Sharma, S Chakravarty
    International Journal of Coal Preparation and Utilization, 42 (4), 1015-1032, 10, 2022
  10. An intelligent system to identify coal maceral groups using markov-fuzzy clustering approach
    S Chand, S Mohapatra, V Mishra
    Journal of Intelligent & Fuzzy Systems, 41 (5), 5701-5707, 9, 2021
  11. Wildfire evidence from the middle and late permian Hanxing Coalfield, North China Basin
    L Xiao, Q Zhao, J Wang, V Mishra, SI Arbuzov, M Zhang
    Geologica Acta, 18, 1-11, 9, 2020
  12. Intelligent characterization system for char combustion reactivity using deep learning
    A Alpana, S Chand, V Mishra
    2020 7th International Conference on Signal Processing and Integrated …, 7, 2020
  13. Mineralogical study of beneficiated and carbonized indian coking coal for better utilization: A case study
    K Chakravarty, V Mishra, S Chakravarty, S Chakladar, VK Saxena, …
    Natural Resources Research, 29 (4), 2431-2450, 6, 2020
  14. Automated char classification using image analysis and artificial intelligence
    Alpana, S Chand, S Mohapatra, V Mishra
    International Journal of Oil, Gas and Coal Technology, 28 (2), 235-248, 4, 2021
  15. Microbial detoxification of polluted soils and agroecosystem
    Ž Fiket, MA Sabar, G Medunić, V Mishra
    Microbial Services in Restoration Ecology, 237-257, 4, 2020
  16. Significance of washability on heat-altered coal from Jharia and Raniganj Coalfields, India
    M Sharma, T Bhowmick, V Mishra
    International Journal of Oil, Gas and Coal Technology, 27 (2), 169-185, 2021

 

Xincheng Li | Agricultural Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Prof Xincheng Li |  Agricultural Engineering |  Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor at  College of Electrical and Mechanical Engineering，Qingdao Agricultural University, China

Xingcheng Li is a Research Assistant at the College of Electrical and Mechanical Engineering, Qingdao Agricultural University. His research focuses on agricultural information technology, sensor development, intelligent agricultural machinery control, and automation technology in livestock and poultry farming. He has published over 10 academic papers, secured 5 national invention patents, and led key research projects at both provincial and national levels. With experience in teaching and developing innovative solutions in agricultural engineering, Li contributes to advancing technological applications in agriculture.

 

Publication Profile

Academic and Professional Background:

Xingcheng Li is a Research Assistant at Qingdao Agricultural University, specializing in agricultural engineering and information technology. He has taught various courses at both undergraduate and graduate levels, including Principles and Applications of Sensors, Agricultural Sensing, and Operations Research. His primary research interests include agricultural information technology, sensor development, intelligent agricultural machinery control, and automation in livestock and poultry farming.

Research and Innovations:

Prof. Li has contributed significantly to the development of agricultural technologies. He has published over 10 research papers and secured 5 national invention patents. His ongoing research includes projects on livestock and poultry disease prevention, as well as participation in key national and provincial R&D programs. Notably, he has led the Shandong Province Agricultural Major Application Technology Innovation Project and the Natural Science Foundation of Shandong Province.

Research Areas:

  • Agricultural Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Agricultural Machinery and Equipment Engineering
  • Agricultural Engineering and Information Technology

Publication Top Notes

  1. A seed-epidermis-feature-recognition-based lightweight peanut seed selection method for embedded systems
    Li, D., Huang, J., Li, X., Xu, P., Yun, Y.
    Measurement and Control (United Kingdom), 2024.
    This paper introduces a lightweight peanut seed selection method based on seed-epidermis feature recognition, suitable for embedded systems in agricultural automation.
  2. Optimization Design and Experiment of Automatic Leveling System for Orchard Operating Platform in Hilly and Mountainous Areas
    Shang, H., Li, X., Zhang, C., Hou, Y., Jia, M.
    INMATEH – Agricultural Engineering, 2024, 73(2), pp. 364–374.
    Focuses on optimizing the design and conducting experiments on an automatic leveling system for orchard platforms in challenging terrains.
  3. Domestic Conflicts and Trade Protectionism: Evidence from Tweets
    Kun, L., Xincheng, L., Ming, F.
    China Journal of Economics, 2022, 9(1), pp. 56–84.
    Analyzes the relationship between domestic conflicts and trade protectionism, based on Twitter data analysis.
  4. Grain Yield Data Collection and Service for Heterogeneous Platforms
    Zheng, L., Guo, X., Li, M., Chen, Y., Xiao, C.
    Nongye Gongcheng Xuebao/Transactions of the Chinese Society of Agricultural Engineering, 2016, 32(9), pp. 142–149.
    This work discusses systems for collecting and providing grain yield data across different agricultural platforms.
  5. Test and Optimization of Sampling Frequency for Yield Monitor System of Grain Combine Harvester
    Li, X., Li, M., Zheng, L., Wang, X., Sun, M.
    Nongye Jixie Xuebao/Transactions of the Chinese Society for Agricultural Machinery, 2015, 46, pp. 74–78.
    Examines the optimization of sampling frequency for a grain yield monitor in combine harvesters.
  6. Modeling Algorithm for Yield Monitor System of Grain Combine Harvester
    Li, X., Sun, M., Li, M., Zhang, M., Wang, X.
    Nongye Jixie Xuebao/Transactions of the Chinese Society for Agricultural Machinery, 2015, 46(7), pp. 91–96.
    Proposes a modeling algorithm for improving the yield monitor system of grain combine harvesters.
  7. Development and Denoising Test of Grain Combine with Remote Yield Monitoring System
    Li, X., Li, M., Wang, X., Sun, M., Sun, H.
    Nongye Gongcheng Xuebao/Transactions of the Chinese Society of Agricultural Engineering, 2014, 30(2), pp. 1–8.
    This paper focuses on the development and testing of a grain combine equipped with a remote yield monitoring system.
  8. Structure Design and Signal Processing of a New Grain Flow Sensor
    Li, X., Li, M., Zheng, L., Yang, W., Sun, H.
    American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers Annual International Meeting, ASABE 2014, pp. 4330–4336.
    Presents the design and signal processing methods for a new grain flow sensor.
  9. A Remote Monitoring System of Automatic Soil Sampler Based on ZigBee WSN
    Yang, W., Li, M., Zheng, L., Li, X., Zhang, M.
    American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers Annual International Meeting, ASABE 2013, pp. 4023–4028.
    Describes a remote monitoring system for an automatic soil sampler based on ZigBee wireless sensor networks (WSN).
  10. A Remote Operating System of Grain Yield Monitor
    Li, X., Li, M., Zheng, L., Yang, W., Zhang, M.
    American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers Annual International Meeting, ASABE 2013, pp. 4091–4096.
    Introduces a remote operating system for monitoring grain yield during harvesting.