Peter Eisert | AI in agriculture | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Peter Eisert | AI in agriculture | Best Researcher Award

Fraunhofer HHI, Germany

Prof. Dr.-Ing. Peter Eisert is a renowned expert in computer vision and visual computing. He serves as the Head of the Vision & Imaging Technologies Department at Fraunhofer HHI, Berlin, leading a team of around 30 researchers. Since 2009, he has also held a Professorship in Visual Computing at the Computer Science Department of Humboldt University of Berlin.

Profile:

🎓 Education & Academic Background:

  • 🧠 Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, University of Erlangen-Nuremberg (2000) – With highest honors

  • 📘 Diploma in Electrical Engineering, University of Karlsruhe (1995) – With highest honors

  • 🎓 Former Postdoctoral Fellow at Stanford University (2001)

🧑‍🔬 Current Positions:

  • 🏛️ Professor of Visual Computing, Humboldt University of Berlin (since 2009)

  • 🔬 Head of Vision & Imaging Technologies, Fraunhofer HHI, Berlin (since 2015)

  • 💡 Leader of Computer Vision & Graphics Group, Fraunhofer HHI (since 2002)

🔍 Research Focus:

  • 📷 Visual Computing

  • 🧠 Deep Learning

  • 🧍‍♂️ 3D Graphics & Computer Vision

  • 🤖 Facial Expression Analysis

  • 💻 Lightfield Coding

🏆 Honors & Awards:

  • 🥇 Multiple Best Paper Awards (CVMP, Eurographics, IC3D, CVPR Workshop)

  • 🧪 Young Investigator Award, SPIE VCIP (2002)

  • 💡 Nominated for Innovation Award Berlin/Brandenburg

  • 🇩🇪 Winner of “365 Orte im Land der Ideen” for Virtual Mirror

📚 Scientific Output:

  • ✍️ Over 70 journal publications in top-tier venues (IEEE, IET, Eurographics)

  • 🧾 More than 200 reviewed conference papers (CVPR, ECCV, ICCV, NeurIPS, ICIP, etc.)

  • 💶 Secured €35+ million in third-party funding (EU, BMBF, BMWi, industry)

🎤 Professional Service:

  • 📅 Chair and organizer of leading conferences (CVMP, VMV, Mirage, DAGM)

  • 📝 Editorial roles: Elsevier Journal of Visual Communication, Intl. Journal of Image & Video Processing

  • 🧪 Reviewer for DFG, FWF, VR, IEEE, ACM, Springer

👨‍🏫 Teaching Experience:

  • 🎓 Lecturer at Humboldt University since 2009 (Visual Computing, Computer Graphics)

  • 🏫 Former lecturer at TU Berlin, HTW Berlin, and Stanford University

📊 Citation Metrics:

  • Citations: 7,437 (since 2020: 3,010)

  • h-index: 41 (since 2020: 24)

  • i10-index: 138 (since 2020: 66)

Publication Top Notes:

  • Visual computing as a key enabling technology for Industrie 4.0 and Industrial Internet
    J. Posada, C. Toro, I. Barandiaran, D. Oyarzun, D. Stricker, R. De Amicis, … P. Eisert
    IEEE Computer Graphics and Applications, 35(2), 26–40 (2015) — 903 citations

  • 3D video and free viewpoint video—technologies, applications and MPEG standards
    A. Smolic, K. Mueller, P. Merkle, C. Fehn, P. Kauff, P. Eisert, T. Wiegand
    2006 IEEE International Conference on Multimedia and Expo, 2161–2164 (2006) — 464 citations

  • Data-driven artificial intelligence applications for sustainable precision agriculture
    M.T. Linaza, J. Posada, J. Bund, P. Eisert, M. Quartulli, J. Döllner, A. Pagani, …
    Agronomy, 11(6), 1227 (2021) — 239 citations

  • Analyzing facial expressions for virtual conferencing
    P. Eisert, B. Girod
    IEEE Computer Graphics and Applications, 18(5), 70–78 (1998) — 213 citations

  • Stereo correspondence and reconstruction of endoscopic data challenge
    M. Allan, J. Mcleod, C. Wang, J.C. Rosenthal, Z. Hu, N. Gard, P. Eisert, K.X. Fu, …
    arXiv preprint arXiv:2101.01133 (2021) — 175 citations

  • Detection of face morphing attacks by deep learning
    C. Seibold, W. Samek, A. Hilsmann, P. Eisert
    Digital Forensics and Watermarking: 16th International Workshop, IWDW 2017 — 151 citations

  • Multi-hypothesis, volumetric reconstruction of 3-D objects from multiple calibrated camera views
    P. Eisert, E. Steinbach, B. Girod
    1999 IEEE International Conference on Acoustics, Speech, and Signal Processing — 140 citations

  • Platform for distributed 3D gaming
    A. Jurgelionis, P. Fechteler, P. Eisert, F. Bellotti, H. David, J.P. Laulajainen, …
    International Journal of Computer Games Technology, 2009(1), 231863 (2009) — 134 citations

  • Automatic reconstruction of stationary 3-D objects from multiple uncalibrated camera views
    P. Eisert, E. Steinbach, B. Girod
    IEEE Transactions on Circuits and Systems for Video Technology, 10(2), 261–277 (2000) — 123 citations

  • Digital watermarking of MPEG-4 facial animation parameters
    F. Hartung, P. Eisert, B. Girod
    Computers & Graphics, 22(4), 425–435 (1998) — 123 citations

  • Adaptive colour classification for structured light systems
    P. Fechteler, P. Eisert
    IET Computer Vision, 3(2), 49–59 (2009) — 120 citations

  • Capturing panoramic or semi-panoramic 3D scenes
    P. Kauff, P. Eisert, J. Schuessler, C. Weissig, F. Arne
    US Patent 9,462,184 (2016) — 99 citations

  • Games@ large graphics streaming architecture
    I. Nave, H. David, A. Shani, Y. Tzruya, A. Laikari, P. Eisert, P. Fechteler
    2008 IEEE International Symposium on Consumer Electronics, 1–4 (2008) — 98 citations

  • Model-aided coding: A new approach to incorporate facial animation into motion-compensated video coding
    P. Eisert, T. Wiegand, B. Girod
    IEEE Transactions on Circuits and Systems for Video Technology, 10(3), 344–358 (2000) — 93 citations

  • Predictive compression of dynamic 3D meshes
    K. Muller, A. Smolic, M. Kautzner, P. Eisert, T. Wiegand
    IEEE International Conference on Image Processing, 1, I-621 (2005) — 91 citations

  • Fast and high resolution 3D face scanning
    P. Fechteler, P. Eisert, J. Rurainsky
    2007 IEEE International Conference on Image Processing, 3, III-81–III-84 (2007) — 89 citations

  • Tracking and retexturing cloth for real-time virtual clothing applications
    A. Hilsmann, P. Eisert
    Computer Vision/Computer Graphics Collaboration Techniques: 4th International Workshop (2009) — 86 citations

  • FreeCam: A Hybrid Camera System for Interactive Free-Viewpoint Video
    C. Kuster, T. Popa, C. Zach, C. Gotsman, M.H. Gross, P. Eisert, J. Hornegger, …
    VMV, 17–24 (2011) — 85 citations

  • Immersive 3D video conferencing: challenges, concepts, and implementations
    P. Eisert
    Visual Communications and Image Processing, 5150, 69–79 (2003) — 80 citations

  • Capture and 3D video processing of volumetric video
    O. Schreer, I. Feldmann, S. Renault, M. Zepp, M. Worchel, P. Eisert, P. Kauff
    2019 IEEE International Conference on Image Processing (ICIP), 4310–4314 (2019) — 79 citations

 

Sinoxolo Magaya | Organic Farming | Best Researcher Award

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Ms. Sinoxolo Magaya | Organic Farming | Best Researcher Award

Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam,  Netherlands

Sinoxolo Magaya is a PhD researcher in Environmental Geography at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, focusing on sustainable nutrient management in organic agriculture. Her current thesis explores the potentials and constraints of recycled phosphorus product use across the EU. She holds a cum laude MSc in Geography & Environmental Studies from the University of the Witwatersrand, with prior degrees in Geography and Hydrology.

Profile:

🎓 Education:

  • PhD in Environmental Geography (2021–Present)
    Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam
    Thesis: Potentials and constraints of recycled phosphorus in EU organic farming

  • MSc Geography & Environmental Studies (Cum Laude) (2019–2021)
    University of Witwatersrand
    Thesis: Indigenous Knowledge in agricultural management

  • BSc Hons Geography (2018–2019)
    University of Witwatersrand

  • BSc Geography & Hydrology (2014–2016)
    University of Zululand

🧠 Research Focus:

  • Recycled phosphorus use in agriculture

  • Indigenous knowledge systems & climate adaptation

  • Urban food systems modeling

  • Nature-based solutions & sustainability transitions

🧪 Skills & Tools:

  • Ethnographic research | Policy analysis | Stakeholder engagement

  • GIS (QGIS & ArcGIS) | R Studio | Atlas.ti | Microsoft Office | Data mining & analytics

🗣️ Conferences & Presentations:

  • 🧾 ReCap Conference, 2024 – Poster on phosphorus distribution in organic farming

  • 🧪 NERM Workshop, 2024 – Fertilizer-based phosphorus research

  • 🎙️ Panelist – Language Policy in Higher Education (Wits Symposium, 2019)

💰 Research Funding:

  • Moses Kotane Institute – R120,000

  • National Research Foundation – R75,000

  • CSIR – R100,000

👩🏽‍🏫 Teaching & Outreach:

  • Guest lectures on GIS, nutrient mapping & environmental science

  • PhD representative (Marie Curie project, 2021–2025)

  • Poster Prize Winner, 2024

  • Golden Key Honour Society Member, 2021

Publication Top Notes:

  • Approaching positionality in research on Indigenous Knowledge Systems

  • Phosphorus removal and use in organic crop farming in the EU

  • Indigenous Knowledge Systems cues essential in agricultural management and tracking seasonality in KwaZulu-Natal and Eastern Cape, South Africa

  • Food systems modelling to evaluate interventions for food and nutrition security in an African urban context

  • Use of recycled phosphorus products in organic farming in EU member states: Theoretically supported but practically restricted

 

Cary Chiou | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Cary Chiou |  Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

National Cheng Kung University, Taiwan, United States

Dr. Cary T. Chiou is a renowned environmental chemist recognized for his pioneering research in the partition and transport behavior of organic contaminants in the environment. He received his B.S.E. in Chemical Engineering from National Cheng Kung University (1965), followed by an M.S. and Ph.D. in Physical and Surface Chemistry from Kent State University, USA.

Profile:

🎓 Education:

  • B.S.E. in Chemical Engineering – National Cheng Kung University, Taiwan (1965)

  • M.S. & Ph.D. in Physical and Surface Chemistry – Kent State University, USA (1970, 1973)

🧪 Research Focus:

Environmental Fate and Transport of Organic Contaminants

  • Sorption mechanisms in soil and sediment

  • Partition theory with natural organic matter

  • Bioconcentration in aquatic species and plants

  • Air-water interface contaminant transfer

  • Interaction with dissolved organic matter

👨‍🔬 Career Highlights:

  • 🌟 University Chair Professor, NCKU, Taiwan (2007–present)

  • 💧 Research Hydrologist & Project Chief, U.S. Geological Survey, Colorado, USA (1983–2006)

  • 🎓 Associate Professor, Oregon State University (1976–1983)

  • 🧑‍🔬 Postdoctoral Fellowships at Brown University & University of Kentucky

🏆 Honors & Awards:

  • 🔹 Highly Cited Researcher in Engineering & Ecology/Environment

  • 🥇 Outstanding Publication Award – AEESP (1999)

  • 🎖 Distinguished Achievement Award – Chinese Society of Science & Engineering (1989)

  • 🌟 University Chair Professor – NCKU (2007–present)

  • 🧑‍🏫 Environmental Science Lecturer – NTU & UNDP (Taiwan, China)

📚 Notable Contributions:

  • 📘 Soil Sorption Model (1979): Pioneered the concept of soil organic matter as a partition medium

  • 🌱 Koc Consistency: Simplified contaminant sorption prediction across soils and sediments

  • 🧪 PAHs Partitioning Insight: Demonstrated aromatic affinity in SOM via NMR and solvent studies

  • 🔬 Research Impact: Model and findings cited over 1500 times; foundational in environmental chemistry

📊 Citation Metrics:

  • Total Citations: 20,852

  • Citations Since 2020: 2,221

  • h-index: 56

  • h-index Since 2020: 24

  • i10-index: 93

  • i10-index Since 2020: 44

Publication Top Notes:

  • A physical concept of soil-water equilibria for nonionic organic compounds (1979)
    CT Chiou, LJ Peters, VH Freed
    Science 206 (4420), 831-832
    Citations: 1700

  • Partition equilibriums of nonionic organic compounds between soil organic matter and water (1983)
    CT Chiou, PE Porter, DW Schmedding
    Environmental Science & Technology 17 (4), 227-231
    Citations: 1539

  • Water solubility enhancement of some organic pollutants and pesticides by dissolved humic and fulvic acids (1986)
    CT Chiou, RL Malcolm, TI Brinton, DE Kile
    Environmental Science & Technology 20 (5), 502-508
    Citations: 1518

  • Compositions and sorptive properties of crop residue-derived chars (2004)
    Y Chun, G Sheng, CT Chiou, B Xing
    Environmental Science & Technology 38 (17), 4649-4655
    Citations: 1408

  • Partition coefficient and bioaccumulation of selected organic chemicals (1977)
    CT Chiou, VH Freed, DW Schmedding, RL Kohnert
    Environmental Science & Technology 11 (5), 475-478
    Citations: 920

  • Partition characteristics of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons on soils and sediments (1998)
    CT Chiou, SE McGroddy, DE Kile
    Environmental Science & Technology 32 (2), 264-269
    Citations: 845

  • Water solubility enhancements of DDT and trichlorobenzene by some surfactants below and above the critical micelle concentration (1989)
    DE Kile, CT Chiou
    Environmental Science & Technology 23 (7), 832-838
    Citations: 760

  • Sorption characteristics of organic compounds on hexadecyltrimethylammonium‐smectite (1988)
    SA Boyd, MM Mortland, CT Chiou
    Soil Science Society of America Journal 52 (3), 652-657
    Citations: 639

  • A comparison of water solubility enhancements of organic solutes by aquatic humic materials and commercial humic acids (1987)
    CT Chiou, DE Kile, TI Brinton, RL Malcolm, JA Leenheer, P MacCarthy
    Environmental Science & Technology 21 (12), 1231-1234
    Citations: 553

  • Soil sorption of organic vapors and effects of humidity on sorptive mechanism and capacity (1985)
    CT Chiou, TD Shoup
    Environmental Science & Technology 19 (12), 1196-1200
    Citations: 546

  • Partitioning of organic compounds in octanol-water systems (1982)
    CT Chiou, DW Schmedding, M Manes
    Environmental Science & Technology 16 (1), 4-10
    Citations: 533

  • Partition and adsorption of organic contaminants in environmental systems (2003)
    CT Chiou
    John Wiley & Sons
    Citations: 505

  • Partition coefficients of organic compounds in lipid-water systems and correlations with fish bioconcentration factors (1985)
    CT Chiou
    Environmental Science & Technology 19 (1), 57-62
    Citations: 470

  • A partition-limited model for the plant uptake of organic contaminants from soil and water (2001)
    CT Chiou, G Sheng, M Manes
    Environmental Science & Technology 35 (7), 1437-1444
    Citations: 444

  • Theoretical considerations of the partition uptake of nonionic organic compounds by soil organic matter (1989)
    CT Chiou
    Reactions and Movement of Organic Chemicals in Soils 22, 1-29
    Citations: 441

  • Effect of ten quaternary ammonium cations on tetrachloromethane sorption to clay from water (1990)
    JA Smith, PR Jaffe, CT Chiou
    Environmental Science & Technology 24 (8), 1167-1172
    Citations: 440

  • Influence of soil organic matter composition on the partition of organic compounds (1992)
    DW Rutherford, CT Chiou, DE Kile
    Environmental Science & Technology 26 (2), 336-340
    Citations: 435

  • Deviations from sorption linearity on soils of polar and nonpolar organic compounds at low relative concentrations (1998)
    CT Chiou, DE Kile
    Environmental Science & Technology 32 (3), 338-343
    Citations: 411

  • Sorption of selected organic compounds from water to a peat soil and its humic-acid and humin fractions: potential sources of the sorption nonlinearity (2000)
    CT Chiou, DE Kile, DW Rutherford, G Sheng, SA Boyd
    Environmental Science & Technology 34 (7), 1254-1258
    Citations: 405

  • Partition of nonpolar organic pollutants from water to soil and sediment organic matters (1995)
    DE Kile, CT Chiou, H Zhou, H Li, O Xu
    Environmental Science & Technology 29 (5), 1401-1406
    Citations: 362

 

Lakshan Paudel | Environments | GreenHarvest Sustainability Innovator Award

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Mr. Lakshan  Paudel | Environments |  GreenHarvest Sustainability Innovator Award

Researcher at Sun Moon University, Asan, South Korea

Mr. Lakshan Paudel is a dedicated researcher and educator specializing in molecular biology, bioinformatics, and clinical laboratory science. He is currently pursuing an integrated Master’s and Ph.D. in Life Science and Biochemical Engineering at Sun Moon University, South Korea (2020–2026). He holds a Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Technology from Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, India.

Profile:

🎓 Academic Background:

  • 🧬 Integrated Master’s–Ph.D. (2020–2026, ongoing)
    Life Science & Biochemical Engineering, Sun Moon University, South Korea

  • 🔬 B.Sc. in Medical Laboratory Technology (2006–2009)
    Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Karnataka, India

  • 📘 High School (2004–2006)
    Oxford Higher Secondary School, Butwal, Nepal

🧪 Research & Technical Expertise:

  • PCR, gene cloning, protein structure prediction

  • Genome assembly, comparative genomics, enzyme kinetics

  • Proficient in laboratory diagnostics: ELISA, HPLC, CLIA, gel electrophoresis

  • Skilled in data analysis, experimental design, and clinical instrumentation

👨‍🏫 Academic & Teaching Experience:

  • 🧫 Laboratory Coordinator (2010–2019)
    Modern Technical College, Lalitpur, Nepal – Trained undergraduate students in clinical lab techniques

  • 🧪 Part-time Biochemistry Instructor (2012–2018)
    Yala Institute of Health Sciences, Nepal

🏥 Professional Laboratory Experience:

  • 🏥 Medical Technologist (2009–2010)
    Sarvanga Hospital & Research Center, Nepal

  • Expertise in biochemistry, parasitology, immunology, and microbiology

📚 Training & Certifications:

  • 🧑‍🏫 Teaching & Learning Methodology – CTEVT Nepal (2016)

  • 📝 Research Writing – NHRC Nepal (2015)

🌿 Fields of Interest:

  • Public health diagnostics

  • Molecular parasitology

  • Applied biomedical sciences

  • Multidisciplinary research collaborations

Publication Top Notes:

  1. Identification and evaluation of CAZyme genes, along with functional characterization of a new GH46 chitosanase from Streptomyces sp. KCCM12257
    International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, Vol. 253, Article 127457, 2023

  2. Complete genome of Nakamurella sp. PAMC28650: Genomic insights into its environmental adaptation and biotechnological potential
    Functional & Integrative Genomics, Vol. 23(1), Article 18, 2023

  3. Genomic insight into O-demethylation of 4-methoxybenzoate by a two-component system from Amycolatopsis magusensis KCCM40447
    Heliyon, Vol. 10(3), 2024

  4. CAZyme analysis and functional characterization of a new GH18 chitin hydrolase from Gelidibacter salicanalis PAMC21136
    Carbohydrate Polymer Technologies and Applications, Vol. 10, Article 100773, 2025

  5. Potential role of serum homocysteine and uric acid level as a predictive marker for preeclampsia
    International Journal, Vol. 5(5), Page 119, 2019

 

Waseem Ahmed Khattak | Plant Physiology | Young Researcher Award

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Mr. Waseem Ahmed Khattak | Plant Physiology | Young Researcher Award

Quaid e Azam University,  Pakistan

Waseem Ahmed Khattak is currently pursuing a Master’s in Plant Sciences at Quaid-I-Azam University, Islamabad. His research focuses on the impact of chitosan-coated urea nanofertilizers on tomato plants. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Botany from the University of Science and Technology Bannu. His academic interests include plant physiology, mycology, and environmental studies.

Profile:

Academic Background:

  • Master of Philosophy (MPhil): Quaid-I-Azam University, Islamabad (2022–2024)

    • Thesis: Impact of Chitosan Coated Urea Nanofertilizers on the Solanum Lycopersicum L. (Tomato): A Biochemical and Morphological Assessment for Enhanced Crop Production

    • Specialization: Plant Physiology and Mycology

    • Courses: Transgenic Research, Mycosymbiosis, Environmental Pollution, Research Writing & Methodology, and more.

  • Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.): University of Science and Technology Bannu (2017–2021)

    • Thesis: Allelopathic Effect of Euphorbia Helioscopia L. Aqueous Seed Extract on Maize and Toxicity of Heavy Metal (HgCl2) on Maize

    • Specialization: Botany

    • Courses: Plant Physiology, Mycology, Genetics, Plant Pathology, Environmental Biology, and more.

Research and Projects:

  • Durshal UST Bannu Startup Incubation

  • Green Urban Development Pakistan (In collaboration with the US Embassy, School of Leadership Foundation, and Institute of Urbanism)

  • Virtual Clinical Internship

Publication Top Notes:

  1. Improving patient care with machine learning: A game-changer for healthcare
    AH Shahid, WA Khattak
    Appl Res Artif Intell Cloud Comp 5 (1), 150-63 (2022)

  2. Ethical considerations and challenges in the deployment of natural language processing systems in healthcare
    WA Khattak, F Rabbi
    International Journal of Applied Health Care Analytics 8 (5), 17-36 (2023)

  3. Enhancing urban health: machine learning applications in environmental management
    I Malik, WA Khattak
    Journal of Sustainable Infrastructure for Cities and Societies 8 (1), 1-21 (2023)

  4. Mitigating heavy metal pollution in agriculture: A multi-omics and nanotechnology approach to safeguard global wheat production
    M Anas, WA Khattak, S Fahad, N Alrawiq, HS Alrawiq, NR Abdelsalam, …
    Journal of Hazardous Materials Advances, 100584 (2024)

  5. Therapeutic potential and agricultural benefits of curcumin: a comprehensive review of health and sustainability applications
    M Anas, A Falak, A Khan, WA Khattak, SG Nisa, Q Aslam, KA Khan, …
    Journal of Umm Al-Qura University for Applied Sciences, 1-16 (2024)

  6. Personalized healthcare in the age of AI: A comprehensive overview of its applications and limitations
    MM Amri, V Kumar, WA Khattak, D Pandey, A Kundu
    International Journal of Intelligent Automation and Computing 4 (1), 20-34 (2021)

  7. Symbiotic Synergy: Unveiling Plant-Microbe Interactions in Stress Adaptation
    M Anas, A Khalid, MH Saleem, K Ali Khan, W Ahmed Khattak, S Fahad
    Journal of Crop Health 77 (1), 1-21 (2025)

  8. Developing Scalable Data Infrastructure for Retail E-Commerce Growth in Emerging East Asian Markets
    A Raza, WA Khattak
    Journal of Human Behavior and Social Science 6 (7), 32-41 (2022)

  9. Microbial Interactions and Bacterial Responses to Metal Stress in Plants: Mechanisms, Adaptations, and Applications for Sustainable Agriculture
    M Anas, A Falak, S Hassan, WA Khattak, MH Saleem, KA Khan, A Khalid, …
    Journal of Crop Health 77 (1), 36 (2025)

  10. Green Synthesis of Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles, Characterization and Its Applications in Inducing Disease Resistance Against Spot Blotch Disease in Wheat by Enhancing Its Resistance
    A Kamal, J Yang, M Batool, U Ara, WA Khattak, D Touhami, RM Aljowaie, …
    Journal of Crop Health 77 (1), 1-12 (2025)

  11. Big Data for Sustainability: A Holistic Approach to Environmental Conservation and Resource Management
    H Ali, WA Khattak
    Journal of Sustainability Studies (2025)

  12. Restoring wheat productivity and nutrient balance under cadmium stress through reducing toxicity, metal uptake, and oxidative damage using selenium nanoparticles
    AJ Abbasi, M Anas, M Elahi, A Khan, WA Khattak, MH Saleem, S Fahad, …
    Journal of Trace Elements in Medicine and Biology 89, 127644 (2025)

  13. BASIC CONCEPT OF CLIMATE CHANGE
    WAK Atika Noor, Aina Nawaz, Adnan Khattak, Muhammad Anas
    IMPACT OF GLOBAL CLIMATE CHANGE ON HUMAN HEALTH 1, 1-16 (2025)

  14. Regulatory Considerations for Biocompatible Light Emitters
    S Arfan, R Saleem, L Irshad, M Anas, W Ahmed Khattak, M Majeed, J Naz, …
    Tailored Light Emitters For Biomedical Applications: Diagnostic, Therapeutic … (2025)

  15. Tailored Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs) for Next-Generation Biomedicine
    M Mobeen, A Oladokoun, M Hussain, I Fatima, J Naz, M Anas, …
    Tailored Light Emitters For Biomedical Applications: Diagnostic, Therapeutic … (2025)

  16. Development of Biofortified Crops through Marker‐Assisted Selection
    MA Ghafar, M Majeed, KZ Maqbool, WA Khattak, UA Khan, A Rafique
    Crop Biofortification: Biotechnological Approaches for Achieving Nutritional … (2025)

  17. Exploration of science of remote sensing and GIS with GEE
    SUD Rahimoon, K Yamamoto, MA Ghafar, MM Anwar, M Majeed, …
    Google Earth Engine and Artificial Intelligence for Earth Observation, 49-76 (2025)

  18. Environmental resilience: navigation of lead and beneficial elements in soil
    S Kousar, D Ahmad, WA Khattak, MM Anwar, M Majeed, GM Shah, …
    Beneficial Elements for Remediation of Heavy Metals in Polluted Soil, 221-240 (2025)

  19. EDTA-enhanced phytoextraction: leveraging Ricinus communis for the decontamination of Pb and Cd in agricultural soils
    M Anas, WA Khattak, W Sarfraz, N Khalid, N Naeem, M Farid, MH Saleem, …
    Plant Growth Regulation, 1-14 (2024)

  20. FOREST DEPLETION AND HEALTH HAZARDS: ASSESSING THE ENVIRONMENTAL AND HUMAN IMPACTS OF TOBACCO CURING PRACTICES IN PUNJAB AND KHYBER PAKHTUNKHWA PAKISTAN
    F Maula, Z Sher, M Asif, WA Khattak
    Voyage Journal of Scientific Research and Exploration 1 (2), 1-13 (2024)

 

Smitha Thomas | Agricultural Microbiology | Best Researcher Award

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Ms. Smitha Thomas | Agricultural Microbiology | Best Researcher Award

Research Scholar at St.Teresas College, Ernakulam,  India

Ms. Smitha Thomas is a dedicated research scholar specializing in Agricultural Microbiology at Mahatma Gandhi University, Kerala. Her research focuses on the role of beneficial microbes in enhancing soil fertility and sustainable crop productivity. With a strong academic background and passion for microbial interactions in agroecosystems, she aims to contribute to environmentally friendly agricultural practices.

Profile:

🎓 Academic Background:

  • Ph.D. (Ongoing) in Botany – Agricultural Microbes, Mahatma Gandhi University, Kerala (Coursework Grade: A – 79.3%)

  • M.Phil. in Botany, St. Teresa’s College, Ernakulam – M.G. University (Grade: A – 84.4%)

  • M.Sc. in Botany, M.G. University, Kerala – 66.14%

  • B.Ed. in Natural Science, M.G. University, Kerala – 67%

  • B.Sc. in Botany, M.G. University, Kerala – 75%

🧪 Research Focus:

  • Application of Plant Growth-Promoting Rhizobacteria (PGPR) in Olericulture

  • Biological Control, Molecular Genetics, Plant Tissue Culture, and Medical Drug Designing

🏆 Academic Recognition & Awards:

  • SET Qualified, 2004

  • DCE Aspire Fellowship for Ph.D. (2022–2023), Govt. of Kerala

  • Outstanding Researcher Award, 1st International Agriculture Conference on Natural vs Organic Farming, Gujarat (Dec 2023)

  • Certificate of Excellence in Reviewing – Journal of Scientific Research and Reports (2024)

🎤 Oral Presentations:

  • PGPR research presentations at:

    • 7th Asian PGPR Conference, Telangana (2022)

    • 36th Kerala Science Congress, Kasaragod (2024)

    • RICERCA 2021 National Conference, Alappuzha

    • National Seminar on Miracle Millets, Ernakulam (2023)

🌱 Professional Experience:

  • Over 10 years of teaching experience (2004–2024) as Lecturer in Botany

🌍 Conferences & Training (2020–2024):

  • Attended and presented in 11 Conferences, 4 Oral Presentations, 47 Webinars/Seminars, and 4 Certified Courses

  • Topics include Biotechnology, Natural Farming, Thesis Writing, Molecular Docking, and AI Tools in Research

  • Notable Participation:

    • International Conference on Decarbonizing Agriculture (2023)

    • National Conference on Ethnic Vegetables, Dr. YSRHU (2023)

🧬 Certifications & Courses:

  • Research and Publication Ethics – St. Thomas College & Calicut University

  • Advanced Molecular Docking – SAFI Institute of Advanced Studies

  • AI Tools in Academia – Assumption College, Kerala

  • International Internship on Bioanalytical Techniques – Sacred Heart College & BSN

📝 Peer Reviewer For:

  • Asian Journal of Advances in Agricultural Research

  • Asian Journal of Soil Science and Plant Nutrition

  • Journal of Scientific Research and Reports

Publication Top Notes:

  • Molecular Identification of Plant Growth-Promoting Rhizobacteria and Their Antiphytopathogenic Compounds by LC-MS TOF Analysis
    Preprint published on March 26, 2025
    DOI: 10.21203/rs.3.rs-6083519/v1
    Contributors: Smitha Thomas, Lizzy Mathew

  • Isolation and Molecular Identification of Phosphate Solubilizing Bacteria, Bacillus licheniformis UBPSB-07 Capable of Enhancing Seed Germination in Vigna radiata L.
    Published in: Phytomorphology (Journal Article)
    Author: Smitha Thomas

 

Sanjay Kumar | Food Safety | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Sanjay Kumar | Food Safety | Best Researcher Award

Principal Scientist at Niagara Bottling, United States

Dr. Sanjay Kumar is a Principal Scientist specializing in food safety and microbiology with over two decades of international research experience. He holds a Ph.D. from ICAR-National Dairy Research Institute, India, with a strong foundation in microbial ecology and antimicrobial interventions. Dr. Kumar’s research centers on the inactivation of foodborne pathogens using novel, GRAS-status antimicrobials, quantitative microbiological risk assessment, and the microbiome of food animals.

Profile:

🎓 Education:

  • Ph.D. in Microbiology, ICAR-National Dairy Research Institute, India (2010)

  • M.S. in Microbiology, Kurukshetra University, India (2001)

  • B.S. in Industrial Microbiology, Kurukshetra University, India (1998)

🔬 Research Interests:

  • Control of foodborne pathogens using GRAS-status antimicrobials

  • Microbial ecology and contamination in food processing systems

  • Risk assessment through omics-based microbial exposure evaluation

💼 Professional Experience:

  • Principal Scientist, Niagara Bottling LLC (2019–Present)
    Leads microbiological R&D, food safety strategy, and regulatory compliance across 40+ plants.

  • Staff Scientist, Poultry Science, University of Georgia (2015–2019)
    Focused on microbiome, food safety interventions, and poultry gut health.

  • Postdoctoral Research Fellow, University of Pennsylvania (2013–2015)
    Investigated antimicrobial resistance and microbiome shifts in dairy cattle.

  • Postdoctoral Fellow, Korea Research Institute of Bioscience & Biotechnology (2012–2013)
    Characterized rumen methanogens and enzymes for methane mitigation.

🧪 Notable Funded Projects (Co-PI):

  • U.S. Soybean Board: Gut health in antibiotic-free broilers

  • Innovation Enzymes: Enzyme supplementation and poultry performance

  • Huvepharma: Probiotics against poultry pathogens

🏆 Awards and Honors:

  • Best Poster Awards (CAES, Center for Food Safety, ASAS)

  • ICAR Senior Research Fellowship

  • DBT Travel Award (BioMicroWorld, Lisbon)

  • Outstanding Teacher Award – Dolphin College, India

Citation Metrics:

  • Total Citations: 3,680

  • Citations Since 2020: 2,237

  • h-index: 29 (26 since 2020)

  • i10-index: 41 (30 since 2020)

Publication Top Notes:

  • Chicken Gut Microbiota: Importance and Detection Technology
    BOWKK Yue Shang, Sanjay Kumar
    Frontiers in Veterinary Sciences, 2018
    📚 Citations: 479

  • Magnesium ammonium phosphate formation, recovery and its application as valuable resources: a review
    YH Liu, S Kumar, JH Kwag, CS Ra
    Journal of Chemical Technology and Biotechnology, 2012
    📚 Citations: 229

  • Probiotics and atopic dermatitis: an overview
    YHP IA Rather, VK Bajpai, S Kumar, J Lim, WK Paek
    Frontiers in Microbiology, 2016
    📚 Citations: 224

  • New aspects and strategies for methane mitigation from ruminants
    S Kumar et al.
    Applied Microbiology and Biotechnology, 2014
    📚 Citations: 205

  • Effect of antibiotic withdrawal in feed on chicken gut microbial dynamics…
    HT S Kumar et al.
    PLoS ONE, 2018
    📚 Citations: 199

  • Factors affecting rumen methanogens and methane mitigation strategies
    S Kumar et al.
    World Journal of Microbiology and Biotechnology, 2009
    📚 Citations: 169

  • Associative patterns among anaerobic fungi, methanogenic archaea and bacteria…
    D Kumar, S., Indugu, N., Vecchiarelli, B., Pitta
    Frontiers in Microbiology, 2015
    📚 Citations: 168

  • Temporal dynamics in the ruminal microbiome of dairy cows during the transition period
    Pitta, Kumar, et al.
    Journal of Animal Science, 2014
    📚 Citations: 155

  • Metagenomic assessment of the functional potential of the rumen microbiome…
    Pitta, Kumar, et al.
    Anaerobe, 2016
    📚 Citations: 133

  • Prevalence and antimicrobial resistance patterns of Salmonella…
    Velasquez, Macklin, Kumar, et al.
    Poultry Science, 2018
    📚 Citations: 118

 

Peter Andrew Windsor | Livestock Health | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Peter Andrew Windsor |  Livestock Health | Best Researcher Award

The University of Sydney, Camden, NSW,  Australia

Professor Peter A. Windsor is a veterinary scientist with over four decades of experience in livestock health, production, and welfare. Currently Professor Emeritus at the Sydney School of Veterinary Science, he is also President of the Sheep, Camelid & Goat SIG of the Australian Veterinary Association. He has worked extensively in pathology, epidemiology, academia, and international livestock consulting. His global contributions include disease risk management, pain mitigation strategies, and improving livelihoods of smallholder farmers across Southeast Asia. With over 300 peer-reviewed publications, he has received numerous honors, including the Fulbright Scholarship and medals from Cambodia and Laos.

Profile:

🎓 Academic & Professional Background:

Prof. Windsor is a distinguished veterinary scientist with a career spanning over four decades, covering diagnostic pathology, applied epidemiology, academia, and international consultancy. A Fulbright Scholar (1980), he holds a PhD (1987) and DVSc (2007), and is the recipient of the AVA/ACVSc Kesteven Medal (2012). He currently leads the Sheep, Camelid & Goat Special Interest Group of the Australian Veterinary Association and has authored over 300 peer-reviewed publications.

🔬 Research & Innovation:

His work focuses on livestock health, production, and welfare, contributing to sustainable farming and One Health approaches.
Key Projects Include:

  • ✅ Enhancing Smallholder Livelihoods in Lao PDR

  • 🐄 Biosecurity for Livestock in Cambodia

  • 🌍 Transboundary Disease Risk Management in SE Asia

  • 🧬 Teaching Curriculum Upgrade in Animal Health (ADB, Laos)

💼 Consultancy & Collaborations:

Prof. Windsor has led or contributed to several ADB and ACIAR projects across Southeast Asia, collaborating with:

  • 🐘 Departments of Livestock in Laos and Cambodia

  • 🌐 World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH)

  • 🐄 FAO of the United Nations

  • 🇪🇸 Universidad de Zaragoza, Spain

📘 Recent Publications & Books:

  • Veterinary Reproduction and Obstetrics (2019)

  • Diseases of Cattle of Australasia (2019)

  • Pain Management in Ruminants (2020)

  • Differential Diagnosis in Sheep (2022)

  • Merino Sheep in Australia (2023)

🧪 Innovations & Patents:

  • Development of Tri-Solfen for pain relief

  • Therapy contributions for Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD)

  • Registered Gudair vaccine for Ovine Johne’s Disease

🌱 Impact & Contributions:

Prof. Windsor has contributed to:

  • 📉 Eradication of FMD in the Philippines

  • 🧫 Understanding animal models of human diseases

  • 🐂 Improving smallholder farming through health and nutrition

📊 Citation Metrics:

  • Total Citations: 8,938

  • Citations Since 2020: 3,261

  • h-index: 52

  • h-index Since 2020: 28

  • i10-index: 185

  • i10-index Since 2020: 115

Publication Top Notes:

  • Perspectives on progression of transboundary disease, one health and ecosystem health management in the Greater Mekong Subregion and beyond
    PA Windsor
    Animal Production Science 64 (11), 2024

  • Use of a local anaesthetic and antiseptic wound formulation for the treatment of lambs naturally infected with Orf virus
    Á Gómez, D Lacasta, MT Tejedor, MR de Arcaute, JJ Ramos, H Ruiz, …
    Veterinary Microbiology 292, 110037, 2024

  • Efficiency of different Orf virus infection routes for the experimental reproduction of contagious ecthyma in lambs
    Á Gómez, M Cuadra, M Ríos, T Tejedor, AR Largo, E Pérez, …
    Journal of Comparative Pathology 210, 54, 2024

  • Comparative study of three different routes of experimental inoculation of the Orf virus
    D Lacasta, M Cuadra, A Gómez, A Ortín, MR de Arcaute, JJ Ramos, …
    Small Ruminant Research 233, 107248, 2024

  • Eficacia de un antiséptico/analgésico local para el tratamiento de corderos con ectima contagioso
    PQ Solano, ÁG Calvo, MTT Hernández, MR de Arcaute Rivero, JJ Ramos, …
    Badajoz Veterinaria, 6-11, 2024

  • Use of a local anaesthetic/antiseptic formulation for the treatment of lambs experimentally infected with Orf virus
    D Lacasta, M Ríos, M Ruiz de Arcaute, A Ortín, JJ Ramos, …
    Animals 13 (18), 2962, 2024

  • Reduced rumen methane eructation in smallholder cattle and buffalo by dietary supplementation with a plant tannins and citral extract
    PA Windsor, J Hill, D Olsson, A Cameron, S Martin
    Preprints 2023, 2023051495, 2023

  • O-171 Evaluation of the effect of a topical wound anaesthesia formulation used for the treatment of contagious ecthyma in lambs infected experimentally
    M Borobia, MR De Arcaute, A Ortín, MT Tejedor, R Reina, H Bertrán, …
    Animal-science proceedings 14 (1), 184, 2023

  • O-172 Evaluation of the effect of a topical anaesthetic/antiseptic formulation for the treatment of contagious ecthyma in lambs on the concentration of serum amyloid A
    A Ortín, S Villanueva-Saz, M Ríos, A Fernández, MT Tejedor, …
    Animal-science proceedings 14 (1), 184-185, 2023

  • O-168 Livestock analgesia for improved welfare: An update
    P Windsor
    Animal-science proceedings 14 (1), 181-182, 2023

  • O-134 Efficiency of different infection routes for the experimental reproduction of contagious ecthyma in lambs
    M Cuadra, A Calvo, T Tejedor, A Rodríguez-Largo, E Pérez, P Windsor, …
    Animal-science proceedings 14 (1), 156, 2023

  • O-173 Rethinking use of topical anaesthesia for improved livestock welfare
    P Windsor
    Animal-science proceedings 14 (1), 185-186, 2023

  • RT-08 Veterinary services for small ruminants in SE Asia
    P Windsor
    Animal-science proceedings 14 (1), 51-52, 2023

  • PL-2 History of the Merino in Australia
    P Windsor
    Animal-science proceedings 14 (1), 2-3, 2023

  • Multiple benefits of molasses nutrient blocks for cattle: helping the fight against climate change
    P Windsor
    Research Outreach, 66-69, 2023

  • Provision of high-quality molasses blocks to improve productivity and address greenhouse gas emissions from smallholder cattle and buffalo: studies from Lao PDR
    PA Windsor, J Hill
    Animals 12 (23), 3319, 2023

  • Role of topical anaesthesia in pain management of farm animals, a changing paradigm
    PA Windsor
    Animals 12 (18), 2459, 2022

  • Method of Disease Control
    CR Olsson, M Sheil, A Giffard, P Windsor
    US Patent App. 17/613,771, 2022

  • Changes in farmer animal health and biosecurity knowledge, attitudes and practices: Insights from Cambodia and Laos
    I MacPhillamy, L Olmo, J Young, S Nampanya, S Suon, S Khounsy, …
    Transboundary and Emerging Diseases 69 (4), e517-e531, 2022

  • Contributions of village animal health workers to foot-and-mouth disease control in Cambodia
    S Sieng, IW Patrick, PA Windsor, SW Walkden‐Brown, J Kerr, S Sen, …
    Transboundary and Emerging Diseases 69 (4), e406-e422, 2022

 

Mohammad Reza Pahlavan Rad | Soil Science | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Mohammad Reza Pahlavan Rad | Soil Science | Best Researcher Award

Agricultural Research Education And Extension Organization (AREEO), Iran

Dr. Mohammad Reza Pahlavan-Rad is an Associate Professor at the Soil and Water Research Department of AREEO, Gorgan, Iran. He holds a Ph.D. in Soil Science from Gorgan University of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources, with a specialization in digital soil mapping, soil salinity, and machine learning applications in soil science.

Profile:

🎓 Education:

  • Ph.D. in Soil Science, Gorgan University of Agricultural Sciences & Natural Resources (2014)
    Thesis: Mapping and Updating Soil Map Using Random Forest and Multinomial Logistic Regression

  • M.S. in Soil Science, Gorgan University of Agricultural Sciences & Natural Resources (2006)
    Thesis: Effects of Irrigation Systems on Soil Moisture, Salinity, and Nutrient Uptake in Wheat

  • B.S. in Soil Science, Guilan University (1998)

👨‍🏫 Academic Positions:

  • Associate Professor, Dept. of Soil Science (2023–Present)

  • Assistant Professor, Dept. of Soil Science (2014–2023)

🔬 Research Focus:

Dr. Pahlavan-Rad’s work specializes in digital soil mapping, soil salinity modeling, soil texture and organic carbon prediction, and application of machine learning (e.g., Random Forest, MLR) in soil science. His regional expertise includes arid and floodplain landscapes in Iran and collaborative research in Europe, particularly the Czech Republic.

Citation Metrics:

  • Total Citations: 1,132

  • Citations Since 2020: 833

  • h-index: 13 (since 2020: 12)

  • i10-index: 15 (since 2020: 14)

Publication Top Notes:

  • Updating Soil Survey Maps Using Random Forest and Conditioned Latin Hypercube Sampling in the Loess Derived Soils of Northern Iran
    Geoderma, 232, 97–106. (2014)

  • Development and Analysis of the Soil Water Infiltration Global Database
    Earth System Science Data, 10(3), 1237–1263. (2018)

  • Response of Wheat Plants to Zinc, Iron, and Manganese Applications and Uptake and Concentration of Zinc, Iron, and Manganese in Wheat Grains
    Communications in Soil Science and Plant Analysis, 40(7–8), 1322–1332. (2009)

  • Spatial Variability of Soil Texture Fractions and pH in a Flood Plain (Case Study from Eastern Iran)
    Catena, 160, 275–281. (2018)

  • Application of Artificial Neural Networks to Predict the Final Fruit Weight and Random Forest to Select Important Variables in Native Population of Melon (Cucumis melo L.)
    Scientia Horticulturae, 181, 108–112. (2015)

  • Prediction of Soil Water Infiltration Using Multiple Linear Regression and Random Forest in a Dry Flood Plain, Eastern Iran
    Catena, 194, 104715. (2020)

  • Legacy Soil Maps as a Covariate in Digital Soil Mapping: A Case Study from Northern Iran
    Geoderma, 279, 141–148. (2016)

  • Predicting Regional Spatial Distribution of Soil Texture in Floodplains Using Remote Sensing Data: A Case of Southeastern Iran
    Catena, 182, 104149. (2019)

  • Predicting Soil Organic Carbon Concentrations in a Low Relief Landscape, Eastern Iran
    Geoderma Regional, 15, e00195. (2018)

  • Digital Soil Mapping of Deltaic Soils: A Case of Study from Hirmand (Helmand) River Delta
    Geoderma, 313, 233–240. (2018)

  • Effects of Potassium Rates and Irrigation Regimes on Yield of Forage Sorghum in Arid Regions
    International Journal of Agronomy and Agricultural Research, 6(4), 207–212. (2015)

  • Digital Soil Mapping Using Random Forest Model in Golestan Province
    Journal of Water and Soil Conservation, 21(6), 73–93. (2015)

  • Prediction of Soil Properties Using Random Forest with Sparse Data in a Semi-Active Volcanic Mountain
    Eurasian Soil Science, 53(9), 1222–1233. (2020)

  • Effects of Application of Zn, Fe and Mn on Yield, Yield Component, Nutrient Concentration and Uptake in Wheat Grain
    Pajouhesh & Sazandegi, 79, 142–150. (2008)

  • Nutrient Uptake, Soil and Plant Nutrient Contents, and Yield Components of Wheat Plants Under Different Planting Systems and Various Irrigation Frequencies
    Journal of Plant Nutrition, 34(8), 1133–1143. (2011)

  • Application of Generalized Additive Model and Classification and Regression Tree to Estimate Potential Habitat Distribution of Range Plant Species (Case Study: Khazri …)
    Iranian Journal of Range and Desert Research, 27(3), 561–576. (2020)

  • Application of Random Forest Method for Predicting Soil Classes in Low Relief Lands (Case Study: Hirmand County)
    Journal of Water and Soil Conservation, 24(1), 67–84. (2017)

  • Spatial Prediction of WRB Soil Classes in an Arid Floodplain Using Multinomial Logistic Regression and Random Forest Models, South-East of Iran
    Arabian Journal of Geosciences, 13, 1–11. (2020)

  • Digital Soil Mapping of Soil Classes in Floodplain and Low Relief Lands (Case Study: Hirmand County)
    Journal of Water and Soil Resources Conservation, 9(4), 107–120. (2020)

  • Digital Soil Mapping Using Machine Learning-Based Methods to Predict Soil Organic Carbon in Two Different Districts in the Czech Republic
    Soil & Water Research, 19(1). (2024)

  • Predicting Spatial Variability of Soil Salinity and Clay Content Using Geostatistics and Artificial Neural Networks Methods (Short Technical Report)
    Journal of Soil Management and Sustainable Production, 6(1), 247–254. (2016)

  • Responses of Wheat Plants in Terms of Soil Water Content, Bulk Density, Salinity, and Root Growth Under Different Planting Systems and Various Irrigation Frequencies
    Journal of Plant Nutrition, 33(6), 874–888. (2010)

  • Digital Modeling of Surface and Subsurface Soil Salinity in Golestan Province, Iran
    Geoderma Regional, 37, e00800. (2024)

  • Modeling Wheat Yield Using Some Soil Properties at the Field Scale (Case Study: Sistan Dam Research Farm, University of Zabol)
    Agricultural Engineering, 44(1), 81–95. (2021)

  • Preparation of Three-Dimensional Maps of Soil Particle Size Fractions by Combining Quantile Regression Forest Algorithm and Spline Depth Function in Golestan Province
    Iranian Journal of Soil and Water Research, 55(1), 51–68. (2024)

 

zongzheng zou | Molecular Biology | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. zongzheng zou | Molecular Biology | Best Researcher Award

Capital Medical University,  China

Mr. Zou Zongzheng, born in Hubei in 1998, is a promising young researcher in the field of ophthalmology. He earned his M.S. in Ophthalmology from Shandong First Medical University and his B.S. in Optometry from Hubei University of Science and Technology. His research focuses on ocular diseases, particularly meibomian gland dysfunction and herpes simplex virus keratitis. He has published in leading journals such as Biomedicine & Pharmacotherapy, including both original studies and review articles.

Profile:

🎓 Education:

  • 🎓 Master of Science in Ophthalmology – Shandong First Medical University, Jinan

  • 🎓 Bachelor of Science in Optometry – Hubei University of Science and Technology, Xianning

🏅 Awards & Honors:

  • 🏆 National Scholarship for Graduate Students (2022)

  • 🎖️ Second-Class Postgraduate Scholarship (2021)

  • 🌟 Excellent School Communist Youth League Member (2022)

🔬 Research Experience:

  • 🔍 Participated in NSFC Youth Program project (82301182) focusing on MANF’s role in nerve repair via modulation of NETs

  • 🧪 Led animal experiments and molecular biology analyses

  • 💡 Master’s research on astrocyte-derived MANF in herpes simplex keratitis, exploring NETs inhibition and immune modulation—currently submitted to Advanced Science

  • 📝 Reviewer for the Journal of Ethnopharmacology

📌 Research Interests:

  • 👁️ Ophthalmology & Meibomian Gland Dysfunction

  • 🧠 Neuroinflammation & Immune Regulation

  • 🦠 Neutrophil Extracellular Traps (NETs) in Ocular Diseases

Publication:

  • Loss of TRPM8 Exacerbate Herpes Simplex Keratitis Infection in Mice by Promoting the Infiltration of CD11b+ Ly6G+ Cells and Increasing the Viral Load in the Cornea