Syamlal Sasi | Sustainable Agriculture | Research Excellence Award 

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Mr. Syamlal Sasi | Sustainable Agriculture | Research Excellence Award 

PhD Student | Australian National University | Australia

Syamlal Sasi is a researcher and technology innovator specializing in aquaculture, agri-tech solutions, plasma technology, IoT-integrated farming systems, and sustainable agriculture, widely recognized for advancing modern farming practices through science-driven innovations. His research focus centers on applying cold atmospheric plasma for agricultural and aquaculture enhancement, hydroponic productivity improvement, and resource-efficient cultivation, alongside emerging interests in space-agriculture, nutrient-enriched water generation using extraterrestrial regolith, nano/micro-bubble systems, and plasma–plant metabolite synergy. Over the years, he has contributed significantly to the integration of advanced engineering with crop and aquaculture ecosystems, exploring next-generation farming tools aimed at scalability and climate resilience. Professionally, he has served in impactful leadership and R&D roles, including Director of Business and Product Research at BudMore PTY Ltd., Canberra, Australia, where he leads technology development for smart-farming platforms and commercial agri-solutions, and previously as CEO at Sygul Technologies Pvt. Ltd., Kochi, India, guiding product innovation and agricultural technology deployment. Earlier, he contributed in data and business technology domains at Cognizant, India, building a foundation for data-driven agri-intelligence systems that later shaped his research initiatives. His key contributions include the development of plasma-assisted aquaponics and hydroponics systems, research demonstrating enhanced plant growth on simulated Martian regolith through water chemistry optimization, and investigations into RONS-enhanced nutrient delivery using plasma-enabled irrigation, which have opened new perspectives in extraterrestrial farming possibilities. He has also explored antimicrobial enhancement through plasma-secondary metabolite interactions, presenting new pathways for reducing chemical usage in crop disease management. His work has produced influential publications across journals such as Chemical Engineering Journal Advances, International Journal of Molecular Sciences, Molecules, and Trends in Biotechnology, collectively strengthening scientific understanding of plasma-for-agriculture interfaces. Several of his studies contribute directly to circular bio-production and food security models, positioning his work as a foundation for future agri-technology transitions. Through his role in research and startup technology development, Syamlal has contributed to smart-farming digitization, remote monitoring systems, and AI-based aquaculture productivity enhancement, supported by grants including the Productization Grant 2022–23 (Kerala Startup Mission) and the Smart Farming to Improve Aquaculture Productivity RKVY-RAFTAAR Grant. His continued mission is to bridge agricultural science with scalable technology, fostering sustainable aquaculture systems, low-resource food production, and climate-adaptive cultivation solutions. With a strong commitment to innovation-driven agriculture, he envisions transforming farming into a tech-empowered, environmentally harmonious sector, enabling farmers to enhance yield with reduced input cost, expanding productivity through precision management tools, and exploring space-based cultivation for future food security. His work ultimately strives to the impact global agriculture by integrating plasma science, IoT frameworks, and smart agro-industries, shaping a future where technology amplifies natural growth potential while securing food sustainability for earth and beyond.

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Featured Publications 

1. Sasi, S., Prakash, P., Poiré, R., Hu, T., Weerasinghe, J., Levchenko, I., Prasad, K., & Alexander, K. (2025). Can cold atmospheric plasma make water enriched with minerals from Martian or Lunar regolith more suitable for hydroponic plant growth? Chemical Engineering Journal Advances, 100904. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ceja.2025.100904

2. Sasi, S., Prakash, P., Hayden, S., Dooley, D., Poiré, R., Hu, T., Weerasinghe, J., Levchenko, I., Prasad, K., & Alexander, K. (2025). Enhanced plant growth on simulated Martian regolith via water chemistry optimisation: The role of RONS and nano/micro-bubbles. International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 26, 78318. https://doi.org/10.3390/ijms26178318

3. Prasad, K., Sasi, S., Weerasinghe, J., Levchenko, I., & Bazaka, K. (2023). Enhanced antimicrobial activity through synergistic effects of cold atmospheric plasma and plant secondary metabolites: Opportunities and challenges. Molecules, 28, 27481. https://doi.org/10.3390/molecules28227481

4. Sasi, S., Prasad, K., Weerasinghe, J., Bazaka, O., Ivanova, E. P., Levchenko, I., & Bazaka, K. (2023). Plasma for aquaponics. Trends in Biotechnology, 41(1), 54–69. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tibtech.2022.08.001

Happy Edwards Uwayesu | Agri Waste Management | Young Scientist Award

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Mr. Happy Edwards Uwayesu | Agri Waste Management | Young Scientist Award

Student | Suzhou university of science and technology | China

Happy Edwards Uwayesu is a dedicated researcher specializing in environmental depletion, recovery and protection, with a strong focus on Environmental and Development Economics as applied to emerging ecological challenges in developing regions. His research primarily investigates natural resource depletion, climate-change drivers such as deforestation, and the socio-economic dimensions of environmental degradation, while his emerging interests explore sustainable policy solutions, watershed protection, and ecological risk assessment across fragile ecosystems. Uwayesu has contributed academically through his role at Suzhou University of Science and Technology, where he engages in analytical and field-based environmental studies related to waste management, aquatic ecosystem protection, and sustainable policy design. His key contributions include landmark analyses such as The Bases for Regional Growth: A Review, which examines agricultural and applied economics in developing areas, and innovative studies on urban transportation impacts such as assessing the environmental role of bodaboda systems in Uganda and proposing policy structures for more sustainable mobility. He has advanced scientific understanding of aquatic ecosystem deterioration through investigations into biomass arrangements at Nakiwogo Landing Site and their influence on fish habitats and lake vibrational patterns, while his evaluation of ASM1 parameters using large-scale wastewater treatment plant data has expanded methodological insight for wastewater modelling in subtropical climates. Additional contributions include influential datasets and publications on resource depletion, climate change from deforestation in Tanzania, and environmental risk assessments around sensitive natural resource zones in Southern Nigeria and Uganda, reflecting a commitment to accessible, data-driven environmental knowledge. His collaborative works also extend to comparative studies of hydropower, fossil fuel systems, and other energy sources in relation to their environmental impacts, offering new perspectives for sustainable energy transitions. Beyond individual research outputs, Uwayesu’s work frequently intersects with policy relevance, offering frameworks for improved environmental stewardship, reduction of project delays linked to ecological mismanagement, and strategies for enhancing the resilience of local communities reliant on natural resources. His vision centers on fostering a scientifically informed, economically balanced, and socially responsible approach to conservation, aiming to support governments, industry actors, and communities in adopting sustainable practices that mitigate environmental degradation while enabling long-term development. Through his contributions, he seeks to strengthen global understanding of environmental decline and advocate for innovative, scalable solutions that protect ecosystems, advance climate resilience, and promote sustainable growth in vulnerable regions.

Profile: Google Scholar | ORCID

Featured Publications

1. Uwayesu, H. E., & Clark, E. (2025). The bases for regional growth: A review. Agricultural and Applied Economics Association.

2. Uwayesu, H., Huang, Z., & Zhou, H. (2025). Environment role of bodaboda and the Environment: Policy management and solutions to make boda boda system in Uganda a home place to stay. Environment Role of Bodaboda and Policy Management.

3. Uwayesu, H. E., Baguma, G., & Zhou, H. (2025). The effect of biomass arrangement on Nakiwogo Landing Site: Effect on fish and other habitat on Lake Victoria Congugated CN vibrations.

4. Uwayesu, H. E., & Zhou, H. (2025). Evaluation of ASM1 parameters using large-scale WWTP monitoring data from a subtropical climate in Entebbe. SSRN. https://doi.org/10.2139/ssrn.5172361

5. Uwayesu, H. (2025). Why projects in Uganda delay to the extent of affecting other projects in progress. Figshare. https://doi.org/10.6084/m9.figshare.28511768