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

 

Prerna Sharma | Plants | Best Researcher Award

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Dr.  Prerna Sharma | Plants | Best Researcher Award

Professor at Sardar Vallabh Bhai Patel University of Agriculture and Technology, Meerut,  India

Dr. Prerna Sharma is a distinguished Professor in the Department of Basic Science at Sardar Vallabh Bhai Patel University of Agriculture and Technology, Meerut (U.P.), India. With over 27 years of teaching and research experience, she has made significant contributions to the fields of Approximation Theory, Operator Theory, Bio-mathematics, Numerical Methods, Operational Research, and Engineering Mathematics. Dr. Sharma holds a Ph.D. in Approximation Theory (2004), and her academic journey also includes an M.Sc. (Mathematics) with University Topper honors, a B.Sc. in PCM (First Division), and an M.Tech. in Information Technology. She has served as the Head of the Department for more than 12 years, demonstrating exceptional leadership and administrative skills.

Profile:

Academic Qualifications:

  • Ph.D. in Approximation Theory, 2004

  • M.Sc. (Mathematics), First Division, University Topper

  • B.Sc. (PCM), First Division

  • M.Tech. (Information Technology)

Teaching & Administrative Experience:

With over 27 years of experience in teaching and research, Dr. Prerna Sharma currently serves as a Professor of Mathematics. She has also held the position of Head of the Department for over 12 years, demonstrating significant leadership and academic management.

Research Areas:

  • Approximation and Operator Theory

  • Bio-mathematics

  • Numerical Methods

  • Operational Research

  • Engineering Mathematics

Research Contributions:

  • Research Papers: 50

  • Books: 7

  • Book Chapters: 14

  • Conference Proceedings: 34

  • FDP/Workshops Attended: 30

  • Conference/FDP/Workshops Organized: 10 (as Convener and Organizing Secretary)

  • Guest Lectures/Invited Talks: 16

Research Projects:

Dr. Sharma received a major research project from the National Board of Higher Mathematics (Gov. of India), lasting for three years.

Citations:

  • Total Citations: 454

  • Citations Since 2020: 239

  • h-index: 11 (Overall), 9 (Since 2020)

  • i10-index: 12 (Overall), 8 (Since 2020)

Publication Top Notes:

  • Bézier variant of a new Durrmeyer type operators
    V Gupta, P Maheshwari, Rivista di Matematica della Universita di Parma 7, 9-21 (2003)
    Citations: 56

  • Approximation by q Baskakov-Beta-Stancu operators
    P Maheshwari, D Sharma, Rendiconti del Circolo Matematico di Palermo 61, 297-305 (2012)
    Citations: 27

  • On modified Srivastava-Gupta operators
    P Maheshwari, Filomat 29 (6), 1173-1177 (2015)
    Citations: 25

  • On Baskakov-Szasz type operators
    V Gupta, P Maheshwari, Kyungpook Mathematical Journal 43 (3), 315-325 (2003)
    Citations: 25

  • A supply chain management for chemical industry for deteriorating items with warehouses using genetic algorithm
    AS Yadav, P Sharma, A Swami, G Pandey, Selforganizology 5 (1-2), 1-9 (2018)
    Citations: 24

  • Proteomic analysis of outer membrane proteins of Edwardsiella tarda
    G Kumar, P Sharma, G Rathore, D Bisht, U Sengupta, Journal of Applied Microbiology 108 (6), 2214-2221 (2010)
    Citations: 23

  • Development of multiple linear regression model for biochemical oxygen demand (BOD) removal efficiency of different sewage treatment technologies in Delhi, India
    P Sharma, S Sood, SK Mishra, Sustainable Water Resources Management 6, 1-13 (2020)
    Citations: 22

  • Analysis of genetic algorithm and particle swarm optimization for warehouse with supply chain management in inventory control
    AS Yadav, P Maheshwari, A Swami, International Journal of Computer Applications 145 (5), 10-17 (2016)
    Citations: 20

  • Analysis of six stages supply chain management in inventory optimization for warehouse with artificial bee colony algorithm using genetic algorithm
    AS Yadav, P Maheshwari, A Swami, A Garg, Selforganizology 4 (3), 41-51 (2017)
    Citations: 19

  • Soft computing optimization of two warehouse inventory model with genetic algorithm
    AS Yadav, P Maheshwari, A Swami, G Kher, Asian Journal of Mathematics and Computer Research 19 (4), 214-223 (2017)
    Citations: 16

  • Modelling and analysis of supply chain management for deteriorating items with genetic algorithm and PSO
    AS Yadav, P Maheshwari Sharma, A Garg, A Swami, G Kher, International Journal of Applied and Innovative Engineering and Management 6 (6), 86-107 (2017)
    Citations: 15

  • Approximation with certain Post-Widder operators
    V Gupta, P Maheshwari, Publications De L’institut Mathematique 105 (119), 131-136 (2019)
    Citations: 10

  • Design of ciprofloxacin impregnated dietary fiber psyllium-moringa gum-alginate network hydrogels via green approach for use in gastro-retentive drug delivery system
    B Singh, V Sharma, M Mohan, P Sharma, K Ram, Bioactive Carbohydrates and Dietary Fibre 29, 100345 (2023)
    Citations: 9

  • Spatial growth and instability analysis of area, production and yield of sugarcane in India
    JK B. Singh, P. Sharma, P. Arya, C.K. Singh, Economic Affairs 66 (2), 245-252 (2021)
    Citations: 9

  • A comparative study of sewerage treatment plants with different technologies in the vicinity of Chandigarh City
    P Sharma, RK Khitoliya, S Kumar, IOSR Journal of Environmental Science, Toxicology and Food Technology 5, 113-121 (2013)
    Citations: 9

  • An inverse result in simultaneous approximation by modified Beta operators
    P Maheshwari, Georgian Mathematics Journal 13 (2), 297-306 (2006)
    Citations: 9

  • Development of dietary fibers moringa-sterculia gum hydrogel for drug delivery applications
    B Singh, V Sharma, A Kumar, M Mohan, R Kumar, A Kumari, P Sharma, Food Hydrocolloids for Health 2, 100095 (2022)
    Citations: 8

  • Smart Bike Security System
    N Kumar, J Aggarwal, C Sachdeva, P Sharma, M Gaur, International Journal of Education and Science Research Review 2 (2), 28-32 (2015)
    Citations: 8

  • Saturation theorem for the combinations of modified beta operators in Lp-spaces
    P Maheshwari, Applied Mathematics E-Notes 7 (2007), 32-37 (2007)
    Citations: 8

  • Approximation properties of certain q-genuine Szasz operators
    P Maheshwari, Complex Analysis and Operator Theory 12 (7), 27-36 (2018)
    Citations: 7

 

 

Jinli Gong | Horticulture | Women Researcher Award

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Dr. Jinli Gong | Horticulture | Women Researcher Award

Assistant Professor at Zhejiang Agriculture and Forestry University, China

Dr. Jinli Gong is a specialist in pomology, with a research focus on postharvest biology and the mechanisms of environmental signals regulating fruit coloration and ripening. She completed her Ph.D. at Huazhong Agricultural University and was a visiting researcher at Durham University, UK, in cell biology. Dr. Gong has led four research projects, published 21 peer-reviewed papers (SCI/Scopus), and holds three patents. Her notable contributions include the discovery of red and blue light-responsive mechanisms in citrus and the development of advanced techniques for studying plastid protein complexes.

Profile:

🎓 Education & Training:

  • Ph.D. in Pomology, Huazhong Agricultural University (2015–2021)

  • Research Exchange, Cell Biology, Durham University, UK (2019–2020)

🔬 Research Focus:

  • 🍊 Postharvest biology of horticultural fruits

  • 🌈 Environmental signal mechanisms in fruit coloration and ripening

🧪 Research Highlights & Innovations:

  • Identified red light-responsive proteins influencing citrus fruit coloration.

  • Developed advanced plastid isolation and visualization techniques in citrus.

  • Established real-time dynamic organelle imaging in citrus roots and fruits.

📊 Research Output:

  • 📄 21 Publications (SCI, Scopus)

  • 🔍 4 Research Projects

  • 🤝 6 Industry Consultancies

  • 🔏 3 Patents

  • 🔁 Reviewer: Journal of Experimental Botany, New Phytologist, Horticulture Research

  • 📈 Citations: ResearchGate Profile

Publication Top Notes:

  1. Autophagy positively regulates ethylene-induced colouration in citrus fruits
    Guo Y., Gong J., Cheng Y., Wang P.
    Plant Journal, 2025.

  2. Advances in the Relationship Between Cell Wall Metabolism and Physiological Diseases of Citrus Peel
    Zhang S., Zheng S., Wang X., Sun X., Gong J.
    (2025, Source details not available).

  3. Red and blue light promote tomato fruit coloration through modulation of hormone homeostasis and pigment accumulation
    Xu Y., You C., Xu C., Zhang C., Hu X., Li X., Ma H., Gong J., Sun X.
    Postharvest Biology and Technology, 2024.

  4. Tracking organelle activities through efficient and stable root genetic transformation system in woody plants
    Gong J., Chen Y., Xu Y., Gu M., Ma H., Hu X., Li X., Jiao C., Sun X.
    Horticulture Research, 2024.

  5. Combining BN-PAGE and microscopy techniques to investigate pigment-protein complexes and plastid transitions in citrus fruit
    Gong J., Zhang H., Zeng Y., Cheng Y., Sun X., Wang P.
    Plant Methods, 2022.

  6. Red light-induced kumquat fruit coloration is attributable to increased carotenoid metabolism regulated by FcrNAC22
    Gong J., Zeng Y., Meng Q., Guan Y., Li C., Yang H., Zhang Y., Ampomah-Dwamena C., Liu P., Chen C., Deng X., Cheng Y., Wang P.
    Journal of Experimental Botany, 2021.

  7. Differential regulation of red light- and ethephon-induced degreening in postharvest kumquat fruit
    Gong J., Yang H., Xu Y., Zeng Y., Liu P., Chen C., Wang P., Sun X.
    Postharvest Biology and Technology, 2023.

  8. Illuminating the cells: transient transformation of citrus to study gene functions and organelle activities related to fruit quality
    Gong J., Tian Z., Qu X., Meng Q., Guan Y., Liu P., Chen C., Deng X., Guo W., Cheng Y., Wang P.
    Horticulture Research, 2021.

  9. Transient expression assay and microscopic observation in kumquat fruit
    Gong J., Sun X.
    Bio-Protocol, 2024.

  10. Cytological and metabolomic analysis of Citrus fruit to elucidate puffing disorder
    Wang T., Zheng S., Ke F., Zhang S., Xiao J., Sun X., Zhang S., Zhang L., Gong J.
    Food Chemistry, 2024.

  11. Regulation of chlorophyll and carotenoid metabolism in citrus fruit
    Lu Y., Shen X., Li Y., Xu Y., Chen Y., Hu X., Li X., Sun X., Gong J.
    Horticultural Plant Journal, 2024.

  12. Diversity in plastids contributes to variation in fruit color
    Gong J., Li Y., Shen X., Xu Y., Hu X., Shen D., Chen C., Sun X.
    Scientia Horticulturae, 2024.

 

Geoffrey Hammond | Agricultural Biotechnology | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Geoffrey Hammond | Agricultural Biotechnology | Best Researcher Award

Professor Emeritus at University of Bath, United Kingdom

Prof. Geoffrey P. Hammond is Professor Emeritus at the University of Bath and the founding Director of the Institute for Sustainable Energy & the Environment (I•SEE). A mechanical engineer with a rich interdisciplinary background in environmental protection and business management, his career spans decades of impactful research and leadership.

Profile:

🎓 Academic Background & Career:

Professor Geoffrey Hammond is Professor Emeritus of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Bath** and founding Director of the Institute for Sustainable Energy & the Environment (I•SEE). He began his academic journey after early engineering work in the UK refrigeration industry and teaching in Uganda under Voluntary Services Overseas.

🔬 Research Interests & Contributions:

Prof. Hammond’s work spans technology assessment of energy systems, industrial decarbonisation, and low-carbon transition pathways. His multidisciplinary approach blends thermodynamics, environmental footprinting, and life-cycle assessment.
He co-originated the widely-used Inventory of Carbon and Energy (ICE) and has published extensively on sustainable energy.

📚 Honors & Awards:

He is the recipient of multiple prestigious awards, including:
🏅 Dufton Silver Medal (1984)
🏅 George Stephenson Prize (2009)
🏅 James Watt Medal (2015 & 2021)
🏅 Baker Medal (2019 & 2023)
In 2019, he was awarded a Doctor of Science (DSc) for his significant contributions to sustainable energy and the environment.

🌍 Policy & Advisory Roles:

Prof. Hammond has advised UK Government departments such as BEIS, Defra, and the Climate Change Committee. He has contributed internationally through consulting in Sri Lanka and Taiwan, and served on various regional environmental and climate action boards in the UK.

📝 Editorial & Academic Leadership:

He is Editor-in-Chief of the ICE journal “Energy” and serves on editorial boards for several energy and environment journals. He was also appointed Output Assessor on Energy and Sustainability for the UK Research Excellence Framework (REF 2014).

📣 Keynote Engagements:

He has delivered keynote addresses at high-profile international conferences, including the opening keynote at ICAE2018 in Hong Kong.

📊 Citation Metrics:

  • Total Citations: 9,535

  • Citations since 2020: 3,784

  • h-index: 51

  • h-index since 2020: 32

  • i10-index: 104

  • i10-index since 2020: 67

Publication Top Notes:

  • Embodied energy and carbon in construction materials
    G.P. Hammond, C.I. Jones
    Proceedings of the Institution of Civil Engineers – Energy, 161(2), 87–98
    2008 — Citations: 1371

  • Developing transition pathways for a low carbon electricity system in the UK
    T.J. Foxon, G.P. Hammond, P.J.G. Pearson
    Technological Forecasting and Social Change, 77(8), 1203–1213
    2010 — Citations: 483

  • Development of design for remanufacturing guidelines to support sustainable manufacturing
    W.L. Ijomah, C.A. McMahon, G.P. Hammond, S.T. Newman
    Robotics and Computer-Integrated Manufacturing, 23(6), 712–719
    2007 — Citations: 453

  • Embodied carbon
    G. Hammond, C. Jones, E.F. Lowrie, P. Tse
    The Inventory of Carbon and Energy (ICE), Version 2.0, 16
    2011 — Citations: 390

  • Exergy analysis of the United Kingdom energy system
    G.P. Hammond, A.J. Stapleton
    Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part A: Journal of Power and Energy
    2001 — Citations: 352

  • Improved data correlations for buoyancy-driven convection in rooms
    F. Alamdari, G.P. Hammond
    Building Services Engineering Research and Technology, 4(3), 106–112
    1983 — Citations: 281

  • Time to give due weight to the ‘carbon footprint’ issue
    G. Hammond
    Nature, 445(7125), 256
    2007 — Citations: 226

  • Techno-economic appraisal of fossil-fuelled power generation systems with carbon dioxide capture and storage
    G.P. Hammond, S.S.O. Akwe, S. Williams
    Energy, 36(2), 975–984
    2011 — Citations: 224

  • Environmental life cycle assessment of lignocellulosic conversion to ethanol: a review
    A.L. Borrion, M.C. McManus, G.P. Hammond
    Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, 16(7), 4638–4650
    2012 — Citations: 223

  • Sustainability and the built environment at and beyond the city scale
    M.R.C. Doughty, G.P. Hammond
    Building and Environment, 39(10), 1223–1233
    2004 — Citations: 187

 

Supriya Ambawat | Agricultural Biotechnology | Women Researcher Award

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Dr Supriya Ambawat |  Agricultural Biotechnology | Women Researcher Award

Assistant Professor at Agriculture University, Jodhpur, India

Dr. Supriya is an Assistant Professor specializing in Plant Biotechnology at the PC Unit, ICAR-AICRP on Pearl Millet, Agriculture University, Jodhpur, India. Her research focuses on crop improvement, genetic enhancement, and biotechnology applications in pearl millet. Passionate about advancing sustainable agricultural practices, she actively contributes to research initiatives aimed at enhancing millet productivity and resilience.

Profile:

🎓 Academic Background:

  • Ph.D. (2010) – CCS HAU, Hisar (Research at ICRISAT, Hyderabad)

    • Genetic diversity analysis & QTL mapping in pearl millet using DArT

  • M.Sc. (2006) – CCS HAU, Hisar

    • Biotechnology & Molecular Biology (Isolation of drought-related MYB transcription factor gene from Brassica carinata)

  • B.Sc. (2004) – Kurukshetra University

🏆 Awards & Recognitions:

  • SPR-Springer Young Scientist Award (2024) – Society for Plant Research

  • Excellence Research Fellow Award (2021) – APSR, Plantica Foundation

  • Young Scientist Award (2020) – International Conference on GNRSA

  • Outstanding Woman in Agricultural Sciences (2019) – Venus International Foundation

  • Emerging Scientist Award (2018) – Society for Science and Nature

  • Multiple Best Oral & Poster Presentation Awards at national & international conferences

🔬 Research Focus:

  • Plant Biotechnology & Molecular Biology

  • Genetic Diversity & QTL Mapping in Pearl Millet

  • Drought Tolerance Mechanisms in Plants

🏅 Notable Contributions:

  • Established a Common Facility Lab at PC Unit, Jodhpur

  • Principal Investigator (PI) for multiple research initiatives in plant biotechnology

  • Recognized for contributions to moisture conservation & yield improvement in pearl millet

Citations:

Citations: 2,120 (since 2020: 1,422)
h-index: 16 (since 2020: 14)
i10-index: 23 (since 2020: 19)

Publication Top Notes:

  • MYB Transcription Factor Genes as Regulators for Plant Responses: An Overview

  • Pearl Millet: A Climate-Resilient Nutricereal for Mitigating Hidden Hunger and Providing Nutritional Security

  • Pearl Millet [Pennisetum glaucum (L.) R. Br.] Consensus Linkage Map Constructed Using Four RIL Mapping Populations and Newly Developed EST-SSRs

  • Development of a Molecular Linkage Map of Pearl Millet Integrating DArT and SSR Markers

  • Water-Saving Traits Co-Map with a Major Terminal Drought Tolerance Quantitative Trait Locus in Pearl Millet [Pennisetum glaucum (L.) R. Br.]

  • Mitochondrial DNA: A Tool for Phylogenetic and Biodiversity Search in Equines

  • QTL Mapping of Pearl Millet Rust Resistance Using an Integrated DArT- and SSR-Based Linkage Map

  • Development of Genome-Wide Informative Simple Sequence Repeat Markers for Large-Scale Genotyping Applications in Chickpea and Development of Web Resource

  • Stage-Specific Comparative Transcriptomic Analysis to Reveal Gene Networks Regulating Iron and Zinc Content in Pearl Millet [Pennisetum glaucum (L.) R. Br.]

  • Validation of Molecular Markers for Marker-Assisted Pyramiding of White Rust Resistance Loci in Indian Mustard (Brassica juncea L.)

  • Identification, Characterization, Validation, and Cross-Species Amplification of Genic-SSRs in Indian Mustard (Brassica juncea)

  • Genetic Analysis of Morphological and Physiological Traits in Indian Mustard (Brassica juncea L.)

  • Screening and Estimation of Allelic Differentiation in Indian Mustard Using SSR Markers for Background Selection

  • Development and Evaluation of Double Low Quality Lines in Indian Mustard (Brassica juncea L. Czern & Coss.)

  • Micronutrient-Rich Pearl Millet for Nutritionally Secure India

  • Genetic Structure Identification and Assessment of Interrelationships Between Brassica and Allied Genera Using Newly Developed Genic-SSRs of Indian Mustard (Brassica juncea L.)

  • Genomic Designing for Abiotic Stress Tolerance in Pearl Millet [Pennisetum glaucum (L.) R. Br.]

  • Biotechnological Applications for Improvement of the Pearl Millet Crop

  • Pearl Millet-Hybrids and Varieties

  • Identification and Characterization of New Resistance Sources Against Sclerotinia Stem Rot (Sclerotinia sclerotiorum) in Oilseed Brassica

  • Morphological and Molecular Diversity Among Full-Sib Progenies of Indian Mustard (Brassica juncea L.)

  • Use of Library Resources and Services by Students of PESITM and JNN College of Engineering in Shivamogga: A Comparative Study

 

 

Simona Gavrilas | Plants | Best Researcher Award

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Mrs Simona Gavrilas | Plants |  Best Researcher Award

lecturer at ”Aurel Vlaicu” University of Arad, Romania

Simona Gavrilaș is a Lecturer at ”Aurel Vlaicu” University of Arad, Romania. She holds a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering and specializes in Food Technology, Biotechnology, and Environmental Low-Impact Technologies. Since 2017, she has been actively engaged in teaching and research at the Faculty of Food Engineering, Tourism, and Environmental Protection.

Profile:

🔬 Academic Background:

Simona Gavrilaș is a Lecturer at ”Aurel Vlaicu” University of Arad, Romania. She holds a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering and has been teaching at the Faculty of Food Engineering, Tourism, and Environmental Protection since 2017.

📚 Research & Innovations:

Her research focuses on Food Technology, Biotechnology, Food Quality Improvement, and Environmental Low-Impact Technologies. She has contributed significantly to food waste valorization and agrochemical research.

🏆 Achievements & Contributions:

  • Publications: 26 ISI journal articles, 6 books, and 2 internationally recognized book chapters.
  • Projects: Led 3 national projects, 5 research grants, and participated in international collaborations.
  • Editorial Roles: Member of the Journal of Natural Fibers editorial board and reviewer for several MDPI journals.
  • Recognitions: COST-STSM Grant beneficiary and evaluator for Romania’s Higher Education Quality Assurance Agency.

🌍 Impact & Research Vision:

Dr. Gavrilaș is dedicated to sustainable food systems by developing eco-friendly food technologies and enzyme-based treatments. Her work supports agricultural waste valorization for a greener future.

Citations:

Citations: 523 (Total), 366 (Since 2020)
h-index: 10 (Total), 9 (Since 2020)
i10-index: 10 (Total), 9 (Since 2020)

Publication Top Notes:

  • Recent Trends in Biosensors for Environmental Quality Monitoring – Sensors, 2022.
  • Antioxidant and Antimicrobial Properties of Selected Spice Extracts – International Journal of Food Properties, 2010.
  • New Potential Biocatalysts by Laccase Immobilization in PVA Cryogel Type Carrier – Applied Biochemistry and Biotechnology, 2010.
  • Closing the Loop with Keratin-Rich Fibrous Materials – Polymers, 2021.
  • Salvia officinalis L. Essential Oil: Characterization, Antioxidant Properties, and the Effects of Aromatherapy in Adult Patients – Antioxidants, 2022.
  • Preparation of Immobilized Trametes pubescens Laccase on a Cryogel-Type Polymeric Carrier and Application of the Biocatalyst to Apple Juice Phenolic Compounds – European Food Research and Technology, 2012.
  • The Consumption of Organic, Traditional, and/or European Eco-Label Products: Elements of Local Production and Sustainability – Sustainability, 2021.
  • Removal of Cypermethrin from Water by Using Fucus Spiralis Marine Alga – International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 2019.
  • Membrane-Active Peptides and Their Potential Biomedical Application – Pharmaceutics, 2023.
  • Characterization of the Complexing Agents’ Influence on Bioscouring Cotton Fabrics by FT-IR and TG/DTG/DTA Analysis – Journal of Thermal Analysis and Calorimetry, 2018.
  • The Influence of Elevated CO₂ on Volatile Emissions, Photosynthetic Characteristics, and Pigment Content in Brassicaceae Plant Species and Varieties – Plants, 2022.
  • Comparative Study Regarding the Influence of the Complexing Agents EDTA and Sodium Citrate on the 50% Flax-50% Cotton Fabrics During the Bioscouring Treatment – International Multidisciplinary Scientific GeoConference: SGEM, 2016.
  • Commercial Laccase Oxidation of Phenolic Compounds – U.P.B. Scientific Bulletin, Series B: Chemistry and Material Sciences, 2012.
  • White Grape Pomace Valorization for Remediating Purposes – Applied Sciences, 2022.
  • Graphene-Oxide Peptide-Containing Materials for Biomedical Applications – International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2024.
  • Analysis of Sustainable Communication Patterns During the Telework Period in Western Romanian Corporations – International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 2022.
  • TG/DTG Analysis of an Eco-Friendly Scoured Fabric – Revista de Chimie, 2019.
  • Study on the Influence of Ultrasound in Bioscouring Treatment of 50% Flax + 50% Cotton Fabrics – Annals of the University of Oradea, Fascicle of Textiles, Leatherwork, 2017.
  • Improving the Antioxidant Properties of Wild Raspberry Juice by Enzymatic Treatments – Revista de Chimie, 2016.
  • A Sustainable Nutritional Behavior in the Era of Climate Changes – Smart and Sustainable Technology for Resilient Cities and Communities, 2022.

 

Maksym Zoziuk | Plant miRNAs | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Maksym Zoziuk | Plant miRNAs | Best Researcher Award

Researcher at CIMETA, Tor Vergata, Italy

Maksym Zoziuk is a dedicated CIMETA researcher at Tor Vergata, with a strong academic foundation in micro- and nanoelectronics, earning his bachelor’s, master’s, and Ph.D. degrees from the National Technical University of Ukraine. His Ph.D. research focused on applying convolutional neural networks to predict the coefficients of metamaterials based on their structure and composition. Maksym has contributed to prestigious international projects, including HORIZON 2020 and KATY (2022–2024), showcasing his expertise in interdisciplinary research. His work emphasizes leveraging artificial intelligence for scientific purposes, particularly in cancer treatment, where he explores novel approaches such as analyzing correlations between chemical compounds and gene expressions. Maksym’s research interests also include short non-coding RNAs and the statistical application of AI in biomedical studies. His innovative contributions and involvement in cutting-edge research highlight his potential to address complex challenges in science and healthcare, making him a promising figure in his field.

Professional Profile:

Google Scholar
Scopus Profile
ORCID Profile 

Education:

Maksym Zoziuk earned his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in micro- and nanoelectronics from the National Technical University of Ukraine “Igor Sikorsky Kyiv Polytechnic Institute.” He completed his Ph.D. at the same institution, focusing on the application of convolutional neural networks to predict metamaterial properties based on their structure and composition.

Professional Experience:

Maksym is a CIMETA researcher at Tor Vergata. He has contributed to high-impact projects, including HORIZON 2020 and KATY (2022–2024), where he worked on AI-driven cancer treatment strategies.

Research Interests:

His research focuses on artificial intelligence for scientific applications, short non-coding RNAs, cancer treatment through AI, and statistical correlations between chemical compounds and gene expressions.

Awards and Honors:

He has been recognized for his contributions to international research projects and interdisciplinary innovations.

Conclusion:

Maksym’s expertise in AI, biomedical research, and material science positions him as a promising researcher tackling global scientific challenges.

Publications Top Noted:

  • Title: On one statistical model of error rate in the stream of packet data transmission through communication channels
    Authors: SO Dovgyi, OI Yurikov, MO Zozyuk
    Year: 2020
    Citations: 8
  • Title: Prediction of characteristics using a convolutional neural network based on experimental data on the structure and composition of metamaterials
    Authors: M Zozyuk, D Koroliouk, P Krysenko, A Yurikov, Y Yakymenko
    Year: 2023
    Citations: 2
  • Title: Creation of quasiperiodic surfaces under the action of vibrating dielectric matrices
    Authors: M Zozyuk, D Koroliouk, V Moskaliuk, A Yurikov, Y Yakymenko
    Year: 2020
    Citations: 2
  • Title: Artificial Intelligence and MicroRNA: Role in Cancer Evolution
    Authors: D Koroliouk, M Mattei, M Zoziuk, C Montesano, R Bernardini, M Potestà, …
    Year: 2024
    Citations: 1
  • Title: Using Information about Experimental Conditions to Predict Properties of Metamaterials
    Authors: PI Krysenko, MO Zoziuk
    Year: 2023
    Citations: 1
  • Title: The principle of creating quasiperiodic surfaces under the action of vibrating dielectric matrix
    Authors: D Koroliouk, M Zozyuk, YI Yakymenko
    Year: 2020
    Citations: 1
  • Title: Plant miRNAs for improved gene regulation in a wide range of human cancers
    Authors: M Zoziuk, V Colizzi, P Krysenko, M Mattei, R Bernardini, F Zanzotto, …
    Year: 2025
    Citations: 0
  • Title: Modèle de métasurface de la formation géographique du champ barique
    Authors: D Koroliouk, M Zoziuk, P Krysenko, Y Yakymenko
    Year: 2024
    Citations: 0
  • Title: Metasurface Model of Geographic Baric Field Formation
    Authors: D Koroliouk, M Zoziuk, Y Yakymenko
    Year: 2024
    Citations: 0
  • Title: Adaptive Deep Learning System for Investigating General Data
    Authors: S Dovgyi, M Zoziuk, D Koroliouk
    Year: 2023
    Citations: 0
  • Title: The Principle of Creating Quasiperiodic Surfaces under the Action of a Vibrating Dielectric Matrix
    Authors: MO Zoziuk, AI Yurikov, DV Koroliouk, YI Yakymenko
    Year: 2020
    Citations: 0

 

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

 

 

Amira Ibrahim | Crop Evolution | Best Researcher Award

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Assist Prof Dr Amira Ibrahim |  Crop Evolution |  Best Researcher Award

Faculty of Science Arish University at  Botany and Microbiology Department, Faculty of science, Arish University, Egypt

Dr. Amira Abdallah Ibrahim Ahmed is an Assistant Professor of Plant Genetics in the Botany Department at Arish University, Egypt. Born on July 7, 1985, in Aga, Dakahlia, she has dedicated her career to advancing research in plant genetics. As a single Muslim woman, Dr. Ahmed embraces her identity while contributing to the scientific community. Her work focuses on understanding the genetic basis of plant traits, which is crucial for agricultural improvement and sustainability.

Publication Profile

Education:

  1. B.Sc. in Botany-Chemistry (2006), Faculty of Science, Mansoura University.
  2. M.Sc. in Basic Science (Botany) – Genetics and Plant Cytology (2012), Faculty of Science, Mansoura University.
  3. Ph.D. in Basic Science (Botany) – Genetics and Plant Cytology (2018), Faculty of Science, Mansoura University.

Research Interests:

Dr. Amira specializes in plant genetics and cytology, with a particular focus on biocontrol agents, phytochemical analysis, molecular markers, plant stress responses, and crop improvement under environmental stresses.

Publication Top Notes

  1. Biochemical Characterization and Disease Control Efficacy of Pleurotus eryngii-Derived Chitosan
    An In Vivo Study against Monilinia laxa, the Causal Agent of Plum Brown Rot
    Published: 2024-09-17
    DOI: 10.3390/plants13182598
    Contributors: Ippolito Camele, Amira A. Mohamed, Amira A. Ibrahim, Hazem S. Elshafie
  2. Analysis of Genetic Diversity, Population Structure, and Phylogenetic Relationships of Rice (Oryza sativa L.) Cultivars Using Simple Sequence Repeat (SSR) Markers
    Published: 2024-06
    DOI: 10.1007/s10722-023-01789-0
    Contributors: Khaled F. M. Salem et al. (including Amira A. Ibrahim)
  3. Association Study Between Some Cultivated Species and Their Wild Relatives from Apiaceae, Asteraceae, and Brassicaceae Families Based on Molecular and DNA Barcoding in Egypt
    Published: 2024-03
    DOI: 10.1007/s10722-023-01681-x
    Contributors: Nerveen M. Essa, Amira A. Ibrahim, Magda I. Soliman
  4. Characterization and Comparative Genomic Analyses of Complete Chloroplast Genome on Trema orientalis L.
    Published: 2024-03
    DOI: 10.1007/s10722-023-01678-6
    Contributors: Amira A. Ibrahim et al.

 

Anwesha Mondal | Biofertilizer | Young Scientist Award

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Ms Anwesha Mondal |  Biofertilizer |  Young Scientist Award

Research Scholar at  University of Calcutta,  India

Anwesha Mondal is a passionate researcher in Taxonomy and Ecology, currently pursuing her Master’s degree in Botany from the University of Calcutta. She completed her undergraduate studies in Botany with honors from Bethune College, Calcutta University, in 2017. Her research experience includes a project on Butterfly pollination on Lantana camara, and she is presently working on her dissertation titled “Phytosociology of the herb & ground covering flora under the Sal forest of Jhargram”.

Publication profile:

🎓 Academic Achievements:

  • M.P. (WBBSE): 90.12% (2011)
  • H.S. (WBCHSE): 79% (2013)
  • B.Sc. in Botany Honors (Calcutta University): 66.5% (2017)
  • Master’s in Botany (University of Calcutta): 61% (up to Semester III)
  • SET (State Eligibility Test) Qualified in Life Science (2018)

🔬 Key Skills:

  • Expertise in Microscopy (simple and compound)
  • PowerPoint & Poster Presentations
  • Sketching & Documentation

🌱 Research Experience:

  • Project on Butterfly Pollination (Lantana camara, 2017)
  • Dissertation on Phytosociology of herb & ground covering flora in the Sal forest of Jhargram (ongoing)

Publication Top Notes:

  • “Phycosynthesis of nanoiron particles and their applications – A review”
    A. Mondal, A. Mukherjee, R. Pal
    Biocatalysis and Agricultural Biotechnology, 102986 (2023)
  • “Nano iron loaded algal biomass: For better yield, amino acid and iron content in rice – A ‘nano-phycofertilizer’”
    A. Mondal, S. Paul, R. Pal, S. Paul
    Algal Research, 103573 (2024)
  • “Spirulina biomass loaded with iron nanoparticles: A novel biofertilizer for the growth and enrichment of iron content in rice plants”
    A. Mondal, I. Dey, A. Mukherjee, A. Ismail, G.G. Satpati, S. Banerjee, S. Paul, …
    Biocatalysis and Agricultural Biotechnology, 103387 (2024)