Donald Manigat | Crop | Best Researcher Award

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Dr Donald Manigat |  Crop |  Best Researcher Award

Pesquisador at  Universidade Federal do Amapá – UNIFAP, Brazil

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

Publication profile:

🎓 Academic and Professional Background:

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

🔬 Research and Innovations:

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

🏆 Contributions and Impact:

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

🧪 Collaborations and Memberships:

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

Publication Top Notes:

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

 

Hamid Hatami Maleki | Plant breeding | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc Prof Dr  Hamid Hatami Maleki | Plant breeding | Best Researcher Award

Author at  university of Maragheh,  Iran

Dr. Hamid Hatami Maleki is an accomplished Iranian plant breeder and geneticist. Born on September 21, 1981, he obtained his B.Sc. in Agronomy and Plant Breeding from the University of Mohaghegh Ardabili in 2004, followed by an M.Sc. in Plant Breeding from the University of Guilan in 2007. His thesis focused on the karyological study of Aegilops species from Iran under the supervision of Rasool Asghari Zakaria.

Profile:

🎓 Education

Ph.D. in Plant Breeding, Tarbiat Modares University, Tehran, Iran, 2011. M.Sc. in Plant Breeding, University of Guilan, Rasht, Iran, 2007. B.Sc. in Agronomy and Plant Breeding, University of Mohaghegh Ardabili, Ardabil, Iran, 2004

🔬 Research Experience

Research Visitor at INRA, Toulouse, France, 2011-2012. Research Visitor at Omer Halisdemir University, Nigde, Turkey, 2023

💼 Skills

  • Field trial design and analysis
  • Phenotyping for abiotic and biotic stresses
  • Construction of mapping populations
  • QTL mapping and GWA analysis

Hamid Hatami Maleki is a seasoned plant breeder with expertise in stress resistance and genomic analysis. His research focuses on understanding genetic variability and mapping genomic regions controlling important traits in various plant species. He holds a Ph.D. in Plant Breeding from Tarbiat Modares University and has conducted research visits in France and Turkey. With a strong background in field trials and phenotyping, he contributes significantly to advancements in plant science.

Plant Breeding Research Focus:

Hamid Hatami Maleki, an Iranian citizen, is deeply immersed in the field of plant breeding. His research, conducted at the Department of Plant Production and Genetics, Faculty of Agriculture, University of Maragheh, Iran, centers around enhancing agricultural productivity and resilience through innovative breeding techniques. With a keen eye on addressing global food security challenges, he specializes in: Genetic Variability Analysis: Hamid explores the diverse genetic makeup of plant species, unraveling the intricacies of their genomes to identify valuable traits and potential breeding targets. Stress Resistance: Recognizing the paramount importance of stress tolerance in modern agriculture, Hamid investigates plant responses to various environmental stressors. His work aims to develop crop varieties capable of withstanding harsh conditions, such as drought, salinity, and extreme temperatures. Genomic Analysis and Mapping: Leveraging cutting-edge genomic tools, Hamid delves into the molecular mechanisms underlying desirable traits. By employing advanced mapping techniques, he elucidates the genetic architecture of complex traits, paving the way for precision breeding strategies. Hamid Hatami Maleki’s dedication to plant breeding research embodies a commitment to sustainable agriculture and a vision for a more resilient food system in Iran and beyond.

Citations:

 

  • Total Citations: 899
  • Citations Since 2019: 540

🔍 h-index

  • h-index: 16
  • h-index Since 2019: 12

🔬 i10-index

  • i10-index: 22
  • i10-index Since 2019: 15

Publication Top Notes:

  1. Flavonoids profile and antioxidant activity in flowers and leaves of hawthorn species (Crataegus spp.) from different regions of IranCitations: 111
    Year: 2018
  2. Evaluation of the reaction of sunflower inbred lines and their F1 hybrids to drought conditions using various stress tolerance indicesCitations: 74
    Year: 2010
  3. Path Analysis of the Relationships between Yield and Some Related Traits in Diallel Population of Sunflower (‘Helianthus annuus’ L.) under Well-Watered and Water-Stressed …Citations: 64
    Year: 2011
  4. Collection, evaluation and classification of Iranian confectionary sunflower (Helianthus annuus L.) populations using multivariate statistical techniquesCitations: 62
    Year: 2011
  5. Molecular characterization and similarity relationships among sunflower (Helianthus annuus L.) inbred lines using some mapped simple sequence repeatsCitations: 48
    Year: 2010
  6. Evaluation of Genetic Diversity Among Iranian Apple (‘Malus× domestica’Borkh.) Cultivars and Landraces Using Simple Sequence Repeat MarkersCitations: 43
    Year: 2011
  7. Influence of exogenous polyamines on antioxidant defence and essential oil production in valerian (Valeriana officinalis L.) plants under drought stressCitations: 39
    Year: 2016
  8. Correlation and sequential path analysis of some agronomic traits in tobacco (‘Nicotiana tabaccum’L.) to improve dry leaf yieldCitations: 39
    Year: 2011
  9. Genetic variation in oriental tobacco (Nicotiana tabacum L.) by agro-morphological traits and simple sequence repeat markersCitations: 35
    Year: 2013