Anelia Iantcheva | Agricultural Science | Excellence in Research

Prof Anelia  Iantcheva |   Agricultural Science  |  Excellence in Research

Prof. Principal Investigator at  AgroBioInstitute, Agricultural Academy,  Bulgaria

Prof. Anelia Iantcheva is a distinguished researcher in plant genetics and biotechnology, currently serving as a Professor and Principal Investigator at the Agrobioinstitute of the Agricultural Academy in Bulgaria. She obtained her Master’s degree from Sofia University in 1987, followed by a Ph.D. in 1997 and a DSc in 2019 from the Agricultural Academy.

 

Publication Profile

Academic Background:

Prof. Iantcheva earned her Master’s degree from Sofia University in 1987, followed by a Ph.D. from the Agricultural Academy, Bulgaria in 1997, and a DSc degree in 2019. She became a professor and principal investigator at Agrobioinstitute in 2022.

Research Focus:

Her expertise lies in plant genetics, genomics, transcriptomics, molecular biology, and biotechnology of model and grain and forage legumes.

Research Contributions:

Prof. Iantcheva has coordinated several EU-funded projects, including Horizon 2020 “Legumes Translated” and the ongoing Horizon Europe “Legume Generation.” She has published 64 articles in indexed journals and contributed chapters to five books on somatic embryogenesis and genetic transformation.

Innovations:

Her research has led to the development of efficient plant regeneration systems and insertional mutant collections in Medicago truncatula, laying the groundwork for functional genomics in legumes. She has also innovated a low-temperature pre-treatment method for soybean seeds to enhance agricultural practices.

Publication Top Notes

  1. A novel Microbacterium strain SRS2 promotes the growth of Arabidopsis and MicroTom (S. lycopersicum) under normal and salt stress conditions
    • Journal: Planta
    • Publication Date: October 2024
    • DOI: 10.1007/s00425-024-04510-2
    • Contributors: Ho Manh Tuong, Sonia García Méndez, Michiel Vandecasteele, Anne Willems, Anelia Iantcheva, Pham Bich Ngoc, Do Tien Phat, Chu Hoang Ha, Sofie Goormachtig.
  2. Transcriptional and Metabolic Profiling of Arabidopsis thaliana Transgenic Plants Expressing Histone Acetyltransferase HAC1 upon the Application of Abiotic Stress—Salt and Low Temperature
    • Journal: Metabolites
    • Publication Year: 2023
    • DOI: 10.3390/metabo13090994
    • EID: 2-s2.0-85172238091
    • Contributors: T. Ivanova, I. Dincheva, I. Badjakov, A. Iantcheva.
  3. Transition to legume-supported farming in Europe through redesigning cropping systems
    • Journal: Agronomy for Sustainable Development
    • Publication Year: 2023
    • DOI: 10.1007/s13593-022-00861-w
    • EID: 2-s2.0-85146474358
    • Contributors: I. Notz, C.F.E. Topp, J. Schuler, S. Alves, L.A. Gallardo, J. Dauber, T. Haase, P.R. Hargreaves, M. Hennessy, A. Iantcheva, et al.
  4. Auxin and stringolactone interaction in extreme phosphate conditions
    • Book Chapter: In Agricultural Biocatalysis: Biological and Chemical Applications
    • Publication Year: 2022
    • EID: 2-s2.0-85142565230
    • ISBN: 9781000635287, 9781003313144
    • Contributors: M. Revalska, A. Iantcheva.
  5. Functional characterization of Medicago truncatula GRAS7, a member of the GRAS family transcription factors, in response to abiotic stress
    • Journal: Biotechnology and Biotechnological Equipment
    • Publication Year: 2022
    • DOI: 10.1080/13102818.2022.2074893
    • EID: 2-s2.0-85130201236
    • Contributors: M. Revalska, M. Radkova, A. Iantcheva.
  6. Legumes in natural post-fire successions of forest meadows and pastures in Northern Bulgaria
    • Journal: Thaiszia Journal of Botany
    • Publication Year: 2022
    • DOI: 10.33542/TJB2022-1-05
    • EID: 2-s2.0-85133384347
    • Contributors: G. Naydenova, M. Radkova, A. Iantcheva.
  7. Long-lasting low temperature pretreatment of soybean seeds enhances plant field performance and content of free metabolites
    • Journal: Bulgarian Journal of Agricultural Science
    • Publication Year: 2022
    • EID: 2-s2.0-85143811831
    • Contributors: G. Naidenova, I. Dincheva, I. Badjakov, M. Radkova, M. Revalska, A. Iantcheva.
  8. Moldovan soybean varieties testing in the condition of North Bulgaria
    • Journal: Bulgarian Journal of Agricultural Science
    • Publication Year: 2022
    • EID: 2-s2.0-85127731032
    • Contributors: G. Naydenova, M. Radkova, A. Iantcheva.

 

Anna Rita Dipierro | Agricultural | Best Researcher Award

Dr Anna Rita Dipierro |  Agricultural  |  Best Researcher Award

Research Fellow at  University of Calabria, Italy

Anna Rita Dipierro, born on February 26, 1997, in Castellana Grotte, Italy, is a Research Fellow in Econometrics at the University of Calabria, Arcavacata di Rende, Cosenza, Italy, and the University of Salento, Lecce, Italy. She holds a Ph.D. in Economics and Management of Sustainability and Innovation from LUM “G. Degennaro” University, where she also completed her Master’s and Bachelor’s degrees in Economics and Management, all with high distinction.

Profile:

Education:

  • Ph.D. in Economics and Management of Sustainability and Innovation
    🎓 LUM “G. Degennaro” University, Casamassima, Bari, Italy, July 2024
    Thesis: Combining operational research and artificial intelligence to address performance evaluation under dynamic taxonomy of risks
    Tutor: Prof. P. Toma
    Internal PhD Commission: Prof. K. De Witte, Prof. G. Secundo, Prof. P. Toma
  • Master’s Degree (cum laude) in Economics and Management (LM77)
    🎓 LUM “G. Degennaro” University, Casamassima, Bari, Italy, October 2020
    Thesis: Geographical Indications in Agri-food: an econometrical and geospatial approach through R-studio and QGIS
    Tutor: Prof. P. Toma
  • Bachelor of Science (cum laude) in Economics and Management (L18)
    🎓 LUM “G. Degennaro” University, Casamassima, Bari, Italy, October 2018
    Thesis: A step away from disaster: State-saving measures to overcome the crisis of the third millennium
    Tutor: Prof. C. Bussoli

Training Schools and Workshops:

  • 🏫 Summer school “Network econometrics,” Venice, Italy, July 2024
  • 🏫 Course “Tidyverse: R for Data Science,” Lecce, Italy, February 2024
  • 🏫 Course “Classifying Higher Education Institutions using Latent Class Analysis,” Lugano, Switzerland, March 2023
  • 🏫 Summer school “Machine Learning: what is good for?” Lugano, Switzerland, August 2022
  • 🏫 Workshop “Visual Thinking” Lugano, Switzerland, August 2022
  • 🏫 Summer School “Panel Data Econometrics: theory and applications” Bertinoro, Italy, July 2021

Teaching Experience:

  • Adjunct Professor of “Econometric models for human resource management,” Master’s level in “Human Resources Management,” LUM School of Management, Casamassima, Italy (A.A. 2022/2023)
  • Adjunct Professor of “Econometrics,” Master’s degree in Economics and Management (LM77), LUM “G. Degennaro” University, Casamassima, Italy (A.A. 2022/2023)

Membership to Scientific Societies:

  • The Econometric Society (2023 – Present)
  • Italian Economics Society (2023 – Present)
  • Italian Econometrics Society (2021 – Present)

Research Focus in Agriculture:

Anna Rita Dipierro’s agricultural research is centered on the efficiency and sustainability of the agricultural sector, particularly within the European context. Her work involves analyzing the intersection of efficiency, sustainability, and environmental risk in agricultural practices. She employs econometric and geospatial techniques to evaluate and improve the performance of agri-food firms, with a focus on geographical indications and their impact on agricultural economics.

Publication Top Notes:

What Lies Behind the Success of Italian GIs Products? Questioning Tradition in Consortia via Aggregated Conditional Efficiency
Authors: C. Colamartino, A.R. Dipierro, P. Toma, M. Frittelli
Journal: Socio-Economic Planning Sciences, Vol. 87, Article 101578 (2023)
This paper explores the factors contributing to the success of Italian Geographical Indications (GIs) products by examining traditional practices within consortia and utilizing aggregated conditional efficiency models.

2. What Lies Behind Perceptions of Corruption? A Cultural Approach
Authors: A.R. Dipierro, A. Rella
Journal: Social Indicators Research, Vol. 172 (2), pp. 371-391 (2024)
This study investigates the cultural determinants influencing perceptions of corruption, providing a comprehensive analysis using a cultural framework.

3. The Underlying Signals of Efficiency in European Universities: A Combined Efficiency and Machine Learning Approach
Authors: A.R. Dipierro, K. De Witte
Journal: Studies in Higher Education, pp. 1-20 (2024)
This research combines efficiency analysis and machine learning techniques to identify underlying factors contributing to the operational efficiency of European universities.

4. European Agricultural Sector: The Tortuous Path Across Efficiency, Sustainability and Environmental Risk
Authors: A. Mergoni, A.R. Dipierro, C. Colamartino
Journal: Socio-Economic Planning Sciences, Vol. 92, Article 101848 (2024)
The paper addresses the challenges faced by the European agricultural sector, focusing on balancing efficiency, sustainability, and managing environmental risks.

5. The Efficient Path of the Protection Consortia to Manage Territorial Risks and Protect the Quality of GIs
Authors: C. Colamartino, A.R. Dipierro
Published Link: Article (2024)
This publication examines how protection consortia can efficiently manage territorial risks and ensure the quality of Geographical Indications (GIs) through strategic measures.

6. Within the Banks: The Determinants of ESG-Controversies
Author: A.R. Dipierro
Book: Digital Transformation: The Harmonic Convergence of People, Culture, Process… (2022)
This work analyzes the factors leading to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) controversies within banks, emphasizing the role of digital transformation.

These publications highlight Anna Rita Dipierro’s diverse research interests, ranging from agricultural economics and the success of GIs products to higher education efficiency and perceptions of corruption.