Petya Veleva | Agricultural Science | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr Petya Veleva |  Agricultural Science |  Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Professor at  Department of Agricultural Engineering, Faculty of Agriculture, Trakia University, Stara Zagora, Bulgaria.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Petya Marinova Veleva is an expert in automated systems, artificial intelligence, and precision agriculture. She holds a Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology and Machine Tools and a PhD in Automation of Engineering Labor and Systems for Automated Design. Dr. Veleva’s research focuses on intelligent data analysis, agricultural safety, and the application of artificial neural networks and Near Infrared Spectroscopy in agriculture and food safety. She has collaborated with renowned institutions, including Kobe University (Japan) and Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (Germany), and has published 34 journal articles and 6 books.

Profile:

Academic & Professional Background:

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Petya Veleva holds a Master’s degree in “Mechanical Engineering Technology and Machine Tools” and a PhD in “Automation of the Engineering Labor and Systems for Automated Design.” Her research focuses on automated systems for data analysis, artificial intelligence in precision agriculture, intelligent animal husbandry, and food safety evaluation, with specializations in artificial neural networks, Near Infrared Spectroscopy, and Aquaphotomics. She has gained valuable international experience through JSPS Fellowship in Japan, and research mobility at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (Germany) and the University of Agronomic Sciences and Veterinary Medicine of Bucharest (Romania).

Research & Innovations:

Dr. Veleva has completed 39 research projects and is currently involved in 6 ongoing projects. Her work has resulted in 34 journal publications (SCI, Scopus), 6 books, and 1 patent. She collaborates with prestigious institutions like Kobe University (Japan), Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (Germany), and the University of Agronomic Sciences and Veterinary Medicine of Bucharest (Romania). She is also a member of the editorial board of the journal SLOVJANI.info and has an h-index of 5 in Scopus.

Contributions:

Dr. Veleva’s research contributes to advancements in sustainable agriculture, smart crop production, and intelligent animal husbandry. Her work supports human health, bioeconomy, and quality of life through innovative applications of digital technologies and artificial intelligence in agriculture.

Publication Top Notes:

  • Impact of Different Sugar Syrups on the Development of the Fat Body in Worker Bees (Apis mellifera macedonica)
    Agriculture (2025-01-02)
    DOI: 10.3390/agriculture15010083
  • Exploring Microelement Fertilization and Visible–Near-Infrared Spectroscopy for Enhanced Productivity in Capsicum annuum and Cyprinus carpio Aquaponic Systems
    Plants (2024-12-20)
    DOI: 10.3390/plants13243566
  • Differentiation of Amaranthus Species and Estimation of Their Polyphenolic Compounds and Antioxidant Potential Using Near-Infrared Spectroscopy
    Plants (2024-11-30)
    DOI: 10.3390/plants13233370
  • Assessment of Tomato Quality through Near-Infrared Spectroscopy—Advantages, Limitations, and Integration with Multivariate Analysis Techniques
    Conference Paper (2024-08-08)
    DOI: 10.3390/engproc2024070034
  • Indirect Determination of Basic Tomato Quality Parameters Using Color Digital Images
    Conference Paper (2024-08-06)
    DOI: 10.3390/engproc2024070024
  • Near-Infrared Spectroscopy for Rapid Differentiation of Fresh and Frozen–Thawed Common Carp (Cyprinus carpio)
    Sensors (2024-06-04)
    DOI: 10.3390/s24113620
  • Evaluating the Performance and Practicality of a Multi-Parameter Assessment System with Design, Comparative Analysis, and Future Directions
    Sustainability (2024-05-14)
    DOI: 10.3390/su16104124
  • Detection of Fungal Diseases in Lettuce by VIR-NIR Spectroscopy in Aquaponics
    Microorganisms (2023)
    DOI: 10.3390/MICROORGANISMS11092348
  • Non-Destructive Determination of Plant Pigments Based on Mobile Phone Data
    TEM Journal-Technology Education Management Informatics (2023)
    DOI: 10.18421/TEM123-23
  • An Aquaphotomics Approach for Investigation of Water-Stress-Induced Changes in Maize Plants
    Sensors (2023-12-07)
    DOI: 10.3390/s23249678
  • Influence of Some Environmental Factors on Summer Phytoplankton Community Structure in the Varna Bay, Black Sea (1992–2019)
    Water (2023-04-25)
    DOI: 10.3390/w15091677

 

Farnaz almasi | Soil-Vegetable System | Best Researcher Award

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Dr Farnaz almasi |  Soil-Vegetable System |  Best Researcher Award

shoushtar faculty, Iran

Farnaz Almasi is an environmental researcher specializing in bioremediation, pollution control, and environmental health risk assessments. Her work focuses on innovative solutions to mitigate the effects of pollutants in water, soil, and industrial environments, particularly in saline and contaminated areas. Almasi has contributed to several studies on biosurfactant-assisted composting, biodegradation of petroleum, and the health risks associated with environmental contaminants like pesticides and heavy metals. She has published extensively in high-impact journals, including research on the degradation of hazardous chemicals and the health impacts of pollutants in aquatic systems. With a strong background in environmental engineering, Almasi continues to make significant strides in the field of environmental health and pollution management.

 

Publication Profile

🏆 Notable Achievements:

  • Published extensively in high-impact journals, with a focus on biosurfactant-assisted composting, herbicide residue monitoring, and bioremediation using halotolerant bacterial strains.
  • Contributed significantly to studies on health risk assessments related to environmental contaminants, including pesticides and toxic elements.

🧪 Key Research Contributions:

  • Enhanced bioremediation techniques for petroleum-contaminated saline soils.
  • Health risk assessment of herbicides and organochlorine pesticides in water systems.
  • Systematic reviews on the environmental transmission of COVID-19 and arsenic’s role in kidney cancer.

⭐ Key Skills and Expertise:

  • Bioremediation of industrial and saline environments.
  • Risk assessment of environmental pollutants.
  • Advanced oxidation processes for pollutant degradation.

📚 Research Focus:

Farnaz Almasi is a prolific researcher specializing in environmental science and engineering, with a strong emphasis on bioremediation, pollution control, and environmental health risk assessments. Her work often explores innovative solutions for mitigating the effects of pollutants in water, soil, and industrial environments.

Citation Metrics:

Citations:

  • Total Citations: 424
  • Citations Since 2019: 339

h-index:

  • Total h-index: 11
  • h-index Since 2019: 10

i10-index:

  • Total i10-index: 16
  • i10-index Since 2019: 10

Publication Top Note:

  • A comparative study on the removal of phenol from aqueous solutions by electro–Fenton and electro–persulfate processes using iron electrodes
    AR Rahmani, H Rezaeivahidian, M Almasi, A Shabanlo, H Almasi
    Research on Chemical Intermediates 42, 1441-1450 (58 citations, 2016)
  • Removal of turbidity and organic matter from car wash wastewater by electrocoagulation process
    MJ Mohammadi, J Salari, A Takdastan, M Farhadi, P Javanmardi, AR Yari, …
    Desalination and Water Treatment 68, 122-128 (50 citations, 2017)
  • Spatial distribution, ecological and health risk assessment and source identification of atrazine in Shadegan international wetland, Iran
    H Almasi, A Takdastan, N Jaafarzadeh, AA Babaei, YT Birgani, …
    Marine Pollution Bulletin 160, 111569 (48 citations, 2020)
  • Arsenic in drinking water and kidney cancer: a systematic review
    N Jaafarzadeh, A Poormohammadi, H Almasi, Z Ghaedrahmat, F Rahim, …
    Reviews on Environmental Health 38 (2), 255-263 (24 citations, 2023)
  • Activated persulfate by chelating agent Fe·/complex for in situ degradation of phenol: intermediate identification and optimization study
    AR Rahmani, A Poormohammadi, F Zamani, Y Tahmasebi Birgani, S Jorfi, …
    Research on Chemical Intermediates 44, 5501-5519 (24 citations, 2018)
  • A comparative study on the removal of pentachlorophenol using copper-impregnated pumice and zeolite
    AR Rahmani, S Jorfi, G Asgari, F Zamani, H Almasi, Z Masoumi
    Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering 6 (2), 3342-3348 (24 citations, 2018)
  • Modeling and optimization of ciprofloxacin degradation by hybridized potassium persulfate/zero valent-zinc/ultrasonic process
    AR Rahmani, H Rezaei-Vahidian, H Almasi, F Donyagard
    Environmental Processes 4, 563-572 (23 citations, 2017)
  • Effect of silica on the ultrasonic/persulfate process for degradation of Acid Black 1 in aqueous solutions
    AR Rahmani, F Zamani, A Shabanloo, H Almasi
    AVICENNA JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH ENGINEERING 3 (2), 0-0 (17 citations, 2016)
  • Optimization of catalytic ozonation process for removal of reactive black 5 dye using bone char ash modified by magnesium oxide and applying taguchi design
    G Asgari, H Almasi, J Fardmal, F Ghanbari, Z Daraie, S Akbari
    Journal of Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences 24 (122), 252-262 (17 citations, 2015)
  • Optimization of ciprofloxacin antibiotic sonochemical degradation with persulfate activated by nano zero-valent iron by central composite design method
    AR Rahmani, H Almasi, S Bajalan, H Rezaei Vahidian, A Zarei, …
    J. Health 8, 231-245 (11 citations, 2017)
  • Investigation into catalytic potential of marble powder in catalytic ozonation of reactive black 5
    S Akbari, F Ghanbari, H Almasi, G Asgari
    (11 citations, 2017)
  • Removal of 2, 4-dichlorophenol from aqueous solution using ultrasonic/H2O2
    M Sadrnourmohamadi, A Poormohammadi, H Almasi, G Asgari, …
    Desalination and Water Treatment 75, 189-194 (11 citations, 2017)
  • Removal of 2, 4 di-chlorophenol using persulfate activated with ultrasound from aqueous solutions
    A Seid Mohammadi, G Asgari, H Almasi
    Journal of Environmental Health Engineering 1 (4), 259-270 (11 citations, 2014)
  • Herbicide residues in water resources: a scoping review
    S Jorfi, F Rahim, A Rahmani, N Jaafarzadeh, Z Ghaedrahmat, H Almasi, …
    Avicenna Journal of Environmental Health Engineering 8 (2), 126-133 (10 citations, 2021)
  • Biodegradation of Bisphenol A in a saline industrial wastewater using Alcaligenes faecalis strain BPAN5
    A Neisi, AR Rahmani, S Ghafari, S Jorfi, H Almasi
    Desalination and Water Treatment 189, 276-282 (10 citations, 2020)
  • Investigation of sonochemical oxidation process in the presence of SiO2, CuSO4 and Na2SO4 in removal of acid black1 azo dye from aqueous solution
    HA R Rahmani, Z Masoumi, A Shabanlo, S Akbari
    Journal of Rafsanjan University of Medical Sciences 13 (12), 1115-1128 (10 citations, 2015)
  • The study of phenol removal from aqueous solutions using oxidizing agents of peroxide hydrogen, persulfate and periodate activated by ultrasound
    H Almasi, G Asgari, M Leili, Z Sharifi, A Seid-Mohammadi
    Journal of Rafsanjan University of Medical Sciences 15 (9), 835-848 (9 citations, 2017)
  • Monitoring and health risk assessment of organochlorine pesticides in Karun River and drinking water Ahvaz city, South West of Iran
    S Jorfi, A Poormohammadi, E Maraghi, H Almasi
    Toxin Reviews 41 (2), 361-369 (8 citations, 2022)
  • Sonochemical oxidation of phenol using persulfate activated by zerovalent iron nanoparticles in aqueous environments
    R Shokouhi, Y Poureshgh, H Almasi, A Shabanloo
    J Occup Environ Health 2 (1), 7-17 (7 citations, 2016)
  • Application of a moving bed biofilm reactor in removal of ciprofloxacin from real hospital effluent: effect of operational conditions
    R Shokoohi, H Almasi, M Sedighi, Z Daraee, S Akbari
    Avicenna Journal of Environmental Health Engineering 4 (2), 19-23 (6 citations, 2017)

 

 

B P Chandra | Crop Yield | Young Scientist Award

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Assist Prof Dr B P  Chandra | Crop Yield |  Young Scientist Award

Assistant professor at Sri Satya Sai Institute of Higher learning,  India

Dr. B. Praphulla Chandra is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemistry at the Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning in Prasanthi Nilayam, India. Born on August 23, 1990, he is an accomplished researcher in the field of atmospheric chemistry. His research interests encompass the emissions and chemistry of volatile organic compounds, sub-micron organic aerosols, analytical atmospheric chemistry, and multiphase chemistry. With a strong commitment to advancing the understanding of atmospheric processes, Dr. Chandra contributes significantly to the academic community through his teaching and research endeavors.

Publication profile:

 

🎓 Educational Qualifications:

  • B.Sc. in Chemistry (2007–2010)
    Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning, India (CGPA: 4.77/5)
  • M.Sc. in Chemistry (2010-2012)
    Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning, India (CGPA: 5.0/5, Gold Medal)
  • Ph.D. in Analytical and Atmospheric Chemistry (2013-2018)
    Indian Institute of Science Education and Research, Mohali, India (CGPA: 10.0/10)
  • Post-Doctoral Research (2018-2020)
    University of Washington, Seattle, USA

🛠️ Technical Skills:

  • Instrument Proficiency:
    • Liquid Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS-QQQ & LC-MS QTof)
    • Microwave-assisted Plasma Atomic Emission Spectroscopy (MP-AES)
    • Thermal Desorption Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (TD-GC-MS)
    • Proton Transfer Reaction Mass Spectrometry (PTR-MS)
    • Cavity Ring-down Spectroscopy (CRDS)
    • NOx chemiluminescence and infrared CO analyzers
  • Sampling and Analysis:
    • Measurement of Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) in various air samples
    • Gravimetric analysis of suspended particulate matter

🏆 Awards and Distinctions:

  • Gold Medal for distinction in M.Sc. Chemistry (2012)
  • GATE (All India Rank-126) in Chemistry (2012)
  • UGC/CSIR-JRF (All India Rank-70) in Chemical Sciences (2011)
  • Various international travel grants for conferences and training

🔍 Research Experience:

  • Research Associate: University of Washington, Bothell, USA (2018-2020)
  • Doctoral Scholar: Indian Institute of Science Education and Research, Mohali (2013-2018)
  • Research Assistant: IISER Mohali (2012)
  • Master’s Thesis: Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning (2010-2012)

Citations Metrics:

  • Total Citations: 778
  • Citations Since 2019: 668
  • h-index: 12
  • h-index Since 2019: 12
  • i10-index: 13
  • i10-index Since 2019: 13

 

Publication Top Notes:

  • Winter fog experiment over the Indo-Gangetic plains of India
    SD Ghude, GS Bhat, T Prabhakaran, RK Jenamani, DM Chate, PD Safai, …
    Current Science, 2017, pp. 767-784.
    Citations: 121
  • Assessment of crop yield losses in Punjab and Haryana using 2 years of continuous in situ ozone measurements
    B Sinha, K Singh Sangwan, Y Maurya, V Kumar, C Sarkar, BP Chandra, …
    Atmospheric Chemistry and Physics, 15(16), 9555-9576, 2015.
    Citations: 115
  • Contribution of post-harvest agricultural paddy residue fires in the NW Indo-Gangetic Plain to ambient carcinogenic benzenoids, toxic isocyanic acid and carbon monoxide
    BP Chandra, V Sinha
    Environment International, 88, 187-197, 2016.
    Citations: 94
  • Gridded Emissions of CO, NOx, SO2, CO2, NH3, HCl, CH4, PM2.5, PM10, BC, and NMVOC from Open Municipal Waste Burning in India
    G Sharma, B Sinha, Pallavi, H Hakkim, BP Chandra, A Kumar, V Sinha
    Environmental Science & Technology, 53(9), 4765-4774, 2019.
    Citations: 84
  • Large unexplained suite of chemically reactive compounds present in ambient air due to biomass fires
    V Kumar, BP Chandra, V Sinha
    Scientific Reports, 8(1), 626, 2018.
    Citations: 76
  • Limitation of the use of the absorption angstrom exponent for source apportionment of equivalent black carbon: a case study from the North West Indo-Gangetic Plain
    S Garg, BP Chandra, V Sinha, R Sarda-Esteve, V Gros, B Sinha
    Environmental Science & Technology, 50(2), 814-824, 2016.
    Citations: 75
  • Quantifying the contribution of long-range transport to particulate matter (PM) mass loadings at a suburban site in the north-western Indo-Gangetic Plain (NW-IGP)
    H Pawar, S Garg, V Kumar, H Sachan, R Arya, C Sarkar, BP Chandra, …
    Atmospheric Chemistry and Physics, 15(16), 9501-9520, 2015.
    Citations: 71
  • Volatile organic compound measurements point to fog-induced biomass burning feedback to air quality in the megacity of Delhi
    H Hakkim, V Sinha, BP Chandra, A Kumar, AK Mishra, B Sinha, G Sharma, …
    Science of the Total Environment, 689, 295-304, 2019.
    Citations: 36
  • Storage stability studies and field application of low-cost glass flasks for analyses of thirteen ambient VOCs using proton transfer reaction mass spectrometry
    BP Chandra, V Sinha, H Hakkim, B Sinha
    International Journal of Mass Spectrometry, 419, 11-19, 2017.
    Citations: 32
  • Odd–even traffic rule implementation during winter 2016 in Delhi did not reduce traffic emissions of VOCs, carbon dioxide, methane and carbon monoxide
    BP Chandra, V Sinha, H Hakkim, A Kumar, H Pawar, AK Mishra, …
    Current Science, 114(6), 1318-1325, 2018.
    Citations: 27
  • Highly efficient and simultaneous remediation of heavy metal ions (Pb (II), Hg (II), As (V), As (III) and Cr (VI)) from water using Ce intercalated and ceria decorated titanate
    A Biswas, BP Chandra, C Prathibha
    Applied Surface Science, 612, 155841, 2023.
    Citations: 13
  • Optimization of a Method for the Detection of Biomass-Burning Relevant VOCs in Urban Areas using Thermal Desorption Gas Chromatography Mass Spectrometry
    BP Chandra, CD McClure, J Mulligan, DA Jaffe
    Atmosphere, 11(3), 276, 2020.
    Citations: 12
  • The Effect of Functional Group Polarity in Palladium Immobilized Multiwalled Carbon Nanotube Catalysis
    BP Chandra, Z Wu, SA Ntim, GN Rao, S Mitra
    Applied Sciences, 8, 1511, 2018.
    Citations: 10
  • Optimized LC-MS/MS method for simultaneous determination of endocrine disruptors and PAHs bound to PM2.5: Sources and health risk in Indo-Gangetic Plain
    DP Patnana, BP Chandra, P Chaudhary, B Sinha, V Sinha
    Atmospheric Environment, 290, 119363, 2022.
    Citations: 7
  • Activation of neem flower with CTAB for irreversible adsorption of methyl orange—isotherm, kinetics, and thermodynamics studies
    PJ Kumar, PS Raghavan, S Induja, BP Chandra, NK Kolli, …
    Biomass Conversion and Biorefinery, 14(16), 19693-19703, 2024.
    Citations: 4
  • Determination of Nylon 66 Microplastics in the Inhalable Fraction of Particulate Matter Using High-Performance Liquid Chromatography–Tandem Mass Spectrometry (HPLC-MS/MS)
    DP Patnana, P Tripathi, DA Jaffe, BP Chandra
    Analytical Letters, 57(14), 2343-2351, 2024.
    Citations: 1
  • Carcinogenicity and non-carcinogenicity health risks due to PM2.5 bound trace metals at a suburban site in Northwest Indo-Gangetic Plain
    DP Patnana, BP Chandra
    International Journal of Environmental Health Research, 1-12, 2024.
  • Determination of Airborne Microplastics using LC-MS/MS
    B Praphulla Chandra, D Prasad Patnana, P Tripathi
    EGU General Assembly Conference Abstracts, 2744, 2024.
  • Quantification of polyethylene terephthalate microplastics bound to PM2.5 using LC-MS/MS
    DP Patnana, BP Chandra
    AGU Fall Meeting Abstracts, 2023 (2625), A33H-2625.

 

Xue Qu | Agricultural Resources | Best Researcher Award

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Dr Xue Qu |  Agricultural Resources |  Best Researcher Award

Lecturer at  School of Management/Chengdu University of Information Technology, China

Dr. Xue Qu is a distinguished researcher at the School of Management, Chengdu University of Information Technology. She holds a bachelor’s and master’s degree from China Agricultural University and a doctoral degree from the University of Tokyo, funded by the China Scholarship Council. Her research focuses on agricultural resources, the environment, and food security, with specific interest in food loss and waste, agriculture outsourcing services, and resource and environmental footprints. Dr. Qu has published 12 papers in reputed journals such as Applied Economics and the Journal of Integrative Agriculture. She has participated in several significant projects funded by the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs and the State Administration of Grain. Dr. Qu’s work offers valuable insights into agricultural outsourcing’s impact on harvest losses, contributing empirical evidence for regulating moral hazards in these services as agricultural marketization expands in the future.

Profile:

🎓 Academic and Professional Background:

Dr. Xue Qu is currently affiliated with the School of Management at Chengdu University of Information Technology. She earned her bachelor’s and master’s degrees from China Agricultural University and her doctoral degree from the University of Tokyo under the China Scholarship Council’s funding. Her research interests span agricultural resources and environment, food security, food loss and waste, agriculture outsourcing service, and resource and environmental footprint. She has published 12 papers in esteemed journals such as Applied Economics, Journal of Integrative Agriculture, and Agriculture.

🔬 Research and Innovations:

Dr. Qu has been involved in several significant research projects, including the “Technology System for Modern Agricultural Industry—Rabbit Industry” funded by the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, and “Research on the Investigation and Evaluation Technology of Post-harvest Loss and Waste of Grain” funded by the State Administration of Grain.

📚 Publications and Contributions:

Dr. Qu has contributed significantly to the academic community with her research on rice harvest losses, food security, and agricultural sustainability. Her notable works include articles published in high-impact journals like Applied Economics and Agriculture, where she explores the effects of farming scale, mechanization, and outsourcing services on harvest losses in China. Additionally, she has authored a book chapter on field harvest losses in China.

🏆 Achievements and Recognitions:

With 94 citations on Google Scholar, Dr. Qu’s research has garnered attention and impact in her field. Her work provides empirical evidence on the moral hazards associated with agricultural outsourcing services, a crucial insight as the marketization of agricultural production continues to expand.

🌱 Areas of Research:

  • Food Security
  • Food Economy
  • Agricultural Sustainability

🤝 Collaborations and Memberships:

Dr. Qu collaborates with notable researchers such as Laping Wu, Daizo Kojima, Mitsuyoshi Ando, Yi Luo, Dong Huang, and Fangfang Cao, contributing to advancements in agricultural research.

Publication Top Notes:

  • Can Harvest Outsourcing Services Reduce Field Harvest Losses of Rice in China?
    QU Xue, D Kojima, Y Nishihara, L Wu, A Mitsuyoshi
    Journal of Integrative Agriculture, 20(5), 1396-1406, 2021 (Citations: 39)
  • The Losses in the Rice Harvest Process: A Review
    X Qu, D Kojima, L Wu, M Ando
    Sustainability, 13(17), 9627, 2021 (Citations: 16)
  • Impact of Rice Harvest Loss by Mechanization or Outsourcing: Comparison of Specialized and Part-Time Farmers
    X Qu, D Kojima, Y Nishihara, L Wu, M Ando
    Agricultural Economics/Zemědělská Ekonomika, 66(12), 2020 (Citations: 12)
  • Effects of Different Harvesting Ways on Grain Loss: Based on the Field Survey of 3251 Rural Households in China
    X LI, D HUANG, X QU, J ZHU
    Journal of Natural Resources, 35(5), 1043-1054, 2020 (Citations: 6)
  • Do Farming Scale and Mechanization Affect Moral Hazard in Rice Harvest Outsourcing Service in China?
    X Qu, D Kojima, L Wu, M Ando
    Agriculture, 12(8), 1205, 2022 (Citations: 5)
  • A Study of Rice Harvest Losses in China: Do Mechanization and Farming Scale Matter?
    X Qu, D Kojima, Y Nishihara, L Wu, M Ando
    Japanese Journal of Agricultural Economics, 23, 83-88, 2021 (Citations: 5)
  • Rice Harvest Losses Caused by Agency Slack in China: A Mediation Analysis
    X Qu, D Kojima, L Wu, M Ando
    Applied Economics, 55(10), 1129-1141, 2023 (Citations: 2)
  • An Inverse Relationship between Farm Size and Rice Harvest Loss: Evidence from China
    Y Luo, D Huang, X Qu, L Wu
    Land, 11(10), 1760, 2022 (Citations: 2)
  • Impacts of Work Attitude of Outsourcing Services on Food Losses: Evidence from Rice Harvest in China
    X Qu, D Kojima, L Wu, M Ando
    International Food and Agribusiness Management Review, 25(4), 587-599, 2022 (Citations: 1)
  • Does Outsourcing Skimp Work Attitude? Comparative Analysis between Business and Part-Time Farmers in China
    X Qu, D Kojima, L Wu, M Ando
    Japanese Journal of Farm Management, 60(2), 41-46, 2022 (Citations: 1)
  • Does Outsourcing Skimp Work Attitude?
    Q Xue, K Daizo, W Laping, A Mitsuyoshi
    Agricultural Economics Research, 60(2), 41-46, 2022
  • Harvest Loss Rate of Sweet Potato and Its Influencing Factors
    HY Han Yan, QX Qu Xue, HD Huang Dong, WLP Wu LaPing
    Southwest China Journal of Agricultural Sciences, 2019

 

Anup Kumar Mandal | Post harvest loss | Best Researcher Award

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Dr Anup Kumar Mandal |  Post harvest loss |  Best Researcher Award

Professor at  Patuakhali Science and Technology University, Dumki, Patuakhali,  Bangladesh

Dr. Anup Kumar Mandal is a Professor at the Department of Economics and Sociology, Faculty of Business Administration, Patuakhali Science and Technology University in Bangladesh. Born on February 2, 1983, he completed his PhD in Agricultural Economics from Patuakhali Science and Technology University in 2023. Dr. Mandal holds an MSc in Agricultural Economics (Marketing) from Bangladesh Agricultural University (2006) and a BSc in Agricultural Economics (Hons.) from the same institution (2004). He has been a Professor at PSTU since 2012.

Profile:

Education:

  • PhD in Agricultural Economics (2023) – Patuakhali Science and Technology University
  • MSc in Agricultural Economics (Marketing) (2006) – Bangladesh Agricultural University
  • BSc in Agricultural Economics (Hons.) (2004) – Bangladesh Agricultural University

Professional Experience:

  • Professor (2012–Present), Department of Economics and Sociology, Patuakhali Science and Technology University

Research Focus:

Dr. Mandal’s research includes supply chain analysis, value chain assessment, and post-harvest loss in agriculture and fisheries. His work spans topics such as milk market dynamics, fish value chains, and crop profitability.

Publication Top Notes:

  • “Prospects and Challenges of Yellow Flesh Pangasius in International Markets: Secondary and Primary Evidence from Bangladesh”
    Authors: Hoque, M.S., Haque, M.M., Nielsen, M., Badiuzzaman, Rahman, M.T., Hossain, M.
    Journal: Heliyon
    Volume: 14
    Year: 2021
  • “Value Chain Analysis of Dry Fish Marketing in Coastal Belt of Bangladesh”
    Author: AK Mandal
    Journal: International Journal of Fisheries and Aquatic Studies
    Volume: 9 (4)
    Pages: 217-222
    Year: 2021
  • “Supply Chain Analysis of Mud Crab (Scylla Serrata) in Bangladesh”
    Authors: H Bain, AK Mandal
    Journal: International Journal of Fisheries and Aquatic Studies
    Volume: 5 (1)
    Pages: 302-305
    Year: 2017
  • “Existing Value Chain Assessment of Mungbean Marketing in Selected Areas of Bangladesh”
    Authors: IMM Mandal, AK, Khan, M.A., Alamgir, M.S., Hoq, M.S., Kundu, N.D.
    Journal: Journal of Bangladesh Agricultural University
    Volume: 19 (4)
    Pages: 521-527
    Year: 2021
  • “Supply Chain Analysis of Wholesale Milk Market in Selected Areas of Dhaka District”
    Authors: AK Mandal, A Islam, SK Raha
    Journal: Bangladesh Agricultural University
    Volume: 6 (1)
    Pages: 205-213
    Year: 2008
  • “First Service Influencing Factors for Pregnancy Rate in Dairy Cows of Bangladesh”
    Authors: AK Paul, AK Mandal, MMR Chowdhury, PK Mitra, MA Samad, AA Maruf, …
    Journal: International Journal of Natural and Social Sciences
    Volume: 2 (3)
    Pages: 64-69
    Year: 2015
  • “Hedonic Price Analysis for Hog Plum Purchase Decision in Southern Part of Bangladesh”
    Authors: MAK Hossain, A., Hoq, M.S.
    Journal: Bangladesh Journal of Agricultural Research
    Volume: 46 (1)
    Pages: 107-116
    Year: 2021
  • “Value Addition Analysis of Participants of Wholesale Milk Market in Selected Areas of Dhaka District”
    Authors: AK Mandal, Badiuzzaman, SK Raha
    Journal: Patuakhali Science and Technology University
    Volume: 4 (2)
    Pages: 21-27
    Year: 2013
  • “Factors Influencing Brand Switching in Mobile Telecommunication Industry in Bangladesh”
    Author: AK Mandal
    Journal: World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews
    Volume: 21 (3)
    Pages: 1779-1788
    Year: 2024
  • “Post-Harvest Losses and Marketing Performance Analysis of Dry Chili Marketing in Selected Areas of Bangladesh”
    Authors: AK Mandal, MS Hoq
    Journal: Patuakhali Science and Technology University
    Volume: 9 (1 & 2)
    Pages: 179-184
    Year: 2018
  • “Determinants of Watching a Film: A Case Study on Dhallywood Film Industry, Bangladesh”
    Authors: MF Easmin, A Hossain, AK Mandal
    Journal: [Journal Name]
    Volume: [Volume]
    Pages: [Pages]
    Year: 2014
  • “Post-Harvest Losses in Marine Fisheries of Bangladesh”
    Authors: AK Mandal, MMO Rashid, MSK Sarkar, Badiuzzaman, MT Rahaman
    Journal: Heliyon
    Volume: 10
    Year: 2024
  • “Quantitative and Qualitative Post-Harvest Loss of Hilsa (Tenualosa ilisha)”
    Authors: AK Mandal, S Roy, PP Majumder, MS Hoque
    Journal: [Journal Name]
    Volume: [Volume]
    Pages: [Pages]
    Year: 2024
  • “Performance Evaluation and Ratio Analysis of Pharmaceutical Companies in Bangladesh”
    Author: AK Mandal
    Journal: Journal of Patuakhali Science and Technology University
    Volume: 11 (1)
    Pages: 131-143
    Year: 2021
  • “Mud Crab (Scylla Serrata) Value Addition Analysis of Different Actors in Bangladesh”
    Authors: SMAAMS Bain, H, Mandal, AK, Islam, MM
    Journal: American Journal of Agricultural Science, Engineering and Technology
    Volume: 5 (2)
    Pages: 275-289
    Year: 2021
  • “Customer Decision for Choosing a Restaurant: A Study on Khulna City”
    Author: AK Mandal
    Journal: Global Journal of Management and Business Research: E Marketing
    Volume: 21 (Issue 3)
    Year: 2021
  • “Principles of Economics”
    Authors: MM Hossain, ATMR Haque, AK Mandal
    Year: 2017
  • “Existing Value Chain Assessment of Dry Chilli Marketing in Selected Areas of Bangladesh”
    Authors: MS Hoq, AK Mandal, A Hossain
    Journal: Journal of Patuakhali Science and Technology University
    Volume: 8 (1)
    Pages: 71-78
    Year: 2017
  • “Value Added Analysis of Different Street Hawkers in Selected Areas of Barisal Division in Bangladesh”
    Authors: AK Ghosh, AK Mandal, Badiuzzaman
    Journal: Imperial Journal of Interdisciplinary Research (IJIR)
    Volume: 3 (12)
    Pages: 272-291
    Year: 2017
  • “Impacts of PSTU One Stop Service on the Farmer’s Socio-Economic Condition in Dumki Upazila Under Patuakhali”
    Authors: Badiuzzaman, MM Hossain, MSK Sarkar, AK Mandal, A Hossain
    Journal: Patuakhali Science and Technology University
    Volume: 6 (1)
    Pages: 1-11
    Year: 2015

 

Yeongmi Jang | Agriculture | Best Researcher Award

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Dr Yeongmi Jang |  Agriculture |  Best Researcher Award

PhD at  Chungnam National University, South Korea

Yeongmi Jang is a PhD candidate in the Department of Crop Science at Chungnam National University, Republic of Korea, expecting to complete her degree in August. Her research focuses on Ecology, and she has contributed to various scientific journals, including MDPI publications such as Plants, Agronomy, and Agriculture. Although she has not yet accrued professional work experience, her scholarly efforts have earned her a citation index of 19. Yeongmi is in the process of developing her professional network and contributions, with no current consultancy, publications, or patents to her name.

Profile:

Academic Background:

Yeongmi Jang will complete a PhD in August from Chungnam National University, focusing on Ecology. Although Yeongmi does not have work experience yet, their academic journey promises future contributions to the field.

Research Focus:

Yeongmi Jang’s research in agriculture predominantly explores the effects of environmental stressors and agronomic practices on crop growth and physiology. Key areas of investigation include the impact of long-term salinity stress on mono and mixed crops, and the role of magnesium and calcium sulfate in mitigating such stress in forage crops. Jang has also contributed to understanding the effects of planting density and nitrogen fertilization on forage rice growth in both reclaimed and conventional paddy fields. Additionally, their research addresses the optimal harvest times for maximizing forage value and yield of winter crops and forage rice in South Korea. This work aims to enhance agricultural productivity and sustainability in challenging environmental conditions.

Publication Top Notes:

1. Evaluating the Effects of Long-Term Salinity Stress on the Growth and Physiology of Mono and Mixed Crops
Journal: Agronomy
Date: 2024-01-27
DOI: 10.3390/agronomy14020287
Contributors: Khulan Sharavdorj; Ser-Oddamba Byambadorj; Yeongmi Jang; Youngjik Ahn; Jin-Woong Cho

2. Effects of Planting Density and Nitrogen Fertilization on the Growth of Forage Rice in Reclaimed and General Paddy Fields
Journal: Plants
Date: 2023-12-19
DOI: 10.3390/plants13010013
Contributors: Yeongmi Jang; Khulan Sharavdorj; Youngjik Ahn; Jinwoong Cho

3. Effects of Planting Density and Nitrogen Fertilization on the Growth of Forage Rice in Reclaimed and General Paddy Fields
Date: 2023-11-08
Preprint DOI: 10.20944/preprints202311.0454.v1
Contributors: Yeongmi Jang; Khulan Sharavdorj; Youngjik Ahn; Jinwoong Cho

4. Application of Magnesium and Calcium Sulfate on Growth and Physiology of Forage Crops under Long-Term Salinity Stress
Journal: Plants
Date: 2022-12-18
DOI: 10.3390/plants11243576
Contributors: Khulan Sharavdorj; Ser-Oddamba Byambadorj; Yeongmi Jang; Jin-Woong Cho

5. Growth and Forage Value of Two Forage Rice Cultivars According to Harvest Time in Reclaimed Land of South Korea
Journal: Agronomy
Date: 2022-12-08
DOI: 10.3390/agronomy12123118
Contributors: Yeongmi Jang; Khulan Sharavdorj; Priscilla Nadalin; Suhwan Lee; Jinwoong Cho

6. Effects of Harvest Time on the Yield and Forage Value of Winter Forage Crops in Reclaimed Lands of Korea
Journal: Agriculture
Date: 2022-06-09
DOI: 10.3390/agriculture12060830
Contributors: Yeongmi Jang; Bumsik Choi; Khulan Sharavdorj; Suhwan Lee; Jinwoong Cho

 

Monika Skowrońska | Agricultural | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc Prof Dr Monika Skowrońska |  Agricultural  |  Best Researcher Award

PhD, DSc, Assoc. Prof. at  Department of Agricultural and Environmental Chemistry, University of Life Sciences in Lublin, Poland

Dr. Monika Skowrońska is an accomplished academic and researcher specializing in agricultural and environmental chemistry. With over two decades of experience at the University of Life Sciences in Lublin, she has progressed from a Teaching and Research Assistant in 1997 to her current position as an Associate Professor, a role she has held since 2019.

 

Profile:

Education and Training:

2019: Doctor habilitatus (Post-doctoral Degree). 2009: Post-graduate studies in Management of research projects and development work, Catholic University of Lublin. 2003: Ph.D. in Agricultural Sciences, University of Life Sciences in Lublin. 1998: Post-graduate studies in Management and Marketing, Technical University of Lublin. 1997: M.Sc. in Environmental Protection, University of Life Sciences in Lublin

Professional Experience:

2024-present: Project Manager, Healthy Soil Chemistry (SOSoil), HuMUS project. 2023-present: Task Manager, REDUCOST, National Fund for Environmental Protection and Water Management. Various roles as an expert and project partner with entities like the European Green Deal, WWF, and the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development.

Honours and Awards:

Multiple Rector’s Awards for organizational and scientific achievements. Scientific award for her book on soil acidification and liming. OECD Fellowship and the prestigious Dr. and Mrs. A. S. Dekaban Foundation Scholarship

Agricultural Research Focus:

Dr. Monika Skowrońska is an expert in agricultural and environmental chemistry, with a particular focus on sustainable agricultural practices, soil chemistry, and nutrient management. Her research spans various critical areas:

  1. Soil Chemistry and Health:
    • Soil Acidification and Liming: Dr. Skowrońska has conducted extensive research on soil acidification and its mitigation through liming, which earned her a scientific award in the Lublin region.
    • Healthy Soil Chemistry: Currently, she leads the “Healthy Soil – Healthy Soil Chemistry (SOSoil)” project, which is part of the broader HuMUS project aimed at promoting healthy municipal soils.
  2. Nutrient Management:
    • Carbon and Nitrogen Cycles: She has managed projects investigating the transformation processes of nitrogen and carbon in soil, focusing on the effects of organic waste and plant residue applications.
    • Fertilizer Development: Dr. Skowrońska has worked on developing environmentally friendly fertilizers, including technologies for producing potassium thiosulphate and multi-component fertilizers.
  3. Climate Change Mitigation:
    • Adaptation Practices: As an expert for the World Wildlife Fund (WWF), she has analyzed the economic and environmental value of adaptation and mitigation practices to address climate change.
    • Climate Care Cattle Farming System: She contributed to the CCCFarming project, which integrates climate-friendly practices in cattle farming.
  4. Pollution Reduction:
    • Air Pollution Emissions: Dr. Skowrońska is involved in the REDUCOST project, which assesses the potential for reducing air pollution emissions from agricultural practices, considering technical, financial, and social aspects.
  5. Sustainable Agriculture:
    • Low-Workload Systems: She has been a main contractor for projects developing low-workload and environment-friendly fertilization systems, particularly for crops like maize.
  6. International Collaboration:
    • Global Networks: Dr. Skowrońska is an active member of international networks and working groups, such as the Coalition of Action 4 Soil Health (CA4SH) and the European Compost Network, contributing to global efforts in sustainable agriculture and soil health.

Through her comprehensive research, Dr. Skowrońska aims to enhance sustainable agricultural practices, improve soil health, and mitigate the environmental impacts of farming, thus contributing significantly to the field of agricultural and environmental chemistry.

Citations:

  • Citations: 335 citations by 331 documents.
  • Publications: 22 documents.
  • h-index: 8 (indicating significant influence in her field).

Publication Top Notes:

  • The mineral fertilizer-dependent chemical parameters of soil acidification under field conditions
    • Authors: Tkaczyk, P., Mocek-Płóciniak, A., Skowrońska, M., Kuśmierz, S., Zawierucha, E.
    • Journal: Sustainability (Switzerland), 2020, 12(17), 7165
    • Citations: 20
    • Summary: This open-access article examines the effects of mineral fertilizers on soil acidification under field conditions. It provides insights into how different fertilizers impact soil chemistry and the long-term implications for soil health.
  • Hemp-based phytoaccumulation of heavy metals from municipal sewage sludge and phosphogypsum under field conditions
    • Authors: Zielonka, D., Szulc, W., Skowrońska, M., Rutkowska, B., Russel, S.
    • Journal: Agronomy, 2020, 10(6), 907
    • Citations: 13
    • Summary: This open-access study explores the use of hemp for the phytoaccumulation of heavy metals from municipal sewage sludge and phosphogypsum. The research highlights hemp’s potential for environmental remediation.
  • An integrated assessment of the long-term impact of municipal sewage sludge on the chemical and biological properties of soil
    • Authors: Skowrońska, M., Bielińska, E.J., Szymański, K., Antonkiewicz, J., Kołodziej, B.
    • Journal: Catena, 2020, 189, 104484
    • Citations: 52
    • Summary: This article provides an in-depth assessment of the long-term effects of municipal sewage sludge on soil properties. It discusses both chemical and biological changes in soil, offering valuable data for sustainable soil management practices.
  • Cultivar and foliar feeding of plants as factors determining the chemical composition of spelt (Triticum aestivum ssp. spelta L.) grain
    • Authors: Andruszczak, S., Kraska, P., Kwiecińska-Poppe, E., Skowrońska, M.
    • Journal: Applied Ecology and Environmental Research, 2020, 18(2), pp. 2949–2958
    • Citations: 1
    • Summary: This open-access study investigates how different cultivars and foliar feeding methods influence the chemical composition of spelt grain. It offers practical insights for improving crop quality and nutritional value.

 

Vlasios Goulas | Agricultural Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Assist Prof Dr Vlasios Goulas |  Agricultural Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Academic at Cyprus University of Technology 

Dr. Vlasios Goulas, born on May 10, 1980, in Greece, is an Assistant Professor specializing in Natural Products Analysis and Processing. He currently serves at the Department of Agricultural Sciences, Biotechnology & Food Science at the Cyprus University of Technology.

Profile:

Education:

Dr. Goulas earned his Ph.D. in Chemistry from the University of Ioannina in 2009, graduating with excellence. His doctoral research focused on using hyphenated chromatographic techniques for the rapid screening and identification of antioxidants in pharmaceutical plants, under the supervision of Prof. I.P. Gerothanassis. He also holds a Ptychion in Chemistry, with a major in Food Chemistry, from the same university, where he graduated in 2004 with very good distinction. Additionally, he received certification in Enology in 2004.

Professional Experience:

Dr. Goulas has been an integral part of the Cyprus University of Technology since 2010. He initially joined as a Post-Doctoral Research Associate and later served as Special Teaching Staff in Food Chemistry and Analysis until mid-2021. Since July 2021, he has been an Assistant Professor at the same institution.

Research Focus in Agricultural Sciences:

Dr. Vlasios Goulas, an Assistant Professor at the Cyprus University of Technology, focuses his research on the analysis and processing of natural products within the field of Agricultural Sciences. His expertise includes: Natural Products Analysis: Investigating bioactive compounds in agricultural and food products. Developing and applying advanced chromatographic techniques (LC-SPE-NMR, LC-MS, HPLC-DPPH) for the identification and quantification of antioxidants and other phytochemicals. Food Chemistry: Studying the chemical composition and properties of foods, particularly focusing on the bioactive components that contribute to nutritional and health benefits. Enhancing the quality and safety of food products through innovative processing methods. Pharmaceutical Plants: Exploring the medicinal properties of various plants used in traditional and modern medicine. Isolating and characterizing active compounds that can be used in pharmaceutical applications. Dr. Goulas’s research aims to enhance the understanding of natural products and their applications in food science and agriculture, promoting health benefits and improving food quality and safety.

Citations:

  • Total Citations: 3,277
  • Citations Since 2019: 2,161
  • h-index: 27
  • h-index Since 2019: 23
  • i10-index: 49
  • i10-index Since 2019: 42

Publication Top Notes: