Latif Ahmad Peer | Plant Science | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Latif Ahmad Peer  | Plant Science | Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor at University of Kashmir, India

Dr. Latif Ahmad Peer is an Associate Professor in the Department of Botany at the University of Kashmir, specializing in plant morphogenesis and climate-smart agriculture. He earned his Ph.D. in Botany in 2022 with research focused on morphogenetic assessment in Zea mays L., contributing to sustainable agricultural practices. With over two decades of academic and teaching experience, Dr. Peer has served in various roles, progressing from Lecturer to Associate Professor since 2007.

Profile:

🎓 Academic Journey:

Dr. Latif Ahmad Peer earned his Ph.D. in Botany from the University of Kashmir in 2022, with a thesis titled “Morphogenetic assessment in Zea mays L. with reference to climate smart agriculture.” He also holds a Master’s degree in Botany (2003) and a Bachelor’s in Biology and Chemistry (2001).

👨‍🏫 Academic Roles & Experience:

With over 20 years of teaching and research experience, Dr. Peer currently serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Botany, University of Kashmir. He has previously worked as a Lecturer and Assistant Professor, contributing significantly to both undergraduate and postgraduate education.

🔬 Research Focus:

His research interests center around climate-smart agriculture, morphogenetic plant analysis, and the adaptation of Zea mays L. (maize) to environmental stress, with an emphasis on improving crop resilience and sustainability.

🏛️ University Service & Leadership:

Dr. Peer plays an active role in the university’s academic and administrative activities:

  • Academic & Career Counsellor

  • Member of UG/PG Boards of Studies

  • Incharge of the Computer Lab & Department Auditorium

  • Member of Research and Admission Committees

🌱 Impact & Vision:

Dedicated to sustainable agricultural development and botanical innovation, Dr. Peer’s work contributes to environmentally adaptive farming practices in the Himalayan region and beyond.

Publication Top Notes:

  • Floral Induction Pathways: Decision Making and Determination in Plants to Flower – A Comprehensive Review

  • High Temperature Triggered Plant Responses From Whole Plant to Cellular Level

  • Potential Antioxidant Activity of Some Mushrooms Growing in Kashmir Valley

  • Traditional Uses, Phytochemistry, Pharmacology, and Toxicology of the Genus Artemisia L. (Asteraceae): A High-Value Medicinal Plant

  • Phenolic Content, Antioxidant and Allelopathic Potential of Artemisia brevifolia Wall. ex DC. Across the Elevations of Western Himalayan Region of Ladakh

  • Phytochemistry, Pharmacological Activities, and Ethnomedicinal Importance of the Highly Valuable Endangered Plant, Podophyllum hexandrum: A Comprehensive Review

  • Rhizosphere Mycobiome Diversity of Medicinal Plants: A Review

  • Genetic, Molecular and Physiological Crosstalk During Drought Tolerance in Maize (Zea mays): Pathways to Resilient Agriculture

  • Repurposing of Plant-Based Antiviral Molecules for the Treatment of COVID-19

  • Drought Stress-Induced Impact on Morpho-Physiological Traits in Maize Landraces of Kashmir

  • Phytochemistry, Biological Properties, Economic and Ecological Importance of Taraxacum officinale: A Review

  • Genetic Diversity Analysis in Maize Landraces Under Temperate Ecology

  • Phytochemistry, Biological Activity and Medicinal Importance of Urtica dioica: A Review

  • Self-Incompatibility Patterns and Signal Transduction

  • Medicinal Plants of the Himalayan Tral Region of Kashmir, India: An Ethnobotanical Study of Their Diversity, Use Patterns, and Health Implications

  • Maize Characterization: From Genotyping to High-Throughput Phenotyping

  • Effect of Plant Growth Promoting Bacillus Species on the Growth of Blue Pine Seedlings

  • Cowpea Wild Relatives for Cowpea Sustainability Through Introgression Breeding

  • Harnessing Phytohormone Dynamics to Fortify Crop Resilience Against Drought: A Comprehensive Review

  • Comprehensive Morphological Characterization of Cowpea (Vigna unguiculata (L.) Walp.) Genotypes for Enhanced Breeding Programs in Jammu and Kashmir

 

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

 

 

Akın Un | Fertilizer | Best Researcher Award

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Mr Akın Un | Fertilizer | Best Researcher Award

Researcher at Soil, Fertilizer and Water Resources Institute,  Turkey

Akın Ün is an accomplished agriculturist and researcher specializing in soil science, irrigation systems, and agroecology. With a Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture from Mustafa Kemal University, he has over 15 years of experience in agricultural research. Currently, he serves as a researcher at the Soil, Fertilizer, and Water Resources Central Research Institute in Ankara, Türkiye.

Profile: 

Education:

Mustafa Kemal University

  • Bachelor’s Degree, Faculty of Agriculture (2007-2009)

Professional Experience:

Soil, Fertilizer and Water Resources Central Research Institute, Ankara, Türkiye

  • Researcher (2025 – Present)

GAP Agricultural Research Institute, Şanlıurfa, Türkiye

  • Researcher, Republic of Turkey Ministry of Food, Agriculture and Livestock (2016 – 2025)

Private Sector, Ankara, Türkiye

  • Engineer, Drawing Sketches of Automatic Irrigation System (2012 – 2013)
  • Construction Supervisor (2010 – 2012)

Skills & Expertise:

  • Agroecology & Soil Health
  • Irrigation Systems & Water Management
  • Climate Change & Soil Conservation
  • Sustainable Agriculture
  • Project Coordination & Research Leadership

Publication Top Notes:

A comparative study of agroecological intensification across diverse European agricultural systems to assess soil structure and carbon dynamics

Ahmed Mohamed El-Bondkly | Agricultural Research | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr Ahmed Mohamed El-Bondkly | Agricultural Research |  Best Researcher Award

Professor at Biotechnology Research Institute / National Research Centre, Egypt

Dr. Ahmed El-Bondkly is a distinguished professor in the Genetics and Cytology Department at the National Research Centre (NRC) in Egypt. His academic journey began with a B.Sc. in Genetics from Tanta University, Egypt, followed by an M.Sc. and Ph.D. in Genetics, focusing on genetic transformation in fungi and cellulase productivity. In 2008, he completed postdoctoral research in marine microbiology at IFM-GEOMAR, Kiel, Germany.

Profile:

🎓 Academic Qualifications:

  • B.Sc. in Genetics – Faculty of Agriculture, Kafr El-Sheikh, Tanta University, Egypt (1991)
  • M.Sc. in Genetics – Faculty of Agriculture, Kafr El-Sheikh, Tanta University, Egypt (1997)
    Thesis: Protoplast fusion in Cephalosporium acremonium and its effect on antibiotic production
  • Ph.D. in Genetics – Faculty of Agriculture, Kafr El-Sheikh, Tanta University, Egypt (2002)
    Thesis: Genetic transformation in Trichoderma reesei to improve cellulase productivity
  • Postdoctoral Studies – IFM-GEOMAR, Kiel, Germany (2008)
    Research: Using molecular genetics techniques in marine microorganisms

💼 Professional Experience:

  • Professor – National Research Centre, Egypt (2013–Present)
  • Associate Professor – National Research Centre, Egypt (2007–2013)
  • Researcher – National Research Centre, Egypt (2002–2007)
  • Assistant Researcher – National Research Centre, Egypt (1997–2002)
  • Researcher Assistant – National Research Centre, Egypt (1993–1997)

🧪 Research Interests:

  • Microbial genetics
  • Genetic transformation and biotechnology techniques
  • Marine microbiology and molecular genetics
  • Biodegradation and environmental biotechnology

🏆 Awards:

  • NRC Prize for Scientific Contribution (Biotechnology) – 2012
  • Who’s Who in Science and Engineering (2007–2011) – Marquis Who’s Who, USA
  • Who’s Who in Medicine and Healthcare (2008) – The International Who’s Who, USA

📝 Editorial Memberships:

  • Advancements in Genetic Engineering
  • Biotechnology and Bioprocess Engineering
  • Journal of Agricultural Biotechnology and Sustainable Development (JABSD)
  • International Journal of Genetics and Genomics
  • Applied Microbiology: Theory & Technology

👥 Research Projects:

  • International Project (OTKA, Hungary) – Investigation of Trichoderma strains in mushroom cultivation
  • National Research Centre Projects – Genetic improvement of enzymes, microorganisms, and bioconversion of agricultural wastes
  • Principal Investigator – Treatment and reuse of industrial wastewater (2019–2021)

Citations:

  • Citations: 884
  • Documents: 674
  • h-index: 18
  • Number of documents: 35

Publication Top Notes:

  • Agro-Industrial Wastes as Low-Cost Production Media for the Phytochemical Constitutes and Biological Activity of Cadophora sp. (strain MERV20-1)
    Agricultural Research, 2025-01-23 | Journal article
    DOI: 10.1007/s40003-024-00837-0
    Contributors: Mervat Morsy Abbas Ahmed El-Gendy, Asmaa A. Abd El-galil, Ahmed Mohamed Ahmed El-Bondkly
  • Evaluation of Multidrug Resistance in the Gram-Negative Microbiome of Cancer Patients and the Adverse Effects of Their Metabolites on Albino Rats and Epithelial or Fibroblasts Cell Lines
    Infectious Agents and Cancer, 2025-01-16 | Journal article
    DOI: 10.1186/s13027-024-00634-y
    Contributors: Mervat Morsy Abbas Ahmed El-Gendy, Huda Ahmed Alghamdi, Khaled G. Abdel-Wahhab, Nabila S. Hassan, Aya A. M. El-Bondkly, Mohammed Abdel-Wahab, Ayman A. Farghaly, Ahmed Mohamed Ahmed El-Bondkly
  • Bioremoval of Heavy Metals from Aqueous Solution Using Dead Biomass of Indigenous Fungi Derived from Fertilizer Industry Effluents: Isotherm Models Evaluation and Batch Optimization
    BioMetals, 2023 | Journal article
    DOI: 10.1007/s10534-023-00520-x
    Contributors: El-Gendy, M.M.A.A.; Abdel-Moniem, S.M.; Ammar, N.S.; El-Bondkly, A.M.A.
  • Multimetal Bioremediation from Aqueous Solution Using Dead Biomass of Mucor sp. NRCC6 Derived from Detergent Manufacturing Effluent
    Journal of Applied Genetics, 2023 | Journal article
    DOI: 10.1007/s13353-023-00765-9
    Contributors: El-Gendy, M.M.A.A.; Abdel-Moniem, S.M.; Ammar, N.S.; El-Bondkly, A.M.A.
  • Assessment of the Phylogenetic Analysis and Antimicrobial, Antiviral, and Anticancer Activities of Marine Endophytic Streptomyces Species of the Soft Coral Sarcophyton convolutum
    International Microbiology, 2022 | Journal article
    DOI: 10.1007/s10123-021-00204-x
    Contributors: El-Gendy, M.M.A.A.; Yahya, S.M.M.; Hamed, A.R.; El-Bondkly, A.M.A.

 

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

 

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