Samuel Agele | Agriculture | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Samuel Agele | Agriculture | Best Researcher Award

Professor at ย Federal University of Technology Akure, ย Nigeria

Prof. Agele Samuel Ohikhena is a distinguished Plant Physiologist and Ecologist with expertise in crop physiology, irrigation management, and climate adaptation strategies for sustainable agriculture. He holds a B.Agric. degree, an M.Sc. in Desert Science, a Ph.D. in Crop Physiology, and a Postgraduate Certificate in Protected Crops & Irrigation (Israel).

Profile:

๐ŸŽ“ Academic Background:

He holds a B.Agric., an M.Sc. in Desert Science, and a Ph.D. in Crop Physiology. Additionally, he obtained a Postgraduate Certificate in Protected Crops & Irrigation from Israel.

๐ŸŽ“ Supervision & Academic Contributions:

Prof. Agele has supervised numerous undergraduate projects, over 25 master’s theses, and about 15 Ph.D. dissertations.

๐Ÿ›๏ธ Administrative & Research Leadership:

He has actively contributed to FUTAโ€™s academic administration and served in leadership roles, including:
๐Ÿ”น Head of Department (Crop, Soil & Pest Management, FUTA) (2013-2016)
๐Ÿ”น Dean (Faculty of Agriculture, University of Africa, Toru Orua, Bayelsa State) (2017-2019)
๐Ÿ”น Scholar (World Bank Step B Centre of Excellence in Food Security)
๐Ÿ”น Coordinator (West African Agriculture Productivity Programme – WAAPP, FUTA)
๐Ÿ”น Researcher (EU-AU Capacity4Food Project & Integrated Soil Fertility Management, FUTA)

๐ŸŒ International Training & Collaborations:

Prof. Agele has undergone training in Nigeria, Belgium, Israel, and Germany, contributing to international agricultural research efforts.

๐Ÿ… Professional Memberships:

He is a member of various prestigious scientific organizations, including:
๐Ÿ”ธ International Horticultural Science Society (HIS)
๐Ÿ”ธ International Soil Conservation Organization
๐Ÿ”ธ International & African Crop Science Society
๐Ÿ”ธ Soil Science Society of Nigeria
๐Ÿ”ธ Agricultural Society of Nigeria
๐Ÿ”ธ International Society for Irrigation and Drainage
๐Ÿ”ธ Urban Climate Research Group

๐Ÿ“– Publications & Research Impact:

Prof. Agele has authored several book chapters and journal articles, with notable contributions to:
โœ… Cacao agronomy & microclimate adaptation ๐ŸŒฑ๐Ÿซ
โœ… Smallholder irrigation & climate resilience ๐Ÿšฐ๐ŸŒพ
โœ… Urban forestry & biochar applications ๐ŸŒณ๐ŸŒ
โœ… Water management & drought stress mitigation ๐Ÿ’ง๐ŸŒพ
โœ… Climate change, food security & soil fertility management ๐ŸŒŽ๐ŸŒฑ

Citation Metrics:

  • Total Citations: 1,510

  • Citations Since 2020: 670

  • h-index: 22

  • h-index Since 2020: 13

  • i10-index: 38

  • i10-index Since 2020: 19

Publication Top Notes:

  • Assessing Crop Model Improvements Through Comparison of Sorghum (Sorghum bicolor L. Moench) Simulation Models: A Case Study of West African Varieties
    FM Akinseye, M Adam, SO Agele, MP Hoffmann, PCS Traore, …
    Field Crops Research 201, 19-31 (2017)

  • Effects of Tillage and Mulching on the Growth, Development, and Yield of Late-Season Tomato (Lycopersicon esculentum L.) in the Humid South of Nigeria
    SO Agele, GO Iremiren, SO Ojeniyi
    The Journal of Agricultural Science 134 (1), 55-59 (2000)

  • Effects of Plant Density and Mulching on the Performance of Late-Season Tomato (Lycopersicon esculentum) in Southern Nigeria
    SO Agele, GO Iremiren, SO Ojeniyi
    The Journal of Agricultural Science 133 (4), 397-402 (1999)

  • Insecticidal Activity of Powders of Some Nigerian Plants Against the Maize Weevil (Sitophilus zeamais Motsch)
    L Lajide, CO Adedire, WA Muse, SO Agele
    (1998)

  • Improving Sorghum Productivity Under Changing Climatic Conditions: A Modelling Approach
    FM Akinseye, HA Ajeigbe, PCS Traore, SO Agele, B Zemadim, …
    Field Crops Research 246, 107685 (2020)

  • Effects of Tillage and Manure Application on Soil Physicochemical Properties and Yield of Maize Grown on a Degraded Intensively Tilled Alfisol in Southwestern Nigeria
    AJ Adeyemo, SO Agele
    Journal of Soil Science and Environmental Management 1 (8), 205-216 (2010)

  • Evaluation of the Onset and Length of Growing Season to Define Planting Date: A Case Study for Mali (West Africa)
    FM Akinseye, SO Agele, PCS Traore, M Adam, AM Whitbread
    Theoretical and Applied Climatology 124, 973-983 (2016)

  • Effects of Some Soil Management Systems on Soil Physical Properties, Microbial Biomass, and Nutrient Distribution Under Rainfed Maize Production in a Humid Rainforest Alfisol
    SO Agele, BS Ewulo, IK Oyewusi
    Nutrient Cycling in Agroecosystems 72, 121-134 (2005)

  • Effects of Synthetic Hormone Substitutes and Genotypes on Rooting and Mini Tuber Production of Vine Cuttings Obtained From White Yam (Dioscorea rotundata, Poir)
    SO Agele, TG Ayankanmi, H Kikuno
    African Journal of Biotechnology 9 (30), 4714-4724 (2010)

  • Effects of Watering Regimes on Aphid Infestation and Performance of Selected Varieties of Cowpea (Vigna unguiculata L. Walp) in a Humid Rainforest Zone of Nigeria
    SO Agele, TI Ofuya, PO James
    Crop Protection 25 (1), 73-78 (2006)

  • Sunflower Responses to Weather Variations in Rainy and Dry Cropping Seasons in a Tropical Rainforest Zone
    SO Agele
    International Journal of Biotronics 32, 17-33 (2003)

  • Evapotranspiration, Water Use Efficiency, and Yield of Rainfed and Irrigated Tomato
    SO Agele, GO Iremiren, SO Ojeniyi
    International Journal of Agriculture & Biology 13 (4) (2011)

  • Organic Amendment of an Ultisol: Effects on Soil Properties, Growth, and Yield of Maize in Southern Guinea Savanna Zone of Nigeria
    K Ogundare, S Agele, P Aiyelari
    International Journal of Recycling of Organic Waste in Agriculture 1, 1-7 (2012)

  • Effects of Season of Sowing on Water Use and Yield of Tomato in the Humid South of Nigeria
    SO Agele, A Olufayo, GO Iremiren
    African Crop Science Society (2002)

  • Effect of Some Mulch Materials on Soil Physical Properties, Growth, and Yield of Sunflower (Helianthus annuus L.)
    SO Agele, JB Olaore, FA Akinbode
    Advances in Environmental Biology, 368-376 (2010)

  • Effects of Variety and Row Spacing on Radiation Interception, Partitioning of Dry Matter, and Seed Set Efficiency in Late-Season Sunflower (Helianthus annuus L.)
    SO Agele, IO Maraiyesa, IA Adeniji (2007)

  • Agricultural Wastes and Mineral Fertilizer on Soil and Plant Nutrient Status, Growth, and Yield of Tomato
    SO Agele, AJ Adeyemo, IB Famuwagun
    Archives of Agronomy and Soil Science 57 (1), 91-104 (2011)

  • Ability of Ovipositing Callosobruchus maculatus Females to Discriminate Between Seeds Bearing Their Own Eggs and Those Bearing Eggs of Other Females
    T Ofuya, S Agele (1989)

  • Effects of Spent Engine Oil Polluted Soil and Organic Amendment on Soil Chemical Properties, Microflora, and Growth of Telfairia occidentalis (Hook f.)
    AU Osaigbovo, KE Law-Ogbomo, SO Agele
    Bayero Journal of Pure and Applied Sciences 6 (1), 72-78 (2013)

  • Effects of Shade on Microclimate, Canopy Characteristics, and Light Integrals in Dry Season Field-Grown Cocoa (Theobroma cacao L.) Seedlings
    S Agele, B Famuwagun, A Ogunleye
    Journal of Horticultural Sciences 11 (1), 47-56 (2016)

 

 

Bashir Olaniyi Sadiq | Smart Agri Awards | Best Researcher Award

Assoc Prof Dr. Bashir Olaniyi Sadiq | Smart Agri Awards | Best Researcher Award

Assoc Prof Dr. Bashir Olaniyi Sadiq, Kampala International University , Uganda

Assoc. Prof Dr. Bashir Olaniyi Sadiq currently serves as an Associate Professor and Director of ICT at Kampala International University, Uganda, starting in July 2024. He is also affiliated with the Department of Electrical, Telecommunication & Computer Engineering. His duties include conducting research using advanced equipment, curriculum review, and supervising students in fields like computer communications, IoT, image processing, and ad hoc networks. Additionally, he teaches both undergraduate and postgraduate students in various electrical and computer engineering courses.

Publication profile

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Academic Qualificationsย 

Dr. Bashir holds a PhD in Computer Engineering (2018) from Ahmadu Bello University Zaria, where he developed a routing protocol for light fidelity-based indoor flying ad hoc networks. He also holds a Master’s in Computer Engineering (2015) from the same university, where his thesis focused on improving edge detection algorithms using Particle Swarm Optimization. He earned his B. Eng in Electrical Engineering in 2011, with a project on TCP and UDP protocol service level analysis.

 

Professional Qualifications

Dr. Bashir has completed various certifications, including the ICT Application in Higher Education (2021) from the Ministry of Commerce, China, and the Huawei Certified Information Professional (HCIP) certification (2020) from Huawei Academy. Additionally, he has been recognized as a Huawei Certified Academy Instructor.

Awards

Dr. Bashirโ€™s research contributions have been recognized with several awards, including the TETFUND Institution-based Research Grant (2019), where he was the Principal Researcher. He also received the Excellent Instructor Award from the Huawei ICT Academy in 2018 and the Petroleum Development Trust Fund (PTDF) Local PhD Scholarship Scheme in 2017.

Research Interests

His research interests include Computer Communications & Networks, Image Processing, Ad hoc Networks, and Computer Engineering Applications. His work focuses on developing and improving network protocols, edge detection algorithms, and integrating new technologies such as IoT into these systems.

Teaching Experience

Dr. Bashir has an extensive teaching portfolio, which includes courses like Advanced Data Analysis, Biomedical Signal and Image Processing, and Computational Modeling and Artificial Intelligence at Kampala International University. At Ahmadu Bello University Zaria, he taught a wide array of subjects, including Network Technology, Digital Signal Processing, and Operating Systems.

Honor Societies

He is a registered member of various prestigious engineering societies, including the Council for the Regulation of Engineers (COREN), the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), the International Association of Engineers (IAENG), and the Nigerian Society of Engineers.

Publication Top Notes

  • High-tech herding: Exploring the use of IoT and UAV networks for improved health surveillance in dairy farm systems (2024) ๐Ÿ„๐Ÿ“ก| DOI: 10.1016/j.sciaf.2024.e02266
  • Maximizing network capacity, control, and management in designing a telemedicine network: A review and recent challenges (2024) ๐Ÿฅ๐Ÿ’ป | DOI: 10.4314/njt.v43i1.11
  • Performance Analysis of Various Image Feature Extractor Filters for Pothole Anomaly Classification (2024) ๐Ÿš—๐Ÿ›ค | DOI: 10.5815/ijigsp.2024.01.03
  • Review of Error Correction in 2D Shingled Magnetic Detection (2023) ๐Ÿ“€๐Ÿ›  | DOI: 10.11113/elektrika.v22n3.265
  • A Comparative Analysis of Symmetric Cryptographic Algorithm as a Data Security Tool: A Survey (2023) ๐Ÿ”๐Ÿ–ฅ | | DOI: 10.5281/ZENODO.8313097
  • Energy-aware Message Distribution Algorithm for Enhanced FANET Pipeline Surveillance Reliability (2023) ๐Ÿ›ฐ๐Ÿ’กย  | DOI: 10.1016/j.sciaf.2023.e01660
  • FANET Experiment: Real-Time Surveillance Applications Connected to Image Processing System (2023) ๐Ÿ“ท๐Ÿ›ธ | | DOI: 10.59568/kjset-2023-2-1-02
  • Statistical LOS/NLOS Classification for UWB Channels (2023) ๐Ÿ“ก๐Ÿ”Ž | Cited by: – | DOI: 10.59568/kjset-2023-2-1-05
  • An adaptive ant colony optimisation for improved lane detection in intelligent automobile vehicles (2022) ๐Ÿš—๐Ÿœ | DOI: 10.1504/ijbic.2022.121225
  • SIFT-CNN Pipeline in Livestock Management: A Drone Image Stitching Algorithm (2022) ๐Ÿš๐Ÿ„ | DOI: 10.3390/drones7010017

Conclusion

Dr. Bashir Olaniyi Sadiqโ€™s extensive research experience, academic qualifications, professional certifications, and teaching expertise make him a strong candidate for the Research for Best Researcher Award. His contributions to computer engineering, particularly in network protocols and image processing, as well as his awards and leadership roles, highlight his excellence in research and academia.