Stefan Gordanic | Agronomy | Best Researcher Award

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Dr Stefan Gordanic |  Agronomy |  Best Researcher Award

Research Associate at  Institute for Medicinal Plants Research “Dr Josif Pančic”,  Serbia

Stefan Gordanić is a researcher at the Institute for Medicinal Plants Research “Dr. Josif Pančić” in Belgrade, Republic of Serbia. He specializes in the study of medicinal plants and their potential therapeutic applications. Stefan is actively involved in scientific research and has contributed to the advancement of knowledge in the field of plant-based medicine. He is passionate about exploring the bioactive compounds found in medicinal plants and their impact on human health.

Profile:

Education:

  • 2018: Bachelor of Science in Agriculture (Crop Farming), University of Belgrade, Faculty of Agriculture, Belgrade, Serbia
  • 2018–2019: Master of Science in Agriculture (Land and Water Management), University of Belgrade, Faculty of Agriculture, Belgrade, Serbia
  • 2019–2024: Ph.D. Studies in Agronomy, Faculty of Agriculture, University of Belgrade, Serbia

Professional Experience:

  • 2018–2019: Agricultural Advisory Service, PSSS Loznica
  • 2019–2020: Zemun Polje (ZP) Maize Institute
  • 2020–Present: Institute for Medicinal Plant Research “Dr. J. Pancic”, Belgrade, Serbia

Progress in Research Position:

  • 2020–Present: Research Trainee, Institute for Medicinal Plant Research “Dr. J. Pancic”, Belgrade, Serbia
  • 2022–Present: Research Associate, Institute for Medicinal Plant Research “Dr. J. Pancic”, Belgrade, Serbia

Publication Top Notes:

  • The Natural Habitats, Nutrients, and Heavy Metal Status of Wild Steppe Peony Populations in Serbia
    Marković, T., Tanasić, B., Gordanić, S., Lukić, M., Radanović, D.
    Horticulturae, 2024, 10(9), 972.
  • Improvement in Sustainable Production of Medicinal Herbs-Mint, Lemon Balm, and Marshmallow
    Simić, D., Janković, S., Popović, V., Nikolić, D., Gordanić, S.
    Agriculture and Forestry, 2024, 70(2), pp. 49–59.
  • Nutritional and Phytochemical Comparative Analysis of Conventional/Organic Maize Grain Before and After Subjection to Accelerated Aging Test – A Preliminary Study
    Golijan Pantović, J., Petronijević, R., Gordanić, S., Lekić, S., Kostić, A.Ž.
    Notulae Botanicae Horti Agrobotanici Cluj-Napoca, 2024, 52(2), 13581.
  • A Detailed Survey of Agroecological Status of Allium ursinum Across the Republic of Serbia: Mineral Composition and Bioaccumulation Potential
    Gordanić, S.V., Kostić, A.Ž., Krstić, D., Marković, T., Moravčević, D.
    Heliyon, 2023, 9(11), e22134.
  • The Seed Traits Associated with Dormancy and Germination of Herbaceous Peonies, Focusing on Species Native in Serbia and China
    Marković, T., Prijić, Ž., Xue, J., Lukić, M., Gordanić, S.
    Horticulturae, 2022, 8(7), 585.
  • In Vitro Evaluation of Antioxidative Activities of the Extracts of Petals of Paeonia lactiflora and Calendula officinalis Incorporated in the New Forms of Biobased Carriers
    Batinić, P.M., Milošević, M.D., Lukić, M.M., Bugarski, B.M., Marković, T.Lj.
    Food and Feed Research, 2022, 49(1), pp. 23–35.
  • Phytochemical Characterization and Antioxidant Potential of Allium ursinum L. Cultivated on Different Soil Types – A Preliminary Study
    Stefan, G., Dragoja, R., Sandra, V., Đorđe, M., Aleksandar, Ž.K.
    Emirates Journal of Food and Agriculture, 2022, 34(11), pp. 904–914.
  • Seed Health Treatments in Organic Seed Production
    Golijan-Pantović, J., Sečanski, M., Gordanić, S.
    Agriculture and Forestry, 2022, 68(4), pp. 41–57.

 

Manisha Thapa | Agronomy | Best Researcher Award

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Dr Manisha Thapa |  Agronomy  |  Best Researcher Award

Technical assistant at  Southern Cross University,  Australia

Dr. Manisha Thapa is a PhD candidate at Southern Cross University (SCU), specializing in phytochemistry, agronomy, and genomics. With a strong academic foundation in plant breeding and genetics, she has a master’s degree in Horticulture and Agronomy from UC Davis, USA, and a bachelor’s degree in Agriculture from the Institute of Agriculture and Animal Science, Tribhuvan University, Nepal. Her doctoral research focuses on the effects of nutrients and grain development on anthocyanin and gamma-oryzanol concentrations in black rice, exploring the intersection of plant compounds and crop health.

 

Publication Profile

Professional Experience:

Dr. Thapa has hands-on experience working on non-profit organic farms, where she has educated the public on sustainable agriculture. She currently serves as a technical assistant in a TGA-accredited Analytical Research Laboratory, gaining expertise in phytochemistry and client service. Her previous roles include co-managing educational farms and working as a crop apprentice, which honed her practical farming and leadership skills.

Research Contributions:

Dr. Thapa’s research has been published in journals like Agriculture and PLOS ONE, where she explores nitrogen fertilizer effects on black rice anthocyanin and oryzanol synthesis. Her work emphasizes sustainable farming systems and organic agriculture’s impact on human health and food quality.

Awards and Honors:

Dr. Thapa’s accolades include the PhD stipend scholarship from the Centre for Organics Research at SCU, two graduate fellowships from UC Davis, and multiple merit-based awards during her undergraduate studies.

Skills and Interests:

Dr. Thapa is proficient in lab techniques such as High-Performance Liquid Chromatography and RNA extraction, and skilled in R, SAS, and JMP. She is fluent in Nepali, Hindi, and English, with a basic understanding of Spanish. Outside the lab, she enjoys gardening, art, music, and travel.

Publication Top Notes

  • Nitrogen Fertiliser Effects on Grain Anthocyanin and γ-Oryzanol Biosynthesis in Black Rice
    • Journal: Agriculture
    • Publication Date: May 24, 2024
    • DOI: 10.3390/agriculture14060817
    • Contributors: Manisha Thapa, Lei Liu, Bronwyn J. Barkla, Tobias Kretzschmar, Suzy Y. Rogiers, Terry J. Rose
    • Summary: This study investigates how different nitrogen fertilization strategies affect the biosynthesis of anthocyanins and gamma-oryzanol in black rice grains, crucial compounds known for their health benefits.
  • Accumulation Patterns of Anthocyanin and γ-Oryzanol During Black Rice Grain Development
    • Journal: PLOS ONE
    • Publication Date: May 22, 2024
    • DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0302745
    • Contributors: Manisha Thapa, Muhammad Anwar, Lei Liu, Bronwyn J. Barkla, Tobias Kretzschmar, Suzy Y. Rogiers, Terry J. Rose
    • Summary: This research outlines the patterns of accumulation of anthocyanins and gamma-oryzanol during the developmental stages of black rice grains, providing insights into optimal harvesting times for enhancing these beneficial compounds.
  • Integrated Soil and Crop Management in Organic Agriculture: A Logical Framework to Ensure Food Quality and Human Health?
    • Journal: Agronomy
    • Publication Date: December 8, 2021
    • DOI: 10.3390/agronomy11122494
    • Contributors: Leonidas Rempelos, Marcin Barański, Juan Wang, Timothy N. Adams, Kolawole Adebusuyi, Jeremy J. Beckman, Charlotte J. Brockbank, Bradley S. Douglas, Tianer Feng, Jem D. Greenway, et al. (including Manisha Thapa)
    • Summary: This article presents a framework for integrated soil and crop management practices in organic agriculture, emphasizing the relationship between agricultural practices, food quality, and public health.
  • Effect of Wheat Species (Triticum aestivum vs. T. spelta), Farming System (Organic vs. Conventional), and Flour Type (Wholegrain vs. White) on Composition of Wheat Flour – Results of a Retail Survey in the UK and Germany
    • Journal: Food Chemistry: X
    • Publication Date: June 2020
    • DOI: 10.1016/j.fochx.2020.100091
    • Contributors: Juan Wang, Eleni Chatzidimitriou, Liza Wood, Gultakin Hasanaliyeva, Emilia Markellou, Per Ole Iversen, Chris Seal, Marcin Barański, Vanessa Vigar, Laura Ernst, et al. (including Manisha Thapa)
    • Summary: This publication analyzes the differences in the composition of wheat flour based on species, farming systems, and flour types, highlighting the nutritional implications for consumers.

 

Deucleiton Jardim Amorim | Agronomy | Best Researcher Award

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Mr  Deucleiton Jardim Amorim | Agronomy | Best Researcher Award

Candidate PhD at  UNESP,  Brazil

Graduado em Agronomia pela Universidade Federal do Maranhão (UFMA, 2020), possui curso técnico em Agropecuária pelo Centro Familiar de Formação por Alternância e ensino médio profissionalizante – CEFFA (2012-2014). Mestre em Proteção de Plantas e Doutorando em Proteção de Plantas pela Universidade Estadual Paulista Júlio de Mesquita Filho – Unesp/FCA.

Profile:

Formação Acadêmica:

  • Doutorado em andamento em Agronomia (Proteção de Plantas)
    • Instituição: Universidade Estadual Paulista Júlio de Mesquita Filho (UNESP), Brasil
    • Orientador: Silvia Renata Siciliano Wilcken
    • Coorientador: Luis Garrigós Leite
    • Ano de início: 2022
    • Bolsista: Coordenação de Aperfeiçoamento de Pessoal de Nível Superior (CAPES)
  • Mestrado em Agronomia (Proteção de Plantas)
    • Instituição: Universidade Estadual Paulista Júlio de Mesquita Filho (UNESP), Brasil
    • Título: Prospecção de bactérias no controle biológico de nematoide-das-galhas (Meloidogyne incognita) e promoção de crescimento vegetal
    • Ano de obtenção: 2022
    • Orientador: Silvia Renata Siciliano Wilcken
    • Coorientador: Luis Garrigós Leite
    • Bolsista: Coordenação de Aperfeiçoamento de Pessoal de Nível Superior (CAPES)
    • Palavras-chave: Controle biológico; Bacillus; Pseudomonas; Nematoide-das-galhas
    • Grande área: Ciências Agrárias
  • Graduação em Agronomia
    • Instituição: Universidade Federal do Maranhão (UFMA), Brasil
    • Título: Alternativas de manejo para controle de Pratylenchus brachyurus na cultura da soja
    • Orientador: José Roberto Brito Freitas
    • Ano de conclusão: 2019
  • Curso técnico/profissionalizante em Técnico em Agropecuária
    • Instituição: Centro Familiar de Formação por Alternância Manoel Monteiro (CEFFA), Brasil
    • Ano de conclusão: 2014

Formação Complementar:

  • Taxonomia de fungos micorrízicos arbusculares (35h) – Universidade Estadual da Região Tocantina do MA (UEMASUL), 2018
  • Suplementação mineral para bovinos de corte (4h) – Universidade Federal do Maranhão (UFMA), 2017
  • Rotinas básicas de software QGIS aplicadas à agricultura: gestão e manuseio (8h) – Universidade Federal do Maranhão (UFMA), 2017
  • Implantação de pastagens (8h) – Universidade Federal do Maranhão (UFMA), 2016
  • Componente Solo nos Sistemas de ILPF (10h) – Serviço Nacional de Aprendizagem Rural (SENAR), 2016
  • Práticas de manejo das principais culturas do tabuleiro de São Bernardo (8h) – Universidade Federal do Maranhão (UFMA), 2016

Atuação Profissional:

  • Professor de Fitopatologia e Entomologia – Universidade Estadual da Região Tocantina do Maranhão (UEMASUL)
  • Engenheiro Agrônomo – Universidade Federal do Maranhão (UFMA)
  • Técnico em Agropecuária – Centro Familiar de Formação por Alternância e ensino médio profissionalizante (CEFFA)

Research Focus: Agronomy

  • Plant Protection: Given their master’s and doctoral studies in Plant Protection, their research is likely focused on strategies and technologies to safeguard crops from pests, diseases, and weeds.
  • Integrated Pest Management (IPM): Developing and optimizing IPM strategies to manage pest populations while minimizing environmental impact.
  • Crop Disease Management: Studying plant pathogens and disease dynamics to develop resistant crop varieties or effective management practices.
  • Pest Biology and Ecology: Researching the biology and ecology of crop pests to better understand their life cycles and interactions with crops.
  • Herbicide Resistance: Investigating mechanisms of herbicide resistance in weeds and developing alternative control methods.
  • Sustainable Agricultural Practices: Exploring sustainable approaches to crop protection that align with broader agricultural sustainability goals.

Publication Top Notes:

  • “Bacillus, Pseudomonas and Serratia control Meloidogyne incognita (Rhabditida: Meloidogynidae) and promote the growth of tomato plants”
    Rhizosphere
    2024-09
    DOI: 10.1016/j.rhisph.2024.100935
  • “Response of plants used in cover crop mix to Meloidogyne enterolobii, Meloidogyne incognita and Pratylenchus brachyurus”
    Pesquisa Agropecuária Tropical
    2023
    DOI: 10.1590/1983-40632023v5375822
  • “Logística, indicadores socioeconômicos e perdas pós-colheita de hortifrútis em cinco cidades Maranhenses”
    Revista Ibero-Americana de Ciências Ambientais
    2021-03-28
    DOI: 10.6008/CBPC2179-6858.2021.005.0054
  • “Casca de arroz carbonizada como substrato alternativo na propagação por estaquia de ixora (Ixora coccínea)”
    Revista Ibero-Americana de Ciências Ambientais
    2021-02-10
    DOI: 10.6008/CBPC2179-6858.2021.002.0003
  • “Aspectos da comercialização e perdas pós-colheita de beterraba em diferentes segmentos varejistas”
    Research, Society and Development
    2020-09-18
    DOI: 10.33448/rsd-v9i10.8191
  • “Substrato a base de bagana de carnaúba na propagação vegetativa de Ocimum basilicum”
    Research, Society and Development
    2020-09-06
    DOI: 10.33448/rsd-v9i9.7879
  • “Postharvest losses of fruits and vegetables in different microregions of Maranhão, Brazil”
    Revista Ibero-Americana de Ciências Ambientais
    2020-06-05
    DOI: 10.6008/CBPC2179-6858.2020.005.0056
  • “Perdas pós-colheita e destinação final de frutas em segmentos comerciais de Teresina (PI)”
    Revista Ibero-Americana de Ciências Ambientais
    2020-04-02
    DOI: 10.6008/CBPC2179-6858.2020.003.0034

 

 

Arash Rasi | Agronomy| Best Researcher Award

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Mr Arash Rasi | Agronomy | Best Researcher Award

Master’s at University of Tehran, Iran

Arash Rasi, a master’s student at the University of Tehran, focused on agronomy and plant breeding from 2020 to 2023. He is a published author with a recent article titled “Modulation of Tropane Alkaloids’ Biosynthesis and Gene Expression by Methyl Jasmonate in Datura stramonium L.” published in 2024. Arash’s research interests lie in plant biology and molecular biology, particularly in understanding the biochemical pathways of secondary metabolites in plants.

Profile:

Education:

M.Sc. in Plant Biotechnology University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran (September 2020 – September 2023). B.Sc. in Plant Biology University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran (September 2013 – June 2017).

Work Experience:

Research Assistant: University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran (June 2016 – April 2017) Research on Medicago seed germination under different temperatures and lights. Master Researcher: University of Tehran, Karaj, Iran (June 2021 – September 2023) Studied the effect of methyl jasmonate elicitor on tropane alkaloids production in Datura using HPLC and Real-time PCR.

Teaching Experience:

Biology Teacher at multiple high schools, including Allameh Tabataee, Atarode Elm, Valeh, Sama, and Allame Helli (2017 – present). Teacher Assistant of Biological Mathematics at the University of Tehran (September 2015 – January 2016). Educational Consultant at Ghalamchi Organization (July 2013 – June 2015).

Certificates:

  • National Biology Symposium (February 2016)
  • CRISPR/Cas9 Course (November 2020)
  • Primer Design for qPCR Course (December 2020)
  • TOEFL English Test (Score: 88, January 2024)

Extracurricular Activities:

Editorial Team Member of “The Science Magazine of the University of Tehran” (September 2010 – February 2012).

Research Focus: Agronomy

Arash Rasi is a master’s student at the University of Tehran, specializing in agronomy and plant breeding. His research primarily focuses on the biosynthesis and modulation of tropane alkaloids in plants, particularly in Datura stramonium L. (Jimsonweed).

Publication Top Notes: