Gizaw Tilahun | Plant Breeding | Best Researcher Award

Mr.  Gizaw  Tilahun | Plant Breeding | Best Researcher Award

Ethiopian Institute of Agricultural Research,  Ethiopia

Gizaw Wegayehu Tilahun is a skilled plant breeder and agronomist with over 7 years of experience in research, particularly in plant breeding, agronomy, crop protection, and participatory breeding. He specializes in barley, potatoes, garlic, vegetables, and highland seed spices. He is currently a Researcher I at the Ethiopian Institute of Agricultural Research (EIAR), Kulumsa Center, where he conducts extensive research on crop improvement and disease management. His work involves improving crop varieties for better resilience to biotic and abiotic stresses, and he actively engages smallholder farmers in applying advanced agricultural technologies.

Profile:

Education:

  • MSc. in Plant Breeding – Hawassa University, Ethiopia (2022)
    Thesis: Phenotypic Variability and Participatory Selection of Food Barley Genotypes for Moisture Stress

  • BSc. in Plant Science – Debre Berhan University, Ethiopia (2015)

Professional Experience:

  • Researcher I (2024 – Present) – Focus on potato, garlic, vegetables, spices, root, and tuber crops, proposal writing, data collection, and analysis.

  • Associate Researcher (2022 – 2024) – Conducted research on various crops and their performance under different conditions.

  • Assistant Researcher II (2018 – 2022) – Contributed to studies on vegetables, potatoes, and root crops.

  • Agronomist Supervisor at Almeta Impex (2016), managing disease, insect, and nutrient deficiency monitoring.

Selected Publications:

  • Tilahun, G.W., Zeleke, A.A., & Limeneh, D.F. (2025). Agronomic Evaluation and Genetic Variability Studies on Fenugreek. Ecological Genetics and Genomics

  • Tilahun, G.W., Fufa, N., et al. (2024). Stability and Performance of Potato Varieties in Ethiopia. International Journal of Agricultural Research

  • Tilahun, G.W., Galalcha, D.T., et al. (2023). Genetic Diversity of Ethiopian Coriander Accessions. International Journal of Bio-resource and Stress Management

Memberships:

  • Ethiopian Crop Science Society

  • Ethiopian Horticulture Science Society

  • Coffee Science Society

  • Protection Science Society

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

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.

 

Stefan Gordanic | Agronomy | Best Researcher Award

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.

 

Anatolii Semenov | Seed Priming | Best Researcher Award

Prof Anatolii Semenov | Seed Priming | Best Researcher Award

Professor at Department of Engineering and Technology, Ukraine

Dr. Anatolii Semenov is an accomplished physicist with expertise in thermophysics, molecular physics, and ultraviolet optical technologies. He earned his PhD in 2001 from Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, specializing in acoustic relaxation processes in molecular systems. With over 250 scientific publications, 10 patents, and an h-index of 13, Dr. Semenov has made significant contributions to bactericidal disinfection technologies, agro-industrial UV applications, and food safety innovation.

Profile:

 

🎓 Education:

  • PhD in Physics and Mathematics (2002)
    Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, Ukraine. Dissertation: Molecular Mechanisms of Acoustic Relaxation Processes in Heavy Water, Propyl Alcohols, and Their Aqueous Solutions.
  • Master’s Degrees:
    • 2021: Commodity Science and Expertise in Customs Affairs, Poltava University of Economics and Trade.
    • 2024: Electrical Power Engineering and Electromechanics, State Biotechnological University.

🏆 Key Achievements:

  • Publications: Over 250 works, including 10 patents, 8 monographs, and 16 Scopus-indexed papers.
  • H-index: 13 (Google Scholar), with 611 citations and an i10-index of 19.
  • Innovations: Creator of the UBZPR bactericidal air disinfection unit, winner of the “Poltava Brand” award.
  • Leadership: Directed 4 state-registered research projects and supervised over 50 theses.

🏢 Professional Experience:

  • Poltava State Agrarian University: Associate Professor, researcher in bactericidal and UV technologies.
  • Gas Discharge Lamp Plant: Quality Director, Technical Control Head (2005–2012).
  • Poltava Diamond Plant: Head of Experimental Diamond Synthesis Laboratory (2003–2004).

🌟 Skills and Expertise:

  • Proficient in quality management systems, certification, and UV irradiation technologies.
  • Practical experience with software like Word, Excel, and Origin.
  • Fluent in Ukrainian and Russian, with technical English proficiency.

🔬 Research Focus:

  • Development of bactericidal disinfection technologies for air, water, and food products.
  • Use of ultraviolet optical radiation to stimulate agro-industrial processes.

Publication Top Notes : 

  • The Mechanical Method of Collecting the Colorado Potato Beetle (Leptinotarsa decemlineata SAY, 1824, Coleoptera, Chrysomelidae) Using a Device with Passive Working Elements
    Arendarenko, V., Semenov, A., Kharak, R., Prudkyi, T., Drozhchana, O.
    International Journal of Agricultural Technology, 2024, 20(5), pp. 1755–1764.
  • Clusteroluminogenic Polymers: Applications in Biology and Medicine (Review Article)
    Sakhno, T., Ivashchenko, D., Semenov, A., Ivashchenko, O., Sakhno, Y.
    Low Temperature Physics, 2024, 50(3), pp. 257–267.
  • Roles of Seed Priming in Increasing the Adaptability and Productive Potential of Agricultural Crops
    Sakhno, T., Marenych, M., Semenov, A., Sakhno, Y., Jaisi, D.
    Advances in Agronomy, 2024.
  • Method of Predicting the Useful Life of Ultraviolet Lamps in Electrotechnical Systems under UV Radiation
    Semenov, A., Kharak, R., Bychkov, Y., Dudnyk, V., Yeleussinov, B.
    Przeglad Elektrotechniczny, 2024, (8), pp. 280–283.
  • Mechanism of Determining the Kinetics of Moisture Content and Temperature in Meat During Conductive Drying
    Skrypnyk, V.О., Semenov, A.О., Ponomarenko, B.H., Farisieiev, A.H.
    Journal of Chemistry and Technologies, 2024, 32(1), pp. 89–98.
  • Assessment of the Danger of Using Ultraviolet Lamps in Electrical Systems
    Semenov, A., Popov, S., Yakhin, S., Yeleussinov, B., Sakhno, T.
    Przeglad Elektrotechniczny, 2024, 2024(2), pp. 152–155.
  • Ultraviolet Disinfection of Activated Carbon from Microbiological Contamination
    Semenov, A., Hmelnitska, Y.
    Archives of Materials Science and Engineering, 2022, 115(1), pp. 34–41.

 

Panagiotis Madesis | Sustainable Agriculture | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr Panagiotis Madesis |  Sustainable Agriculture |  Best Researcher Award

Certh/inab,  Greece

Dr. Panagiotis Madesis Assistant Professor, University of Thessaly School of Agricultural Sciences, Department of Agriculture Crop Production and Rural Environment Specialization: Cellular and Molecular Biology.

 

Publication Profile

Education:

  • Ph.D., Genetic Engineering and Molecular Biology, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, 2004
  • M.Sc., Plant Breeding and Plant Physiology, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, 1998
  • B.Sc., Agriculture, Plant Science, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, 1996

Awards and Distinctions:

  • Distinction by the President of the Hellenic Republic, Ministry of Rural Development, 2013
  • Christidis Award for Best Presentation, 15th Greek Conference of Plant Breeding and Genetics Society
  • Papadakis Award for Best Poster, 16th Greek Conference of Plant Breeding and Genetics Society

Research Interests:

  • Plant breeding and biotechnology
  • Stress tolerance in plants
  • Food fraud detection and traceability
  • Plant genomics and biodiversity assessment
  • Human health and high-value plant product development

Research Focus:

Dr. Panagiotis Madesis is an expert in cellular and molecular biology, focusing on plant stress tolerance mechanisms, plant breeding, and the application of biotechnology for developing higher-yielding and stress-tolerant crops. His work involves the use of genomics and “omics” technologies to improve plant health and productivity. He is also interested in food safety, specifically in detecting food fraud and identifying adulteration in commercial products.

Citations:

  • Total Citations: 5227
  • Citations Since 2019: 3511

h-index:

  • Total h-index: 41
  • h-index Since 2019: 30

i10-index:

  • Total i10-index: 120
  • i10-index Since 2019: 105

Publication Top Note:

  • Plant glutathione transferase-mediated stress tolerance: functions and biotechnological applications
    I Nianiou-Obeidat, P Madesis, C Kissoudis, G Voulgari, E Chronopoulou, …
    Plant Cell Reports, 36, 791-805, 2017
  • Plant growth promoting rhizobacteria isolated from halophytes and drought-tolerant plants: Genomic characterisation and exploration of phyto-beneficial traits
    K Leontidou, S Genitsaris, A Papadopoulou, N Kamou, I Bosmali, T Matsi, …
    Scientific Reports, 10(1), 14857, 2020
  • The use of lupin as a source of protein in animal feeding: Genomic tools and breeding approaches
    EM Abraham, I Ganopoulos, P Madesis, A Mavromatis, P Mylona, …
    International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 20(4), 851, 2019
  • Advances of DNA-based methods for tracing the botanical origin of food products
    P Madesis, I Ganopoulos, I Sakaridis, A Argiriou, A Tsaftaris
    Food Research International, 60, 163-172, 2014
  • Overexpression of a specific soybean GmGSTU4 isoenzyme improves diphenyl ether and chloroacetanilide herbicide tolerance of transgenic tobacco plants
    K Benekos, C Kissoudis, I Nianiou-Obeidat, N Labrou, P Madesis, …
    Journal of Biotechnology, 150(1), 195-201, 2010
  • Microsatellite and DNA-barcode regions typing combined with High Resolution Melting (HRM) analysis for food forensic uses: A case study on lentils (Lens culinaris)
    I Bosmali, I Ganopoulos, P Madesis, A Tsaftaris
    Food Research International, 46(1), 141-147, 2012
  • The application of Bar-HRM (Barcode DNA-High Resolution Melting) analysis for authenticity testing and quantitative detection of bean crops (Leguminosae) without prior DNA …
    P Madesis, I Ganopoulos, A Anagnostis, A Tsaftaris
    Food Control, 25(2), 576-582, 2012
  • Barcode High Resolution Melting (Bar-HRM) analysis for detection and quantification of PDO “Fava Santorinis”(Lathyrus clymenum) adulterants
    I Ganopoulos, P Madesis, N Darzentas, A Argiriou, A Tsaftaris
    Food Chemistry, 133(2), 505-512, 2012
  • Barcode-DNA High Resolution Melting (Bar-HRM) analysis as a novel close-tubed and accurate tool for olive oil forensic use
    I Ganopoulos, C Bazakos, P Madesis, P Kalaitzis, A Tsaftaris
    103, 2012
  • Cell and molecular biology of plastids
    R Bock
    Springer Science & Business Media, 95, 2007
  • Tobacco plants over-expressing the sweet orange tau glutathione transferases (CsGSTUs) acquire tolerance to the diphenyl ether herbicide fluorodifen and to salt and drought …
    LL Cicero, P Madesis, A Tsaftaris, ARL Piero
    Phytochemistry, 116, 69-77, 2015
  • DNA replication, recombination, and repair in plastids
    A Day, P Madesis
    Cell and Molecular Biology of Plastids, 65-119, 2007
  • Olives and olive oil as functional foods
    A Kiritsakis, F Shahidi
    UK: John Wiley & Sons, 90, 2017
  • Exploring priming responses involved in peach fruit acclimation to cold stress
    MA Tanou G, Minas IS, Scossa F, Belghazi M, Xanthopoulou A, Ganopoulos I, …
    Scientific Reports, 7(1), 11358, 2017
  • Bar-HRM for authentication of plant-based medicines: evaluation of three medicinal products derived from Acanthaceae species
    M Osathanunkul, P Madesis, H De Boer
    PLOS ONE, 10(5), e0128476, 2015
  • DNA barcode ITS2 coupled with high resolution melting (HRM) analysis for taxonomic identification of Sideritis species growing in Greece
    A Kalivas, I Ganopoulos, A Xanthopoulou, P Chatzopoulou, A Tsaftaris, …
    Molecular Biology Reports, 41, 5147-5155, 2014
  • Transfer of plastid DNA to the nucleus is elevated during male gametogenesis in tobacco
    AE Sheppard, MA Ayliffe, L Blatch, A Day, SK Delaney, N Khairul-Fahmy, …
    Plant Physiology, 148(1), 328-336, 2008
  • Binding and glutathione conjugation of porphyrinogens by plant glutathione transferases
    DP Dixon, A Lapthorn, P Madesis, EA Mudd, A Day, R Edwards
    Journal of Biological Chemistry, 283(29), 20268-20276, 2008
  • A novel closed-tube method based on high resolution melting (HRM) analysis for authenticity testing and quantitative detection in Greek PDO Feta cheese
    I Ganopoulos, I Sakaridis, A Argiriou, P Madesis, A Tsaftaris
    Food Chemistry, 141(2), 835-840, 2013
  • Vegetable grafting from a molecular point of view: the involvement of epigenetics in rootstock-scion interactions
    A Tsaballa, A Xanthopoulou, P Madesis, A Tsaftaris, I Nianiou-Obeidat
    Frontiers in Plant Science, 11, 621999, 2021

 

Li He | Land | Best Researcher Award

Assist. Prof. Dr Li  He |  Land |  Best Researcher Award

Lecturer at  Hunan Normal University, China

Dr. Li He is a Lecturer at Hunan Normal University. She holds a Ph.D. in Public Policy from the City University of Hong Kong and a Master’s degree from Beijing Normal University. Her research focuses on urban governance, environmental economics, and sustainable urbanization. Dr. He has received several academic awards, including the Outstanding Doctoral Research Award in 2023. She has published over 10 papers in leading journals, such as Cities and Environmental Impact Assessment Review. Additionally, she is a reviewer for multiple SSCI journals and will soon serve as a guest editor for a Q1 SSCI indexed journal.

 

Publication Profile

Academic Background:

Dr. Li He is a Lecturer at Hunan Normal University. She earned her Ph.D. from the College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences, City University of Hong Kong, and holds a Master’s degree from Beijing Normal University. Her research achievements have earned her multiple awards, including the Outstanding Doctoral Research Award and Outstanding Research Thesis Award in 2023.

Research Focus:

Dr. He specializes in public policy, urban governance, environmental economics, and sustainable urbanization. She has participated in several national and provincial-level research projects and has published over 10 journal papers and book chapters. Her work often employs economic modeling to explore urban policy and sustainability.

Publications:

Dr. He has contributed to notable publications such as:

  • Cities (SSCI Indexed, IF=6.7)
  • Environmental Impact Assessment Review (SSCI Indexed, IF=7.9)
  • Sustainability (SCIE & SSCI Indexed, IF=3.9)

Publication Top Note:

  • Assessing the Impact of Pollution on Urban Scale in China: A New Perspective from Residents’ Health
    Sustainability, 2023-11
    DOI: 10.3390/su152215984
    Contributors: Li HE, Xukun Zhang
  • 中国省份要素替代弹性估计及增长效应研究
    中国经济问题, 2022-07
    DOI: 10.19365/j.issn1000-4181.2022.04.09
    Contributors: Li HE, 吕光明
  • Examining the Relations of Income Inequality and Carbon Productivity
    Sustainable Production and Consumption, 2022-05
    DOI: 10.1016/j.spc.2022.01.027
    Contributors: Mengbing Du, Li HE, Mengxue Zhao, Jie Wang, Yu Cao, Heng Li
  • The Distribution Effect of Urbanization
    Habitat International, 2022-05
    DOI: 10.1016/j.habitatint.2022.102544
    Contributors: Li HE, Xiaoling Zhang
  • Policies for Science, Technology, and Innovation
    Innovation Management and Growth in Emerging Economies, 2021
    DOI: 10.4018/978-1-7998-4195-1.ch004
    Contributors: Li HE, Xukun Zhang
  • Heterogeneity of the Environmental Kuznets Curve across Chinese Cities
    Ecological Indicators, 2021-11
    DOI: 10.1016/j.ecolind.2021.108128
    Contributors: Li HE, Xiaoling Zhang, Yaxue Yan
  • Farmland Rental Participation, Agricultural Productivity, and Household Income
    Land, 2021-09
    DOI: 10.3390/land10090899
    Contributors: Wenjing Han, Zhengfeng Zhang, Xiaoling Zhang, Li HE

 

 

Mehulkumar L. Savaliya | Plants | Best Researcher Award

Dr Mehulkumar L. Savaliya | Plants |  Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor at  UPL University of Sustainable Technology, Ankleshwar, India

Dr. Mehulkumar Laljibhai Savaliya is an accomplished chemist and educator with over 8.5 years of academic experience and 2.5 years in the industry. Currently serving as an Assistant Professor at UPL University of Sustainable Technology, he plays a pivotal role in research coordination, curriculum design, and accreditation efforts.

 

Publication Profile

Education and Research Focus:

Dr. Savaliya earned his Ph.D. in Chemistry from the National Institute of Technology, Surat, specializing in eco-friendly heterogeneous catalysts for biodiesel production. His research interests include:

  • Sustainable chemical synthesis.
  • Biomass-to-chemicals conversion.
  • Wastewater treatment and polymer chemistry.

Professional Achievements:

  • Recognized as a Schedule-1 Environmental Auditor by the Gujarat Pollution Control Board.
  • Active Ph.D. and M.Phil. research supervisor.
  • Published extensively in esteemed national and international journals, with notable contributions in biodiesel synthesis, green chemistry, and effluent treatment.
  • Member of multiple Boards of Examinations across prestigious institutions.

Dr. Savaliya is a passionate educator, teaching advanced topics in organic and industrial chemistry while mentoring students in innovative research projects.

Citation Metrics:

  • Citations: 128 total citations, with 91 coming since 2019.
  • h-index: 5, meaning 5 publications have each been cited at least 5 times.
  • i10-index: 4 overall, with 3 publications having at least 10 citations each since 2019.

Publication Top Note:

  • Current trends in separation and purification of fatty acid methyl ester
    ML Savaliya, BD Dhorajiya, BZ Dholakiya
    Separation & Purification Reviews 44 (1), 28-40 (2015)
  • A simpler and highly efficient protocol for the preparation of biodiesel from soap stock oil using a BBSA catalyst
    ML Savaliya, BZ Dholakiya
    RSC Advances 5 (91), 74416-74424 (2015)
  • Cutting cost technology for the preparation of biodiesel using environmentally benign and cheaper catalyst
    ML Savaliya, MS Bhakhar, BZ Dholakiya
    Catalysis Letters 146, 2313-2323 (2016)
  • Eco-friendly process for preparation of biodiesel from WFO over MTSA-Si catalyst: An innovative approach for the utilization of side product
    ML Savaliya, BZ Dholakiya
    Journal of Industrial and Engineering Chemistry 64, 352-366 (2018)
  • Cellulose sulfuric acid catalyzed esterification of biodiesel derived raw glycerol to medium chain triglyceride: the dual advantage
    ML Savaliya, BZ Dholakiya
    Catalysis Letters 144, 1399-1406 (2014)
  • A Concise Review on Acid, Alkali and Enzyme Catalyzed Transesterification of Fatty Acid Esters of Glycerol (FAEG) to Fatty Acid Methyl Ester (FAME) Fuel
    BZD Mehulkumar L. Savaliya, Jigarkumar R. Patel
    International Journal of Chemical Studies 1 (2), 39-54 (2013)
  • Chemical Transformation of Triglycerides of Fatty Acid of Pongamia pinnata Seed to Fatty Acid Methyl Esters by Microwave Irradiation
    BZD Mehulkumar L Savaliya
    Chemical Sciences Journal 2013 (CSJ-104), 1-6 (2013)
  • Rational design of hierarchically porous sulfonic acid and silica hybrids with highly active sites for efficient catalytic biodiesel synthesis
    ML Savaliya, RS Tank, BZ Dholakiya
    Chemistry of Inorganic Materials 1, 100005 (2023)
  • A notice on newly synthesized silica-induced boron trisulfonic acid catalyst towards biodiesel synthesis from refined soybean oil
    ML Savaliya, BZ Dholakiya
    Research on Chemical Intermediates, 1-12 (2014)
  • An experimental investigation into methyl laureate production via direct esterification of solid fatty acid by using amylum sulfuric acid: an efficient, biodegradable, and …
    ML Savaliya, BZ Dholakiya
    Research on Chemical Intermediates, 1-10 (2014)
  • Exploration of HPTLC Technology for Rapid Chemical Fingerprinting and Simultaneous Determination of Bioactive Constituents from Clitoria ternatea Linn.
    J Makasana, N Gajbhiye, A Kumar Bishoyi, M Savaliya, S Raju, S Bansod, …
    ChemistrySelect 8 (13), e202203217 (2023)
  • A simple and sustainable process for the preparation of fuel grade esters using PE-Si composite: A reusable catalytic system
    ML Savaliya, PJ Patel, BZ Dholakiya
    Renewable Energy 109, 1-12 (2017)
  • A study of dairy effluent of various products on the basis of oil and grease value and a comparative study between common ETP with respect to other plants and possible load …
    N VADI, MK SAVALIYA, BK DHOLAKIYA
    Acta Chim. Pharm. Indica 2 (3), 151-155 (2012)
  • Structure-Based Design and Virtual Screening of Indole Scaffolds Targeting Plasmodium falciparum: An Experimental and Computational Approach for Antimalarial
    NPV AR Shama, ML Savaliya
    Russian Journal of General Chemistry, S993-S1005 (2023)
  • Experimental Investigation on Corrosive Nature of Acid Oil Biodiesel on Selected Automotive Materials
    S Vaishak, PV Bhale, ML Savaliya, BZ Dholakiya
    International Conference on Advances in Energy Research, 1-8 (2022)
  • Influence of oil and grease towards dairy wastewater generation
    BD M. Savaliya
    Recent Trends in Water Science and Technology 1, 176-179 (2014)
  • Measurement and evaluation of total dissolved solid (TDS) from dairy ETP and it’s comparison with other plants and possible load reduction method
    BZD MEHULKUMAR L. SAVALIYA, NIKHIL P. VADI
    Acta Chim. Pharm. Indica 3 (1), 17-20 (2013)
  • A Study of Dairy Effluent on the basis of do Value and a Comparative Analysis of CETP With Respect to other Plants and Possible Load Reduction Methods
    ML Savaliya, NP Vadi, BD Dhorajiya, BKZ Dholakiya
    International Journal of Pharmaceutical and Chemical Sciences (2013)
  • A Study of Dairy Effluent of Various Products on the Basis of Chemical Oxygen Demand Value and a Comparative Study Between Common ETP with Respect to Other Plants and Possible …
    M Savaliya, N Vadi, Y Gambhava
    (2012)
  • A Study of Dairy Effluent of Various Products on the Basis of Biological Oxygen Demand Value and a Comparative Study between Common ETP with Respect to other Plants and …
    NVYG Mehulkumar Savaliya
    International Journal of Environmental Engineering and Management 3 (2), 131-138 (2012)

 

 

Ajay Kumar | Agricultural Biotechnology | Best Researcher Award

Dr Ajay Kumar |  Agricultural Biotechnology |  Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor at  Amity University,  India

Dr. Ajay Kumar is a Senior Assistant Professor at the Amity Institute of Biotechnology, Amity University, Noida, India. His research spans areas including plant growth-promoting bacteria, postharvest decay control using microbial communities, and bioinformatics. Dr. Kumar’s expertise includes microbial inoculants, biocontrol screening, fermentation, and postharvest management of fruits.

 

Publication Profile

Education & Work Experience:

  • Ph.D. (2010–2016): Department of Botany, Banaras Hindu University, India. Focused on the modulation of growth and metabolites in Curcuma longa using plant growth-promoting bacteria.
  • Postdoctoral Research (2018–2022): Department of Postharvest Science, Agricultural Research Organization, Israel. Focused on developing strategies for controlling postharvest decay in fruits using microbial communities.
  • Current Role: Assistant Professor at Amity University since 2023, specializing in biotechnology and microbiology.

Awards & Fellowships:

  • A.R.O. Fellowship, Volcanic Centre, Israel (2018)
  • CSIR NET/JRF, New Delhi (2009)
  • GATE, IIT Kanpur (2009)

Professional Memberships:

  • Associate Editor, Frontiers in Microbiology
  • Special Issue Guest Editor for Microorganisms (MDPI), Plants (MDPI), Sustainability
  • Life Member, Asian Society of PGPR (Auburn, USA)
  • Life Member, Association of Microbiologists of India

Research Impact:

  • Total Citations: 4,979
  • H-index: 37
  • i10-index: 95
  • Cumulative Impact Factor: 398

Publication Top Notes

  1. Therapeutic and Medicinal Uses of Aloe vera: A Review
    P.K. Sahu, D.D. Giri, R. Singh, P. Pandey, S. Gupta, A.K. Shrivastava, A. Kumar, …
    Pharmacology & Pharmacy, 4 (08), 599, 2013.
    Cited by: 460
  2. Endophytic bacteria: a new source of bioactive compounds
    M. Singh, A. Kumar, R. Singh, K.D. Pandey
    3 Biotech, 7 (5), 1-14, 2017.
    Cited by: 272
  3. Disease management of tomato through PGPB: current trends and future perspective
    V.K. Singh, A.K. Singh, A. Kumar
    3 Biotech, 7 (4), 1-10, 2017.
    Cited by: 179
  4. Plant growth promoting rhizobacteria: application in biofertilizers and biocontrol of phytopathogens
    M. Singh, D. Singh, A. Gupta, K.D. Pandey, P.K. Singh, A. Kumar
    PGPR Amelioration in Sustainable Agriculture, 41-66, 2019.
    Cited by: 166
  5. Isolation and characterization of bacterial endophytes of Curcuma longa L.
    A. Kumar, R. Singh, A. Yadav, D.D. Giri, P.K. Singh, K.D. Pandey
    3 Biotech, 6 (1), 60, 2016.
    Cited by: 161
  6. Trichoderma Species: Our Best Fungal Allies in the Biocontrol of Plant Diseases—A Review
    P. Guzmán-Guzmán, A. Kumar, S. de los Santos-Villalobos, F.I. Parra-Cota, …
    Plants, 12 (3), 432, 2023.
    Cited by: 146
  7. Interaction of plant growth promoting bacteria with tomato under abiotic stress: a review
    V.K. Singh, A.K. Singh, P.P. Singh, A. Kumar
    Agriculture, Ecosystems & Environment, 267, 129-140, 2018.
    Cited by: 144
  8. Regulation of Reactive Oxygen Species during Salt Stress in Plants and Their Crosstalk with Other Signaling Molecules—Current Perspectives and Future Directions
    M.S. Kesawat, N. Satheesh, B.S. Kherawat, A. Kumar, H.U. Kim, S.M. Chung, …
    Plants, 12 (4), 864, 2023.
    Cited by: 122
  9. The potential application of endophytes in management of stress from drought and salinity in crop plants
    H. Verma, D. Kumar, V. Kumar, M. Kumari, S.K. Singh, V.K. Sharma, S. Droby, …
    Microorganisms, 9 (8), 1729, 2021.
    Cited by: 122
  10. Microbial biosurfactant: a new frontier for sustainable agriculture and pharmaceutical industries
    A. Kumar, S.K. Singh, C. Kant, H. Verma, D. Kumar, P.P. Singh, A. Modi, …
    Antioxidants, 10 (9), 1472, 2021.
    Cited by: 111
  11. Isolation of plant growth promoting rhizobacteria and their impact on growth and curcumin content in Curcuma longa L.
    A. Kumar, M. Singh, P.P. Singh, S.K. Singh, P.K. Singh, K.D. Pandey
    Biocatalysis and Agricultural Biotechnology, 8, 1-7, 2016.
    Cited by: 107
  12. Plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria (PGPR): perspective in agriculture under biotic and abiotic stress
    A. Kumar, V.K. Singh, V. Tripathi, P.P. Singh, A.K. Singh
    Crop Improvement Through Microbial Biotechnology, 333-342, 2018.
    Cited by: 103
  13. Global Analysis of the Apple Fruit Microbiome: Are All Apples the Same?
    A. Abdelfattah, S. Freilich, R. Bartuv, V.Y. Zhimo, A. Kumar, A. Biasi, S. Salim, …
    Scientific Report, 98*, 2021.
  14. Isolation and characterization of bacterial endophytes from the roots of Cassia tora L.
    V. Kumar, A. Kumar, K.D. Pandey, B.K. Roy
    Annals of Microbiology, 65 (3), 1391-1399, 2015.
    Cited by: 92
  15. Bioremediation: a sustainable approach for management of environmental contaminants
    P. Singh, V.K. Singh, R. Singh, A. Borthakur, S. Madhav, A. Ahamad, A. Kumar, …
    Abatement of Environmental Pollutants, 1-23, 2020.
    Cited by: 83
  16. Role of Pseudomonas sp. in Sustainable Agriculture and Disease Management
    A. Kumar, H. Verma, V.K. Singh, P.P. Singh, S.K. Singh, W.A. Ansari, A. Yadav, …
    Agriculturally Important Microbes for Sustainable Agriculture, 195-215, 2017.
    Cited by: 74
  17. Current Scenario and Future Prospects of Endophytic Microbes: Promising Candidates for Abiotic and Biotic Stress Management for Agricultural and Environmental Sustainability
    U. Anand, T. Pal, N. Yadav, V.K. Singh, V. Tripathi, K.K. Choudhary, A.K. Shukla, …
    Microbial Ecology, 1-32, 2023.
    Cited by: 64
  18. Compositional shifts in the strawberry fruit microbiome in response to near-harvest application of Metschnikowia fructicola, a yeast biocontrol agent
    V.Y. Zhimo, A. Kumar, A. Biasi, S. Salim, O. Feygenberg, M.A. Toamy, …
    Postharvest Biology and Technology, 175, 111469, 2021.
    Cited by: 63
  19. Distribution of cyanobacteria and their interactions with pesticides in paddy field: a comprehensive review
    A.K. Singh, P.P. Singh, V. Tripathi, H. Verma, S.K. Singh, A.K. Srivastava, …
    Journal of Environmental Management, 224, 361-375, 2018.
    Cited by: 61
  20. Impacts of agrochemicals on soil microbiology and food quality
    D. Singh, S.K. Singh, A. Modi, P.K. Singh, V.Y. Zhimo, A. Kumar
    Agrochemicals Detection, Treatment and Remediation, 101-116, 2020.
    Cited by: 56

 

 

Xincheng Li | Agricultural Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Prof Xincheng Li |  Agricultural Engineering |  Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor at  College of Electrical and Mechanical Engineering,Qingdao Agricultural University, China

Xingcheng Li is a Research Assistant at the College of Electrical and Mechanical Engineering, Qingdao Agricultural University. His research focuses on agricultural information technology, sensor development, intelligent agricultural machinery control, and automation technology in livestock and poultry farming. He has published over 10 academic papers, secured 5 national invention patents, and led key research projects at both provincial and national levels. With experience in teaching and developing innovative solutions in agricultural engineering, Li contributes to advancing technological applications in agriculture.

 

Publication Profile

Academic and Professional Background:

Xingcheng Li is a Research Assistant at Qingdao Agricultural University, specializing in agricultural engineering and information technology. He has taught various courses at both undergraduate and graduate levels, including Principles and Applications of Sensors, Agricultural Sensing, and Operations Research. His primary research interests include agricultural information technology, sensor development, intelligent agricultural machinery control, and automation in livestock and poultry farming.

Research and Innovations:

Prof. Li has contributed significantly to the development of agricultural technologies. He has published over 10 research papers and secured 5 national invention patents. His ongoing research includes projects on livestock and poultry disease prevention, as well as participation in key national and provincial R&D programs. Notably, he has led the Shandong Province Agricultural Major Application Technology Innovation Project and the Natural Science Foundation of Shandong Province.

Research Areas:

  • Agricultural Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Agricultural Machinery and Equipment Engineering
  • Agricultural Engineering and Information Technology

Publication Top Notes

  1. A seed-epidermis-feature-recognition-based lightweight peanut seed selection method for embedded systems
    Li, D., Huang, J., Li, X., Xu, P., Yun, Y.
    Measurement and Control (United Kingdom), 2024.
    This paper introduces a lightweight peanut seed selection method based on seed-epidermis feature recognition, suitable for embedded systems in agricultural automation.
  2. Optimization Design and Experiment of Automatic Leveling System for Orchard Operating Platform in Hilly and Mountainous Areas
    Shang, H., Li, X., Zhang, C., Hou, Y., Jia, M.
    INMATEH – Agricultural Engineering, 2024, 73(2), pp. 364–374.
    Focuses on optimizing the design and conducting experiments on an automatic leveling system for orchard platforms in challenging terrains.
  3. Domestic Conflicts and Trade Protectionism: Evidence from Tweets
    Kun, L., Xincheng, L., Ming, F.
    China Journal of Economics, 2022, 9(1), pp. 56–84.
    Analyzes the relationship between domestic conflicts and trade protectionism, based on Twitter data analysis.
  4. Grain Yield Data Collection and Service for Heterogeneous Platforms
    Zheng, L., Guo, X., Li, M., Chen, Y., Xiao, C.
    Nongye Gongcheng Xuebao/Transactions of the Chinese Society of Agricultural Engineering, 2016, 32(9), pp. 142–149.
    This work discusses systems for collecting and providing grain yield data across different agricultural platforms.
  5. Test and Optimization of Sampling Frequency for Yield Monitor System of Grain Combine Harvester
    Li, X., Li, M., Zheng, L., Wang, X., Sun, M.
    Nongye Jixie Xuebao/Transactions of the Chinese Society for Agricultural Machinery, 2015, 46, pp. 74–78.
    Examines the optimization of sampling frequency for a grain yield monitor in combine harvesters.
  6. Modeling Algorithm for Yield Monitor System of Grain Combine Harvester
    Li, X., Sun, M., Li, M., Zhang, M., Wang, X.
    Nongye Jixie Xuebao/Transactions of the Chinese Society for Agricultural Machinery, 2015, 46(7), pp. 91–96.
    Proposes a modeling algorithm for improving the yield monitor system of grain combine harvesters.
  7. Development and Denoising Test of Grain Combine with Remote Yield Monitoring System
    Li, X., Li, M., Wang, X., Sun, M., Sun, H.
    Nongye Gongcheng Xuebao/Transactions of the Chinese Society of Agricultural Engineering, 2014, 30(2), pp. 1–8.
    This paper focuses on the development and testing of a grain combine equipped with a remote yield monitoring system.
  8. Structure Design and Signal Processing of a New Grain Flow Sensor
    Li, X., Li, M., Zheng, L., Yang, W., Sun, H.
    American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers Annual International Meeting, ASABE 2014, pp. 4330–4336.
    Presents the design and signal processing methods for a new grain flow sensor.
  9. A Remote Monitoring System of Automatic Soil Sampler Based on ZigBee WSN
    Yang, W., Li, M., Zheng, L., Li, X., Zhang, M.
    American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers Annual International Meeting, ASABE 2013, pp. 4023–4028.
    Describes a remote monitoring system for an automatic soil sampler based on ZigBee wireless sensor networks (WSN).
  10. A Remote Operating System of Grain Yield Monitor
    Li, X., Li, M., Zheng, L., Yang, W., Zhang, M.
    American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers Annual International Meeting, ASABE 2013, pp. 4091–4096.
    Introduces a remote operating system for monitoring grain yield during harvesting.

 

Gaofeng Wang | Plant Communications | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr  Gaofeng Wang | Plant Communications |  Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor at College of Plant Science and Technology, Huazhong Agricultural University, China

Dr. Gaofeng Wang is an Associate Professor at the College of Plant Science & Technology, Huazhong Agricultural University, where he has been a faculty member since earning his Ph.D. in Agronomy from China Agricultural University in 2014. His research focuses on plant-nematode interactions and the development of environmentally friendly control technologies for nematodes. He has published 31 research papers in renowned journals and holds 12 patents. Dr. Wang actively collaborates with international researchers and serves as a review editor for prestigious scientific journals.

 

Publication Profile

Academic Background:

Gaofeng Wang obtained his Ph.D. in Agronomy from China Agricultural University in 2014 and subsequently joined the College of Plant Science & Technology at Huazhong Agricultural University. His research focuses on the interaction mechanisms of plant-nematodes and green control technologies for plant nematodes.

Research Contributions:

Dr. Wang has published 31 research papers in prestigious journals such as Nucleic Acids Research, New Phytologist, and Molecular Plant Pathology. He has a citation index of 241 and an h-index of 10. His innovative research has led to the identification of novel root exudate compounds, discovery of unique chaperone systems in nematophagous fungi, and significant insights into nematode feeding site development.

Publications and Patents:

He has authored two books on nematode diseases and plant quarantine and holds 12 patents. He serves as a review editor for Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology and Frontiers in Plant Science.

Publication Top Notes

  • Pepper root exudate alleviates cucumber root-knot nematode infection by recruiting a rhizobacterium
    Plant Communications
    September 2024
    DOI: 10.1016/j.xplc.2024.101139
    Contributors: Tian Tian, Godelieve Gheysen, Tina Kyndt, Chenmi Mo, Xueqiong Xiao, Yanyan Lv, Haibo Long, Gaofeng Wang, Yannong Xiao
  • Morphological characterization reveals new insights into giant cell development of Meloidogyne graminicola on rice
    Planta
    March 2022
    DOI: 10.1007/s00425-022-03852-z
    Contributors: Yongrui Niu, Liying Xiao, Janice de Almeida-Engler, Godelieve Gheysen, Deliang Peng, Xueqiong Xiao, Wenkun Huang, Gaofeng Wang, Yannong Xiao
  • Endophytic Metarhizium anisopliae is a potential biocontrol agent against wheat Fusarium head blight caused by Fusarium graminearum
    Journal of Plant Pathology
    August 6, 2021
    DOI: 10.1007/s42161-021-00866-6
    Contributors: Qiuyan Hao, Dosouky Mohammad Dosouky Albaghdady, Yannong Xiao, Xueqiong Xiao, Chenmi Mo, Tian Tian, Gaofeng Wang
  • Plasmodesmata play pivotal role in sucrose supply to Meloidogyne graminicola-caused giant cells in rice
    Molecular Plant Pathology
    May 2021
    DOI: 10.1111/mpp.13042
    Contributors: Li-he Xu, Li-ying Xiao, Yan-nong Xiao, De-liang Peng, Xue-qiong Xiao, Wen-kun Huang, Godelieve Gheysen, Gao-feng Wang
  • Dihydroxyacetone of wheat root exudates serves as an attractant for Heterodera avenae
    PLOS ONE
    July 23, 2020
    DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0236317
    Contributors: Gaofeng Wang, Sergio Saia, Yunhe Wang, Hazem Abdelnabby, Xueqiong Xiao, Wenkun Huang, Deliang Peng, Yannong Xiao
  • Endophytic Bacillus velezensis strain B-36 is a potential biocontrol agent against lotus rot caused by Fusarium oxysporum
    Journal of Applied Microbiology
    April 2020
    DOI: 10.1111/jam.14542
    Contributors: G.F. Wang, J.F. Meng, T. Tian, X.Q. Xiao, B. Zhang, Y.N. Xiao