Thirugnanasambandham K | Plant | Best Researcher Award

Dr Thirugnanasambandham K | Plant |  Best Researcher Award

Postdoctoral Fellow at  Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore,  India

Dr. K. Thirugnanasambandham is a dedicated chemist with extensive expertise in environmental engineering, modeling, and chemistry. He holds a PhD in Chemistry from Kongu Engineering College (Anna University, Chennai), awarded in 2015, following his M.Sc. and B.Sc. degrees in Chemistry from Bharathiar University, Coimbatore, where he consistently achieved first-class honors. In addition, he holds a Post Graduate Diploma in Computer Applications, furthering his interdisciplinary skills.

Publication profile:

Educational Qualifications:

Ph.D. (2012-2015)

  • Discipline: Chemistry
  • Institute: Kongu Engineering College, Perundurai
  • University: Anna University, Chennai

M.Sc. (2009-2011)

  • Discipline: Chemistry
  • Institute: SRMV College of Arts and Science, Coimbatore
  • University: Bharathiar University, Coimbatore
  • Class: First Class

B.Sc. (2006-2009)

  • Discipline: Chemistry
  • Institute: NGM College of Arts and Science, Pollachi
  • University: Bharathiar University, Coimbatore
  • Class: First Class with Distinction

Post Graduate Diploma in Computer Application (2007-2008)

  • Institute: Macripoint Computer Education Center, Pollachi
  • University: Indian Distance Computer Education, Coonoor
  • Class: First Class

Research Interests:

  • Chemistry
  • Environmental Engineering
  • Modeling

Industry/Research Experience:

The individual began their career as a Junior Chemist at New Venus Industries, Chennai, where they worked from May 2, 2011, to September 13, 2011. They then transitioned to an academic role as a UGC-Project Fellow at Kongu Engineering College in Erode, Tamil Nadu, from September 15, 2011, to February 1, 2014. Afterward, they pursued postdoctoral opportunities abroad, starting as a CAPES-Post Doctoral Fellow at the University of Maringa, Brazil, from February 1, 2016, to January 30, 2017. Following this, they joined Sun Yat-sen University in China as an NFSC-Post Doctoral Fellow from November 1, 2017, to November 15, 2018.

Their international research journey continued at Dublin City University, Ireland, where they worked as a Post Doctoral Fellow from March 1, 2019, to February 19, 2020. They then moved to Lodz University of Technology, Poland, where they held another Post Doctoral Fellow position from December 1, 2021, to August 31, 2022. Currently, they are continuing their postdoctoral research at Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, India, a position they have held since April 1, 2024.

Citations:

  • Total Citations: 2,808
  • Citations by Documents: 2,210
  • Total Documents: 67
  • h-index: 27

Publication Top Notes:

  • Cinnamon-mediated nano emulsion and its cryogenic activity on ROS-affected human sperm—A short study
    Ranganathan, P., Sridharan, T.B., Babujanarthanam, R., Ganesamoorthy, R., Thirugnanasambandham, K.
    Toxicology Reports, 2024, 13, 101714
    Citations: 0
  • Study on the degradation of dicofol via electrochemical oxidation process: simulation and validation
    Karchiyappan, T., Karri, R.R.
    Advances in Environmental Technology, 2022, 8(1), pp. 1–14
    Citations: 2
  • Protein recovery from sweet potato starch wastewater using modified chitosan
    Karchiyappan, T., Pachaiappan, R.
    Journal of Applied Water Engineering and Research, 2022, 10(4), pp. 340–348
    Citations: 3
  • Studies on treatment of automotive industry wastewater using ozonation, electro-Fenton and chitosan based coagulation process
    Karchiyappan, T.
    Current Research in Green and Sustainable Chemistry, 2022, 5, 100178
    Citations: 5
  • Investigation on the turbidity reduction from wastewater using electroflocculation process and aerobic mixed microbial culture: Modelling and pathway analysis
    Thirugnanasambandham, K.
    Journal of the Indian Chemical Society, 2021, 98(11), 100218
    Citations: 2
  • Preparation and characterization of Azadirachta indica A. Juss. plant based natural coagulant for the application of urban sewage treatment: Modelling and cost assessment
    Thirugnanasambandham, K., Karri, R.R.
    Environmental Technology and Innovation, 2021, 23, 101733
    Citations: 20
  • Treatment of vinasse liquid from sugarcane industry using electro-coagulation/flocculation followed by ultra filtration
    Karchiyappan, T., Delcolle, R.D., Goncalves, G.L., Vareschini, D.T., Gimenes, M.L.
    Polish Journal of Chemical Technology, 2019, 21(4), pp. 40–47
    Citations: 4
  • Dual treatment of milk processing industry wastewater using electro fenton process followed by anaerobic treatment
    Thirugnanasambandham, K., Ganesamoorthy, R.
    International Journal of Chemical Reactor Engineering, 2019, 17(12), 20190074
    Citations: 15
  • A Review On Hydrogen Energy Production From Electrochemical System: Benefits And Challenges
    Karchiyappan, T.
    Energy Sources, Part A: Recovery, Utilization and Environmental Effects, 2019, 41(7), pp. 902–909
    Citations: 31

 

Aboubacar Diallo | Agri Awards | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Aboubacar Diallo | Agri Awards | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Aboubacar Diallo, AfricaRice, Mali

Aboubacar Diallo is a Malian researcher and consultant specializing in Climate Information Services (CIS). He is currently affiliated with the AICCRA project at AfricaRice in Mali, where he plays a key role in supporting climate-smart agriculture and advancing agricultural research. With extensive experience in agronomy, natural resource management, and climate resilience, Aboubacar has been instrumental in coordinating and implementing various research projects across Mali. His expertise includes data analysis, research proposal development, and impact assessments, particularly in the agricultural sector. Aboubacar is proficient in using tools such as SPSS, STATA, and QGIS for analyzing socio-economic data. He has also served as a technical officer and consultant on several studies related to cotton production, food security, and local governance in Mali.

Publication profile

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🎓 Academic Qualifications:

Aboubacar Diallo is a highly skilled researcher with extensive academic and professional experience in agronomy, natural resource management, and climate services. He has contributed to numerous research projects and consultations in Mali, focusing on agriculture, food security, and climate-smart practices.

💼 Professional Experience:

  • Coordinator & Technical Officer: Cashew Project (PAFAM), Mali (2020–2022)
    • Managed project activities, supported technical teams, and provided training.
  • Senior Researcher/Consultant: Agronomic Research Center (CRRA), Mali (2018–2020)
    • Developed research proposals and analyzed agricultural data.
  • Consultant/Associate Researcher: Numerous research projects on cotton quality, local governance, and food security (2015–2023).

🧠 Key Skills:

  • Expertise in research proposal writing, impact assessment, and data analysis (socio-economic and econometrics).
  • Proficient in software such as SPSS, STATA, QGIS, and KoboCollector for research and data processing.

🌱 Recent Consultations:

  • Better Cotton’s Climate-smart Agricultural Practices: Mali (2022–2023)
  • Cotton Quality Study: CMDT-Mali (2020)
  • Local Governance and Democracy Study: NIMD, Mali (2019)

🏆 Trainings & Certifications:

  • Workshop on Leadership Essentials (2018)
  • Borlaug Higher Education Conference on Agricultural Impact (2017)
  • Intensive English Training: University of Ghana (2016)

Publication Top Notes:

  • A gendered analysis of farmers’ access to and willingness to pay for climate information services: Evidence from rice farmers in Mali
  • Correction to: Climate change adaptation strategies, productivity and sustainable food security in southern Mali (Climatic Change, (2020), 159, 3, (309-327), 10.1007/s10584-020-02684-8)
  • Local knowledge of Saba senegalensis fruits against malnutrition in Mali
  • Climate change adaptation strategies, productivity and sustainable food security in southern Mali

Anup Kumar Mandal | Post harvest loss | Best Researcher Award

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

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

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

Profile:

Education:

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

Professional Experience:

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

Research Focus:

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

Publication Top Notes:

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