David Hidalgo | Biological pest control | Best Researcher Award

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Mr David Hidalgo | Biological pest control |  Best Researcher Award

Investigador Agropecuario at  Instituto Nacional de Investigaciones Agropecuarias INIAP, Ecuador

David Adrián Hidalgo Mata is an accomplished agricultural engineer and entomologist specializing in biological pest control. He earned his degree in Agricultural Engineering in 2004 from Universidad de las Fuerzas Armadas (ESPE) in Ecuador and later pursued a Master of Science in Entomology, graduating from the National Agrarian University La Molina (UNALM) in Peru in 2019. David’s research focuses on developing sustainable pest management methods, including biological control tools, the rearing of predatory and parasitoid insects, and the use of entomopathogenic nematodes and fungi. His notable publications, such as the Manual for the Production of Entomopathogenic Fungi and Quality Analysis of Bioformulated Products, reflect his commitment to advancing eco-friendly pest control solutions. Recognized internationally, David was selected as a USDA Foreign Agricultural Service Scientific Exchange Program fellow, conducting impactful research on tick control technologies at North Carolina State University. He is an active member of both the Entomological Society of Ecuador and the Entomological Society of Peru, contributing to the advancement of agricultural science in Latin America.

 

Publication Profile

🔬 Academic Background:

  • 2004: Graduated with a degree in Agricultural Engineering from Universidad de las Fuerzas Armadas (ESPE), Ecuador.
  • 2019: Completed a Master of Science in Entomology from the National Agrarian University La Molina (UNALM), Peru.

🌱 Research Focus:

David’s work centers on innovative biological control methods in agriculture, specializing in the development of:

  • Biological control tools
  • Rearing of predatory and parasitoid insects
  • Use of entomopathogenic nematodes and fungi for pest management

🏅 Awards and Recognition:

David was selected as a fellow in the USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service Scientific Exchange Program (SEP), where he conducted research on tick control technologies at North Carolina State University under the mentorship of Dr. R. Michael Roe.

Publication Top Notes

  • Non-Chemical Control of Nymphal Longhorned Tick, Haemaphysalis longicornis Neumann 1901 (Acari: Ixodidae), Using Diatomaceous Earth
    Authors: DWWRMR Reuben A. Garshong, David Hidalgo, Loganathan Ponnusamy
    Insects, Vol. 15, Issue 11, Page 14, 2024
  • Optimization of Solid Substrates for the Production of Conidia of Beauveria spp. and Isaria spp.
    Authors: JMR Suarez, JPS Pazmiño, GAG Mendoza, MEN Parraga, HMD Adrian
    Emerging, Vol. 4, Issue 2, Page 16, 2024
  • Ovicidal Effect of Beauveria spp. on Rhipicephalus microplus Tick Eggs in Greenhouses
    Authors: KDL Sangucho, GAG Mendoza, RRÁ Vaca, MEN Parraga, DAH Mata
    Emerging, Vol. 4, Issue 2, Page 14, 2024
  • Tick Control Using Beauveria bassiana Strain INIAP L3B3 in Combination with Organic and Chemical Molecules
    Authors: LMH Montero, ABR Peláez, GAG Mendoza, MEN Parraga, HMD Adrian
    Emerging, Scientific Magazine, Vol. 4, Issue 2, Page 14, 2024
  • International Scientists Conduct Climate Smart Research at NC State
    CIPN North Carolina State University, 2023
  • Entomopathogenic Fungi for Tick Control
    YouTube Video, 2023
  • Manual for the Production of Entomopathogenic Fungi and Quality Analysis of Bioformulations
    Authors: D. Hidalgo, C. Tello
    INIAP Repository, 2022
  • Obtaining Entomopathogenic Fungi
    YouTube Video, 2022
  • Production of Entomopathogenic Fungi
    YouTube Video, 2022
  • Development of Biopesticides Based on Entomopathogenic Fungi
    YouTube Video, 2022
  • Breeding of Insects for the Production of Biological Control Agents
    YouTube Video, 2022
  • Plant Protection Laboratory – Soldier Fly
    YouTube Video, 2021
  • Development of a Pelleting Methodology for Beauveria bassiana with Peruvian Inputs
    Author: D.A. Hidalgo Mata
    National Agrarian University La Molina, 2019

 

Américo Ferraz Dias Neto | Agriculture | BioAgri Innovator Excellence Award

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Dr Américo Ferraz Dias Neto |  Agriculture |  BioAgri Innovator Excellence Award

Executivo agrícola at  UNICAMP,  Brazil

Dr. Américo Ferraz Dias Neto is an accomplished Agricultural Engineer with over 20 years of experience in the bioenergy sector, specializing in agroindustrial processes, supply chain optimization, and sustainable agricultural operations. His expertise spans controlled traffic agriculture, digital agriculture, and predictive models for production improvement. Dr. Dias Neto has led large-scale projects and managed significant agricultural operations, gaining recognition through awards like the Outstanding Alumnus Award from UNICAMP and the Norman Joseph King Award.

Publication Profile

Education:

  • Ph.D. in Agricultural Engineering, FEAGRI-UNICAMP (2021)
  • M.Sc. in Agricultural Engineering, FEAGRI-UNICAMP (2000)
  • B.Sc. in Agricultural Engineering, FEAGRI-UNICAMP (1997)

Professional Experience:

  • Américo Ferraz Consult (2017–Present): Consulting in bioenergy, specializing in agricultural production management and sustainability.
  • Novo Milênio Distillery (2023–2024): Managed agricultural production over 28,000 hectares, enhancing productivity.
  • UMOE Bioenergy (2017–2020): Oversaw agro-industrial operations for a 42,000-hectare unit producing ethanol and energy.
  • Atvos (2007–2016): Led digital agriculture and logistics projects, implementing technologies for crop monitoring and cost reduction.

Publications & Patents:

Dr. Dias Neto has contributed to numerous publications focused on mechanized sugarcane harvesting, soil management, and digital agriculture. His notable patent includes “Soft Cana,” an innovative technology for sugarcane agriculture (2022).

Awards:

  • Norman Joseph King Award, ISSCT Congress (2023)
  • Outstanding Alumnus Award, UNICAMP (2023)

Publication Top Notes

  • Advancements of Agriculture 4.0 in Mechanized Sugarcane Harvesting: A Review
    Ciência Rural (2024)
    DOI: 10.1590/0103-8478cr20220562
    Contributors: Américo Ferraz Dias Neto, Jenyffer da Silva Gomes Santos, Raffaella Rossetto, João Domingos Biagi, Daniel Albiero
  • Use of Vegetation Activity Index for Evaluation of L-Alpha Amino Acid Treatment in Sugarcane Agriculture
    Agriculture (2024)
    DOI: 10.3390/agriculture14111877
    Contributors: Américo Ferraz Dias Neto, Ivan Bazo Bergamim, Flavio Roberto de Freitas Gonçalves, Raffaella Rossetto, Daniel Albiero
  • Use of Vegetation Activity Index for Evaluation of L-Alpha Amino Acid Treatment in Sugarcane (Preprint)
    (2024-09-22)
    DOI: 10.20944/preprints202409.1603.v1
    Contributors: Américo Ferraz Dias Neto, Ivan Bazo Bergamim, Flavio Roberto de Freitas Gonçalves, Raffaella Rossetto, Daniel Albiero
  • Strip Soil Tillage and Traffic Over the Soil on Sugar Cane Compared to Conventional Tillage Systems
    Sugar Tech (2023)
    DOI: 10.1007/s12355-023-01267-y
    Contributors: Américo Ferraz Dias Neto, Daniel Albiero, Raffaella Rossetto, João D. Biagi, Jenyffer Gomes da Silva
  • Modeling of Mechanized Sugarcane Harvesting to Support Decision-Making on Asset Management
    Sugar Tech (2022)
    DOI: 10.1007/s12355-022-01126-2
    Contributors: Américo Ferraz Dias Neto, Daniel Albiero, Raffaella Rossetto, João D. Biagi

 

Christian Coelho | Agricultural practices | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc Prof Dr  Christian Coelho |  Agricultural practices |  Best Researcher Award

UMR Fromage at  VetAgro Sup,  France

Dr. Christian Coelho is an Associate Professor at UMR Fromage / VetAgro Sup, specializing in agricultural and food science. He earned his Master’s degree in Environmental Chemistry from Université Paul Sabatier in 2006 and completed his Ph.D. in Environmental Sciences at Université Blaise Pascal in 2009. With a focus on the quality of fermented foods, particularly wine and cheese, he has authored numerous scientific papers and holds several patents. Dr. Coelho has supervised multiple graduate students and collaborates with various international research institutions and industry partners.

Publication profile:

Academic and Professional Background:

Dr. Christian Coelho obtained his Master’s degree in Environmental Chemistry from Université Paul Sabatier (2006) and a Ph.D. in Environmental Sciences from Université Blaise Pascal (2009). He served as an Assistant Professor in Food and Wine Science at the University of Burgundy (2011-2020) and co-led the National Diploma of Enology. In 2021, he joined VetAgro Sup as an Associate Professor, co-leading the Agriculture Environment Health and Territory program.

Research and Innovations:

Dr. Coelho’s research focuses on the impact of agricultural practices on the quality of fermented foods, particularly wine and cheese. He has authored 34 scientific papers, 2 review papers, and holds 2 patents, with an h-index of 20. His ongoing projects include the COST Pimento Programme and various FNADT and FEADER programs. He collaborates with international institutions and industry partners, enhancing the sustainability of food systems.

Contributions and Leadership:

A dedicated mentor, Dr. Coelho has supervised 5 PhD students and 24 Master’s students. He is actively involved in interprofessional associations focused on terroir-specific products and is leading initiatives on the cartography of fermented foods through the PIMENTO COST action.

 

Publication Top Notes:

  • Data fusion of HS-SPME-GCMS, NIRS, and fluorescence, using chemometrics, has the potential to explore the geographical origin of gentian rhizomes
    Food Chemistry
    2024-10 | Journal article
    DOI: 10.1016/j.foodchem.2024.141564
  • Exploring the Impact of French Raw-Milk Cheeses on Oxidative Process Using Caenorhabditis elegans and Human Leukocyte Models
    Nutrients
    2024-06-13 | Journal article
    DOI: 10.3390/nu16121862
  • Élimination de molécules phytosanitaires par des voies biologiques
    Revue des oenologues
    2024-01-01 | Book chapter
  • Produire des vins sans résidus quantifiables – Synthèse des résultats de 4 ans d’étude
    Revue des Oenologues
    2023-07-01 | Book chapter
  • Development of a Novel Flavored Goat Cheese with Gentiana lutea Rhizomes
    Foods
    2023-01-19 | Journal article
    DOI: 10.3390/foods12030468
  • Mid-infrared spectroscopy combined with multivariate analysis and machine-learning: A powerful tool to simultaneously assess geographical origin, growing conditions and bitter content in Gentiana lutea roots
    Industrial Crops and Products
    2022-11 | Journal article
    DOI: 10.1016/j.indcrop.2022.115349
  • Spectroscopic and microscopic characterization of dipicolinic acid and its salt photoproducts – A UVc effect study on DPA in solution and in bacterial spores
    Spectrochimica Acta Part A: Molecular and Biomolecular Spectroscopy
    2022-11 | Journal article
    DOI: 10.1016/j.saa.2022.121502
  • L’évolution du marketing digital par la filière viticole au service des consommateurs
    Revue des oenologues
    2022-09-01 | Book chapter
  • Typicité chimique et sensorielle des vins issus de terroirs volcaniques – Cas du gamay de l’AOC Côtes d’Auvergne
    Revue des oenologues
    2022-04-01 | Book chapter
  • Multispectral fluorescence sensitivity to acidic and polyphenolic changes in Chardonnay wines – The case study of malolactic fermentation
    Food Chemistry
    2022-02 | Journal article
    DOI: 10.1016/j.foodchem.2021.131370
  • Analytical combinations to evaluate the macromolecular composition of extracellular substances (ECS) from Lactobacillus plantarum cell culture media
    Analytical and Bioanalytical Chemistry
    2021-01 | Journal article
    DOI: 10.1007/s00216-020-03022-8
  • Influence of regionality and maturation time on the chemical fingerprint of whisky
    Food Chemistry
    2020-09 | Journal article
    DOI: 10.1016/j.foodchem.2020.126748
  • How Chemical and Sensorial Markers Reflect Gentian Geographic Origin in Chardonnay Wine Macerated with Gentiana lutea Roots?
    Foods
    2020-08-05 | Journal article
    DOI: 10.3390/foods9081061
  • New advances on the Brettanomyces bruxellensis biofilm mode of life
    International Journal of Food Microbiology
    2020-04 | Journal article
    DOI: 10.1016/j.ijfoodmicro.2019.108464
  • Effect of ageing on lees and distillation process on fermented sugarcane molasses for the production of rum
    Food Chemistry
    2020-01 | Journal article
    DOI: 10.1016/j.foodchem.2019.125405
  • Sulfites and the wine metabolome
    Food Chemistry
    2017-12 | Journal article
    DOI: 10.1016/j.foodchem.2017.05.039

 

 

Donald Manigat | Crop | Best Researcher Award

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Dr Donald Manigat |  Crop |  Best Researcher Award

Pesquisador at  Universidade Federal do Amapá – UNIFAP, Brazil

Dr. Donald Manigat holds a PhD in Entomology and a Bachelor’s degree in Agronomy. As a dedicated scientific researcher, his expertise spans insect bioecology, biological control, and plant resistance against arthropod pests. He specializes in Integrated Pest Management (IPM) and Plant-Insect interactions. His ongoing research includes bioactive natural insecticides for Spodoptera frugiperda and past projects on detoxification in Plutella xylostella. Dr. Manigat collaborates with prominent institutions such as Embrapa and has published in journals like MDPI. His work contributes significantly to sustainable agricultural practices through ecological pest management.

Publication profile:

🎓 Academic and Professional Background:

Dr. Donald Manigat holds a Bachelor’s degree in Agronomy and a PhD in Entomology. He is a dedicated researcher with expertise in insect bioecology, biological control, resistant plants against arthropod pests, and plant-insect interaction. His work focuses on Integrated Pest Management (IPM) strategies to promote sustainable agriculture.

🔬 Research and Innovations:

  • 🐛 Ongoing: Identification and characterization of bioactive compounds in Spodoptera frugiperda (Lepidoptera: Noctuidae).
  • 🦋 Completed: Research on the detoxification and immunity in Plutella xylostella.
  • 🌱 Completed: Ecological pest control using essential oil-based formulations and resistance management.

🏆 Contributions and Impact:

Dr. Manigat has made significant contributions to entomology, particularly in biological control and pest resistance management. His innovative research on natural insecticides and plant-insect interactions is vital to promoting sustainable agricultural practices. He collaborates with notable institutions such as Embrapa and CENTELHA-MCTI and has published in leading journals like MDPI.

🧪 Collaborations and Memberships:

Dr. Manigat collaborates with Revista Pesquisa Agropecuária Brasileira and Embrapa. He is also actively involved in scientific and industry projects related to vector control, water quality, and waste management.

Publication Top Notes:

  • Associational Resistance Using Wild and Commercial Tomato Genotypes Employed in the Management of Tomato Virus Vectors
    Agriculture, 2024-01-04 | Journal article
    DOI: 10.3390/agriculture14010098
    ISSN: 2077-0472
    Contributors: Donald Manigat, Karolayne Campos, Joyce S. dos Santos, Catiane Oliveira Souza, Jorge Braz Torres, Fabio Suinaga, Cristina S. Bastos
  • Post Marked Field Monitoring and Evolution of Occurrence of Spodoptera frugiperda (Smith) (Lepidoptera: Noctuidae) in Bt Maize in Brazil
    13th International Symposium on the Biosafety of Genetically Modified Organisms (ISBGMO13), 2014-11-09 | Conference paper
    AGR: Knowledge Center Biotech Updates, March 19, 2014 Issue
    Contributors: Donald Manigat