Tamirat Wato | Environmental | Young Researcher Award

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Mr. Tamirat Wato | Environmental | Young Researcher Award

Bonga University, Ethiopia

Mr. Tamirat Wato Wana is a senior lecturer and researcher at Bonga University, Ethiopia, specializing in Plant Science. He holds a BSc in Plant Science from Wachemo University and an MSc in Crop and Irrigation Agronomy from Debre Markos University. With over seven years of experience, he has served in various leadership roles, including Head of the Department of Plant Science and Director of Indigenous Knowledge. He is currently the Coordinator of Research and Director of Indigenous Knowledge at Bonga University.

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🔬 Research & Innovations:

Tamirat’s research focuses on solving socio-economic challenges related to agriculture. His work has led to significant contributions in areas such as traditional medicinal plants, crop production, and sustainable agriculture practices. Notable projects include his involvement in apple, pineapple, and coffee research. He is committed to furthering agricultural development through innovative research and collaboration with other scholars.

📚 Publications & Citations:

Tamirat has published over 28 articles in international peer-reviewed journals. His research can be found in journals such as Heliyon, Asian Journal of Science, and Agricultural Science.
Citation Index: h-index: 7

🧑‍💼 Professional Roles & Consultancy:

  • Editorial Board Member: Makira Journal of Natural Resource Management

  • Farm Consultant: Afri-herbal, Solomon Agricultural Products

  • Active Reviewer for various international journals

🌱 Areas of Research:

Tamirat’s expertise spans Agronomy, Crop Production, Sustainable Agriculture, Irrigation, Soil and Water Conservation, Horticultural Crop Production, and Herbal Plants.

🌍 Collaborations & Recognition:

He has collaborated extensively with universities such as Addis Ababa, Bonga, Debre Birhan, and Arba Minch on various projects. Additionally, Tamirat has completed over 49 certified online courses to enhance his professional development.

🏆 Contributions:

Through his extensive work in agriculture and education, Tamirat has earned recognition and awards for his significant contributions to both the academic community and his local community.

Publication Top Notes:

  • Identification of enset (Ensete ventricosum (Welw.) Cheesman) Landraces and Farmers’ Preference in Wolaita Zone, Southern Ethiopia
    Environmental Research Communications | 2024-10-01 | DOI: 10.1088/2515-7620/ad78bb
    Contributors: Abera Asfaw, Tamirat Wato, Alemu Andualem

  • Significance of Organic and Inorganic Fertilizers in Maintaining Soil Fertility and Increasing Crop Productivity in Ethiopia: A Review
    Environmental Research Communications | 2024-10-01 | DOI: 10.1088/2515-7620/ad79be
    Contributors: Tamirat Wato, Tilahun Negash, Alemu Andualem, Amare Bitew

  • Review of: “Growth, Instability and Trend Analysis of Rice Production Indicators in Nigeria”
    2023-12-11 | Book chapter | DOI: 10.32388/DA7YOZ
    Contributors: Tamirat Wato

  • Response of Faba Bean (Vicia faba L.) Grain Yield to Biofertilizer Rates and Inter Row Spacings at Kaffa Zone, South Western Ethiopia
    Journal of Agricultural Sciences – Sri Lanka | 2023-05-02 | DOI: 10.4038/jas.v18i2.10253
    Contributors: Worku Alemu, Tamirat Wato

  • Study on Character Association and Path Analysis in Korarima (Aframomum corrorima (Braun) Jansen) Germplasms at Jimma Southwestern, Ethiopia
    Heliyon | 2022-01 | DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2022.e08812
    Contributors: Simegn Kinfu, Tamirat Wato, Tilahun Negash

  • Application of Logistic Regression Model for Predicting the Association of Climate Change Resilient Cultural Practices with Early Blight of Tomato (Alternaria solani) Epidemics in the East Shewa, Central Ethiopia
    Journal of Plant Interactions | 2022-01-01 | DOI: 10.1080/17429145.2021.2009581
    Contributors: Tamirat Wato, Meseret Tadelo, Tilahun Negash

  • Tef [Eragrostis tef (Zucc)] Grain Yield Response to Nitrogen Fertilizer Rates in East Badewacho District, Hadiya Zone, Southern Ethiopia
    Cogent Food & Agriculture | 2021-01-01 | DOI: 10.1080/23311932.2021.1909203
    Contributors: Tamirat Wato, Manuel Tejada Moral

 

Meisam Mohammadi | Horticulture Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Dr Meisam Mohammadi | Horticulture Sciences |  Best Researcher Award

Faculty member, assistant professor at  ilam university, Iran

Dr. Meisam Mohammadi earned his PhD in Physiology and Breeding of Ornamental Plants in 2018. He has been a dedicated faculty member at Ilam University since 2014, serving as an assistant professor since 2019. His research focuses on crop physiology, stress responses, and post-harvest technology. Dr. Mohammadi has led 32 research projects, published 26 journals, and holds a local patent. He also serves as the internal manager of the Iranian Journal of Vegetable Sciences and is involved in 20 collaborative projects. His work addresses salt stress, chilling in crops, and postharvest physiology.

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Academic Background:

PhD in Physiology and Breeding of Ornamental Plants (2018)

Professional Experience:

Since 2014, Dr. Mohammadi has been a lecturer and researcher at Ilam University. He became an assistant professor in 2019 and has led multiple projects on crop physiology, stress, and post-harvest management.

Research Focus in Horticulture Sciences:

  • Salt Stress: Investigating the effects of salt stress on crop physiology and finding ways to mitigate its impact on plant growth and productivity.
  • Chilling Injury: Studying the physiological responses of crops to chilling temperatures and developing strategies to protect plants from cold damage.
  • Post-Harvest Physiology: Examining the physiological processes of crops after harvest to improve storage, quality, and shelf-life of horticultural products.

Publication Top Notes:

1. Impact of Gibberellic Acid and Calcium Chloride Treatments on Neck Bending Prevention and Vase Life Extension of Gerbera Cut Flowers

  • Journal: Journal of Plant Growth Regulation
  • Date: April 2024
  • DOI: 10.1007/s00344-023-11164-z
  • Contributors: Meisam Mohammadi, Mohammad-Ebrahim Ranjbar, Ghasem Eghlima

2. β-Aminobutyric Acid Enhances Salt Tolerance of African Marigold by Increasing Accumulation Rate of Salicylic Acid, γ-Aminobutyric Acid, and Proline

  • Journal: Scientia Horticulturae
  • Date: March 2024
  • DOI: 10.1016/j.scienta.2023.112828
  • Contributors: Rafid Majeed Hussein, Meisam Mohammadi, Ghasem Eghlima, Mohammad-Ebrahim Ranjbar, Faisal Zulfiqar

3. Pre-harvest Spray of GABA and Spermine Delays Postharvest Senescence and Alleviates Chilling Injury of Gerbera Cut Flowers During Cold Storage

  • Journal: Scientific Reports
  • Date: December 2021
  • DOI: 10.1038/s41598-021-93377-4
  • Contributors: Meisam Mohammadi, Mitra Aelaei, Mehdi Saidi

4. Antibacterial Properties of Scrophularia Striata Boiss. (Tashenehdari) Extract on Vase Life Improvement in “Stanza” and “Pink Elegance” Gerbera Cut Flowers

  • Journal: Biocatalysis and Agricultural Biotechnology
  • Date: September 2020
  • DOI: 10.1016/j.bcab.2020.101738
  • Contributors: Meisam Mohammadi, Mitra Aelaei, Mehdi Saidi

5. Pre-harvest and Pulse Treatments of Spermine, γ- and β-Aminobutyric Acid Increased Antioxidant Activities and Extended the Vase Life of Gerbera Cut Flowers ‘Stanza’

  • Journal: Ornamental Horticulture
  • Date: June 2020
  • DOI: 10.1590/2447-536x.v26i2.2120
  • Contributors: Meisam Mohammadi, Mitra Aelaei, Mehdi Saidi