Li He | Land | Best Researcher Award

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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

 

 

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.

 

Anelia Iantcheva | Agricultural Science | Excellence in Research

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Prof Anelia  Iantcheva |   Agricultural Science  |  Excellence in Research

Prof. Principal Investigator at  AgroBioInstitute, Agricultural Academy,  Bulgaria

Prof. Anelia Iantcheva is a distinguished researcher in plant genetics and biotechnology, currently serving as a Professor and Principal Investigator at the Agrobioinstitute of the Agricultural Academy in Bulgaria. She obtained her Master’s degree from Sofia University in 1987, followed by a Ph.D. in 1997 and a DSc in 2019 from the Agricultural Academy.

 

Publication Profile

Academic Background:

Prof. Iantcheva earned her Master’s degree from Sofia University in 1987, followed by a Ph.D. from the Agricultural Academy, Bulgaria in 1997, and a DSc degree in 2019. She became a professor and principal investigator at Agrobioinstitute in 2022.

Research Focus:

Her expertise lies in plant genetics, genomics, transcriptomics, molecular biology, and biotechnology of model and grain and forage legumes.

Research Contributions:

Prof. Iantcheva has coordinated several EU-funded projects, including Horizon 2020 “Legumes Translated” and the ongoing Horizon Europe “Legume Generation.” She has published 64 articles in indexed journals and contributed chapters to five books on somatic embryogenesis and genetic transformation.

Innovations:

Her research has led to the development of efficient plant regeneration systems and insertional mutant collections in Medicago truncatula, laying the groundwork for functional genomics in legumes. She has also innovated a low-temperature pre-treatment method for soybean seeds to enhance agricultural practices.

Publication Top Notes

  1. A novel Microbacterium strain SRS2 promotes the growth of Arabidopsis and MicroTom (S. lycopersicum) under normal and salt stress conditions
    • Journal: Planta
    • Publication Date: October 2024
    • DOI: 10.1007/s00425-024-04510-2
    • Contributors: Ho Manh Tuong, Sonia García Méndez, Michiel Vandecasteele, Anne Willems, Anelia Iantcheva, Pham Bich Ngoc, Do Tien Phat, Chu Hoang Ha, Sofie Goormachtig.
  2. Transcriptional and Metabolic Profiling of Arabidopsis thaliana Transgenic Plants Expressing Histone Acetyltransferase HAC1 upon the Application of Abiotic Stress—Salt and Low Temperature
    • Journal: Metabolites
    • Publication Year: 2023
    • DOI: 10.3390/metabo13090994
    • EID: 2-s2.0-85172238091
    • Contributors: T. Ivanova, I. Dincheva, I. Badjakov, A. Iantcheva.
  3. Transition to legume-supported farming in Europe through redesigning cropping systems
    • Journal: Agronomy for Sustainable Development
    • Publication Year: 2023
    • DOI: 10.1007/s13593-022-00861-w
    • EID: 2-s2.0-85146474358
    • Contributors: I. Notz, C.F.E. Topp, J. Schuler, S. Alves, L.A. Gallardo, J. Dauber, T. Haase, P.R. Hargreaves, M. Hennessy, A. Iantcheva, et al.
  4. Auxin and stringolactone interaction in extreme phosphate conditions
    • Book Chapter: In Agricultural Biocatalysis: Biological and Chemical Applications
    • Publication Year: 2022
    • EID: 2-s2.0-85142565230
    • ISBN: 9781000635287, 9781003313144
    • Contributors: M. Revalska, A. Iantcheva.
  5. Functional characterization of Medicago truncatula GRAS7, a member of the GRAS family transcription factors, in response to abiotic stress
    • Journal: Biotechnology and Biotechnological Equipment
    • Publication Year: 2022
    • DOI: 10.1080/13102818.2022.2074893
    • EID: 2-s2.0-85130201236
    • Contributors: M. Revalska, M. Radkova, A. Iantcheva.
  6. Legumes in natural post-fire successions of forest meadows and pastures in Northern Bulgaria
    • Journal: Thaiszia Journal of Botany
    • Publication Year: 2022
    • DOI: 10.33542/TJB2022-1-05
    • EID: 2-s2.0-85133384347
    • Contributors: G. Naydenova, M. Radkova, A. Iantcheva.
  7. Long-lasting low temperature pretreatment of soybean seeds enhances plant field performance and content of free metabolites
    • Journal: Bulgarian Journal of Agricultural Science
    • Publication Year: 2022
    • EID: 2-s2.0-85143811831
    • Contributors: G. Naidenova, I. Dincheva, I. Badjakov, M. Radkova, M. Revalska, A. Iantcheva.
  8. Moldovan soybean varieties testing in the condition of North Bulgaria
    • Journal: Bulgarian Journal of Agricultural Science
    • Publication Year: 2022
    • EID: 2-s2.0-85127731032
    • Contributors: G. Naydenova, M. Radkova, A. Iantcheva.

 

Bramwel Wanjala | Crop health | Best Paper Award

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Mr Bramwel Wanjala | Crop health | Best Paper Award

Senior Research Scientist at  Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organization,  Kenya

Dr. Bramwel Waswa Wanjala is an experienced research scientist at the Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organization (KALRO), where he has worked since 2003. His research primarily focuses on plant disease diagnostics and molecular biology, particularly the epidemiology and management of critical diseases like Maize Lethal Necrosis (MLN), Cassava Brown Streak Disease (CBSV), and sweetpotato viruses. Dr. Wanjala has contributed to the development of laboratory protocols, training of personnel, and the establishment of standardized practices that ensure high-quality lab operations. His work includes using genetic markers such as AFLP, SSRs, SRAP, and ISSR to analyze crop diversity, helping enhance agricultural resilience in Kenya. Dr. Wanjala’s expertise has made him a key figure in plant pathology research, where he supports capacity-building efforts and advances diagnostic methodologies for sustainable agriculture.

 

Publication Profile

Academic Background:

  • Ph.D. in Biotechnology (Expected Dec 2022) – Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology
  • M.Sc. in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (2013) – Egerton University

Expertise:

Dr. Wanjala is a skilled research scientist specializing in plant disease diagnostics, molecular biology, and crop germplasm management. His work has focused on critical plant diseases in Kenya, including Maize Lethal Necrosis (MLN) and various sweetpotato viruses, employing advanced techniques like ELISA, PCR, Q-PCR, and LAMP. At the International Potato Center (CIP), he led sweetpotato virus diagnostics and developed innovative technologies for rapid vine multiplication, like sandponics, significantly aiding the sweetpotato seed system in Sub-Saharan Africa.

Key Contributions and Achievements:

  • Capacity Building: Trained numerous researchers and technical staff in virus diagnostics across East and Central Africa, including for KEPHIS.
  • Diagnostic Innovations: Validated a ClonDiag Microarray for sweetpotato virus detection, reducing testing time from 6 months to 2 days.
  • MLN Lab Establishment: Set up a diagnostic lab for MLN and trained stakeholders in disease identification and management.
  • Prebasic Seed Production: Helped establish a sustainable sweetpotato seed production system with KEPHIS, distributing over 150,000 vines to farmers.

Professional Affiliations:

  • International Society for Tropical Root Crops (African Branch)
  • African Biotechnology Stakeholders Forum (ABSF)
  • Trustee and Director of Economic Empowerment, JEDIMU Trust

Publication Top Notes

  • “Loop-Mediated Isothermal Amplification assays for on-site detection of the main sweetpotato infecting viruses”
  • “Comparative analysis for producing sweetpotato pre-basic seed using sandponics and conventional systems”
  • “Improving rapid multiplication of sweetpotato (Ipomoea batatas L. (Lam) pre-basic seed using sandponics technology in East Africa”
  • “Storage root yield of sweetpotato as influenced by sweetpotato leaf curl virus and its interaction with sweetpotato feathery mottle virus and Sweetpotato chlorotic stunt virus in Kenya”
  • “Yield potential of sandponically produced sweetpotato (Ipomoea batatas (L.) Lam) pre-basic seed for selected genotypes”

 

Ali Reza Tavakoli | Crop Management | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc Prof Dr  Ali Reza Tavakoli |  Crop Management |  Best Researcher Award

Researcher at Agricultural Engineering Research Institute (AERI), Agricultural research, education and Extension organization (AREEO), Iran

Dr. Ali Reza Tavakoli is an esteemed agricultural engineer specializing in water productivity and irrigation management. With a PhD from the University of Tehran, his research focuses on improving water efficiency in agriculture through innovative irrigation techniques and sustainable practices. He holds the position of Associate Professor at the Agricultural Engineering Research Institute and has played a pivotal role in various national projects aimed at enhancing agricultural productivity and resource management.

Publication Profile

Education:

  • PhD in Irrigation and Reclamation Engineering
    University of Tehran, Paradise of Agriculture and Natural Resources, Karaj, Iran (2010)
    Thesis Title: Improving water productivity through integrated management of limited irrigation and advanced agricultural practices in rainfed cereal cultivation.
  • MSc in Irrigation and Reclamation Engineering
    University of Tehran, Paradise of Agriculture and Natural Resources, Karaj, Iran (1996)
    Research Title: Investigating the effects of deficit irrigation on sugar beet and determining production functions.
  • BSc in Irrigation Engineering
    Isfahan University of Technology, Isfahan, Iran (1994)

Research Fields:

  • Water management and deficit irrigation
  • Single and supplemental irrigation
  • Water harvesting systems
  • Evaporation control management
  • Production functions and their software
  • Irrigation systems management
  • Analysis of macro projects and national policies
  • Cropping patterns and water productivity

Professional Experience:

  • Associate Professor & Senior Researcher (Grade 32) promoting water productivity (2017 – Present)
  • Head of the Secretariat of the National Cropping Pattern (AREEO, since 2021)
  • Director of Studies and Evaluation at the Agricultural Education and Extension Institute
  • Senior Researcher at the Agricultural Education and Promotion Research Organization (since 2016)
  • Advisor to the Deputy Minister in Horticulture Affairs of Jihad e Agriculture (since 2016)
  • Member of National Policy Councils for Urmia Lake and Khuzestan region revitalization
  • Head of Technical and Engineering Research at Shahrood Agricultural and Natural Resources Research and Education Center
  • Extensive involvement in national and international agricultural projects, including collaborations with ICARDA.

Academic Achievements:

  • Citations: 1,168 (671 since 2019)
  • h-index: 16 (12 since 2019)
  • i10-index: 30 (21 since 2019)

Publication Top Notes

  1. The role of supplemental irrigation and nitrogen in producing bread wheat in the highlands of Iran
    Authors: AR Tavakoli, TY Oweis
    Journal: Agricultural Water Management
    Volume: 65, Issue: 3, Pages: 225-236, Year: 2004
    Citations: 197
  2. Optimal applied water and nitrogen for winter wheat under variable seasonal rainfall and planning scenarios for consequent crops in a semi-arid region
    Authors: AR Sepaskhah, A Azizian, AR Tavakoli
    Journal: Agricultural Water Management
    Volume: 84, Issues: 1-2, Pages: 113-122, Year: 2006
    Citations: 73
  3. Evaluation of the AquaCrop model for barley production under deficit irrigation and rainfed condition in Iran
    Authors: AR Tavakoli, MM Moghadam, AR Sepaskhah
    Journal: Agricultural Water Management
    Volume: 161, Pages: 136-146, Year: 2015
    Citations: 70
  4. Effects of Fumaria parviflora L on uremic pruritus in hemodialysis patients: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial
    Authors: R Akrami, MH Hashempur, A Tavakoli, M Nimrouzi, M Sayadi, M Roodaki, …
    Journal: Jundishapur Journal of Natural Pharmaceutical Products
    Volume: 12, Issue: 3, Article: e39744, Year: 2016
    Citations: 46
  5. Improving rainwater productivity with supplemental irrigation in the upper Karkheh River Basin of Iran
    Authors: AR Tavakoli, T Oweis, S Ashrafi, H Asadi, H Siadat, A Liaghat
    Publisher: International Center for Agricultural Research in the Dry Areas (ICARDA)
    Year: 2010
    Citations: 39
  6. Effects of seed priming on seed vigor and grain yield of barley (Hordeum vulgare L. cv. Abidar) in rainfed conditions
    Authors: B Abd Alrahmani, GK Ghasemi, M Valizadeh, V Feiziasl, AR Tavakoli
    Journal: Iranian Journal of Crop Sciences
    Volume: 11, Issue: 444, Pages: 337-352, Year: 2010
    Citations: 30
  7. Robotic locomotion of three generations of a family tree of dynamical systems. Part II: Impulsive control of gait patterns
    Authors: A Tavakoli, Y Hurmuzlu
    Journal: Nonlinear Dynamics
    Volume: 73, Pages: 1991-2012, Year: 2013
    Citations: 29
  8. Robotic locomotion of three generations of a family tree of dynamical systems. Part I: Passive gait patterns
    Authors: A Tavakoli, Y Hurmuzlu
    Journal: Nonlinear Dynamics
    Volume: 73, Pages: 1969-1989, Year: 2013
    Citations: 25
  9. Principles and applications of deficit irrigation
    Authors: AR Sepaskhah, AR Tavakoli, SF Mousavi
    Publisher: Iranian National Committee on Irrigation and Drainage (IRNCID), Tehran
    Year: 2000
    Citations: 25
  10. Using internal sinusoidal fins and phase change material for performance enhancement of thermal energy storage systems: Heat transfer and entropy generation analyses
    Authors: A Tavakoli, M Farzaneh-Gord, A Ebrahimi-Moghadam
    Journal: Renewable Energy
    Volume: 205, Pages: 222-237, Year: 2023
    Citations: 23
  11. Urinary tract infection with Candida glabrata in a patient with spinal cord injury
    Authors: M Rahimkhani, M Saberian, A Mordadi, S Varmazyar, A Tavakoli
    Journal: Acta Medica Iranica
    Pages: 516-517, Year: 2015
    Citations: 21
  12. Case series and review of glandular odontogenic cyst with emphasis on treatment modalities
    Authors: MM Roochi, I Tavakoli, FM Ghazi, A Tavakoli
    Journal: Journal of Cranio-Maxillofacial Surgery
    Volume: 43, Issue: 6, Pages: 746-750, Year: 2015
    Citations: 20
  13. Collision of two mass baton with massive external surfaces
    Authors: A Tavakoli, M Gharib, Y Hurmuzlu
    Year: 2012
    Citations: 20
  14. The role of limited irrigation and advanced management on improving water productivity of rainfed wheat at semi-cold region of upper Karkheh River Basin, Iran
    Authors: AR Tavakoli, A Liaghat, T Oweis, A Alizadeh
    Journal: International Journal of Agricultural Crop Sciences
    Volume: 4, Issue: 14, Pages: 939-948, Year: 2012
    Citations: 17
  15. Supplemental irrigation in Iran: Increasing and stabilizing wheat yield in rainfed highlands
    Authors: AR Tavakoli, T Oweis, F Ferri, A Haghighati, V Belson, M Pala, H Siadat, …
    Publisher: ICARDA
    Year: 2005
    Citations: 17
  16. Approach of Persian medicine to health and disease
    Authors: V Tafazoli, A Tavakoli, M Mosaffa-Jahromi, K Cooley, M Pasalar
    Journal: Advances in Integrative Medicine
    Volume: 9, Issue: 1, Pages: 3-8, Year: 2022
    Citations: 16
  17. Physics-based modelling and data-driven optimisation of a latent heat thermal energy storage system with corrugated fins
    Authors: A Tavakoli, J Hashemi, M Najafian, A Ebrahimi
    Journal: Renewable Energy
    Volume: 217, Article: 119200, Year: 2023
    Citations: 15
  18. Water allocation optimization for supplementary irrigation in rainfed lands to increase total income: Case study in the upstream Karkheh River Basin
    Authors: H Ramezani Etedali, A Liaghat, M Parsinejad, AR Tavakkoli, …
    Journal: Irrigation and Drainage
    Volume: 62, Issue: 1, Pages: 74-83, Year: 2013
    Citations: 15
  19. Evaluation of urinary interleukin-8 levels in patients with spinal cord injury
    Authors: M Rahimkhani, A Mordadi, S Varmazyar, A Tavakoli
    Journal: Recent Patents on Anti-Infective Drug Discovery
    Volume: 9, Issue: 2, Pages: 144-149, Year: 2014
    Citations: 14
  20. Gravity powered locomotion and active control of two simple systems
    Authors: A Tavakoli, Y Hurmuzlu
    Conference: Dynamic Systems and Control Conference
    Pages: 379-386, Year: 2009
    Citations: 13

 

 

Ajay Kumar Mishra | Regenerative Agriculture | Global Food Systems Innovator Award

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Dr Ajay Kumar Mishra | Regenerative Agriculture | Global Food Systems Innovator Award

Senior Associate Scientist at  International Rice Research Institute, India

Ajay Kumar Mishra is a Senior Associate Scientist at the International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) specializing in enhancing rice-based agri-food systems with a focus on soil nutrient management and ICT (Information Communication & Technology) tools. His research work, particularly on the Rice Crop Manager, has significantly impacted small-scale rice farmers in India by providing timely and precise crop management recommendations. This tool integrates innovative technology platforms that improve farming profitability and sustainability.

Publication profile:

Education:

  • Ph.D. in Environmental Studies – Kyoto University, Japan (MEXT Fellowship)
  • M.Sc. in Environmental Science and Technology – Banaras Hindu University, India
  • B.Sc. in Botany and Chemistry – University of Allahabad, India

Awards and Honors:

  • Young Scientist Award 2021 – Environment and Social Development Association, New Delhi, India
  • Research Excellence Award 2020 – Institute of Scholars
  • Best Paper Award – 4th International Conference on Soil and Water Resources Management (2019)
  • MEXT Scholarship (2015-2018) – Japanese Government
  • Numerous other awards for his research on carbon sequestration, agroforestry, and crop diversification.

📊 Citation Metrics

  • Total Citations: 877 (822 since 2019)
  • h-index: 17 (14 since 2019)
  • i10-index: 27 (24 since 2019)

Publication Top Notes:

  • DNRA: A short-circuit in biological N-cycling to conserve nitrogen in terrestrial ecosystems
    CB Pandey, U Kumar, M Kaviraj, KJ Minick, AK Mishra, JS Singh
    Science of the Total Environment, 738, 139710 (2020)
    Citations: 232
  • Agronomic and environmental determinants of direct seeded rice in South Asia
    A Chaudhary, V Venkatramanan, A Kumar Mishra, S Sharma
    Circular Economy and Sustainability, 3(1), 253-290 (2023)
    Citations: 46
  • Influence of farmyard manure and fertilizers on soil properties and yield and nutrient uptake of wheat
    KB Meena, MS Alam, H Singh, MA Bhat, AK Singh, AK Mishra, T Thomas
    International Journal of Chemical Studies, 6(3), 386-390 (2018)
    Citations: 43
  • Varietal variation in physiological and biochemical attributes of sugarcane varieties under different soil moisture regimes
    AS Nandwal, M Chand, K Singh, AK Mishra, A Kumar, A Kumari, B Rani
    NISCAIR-CSIR, India (2019)
    Citations: 40*
  • Promising management strategies to improve crop sustainability and to amend soil salinity
    AK Mishra, R Das, RG Kerry, B Biswal, T Sinha, S Sharma, P Arora, …
    Frontiers in Environmental Science, 10 (2023)
    Citations: 32
  • Carbon pools and nutrient dynamics under eucalyptus-based agroforestry system in semi-arid region of north-west India
    P Kumar, AK Mishra, SK Chaudhari, N Basak, P Rai, K Singh, R Singh, …
    Journal of the Indian Society of Soil Science, 66(2), 188-199 (2018)
    Citations: 30
  • Response of Sulphur and FYM on Soil Physico-Chemical Properties and Growth, Yield and Quality of Mustard (Brassica Nigra L.)
    MS Alam, AK Mishra, K Singh, SK Singh, A David
    Journal of Agricultural Physics, 14(2), 156-160 (2014)
    Citations: 30
  • Non-Judicious Use of Pesticides Indicating Potential Threat to Sustainable Agriculture
    AK Mishra, R Arya, R Tyagi, D Grover, J Mishra, SR Vimal, S Mishra, …
    Sustainable Agriculture Reviews, 50: Emerging Contaminants in Agriculture, 383 (2021)
    Citations: 28
  • Biomass production and carbon sequestration of Eucalyptus tereticornis plantation in reclaimed sodic soils of north-west India
    P Kumar, AK Mishra, M Kumar, SK Chaudhari, R Singh, K Singh, P Rai, …
    Indian Journal of Agricultural Sciences, 89(7), 1091-1095 (2019)
    Citations: 28
  • Carbon Sequestration And Soil Carbon Build-Up Under Eucalyptus Plantation In Semi-Arid Regions Of North-West India
    P Kumar, AK Mishra, SK Chaudhari, DK Sharma, AK Rai, K Singh, P Rai, …
    Journal of Sustainable Forestry, 1-13 (2020)
    Citations: 23
  • Effect of salinity on gas exchange parameters and ionic relations in bael (Aegle marmelos Correa)
    A Singh, PC Sharma, MD Meena, A Kumar, AK Mishra, P Kumar, …
    Indian Journal of Horticulture, 73(1), 48-53 (2016)
    Citations: 22
  • Multifaceted applications of different parts of Moringa species: Review of present status and future potentials
    G Kumar, A Giri, R Arya, R Tyagi, S Mishra, AK Mishra, J Datta
    International Journal of Chemical Studies, 7(2), 835-842 (2019)
    Citations: 19
  • Biomass estimation and carbon sequestration in Populus deltoides plantations in India
    P Kumar, AK Mishra, SK Chaudhari, R Singh, K Singh, P Rai, CB Pandey, …
    Journal of Soil Salinity and Quality, 8(1), 25-29 (2016)
    Citations: 19
  • Consequences of Straw Burning on different carbon fractions and nutrient dynamics
    AK Mishra, SK Chaudhari, P Kumar, K Singh, P Rai, DK Sharma
    Indian Farming, 64(5) (2014)
    Citations: 19
  • Long term impact of different cropping systems on soil quality under silty loam soils of Indo-Gangetic plains of India
    K Srivastava, HS Jat, MD Meena, M Choudhary, AK Mishra, …
    Journal of Applied and Natural Science, 8(2), 584-587 (2016)
    Citations: 18
  • Short-Term Tillage and Residue Management Impact on Physical Properties of a Reclaimed Sodic Soil
    SK Chaudhari, G Bardhan, P Kumar, R Singh, AK Mishra, P Rai, K Singh, …
    Journal of the Indian Society of Soil Science, 63(1), 30-38 (2015)
    Citations: 17
  • Standing carbon stock estimation in different tree species grown in dry tropical forests of vindhyan highland, Mirzapur, India
    AK Mishra, J Singh, V Kumar, R Srivastava, S Srivastava
    Ecology, Environment and Conservation, 19(2), 401-407 (2013)
    Citations: 17
  • Variation in soil properties and carbon stocks under roadside plantation and rice-wheat cropping system in North Western Haryana, India
    R Arya, AK Mishra, S Chaudhry
    International Journal of Current Microbiology and Applied Sciences, 7(04), 1939-1949 (2018)
    Citations: 15
  • Aggregate fractions and organic carbon dynamics in partially reclaimed sodic soils growing Eucalyptus tereticornis
    SK Chaudhari, P Kumar, K Singh, AK Mishra, P Rai, R Singh, DK Sharma
    Journal of Soil Salinity and Water Quality, 6(2), 96-100 (2014)
    Citations: 15
  • Ecological perspectives of crop residue retention under the conservation agriculture systems
    S Singh, R Singh, AK Mishra, S Updhayay, H Singh, AS Rahgubanshi
    Tropical Ecology, 59(4), 589-604 (2018)
    Citations: 14

 

Seyed Bahram Andarzian | Crop Production | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc Prof Dr Seyed Bahram Andarzian |  Crop Production |  Best Researcher Award

Researcher at  Agricultural research and Traning Istitute,  Iran

Seyed Bahram Andarzian, PhD, is a prominent researcher and expert in Modeling Crop Eco-physiology at the Research and Training Institute of Agricultural and Natural Resources of Khuzestan in Ahvaz, Iran. With a specialization in computer modeling and simulation of agricultural systems, Dr. Andarzian focuses on the impact of climate change and variability on agricultural production and water resource use. His research interests encompass seasonal forecasting and field management in agro-meteorology, as well as addressing various crop and environmental stresses, including water, heat, cold, and salinity stress. Additionally, he is dedicated to enhancing crop yield and water productivity through effective field management options and is involved in the development of mobile applications for smart agriculture. Dr. Andarzian’s contributions significantly advance sustainable agricultural practices in the region.

Publication profile:

Educational Background 🎓

  • Ph.D. in Agronomy (Crop Eco-physiology), Chamran University, Ahvaz, Iran (2007)
  • M.S. in Agronomy, Chamran University, Ahvaz, Iran (2000)
  • B.S. in Crop Production Engineering, Chamran University, Ahvaz, Iran (1994)
  • Diploma in General Agriculture, Agricultural High School of Rjaei, Ramhoormoz, Iran (1987)

Research Areas 🔬

Dr. Andarzian specializes in:

  • Computer modeling and simulation of agricultural systems
  • The impact of climate change and variability on agricultural production and water resource use
  • Seasonal forecasting and field management
  • Crop and environmental stresses (water, heat, cold, salinity stress)
  • Strategies to increase crop yield and water productivity
  • Development of mobile applications for smart agriculture

Professional Experience 🏢

  • Director, Research and Training Institute of Agricultural and Natural Resources of Khuzestan (2022 – Present)
  • Education and Promotion Deputy, Research and Training Institute of Agricultural and Natural Resources of Khuzestan (2013 – 2022)
  • Head of Research Department, Natural Resources, Research and Training Institute of Agricultural and Natural Resources of Khuzestan (2007 – 2011)
  • Member of the Scientific Board, Research and Training Institute of Agricultural and Natural Resources of Khuzestan (2002 – Present)

Memberships and Contributions 🌍

  • Active member of the International Consortium for Agricultural Systems Applications, University of Georgia, USA
  • Member of the Planning Crop Production Committee, Agricultural Organization of Khuzestan, Iran
  • Advisor for agricultural development and water use planning projects in Khuzestan Province

Dr. Andarzian’s extensive experience and dedication to advancing agricultural science significantly contribute to enhancing crop production and sustainable agricultural practices in Iran.

Citations:

Citations: 327
Documents: 315
h-index: 5

 

Publication Top Notes:

  • Improving Irrigation Scheduling of Wheat to Increase Water Productivity in Shallow Groundwater Conditions Using AquaCrop
    Goosheh, M., Pazira, E., Gholami, A., Andarzian, B., & Panahpour, E.
    Irrigation and Drainage, 2018, 67(5), pp. 738–754. Citations: 16
  • Quantifying the Germination Response of Spring Canola (Brassica napus L.) to Temperature
    Derakhshan, A., Bakhshandeh, A., Siadat, S.A.-A., Moradi-Telavat, M.-R., & Andarzian, S.B.
    Industrial Crops and Products, 2018, 122, pp. 195–201. Citations: 21
  • Determining Optimum Sowing Date of Wheat Using CSM-CERES-Wheat Model
    Andarzian, B., Hoogenboom, G., Bannayan, M., Shirali, M., & Andarzian, B.
    Journal of the Saudi Society of Agricultural Sciences, 2015, 14(2), pp. 189–199. Citations: 62
  • Validation and Testing of the AquaCrop Model Under Full and Deficit Irrigated Wheat Production in Iran
    Andarzian, B., Bannayan, M., Steduto, P., Barati, M.A., & Rahnama, A.
    Agricultural Water Management, 2011, 100(1), pp. 1–8. Citations: 205
  • Simulating the Effects of Planting Date and Nitrogen Fertilizer on Yield and Phenological Stages of Maize Cultivar SC-604 Under Climatic Conditions of South-Western Iran Using CERES-Maize Model
    Delfieh, M., Meskarbashi, M., Andarzian, B., & Farhoudi, R.