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.

 

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