Subir Kumar Nag | Climate Change | Best Researcher Award

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Dr Subir Kumar Nag | Climate Change |  Best Researcher Award

Principal Scientist at  ICAR-Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute,  India

Dr. Subir Kumar Nag is a Principal Scientist at the ICAR-Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute, Barrackpore, India. With a strong background in agricultural chemistry and soil science, he holds a Ph.D. from ICAR-IARI and a Diploma in Management from IGNOU. Dr. Nag has held various positions in ICAR, including Scientist and Senior Scientist, and has contributed extensively to research in pesticide residue analysis, ecosystem health, and organic feeding systems for livestock. He has received prestigious awards such as the Lal Bahadur Shastri Young Scientist Award and Fellowship Awards from both the Range Management Society of India and the Inland Fisheries Society of India.

Profile:

Education:

  • B.Sc. (Agriculture) Hons.
  • M.Sc. (Agr.) in Agricultural Chemistry & Soil Science
  • Ph.D. in Agricultural Chemicals (ICAR-IARI)
  • Diploma in Management (IGNOU)

Awards & Fellowships:

  • Lal Bahadur Shastri Young Scientist Award, ICAR (1999-2000)
  • Best Paper Awards (2010, 2011)
  • Fellowship Award (2017, 2024) from the Range Management Society of India & Inland Fisheries Society of India

Research Focus:

  • Pesticide residue analysis in feed, fodder, and milk
  • Monitoring pesticide and metal contamination in aquatic environments
  • Organic feeding systems for livestock production
  • Carbon sequestration and GHG emissions from wetlands
  • Endocrine disruption in fish due to emerging contaminants

Research Projects:

  • Led several projects on pesticide residue monitoring, ecosystem health, and the impact of pollutants on aquatic life.
  • Worked on improving livestock production through better resource management and quality assurance.

Teaching Experience:

  • Guided three Ph.D. students

International Experience:

  • Postdoctoral Research, CSIRO, Australia (2010)
  • NAIP Training on Carbon Sequestration, Ohio State University, USA (2013-2014)

Citations:

Citations: 1,003
Documents: 946
h-index: 16

Publication Top Notes : 

  • Wetlands function as carbon sink: Evaluation of few floodplains of middle Assam, northeast India in the perspective of climate change
    Nag, S.K., Ghosh, B.D., Das, B.K., Sarkar, U.K.
    Journal of Environmental Management, 2025, 373, 123841
  • An appraisal of carbon capture and sequestration in few selected wetlands of West Bengal
    Nag, S.K., Ghosh, B.D., Sarkar, U.K., Das, B.K.
    Environment, Development and Sustainability, 2024, 26(2), pp. 4229–4244
  • Trophic transfer patterns of arsenic in freshwater ecosystem layers in arsenic-endemic Ganges Delta and its potential human health risk
    Das Sarkar, S., Naskar, M., Sahu, S.K., … Das, B.K., Mohanty, B.P.
    Environmental Science and Pollution Research International, 2023, 30(60), pp. 126178–126194
  • Endocrine disruptive toxicity of cypermethrin in Labeo catla: Involvement of genes and proteins related to the HPG axis
    Ganguly, S., Adhikari, A., Sadhukhan, D., … Nag, S.K., Das, B.K.
    Science of the Total Environment, 2023, 901, 165958
  • Ameliorative effect of natural floating island as fish aggregating devices on heavy metals distribution in a freshwater wetland
    Sarkar, D.J., Das Sarkar, S., Santhana Kumar, V., … Samanta, S., Das, B.K.
    Environmental Pollution, 2023, 336, 122428
  • Emerging contaminant triclosan incites endocrine disruption, reproductive impairments and oxidative stress in the commercially important carp, Catla (Labeo catla): An insight through molecular, histopathological and bioinformatic approach
    Adhikari, A., Das, B.K., Ganguly, S., … Sadhukhan, D., Raut, S.S.
    Comparative Biochemistry and Physiology Part – C: Toxicology and Pharmacology, 2023, 268, 109605
  • Changes in seed yield and oil quality of flax (Linum usitatissimum L.) for industrial use in response to nitrogen and potassium fertilization
    Mitra, S., Adhikary, B., Islam, S., … Mondal, A., Kar, G.
    Archives of Agronomy and Soil Science, 2023, 69(15), pp. 3619–3636
  • Assessment of environmental and human health risk from pesticide residues in river Gomti, Northern India
    Nag, S.K., Sajina, A.M., Sahu, S.K., … Saha, K., Bandyopadhyay, S.
    Environmental Science and Pollution Research, 2023
  • Comparative assessment of carbon sequestration potential of different types of wetlands in lower Gangetic basin of West Bengal, India
    Nag, S.K., Das Ghosh, B., Nandy, S., … Sarkar, U.K., Das, B.K.
    Environmental Monitoring and Assessment, 2023, 195(1), 154
  • Impact assessment of an invasive macrophyte community on ecosystem properties: A Mass Balance Approach for Chilika lagoon, India
    Swain, P.R., Parida, P.K., Panikkar, P., … Nag, S.K., Das, B.K.
    Ecological Informatics, 2022, 69, 101592

 

Sallahuddin Panhwar | Environmental Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr Sallahuddin Panhwar | Environmental Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor at   National University of Sciences and Technology, Pakistan

Dr. Sallahuddin Panhwar is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at the National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST), Pakistan. With a focus on advanced civil engineering practices, Dr. Panhwar has developed expertise in structural analysis, materials science, and sustainable construction practices. His academic contributions have earned him an H-index of 12, underscoring the impact of his research in the field. Dr. Panhwar has authored several research papers, contributing valuable insights to the development of innovative engineering solutions. He is dedicated to teaching and mentoring students, guiding them toward careers in civil engineering.

Profile:

Google scholar

Academic Qualifications:

  • Postdoctoral Fellowship in Analytical Chemistry (2024), Gazi University, Ankara, Turkey
  • Ph.D. in Environmental Engineering (2019), Mehran University of Engineering & Technology, Jamshoro, Pakistan
  • M.E. in Environmental Engineering (2014), Mehran University of Engineering & Technology, Jamshoro, Pakistan
  • B.E. in Mining Engineering (2010), Mehran University of Engineering & Technology, Jamshoro, Pakistan

Professional Experience

  • Assistant Professor (2022–Present)
    Department of Civil Engineering, NUST, Quetta, Pakistan

    • Teaching courses in Environmental Engineering, Hydrology, Water Supply and Wastewater Engineering
    • Supervising undergraduate and postgraduate students on research projects
  • Postdoctoral Researcher (2023–2024)
    Gazi University, Faculty of Pharmacy, Department of Analytical Chemistry, Ankara, Turkey

    • Project: “Flexible Paper-Based Electrode Array for Detection of Pathogens in Water and Blood Using Bacteriophage”
  • Assistant Professor (2020–2022)
    Department of Civil Engineering, Balochistan University of Engineering and Technology, Khuzdar, Pakistan
  • Visiting Scholar (2018)
    University of Utah, USA

    • Research on water reuse under mentorship of Prof. Dr. Krista Carlson and Prof. Dr. Ramesh Goel

Research Projects & Grants

  • Principal Investigator: “Synthesis, Characterization & Biosensing Application of Metal Nanoparticles in Water” (TÜBİTAK, 56,800 TL, 2019)
  • Research Fellow: “2221 Research Fellowship Program for Foreign Citizens” (TÜBİTAK, 2023–2024)

Awards & Achievements

  • Cultural Diplomat Award from the University of Utah (2018)
  • Fully Funded Ph.D. Scholarship from the US-Pakistan Center for Advanced Studies in Water (2015)
  • TÜBİTAK Research Fellowship for one-year project (2019–2020)
  • Research Scholar under the exchange program at the University of Utah (2018)

Memberships & Professional Affiliations

  • Member, WWF Pakistan
  • Member, Pakistan Engineering Council
  • Peer Reviewer for journals like ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces and Omega

Research & Teaching Interests

Dr. Sallahuddin Panhwar specializes in various aspects of environmental and analytical chemistry. His research and teaching interests include:

  • Water quality analysis and environmental management
  • Nanoparticles and their applications in biosensing and electrochemical polymerization
  • Spectroscopic techniques, electrode modification, and microbial detection
  • Analytical chemistry and environmental engineering

Citations:

  • Total Citations: 454
  • Citations Since 2020: 434

h-index:

  • Overall: 12
  • Since 2020: 11

i10-index:

  • Overall: 13
  • Since 2020: 12

Publication Top Notes : 

  • Influence of tailor-made TiO2/API bentonite nanocomposite on drilling mud performance: Towards enhanced drilling operations
    Applied Clay Science, 199, 105862, 110, 2020.
  • Investigation of Irrigation Water Requirements for Major Crops Using CROPWAT Model Based on Climate Data
    Water, 14 (16), 17, 2022.
  • Highly sensitive and selective electrochemical sensor for detection of Escherichia coli by using L-cysteine functionalized iron nanoparticles
    Journal of the Electrochemical Society, 166 (4), B227, 34, 2019.
  • Water quality analysis of old and new Phuleli Canal for irrigation purpose in the vicinity of Hyderabad, Pakistan
    Water Practice & Technology, 17 (2), 529-536, 29, 2022.
  • Synthesis of l-Cysteine Capped Silver Nanoparticles in Acidic Media at Room Temperature and Detailed Characterization
    Journal of Inorganic and Organometallic Polymers and Materials, 28, 863-870, 20, 2018.
  • Fabrication of highly sensitive and selective electrochemical sensors for detection of paracetamol by using piroxicam stabilized gold nanoparticles
    Journal of The Electrochemical Society, 164 (9), B427, 20, 2017.
  • Estimation of irrigation water requirement and irrigation scheduling for major crops using the CROPWAT model and climatic data
    Water Practice & Technology, 18 (3), 685-700, 18, 2023.
  • A novel approach for real-time enumeration of Escherichia coli ATCC 47076 in water through high multi-functional engineered nano-dispersible electrode
    Journal of The Electrochemical Society, 168 (3), 037514, 17, 2021.
  • Dual Responsive Disposable Electrode for the Enumeration of Escherichia coli in Whole Blood
    Electroanalysis, 32, 1–10, 17, 2020.
  • Health and safety assessment in Lakhra coal mines and its mitigation measures
    Iranian Journal of Health, Safety and Environment, 4 (3), 775-780, 17, 2017.
  • High-Performance E. coli Antibody-Conjugated Gold Nanorods for the Selective Electrochemical Detection of Pathogens in Drinking Water
    Journal of Electronic Materials, 50, 7119-7125, 16, 2021.
  • Predictive Modeling of Biogas Production from Anaerobic Digestion of Mixed Kitchen Waste at Mesophilic Temperature
    International Journal of Waste Resources, 6 (3), 16, 2016.
  • Enhanced cellulose nanofiber mechanical stability through ionic crosslinking and interpretation of adsorption data using machine learning
    International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 237, 124180, 10, 2023.
  • Experimental investigation of methane generation in the presence of surface and un-surface nanoparticles of iron oxide
    AgriEngineering, 4 (1), 134-140, 8, 2022.
  • Generation of green renewable energy through anaerobic digestion technology (ADT): Technical insights review
    Waste and Biomass Valorization, 14 (3), 663-686, 7, 2023.
  • Synthesis and characterization approaches of silver nano particles for various novel applications
    Advances in Materials and Processing Technologies, 8 (4), 4106-4121, 7, 2022.
  • Arsenic removal through Bio Sand Filter (BSF) using different Bioadsorbents
    Journal of Water and Land Development, 48 (I–III), 11–15, 7, 2021.
  • Principles, methods, and real-time applications of bacteriophage-based pathogen detection
    Molecular Biotechnology, 66 (11), 3059-3076, 6, 2024.
  • Social and ecological climate change vulnerability assessment in the Indus delta, Pakistan
    Water Practice & Technology, 17 (8), 1666-1678, 6, 2022.
  • Nitrite Accumulation at Low Ammonia Concentrations in Wastewater Treatment Plants
    Sustainability, 14 (24), 16449, 5, 2022.

 

Mojtaba Hadavifar | Environmental Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr Mojtaba Hadavifar |  Environmental Sciences |  Best Researcher Award

Associate professor at  Hakim Sabzevari University, Iran

Mojtaba Hadavifar is a dedicated scholar and expert in environmental sciences, affiliated with Hakim Sabzevari University. He specializes in [insert specific research focus or expertise, if applicable]. With a commitment to advancing sustainable practices, Mojtaba contributes significantly to the academic and scientific community.

Profile:

Education and Training:

  • Ph.D. in Environmental Pollution
    • Department of Environmental Sciences, Faculty of Natural Resources and Marine Sciences, Tarbiat Modares University, Noor, Iran
    • Thesis: Removal of Mercury and Cadmium from Aqueous Solution in Batch and Continuous System by Amino and Thiol Modified Multiwalled Carbon Nanotubes
    • Research Course: Griffith University, Queensland, Brisbane, Australia (2013-2014)
  • M.Sc. in Environmental Engineering
    • Tarbiat Modares University, Noor, Iran (2006-2008)
    • Thesis: Application of Integrated Ozone and Activated Carbon for Decolorization and COD Reduction of Vinasse from Alcohol Distilleries
  • B.Sc. in Environmental Pollution Control Technology
    • Karaj, Iran (2002-2004)
  • Associate Degree in Environmental Sciences Technology
    • Hakim Sabzevari University, Sabzevar, Iran (2000-2002)

Research Areas of Interest:

  • Heavy Metals Removal from Wastewater
  • Biosorption of Heavy Metals
  • Wastewater Treatment (Reactor and Bioreactor Systems)
  • Mass Transfer and Chemical Reaction Engineering
  • Microbial Fuel Cells
  • Renewable Energies
  • Climate Change Assessment

Software Skills:

  • Design of Experiment (DOE)
  • Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • SigmaPlot
  • CS ChemOffice

📊 Citation Metrics:

  • Total Citations: 1,048
  • Citations Since 2020: 677
  • h-index: 11 (all years), 11 (since 2020)
  • i10-index: 12 (all years), 11 (since 2020)

Publication Top Notes:

  • Influence of tailor-made TiO₂/API bentonite nanocomposite on drilling mud performance: Towards enhanced drilling operations
    Applied Clay Science, 199, 105862 (2020) | Citations: 110
  • Investigation of irrigation water requirements for major crops using the CROPWAT model based on climate data
    Water, 14(16), 17 (2022) | Citations: 37
  • Highly sensitive and selective electrochemical sensor for detection of Escherichia coli by using L-cysteine functionalized iron nanoparticles
    Journal of the Electrochemical Society, 166(4), B227 (2019) | Citations: 34
  • Water quality analysis of old and new Phuleli Canal for irrigation purposes in the vicinity of Hyderabad, Pakistan
    Water Practice & Technology, 17(2), 529–536 (2022) | Citations: 29
  • Synthesis of L-cysteine capped silver nanoparticles in acidic media at room temperature and detailed characterization
    Journal of Inorganic and Organometallic Polymers and Materials, 28, 863–870 (2018) | Citations: 20
  • Fabrication of highly sensitive and selective electrochemical sensors for detection of paracetamol by using piroxicam stabilized gold nanoparticles
    Journal of The Electrochemical Society, 164(9), B427 (2017) | Citations: 20
  • Estimation of irrigation water requirement and irrigation scheduling for major crops using the CROPWAT model and climatic data
    Water Practice & Technology, 18(3), 685–700 (2023) | Citations: 18
  • A novel approach for real-time enumeration of Escherichia coli ATCC 47076 in water through high multi-functional engineered nano-dispersible electrode
    Journal of The Electrochemical Society, 168(3), 037514 (2021) | Citations: 17
  • Dual responsive disposable electrode for the enumeration of Escherichia coli in whole blood
    Electroanalysis, 32, 1–10 (2020) | Citations: 17
  • Health and safety assessment in Lakhra coal mines and its mitigation measures
    Iranian Journal of Health, Safety and Environment, 4(3), 775–780 (2017) | Citations: 17

 

Martin Pasqualetti | Renewable Energy | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr Martin Pasqualetti |  Renewable Energy |  Best Researcher Award

Professor and Senior Global Futures Scholar at  Arizona State University, United States

Martin J. Pasqualetti is a distinguished scholar specializing in the intersection of energy, land use, and societal impacts. His research focuses on renewable energy transitions, energy landscapes, and environmental sustainability. As a Senior Global Futures Scientist at Arizona State University, he contributes to advancing innovative solutions for a sustainable future.

 

Publication Profile

Academic Background:

  • B.A. – University of California, Berkeley
  • M.A. – Louisiana State University
  • Ph.D. – University of California, Riverside

Professional Roles:

  • Professor, School of Geographical Sciences and Urban Planning
  • Graduate Faculty, School of Sustainability
  • Senior Global Futures Scientist, Julie Ann Wrigley Global Futures Laboratory
  • Faculty, Barrett Honors College & Global Challenges Scholars Program

Awards & Honors:

Dr. Pasqualetti has contributed extensively to global energy and sustainability discourse, earning recognition for his innovative approaches to renewable energy and its societal integration.

Research Focus:

Dr. Pasqualetti’s research addresses the intersections of energy landscapes, sustainability, and societal impacts. Key topics include:

  • Conflicts in energy development
  • Renewable energy adoption on Indigenous lands
  • Visual and societal impacts of wind and solar energy
  • Food-energy-water nexus under drought conditions

📊 Citation Metrics:

  • Total Citations: 4,866
  • Citations Since 2019: 2,355
  • h-index: 30 (23 since 2019)
  • i10-index: 55 (35 since 2019)

Publication Top Note:

  • Policy and Institutional Dimensions of the Water–Energy Nexus
    CA Scott, SA Pierce, MJ Pasqualetti, AL Jones, BE Montz, JH Hoover
    Energy Policy, 39(10), 6622-6630, 2011 (553 citations)
  • Integrating Social Science in Energy Research
    BK Sovacool, SE Ryan, PC Stern, K Janda, G Rochlin, D Spreng, …
    Energy Research & Social Science, 6, 95-99, 2015 (456 citations)
  • Opposing Wind Energy Landscapes: A Search for Common Cause
    MJ Pasqualetti
    Annals of the Association of American Geographers, 101(4), 907-917, 2011 (440 citations)
  • Social Barriers to Renewable Energy Landscapes
    MJ Pasqualetti
    Geographical Review, 101(2), 201-223, 2011 (333 citations)
  • Morality, Space, and the Power of Wind‐Energy Landscapes
    MJ Pasqualetti
    Geographical Review, 90(3), 381-394, 2000 (288 citations)
  • Wind Power in View: Energy Landscapes in a Crowded World
    M Pasqualetti, P Gipe, R Righter
    Academic Press, 2002 (262 citations)
  • Wind Energy Landscapes: Society and Technology in the California Desert
    MJ Pasqualetti
    Society & Natural Resources, 14(8), 689-699, 2001 (178 citations)
  • Dual Use of Agricultural Land: Introducing ‘Agrivoltaics’ in Phoenix Metropolitan Statistical Area, USA
    D Majumdar, MJ Pasqualetti
    Landscape and Urban Planning, 170, 150-168, 2018 (156 citations)
  • The Predominance of Economic Development in the Support for Large-Scale Wind Farms in the US Great Plains
    MC Slattery, BL Johnson, JA Swofford, MJ Pasqualetti
    Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, 16(6), 3690-3701, 2012 (149 citations)
  • Mobile Education and Entertainment System, Method, and Device
    R Boscamp, M Pasqualetti, M Housley, D Ly
    US Patent App. 10/163,674, 2003 (123 citations)

 

Manoj Shrivastava | Soil Fertility | Best Researcher Award

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Dr Manoj Shrivastava |  Soil Fertility |  Best Researcher Award

Principal Scientist at  ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute,  India

Dr. Shrivastava has over 25 years of experience in agricultural research, specializing in soil physics, soil fertility, soil microbiology, climate-smart agriculture, conservation agriculture, and system sustainability. He has collaborated with diverse stakeholders across government, international agencies, and NGOs, and has made significant contributions to research, training, and policy development in environmental soil science and plant nutrition.

 

Publication Profile

Education:

  • Ph.D. in Biochemistry (Soil Biochemistry & Microbiology) – University of Mumbai, India (2008)
  • Postdoctoral at University of Texas at El Paso (2022) and University of South Australia (2010-11).
  • M.Sc. in Soil Science – G.B. Pant University of Agriculture and Technology, Pantnagar, India (1994)

Professional Experience:

  • Principal Scientist (2016-present) – ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi
  • Senior Scientist (2013-2016) – ICAR-IARI
  • Scientific Officer (1999-2013) – Bhabha Atomic Research Centre, Mumbai

Key Achievements:

  • Publications: Co-authored over 85 peer-reviewed research articles, edited 2 books, and holds 3 patents in agriculture and soil science.
  • Awards & Fellowships:
    • Fulbright-Nehru Academic and Professional Excellence Fellowship (2021)
    • Cleanup Conference Fellowship, Australia (2019)
    • Best Researcher in Environmental Science by IARD (2020)
    • Excellence in Research Award by SVWS (2017)
    • Distinguished Scientist (Soil Science) by Venus International Foundation (2016)
  • Notable Research:
    • Developed a multinutrient soil extractant (Indian Patent No. 358936).
    • Created high-efficiency P and Zn fertilizers for climate-smart agriculture.
    • Bioremediation studies on heavy metals like Cd, Ni, Pb, and arsenic.

Research & Project Leadership:

Dr. Shrivastava has led or contributed to numerous large-scale projects, including:

  1. Climate Adaptation & Mitigation: Co-PI for adaptation-mitigation strategies for climate change, funded by ICAR (2021-2026).
  2. Soil Health & Pollution Mitigation: PI for projects on biogas bioslurry utilization and fly ash usage in agriculture.
  3. Greenhouse Gas Emissions: Co-PI on ICAR-funded projects assessing agricultural impacts on air pollution and emissions (2014-2021).

Citations:

  • Total Citations: 2,084 (1,778 since 2019)
  • h-index: 21 (20 since 2019)
  • i10-index: 38 (34 since 2019)

Publication Top Notes

  • Hazardous heavy metals contamination of vegetables and food chain: Role of sustainable remediation approaches-A review
    S Kumar, S Prasad, KK Yadav, M Shrivastava, N Gupta, S Nagar, …
    Environmental Research, 179, 108792 (452 citations, 2019)
  • Environmental applications of chitosan and its derivatives
    SK Yong, M Shrivastava, P Srivastava, A Kunhikrishnan, N Bolan
    Reviews of Environmental Contamination and Toxicology, 233, 1-43 (131 citations, 2015)
  • KSM soil diversity and mineral solubilization, in relation to crop production and molecular mechanism
    M Shrivastava, PC Srivastava, SF D’souza
    Potassium Solubilizing Microorganisms for Sustainable Agriculture, 221-234 (94 citations, 2016)
  • Arsenic toxicity in rice (Oryza sativa L.) is influenced by sulfur supply: impact on the expression of transporters and thiol metabolism
    S Srivastava, JJ Akkarakaran, S Sounderajan, M Shrivastava, …
    Geoderma, 270, 33-42 (90 citations, 2016)
  • Effect of ZnO nanoparticles on growth and biochemical responses of wheat and maize
    A Srivastav, D Ganjewala, RK Singhal, VD Rajput, T Minkina, …
    Plants, 10 (12), 2556 (89 citations, 2021)
  • Phosphate-solubilizing microbes: diversity and phosphate solubilization mechanism
    M Shrivastava, PC Srivastava, SF D’souza
    Role of Rhizospheric Microbes in Soil: Volume 2: Nutrient Management and … (86 citations, 2018)
  • Utilisation of agro-industrial waste for sustainable green production: a review
    R Singh, R Das, S Sangwan, B Rohatgi, R Khanam, SKPG Peera, S Das, …
    Environmental Sustainability, 4 (4), 619-636 (78 citations, 2021)
  • Monitoring of engineered nanoparticles in soil-plant system: A review
    M Shrivastava, A Srivastav, S Gandhi, S Rao, A Roychoudhury, A Kumar, …
    Environmental Nanotechnology, Monitoring & Management, 11, 100218 (71 citations, 2019)
  • Circular economy fertilization: Phycoremediated algal biomass as biofertilizers for sustainable crop production
    GK Sharma, SA Khan, M Shrivastava, R Bhattacharyya, A Sharma, …
    Journal of Environmental Management, 287, 112295 (67 citations, 2021)
  • Conservation agriculture had a strong impact on the sub-surface soil strength and root growth in wheat after a 7-year transition period
    S Mondal, D Chakraborty, TK Das, M Shrivastava, AK Mishra, …
    Soil & Tillage Research (63 citations, 2019)
  • Phytofiltration of arsenic from simulated contaminated water using Hydrilla verticillata in field conditions
    S Srivastava, M Shrivastava, P Suprasanna, SF D’souza
    Ecological Engineering, 37 (11), 1937-1941 (60 citations, 2011)
  • Protein for human consumption from oilseed cakes: A review
    R Singh, S Langyan, S Sangwan, B Rohtagi, A Khandelwal, …
    Frontiers in Sustainable Food Systems, 101 (55 citations, 2022)
  • Bioremediation potential of spinach (Spinacia oleracea L.) for decontamination of cadmium in soil
    D Salaskar, M Shrivastava, SP Kale
    Current Science, 1359-1363 (51 citations, 2011)
  • Heavy metal hyperaccumulator plants: the resource to understand the extreme adaptations of plants towards heavy metals
    M Shrivastava, A Khandelwal, S Srivastava
    Plant-metal Interactions, 79-97 (39 citations, 2019)
  • Rock phosphate enriched post-methanation bio-sludge from kitchen waste based biogas plant as P source for mungbean and its effect on rhizosphere phosphatase activity
    M Shrivastava, SP Kale, SF D’Souza
    European Journal of Soil Biology, 47 (3), 205-212 (39 citations, 2011)
  • Production of biofuels options by contribution of effective and suitable enzymes: Technological developments and challenges
    R Singh, S Langyan, B Rohtagi, S Darjee, A Khandelwal, M Shrivastava, …
    Materials Science for Energy Technologies, 5, 294-310 (29 citations, 2022)
  • Integrated nutrient management reduced the nutrient losses and increased crop yield in irrigated wheat
    S Darjee, M Shrivastava, S Langyan, G Singh, R Pandey, A Sharma, …
    Archives of Agronomy and Soil Science, 69 (8), 1298-1309 (28 citations, 2023)
  • Effect of integrated and balanced nutrient application on soil fertility, yield and quality of Basmati rice
    P Srivastava, PC Srivastava, US Singh, M Shrivastava
    Archives of Agronomy and Soil Science, 55 (3), 265-284 (28 citations, 2009)
  • Survival of phosphate-solubilizing bacteria against DNA damaging agents
    M Shrivastava, YS Rajpurohit, HS Misra, SF D’Souza
    Canadian Journal of Microbiology, 56 (10), 822-830 (24 citations, 2010)
  • Zinc-and magnesium-doped hydroxyapatite nanoparticles modified with urea as smart nitrogen fertilizers
    B Sharma, M Shrivastava, LOB Afonso, U Soni, DM Cahill
    ACS Applied Nano Materials, 5 (5), 7288-7299 (23 citations, 2022)

 

Paul Sutton | Climate Change | Best Researcher Award

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Prof Paul Sutton | Climate Change |  Best Researcher Award

Professor at  University of Denver, United States

Professor Paul C. Sutton is a leading expert in sustainability science, population geography, and ecological economics. He is a Professor of Geography at the University of Denver, where he has served since 1999. His research focuses on topics such as urban metabolism, green infrastructure, land degradation, and the development of indicators for the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Sutton is also involved in international environmental initiatives, having contributed to UNEP’s Global Environmental Outlook and served as a Visiting Fellow at The Australian National University.

Profile

Academic Background:

  • Ph.D. in Geography, University of California, Santa Barbara (1999)
  • M.A. in Applied Statistics, University of California, Santa Barbara (1997)
  • M.A. in Geography, University of California, Santa Barbara (1995)
  • B.S. in Chemistry, Union College, Schenectady, New York (1983)

Career Highlights:

  • Professor of Geography at the University of Denver (2012-Present)
  • Visiting Fellow at The Crawford School of Public Policy, The Australian National University (2020-2021)
  • Research Associate at NOAA’s National Geophysical Data Center (1995-2010)
  • Lecturer at UC Santa Barbara’s Department of Geography (1992-1999)
  • High School Teacher (1983-1993) and Process Engineer (1984-1992)

Research Focus:

  • Population Geography
  • Sustainability Science
  • Ecological Economics
  • Developing Indicators for the SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals)
  • Ecosystem Services and Integrated Assessment
  • Urban Metabolism and Smart Cities
  • Green Infrastructure
  • Land Degradation
  • Applications of Nighttime Satellite Imagery

Engagement & Service:

  • Founding Member, Center for a Regenerative Future (2024)
  • Member, Board of Trustees, Morrison, CO (2018-2026)
  • Contributor to UNEP’s Global Environmental Outlook (GEO-6 and GEO-7)
  • Chair, Academic Program Review Team at Texas State University (2013)
  • Proposal & Manuscript Reviewer for NSF, NASA, ESA, ARC, and other scientific foundations
  • Keynote Speaker at various international forums

Honors and Awards:

  • Best Graduate Advisor, College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics (2024)
  • Australian Water Award for Goyder Institute Collaboration (2022)
  • Prose Award Winner for Environmental Sciences (UNEP GEO6) (2021)
  • Best Researcher Award – IRULA (2019)
  • NASA Earth System Science Fellowship (1997-1999)

Citations:

  • Citations: 62,096 (All-time), 28,454 (Since 2019)
  • h-index: 55 (All-time), 45 (Since 2019)
  • i10-index: 102 (All-time), 92 (Since 2019)

Publication Top Notes

  1. The value of the world’s ecosystem services and natural capital
    Costanza, R., d’Arge, R., De Groot, R., Farber, S., Grasso, M., Hannon, B., et al. (1997). Nature, 387(6630), 253.
  2. Changes in the global value of ecosystem services
    Costanza, R., De Groot, R., Sutton, P., Van der Ploeg, S., Anderson, S. J., et al. (2014). Global Environmental Change, 26, 152-158.
  3. Twenty years of ecosystem services: how far have we come and how far do we still need to go?
    Costanza, R., de Groot, R., Braat, L., Kubiszewski, I., Fioramonti, L., Sutton, P., et al. (2017). Ecosystem Services, 28, 1-16.
  4. The coasts of our world: Ecological, economic and social importance
    Martínez, M. L., Intralawan, A., Vázquez, G., Pérez-Maqueo, O., Sutton, P., et al. (2007). Ecological Economics, 63(2-3), 254-272.
  5. The value of coastal wetlands for hurricane protection
    Costanza, R., Pérez-Maqueo, O., Martínez, M. L., Sutton, P., Anderson, S. J., et al. (2008). Ambio, 241-248.
  6. Global estimates of market and non-market values derived from nighttime satellite imagery, land cover, and ecosystem service valuation
    Sutton, P. C., Costanza, R. (2002). Ecological Economics, 41(3), 509-527.
  7. Is decoupling GDP growth from environmental impact possible?
    Ward, J. D., Sutton, P. C., Werner, A. D., Costanza, R., Mohr, S. H., Simmons, C. T. (2016). PLOS ONE, 11(10), e0164733.
  8. Radiance calibration of DMSP-OLS low-light imaging data of human settlements
    Elvidge, C. D., Baugh, K. E., Dietz, J. B., Bland, T., Sutton, P. C., Kroehl, H. W. (1999). Remote Sensing of Environment, 68(1), 77-88.
  9. Census from Heaven: An estimate of the global human population using night-time satellite imagery
    Sutton, P., Roberts, D., Elvidge, C., Baugh, K. (2001). International Journal of Remote Sensing, 22(16), 3061-3076.
  10. A global poverty map derived from satellite data
    Elvidge, C. D., Sutton, P. C., Ghosh, T., Tuttle, B. T., Baugh, K. E., Bhaduri, B., Bright, E. (2009). Computers & Geosciences, 35(8), 1652-1660.
  11. Global distribution and density of constructed impervious surfaces
    Elvidge, C. D., Tuttle, B. T., Sutton, P. S., Baugh, K. E., Howard, A. T., Milesi, C., et al. (2007). Sensors, 7(9), 1962-1979.
  12. The value of ecosystem services: putting the issues in perspective
    Costanza, R., d’Arge, R., De Groot, R., Farber, S., Grasso, M., Hannon, B., et al. (1998). Ecological Economics, 25(1), 67-72.
  13. Shedding light on the global distribution of economic activity
    Ghosh, T., Powell, R. L., Elvidge, C. D., Baugh, K. E., Sutton, P. C., Anderson, S. (2010). The Open Geography Journal, 3(1), 147-160.
  14. Estimation of gross domestic product at sub-national scales using nighttime satellite imagery
    Sutton, P. C., Elvidge, C. D., Ghosh, T. (2007). International Journal of Ecological Economics & Statistics, 8(S07), 5-21.
  15. A comparison of nighttime satellite imagery
    Sutton, P., Roberts, D., Elvidge, C., Meij, H. (1997). Photogrammetric Engineering & Remote Sensing, 63(11), 1303-1313.
  16. A review of methods, data, and models to assess changes in the value of ecosystem services from land degradation and restoration
    Turner, K. G., Anderson, S., Gonzales-Chang, M., Costanza, R., Courville, S., et al. (2016). Ecological Modelling, 319, 190-207.
  17. A scale-adjusted measure of “urban sprawl” using nighttime satellite imagery
    Sutton, P. C. (2003). Remote Sensing of Environment, 86(3), 353-369.
  18. The Nightsat mission concept
    Elvidge, C. D., Cinzano, P., Pettit, D. R., Arvesen, J., Sutton, P., Small, C., et al. (2007). International Journal of Remote Sensing, 28(12), 2645-2670.
  19. Modeling population density with night-time satellite imagery and GIS
    Sutton, P. (1997). Computers, Environment and Urban Systems, 21(3-4), 227-244.
  20. The future value of ecosystem services: global scenarios and national implications
    Kubiszewski, I., Costanza, R., Anderson, S., Sutton, P. (2017). Ecosystem Services, 26, 289-301.

 

Prathiviraj Ragothaman | Climate Change | Best Researcher Award

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Dr Prathiviraj Ragothaman | Climate Change | Best Researcher Award

Research Associate-II at  Pondicherry University,  India

Dr. R. Prathiviraj is a bioinformatics expert with extensive experience in metagenomics, systems biology, protein engineering, and structural bioinformatics. With a Ph.D. in Bioinformatics from Bharathidasan University, he has contributed significantly to genomic and metagenomic research, including developing computational models and databases. His research experience spans over 11 years, with 5 years post-Ph.D. and over 56 research publications.

 

Publication Profile

🎓 Education:

  • Ph.D. in Bioinformatics – Bharathidasan University, 2019
  • M.Phil. in Bioinformatics – Bharathidasan University, 2013
  • M.Sc. in Bioinformatics – Bharathidasan University, 2011

🏆 Achievements:

  • Publications: 56 research papers, 6 book chapters, 1 conference proceeding
  • H-index: 14 | i10-index: 25 | Total Citations: 510
  • Projects: Led a DST-SERB-funded project on thermophilic CO₂ bioconversion (₹2.1 million)
  • Database Development: Developed CPSIR-CM DB, in silico organisms iPR654 and iCS758
  • Awards:
    • India Prime Icon-Young Researcher Award (2021)
    • InSc-Research Excellence Award (2020)
    • Best Young Researcher Award by GRABS Educational Trust (2019)

💻 Skills & Technical Expertise:

  • Programming: C, C++, Java, R (Basic), Perl, HTML, Visual Basic
  • Operating Systems: Windows XP/2000, Linux
  • Bioinformatics Tools: RasMol, Swiss PDB, PyMol, Autodock, Simpheny™, MEGA, BioEdit, and more
  • Commercial Software for Drug Discovery: Schrödinger™, Discovery Studio™

🔬 Research Interests:

  • Metagenomics & NGS
  • Systems Biology & Genome-Scale Reconstruction
  • Molecular Modeling & Protein Engineering
  • Structural Bioinformatics & Drug Design

🌐 Professional Memberships:

  • Board Member & Research Advisory, Xcellogen Biotech Pvt. Ltd.
  • Life Member, Institute of Scholars (InSc)
  • Advisory Member, Biodiversity Team, Bharathidasan University

Publication Top Notes

  • Methanobacterium Formicicum as a Target Rumen Methanogen for the Development of New Methane Mitigation Interventions: A Review
    • P. Chellapandi, M. Bharathi, C. Sangavai, R. Prathiviraj, Veterinary and Animal Science, 36, 2018
  • A Gelatinized Lipopeptide Diet Effectively Modulates Immune Response, Disease Resistance and Gut Microbiome in Penaeus vannamei Challenged with Vibrio parahaemolyticus
    • R. Prathiviraj, R. Rajeev, H. Fernandes, K. Rathna, A.N. Lipton, J. Selvin, Fish & Shellfish Immunology, 112, 92-107, 2021
  • HRLC-ESI-MS-Based Identification of Active Small Molecules from Cissus quadrangularis and Likelihood of Their Action Towards the Primary Targets of Osteoarthritis
    • L.D. Kumar, R. Prathiviraj, M. Selvakumar, R. Guna, E. Abbirami, T. Sivasudha, Journal of Molecular Structure, 1199, 127048, 2020
  • Zoonotic Evolution and Implications of Microbiome in Viral Transmission and Infection
    • R. Rajeev, R. Prathiviraj, G.S. Kiran, J. Selvin, Virus Research, 290, 198175, 2020
  • Analysis of Modularity in Proteome-Wide Protein Interaction Networks of Methanothermobacter thermautotrophicus Strain ΔH and Metal-Loving Bacteria
    • R. Prathiviraj, B. Sheela, P. Chellapandi, Journal of Proteins and Proteomics, 1-12, 2019
  • Phylogenomic Proximity and Comparative Proteomic Analysis of SARS-CoV-2
    • R. Prathiviraj, G.S. Kiran, J. Selvin, Gene Reports, 20, 100777, 2020
  • Structure–Function Discrepancy in Clostridium botulinum C3 Toxin for Its Rational Prioritization as a Subunit Vaccine
    • R. Prathiviraj, A. Prisilla, P. Chellapandi, Journal of Biomolecular Structure and Dynamics, 34 (6), 1317-1329, 2016
  • Brassica juncea (L.) Czern. Leaves Alleviate Adjuvant-Induced Rheumatoid Arthritis in Rats via Modulating the Finest Disease Targets – IL2RA, IL18 and VEGFA
    • L. Dinesh Kumar, M. Selvakumar, R. Sasikala, R. Guna, E. Abbirami, R. Prathiviraj, Journal of Biomolecular Structure and Dynamics, 40 (18), 8155-8168, 2022
  • Gut Microbiome Responses in the Metabolism of Human Dietary Components: Implications in Health and Homeostasis
    • R. Rajeev, P.S. Seethalakshmi, P.K. Jena, R. Prathiviraj, G.S. Kiran, J. Selvin, Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition, 62 (27), 7615-7631, 2022
  • Modeling a Global Regulatory Network of Methanothermobacter thermautotrophicus Strain ∆H
    • R. Prathiviraj, P. Chellapandi, Network Modeling Analysis in Health Informatics and Bioinformatics, 9 (1), 17, 2020
  • Potential Probiotic Properties and Molecular Identification of Lactic Acid Bacteria Isolated from Fermented Millet Porridge or Ragi Koozh and Jalebi Batter
    • M. Manovina, B. Thamarai Selvi, R. Prathiviraj, J. Selvin, Animal Gene, 26, 200134, 2022
  • A Novel Anti-Infective Molecule Nesfactin Identified from Sponge-Associated Bacteria Nesterenkonia sp. MSA31 Against Multidrug Resistant Pseudomonas aeruginosa
    • G.S. Kiran, A. Sajayan, G. Priyadharshini, A. Balakrishnan, R. Prathiviraj, Microbial Pathogenesis, 157, 104923, 2021
  • A Hijack Mechanism of Indian SARS-CoV-2 Isolates for Relapsing Contemporary Antiviral Therapeutics
    • R. Prathiviraj, S. Saranya, M. Bharathi, P. Chellapandi, Computers in Biology and Medicine, 132, 104315, 2021
  • Structural Constraints-Based Evaluation of Immunogenic Avirulent Toxins from Clostridium botulinum C2 and C3 Toxins as Subunit Vaccines
    • A. Prisilla, R. Prathiviraj, R. Sasikala, P. Chellapandi, Infection, Genetics and Evolution, 44, 17-27, 2016
  • Network Pharmacology-Based Analysis of Astragalus propinquus Components for the Treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis and Diabetes
    • T.R. Sivakumar, D. Surendhirana, K. Chen, P. Lv, A. Vinothkanna, R. Prathiviraj, South African Journal of Botany, 139, 92-105, 2021
  • Molecular Evolutionary Constraints that Determine the Avirulence State of Clostridium botulinum C2 Toxin
    • A. Prisilla, R. Prathiviraj, P. Chellapandi, Journal of Molecular Evolution, 84, 174-186, 2017
  • Fermentation Microbiome and Metabolic Profiles of Indian Palm Wine
    • R. Prathiviraj, R. Rajeev, C.M. Jose, A. Begum, J. Selvin, G.S. Kiran, Gene Reports, 27, 101543, 2022
  • Comparative Genomic Analysis Reveals Starvation Survival Systems in Methanothermobacter thermautotrophicus ΔH
    • R. Prathiviraj, P. Chellapandi, Anaerobe, 64, 102216, 2020
  • Functional Annotation of Operome from Methanothermobacter thermautotrophicus ΔH: An Insight to Metabolic Gap Filling
    • R. Prathiviraj, P. Chellapandi, International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 123, 350-362, 2019
  • A Comprehensive Review on Methane’s Dual Role: Effects in Climate Change and Potential as a Carbon-Neutral Energy Source
    • M. Sobanaa, R. Prathiviraj, J. Selvin, M. Prathaban, Environmental Science and Pollution Research, 1-16, 2024

 

Zeeshan Zafar | Climate Change | Best Researcher Award

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Dr Zeeshan Zafar |  Climate Change | Best Researcher Award

Postdoctoral Researcher at  Wuhan University,  China

 

Dr. Zeeshan Zafar is a physical geographer and researcher with expertise in remote sensing, GIS, and environmental modeling. His work focuses on machine learning applications in hydrology and climate change impact studies, particularly in urban and natural ecosystems. Dr. Zafar has contributed to research publications on carbon storage modeling, LULC, urban heat islands, and soil erosion, and he actively collaborates on projects assessing ecological health risks and sustainable urban planning.

 

Publication Profile

Education:

Dr. Zeeshan Zafar completed his Ph.D. in Physical Geography from Northwest University, Xi’an, China. He holds an M.S. in Remote Sensing & GIS from PMAS Arid Agriculture University, Rawalpindi, Pakistan.

Professional Experience:

Dr. Zafar is currently a Postdoctoral Researcher at Wuhan University, China, where he focuses on advanced GIS and ecological modeling methodologies. Previously, he served as a GIS Manager at GreenAge Services in Pakistan (2016-2018) and as an Instructor at Virtual University, Pakistan (2013-2016), where he developed remote sensing and GIS curricula and trained students in these fields.

Research Interest:

Dr. Zafar’s research integrates machine learning, hydrological modeling, ecosystem services, and climate change impacts. His expertise extends to ecological modeling, land-use/land-cover (LULC) change, urbanization, and land surface temperature modeling. He is proficient in advanced spatial analysis using satellite data, machine learning, deep learning, and statistical modeling.

Author Metrics:

Dr. Zafar has published extensively in reputable journals, including Ecological Informatics, Theoretical and Applied Climatology, and Water Supply. His research, recognized for its impact on understanding climate and urban dynamics, is supported by over 20 peer-reviewed articles and ongoing submissions to high-impact journals. His work is regularly cited by peers in environmental science and remote sensing domains.

Publication Top Notes
  • Selection of medical clinic for disease diagnosis by using TOPSIS method
    RM Zulqarnain, S Abdal, B Ali, L Ali, F Dayan, MI Ahamad, Z Zafar
    International Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences Review and Research, 61(1), 2020.
  • Application of TOPSIS method in decision making via soft set
    RM Zulqarnain, S Abdal, A Maalik, B Ali, Z Zafar, MI Ahamad, S Younas
    Biomedical Journal of Scientific & Technical Research, 24(3), 18208-18215, 2020.
  • Trend analysis of the decadal variations of water bodies and land use/land cover through MODIS imagery: An in-depth study from Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan
    Z Zafar, MS Mehmood, MI Ahamad, A Chudhary, N Abbas, AR Khan
    Water Supply, 21(2), 927-940, 2021.
  • Fostering deep learning approaches to evaluate the impact of urbanization on vegetation and future prospects
    Z Zafar, MS Mehmood, Z Shiyan, M Zubair, M Sajjad, Q Yaochen
    Ecological Indicators, 146, 109788, 2023.
  • Time Series Analyses and Forecasting of Surface Urban Heat Island Intensity Using ARIMA Model in Punjab, Pakistan
    MS Mehmood, Z Zafar, M Sajjad, S Hussain, S Zhai, Y Qin
    Land, 12(1), 142, 2022.
  • Performance assessment of machine learning algorithms for mapping of land use/land cover using remote sensing data
    Z Zafar, M Zubair, Y Zha, S Fahd, AA Nadeem
    The Egyptian Journal of Remote Sensing and Space Sciences, 27(2), 216-226, 2024.
  • Spatial Downscaling and Gap-Filling of SMAP Soil Moisture to High Resolution Using MODIS Surface Variables and Machine Learning Approaches over ShanDian River Basin, China
    AA Nadeem, Y Zha, L Shi, S Ali, X Wang, Z Zafar, Z Afzal, MAUR Tariq
    Remote Sensing, 15(3), 812, 2023.
  • Generalized fuzzy TOPSIS to solve multi-criteria decision-making problems
    RM Zulqarnaın, M Saeed, B Ali, S Abdal, M Saqlaın, MI Ahamad, Z Zafar
    Journal of New Theory, 40-50, 2020.
  • Comprehensive assessment on groundwater quality, pollution characteristics, and ecological health risks under seasonal thaws: Spatial insights with Monte Carlo simulations
    C Jia, AR Altaf, F Li, I Ashraf, Z Zafar, AA Nadeem
    Groundwater for Sustainable Development, 22, 100952, 2023.
  • Mapping flood extend and its impact on land use/land cover and settlements variations: A case study of Layyah District, Punjab, Pakistan
    S Soomro, C Hu, MW Boota, MHAA Soomro, S Jian, Z Zafar, X Li
    Acta Geophysica, 69, 2291-2304, 2021.
  • Application of Intuitionistic Fuzzy Soft Matrices for Disease Diagnosis
    RM Zulqarnain, M Saeed, MI Ahamad, S Abdal, Z Zafar, M Aslam
    International Journal of Discrete Mathematics, 5(1), 4-9, 2020.
  • The spatial coupling effect between urban street network’s centrality and collection & delivery points: A spatial design network analysis-based study
    MS Mehmood, G Li, A Jin, A Rehman, V Wijeratne, Z Zafar, AR Khan
    PLOS One, 16(5), e0251093, 2021.
  • Predictive modeling of regional carbon storage dynamics in response to land use/land cover changes: An InVEST-based analysis
    Z Zafar, M Zubair, Y Zha, MS Mehmood, A Rehman, S Fahd, AA Nadeem
    Ecological Informatics, 102701, 2024.
  • Disease identification using trapezoidal fuzzy numbers by Sanchez’s approach
    RM Zulqarnain, XL Xin, B Ali, S Abdal, A Maalik, L Ali, MI Ahamad, Z Zafar
    International Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences Review and Research, 61(1), 13-18, 2020.
  • Effects of Temperature and Pressure on Reservoir Fluids and Seismic Properties of Reservoir Rocks
    MI Ahamad, Z Zafar, M Arsalan, A Rehman, M Sajid, RM Zulqarnain
    International Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences Review and Research, 63, 36-43, 2020.
  • Spatiotemporal dynamics analysis of surface water body and snow cover area to climate change in Gilgit Baltistan, Pakistan
    Z Zafar, MS Mehmood, A Akbar, MA Khan
    Physical Geography, 44(5), 600-619, 2023.
  • Evaluating land use/cover change associations with urban surface temperature via machine learning and spatial modeling: Past trends and future simulations in Dera Ghazi Khan
    MS Mehmood, A Rehman, M Sajjad, J Song, Z Zafar, Z Shiyan
    Frontiers in Ecology and Evolution, 11, 1115074, 2023.
  • SAFER-ET based assessment of irrigation patterns and impacts on groundwater use in the central Punjab, Pakistan
    AA Nadeem, Y Zha, L Shi, Z Zafar, S Ali, Y Zhang, AR Altaf, M Afzal
    Agricultural Water Management, 289, 108545, 2023.
  • Modelling the Climate Change on Crop Estimation in the Semi-Arid Region of Pakistan Using Multispectral Remote Sensing
    Z Zafar, S Farooq, MI Ahamad, MS Mehmood
    Optics, 9(1), 1-7, 2020.
  • Assessment of urbanization impacts on vegetation cover in major cities of Pakistan: Evidence from remotely sensed data
    Z Zafar
    GeoJournal, 89(4), 167, 2024.

 

Mohd Huzairi Mohd Zainudin | Livestock waste management | Best Researcher Award

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Dr Mohd Huzairi  Mohd Zainudin |  Livestock waste management |  Best Researcher Award

Researcher at  Universiti Putra Malaysia, Malaysia

Dr. Mohd Huzairi Mohd Zainudin, a Malaysian Research Officer at UPM’s Laboratory of Sustainable Animal Production and Biodiversity, Institute of Tropical Agriculture & Food Security, has built a notable career in environmental biotechnology. Born on October 26, 1983, Dr. Huzairi earned his Ph.D. in Environmental Biotechnology from Universiti Putra Malaysia in 2015, following an M.Sc. (2009) and a B.Sc. (2005) in Biotechnology from the same institution. His research focuses on microbial ecology, composting, organic waste treatment, and sustainable biomass utilization, contributing significantly to environmental sustainability.

Publication Profile

Academic Background:

  • Ph.D. in Environmental Biotechnology, Universiti Putra Malaysia, 2015
  • M.Sc. in Environmental Biotechnology, Universiti Putra Malaysia, 2009
  • B.Sc. in Biotechnology, Universiti Putra Malaysia, 2005

Research Expertise:

Dr. Huzairi’s research focuses on Environmental Biotechnology, Environmental Microbiology, Composting, Molecular Biology, Bioprocess Technology, Biomass Treatment, and Biocatalysts.

Professional Experience and Roles:

Dr. Huzairi has served as a reviewer for numerous international journals, including Frontiers in Microbiology, Scientific Reports, Environmental Pollution, and Bioresource Technology Reports. He is also a judge and guest editor in various symposiums and journals in biotechnology and environmental sciences.

Honors and Awards:

Notable awards include the Graduate Research Fellowship (2010–2013) from UPM, Excellent Service Award (2019), and several medals for his innovations in waste treatment and composting at national and international expos.

Citations:

All-Time Statistics

  • Citations: 725
  • h-index: 13
  • i10-index: 13

Since 2019

  • Citations: 524
  • h-index: 12
  • i10-index: 13

Publication Top Notes

  • Biochar enhanced the nitrifying and denitrifying bacterial communities during the composting of poultry manure and rice straw
    MH Zainudin, NA Mustapha, T Maeda, N Ramli, K Sakai, M Hassan
    Waste Management, 106, 240-249 (2020) — 143 citations
  • Effect of steam pretreatment on oil palm empty fruit bunch for the production of sugars
    S Shamsudin, UKM Shah, H Zainudin, S Abd-Aziz, SMM Kamal, Y Shirai, …
    Biomass and Bioenergy, 36, 280-288 (2012) — 135 citations
  • Indigenous cellulolytic and hemicellulolytic bacteria enhanced rapid co-composting of lignocellulose oil palm empty fruit bunch with palm oil mill effluent anaerobic sludge
    MHM Zainudin, MA Hassan, M Tokura, Y Shirai
    Bioresource Technology, 147, 632-635 (2013) — 94 citations
  • Cellulase Production from Treated Oil Palm Empty Fruit Bunch Degradation by Locally Isolated Thermobifida fusca
    NAF Harun, AS Baharuddin, MHM Zainudin, EK Bahrin, MN Naim, …
    BioResources, 8 (1) (2013) — 52 citations
  • Enhancement of agro-industrial waste composting process via the microbial inoculation: a brief review
    MHM Zainudin, A Zulkarnain, AS Azmi, S Muniandy, K Sakai, Y Shirai, …
    Agronomy, 12 (1), 198 (2022) — 48 citations
  • Novel multifunctional plant growth–promoting bacteria in co-compost of palm oil industry waste
    CFS Chin, Y Furuya, MHM Zainudin, N Ramli, MA Hassan, Y Tashiro, …
    Journal of Bioscience and Bioengineering, 124 (5), 506-513 (2017) — 42 citations
  • Bacterial community shift for monitoring the co-composting of oil palm empty fruit bunch and palm oil mill effluent anaerobic sludge
    MHM Zainudin, N Ramli, MA Hassan, Y Shirai, K Tashiro, K Sakai, …
    Journal of Industrial Microbiology and Biotechnology, 44 (6), 869-877 (2017) — 41 citations
  • Bacterial community structure and biochemical changes associated with composting of lignocellulosic oil palm empty fruit bunch
    MHM Zainudin, MA Hassan, UKM Shah, N Abdullah, M Tokura, …
    BioResources, 9 (1), 316-335 (2013) — 37 citations
  • A highly thermostable crude endoglucanase produced by a newly isolated Thermobifida fusca strain UPMC 901
    MHM Zainudin, NA Mustapha, MA Hassan, EK Bahrin, M Tokura, …
    Scientific Reports, 9 (1), 13526 (2019) — 29 citations
  • Inhibition of methane production by the palm oil industrial waste phospholine gum in a mimic enteric fermentation
    NA Mustapha, SS Sharuddin, MHM Zainudin, N Ramli, Y Shirai, T Maeda
    Journal of Cleaner Production, 165, 621-629 (2017) — 24 citations
  • Utilization of glucose recovered by phase separation system from acid-hydrolysed oil palm empty fruit bunch for bioethanol production
    M Funaoka, T Shinano, Y Shirai, M Wakisaka, MA Hassan
    Pertanika Journal of Tropical Agricultural Science, 35 (1), 117-126 (2012) — 22 citations
  • Effect of inorganic fertilizer application on soil microbial diversity in an oil palm plantation
    SS Salamat, MA Hassan, Y Shirai, AHM Hanif, MS Norizan, …
    BioResources, 16 (2), 2279-2302 (2021) — 20 citations
  • Indigenous cellulolytic aerobic and facultative anaerobic bacterial community enhanced the composting of rice straw and chicken manure with biochar addition
    MHM Zainudin, JT Singam, AQ Sazili, Y Shirai, MA Hassan
    Scientific Reports, 12 (1), 5930 (2022) — 15 citations
  • Enhanced biogas production from palm oil mill effluent supplemented with untreated oil palm empty fruit bunch biomass with a change in the microbial community
    AAM Ali, MHM Zainudin, A Idris, AS Baharuddin, A Sulaiman, …
    Japan Journal of Food Engineering, 13 (3), 37-41 (2012) — 8 citations
  • Enteric methane emission models for diverse beef cattle feeding systems in South-east Asia: A meta-analysis
    TP Tee, YM Goh, MHM Zainudin, SCL Candyrine, K Sommart, …
    Animal Feed Science and Technology, 294, 115474 (2022) — 5 citations
  • Improving Composting Process By Controlling Aeration Time
    KBB Abd Hamid, MHM Zainudin, MAA Samah, K Yunus
    International Journal of Applied Chemistry, 12 (1), 130-135 (2016) — 3 citations
  • Author Correction: A highly thermostable crude endoglucanase produced by a newly isolated Thermobifida fusca strain UPMC 901
    MHM Zainudin, NA Mustapha, MA Hassan, EK Bahrin, M Tokura, …
    Scientific Reports, 10 (2020) — 2 citations
  • Sustainable agricultural and livestock waste management through composting
    MHM Zainudin, MZ Mohd Yusoff, N Ramli, NH Mohd Yasin
    Frontiers in Sustainable Food Systems, 8, 1412594 (2024) — 1 citation
  • Enzymatic Pretreatment Improved the In Vitro Ruminal Degradability of Oil Palm Fronds
    MA Azmi, AF Nicholas, AFM Azmi, MHM Zainudin, MT Yusof, Z Zakaria, …
    Catalysts, 12 (5), 461 (2022) — 1 citation
  • Improvement of bioethanol production in consolidated bioprocessing (CBP) via consortium of Aspergillus niger B2484 and Trichoderma asperellum B1581
    MFSM Ghazali, M Mustafa, NA Izzati, M Zainudin, NA Abd Aziz
    Pertanika Journal of Tropical Agricultural Science, 29 (1) (2021) — 1 citation

 

Fatemeh Pourkhazaei | Reproduction and Rearing | Top Researcher Award

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Dr Fatemeh Pourkhazaei |  Reproduction and Rearing |  Top Researcher Award

Researcher at  Isfahan university of technology,  Iran

Dr. Fatemeh Pourkhazaei is a dedicated researcher in the field of aquaculture, with a focus on fish reproduction and skeletal development. She holds a Ph.D. from Isfahan University of Technology, where her dissertation studied the early development and bone deformities in hybrids of rainbow trout, Caspian salmon, and brown trout. Dr. Pourkhazaei has contributed to several publications in prominent journals, including Aquaculture and Aquaculture Research. With expertise in various laboratory techniques, she has participated in international research projects and is currently pursuing a doctoral study opportunity in Germany.

Publication Profile

Education:

  • Ph.D. in Aquaculture
    Isfahan University of Technology (IUT), Iran (2017-2024)

    • Dissertation: Study of early development, skeletal ontogeny, and bone deformity of hybrid fish (rainbow trout, Caspian salmon, and brown trout)
    • Publication: Aquaculture
      Link to article
  • M.S. in Aquaculture
    Isfahan University of Technology (IUT), Iran (2013-2015)

    • Thesis: Effect of Arginine on sperm quality of rainbow trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss)
    • Publication: Aquaculture Research
      Link to article
  • B.S. in Aquaculture
    Persian Gulf University, Bushehr, Iran (2008-2012)

    • Project: The effect of salinity and water hardness on the growth and survival of guppy (Poecilia reticulata)

Research Interests:

Dr. Pourkhazaei specializes in the reproduction and breeding of fish species, focusing on Salmonidae and yellowfin seabream (Acanthopagrus latus). Her research encompasses areas such as fish osteology, skeletal development, and the effects of environmental factors on fish growth and reproduction.

Skills:

  • Laboratory Techniques:
    • DNA/RNA extraction, PCR, qRT-PCR, and gene expression analysis
    • Flow cytometry and histology
    • Cryopreservation of fish semen and gamete storage
    • Bone staining techniques (Alizarin red-Alcian blue)
    • Geometric morphometry and karyotyping
  • Technical Expertise:
    • Worked as a technical expert for Bonza Fish chelate supplement
    • Participated in international projects, including benthos identification with SUPSI University (Switzerland)

Work Experience:

  • Research Opportunity:
    • Currently pursuing a doctoral study opportunity at the University of Göttingen, Germany, investigating immune and growth gene expression in hybrid fish species.

Dr. Pourkhazaei is proficient in Persian (native) and English (good) and has a solid background in using statistical software such as SAS.

Publication Top Notes

  • Embryonic and larval development of reciprocal diploid and triploid hybrids of Caspian trout (Salmo caspius) and rainbow trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss)
    Pourkhazaei, F., Keivany, Y., Dorafshan, S., Brenig, B., Komrakova, M.
    Aquaculture, 2024, 581, 740391.
  • Larval rearing and ontogeny of digestive enzyme activities in yellowfin seabream (Acanthopagrus latus, Houttuyn 1782)
    Morshedi, V., Hamedi, S., Pourkhazaei, F., Azodi, M., Gisbert, E.
    Comparative Biochemistry and Physiology – Part A: Molecular and Integrative Physiology, 2021, 261, 111044.
  • Arginine effects on biochemical composition of sperm in rainbow trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss)
    Pourkhazaei, F., Ebrahimi, E., Ghaedi, A.
    Aquaculture Research, 2017, 48(7), pp. 3464–3471.