Ignacio Povilonis | Plant Physiology | Best Researcher Award

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Prof Ignacio  Povilonis |  Plant Physiology |  Best Researcher Award

Becario doctoral at  Universidad de Morón – CONICET,  Argentina

Ignacio Sebastián Povilonis is a dedicated agronomist, doctoral researcher, and university lecturer with expertise in [insert specific research focus or area of interest, e.g., sustainable agriculture, soil management, crop production, etc.]. Based in Merlo, Buenos Aires, he combines academic research with practical teaching to advance agricultural innovation and education.

 

Publication Profile

Educación Académica 🎓

  • Doctorado en Ciencias Agropecuarias (En curso) – Universidad de Buenos Aires.
  • Ingeniería Agronómica (2017) – Universidad de Morón.
  • Bachiller en Ciencias Naturales (2008) – Instituto Marista San José de Morón.

Experiencia Profesional 🌾

  • Becario Doctoral (2019 – Actualidad)
    Universidad de Morón – CONICET
    Proyecto interdisciplinario en Hexachlamys edulis (“ubajay”), una especie frutal nativa de Sudamérica con potencial como alimento funcional.
  • Docente Universitario (Desde 2016)
    • Actualmente: Docente Adscripto en Fisiología Vegetal – Universidad de Morón.
    • Anteriormente: Ayudante y Jefe de Trabajos Prácticos en Zootecnia, Fisiología Vegetal, y Nutrición Animal en la Universidad del Salvador y Universidad de Morón.
  • Investigador Novel (2017-2019)
    Cátedra de Forrajes y Praticultura, Universidad de Morón.
  • Coordinador del Censo Comercial Municipal (2017)
    Universidad de Morón y Municipalidad de Morón.

Cursos y Especializaciones 📚

  • Más de 27 cursos de posgrado relacionados con estadística aplicada, ecofisiología, genética de poblaciones, agricultura y ambiente, entre otros, en instituciones como la UBA, Universidad de Morón, y Universidad Nacional de La Plata.
  • Formación destacada en modelos lineales, metodología de investigación, análisis multivariado, y postcosecha de frutas y hortalizas.

Áreas de Especialización 🌾

  • Ecofisiología de frutales nativos.
  • Innovación en especies de interés agroalimentario y funcional.
  • Estadística aplicada al análisis agrícola y biológico.
  • Docencia y tutorías en ciencias agropecuarias.

Publication Top Note:

  1. Changes in Carbohydrates, Organic Acids, and Minerals at Different Development Stages of Hexachlamys edulis Fruit, a Wild South American Species
    M.E. Arena, I.S. Povilonis, V. Borroni, E. Perez, N. Pellegrino, C. Cacciatore, …
    Horticulturae, 9(3), 314 (2023).
  2. Changes in Physicochemical Properties at Different Development Stages of Hexachlamys edulis Fruit, an Underutilized South American Species
    M.E. Arena, I.S. Povilonis, V. Borroni, D. Constenla, S. Radice
    Heliyon, 7(11) (2021).
  3. Hexachlamys edulis (Berg) Kausel & Legrand, “Ubajay,” a Native Fruit Species from South America
    I. Povilonis, M.E. Arena, S. Radice
    Advances in Horticultural Science, 35(4), 389–397 (2021).
  4. Flower and Fruit Formation of Hexachlamys edulis in Buenos Aires, Argentina
    S. Radice, I. Povilonis, M.E. Arena
    Università degli Studi di Firenze (2023).
  5. Analysis of Associated Woody and Semi-Woody Local Wild Species in Entre Ríos, Argentina: Exploring the Agricultural Potential of Hexachlamys edulis
    I.S. Povilonis, M.E. Arena, M. Alonso, S. Radice
    Preprints (2024).
  6. Ubajay (Hexachlamys edulis O. Berg, Kausel & Legrand): A Wild Fruit Species with Climacteric Behavior?
    I.S. Povilonis, M.E. Arena, F. Bello, D. Vázquez, S. Radice
    Youth Research, 10(2), 176–176 (2023).
  7. Changes in the Physicochemical Properties During the Growth and Ripening of the Fruits of Sambucus australis (“Elder”)
    A.V. Sosa, I. Povilonis, M. Arena, S. Radice
    Young Research, 10 (2023).
  8. Spatiotemporal Study of the Productivity of a Pasture of a Tambo from In-Situ Measurements, Satellite Information, and Its Relationship with Meteorological Variability
    P.R. Galletti, M.A. Fischer, M.A. Blanco
    University of Morón (2021).
  9. Interdisciplinary Studies in Hexachlamys edulis (O. Berg) Kausel & D. Legrand, “Ubajay,” a Fruit Species Native to Argentina with Productive Potential and Interest
    I. Povilonis
    University of Morón (2020).
  10. Primary Productivity and Consumption: Correlation Between Different Ways of Measuring Pasture Production and How Knowing the Actual Production Data Affects Total Consumption
    F. Lower, P. Galletti, C. Salazar, I. Povilonis, M.A. Fischer, M.A. Blanco
    University of Morón (2020).
  11. Physico-Chemical Characterization of Various Underutilized Fruits from Argentina for Their Assessment as Functional Foods
    M. Arena, N. Saucedo, I. Povilonis, S. Radice, M. Alonso
    (2020).
  12. Influence of Cover Crops on Soil Physical Parameters: Resistance to Root Penetration, Apparent Density, and Water Infiltration
    I. Povilonis, M.J. Eiza, P.F. Carfagno
    University of Morón, Faculty of Agronomy and Agri-Food Sciences (2018).

 

 

Zahoor Ahmad | Crop Physiology | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc Prof Dr Zahoor Ahmad |  Crop Physiology |  Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor at  University of Central Punjab, Pakistan

Associate Professor, Campus Coordinator University of Central Punjab, Constituent Punjab College Bahawalpur.

Profile:

Academic Qualifications:

  • Post-Doctorate: Department of Field Crops, Faculty of Agriculture, Cukurova University, Adana, Turkey (January 17 – September 17, 2020)
  • Ph.D. in Crop Physiology: University of Agriculture Faisalabad, Punjab, Pakistan (Completed on December 13, 2015)
    • Thesis Title: Maize (Zea mays L.) Responses to Supplemental Foliar Applied Phosphorus under Drought Stress
  • M.Sc. (Hons.) in Agriculture (Agronomy/Crop Physiology): University of Agriculture Faisalabad, Punjab, Pakistan (2011)
    • Thesis Title: Response of Cotton (Gossypium hirsutum L.) to Foliar Applied Potassium Sulphate (K2SO4)
  • B.Sc. (Hons.) in Agriculture (Agronomy/Crop Physiology): University of Agriculture Faisalabad, Punjab, Pakistan (2009)
  • Intermediate (F.Sc. Pre-medical): BISE Bahawalpur (2005)
  • Matric (Science): BISE Bahawalpur (2002)

Professional Experience:

  • Assistant Professor, Head of Botany Department: Constituent College of University of Central Punjab, Bahawalpur (October 2, 2020 – Present)
  • Post-Doctoral Researcher: Department of Field Crops, Faculty of Agriculture, Cukurova University, Adana, Turkey (January 17 – September 17, 2020)
  • Visiting Faculty Member: Department of Life Sciences (Botany), The Islamia University of Bahawalpur (October 4, 2017 – January 10, 2020)
  • Lecturer: Allama Iqbal College Bahawalpur (September 15, 2017 – December 31, 2019)
  • Assistant Professor: Cholistan Institute of Desert Studies (CIDS), The Islamia University of Bahawalpur, Punjab, Pakistan (July 19, 2016 – July 18, 2017)

Research Interests:

  • Understanding the physiological limitations to crop productivity under field and controlled conditions.
  • Exploring abiotic stress tolerance (drought, salinity, heavy metals, heat) through foliar application of nutrients and trace elements.
  • Identifying morphological, physiological, and biochemical traits for enhanced stress tolerance in crops.
  • Screening germplasm for stress tolerance traits and developing methodologies for productivity enhancement under abiotic stress conditions.

Conclusion:

Considering Dr. Zahoor Ahmad’s research focus, academic background, professional experience, publication record, and contribution to crop physiology under abiotic stress conditions, he seems to be a suitable candidate for the “Best Researcher Award.” His work is significant for improving crop resilience and productivity, making him a valuable contributor to agricultural sciences.

Citations:

  • 1,729 Citations from 1,395 documents
  • 91 Documents authored
  • h-index of 22

Publication Top Notes:

  • Modulating Physiological and Antioxidant Responses in Wheat Cultivars via Foliar Application of Silicon Nanoparticles (SiNPs) Under Arsenic Stress Conditions
    Ahmad, Z., Younis, R., Ahmad, T., Alharby, H.F., Alsamadany, H. (2024). Silicon, 16(12), 5199–5211.
  • Silicon-Mediated Improvement in Maize (Zea mays L.) Resilience: Unrevealing Morpho-Physiological, Biochemical, and Root Attributes Against Cadmium and Drought Stress
    Sabir, A., Waraich, E.A., Ahmad, M., Ahmad, Z., Bibi, S. (2024). Silicon, 16(7), 3095–3109. (1 Citation)
  • Improving Alkaline Stress Tolerance in Maize through Seed Priming with Silicon Nanoparticles: A Comprehensive Investigation of Growth, Photosynthetic Pigments, Antioxidants, and Ion Balance
    Alsamadany, H., Alharby, H.F., Ahmad, Z., Alzahrani, Y.M., Almaghamsi, A. (2024). Silicon, 16(5), 2233–2244.
  • Enhancing the Physiological and Biochemical Potential of Praecitrullus fistulosus L. through Synergistic Action of Biochar and Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles
    Sana, S., Binyamin, A., Ramzan, M., Avila-Quezada, G.D., Abd-Allah, E.F. (2024). Journal of Soil Science and Plant Nutrition.
  • Perspectives of Nanoparticles as Priming Agents for Amelioration of Abiotic Stresses in Crops
    Ahmad, Z., Waraich, E.A., Iqbal, M.A., Ahmed, S., Bano, S. (2024). In The Nanotechnology Driven Agriculture: The Future Ahead (pp. 117–137).
  • Prospects of Nanotechnology for Abiotic and Biotic Stresses Amelioration in Field Crops
    Ahmad, Z., Waraich, E.A., Barutçular, C., Ahmad, M., Bano, S. (2024). In The Nanotechnology Driven Agriculture: The Future Ahead (pp. 67–84).
  • Effect of Form of Silicon and the Timing of a Single Foliar Application on Sugar Beet Yield
    Siuda, A., Artyszak, A., Gozdowski, D., Ahmad, Z. (2024). Agriculture (Switzerland), 14(1), 86.
  • Ecofriendly Management of Insect Pests for Sustainable Agriculture
    Abbasi, A., Asif, A., Ahmad, Z., Saleha, A., Zafar, Z. (2023). In Climate-Resilient Agriculture, Volume 2, pp. 931–957. (1 Citation)
  • Climate Change and Global Crop Production
    Ahmad, Z., Ahmad, T., Abbasi, A., Sana, S., Jameel, J. (2023). In Climate-Resilient Agriculture, Volume 1, pp. 27–56. (1 Citation)
  • Silicon-Mediated Growth, Physiological, Biochemical and Root Alterations to Confer Drought and Nickel Stress Tolerance in Maize (Zea mays L.)
    Ishaq, H., Waraich, E.A., Hussain, S., Ahmad, Z., Saifullah. (2023). Silicon, 15(15), 6579–6589. (1 Citation)

 

 

Yucheng Wang | Plant Physiology | Best Researcher Award

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Prof Yucheng Wang | Plant Physiology |  Best Researcher Award

Dean of the College of Forestry at  Shenyang Agricultural University, China

Yucheng Wang is the Dean of the College of Forestry at Shenyang Agricultural University. He has a rich academic and professional background, having served as an assistant professor, lecturer, associate professor, and professor at the School of Forestry, Northeast Forestry University in Harbin, China from 2000 to 2019. Since 2019, he has been a professor at Shenyang Agricultural University. Dr. Wang’s research focuses on plant stress physiology and molecular biology, particularly the functional characterization of genes involved in salt or drought tolerance. He has developed technologies for DNA-protein interaction studies and CRISPR-related technologies. Dr. Wang has led several major research projects funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (NSFC) and the Liaoning Province Leading Talent Project in Science and Technology Innovation.

Profile:

Academic and Professional Background:

Prof. Yucheng Wang has a comprehensive academic career spanning over two decades, with progressive roles from Assistant Professor to Dean at prominent forestry institutions in China. His experience reflects a strong foundation in forestry and plant molecular biology.

Research and Innovations:

  • Research Projects: Prof. Wang has led significant projects funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China, demonstrating his ability to secure competitive research grants.
  • Citation Index: With an H-index of 54, Prof. Wang’s work is widely cited, indicating a high impact in his field.
  • Publications: He has published 91 SCI-indexed articles, showcasing his prolific contribution to scientific literature.
  • Patents: Holding 5 patents highlights his innovative approach and contribution to applied research.
  • Books: Authoring 3 books further solidifies his expertise and thought leadership in forestry and plant molecular biology.
  • Editorial Roles: Serving on the Editorial Advisory Board of “Environmental and Experimental Botany” indicates recognition by peers and involvement in advancing the scientific community.

Research Focus and Contributions:

Prof. Wang’s research centers on plant stress physiology and molecular biology, particularly the genetic mechanisms underlying salt and drought tolerance. His development of novel CRISPR-related technologies for gene editing and protein-DNA interaction studies underscores his innovative contributions to plant biotechnology.

Professional Engagement:

  • Collaborations: Prof. Wang collaborates with leading researchers and institutions, enhancing the quality and scope of his research.
  • Professional Memberships: As Deputy Director of the Saline-alkali Land Branch of the Chinese Forestry Society, he plays a crucial role in promoting research and knowledge dissemination in forestry.

Conclusion:

Prof. Yucheng Wang’s extensive research contributions, high citation index, leadership roles, and innovative developments in plant molecular biology make him a compelling candidate for the Best Researcher Award. His work not only advances scientific understanding but also has practical implications for forestry and environmental sustainability.

Considering these factors, Prof. Wang is highly suitable for the Research for Best Researcher Award, given his impactful and sustained contributions to his field.

Publication Top Notes:

  • Acetylation of Transcription Factor BpTCP20 by Acetyltransferase BpPDCE23 Modulates Salt Tolerance in Birch
    Journal: Plant Physiology
    DOI: 10.1093/plphys/kiae168
    Contributors: Zhujun Liu, Xinxin Shi, Zhibo Wang, Ming Qu, Caiqiu Gao, Chao Wang, Yucheng Wang
  • Birch WRKY Transcription Factor, BpWRKY32, Confers Salt Tolerance by Mediating Stomatal Closing, Proline Accumulation, and Reactive Oxygen Species Scavenging
    Journal: Plant Physiology and Biochemistry
    DOI: 10.1016/j.plaphy.2024.108599
    Contributors: Zhujun Liu, Pengyu Wang, Zhibo Wang, Chao Wang, Yucheng Wang
  • Phosphorylation of Birch BpNAC90 Improves the Activation of Gene Expression to Confer Drought Tolerance
    Journal: Horticulture Research
    DOI: 10.1093/hr/uhae061
    Contributors: Zhibo Wang, Zihang He, Caiqiu Gao, Chao Wang, Xingshun Song, Yucheng Wang
  • Bp-miR408a Participates in Osmotic and Salt Stress Responses by Regulating BpBCP1 in Betula platyphylla
    Journal: Tree Physiology
    DOI: 10.1093/treephys/tpad159
    Contributors: Zhongyuan Liu, Ruiting Xu, Yingbo Fan, Wenfang Dong, Yating Han, Qingjun Xie, Jinghang Li, Baichao Liu, Chao Wang, Yucheng Wang
  • Long Noncoding RNA from Betula platyphylla, BplncSIR1, Confers Salt Tolerance by Regulating BpNAC2 to Mediate Reactive Oxygen Species Scavenging and Stomatal Movement
    Journal: Plant Biotechnology Journal
    DOI: 10.1111/pbi.14164
    Contributors: Yaqi Jia, Huimin Zhao, Yani Niu, Yucheng Wang
  • A DNA-binding Protein Capture Technology That Purifies Proteins by Directly Isolating the Target DNA
    Journal: Plant Science
    DOI: 10.1016/j.plantsci.2023.111796
    Contributors: Zhibo Wang, Zihang He, Jingxin Wang, Chao Wang, Caiqiu Gao, Yucheng Wang
  • Generation of CRISPR-edited Birch Plants without DNA Integration Using Agrobacterium-mediated Transformation Technology
    Preprint Date: 2023-10-11
    DOI: 10.1101/2023.10.09.561573
    Contributors: Shilin Sun, Xue Han, Ruoxuan Jin, Junbo Jiao, Jingwen Wang, Siyuan Niu, Ziyao Yang, Di Wu, Yucheng Wang
  • Exploration of the Regulatory Pathways and Key Genes Involved in the Response to Saline-Alkali Stress in Betula platyphylla via RNA-Seq Analysis
    Journal: Plants
    DOI: 10.3390/plants12132435
    Contributors: Jukun Xue, Hu Sun, Xuemei Zhou, Huiyan Guo, Yucheng Wang
  • Characterization of lncRNAs Involved in Drought Response in Betula platyphylla
    Journal: Trees
    DOI: 10.1007/s00468-022-02361-6
    Contributors: Yiming Zhang, Li Li, Chao Wang, Yanmin Wang, Tengqian Zhang, Yucheng Wang
  • A Reverse Chromatin Immunoprecipitation Technique Based on the CRISPR–dCas9 System
    Journal: Plant Physiology
    DOI: 10.1093/plphys/kiac506
    Contributors: Zhibo Wang, Zihang He, Zhujun Liu, Ming Qu, Caiqiu Gao, Chao Wang, Yucheng Wang
  • Tissue Metabolic Responses to Artificial Bending and Gravitation Stimuli in Betula platyphylla
    Journal: Forests
    DOI: 10.3390/f14030457
    Contributors: Yao Chi, Nan Zhang, Ao Zou, Ying Yu, Yucheng Wang, Chao Wang
  • Identification of Birch lncRNAs and mRNAs Responding to Salt Stress and Characterization of Functions of lncRNA
    Journal: Horticulture Research
    DOI: 10.1093/hr/uhac277
    Contributors: Yaqi Jia, Huimin Zhao, Yani Niu, Yucheng Wang
  • Construction of a Hierarchical Gene Regulatory Network to Reveal the Drought Tolerance Mechanism of Shanxin Poplar
    Journal: International Journal of Molecular Sciences
    DOI: 10.3390/ijms24010384
    Contributors: Pengyu Wang, Jingxin Wang, Xiaomeng Sun, Xue Yang, Shilin Sun, Xue Han, Dandan Li, Yucheng Wang
  • Tamarix hispida NAC Transcription Factor ThNAC4 Confers Salt and Drought Stress Tolerance to Transgenic Tamarix and Arabidopsis
    Journal: Plants
    DOI: 10.3390/plants11192647
    Contributors: Meiheriguli Mijiti, Yucheng Wang, Liuqiang Wang, Xugela Habuding
  • The Mechanism of Bud Dehyperhydricity by the Method of ‘Starvation Drying Combined with AgNO3’ in Lycium ruthenicum
    Journal: Tree Physiology
    DOI: 10.1093/treephys/tpac047
    Contributors: Lujia Li, Qinxia An, Qin-Mei Wang, Wen Liu, Xinyu Qi, Jianguo Cui, Yucheng Wang, Haifeng Ke, Isabel Allona
  • UNFERTILIZED EMBRYO SAC 12 Phosphorylation Plays a Crucial Role in Conferring Salt Tolerance
    Journal: Plant Physiology
    DOI: 10.1093/plphys/kiab549
    Contributors: Zihang He, Zhibo Wang, Xianguang Nie, Ming Qu, Huimin Zhao, Xiaoyu Ji, Yucheng Wang
  • Poplar PsnICE1 Enhances Cold Tolerance by Binding to Different cis-acting Elements to Improve Reactive Oxygen Species-scavenging Capability
    Journal: Tree Physiology
    DOI: 10.1093/treephys/tpab084
    Contributors: Yan-Min Wang, Yi-Ming Zhang, Xin Zhang, Xin Zhao, Yu Zhang, Chao Wang, Yu-Cheng Wang, Liu-Qiang Wang, Amy Brunner
  • Reverse Chromatin Immunoprecipitation (R-ChIP) Enables Investigation of the Upstream Regulators of Plant Genes
    Journal: Communications Biology
    DOI: 10.1038/s42003-020-01500-4
    Contributors: Xuejing Wen, Jingxin Wang, Daoyuan Zhang, Yu Ding, Xiaoyu Ji, Zilong Tan, Yucheng Wang
  • Building a Robust Chromatin Immunoprecipitation Method with Substantially Improved Efficiency
    Journal: Plant Physiology
    DOI: 10.1104/pp.20.00392
    Contributors: Huimin Zhao, Hongyan Li, Yaqi Jia, Xuejing Wen, Huiyan Guo, Hongyun Xu, Yucheng Wang
  • Expression Analysis of the BpARF Genes in Betula platyphylla Under Drought Stress
    Journal: Plant Physiology and Biochemistry
    DOI: 10.1016/j.plaphy.2020.01.028
    Contributors: Hongyan Li, Xin Zhang, Botong Tong, Yucheng Wang, Chuanping Yang
  • Building a Robust Chromatin Immunoprecipitation (ChIP) Method with Substantially Improved Efficiency
    Preprint Date: 2020-02-20
    DOI: 10.1101/2020.02.20.958330
    Contributors: Huimin Zhao, Hongyan Li, Yaqi Jia, Xuejing Wen, Huiyan Guo, Hongyun Xu, Yucheng Wang
  • Arabidopsis Heat Shock Transcription Factor HSFA7b Positively Mediates Salt Stress Tolerance by Binding to an E-box-like Motif to Regulate Gene Expression
    Journal: Journal of Experimental Botany
    DOI: 10.1093/jxb/erz261
    Contributors: Dandan Zang, Jingxin Wang, Xin Zhang, Zhujun Liu, Yucheng