Alireza Taab | Weed Science | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr.  Alireza  Taab | Weed Science | Best Researcher Award

Faculty member at Ilam University,  Iran

Dr. Alireza Taab is the Vice-Chancellor of Research and Technology at Ilam University, Iran, and an Assistant Professor in the Department of Agronomy and Plant Breeding. He holds a Ph.D. in Crop Production Science with a specialization in Weed Biology from the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences. His research focuses on weed biology, management, and computational modeling. Dr. Taab has extensive experience in academic leadership, international collaborations, and teaching, mentoring both MSc and Ph.D. students. He is an active member of the European Weed Research Society and has contributed significantly to scientific research, peer review, and editorial boards in the field of weed science.

Profile:

🎓 Education:

  • Ph.D. in Crop Production Science – Weed Biology (2009) – Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences, Sweden
  • M.Sc. in Weed Science (2001) – University of Tehran, Iran
  • B.Sc. in Plant Production Engineering (1998) – University of Ilam, Iran

💼 Professional Experience:

  • Vice-Chancellor of Research and Technology (2023–present) – Ilam University
  • Dean, Faculty of Agriculture (2022–2023) – Ilam University
  • Assistant Professor, Weed Science (2009–present) – Ilam University
  • Academic Coordinator for international collaborations with universities in Sweden, Italy, and the Czech Republic

📚 Teaching & Supervision:

  • Courses: Weed Science, Botany, Ecophysiology of Weeds and Crops, Climate Change and Plant Production
  • Supervised multiple M.Sc. and Ph.D. students

🌍 International Collaborations:

  • Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (Weed Biology Group)
  • University of Tuscia, Italy | Czech University of Life Sciences, Prague
  • European Weed Research Society (EWRS) – Deputy Coordinator, Germination and Early Growth Working Group

🏆 Awards & Grants:

  • Travel grants from Wallenberg Foundation and SLU, Sweden
  • Erasmus+ Mobility Programme (2020-2023) – University of Tuscia, Italy

Citations:

  • Citations: 222 (since 2020: 121)
  • h-index: 9 (since 2020: 7)
  • i10-index: 9 (since 2020: 6)

Publication Top Notes:

  • Competitive Interaction between Maize, Xanthium strumarium, and Datura stramonium Affecting Some Canopy Characteristics
    H. Karimmojeni, H.R. Mashhadi, S. Shahbazi, A. Taab, H.M. Alizadeh
    Australian Journal of Crop Science, 4(9), 684-694 (2010)

  • Seed Dormancy Dynamics and Germination Characteristics of Solanum nigrum
    A. Taab, L. Andersson
    Weed Research, 49(5), 490-498 (2009)

  • Seasonal Changes in Seed Dormancy of Solanum nigrum and Solanum physalifolium
    A. Taab, L. Andersson
    Weed Research, 49(1), 90-97 (2009)

  • Dormancy Breaking and Seed Germination of the Annual Weeds Thlaspi arvense, Descurainia sophia, and Malcolmia africana (Brassicaceae)
    H. Karimmojeni, A. Taab, B. Rashidi, A.H. Bezrafshan
    Journal of Plant Protection Research, 54(2) (2014)

  • Primary Dormancy and Seedling Emergence of Black Nightshade (Solanum nigrum) and Hairy Nightshade (Solanum physalifolium)
    A. Taab, L. Andersson
    Weed Science, 57(5), 526-532 (2009)

  • Seed Dormancy and Germination in Solanum nigrum and S. physalifolium as Influenced by Temperature Conditions
    A. Taab
    Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences, 2009 (2009:49)

  • Comparing the Emergence of Echinochloa crus-galli Populations in Different Locations. Part II: Similarities and Threshold Parameters
    A. Royo-Esnal, A. Onofri, A. Taab, D. Loddo, J. Necajeva, A. Uludag, et al.
    Weed Research, 62(3), 203-214 (2022)

  • Comparing the Emergence of Echinochloa crus-galli Populations in Different Locations. Part I: Variations in Emergence Timing and Behaviour of Two Populations
    A. Royo-Esnal, A. Onofri, D. Loddo, J. Necajeva, P.K. Jensen, G. Economou, et al.
    Weed Research, 62(3), 192-202 (2022)

  • Modelling the Sprouting Capacity from Underground Buds of the Perennial Weed Sonchus arvensis
    A. Taab, L. Andersson, U. Boström
    Weed Research, 58(5), 348-356 (2018)

  • Ecological Intensification Using Persian Clover to Support Weed Management in Winter Wheat Under Semiarid Conditions
    A. Taab, M. Khazaie, L. Andersson, G. Bergkvist, E. Radicetti
    Crop Protection, 164, 106142 (2023)

  • Effect of Redroot Pigweed Interference on Antioxidant Enzyme and Light Response of Common Bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) Depends on Cultivars and Growth Stages
    S.Z. Tabatabaiepour, Z. Tahmasebi, A. Taab, S. Rashidi-Monfared
    Scientific Reports, 13(1), 4289 (2023)

  • Phenological Development of Barnyard Grass Plants Originating from Different Geographical Locations
    J. Necajeva, A. Royo-Esnal, D. Loddo, P. Jensen, A. Taab, A. Synowiec, et al.
    Agronomy Journal, 114(6), 3407-3419 (2022)

  • Solanum nigrum and Solanum physalifolium
    A. Taab
    Biology and Management of Problematic Crop Weed Species, 357-373 (2021)

  • Studying the Possibility of Using Undersown Persian Clover in Oilseed Rape for Weed Control
    M. Khazaie, A.R. Taab
    Journal of Crops Improvement (Journal of Agriculture), 21(4), 337-351 (2019)

  • Competition Between Mungbean (Vigna radiata (L.) Wilczek) and Redroot Pigweed (Amaranthus retroflexus L.) Under Dust Conditions
    M.S. Mousavi, A. Taab, S. Hajinia
    Iranian Plant Protection Research, 37(3) (2023)

  • Weeds and Their Ecological Functions
    A. Taab
    Nova Publishers (2013)

  • How Does Sustainable Management Practices Affect Weed Flora and Tuber Yield of Potato Crop in Mediterranean Environment?
    E. Radicetti, K. Amanullah, V. Petroselli, M. Atait, M. Allam, A. Mihoub, et al.
    Journal of Crop Health, 76(1), 135-144 (2024)

  • Modelling Seedling Emergence of Amaranthus retroflexus Affected by Soil Depth
    T. Alireza, R.E. Aritz
    Spanish Journal of Agricultural Research, 21(2), e1001-e1001 (2023)

  • Evaluation of the Effect of Wheat Intercropping with Bitter Vetch and Grass Pea on Weed Diversity and Density Under Different Soil Tillage Systems
    E. Amini, A. Taab, E. Radicetti (2021)

  • Evaluation of Response of Red Bean Cultivars with Two Different Growth Habits on Weed Competition
    S.Z. Tabatabaiepour, Z. Tahmasebi, A. Taab, S. Rashidi-Monfared
    Iranian Journal of Pulses Research, 12(1), 68-87 (2021)