Chao Huang | Rice Plant | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr Chao Huang | Rice Plant |  Best Researcher Award

Hunan Agricultural University,  China

Prof. Dr. Chao Huang is a distinguished agricultural researcher at Hunan Agricultural University, specializing in the regulation of chloroplast gene expression. He completed his studies at Shanghai Normal University (2009-2012) and East China Normal University (2012-2016) in Shanghai, China. Over the past five years, Dr. Huang has led or participated in 2 national and 8 provincial research projects, contributing significantly to the field with over 15 publications in SCI-indexed journals. In addition to his research, he serves as a reviewer for multiple SCI journals and is an active council member of the Hunan Botanical Society. Dr. Huang regularly presents his findings at national and international conferences, advancing knowledge and collaboration within the agricultural sciences.

Publication Profile

Academic Background:

Dr. Chao Huang completed his studies at Shanghai Normal University (2009-2012) and pursued further research at East China Normal University (2012-2016) in Shanghai, China.

Research Focus:

Dr. Huang specializes in the regulation of chloroplast gene expression. Over the past five years, he has contributed to 2 national and 8 provincial research projects and published over 15 articles in leading SCI-indexed journals. His work plays a significant role in understanding plant gene expression, with potential applications for enhancing crop resilience.

Professional Contributions:

In addition to his research, Dr. Huang serves as a reviewer for multiple SCI journals and holds a council membership with the Hunan Botanical Society. He has actively participated in national and international conferences, sharing his expertise with the broader scientific community.

Citations:

  • Citations: 483 (from 372 documents)
  • Publications: 25
  • h-index: 14

Publication Top Notes

  • “YUCCA2 (YUC2)-Mediated 3-Indoleacetic Acid (IAA) Biosynthesis Regulates Chloroplast RNA Editing by Relieving the Auxin Response Factor 1 (ARF1)-Dependent Inhibition of Editing Factors in Arabidopsis thaliana”
    Authors: Li, Z.-A., Li, Y., Liu, D., … Huang, C., Xiao, L.-T.
    Journal: International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2023, 24(23), 16988
    Citations: 2
  • “The DYW Domain of RARE1 Plays an Indispensable Role in Regulating accD-C794 RNA Editing in Arabidopsis thaliana”
    Authors: Liu, D., Li, Z.-A., Li, Y., Molloy, D.P., Huang, C.
    Journal: Plant Science, 2023, 334, 111751
    Citations: 0
  • “Air-Assisted Liquid-Liquid Microextraction and Enantioselective Gas Chromatography-Tandem Mass Spectrometry Quantification of Methyl Jasmonate Stereoisomers in Tea (Camellia sinensis L.)”
    Authors: Luo, Z., Zhu, X., Li, H., … Wang, R., Xiao, L.
    Journal: Reproduction and Breeding, 2023, 3(1), pp. 17–25
    Citations: 1
  • “The PPR Protein RARE1-Mediated Editing of Chloroplast accD Transcripts Is Required for Fatty Acid Biosynthesis and Heat Tolerance in Arabidopsis”
    Authors: Huang, C., Liu, D., Li, Z.-A., … Wang, R.-Z., Xiao, L.-T.
    Journal: Plant Communications, 2023, 4(1), 100461
    Citations: 16
  • “Auxin Inhibits Chlorophyll Accumulation through ARF7-IAA14-Mediated Repression of Chlorophyll Biosynthesis Genes in Arabidopsis”
    Authors: Luo, W.-G., Liang, Q.-W., Su, Y., … Yu, Y., Xiao, L.-T.
    Journal: Frontiers in Plant Science, 2023, 14, 1172059
    Citations: 16
  • “Dynamic Formation and Transcriptional Regulation Mediated by Phytohormones during Chalkiness Formation in Rice”
    Authors: Xie, Q., Xu, J., Huang, K., … Lin, W., Xiao, L.
    Journal: BMC Plant Biology, 2021, 21(1), pp. 308
    Citations: 10
  • “Optimizing Adsorption of 17α-Ethinylestradiol from Water by Magnetic MXene Using Response Surface Methodology and Adsorption Kinetics, Isotherm, and Thermodynamics Studies”
    Authors: Xu, M., Huang, C., Lu, J., … Xiao, L., Luo, Z.
    Journal: Molecules, 2021, 26(11), 3150
    Citations: 12
  • “The Copy Number Variation of OsMTD1 Regulates Rice Plant Architecture”
    Authors: Liu, Q., Xu, J., Zhu, Y., … Liu, C.-M., Xiao, L.
    Journal: Frontiers in Plant Science, 2021, 11, 620282
    Citations: 4
  • “Regulation of Stress on Chloroplast RNA Editing in Rice during De-Etiolation”
    Authors: Liu, D., Huang, C., Xiao, L.
    Journal: Zhiwu Shengli Xuebao/Plant Physiology Journal, 2020, 56(11), pp. 2428–2438
    Citations: 2

 

 

Hashini Abeysuriya | Food Science | Best Researcher Award

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Mrs Hashini Abeysuriya | Food Science |  Best Researcher Award

Lecturer at University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, Sri Lanka

Hashini Imalsha Abeysuriya is a dedicated academic and researcher specializing in Food Science and Technology. She earned her M.Phil. in Natural Product Chemistry from the University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, in November 2020, where her thesis focused on the vitamin C content and antioxidant properties of various fruits. She also holds a B.Sc. Special degree in Food Science & Technology (1st Class, GPA: 3.9/4.0) from the University of Sri Jayewardenepura.

 

Publication Profile

Academic Qualifications:

  • M.Phil. in Natural Product Chemistry (2020)
    University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka
    Thesis: Vitamin C content, antioxidant properties, and iron content in common, underutilized, and wild fruits of Sri Lanka under various storage conditions.
  • B.Sc. Special Degree in Food Science & Technology (2014, 1st Class, GPA: 3.9/4.0)
    University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Sri Lanka
    Thesis: Design and development of a low-cost prototype food penetrometer to measure food quality.

Professional Experience:

  • Lecturer, Department of Food Science and Technology, Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna (2021 – Present)
  • Visiting Lecturer, University College of Matara (2021 – Present)
  • Temporary Demonstrator, University College of Matara (2019 – 2021)
  • Graduate Intern, Institute of Nanotechnology (SLINTEC) (2015)
  • Trainee, Harischandra Mills PLC (2014)

Research Interests:

A.P.H.I. Abeysuriya’s research focuses on the nutritional properties of fruits, particularly the antioxidant capacities and vitamin C content of underutilized and wild fruits in Sri Lanka. She has contributed to various studies published in reputed journals and holds a patent for the industrial design of a food penetrometer.

Awards and Recognition:

  • Best Presenter (Poster) at the 16th Academic Sessions, University of Ruhuna.
  • First and third place at the Ruhuna Invention and Innovation Exhibition 2023 in the Southern Province Competition.

Publication Top Notes

  • Total Vitamin C, Ascorbic Acid, Dehydroascorbic Acid, Antioxidant Properties, and Iron Content of Underutilized and Commonly Consumed Fruits in Sri Lanka
    HI Abeysuriya, VP Bulugahapitiya, J Loku Pulukkuttige
    International Journal of Food Science, 2020 (1), 4783029.
  • Comparative Account of Vitamin C Contents, Antioxidant Properties and Iron Contents of Minor Fruits in Sri Lanka
    HI Abeysuriya, VP Bulugahapitiya, LP Jayatissa
    Plant Science Today, 8 (4), 795–803, 2021.
  • Variation of Vitamin C Content and Antioxidant Capacities During the Post-Harvest Storage of Fresh Fruits Under Different Temperatures
    LPJ Hashini I. Abeysuriya, Vajira P. Bulugahapitiya
    Journal of Stored Products Research, 109, 2024.
  • Characterization of Physico-Functional, Nutritional, and Antioxidant Properties of Jackfruit By-Product Flour and Assess Its Potential Use in the Development of Pasta
    GSN Fernando, A Abeysuriya, HA Dilrukshi
    Tropical Agricultural Research & Extension, 27 (3), 171-181, 2024.
  • Applications of Biomimicry in Food Analysis
    APHIA N.T. Nanayakkara, G.H.H.D. Jayasekara
    The International Conference on Biomimicry for Sustainability, 2024.
  • Functional and Nutritional Properties of Musa Paradisiaca (Ash Plantain) Flour (Peel and Flesh of Fruit) and Development of Ready-to-Serve Flakes from Musa Paradisiaca Flesh Flour
    APHIA N.T. Nanayakkara, A.A.M. Subodinee
    Agro Food, 2024.
  • Development of Novel Functional Foods from Guava (Psidium Guajava) and Veralu (Elaeocarpus Serratus) Fruits
    H Jayampathi, VP Bulugahapitiya, HI Abeysuriya
    Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2023.
  • Research Article: Total Vitamin C, Ascorbic Acid, Dehydroascorbic Acid, Antioxidant Properties, and Iron Content of Underutilized and Commonly Consumed Fruits in Sri Lanka
    HI Abeysuriya, VP Bulugahapitiya, JL Pulukkuttige, 2020.
  • Comparing Accuracy and Precision of Different Analytical Methods for Determination of Vitamin C Content in Fruits and Vegetables
    HI Abeysuriya, VP Bulugahapitiya, LP Jayatissa
    Institute of Chemistry Ceylon, Rajagiriya, Sri Lanka, 2020.
  • Change in Contents of Vitamin C, Total Phenolic, Total Flavonoid, and Antioxidant Capacities of Selected Fruits Under Refrigeration
    VP Bulugahapitiya, HI Abeysuriya, LP Jayatissa
    University of Ruhuna, 2019.
  • Determination of Vitamin C Content and Antioxidant Properties of Sri Lankan Wild Fruit Species
    VP Bulugahapitiya, HI Abeysuriya, LP Jayatissa
    University of Ruhuna, 2018.
  • Determination of Total Vitamin C and Antioxidant Capacity of Selected Underutilized Fruits in Sri Lanka and the Stability of Vitamin C Under Different Storage Conditions
    HI Abeysuriya, VP Bulugahapitiya, LP Jayatissa
    Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, 2018.
  • Antioxidant Properties, Contents of Vitamin C, Total Phenolic, Total Flavonoid, and Dietary Iron of Selected Sri Lankan Fruit Species
    VP Bulugahapitiya, HI Abeysuriya, DNA Arachchi, LP Jayatissa, 2018.
  • Design and Development of a Low Cost Prototype Food Penetrometer to Evaluate Quality of Foods
    APHI Abeysuriya, SB Navaratne, P Alwis
    International Journal of Scientific & Engineering Research, 2015.

 

Pothiyappan Karthik | Food Technology | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc Prof Dr Pothiyappan Karthik |  Food Technology |  Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor & Head at  Karpagam Academy of Higher Education,  India

Dr. Pothiyappan Karthik is an Associate Professor and Head of the Department of Food Technology at Karpagam Academy of Higher Education. He earned his Ph.D. in Food Technology from the CSIR-Central Food Technological Research Institute (CFTRI) in Mysore and completed post-doctoral research at Zhejiang Gongshang University, China. Dr. Karthik has received the CSIR-Senior Research Fellowship and has led a major research project funded by the DST, amounting to Rs. 75 lakhs. He has published extensively with 24 journal articles and holds multiple patents in food technology.

Publication profile:

🎓 Academic Background:

Dr. Pothiyappan Karthik completed his Ph.D. in Food Technology at CSIR-Central Food Technological Research Institute, India. He pursued post-doctoral research at Zhejiang Gongshang University, China, in collaboration with the University of Leeds, UK. He has received the CSIR-Senior Research Fellowship and led a major research project funded by the DST, India.

🔬 Research Focus:

Dr. Karthik’s research centers on food technology, including:

  • Development of sustainable millet resources
  • Nanoencapsulation techniques for nutraceutical delivery
  • Biobased food packaging solutions

📚 Publications & Patents:

  • Citations: 2,475 (1,834 since 2019)
  • h-index: 15 (same since 2019)
  • i10-index: 17 (same since 2019)
  • Journals Published: 24, including notable works in Food Hydrocolloids and Food Science and Biotechnology.
  • Patents: 3 published, including innovations in food emulsifiers and probiotic drinks.

Publication Top Notes: