Qing Feng | Reuse of Agricultural Waste | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr Qing Feng |  Reuse of Agricultural Waste |  Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor, Director of the Department of Environmental Engineering at  Qilu University of Technology (Shandong Academy of Sciences),  China

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Qing Feng is an Associate Professor and Director of the Department of Environmental Engineering at Qilu University of Technology, Shandong Academy of Sciences. He holds a Ph.D. from Korea Maritime and Ocean University. Dr. Feng specializes in advanced wastewater treatment, biological nutrient removal, and bioelectrochemical technologies. He has led numerous scientific research projects, published 50 papers, and holds 10 patents. His research innovations, particularly in anaerobic digestion efficiency, have made significant contributions to environmental protection and sustainable development. Dr. Feng has received multiple awards, including the “Best Research Award” at the 3rd International Young Scientist Competition.

Profile:

Academic Background:

Dr. Qing Feng is an associate professor at Qilu University of Technology, where he also serves as the director of the Department of Environmental Engineering. He earned his Ph.D. from Korea Maritime and Ocean University. With a strong academic and professional background, Dr. Feng has led 9 scientific research projects and published 50 papers, in addition to obtaining 10 patents.

Research Focus:

Dr. Feng’s research expertise lies in advanced wastewater treatment, biological nutrient removal processes, membrane bioreactors, biogas plants, and bioelectrochemical technologies. His work, particularly in bioelectrochemical anaerobic digestion, has achieved over a 60% improvement in efficiency, contributing significantly to environmental protection and sustainable development.

Awards and Recognition:

He has won several prestigious awards, including 2 Best Oral Presentation Awards and 1 Academic Poster Gold Award at international conferences. Dr. Feng also received the “Cooperation Star Award” at the China-ASEAN Innovation and Entrepreneurship Competition and the “Best Research Award” at the 3rd International Young Scientist Competition.

Editorial Roles:

Dr. Feng serves on the permanent editorial board of the KSCE Civil Engineering Journal and as a guest editor for Fermentation.

Collaborations and Memberships:

He has collaborated internationally on projects, including a Korea-India research initiative in 2016. Dr. Feng is also a member of the Korean Society of Environmental Engineers.

Citations:

Citations: 671
Documents: 441
h-index: 15

Publication Top Notes:

  • Influence of Organic Loading Rate on Methane Production from Brewery Wastewater in Bioelectrochemical Anaerobic Digestion
    Fermentation, 2023-10-26 | DOI: 10.3390/fermentation9110932
  • Modulation of the Structure of the Conjugated Polymer TMP and the Effect of Its Structure on the Catalytic Performance of TMP–TiO2 under Visible Light: Catalyst Preparation, Performance and Mechanism
    Materials, 2023-02-13 | DOI: 10.3390/ma16041563
  • Bioelectrochemical Methane Production from Food Waste in Anaerobic Digestion Using a Carbon-Modified Copper Foam Electrode
    Processes, 2020-04-01 | DOI: 10.3390/pr8040416
  • Enhanced Current Production of the Anode Modified by Microalgae Derived Nitrogen-Rich Biocarbon for Microbial Fuel Cells
    International Journal of Hydrogen Energy, 2020-02 | DOI: 10.1016/j.ijhydene.2019.06.199
  • Influence of Neutralization in Acidic Distillery Wastewater on Direct Interspecies Electron Transfer for Methane Production in an Upflow Anaerobic Bioelectrochemical Reactor
    International Journal of Hydrogen Energy, 2017-11 | DOI: 10.1016/j.ijhydene.2017.05.228
  • Decoration of Graphite Fiber Fabric Cathode with Electron Transfer Assisting Material for Enhanced Bioelectrochemical Methane Production
    Journal of Applied Electrochemistry, 2016-12-20 | DOI: 10.1007/s10800-016-1003-8
  • Performance of the Bio-electrochemical Anaerobic Digestion of Sewage Sludge at Different Hydraulic Retention Times
    Energy Fuels, 2016-01 | DOI: 10.1021/acs.energyfuels.5b02003

 

Ricardo Loiola Edvan | Forage farming | AgriLeadership in Academia Award

Prof. Dr Ricardo Loiola Edvan |  Forage farming |  AgriLeadership in Academia Award

Professor at UFPI, Brazil

Dr. Ricardo Loiola Edvan is a CNPq Productivity Fellow (Level 2) and a professor at the Federal University of Piauí (UFPI), Brazil. He holds a Ph.D. in Animal Science from the Federal University of Ceará (2013) and a Master’s in Animal Science from the Federal University of Paraíba (2010). His research focuses on forage production, pasture management, dry matter conservation, and leguminous species like Gliricidia sepium.

Profile:

📚 Formação Acadêmica:

  • 🎓 Doutorado em Zootecnia – Universidade Federal do Ceará (2013)
  • 🎓 Mestrado em Zootecnia – Universidade Federal da Paraíba (2010)
  • 🎓 Graduação em Agronomia – Universidade Federal do Ceará (2006)
  • 📜 Especialização em Agroecologia – Universidade Federal da Paraíba (2008)

🔬 Áreas de Pesquisa:

  • Forragicultura e Pastagens 🌿
  • Produção e conservação de volumosos 🐄
  • Uso sustentável de recursos agrícolas 🌱

📊 Projetos de Pesquisa Recentes:

  • Desenvolvimento de cápsulas purificadoras de água
  • Uso do soro de leite na produção de silagem de milho
  • Avaliação de estratégias para armazenamento de grãos de milho
  • Hidrogéis multifuncionais como biofertilizantes sustentáveis

🏫 Atuação Acadêmica e Extensão:

  • Professor do curso de Zootecnia na UFPI
  • Representante do Colegiado do Curso de Bacharelado em Zootecnia
  • Coordenação e participação em projetos de pesquisa e extensão
  • Organização de workshops internacionais sobre microbiologia em silagem

Citation Metrics:

  • Total Citations: 1273
  • Citations Since 2020: 883
  • h-index: 20 (16 since 2020)
  • i10-index: 44 (29 since 2020)

Publication Title Format:

  1. Livestock farming as a stabilizing activity in the Brazilian semiarid region
    MJF Coutinho, MS Souza Carneiro, RL Edvan, AP Pinto
    Veterinary and Animal Science, 20(3), 434-441 (2013)
  2. Resilience of cactus pear genotypes in a tropical semi-arid region subject to climatic cultivation restriction
    RL Edvan, RRM Mota, TP Dias-Silva, RR Nascimento, SV Sousa, …
    Scientific Reports, 10(1), 10040 (2020)
  3. Nutritional value of mombaça grass (Panicum maximum Jacq.) silages harvested according to regrowth ages
    WA Vasconcelos, IN Santos, AM Zanine, TF Pinto, WC Lima, …
    Brazilian Journal of Animal Health and Production, 10(4), 874-884 (2009)
  4. Correlations and path analysis of morphological and yield traits of cactus pear accessories
    DG Neder, FR Costa, RL Edvan, LT Souto Filho
    Crop Breeding and Applied Biotechnology, 13, 203-207 (2013)
  5. Silages in the form of diet based on spineless cactus and buffelgrass
    AJS Macedo, EM Santos, GGL Araujo, RL Edvan, JS Oliveira, AF Perazzo, …
    African Journal of Range & Forage Science, 35(2), 121-129 (2018)
  6. Fermentation profile and bromatological composition of sorghum silages as a function of nitrogen fertilization
    CHO Macedo, AP Andrade, EM Santos, DS Silva, TC Silva, RL Edvan
    Brazilian Journal of Animal Health and Production, 13, 371-382 (2012)
  7. Production, composition, fatty acid profile and sensory analysis of goat milk in goats fed buriti oil
    JS Morais, LR Bezerra, AMA Silva, MJ Araujo, RL Oliveira, RL Edvan, …
    Journal of Animal Science, 95(1), 395-406 (2017)
  8. Fermentation profile and nutritional value of sesame silage compared to usual silages
    DS Amorim, R Loiola Edvan, RR Nascimento, LR Bezerra, …
    Italian Journal of Animal Science, 19(1), 230-239 (2020)
  9. Agronomic divergence of sorghum hybrids for silage yield in the semiarid region of Paraiba
    TC Silva, EM Santos, JAG Azevedo, RL Edvan, AF Perazzo, RMA Pinho, …
    Brazilian Journal of Animal Science, 40, 1886-1893 (2011)
  10. Effect of shading and canopy height on pasture of Andropogon gayanus in silvopastoral system
    GL of Oliveira, ME of Oliveira, E of Oliveira Macêdo, AC Andrade, …
    Agroforestry Systems, 94, 953-962 (2020)
  11. Major metabolic diseases affecting cows in transition period
    LR Bezerra, CB Oliveira Neto, MJ Araujo, RL Edvan, …
    International Journal of Biology, 6(3), 85-94 (2014)
  12. Innovative hydrogels made from babassu mesocarp for technological application in agriculture
    HR Sousa, IS Lima, LML Neris, AS Silva, AMSS Nascimento, …
    Journal of Molecular Liquids, 376, 121463 (2023)
  13. Agronomic characteristics and chemical composition of Gliricidia sepium grown under different residual heights in different seasons
    SF Silva, MSS Carneiro, RL Edvan, ES Pereira, LB Morais Neto, …
    Agricultural Science and Research: Latin American Science Magazine, … (2017)
  14. Methionine microencapsulated with a carnauba (Copernicia prunifera) wax matrix for protection from degradation in the rumen
    JP of Carvalho Neto, LR Bezerra, AL of Silva, JFP of Moura, …
    Livestock Science, 228, 53-60 (2019)
  15. Methods for estimating forage mass in pastures in a tropical climate
    RL Edvan, LR Bezerra, CAT Marques, MSS Carneiro, RL Oliveira, …
    Journal of Agricultural Sciences, 39(1), 36-45 (2016)
  16. Chemical composition, fermentative characteristics, and in situ ruminal degradability of elephant grass silage containing Parkia platycephala pod meal and urea
    LA Costa, MJ Araujo, RL Edvan, LR Bezerra, AR Sousa, FJC Viana, …
    Tropical Animal Health and Production, 52, 3481-3492 (2020)
  17. Changes in hematological biomarkers of Nellore cows at different reproductive stages
    WDC Oliveira, TPD Silva, MJ Araujo, RL Edvan, RL Oliveira, LR Bezerra
    Acta Scientiarum. Animal Sciences, 41, e45725 (2019)
  18. Use of cacti in animal feed and their storage after harvest
    CBM Carvalho, RL Edvan, M Carvalho, ALA Reis, RR Birth
    Archives of Zootechnics, 67(259), 440-446 (2018)
  19. Agronomic characteristics and chemical composition of forage cactus according to different planting systems
    MJA Peixoto, MSS Carneiro, DS Amorim, RL Edvan, ES Pereira, M Costa
    Archives of Zootechnics, 67(257), 35-39 (2018)
  20. Fermentation losses of elephant grass (Pennisetum purpureum Schum.) silages with increasing levels of gliricidia (Gliricidia sepium) hay
    WF Pacheco, M. S. de Souza Carneiro, A. P. Pinto, R. L. Edvan, P. L. Arruda, …
    Acta Veterinaria Brasilica, 8(3), 155-162 (2014)

 

Xuefeng Shen | Sustainable Crop Production Systems | Best Researcher Award | 3695

Prof. Xuefeng Shen | Sustainable Crop Production Systems | Best Researcher Award

Professor / Associate Dean at Guangdong Ocean University, China

Prof. Xuefeng Shen is a distinguished academic and researcher at Guangdong Ocean University, holding the position of Professor and Associate Dean. He earned his doctoral degree in agriculture from China Agricultural University, specializing in crop cultivation and stress physiology. Prof. Shen has led multiple research projects funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China and the Provincial Natural Science Foundation. With over 60 published academic papers and 6 national invention patents, his contributions to agricultural research have been significant. He is also the author of two books, Agricultural Standardized System and Peanut High-efficiency Cultivation. In recognition of his work, Prof. Shen has received the third prize for agricultural technology promotion in Guangdong Province and an award for young teachers from the 16th Huo Yingdong Education Foundation. He actively participates in the cultivation of salt-tolerant crops and weed control, and serves as Vice Chairman of the Zhanjiang Tropical Agriculture Society.

Professional Profile :

Scopus Profile

Education :

Prof. Xuefeng Shen earned his doctoral degree in agriculture from China Agricultural University, one of the leading institutions in China. His academic journey has been focused on crop cultivation and stress physiology, areas in which he has made significant contributions through both research and innovation. Throughout his education, Prof. Shen developed a deep understanding of agricultural sciences, particularly the challenges and solutions related to crop growth under stress conditions. His educational foundation laid the groundwork for his successful career as a researcher and educator. Over the years, he has continued to build on his academic expertise, leading multiple research projects funded by both the National Natural Science Foundation of China and the Provincial Natural Science Foundation. His academic background has also enabled him to author several influential publications, including books on agricultural systems and high-efficiency cultivation, further solidifying his position as a leading figure in the field of agricultural research.

Professional Experience:

Prof. Xuefeng Shen is an accomplished academic with extensive experience in agricultural research, particularly in crop cultivation and stress physiology. He holds the position of Professor and Associate Dean at Guangdong Ocean University, where he has led several groundbreaking research projects. Prof. Shen has successfully presided over five projects funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China and the Provincial Natural Science Foundation. He has published over 60 academic papers and holds six national invention patents, demonstrating his strong research capabilities and innovative approach. In addition to his research, Prof. Shen has authored books such as Agricultural Standardized System and Peanut High-efficiency Cultivation, contributing valuable knowledge to the field. His leadership extends beyond academia as he serves as the Vice Chairman and Executive Director of the Zhanjiang Tropical Agriculture Society. His recognition includes prestigious awards, such as the third prize for agricultural technology promotion in Guangdong Province and the Young Teacher Award from the Huo Yingdong Education Foundation.

Research Interest:

Prof. Xuefeng Shen’s research interests primarily focus on crop cultivation and stress physiology, with a particular emphasis on improving agricultural productivity under challenging environmental conditions. His work explores the mechanisms by which crops respond to abiotic stresses, such as drought, salinity, and extreme temperatures, aiming to develop more resilient and high-yielding crop varieties. Prof. Shen has been involved in several projects related to the cultivation of salt-tolerant crops and weed control in farmland, addressing key challenges in modern agriculture. He has contributed significantly to the development of agricultural technologies that enhance crop stress resistance and efficiency. In addition to his research on crop physiology, Prof. Shen’s work extends to the creation of agricultural standardized systems and the promotion of high-efficiency cultivation techniques, particularly in peanuts. His innovative approach is reflected in his numerous publications and national patents, which have the potential to revolutionize agricultural practices and improve food security.

Award and Honor:

Prof. Xuefeng Shen has received numerous prestigious awards and honors for his outstanding contributions to the field of crop cultivation and stress physiology. Notably, he was awarded the third prize for agricultural technology promotion in Guangdong Province, recognizing his significant impact on advancing agricultural practices. Additionally, Prof. Shen was honored with the Young Teacher Award from the 16th Huo Yingdong Education Foundation, which acknowledges his excellence in teaching and his dedication to nurturing the next generation of agricultural scientists. These accolades, alongside his impressive academic achievements, including over 60 published papers and six national invention patents, underscore his leadership in agricultural research. Prof. Shen’s work continues to influence the agricultural community, and his role as a member of the Youth Editorial Committee of Guangdong Agricultural Science and his position as Vice Chairman of the Zhanjiang Tropical Agriculture Society further solidify his standing as a respected figure in agricultural science.

Conclusion:

Prof. Xuefeng Shen is a distinguished researcher with a remarkable track record in crop cultivation and stress physiology. His leadership in multiple projects funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China and the Provincial Natural Science Foundation underscores his expertise and ability to secure significant research funding. With over 60 published academic papers and six national invention patents, Prof. Shen has made notable contributions to the agricultural field. His recognition through awards such as the third prize for agricultural technology promotion in Guangdong Province and the Young Teacher Award from the Huo Yingdong Education Foundation further solidifies his reputation as an accomplished researcher and educator. While expanding his industry collaborations and international presence could enhance the practical impact of his work, Prof. Shen’s research has already made a substantial contribution to advancing agricultural science. He is undoubtedly a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award, with the potential for even greater global influence.

Publications Top Noted:

  • Mitigation Effect of Exogenous Nano-Silicon on Salt Stress Damage of Rice Seedlings
    Authors: Xiong, J., Yang, X., Sun, M., Zhao, L., Shen, X.
    Year: 2025
    Citations: 0
  • Effects of Exogenous Spermidine on Seed Germination and Physiological Metabolism of Rice Under NaCl Stress
    Authors: Yang, X., Xiong, J., Du, X., Zheng, D., Shen, X.
    Year: 2024
    Citations: 0
  • Spermidine augments salt stress resilience in rice roots potentially by enhancing OsbZIP73’s RNA binding capacity
    Authors: Shen, X., Dai, S., Chen, M., Huang, Y.
    Year: 2024
    Citations: 2
  • Optimizing Nitrogen Dosage and Planting Density to Improve Japonica Rice Yield
    Authors: Zhao, L., Zhou, H., Tang, L., Feng, N., Shen, X.
    Year: 2024
    Citations: 0
  • Transcriptomic and Lipidomic Analysis Reveals Complex Regulation Mechanisms Underlying Rice Roots’ Response to Salt Stress
    Authors: Xue, Y., Zhou, C., Feng, N., Liu, Y., Zhang, R.
    Year: 2024
    Citations: 2
  • Integrated transcriptome and metabolome analysis of salinity tolerance in response to foliar application of choline chloride in rice (Oryza sativa L.)
    Authors: Huo, J., Yu, M., Feng, N., Zhao, L., Meng, F.
    Year: 2024
    Citations: 1
  • Plant growth regulators mitigate oxidative damage to rice seedling roots by NaCl stress
    Authors: Wang, Y., Zhao, L.-M., Feng, N., Lu, X., Deng, P.
    Year: 2024
    Citations: 1
  • Comparative transcriptome analysis of gene responses of salt-tolerant and salt-sensitive rice cultivars to salt stress
    Authors: Fang, X., Mo, J., Zhou, H., Xu, J., Yang, S.
    Year: 2023
    Citations: 9
  • Global Responses of Autopolyploid Sugarcane Badila (Saccharum officinarum L.) to Drought Stress Based on Comparative Transcriptome and Metabolome Profiling
    Authors: Yang, S., Chu, N., Feng, N., Shen, X., Zheng, D.
    Year: 2023
    Citations: 9
  • Physiological mechanisms of ABA-induced salinity tolerance in leaves and roots of rice
    Authors: Chen, G., Zheng, D., Feng, N., Meng, F., Huang, A.
    Year: 2022
    Citations: 49

 

Devendra Jain | Plant Growth | Best Researcher Award

Assist. Prof. Dr Devendra Jain | Plant Growth |  Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor at  Maharana Pratap University of Agriculture and Technology,  India

Dr. Devendra Jain serves as an Assistant Professor in Molecular Biology and Biotechnology at the Rajasthan College of Agriculture, Maharana Pratap University of Agriculture and Technology. He began his academic tenure on August 1, 2013, and has since been contributing to the advancement of molecular biology and biotechnology in agriculture. Born on June 8, 1982, Dr. Jain brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his role, fostering innovation and research in his field. With a career spanning nearly three decades, he is set to retire on June 30, 2042, leaving a lasting impact on the academic and scientific community.

Profile:

Academic Qualifications:

  • Ph.D. (Science): Rajasthan University, Jaipur (2010)
  • M.Sc. (Biotechnology): TNAU, Udaipur (2005) – GPA: 9.22/10
  • B.Sc. (Ag.) Hons.: Dr. PDKV, Akola (2003) – GPA: 8.48/10
  • ICAR-NET Certificate: 2009

Training/Workshops:

  1. Safety Aspects of Research Applications of Ionizing Radiations
    • Conducted by: BARC, Mumbai
    • Date: May 22-30, 2006
  2. Bioinformatics: Introduction and Application
    • Conducted by: BIF, University of Rajasthan
    • Date: February 7-9, 2008
  3. Biotechnology and Bioinformatics
    • Conducted by: BIF, University of Rajasthan
    • Date: September 25-26, 2008
  4. Biological Sequence Analysis
    • Conducted by: BIF, University of Rajasthan
    • Date: January 9-10, 2009
  5. Bioinformatics Workshop
    • Conducted by: BIF, University of Rajasthan
    • Date: January 11-12, 2009
  6. Awareness of e-Courses for B.Sc. (Hort.)
    • Organized by: Dr. YS Parmar University of Horticulture and Forestry
    • Date: February 13-14, 2014
  7. Advanced Nano-Characterization Techniques
    • Organized by: Noorul Islam Centre for Higher Education
    • Date: January 22 – February 7, 2014
  8. Orientation Course
    • Organized by: MPUAT, Udaipur
    • Date: December 3-23, 2013
  9. Bioinformatics-Based Genomic and Proteomic Data Analysis
    • Sponsored by: ICAR
    • Date: March 4-9, 2016
  10. Technological Advances in Organic Agriculture
    • Sponsored by: ICAR
    • Date: June 1-21, 2016
  11. Japan Asia Youth Exchange Program
    • Location: University of Miyazaki, Japan
    • Date: December 14-23, 2017
  12. Skill Development for Doubling Farmers’ Income
    • Sponsored by: ICAR
    • Date: July 30 – August 19, 2018
  13. Proteomics in Life Science Research
    • Location: MLSU, Udaipur
    • Date: March 6, 2019

Research Experience:

  • AINP-SBB Project: Principal Investigator (2014–present)
  • AINP on Organic Farming: Co-Principal Investigator (2017–present)
  • RKVY Projects:
    • Production and Evaluation of Liquid Microbial Inoculants (PI, 2016)
    • Biofertilizers in Tribal Belt of Southern Rajasthan (Co-PI, 2015)
    • Mushroom and Ornamental Fish Projects (Co-PI)

Research Focus:

Dr. Jain specializes in molecular biology, biotechnology, nanotechnology applications in agriculture, plant growth enhancement, and microbial interactions. His recent works explore bio-economic strategies, nanomaterial synthesis, and sustainable agricultural practices.

Citations:

  • Total Citations: 3,735
    • Since 2020: 2,360
  • h-index: 27
    • Since 2020: 23
  • i10-index: 54
    • Since 2020: 52

Publication Top Notes : 

  • Synthesis of plant-mediated silver nanoparticles using papaya fruit extract and evaluation of their antimicrobial activities
    D Jain, HK Daima, S Kachhwaha, SL Kothari
    Digest Journal of Nanomaterials and Biostructures 4 (3), 557-563, 990 citations (2009)
  • Green synthesis of silver nanoparticles using Argemone mexicana leaf extract and evaluation of their antimicrobial activities
    A Singh, D Jain, MK Upadhyay, N Khandelwal, HN Verma
    Digest Journal of Nanomaterials and Biostructures 5 (2), 483-489, 625 citations (2010)
  • Root exudates: mechanistic insight of plant growth promoting rhizobacteria for sustainable crop production
    SK Upadhyay, AK Srivastava, VD Rajput, PK Chauhan, AA Bhojiya, …
    Frontiers in Microbiology 13, 916488, 146 citations (2022)
  • Novel microbial route to synthesize silver nanoparticles using spore crystal mixture of Bacillus thuringiensis
    D Jain, S Kachhwaha, R Jain, G Srivastava, SL Kothari
    Indian Journal of Experimental Biology 48 (11), 1152-1156, 119 citations (2010)
  • Microbial fabrication of zinc oxide nanoparticles and evaluation of their antimicrobial and photocatalytic properties
    D Jain, Shivani, AA Bhojiya, H Singh, HK Daima, M Singh, SR Mohanty, …
    Frontiers in Chemistry 8, 778, 114 citations (2020)
  • Mechanistic insights and potential use of siderophores producing microbes in rhizosphere for mitigation of stress in plants grown in degraded land
    P Singh, PK Chauhan, SK Upadhyay, RK Singh, P Dwivedi, J Wang, …
    Frontiers in Microbiology 13, 898979, 102 citations (2022)
  • Green synthesis of silver nanoparticles and their application in plant virus inhibition
    D Jain, SL Kothari
    Journal of Mycology and Plant Pathology 44 (1), 21-24, 96 citations (2014)
  • Zinc tolerant plant growth promoting bacteria alleviates phytotoxic effects of zinc on maize through zinc immobilization
    D Jain, R Kour, AA Bhojiya, RH Meena, A Singh, SR Mohanty, …
    Scientific Reports 10 (1), 13865, 84 citations (2020)
  • Adventitious shoot regeneration and in vitro biosynthesis of steroidal lactones in Withania coagulans (Stocks) Dunal
    R Jain, A Sinha, D Jain, S Kachhwaha, SL Kothari
    Plant Cell, Tissue and Organ Culture 105, 135-140, 52 citations (2011)
  • NaNbO3 Nanorods: Photopiezocatalysts for Elevated Bacterial Disinfection and Wastewater Treatment
    A Sharma, U Bhardwaj, D Jain, HS Kushwaha
    ACS Omega 7 (9), 7595-7605, 50 citations (2022)

 

Farnaz almasi | Soil-Vegetable System | Best Researcher Award

Dr Farnaz almasi |  Soil-Vegetable System |  Best Researcher Award

shoushtar faculty, Iran

Farnaz Almasi is an environmental researcher specializing in bioremediation, pollution control, and environmental health risk assessments. Her work focuses on innovative solutions to mitigate the effects of pollutants in water, soil, and industrial environments, particularly in saline and contaminated areas. Almasi has contributed to several studies on biosurfactant-assisted composting, biodegradation of petroleum, and the health risks associated with environmental contaminants like pesticides and heavy metals. She has published extensively in high-impact journals, including research on the degradation of hazardous chemicals and the health impacts of pollutants in aquatic systems. With a strong background in environmental engineering, Almasi continues to make significant strides in the field of environmental health and pollution management.

 

Publication Profile

🏆 Notable Achievements:

  • Published extensively in high-impact journals, with a focus on biosurfactant-assisted composting, herbicide residue monitoring, and bioremediation using halotolerant bacterial strains.
  • Contributed significantly to studies on health risk assessments related to environmental contaminants, including pesticides and toxic elements.

🧪 Key Research Contributions:

  • Enhanced bioremediation techniques for petroleum-contaminated saline soils.
  • Health risk assessment of herbicides and organochlorine pesticides in water systems.
  • Systematic reviews on the environmental transmission of COVID-19 and arsenic’s role in kidney cancer.

Key Skills and Expertise:

  • Bioremediation of industrial and saline environments.
  • Risk assessment of environmental pollutants.
  • Advanced oxidation processes for pollutant degradation.

📚 Research Focus:

Farnaz Almasi is a prolific researcher specializing in environmental science and engineering, with a strong emphasis on bioremediation, pollution control, and environmental health risk assessments. Her work often explores innovative solutions for mitigating the effects of pollutants in water, soil, and industrial environments.

Citation Metrics:

Citations:

  • Total Citations: 424
  • Citations Since 2019: 339

h-index:

  • Total h-index: 11
  • h-index Since 2019: 10

i10-index:

  • Total i10-index: 16
  • i10-index Since 2019: 10

Publication Top Note:

  • A comparative study on the removal of phenol from aqueous solutions by electro–Fenton and electro–persulfate processes using iron electrodes
    AR Rahmani, H Rezaeivahidian, M Almasi, A Shabanlo, H Almasi
    Research on Chemical Intermediates 42, 1441-1450 (58 citations, 2016)
  • Removal of turbidity and organic matter from car wash wastewater by electrocoagulation process
    MJ Mohammadi, J Salari, A Takdastan, M Farhadi, P Javanmardi, AR Yari, …
    Desalination and Water Treatment 68, 122-128 (50 citations, 2017)
  • Spatial distribution, ecological and health risk assessment and source identification of atrazine in Shadegan international wetland, Iran
    H Almasi, A Takdastan, N Jaafarzadeh, AA Babaei, YT Birgani, …
    Marine Pollution Bulletin 160, 111569 (48 citations, 2020)
  • Arsenic in drinking water and kidney cancer: a systematic review
    N Jaafarzadeh, A Poormohammadi, H Almasi, Z Ghaedrahmat, F Rahim, …
    Reviews on Environmental Health 38 (2), 255-263 (24 citations, 2023)
  • Activated persulfate by chelating agent Fe·/complex for in situ degradation of phenol: intermediate identification and optimization study
    AR Rahmani, A Poormohammadi, F Zamani, Y Tahmasebi Birgani, S Jorfi, …
    Research on Chemical Intermediates 44, 5501-5519 (24 citations, 2018)
  • A comparative study on the removal of pentachlorophenol using copper-impregnated pumice and zeolite
    AR Rahmani, S Jorfi, G Asgari, F Zamani, H Almasi, Z Masoumi
    Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering 6 (2), 3342-3348 (24 citations, 2018)
  • Modeling and optimization of ciprofloxacin degradation by hybridized potassium persulfate/zero valent-zinc/ultrasonic process
    AR Rahmani, H Rezaei-Vahidian, H Almasi, F Donyagard
    Environmental Processes 4, 563-572 (23 citations, 2017)
  • Effect of silica on the ultrasonic/persulfate process for degradation of Acid Black 1 in aqueous solutions
    AR Rahmani, F Zamani, A Shabanloo, H Almasi
    AVICENNA JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH ENGINEERING 3 (2), 0-0 (17 citations, 2016)
  • Optimization of catalytic ozonation process for removal of reactive black 5 dye using bone char ash modified by magnesium oxide and applying taguchi design
    G Asgari, H Almasi, J Fardmal, F Ghanbari, Z Daraie, S Akbari
    Journal of Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences 24 (122), 252-262 (17 citations, 2015)
  • Optimization of ciprofloxacin antibiotic sonochemical degradation with persulfate activated by nano zero-valent iron by central composite design method
    AR Rahmani, H Almasi, S Bajalan, H Rezaei Vahidian, A Zarei, …
    J. Health 8, 231-245 (11 citations, 2017)
  • Investigation into catalytic potential of marble powder in catalytic ozonation of reactive black 5
    S Akbari, F Ghanbari, H Almasi, G Asgari
    (11 citations, 2017)
  • Removal of 2, 4-dichlorophenol from aqueous solution using ultrasonic/H2O2
    M Sadrnourmohamadi, A Poormohammadi, H Almasi, G Asgari, …
    Desalination and Water Treatment 75, 189-194 (11 citations, 2017)
  • Removal of 2, 4 di-chlorophenol using persulfate activated with ultrasound from aqueous solutions
    A Seid Mohammadi, G Asgari, H Almasi
    Journal of Environmental Health Engineering 1 (4), 259-270 (11 citations, 2014)
  • Herbicide residues in water resources: a scoping review
    S Jorfi, F Rahim, A Rahmani, N Jaafarzadeh, Z Ghaedrahmat, H Almasi, …
    Avicenna Journal of Environmental Health Engineering 8 (2), 126-133 (10 citations, 2021)
  • Biodegradation of Bisphenol A in a saline industrial wastewater using Alcaligenes faecalis strain BPAN5
    A Neisi, AR Rahmani, S Ghafari, S Jorfi, H Almasi
    Desalination and Water Treatment 189, 276-282 (10 citations, 2020)
  • Investigation of sonochemical oxidation process in the presence of SiO2, CuSO4 and Na2SO4 in removal of acid black1 azo dye from aqueous solution
    HA R Rahmani, Z Masoumi, A Shabanlo, S Akbari
    Journal of Rafsanjan University of Medical Sciences 13 (12), 1115-1128 (10 citations, 2015)
  • The study of phenol removal from aqueous solutions using oxidizing agents of peroxide hydrogen, persulfate and periodate activated by ultrasound
    H Almasi, G Asgari, M Leili, Z Sharifi, A Seid-Mohammadi
    Journal of Rafsanjan University of Medical Sciences 15 (9), 835-848 (9 citations, 2017)
  • Monitoring and health risk assessment of organochlorine pesticides in Karun River and drinking water Ahvaz city, South West of Iran
    S Jorfi, A Poormohammadi, E Maraghi, H Almasi
    Toxin Reviews 41 (2), 361-369 (8 citations, 2022)
  • Sonochemical oxidation of phenol using persulfate activated by zerovalent iron nanoparticles in aqueous environments
    R Shokouhi, Y Poureshgh, H Almasi, A Shabanloo
    J Occup Environ Health 2 (1), 7-17 (7 citations, 2016)
  • Application of a moving bed biofilm reactor in removal of ciprofloxacin from real hospital effluent: effect of operational conditions
    R Shokoohi, H Almasi, M Sedighi, Z Daraee, S Akbari
    Avicenna Journal of Environmental Health Engineering 4 (2), 19-23 (6 citations, 2017)

 

 

Davoud Akhzari | Biofertilizer Application | Best Researcher Award

Prof Davoud Akhzari | Biofertilizer Application | Best Researcher Award

Malayer University,  Iran

Dr. Davoud Akhzari is an Associate Professor specializing in phytoremediation, biotic and abiotic stress management, and plant eco-physiology. With a Ph.D. in Soil, Plant, and Environmental Sciences from Gorgan University of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources, his research focuses on vegetation improvement, rangeland management, and soil rehabilitation. Dr. Akhzari has held key administrative roles at Malayer University and serves as a reviewer for numerous international journals. His expertise includes biofertilizer production, composting, and advanced data analysis using R and SAS software.

 

Publication Profile

🎓 Education:

  • Ph.D. in Soil, Plant, and Environmental Sciences (2012), Gorgan University of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources, Iran.
  • M.S. in Natural Resource Management (2007), Gorgan University of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources, Iran.

🧑‍🏫 Professional Experience:

  • Assistant Professor, Malayer University (2011–2016).
  • Associate Professor, Malayer University (2016–present).
  • Held administrative roles, including Head of Department, Dean of Central Library, and Dean of Brilliant Talents Office.

🔬 Skills & Contributions:

  • Expertise in compost and biofertilizer production.
  • Reviewer for numerous scientific journals, including PLOS ONE and Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology.
  • Proficient in R and SAS for data analysis.

🌱 Research Focus:

Dr. Akhzari specializes in phytoremediation, biotic and abiotic stress management, and plant eco-physiology. His work addresses vegetation improvement in arid zones, rangeland management, and soil rehabilitation.

Citation Metrics:

  • Total Citations: 631
  • Citations Since 2019: 491
  • h-index: 13 (12 since 2019)
  • i10-index: 18 (14 since 2019)

Publication Top Note:

  • The removal of phosphate from aqueous solutions using two nano-structures: copper oxide and carbon tubes
    S. Mahdavi, D. Akhzari
    Clean Technologies and Environmental Policy, 1-11, 2016 (64 citations)
  • Effect of Drought Stress on Total Protein, Essential Oil Content, and Physiological Traits of Levisticum Officinale Koch
    M.P., D. Akhzari
    Journal of Plant Nutrition, 2015 (57 citations)
  • Effects of salinity, drought, and priming treatments on seed germination and growth parameters of Lathyrus sativus L.
    S. Gheidary, D. Akhzari, M. Pessarakli
    Journal of Plant Nutrition 40 (10), 1507-1514, 2017 (47 citations)
  • Effects of Vermicompost and Arbuscular Mycorrhizal Fungi on Soil Properties and Growth of Medicago polymorpha L.
    D. Akhzari, B. Attaeian, A. Arami, F. Mahmoodi, F. Aslani
    Compost Science & Utilization 23 (3), 142-153, 2015 (43 citations)
  • Effects of cadmium stress on seedlings of various rangeland plant species (Avena fatua L., Lathyrus sativus L., and Lolium temulentum L.): Growth, physiological …
    L. Marzban, D. Akhzari, A. Ariapour, B. Mohammadparast, M. Pessarakli
    Journal of Plant Nutrition 40 (15), 2127-2137, 2017 (29 citations)
  • Effects of vermicompost and salinity stress on growth and physiological traits of Medicago rigidula L.
    D. Akhzari, M. Pessarakli, M. Khedmati
    Journal of Plant Nutrition 39 (14), 2106-2114, 2016 (25 citations)
  • Studying the effects of salinity stress on the growth of various halophytic plant species (Agropyron elongatum, Kochia prostrata, and Puccinellia distans)
    D. Akhzari, A. Sepehry, M. Pessarakli, H. Barani
    World Applied Science Journal 16 (7), 998-1003, 2012 (25 citations)
  • Effects of grazing intensity on soil and vegetation properties in a Mediterranean rangeland
    D. Akhzari, M. Pessarakli, S. Eftekhari Ahandani
    Communications in Soil Science and Plant Analysis 46 (22), 2798-2806, 2015 (22 citations)
  • Drought Monitoring Using Vegetation Indices and MODIS Data (Case Study: Isfahan Province, Iran)
    D. Shad, M.S., Ildoromi, A., Akhzari
    Rangeland Science 7 (2), 148-159, 2017 (21 citations)
  • Characterization of bare and modified nano-zirconium oxide (ZrO2) and their applications as adsorbents for the removal of bivalent heavy metals
    S. Mahdavi, N. Amini, H. Merrikhpour, D. Akhzari
    Korean Journal of Chemical Engineering, 1-11, 2017 (18 citations)

 

 

Panagiotis Madesis | Sustainable Agriculture | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr Panagiotis Madesis |  Sustainable Agriculture |  Best Researcher Award

Certh/inab,  Greece

Dr. Panagiotis Madesis Assistant Professor, University of Thessaly School of Agricultural Sciences, Department of Agriculture Crop Production and Rural Environment Specialization: Cellular and Molecular Biology.

 

Publication Profile

Education:

  • Ph.D., Genetic Engineering and Molecular Biology, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, 2004
  • M.Sc., Plant Breeding and Plant Physiology, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, 1998
  • B.Sc., Agriculture, Plant Science, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, 1996

Awards and Distinctions:

  • Distinction by the President of the Hellenic Republic, Ministry of Rural Development, 2013
  • Christidis Award for Best Presentation, 15th Greek Conference of Plant Breeding and Genetics Society
  • Papadakis Award for Best Poster, 16th Greek Conference of Plant Breeding and Genetics Society

Research Interests:

  • Plant breeding and biotechnology
  • Stress tolerance in plants
  • Food fraud detection and traceability
  • Plant genomics and biodiversity assessment
  • Human health and high-value plant product development

Research Focus:

Dr. Panagiotis Madesis is an expert in cellular and molecular biology, focusing on plant stress tolerance mechanisms, plant breeding, and the application of biotechnology for developing higher-yielding and stress-tolerant crops. His work involves the use of genomics and “omics” technologies to improve plant health and productivity. He is also interested in food safety, specifically in detecting food fraud and identifying adulteration in commercial products.

Citations:

  • Total Citations: 5227
  • Citations Since 2019: 3511

h-index:

  • Total h-index: 41
  • h-index Since 2019: 30

i10-index:

  • Total i10-index: 120
  • i10-index Since 2019: 105

Publication Top Note:

  • Plant glutathione transferase-mediated stress tolerance: functions and biotechnological applications
    I Nianiou-Obeidat, P Madesis, C Kissoudis, G Voulgari, E Chronopoulou, …
    Plant Cell Reports, 36, 791-805, 2017
  • Plant growth promoting rhizobacteria isolated from halophytes and drought-tolerant plants: Genomic characterisation and exploration of phyto-beneficial traits
    K Leontidou, S Genitsaris, A Papadopoulou, N Kamou, I Bosmali, T Matsi, …
    Scientific Reports, 10(1), 14857, 2020
  • The use of lupin as a source of protein in animal feeding: Genomic tools and breeding approaches
    EM Abraham, I Ganopoulos, P Madesis, A Mavromatis, P Mylona, …
    International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 20(4), 851, 2019
  • Advances of DNA-based methods for tracing the botanical origin of food products
    P Madesis, I Ganopoulos, I Sakaridis, A Argiriou, A Tsaftaris
    Food Research International, 60, 163-172, 2014
  • Overexpression of a specific soybean GmGSTU4 isoenzyme improves diphenyl ether and chloroacetanilide herbicide tolerance of transgenic tobacco plants
    K Benekos, C Kissoudis, I Nianiou-Obeidat, N Labrou, P Madesis, …
    Journal of Biotechnology, 150(1), 195-201, 2010
  • Microsatellite and DNA-barcode regions typing combined with High Resolution Melting (HRM) analysis for food forensic uses: A case study on lentils (Lens culinaris)
    I Bosmali, I Ganopoulos, P Madesis, A Tsaftaris
    Food Research International, 46(1), 141-147, 2012
  • The application of Bar-HRM (Barcode DNA-High Resolution Melting) analysis for authenticity testing and quantitative detection of bean crops (Leguminosae) without prior DNA …
    P Madesis, I Ganopoulos, A Anagnostis, A Tsaftaris
    Food Control, 25(2), 576-582, 2012
  • Barcode High Resolution Melting (Bar-HRM) analysis for detection and quantification of PDO “Fava Santorinis”(Lathyrus clymenum) adulterants
    I Ganopoulos, P Madesis, N Darzentas, A Argiriou, A Tsaftaris
    Food Chemistry, 133(2), 505-512, 2012
  • Barcode-DNA High Resolution Melting (Bar-HRM) analysis as a novel close-tubed and accurate tool for olive oil forensic use
    I Ganopoulos, C Bazakos, P Madesis, P Kalaitzis, A Tsaftaris
    103, 2012
  • Cell and molecular biology of plastids
    R Bock
    Springer Science & Business Media, 95, 2007
  • Tobacco plants over-expressing the sweet orange tau glutathione transferases (CsGSTUs) acquire tolerance to the diphenyl ether herbicide fluorodifen and to salt and drought …
    LL Cicero, P Madesis, A Tsaftaris, ARL Piero
    Phytochemistry, 116, 69-77, 2015
  • DNA replication, recombination, and repair in plastids
    A Day, P Madesis
    Cell and Molecular Biology of Plastids, 65-119, 2007
  • Olives and olive oil as functional foods
    A Kiritsakis, F Shahidi
    UK: John Wiley & Sons, 90, 2017
  • Exploring priming responses involved in peach fruit acclimation to cold stress
    MA Tanou G, Minas IS, Scossa F, Belghazi M, Xanthopoulou A, Ganopoulos I, …
    Scientific Reports, 7(1), 11358, 2017
  • Bar-HRM for authentication of plant-based medicines: evaluation of three medicinal products derived from Acanthaceae species
    M Osathanunkul, P Madesis, H De Boer
    PLOS ONE, 10(5), e0128476, 2015
  • DNA barcode ITS2 coupled with high resolution melting (HRM) analysis for taxonomic identification of Sideritis species growing in Greece
    A Kalivas, I Ganopoulos, A Xanthopoulou, P Chatzopoulou, A Tsaftaris, …
    Molecular Biology Reports, 41, 5147-5155, 2014
  • Transfer of plastid DNA to the nucleus is elevated during male gametogenesis in tobacco
    AE Sheppard, MA Ayliffe, L Blatch, A Day, SK Delaney, N Khairul-Fahmy, …
    Plant Physiology, 148(1), 328-336, 2008
  • Binding and glutathione conjugation of porphyrinogens by plant glutathione transferases
    DP Dixon, A Lapthorn, P Madesis, EA Mudd, A Day, R Edwards
    Journal of Biological Chemistry, 283(29), 20268-20276, 2008
  • A novel closed-tube method based on high resolution melting (HRM) analysis for authenticity testing and quantitative detection in Greek PDO Feta cheese
    I Ganopoulos, I Sakaridis, A Argiriou, P Madesis, A Tsaftaris
    Food Chemistry, 141(2), 835-840, 2013
  • Vegetable grafting from a molecular point of view: the involvement of epigenetics in rootstock-scion interactions
    A Tsaballa, A Xanthopoulou, P Madesis, A Tsaftaris, I Nianiou-Obeidat
    Frontiers in Plant Science, 11, 621999, 2021

 

Dinesh Sharma | Agriculture | Best Innovation Award

Dr Dinesh Sharma |  Agriculture |  Best Innovation Award

Associate Professor at  Manipal University Jaipur,  India

Dr. Dinesh Sharma is an accomplished Associate Professor in Data Science and Engineering at Manipal University Jaipur. With over 14 years of experience in technical and engineering education, he has contributed extensively to academia, research, and software development. His expertise spans artificial intelligence, precision agriculture, and wireless sensor networks.

 

Publication Profile

🎓 Academic Qualifications:

  • Ph.D. in Computer Science & Engineering – Uttarakhand Technical University, Dehradun (2021)
  • M.E. in Computer Science & Engineering – R.G.P.V., Bhopal (2007)
  • B.E. in Computer Science & Engineering – R.G.P.V., Bhopal (2006)
  • C-DAC Certification in Software Development – ACTS, Pune (2007)

💼 Professional Experience:

  • Associate Professor at Manipal University Jaipur (Aug 2023 – Present)
  • Assistant Professor at Amity University, Madhya Pradesh (2015 – 2023)
  • Assistant Professor at IMS Unison University, Dehradun (2013 – 2015)
  • Head of Department & Assistant Professor at Amardeep College of Engineering, Agra (2012 – 2013)
  • Guest Lecturer at Rustamji Institute of Technology, Gwalior (2008 – 2010)
  • Software Designer & Developer (Freelancer) at D-Sys Data Solution, Gwalior (2008 – 2012)

📚 Research & Innovations:

  • Published multiple patents, including systems for intelligent animal welfare, waste composting, and assistive devices for the visually impaired.
  • Authored research papers on AI applications in agriculture and soil monitoring.
  • Contributed book chapters on enterprise service buses and data mining in agriculture.
  • Current research interests include AI in cybersecurity, precision agriculture, and energy-efficient wireless networks.

🏆 Achievements & Skills:

  • Proficient in C#, ASP.Net, PHP, Java, and Android app development.
  • Coordinated academic initiatives, including KPI management, coding clubs, and entrepreneurship cells.
  • Extensive experience in organizing and attending FDPs and workshops on cutting-edge technologies and pedagogy.

Publication Top Note:

  • A New Energy-Efficient Multitier Deterministic Energy-Efficient Clustering Routing Protocol for Wireless Sensor Networks
    Symmetry, 12(5), 837, 2020.
  • Energy-Efficient Multitier Random DEC Routing Protocols for WSN in Agriculture
    Wireless Personal Communication, 2021.
  • Factors Affecting E-Waste Management: An Interpretive Structural Modeling Approach
    2015 Fifth International Conference on Communication Systems and Network Technologies, 2015.
  • Comparative Energy Evaluation of LEACH Protocol for Monitoring Soil Parameters in Wireless Sensor Networks
    Materials Today: Proceedings, 29, 381-396, 2020.
  • Enhanced PEGASIS Algorithm for Increasing the Lifetime of Wireless Sensor Networks
    Materials Today: Proceedings, 29, 372-380, 2020.
  • Face Mask Detection Analysis for COVID-19 Using CNN and Deep Learning
    2022 IEEE 11th International Conference on Communication Systems and Network Technologies, 2022.
  • Comparative Analysis of Skin Cancer Detection Using Classification Algorithms
    2023 IEEE 15th International Conference on Computational Intelligence and Communication Networks, 2023.
  • Prognosis for Crop Yield Production by Data Mining Techniques in Agriculture
    Applications of Image Processing and Soft Computing Systems in Agriculture, 2019.
  • A Survey on Energy-Efficient Hierarchical-Based Routing Protocols in Wireless Sensor Networks
    International Journal of Wireless and Mobile Communication for Industrial and Systems Engineering, 2019.
  • A Role of Enterprise Service Bus in Building Web Services
    Exploring Enterprise Service Bus in the Service-Oriented Architecture Paradigm, 2017.
  • A New Approach for Wireless Communication Security Protocol by Using Mutual Authentication
    Advanced Computing, 3(3), 31, 2012.
  • Neural Network-Based Soil Parameters Predictive Coordination Algorithm for Energy-Efficient Wireless Sensor Networks
    Communications in Soil Science and Plant Analysis, 2024.
  • Deep Learning Approach to Analyse, Detect, and Classify COVID-19 Patients
    New Trends in Mathematical Science, 1, 2021.
  • Effect of Contention Windows Size in Binary Exponential Backoff Algorithm
    2015 Second International Conference on Advances in Computing and Communication Engineering, 2015.
  • Energy-Efficient Clean and Green IT: Concepts and Approaches
    International Journal of Smart Home, 9(6), 65-70, 2015.
  • Soil Nutrient Analysis and Automatic Monitoring in Precision Agriculture
    Communications in Soil Science and Plant Analysis, 2024.
  • Identification of Personality Traits by Machine Learning Analysis of Signatures and Handwriting
    SN Computer Science, 5(5), 497, 2024.
  • Enhancing Feature Extraction in Plant Image Analysis through a Multilayer Hybrid DCNN
    International Journal of Intelligent Systems and Applications in Engineering, 2023.
  • Increasing Growth of Agriculture Using Efficient Wireless Sensor Network Systems
    (Details missing; please provide the publication venue and year for completion).

 

Li He | Land | Best Researcher Award

Assist. Prof. Dr Li  He |  Land |  Best Researcher Award

Lecturer at  Hunan Normal University, China

Dr. Li He is a Lecturer at Hunan Normal University. She holds a Ph.D. in Public Policy from the City University of Hong Kong and a Master’s degree from Beijing Normal University. Her research focuses on urban governance, environmental economics, and sustainable urbanization. Dr. He has received several academic awards, including the Outstanding Doctoral Research Award in 2023. She has published over 10 papers in leading journals, such as Cities and Environmental Impact Assessment Review. Additionally, she is a reviewer for multiple SSCI journals and will soon serve as a guest editor for a Q1 SSCI indexed journal.

 

Publication Profile

Academic Background:

Dr. Li He is a Lecturer at Hunan Normal University. She earned her Ph.D. from the College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences, City University of Hong Kong, and holds a Master’s degree from Beijing Normal University. Her research achievements have earned her multiple awards, including the Outstanding Doctoral Research Award and Outstanding Research Thesis Award in 2023.

Research Focus:

Dr. He specializes in public policy, urban governance, environmental economics, and sustainable urbanization. She has participated in several national and provincial-level research projects and has published over 10 journal papers and book chapters. Her work often employs economic modeling to explore urban policy and sustainability.

Publications:

Dr. He has contributed to notable publications such as:

  • Cities (SSCI Indexed, IF=6.7)
  • Environmental Impact Assessment Review (SSCI Indexed, IF=7.9)
  • Sustainability (SCIE & SSCI Indexed, IF=3.9)

Publication Top Note:

  • Assessing the Impact of Pollution on Urban Scale in China: A New Perspective from Residents’ Health
    Sustainability, 2023-11
    DOI: 10.3390/su152215984
    Contributors: Li HE, Xukun Zhang
  • 中国省份要素替代弹性估计及增长效应研究
    中国经济问题, 2022-07
    DOI: 10.19365/j.issn1000-4181.2022.04.09
    Contributors: Li HE, 吕光明
  • Examining the Relations of Income Inequality and Carbon Productivity
    Sustainable Production and Consumption, 2022-05
    DOI: 10.1016/j.spc.2022.01.027
    Contributors: Mengbing Du, Li HE, Mengxue Zhao, Jie Wang, Yu Cao, Heng Li
  • The Distribution Effect of Urbanization
    Habitat International, 2022-05
    DOI: 10.1016/j.habitatint.2022.102544
    Contributors: Li HE, Xiaoling Zhang
  • Policies for Science, Technology, and Innovation
    Innovation Management and Growth in Emerging Economies, 2021
    DOI: 10.4018/978-1-7998-4195-1.ch004
    Contributors: Li HE, Xukun Zhang
  • Heterogeneity of the Environmental Kuznets Curve across Chinese Cities
    Ecological Indicators, 2021-11
    DOI: 10.1016/j.ecolind.2021.108128
    Contributors: Li HE, Xiaoling Zhang, Yaxue Yan
  • Farmland Rental Participation, Agricultural Productivity, and Household Income
    Land, 2021-09
    DOI: 10.3390/land10090899
    Contributors: Wenjing Han, Zhengfeng Zhang, Xiaoling Zhang, Li HE