Muhammad Zakaria Hossain | Agricultural Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Dr Muhammad Zakaria Hossain |  Agricultural Engineering |  Best Researcher Award

Scientific Officer at  Bangladesh Agricultural Research Institute, Gazipur,  Bangladesh

Muhammad Zakaria Hossain has been serving as a Scientific Officer at BARI since 2012. His research focuses on precision agriculture, farm machinery, and renewable energy, with notable contributions to developing IoT-based agricultural systems and robotic mowers for orchard management. He has published 11 journal articles and a book chapter, earning recognition such as the Best Paper Award at the 63rd Annual Meeting of the Japanese Weed Society (2024). With over 12 years of experience, Zakaria has led multiple innovative projects, presented at international conferences, and completed advanced training programs, including a 7-month JICA training in Japan.

 

Publication Profile

📚 Academic and Professional Background:

Muhammad Zakaria Hossain has been a Scientific Officer at BARI since 2012, focusing on precision agricultural techniques for sustainable crop production. His PhD research explored robotic mowers for orchard floor management. With over 12 years of experience, he has published 11 journal articles and a book chapter in reputable platforms like Wiley and MDPI.

🚜 Research and Innovations:

He has led and contributed to various projects, including developing IoT-based systems, solar-powered machinery, and automated agricultural tools. Notable projects include the Farm Machinery Technology Development Project (2020–2025) and the Smallholder Agricultural Competitiveness Project (2024).

🌟 Achievements:

  • Best Paper Award at the 63rd Annual Meeting of the Japanese Weed Society (2024).
  • Presented research at 11 conferences, including ASABE AIM (2021).
  • Completed advanced training programs, including a 7-month JICA training in Japan.

🛠️ Areas of Expertise:

Precision agriculture, farm machinery, renewable energy, UAV imagery, and sensor-embedded systems.

🌐 Professional Memberships:

Member of ASABE, Bangladesh Society of Agricultural Engineers, Japanese Society of Farm Work Research, and JICA Alumni Association Bangladesh.

Publication Top Note:

  • Hanging as a method of suicide: Retrospective analysis of postmortem cases
    M Ahmad, MZ Hossain
    Journal of Armed Forces Medical College, Bangladesh, 2010
  • Design and development of solar dryer for chilli drying
    MZ Hossain, MA Hossain, MA Awal, MM Alam, A Rabbani
    International Journal of Research, 2015
  • Weed management and economic analysis of a robotic lawnmower: A case study in a Japanese pear orchard
    MZ Hossain, M Komatsuzaki
    Agriculture, 2021
  • Performance evaluation of a cabinet solar dryer for drying red pepper in Bangladesh
    MZ Hossain, MM Alam, MFB Hossain, MSH Sarker, MA Awal, N Jahan
    Journal of Agricultural Engineering, 2018
  • Design of a new beneficial single-axis automatic controlled solar tracker
    MRI Sarker, RA Beg, MZ Hossain, MT Islam
    Proceedings of the 11th APM, 2006
  • Drying and dehydration kinetics of ginger
    MM Alam, MZ Hossain, M Aktar, MS Islam, Z Hasan
    International Journal of Innovation and Applied Studies, 2014
  • Robotic lawnmower saves labor and operation costs in a pear (Pyrus pyrifolia) orchard
    MZ Hossain, K Takahashi, M Komatsuzaki
    Japanese Journal of Farm Work Research, 2020
  • Rehydration characteristics of dried summer onion
    MM Alam, MZ Hossain, MN Islam
    International Journal of Research, 2014
  • Optimization of the year‐round mowing schedule of a robotic lawnmower in a Japanese pear orchard
    MZ Hossain, S Watanabe, T Okayama, M Komatsuzaki
    Weed Biology and Management, 2022
  • Risk of High Systolic Blood Pressure among the Air Crew in Bangladesh Air Force
    MM Rahman, MA Wahab, MZ Hossain, MM Yasin, NKBG Quddus
    Journal of Armed Forces Medical College, Bangladesh, 2021
  • Osmotic development of value-added garlic products through dehydration and mechanical drying
    M Alam, MZ Hossain, W Ahmed, S Nahar
    Scientia, 2017
  • Architecture program structure in Bangladesh: A critical study
    M Ahsan, SI Raj, M Hossain, A Kundu
    International Seminar on Architecture: Education, Practice and Research, 2012
  • The need to incorporate ergonomics in smart agriculture and organic farming in agricultural and biological engineering education
    M Komatsuzaki, MZ Hossain, NS Dewi
    Agricultural, Biosystems, and Biological Engineering Education, 2024
  • RTK-UAV monitoring of oat cover crop termination by a straight-bar roller-crimper amid weeds
    MZ Hossain, M Komatsuzaki
    2021 ASABE Annual International Virtual Meeting, 2021
  • Design and development of a low-cost power tiller operated potato harvester for small farmers, Bangladesh
    MZHKKS MI Hossain
    Bangladesh Journal of Agricultural Engineering, 2016
  • Computer vision technique for optimum nitrogen application in rice
    MZ Hossain, MM Alam, MA Haque, A Rahman, MA Awal
    International Journal of Research (IJR), 2014
  • Impact study of a generation-rich island and development of auto load shedding scheme to improve service reliability
    M Hossain, MS Alam, MI Hossain, MQ Ahsan
    1st International Conference on Electrical Engineering and Information, 2014
  • Study of impacts on operation of island and frequency-based auto load shedding to improve service reliability using CYME PSAF
    M Hossain, H Rahman, MQ Ahsan
    7th International Conference on Electrical and Computer Engineering, 2012
  • Effects of gibberellic acid and indole-3-acetic acid on growth, development, and yield of Arahar plants (Cajanus Cajan (L.) millsp. cultivar 76013)
    R Parveen, SN Hossin, F Hossain, M Hossain
    Bangladesh Journal of Life Sciences, 1994
  • 日本のナシ果樹園におけるロボット芝刈り機の評価と草刈りの最適化
    MZ Hossain

 

Samuel Alemayehu | Agriculture | Best Researcher Award

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Dr Samuel Alemayehu | Agriculture |  Best Researcher Award

Mekelle university,  Ethiopia

Dr. Samuel Alemayehu Lapiso is an accomplished academic and researcher specializing in Plant Breeding and Seed Systems. He earned his Ph.D. from Mekelle University in 2023, with a focus on the diversity of storage molds and mycotoxins in chickpea and sesame in Ethiopia. With a Master’s degree in Microbiology from Hawassa University and a Bachelor’s in Biology from Haramaya University, he has a robust educational foundation. Dr. Lapiso has held various academic roles at Mekelle University since 2009, including Assistant Professor and Lecturer. His research interests include post-harvest loss management, mycotoxin contamination, and microbial quality analysis of food and water. He has contributed significantly to community service through training programs on safer agricultural practices and has published numerous articles in reputable journals. Dr. Lapiso is also a member of several professional societies, including the Ethiopian Society for Microbiology and the American Geoscience Union.

Publication Profile

Educational Background:

  • Ph.D. in Plant Breeding and Seed Systems (2017-2023), Mekelle University (GPA: 3.97/4.00)
    Research Topic: Diversity of Storage Molds and Mycotoxins in Chickpea and Sesame in Ethiopia
  • M.Sc. in Microbiology (2010-2012), Hawassa University (GPA: 3.48/4.00)
    Thesis: Investigation of Colletotrichum spp. on Mango and Banana in Southern Ethiopia
  • B.Sc. in Biology (2003-2006), Haramaya University (GPA: 3.26/4.00)
    Project: Microbiological Quality of Drinking Water in Bati Haramaya
  • Higher Diploma in Teaching Profession (2009), Mekelle University

Professional Experience:

  • Assistant Professor (2015-Present), Mekelle University
  • Lecturer (2012-2015), Mekelle University
  • Graduate Assistant (2009-2012), Mekelle University
  • Assistant Coordinator, Feed the Future Innovation Lab for Post-Harvest Loss Reduction, Ethiopia (Since 2018)
  • Biology Teacher, Mudulla Senior Secondary School, Tembaro District (2006-2008)

Research Interests:

Samuel specializes in post-harvest loss management, particularly mycotoxin contamination in pulse and oil crops. His expertise includes molecular-based identification of toxigenic microbial species, mycotoxin detection and management, and microbial quality analysis of food and water.

Professional Memberships:

  • American Geoscience Union (AGU) (2023-Present)
  • Ethiopian Society for Microbiology (ESM) (2016-Present)
  • Biological Society of Ethiopia (BSE) (2014-Present)
  • Ethiopian Society of Postharvest Management (2019-Present)

Publication Top Notes

Occurrence and Levels of Mycotoxins in On-Farm-Stored Sesame in Major Growing Districts of Ethiopia
Agriculture, 2024-02
DOI: 10.3390/agriculture14030372
Authors: Samuel Alemayehu, Fetien Abay Abera, Kiros-Meles Ayimut, Jagger Harvey, Rizana Mahroof, Subramanyam Bhadriraju, Jonathan Ulmer, Richard Edema
Source: Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute

 

Amira Ibrahim | Crop Evolution | Best Researcher Award

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Assist Prof Dr Amira Ibrahim |  Crop Evolution |  Best Researcher Award

Faculty of Science Arish University at  Botany and Microbiology Department, Faculty of science, Arish University, Egypt

Dr. Amira Abdallah Ibrahim Ahmed is an Assistant Professor of Plant Genetics in the Botany Department at Arish University, Egypt. Born on July 7, 1985, in Aga, Dakahlia, she has dedicated her career to advancing research in plant genetics. As a single Muslim woman, Dr. Ahmed embraces her identity while contributing to the scientific community. Her work focuses on understanding the genetic basis of plant traits, which is crucial for agricultural improvement and sustainability.

Publication Profile

Education:

  1. B.Sc. in Botany-Chemistry (2006), Faculty of Science, Mansoura University.
  2. M.Sc. in Basic Science (Botany) – Genetics and Plant Cytology (2012), Faculty of Science, Mansoura University.
  3. Ph.D. in Basic Science (Botany) – Genetics and Plant Cytology (2018), Faculty of Science, Mansoura University.

Research Interests:

Dr. Amira specializes in plant genetics and cytology, with a particular focus on biocontrol agents, phytochemical analysis, molecular markers, plant stress responses, and crop improvement under environmental stresses.

Publication Top Notes

  1. Biochemical Characterization and Disease Control Efficacy of Pleurotus eryngii-Derived Chitosan
    An In Vivo Study against Monilinia laxa, the Causal Agent of Plum Brown Rot
    Published: 2024-09-17
    DOI: 10.3390/plants13182598
    Contributors: Ippolito Camele, Amira A. Mohamed, Amira A. Ibrahim, Hazem S. Elshafie
  2. Analysis of Genetic Diversity, Population Structure, and Phylogenetic Relationships of Rice (Oryza sativa L.) Cultivars Using Simple Sequence Repeat (SSR) Markers
    Published: 2024-06
    DOI: 10.1007/s10722-023-01789-0
    Contributors: Khaled F. M. Salem et al. (including Amira A. Ibrahim)
  3. Association Study Between Some Cultivated Species and Their Wild Relatives from Apiaceae, Asteraceae, and Brassicaceae Families Based on Molecular and DNA Barcoding in Egypt
    Published: 2024-03
    DOI: 10.1007/s10722-023-01681-x
    Contributors: Nerveen M. Essa, Amira A. Ibrahim, Magda I. Soliman
  4. Characterization and Comparative Genomic Analyses of Complete Chloroplast Genome on Trema orientalis L.
    Published: 2024-03
    DOI: 10.1007/s10722-023-01678-6
    Contributors: Amira A. Ibrahim et al.

 

Xue Qu | Agricultural Resources | Best Researcher Award

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Dr Xue Qu |  Agricultural Resources |  Best Researcher Award

Lecturer at  School of Management/Chengdu University of Information Technology, China

Dr. Xue Qu is a distinguished researcher at the School of Management, Chengdu University of Information Technology. She holds a bachelor’s and master’s degree from China Agricultural University and a doctoral degree from the University of Tokyo, funded by the China Scholarship Council. Her research focuses on agricultural resources, the environment, and food security, with specific interest in food loss and waste, agriculture outsourcing services, and resource and environmental footprints. Dr. Qu has published 12 papers in reputed journals such as Applied Economics and the Journal of Integrative Agriculture. She has participated in several significant projects funded by the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs and the State Administration of Grain. Dr. Qu’s work offers valuable insights into agricultural outsourcing’s impact on harvest losses, contributing empirical evidence for regulating moral hazards in these services as agricultural marketization expands in the future.

Profile:

🎓 Academic and Professional Background:

Dr. Xue Qu is currently affiliated with the School of Management at Chengdu University of Information Technology. She earned her bachelor’s and master’s degrees from China Agricultural University and her doctoral degree from the University of Tokyo under the China Scholarship Council’s funding. Her research interests span agricultural resources and environment, food security, food loss and waste, agriculture outsourcing service, and resource and environmental footprint. She has published 12 papers in esteemed journals such as Applied Economics, Journal of Integrative Agriculture, and Agriculture.

🔬 Research and Innovations:

Dr. Qu has been involved in several significant research projects, including the “Technology System for Modern Agricultural Industry—Rabbit Industry” funded by the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs, and “Research on the Investigation and Evaluation Technology of Post-harvest Loss and Waste of Grain” funded by the State Administration of Grain.

📚 Publications and Contributions:

Dr. Qu has contributed significantly to the academic community with her research on rice harvest losses, food security, and agricultural sustainability. Her notable works include articles published in high-impact journals like Applied Economics and Agriculture, where she explores the effects of farming scale, mechanization, and outsourcing services on harvest losses in China. Additionally, she has authored a book chapter on field harvest losses in China.

🏆 Achievements and Recognitions:

With 94 citations on Google Scholar, Dr. Qu’s research has garnered attention and impact in her field. Her work provides empirical evidence on the moral hazards associated with agricultural outsourcing services, a crucial insight as the marketization of agricultural production continues to expand.

🌱 Areas of Research:

  • Food Security
  • Food Economy
  • Agricultural Sustainability

🤝 Collaborations and Memberships:

Dr. Qu collaborates with notable researchers such as Laping Wu, Daizo Kojima, Mitsuyoshi Ando, Yi Luo, Dong Huang, and Fangfang Cao, contributing to advancements in agricultural research.

Publication Top Notes:

  • Can Harvest Outsourcing Services Reduce Field Harvest Losses of Rice in China?
    QU Xue, D Kojima, Y Nishihara, L Wu, A Mitsuyoshi
    Journal of Integrative Agriculture, 20(5), 1396-1406, 2021 (Citations: 39)
  • The Losses in the Rice Harvest Process: A Review
    X Qu, D Kojima, L Wu, M Ando
    Sustainability, 13(17), 9627, 2021 (Citations: 16)
  • Impact of Rice Harvest Loss by Mechanization or Outsourcing: Comparison of Specialized and Part-Time Farmers
    X Qu, D Kojima, Y Nishihara, L Wu, M Ando
    Agricultural Economics/Zemědělská Ekonomika, 66(12), 2020 (Citations: 12)
  • Effects of Different Harvesting Ways on Grain Loss: Based on the Field Survey of 3251 Rural Households in China
    X LI, D HUANG, X QU, J ZHU
    Journal of Natural Resources, 35(5), 1043-1054, 2020 (Citations: 6)
  • Do Farming Scale and Mechanization Affect Moral Hazard in Rice Harvest Outsourcing Service in China?
    X Qu, D Kojima, L Wu, M Ando
    Agriculture, 12(8), 1205, 2022 (Citations: 5)
  • A Study of Rice Harvest Losses in China: Do Mechanization and Farming Scale Matter?
    X Qu, D Kojima, Y Nishihara, L Wu, M Ando
    Japanese Journal of Agricultural Economics, 23, 83-88, 2021 (Citations: 5)
  • Rice Harvest Losses Caused by Agency Slack in China: A Mediation Analysis
    X Qu, D Kojima, L Wu, M Ando
    Applied Economics, 55(10), 1129-1141, 2023 (Citations: 2)
  • An Inverse Relationship between Farm Size and Rice Harvest Loss: Evidence from China
    Y Luo, D Huang, X Qu, L Wu
    Land, 11(10), 1760, 2022 (Citations: 2)
  • Impacts of Work Attitude of Outsourcing Services on Food Losses: Evidence from Rice Harvest in China
    X Qu, D Kojima, L Wu, M Ando
    International Food and Agribusiness Management Review, 25(4), 587-599, 2022 (Citations: 1)
  • Does Outsourcing Skimp Work Attitude? Comparative Analysis between Business and Part-Time Farmers in China
    X Qu, D Kojima, L Wu, M Ando
    Japanese Journal of Farm Management, 60(2), 41-46, 2022 (Citations: 1)
  • Does Outsourcing Skimp Work Attitude?
    Q Xue, K Daizo, W Laping, A Mitsuyoshi
    Agricultural Economics Research, 60(2), 41-46, 2022
  • Harvest Loss Rate of Sweet Potato and Its Influencing Factors
    HY Han Yan, QX Qu Xue, HD Huang Dong, WLP Wu LaPing
    Southwest China Journal of Agricultural Sciences, 2019

 

Radwa El-Behairy | Agricultural Sustainability | Best Researcher Award

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Ms. Radwa El-Behairy | Agricultural Sustainability | Best Researcher Award

PhD student, Tanta University, Egypt

Radwa Abdullah Ahmed Abdullah El-Behairy is a dedicated PhD student at the Faculty of Agriculture, Tanta University, Egypt. Her research focuses on integrating AI and GIS to evaluate soil quality and crop suitability in arid areas, aiming to enhance food security sustainably. In addition to her studies, she serves as an assistant lecturer at the Higher Institute for Agricultural Cooperation in Shubra El Kheima.

Profile

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Education 🎓

Radwa Abdullah Ahmed Abdullah El-Behairy is a dedicated scholar in the field of agricultural and soil sciences. She earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Agricultural Science from Tanta University, Egypt, in 2017. Building on her foundational knowledge, she pursued a Master of Science in Soil Science, also at Tanta University, which she completed in 2021. Currently, Radwa is a Ph.D. student at the same institution, where she is focusing on integrating artificial intelligence and geographic information systems to evaluate soil quality and crop suitability in arid areas. Her academic journey is marked by a strong commitment to advancing agricultural practices and sustainability through innovative research methodologies.

Experience 🏫

Radwa Abdullah Ahmed Abdullah El-Behairy is an Assistant Lecturer at the Higher Institute for Agricultural Cooperation in Shubra El Kheima and a PhD student at the Faculty of Agriculture, Tanta University, Egypt. Her research focuses on integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to evaluate soil quality and crop suitability in arid regions. With a solid background in soil science and agricultural science, Radwa has published seven research articles, contributing valuable insights into soil management and crop optimization. Her work aims to enhance agricultural productivity and sustainability through innovative technologies.

Research Interests 🔍

Radwa Abdullah Ahmed Abdullah El-Behairy’s research interests encompass a broad spectrum of fields related to agricultural and environmental sciences. Her primary focus is on agricultural sustainability and pedology, where she explores methods to enhance the resilience and productivity of agricultural systems. She employs remote sensing and GIS technologies to monitor and analyze soil and water resources, integrating these with modeling of irrigation water quality to improve resource management. Her work also addresses environmental contamination through advanced artificial intelligence techniques, contributing to assessments of crop suitability and soil quality. Radwa’s expertise in machine learning and deep learning further supports her efforts to develop innovative solutions for optimizing agricultural practices and ensuring environmental sustainability.

Awards 🏆

Training in the research project “Monitoring land and water productivity through remote sensing WaPOR II”

Publications Top Notes 📚

An Accurate Approach for Predicting Soil Quality Based on Machine Learning in Drylands Agriculture, 2024-04-18 | link

A Novel Approach for Predicting Heavy Metal Contamination Based on Adaptive Neuro-Fuzzy Inference System and GIS in an Arid Ecosystem Agronomy, 2023-07-15 | link

Artificial Intelligence Integrated GIS for Land Suitability Assessment of Wheat Crop Growth in Arid Zones to Sustain Food Security Agronomy, 2023-04-29 |link

Assessment of Potential Heavy Metal Contamination Hazards Based on GIS and Multivariate Analysis in Some Mediterranean Zones Agronomy, 2022-12-19 | link

Combination of GIS and Multivariate Analysis to Assess the Soil Heavy Metal Contamination in Some Arid Zones
Agronomy, 2022-11-16 | link

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Maryam Yousefi | Sustainable Agriculture | Best Researcher Award

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Dr Maryam Yousefi |  Sustainable Agriculture |  Best Researcher Award

Postdoc at  ZALF,  Germany

Dr. Maryam Yousefi is a prominent researcher specializing in environmental science and agricultural sustainability. She is currently a postdoctoral researcher at the Leibniz Centre for Agricultural Landscape Research (ZALF) in Berlin, Germany, focusing on “Living Labs in Agricultural Landscapes” under the supervision of Prof. Frank Ewert. Previously, she worked at ETH Zurich’s Institute of Terrestrial Ecosystems, where she explored “Enhancing biodiversity & resilience in crop production,” supervised by Prof. Jaboury Ghazoul and Prof. Johan Six.

Profile:

🎓 Education:

  • Ph.D. in Environmental Science
    Shahid Beheshti University, Iran
    2015-2021

    • Visitor, Autonomous University of Barcelona, Spain (2018-2019)
  • M.S. in Natural Resource Engineering – Land Use Planning and Assessment
    Birjand University, Iran
    2010-2012
  • B.S. in Natural Resource Engineering – Environmental Science
    Hakim Sabzevari University, Iran
    2008-2010
  • A.S. in Environmental Science
    Birjand University, Iran
    2004-2006

🏆 Honors and Awards:

  1. Ranked 1st among B.S. students in Environmental Science, Hakim Sabzevari University.
  2. Granted direct admission to M.S. program by Birjand University’s Talent Student Office.
  3. Active member of the Young Researchers Club (2010-2018).
  4. Ranked 3rd among ~2000 participants in the Iranian Ph.D. entrance exam.

🔬 Academic and Project Experience:

  • Collaborator – Environmental Impact Assessment Guidelines (Iran)
    2020-2021
  • Project Manager – Agricultural Planning (Qazvin Province, Iran)
    2020
  • Project Manager – Land Use Planning (Gilan & Qazvin Provinces, Iran)
    2015-2018
  • Research Assistant – Shahid Beheshti University, Tehran, Iran
    2016-2017
  • Lecturer – Payam Noor University, Iran
    2013

🌿 Sustainable Agriculture Research Focus:

    • Biodiversity & Resilience: Enhancing biodiversity and resilience in crop production systems to improve sustainability and productivity.
    • Ecosystem Services: Evaluating and optimizing ecosystem services provided by agricultural landscapes, such as pest control and soil health.
    • Agri-environmental Schemes: Assessing the effectiveness of intercropping and other agri-environmental schemes to support sustainable farming practices.
    • Living Labs: Implementing and studying living labs in agricultural landscapes to test and promote sustainable agricultural practices.
    • Landscape Ecological Modeling: Using landscape ecological models to understand and manage landscape carrying capacity and environmental impacts of agricultural activities.
    • Social-Ecological Systems: Exploring the interactions between social and ecological systems to develop integrated approaches for sustainable land use and management.

Citations:

  • Total Citations: 255
  • Citations Since 2019: 235
  • h-index: 9
  • i10-index: 9

Publication Top Notes:

  • Modelling Landscape Ecological Assessments of Land Use and Cover Change Scenarios: Application to the Bojnourd Metropolitan Area (NE Iran)
    • Authors: A Darvishi, M Yousefi, J Marull
    • Journal: Land Use Policy
    • Citations: 62
    • Year: 2020
  • Convenient Landfill Site Selection by Using Fuzzy Logic and Geographic Information Systems: A Case Study in Bardaskan, East of Iran
    • Authors: A Khorram, M Yousefi, SA Alavi, J Farsi
    • Journal: Health Scope
    • Citations: 45
    • Year: 2015
  • Land Use Change Detection Using Remote Sensing and Artificial Neural Network: Application to Birjand, Iran
    • Authors: M Ahmadizadeh, M Yousefi
    • Journal: Computational Ecology and Software
    • Citations: 28
    • Year: 2014
  • An Energy-Landscape Integrated Analysis to Evaluate Agroecological Scarcity
    • Authors: M Yousefi, A Darvishi, R Padró, S Barghjelveh, NM Dinan, J Marull
    • Journal: Science of the Total Environment
    • Citations: 21
    • Year: 2020
  • Assessing Levels, Trade-offs, and Synergies of Landscape Services in the Iranian Province of Qazvin: Towards Sustainable Landscapes
    • Authors: A Darvishi, M Yousefi, NM Dinan, P Angelstam
    • Journal: Landscape Ecology
    • Citations: 16
    • Year: 2022
  • Comparison of Two Biophysical Indicators Under Different Landscape Complexity
    • Authors: M Yousefi, A Darvishi, E Tello, S Barghjelveh, NM Dinan, J Marull
    • Journal: Ecological Indicators
    • Citations: 14
    • Year: 2021
  • Assessment and Spatial Planning of Landscape Ecological Connectivity for Biodiversity Management (Case Study: Qazvin Province)
    • Authors: A Darvishi, NM Dinan, S Barghjelveh, M Yousefi
    • Journal: Iranian Journal of Applied Ecology
    • Citations: 14
    • Year: 2020
  • Investigating the Effect of Socio-economic Disturbance Resulting from Human Activities on Landscape Ecological Function Using HANPP Index (Case Study: Qazvin Province)
    • Authors: A Darvishi, M Yousefi, NM Mobarghei Dinan
    • Journal: Journal of Natural Environment
    • Citations: 13
    • Year: 2020
  • Evaluating the Correlation Between Pollination Ecosystem Service and Landscape Pattern Metrics (Case Study: Qazvin Province)
    • Authors: A Darvishi, M Yousefi, DN Mobargae
    • Journal: Iranian Journal of Applied Ecology
    • Citations: 10
    • Year: 2021
  • Assessment of Light Pollution in Bojnord City Using Remote Sensing Data
    • Authors: A Khorram, M Yousefi, M Fardad
    • Journal: International Journal of Environmental Health Engineering
    • Citations: 6
    • Year: 2014

 

Kuradusenge Martin | Crop Yield | Best Researcher Award

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Dr  Kuradusenge  Martin |  Crop Yield  |  Best Researcher Award

Lecturer at  University of Rwanda, Rwanda

Dr. Martin Kuradusenge is a lecturer at the University of Rwanda’s College of Science and Technology, School of ICT, Department of Computer and Software Engineering. He holds a PhD in Internet of Things (Wireless Intelligent Sensor Network) from the University of Rwanda. Additionally, he earned a Master’s degree in Communications Management (2009) and a BSc. degree in Computer Engineering and Information Technology (2002) from the University of Rwanda (formerly Kigali Institute of Science and Technology). He also possesses a Postgraduate Certificate in Learning and Teaching in Higher Education from the University of Rwanda, College of Education.

Profile

🎓 Education:

PhD in Internet of Things (University of Rwanda), MSc in Communications Management, BSc in Computer Engineering and Information Technology.

🌍 Research:

Currently leads projects on IoT-based crop yield prediction and early warning systems for natural disasters. He has published extensively, notably on machine learning applications in agriculture and environmental management.

Research Focus Crop Yield:

Dr. Martin Kuradusenge’s research includes a focus on Crop Yield prediction using IoT and machine learning models. He applies these technologies to enhance agricultural productivity and food security, particularly in Rwanda. His work integrates data-driven approaches to optimize crop management and mitigate environmental risks affecting yields.

Citations:

  • Total Citations: 158
  • Citations Since 2019: 156
  • h-index: 4
  • i10-index: 3

📄 Publication:

  • Crop yield prediction using machine learning models: Case of Irish potato and maize
    • Published in Agriculture, 2023
  • Rainfall-induced landslide prediction using machine learning models: The case of Ngororero District, Rwanda
    • Published in International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 2020
  • Comparison of random forest and support vector machine regression models for forecasting road accidents
    • Published in Scientific African, 2023
  • Experimental Study of Site‐Specific Soil Water Content and Rainfall Inducing Shallow Landslides: Case of Gakenke District, Rwanda
    • Published in Geofluids, 2021
  • SMART-CYPS: An intelligent Internet of Things and Machine Learning powered crop yield prediction system for food security
    • Published in 2024
  • Risks Reduction of Rainfall-Induced Landslides-A Site-Specific Early Warning System (SSEWS)
    • Published in ICT Systems and Sustainability, 2022
  • Revolutionizing Coffee Farming: A Mobile App with GPS-Enabled Reporting for Rapid and Accurate On-Site Detection of Coffee Leaf Diseases Using Integrated Deep Learning
    • Published in Software, 2024
  • Predictive modelling and alert system for rainfall induced landslides
    • Published by University of Rwanda (College of Science and Technology), 2022