David Hidalgo | Biological pest control | Best Researcher Award

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Mr David Hidalgo | Biological pest control |  Best Researcher Award

Investigador Agropecuario at  Instituto Nacional de Investigaciones Agropecuarias INIAP, Ecuador

David Adrián Hidalgo Mata is an accomplished agricultural engineer and entomologist specializing in biological pest control. He earned his degree in Agricultural Engineering in 2004 from Universidad de las Fuerzas Armadas (ESPE) in Ecuador and later pursued a Master of Science in Entomology, graduating from the National Agrarian University La Molina (UNALM) in Peru in 2019. David’s research focuses on developing sustainable pest management methods, including biological control tools, the rearing of predatory and parasitoid insects, and the use of entomopathogenic nematodes and fungi. His notable publications, such as the Manual for the Production of Entomopathogenic Fungi and Quality Analysis of Bioformulated Products, reflect his commitment to advancing eco-friendly pest control solutions. Recognized internationally, David was selected as a USDA Foreign Agricultural Service Scientific Exchange Program fellow, conducting impactful research on tick control technologies at North Carolina State University. He is an active member of both the Entomological Society of Ecuador and the Entomological Society of Peru, contributing to the advancement of agricultural science in Latin America.

 

Publication Profile

🔬 Academic Background:

  • 2004: Graduated with a degree in Agricultural Engineering from Universidad de las Fuerzas Armadas (ESPE), Ecuador.
  • 2019: Completed a Master of Science in Entomology from the National Agrarian University La Molina (UNALM), Peru.

🌱 Research Focus:

David’s work centers on innovative biological control methods in agriculture, specializing in the development of:

  • Biological control tools
  • Rearing of predatory and parasitoid insects
  • Use of entomopathogenic nematodes and fungi for pest management

🏅 Awards and Recognition:

David was selected as a fellow in the USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service Scientific Exchange Program (SEP), where he conducted research on tick control technologies at North Carolina State University under the mentorship of Dr. R. Michael Roe.

Publication Top Notes

  • Non-Chemical Control of Nymphal Longhorned Tick, Haemaphysalis longicornis Neumann 1901 (Acari: Ixodidae), Using Diatomaceous Earth
    Authors: DWWRMR Reuben A. Garshong, David Hidalgo, Loganathan Ponnusamy
    Insects, Vol. 15, Issue 11, Page 14, 2024
  • Optimization of Solid Substrates for the Production of Conidia of Beauveria spp. and Isaria spp.
    Authors: JMR Suarez, JPS Pazmiño, GAG Mendoza, MEN Parraga, HMD Adrian
    Emerging, Vol. 4, Issue 2, Page 16, 2024
  • Ovicidal Effect of Beauveria spp. on Rhipicephalus microplus Tick Eggs in Greenhouses
    Authors: KDL Sangucho, GAG Mendoza, RRÁ Vaca, MEN Parraga, DAH Mata
    Emerging, Vol. 4, Issue 2, Page 14, 2024
  • Tick Control Using Beauveria bassiana Strain INIAP L3B3 in Combination with Organic and Chemical Molecules
    Authors: LMH Montero, ABR Peláez, GAG Mendoza, MEN Parraga, HMD Adrian
    Emerging, Scientific Magazine, Vol. 4, Issue 2, Page 14, 2024
  • International Scientists Conduct Climate Smart Research at NC State
    CIPN North Carolina State University, 2023
  • Entomopathogenic Fungi for Tick Control
    YouTube Video, 2023
  • Manual for the Production of Entomopathogenic Fungi and Quality Analysis of Bioformulations
    Authors: D. Hidalgo, C. Tello
    INIAP Repository, 2022
  • Obtaining Entomopathogenic Fungi
    YouTube Video, 2022
  • Production of Entomopathogenic Fungi
    YouTube Video, 2022
  • Development of Biopesticides Based on Entomopathogenic Fungi
    YouTube Video, 2022
  • Breeding of Insects for the Production of Biological Control Agents
    YouTube Video, 2022
  • Plant Protection Laboratory – Soldier Fly
    YouTube Video, 2021
  • Development of a Pelleting Methodology for Beauveria bassiana with Peruvian Inputs
    Author: D.A. Hidalgo Mata
    National Agrarian University La Molina, 2019

 

Reza Mohammadi | Pest Control | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc Prof Dr Reza Mohammadi |  Pest Control |  Best Researcher Award

Scientist at Agricultural Biotechnology Research institute of Iran

Dr. Reza Mohammadi Associate Professor, Department of Genomics Agricultural Biotechnology Research Institute of Iran (ABRII), North-West and West Region, Tabriz, Iran

Publication Profile

Educational Background:

  • Ph.D. in Genetics (Molecular Biology and Biotechnology), University of the Philippines Los Baños (2008-2012)
    Thesis: Genetic components and QTL analysis of salinity tolerance at reproductive stage in rice
  • M.Sc. in Plant Breeding, Isfahan University of Technology, Iran (1999-2002)
  • B.Sc. in Agronomy and Plant Breeding, Azad University of Tabriz, Iran (1994-1996)

Professional Experience:

  • Scientist, ABRII (2012–present)
    Focus: Genetic potential in perennial grasses, tissue culture, and micro-propagation.
  • Affiliate Ph.D. Scholar, International Rice Research Institute (IRRI), Philippines (2008-2012)
    Focus: Genetic components and QTL mapping for salinity tolerance in rice.

Awards:

  • Outstanding Researcher, Isfahan Province (2007)
  • Outstanding Researcher, East Azarbaijan Province (2013)
  • Best Speaker and Best Poster, National Scientific Events (2003)

Research Impact:

  • Citations: 448 (362 since 2019)
  • h-index: 10 (9 since 2019)
  • i10-index: 11 (8 since 2019)

Publication Top Notes

  • Mapping Quantitative Trait Loci Associated with Yield and Yield Components Under Reproductive Stage Salinity Stress in Rice (Oryza sativa L.).
    R. Mohammadi, M.S. Mendioro, G.Q. Diaz, G.B. Gregorio, R.K. Singh. Journal of Genetics 93 (3), 433-443. (2013)
    Citations: 102
  • Genetic Analysis of Salt Tolerance at Seedling and Reproductive Stages in Rice (Oryza sativa).
    R. Mohammadi, M.S. Mendioro, G.Q. Diaz, G.B. Gregorio, R.K. Singh. Plant Breeding 133 (5), 548-559. (2014)
    Citations: 66
  • Establishment of an Efficient In Vitro Propagation Protocol for Sumac (Rhus coriaria L.) and Confirmation of the Genetic Homogeneity.
    S. Amiri, R. Mohammadi. Scientific Reports 11 (173), 1-9. (2021)
    Citations: 37
  • Genetic Structure and Diversity Analysis of Tall Fescue Populations by EST-SSR and ISSR Markers.
    Z. Shahabzadeh, R. Mohammadi, R. Darvishzadeh, M. Jafari. Molecular Biology Reports. DOI: 10.1007/s11033-019-05173-z. (2019)
    Citations: 34
  • Antifungal Activity of Potential Probiotic Limosilactobacillus fermentum Strains and Their Role Against Toxigenic Aflatoxin-Producing Aspergilli.
    Y. Mahjoory, R. Mohammadi, M.A. Hejazi, Y. Nami. Scientific Reports 13 (1), 388. (2023)
    Citations: 20
  • ISSR-Based Study of Fine Fescue (Festuca ovina L.) Highlighted the Genetic Diversity of Iranian Accessions.
    R. Mohammadi, B. Panahi, S. Amiri. Cytology and Genetics 54 (3), 257-263. (2020)
    Citations: 18
  • The Effects of Cytokinin and Auxin Interactions on Proliferation and Rooting of Seedless Grapevine (Vitis vinifera L.) cv. ‘Sultanine’.
    S. Amiri, R. Mohammadi, R. Akbari. Erwerbs-obstbau 61. (2019)
    Citations: 16
  • Effect of Plant Growth Regulator Combination on Direct In Vitro Regeneration of Persian Lilac (Melia azedarach L.).
    S. Amiri, B. Panahi, R. Mohammadi, F. Fattahi. Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, India, Section B. (2019)
    Citations: 16
  • Phenotyping Protocols for Salinity and Other Problem Soils.
    J.A. Egdane, N.A. Vispo, R. Mohammadi, J. Amas, M.L. Katimbang, J.D. Platten, et al. Los Banos, Philippines: International Rice Research Institute 7 (8). (2003)
    Citations: 12
  • Cytogenetic and Crossability Studies in Hulled Wheat Collected from Central Zagros in Iran.
    A. Sheibanirad, A. Mirlohi, R. Mohammadi, P. Ehsanzadeh, et al. Plant Systematics and Evolution 300, 1895-1901. (2014)
    Citations: 11
  • Quantification of Ergovaline Using HPLC and Mass Spectrometry in Iranian Neotyphodium-Infected Tall Fescue.
    A. Sobhani Najafabadi, M.R. Mofid, R. Mohammadi, S. Moghim. Research in Pharmaceutical Sciences 5 (2), 135-143. (2010)
    Citations: 10
  • The Effect of Plant Growth Regulators on Hawthorn (Crataegus sp.) In Vitro Direct Regeneration and Confirmation of the Genetic Fidelity.
    S. Amiri, R. Mohammadi. Plant Biosystems 154 (6), 786-791. (2020)
    Citations: 9
  • Investigation of Genetic Variation in Tall Wheat Grass (Agropyron elongatum (Host) Beauv.) Populations.
    R. Mohammadi, M. Khayyam-Nekouei, A.F. Mirlohi, K. Razmjoo. Iranian Journal of Rangelands and Forests Plant Breeding and Genetic 14 (3). (2006)
    Citations: 9
  • Isolation, Characterization, and Expression Profiling of Nucleoside Diphosphate Kinase Gene from Tall Fescue (Festuca arundinaceae Schreb.) (FaNDPK) Under Stress Conditions.
    Z. Shahabzadeh, R. Darvishzadeh, R. Mohammadi, M. Jafari. Plant Molecular Biology Reporter 38, 175-186. (2020)
    Citations: 8
  • Genetic Variation and Heritability of Several Quantitative Traits in Selected Genotypes of Tall Fescue.
    R. Mohammadi, M. Khayyam-Nekouei, A.F. Mirlohi. Iranian Journal of Rangelands and Forests Plant Breeding and Genetic 14 (3). (2009)
    Citations: 8
  • Estimation of Yield Potential and Genetic Variation of Orchard Grass Genotypes (Dactylis glomerata).
    R. Mohammadi, M. Khayyam-Nekouei, M.M. Majidi, A.F. Mirlohi. Electronic Journal of Crop Production (EJCP) 3 (2), 139-158. (2010)
    Citations: 6
  • Investigation of Genetic Variation in Bromus inermis Leyss. Populations.
    R. Mohammadi, M. Khayyam-Nekouei, A.F. Mirlohi, K. Razmjoo. Journal of Rangelands and Forests Plants Breeding and Genetic Research 14 (3). (2006)
    Citations: 6
  • Genetic Diversity and Structure of Superior Spring Frost Tolerant Genotypes of Persian Walnut (Juglans regia L.) in East Azerbaijan Province of Iran, Characterized by Molecular Markers.
    H. Abbasi Holasou, H. Mohammadzadeh Jalaly, R. Mohammadi, B. Panahi. Genetic Resources and Crop Evolution 70 (2), 539-548. (2023)
    Citations: 5
  • Investigation of Genetic Diversity of Forage Yield and Morphological Traits in Tall Fescue (Festuca arundinacea Schreb.) Populations.
    H. Shahabzadeh, Z. Mohammadi, R. Darvishzadeh, M. Jafari, A. Alipour. Iranian Journal of Rangelands and Forests Plant Breeding and Genetic 14 (3). (2020)
    Citations: 5
  • Genetic Variability in Different Accessions of Agropyron Based on Morphological Traits.
    B. Rahnemoun, H. Hatami Maleki, R. Mohammadi. Modares Journal of Biotechnology 9 (4), 517-523. (2018)
    Citations: 5