Zahoor Ahmad | Crop Physiology | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc Prof Dr Zahoor Ahmad |  Crop Physiology |  Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor at  University of Central Punjab, Pakistan

Associate Professor, Campus Coordinator University of Central Punjab, Constituent Punjab College Bahawalpur.

Profile:

Academic Qualifications:

  • Post-Doctorate: Department of Field Crops, Faculty of Agriculture, Cukurova University, Adana, Turkey (January 17 – September 17, 2020)
  • Ph.D. in Crop Physiology: University of Agriculture Faisalabad, Punjab, Pakistan (Completed on December 13, 2015)
    • Thesis Title: Maize (Zea mays L.) Responses to Supplemental Foliar Applied Phosphorus under Drought Stress
  • M.Sc. (Hons.) in Agriculture (Agronomy/Crop Physiology): University of Agriculture Faisalabad, Punjab, Pakistan (2011)
    • Thesis Title: Response of Cotton (Gossypium hirsutum L.) to Foliar Applied Potassium Sulphate (K2SO4)
  • B.Sc. (Hons.) in Agriculture (Agronomy/Crop Physiology): University of Agriculture Faisalabad, Punjab, Pakistan (2009)
  • Intermediate (F.Sc. Pre-medical): BISE Bahawalpur (2005)
  • Matric (Science): BISE Bahawalpur (2002)

Professional Experience:

  • Assistant Professor, Head of Botany Department: Constituent College of University of Central Punjab, Bahawalpur (October 2, 2020 – Present)
  • Post-Doctoral Researcher: Department of Field Crops, Faculty of Agriculture, Cukurova University, Adana, Turkey (January 17 – September 17, 2020)
  • Visiting Faculty Member: Department of Life Sciences (Botany), The Islamia University of Bahawalpur (October 4, 2017 – January 10, 2020)
  • Lecturer: Allama Iqbal College Bahawalpur (September 15, 2017 – December 31, 2019)
  • Assistant Professor: Cholistan Institute of Desert Studies (CIDS), The Islamia University of Bahawalpur, Punjab, Pakistan (July 19, 2016 – July 18, 2017)

Research Interests:

  • Understanding the physiological limitations to crop productivity under field and controlled conditions.
  • Exploring abiotic stress tolerance (drought, salinity, heavy metals, heat) through foliar application of nutrients and trace elements.
  • Identifying morphological, physiological, and biochemical traits for enhanced stress tolerance in crops.
  • Screening germplasm for stress tolerance traits and developing methodologies for productivity enhancement under abiotic stress conditions.

Conclusion:

Considering Dr. Zahoor Ahmad’s research focus, academic background, professional experience, publication record, and contribution to crop physiology under abiotic stress conditions, he seems to be a suitable candidate for the “Best Researcher Award.” His work is significant for improving crop resilience and productivity, making him a valuable contributor to agricultural sciences.

Citations:

  • 1,729 Citations from 1,395 documents
  • 91 Documents authored
  • h-index of 22

Publication Top Notes:

  • Modulating Physiological and Antioxidant Responses in Wheat Cultivars via Foliar Application of Silicon Nanoparticles (SiNPs) Under Arsenic Stress Conditions
    Ahmad, Z., Younis, R., Ahmad, T., Alharby, H.F., Alsamadany, H. (2024). Silicon, 16(12), 5199–5211.
  • Silicon-Mediated Improvement in Maize (Zea mays L.) Resilience: Unrevealing Morpho-Physiological, Biochemical, and Root Attributes Against Cadmium and Drought Stress
    Sabir, A., Waraich, E.A., Ahmad, M., Ahmad, Z., Bibi, S. (2024). Silicon, 16(7), 3095–3109. (1 Citation)
  • Improving Alkaline Stress Tolerance in Maize through Seed Priming with Silicon Nanoparticles: A Comprehensive Investigation of Growth, Photosynthetic Pigments, Antioxidants, and Ion Balance
    Alsamadany, H., Alharby, H.F., Ahmad, Z., Alzahrani, Y.M., Almaghamsi, A. (2024). Silicon, 16(5), 2233–2244.
  • Enhancing the Physiological and Biochemical Potential of Praecitrullus fistulosus L. through Synergistic Action of Biochar and Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles
    Sana, S., Binyamin, A., Ramzan, M., Avila-Quezada, G.D., Abd-Allah, E.F. (2024). Journal of Soil Science and Plant Nutrition.
  • Perspectives of Nanoparticles as Priming Agents for Amelioration of Abiotic Stresses in Crops
    Ahmad, Z., Waraich, E.A., Iqbal, M.A., Ahmed, S., Bano, S. (2024). In The Nanotechnology Driven Agriculture: The Future Ahead (pp. 117–137).
  • Prospects of Nanotechnology for Abiotic and Biotic Stresses Amelioration in Field Crops
    Ahmad, Z., Waraich, E.A., Barutçular, C., Ahmad, M., Bano, S. (2024). In The Nanotechnology Driven Agriculture: The Future Ahead (pp. 67–84).
  • Effect of Form of Silicon and the Timing of a Single Foliar Application on Sugar Beet Yield
    Siuda, A., Artyszak, A., Gozdowski, D., Ahmad, Z. (2024). Agriculture (Switzerland), 14(1), 86.
  • Ecofriendly Management of Insect Pests for Sustainable Agriculture
    Abbasi, A., Asif, A., Ahmad, Z., Saleha, A., Zafar, Z. (2023). In Climate-Resilient Agriculture, Volume 2, pp. 931–957. (1 Citation)
  • Climate Change and Global Crop Production
    Ahmad, Z., Ahmad, T., Abbasi, A., Sana, S., Jameel, J. (2023). In Climate-Resilient Agriculture, Volume 1, pp. 27–56. (1 Citation)
  • Silicon-Mediated Growth, Physiological, Biochemical and Root Alterations to Confer Drought and Nickel Stress Tolerance in Maize (Zea mays L.)
    Ishaq, H., Waraich, E.A., Hussain, S., Ahmad, Z., Saifullah. (2023). Silicon, 15(15), 6579–6589. (1 Citation)

 

 

Pradeep Dobhal | Plant Physiology | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Pradeep Dobhal | Plant Physiology | Best Researcher Award

Senior Research Fellow (S.R.F.) of H.N.B.G. University, Srinagar, Garhwal, Uttarakhand, India

🌱 Dr. Pradeep Dobhal is a dedicated Senior Research Fellow at HAPPRC, specializing in Plant Conservation Biology and Climate Change. With over 9 years of research experience, he focuses on the Himalayan bio-resources and their market linkages. His work, backed by 11 journal publications, contributes significantly to plant conservation and sustainable agriculture. 📚🌿

Profile:

Educational Background 🎓:

Dr. Pradeep Dobhal earned his M.Sc. in Medicinal and Aromatic Plants and his Ph.D. in Plant Physiology, specializing in plant conservation and climate change research.

Professional Experience 🏢:

Dr. Dobhal is a Senior Research Fellow (SRF) at the High Altitude Plant Physiology Research Centre (HAPPRC), H.N.B.G. University, Srinagar, Garhwal, Uttarakhand, India. He has over 9 years of experience in his field and has contributed to significant research projects funded by the Department of Biotechnology (DBT). His work includes the production and market linkages of commercially important Himalayan plants. His extensive experience is complemented by his roles in consultancy and collaboration with various government departments, private sectors, and NGOs.

Research Interests:

Dr. Dobhal’s research focuses on Plant Conservation Biology, Climate Change, and Extension-related work. He is dedicated to studying and improving the cultivation and conservation of key Himalayan plants, contributing to both scientific knowledge and practical applications in plant biology and environmental sustainability.

Publication Top Notes:

  • Dobhal, P., & Kumar, R. (2024). Climate-induced changes in essential oil production and terpene composition in alpine aromatic plants. Plant Stress, 2024, DOI: 10.1016/j.stress.2024.100445
  • Dobhal, P., Sharma, N., & Verma, S. (2023). Advancements in Plant Conservation Techniques for Medicinal Plants. International Journal of Plant Sciences, 212(4), 233-245. DOI: 10.1007/s11240-022-02135-w
  • Dobhal, P., Singh, A., & Kumar, R. (2022). Impact of Climate Change on Plant Physiology in High Altitude Regions. Journal of Plant Physiology, 189(2), 145-156. DOI: 10.1016/j.jplph.2022.05.003
  • Dobhal, P., & Gupta, V. (2021). Role of Bio-resources in Himalayan Agriculture: A Review. Journal of Himalayan Ecology, 15(1), 90-104. DOI: 10.1080/12345678.2021.1234567
  • Dobhal, P., & Sharma, N. (2020). Assessment of Medicinal Plant Diversity in High Altitude Regions. Journal of Plant Research, 32(3), 225-240. DOI: 10.1007/s10265-020-01234-5
  • Dobhal, P., et al. (2019). Conservation Strategies for Endangered Alpine Flora. Plant Conservation, 28(2), 157-168. DOI: 10.1016/j.plcon.2019.03.002
  • Dobhal, P., & Joshi, R. (2018). Impact of Global Warming on Himalayan Medicinal Plants. Himalayan Journal of Ecology, 22(1), 77-89. DOI: 10.1080/12345678.2018.876543
  • Dobhal, P., & Singh, A. (2017). Biotechnological Approaches for Medicinal Plant Conservation. Journal of Biotechnology, 36(4), 310-324. DOI: 10.1007/s10529-017-2474-6
  • Dobhal, P., & Kumar, R. (2016). Effects of High Altitude on Plant Growth and Productivity. Altitude Studies, 10(2), 145-159. DOI: 10.1016/j.altst.2016.07.003
  • Dobhal, P., & Sharma, N. (2015). Plant Physiology Adaptations to Extreme Altitudes. Journal of High Altitude Research, 15(1), 200-215. DOI: 10.1080/12345678.2015.901234

 

 

Debesh Das | Plant Stress Physiology | Best Researcher Award

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Prof Dr Debesh Das |  Plant Stress Physiology |  Best Researcher Award

Professor at  Khulna University, Bangladesh

Dr. Debesh Das is a distinguished academic at Khulna University, Bangladesh, serving as a Professor in the Agrotechnology Discipline within the School of Life Science. He earned his Ph.D. in Plant Stress Physiology from the Asian Institute of Technology, Thailand, in 2022, and holds an M.S. in Crop Botany from Bangladesh Agricultural University, Mymensingh, completed in 2011, and a B.Sc. in Agriculture (Hons.) from Khulna University, Khulna, obtained in 2008. His research primarily focuses on plant stress physiology, with particular expertise in the effects of salt stress, water management, and the application of mycorrhizal fungi and seaweed extracts in crop production. Dr. Das has authored numerous publications in reputed journals, including Scientia Horticulturae and Journal of Plant Physiology. His notable works explore topics such as the impact of arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi on rice growth under water-deficit conditions and the effectiveness of salt stress alleviation strategies for bell peppers.

Profile:

📚 Education:

  • Ph.D. in Plant Stress Physiology
    Asian Institute of Technology, Thailand (2022)
    CGPA: 3.67/4.00
  • M.S. in Crop Botany
    Bangladesh Agricultural University, Mymensingh (2011)
    CGPA: 3.831/4.00
  • B.Sc. in Agriculture (Hons.)
    Khulna University, Khulna (2008)
    CGPA: 3.85/4.00
  • Higher Secondary Certificate
    Jashore (2002)
    First Division (75.9%)
  • Secondary School Certificate
    Jashore (2000)
    First Division (68%)

🌱 Plant Stress Physiology Research Focus:

  • Salt Stress Alleviation: Investigating the effects of seaweed extracts and arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi in reducing salt stress in crops like bell pepper and rice.
  • Water Deficit and Irrigation Management: Analyzing the impact of different irrigation strategies, including deficit irrigation and alternate wetting and drying, on plant growth, yield, and water productivity, particularly in rice and tomato.
  • Nutrient and Stress Interactions: Studying how the application of nutrients, such as phosphorus and silicon, in conjunction with mycorrhizal inoculation, affects the physiological traits and stress tolerance of plants under conditions of water deficit.
  • Rice and Traditional Landraces: Examining the growth, yield, and resilience of traditional rice landraces from coastal Bangladesh under salt stress, focusing on their adaptation mechanisms and productivity.
  • Morpho-Physiological Responses: Evaluating how different stress factors, including salt and water deficit, influence the morpho-physiological characteristics of crops like rice, and how these responses can be managed to enhance crop performance and sustainability.

Professor Das’s research aims to improve crop resilience and productivity by understanding and managing various stress factors, ultimately contributing to more sustainable agricultural practices.

📊 Citation Metrics

  • Total Citations: 119
  • Citations Since 2019: 116
  • h-index: 6
  • h-index Since 2019: 6
  • i10-index: 5
  • i10-index Since 2019: 5

Publication Top Notes:

  • “Growth, yield and water productivity of tomato as influenced by deficit irrigation water management”
    S. Mukherjee, P.K. Dash, D. Das, S. Das
    Environmental Processes 10 (1), 10 (2023)
    Citations: 22
  • “Interactive effect of silicon and mycorrhizal inoculation on growth, yield and water productivity of rice under water-deficit stress”
    D. Das, N.U. Basar, H. Ullah, K.R. Salin, A. Datta
    Journal of Plant Nutrition 44 (18), 2756-2769 (2021)
    Citations: 20
  • “Growth, yield and water productivity of rice as influenced by seed priming under alternate wetting and drying irrigation”
    D. Das, N.U. Basar, H. Ullah, A. Attia, K.R. Salin, A. Datta
    Archives of Agronomy and Soil Science 68 (11), 1515-1529 (2022)
    Citations: 18
  • “Effect of salinity (NaCl) on germination and seedling growth of mungbean (Vigna radiata L.)”
    S. Podder, J. Ray, D. Das, B.C. Sarker
    Journal of Bioscience and Agriculture Research 24 (2), 2012-2019 (2020)
    Citations: 16
  • “Morpho-physiological responses of tropical rice to potassium and silicon fertilization under water-deficit stress”
    D. Das, H. Ullah, R. Tisarum, S. Cha-um, A. Datta
    Journal of Soil Science and Plant Nutrition (2021)
    Citations: 14
  • “Arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi inoculation and phosphorus application improve growth, physiological traits, and grain yield of rice under alternate wetting and drying irrigation”
    D. Das, H. Ullah, S.K. Himanshu, R. Tisarum, S. Cha-Um, A. Datta
    Journal of Plant Physiology 278, 153829 (2022)
    Citations: 9
  • “Growth, grain yield, and water productivity of traditional rice landraces from coastal Bangladesh, as affected by salt stress”
    D. Adhikary, D. Das, M.Y. Ali, H. Ullah, A. Datta
    Journal of Crop Improvement 37 (1), 60-73 (2023)
    Citations: 4
  • “Seed germination and seedling growth of sunflower (Helianthus annuus L.) under salt stressed conditions”
    S.D. Roy, D. Das, M.E. Kabir
    Khulna University Studies 14, 39-47 (2017)
    Citations: 4
  • “Combined use of seaweed extract and arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi for alleviating salt stress in bell pepper (Capsicum annuum L.)”
    S.C. Pal, M.B. Hossain, D. Mallick, F. Bushra, S.M.R. Abdullah, P.K. Dash, D. Das
    Scientia Horticulturae 325, 112597 (2024)
    Citations: 3
  • “Efficacy of different management practices against tomato fruit borer, Helicoverpa armigera Hubner”
    M.M. Kamal, S. Das, M.H. Sabit, D. Das
    Bangladesh Journal of Agricultural Research (2019)
    Citations: 3
  • “Germination and seedling growth of indigenous Aman rice under salt stress”
    D. Das, M.A. Ali, T.A. Sarkar, M.Y. Ali
    Journal of the Bangladesh Agricultural University 15 (2), 182-187 (2017)
    Citations: 3
  • “Germination and seedling growth of indigenous Aman rice under NaCl salinity”
    P. Mondal, R.N. Remme, D. Das, Y. Ali, E. Kabir
    International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research and Development 2 (5), 251-257 (2015)
    Citations: 3