Thiyagarajan T | Plant | Best Researcher Award

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Dr Thiyagarajan T | Plant |  Best Researcher Award

Research Associate |  ICAR- IIRr |  India

Dr. Thiyagarajan Thulasinathan is committed to exploring various facets of natural science and applying his expertise to benefit society. His passion lies in utilizing scientific knowledge to serve the community and contribute to sustainable development.

Publication profile

Educational Qualifications:

  • Ph.D. (Agricultural Biotechnology) – Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore (2016-2021) – 87.40%
  • M.Sc. (Agricultural Biotechnology) – Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore (2008-2010) – 83.90%
  • B.Sc. (Agriculture) – Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore (2004-2008) – 83.00%

Work Experience:

  • Research Associate, ICAR-National Academy of Agricultural Research Management (NAARM), Hyderabad (2022-2023)
  • Contract Scientist and Research Associate-III, ICAR-National Institute of Plant Biotechnology (NIPB), New Delhi (2021-2022)
  • Research Fellow, Gyeongsang National University, South Korea (2011-2015)
  • Senior Research Fellow, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore (2011)

Key Research Contributions:

  • Development of genome-edited rice plants with resistance to rice blast
  • Genetic fidelity testing for various crops including banana, potato, and sugarcane
  • Pioneered research on developing multiple stress-tolerant rice varieties through marker-assisted backcross breeding (MABB)

Training Programs Attended:

  • Gene Editing & Technology Management in Agriculture, NAARM (2023)
  • Application of Bioinformatics in Accelerating Agricultural Research, NAARM (2023)
  • Genetic Fidelity Testing, ICAR-NIPB (2022)

Awards and Recognitions:

  • Dr. S. Robin Memorial Award for Best Ph.D. Thesis in Rice Molecular Biology (2024)
  • Best Ph.D. Thesis Award, ITAHAS-2023 (2023)
  • Young Scientist Award, Global Challenges of Food and Agriculture (2023)
  • Multiple awards for poster presentations and research excellence between 2010-2019

Research Work Experience:

Focused on plant biotechnology, especially rice molecular biology, and multiple stress tolerance. He standardized protocols for somatic embryogenesis, developed rice lines resistant to biotic and abiotic stresses, and conducted extensive phenotypic screenings for resistance traits.

Ph.D. Research: Developed multiple stress-tolerant versions of rice variety CO 51 through Genomics-Assisted Breeding. Developed rice lines resistant to drought, salinity, submergence, phosphorus starvation, and various diseases using QTLs/genes.

Research Metrics:

  • Citations: 108 (by 105 documents)
  • Publications: 10
  • h-index: 4

Publication top notes

  • Genetic Enhancement of Blast and Bacterial Leaf Blight Resistance in Rice Variety CO 51 through Marker-Assisted Selection
    Subburaj, S., Thulasinathan, T., Sakthivel, V., Swaminathan, M., Muthurajan, R.
    Agriculture (Switzerland), 2024, 14(5), 693
  • Unveiling the Distribution of Free and Bound Phenolic Acids, Flavonoids, Anthocyanins, and Proanthocyanidins in Pigmented and Non-Pigmented Rice Genotypes
    Avinash, G., Sharma, N., Prasad, K.R., Pagidipala, N., Thulasinathan, T.
    Frontiers in Plant Science, 2024, 15, 1324825
  • Plant Stomata: An Unrealized Possibility in Plant Defense against Invading Pathogens and Stress Tolerance
    Meddya, S., Meshram, S., Sarkar, D., Savani, A.K., Thulasinathan, T.
    Plants, 2023, 12(19), 3380
  • Marker Assisted Introgression of Resistance Genes and Phenotypic Evaluation Enabled Identification of Durable and Broad-Spectrum Blast Resistance in Elite Rice Cultivar, CO 51
    Thulasinathan, T., Ayyenar, B., Kambale, R., Swaminathan, M., Muthurajan, R.
    Genes, 2023, 14(3), 719
  • Development of Biotic Stress Resistant Version of CO 51 Rice Cultivar through Marker Assisted Introgression of Major Genes, Pi9 and Xa21
    Subburaj, S., Thulasinathan, T., Viswabharathy, S., Manonmani, S., Raveendran, M.
    Electronic Journal of Plant Breeding, 2023, 14(3), pp. 1035–1043
  • Harnessing Parent-Offspring Regression Analysis to Develop High-Yielding Submergence Tolerant Lines of Oryza sativa L.
    Viswabharathy, S., Thulasinathan, T., Subburaj, S., Kalaimagal, T., Raveendran, M.
    Electronic Journal of Plant Breeding, 2023, 14(2), pp. 675–686
  • Current Status of Bioinformatics Resources of Small Millets
    Thulasinathan, T., Jain, P., Yadav, A.K., Sevanthi, A.M., Solanke, A.U.
    Omics of Climate Resilient Small Millets, 2022, pp. 221–234
  • Evaluation of Blast Resistance Genes Pi9 and Pi54 in Rice Against Local Isolates of Tamil Nadu
    Thulasinathan, T., Kambale, R., Ayyenar, B., Manonmani, S., Muthurajan, R.
    Electronic Journal of Plant Breeding, 2020, 11(4), pp. 1153–1158
  • Pyramiding QTLs Controlling Tolerance Against Drought, Salinity, and Submergence in Rice through Marker Assisted Breeding
    Muthu, V., Abbai, R., Nallathambi, J., Ayyenar, B., Muthurajan, R.
    PLoS ONE, 2020, 15(1), e0227421
  • Limited Addition of the 6-Arm β-1,2-Linked N-Acetylglucosamine (GlcNAc) Residue Facilitates the Formation of the Largest N-Glycan in Plants
    Yoo, J.Y., Ko, K.S., Seo, H.-K., Lee, S.Y., Lee, K.O.
    Journal of Biological Chemistry, 2015, 290(27), pp. 16560–16572

 

 

Uma Chaurasiya | Medicinal plant | Women Researcher Award

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Dr Uma Chaurasiya | Medicinal plant |  Women Researcher Award

Research Scholar at  Jiwaji University, Gwalior,  India

Dr. Uma Chaurasiya, born on August 1, 1990, is a distinguished researcher in the field of Botany, currently based in Pune, Maharashtra. She earned her Ph.D. in Botany from Jiwaji University, Gwalior in 2024, with a focus on the phytochemical analysis and antifungal screening of the post-harvest pathogen Colletotrichum capsici using selected plant extracts. Her M.Phil. was completed at Dr. B.R. Ambedkar University, Uttar Pradesh in 2015, where she investigated iron and manganese-induced physiological and biochemical changes in Brassica nigra seedlings.

Profile:

🎓 Education:

  • Ph.D. (Botany), Jiwaji University, Gwalior (2024)
    Topic: Phytochemical Analysis and Antifungal Screening of Colletotrichum capsici
  • M.Phil. (Botany), Dr. B.R. Ambedkar University, Uttar Pradesh (2015)
    Topic: Iron and Manganese-Induced Changes in Brassica nigra Seedlings
  • M.Sc. (Botany), Dr. B.R. Ambedkar University, Uttar Pradesh (2013)
  • B.Sc. (Botany, Zoology, Chemistry), Dr. B.R. Ambedkar University, Uttar Pradesh (2011)

🏆 Awards:

  • CSIR-UGC JRF (2015)
  • Best Oral Presentation and Poster Awards at National and International Conferences

🛠 Skills & Expertise:

  • Natural product isolation and application
  • Antimicrobial assay techniques
  • Plant metabolome extraction and identification
  • Plant-microbe interactions
  • Ethnobotany and Agricultural Botany

Publication Top Notes:

  • Modern Era of Microbial Biotechnology: Opportunities and Future Prospects
    DK Maurya, A Kumar, U Chaurasiya, T Hussain, SK Singh
    Microbiomes and Plant Health, pp. 317-343, 2021
  • Medicinal Plant Extracts Enhanced the Shelf Life of Chilli Fruits Against the Anthracnose Disease Through Defense Modulation
    U Chaurasiya, MK Solanki, S Patel
    Biochemical Systematics and Ecology, 107, 104604, 2023
  • The Effect of Colchicine on Vicia faba and Chrysanthemum carinatum (L.) Plants and Their Cytogenetical Study
    KS Kushwah, S Patel, U Chaurasiya, MB Wani
    Vegetos, 34, pp. 432-438, 2021
  • Iron Induce Different Changes at Different Stages of the Development of Brassica nigra
    U Chaurasiya, S Patel, RK Agnihotri
    Discov Nat, 12, pp. 77-81, 2018
  • Antifungal Activity of Peristrophe paniculata Against Colletotrichum capsici
    U Chaurasiya, UMACS PATEL*
    Life Science Bulletin, 16 (1&2), pp. 209-212, 2019
  • Microbial Intervention in Waste Remediation for Bio-Energy Production
    U Chaurasiya, A Joshi, A Kumar, W Merkle, HJ Nägele, DK Maurya, …
    Current Research Trends and Applications in Waste Management, pp. 163-190, 2023
  • ‘Omics’ Approaches for Structural and Functional Insights of ‘Waste to Energy’ Microbiome
    A Kumar, Neeraj, U Chaurasiya, DK Maurya, S Basu, A Kumar, S Patel, …
    Current Research Trends and Applications in Waste Management, pp. 371-402, 2023
  • Endorsement of Antifungal Properties of Medicinal Plants Extract in Post-Harvest Diseases Management of Colletotrichum capsici
    U Chaurasiya
    International Journal of Botany Studies, 6 (Issue 5), pp. 913-920, 2021
  • Effect of Iron and Manganese Induced Heavy Metals Stress on Physiological Changes in Vegetative Growth of Brassica nigra
    U Chaurasiya, RK Agnihotri, R Sharma
    Research Journal of Agricultural Sciences, 7 (3), pp. 555-557, 2016
  • Biochemical Changes in Seedlings of Brassica nigra Imposed by Iron and Manganese Induced Heavy Metals Stress
    U Chaurasiya, RK Agnihotri, R Sharma
    IndianJournals.com, 6 (1), pp. 47-53, 2016
  • Phytochemical Analysis and Antifungal Screening of Post-Harvest Pathogen Colletotrichum capsici by the Use of Selected Plant Extracts
    U Chaurasiya
    Gwalior

 

Paria Alizadeh | Plants | Best Researcher Award

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Mrs Paria Alizadeh |  Plants |  Best Researcher Award

Department of Phytochemistry, Medicinal Plants and Drugs Research Institute, Shahid Beheshti University, Iran

Paria Alizadeh holds a bachelor’s degree in applied chemistry and a master’s degree in phytochemistry. Currently, she is pursuing her Ph.D. in phytochemistry at Shahid Beheshti University, focusing on the separation and enrichment of natural products and medicinal plants. She has developed significant expertise in this field through her academic journey and ongoing research.

Profile:

Research and Innovations:

Paria is actively engaged in her dissertation, which centers on the formulation of medicinal plants. Her research work includes one published paper in the Industrial and Crops Journal. Additionally, she has collaborated as a research assistant at the Drug Applied Research Center of Tabriz University, further enriching her research experience.

Professional Memberships:

Paria is a dedicated member of the Iranian Chemical Society, contributing to the scientific community through her involvement in professional organizations.

Areas of Research:

Her primary research interests lie in the separation and enrichment of natural products and medicinal plants, aiming to harness their potential for medicinal and therapeutic applications.

 

Meisam Mohammadi | Horticulture Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Dr Meisam Mohammadi | Horticulture Sciences |  Best Researcher Award

Faculty member, assistant professor at  ilam university, Iran

Dr. Meisam Mohammadi earned his PhD in Physiology and Breeding of Ornamental Plants in 2018. He has been a dedicated faculty member at Ilam University since 2014, serving as an assistant professor since 2019. His research focuses on crop physiology, stress responses, and post-harvest technology. Dr. Mohammadi has led 32 research projects, published 26 journals, and holds a local patent. He also serves as the internal manager of the Iranian Journal of Vegetable Sciences and is involved in 20 collaborative projects. His work addresses salt stress, chilling in crops, and postharvest physiology.

Profile:

Academic Background:

PhD in Physiology and Breeding of Ornamental Plants (2018)

Professional Experience:

Since 2014, Dr. Mohammadi has been a lecturer and researcher at Ilam University. He became an assistant professor in 2019 and has led multiple projects on crop physiology, stress, and post-harvest management.

Research Focus in Horticulture Sciences:

  • Salt Stress: Investigating the effects of salt stress on crop physiology and finding ways to mitigate its impact on plant growth and productivity.
  • Chilling Injury: Studying the physiological responses of crops to chilling temperatures and developing strategies to protect plants from cold damage.
  • Post-Harvest Physiology: Examining the physiological processes of crops after harvest to improve storage, quality, and shelf-life of horticultural products.

Publication Top Notes:

1. Impact of Gibberellic Acid and Calcium Chloride Treatments on Neck Bending Prevention and Vase Life Extension of Gerbera Cut Flowers

  • Journal: Journal of Plant Growth Regulation
  • Date: April 2024
  • DOI: 10.1007/s00344-023-11164-z
  • Contributors: Meisam Mohammadi, Mohammad-Ebrahim Ranjbar, Ghasem Eghlima

2. β-Aminobutyric Acid Enhances Salt Tolerance of African Marigold by Increasing Accumulation Rate of Salicylic Acid, γ-Aminobutyric Acid, and Proline

  • Journal: Scientia Horticulturae
  • Date: March 2024
  • DOI: 10.1016/j.scienta.2023.112828
  • Contributors: Rafid Majeed Hussein, Meisam Mohammadi, Ghasem Eghlima, Mohammad-Ebrahim Ranjbar, Faisal Zulfiqar

3. Pre-harvest Spray of GABA and Spermine Delays Postharvest Senescence and Alleviates Chilling Injury of Gerbera Cut Flowers During Cold Storage

  • Journal: Scientific Reports
  • Date: December 2021
  • DOI: 10.1038/s41598-021-93377-4
  • Contributors: Meisam Mohammadi, Mitra Aelaei, Mehdi Saidi

4. Antibacterial Properties of Scrophularia Striata Boiss. (Tashenehdari) Extract on Vase Life Improvement in “Stanza” and “Pink Elegance” Gerbera Cut Flowers

  • Journal: Biocatalysis and Agricultural Biotechnology
  • Date: September 2020
  • DOI: 10.1016/j.bcab.2020.101738
  • Contributors: Meisam Mohammadi, Mitra Aelaei, Mehdi Saidi

5. Pre-harvest and Pulse Treatments of Spermine, γ- and β-Aminobutyric Acid Increased Antioxidant Activities and Extended the Vase Life of Gerbera Cut Flowers ‘Stanza’

  • Journal: Ornamental Horticulture
  • Date: June 2020
  • DOI: 10.1590/2447-536x.v26i2.2120
  • Contributors: Meisam Mohammadi, Mitra Aelaei, Mehdi Saidi