Elham Shadkam | Agriculture | Best Researcher Award

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Dr Elham Shadkam |  Agriculture |  Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor at  Khayyam University,  Iran

Dr. Elham Shadkam is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Industrial Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Khayyam University, Mashhad, Iran. She holds a Ph.D. in Industrial Engineering from Isfahan University of Technology, where she specialized in simulation optimization for multi-objective problems in supply chain management.

Profile:

🎓 Education:

  • Ph.D. in Industrial Engineering – Isfahan University of Technology (2015) 🏅
    Thesis: Simulation Optimization for Multi-Objective Problems in Supply Chain Management
  • M.Sc. in Industrial Engineering – K.N. Toosi University of Technology (2010) 🏆
  • B.Sc. in Industrial Engineering – Sadjad University of Technology (2007) 🎖️

💼 Professional Experience:

  • Assistant Professor, Khayyam University (2013–Present)
  • Former Head & Deputy Head, Industrial & Mechanical Engineering Department, Khayyam University (2014–2023)
  • Visiting Fellow, University of New South Wales (UNSW), Australia (2023–2024) 🌍
  • Research Assistant, Strategic Planning Initiative in Construction Management, UNSW (2024)

🏆 Achievements & Recognition:

  • Top Researcher at Khayyam University (2021) 🥇
  • Ranked 1st in MSc & BSc programs in Industrial Engineering 🏅
  • Member of the Young Researchers Club (Brilliant Talents) ✨
  • Exceptional Academic Performance: Ranked in top 0.2% (MSc) & 0.5% (BSc) in National Exams 🎯

Citations:

Citations: 708 (645 since 2020)
h-index: 16 (16 since 2020)
i10-index: 20 (19 since 2020)

Publication Top Notes:

  • A novel artificial intelligent approach: Comparison of machine learning tools and algorithms based on optimization DEA Malmquist productivity index for eco-efficiency evaluation
    M. Mirmozaffari, E. Shadkam, S.M. Khalili, K. Kabirifar, R. Yazdani, …
    International Journal of Energy Sector Management, 15(3), 523-550 (2021) – Citations: 70

  • Cuckoo optimization algorithm in reverse logistics: A network design for COVID-19 waste management
    E. Shadkam
    Waste Management & Research, 40(4), 458-469 (2022) – Citations: 65

  • An integrated strategic framework for large-scale crop planning: Sustainable climate-smart crop planning and agri-food supply chain management
    A. Hajimirzajan, M. Vahdat, A. Sadegheih, E. Shadkam, H. El Bilali
    Sustainable Production and Consumption, 26, 709-732 (2021) – Citations: 49

  • A novel hybrid parametric and non-parametric optimisation model for average technical efficiency assessment in public hospitals during and post-COVID-19 pandemic
    M. Mirmozaffari, R. Yazdani, E. Shadkam, S.M. Khalili, L.S. Tavassoli, …
    Bioengineering, 9(1), 7 (2021) – Citations: 47

  • Developing a novel integrated generalised data envelopment analysis (DEA) to evaluate hospitals providing stroke care services
    M. Mirmozaffari, E. Shadkam, S.M. Khalili, M. Yazdani
    Bioengineering, 8(12), 207 (2021) – Citations: 42

  • Evaluation the efficiency of cuckoo optimization algorithm
    E. Shadkam, M. Bijari
    arXiv preprint arXiv:1405.2168 (2014) – Citations: 41

  • Multi-objective simulation optimization for selection and determination of order quantity in supplier selection problem under uncertainty and quality criteria
    E. Shadkam, M. Bijari
    The International Journal of Advanced Manufacturing Technology (2015) – Citations: 39

  • A hybrid COA-constraint method for solving multi-objective problems
    E. Shadkam, N. Jahani
    arXiv preprint arXiv:1509.08302 (2015) – Citations: 34

  • VCS and CVS: New combined parametric and non-parametric operation research models
    M. Mirmozaffari, R. Yazdani, E. Shadkam, L.S. Tavassoli, R. Massah
    Sustainable Operations and Computers, 2, 36-56 (2021) – Citations: 32

  • An integrated artificial intelligence model for efficiency assessment in pharmaceutical companies during the COVID-19 pandemic
    M. Mirmozaffari, R. Yazdani, E. Shadkam, S.M. Khalili, M. Mahjoob, …
    Sustainable Operations and Computers, 3, 156-167 (2022) – Citations: 29

 

Taşkın Deniz Yildiz |  Fertilizer |  Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr Taşkın Deniz Yildiz |  Fertilizer |  Best Researcher Award

Academician at  Adana Alparslan Türkeş Science and Technology University, Department of Mining Engineering,  Turkey

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Taşkın Deniz Yıldız is a distinguished academic at the Department of Mining Engineering, Adana Alparslan Türkeş Science and Technology University. Since 2014, he has contributed significantly to academia, previously serving at Istanbul Technical University. Dr. Yıldız completed his MSc (2012) and PhD (2020) in Mining Engineering at Istanbul Technical University. He also holds a law degree from Beykent University (2016) and became a licensed lawyer in 2023. His research interests include mining legislation, mineral economics, resource management, and occupational safety in mines. He has published extensively, with a Google Scholar h-index of 19.

Profile:

🎓 Academic and Professional Background:

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Taşkın Deniz Yıldız has been an academician at Adana Alparslan Türkeş Science and Technology University since 2014. He previously served at Istanbul Technical University for about four years. He earned his MSc (2012) and PhD (2020) in Mining Engineering from Istanbul Technical University. Dr. Yıldız also holds a law degree from Beykent University (2016) and became a licensed lawyer in 2023.

📊 Research and Achievements:

  • Publications: 35 articles (24 in Web of Science, 11 in other indexes), 1 book, 9 WOS/SCOPUS-indexed book chapters, 2 international books, 23 conference papers, and 56 mining sector journal articles.
  • Research Projects: Involved in the Istanbul Technical University BAP Project and European COST Actions.

Citation Metrics:

  • Google Scholar: 904 citations, h-index 19, i10-index 35
  • Web of Science: 201 citations, h-index 8
  • Scopus: 251 citations, h-index 10
  • AD Scientific Index (2025): Ranked 8th in his university in Turkey

💡 Research Interests:

  • Mining legislation, exploration, and operation
  • Mineral and resource economics
  • Cost analysis and benefit evaluation
  • Natural resource taxation and mining investments
  • Land use in mining and rehabilitation of abandoned sites
  • Mining waste management and occupational safety

🌐 Memberships:

  • Founding member, International Network ‘Acclimating Post-Mining Territories’
  • Member, Association of Geoscience, Mining and Metallurgy Professionals (YERMAM)
  • Member, Technology and Innovation Commission of Professional Development Association of Mining Engineers (MMMGD)
  • Member, European Association of Labour Economists
  • Member, Chamber of Mining Engineers of Turkey

Publication Top Notes:

  • “Waste management costs (WMC) of mining companies in Turkey: Can waste recovery help meeting these costs?”
    Resources Policy, 68, 101706, 2020 (64 citations)

  • “Evaluation of Forestland Use in Mining Operation Activities in Turkey in Terms of Sustainable Natural Resources”
    Land Use Policy, 96, 2020 (49 citations)

  • “The Impacts of EIA Procedure on the Mining Sector in the Permit Process of Mining Operating Activities & Turkey Analysis”
    Resources Policy, 67, 2020 (44 citations)

  • “Effects of the Private Land Acquisition Process and Costs on Mining Enterprises before Mining Operation Activities in Turkey”
    Land Use Policy, 97, 2020 (42 citations)

  • “The Share of Required Costs in Investment Amounts for Mining Operating Activities in Pasture Lands in Turkey”
    Adıyaman Üniversitesi Mühendislik Bilimleri Dergisi (Journal of Engineering), 2019 (39 citations)

  • “Forest Fees Paid to Permit Mining Extractive Operations on Turkey’s Forestlands & the Ratio to Investments”
    Gospodarka Surowcami Mineralnymi: Mineral Resources Management, 2020 (36 citations)

  • “The Effects of the Mining Operation Activities Permit Process on the Mining Sector in Turkey”
    Resources Policy, 69, 101868, 2020 (35 citations)

  • “How Can the Effects of EIA Procedures and Legislation Foreseen for the Mining Operation Activities to Mining Change Positively in Turkey?”
    Resources Policy, 72, 102018, 2021 (29 citations)

  • “Forest Costs Paid by Mining Enterprises During Investment Period to Carry Out Mining Operations in Forest Areas”
    Adıyaman Üniversitesi Mühendislik Bilimleri Dergisi (Journal of Engineering), 2020 (28 citations)

  • “Urban Development and Mining in Istanbul – Ağaçli Coal Field and Its Rehabilitation”
    SWEMP 2016 (International Symposium on Environmental Issues and Waste Management), 2016 (27 citations)

  • “Are the Compensations Given to Mining Enterprises Due to the Overlapping with Other Investments in Turkey Enough? Expectations of Compensation for Profit Deprivation”
    Resources Policy, 75, 102507, 2022 (25 citations)

  • “How Can the State Rights Be Calculated by Considering a High Share of State Right in Mining Operating Costs in Turkey?”
    Resources Policy, 75, 102509, 2022 (25 citations)

  • “Overlapping of Mine Sites and Highway Route in Turkey: Evaluation in Terms of Mining Land Use Criteria and Land-Use Planning”
    Land Use Policy, 106, 105444, 2021 (22 citations)

  • “Possible Effects of Mining Zone Regulation on Mining Companies in Turkey & Evaluation of Mining Companies”
    Resources Policy, 71, 102011, 2021 (22 citations)

  • “Overlapping of Natural Stone Mining Field with High-Speed Train Project in Turkey: Was the Economic Public Benefit Evaluation Made Sufficiently?”
    Resources Policy, 74, 102241, 2021 (18 citations)

 

Zhizhou Ren | Agricultural Products | Best Researcher Award

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Mr Zhizhou Ren | Agricultural Products |  Best Researcher Award

postgraduate at College of Artificial Intelligence, Nanjing Agricultural University, China

Zhizhou Ren is a postgraduate researcher specializing in smart agriculture and non-destructive detection of agricultural products. His work focuses on integrating hyperspectral imaging, electronic noses, and deep learning for efficient wheat disease detection. He has published two SCI papers in high-impact journals and developed the GFNN model, achieving 98.76% accuracy in disease identification. Ren has contributed to four major collaborative projects and holds one patent. As a member of the China Electronics Society, he actively engages in research that enhances precision agriculture and food security.

Profile:

🔬 Research Focus:

Zhizhou Ren specializes in smart agriculture and non-destructive detection of agricultural products. His research integrates hyperspectral imaging, electronic noses, and deep learning algorithms to detect wheat diseases efficiently.

📚 Key Contributions:

  • Developed the GFNN model for detecting VOCs using an electronic nose, achieving 98.76% accuracy in wheat disease detection.
  • Published two SCI papers in Q1 and Q2 journals, including Agriculture-Basel and International Journal of Agricultural and Biological Engineering.
  • Holds one patent and has contributed to four major collaborative projects funded by Jiangsu Province.

🏆 Achievements & Collaborations:

  • Active member of the China Electronics Society.
  • Engaged in consultancy and industry projects, contributing to agricultural disease management and food security.
  • Participated in prestigious research programs, including the Natural Science Foundation of Jiangsu Province.

Citations:

Citations: 948 (All), 947 (Since 2020)
h-index: 11 (All), 11 (Since 2020)
i10-index: 11 (All), 11 (Since 2020)

Publication Top Notes:

  • QPLEX: Duplex Dueling Multi-Agent Q-Learning
    J. Wang, Z. Ren, T. Liu, Y. Yu, C. Zhang
    Ninth International Conference on Learning Representations (ICLR 2021) – 550 citations

  • Exploration via Hindsight Goal Generation
    Z. Ren, K. Dong, Y. Zhou, Q. Liu, J. Peng
    Thirty-third Conference on Neural Information Processing Systems (NeurIPS 2019) – 99 citations

  • Towards Understanding Cooperative Multi-Agent Q-Learning with Value Factorization
    J. Wang, Z. Ren, B. Han, J. Ye, C. Zhang
    Thirty-fifth Conference on Neural Information Processing Systems (NeurIPS 2021) – 61 citations

  • Proximal Exploration for Model-guided Protein Sequence Design
    Z. Ren, J. Li, F. Ding, Y. Zhou, J. Ma, J. Peng
    Thirty-ninth International Conference on Machine Learning (ICML 2022) – 47 citations

  • Generalizable Episodic Memory for Deep Reinforcement Learning
    H. Hu, J. Ye, G. Zhu, Z. Ren, C. Zhang
    Thirty-eighth International Conference on Machine Learning (ICML 2021) – 43 citations

  • Off-Policy Reinforcement Learning with Delayed Rewards
    B. Han, Z. Ren, Z. Wu, Y. Zhou, J. Peng
    Thirty-ninth International Conference on Machine Learning (ICML 2022) – 41 citations

  • Learning Long-Term Reward Redistribution via Randomized Return Decomposition
    Z. Ren, R. Guo, Y. Zhou, J. Peng
    Tenth International Conference on Learning Representations (ICLR 2022 Spotlight) – 39 citations

  • On the Estimation Bias in Double Q-Learning
    Z. Ren, G. Zhu, H. Hu, B. Han, J. Chen, C. Zhang
    Thirty-fifth Conference on Neural Information Processing Systems (NeurIPS 2021) – 24 citations

  • Self-Organized Polynomial-Time Coordination Graphs
    Q. Yang, W. Dong, Z. Ren, J. Wang, T. Wang, C. Zhang
    Thirty-ninth International Conference on Machine Learning (ICML 2022) – 13 citations

  • Efficient Meta Reinforcement Learning for Preference-based Fast Adaptation
    Z. Ren, A. Liu, Y. Liang, J. Peng, J. Ma
    Thirty-sixth Conference on Neural Information Processing Systems (NeurIPS 2022) – 12 citations

  • Object-Oriented Dynamics Learning through Multi-Level Abstraction
    G. Zhu, J. Wang, Z. Ren, Z. Lin, C. Zhang
    Thirty-fourth AAAI Conference on Artificial Intelligence (AAAI 2020) – 11 citations

  • Full-Atom Peptide Design based on Multi-modal Flow Matching
    J. Li, C. Cheng, Z. Wu, R. Guo, S. Luo, Z. Ren, J. Peng, J. Ma
    Forty-first International Conference on Machine Learning (ICML 2024) – 7 citations

  • Enhancing Protein Mutation Effect Prediction through a Retrieval-Augmented Framework
    R. Guo, R. Wang, R. Wu, Z. Ren, J. Li, S. Luo, Z. Wu, Q. Liu, J. Peng, J. Ma
    Thirty-eighth Conference on Neural Information Processing Systems (NeurIPS 2024) – 1 citation

  • Bridging Distribution Gaps: Invariant Pattern Discovery for Dynamic Graph Learning
    Y. Jin, M. Wang, Y. Xiong, Z. Ren, C. Huo, F. Zhu, J. Zhang, G. Wang, H. Chen
    World Wide Web 27 (4), 44 (2024)

 

Simona Gavrilas | Plants | Best Researcher Award

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Mrs Simona Gavrilas | Plants |  Best Researcher Award

lecturer at ”Aurel Vlaicu” University of Arad, Romania

Simona Gavrilaș is a Lecturer at ”Aurel Vlaicu” University of Arad, Romania. She holds a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering and specializes in Food Technology, Biotechnology, and Environmental Low-Impact Technologies. Since 2017, she has been actively engaged in teaching and research at the Faculty of Food Engineering, Tourism, and Environmental Protection.

Profile:

🔬 Academic Background:

Simona Gavrilaș is a Lecturer at ”Aurel Vlaicu” University of Arad, Romania. She holds a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering and has been teaching at the Faculty of Food Engineering, Tourism, and Environmental Protection since 2017.

📚 Research & Innovations:

Her research focuses on Food Technology, Biotechnology, Food Quality Improvement, and Environmental Low-Impact Technologies. She has contributed significantly to food waste valorization and agrochemical research.

🏆 Achievements & Contributions:

  • Publications: 26 ISI journal articles, 6 books, and 2 internationally recognized book chapters.
  • Projects: Led 3 national projects, 5 research grants, and participated in international collaborations.
  • Editorial Roles: Member of the Journal of Natural Fibers editorial board and reviewer for several MDPI journals.
  • Recognitions: COST-STSM Grant beneficiary and evaluator for Romania’s Higher Education Quality Assurance Agency.

🌍 Impact & Research Vision:

Dr. Gavrilaș is dedicated to sustainable food systems by developing eco-friendly food technologies and enzyme-based treatments. Her work supports agricultural waste valorization for a greener future.

Citations:

Citations: 523 (Total), 366 (Since 2020)
h-index: 10 (Total), 9 (Since 2020)
i10-index: 10 (Total), 9 (Since 2020)

Publication Top Notes:

  • Recent Trends in Biosensors for Environmental Quality Monitoring – Sensors, 2022.
  • Antioxidant and Antimicrobial Properties of Selected Spice Extracts – International Journal of Food Properties, 2010.
  • New Potential Biocatalysts by Laccase Immobilization in PVA Cryogel Type Carrier – Applied Biochemistry and Biotechnology, 2010.
  • Closing the Loop with Keratin-Rich Fibrous Materials – Polymers, 2021.
  • Salvia officinalis L. Essential Oil: Characterization, Antioxidant Properties, and the Effects of Aromatherapy in Adult Patients – Antioxidants, 2022.
  • Preparation of Immobilized Trametes pubescens Laccase on a Cryogel-Type Polymeric Carrier and Application of the Biocatalyst to Apple Juice Phenolic Compounds – European Food Research and Technology, 2012.
  • The Consumption of Organic, Traditional, and/or European Eco-Label Products: Elements of Local Production and Sustainability – Sustainability, 2021.
  • Removal of Cypermethrin from Water by Using Fucus Spiralis Marine Alga – International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 2019.
  • Membrane-Active Peptides and Their Potential Biomedical Application – Pharmaceutics, 2023.
  • Characterization of the Complexing Agents’ Influence on Bioscouring Cotton Fabrics by FT-IR and TG/DTG/DTA Analysis – Journal of Thermal Analysis and Calorimetry, 2018.
  • The Influence of Elevated CO₂ on Volatile Emissions, Photosynthetic Characteristics, and Pigment Content in Brassicaceae Plant Species and Varieties – Plants, 2022.
  • Comparative Study Regarding the Influence of the Complexing Agents EDTA and Sodium Citrate on the 50% Flax-50% Cotton Fabrics During the Bioscouring Treatment – International Multidisciplinary Scientific GeoConference: SGEM, 2016.
  • Commercial Laccase Oxidation of Phenolic Compounds – U.P.B. Scientific Bulletin, Series B: Chemistry and Material Sciences, 2012.
  • White Grape Pomace Valorization for Remediating Purposes – Applied Sciences, 2022.
  • Graphene-Oxide Peptide-Containing Materials for Biomedical Applications – International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2024.
  • Analysis of Sustainable Communication Patterns During the Telework Period in Western Romanian Corporations – International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 2022.
  • TG/DTG Analysis of an Eco-Friendly Scoured Fabric – Revista de Chimie, 2019.
  • Study on the Influence of Ultrasound in Bioscouring Treatment of 50% Flax + 50% Cotton Fabrics – Annals of the University of Oradea, Fascicle of Textiles, Leatherwork, 2017.
  • Improving the Antioxidant Properties of Wild Raspberry Juice by Enzymatic Treatments – Revista de Chimie, 2016.
  • A Sustainable Nutritional Behavior in the Era of Climate Changes – Smart and Sustainable Technology for Resilient Cities and Communities, 2022.

 

Ahmed Mohamed El-Bondkly | Agricultural Research | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr Ahmed Mohamed El-Bondkly | Agricultural Research |  Best Researcher Award

Professor at Biotechnology Research Institute / National Research Centre, Egypt

Dr. Ahmed El-Bondkly is a distinguished professor in the Genetics and Cytology Department at the National Research Centre (NRC) in Egypt. His academic journey began with a B.Sc. in Genetics from Tanta University, Egypt, followed by an M.Sc. and Ph.D. in Genetics, focusing on genetic transformation in fungi and cellulase productivity. In 2008, he completed postdoctoral research in marine microbiology at IFM-GEOMAR, Kiel, Germany.

Profile:

🎓 Academic Qualifications:

  • B.Sc. in Genetics – Faculty of Agriculture, Kafr El-Sheikh, Tanta University, Egypt (1991)
  • M.Sc. in Genetics – Faculty of Agriculture, Kafr El-Sheikh, Tanta University, Egypt (1997)
    Thesis: Protoplast fusion in Cephalosporium acremonium and its effect on antibiotic production
  • Ph.D. in Genetics – Faculty of Agriculture, Kafr El-Sheikh, Tanta University, Egypt (2002)
    Thesis: Genetic transformation in Trichoderma reesei to improve cellulase productivity
  • Postdoctoral Studies – IFM-GEOMAR, Kiel, Germany (2008)
    Research: Using molecular genetics techniques in marine microorganisms

💼 Professional Experience:

  • Professor – National Research Centre, Egypt (2013–Present)
  • Associate Professor – National Research Centre, Egypt (2007–2013)
  • Researcher – National Research Centre, Egypt (2002–2007)
  • Assistant Researcher – National Research Centre, Egypt (1997–2002)
  • Researcher Assistant – National Research Centre, Egypt (1993–1997)

🧪 Research Interests:

  • Microbial genetics
  • Genetic transformation and biotechnology techniques
  • Marine microbiology and molecular genetics
  • Biodegradation and environmental biotechnology

🏆 Awards:

  • NRC Prize for Scientific Contribution (Biotechnology) – 2012
  • Who’s Who in Science and Engineering (2007–2011) – Marquis Who’s Who, USA
  • Who’s Who in Medicine and Healthcare (2008) – The International Who’s Who, USA

📝 Editorial Memberships:

  • Advancements in Genetic Engineering
  • Biotechnology and Bioprocess Engineering
  • Journal of Agricultural Biotechnology and Sustainable Development (JABSD)
  • International Journal of Genetics and Genomics
  • Applied Microbiology: Theory & Technology

👥 Research Projects:

  • International Project (OTKA, Hungary) – Investigation of Trichoderma strains in mushroom cultivation
  • National Research Centre Projects – Genetic improvement of enzymes, microorganisms, and bioconversion of agricultural wastes
  • Principal Investigator – Treatment and reuse of industrial wastewater (2019–2021)

Citations:

  • Citations: 884
  • Documents: 674
  • h-index: 18
  • Number of documents: 35

Publication Top Notes:

  • Agro-Industrial Wastes as Low-Cost Production Media for the Phytochemical Constitutes and Biological Activity of Cadophora sp. (strain MERV20-1)
    Agricultural Research, 2025-01-23 | Journal article
    DOI: 10.1007/s40003-024-00837-0
    Contributors: Mervat Morsy Abbas Ahmed El-Gendy, Asmaa A. Abd El-galil, Ahmed Mohamed Ahmed El-Bondkly
  • Evaluation of Multidrug Resistance in the Gram-Negative Microbiome of Cancer Patients and the Adverse Effects of Their Metabolites on Albino Rats and Epithelial or Fibroblasts Cell Lines
    Infectious Agents and Cancer, 2025-01-16 | Journal article
    DOI: 10.1186/s13027-024-00634-y
    Contributors: Mervat Morsy Abbas Ahmed El-Gendy, Huda Ahmed Alghamdi, Khaled G. Abdel-Wahhab, Nabila S. Hassan, Aya A. M. El-Bondkly, Mohammed Abdel-Wahab, Ayman A. Farghaly, Ahmed Mohamed Ahmed El-Bondkly
  • Bioremoval of Heavy Metals from Aqueous Solution Using Dead Biomass of Indigenous Fungi Derived from Fertilizer Industry Effluents: Isotherm Models Evaluation and Batch Optimization
    BioMetals, 2023 | Journal article
    DOI: 10.1007/s10534-023-00520-x
    Contributors: El-Gendy, M.M.A.A.; Abdel-Moniem, S.M.; Ammar, N.S.; El-Bondkly, A.M.A.
  • Multimetal Bioremediation from Aqueous Solution Using Dead Biomass of Mucor sp. NRCC6 Derived from Detergent Manufacturing Effluent
    Journal of Applied Genetics, 2023 | Journal article
    DOI: 10.1007/s13353-023-00765-9
    Contributors: El-Gendy, M.M.A.A.; Abdel-Moniem, S.M.; Ammar, N.S.; El-Bondkly, A.M.A.
  • Assessment of the Phylogenetic Analysis and Antimicrobial, Antiviral, and Anticancer Activities of Marine Endophytic Streptomyces Species of the Soft Coral Sarcophyton convolutum
    International Microbiology, 2022 | Journal article
    DOI: 10.1007/s10123-021-00204-x
    Contributors: El-Gendy, M.M.A.A.; Yahya, S.M.M.; Hamed, A.R.; El-Bondkly, A.M.A.

 

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

 

Davoud Akhzari | Biofertilizer Application | Best Researcher Award

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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)

 

 

Dinesh Sharma | Agriculture | Best Innovation Award

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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).

 

Américo Ferraz Dias Neto | Agricultura Digital | Best Researcher Award

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Dr Américo Ferraz Dias Neto |  Agricultura Digital |  Best Researcher Award

Consultor at  Universidade Estadual de Campinas, Brazil

Américo is an Agricultural Engineer with over 20 years of experience in the bioenergy sector, particularly in agroindustrial processes, supply chain optimization, and business strategy. Recognized for his expertise in controlled traffic and digital agriculture, he has successfully led large-scale projects, improving productivity and sustainability. His innovative contributions to bioenergy have earned him notable awards, including the Outstanding Alumnus Award from UNICAMP and the Norman Joseph King Award.

 

Publication Profile

🎓 Education:

  • Ph.D. in Agricultural Engineering, FEAGRI-UNICAMP (2021)
  • M.Sc. in Agricultural Engineering, FEAGRI-UNICAMP (2000)
  • B.Sc. in Agricultural Engineering, FEAGRI-UNICAMP (1997)

🏢 Professional Experience:

  • Américo Ferraz Consult (2017–Present): Bioenergy consulting with clients like Novo Milênio Distillery and Grupo Moreno, focusing on sustainable agricultural production and digital agriculture.
  • UMOE Bioenergy (2017–2020): COO managing a 42,000-hectare unit for ethanol and energy production.
  • Atvos (2007–2016): Agricultural Director, pioneered technologies in remote sensing, precision agriculture, and crop logistics for sugarcane.

🏆 Awards:

  • Norman Joseph King Award, ISSCT Congress, Hyderabad, India (2023)
  • Outstanding Alumnus Award, UNICAMP (2023)

Publication Top Notes

  1. “Advancements of agriculture 4.0 in mechanized sugarcane harvesting: a review”
    Journal: Ciência Rural
    Year: 2024
    DOI: 10.1590/0103-8478cr20220562
    Contributors: Américo Ferraz Neto, Jenyffer da Silva Gomes Santos, Raffaella Rossetto, João Domingos Biagi, Daniel Albiero
  2. “Use of Vegetation Activity Index for Evaluation of L-Alpha Amino Acid Treatment in Sugarcane”
    Journal: Agriculture
    Year: 2024
    DOI: 10.3390/agriculture14111877
    Contributors: Américo Ferraz Dias Neto, Ivan Bazo Bergamim, Flavio Roberto de Freitas Gonçalves, Raffaella Rossetto, Daniel Albiero
  3. “Use of Vegetation Activity Index for Evaluation of L-Alpha Amino Acid Treatment in Sugarcane”
    Type: Preprint
    Year: 2024
    DOI: 10.20944/preprints202409.1603.v1
    Contributors: Américo Ferraz Dias Neto, Ivan Bazo Bergamim, Flavio Roberto de Freitas Gonçalves, Raffaella Rossetto, Daniel Albiero
  4. “Strip Soil Tillage and Traffic Over the Soil on Sugar Cane Compared to Conventional Tillage Systems”
    Journal: Sugar Tech
    Year: 2023
    DOI: 10.1007/s12355-023-01267-y
    Contributors: Américo Ferraz Dias Neto, Daniel Albiero, Raffaella Rossetto, João D. Biagi, Jenyffer Gomes da Silva
  5. “Modeling of Mechanized Sugarcane Harvesting to Support Decision-Making on Asset Management”
    Journal: Sugar Tech
    Year: 2022
    DOI: 10.1007/s12355-022-01126-2
    Contributors: Américo Ferraz Dias Neto, Daniel Albiero, Raffaella Rossetto, João D. Biagi

 

Zongho Kom | Agricultural | Best Researcher Award

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Dr Zongho Kom |  Agricultural  | Best Researcher Award

University Of Venda,  South Africa

Dr. Zongho Kom holds a Ph.D. in Geography from the University of Venda, South Africa, where he also completed his Master’s and Bachelor’s degrees in Environmental Sciences. He is currently a Doctoral Fellow at the University of Venda, engaged in research, publications, and supervising postgraduate students. Dr. Kom has previously worked as a Project Administrator for the South Africa/Flander Climate Adaptation Research and Training Partnership and as a Coordinator of Conservation Technology in Chad.

 

Publication Profile

Educational Qualifications:

  • Ph.D. in Geography
    University of Venda, South Africa
  • Master of Environmental Sciences (Geography)
    University of Venda, South Africa
  • Bachelor of Environmental Sciences Honours (Geography)
    University of Venda, South Africa

Career History:

  • Doctoral Fellowship, University of Venda
    June 2021 – Present
    Responsibilities include conducting research, publishing findings, and supervising postgraduate students.
  • Project Administrator / Teaching Postgraduate, University of Venda
    South Africa/Flander Climate Adaptation Research and Training Partnership (SAF-ADAPT)
  • Coordinator of Conservation Technology, African Parks
    Chad (September 2020 – April 2021)
  • Administrator of GIS Certificate Course / Facilitator and Senior Tutor, University of Venda
    January 2013 – 2019
    Taught various environmental courses in Geography.

Research Interests:

Dr. Kom’s research focuses on climate change adaptation policies, environmental awareness, sustainable livelihoods, smallholder farming systems, indigenous knowledge systems, food security, and geospatial analysis.

Grants and Fellowships:

  • Post-Doctoral Fellowship at the University of Venda
  • National Research Foundation (NRF) Doctoral Fellowship Grant
  • NRF Student Travel Grant for the American Association of Geographers (2017)
  • Travel grant for the International Geographical Union (2015)

Memberships:

  • South Africa for Natural Scientific Professions (SACNASP)
  • Society of South Africa Geographers (SSAG)

Publication Top Notes

  • Smallholder Farmers Multinomial Choice Analysis for Climate Change and Variability in Limpopo Province, South Africa
    Year: 2024 | Type: Book Chapter
    DOI: 10.1007/978-981-97-2926-5_4
    Contributors: Zongho Kom, Melanie D. Nicolau, Solomon E. Uhunamure, Sylvester Mpandeli, Nthaduleni S. Nethengwe, Jacobus N. Steyn, Karabo Shale, Pindulo Ramasunga, Hector Chikoore
  • Indigenous and Local Knowledge: Instruments Towards Achieving SDG2: A Review in an African Context
    Year: 2024-10-21 | Type: Journal Article
    DOI: 10.3390/su16209137
    Contributors: Zongho Kom, Nthaduleni Samuel Nethengwe
  • The Use of Indigenous Knowledge Systems Practices to Enhance Food Security in Vhembe District, South Africa
    Year: 2024-09 | Type: Journal Article
    DOI: 10.1007/s40003-024-00716-8
    Contributors: Zongho Kom, Melanie D. Nicolau, Shandukani C. Nenwiini
  • Climate Change, Food Security and Farmers’ Livelihoods: A Case Study in Limpopo Province, South Africa
    Year: 2024-05-14 | Type: Preprint
    DOI: 10.21203/rs.3.rs-4172452/v1
    Contributors: Zongho Kom, Melanie D. Nicolau
  • Understanding Links Between Water Scarcity and Violent Conflicts in the Sahel and Lake Chad Basin Using the Water Footprint Concept
    Year: 2024-02 | Type: Journal Article
    DOI: 10.1029/2023EF004013
    Contributors: Elias Nkiaka, Robert G. Bryant, Zongho Kom
  • Indigenous Knowledge Indicators Employed by Farmers for Adaptation to Climate Change in Rural South Africa
    Year: 2023-11-10 | Type: Journal Article
    DOI: 10.1080/09640568.2022.2086854
    Contributors: Zongho Kom, Nthaduleni S. Nethengwe, Sylvester Mpandeli, Hector Chikoore
  • Determinants of Small-scale Farmers’ Choice and Adaptive Strategies in Response to Climatic Shocks in Vhembe District, South Africa
    Year: 2022-04 | Type: Journal Article
    DOI: 10.1007/s10708-020-10272-7
    Contributors: Zongho Kom, N. S. Nethengwe, N. S. Mpandeli, H. Chikoore
  • Climate Change Grounded on Empirical Evidence as Compared with the Perceptions of Smallholder Farmers in Vhembe District, South Africa
    Year: 2020-08 | Type: Journal Article
    DOI: 10.1177/0021909619891757
    Contributors: Zongho Kom, Nthaduleni S. Nethengwe, Sylvester Mpandeli, Hector Chikoore