Manpreet Kaur | Sustainable Agriculture | Young Researcher Award

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Young Researcher Award

Manpreet Kaur
CGC UNIVERSITY MOHALI, India

Manpreet Kaur
Affiliation CGC UNIVERSITY MOHALI
Country India
Scopus ID 59945099800
Documents 25
Citations 225
h-index 7
Subject Area Sustainable Agriculture
Event Agri Scientist Awards
ORCID 0000-0002-2447-453X

Manpreet Kaur is a researcher associated with sustainable agriculture, with a publication record addressing microbial interactions, crop performance, agricultural resilience, and biological control. Her indexed research profile comprises 25 documents, 225 citations, and an h-index of 7, indicating an established contribution to scholarly literature within the agricultural research domain. [1]

Abstract

Manpreet Kaur’s research profile reflects sustained scholarly engagement with sustainable agriculture and microbial applications. Her work addresses plant–microbe interactions, biological control, agricultural resilience, and approaches intended to support crop productivity and sustainability. With 25 indexed documents, 225 citations, and an h-index of 7, her record demonstrates measurable research visibility. Recent publications examine phyto-microbiome engineering, microbial interactions in agricultural contexts, and industrial formulation of microbial biocontrol agents. These themes connect biological knowledge with practical agricultural challenges, supporting environmentally conscious crop management and improved understanding of microbial technologies. Her documented research activity provides a relevant scholarly basis for consideration for the Young Researcher Award within agricultural science.

Keywords

  • Sustainable Agriculture
  • Plant–Microbe Interactions
  • Phyto-Microbiome Engineering
  • Microbial Biocontrol
  • Crop Performance
  • Agricultural Resilience

Introduction

Sustainable agriculture increasingly examines biological approaches that improve crop performance while reducing environmental pressures. Microbial interactions are particularly relevant because beneficial microorganisms can influence plant health, nutrient processes, resilience, and biological protection. Kaur’s research aligns with these themes through studies connecting microbial systems with practical agricultural challenges and sustainable crop management strategies. [1]

Research Profile

The research profile is centered on sustainable agriculture, particularly microbial technologies and plant-associated biological systems. The available publication record indicates attention to phyto-microbiome engineering, microbial interactions, and microbial biocontrol formulation. These areas collectively demonstrate an interdisciplinary orientation involving agricultural science, microbiology, crop improvement, and applied biotechnology. [1] [3]

Research Contributions

Kaur’s documented contributions address the development and understanding of microbial approaches for agriculture. Research on phyto-microbiome engineering considers deliberate design of plant–microbe relationships to support crop performance, while work on microbial biocontrol considers formulation and industrial application. Together, these contributions connect fundamental microbial interactions with potentially useful agricultural technologies. [1] [3]

Publications

The identified publications illustrate a research trajectory focused on microbial applications in agricultural systems. Topics include engineering plant–microbiome interactions, examining microbial perspectives on agricultural stress resilience, and developing microbial biocontrol agents for industrial contexts. These publications collectively represent research connecting microbiological concepts with sustainability, crop management, and agricultural biotechnology. [1] [2] [3]

Research Impact

The available bibliometric record reports 225 citations across 25 documents and an h-index of 7, providing quantitative evidence of scholarly visibility. Her research themes also address agricultural sustainability and microbial technologies with potential practical relevance. Citation activity should be interpreted alongside publication quality, collaboration, methodological rigor, and broader research influence. [3]

Award Suitability

The documented research profile is relevant to a Young Researcher Award because it combines an identifiable publication record with measurable citation impact and research activity in sustainable agriculture. Her work on microbial interactions, crop performance, agricultural resilience, and biological control corresponds with contemporary priorities in agricultural science and provides a substantive basis for scholarly recognition. [1] [2]

Conclusion

Manpreet Kaur’s research record demonstrates focused scholarly activity in sustainable agriculture and microbial applications. Her publications address plant–microbe relationships, agricultural resilience, and microbial biocontrol, while bibliometric indicators provide evidence of research visibility. Collectively, these characteristics support consideration of her profile for recognition through the Young Researcher Award in agricultural research. [1] [3]

References

  1. Kaur, M. (2025). Phyto-microbiome engineering: Designing plant-microbe interactions for improved crop performance. Microbiology, 100272.
    https://doi.org/10.1016/j.microb.2025.100272
  2. Kaur, M. (2025). Farmers’ suicide and stress resilience in agriculture through microbial interactions: A perspective analysis. Discover Agriculture.
    https://doi.org/10.1007/s44372-025-00121-7
  3. Kaur, M. (2024). Formulation of microbial biocontrol agents—An industrial perspective. Scopus-indexed publication record.
    https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.url?eid=2-s2.0-85189578771&partnerID=MN8TOARS

Md. Saiful Islam | Soil Science and Fertility Management | Best Researcher Award

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Best Researcher Award

Md. Saiful Islam
Patuakhali Science and Technology University

Md. Saiful Islam
Affiliation Patuakhali Science and Technology University
Country Bangladesh
Scopus ID 60381573500
Documents 172
Citations 8,215
h-index 49
Subject Area Soil Science and Fertility Management
Event Agri Scientist Awards
ORCID 0000-0002-3598-0315

Md. Saiful Islam is a researcher affiliated with Patuakhali Science and Technology University in Bangladesh, with a stated subject area of Soil Science and Fertility Management. His scholarly profile records 172 documents, 8,215 citations, and an h-index of 49. These indicators provide a bibliometric context for considering his research activity and potential suitability for recognition through the Agri Scientist Awards. The profile information presented here is based on the supplied researcher identifiers and publication metrics, while the broader significance of soil science and fertility management is considered within contemporary agricultural research.

Abstract

Md. Saiful Islam is affiliated with Patuakhali Science and Technology University, Bangladesh, and is identified with Soil Science and Fertility Management. The supplied bibliometric profile records 172 documents, 8,215 citations, and an h-index of 49. These indicators describe a substantial body of indexed scholarly output and citation activity. His research profile can therefore be examined in relation to agricultural soil management, fertility, productivity, and sustainable resource use. This article summarizes the supplied academic identifiers, publication indicators, research orientation, potential impact, and suitability for consideration in the Agri Scientist Awards using neutral, evidence-based academic language and accessible profile information.

Keywords

Md. Saiful Islam, Soil Science, Fertility Management, Agricultural Research, Soil Management, Patuakhali Science and Technology University, Bangladesh, Bibliometrics, Sustainable Agriculture, Agri Scientist Awards

Introduction

Soil science and fertility management are central components of agricultural research because soil properties, nutrient availability, organic matter, and management practices influence crop productivity and the long-term sustainability of agricultural systems. Research in this field contributes to understanding how soils can be managed efficiently while maintaining productive capacity and environmental quality. Soil carbon and fertility management are also connected with wider agricultural and environmental objectives.[4] Within this context, the supplied profile of Md. Saiful Islam places his scholarly work within a subject area of direct relevance to agricultural science.

Research Profile

Md. Saiful Islam is associated with Patuakhali Science and Technology University in Bangladesh. The supplied Scopus author identifier is 60381573500, while the supplied ORCID identifier is 0000-0002-3598-0315. His stated subject area is Soil Science and Fertility Management. The supplied Scopus metrics comprise 172 documents, 8,215 citations, and an h-index of 49. These measures provide quantitative indicators of indexed publication activity and citation visibility, although bibliometric indicators should be interpreted alongside the quality, relevance, and contribution of individual research outputs.[1]

Research Contributions

The identified research area of Soil Science and Fertility Management encompasses the scientific assessment and management of soil resources for agricultural purposes. Such research may address nutrient availability, soil quality, fertility practices, productivity, organic matter, and sustainable soil-resource use. The supplied profile establishes the researcher’s disciplinary positioning, while detailed claims about individual research findings should be evaluated from the underlying publications rather than inferred solely from citation metrics.

Publications

The supplied profile reports 172 indexed documents associated with Md. Saiful Islam. This publication count indicates a substantial volume of scholarly output within the indexed record. A complete assessment of publication quality would require examination of individual articles, journals, citation contexts, authorship roles, research methods, and subject-specific contributions. The Scopus author identifier provides a mechanism for accessing the indexed publication record and distinguishing the researcher from other authors with similar names.[1]

Research Impact

The supplied citation count of 8,215 and h-index of 49 indicate notable citation activity within the stated scholarly profile. Citation measures can help describe the visibility and uptake of research but do not independently establish research quality or societal impact. For soil science, research relevance can additionally be assessed through methodological rigor, reproducibility, agricultural applicability, contribution to soil-resource management, and influence on subsequent scientific work. Broader soil-management research has demonstrated the importance of soil processes for agricultural and environmental sustainability.[4]

Award Suitability

Based on the supplied information, Md. Saiful Islam has an academic affiliation in agricultural science, a stated specialization in Soil Science and Fertility Management, 172 indexed documents, 8,215 citations, and an h-index of 49. These factors provide a reasonable bibliometric and disciplinary basis for consideration for a researcher recognition program such as the Agri Scientist Awards. Final award eligibility or selection should, however, be determined according to the official award criteria, independent verification of the profile, and assessment of the researcher’s substantive scholarly contributions.[5]

Conclusion

Md. Saiful Islam’s supplied academic profile identifies Patuakhali Science and Technology University as his institutional affiliation and Soil Science and Fertility Management as his subject area. The reported publication and citation indicators provide a useful quantitative overview of his indexed research activity. Together with the researcher’s persistent identifiers, these data support a structured academic recognition profile. Any formal assessment should supplement bibliometric information with direct evaluation of publications, research quality, originality, relevance, and documented contributions to agricultural science.

References

  1. Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Md. Saiful Islam, Author ID 60381573500. Scopus.
    https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=60381573500
  2. ORCID. (n.d.). ORCID record: Md. Saiful Islam, ORCID 0000-0002-3598-0315.
    https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3598-0315
  3. Google Scholar. (n.d.). Md. Saiful Islam — Google Scholar profile.
    https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=PX7QF2gAAAAJ&hl=en
  4. Islam, M.S., Antu, U.B., Akter, R. et al. Preliminary Assessment of Essential and Potentially Toxic Elements in the Most Common Spices in a Developing Country: Health Hazard Implication. Biol Trace Elem Res 203, 6061–6078 (2025).
    https://doi.org/10.1007/s12011-025-04625-x
  5. Agri Scientist Awards. (2026). Official awards website.
    https://agriscientist.org/

Lakshan Paudel | Environments | GreenHarvest Sustainability Innovator Award

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Mr. Lakshan  Paudel | Environments |  GreenHarvest Sustainability Innovator Award

Researcher at Sun Moon University, Asan, South Korea

Mr. Lakshan Paudel is a dedicated researcher and educator specializing in molecular biology, bioinformatics, and clinical laboratory science. He is currently pursuing an integrated Master’s and Ph.D. in Life Science and Biochemical Engineering at Sun Moon University, South Korea (2020–2026). He holds a Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Technology from Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, India.

Profile:

🎓 Academic Background:

  • 🧬 Integrated Master’s–Ph.D. (2020–2026, ongoing)
    Life Science & Biochemical Engineering, Sun Moon University, South Korea

  • 🔬 B.Sc. in Medical Laboratory Technology (2006–2009)
    Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Karnataka, India

  • 📘 High School (2004–2006)
    Oxford Higher Secondary School, Butwal, Nepal

🧪 Research & Technical Expertise:

  • PCR, gene cloning, protein structure prediction

  • Genome assembly, comparative genomics, enzyme kinetics

  • Proficient in laboratory diagnostics: ELISA, HPLC, CLIA, gel electrophoresis

  • Skilled in data analysis, experimental design, and clinical instrumentation

👨‍🏫 Academic & Teaching Experience:

  • 🧫 Laboratory Coordinator (2010–2019)
    Modern Technical College, Lalitpur, Nepal – Trained undergraduate students in clinical lab techniques

  • 🧪 Part-time Biochemistry Instructor (2012–2018)
    Yala Institute of Health Sciences, Nepal

🏥 Professional Laboratory Experience:

  • 🏥 Medical Technologist (2009–2010)
    Sarvanga Hospital & Research Center, Nepal

  • Expertise in biochemistry, parasitology, immunology, and microbiology

📚 Training & Certifications:

  • 🧑‍🏫 Teaching & Learning Methodology – CTEVT Nepal (2016)

  • 📝 Research Writing – NHRC Nepal (2015)

🌿 Fields of Interest:

  • Public health diagnostics

  • Molecular parasitology

  • Applied biomedical sciences

  • Multidisciplinary research collaborations

Publication Top Notes:

  1. Identification and evaluation of CAZyme genes, along with functional characterization of a new GH46 chitosanase from Streptomyces sp. KCCM12257
    International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, Vol. 253, Article 127457, 2023

  2. Complete genome of Nakamurella sp. PAMC28650: Genomic insights into its environmental adaptation and biotechnological potential
    Functional & Integrative Genomics, Vol. 23(1), Article 18, 2023

  3. Genomic insight into O-demethylation of 4-methoxybenzoate by a two-component system from Amycolatopsis magusensis KCCM40447
    Heliyon, Vol. 10(3), 2024

  4. CAZyme analysis and functional characterization of a new GH18 chitin hydrolase from Gelidibacter salicanalis PAMC21136
    Carbohydrate Polymer Technologies and Applications, Vol. 10, Article 100773, 2025

  5. Potential role of serum homocysteine and uric acid level as a predictive marker for preeclampsia
    International Journal, Vol. 5(5), Page 119, 2019

 

Rahma Ines Zoghlami | Soil Systems | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Rahma Ines  Zoghlami | Soil Systems | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor at  National Institute for Agricultural Research, Tunisia

Dr. Rahma Inès Zoghlami is a dedicated agricultural researcher and project manager specializing in sustainable agriculture, food security, climate change, and disaster risk assessment. She holds a Doctorate in Agricultural Sciences and currently serves as an Assistant Professor in Soil Sciences at the National Institute of Agricultural Research in Tunis.

Profile:

🧑‍🏫 Professional Skills:

  • Leadership: Proven ability to manage and guide research teams.

  • Grant Writing & Fundraising: Skilled in securing funds for agricultural initiatives.

  • International Collaboration: Extensive experience in managing global research projects.

  • Project Management: Successful execution of initiatives like CambiFarm and ISFERALDA.

  • Research Methodologies: Proficient in both qualitative and quantitative research methods.

  • Data Analysis: Expertise in using statistical tools for insightful decision-making.

  • Stakeholder Engagement: Effective collaboration with government and NGOs in Tunisia.

🌍 Key Projects & Contributions:

🌱 CambiFarm Project (PRIMA)

As the Coordinator, Rahma led the integration of biochar, biogas, and cyanobacteria fertigation technologies to develop smart circular farming systems. This project aimed to foster sustainable agriculture through innovative technologies.

🌾 Tunisian Agricultural Project (OAMS)

Rahma coordinated this project focusing on the use of biochar and chipped ramial wood as fertilizers for barley cultivation to combat erosion and enhance soil productivity.

🌱 ICARDA Agroecology Initiative

Rahma served as an invited expert in the Agroecology project, contributing to sustainable food system resilience and equity through transdisciplinary research.

🌴 ISFERALDA Project (PRIMA)

As an invited expert, Rahma contributed to the development of organic amendments using date palm residues, improving soil fertility through composting and pyrolysis.

🏆 Awards & Recognition:

  • Recognized for leadership in sustainable agriculture and food security initiatives.

  • Expert in managing international research collaborations and impactful agricultural projects.

Publication Top Notes:

  • Addressing Soil Fertility Challenges in Arid Agriculture: A Two-Year Evaluation of Combined Soil Organic Amendments Under Saline Irrigation
    Soil Systems | February 2025 | Author
    DOI: 10.3390/soilsystems9010016

  • Using Date Palm Residues to Improve Soil Properties: The Case of Compost and Biochar
    Soil Systems | June 2024 | Author
    DOI: 10.3390/soilsystems8030069

  • Assessment of Earthworm Viability and Soil Health after Two Years of Raw and Composted De-Inking Paper Sludge Amendment
    Agriculture | February 2023 | Author
    DOI: 10.3390/agriculture13030547

  • Soil Physicochemical Changes as Modulated by Treated Wastewater after Medium-and Long-Term Irrigations: A Case Study from Tunisia
    Agriculture | December 2022 | Author
    DOI: 10.3390/agriculture12122139

  • Evaluation of Composted Organic Wastes and Farmyard Manure for Improving Fertility of Poor Sandy Soils in Arid Regions
    Agriculture (Switzerland) | 2021 | Author
    DOI: 10.3390/agriculture11050415

  • Variation of Soil Properties with Sampling Depth in Two Different Light-Textured Soils after Repeated Applications of Urban Sewage Sludge
    Journal of Environmental Management | 2021 | Author
    DOI: 10.1016/j.jenvman.2021.113355

  • Short-Term Effects of Biosolid Application on Two Mediterranean Agricultural Soils and Durum Wheat Yield
    Agronomy | April 2021 | Author
    DOI: 10.3390/agronomy11040709

  • Carbon Mineralization, Biological Indicators, and Phytotoxicity to Assess the Impact of Urban Sewage Sludge on Two Light-Textured Soils in a Microcosm
    Journal of Environmental Quality | 2020 | Author
    DOI: 10.1002/jeq2.20011

  • Impact of Urban Sewage Sludge on Soil Physico-Chemical Properties and Phytotoxicity as Influenced by Soil Texture and Reuse Conditions
    Journal of Environmental Quality | 2020 | Author
    DOI: 10.1002/jeq2.20093

 

 

Yogita Patil | Agricultural Microbiology | Best Researcher Award

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Ms.Yogita Patil | Agricultural Microbiology | Best Researcher Award

Research Student at H. V. Desai College Pune, Maharashtra, India

Ms. Yogita M. Patil is an experienced academician and researcher in the field of Microbiology with over 14 years of teaching and research experience. She is currently working as an Assistant Professor at P.D.E.A’s Waghire College, Saswad, Pune, and serves as a Senior Research Fellow under SARTHI-CSMNRF since 2022.

Profile:

🎓 Academic Background:

  • Ph.D. (Pursuing) – Savitribai Phule Pune University
    Research Topic: Techno-economic feasibility assessment of novel health-promoting probiotics from natural sources

  • M.Phil. in Microbiology – North Maharashtra University (Grade A)
    Dissertation: An Insight in the Methods to Establish Culture as Probiotic

  • M.Sc. & B.Sc. in Microbiology – North Maharashtra University

  • Qualified SET & ICAR-NET (Microbiology)

🧪 Research & Publications:

Ms. Patil has contributed to applied microbiological research, particularly in:

  • Probiotics & Gut Health

  • Soil Microbiology

  • Environmental Microbiology

📄 Notable Publications:

  • Improving the Gut Microbiota with Probiotics and FMT – J. Pure & Applied Microbiology (2021)

  • Soil Beneficial Bacteria Studies in Saswad & Ketkawale Regions (2017)

👩‍🏫 Professional Experience:

  • 🌟 14+ years of teaching and research experience

  • Assistant Professor (Microbiology) at P.D.E.A.’s Waghire College, Saswad – 8 years

  • Former lecturer at MJ College Jalgaon and Dnyansarita Institute

  • Currently a Senior Research Fellow (SARTHI CSMNRF) since 2022

🏆 Awards & Recognitions:

  • 🥈 Multiple Second Prizes in National & International Poster Competitions (2006–2022)

  • 🥉 Third Prize – International Conference on Microbiology & Environmental Sciences (2021)

  • 🎯 Participant – Avishkar University Research Competition, SPPU Pune (2022)

💻 Skills:

  • Proficient in microbiology lab techniques and basic computer applications (MS-CIT certified)

  • Multilingual: Fluent in English, Hindi, and Marathi

Publication:

  • Improving the Gut Microbiota with Probiotics and Faecal Microbiota Transplantation
    Yogita M. Patil, Rajashree B. Patwardhan, Pragati S. Abhyankar
    Journal of Pure and Applied Microbiology, Vol. 15, No. 3, pp.

Yi Wang | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

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Dr Yi Wang | Environmental Science |  Best Researcher Award

Assistant Agricultural Scientist at  Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station, United States

Dr. Yi Wang is an Assistant Scientist in the Department of Analytical Chemistry at the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station. He earned his Ph.D. in Chemistry from the University of Texas at El Paso in 2020 and holds a B.S. in Chemistry from the University of Science and Technology of China.

Profile:

🎓 Education:

  • Ph.D. in Chemistry (2020) – University of Texas at El Paso
  • B.S. in Chemistry (2012) – University of Science and Technology of China

👨‍🔬 Professional Experience:

  • Assistant Scientist (2022–Present) – Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station
  • Postdoctoral Scientist (2020–2022) – Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station
  • Research & Graduate Assistant (2015–2020) – University of Texas at El Paso

🌱 Research Focus:

Dr. Wang specializes in the application of nanotechnology in agriculture, enhancing crop nutrition, disease resistance, and environmental safety. His work also explores the interactions between nanomaterials and plants, using advanced analytical techniques to improve agrochemical formulations and assess the impact of contaminants like PFAS and microplastics.

🏆 Research Grants & Projects:

  • PI: USDA NIFA AFRI-funded research on agro-nanomaterials ($299,541)
  • Co-PI: Nanoparticle-based crop disease management ($729,000)
  • Collaborator on multiple high-impact projects totaling millions in research funding

📚 Professional Contributions:

  • Editorial Board Member: ACS Agricultural Science and Technology, Plant Nano Biology, Agronomy
  • Reviewer: Top-tier journals like Environmental Science & Technology, Soil Biology & Biochemistry, and Scientific Reports
  • USDA-NIFA Proposal Panel Reviewer

🏅 Honors & Awards:

  • Sustainable Nanotechnology Organization (SNO) Student Award (2018)
  • University of California CEIN Travel Award (2019)
  • Dodson Research Grant (2021)

🎓 Teaching & Mentorship:

  • Taught General Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, and Inorganic Chemistry at the University of Texas at El Paso
  • Mentor for Yale Conservation Scholars Program (2022, 2024)

🌍 Community Engagement:

  • Judge at Sigma Xi Student Research Conference
  • Presenter & Committee Member at Plant Science Day Events

Citations:

Citations: 1,099 (1,063 since 2020)
h-index: 21 (20 since 2020)
i10-index: 31 (30 since 2020)

Publication Top Notes:

  • Improvement of Nutrient Elements and Allicin Content in Green Onion (Allium fistulosum) Plants Exposed to CuO Nanoparticles
  • Copper Nanowires as Nanofertilizers for Alfalfa Plants: Understanding Nano-Bio Systems Interactions from Microbial Genomics, Plant Molecular Responses, and Spectroscopic Studies
  • Foliar Exposure of Cu(OH)₂ Nanopesticide to Basil (Ocimum basilicum): Variety-Dependent Copper Translocation and Biochemical Responses
  • Bok Choy (Brassica rapa) Grown in Copper Oxide Nanoparticles-Amended Soils Exhibits Toxicity in a Phenotype-Dependent Manner: Translocation, Biodistribution, and Nutritional Impact
  • Copper Oxide (CuO) Nanoparticles Affect Yield, Nutritional Quality, and Auxin-Associated Gene Expression in Weedy and Cultivated Rice (Oryza sativa L.) Grains
  • Enhancing Agrichemical Delivery and Plant Development with Biopolymer-Based Stimuli-Responsive Core–Shell Nanostructures
  • Evaluation of the Effects of Nanomaterials on Rice (Oryza sativa L.) Responses: Underlining the Benefits of Nanotechnology for Agricultural Applications
  • Factors Affecting Fate and Transport of Engineered Nanomaterials in Terrestrial Environments
  • Therapeutic Delivery of Nanoscale Sulfur to Suppress Disease in Tomatoes: In Vitro Imaging and Orthogonal Mechanistic Investigation
  • Effects of Different Surface-Coated nTiO₂ on Full-Grown Carrot Plants: Impacts on Root Splitting, Essential Elements, and Ti Uptake
  • Growth, Gas Exchange, and Mineral Nutrients of Ornamental Grasses Irrigated with Saline Water
  • Unlocking the Potential of Nano-Enabled Precision Agriculture for Efficient and Sustainable Farming
  • Soil and Foliar Exposure of Soybean (Glycine max) to Cu: Nanoparticle Coating-Dependent Plant Responses
  • Impact of Engineered Nanomaterials on Rice (Oryza sativa L.): A Critical Review of Current Knowledge
  • Lignin Nanoparticles as Delivery Systems to Facilitate Translocation of Methoxyfenozide in Soybean (Glycine max)
  • Metabolomic Analysis Reveals Dose-Dependent Alteration of Maize (Zea mays L.) Metabolites and Mineral Nutrient Profiles Upon Exposure to Zerovalent Iron Nanoparticles
  • Engineering Climate-Resilient Rice Using a Nanobiostimulant-Based “Stress Training” Strategy
  • Differential Physiological and Biochemical Impacts of Nano vs. Micron Cu at Two Phenological Growth Stages in Bell Pepper (Capsicum annuum) Plants
  • Surface-Coated Sulfur Nanoparticles Suppress Fusarium Disease in Field-Grown Tomato: Increased Yield and Nutrient Biofortification
  • Soil-Aged Nano Titanium Dioxide Effects on Full-Grown Carrot: Dose- and Surface-Coating-Dependent Improvements on Growth and Nutrient Quality

 

 

Farnaz almasi | Soil-Vegetable System | Best Researcher Award

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Dr Farnaz almasi |  Soil-Vegetable System |  Best Researcher Award

shoushtar faculty, Iran

Farnaz Almasi is an environmental researcher specializing in bioremediation, pollution control, and environmental health risk assessments. Her work focuses on innovative solutions to mitigate the effects of pollutants in water, soil, and industrial environments, particularly in saline and contaminated areas. Almasi has contributed to several studies on biosurfactant-assisted composting, biodegradation of petroleum, and the health risks associated with environmental contaminants like pesticides and heavy metals. She has published extensively in high-impact journals, including research on the degradation of hazardous chemicals and the health impacts of pollutants in aquatic systems. With a strong background in environmental engineering, Almasi continues to make significant strides in the field of environmental health and pollution management.

 

Publication Profile

🏆 Notable Achievements:

  • Published extensively in high-impact journals, with a focus on biosurfactant-assisted composting, herbicide residue monitoring, and bioremediation using halotolerant bacterial strains.
  • Contributed significantly to studies on health risk assessments related to environmental contaminants, including pesticides and toxic elements.

🧪 Key Research Contributions:

  • Enhanced bioremediation techniques for petroleum-contaminated saline soils.
  • Health risk assessment of herbicides and organochlorine pesticides in water systems.
  • Systematic reviews on the environmental transmission of COVID-19 and arsenic’s role in kidney cancer.

⭐ Key Skills and Expertise:

  • Bioremediation of industrial and saline environments.
  • Risk assessment of environmental pollutants.
  • Advanced oxidation processes for pollutant degradation.

📚 Research Focus:

Farnaz Almasi is a prolific researcher specializing in environmental science and engineering, with a strong emphasis on bioremediation, pollution control, and environmental health risk assessments. Her work often explores innovative solutions for mitigating the effects of pollutants in water, soil, and industrial environments.

Citation Metrics:

Citations:

  • Total Citations: 424
  • Citations Since 2019: 339

h-index:

  • Total h-index: 11
  • h-index Since 2019: 10

i10-index:

  • Total i10-index: 16
  • i10-index Since 2019: 10

Publication Top Note:

  • A comparative study on the removal of phenol from aqueous solutions by electro–Fenton and electro–persulfate processes using iron electrodes
    AR Rahmani, H Rezaeivahidian, M Almasi, A Shabanlo, H Almasi
    Research on Chemical Intermediates 42, 1441-1450 (58 citations, 2016)
  • Removal of turbidity and organic matter from car wash wastewater by electrocoagulation process
    MJ Mohammadi, J Salari, A Takdastan, M Farhadi, P Javanmardi, AR Yari, …
    Desalination and Water Treatment 68, 122-128 (50 citations, 2017)
  • Spatial distribution, ecological and health risk assessment and source identification of atrazine in Shadegan international wetland, Iran
    H Almasi, A Takdastan, N Jaafarzadeh, AA Babaei, YT Birgani, …
    Marine Pollution Bulletin 160, 111569 (48 citations, 2020)
  • Arsenic in drinking water and kidney cancer: a systematic review
    N Jaafarzadeh, A Poormohammadi, H Almasi, Z Ghaedrahmat, F Rahim, …
    Reviews on Environmental Health 38 (2), 255-263 (24 citations, 2023)
  • Activated persulfate by chelating agent Fe·/complex for in situ degradation of phenol: intermediate identification and optimization study
    AR Rahmani, A Poormohammadi, F Zamani, Y Tahmasebi Birgani, S Jorfi, …
    Research on Chemical Intermediates 44, 5501-5519 (24 citations, 2018)
  • A comparative study on the removal of pentachlorophenol using copper-impregnated pumice and zeolite
    AR Rahmani, S Jorfi, G Asgari, F Zamani, H Almasi, Z Masoumi
    Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering 6 (2), 3342-3348 (24 citations, 2018)
  • Modeling and optimization of ciprofloxacin degradation by hybridized potassium persulfate/zero valent-zinc/ultrasonic process
    AR Rahmani, H Rezaei-Vahidian, H Almasi, F Donyagard
    Environmental Processes 4, 563-572 (23 citations, 2017)
  • Effect of silica on the ultrasonic/persulfate process for degradation of Acid Black 1 in aqueous solutions
    AR Rahmani, F Zamani, A Shabanloo, H Almasi
    AVICENNA JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH ENGINEERING 3 (2), 0-0 (17 citations, 2016)
  • Optimization of catalytic ozonation process for removal of reactive black 5 dye using bone char ash modified by magnesium oxide and applying taguchi design
    G Asgari, H Almasi, J Fardmal, F Ghanbari, Z Daraie, S Akbari
    Journal of Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences 24 (122), 252-262 (17 citations, 2015)
  • Optimization of ciprofloxacin antibiotic sonochemical degradation with persulfate activated by nano zero-valent iron by central composite design method
    AR Rahmani, H Almasi, S Bajalan, H Rezaei Vahidian, A Zarei, …
    J. Health 8, 231-245 (11 citations, 2017)
  • Investigation into catalytic potential of marble powder in catalytic ozonation of reactive black 5
    S Akbari, F Ghanbari, H Almasi, G Asgari
    (11 citations, 2017)
  • Removal of 2, 4-dichlorophenol from aqueous solution using ultrasonic/H2O2
    M Sadrnourmohamadi, A Poormohammadi, H Almasi, G Asgari, …
    Desalination and Water Treatment 75, 189-194 (11 citations, 2017)
  • Removal of 2, 4 di-chlorophenol using persulfate activated with ultrasound from aqueous solutions
    A Seid Mohammadi, G Asgari, H Almasi
    Journal of Environmental Health Engineering 1 (4), 259-270 (11 citations, 2014)
  • Herbicide residues in water resources: a scoping review
    S Jorfi, F Rahim, A Rahmani, N Jaafarzadeh, Z Ghaedrahmat, H Almasi, …
    Avicenna Journal of Environmental Health Engineering 8 (2), 126-133 (10 citations, 2021)
  • Biodegradation of Bisphenol A in a saline industrial wastewater using Alcaligenes faecalis strain BPAN5
    A Neisi, AR Rahmani, S Ghafari, S Jorfi, H Almasi
    Desalination and Water Treatment 189, 276-282 (10 citations, 2020)
  • Investigation of sonochemical oxidation process in the presence of SiO2, CuSO4 and Na2SO4 in removal of acid black1 azo dye from aqueous solution
    HA R Rahmani, Z Masoumi, A Shabanlo, S Akbari
    Journal of Rafsanjan University of Medical Sciences 13 (12), 1115-1128 (10 citations, 2015)
  • The study of phenol removal from aqueous solutions using oxidizing agents of peroxide hydrogen, persulfate and periodate activated by ultrasound
    H Almasi, G Asgari, M Leili, Z Sharifi, A Seid-Mohammadi
    Journal of Rafsanjan University of Medical Sciences 15 (9), 835-848 (9 citations, 2017)
  • Monitoring and health risk assessment of organochlorine pesticides in Karun River and drinking water Ahvaz city, South West of Iran
    S Jorfi, A Poormohammadi, E Maraghi, H Almasi
    Toxin Reviews 41 (2), 361-369 (8 citations, 2022)
  • Sonochemical oxidation of phenol using persulfate activated by zerovalent iron nanoparticles in aqueous environments
    R Shokouhi, Y Poureshgh, H Almasi, A Shabanloo
    J Occup Environ Health 2 (1), 7-17 (7 citations, 2016)
  • Application of a moving bed biofilm reactor in removal of ciprofloxacin from real hospital effluent: effect of operational conditions
    R Shokoohi, H Almasi, M Sedighi, Z Daraee, S Akbari
    Avicenna Journal of Environmental Health Engineering 4 (2), 19-23 (6 citations, 2017)

 

 

Li He | Land | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr Li  He |  Land |  Best Researcher Award

Lecturer at  Hunan Normal University, China

Dr. Li He is a Lecturer at Hunan Normal University. She holds a Ph.D. in Public Policy from the City University of Hong Kong and a Master’s degree from Beijing Normal University. Her research focuses on urban governance, environmental economics, and sustainable urbanization. Dr. He has received several academic awards, including the Outstanding Doctoral Research Award in 2023. She has published over 10 papers in leading journals, such as Cities and Environmental Impact Assessment Review. Additionally, she is a reviewer for multiple SSCI journals and will soon serve as a guest editor for a Q1 SSCI indexed journal.

 

Publication Profile

Academic Background:

Dr. Li He is a Lecturer at Hunan Normal University. She earned her Ph.D. from the College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences, City University of Hong Kong, and holds a Master’s degree from Beijing Normal University. Her research achievements have earned her multiple awards, including the Outstanding Doctoral Research Award and Outstanding Research Thesis Award in 2023.

Research Focus:

Dr. He specializes in public policy, urban governance, environmental economics, and sustainable urbanization. She has participated in several national and provincial-level research projects and has published over 10 journal papers and book chapters. Her work often employs economic modeling to explore urban policy and sustainability.

Publications:

Dr. He has contributed to notable publications such as:

  • Cities (SSCI Indexed, IF=6.7)
  • Environmental Impact Assessment Review (SSCI Indexed, IF=7.9)
  • Sustainability (SCIE & SSCI Indexed, IF=3.9)

Publication Top Note:

  • Assessing the Impact of Pollution on Urban Scale in China: A New Perspective from Residents’ Health
    Sustainability, 2023-11
    DOI: 10.3390/su152215984
    Contributors: Li HE, Xukun Zhang
  • 中国省份要素替代弹性估计及增长效应研究
    中国经济问题, 2022-07
    DOI: 10.19365/j.issn1000-4181.2022.04.09
    Contributors: Li HE, 吕光明
  • Examining the Relations of Income Inequality and Carbon Productivity
    Sustainable Production and Consumption, 2022-05
    DOI: 10.1016/j.spc.2022.01.027
    Contributors: Mengbing Du, Li HE, Mengxue Zhao, Jie Wang, Yu Cao, Heng Li
  • The Distribution Effect of Urbanization
    Habitat International, 2022-05
    DOI: 10.1016/j.habitatint.2022.102544
    Contributors: Li HE, Xiaoling Zhang
  • Policies for Science, Technology, and Innovation
    Innovation Management and Growth in Emerging Economies, 2021
    DOI: 10.4018/978-1-7998-4195-1.ch004
    Contributors: Li HE, Xukun Zhang
  • Heterogeneity of the Environmental Kuznets Curve across Chinese Cities
    Ecological Indicators, 2021-11
    DOI: 10.1016/j.ecolind.2021.108128
    Contributors: Li HE, Xiaoling Zhang, Yaxue Yan
  • Farmland Rental Participation, Agricultural Productivity, and Household Income
    Land, 2021-09
    DOI: 10.3390/land10090899
    Contributors: Wenjing Han, Zhengfeng Zhang, Xiaoling Zhang, Li HE

 

 

Anelia Iantcheva | Agricultural Science | Excellence in Research

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Prof Anelia  Iantcheva |   Agricultural Science  |  Excellence in Research

Prof. Principal Investigator at  AgroBioInstitute, Agricultural Academy,  Bulgaria

Prof. Anelia Iantcheva is a distinguished researcher in plant genetics and biotechnology, currently serving as a Professor and Principal Investigator at the Agrobioinstitute of the Agricultural Academy in Bulgaria. She obtained her Master’s degree from Sofia University in 1987, followed by a Ph.D. in 1997 and a DSc in 2019 from the Agricultural Academy.

 

Publication Profile

Academic Background:

Prof. Iantcheva earned her Master’s degree from Sofia University in 1987, followed by a Ph.D. from the Agricultural Academy, Bulgaria in 1997, and a DSc degree in 2019. She became a professor and principal investigator at Agrobioinstitute in 2022.

Research Focus:

Her expertise lies in plant genetics, genomics, transcriptomics, molecular biology, and biotechnology of model and grain and forage legumes.

Research Contributions:

Prof. Iantcheva has coordinated several EU-funded projects, including Horizon 2020 “Legumes Translated” and the ongoing Horizon Europe “Legume Generation.” She has published 64 articles in indexed journals and contributed chapters to five books on somatic embryogenesis and genetic transformation.

Innovations:

Her research has led to the development of efficient plant regeneration systems and insertional mutant collections in Medicago truncatula, laying the groundwork for functional genomics in legumes. She has also innovated a low-temperature pre-treatment method for soybean seeds to enhance agricultural practices.

Publication Top Notes

  1. A novel Microbacterium strain SRS2 promotes the growth of Arabidopsis and MicroTom (S. lycopersicum) under normal and salt stress conditions
    • Journal: Planta
    • Publication Date: October 2024
    • DOI: 10.1007/s00425-024-04510-2
    • Contributors: Ho Manh Tuong, Sonia García Méndez, Michiel Vandecasteele, Anne Willems, Anelia Iantcheva, Pham Bich Ngoc, Do Tien Phat, Chu Hoang Ha, Sofie Goormachtig.
  2. Transcriptional and Metabolic Profiling of Arabidopsis thaliana Transgenic Plants Expressing Histone Acetyltransferase HAC1 upon the Application of Abiotic Stress—Salt and Low Temperature
    • Journal: Metabolites
    • Publication Year: 2023
    • DOI: 10.3390/metabo13090994
    • EID: 2-s2.0-85172238091
    • Contributors: T. Ivanova, I. Dincheva, I. Badjakov, A. Iantcheva.
  3. Transition to legume-supported farming in Europe through redesigning cropping systems
    • Journal: Agronomy for Sustainable Development
    • Publication Year: 2023
    • DOI: 10.1007/s13593-022-00861-w
    • EID: 2-s2.0-85146474358
    • Contributors: I. Notz, C.F.E. Topp, J. Schuler, S. Alves, L.A. Gallardo, J. Dauber, T. Haase, P.R. Hargreaves, M. Hennessy, A. Iantcheva, et al.
  4. Auxin and stringolactone interaction in extreme phosphate conditions
    • Book Chapter: In Agricultural Biocatalysis: Biological and Chemical Applications
    • Publication Year: 2022
    • EID: 2-s2.0-85142565230
    • ISBN: 9781000635287, 9781003313144
    • Contributors: M. Revalska, A. Iantcheva.
  5. Functional characterization of Medicago truncatula GRAS7, a member of the GRAS family transcription factors, in response to abiotic stress
    • Journal: Biotechnology and Biotechnological Equipment
    • Publication Year: 2022
    • DOI: 10.1080/13102818.2022.2074893
    • EID: 2-s2.0-85130201236
    • Contributors: M. Revalska, M. Radkova, A. Iantcheva.
  6. Legumes in natural post-fire successions of forest meadows and pastures in Northern Bulgaria
    • Journal: Thaiszia Journal of Botany
    • Publication Year: 2022
    • DOI: 10.33542/TJB2022-1-05
    • EID: 2-s2.0-85133384347
    • Contributors: G. Naydenova, M. Radkova, A. Iantcheva.
  7. Long-lasting low temperature pretreatment of soybean seeds enhances plant field performance and content of free metabolites
    • Journal: Bulgarian Journal of Agricultural Science
    • Publication Year: 2022
    • EID: 2-s2.0-85143811831
    • Contributors: G. Naidenova, I. Dincheva, I. Badjakov, M. Radkova, M. Revalska, A. Iantcheva.
  8. Moldovan soybean varieties testing in the condition of North Bulgaria
    • Journal: Bulgarian Journal of Agricultural Science
    • Publication Year: 2022
    • EID: 2-s2.0-85127731032
    • Contributors: G. Naydenova, M. Radkova, A. Iantcheva.

 

Rajesh Kumar Prasad | Soil | Best Researcher Award

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Dr Rajesh Kumar Prasad | Soil |  Best Researcher Award

Manager-R&D at  Gruner Renewable Energy Pvt. Ltd.,  India

Dr. Rajesh Kumar Prasad holds a Ph.D. in Biotechnology and an M.Sc. in Biotechnology. With a solid background in microbiology and bioenergy, he has developed a strong expertise in R&D, driving innovation and efficient management in scientific projects. His career objective is to actively contribute to research that advances both organizational goals and the broader scientific community, while continuously expanding his knowledge and skills. Rajesh also possesses a range of organizational, statistical, and soft skills, making him a versatile professional in the dynamic field of biotechnology.

Publication Profile

Education:

  • Ph.D. (Biotechnology) — Assam University, Silchar, India (2015-2020)
  • M.Sc. (Biotechnology) — Lovely Professional University, Punjab, India (2011-2013)
  • B.Sc. (Zoology) — D.H.S. K College, Dibrugarh, India (2008-2011)

Work Experience:

Manager-R&D
Gruner Renewable Energy Pvt. Ltd., Noida, India — April 2024 – Present

  • Leading R&D for bioenergy projects, including biogas and bio-CNG production optimization.

Assistant Manager-R&D
Gruner Renewable Energy Pvt. Ltd., Noida, India — June 2023 – March 2024

  • Supported bioenergy technology development, mass balance analysis, and process optimization.

Scientific Officer
REVY Environmental Solution Pvt. Ltd., Gujarat, India — Sept 2022 – May 2023

  • Managed an environmental and microbiological lab, overseeing R&D for biogas and waste treatment.

Research Associate
Tezpur University, Assam, India — April 2022 – June 2022

  • Contributed to bioenergy and anaerobic digestion technology projects for renewable energy promotion.

Senior Research Fellow
Defence Research Laboratory, DRDO, Tezpur, Assam — June 2016 – Nov 2018

  • Characterized insect gut bacteria for cellulase gene analysis and waste degradation efficiency.

Skills:

  • Process Development & Writeup for Bio-CNG Plants: Provided solutions for bio-CNG plants, optimizing various biomass feedstocks like Napier grass, paddy straw, jute waste, and food waste.
  • Anaerobic Digestion Technology: Expertise in biogas optimization, BMP analysis, and wastewater treatment, with experience reducing CO2, H2S, and COD/BOD levels in industrial wastewater.
  • Microbiology & Molecular Biology: Proficient in microbiological techniques, cellulase gene characterization, enzyme assays, bacterial DNA isolation, and bacteriophage characterization.
  • Project Management: Strong skills in managing R&D projects, technical report writing, and SOP formulation. Successfully coordinated cross-functional teams in bioenergy projects.
  • Bioinformatics & Data Science: Experience with bioinformatics tools such as nBLAST and MEGA-X. Proficient in data analysis using Origin 8 and GraphPad Prism.
  • Soft Skills & Technical Writing: Skilled in research article preparation, report drafting, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.
  • Languages: Fluent in Hindi, English, and Assamese.

Rajesh Kumar Prasad’s Citation Metrics:

  • Citations: 353 (from 348 documents)
  • Publications: 8 documents
  • h-index: 6

Publication Top Notes

1. A comprehensive pre-treatment strategy evaluation of ligno-hemicellulosic biomass to enhance biogas potential in the anaerobic digestion process
Prasad, R.K., Sharma, A., Mazumder, P.B., Dhussa, A.
RSC Sustainability, 2024, 2(9), pp. 2444–2467

2. Cold adaptation in bacteria with special focus on cellulase production and its potential application
Gupta, S.K., Kataki, S., Chatterjee, S., Dwivedi, S.K., Gupta, D.K.
Journal of Cleaner Production, 2020, 258, 120351

3. Isolation and characterisation of a lytic bacteriophage from wastewater and its application in pathogen reduction
Sharma, S., Datta, S., Chatterjee, S., Das, B., Vanlalhmuaka
Defence Life Science Journal, 2020, 5(2), pp. 80–86

4. Characterization of Bacillus Species with Keratinase and Cellulase Properties Isolated from Feather Dumping Soil and Cockroach Gut
Sharma, S., Prasad, R.K., Chatterjee, S., Vairale, M.G., Yadav, K.K.
Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences India Section B – Biological Sciences, 2019, 89(3), pp. 1079–1086

5. Study on cellulase (β-1,4-endoglucanase) activity of gut bacteria of Sitophilus oryzae in cellulosic waste biodegradation
Prasad, R.K., Chatterjee, S., Mazumder, P.B., Vairale, M.G., Dwivedi, S.K.
Bioresource Technology Reports, 2019, 7, 100274

6. Bioethanol production from waste lignocelluloses: A review on microbial degradation potential
Prasad, R.K., Chatterjee, S., Mazumder, P.B., Dwivedi, S.K., Gupta, D.K.
Chemosphere, 2019, 231, pp. 588–606

7. Insect Gut Bacteria and Their Potential Application in Degradation of Lignocellulosic Biomass: A Review
Prasad, R.K., Chatterjee, S., Sharma, S., Vairale, M.G., Raju, P.S.
Energy, Environment, and Sustainability, 2018, pp. 277–299

8. Bacteriophages and its applications: an overview
Sharma, S., Chatterjee, S., Datta, S., Prasad, R.K., Vairale, M.G.
Folia Microbiologica, 2017, 62(1), pp. 17–55