Ketema Tulu | Soil | Best Industrial Research Award

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Dr. Ketema Tulu | Soil | Best Industrial Research Award

Institute of Pharmaceutical Science, Ethiopia

📚 Dr. Ketema Tafess Tulu is an Associate Professor specializing in Microbial Genomics, with a strong academic and research background in pharmaceutical and microbial sciences. His work focuses on genomic characterization, microbial diversity, and the application of genomic tools in health and environmental microbiology. He actively contributes to national and international scientific communities through research, publication, and collaboration.

Profile:

🎓 Academic Background:

  • Ph.D. in Microbial Genomics, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (2020)

  • Postgraduate Diploma in Vaccinology, Pasteur Institute, France (2013)

  • M.Sc. in Tropical & Infectious Diseases, Addis Ababa University (2010)

  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM), Addis Ababa University (2006)

🎖 Awards & Recognition:

  • The Hong Kong Fellowship Award (2016–2019)

  • Certificate of Outstanding Graduate, Addis Ababa University (2010 & 2006)

  • Vaccinology Scholarship – Pasteur Institute, Paris (2013)

📚 Professional Appointments:

  • Director, Institute of Pharmaceutical Science, ASTU (2021–present)

  • Vice Director, Research & Publication, Arsi University (2015–2016)

  • Vice Dean, Research & Community Service, Arsi University (2014–2015)

  • Department Head, Veterinary Sciences, Gondar University (2007–2008)

🔬 Research Projects (Selected):

  • EpiGen-Ethiopia: Co-PI – Scalable pathogen genomic epidemiology (2023–2028)

  • Bioprospecting Streptomyces: PI – Antibiotic-producing bacteria (2022–2025)

  • Metal Nanoparticles & Indigenous Plants: PI – Antimicrobial and antimalarial studies (2022–2023)

  • TB Diagnostic Innovation: Co-PI – Drug-resistant tuberculosis validation (2016–2019)

🧪 Laboratory & Institutional Development:

  • Led establishment of Microbiology & Natural Product Labs at ASTU

  • Chair of capacity building for the EDCF project in collaboration with Seoul National University

  • Coordinated procurement for 12 research labs under ASTU’s Pharmaceutical Science Institute

🌍 Membership & Editorial Roles:

  • Founder & Editor-in-Chief, Journal of Technology and Innovative Knowledge

  • Member of Ethiopian Society of Tropical and Infectious Diseases, Ethiopian Medical Association, and Ethiopian Veterinary Association

Citation:

  • Total Citations: 626 (by 605 documents)

  • Total Documents: 28

  • h-index: 12

Publication Top Notes:

  • Bioprospecting secondary metabolites with antimicrobial properties from soil bacteria in high-temperature ecosystems
    Microbial Cell Factories, 2024-12-19.
    DOI: 10.1186/s12934-024-02589-6

  • Diversity of culturable bacterial isolates and their potential as antimicrobial agents against human pathogens from Afar region, Ethiopia
    Microbiology Spectrum, 2024-11-05.
    DOI: 10.1128/spectrum.01810-24

  • Genetic mechanisms of co-emergence of INH-resistant Mycobacterium tuberculosis strains during the standard course of antituberculosis therapy
    Microbiology Spectrum, 2024-03-11.
    DOI: 10.1128/spectrum.02133-23

  • Evaluation of the effect of therapeutic durations on small ruminant bacterial pneumonia
    BMC Veterinary Research, 2024-02-24.
    DOI: 10.1186/s12917-024-03917-z

  • Isolation and Antimicrobial Resistance Patterns of Bacterial Pathogens from Community-Acquired Pneumonia at Adama Hospital Medical College, Adama, Ethiopia
    Journal of Tropical Medicine, 2024-01.
    DOI: 10.1155/2024/8710163

  • Review on Desirable Microbial Phytases as a Poultry Feed Additive: Their Sources, Production, Enzymatic Evaluation, Market Size, and Regulation
    International Journal of Microbiology, 2024-01.
    DOI: 10.1155/2024/9400374

  • Citric Acid Catalyst-Assisted Bioactive Glass with Hydrogen Peroxide for In Vitro Bioactivity and Biodegradability Using Sol-Gel Method
    International Journal of Biomaterials, 2023-10-27.
    DOI: 10.1155/2023/9911205

  • Spatiotemporal Distribution of Tuberculosis in the Oromia Region of Ethiopia: A Hotspot Analysis
    Tropical Medicine and Infectious Disease, 2023-09.
    DOI: 10.3390/tropicalmed8090437

  • Identification of serotypes of Mannheimia haemolytica and Pasteurella multocida from pneumonic cases of sheep and goats and their antimicrobial sensitivity profiles in Borana and Arsi zones, Ethiopia
    Scientific Reports, 2023-06-02.
    DOI: 10.1038/s41598-023-36026-2

 

Mohammad Reza Pahlavan Rad | Soil Science | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Mohammad Reza Pahlavan Rad | Soil Science | Best Researcher Award

Agricultural Research Education And Extension Organization (AREEO), Iran

Dr. Mohammad Reza Pahlavan-Rad is an Associate Professor at the Soil and Water Research Department of AREEO, Gorgan, Iran. He holds a Ph.D. in Soil Science from Gorgan University of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources, with a specialization in digital soil mapping, soil salinity, and machine learning applications in soil science.

Profile:

🎓 Education:

  • Ph.D. in Soil Science, Gorgan University of Agricultural Sciences & Natural Resources (2014)
    Thesis: Mapping and Updating Soil Map Using Random Forest and Multinomial Logistic Regression

  • M.S. in Soil Science, Gorgan University of Agricultural Sciences & Natural Resources (2006)
    Thesis: Effects of Irrigation Systems on Soil Moisture, Salinity, and Nutrient Uptake in Wheat

  • B.S. in Soil Science, Guilan University (1998)

👨‍🏫 Academic Positions:

  • Associate Professor, Dept. of Soil Science (2023–Present)

  • Assistant Professor, Dept. of Soil Science (2014–2023)

🔬 Research Focus:

Dr. Pahlavan-Rad’s work specializes in digital soil mapping, soil salinity modeling, soil texture and organic carbon prediction, and application of machine learning (e.g., Random Forest, MLR) in soil science. His regional expertise includes arid and floodplain landscapes in Iran and collaborative research in Europe, particularly the Czech Republic.

Citation Metrics:

  • Total Citations: 1,132

  • Citations Since 2020: 833

  • h-index: 13 (since 2020: 12)

  • i10-index: 15 (since 2020: 14)

Publication Top Notes:

  • Updating Soil Survey Maps Using Random Forest and Conditioned Latin Hypercube Sampling in the Loess Derived Soils of Northern Iran
    Geoderma, 232, 97–106. (2014)

  • Development and Analysis of the Soil Water Infiltration Global Database
    Earth System Science Data, 10(3), 1237–1263. (2018)

  • Response of Wheat Plants to Zinc, Iron, and Manganese Applications and Uptake and Concentration of Zinc, Iron, and Manganese in Wheat Grains
    Communications in Soil Science and Plant Analysis, 40(7–8), 1322–1332. (2009)

  • Spatial Variability of Soil Texture Fractions and pH in a Flood Plain (Case Study from Eastern Iran)
    Catena, 160, 275–281. (2018)

  • Application of Artificial Neural Networks to Predict the Final Fruit Weight and Random Forest to Select Important Variables in Native Population of Melon (Cucumis melo L.)
    Scientia Horticulturae, 181, 108–112. (2015)

  • Prediction of Soil Water Infiltration Using Multiple Linear Regression and Random Forest in a Dry Flood Plain, Eastern Iran
    Catena, 194, 104715. (2020)

  • Legacy Soil Maps as a Covariate in Digital Soil Mapping: A Case Study from Northern Iran
    Geoderma, 279, 141–148. (2016)

  • Predicting Regional Spatial Distribution of Soil Texture in Floodplains Using Remote Sensing Data: A Case of Southeastern Iran
    Catena, 182, 104149. (2019)

  • Predicting Soil Organic Carbon Concentrations in a Low Relief Landscape, Eastern Iran
    Geoderma Regional, 15, e00195. (2018)

  • Digital Soil Mapping of Deltaic Soils: A Case of Study from Hirmand (Helmand) River Delta
    Geoderma, 313, 233–240. (2018)

  • Effects of Potassium Rates and Irrigation Regimes on Yield of Forage Sorghum in Arid Regions
    International Journal of Agronomy and Agricultural Research, 6(4), 207–212. (2015)

  • Digital Soil Mapping Using Random Forest Model in Golestan Province
    Journal of Water and Soil Conservation, 21(6), 73–93. (2015)

  • Prediction of Soil Properties Using Random Forest with Sparse Data in a Semi-Active Volcanic Mountain
    Eurasian Soil Science, 53(9), 1222–1233. (2020)

  • Effects of Application of Zn, Fe and Mn on Yield, Yield Component, Nutrient Concentration and Uptake in Wheat Grain
    Pajouhesh & Sazandegi, 79, 142–150. (2008)

  • Nutrient Uptake, Soil and Plant Nutrient Contents, and Yield Components of Wheat Plants Under Different Planting Systems and Various Irrigation Frequencies
    Journal of Plant Nutrition, 34(8), 1133–1143. (2011)

  • Application of Generalized Additive Model and Classification and Regression Tree to Estimate Potential Habitat Distribution of Range Plant Species (Case Study: Khazri …)
    Iranian Journal of Range and Desert Research, 27(3), 561–576. (2020)

  • Application of Random Forest Method for Predicting Soil Classes in Low Relief Lands (Case Study: Hirmand County)
    Journal of Water and Soil Conservation, 24(1), 67–84. (2017)

  • Spatial Prediction of WRB Soil Classes in an Arid Floodplain Using Multinomial Logistic Regression and Random Forest Models, South-East of Iran
    Arabian Journal of Geosciences, 13, 1–11. (2020)

  • Digital Soil Mapping of Soil Classes in Floodplain and Low Relief Lands (Case Study: Hirmand County)
    Journal of Water and Soil Resources Conservation, 9(4), 107–120. (2020)

  • Digital Soil Mapping Using Machine Learning-Based Methods to Predict Soil Organic Carbon in Two Different Districts in the Czech Republic
    Soil & Water Research, 19(1). (2024)

  • Predicting Spatial Variability of Soil Salinity and Clay Content Using Geostatistics and Artificial Neural Networks Methods (Short Technical Report)
    Journal of Soil Management and Sustainable Production, 6(1), 247–254. (2016)

  • Responses of Wheat Plants in Terms of Soil Water Content, Bulk Density, Salinity, and Root Growth Under Different Planting Systems and Various Irrigation Frequencies
    Journal of Plant Nutrition, 33(6), 874–888. (2010)

  • Digital Modeling of Surface and Subsurface Soil Salinity in Golestan Province, Iran
    Geoderma Regional, 37, e00800. (2024)

  • Modeling Wheat Yield Using Some Soil Properties at the Field Scale (Case Study: Sistan Dam Research Farm, University of Zabol)
    Agricultural Engineering, 44(1), 81–95. (2021)

  • Preparation of Three-Dimensional Maps of Soil Particle Size Fractions by Combining Quantile Regression Forest Algorithm and Spline Depth Function in Golestan Province
    Iranian Journal of Soil and Water Research, 55(1), 51–68. (2024)

 

Ayoub Lazaar | Soil Science | Best Researcher Award | 3887

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Dr. Ayoub Lazaar |  Soil Science | Best Researcher Award

Postdoctoral Researcher at Center for Sustainable soil Sciences, College for Sustainable Agriculture and Environmental Science, Mohammed VI Polytechnic University Of Benguerir, Morocco

Dr. Ayoub Lazaar is a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Center for Sustainable Soil Sciences (C3S), Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P), Morocco. He holds a Ph.D. in Geology and Geo-Environment and specializes in soil science, pedology, remote sensing, GIS, and spectroscopy (Vis-NIR/MIR). His research focuses on soil salinity assessment, spectral diagnostics of degradation, and geospatial modeling for sustainable land management. He has authored several peer-reviewed publications and developed Morocco’s first Vis-NIR soil spectral library. Dr. Lazaar has also led over 100 environmental impact assessments in his previous consultancy role. His innovations support precision agriculture and environmental sustainability in arid and semi-arid regions.

Profile:

🎓 Academic & Professional Background:

Dr. Ayoub Lazaar holds a Ph.D. in Geology and Geo-Environment and is currently a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Center for Sustainable Soil Sciences (C3S), UM6P. His expertise spans soil science, remote sensing, GIS, spectroscopy (Vis-NIR/MIR), geochemistry, and clay mineralogy. He has conducted over 100 Environmental Impact Assessments during his time as Lead Manager at ADA-Consulting.

🔬 Research Focus & Innovations:

  • 🧪 Soil salinity assessment using MIR spectroscopy and machine learning

  • 🛰️ Geospatial modeling for sustainable land management

  • 🔍 Spectral diagnostics of soil degradation in arid/semi-arid zones

  • 📚 Published 6+ peer-reviewed articles (2 under review)

  • 📊 Built the first Vis-NIR soil spectral library in the Triffa plain, Morocco

  • 🛠️ Developed low-cost sensors now adopted by FAO programs

🌍 Contributions & Impact:

Dr. Lazaar’s research bridges lab science with field applications, promoting cost-effective soil health diagnostics and sustainable agricultural practices. His latest focus includes developing pedotransfer functions for salinity prediction and analyzing groundwater quality in the Mediterranean region using advanced GIS and statistical tools.

🌐 Professional Affiliations:

  • IUSS (International Union of Soil Sciences)

  • SSSA (Soil Science Society of America)

  • EGU (European Geosciences Union)

  • CESFRA, UM6P

  • ASSS, MARS, and FAO Soil Spectroscopy Groups

Publication Top Notes:

  1. The application of proximal visible and near-infrared spectroscopy to estimate soil organic matter on the Triffa Plain of Morocco
    Lazaar, A., Mouazen, A.M., El Hammouti, K., Fullen, M., Pradhan, B., Memon, M.S., et al.
    International Soil and Water Conservation Research, 8(2), 195–204. (2020). [Citations: 35]

  2. Potential of VIS-NIR spectroscopy to characterize and discriminate topsoils of different soil types in the Triffa Plain (Morocco)
    Lazaar, A., Mahyou, H., Asagholizadeh, A., El Hammouti, K., et al.
    Soil Science Annual, 70(1), 54–63. (2019). [Citations: 14]

  3. The manifestation of VIS-NIRS spectroscopy data to predict and map soil texture in the Triffa Plain (Morocco)
    Lazaar, A., Pradhan, B., Zakariae, N., Abdelali, G., El Hammouti, K., Karim, A., et al.
    Kuwait Journal of Science, 48(1), 111–121. (2021). [Citations: 9]

  4. Physicochemical and mineralogical characterization of the Mediterranean soils of Triffa Plain (Northeast Morocco) by physicochemical analysis, X-ray diffraction and VIS spectroscopy
    Lazaar, A., El Hammouti, K., Andich, K., Hadria, R.
    ACM Conference Proceedings, (2020).

  5. Apport de la télédétection hyperspectrale dans la cartographie et la caractérisation des sols du Maroc Oriental
    Lazaar, A.
    (French publication), 2017.

 

Subhan Danish | Soil Science | Best Researcher Award

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Dr Subhan Danish |  Soil Science | Best Researcher Award

Senior Scientist at Pesticide Quality Control Laboratory, Pakistan

Dr. Subhan Danish is a renowned agricultural researcher and Senior Scientist specializing in Soil Science. With a Ph.D. in Agriculture (Soil Science) from Bahauddin Zakariya University (BZU), Multan, he has achieved notable academic milestones, including a Gold Medal for his M.Sc. (Hons.) and numerous awards.

Profile:

Education:

  • Ph.D. in Agriculture (Soil Science): BZU, Multan (2014–2020).
  • M.Sc. (Hons.) in Agriculture (Soil Science): BZU, Multan (Gold Medalist, 2012–2014).
  • B.Sc. (Hons.) in Agriculture (Soil Science): BZU, Multan (2008–2012).

Key Achievements:

  • Ranked among the World’s Top 2% Scientists (2022-2024, Stanford University).
  • Editor of influential books, including Sustainable Agriculture Reviews 61 (Springer Nature) and Updates on Organic Farming (IntechOpen).
  • Guest lecturer at leading institutions such as Mendel University, Czech Republic, and Ankara University, Turkey.

Professional Memberships:

  • International Society of Soil Science.
  • American Society of Agronomy.

Research Focus:

Dr. Danish’s research spans:

  • Sustainable agriculture and soil fertility.
  • Climate change adaptation in crop production.
  • Biochar applications and non-coding RNA in plants.

Citations:

Citations: 7,981 (7,604 since 2020)
h-index: 49 (47 since 2020)
i10-index: 153 (151 since 2020)

Publication Top Notes : 

  • Coupling phosphate-solubilizing bacteria with phosphorus supplements improve maize phosphorus acquisition and growth under lime induced salinity stress
    M Adnan, S Fahad, M Zamin, S Shah, IA Mian, S Danish, M Zafar-ul-Hye, …
    Plants 9 (7), 900
    294 citations, 2020
  • Co-application of ACC-deaminase producing PGPR and timber-waste biochar improves pigments formation, growth and yield of wheat under drought stress
    S Danish, M Zafar-ul-Hye
    Scientific Reports 9 (1), 5999
    227 citations, 2019
  • Sustainable management with mycorrhizae and phosphate solubilizing bacteria for enhanced phosphorus uptake in calcareous soils
    F Wahid, S Fahad, S Danish, M Adnan, Z Yue, S Saud, MH Siddiqui, …
    Agriculture 10 (8), 334
    217 citations, 2020
  • A critical review of the possible adverse effects of biochar in the soil environment
    M Brtnicky, R Datta, J Holatko, L Bielska, ZM Gusiatin, J Kucerik, …
    Science of the Total Environment 796, 148756
    209 citations, 2021
  • Application of Single Superphosphate with Humic Acid Improves the Growth, Yield and Phosphorus Uptake of Wheat (Triticum aestivum L.) in Calcareous Soil
    M Izhar Shafi, M Adnan, S Fahad, F Wahid, A Khan, Z Yue, S Danish, …
    Agronomy 10 (9), 1224
    208 citations, 2020
  • ACC-deaminase producing plant growth promoting rhizobacteria and biochar mitigate adverse effects of drought stress on maize growth
    S Danish, M Zafar-ul-Hye, F Mohsin, M Hussain
    PLoS One 15 (4), e0230615
    203 citations, 2020
  • Drought Stress Alleviation by ACC Deaminase Producing Achromobacter xylosoxidans and Enterobacter cloacae, with and without Timber Waste Biochar in Maize
    S Danish, M Zafar-ul-Hye, S Fahad, S Saud, M Brtnicky, …
    Sustainability 12 (15), 6286
    183 citations, 2020
  • Potential role of compost mixed biochar with rhizobacteria in mitigating lead toxicity in spinach
    M Zafar-ul-Hye, M Tahzeeb-ul-Hassan, M Abid, S Fahad, M Brtnicky, …
    Scientific Reports 10 (1), 12159
    182 citations, 2020
  • The soil pH and heavy metals revealed their impact on soil microbial community
    M Naz, Z Dai, S Hussain, M Tariq, S Danish, IU Khan, S Qi, D Du
    Journal of Environmental Management 321, 115770
    180 citations, 2022
  • ACC Deaminase Producing PGPR Bacillus amyloliquefaciens and Agrobacterium fabrum along with Biochar Improve Wheat Productivity under Drought Stress
    M Zafar-ul-Hye, S Danish, M Abbas, M Ahmad, TM Munir
    Agronomy 9 (7), 343
    172 citations, 2019
  • Heavy metals immobilization and improvement in maize (Zea mays L.) growth amended with biochar and compost
    M Irfan, M Mudassir, MJ Khan, KM Dawar, D Muhammad, IA Mian, W Ali, …
    Scientific Reports 11 (1), 18416
    152 citations, 2021
  • Zinc nutrition and arbuscular mycorrhizal symbiosis effects on maize (Zea mays L.) growth and productivity
    A Saboor, MA Ali, S Hussain, HA El Enshasy, S Hussain, N Ahmed, …
    Saudi Journal of Biological Sciences 28 (11), 6339-6351
    136 citations, 2021
  • Alleviation of cadmium adverse effects by improving nutrients uptake in bitter gourd through cadmium tolerant rhizobacteria
    M Zafar-ul-Hye, M Naeem, S Danish, S Fahad, R Datta, M Abbas, AA Rahi, …
    Environments 7 (8), 54
    135 citations, 2020
  • Phytohormones as growth regulators during abiotic stress tolerance in plants
    A EL Sabagh, MS Islam, A Hossain, MA Iqbal, M Mubeen, M Waleed, …
    Frontiers in Agronomy 4, 765068
    132 citations, 2022
  • Alleviation of chromium toxicity in maize by Fe fortification and chromium tolerant ACC deaminase producing plant growth promoting rhizobacteria
    S Danish, S Kiran, S Fahad, N Ahmad, MA Ali, FA Tahir, MK Rasheed, …
    Ecotoxicology and Environmental Safety 185, 109706
    121 citations, 2019
  • Mitigation of drought stress in maize through inoculation with drought tolerant ACC deaminase containing PGPR under axenic conditions
    S Danish, M Zafar-Ul-Hye, S Hussain, M Riaz, MF Qayyum
    Pak. J. Bot 52 (1), 49-60
    115 citations, 2020
  • Effects of various biochars on seed germination and carbon mineralization in an alkaline soil
    MF Qayyum, M Abid, S Danish, MK Saeed, MA Ali
    Pak. J. Agric. Sci 51, 977-982
    106 citations, 2015
  • Optimizing nutrient use efficiency, productivity, energetics, and economics of red cabbage following mineral fertilization and biopriming with compatible rhizosphere microbes
    D Sarkar, A Sankar, OS Devika, S Singh, Shikha, M Parihar, A Rakshit, …
    Scientific Reports 11 (1), 15680
    105 citations, 2021
  • Effect of seaweed extract on productivity and quality attributes of four onion cultivars
    M Abbas, J Anwar, M Zafar-ul-Hye, R Iqbal Khan, M Saleem, AA Rahi, …
    Horticulturae 6 (2), 28
    97 citations, 2020
  • Biochar and urease inhibitor mitigate NH3 and N2O emissions and improve wheat yield in a urea fertilized alkaline soil
    K Dawar, S Fahad, MMR Jahangir, I Munir, SS Alam, SA Khan, IA Mian, …
    Scientific Reports 11 (1), 17413
    95 citations, 2021

 

 

Enang Roger Kogge | Soil Science | Excellence in Research

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Dr Enang  Roger Kogge |  Soil Science |  Excellence in Research

Soil Scientist at  University of Dschang,  Cameroon

Dr. Roger Kogge Enang is an esteemed soil scientist with over 14 years of experience in both teaching and research. His extensive work covers essential areas of soil science, including soil fertility management, land evaluation, soil mineralogy, and the remediation of soil pollution. His research contributes to sustainable agricultural practices and environmental conservation, addressing global challenges like food security and climate change.

Publication profile:

🎓 Qualifications & Experience:

Dr. Roger Kogge Enang holds over 14 years of teaching and research experience in soil science and environmental chemistry. He is currently a postdoctoral researcher, actively contributing to scientific advancements in soil fertility, land evaluation, and soil mineralogy. His deep understanding of soil systems has made him a key figure in the field of environmental sustainability.

📚 Research Focus:

  • Soil Science: Specializes in soil fertility, soil pollution remediation, and land evaluation.
  • Environmental Impact: Researches the effects of human activity on soil systems, including sustainable land use and climate change resilience.
  • Cocoa Agroforestry: His work on cocoa-based agroforestry systems supports sustainable agriculture in tropical regions.

🖋️ Active Publication Record:

Dr. Enang consistently publishes in peer-reviewed journals, with a minimum of two articles annually since 2016. His research is globally recognized, with collaborations including Belgian scholar Eric Van Ranst.

🎓 Teaching & Leadership:

With extensive teaching experience, Dr. Enang has been a mentor to students in soil science and environmental studies. His educational impact complements his research, enhancing the next generation’s understanding of soil and environmental sciences.

📊 Citation Metrics Summary:

  • 116 Citations across 109 documents
  • 12 Published Documents
  • h-index: 6

 

Publication Top Notes:

  • Origin and evolution of soil materials of the Paleo-Chadian linear-dune landscape in the Far North Region of Cameroon
    Enang, R.K., Mees, F., Yerima, B.P.K., Kome, G.K., Van Ranst, E.
    Geoderma Regional, 2024, 38, e00843.
  • Distribution of Total Nitrogen in Soils of the Tropical Highlands of Cameroon
    Kome, G.K., Kips, P.A., Yerima, B.P.K., Enang, R.K., Van Ranst, E.
    Eurasian Soil Science, 2023, 56(7), pp. 889–901.
  • Pedotransfer functions for cation exchange capacity estimation in highly weathered soils of the tropical highlands of NW Cameroon
    Enang, R.K., Kips, P.A., Yerima, B.P.K., Kome, G.K., Van Ranst, E.
    Geoderma Regional, 2022, 29, e00514.
  • Iddingsitisation of olivine and kaolinitisation of biotite in two contrasting tephra-derived soils along the Cameroon Volcanic Line (CVL)
    Enang, R.K., Mees, F., Yerima, B.P.K., Van Ranst, E.
    Soil Research, 2021, 59(3), pp. 276–286.
  • Soil Organic Carbon Distribution in a Humid Tropical Plain of Cameroon: Interrelationships with Soil Properties
    Kome, G.K., Enang, R.K., Yerima, B.P.K.
    Applied and Environmental Soil Science, 2021, 2021, 6052513.
  • Exchangeable aluminium and acidity in Acrisols and Ferralsols of the north-west highlands of Cameroon
    Yerima, B.P.K., Enang, R.K., Kome, G.K., Van Ranst, E.
    Geoderma Regional, 2020, 23, e00343.
  • Soil Physicochemical Properties and Geochemical Indices: Diagnostic Tools for Evaluating Pedogenesis in Tephra-Derived Soils along the Cameroon Volcanic Line
    Enang, R.K., Yerima, B.P.K., Kome, G.K., Van Ranst, E.
    Eurasian Soil Science, 2020, 53(8), pp. 1079–1099.
  • Trace Elements in Tephra Soils of Mounts Kupe and Manengouba (Cameroon)
    Enang, R.K., Yerima, B.P.K., Kome, G.K., Van Ranst, E.
    Eurasian Soil Science, 2020, 53(5), pp. 595–606.
  • Assessing the Effectiveness of the Walkley-Black Method for Soil Organic Carbon Determination in Tephra Soils of Cameroon
    Enang, R.K., Yerima, B.P.K., Kome, G.K., Van Ranst, E.
    Communications in Soil Science and Plant Analysis, 2018, 49(19), pp. 2379–2386.
  • Models relating soil pH measurements in H2O, KCl and CaCl2 for volcanic ash soils of Cameroon
    Kome, G.K., Enang, R.K., Yerima, B.P.K., Lontsi, M.G.R.
    Geoderma Regional, 2018, 14, e00185.

 

Mukhtar Abdulraheem | Soil Science | Best Researcher Award

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Dr Mukhtar Abdulraheem |  Soil Science |  Best Researcher Award

Researcher at  Henan Agricultural University,  China

ABDULRAHEEM, Mukhtar Iderawumi Ph.D. Candidate, Agricultural Engineering (2024) College of Electrical and Mechanical Engineering, Henan Agricultural University, Zhengzhou, China

Publication profile:

Academic/Professional Qualifications:

  1. PhD Agricultural Engineering (2024)
  2. MSc Agricultural Technology (Soil Management) (2014)
  3. PGD in Crop, Soil & Pest Management (2011)
  4. B.Sc. (Ed.) Agricultural Science (2016)
  5. Certificate in MIS & Data Processing (2009)
  6. HND in Agriculture (Crop Production) (2008)
  7. NCE Agricultural Education/Visually Impaired (2002)

Research Work:

  • Effects of Integrated Urea and Sawdust Ash on Soil and Okra Performance (MSc)
  • Geometric Row Arrangement on Cowpea Growth and Yield in Maize-Cowpea Intercrop (HND)

Citations:

  • Citations: 462 (total), 424 (since 2019)
  • h-index: 11 (total), 10 (since 2019)
  • i10-index: 13 (total), 11 (since 2019)

Publication Top Notes:

  • Interactions of metal‐based engineered nanoparticles with plants: an overview of the state of current knowledge, research progress, and prospects
    A. Wahab, A. Munir, M.H. Saleem, M.I. AbdulRaheem, H. Aziz, M.F.B. Mfarrej, …
    Journal of Plant Growth Regulation 42 (9), 5396-5416, 2023.
  • Characteristics effects of weed on growth performance and yield of maize (Zea mays)
    M.I. Abdulraheem, C.E. Friday
    Biomedical Journal 1 (4), 31*, 2018.
  • Applied surface enhanced Raman Spectroscopy in plant hormones detection, annexation of advanced technologies: A review
    S.M.Z.A. Naqvi, Y. Zhang, S. Ahmed, M.I. Abdulraheem, J. Hu, M.N. Tahir, …
    Talanta 236, 122823, 2022.
  • Advancement of Remote Sensing for Soil Measurements and Applications: A Comprehensive Review
    M.I. Abdulraheem, W. Zhang, S. Li, A.J. Moshayedi, A.A. Farooque, J. Hu
    Sustainability 15 (21), 15444, 2023.
  • Integrated application of urea and sawdust ash: Effect on soil chemical properties, plant nutrients and sorghum performance
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    Global Journal of Science Frontier Research 20 (9), 25 – 30, 2020.
  • Green Manure for Agricultural Sustainability and Improvement of Soil Fertility
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    Farming & Management 7 (1), 1 – 8, 2022.
  • Mechanisms of Plant Epigenetic Regulation in Response to Plant Stress: Recent Discoveries and Implications
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    Indian Journal of Innovation Development 2, 816-820, 2013.
  • Combined Application of Urea and Sawdust Ash in Okra Production: Effects on Yield and Nutrients Availability
    M.I. Abdulraheem, S.O. Ojeniyi
    Nigerian Journal of Soil Science 25 (1), 146-154, 2015.
  • Effect of cowpea on growth and yield parameter in a maize-cowpea intercrop
    A.M. Iderawumi
    Journal of Management and Science 4 (1), 37-42, 2014.
  • Vermicompost Technology: Impact on the Environment and Food Security
    J. Fudzagbo, A.M. Iderawumi
    Agriculture and Environment 1 (1), 87 – 93, 2020.
  • Effect of rural-urban migration on education and economics development
    M.I. Abdulraheem, M.A. Iderawumi
    American Journal of Trade and Policy 6 (1), 7-12, 2019.
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  • Combined application of ammonium nitrate and goat manure: Effects on soil nutrients availability, Okra performance and sustainable food security
    M.I. Abdulraheem, S.A. Lawal
    Open Access Research Journal of Life Sciences 1 (1), 21 – 28, 2021.
  • Comparative performance of different varieties of maize under organic, inorganic and combined (Organic and Inorganic) fertilization
    M.I. Abdulraheem, E.F. Charles, A.Y. Moshood, A.M. Omogoye
    Agricultural Studies International Technology and Science Publications 2 (2 …
  • Effects of Different Planting Pattern on Total Dry Matter Production and Maize Forage Quality in Maize (Zea mays) and Cowpea (Vigna sinensis) Intercropped as Whole-Crop
    C.E.F. Abdulraheem, M.I. Ojeniyi
    IOSR Journal of Agriculture and Veterinary Science 1 (4), 42-46, 2012.
  • Impact of Transportation on Agricultural Practices and Production in Rural Areas: Implication for Sustainable Food Security
    A.M. Iderawumi
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    A.M. Iderawumi
    International Journal of World Policy and Development Studies 6 (6), 51 – 55, 2020.
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    M.I. Abdulraheem
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Karina Cavalieri Polizeli | Soil Science Award | Women Researcher Award

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Assoc Prof Dr Karina Cavalieri Polizeli | Soil Science Award | Women Researcher Award

Assoc Prof Dr KARINA CAVALIERI-POLIZELI , UNIVERSIDADE FEDERAL DO PARANÁ, Brazil

Karina Maria Vieira Cavalieri Polizeli is a prominent Brazilian soil scientist and Professor at the Federal University of Paraná (UFPR). With a background in Agronomy, she specializes in soil physics, management, and conservation. Her impactful research contributes significantly to understanding soil quality and compactness. As a dedicated educator and researcher, Karina has held various roles in academia and has actively collaborated with institutions both in Brazil and internationally. She has been instrumental in advancing soil science through her research and publications.

Publication Profile

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Education

Karina Maria Vieira Cavalieri Polizeli earned her Bachelor’s (2002), Master’s (2004), and Doctorate (2007) degrees in Agronomy from the State University of Maringá (UEM) and the University of São Paulo (USP). Her doctoral research focused on soil compaction and physical quality, with a period at the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU). Her academic journey has been marked by significant contributions to soil science, including postdoctoral studies and specialized courses in soil quality and management.

Experience

Karina has extensive experience in academia and research, serving as a Professor at UFPR since 2011, where she teaches and conducts research in soil science. She has also worked at the State University of Maringá and the State University of Mato Grosso do Sul. Her expertise includes managing and conserving soil, with notable roles at the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences during her doctoral studies. Additionally, Karina contributes to various research organizations and has been involved in international collaborations.

Awards and Honors

Karina Maria Vieira Cavalieri Polizeli’s distinguished career in soil science has earned her recognition and awards. She holds a Productivity Grant from CNPq and has received accolades for her research contributions, including serving as a member of the Brazilian Soil Health Partnership. Her involvement in prestigious research projects and academic committees highlights her significant impact on the field of soil science.

Research Focus

Karina’s research focuses on soil physical quality, compaction, and conservation. She investigates the effects of different soil management practices on soil structure and functionality, aiming to enhance soil health and agricultural sustainability. Her work includes analyzing soil quality indicators, the impact of tillage systems, and the role of soil in environmental conservation. This research supports improved soil management strategies and contributes to sustainable agricultural practices.

Publication Top Notes

Conservative Farming Systems and Their Effects on Soil Organic Carbon and Structural Quality 🌱

Cassava Yield and Soil Physical Properties Under Different Tillage Systems in Paraná, Southern Brazil 🌾

Soil Structural Quality and Relationships With Root Properties in Single and Integrated Farming Systems 🌍

Macrofauna Communities and Their Relationship With Soil Structural Quality in Different Land Use Systems 🐞

Assessment of Soil Physical Quality and Water Flow Regulation Under Straw Removal Management in Sugarcane Production Fields 💧

Impact of Self-Propelled Sprayer Traffic on Ferralsol Physical Properties in Southern Brazil 🚜

 

Nadezda Verkhovtseva | Soil Pollution | Best Researcher Award

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Prof Dr Nadezda Verkhovtseva |  Soil Pollution |  Best Researcher Award

professor at MSU (Moscow State University named after M.V. Lomonosov,  Russia

Dr. N. Verkhovtseva is a distinguished Professor at the Department of Agrochemistry and Plant Biochemistry, Lomonosov Moscow State University (MSU). She pursued her studies in Agrochemistry at MSU, where she also earned her Ph.D. in 1975. Dr. Verkhovtseva has had a notable academic journey, having taught at Yaroslavl State University before joining the esteemed research group led by Kondrat’eva at MSU. In 1994, she obtained her Doctor of Science degree in Microbiology and subsequently secured the position of Professor at MSU’s Faculty of Soil Science. Her prolific career includes the publication of over 180 articles in both Russian and international journals. Dr. Verkhovtseva’s research contributions have earned her a significant citation index, with 46 citations in Web of Science, 57 in Scopus, and 984 in Science Index. She has authored eight books, holds one patent, and serves as the executive editor of the journal Problems of Agrochemistry and Ecology. Her professional memberships include the Soil Science Society. Dr. Verkhovtseva’s expertise and dedication have significantly advanced the fields of agrochemistry and plant biochemistry.

Profile

 

🎓 Academic and Professional Background:

Dr. N. Verkhovtseva studied Agrochemistry at Lomonosov Moscow State University (MSU), Russia. After graduation, she entered the graduate school of the same university and received her PhD in Agrochemistry in 1975. She then taught at Yaroslavl State University, Yaroslavl, Russia, before joining the research academic group of Kondrat’eva at MSU. In 1994, she received her Doctor of Science degree in Microbiology from MSU and became a professor in the Department of Agrochemistry and Plant Biochemistry, Faculty of Soil Science. She has published over 180 articles in both Russian and international journals.

🔬 Research and Innovations:

  • Citation Index: Web of Science: 46, Scopus: 57, Science index: 984
  • Books Published (ISBN): Eight
  • Patents: One published/under process
  • Journals Published (SCI, Scopus, etc.): 180

 

📚 Areas of Research:

  • Agrochemistry
  • Plant Biochemistry
  • Microbiology

 

🧪 Research Focus: Soil Pollution

Dr. Verkhovtseva’s research primarily focuses on soil pollution, investigating the impacts of contaminants on soil health and plant biochemistry. Her work aims to develop effective strategies for mitigating soil pollution and enhancing soil remediation techniques. Her contributions in this area have been instrumental in understanding the complex interactions between pollutants and soil ecosystems.

Publication Top Notes:

1. Effect of an Equal Dose of Polymetallic Pollution on the Microbiological Characteristics of Two Soils with Different Organic Carbon Contents

2. Metabolomic Analysis of Rhizosphere Soil Fertility in Maize (Zea mays) at Milking Stage

3. Physical-Tomographic Characteristics and Structure of Bacterial Community of the Agrophysical System “Germinating Roots—Pore Space of Soils” (Physical Model Experiment)

4. Structure of the Soil Pore Space in the Seedling Bed Before the Seedling Stage: Studies Using the Microtomography Method

5. X-ray Computed Tomography of the Structure of Roots and Dynamics of Soil Biota in the Early Growth Stages of Barley (Hordeum vulgare L.)

6. Aggregate Formation in a Kaolinite Suspension during Microbiological Modification of Clay Surface

7. Physical and Microbiological Aspects of the Soil Seed Bed in the Early Formation of the Barley Root System (Hordeum vulgare L.): Tomographic Studies

8. The Effect of Ericoid Mycorrhizal and Ectomycorrhizal Plants on Soil Properties of Grass Meadow in Tundra of the Khibiny Mountains

9. Formation of Microaggregates in Kaolinite Suspension Inoculated by Bacillus velezensis (SEM-investigations)

10. Chemodiagnostic by Lipid Analysis of the Microbial Community Structure in Trace Metal Polluted Urban Soil