Mohamed Abdel-Aziz | Fisheries & Aquaculture Science | Innovative Research Award

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Innovative Research Award

Mohamed Abdel-Aziz
Arish University

Mohamed Abdel-Aziz
Affiliation Arish University
Country Egypt
Scopus ID 57220512443
Documents 40
Citations 429
h-index 12
Subject Area Fisheries & Aquaculture Science
Event Agri Scientist Awards
ORCID 0000-0001-6042-6183

Mohamed Abdel-Aziz is an academic researcher affiliated with Arish University in Egypt whose stated subject area is Fisheries and Aquaculture Science. His research profile is represented through indexed scholarly records, including a reported Scopus portfolio of 40 documents, 429 citations, and an h-index of 12. These indicators provide a bibliometric context for considering his research activity and scholarly visibility. [1]

Abstract

Mohamed Abdel-Aziz is an academic researcher at Arish University, Egypt, working within Fisheries and Aquaculture Science. His reported scholarly profile comprises 40 indexed documents, 429 citations, and an h-index of 12, providing measurable evidence of publication activity and citation visibility. The Innovative Research Award profile considers these bibliometric indicators alongside disciplinary relevance, research contribution, publication activity, and potential academic impact. His researcher identification is supported by a Scopus Author ID and ORCID record, enabling clearer attribution of scholarly outputs. The profile is presented neutrally to support academic recognition and transparent evaluation within aquaculture research and related agricultural science disciplines.

Keywords

Innovative Research Award; Mohamed Abdel-Aziz; Fisheries Science; Aquaculture Science; Arish University; Egypt; Scopus; ORCID; scholarly publications; citation impact; h-index; agricultural research; aquatic sciences; research recognition.

Introduction

Fisheries and aquaculture research addresses food production, aquatic-resource management, environmental sustainability, animal health, and technological development. Contemporary evaluation increasingly considers both research quality and measurable scholarly dissemination. Within this context, Mohamed Abdel-Aziz’s reported academic record offers a basis for examining research activity, disciplinary alignment, publication development, and citation visibility in relation to an innovative research recognition framework. [4]

Research Profile

Mohamed Abdel-Aziz is identified with Arish University and the subject area of Fisheries and Aquaculture Science. The supplied bibliometric profile records 40 documents, 429 citations, and an h-index of 12 under Scopus Author ID 57220512443. His ORCID identifier provides an additional persistent scholarly identity mechanism for distinguishing research outputs across publishing and indexing systems. [1] [2]

Research Contributions

The researcher’s stated disciplinary focus places his academic work within fisheries and aquaculture, a field encompassing aquatic organisms, production systems, resource utilization, and sustainable food development. A portfolio of 40 indexed documents indicates sustained scholarly publication activity, while citation accumulation provides a quantitative measure of how published research has been referenced within the scholarly literature. [1]

Publications

The supplied profile reports 40 scholarly documents associated with Scopus Author ID 57220512443. These publications should be interpreted through the researcher’s verified bibliographic records rather than through isolated citation counts. For formal assessment, publication titles, journals, years, authorship positions, DOI metadata, and subject relevance can be cross-checked against authoritative indexing and persistent researcher-identification services. [1] [2]

Research Impact

Research impact can be considered through scholarly citations, dissemination, disciplinary relevance, and the usefulness of findings to scientific or applied communities. The reported 429 citations and h-index of 12 indicate measurable citation visibility in the supplied profile. Such indicators are most appropriately considered alongside publication quality, contribution, collaboration, and research significance. [1]

Award Suitability

The reported academic affiliation, fisheries and aquaculture specialization, publication record, citation activity, and persistent researcher identifiers provide relevant evidence for consideration under an innovative research recognition category. Final award suitability should, however, be determined through the organizer’s published eligibility rules, documentary requirements, peer evaluation procedures, and independent verification of research outputs rather than bibliometric indicators alone.

Conclusion

Mohamed Abdel-Aziz’s supplied academic profile demonstrates an established research presence in Fisheries and Aquaculture Science, supported by reported publication and citation indicators and persistent scholarly identifiers. The combination of 40 documents, 429 citations, and an h-index of 12 provides a quantitative foundation for academic recognition, while detailed publication-level assessment remains necessary to establish originality, significance, and innovation.

References

  1. Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Mohamed Abdel-Aziz, Author ID 57220512443. Scopus.
    https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=57220512443
  2. ORCID. (n.d.). ORCID record: Mohamed Abdel-Aziz, ORCID 0000-0001-6042-6183. ORCID.
    https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6042-6183
  3. Google Scholar. (n.d.). Mohamed Abdel-Aziz: Google Scholar profile.
    https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=q9DYUvsAAAAJ&hl=ar
  4. Aquaculture Nutrition. (2025). Effects of Dietary Melissa officinalis and Feeding Strategy on Growth and Physiological Responses in Hybrid Red Tilapia.
    https://doi.org/10.1155/anu/2291078
  5. Agri Scientist Awards. (2026). Agri Scientist Awards. Award information and recognition platform.
    https://agriscientist.org/

Moaheda E.H. Eissa | Fisheries & Aquaculture Science | Young Researcher Award

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Young Researcher Award

Moaheda E.H. Eissa
Suez Canal University

Moaheda E.H. Eissa
Affiliation Suez Canal University
Country Egypt
Scopus ID 57850549800
Documents 70
Citations 1,147
h-index 20
Subject Area Fisheries & Aquaculture Science
Event Agri Scientist Awards
ORCID 0000-0002-1733-6892

Moaheda E.H. Eissa is a researcher affiliated with Suez Canal University in Egypt whose documented scholarly profile is associated with Fisheries & Aquaculture Science. The supplied bibliometric record identifies 70 documents, 1,147 citations, and an h-index of 20, providing a quantitative basis for considering the researcher within an academic recognition framework. The profile is particularly relevant to agricultural science through its connection with fisheries and aquaculture, areas that contribute to aquatic food production, resource management, food security, and sustainable food systems. [1]

Abstract

Moaheda E.H. Eissa is a researcher at Suez Canal University, Egypt, associated with Fisheries & Aquaculture Science. The supplied scholarly profile records 70 documents, 1,147 citations, and an h-index of 20. These indicators provide a measurable overview of publication activity and citation influence within the indexed research record. Her disciplinary profile connects directly with aquatic food production and the wider agricultural and food-system landscape, where fisheries and aquaculture support food availability, livelihoods, resource utilization, and sustainability. The Young Researcher Award profile therefore recognizes an academically documented research trajectory relevant to fisheries, aquaculture, agricultural science, and sustainable food systems. [1]

Keywords

Fisheries, Aquaculture, Aquatic Food Systems, Sustainable Aquaculture, Agricultural Science, Food Security, Aquatic Resources, Research Impact, Bibliometrics, Suez Canal University, Egypt, Young Researcher Award.

Introduction

Fisheries and aquaculture form an important component of contemporary food systems because they provide aquatic foods while supporting employment, nutrition, and economic activity. Sustainable development in these fields requires scientific knowledge concerning aquatic production, resource use, environmental conditions, and responsible management. The Food and Agriculture Organization recognizes fisheries and aquaculture as significant components of global food and nutrition systems, making research in this area relevant to broader agricultural sustainability discussions. [2]

Research Profile

Moaheda E.H. Eissa is affiliated with Suez Canal University in Egypt and is identified within the supplied academic information as a researcher in Fisheries & Aquaculture Science. Her profile contains 70 indexed documents and 1,147 citations, with an h-index of 20. These indicators are useful descriptive measures of scholarly productivity and citation performance, although bibliometric indicators should be interpreted alongside the quality, relevance, authorship, and substantive contribution of individual publications. [1]

Research Contributions

The supplied disciplinary classification indicates a research contribution centered on fisheries and aquaculture science. This field encompasses scientific work supporting the production, management, conservation, and responsible utilization of aquatic biological resources. Its agricultural relevance arises particularly through aquaculture as a food-production activity and through the integration of aquatic resources within sustainable food systems. The profile can therefore be situated within a broader research landscape concerned with food production, resource efficiency, environmental sustainability, and aquatic food security. [2]

Publications

The supplied Scopus record reports 70 documents associated with the researcher identifier 57850549800. These indexed documents constitute the publication base from which the reported citation count and h-index are derived. A complete assessment of publication-level contributions would require examination of the individual articles, publication venues, authorship roles, research methods, and subject-specific findings rather than relying exclusively on aggregate bibliometric indicators. [1]

Research Impact

The supplied bibliometric indicators report 1,147 citations and an h-index of 20 across 70 documents. These figures indicate that the indexed publication record has received substantial scholarly attention within the relevant citation database. Citation counts and h-index values are quantitative indicators rather than complete measures of research quality or societal impact, and their interpretation can vary according to discipline, publication age, database coverage, and collaboration patterns. [1]

Award Suitability

The supplied profile is relevant to the Young Researcher Award category because it documents an identifiable academic affiliation, a defined research subject area, an indexed publication record, and measurable citation indicators. The connection to Fisheries & Aquaculture Science also places the research within the broader agricultural and food-production domain. Award evaluation should nevertheless consider the substantive quality and originality of the research, methodological rigor, contribution to the field, publication record, and evidence of scientific or practical relevance in addition to bibliometric measures. [1]

Conclusion

Moaheda E.H. Eissa’s supplied academic profile represents a research trajectory associated with Fisheries & Aquaculture Science at Suez Canal University in Egypt. The reported 70 documents, 1,147 citations, and h-index of 20 provide a quantitative summary of the indexed scholarly record. Her disciplinary area is relevant to agriculture through aquaculture, aquatic food production, resource management, and sustainable food systems. On the information provided, the profile presents a reasonable academic basis for consideration within the Young Researcher Award framework, subject to independent verification and evaluation of the underlying research contributions.

References

  1. Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Moaheda E.H. Eissa, Author ID 57850549800. Scopus.
    https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=57850549800
  2. Potential impact of Lagenaria siceraria fruit powder on growth, blood biochemistry, antioxidant ability, immunity, proinflammatory cytokines expression, histoarchitectural traits, and resistance against Enterococcus faecalis in hybrid red tilapia fingerlings.
    https://doi.org/10.1016/j.aqrep.2026.103363
  3. ORCID. (n.d.). Moaheda E.H. Eissa — ORCID record. ORCID.
    https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1733-6892
  4. Dietary luteolin supplementation enhances growth performance, digestive capacity, and immune-antioxidant status of whiteleg shrimp (Litopenaeus vannamei) against Vibrio parahaemolyticus infection.
    https://doi.org/10.1016/j.dci.2026.105589

Robert Nesta Kagali | Aquaculture | AgriInnovator in Academia Award

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Dr  Robert Nesta  Kagali |  Aquaculture |  AgriInnovator in Academia Award

University Lecturer/Researcher at  Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology,  Kenya

Robert Nesta KAGALI is an experienced Consultant, Researcher, Technical Adviser, and Trainer with a strong background in [Insert specific field of expertise if any, e.g., Environmental Science, Zoology, etc.]. Based at the Zoology Department of Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (J.K.U.A.T), Robert brings valuable knowledge and expertise in his areas of focus. His dedication to research, consultancy, and professional training has contributed to his success in various projects, driving positive outcomes in each endeavor.

Profile:

Education:

  • April 2017 – March 2020
    Doctor of Philosophy in Fisheries and Environmental Sciences

    • Institution: Graduate School of Fisheries and Environmental Sciences, Nagasaki University, Japan
    • Thesis: “Studies on improving culture stability and viability of live foods: Effects of waste-generated bacteria and commercial probiotics on growth performance and behavior of live foods.”
  • April 2012 – December 2014
    Master of Science in Zoology

    • Institution: Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology, Kenya
    • Thesis: “An integrated pest management approach of amaranth insect pest in Meru County, Kenya.”
  • April 2006 – December 2010
    Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences (First Class Honours)

    • Institution: Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology, Kenya
    • Research: “Efficacy of Trichoderma asperellum in the control of Root-Knot Nematodes (Meloidogyne halpa) in tomatoes.”

Work Experience:

  • January 2023 to December 2023
    Postdoctoral Research Fellow

    • Employer: Nagasaki University, Graduate School of Fisheries and Environmental Sciences, Nagasaki, Japan
    • Responsibilities: Research on “Application of biofloc in small-scale culture of rotifer Brachionus plicatilis and Japanese flounder Paralichthys olivaceus preflexion larvae”; participation in research grant writing, training camps, postgraduate training and supervision, industry liaison, and technology research.
  • April 2015 – Present
    University Lecturer and Researcher

    • Employer: Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology, Nairobi, Kenya
    • Responsibilities: Research and publication, university lecturing, curriculum development, e-learning, student assessment and supervision, higher education policy development, and institutional strategic planning.
  • May 2011 – June 2013
    Research Assistant

    • Employer: National Museums of Kenya, Nairobi, Kenya
    • Responsibilities: Research on “Integrated pest management approach for amaranth insect pests in Meru County, Kenya”; media preparation, laboratory maintenance, conference attendance, and publication of results.

Personal Skills and Competences:

  • Ability to assess priorities and manage competing demands with minimal supervision.
  • Comfortable working in multi-cultural environments.
  • Willing to work overtime and flexible hours as required.

Organisational Skills and Competences:

  • Ability to anticipate needs and demonstrate commitment to following through on work.
  • Self-motivated, attentive to detail, and accustomed to high-volume productivity.
  • Able to follow instructions carefully and apply institutional policies to procedures.

Technical Skills and Competences:

  • Expertise in biological control of insect pests, media preparation, molecular techniques, data collection and analysis, and disease detection.

Computer Skills:

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, Project R, GenStat, Stata, SPSS, ArcGIS/QGIS, and various operating systems such as Windows and Linux (Ubuntu, Fedora).

Publication Top Notes:

  1. Insect Abundance and Diversity on Cultivated Amaranthus Spp. (Amaranthaceae) in Meru County, Kenya
    RN Kagali, EN Kioko, Z Osiemo, S Muya, C Wachera
    American International Journal of Contemporary Research 3 (7), 110-116, 2013
  2. Growth Performance of African Catfish (Clarias Gariepinus) Fed on Diets Containing Black Soldier Fly (Hermetia Illucens) Larvae Under Aquaponic System
    B Maranga, R Kagali, K Mbogo, P Orina, J Munguti, E Ogello
    Aquaculture Studies 23 (5), 2022
  3. Fish-Processing Wastes as an Alternative Diet for Culturing the Minute Rotifer Proales Similis de Beauchamp
    RN Kagali, EO Ogello, Y Sakakura, A Hagiwara
    Aquaculture Research 49, 2477-2485, 2018
  4. Prokaryotic Diversity and Composition Within Equatorial Lakes Olbolosat and Oloiden in Kenya (Africa)
    CW Kiama, MM Njire, AK Kambura, JN Mugweru, VN Matiru, EN Wafula, …
    Current Research in Microbial Sciences 2, 100066, 2021
  5. Culturing Live Foods for Fish Larviculture Using Non-Microalgal Diet: The Role of Waste-Generated Bacteria and Selected Commercial Probiotics—A Review
    RN Kagali, EO Ogello, CW Kiama, HJ Kim, S Wullur, Y Sakakura, …
    Aquaculture, Fish and Fisheries 2 (2), 71-81, 2022
  6. An Integrated Pest Management Approach of Amaranth Insect Pests in Buuri District, Meru County, Kenya
    RN Kagali
    M. Sc. thesis, Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology, Juja, 2014
  7. Effect of Two Commercial Probiotic Products on Population Growth of Rotifer Brachionus Rotundiformis Tschugunoff
    RN Kagali, HJ Kim, T Koga, Y Sakakura, A Hagiwara
    Hydrobiologia, 1-10, 2018
  8. Cultural Characterization of Fungi Isolated From Oil Contaminated Soils
    CW Kiama, RN Kagali, NLM Budambula, S Okoth, V Matiru
    Journal of Biology, Agriculture and Healthcare 5 (16), 3*, 2015
  9. Effect of Growth Substrates on Water Quality, Catfish (Clarias Gariepinus) Culture and Spinach (Spinacia Oleracea) Propagation Under Aquaponic System
    BO Maranga, RN Kagali, KM Omolo, PO Sagwe
    Livestock Research for Rural Development 34 (9), 2022
  10. Nitrogenous Waste Removal in Closed Freshwater Recirculating Aquaculture Systems Using an Innovative DHS-USB Bioreactor
    CO Obondo, RN Kagali, PM Njogu, JN Kamau
    Journal of Agriculture and Food Research 19, 101577, 2025
  11. Performance Efficiency of Selected Medium Culture and Raft Systems for Waste Removal in a Small-Scale Aquaponics Production System
    RN Kagali, MA Opiyo, KO Mbogo, KO Ogila
    Aquaculture Research, 2025
  12. Phytochemical Profiles and Antimicrobial Activity of Coleus Lanuginosus (Hochst. Ex Benth.) and Microglossa Pyrifolia (Lam.) Kuntze Extracts
    QM Mulilya, EM Mwadondo, SZ Mogaka, RN Kagali, SI Wanakai, …
    PAMJ-One Health 15 (1), 2024
  13. Assessment of Abundance and Diversity of Bee Species in Various Agroecological Zones in Loitokitok Sub County, Kenya
    C Aika, G Onyambu, R Nesta, W Kiiru
    Journal of Agriculture, Science and Technology 23 (1 (1)), 63-77, 2024
  14. Locomotory Behaviour of Euryhaline Rotifer Brachionus Rotundiformis: The Potential Influence of Probiotics on Swimming Pattern and Speed
    RN Kagali, Y Sakakura, A Hagiwara
    Aquaculture, Fish and Fisheries, 2023
  15. Studies on Improving Culture Stability and Viability of Live Foods: Effects of Organic Wastes and Probiotics on Growth Performance of Live Foods
    RN Kagali
    2020
  16. The Influence of Marketing and Extension Services on the Adaptation of Improved Amaranth Among Small Scale Farmers in Buuri District, Meru County, Kenya
    O Kyambo, J Obara, P Muthoka, EN Kioko, RN Kagali
    International Journal of Education and Research 2 (5), 1-12, 2014

 

Fatemeh Pourkhazaei | Reproduction and Rearing | Top Researcher Award

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Dr Fatemeh Pourkhazaei |  Reproduction and Rearing |  Top Researcher Award

Researcher at  Isfahan university of technology,  Iran

Dr. Fatemeh Pourkhazaei is a dedicated researcher in the field of aquaculture, with a focus on fish reproduction and skeletal development. She holds a Ph.D. from Isfahan University of Technology, where her dissertation studied the early development and bone deformities in hybrids of rainbow trout, Caspian salmon, and brown trout. Dr. Pourkhazaei has contributed to several publications in prominent journals, including Aquaculture and Aquaculture Research. With expertise in various laboratory techniques, she has participated in international research projects and is currently pursuing a doctoral study opportunity in Germany.

Publication Profile

Education:

  • Ph.D. in Aquaculture
    Isfahan University of Technology (IUT), Iran (2017-2024)

    • Dissertation: Study of early development, skeletal ontogeny, and bone deformity of hybrid fish (rainbow trout, Caspian salmon, and brown trout)
    • Publication: Aquaculture
      Link to article
  • M.S. in Aquaculture
    Isfahan University of Technology (IUT), Iran (2013-2015)

    • Thesis: Effect of Arginine on sperm quality of rainbow trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss)
    • Publication: Aquaculture Research
      Link to article
  • B.S. in Aquaculture
    Persian Gulf University, Bushehr, Iran (2008-2012)

    • Project: The effect of salinity and water hardness on the growth and survival of guppy (Poecilia reticulata)

Research Interests:

Dr. Pourkhazaei specializes in the reproduction and breeding of fish species, focusing on Salmonidae and yellowfin seabream (Acanthopagrus latus). Her research encompasses areas such as fish osteology, skeletal development, and the effects of environmental factors on fish growth and reproduction.

Skills:

  • Laboratory Techniques:
    • DNA/RNA extraction, PCR, qRT-PCR, and gene expression analysis
    • Flow cytometry and histology
    • Cryopreservation of fish semen and gamete storage
    • Bone staining techniques (Alizarin red-Alcian blue)
    • Geometric morphometry and karyotyping
  • Technical Expertise:
    • Worked as a technical expert for Bonza Fish chelate supplement
    • Participated in international projects, including benthos identification with SUPSI University (Switzerland)

Work Experience:

  • Research Opportunity:
    • Currently pursuing a doctoral study opportunity at the University of Göttingen, Germany, investigating immune and growth gene expression in hybrid fish species.

Dr. Pourkhazaei is proficient in Persian (native) and English (good) and has a solid background in using statistical software such as SAS.

Publication Top Notes

  • Embryonic and larval development of reciprocal diploid and triploid hybrids of Caspian trout (Salmo caspius) and rainbow trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss)
    Pourkhazaei, F., Keivany, Y., Dorafshan, S., Brenig, B., Komrakova, M.
    Aquaculture, 2024, 581, 740391.
  • Larval rearing and ontogeny of digestive enzyme activities in yellowfin seabream (Acanthopagrus latus, Houttuyn 1782)
    Morshedi, V., Hamedi, S., Pourkhazaei, F., Azodi, M., Gisbert, E.
    Comparative Biochemistry and Physiology – Part A: Molecular and Integrative Physiology, 2021, 261, 111044.
  • Arginine effects on biochemical composition of sperm in rainbow trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss)
    Pourkhazaei, F., Ebrahimi, E., Ghaedi, A.
    Aquaculture Research, 2017, 48(7), pp. 3464–3471.

 

Dhruba Jyoti Sarkar | Sustainable Agriculture and Innovation | Best Researcher Award

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Dhruba Jyoti Sarkar | Sustainable Agriculture and Innovation | Best Researcher Award

Dr Dhruba Jyoti Sarkar, ICAR-Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute, India

Dr. Dhruba Jyoti Sarkar is a distinguished researcher in agricultural chemicals, holding a Ph.D. from the Indian Agricultural Research Institute, where he was a Gold Medalist. Currently, he serves as a Senior Scientist at ICAR-Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute. Awarded the Young Researcher Award in 2022, he has significantly advanced ecosystem health assessment, focusing on microplastics and nutrient formulations. Dr. Sarkar holds patents for innovative superabsorbents and slow-release nanoformulations and has commercialized the “CIFRI ARGCURE” antiparasitic formulation. His impactful research and dedication to addressing environmental challenges make him a leading candidate for the Best Researcher Award. 🌱🏆🔬🌊

Publication Profile

Google Scholar

Educational qualifications

Dr. Dhruba Jyoti Sarkar has a solid educational foundation in agricultural sciences. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Agriculture (Hons.) from Bidhan Chandra Krishi Viswa Vidyalaya, Mohanpur, West Bengal, in 2007. He then pursued his Master of Science in Agricultural Chemicals at the Indian Agricultural Research Institute in New Delhi, graduating in 2009. Dr. Sarkar continued his academic journey at the same institution, where he completed his Ph.D. in Agricultural Chemicals in 2013, earning the prestigious Gold Medal for his outstanding performance. His education equips him with essential knowledge for impactful research in agricultural chemistry. 🎓🌱🏆

Employment Record

Dr. Dhruba Jyoti Sarkar has an extensive employment record in research and teaching within esteemed agricultural institutions. He is currently serving as a Senior Scientist at the ICAR-Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute (ICAR-CIFRI) in Barrackpore, Kolkata, since January 21, 2021. Prior to this, he held the position of Senior Scientist at ICAR-CIFRI from July 1, 2017, to January 21, 2021. Dr. Sarkar also contributed to the Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI) in New Delhi, where he worked as a Scientist from January 23, 2012, to July 1, 2017, focusing on research and teaching activities. His career reflects a strong commitment to advancing agricultural research. 🌾🔬📚

Recognition and Awards

Dr. Dhruba Jyoti Sarkar has received numerous accolades for his contributions to agricultural science. He was honored with the Young Researcher Award for 2022 by the Indian Society of Analytical Scientists on October 26, 2023, and the Vigyan Sera Pratibha Award during the Vigyan Utsav on December 4, 2022. Additionally, he received the Best Oral Presentation award at the 1st Indian Fisheries Outlook in March 2022 and was named Scientist of the Year 2021 by ICAR-CIFRI. His recognition also includes the prestigious ICAR-Jawaharlal Nehru Award for his doctoral research in 2013. His work continues to inspire innovation in agriculture. 🏆🌱🔬✨

Projects

Dr. Dhruba Jyoti Sarkar has significantly contributed to various in-house and externally funded projects focused on agricultural innovation and ecosystem health. He played an associate role in several initiatives, including the development of novel agrochemical formulations (2012-2014) and precision farming techniques (2014-2017). Currently, he leads projects on monitoring heavy metals in inland water bodies and remediation techniques for polluted wetlands (2020-present). Externally, he has worked on significant projects, including enhancing phosphorus availability in alfisols and assessing microbial biodiversity in the River Ganga. His leadership in developing biosensors for detecting fish pathogens underscores his commitment to sustainable agriculture. 🌿💧🔬✨

Research Focus

Dr. Dhruba Jyoti Sarkar’s research focuses on environmental chemistry, specifically the assessment and management of pollutants in aquatic ecosystems. His studies examine the spatial distribution of micro and mesoplastics in river sediments, highlighting their role as vectors for heavy metals in wastewater treatment systems. He explores innovative solutions like biosensors and bioremediation techniques for the detection and removal of hazardous compounds, such as polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs). Additionally, Dr. Sarkar investigates the antifungal properties of natural compounds and the efficiency of water treatment processes, contributing to sustainable agricultural practices and environmental health. 🌊🔬♻️✨

Publication Top Notes

Conclusion

Dr. Dhruba Jyoti Sarkar stands out as a leading researcher through his robust educational background, significant awards, and impactful contributions to agricultural chemistry and ecosystem health. His work not only addresses pressing environmental challenges but also leads to practical innovations that benefit society. Therefore, he is highly deserving of the Best Researcher Award.

 

Tapas Ghosh | Aquaculture | Best Researcher Award

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Dr Tapas Ghosh | Aquaculture | Best Researcher Award

Resource Person at  Department of Zoology, Scottish Church College,  India

Dr. Tapas Ghosh is an accomplished zoologist specializing in aquaculture, drug interactions, and the therapeutic potential of natural compounds. He completed his B.Sc., M.Sc., and Ph.D. in Zoology from the University of Kalyani, West Bengal, India, earning his Ph.D. in 2021. Dr. Ghosh has held research associate positions at the University of Kalyani and Birla Institute of Technology, Meshra. Currently, he serves as a resource person in the Department of Zoology at Scottish Church College.

Publication profile:

🎓 Education:

  • Ph.D. in Zoology – University of Kalyani, West Bengal, India, 2021
  • M.Sc. in Zoology – University of Kalyani, 2013
  • B.Sc. in Zoology (Hons.) – University of Kalyani, 2011

🔬 Research & Academic Experience:

  • Research Associate – Birla Institute of Technology, Mesra, Jharkhand (2024)
  • Research Associate – Department of Botany, University of Kalyani & WBPCB (2021-2022)
  • Resource Person – Department of Zoology, Scottish Church College (2024-Present)

📚 Key Publications:

  • Recent advances in probiotic application of Bacillus in aquaculture – Aquaculture (2024)
  • Mini review on serum albumin-natural alkaloids interaction – Journal of Biomolecular Structure and Dynamics (2024)
  • In vitro cytotoxicity studies on beta-carboline alkaloids – Journal of Molecular Recognition (2020)

🎤 Conferences & Seminars:

  • Oral Presentation – International Conference on Biotechnology & Biological Sciences, BIOSPECTRUM 2019
  • Poster Presentation – UGC-SAP National Seminar on Climate Change (2017)

🏅 Special Qualifications:

  • People’s Biodiversity Registrar (Level-6) – Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change, India
  • Workshop Facilitator – WBBB-funded Biodiversity Workshop, University of Kalyani (2022)

🧪 Research Focus:

Dr. Ghosh’s work revolves around aquaculture, natural alkaloids, and their applications in sustainable development. He has contributed significantly to the understanding of the interaction between human serum albumin and natural alkaloids, with a focus on their potential as drug carriers and anticancer agents.

 

Publication Top Notes:

  • Ghosh, T. (2025). Recent advances in the probiotic application of Bacillus as a potential candidate in the sustainable development of aquaculture. Aquaculture, 594, 741432.
  • Ghosh, T., Bhadra, K. (2024). A mini review on human serum albumin – natural alkaloids interaction and its role as drug carrier. Journal of Biomolecular Structure and Dynamics.
  • Ghosh, T., Sarkar, S., Bhattacharjee, P., … Pandya, P., Bhadra, K. (2020). In vitro relationship between serum protein binding to beta-carboline alkaloids: a comparative cytotoxic, spectroscopic and calorimetric assays. Journal of Biomolecular Structure and Dynamics, 38(4), 1103–1118.
  • Ghosh, T., Bhadra, K. (2020). Cytotoxic investigation and photophysical analysis of serum protein binding with beta-carboline alkaloids. In Biotechnology and Biological Sciences-Proceedings of the 3rd International Conference of Biotechnology and Biological Sciences, BIOSPECTRUM 2019 (pp. 79–84).
  • Bhattacharjee, P., Ghosh, T., Sarkar, S., Pandya, P., Bhadra, K. (2018). Binding affinity and in vitro cytotoxicity of harmaline targeting different motifs of nucleic acids: An ultimate drug designing approach. Journal of Molecular Recognition, 31(4), e2687.

 

 

Girija Phadke Behere | Fish waste | Best Researcher Award

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Assist Prof Dr Girija Phadke Behere |  Fish waste |  Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor Fish Processing Technology at  Rani Lakshmi Bai Central Agricultural University, Jhansi, India

Dr. Girija Saurabh Behere (also known as Dr. Girija Gajanan Phadke) is an accomplished expert in Fish Processing Technology, currently serving as an Assistant Professor at the College of Fisheries, Datia, under the Rani Lakshmi Bai Central Agricultural University, Jhansi. She holds a Ph.D. in Fish Processing Technology from Karnataka Veterinary, Animal, and Fisheries Sciences University, Mangalore, where she was a DST-INSPIRE Fellow, graduating with distinction (91.90%) in 2015.

Publication profile:

Education:

  • Ph.D. in Fish Processing Technology (2015), Karnataka Veterinary, Animal, and Fisheries Sciences University, with 91.90%
  • Masters in Fisheries Science (MFSc), Gold Medalist (2009), Dr. Balasaheb Sawant Konkan Krishi Vidyapeeth, Maharashtra, with 89.20%
  • Bachelor in Fisheries Science (BFSc), Gold Medalist (2007), Dr. Balasaheb Sawant Konkan Krishi Vidyapeeth, Maharashtra, with 92.50%

Professional Experience:

Dr. Behere currently serves as Assistant Professor at the College of Fisheries, Datia, under the Rani Lakshmi Bai Central Agricultural University. Her previous roles include State Co-ordinator for Maharashtra North with the Marine Products Export Development Authority (MPEDA), where she led over 150 training sessions aimed at reducing post-harvest losses, promoting sustainable fishing practices, and enhancing fish quality management. She has also worked as a Livelihood Specialist at the Mangrove and Biodiversity Conservation Foundation of Maharashtra, contributing to the livelihood generation of communities impacted by mangroves.

Research Focus & Key Projects:

Her research interests include bioactive peptides from seafood processing waste, value-added seafood products, and sustainability in fish processing. Dr. Behere has contributed to various projects with institutions like the ICAR-Central Institute of Fisheries Technology, focusing on thermal and non-thermal technologies, species-specific utilization of resources, and development of high-value by-products from fish and shellfish waste.

Awards & Recognition:

  • Gold Medals for BFSc and MFSc degrees
  • DST-INSPIRE Fellowship for Ph.D. research
  • Research Excellence Award 2021 from InSc, Bangalore
  • Tejaswini Kanya Award (2019) for Academic Excellence
  • Recognition as a Reviewer for international journals such as the Journal of Food Engineering and PLOS ONE.

Citations:

  • Citations: 246
  • Documents: 233
  • h-index: 8
  • Total Documents: 17

Publication Top Notes:

  • The sea as a source of neuroprotective and other health-protective molecules
    Šimat, V., Čagalj, M., Phadke, G.G., Rathod, N.B., Hassoun, A.
    In Natural Molecules in Neuroprotection and Neurotoxicity, 2024, pp. 29–60.
    Citations: 1
  • Impacts of nano/micro-plastics on safety and quality of aquatic food products
    Rathod, N.B., Xavier, K.A.M., Özogul, F., Phadke, G.G.
    Advances in Food and Nutrition Research, 2023, 103, pp. 1–40.
    Citations: 3
  • Quality improvement of Indian mackerel fish (Rastrelliger kanagurata) stored under the frozen condition: Effect of antioxidants derived from natural sources
    Sofi, F.R., Saba, K., Pathak, N., Phadke, G.G., Arisekar, U.
    Journal of Food Processing and Preservation, 2022, 46(5), e16551.
    Citations: 4
  • Recent advances in bio-preservatives impacts of lactic acid bacteria and their metabolites on aquatic food products
    Rathod, N.B., Phadke, G.G., Tabanelli, G., Pagarkar, A., Özogul, F.
    Food Bioscience, 2021, 44, 101440.
    Citations: 22
  • Recent developments in valorisation of bioactive ingredients in discard/seafood processing by-products
    Özogul, F., Cagalj, M., Šimat, V., Rathod, N.B., Phadke, G.G.
    Trends in Food Science and Technology, 2021, 116, pp. 559–582.
    Citations: 86
  • Exploiting of secondary raw materials from fish processing industry as a source of bioactive peptide-rich protein hydrolysates
    Phadke, G.G., Rathod, N.B., Özogul, F., Shin, K.-H., Kim, S.-K.
    Marine Drugs, 2021, 19(9), 480.
    Citations: 29
  • Effect of added calcium and heat setting on gel forming and functional properties of Sardinella fimbriata surimi
    Murthy, L.N., Phadke, G.G., Jeyakumari, A., Ravishankar, C.N.
    Journal of Food Science and Technology, 2021, 58(2), pp. 427–436.
    Citations: 12
  • Biochemical, Textural and Microbiological Quality of Squid Stored Under Conventional and Slurry Ice During Onboard Fishing
    Narasimha Murthy, L., Phadke, G.G., Jeyakumari, A., Parvathy, U., Visnuvinayagam, S.
    Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences India Section B – Biological Sciences, 2018, 88(4), pp. 1647–1653.
    Citations: 10
  • Valorization of Fish Viscera for Crude Proteases Production and Its Use in Bioactive Protein Hydrolysate Preparation
    Murthy, L.N., Phadke, G.G., Unnikrishnan, P., Zynudheen, A.A., Ravishankar, C.N.
    Waste and Biomass Valorization, 2018, 9(10), pp. 1735–1746.
    Citations: 39
  • Rheological properties of washed and unwashed tilapia (Oreochromis mossambicus) fish meat: effect of sucrose and sorbitol
    Murthy, L.N., Phadke, G.G., Siddaiah, V., Boraiah, R.K.
    Food Science and Biotechnology, 2017, 26(5), pp. 1177–1183.
    Citations: 8