Younes Rezaee Danesh | Plant Protection | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr Younes Rezaee Danesh |  Plant Protection |  Best Researcher Award

Full Professor at  Van Yuzuncu Yil University, Turkey

Younes Rezaee Danesh is a Full Professor specializing in mycology, plant pathology, and biological control. His work focuses on symbiotic fungi, bio-fertilizers, and eco-friendly plant growth enhancers. He has held academic positions in Iran and Turkey, and led an EU-funded HORIZON 2020 project. With over 1000 citations, he has contributed significantly to sustainable agriculture research, collaborating with international partners and publishing numerous high-impact papers. He is also a member of various scientific societies and editorial boards. His research aims to promote plant resistance against abiotic and biotic stresses through microbial solutions.

Publication Profile

Academic and Professional Background:

Younes Rezaee Danesh has held various academic roles in multiple countries, beginning in 2007 at Urmia University, Iran. He has also led a HORIZON 2020 EU-funded project at the Soil, Fertilizer and Water Resources Central Research Institute in Ankara, Turkey. His research focuses on mycology, plant pathology, and biological control, emphasizing the eco-friendly use of symbiotic fungi as bio-fertilizers and biostimulants. With numerous international collaborations, Younes has over 1000 citations and is a member of several global scientific societies.

Research and Innovations:

  • Completed/Ongoing Research Projects:
    • Leader of 4 completed projects, co-researcher in 4 completed projects.
    • Currently leading 2 projects and acting as co-researcher in 2 others.
  • Citation Index:
    • H-Index: 16
    • More than 1000 citations
  • Consultancy/Industry Projects:
    • Advisor in 2 projects at the Soil, Fertilizer and Water Resources Central Research Institute, Ankara, Turkey.
    • Management Committee Member for COST Action Projects (COST 22158, COST 22142).
  • Books Published (ISBN):
    • Authored and contributed to 10 books and book chapters, including titles published by Springer and Elsevier.
  • Journals Published (SCI, Scopus, etc.):
    • Published 73 papers in indexed journals.
  • Editorial Appointments:
    • Member of editorial boards in journals including International Journal of Agricultural Technology and Frontiers in Physiology.
  • Collaborations:
    • Extensive collaborations with research institutes and universities in countries such as Turkey, Hungary, Italy, and Spain.

Professional Memberships:

  • Life member in various scientific organizations, including the Asian Mycorrhizal Society and the Iranian Society of Plant Pathology.

Areas of Research:

  • Agricultural Sciences, Mycology, Plant Pathology, Biotechnology, Environmental Biology, and Microbial Genetics.

Contributions:

Younes Rezaee Danesh’s work has significantly impacted sustainable agriculture by promoting eco-friendly microbial solutions to enhance plant growth and stress resilience. His research on arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi and plant-microbe interactions has offered innovative biofertilization strategies, improving nutrient uptake and reducing dependence on chemical inputs. These contributions address critical challenges in food security, particularly in regions affected by drought and salinity.

Citations:

  • All time: 1046
  • Since 2019: 601

h-index:

  • All time: 16
  • Since 2019: 13

i10-index:

  • All time: 28
  • Since 2019: 17

Publication Top Notes

  • Mycorrhizal fungi: what we know and what should we know?
    EM Goltapeh, YR Danesh, R Prasad, A Varma
    Mycorrhiza: State of the Art, Genetics and Molecular Biology, Eco-function
    Citations: 121 (2008)
  • Effects of arbuscular mycorrhizal (AM) fungi on growth, essential oil production, and nutrients uptake in basil
    M Rasouli-Sadaghiani, A Hassani, M Barin, YR Danesh, F Sefidkon
    Journal of Medicinal Plants Research, 4(21): 2222-2228
    Citations: 115 (2010)
  • Mycorrhiza: state of the art, genetics and molecular biology, eco-function, biotechnology, eco-physiology, structure and systematics
    A Varma
    Citations: 84 (2008)
  • Fungi as bioremediators
    EM Goltapeh, YR Danesh, A Varma
    Springer Science & Business Media
    Citations: 50 (2013)
  • Effects of heavy metal resistant soil microbes inoculation and soil Cd concentration on growth and metal uptake of millet, couch grass, and alfalfa
    M Rahmanian, K Habib, RD Younes, RS Mir Hasan
    African Journal of Microbiology Research, 5(4): 403-410
    Citations: 31 (2011)
  • Genetic analysis of partial resistance to basal stem rot (Sclerotinia sclerotiorum) in sunflower
    M Amouzadeh, R Darvishzadeh, P Haddadi, BA Mandoulakani
    Genetika (Belgrade), 45(3): 737-748
    Citations: 30 (2013)
  • Bioremediation and genetically modified organisms
    M Jafari, YR Danesh, EM Goltapeh, A Varma
    Fungi as Bioremediators: 433-451
    Citations: 29 (2012)
  • Mycoremediation of heavy metals
    YR Danesh, M Tajbakhsh, EM Goltapeh, A Varma
    Fungi as Bioremediators: 245-267
    Citations: 29 (2012)
  • Biological control of Fusarium basal rot of onion using Trichoderma harzianum and Glomus mosseae
    B Ghanbarzadeh, N Safaie, E Mohammadi Goltapeh, Y Rezaee Danesh
    Journal of Crop Protection, 5(3): 359-368
    Citations: 28 (2016)
  • Optimizing carrot hairy root production for monoxenic culture of arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi in Iran
    YR Danesh, EM Goltapeh, A Alizadeh, MM Sanavy
    Journal of Biological Sciences, 6(1): 87-91
    Citations: 28 (2006)
  • Antagonistic effects of Trichoderma species in biocontrol of Armillaria mellea in fruit trees in Iran
    M Asef, E Goltapeh, Y Danesh
    Journal of Plant Protection Research, 48(2)
    Citations: 26 (2008)
  • Pathogenic interactions between Trichoderma species and Agaricus bisporus
    ME Goltapeh, Y Rezaei Danesh
    Journal of Agricultural Technology, 2: 29-37
    Citations: 24 (2006)
  • Effects of some biological agents on the growth and biochemical parameters of tomato plants infected with Alternaria solani (Ellis & Martin) Sorauer
    G Boyno, S Demir, YR Danesh
    European Journal of Plant Pathology, 162(1): 19-29
    Citations: 23 (2022)
  • Effects of thyme (zaatar) essential oil and some chemical compounds in the control of citrus bacterial canker in Iran
    S Samavi, N Hassanzadeh, MM Faghihi, YR Danesh
    Journal of Plant Pathology: 691-696
    Citations: 21 (2009)
  • Identification of Trichoderma species causing green mould in button mushroom farms, distribution and their relative abundance
    YR Danesh, EM Goltapeh, H Rohani
    Citations: 18 (2001)
  • Studies on interaction between Trichoderma species and Agaricus bisporus mycelium
    EM Goltapeh, YR Danesh
    Citations: 17 (2000)
  • Morphophysiological and biochemical responses of Zinnia elegans to different irrigation regimes in symbiosis with Glomus mosseae
    Z Heidari, MJ Nazarideljou, Y Rezaei Danesh, N Khezrinejad
    International Journal of Horticultural Science and Technology, 3(1): 19-32
    Citations: 15 (2016)
  • The complex interplay between arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi and strigolactone: Mechanisms, synergies, applications and future directions
    G Boyno, Y Rezaee Danesh, S Demir, N Teniz, JM Mulet, R Porcel
    International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 24(23): 16774
    Citations: 14 (2023)
  • Foliar applications of ZnO and its nanoparticles increase safflower (Carthamus tinctorius L.) growth and yield under water stress
    M Ghiyasi, Y Rezaee Danesh, R Amirnia, S Najafi, JM Mulet, R Porcel
    Agronomy, 13(1): 192
    Citations: 14 (2023)
  • Rock phosphate solubilizing potential of soil microorganisms: advances in sustainable crop production
    B Khoshru, AF Nosratabad, D Mitra, M Chaithra, YR Danesh, G Boyno
    Bacteria, 2(2): 98-115
    Citations: 13 (2023)

 

R. DINESHKUMAR | Sustainable Crop Production Systems | Best Researcher Award

R. DINESHKUMAR | Sustainable Crop Production Systems | Best Researcher Award

Assist Prof Dr R. DINESHKUMAR, Vivekanandha Arts and science college for women, Sankagiri, India

Assistant Professor Dr. R. Dineshkumar is a distinguished researcher in Marine Microbiology, holding a Ph.D. from Annamalai University. His pioneering work focuses on utilizing marine microalgae extracts as biofertilizers for crops, contributing to sustainable agriculture. With 46 publications and an impact factor of 152.6, he has received numerous accolades, including the Rajiv Gandhi National Fellowship and Young Researcher Award. Dr. Dineshkumar actively participates in peer review and conference organization, enhancing scientific literature quality. His expertise has made him a sought-after speaker, and his commitment to education shapes the next generation of scientists. 🌊🌱📚🏆🔬

Publication Profile

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Education

Dr. R. Dineshkumar earned his Ph.D. in Marine Microbiology from the Centre of Advanced Study in Marine Biology at Annamalai University (2014-2020), where he received high commendation for his thesis on the role of marine microalgae and their extracts as biofertilizers in cultivating maize, onion, green gram, and paddy. He completed his M.Sc. in Microbiology at Gandhi Gram Rural University (2012-2014), focusing on how different carbon and nitrogen sources influence microalgae biomass and lipid production. Dr. Dineshkumar also holds a B.Sc. in Microbiology from Thiagarajar College (2009-2012), showcasing a solid foundation in the field. 🌊📚🌱🔬🎓

Awards and Fellowship

Dr. R. Dineshkumar has received several prestigious awards for his outstanding contributions to research. In 2015, he was honored with the Rajiv Gandhi National Fellowship from the University Grants Commission (UGC), recognizing his potential in marine microbiology. In 2020, he was awarded the Young Researcher Award by InSc-Bangalore and the Young Scientist Award from VD GOOD Technology Factory, reflecting his innovative research efforts. Additionally, he received the Outstanding Research Paper Award from Novel Research Academy in 2020, further highlighting his commitment to advancing scientific knowledge and sustainable practices in microbiology. 🏆🌟📜🔬🎓

Teaching and Research Experience

Dr. R. Dineshkumar has held several key positions throughout his academic career, showcasing his dedication to research and education. He began as a Junior Research Fellow at Annamalai University from April 2015 to March 2017, progressing to a Senior Research Fellow until February 2019. He then served as an Assistant Professor at Karpagam Academy of Higher Education from March 2019 to December 2021. Following that, he worked as a Teaching Assistant at Madurai Kamaraj University from February to May 2022. Currently, he is an Assistant Professor at Vivekanadha Arts and Science College for Women, where he continues to inspire and educate future scientists. 🎓🔬📚👩‍🏫🌊

Research Focus

Dr. R. Dineshkumar’s research focuses primarily on Marine Microbiology and Agricultural Microbiology, emphasizing the utilization of microalgae for sustainable agricultural practices. His studies include enhancing the growth of Spirulina platensis, exploring the antimicrobial properties of green microalgae, and assessing the impact of microalgae as biofertilizers in crops like maize. He has contributed significantly to the understanding of marine and freshwater ecosystems and their applications in aquaculture. His work also addresses the sustainable treatment of aquaculture effluents, highlighting his commitment to environmental health and sustainable agricultural practices. 🌊🌱🔬🌿📊

Conclusion

Assistant Professor Dr. R. Dineshkumar exemplifies excellence in research and education in marine microbiology and its agricultural applications. His impressive educational background, numerous awards, extensive publications, and commitment to teaching position him as a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award. His innovative work continues to impact sustainable agriculture and environmental practices positively

 

Jianguo Wu | Agricultural Intelligent Equipment | Best Researcher Award

Mr Jianguo Wu |  Agricultural Intelligent Equipment | Best Researcher Award

Postgraduate at  Intelligent Equipment Research Center, Beijing Academy of Agriculture and Forestry Sciences, China

Jianguo Wu, a graduate student specializing in agricultural intelligent equipment, is currently affiliated with the Precision Pesticide Application Department at the Intelligent Equipment Research Center, Beijing Academy of Agriculture and Forestry Sciences. Born on March 16, 1995, Jianguo began his master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering at the College of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering, Xinjiang Agricultural University in September 2021. His academic journey led him to joint training at the Intelligent Equipment Research Center from June 2022 to June 2024, focusing on designing a spray boom height control system for sprayers.

 

Profile:

Educational Journey:

🎓 Master’s in Mechanical Engineering from the College of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering, Xinjiang Agricultural University (commenced in September 2021). 📚 Joint Training at the Intelligent Equipment Research Center from June 2022 to June 2024.

Professional Experience:

📝 Published two core papers in Chinese. 🌐 Published one JCR Q1 paper. 🏆 Holder of a Chinese invention patent and a computer software copyright.

Achievements:

  • 📈 H-index and Cumulative Impact Factor: 6.342.
  • 🏅 Received 4 awards and recognitions.
  • 👥 Active member of 40 professional bodies.

Jianguo Wu’s research and innovations significantly contribute to advancing agricultural intelligent equipment technology, making strides toward the future of autonomous farming. 🌾🔧

Research Focus in Agricultural Intelligent Equipment:

Jianguo Wu’s research focuses on advancing Agricultural Intelligent Equipment, particularly specializing in the precision and efficiency of pesticide application. His work, based at the Intelligent Equipment Research Center of the Beijing Academy of Agriculture and Forestry Sciences, centers on developing innovative systems for spray boom height control in agricultural sprayers. Through his expertise, Jianguo aims to enhance the automation and effectiveness of farming practices, contributing to sustainable agricultural solutions and improved crop yield management.

Publication:

Model for Detecting Boom Height Based on an Ultrasonic Sensor for the Whole Growth Cycle of Wheat Agriculture, 2023-12-22 | Journal Article DOI: 10.3390/agriculture14010021