Manpreet Kaur | Sustainable Agriculture | Young Researcher Award

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

Vassilios Triantafyllidis | Sustainable Crop Production | Best Researcher Award

Vassilios Triantafyllidis | Sustainable Crop Production | Best Researcher Award

Assist Prof Dr Vassilios Triantafyllidis, University of Patras, Greece

Based on the provided information, Dr. Vassilios Triantafyllidis appears to be a strong candidate for the Researcher of the Year Award.

Publication profile

Orcid

Extensive Education and Experience

Dr. Triantafyllidis holds a Ph.D. in Agricultural and Environmental Sciences and has substantial teaching and research experience, including roles as an Assistant Professor and visiting lecturer at multiple institutions.

Diverse Research Contributions

His research spans several important areas including pesticide science, soil and water management, and the environmental impact of agricultural practices. Notable projects include comparative assessments of pesticide impacts in Europe and innovative methodologies for olive oil traceability.

Significant Publications

He has published multiple impactful articles in reputable journals on topics like herbicide use, olive tree water dynamics, and organic fertilization effects, demonstrating his active and influential research output.

Leadership in Research Projects

Dr. Triantafyllidis has served as a principal investigator and research fellow in significant projects, contributing to advancements in agricultural sciences and environmental management.

Commitment to Education

His teaching contributions at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels highlight his dedication to shaping future experts in his field.

Overall, Dr. Triantafyllidis’s comprehensive research, educational involvement, and leadership in significant projects make him a well-suited candidate for the Best Researcher Award. 🌟🔬📚

Publication top notes

Herbicide Use in the Era of Farm to Fork: Strengths, Weaknesses, and Future Implications

Influence of Organic Fertilization and Soil Tillage on the Yield and Quality of Cold-Pressed Camelina [Camelina sativa (L.) Crantz] Seed Cake: An Alternative Feed Ingredient

Mediterranean Plants as Potential Source of Biopesticides: An Overview of Current Research and Future Trends

Fungicides in Europe During the Twenty-first Century: a Comparative Assessment Using Agri-environmental Indices of EU<sub>27</sub>

Performance of fourteen genotypes of durum wheat under Eastern Mediterranean conditions

Seed fixed oil content, oil yield, and fatty acids profile of <i>Nigella sativa</i> L. in response to fertilization and plant density

Maryam Yousefi | Sustainable Agriculture | Best Researcher Award

Dr Maryam Yousefi |  Sustainable Agriculture |  Best Researcher Award

Postdoc at  ZALF,  Germany

Dr. Maryam Yousefi is a prominent researcher specializing in environmental science and agricultural sustainability. She is currently a postdoctoral researcher at the Leibniz Centre for Agricultural Landscape Research (ZALF) in Berlin, Germany, focusing on “Living Labs in Agricultural Landscapes” under the supervision of Prof. Frank Ewert. Previously, she worked at ETH Zurich’s Institute of Terrestrial Ecosystems, where she explored “Enhancing biodiversity & resilience in crop production,” supervised by Prof. Jaboury Ghazoul and Prof. Johan Six.

Profile:

🎓 Education:

  • Ph.D. in Environmental Science
    Shahid Beheshti University, Iran
    2015-2021

    • Visitor, Autonomous University of Barcelona, Spain (2018-2019)
  • M.S. in Natural Resource Engineering – Land Use Planning and Assessment
    Birjand University, Iran
    2010-2012
  • B.S. in Natural Resource Engineering – Environmental Science
    Hakim Sabzevari University, Iran
    2008-2010
  • A.S. in Environmental Science
    Birjand University, Iran
    2004-2006

🏆 Honors and Awards:

  1. Ranked 1st among B.S. students in Environmental Science, Hakim Sabzevari University.
  2. Granted direct admission to M.S. program by Birjand University’s Talent Student Office.
  3. Active member of the Young Researchers Club (2010-2018).
  4. Ranked 3rd among ~2000 participants in the Iranian Ph.D. entrance exam.

🔬 Academic and Project Experience:

  • Collaborator – Environmental Impact Assessment Guidelines (Iran)
    2020-2021
  • Project Manager – Agricultural Planning (Qazvin Province, Iran)
    2020
  • Project Manager – Land Use Planning (Gilan & Qazvin Provinces, Iran)
    2015-2018
  • Research Assistant – Shahid Beheshti University, Tehran, Iran
    2016-2017
  • Lecturer – Payam Noor University, Iran
    2013

🌿 Sustainable Agriculture Research Focus:

    • Biodiversity & Resilience: Enhancing biodiversity and resilience in crop production systems to improve sustainability and productivity.
    • Ecosystem Services: Evaluating and optimizing ecosystem services provided by agricultural landscapes, such as pest control and soil health.
    • Agri-environmental Schemes: Assessing the effectiveness of intercropping and other agri-environmental schemes to support sustainable farming practices.
    • Living Labs: Implementing and studying living labs in agricultural landscapes to test and promote sustainable agricultural practices.
    • Landscape Ecological Modeling: Using landscape ecological models to understand and manage landscape carrying capacity and environmental impacts of agricultural activities.
    • Social-Ecological Systems: Exploring the interactions between social and ecological systems to develop integrated approaches for sustainable land use and management.

Citations:

  • Total Citations: 255
  • Citations Since 2019: 235
  • h-index: 9
  • i10-index: 9

Publication Top Notes:

  • Modelling Landscape Ecological Assessments of Land Use and Cover Change Scenarios: Application to the Bojnourd Metropolitan Area (NE Iran)
    • Authors: A Darvishi, M Yousefi, J Marull
    • Journal: Land Use Policy
    • Citations: 62
    • Year: 2020
  • Convenient Landfill Site Selection by Using Fuzzy Logic and Geographic Information Systems: A Case Study in Bardaskan, East of Iran
    • Authors: A Khorram, M Yousefi, SA Alavi, J Farsi
    • Journal: Health Scope
    • Citations: 45
    • Year: 2015
  • Land Use Change Detection Using Remote Sensing and Artificial Neural Network: Application to Birjand, Iran
    • Authors: M Ahmadizadeh, M Yousefi
    • Journal: Computational Ecology and Software
    • Citations: 28
    • Year: 2014
  • An Energy-Landscape Integrated Analysis to Evaluate Agroecological Scarcity
    • Authors: M Yousefi, A Darvishi, R Padró, S Barghjelveh, NM Dinan, J Marull
    • Journal: Science of the Total Environment
    • Citations: 21
    • Year: 2020
  • Assessing Levels, Trade-offs, and Synergies of Landscape Services in the Iranian Province of Qazvin: Towards Sustainable Landscapes
    • Authors: A Darvishi, M Yousefi, NM Dinan, P Angelstam
    • Journal: Landscape Ecology
    • Citations: 16
    • Year: 2022
  • Comparison of Two Biophysical Indicators Under Different Landscape Complexity
    • Authors: M Yousefi, A Darvishi, E Tello, S Barghjelveh, NM Dinan, J Marull
    • Journal: Ecological Indicators
    • Citations: 14
    • Year: 2021
  • Assessment and Spatial Planning of Landscape Ecological Connectivity for Biodiversity Management (Case Study: Qazvin Province)
    • Authors: A Darvishi, NM Dinan, S Barghjelveh, M Yousefi
    • Journal: Iranian Journal of Applied Ecology
    • Citations: 14
    • Year: 2020
  • Investigating the Effect of Socio-economic Disturbance Resulting from Human Activities on Landscape Ecological Function Using HANPP Index (Case Study: Qazvin Province)
    • Authors: A Darvishi, M Yousefi, NM Mobarghei Dinan
    • Journal: Journal of Natural Environment
    • Citations: 13
    • Year: 2020
  • Evaluating the Correlation Between Pollination Ecosystem Service and Landscape Pattern Metrics (Case Study: Qazvin Province)
    • Authors: A Darvishi, M Yousefi, DN Mobargae
    • Journal: Iranian Journal of Applied Ecology
    • Citations: 10
    • Year: 2021
  • Assessment of Light Pollution in Bojnord City Using Remote Sensing Data
    • Authors: A Khorram, M Yousefi, M Fardad
    • Journal: International Journal of Environmental Health Engineering
    • Citations: 6
    • Year: 2014

 

Vladimír Langraf | Agroecosystems | Best Researcher Award

Assoc Prof Dr Vladimír Langraf |  Agroecosystems |  Best Researcher Award

associate professor position at  Constantine the Philosopher University in Nitra,   Slovakia

Doc. RNDr. Vladimír Langraf, PhD, serves as an Associate Professor at Constantine the Philosopher University in Nitra, Slovakia. He has an extensive academic background, completing his PhD in Landscape Protection and Exploitation in 2018 and earning his associate professorship in Biology in 2024. His research primarily focuses on agroecosystems, entomology, biostatistics, and big data.

 

Profile

Academic and Professional Background 📜

  • 2024: Habilitation in Biology, Constantine the Philosopher University in Nitra
  • 2014 – 2018: PhD in Landscape Protection and Exploitation, Constantine the Philosopher University in Nitra
  • 2015 – 2016: Rigorous Degree (RNDr) in Landscape Protection and Exploitation, Constantine the Philosopher University in Nitra
  • 2012 – 2014: Master’s Degree (Mgr) in Biology, Constantine the Philosopher University in Nitra
  • 2009 – 2012: Bachelor’s Degree (Bc) in Biology, Constantine the Philosopher University in Nitra

Agroecosystems Research Focus:

doc. RNDr. Vladimír Langraf PhD, an Associate Professor at Constantine the Philosopher University in Nitra, specializes in the study of agroecosystems. His research delves into the dynamics and interactions within agricultural environments, focusing on the composition and seasonal variation of epigeic arthropods in different types of crops and their ecotones. His work aims to understand the impact of agricultural practices on biodiversity and ecosystem health, particularly through the lens of ecological management and sustainable farming practices.

Citations:

  • Citations: 117 citations by 84 documents
  • h-index: 8

📄 Publication:

  • Habitat Structure Impact on the Occurrence Preferences and Behaviour of the Endangered Species Hipparchia hermione (Lepidoptera, Nymphalidae) in Slovakia
    • Farkasová, S., Kalivoda, H., Langraf, V., Holecová, M.
    • Ekologia Bratislava, 2024, 43(1), pp. 66–75
  • Structure of Beetles (Coleoptera) in the Conditions of Agriculturally Used Land and Natural Habitat of the European Important Territory of the Dunajské luhy
    • Langraf, V., Petrovičová, K., Brygadyrenko, V.
    • Contemporary Problems of Ecology, 2024, 17(2), pp. 325–335
  • Seasonal Dynamics of Epigeic Arthropods under the Conditions of Ecological Management of the Triticum aestivum Crop
    • Langraf, V., Petrovičová, K.
    • Agriculture (Switzerland), 2024, 14(3), 482
  • Comparison of Spatial Dispersion of Epigeic Fauna Between Alluvial Forests in an Agrarian and Dunajské luhy Protected Landscape Area, Southern Slovakia
    • Langraf, V., Petrovičová, K., David, S., Brygadyrenko, V.
    • Central European Forestry Journal, 2024, 70(1), pp. 3–10
  • Ladybird (Coleoptera, Coccinellidae) Communities on Nonnative Blue Spruce in Central Europe
    • Jauschová, T., Sarvašová, L., Saniga, M., Kulfan, J., Zach, P.
    • Folia Oecologica, 2024, 51(1), pp. 18–28