Iman Hajirad | Irrigation & Water Management | Best Researcher Award

Best Researcher Award

Iman Hajirad
Affiliation University of Tehran
Country Iran
Subject Area Irrigation & Water Management
Scopus ID 58544445700
Documents 10
Citations 45
h-index 3
Scholar Profile Google Scholar Profile
Event Agri Scientist Awards

Iman Hajirad is a researcher affiliated with the University of Tehran, Iran, whose research profile is associated with Irrigation and Water Management. The supplied publications highlight research on crop yield and water productivity modelling, pulsed drip irrigation for silage maize production in semi-arid environments, and the assessment of water productivity and water consumption using the WaPOR database. These research themes demonstrate the importance of scientific modelling, precision irrigation techniques, and data-driven water resource assessment in improving agricultural productivity. The research also reflects the growing significance of efficient water utilization and sustainable irrigation practices in regions facing water scarcity. [1] [2] [3]

Abstract

This article presents the academic research profile of Iman Hajirad, affiliated with the University of Tehran, Iran, with Irrigation and Water Management as the stated subject area. Irrigation and water management are essential components of sustainable agriculture, particularly in regions where water availability and efficient resource utilization directly influence crop production. The supplied Scopus profile reports 10 documents, 45 citations, and an h-index of 3.These research topics highlight the relevance of agricultural modelling, precision irrigation, and satellite-based water productivity assessment to sustainable agricultural water management. [1] [2] [3]

Keywords

Irrigation and Water Management; Agricultural Water Management; Water Productivity; Crop Yield Modelling; Nonlinear Growth Functions; Drip Irrigation; Pulsed Drip Irrigation; Silage Maize; Semi-Arid Agriculture; Water Consumption; WaPOR Database; Basin Water Management; Irrigation Efficiency; Sustainable Agriculture; Agricultural Modelling; Research Impact.

Introduction

Irrigation and water management play a fundamental role in maintaining agricultural productivity and supporting sustainable food production. Water is one of the most important resources required for crop growth, and its availability directly influences agricultural development. Increasing pressure on freshwater resources, changing climatic conditions, and growing agricultural demands make efficient irrigation practices and scientific water management increasingly important.The supplied publications provide examples of these research directions in crop production and basin-level water management. [1] [2] [3]

Research Profile

Iman Hajirad is affiliated with the University of Tehran in Iran. The supplied academic profile identifies Irrigation and Water Management as the subject area and provides a Scopus author identifier for researcher identification. The Scopus profile offers bibliometric information, including publication count, citation count, and h-index, which provides a quantitative overview of the researcher’s scholarly output and citation activity.According to the supplied Scopus information, the research profile includes 10 documents, 45 citations, and an h-index of 3.[1] [2] [3]

Research Contributions

Research in irrigation and water management contributes to agricultural sustainability through the development of efficient water application methods, crop water productivity assessment, and improved understanding of water consumption patterns. Agricultural modelling provides a scientific basis for evaluating crop yield responses and identifying relationships between water availability and production. Precision irrigation approaches help manage the timing and distribution of water, while remote sensing datasets support the assessment of water productivity across agricultural landscapes.[1] [2] [3]

Publications

The following three references were supplied for this academic profile. Their titles and publication links are reproduced as provided. The publications address nonlinear crop yield and water productivity modelling, pulsed drip irrigation in silage maize production, and basin-level water productivity and consumption assessment using the WaPOR database.[1] [2] [3]

Research Impact

Research in irrigation and water management can contribute to more efficient agricultural production by improving the understanding of crop water requirements, irrigation performance, and water consumption patterns. Crop yield and water productivity modelling can provide useful analytical approaches for evaluating agricultural production in relation to water use.These research directions are important for efficient irrigation planning, water resource assessment, and sustainable agricultural development. The supplied publications provide context for these broader research applications. [1] [2] [3]

Award Suitability

The Best Researcher Award recognizes academic and scientific contributions that demonstrate research productivity, subject expertise, and meaningful contributions to a specialized field. In Irrigation and Water Management, relevant research areas may include precision irrigation, crop water productivity. Iman Hajirad’s supplied academic profile identifies the University of Tehran, Iran, as the institutional affiliation and Irrigation and Water Management as the subject area. The provided Scopus information includes 10 documents, 45 citations, and an h-index of 3. [1] [2] [3]

Conclusion

Iman Hajirad’s academic profile is associated with the University of Tehran, Iran, and the research subject of Irrigation and Water Management. The supplied Scopus information reports 10 documents, 45 citations, and an h-index of 3. The provided publications address nonlinear modelling of crop yield and water productivity, pulsed drip irrigation for silage maize production in semi-arid conditions, and basin-level water productivity and water consumption assessment using the WaPOR database. [1] [2] [3]

References

  1. Crop Yield and Water Productivity Modeling Using Nonlinear Growth Functions.
    https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-025-16096-0
  2. Evaluation of Silage Maize Production Under Pulsed Drip Irrigation in a Semi-Arid Region.
    https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s00271-023-00880-9
  3. Determining the Critical Points of a Basin from the Point of View of Water Productivity and Water Consumption Using the WaPOR Database.
    https://www.mdpi.com/2673-4931/25/1/86

Majid Peyravi | Irrigation | Innovative Research Award

Innovative Research Award

Majid Peyravi
Babol Noshirvani University of Technology, Iran

Majid Peyravi
Affiliation Babol Noshirvani University of Technology
Country Iran
Scopus ID 34979287800
Documents 152
Citations 4,192
h-index 39
Subject Area Irrigation
Event Agri Scientist Awards
ORCID 0000-0002-1434-3122

Majid Peyravi is a researcher affiliated with Babol Noshirvani University of Technology whose scholarly record includes work on membrane technology, nanoporous materials, environmental treatment processes, and water-related engineering. The supplied profile records 152 documents, 4,192 citations, and an h-index of 39, providing a bibliometric basis for academic recognition.

Abstract

Majid Peyravi is presented for consideration for the Innovative Research Award based on a documented scholarly profile associated with Babol Noshirvani University of Technology, Iran. The supplied record reports 152 documents, 4,192 citations, and an h-index of 39. His publications include research addressing membrane modification, nanoporous membrane fouling, landfill leachate treatment, adsorption, nanofiltration, and related environmental engineering challenges. These studies demonstrate sustained engagement with applied membrane and water-treatment research, including experimental investigation and process modelling. Selected publications report approaches for improving membrane functionality, analysing fouling mechanisms, and integrating biological, adsorption, and membrane processes for complex wastewater treatment. The publication record therefore provides a relevant academic basis for assessing research activity, technical contribution, and potential suitability for an innovation-focused recognition programme. [1] [2] [3]

Keywords

Membrane technology; nanofiltration; nanoporous membranes; membrane fouling; landfill leachate; wastewater treatment; adsorption; membrane bioreactor; zero-valent iron nanoparticles; antibacterial membranes; environmental engineering; water treatment; nanotechnology; process modelling; sustainable treatment systems; applied research; irrigation; scholarly impact; research innovation; academic recognition.

Introduction

Research in membrane science increasingly addresses complex water and wastewater treatment challenges through material modification, fouling analysis, adsorption, biological treatment, and pressure-driven separation. Peyravi’s selected publications examine these themes through experimental and modelling approaches, including nanoporous membranes and integrated treatment processes. Such work connects materials research with practical environmental applications. [1] [2] [3]

Research Profile

The supplied research profile identifies Majid Peyravi with Babol Noshirvani University of Technology and the subject area of irrigation. His publication examples indicate broader activity in membrane-based separation and environmental treatment, particularly landfill leachate, nanoporous membranes, fouling behaviour, and nanocomposite membrane modification. The profile combines materials, process, and environmental perspectives. [1] [2] [3]

Research Contributions

The selected studies illustrate several research contributions: evaluation of zero-valent iron nanoparticle modification for membrane antibacterial behaviour; experimental and theoretical analysis of nanoporous membrane fouling; and development of a multistage treatment strategy combining membrane bioreactor, adsorption, and nanofiltration. Together, these studies address membrane performance, fouling control, and complex wastewater treatment. [1] [2] [3]

Publications

The selected publication record includes studies published in established scientific journals covering chemical engineering, water science, and bioprocess engineering. The articles address antibacterial membrane modification, membrane fouling during landfill leachate treatment, and integrated membrane adsorption bioreactor and nanofiltration treatment. DOI identifiers are available for the three selected works, enabling direct scholarly verification. [1] [2] [3]

Research Impact

The supplied bibliometric information records 4,192 citations and an h-index of 39 across 152 documents, indicating a substantial level of scholarly activity and citation visibility. The selected publications also address practical environmental problems, including membrane fouling and landfill leachate treatment, while investigating material and process improvements relevant to water-treatment engineering. [2] [3]

Award Suitability

For an innovation-focused academic award, the supplied profile offers several relevant indicators: a substantial publication portfolio, reported citation activity, and research addressing membrane materials, fouling mechanisms, and integrated wastewater treatment. The selected studies demonstrate experimental investigation and process-oriented problem solving, providing evidence that can support consideration under research innovation criteria. [1] [2] [3]

Conclusion

The supplied information presents Majid Peyravi as an active researcher with a substantial bibliometric record and selected publications addressing membrane science and environmental treatment. The cited studies demonstrate work spanning membrane modification, fouling analysis, adsorption, biological treatment, and nanofiltration. These documented areas provide a reasonable scholarly basis for consideration for an Innovative Research Award. [1] [2] [3]

References

  1. Khajouei, M., Jahanshahi, M., Peyravi, M., Hoseinpour, H., & Shokuhi Rad, A. (2017). Anti-bacterial assay of doped membrane by zero valent Fe nanoparticle via in-situ and ex-situ aspect. Chemical Engineering Research and Design, 117, 287–300.
    https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cherd.2016.10.042
  2. Jahanshahi, M., Peyravi, M., Shafaei, N., & Mirani, H. (2016). Analysis of nanoporous membrane fouling relying on experimental observation and theoretical model for landfill leachate treatment. Water Science & Technology, 73(1), 1–12.
    https://doi.org/10.2166/wst.2015.452
  3. Peyravi, M., Jahanshahi, M., Alimoradi, M., & Ganjian, E. (2016). Old landfill leachate treatment through multistage process: Membrane adsorption bioreactor and nanofiltration. Bioprocess and Biosystems Engineering, 39(12), 1803–1816.
    https://doi.org/10.1007/s00449-016-1655-0

Kazem | Water Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Mr Kazem | Water Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Western Sydney University,  Australia

Kazem Javan is a dedicated PhD student in Civil Engineering at Western Sydney University, where his research focuses on developing sustainable, acid-resistant coatings for sewer pipe rehabilitation using recycled materials such as broken glass and mining by-products. His work is aligned with circular economy principles and carbon reduction goals and is actively linked to the CRC SmartCrete project on carbon-absorbing concrete.

Profile:

🎓 Academic Background:

  • Ph.D. Student in Civil Engineering – Western Sydney University (2024–2028)
    Focus: Development of acid-resistant, sustainable coatings for sewer pipe rehabilitation using recycled materials like broken glass and mine waste; part of CRC SmartCrete project.

  • Former Ph.D. Student in Environmental Engineering Technology – UTS (2023–2024)
    Focused on renewable energy, waste management, and the water-energy-food-pollution nexus.

  • M.Sc. in Civil Engineering – Water Engineering – Tarbiat Modares University (2008–2011)
    Research: Impact of climate change on water availability in watersheds.

  • B.Sc. in Civil Engineering – Azad Islamic University (2003–2007)
    Emphasis on sustainable infrastructure and green design.

🧪 Research & Publications:

Author of 12+ peer-reviewed journal articles in fields such as:

  • Urban stormwater systems optimization

  • Environmental pollution and sustainability

  • Climate change impacts on agriculture and water systems

  • System dynamics modeling for WEF Nexus

🏆 Awards & Memberships:

  • 🎖 SmartCrete CRC & WSU Postgraduate Research Scholarship

  • 👷 Member of:

    • Australian Water Association

    • Concrete Institute of Australia

    • Australasian Corrosion Association

    • Iran Construction Engineering Organization (Building Practitioner)

🛠️ Professional Experience:

  • Environmental & Civil Engineering Manager – Arta Abnieh Dezh Part Co. (2013–2024)
    Led eco-friendly infrastructure projects and sustainable urban development.

  • Technical Supervisor – Ideh Afroz Aria Co. (2011–2013)
    Specialized in hydrology, AI modeling, and water-climate infrastructure systems.

📜 Certifications:

  • HSE-MS (Health, Safety & Environmental Management)

  • Reviewer for Journal of Hydrology & Engineering Science and Technology

  • GIS in Water Engineering | Climate Forecasting | Steel Structures Inspection

  • Licensed Construction Supervisor (Iran)

💻 Technical Skills:

  • Programming & Data Analysis: R, MATLAB, Python

  • Engineering Tools: ArcGIS, QGIS, MS Project, EnergyPlus, AutoCAD

📊 Citation Metrics:

  • Total Citations: 183

  • Citations Since 2020: 139

  • h-index: 6

  • i10-index: 6 (3 since 2020

Publication Top Notes:

  1. A review of interconnected challenges in the water–energy–food nexus: Urban pollution perspective towards sustainable development

  2. Enhancing environmental sustainability in a critical region: Climate change impacts on agriculture and tourism

  3. A comparison of ANN and HSPF models for runoff simulation in Gharehsoo River watershed, Iran

  4. A comparison of ANN and HSPF models for runoff simulation in Balkhichai River Watershed, Iran

  5. The influences of climate change on the runoff of Gharehsoo River Watershed

  6. Assessment of the impacts of nonstationarity on watershed runoff using artificial neural networks: A case study in Ardebil, Iran

  7. Assessing the Water–Energy–Food Nexus and Resource Sustainability in the Ardabil Plain: A System Dynamics and HWA Approach

  8. Assessing environmental sustainability of a vital crop in a critical region: Investigating climate change impacts on agriculture using the SWAT model and HWA method

  9. Coupled SWMM-MOEA/D for multi-objective optimization of low impact development in urban stormwater systems

  10. Interrelated issues within the Water-Energy-Food Nexus with a focus on environmental pollution for sustainable development: A review

  11. Integrating circular economy and life cycle assessment in virtual water management: A case study of food consumption across economic classes in Iran

 

Md. Hossain Ali | Irrigation | Best Researcher Award

Dr Md. Hossain  Ali | Irrigation |  Best Researcher Award

Chief Scientific Officer at  Bangladesh Institute of Nuclear Agriculture (BINA),  Bangladesh

Dr. Md. Hossain Ali is a distinguished expert in agricultural engineering with extensive experience leading innovative research and development at the Bangladesh Institute of Nuclear Agriculture (BINA). As the Chief Scientific Officer and Head of the Agricultural Engineering Division, he has made significant contributions to advancing sustainable agricultural practices and technologies.

Profile:

Academic Background:

  • Post-Doctorate: University Sains Malaysia, Civil Engineering (Water Management)
  • Ph.D.: Bangladesh Agricultural University, Irrigation & Water Management
  • M. Engg. Sci.: University of Melbourne, Civil & Environmental Engineering
  • M.Sc. (Agril. Engg.): Bangladesh Agricultural University
  • B.Sc. (Agril. Engg.): Bangladesh Agricultural University

Expertise:

Dr. Ali specializes in Irrigation and Water Resources Management, Agro-meteorology, and Agro-economics, with over 31 years of professional experience spanning teaching, research, and administration. His technical expertise includes using advanced models like AquaCrop, DSSAT, and HYDRUS-1D for agricultural applications.

Achievements:

  • Recipient of the Shudhachar Award (2022) and Best Scientist Award (2016) from BINA.
  • Recognized in international directories such as WHO’S WHO IN THE WORLD and 2000 Outstanding Intellectuals of the 21st Century.
  • Developed innovative tools and models like M-RechargeCal, M-EToCal, and CropET0.

Citation Metrics:

  • Total Citations: 2,677
  • Citations Since 2020: 1,267
  • h-index: 18 (13 since 2020)
  • i10-index: 30 (16 since 2020)

Publication Top Notes:

  • Increasing Water Productivity in Crop Production—A Synthesis
    M.H. Ali, M.S.U. Talukder
    Agricultural Water Management, 95(11), 1201-1213, 685 citations, 2008
  • Effects of Deficit Irrigation on Yield, Water Productivity, and Economic Returns of Wheat
    M.H. Ali, M.R. Hoque, A.A. Hassan, M.A. Khair
    Agricultural Water Management, 92, 151-161, 614 citations, 2007
  • Fundamentals of Irrigation & On-farm Water Management
    M.H. Ali
    ISBN: 978-1-4419-6334-5, 560 pages, 219 citations, 2010
  • Practices of Irrigation & On-farm Water Management: Volume 2
    H. Ali
    Springer Science & Business Media, 142 citations, 2011
  • Effective Rainfall Calculation Methods for Field Crops: An Overview, Analysis, and New Formulation
    M.H. Ali, S. Mubarak
    Asian Research Journal of Agriculture, 7(1): 1-12, DOI: 10.9734/ARJA/2017/36812, 93 citations, 2017
  • A New Novel Index for Evaluating Model Performance
    M.H. Ali, I. Abustan
    Journal of Natural Resources and Development, 4, 1-9, 90 citations, 2014
  • Effect of Deficit Irrigation at Different Growth Stages on the Yield of Potato
    A.A. Hassan, A.A. Sarkar, M.H. Ali, N.N. Karim
    Pakistan Journal of Biological Sciences, 5(2), 128-134, 72 citations, 2002
  • Sustainability of Groundwater Resources in the North-Eastern Region of Bangladesh
    M.H. Ali, I. Abustan, M.A. Rahman, A.A.M. Haque
    Water Resources Management, 26, 623-641, 61 citations, 2012
  • Crop Water Requirement and Irrigation Scheduling
    M.H. Ali
    Fundamentals of Irrigation and On-farm Water Management: Volume 1, 399-452, 58 citations, 2010
  • Effects of Deficit Irrigation on Yield, Water Productivity and Economic Return of Sunflower
    A.J. Mila, M.H. Ali, A.R. Akanda, M.H. Rashid, M.A. Rahman
    Cogent Food & Agriculture, 3: 1287619, 37 citations, 2017