Seyed Bahram Andarzian | Crop Production | Best Researcher Award

Assoc Prof Dr Seyed Bahram Andarzian |  Crop Production |  Best Researcher Award

Researcher at  Agricultural research and Traning Istitute,  Iran

Seyed Bahram Andarzian, PhD, is a prominent researcher and expert in Modeling Crop Eco-physiology at the Research and Training Institute of Agricultural and Natural Resources of Khuzestan in Ahvaz, Iran. With a specialization in computer modeling and simulation of agricultural systems, Dr. Andarzian focuses on the impact of climate change and variability on agricultural production and water resource use. His research interests encompass seasonal forecasting and field management in agro-meteorology, as well as addressing various crop and environmental stresses, including water, heat, cold, and salinity stress. Additionally, he is dedicated to enhancing crop yield and water productivity through effective field management options and is involved in the development of mobile applications for smart agriculture. Dr. Andarzian’s contributions significantly advance sustainable agricultural practices in the region.

Publication profile:

Educational Background 🎓

  • Ph.D. in Agronomy (Crop Eco-physiology), Chamran University, Ahvaz, Iran (2007)
  • M.S. in Agronomy, Chamran University, Ahvaz, Iran (2000)
  • B.S. in Crop Production Engineering, Chamran University, Ahvaz, Iran (1994)
  • Diploma in General Agriculture, Agricultural High School of Rjaei, Ramhoormoz, Iran (1987)

Research Areas 🔬

Dr. Andarzian specializes in:

  • Computer modeling and simulation of agricultural systems
  • The impact of climate change and variability on agricultural production and water resource use
  • Seasonal forecasting and field management
  • Crop and environmental stresses (water, heat, cold, salinity stress)
  • Strategies to increase crop yield and water productivity
  • Development of mobile applications for smart agriculture

Professional Experience 🏢

  • Director, Research and Training Institute of Agricultural and Natural Resources of Khuzestan (2022 – Present)
  • Education and Promotion Deputy, Research and Training Institute of Agricultural and Natural Resources of Khuzestan (2013 – 2022)
  • Head of Research Department, Natural Resources, Research and Training Institute of Agricultural and Natural Resources of Khuzestan (2007 – 2011)
  • Member of the Scientific Board, Research and Training Institute of Agricultural and Natural Resources of Khuzestan (2002 – Present)

Memberships and Contributions 🌍

  • Active member of the International Consortium for Agricultural Systems Applications, University of Georgia, USA
  • Member of the Planning Crop Production Committee, Agricultural Organization of Khuzestan, Iran
  • Advisor for agricultural development and water use planning projects in Khuzestan Province

Dr. Andarzian’s extensive experience and dedication to advancing agricultural science significantly contribute to enhancing crop production and sustainable agricultural practices in Iran.

Citations:

Citations: 327
Documents: 315
h-index: 5

 

Publication Top Notes:

  • Improving Irrigation Scheduling of Wheat to Increase Water Productivity in Shallow Groundwater Conditions Using AquaCrop
    Goosheh, M., Pazira, E., Gholami, A., Andarzian, B., & Panahpour, E.
    Irrigation and Drainage, 2018, 67(5), pp. 738–754. Citations: 16
  • Quantifying the Germination Response of Spring Canola (Brassica napus L.) to Temperature
    Derakhshan, A., Bakhshandeh, A., Siadat, S.A.-A., Moradi-Telavat, M.-R., & Andarzian, S.B.
    Industrial Crops and Products, 2018, 122, pp. 195–201. Citations: 21
  • Determining Optimum Sowing Date of Wheat Using CSM-CERES-Wheat Model
    Andarzian, B., Hoogenboom, G., Bannayan, M., Shirali, M., & Andarzian, B.
    Journal of the Saudi Society of Agricultural Sciences, 2015, 14(2), pp. 189–199. Citations: 62
  • Validation and Testing of the AquaCrop Model Under Full and Deficit Irrigated Wheat Production in Iran
    Andarzian, B., Bannayan, M., Steduto, P., Barati, M.A., & Rahnama, A.
    Agricultural Water Management, 2011, 100(1), pp. 1–8. Citations: 205
  • Simulating the Effects of Planting Date and Nitrogen Fertilizer on Yield and Phenological Stages of Maize Cultivar SC-604 Under Climatic Conditions of South-Western Iran Using CERES-Maize Model
    Delfieh, M., Meskarbashi, M., Andarzian, B., & Farhoudi, R.

 

B P Chandra | Crop Yield | Young Scientist Award

Assist Prof Dr B P  Chandra | Crop Yield |  Young Scientist Award

Assistant professor at Sri Satya Sai Institute of Higher learning,  India

Dr. B. Praphulla Chandra is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemistry at the Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning in Prasanthi Nilayam, India. Born on August 23, 1990, he is an accomplished researcher in the field of atmospheric chemistry. His research interests encompass the emissions and chemistry of volatile organic compounds, sub-micron organic aerosols, analytical atmospheric chemistry, and multiphase chemistry. With a strong commitment to advancing the understanding of atmospheric processes, Dr. Chandra contributes significantly to the academic community through his teaching and research endeavors.

Publication profile:

 

🎓 Educational Qualifications:

  • B.Sc. in Chemistry (2007–2010)
    Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning, India (CGPA: 4.77/5)
  • M.Sc. in Chemistry (2010-2012)
    Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning, India (CGPA: 5.0/5, Gold Medal)
  • Ph.D. in Analytical and Atmospheric Chemistry (2013-2018)
    Indian Institute of Science Education and Research, Mohali, India (CGPA: 10.0/10)
  • Post-Doctoral Research (2018-2020)
    University of Washington, Seattle, USA

🛠️ Technical Skills:

  • Instrument Proficiency:
    • Liquid Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS-QQQ & LC-MS QTof)
    • Microwave-assisted Plasma Atomic Emission Spectroscopy (MP-AES)
    • Thermal Desorption Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (TD-GC-MS)
    • Proton Transfer Reaction Mass Spectrometry (PTR-MS)
    • Cavity Ring-down Spectroscopy (CRDS)
    • NOx chemiluminescence and infrared CO analyzers
  • Sampling and Analysis:
    • Measurement of Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) in various air samples
    • Gravimetric analysis of suspended particulate matter

🏆 Awards and Distinctions:

  • Gold Medal for distinction in M.Sc. Chemistry (2012)
  • GATE (All India Rank-126) in Chemistry (2012)
  • UGC/CSIR-JRF (All India Rank-70) in Chemical Sciences (2011)
  • Various international travel grants for conferences and training

🔍 Research Experience:

  • Research Associate: University of Washington, Bothell, USA (2018-2020)
  • Doctoral Scholar: Indian Institute of Science Education and Research, Mohali (2013-2018)
  • Research Assistant: IISER Mohali (2012)
  • Master’s Thesis: Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning (2010-2012)

Citations Metrics:

  • Total Citations: 778
  • Citations Since 2019: 668
  • h-index: 12
  • h-index Since 2019: 12
  • i10-index: 13
  • i10-index Since 2019: 13

 

Publication Top Notes:

  • Winter fog experiment over the Indo-Gangetic plains of India
    SD Ghude, GS Bhat, T Prabhakaran, RK Jenamani, DM Chate, PD Safai, …
    Current Science, 2017, pp. 767-784.
    Citations: 121
  • Assessment of crop yield losses in Punjab and Haryana using 2 years of continuous in situ ozone measurements
    B Sinha, K Singh Sangwan, Y Maurya, V Kumar, C Sarkar, BP Chandra, …
    Atmospheric Chemistry and Physics, 15(16), 9555-9576, 2015.
    Citations: 115
  • Contribution of post-harvest agricultural paddy residue fires in the NW Indo-Gangetic Plain to ambient carcinogenic benzenoids, toxic isocyanic acid and carbon monoxide
    BP Chandra, V Sinha
    Environment International, 88, 187-197, 2016.
    Citations: 94
  • Gridded Emissions of CO, NOx, SO2, CO2, NH3, HCl, CH4, PM2.5, PM10, BC, and NMVOC from Open Municipal Waste Burning in India
    G Sharma, B Sinha, Pallavi, H Hakkim, BP Chandra, A Kumar, V Sinha
    Environmental Science & Technology, 53(9), 4765-4774, 2019.
    Citations: 84
  • Large unexplained suite of chemically reactive compounds present in ambient air due to biomass fires
    V Kumar, BP Chandra, V Sinha
    Scientific Reports, 8(1), 626, 2018.
    Citations: 76
  • Limitation of the use of the absorption angstrom exponent for source apportionment of equivalent black carbon: a case study from the North West Indo-Gangetic Plain
    S Garg, BP Chandra, V Sinha, R Sarda-Esteve, V Gros, B Sinha
    Environmental Science & Technology, 50(2), 814-824, 2016.
    Citations: 75
  • Quantifying the contribution of long-range transport to particulate matter (PM) mass loadings at a suburban site in the north-western Indo-Gangetic Plain (NW-IGP)
    H Pawar, S Garg, V Kumar, H Sachan, R Arya, C Sarkar, BP Chandra, …
    Atmospheric Chemistry and Physics, 15(16), 9501-9520, 2015.
    Citations: 71
  • Volatile organic compound measurements point to fog-induced biomass burning feedback to air quality in the megacity of Delhi
    H Hakkim, V Sinha, BP Chandra, A Kumar, AK Mishra, B Sinha, G Sharma, …
    Science of the Total Environment, 689, 295-304, 2019.
    Citations: 36
  • Storage stability studies and field application of low-cost glass flasks for analyses of thirteen ambient VOCs using proton transfer reaction mass spectrometry
    BP Chandra, V Sinha, H Hakkim, B Sinha
    International Journal of Mass Spectrometry, 419, 11-19, 2017.
    Citations: 32
  • Odd–even traffic rule implementation during winter 2016 in Delhi did not reduce traffic emissions of VOCs, carbon dioxide, methane and carbon monoxide
    BP Chandra, V Sinha, H Hakkim, A Kumar, H Pawar, AK Mishra, …
    Current Science, 114(6), 1318-1325, 2018.
    Citations: 27
  • Highly efficient and simultaneous remediation of heavy metal ions (Pb (II), Hg (II), As (V), As (III) and Cr (VI)) from water using Ce intercalated and ceria decorated titanate
    A Biswas, BP Chandra, C Prathibha
    Applied Surface Science, 612, 155841, 2023.
    Citations: 13
  • Optimization of a Method for the Detection of Biomass-Burning Relevant VOCs in Urban Areas using Thermal Desorption Gas Chromatography Mass Spectrometry
    BP Chandra, CD McClure, J Mulligan, DA Jaffe
    Atmosphere, 11(3), 276, 2020.
    Citations: 12
  • The Effect of Functional Group Polarity in Palladium Immobilized Multiwalled Carbon Nanotube Catalysis
    BP Chandra, Z Wu, SA Ntim, GN Rao, S Mitra
    Applied Sciences, 8, 1511, 2018.
    Citations: 10
  • Optimized LC-MS/MS method for simultaneous determination of endocrine disruptors and PAHs bound to PM2.5: Sources and health risk in Indo-Gangetic Plain
    DP Patnana, BP Chandra, P Chaudhary, B Sinha, V Sinha
    Atmospheric Environment, 290, 119363, 2022.
    Citations: 7
  • Activation of neem flower with CTAB for irreversible adsorption of methyl orange—isotherm, kinetics, and thermodynamics studies
    PJ Kumar, PS Raghavan, S Induja, BP Chandra, NK Kolli, …
    Biomass Conversion and Biorefinery, 14(16), 19693-19703, 2024.
    Citations: 4
  • Determination of Nylon 66 Microplastics in the Inhalable Fraction of Particulate Matter Using High-Performance Liquid Chromatography–Tandem Mass Spectrometry (HPLC-MS/MS)
    DP Patnana, P Tripathi, DA Jaffe, BP Chandra
    Analytical Letters, 57(14), 2343-2351, 2024.
    Citations: 1
  • Carcinogenicity and non-carcinogenicity health risks due to PM2.5 bound trace metals at a suburban site in Northwest Indo-Gangetic Plain
    DP Patnana, BP Chandra
    International Journal of Environmental Health Research, 1-12, 2024.
  • Determination of Airborne Microplastics using LC-MS/MS
    B Praphulla Chandra, D Prasad Patnana, P Tripathi
    EGU General Assembly Conference Abstracts, 2744, 2024.
  • Quantification of polyethylene terephthalate microplastics bound to PM2.5 using LC-MS/MS
    DP Patnana, BP Chandra
    AGU Fall Meeting Abstracts, 2023 (2625), A33H-2625.