Knight Nthebere | Soil Science | Excellence in Research

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Dr Knight Nthebere |  Soil Science |  Excellence in Research

Postdoctoral Fellow at  National University of Lesotho,  Lesotho

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Profile:

Education:

  • Ph.D. in Agriculture – Soil Science (2020–2024)
    Professor Jayashankar Telangana State Agricultural University, India | First Class
  • Master of Science in Agriculture – Soil Science (2018–2020)
    Professor Jayashankar Telangana State Agricultural University, India | First Class
  • Bachelor of Science in Agriculture – Soil Science (2010–2014)
    National University of Lesotho | Second Class – First Division (2:1)

Professional Development:

  • Participated in numerous workshops and training programs, including climate change, entrepreneurship, and advanced microscopy for sustainable agriculture.
  • Presented research papers at international conferences, earning recognition for best paper presentations.

Key Research Contributions:

  • Ph.D. Dissertation: Impact of Weed Management and Tillage Practices in Conservation Agriculture on Soil Properties, Carbon Dynamics, and Yield of Cotton–Maize–Sesbania Cropping System.
  • M.Sc. Dissertation: Carbon and Nitrogen Pools and Selected Soil Properties under Different Cropping Systems on a Sandy Loam Soil.
  • Postdoctoral Research: Carbon Modelling and Omics Approaches for Screening Soil Microbes for Climate Change Adaptation in Alpine Wetlands of Lesotho.

Awards and Recognitions:

  • Best Oral Presentation Award at DISHA-2022.
  • Young Professional Award for contributions to sustainable agriculture.

Professional Experience:

  • Postdoctoral Fellow, National University of Lesotho (2024–2026)
    • Teaching and supervising postgraduate students.
    • Conducting advanced research on soil science and sustainable agriculture.

Key Skills:

  • Expertise in conservation agriculture, carbon dynamics, and soil fertility.
  • Proficient in geospatial technology applications for agricultural development.
  • Strong academic and research leadership abilities.

Publication Top Notes:

  1. Assessing the Spatial Variability of Soil Quality Index of Ganjigatti Sub-Watershed Using GIS-Based Geostatistical Modeling
    Indian Journal of Ecology, 2024-02-01.
    DOI: 10.55362/ije/2024/4201
  2. Farming Technologies and Carbon Sequestration Alternatives to Combat Climate Change Through Mitigation of Greenhouse Gas Emissions
    Book Chapter, 2023.
    DOI: 10.1007/978-3-031-44397-8_14
    Contributors: Knight Nthebere, M. R. Apoorva, Mandapelli Sharath Chandra, M. Bhargava Narasimha Yadav, T. Ram Prakash
  3. Soil Carbon Sequestration Rate, Microbial Biomass and Mineralizable Carbon and Their Interrelationship with System Productivity under Different Cropping Systems in an Inceptisol
    Current Advances in Agricultural Sciences (An International Journal), 2023.
    DOI: 10.5958/2394-4471.2023.00009.6
    Contributors: Knight Nthebere, CH Pragathi Kumari
  4. Long-term Effect of Different Cropping Systems on Carbon Sequestration in a Sandy Loam Soil of Telangana
    Agricultural Reviews, 2022-03-15.
    DOI: 10.18805/ag.r-2301
    Contributors: Knight Nthebere, S.H.K. Sharma, Ch. Pragathi Kumari, A. Aziz Qureshi
  5. Current Research in Soil Science
    Book, AkiNik Publications, 2022-01-01.
    DOI: 10.22271/ed.book.1757
    ISBN: 9789355702463
  6. Emerging Trends in Agriculture Sciences (Volume – 7)
    Book, Integrated Publications, 2022-01-01.
    DOI: 10.22271/int.book.173
    ISBN: 9789393502599
  7. Biological Indicators of Soil Fertility under Intensive Cropping System
    Conference Abstract.
    Contributors: Knight Nthebere

 

 

Subhan Danish | Soil Science | Best Researcher Award

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Dr Subhan Danish |  Soil Science | Best Researcher Award

Senior Scientist at Pesticide Quality Control Laboratory, Pakistan

Dr. Subhan Danish is a renowned agricultural researcher and Senior Scientist specializing in Soil Science. With a Ph.D. in Agriculture (Soil Science) from Bahauddin Zakariya University (BZU), Multan, he has achieved notable academic milestones, including a Gold Medal for his M.Sc. (Hons.) and numerous awards.

Profile:

Education:

  • Ph.D. in Agriculture (Soil Science): BZU, Multan (2014–2020).
  • M.Sc. (Hons.) in Agriculture (Soil Science): BZU, Multan (Gold Medalist, 2012–2014).
  • B.Sc. (Hons.) in Agriculture (Soil Science): BZU, Multan (2008–2012).

Key Achievements:

  • Ranked among the World’s Top 2% Scientists (2022-2024, Stanford University).
  • Editor of influential books, including Sustainable Agriculture Reviews 61 (Springer Nature) and Updates on Organic Farming (IntechOpen).
  • Guest lecturer at leading institutions such as Mendel University, Czech Republic, and Ankara University, Turkey.

Professional Memberships:

  • International Society of Soil Science.
  • American Society of Agronomy.

Research Focus:

Dr. Danish’s research spans:

  • Sustainable agriculture and soil fertility.
  • Climate change adaptation in crop production.
  • Biochar applications and non-coding RNA in plants.

Citations:

Citations: 7,981 (7,604 since 2020)
h-index: 49 (47 since 2020)
i10-index: 153 (151 since 2020)

Publication Top Notes : 

  • Coupling phosphate-solubilizing bacteria with phosphorus supplements improve maize phosphorus acquisition and growth under lime induced salinity stress
    M Adnan, S Fahad, M Zamin, S Shah, IA Mian, S Danish, M Zafar-ul-Hye, …
    Plants 9 (7), 900
    294 citations, 2020
  • Co-application of ACC-deaminase producing PGPR and timber-waste biochar improves pigments formation, growth and yield of wheat under drought stress
    S Danish, M Zafar-ul-Hye
    Scientific Reports 9 (1), 5999
    227 citations, 2019
  • Sustainable management with mycorrhizae and phosphate solubilizing bacteria for enhanced phosphorus uptake in calcareous soils
    F Wahid, S Fahad, S Danish, M Adnan, Z Yue, S Saud, MH Siddiqui, …
    Agriculture 10 (8), 334
    217 citations, 2020
  • A critical review of the possible adverse effects of biochar in the soil environment
    M Brtnicky, R Datta, J Holatko, L Bielska, ZM Gusiatin, J Kucerik, …
    Science of the Total Environment 796, 148756
    209 citations, 2021
  • Application of Single Superphosphate with Humic Acid Improves the Growth, Yield and Phosphorus Uptake of Wheat (Triticum aestivum L.) in Calcareous Soil
    M Izhar Shafi, M Adnan, S Fahad, F Wahid, A Khan, Z Yue, S Danish, …
    Agronomy 10 (9), 1224
    208 citations, 2020
  • ACC-deaminase producing plant growth promoting rhizobacteria and biochar mitigate adverse effects of drought stress on maize growth
    S Danish, M Zafar-ul-Hye, F Mohsin, M Hussain
    PLoS One 15 (4), e0230615
    203 citations, 2020
  • Drought Stress Alleviation by ACC Deaminase Producing Achromobacter xylosoxidans and Enterobacter cloacae, with and without Timber Waste Biochar in Maize
    S Danish, M Zafar-ul-Hye, S Fahad, S Saud, M Brtnicky, …
    Sustainability 12 (15), 6286
    183 citations, 2020
  • Potential role of compost mixed biochar with rhizobacteria in mitigating lead toxicity in spinach
    M Zafar-ul-Hye, M Tahzeeb-ul-Hassan, M Abid, S Fahad, M Brtnicky, …
    Scientific Reports 10 (1), 12159
    182 citations, 2020
  • The soil pH and heavy metals revealed their impact on soil microbial community
    M Naz, Z Dai, S Hussain, M Tariq, S Danish, IU Khan, S Qi, D Du
    Journal of Environmental Management 321, 115770
    180 citations, 2022
  • ACC Deaminase Producing PGPR Bacillus amyloliquefaciens and Agrobacterium fabrum along with Biochar Improve Wheat Productivity under Drought Stress
    M Zafar-ul-Hye, S Danish, M Abbas, M Ahmad, TM Munir
    Agronomy 9 (7), 343
    172 citations, 2019
  • Heavy metals immobilization and improvement in maize (Zea mays L.) growth amended with biochar and compost
    M Irfan, M Mudassir, MJ Khan, KM Dawar, D Muhammad, IA Mian, W Ali, …
    Scientific Reports 11 (1), 18416
    152 citations, 2021
  • Zinc nutrition and arbuscular mycorrhizal symbiosis effects on maize (Zea mays L.) growth and productivity
    A Saboor, MA Ali, S Hussain, HA El Enshasy, S Hussain, N Ahmed, …
    Saudi Journal of Biological Sciences 28 (11), 6339-6351
    136 citations, 2021
  • Alleviation of cadmium adverse effects by improving nutrients uptake in bitter gourd through cadmium tolerant rhizobacteria
    M Zafar-ul-Hye, M Naeem, S Danish, S Fahad, R Datta, M Abbas, AA Rahi, …
    Environments 7 (8), 54
    135 citations, 2020
  • Phytohormones as growth regulators during abiotic stress tolerance in plants
    A EL Sabagh, MS Islam, A Hossain, MA Iqbal, M Mubeen, M Waleed, …
    Frontiers in Agronomy 4, 765068
    132 citations, 2022
  • Alleviation of chromium toxicity in maize by Fe fortification and chromium tolerant ACC deaminase producing plant growth promoting rhizobacteria
    S Danish, S Kiran, S Fahad, N Ahmad, MA Ali, FA Tahir, MK Rasheed, …
    Ecotoxicology and Environmental Safety 185, 109706
    121 citations, 2019
  • Mitigation of drought stress in maize through inoculation with drought tolerant ACC deaminase containing PGPR under axenic conditions
    S Danish, M Zafar-Ul-Hye, S Hussain, M Riaz, MF Qayyum
    Pak. J. Bot 52 (1), 49-60
    115 citations, 2020
  • Effects of various biochars on seed germination and carbon mineralization in an alkaline soil
    MF Qayyum, M Abid, S Danish, MK Saeed, MA Ali
    Pak. J. Agric. Sci 51, 977-982
    106 citations, 2015
  • Optimizing nutrient use efficiency, productivity, energetics, and economics of red cabbage following mineral fertilization and biopriming with compatible rhizosphere microbes
    D Sarkar, A Sankar, OS Devika, S Singh, Shikha, M Parihar, A Rakshit, …
    Scientific Reports 11 (1), 15680
    105 citations, 2021
  • Effect of seaweed extract on productivity and quality attributes of four onion cultivars
    M Abbas, J Anwar, M Zafar-ul-Hye, R Iqbal Khan, M Saleem, AA Rahi, …
    Horticulturae 6 (2), 28
    97 citations, 2020
  • Biochar and urease inhibitor mitigate NH3 and N2O emissions and improve wheat yield in a urea fertilized alkaline soil
    K Dawar, S Fahad, MMR Jahangir, I Munir, SS Alam, SA Khan, IA Mian, …
    Scientific Reports 11 (1), 17413
    95 citations, 2021

 

 

Manoj Shrivastava | Soil Fertility | Best Researcher Award

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Dr Manoj Shrivastava |  Soil Fertility |  Best Researcher Award

Principal Scientist at  ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute,  India

Dr. Shrivastava has over 25 years of experience in agricultural research, specializing in soil physics, soil fertility, soil microbiology, climate-smart agriculture, conservation agriculture, and system sustainability. He has collaborated with diverse stakeholders across government, international agencies, and NGOs, and has made significant contributions to research, training, and policy development in environmental soil science and plant nutrition.

 

Publication Profile

Education:

  • Ph.D. in Biochemistry (Soil Biochemistry & Microbiology) – University of Mumbai, India (2008)
  • Postdoctoral at University of Texas at El Paso (2022) and University of South Australia (2010-11).
  • M.Sc. in Soil Science – G.B. Pant University of Agriculture and Technology, Pantnagar, India (1994)

Professional Experience:

  • Principal Scientist (2016-present) – ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi
  • Senior Scientist (2013-2016) – ICAR-IARI
  • Scientific Officer (1999-2013) – Bhabha Atomic Research Centre, Mumbai

Key Achievements:

  • Publications: Co-authored over 85 peer-reviewed research articles, edited 2 books, and holds 3 patents in agriculture and soil science.
  • Awards & Fellowships:
    • Fulbright-Nehru Academic and Professional Excellence Fellowship (2021)
    • Cleanup Conference Fellowship, Australia (2019)
    • Best Researcher in Environmental Science by IARD (2020)
    • Excellence in Research Award by SVWS (2017)
    • Distinguished Scientist (Soil Science) by Venus International Foundation (2016)
  • Notable Research:
    • Developed a multinutrient soil extractant (Indian Patent No. 358936).
    • Created high-efficiency P and Zn fertilizers for climate-smart agriculture.
    • Bioremediation studies on heavy metals like Cd, Ni, Pb, and arsenic.

Research & Project Leadership:

Dr. Shrivastava has led or contributed to numerous large-scale projects, including:

  1. Climate Adaptation & Mitigation: Co-PI for adaptation-mitigation strategies for climate change, funded by ICAR (2021-2026).
  2. Soil Health & Pollution Mitigation: PI for projects on biogas bioslurry utilization and fly ash usage in agriculture.
  3. Greenhouse Gas Emissions: Co-PI on ICAR-funded projects assessing agricultural impacts on air pollution and emissions (2014-2021).

Citations:

  • Total Citations: 2,084 (1,778 since 2019)
  • h-index: 21 (20 since 2019)
  • i10-index: 38 (34 since 2019)

Publication Top Notes

  • Hazardous heavy metals contamination of vegetables and food chain: Role of sustainable remediation approaches-A review
    S Kumar, S Prasad, KK Yadav, M Shrivastava, N Gupta, S Nagar, …
    Environmental Research, 179, 108792 (452 citations, 2019)
  • Environmental applications of chitosan and its derivatives
    SK Yong, M Shrivastava, P Srivastava, A Kunhikrishnan, N Bolan
    Reviews of Environmental Contamination and Toxicology, 233, 1-43 (131 citations, 2015)
  • KSM soil diversity and mineral solubilization, in relation to crop production and molecular mechanism
    M Shrivastava, PC Srivastava, SF D’souza
    Potassium Solubilizing Microorganisms for Sustainable Agriculture, 221-234 (94 citations, 2016)
  • Arsenic toxicity in rice (Oryza sativa L.) is influenced by sulfur supply: impact on the expression of transporters and thiol metabolism
    S Srivastava, JJ Akkarakaran, S Sounderajan, M Shrivastava, …
    Geoderma, 270, 33-42 (90 citations, 2016)
  • Effect of ZnO nanoparticles on growth and biochemical responses of wheat and maize
    A Srivastav, D Ganjewala, RK Singhal, VD Rajput, T Minkina, …
    Plants, 10 (12), 2556 (89 citations, 2021)
  • Phosphate-solubilizing microbes: diversity and phosphate solubilization mechanism
    M Shrivastava, PC Srivastava, SF D’souza
    Role of Rhizospheric Microbes in Soil: Volume 2: Nutrient Management and … (86 citations, 2018)
  • Utilisation of agro-industrial waste for sustainable green production: a review
    R Singh, R Das, S Sangwan, B Rohatgi, R Khanam, SKPG Peera, S Das, …
    Environmental Sustainability, 4 (4), 619-636 (78 citations, 2021)
  • Monitoring of engineered nanoparticles in soil-plant system: A review
    M Shrivastava, A Srivastav, S Gandhi, S Rao, A Roychoudhury, A Kumar, …
    Environmental Nanotechnology, Monitoring & Management, 11, 100218 (71 citations, 2019)
  • Circular economy fertilization: Phycoremediated algal biomass as biofertilizers for sustainable crop production
    GK Sharma, SA Khan, M Shrivastava, R Bhattacharyya, A Sharma, …
    Journal of Environmental Management, 287, 112295 (67 citations, 2021)
  • Conservation agriculture had a strong impact on the sub-surface soil strength and root growth in wheat after a 7-year transition period
    S Mondal, D Chakraborty, TK Das, M Shrivastava, AK Mishra, …
    Soil & Tillage Research (63 citations, 2019)
  • Phytofiltration of arsenic from simulated contaminated water using Hydrilla verticillata in field conditions
    S Srivastava, M Shrivastava, P Suprasanna, SF D’souza
    Ecological Engineering, 37 (11), 1937-1941 (60 citations, 2011)
  • Protein for human consumption from oilseed cakes: A review
    R Singh, S Langyan, S Sangwan, B Rohtagi, A Khandelwal, …
    Frontiers in Sustainable Food Systems, 101 (55 citations, 2022)
  • Bioremediation potential of spinach (Spinacia oleracea L.) for decontamination of cadmium in soil
    D Salaskar, M Shrivastava, SP Kale
    Current Science, 1359-1363 (51 citations, 2011)
  • Heavy metal hyperaccumulator plants: the resource to understand the extreme adaptations of plants towards heavy metals
    M Shrivastava, A Khandelwal, S Srivastava
    Plant-metal Interactions, 79-97 (39 citations, 2019)
  • Rock phosphate enriched post-methanation bio-sludge from kitchen waste based biogas plant as P source for mungbean and its effect on rhizosphere phosphatase activity
    M Shrivastava, SP Kale, SF D’Souza
    European Journal of Soil Biology, 47 (3), 205-212 (39 citations, 2011)
  • Production of biofuels options by contribution of effective and suitable enzymes: Technological developments and challenges
    R Singh, S Langyan, B Rohtagi, S Darjee, A Khandelwal, M Shrivastava, …
    Materials Science for Energy Technologies, 5, 294-310 (29 citations, 2022)
  • Integrated nutrient management reduced the nutrient losses and increased crop yield in irrigated wheat
    S Darjee, M Shrivastava, S Langyan, G Singh, R Pandey, A Sharma, …
    Archives of Agronomy and Soil Science, 69 (8), 1298-1309 (28 citations, 2023)
  • Effect of integrated and balanced nutrient application on soil fertility, yield and quality of Basmati rice
    P Srivastava, PC Srivastava, US Singh, M Shrivastava
    Archives of Agronomy and Soil Science, 55 (3), 265-284 (28 citations, 2009)
  • Survival of phosphate-solubilizing bacteria against DNA damaging agents
    M Shrivastava, YS Rajpurohit, HS Misra, SF D’Souza
    Canadian Journal of Microbiology, 56 (10), 822-830 (24 citations, 2010)
  • Zinc-and magnesium-doped hydroxyapatite nanoparticles modified with urea as smart nitrogen fertilizers
    B Sharma, M Shrivastava, LOB Afonso, U Soni, DM Cahill
    ACS Applied Nano Materials, 5 (5), 7288-7299 (23 citations, 2022)

 

Muhammad Awais | Soil Science | Young Scientist Award

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Dr Muhammad Awais | Soil Science | Young Scientist Award

Post-doctoral Researcher at  Henan Agricultural University, China

Dr. Muhammad Awais is a post-doctoral researcher in the Department of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering at Henan Agriculture University, where he also collaborates with the Henan International Joint Laboratory of Laser Technology in Agriculture Science and the State Key Laboratory of Wheat and Maize Crop Science. His work focuses on sustainable agriculture, employing advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, and surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy for soil analysis, crop management, and environmental monitoring.

 

Publication Profile

🎓 Education:

  • Ph.D. in Renewable Energy, PMAS Arid Agriculture University, Pakistan, with co-supervision at Technical University of Denmark, specializing in biomethane production and advanced oxidation processes for biomass (2013-2018).
  • M.Phil. in Molecular Biology, Quaid-i-Azam University, Pakistan (2012).
  • M.Sc. and B.Sc. degrees from PMAS Arid Agriculture University and University of the Punjab, Pakistan, respectively.

📜 Research Expertise:

Muhammad Awais has a research focus on sustainable agriculture and advanced technologies in environmental science. His recent work integrates AI, machine learning, and spectroscopy for soil and crop management. He has also pioneered photovoltaic solutions for sustainable irrigation and bioenergy solutions through biogas production from agricultural waste.

🧪 Professional Experience:

  • Post-Doctoral Researcher at Henan Agriculture University and the Henan International Joint Laboratory of Laser Technology (2023-present)
  • Head of Department / Assistant Professor, University of Sialkot, Pakistan (2021-2022)
  • Assistant Professor, COMSATS University Islamabad, Pakistan (2019-2020)
  • Lecturer and Researcher, PMAS Arid Agriculture University, Pakistan, with roles in biomethane production projects (2013-2019)

🎖 Honors and Awards:

  • Principal Investigator, Higher Education Commission (HEC) Pakistan-funded project on nano-composite water purification (2020)
  • HEC Indigenous Fellowship and International Research Support Initiative

📈 Professional Impact:

  • Citations: 557 (537 since 2019)
  • h-index: 12
  • i10-index: 16

Publication Top Notes

  • Identification of Lead Compounds against Scm (fms10) in Enterococcus faecium Using Computer Aided Drug Designing
    MA Rasheed, MN Iqbal, S Saddick, I Ali, FS Khan, S Kanwal, D Ahmed, …
    Life 11 (2), 77, 97 (2021)
  • Bioconvection Flow in Accelerated Couple Stress Nanoparticles with Activation Energy: Bio-Fuel Applications
    SU Khan, K Al-Khaled, A Aldabesh, M Awais, I Tlili
    Scientific Reports 11 (1), 3331 (2021)
  • Methane Production and Kinetic Modeling for Co-digestion of Manure with Lignocellulosic Residues
    M Awais, M Alvarado-Morales, P Tsapekos, M Gulfraz, I Angelidaki
    Energy & Fuels 30 (12), 10516-10523 (2016)
  • TiO2/UV Based Photocatalytic Pretreatment of Wheat Straw for Biogas Production
    M Alvarado-Morales, P Tsapekos, M Awais, M Gulfraz, I Angelidaki
    Anaerobe 46, 155-161 (2017)
  • Screening of Native Hyper-Lipid Producing Microalgae Strains for Biomass and Lipid Production
    F Kabir, M Gulfraz, GK Raja, M Inam-ul-Haq, M Awais, MS Mustafa, …
    Renewable Energy 160, 1295-1307 (2020)
  • Analysis of Generalized Micropolar Nanofluid with Swimming of Microorganisms over an Accelerated Surface with Activation Energy
    Z Abdelmalek, SU Khan, M Awais, MS Mustfa, I Tlili
    Journal of Thermal Analysis and Calorimetry 144, 1051-1063 (2021)
  • Photo-Catalytic Pretreatment of Biomass for Anaerobic Digestion Using Visible Light and Nickel Oxide (NiOx) Nanoparticles Prepared by Sol-Gel Method
    L Zhu, M Awais, HMA Javed, MS Mustafa, I Tlili, SU Khan, MS Shadloo
    Renewable Energy 154, 128-135 (2020)
  • Photocatalytic Pretreatment of Commercial Lignin Using TiO2-ZnO Nanocomposite-Derived Advanced Oxidation Processes for Methane Production Synergy in Lab
    YM Chu, HMA Javed, M Awais, MI Khan, S Shafqat, FS Khan, MS Mustafa, …
    Catalysts 11 (1), 54 (2021)
  • Bioherbicidal Ability and Weed Management of Allelopathic Methyl Esters from Lantana camara
    T Anwar, H Qureshi, MH Mahnashi, F Kabir, N Parveen, D Ahmed, U Afzal, …
    Saudi Journal of Biological Sciences 28 (8), 4365-4374 (2021)
  • Biodiesel Production from Melia azedarach and Ricinus communis Oil by Transesterification Process
    M Awais, SA Musmar, F Kabir, I Batool, MA Rasheed, F Jamil, SU Khan, …
    Catalysts 10 (4), 427 (2020)
  • Determination of In Vivo Biological Activities of Dodonaea viscosa Flowers against CCL4 Toxicity in Albino Mice with Bioactive Compound Detection
    ZW Tong, H Gul, M Awais, S Saddick, FS Khan, M Gulfraz, U Afzal, …
    Scientific Reports 11 (1), 13336 (2021)
  • Immunoinformatics-Based Prediction of Recombinant Multi-Epitope Vaccine for the Control and Prevention of SARS-CoV-2
    MA Rasheed, S Raza, A Zohaib, MI Riaz, A Amin, M Awais, SU Khan, …
    Alexandria Engineering Journal 60 (3), 3087-3097 (2021)
  • Metal Oxides and Ultraviolet Light-Based Photocatalytic Pretreatment of Biomass for Biogas Production and Lignin Oxidation
    M Awais, MS Mustafa, MA Rasheed, F Jamil, SMZA Naqvi
    BioResources 15 (1), 1747 (2020)
  • Remote Estimation of Wheat Yield Based on Vegetation Indices Derived from Time Series Data of Landsat 8 Imagery
    S Naqvi, MN Tahir, GA Shah, RS Sattar, M Awais
    Applied Ecology & Environmental Research 17 (2) (2019)
  • Quantification of Biochemical Compounds in Bauhinia Variegata Linn Flower Extract and Its Hepatoprotective Effect
    H Gul, M Awais, S Saddick, Y Ahmed, FS Khan, E Ahmed, U Afzal, …
    Saudi Journal of Biological Sciences 28 (1), 247-254 (2021)
  • BMT: Bioinformatics Mini Toolbox for Comprehensive DNA and Protein Analysis
    MN Iqbal, MA Rasheed, M Awais, W Chammam, S Kanwal, SU Khan, …
    Genomics 112 (6), 4561-4566 (2020)
  • In Silico Identification of Novel B Cell and T Cell Epitopes of Wuhan Coronavirus (2019-nCoV) for Effective Multi Epitope-Based Peptide Vaccine Production
    MA Rasheed, S Raza, A Zohaib, T Yaqub, M Rabbani, MI Riaz, M Awais, …
    MDPI AG (2020)
  • Comparative Study on the Usability of Lignocellulosic and Algal Biomass for Production of Alcoholic Fuels
    F Kabir, M Gulfraz, GK Raja, M Inam-ul-Haq, I Batool, M Awais, U Habiba, …
    BioResources 14 (4), 8135-8154 (2019)
  • Analysis of the Spike Proteins Suggests Pangolin as an Intermediate Host of COVID-19 (SARS-CoV-2)
    S Raza, MT Navid, W Zahir, MN Khan, M Awais, T Yaqub, M Rabbani, …
    (2021)
  • Mesophilic Anaerobic Co-Digestion of Cattle Manure with Malus domestica and Dalbergia sissoo during Biomethane Potential Assays
    M Awais, M Gulfraz, MJ Asad, F Kabir, KS Khan, S Naqvi
    BioResources 13 (2), 3144-3156 (2018)

 

Feng Wu | Soil Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Prof Feng Wu |  Soil Engineering |  Best Researcher Award

Professor at  North China University of Water Resources and Electric Power,  China

Feng Wu is a distinguished researcher for his expertise in the theory and technology of water-saving irrigation. Born on November 12, 1969, in China, Wu embarked on his academic journey by obtaining a Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Water Conservancy Engineering from the College of Water Conservancy, North China University of Water Resources and Electric Power, in 1992. He furthered his education by pursuing a Master’s degree in Agricultural Water and Soil Engineering at the Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences and later earned his Ph.D. in Agricultural Water and Soil Engineering from Northwest A&F University.

Profile:

Education and Academic Achievements:

Dr. Feng Wu earned his Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Water Conservancy Engineering from the College of Water Conservancy at North China University of Water Resources and Electric Power in 1992. He pursued further studies, obtaining a Master’s degree in Agricultural Water and Soil Engineering from the Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences in 2002. His academic journey culminated in a Ph.D. in Agricultural Water and Soil Engineering from Northwest A&F University in 2010. Dr. Wu has since become a leading figure in agricultural engineering in Henan Province, holding prestigious positions such as Ph.D./Master supervisor and serving as a backbone of North China University of Water Resources and Electric Power.

Professional Experience:

Dr. Wu’s illustrious career spans over three decades, starting as a Professor at the Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences in Henan, China, from 1993 to 2011. He then served as a Professor at the College of Water Conservancy at North China University of Water Resources and Electric Power until 2020, and currently continues his academic pursuits as a Professor at the College of Water Resources at the same institution. Throughout his career, he has successfully led numerous research projects and contributed significantly to the advancement of water-saving irrigation technology.

Research Contributions:

Dr. Wu’s primary research focus lies in the theory and technology of water-saving irrigation. He is renowned for his pioneering work in developing the Stalk Composite Pipe, a revolutionary subsurface irrigation product that optimizes water delivery and infiltration in agricultural fields. Over the past decade, he has led a dedicated research team in exploring various aspects of this technology, from green pipe development using crop stalks to the integration of machinery and equipment for manufacturing and installation. His comprehensive approach has resulted in the establishment of innovative underground irrigation techniques based on the Stalk Composite Pipe.

Soil Engineering Research Focus:

 

Dr. Feng Wu, a distinguished researcher in Agricultural Water and Soil Engineering, has made significant contributions to the field with a particular focus on soil engineering. Throughout his extensive academic career, Dr. Wu has demonstrated expertise in understanding soil properties and their implications for agricultural practices, especially in the context of water-saving irrigation.

His research endeavors have delved into various aspects of soil engineering, including soil structure analysis, soil-water interaction, and soil fertility management. Dr. Wu’s investigations have aimed to optimize soil conditions for crop growth while conserving water resources through innovative irrigation techniques.

One of his notable contributions is the development of underground irrigation technology based on the Stalk Composite Pipe, which not only optimizes water delivery and infiltration but also enhances soil structure and fertility. By integrating soil engineering principles into irrigation technologies, Dr. Wu has pioneered sustainable agricultural practices that promote both water conservation and soil health.

Furthermore, Dr. Wu’s expertise extends to soil erosion control and soil remediation strategies, where he has explored novel approaches to mitigate soil degradation and enhance land productivity.

Overall, Dr. Feng Wu’s research in soil engineering has significantly advanced our understanding of soil-water dynamics and has practical implications for sustainable agriculture and environmental stewardship.

 

Publication Top Notes:

  • Effects of Straw-based Composite Pipe Subsurface Irrigation on Growth and Water Use Efficiency of Winter Wheat
  • Effects of Fertilization Practices on the Metabolic Functions of Soil Microbial Communities under Subsurface Irrigation with Stalk Composite Pipe
  • Analysis of the Spatial-Temporal Distribution Characteristics of Climate and Its Impact on Winter Wheat Production in Shanxi Province, China, 1964–2018
  • Effects of Burial Furrow Parameters on Soil Water Movement under Subsurface Stalk Composite Pipe Irrigation
  • Position parameters of stalk composite pipe
  • Simulation optimization design of straw returning machine picker
  • Model for predicting the hydraulic elements of drip irrigation system with automatic flushing valves under high sediment water
  • Characteristics and Impacts of Water–Thermal Variation on Grain Yield in the Henan Province, China, on Multiple Time Scales
  • Early warning analysis of mountain flood disaster based on Copula function risk combination
  • Study on coordinated allocation of conventional and unconventional water resources in typical regions of North China