Rani Bhagat | Sustainable Agriculture | Women Researcher Award

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Dr. Rani Bhagat | Sustainable Agriculture | Women Researcher Award

Associate professor at Baburaoji Gholap College, India

Dr. Rani Babanrao Bhagat, born on June 7, 1979, in Hol (8-Phata), Maharashtra, is a dedicated botanist and academician with over two decades of teaching and research experience. She holds an M.Phil. from Alagappa University and a Ph.D. in Botany from Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU), focusing her doctoral research on Jatropha species for their potential values.

Profile:

🎓 Academic Background:

  • 🧬 B.Sc. (Botany) – University of Pune, 1999 (Distinction)

  • 🌿 M.Sc. (Botany) – University of Pune, 2001 (First Class)

  • 📜 M.Phil. – Alagappa University, 2008
    Topic: Floristic Survey of Baramati Tahsil

  • 🧪 Ph.D. (Botany) – SPPU, 2018
    Topic: Studies on some Jatropha species for potential values

🧑‍🏫 Teaching & Research Experience:

  • 📚 Teaching: Over 10 years (UG Level)

  • 🔬 Research: 15+ years post-PG

  • 📖 Recognized Ph.D. and M.Phil. Guide in Botany and Environmental Science

🧾 Academic Roles & Contributions:

  • 🌱 IQAC (Criterion III) Coordinator

  • 🌼 Coordinator for Botanical Garden & Campus Enrichment

  • 📚 Organizer: Science Exhibitions, Biodiversity & Plastic Awareness

  • 🌍 Member: SPPU Syllabus Committee, Maharashtra Biodiversity Board

  • 📖 Compiled Academic Calendar, College Magazine, Research Compendium

📢 Public Outreach & Media Engagement:

  • 🎙️ Speaker on All India Radio (Pune & Akola) on Environmental Topics

  • 📖 Published an article on “Flora of Baramati” in Braille

  • 🏞️ Discussant on biodiversity on Vidyawani FM, Pune University

🌐 Professional Memberships:

  • 🌿 Life Member – Indian Association for Angiosperm Taxonomy (IAAT), Calicut

📚 Faculty Development & Training:

  • 🎓 Orientation & Refresher Courses at Goa, Nagpur, Bangalore Universities

  • 🧑‍💻 FDP on Research and Online SWAYAM Course on Solid Waste Management

📊 Research Citation Metrics:

  • Total Citations: 257

  • Citations Since 2020: 119

  • h-index: 9

  • h-index Since 2020: 6

  • i10-index: 8

  • i10-index Since 2020: 5

Publication Top Notes:

  • Antidiarrhoeal activity of Acacia nilotica Willd. bark methanol extract

  • A new species of Eriocaulon (Eriocaulaceae) from Maharashtra, India

  • Anti-inflammatory activity of Jatropha gossypifolia L. leaves in albino mice and Wistar rat

  • Phytochemical profile, anti-oxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-proliferative activities of Pogostemon deccanensis essential oils

  • Evaluation of larvicidal and antifeedant potential of three Jatropha species against Spodoptera litura (Lepidoptera: Noctuidae) and two predators (Coleoptera)

  • Flora of Baramati

  • Prospective wild edible fruit plants from part of northern Western Ghats (NWG), Mulshi (MS), India

  • Phytochemical, antioxidant and antimicrobial analysis of endemic and endangered Jatropha nana Dalz. & Gibs. from Maharashtra

  • The importance of conserving fragmented forest patches with high diversity of flowering plants in the northern Western Ghats: an example from Maharashtra, India

  • Phytochemical evaluation and in vitro antimicrobial activity of Jatropha glandulifera Roxb. (family Euphorbiaceae)

  • Physico‐Chemical analysis, NMR spectroscopy and gas chromatographic studies of Jatropha curcas L. germplasm

  • Occurrence of pentatomoid bug on Jatropha nana Dalz.

  • Evaluation of phytochemical, antibacterial and antidiarrhoeal activity of Jatropha gossypifolia L. root methanol extract in Swiss albino mice

  • Habitat conservation of Chinkara (Gazella gazella) in protected areas of Maharashtra and Gujarat

  • The flora of Baramati District in Maharashtra

  • Insecticidal properties of three Jatropha species against stored grain pests

  • In vitro antimicrobial activity, lipid content and physico-chemical analysis of non-edible oils

  • Screening and optimization of IAA production by PGPR isolated from rhizosphere of a Pterocarpus marsupium Roxb. and their effect on plant growth

  • Status of floristic diversity and impact of development on two sacred groves from Maval Tehsil (Maharashtra, India) after a century

  • HPTLC analysis and anti-inflammatory activity of Jatropha gossypifolia L. root in mice and Wistar rats

 

Américo Ferraz Dias Neto | Agricultura Digital | Best Researcher Award

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Dr Américo Ferraz Dias Neto |  Agricultura Digital |  Best Researcher Award

Consultor at  Universidade Estadual de Campinas, Brazil

Américo is an Agricultural Engineer with over 20 years of experience in the bioenergy sector, particularly in agroindustrial processes, supply chain optimization, and business strategy. Recognized for his expertise in controlled traffic and digital agriculture, he has successfully led large-scale projects, improving productivity and sustainability. His innovative contributions to bioenergy have earned him notable awards, including the Outstanding Alumnus Award from UNICAMP and the Norman Joseph King Award.

 

Publication Profile

🎓 Education:

  • Ph.D. in Agricultural Engineering, FEAGRI-UNICAMP (2021)
  • M.Sc. in Agricultural Engineering, FEAGRI-UNICAMP (2000)
  • B.Sc. in Agricultural Engineering, FEAGRI-UNICAMP (1997)

🏢 Professional Experience:

  • Américo Ferraz Consult (2017–Present): Bioenergy consulting with clients like Novo Milênio Distillery and Grupo Moreno, focusing on sustainable agricultural production and digital agriculture.
  • UMOE Bioenergy (2017–2020): COO managing a 42,000-hectare unit for ethanol and energy production.
  • Atvos (2007–2016): Agricultural Director, pioneered technologies in remote sensing, precision agriculture, and crop logistics for sugarcane.

🏆 Awards:

  • Norman Joseph King Award, ISSCT Congress, Hyderabad, India (2023)
  • Outstanding Alumnus Award, UNICAMP (2023)

Publication Top Notes

  1. “Advancements of agriculture 4.0 in mechanized sugarcane harvesting: a review”
    Journal: Ciência Rural
    Year: 2024
    DOI: 10.1590/0103-8478cr20220562
    Contributors: Américo Ferraz Neto, Jenyffer da Silva Gomes Santos, Raffaella Rossetto, João Domingos Biagi, Daniel Albiero
  2. “Use of Vegetation Activity Index for Evaluation of L-Alpha Amino Acid Treatment in Sugarcane”
    Journal: Agriculture
    Year: 2024
    DOI: 10.3390/agriculture14111877
    Contributors: Américo Ferraz Dias Neto, Ivan Bazo Bergamim, Flavio Roberto de Freitas Gonçalves, Raffaella Rossetto, Daniel Albiero
  3. “Use of Vegetation Activity Index for Evaluation of L-Alpha Amino Acid Treatment in Sugarcane”
    Type: Preprint
    Year: 2024
    DOI: 10.20944/preprints202409.1603.v1
    Contributors: Américo Ferraz Dias Neto, Ivan Bazo Bergamim, Flavio Roberto de Freitas Gonçalves, Raffaella Rossetto, Daniel Albiero
  4. “Strip Soil Tillage and Traffic Over the Soil on Sugar Cane Compared to Conventional Tillage Systems”
    Journal: Sugar Tech
    Year: 2023
    DOI: 10.1007/s12355-023-01267-y
    Contributors: Américo Ferraz Dias Neto, Daniel Albiero, Raffaella Rossetto, João D. Biagi, Jenyffer Gomes da Silva
  5. “Modeling of Mechanized Sugarcane Harvesting to Support Decision-Making on Asset Management”
    Journal: Sugar Tech
    Year: 2022
    DOI: 10.1007/s12355-022-01126-2
    Contributors: Américo Ferraz Dias Neto, Daniel Albiero, Raffaella Rossetto, João D. Biagi

 

Ali Reza Tavakoli | Crop Management | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc Prof Dr  Ali Reza Tavakoli |  Crop Management |  Best Researcher Award

Researcher at Agricultural Engineering Research Institute (AERI), Agricultural research, education and Extension organization (AREEO), Iran

Dr. Ali Reza Tavakoli is an esteemed agricultural engineer specializing in water productivity and irrigation management. With a PhD from the University of Tehran, his research focuses on improving water efficiency in agriculture through innovative irrigation techniques and sustainable practices. He holds the position of Associate Professor at the Agricultural Engineering Research Institute and has played a pivotal role in various national projects aimed at enhancing agricultural productivity and resource management.

Publication Profile

Education:

  • PhD in Irrigation and Reclamation Engineering
    University of Tehran, Paradise of Agriculture and Natural Resources, Karaj, Iran (2010)
    Thesis Title: Improving water productivity through integrated management of limited irrigation and advanced agricultural practices in rainfed cereal cultivation.
  • MSc in Irrigation and Reclamation Engineering
    University of Tehran, Paradise of Agriculture and Natural Resources, Karaj, Iran (1996)
    Research Title: Investigating the effects of deficit irrigation on sugar beet and determining production functions.
  • BSc in Irrigation Engineering
    Isfahan University of Technology, Isfahan, Iran (1994)

Research Fields:

  • Water management and deficit irrigation
  • Single and supplemental irrigation
  • Water harvesting systems
  • Evaporation control management
  • Production functions and their software
  • Irrigation systems management
  • Analysis of macro projects and national policies
  • Cropping patterns and water productivity

Professional Experience:

  • Associate Professor & Senior Researcher (Grade 32) promoting water productivity (2017 – Present)
  • Head of the Secretariat of the National Cropping Pattern (AREEO, since 2021)
  • Director of Studies and Evaluation at the Agricultural Education and Extension Institute
  • Senior Researcher at the Agricultural Education and Promotion Research Organization (since 2016)
  • Advisor to the Deputy Minister in Horticulture Affairs of Jihad e Agriculture (since 2016)
  • Member of National Policy Councils for Urmia Lake and Khuzestan region revitalization
  • Head of Technical and Engineering Research at Shahrood Agricultural and Natural Resources Research and Education Center
  • Extensive involvement in national and international agricultural projects, including collaborations with ICARDA.

Academic Achievements:

  • Citations: 1,168 (671 since 2019)
  • h-index: 16 (12 since 2019)
  • i10-index: 30 (21 since 2019)

Publication Top Notes

  1. The role of supplemental irrigation and nitrogen in producing bread wheat in the highlands of Iran
    Authors: AR Tavakoli, TY Oweis
    Journal: Agricultural Water Management
    Volume: 65, Issue: 3, Pages: 225-236, Year: 2004
    Citations: 197
  2. Optimal applied water and nitrogen for winter wheat under variable seasonal rainfall and planning scenarios for consequent crops in a semi-arid region
    Authors: AR Sepaskhah, A Azizian, AR Tavakoli
    Journal: Agricultural Water Management
    Volume: 84, Issues: 1-2, Pages: 113-122, Year: 2006
    Citations: 73
  3. Evaluation of the AquaCrop model for barley production under deficit irrigation and rainfed condition in Iran
    Authors: AR Tavakoli, MM Moghadam, AR Sepaskhah
    Journal: Agricultural Water Management
    Volume: 161, Pages: 136-146, Year: 2015
    Citations: 70
  4. Effects of Fumaria parviflora L on uremic pruritus in hemodialysis patients: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial
    Authors: R Akrami, MH Hashempur, A Tavakoli, M Nimrouzi, M Sayadi, M Roodaki, …
    Journal: Jundishapur Journal of Natural Pharmaceutical Products
    Volume: 12, Issue: 3, Article: e39744, Year: 2016
    Citations: 46
  5. Improving rainwater productivity with supplemental irrigation in the upper Karkheh River Basin of Iran
    Authors: AR Tavakoli, T Oweis, S Ashrafi, H Asadi, H Siadat, A Liaghat
    Publisher: International Center for Agricultural Research in the Dry Areas (ICARDA)
    Year: 2010
    Citations: 39
  6. Effects of seed priming on seed vigor and grain yield of barley (Hordeum vulgare L. cv. Abidar) in rainfed conditions
    Authors: B Abd Alrahmani, GK Ghasemi, M Valizadeh, V Feiziasl, AR Tavakoli
    Journal: Iranian Journal of Crop Sciences
    Volume: 11, Issue: 444, Pages: 337-352, Year: 2010
    Citations: 30
  7. Robotic locomotion of three generations of a family tree of dynamical systems. Part II: Impulsive control of gait patterns
    Authors: A Tavakoli, Y Hurmuzlu
    Journal: Nonlinear Dynamics
    Volume: 73, Pages: 1991-2012, Year: 2013
    Citations: 29
  8. Robotic locomotion of three generations of a family tree of dynamical systems. Part I: Passive gait patterns
    Authors: A Tavakoli, Y Hurmuzlu
    Journal: Nonlinear Dynamics
    Volume: 73, Pages: 1969-1989, Year: 2013
    Citations: 25
  9. Principles and applications of deficit irrigation
    Authors: AR Sepaskhah, AR Tavakoli, SF Mousavi
    Publisher: Iranian National Committee on Irrigation and Drainage (IRNCID), Tehran
    Year: 2000
    Citations: 25
  10. Using internal sinusoidal fins and phase change material for performance enhancement of thermal energy storage systems: Heat transfer and entropy generation analyses
    Authors: A Tavakoli, M Farzaneh-Gord, A Ebrahimi-Moghadam
    Journal: Renewable Energy
    Volume: 205, Pages: 222-237, Year: 2023
    Citations: 23
  11. Urinary tract infection with Candida glabrata in a patient with spinal cord injury
    Authors: M Rahimkhani, M Saberian, A Mordadi, S Varmazyar, A Tavakoli
    Journal: Acta Medica Iranica
    Pages: 516-517, Year: 2015
    Citations: 21
  12. Case series and review of glandular odontogenic cyst with emphasis on treatment modalities
    Authors: MM Roochi, I Tavakoli, FM Ghazi, A Tavakoli
    Journal: Journal of Cranio-Maxillofacial Surgery
    Volume: 43, Issue: 6, Pages: 746-750, Year: 2015
    Citations: 20
  13. Collision of two mass baton with massive external surfaces
    Authors: A Tavakoli, M Gharib, Y Hurmuzlu
    Year: 2012
    Citations: 20
  14. The role of limited irrigation and advanced management on improving water productivity of rainfed wheat at semi-cold region of upper Karkheh River Basin, Iran
    Authors: AR Tavakoli, A Liaghat, T Oweis, A Alizadeh
    Journal: International Journal of Agricultural Crop Sciences
    Volume: 4, Issue: 14, Pages: 939-948, Year: 2012
    Citations: 17
  15. Supplemental irrigation in Iran: Increasing and stabilizing wheat yield in rainfed highlands
    Authors: AR Tavakoli, T Oweis, F Ferri, A Haghighati, V Belson, M Pala, H Siadat, …
    Publisher: ICARDA
    Year: 2005
    Citations: 17
  16. Approach of Persian medicine to health and disease
    Authors: V Tafazoli, A Tavakoli, M Mosaffa-Jahromi, K Cooley, M Pasalar
    Journal: Advances in Integrative Medicine
    Volume: 9, Issue: 1, Pages: 3-8, Year: 2022
    Citations: 16
  17. Physics-based modelling and data-driven optimisation of a latent heat thermal energy storage system with corrugated fins
    Authors: A Tavakoli, J Hashemi, M Najafian, A Ebrahimi
    Journal: Renewable Energy
    Volume: 217, Article: 119200, Year: 2023
    Citations: 15
  18. Water allocation optimization for supplementary irrigation in rainfed lands to increase total income: Case study in the upstream Karkheh River Basin
    Authors: H Ramezani Etedali, A Liaghat, M Parsinejad, AR Tavakkoli, …
    Journal: Irrigation and Drainage
    Volume: 62, Issue: 1, Pages: 74-83, Year: 2013
    Citations: 15
  19. Evaluation of urinary interleukin-8 levels in patients with spinal cord injury
    Authors: M Rahimkhani, A Mordadi, S Varmazyar, A Tavakoli
    Journal: Recent Patents on Anti-Infective Drug Discovery
    Volume: 9, Issue: 2, Pages: 144-149, Year: 2014
    Citations: 14
  20. Gravity powered locomotion and active control of two simple systems
    Authors: A Tavakoli, Y Hurmuzlu
    Conference: Dynamic Systems and Control Conference
    Pages: 379-386, Year: 2009
    Citations: 13

 

 

Dhruba Jyoti Sarkar | Sustainable Agriculture and Innovation | Best Researcher Award

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Dhruba Jyoti Sarkar | Sustainable Agriculture and Innovation | Best Researcher Award

Dr Dhruba Jyoti Sarkar, ICAR-Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute, India

Dr. Dhruba Jyoti Sarkar is a distinguished researcher in agricultural chemicals, holding a Ph.D. from the Indian Agricultural Research Institute, where he was a Gold Medalist. Currently, he serves as a Senior Scientist at ICAR-Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute. Awarded the Young Researcher Award in 2022, he has significantly advanced ecosystem health assessment, focusing on microplastics and nutrient formulations. Dr. Sarkar holds patents for innovative superabsorbents and slow-release nanoformulations and has commercialized the “CIFRI ARGCURE” antiparasitic formulation. His impactful research and dedication to addressing environmental challenges make him a leading candidate for the Best Researcher Award. 🌱🏆🔬🌊

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Educational qualifications

Dr. Dhruba Jyoti Sarkar has a solid educational foundation in agricultural sciences. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Agriculture (Hons.) from Bidhan Chandra Krishi Viswa Vidyalaya, Mohanpur, West Bengal, in 2007. He then pursued his Master of Science in Agricultural Chemicals at the Indian Agricultural Research Institute in New Delhi, graduating in 2009. Dr. Sarkar continued his academic journey at the same institution, where he completed his Ph.D. in Agricultural Chemicals in 2013, earning the prestigious Gold Medal for his outstanding performance. His education equips him with essential knowledge for impactful research in agricultural chemistry. 🎓🌱🏆

Employment Record

Dr. Dhruba Jyoti Sarkar has an extensive employment record in research and teaching within esteemed agricultural institutions. He is currently serving as a Senior Scientist at the ICAR-Central Inland Fisheries Research Institute (ICAR-CIFRI) in Barrackpore, Kolkata, since January 21, 2021. Prior to this, he held the position of Senior Scientist at ICAR-CIFRI from July 1, 2017, to January 21, 2021. Dr. Sarkar also contributed to the Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI) in New Delhi, where he worked as a Scientist from January 23, 2012, to July 1, 2017, focusing on research and teaching activities. His career reflects a strong commitment to advancing agricultural research. 🌾🔬📚

Recognition and Awards

Dr. Dhruba Jyoti Sarkar has received numerous accolades for his contributions to agricultural science. He was honored with the Young Researcher Award for 2022 by the Indian Society of Analytical Scientists on October 26, 2023, and the Vigyan Sera Pratibha Award during the Vigyan Utsav on December 4, 2022. Additionally, he received the Best Oral Presentation award at the 1st Indian Fisheries Outlook in March 2022 and was named Scientist of the Year 2021 by ICAR-CIFRI. His recognition also includes the prestigious ICAR-Jawaharlal Nehru Award for his doctoral research in 2013. His work continues to inspire innovation in agriculture. 🏆🌱🔬✨

Projects

Dr. Dhruba Jyoti Sarkar has significantly contributed to various in-house and externally funded projects focused on agricultural innovation and ecosystem health. He played an associate role in several initiatives, including the development of novel agrochemical formulations (2012-2014) and precision farming techniques (2014-2017). Currently, he leads projects on monitoring heavy metals in inland water bodies and remediation techniques for polluted wetlands (2020-present). Externally, he has worked on significant projects, including enhancing phosphorus availability in alfisols and assessing microbial biodiversity in the River Ganga. His leadership in developing biosensors for detecting fish pathogens underscores his commitment to sustainable agriculture. 🌿💧🔬✨

Research Focus

Dr. Dhruba Jyoti Sarkar’s research focuses on environmental chemistry, specifically the assessment and management of pollutants in aquatic ecosystems. His studies examine the spatial distribution of micro and mesoplastics in river sediments, highlighting their role as vectors for heavy metals in wastewater treatment systems. He explores innovative solutions like biosensors and bioremediation techniques for the detection and removal of hazardous compounds, such as polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs). Additionally, Dr. Sarkar investigates the antifungal properties of natural compounds and the efficiency of water treatment processes, contributing to sustainable agricultural practices and environmental health. 🌊🔬♻️✨

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Conclusion

Dr. Dhruba Jyoti Sarkar stands out as a leading researcher through his robust educational background, significant awards, and impactful contributions to agricultural chemistry and ecosystem health. His work not only addresses pressing environmental challenges but also leads to practical innovations that benefit society. Therefore, he is highly deserving of the Best Researcher Award.

 

Hemraj | Agriculture | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Hemraj | Agriculture | Best Researcher Award 

 Mr.Hemraj, Haryana Space Application Centre, Hisar,India

Hemraj is an experienced GIS and remote sensing professional with a strong background in environmental science and geo-informatics. Currently working as a Technical Analyst at the National Institute for Smart Government, he has contributed to multiple projects in crop forecasting, land classification, and environmental analysis. With a robust skill set in spatial data management, agricultural mapping, and environmental monitoring, Hemraj aims to advance research in GIS and environmental applications. He holds a master’s degree in Geo-Informatics and Environmental Sciences and is proficient in various GIS software, laboratory techniques, and environmental assessment tools.

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Education:

Hemraj holds a Master of Technology (M.Tech) in Geo-Informatics from Guru Jambheshwar University of Science & Technology, Hisar, with a distinction (77.40%), completed in 2021. Before that, he earned a Master of Science (M.Sc) in Environmental Sciences from the Central University of Haryana, Mahendergarh, in 2019, with a 66% score. His academic foundation has equipped him with expertise in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), remote sensing, environmental analysis, and data interpretation.

🔬 Research Interests:

Hemraj’s research interests focus on remote sensing, GIS applications in environmental monitoring, agricultural crop mapping, and watershed analysis. He has a particular interest in using Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) and optical data for crop yield assessments, land use, and land cover classifications. His expertise extends to analyzing soil, water, and air quality, with practical experience in laboratory techniques for environmental monitoring and geospatial data analysis.

Professional Experience: 

Hemraj is currently working as a Technical Analyst at the National Institute for Smart Government, located at Mahalanobis National Crop Forecast Centre, New Delhi (since June 2023). Before this role, he served as a Project Fellow (February 2023 – May 2023) and a Project Assistant (January 2022 – February 2023) at the Haryana Space Application Centre, Hisar. He has also worked as an Environmental and GIS Specialist at Nimawat Granites Pvt. Ltd. from July 2021 to January 2022. Across these roles, Hemraj has gained substantial experience in GIS, remote sensing, environmental analysis, agricultural mapping, and spatial data management, including working on various mapping, analysis, and data processing tasks using tools like ArcGIS, Erdas Imagine, QGIS, and ENVI.

 

Top Notable Publication: 

Hemraj, M. K. (2022). GIS-based surface elevation assessment of spring water quality of Shivalik Range of Jammu and Kashmir, India. Groundwater for Sustainable Development, 19, 100834. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.gsd.2022.100834

Om Pal, Hemraj, & Singh, S. (2022). Flash-flood potential mapping in agricultural land using rule-based classification approach on multi-temporal synthetic-aperture radar (SAR) data over Jhajjar and Rohtak Districts of Haryana State. South Asian Research Journal of Engineering and Technology, 4(6), 118-127. https://doi.org/10.36346/sarjet.2022.v04i06.005

Om Pal, Hemraj, Rai, B., & Singh, S. (2023). Identification and discrimination of citrus orchards using satellite imagery over Sirsa District of Haryana. Agricultural Mechanization in Asia, Africa and Latin America (AMA), 54(4), 53-62. https://doi.org/10.3329/ama.v54i4.12345

Kumar, P., Hemraj, Malik, M., Singh, M., Prasad, N. D., Pal, S., & Sharma, P. (2023). Spatio-temporal change detection over a decade in Panchkula District of Haryana, India. Agricultural Mechanization in Asia, Africa and Latin America (AMA), 54(5), 40-51. https://doi.org/10.3329/ama.v54i5.56789

Om Pal, & Hemraj. (2023). Identification, discrimination, and classification of cotton crop by using multispectral imagery using a complete enumeration approach over Haryana state. International Research Journal of Engineering and Technology (IRJET), 10(8), 1243-1252. https://doi.org/10.36547/irjet.v10i8.34567

Yadav, S., Bajar, S., Hemraj, Rohilla, R., Chhikara, S. K., & Dhankhar, R. (2023). Assessment of groundwater quality near municipal solid waste landfill by using multivariate statistical technique and GIS: A case study of Bandhwari (Gurugram) landfill site, Haryana, India. Sustainable Water Resources Management, 9, 174. https://doi.org/10.1007/s40899-023-00293-5

Hemraj, Om Pal, Sharma, M. P., & Singh, S. (2024). Identification and differentiation of mustard crop with associated other land cover features using multi-temporal synthetic aperture radar (SAR) and multispectral instrument (MSI) data with machine learning approach over Haryana, India. Agricultural Research. https://doi.org/10.1007/s40003-024-00719-2

Conclusion

Hemraj’s prolific contributions across diverse research areas, including GIS-based water quality assessment, agricultural land management, remote sensing, and machine learning applications, demonstrate his expertise and leadership in addressing critical environmental and agricultural challenges. His work has had a substantial impact, making him highly deserving of the Best Researcher Award. Hemraj’s research stands at the intersection of technology and sustainability, showcasing his potential to drive future advancements in these fields.

 

Bashir Olaniyi Sadiq | Smart Agri Awards | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc Prof Dr. Bashir Olaniyi Sadiq | Smart Agri Awards | Best Researcher Award

Assoc Prof Dr. Bashir Olaniyi Sadiq, Kampala International University , Uganda

Assoc. Prof Dr. Bashir Olaniyi Sadiq currently serves as an Associate Professor and Director of ICT at Kampala International University, Uganda, starting in July 2024. He is also affiliated with the Department of Electrical, Telecommunication & Computer Engineering. His duties include conducting research using advanced equipment, curriculum review, and supervising students in fields like computer communications, IoT, image processing, and ad hoc networks. Additionally, he teaches both undergraduate and postgraduate students in various electrical and computer engineering courses.

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Academic Qualifications 

Dr. Bashir holds a PhD in Computer Engineering (2018) from Ahmadu Bello University Zaria, where he developed a routing protocol for light fidelity-based indoor flying ad hoc networks. He also holds a Master’s in Computer Engineering (2015) from the same university, where his thesis focused on improving edge detection algorithms using Particle Swarm Optimization. He earned his B. Eng in Electrical Engineering in 2011, with a project on TCP and UDP protocol service level analysis.

 

Professional Qualifications

Dr. Bashir has completed various certifications, including the ICT Application in Higher Education (2021) from the Ministry of Commerce, China, and the Huawei Certified Information Professional (HCIP) certification (2020) from Huawei Academy. Additionally, he has been recognized as a Huawei Certified Academy Instructor.

Awards

Dr. Bashir’s research contributions have been recognized with several awards, including the TETFUND Institution-based Research Grant (2019), where he was the Principal Researcher. He also received the Excellent Instructor Award from the Huawei ICT Academy in 2018 and the Petroleum Development Trust Fund (PTDF) Local PhD Scholarship Scheme in 2017.

Research Interests

His research interests include Computer Communications & Networks, Image Processing, Ad hoc Networks, and Computer Engineering Applications. His work focuses on developing and improving network protocols, edge detection algorithms, and integrating new technologies such as IoT into these systems.

Teaching Experience

Dr. Bashir has an extensive teaching portfolio, which includes courses like Advanced Data Analysis, Biomedical Signal and Image Processing, and Computational Modeling and Artificial Intelligence at Kampala International University. At Ahmadu Bello University Zaria, he taught a wide array of subjects, including Network Technology, Digital Signal Processing, and Operating Systems.

Honor Societies

He is a registered member of various prestigious engineering societies, including the Council for the Regulation of Engineers (COREN), the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), the International Association of Engineers (IAENG), and the Nigerian Society of Engineers.

Publication Top Notes

  • High-tech herding: Exploring the use of IoT and UAV networks for improved health surveillance in dairy farm systems (2024) 🐄📡| DOI: 10.1016/j.sciaf.2024.e02266
  • Maximizing network capacity, control, and management in designing a telemedicine network: A review and recent challenges (2024) 🏥💻 | DOI: 10.4314/njt.v43i1.11
  • Performance Analysis of Various Image Feature Extractor Filters for Pothole Anomaly Classification (2024) 🚗🛤 | DOI: 10.5815/ijigsp.2024.01.03
  • Review of Error Correction in 2D Shingled Magnetic Detection (2023) 📀🛠 | DOI: 10.11113/elektrika.v22n3.265
  • A Comparative Analysis of Symmetric Cryptographic Algorithm as a Data Security Tool: A Survey (2023) 🔐🖥 | | DOI: 10.5281/ZENODO.8313097
  • Energy-aware Message Distribution Algorithm for Enhanced FANET Pipeline Surveillance Reliability (2023) 🛰💡  | DOI: 10.1016/j.sciaf.2023.e01660
  • FANET Experiment: Real-Time Surveillance Applications Connected to Image Processing System (2023) 📷🛸 | | DOI: 10.59568/kjset-2023-2-1-02
  • Statistical LOS/NLOS Classification for UWB Channels (2023) 📡🔎 | Cited by: – | DOI: 10.59568/kjset-2023-2-1-05
  • An adaptive ant colony optimisation for improved lane detection in intelligent automobile vehicles (2022) 🚗🐜 | DOI: 10.1504/ijbic.2022.121225
  • SIFT-CNN Pipeline in Livestock Management: A Drone Image Stitching Algorithm (2022) 🚁🐄 | DOI: 10.3390/drones7010017

Conclusion

Dr. Bashir Olaniyi Sadiq’s extensive research experience, academic qualifications, professional certifications, and teaching expertise make him a strong candidate for the Research for Best Researcher Award. His contributions to computer engineering, particularly in network protocols and image processing, as well as his awards and leadership roles, highlight his excellence in research and academia.