VP Chaudhary | Precision Agriculture | Best Researcher Award

Dr. VP Chaudhary | Precision Agriculture | Best Researcher Award

ICAR – Central Institute of Agricultural Engineering | India

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👤 Professional Summary

Dr. V. P. Chaudhary is Principal Scientist and Head of the Agricultural Mechanization Division at ICAR-Central Institute of Agricultural Engineering, Bhopal, since June 2023. With over 22 years of research and academic experience, he previously served at ICAR-IIFSR, Modipuram. He specializes in Farm Machinery & Power Engineering, focusing on climate-smart agriculture, crop residue management, small farm mechanization, and gender-friendly tools.

🎓 Education

He completed his M.Tech. and Ph.D. in Agricultural Engineering from G. B. Pant University of Agriculture & Technology, Pantnagar, Uttarakhand.

💼 Professional Experience

Dr. Chaudhary has led 20+ national-level research projects worth over ₹780 lakhs. He trained more than 2000 farmers and organized several training programs for professionals, including summer schools, short courses, and model training courses. He has held advisory roles, served on academic boards, and acted as an external expert for faculty recruitment across institutions.

📚 Academic Citations

  • 📈 Total Citations: 906

  • 🔢 h-index: 13 | i10-index: 15

  • 🌐 Google Scholar profile includes 45+ peer-reviewed papers, with publications in top journals such as Renewable & Sustainable Energy Reviews, Journal of Environmental Management, and Soil & Tillage Research.

🛠️ Technical Skills

Expertise in design and development of farm machinery, resource conservation tools, laser land leveling, energy use in agriculture, and digital technologies like AI, IoT, robotics, sensors, and precision farming.

👨‍🏫 Teaching & Training Experience

Dr. Chaudhary has served as examiner and academic board member for B.Tech., M.Tech., and Ph.D. programs in multiple universities. He organized numerous trainings for academicians, extension officers, and farmers, including 21-day, 10-day, and 8-day certified courses and field-level programs.

🔬 Research Interests

  • Farm Mechanization for Smallholders

  • Climate Smart Agriculture

  • Crop Residue Management

  • Digital & Precision Agriculture

  • Gender-Friendly and Ergonomic Tools

  • Conservation Agriculture Technologies

🏆 Achievements & Awards

He has received 9 major awards, including:

  • Fellow of The Institution of Engineers (India)

  • Life Time Achievement Award (ICNSFS–2024)

  • Distinguished Scientist Award (Thailand, 2019)

  • Best Paper & Poster Presentation Awards (TIAS, EcoAspect, etc.)

🌍 International Exposure

He has represented India in professional visits and trainings in USA, Israel, and Bangladesh. Attended specialized courses on sensor applications, agricultural engineering R&D, and conservation technologies.

📖Publications

Relevance of climatological information on spatial and temporal variability of Indian Summer monsoon rainfall (ISMR) in recent El Niño years and its impact on four important …
  • Authors: N. Subash, D. Dutta, P.C. Ghasal, P. Punia, V.P. Mandal, V.P. Chaudhary
    Journal: Climate Services
    Year: 2023
 Weed management in direct sown rice
  • Authors: D.K. Pandey, K.S. Gangwar, V.P. Chaudhry
    Journal: ORYZA – An International Journal on Rice
    Year: 2009
 Agri‐biomass‐based bio‐energy supply model: An inclusive sustainable and circular economy approach for a self‐resilient rural India
  • Authors: V.P. Chaudhary, R. Chandra, D.M. Denis, T.C. D’Silva, A. Isha
    Journal: Biofuels, Bioproducts and Biorefining
    Year: 2022
Impact of long-term residue burning versus retention on soil organic carbon sequestration under a rice-wheat cropping system
  • Authors: A. Dutta, R. Bhattacharyya, V.P. Chaudhary, C. Sharma, C.P. Nath, S.N. Kumar, …
    Journal: Soil and Tillage Research
    Year: 2022
Potentials and Challenges of Biogas Upgradation as Liquid Biomethane
  • Authors: R.C.E.A.I.S.K.S.A.K.P.M.V.S.V.K.V.A.K.C., V.P. Chaudhary
    Journal: Biogas Production (Book Chapter)
    Year: 2021

Rakhee Dangi | Plant Systematics | Women Researcher Award

Dr. Rakhee Dangi | Plant Systematics | Women Researcher Award

Bharati Vidyapeeth (Deemed to be) University Rajiv Gandhi Institute of IT and Biotechnology | India

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👩‍🔬 Professional Summary

Dr. Rakhee Dangi is a distinguished academic and researcher in the field of Microbiology and Plant Taxonomy, with over two decades of experience. Currently serving as an Associate Professor at Bharati Vidyapeeth (Deemed to be University), Pune, her expertise lies in molecular systematics, phytochemistry, and genetic diversity analysis of plant species, especially Trigonella.

🎓 Education & Qualifications

She holds a postgraduate degree in Microbiology and has qualified the State Eligibility Test, affirming her academic competence and teaching eligibility.

 💼   Professional Experience

  • 🧪 1999–2002: Project Assistant, National Chemical Laboratory, Pune

  • 👩‍🏫 2005–2013: Assistant Professor, Department of Microbiology, Fergusson College, Pune

  • 🧬 2013–Present: Associate Professor, RGITBT, Bharati Vidyapeeth (Deemed to be University), Pune

📚 Publications & Academic Contributions

Dr. Dangi has authored 13+ peer-reviewed journal publications, covering molecular phylogenetics, species taxonomy, and biochemical profiling. She has also presented in key national and international conferences and contributed to plant biodiversity research, particularly in Trigonella and Melilotus species.

🛠️ Technical Skills

Proficient in molecular marker techniques (RAPD, ISSR), phylogenetic analysis (nrDNA, cpDNA), phytochemical extraction, in vitro antioxidant assays, and statistical evaluation of genetic diversity.

🧑‍🏫 Teaching Experience

With nearly 20 years of academic teaching, she has mentored undergraduate and postgraduate students in Microbiology and Biotechnology, fostering research-driven learning.

🔬 Research Interests

Her core research areas include:

  • Molecular taxonomy and systematics of Trigonella and Melilotus

  • Plant secondary metabolites and bioactivity screening

  • Conservation of genetic plant resources and phylogenetic studies

🏆 Awards & Recognitions

  • Best Outgoing Student (Teachers’ Choice Award), Abasaheb Garware College

  • Best Paper Presentation Award, Int’l Conference on Biodiversity (2014)

  • Qualified State Eligibility Test (SET)

📖Publications

 Generic reappraisal in the tribe Trifolieae subtribe Trigonellinae (Leguminosae)
  • Authors: Khushboo Mittal, Rakhee Dangi
    Journal: Plant Systematics and Evolution
    Year: 2025
 Molecular phylogenetic studies on Trigonella section Ellipticae (Trifolieae, Fabaceae) from India utilising nrDNA (ITS) and cpDNA (trnL–trnF & petL–psbE)
  • Authors: Khushboo Mittal, Rakhee Dangi, Priyanka Ingle, Akhtar H. Mallik
    Journal: Phytotaxa
    Year: 2024
 Sympatric speciation in Dipcadi saxorum at Kanheri Caves, Borivali, Maharashtra India
  • Authors: Suchandra Ranjit Dutta, Hensal Salvador Rodrigues, Pramodachandra Praful Harvey, Kiran Gangadhar Chakral, Priyanka Ingle, Rakhee Dangi
    Journal: Phytotaxa
    Year: 2024
 Preliminary evaluation of the phylogenetic position of Trigonella griffithii (Fabaceae): a newly recorded species to the flora of India
  • Authors: Khushboo Mittal, Rakhee Dangi, Akhtar H. Mallik, Priyanka Ingle, Faiz A. Shah
    Journal: Rheedea
    Year: 2023
 Trigonella kargilensis (Trifolieae, Fabaceae), a New Species from India Based on Morphological and Molecular Evidence
  • Authors: Khushboo Mittal, Rakhee Dangi, Priyanka Ingle, Akhtar H. Mallik
    Journal: Annales Botanici Fennici
    Year: 2023

 

Hayati Zengin | Forestry | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Hayati Zengin | Forestry | Best Researcher Award

Faculty of Forestry | Turkey

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Dr. Hayati Zengin is a forestry expert currently serving in the Department of Forest Management at the Faculty of Forestry, Düzce University, Turkey. His expertise spans forest inventory, multifunctional forest planning, biomass estimation, ecosystem-based planning, and optimization techniques in forest management. He has contributed extensively to national and international research on forest ecosystems, sustainability, and forest hydrology.

🎓 Education

Dr. Zengin holds advanced academic qualifications in Forest Engineering, specializing in Forest Management, Functional Planning, Forest Inventory, and Biometry. His education has equipped him with strong skills in ecological modeling, optimization theory, and decision-making systems in forestry.

💼 Professional Experience

Dr. Zengin has worked on numerous research projects and published widely in high-impact forestry journals. He collaborates with national and international researchers, applying GIS, remote sensing, and modeling tools in forest management. His recent works include forest certification analysis, temporal land cover change assessment, and water-carbon-wood optimization in planning.

📚 Academic Citations

His research outputs are published in journals like FORESTS, Bosque, Forestist, Journal of Forestry, and Croatian Journal of Forest Engineering. He has co-authored several peer-reviewed articles and book chapters, including the Springer publication on National Forest Inventories.

🧪 Technical Skills

Dr. Zengin is proficient in GIS, remote sensing, forest inventory tools, optimization models (e.g., linear programming), and decision support systems. He uses spatial metrics, simulation, and modeling to support forest policy and planning.

👨‍🏫 Teaching Experience

He is actively involved in academic teaching and mentoring at Düzce University, contributing to both undergraduate and postgraduate forestry programs. His focus areas include silviculture, forest biometrics, and multifunctional forest management.

🔬 Research Interests

His main research interests include:

  • 🌲 Forest Management & Planning

  • 🗺️ Forest Inventory & GIS

  • 🌿 Ecosystem-based Multifunctional Planning

  • 💧 Forest Hydrology & Water Yield

  • ♻️ Biomass and Carbon Stock Assessment

  • 🧠 Decision Support & Optimization Systems

  • 🌍 Ecosystem Services and Biodiversity

📖Publications

How Forest Management and Planning Affects the Sustainability of Stumpage Value? A Case Study from Turkey
  • Authors: Emre Özcan; Hayati Zengin
    Journal: Journal of Sustainable Forestry
    Year: 2025
Determining Breast Height Diameter of Trees Using 3DFin Software from Terrestrial LiDAR Data
  • Authors: Hayati Zengin
    Journal: Düzce University Faculty of Forestry Journal
    Year: 2024
Determination of Land Surface Temperatures for Some Oak Stands with Landsat 8 OLI Satellite Images: A Case Study from Turkey
  • Authors: Ahmet Salih Değermenci; Hayati Zengin
    Journal: Environmental Monitoring and Assessment
    Year: 2024
Determining the Effect of Green Space Ratio and Urbanization on the Land Surface Temperature: A Case Study in the Istanbul Metropolitan Area
  • Authors: Ahmet Salih Değermenci; Hayati Zengin
    Journal: Contemporary Problems of Ecology
    Year: 2024
Determination of Carbon Storage Amounts in Above-Ground Biomass Using NDVI Based on Land Use/Land Cover Classes in Bolu
  • Authors: Ahmet Salih Değermenci; Hayati Zengin
    Journal: Artvin Çoruh University Journal of Forestry Faculty
    Year: 2023

 

Lakshminarayana Vemireddy | Plant Genetics | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Lakshminarayana Vemireddy | Plant Genetics | Best Researcher Award

Acharya NG Ranga Agricultural University | India

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Dr. Lakshmi Narayana Vemireddy is a seasoned plant scientist from Guntur, India, with over 20 years of experience in plant biotechnology, molecular breeding, and crop genomics. His research primarily focuses on rice, blackgram, greengram, groundnut, millets, and sesame, with a strong emphasis on QTL mapping, DNA fingerprinting, and genomics-based trait development. He has published 70+ peer-reviewed articles, mentored 20+ postgraduate scholars, and led multiple national and international R&D projects.

🎓 Education

He holds a Ph.D. in Molecular Genetics from CDFD/University of Hyderabad, a Postdoctoral Fellowship from Oklahoma State University, and degrees in Agriculture and Genetics from ANGRAU. His doctoral work on basmati rice authentication led to the development of a commercial DNA kit and international patent applications.

🧪 Professional Experience

Currently serving as Principal Scientist at ANGRAU since 2006, Dr. Vemireddy has led numerous biotech innovations, research collaborations, and product development programs. He has previously worked at IIRR-Hyderabad as a Research Associate, focusing on rice QTLs. He has generated ₹243.80 Lakhs in project funding and established key facilities like gene editing and phenomics labs.

🛠️ Technical Skills

Dr. Vemireddy is proficient in field phenotyping, QTL/GWAS analysis, gene editing, and bioinformatics tools such as R, MapChart, Haploview, and DARWIN. He has developed protocols for genetic purity testing, DNA fingerprinting, and marker-assisted selection.

👨‍🏫 Teaching Experience

He has mentored 12 PhD and 8 MSc students, conducted national-level workshops on bioinformatics and molecular breeding, and actively contributes to capacity-building programs.

🔬 Research Interests

His current research spans trait introgression, stress tolerance, haplotype breeding, seed vigor, and crop traceability using DNA barcoding. He also explores gene editing (CRISPR/Cas9) and phenomics for future-ready crop improvement.

📖Publications

Development of activation-tagged gain-of-functional mutants in indica rice line (BPT 5204) for sheath blight resistance
  • Journal: Molecular Biology Reports

  • Year: 2024

  • Authors:  Mahendranath Gandikota, T. Krishnakanth Yadav, Raghurami Reddy Maram, Sudhamani Kalluru, M. Balachandran Sena, E. A. Siddiq, Yamini Kalinati Narasimhan, Lakshminarayana R. Vemireddy, Anuradha Ghanta

Prioritization of candidate genes for major QTLs governing yield traits employing integrated multi-omics approach in rice (Oryza sativa L.)
  • Journal: Briefings in Functional Genomics

  • Year: 2024

  • Authors: Issa Keerthi Vishnu Shukla Sudhamani Kalluru Lal Ahamed Mohammad P. Lavanya Kumari Eswarayya Ramireddy Lakshminarayana R. Vemireddy

Development of miRNA-SSR and target-SSR markers from yield-associate genes and their applicability in the assessment of genetic diversity and association mapping in rice (Oryza sativa L.)
  • Journal: Molecular Breeding

  • Year: 2024

  • Authors: Bavisetti Hemasai Dinesh K. Kumbha Vinodkumar Naik Modem Srividya K. Gannavarapu Rupeshkumar R. Bommaka Shanthipriya Mallapuram Sreelakshmi Chintala Muga D. Sreevalli Eswarayya Ramireddy Lakshminarayana R. Vemireddy

Haplotype analysis of QTLs governing early seedling vigor-related traits under dry-direct-seeded rice (Oryza sativa L.) conditions
  • Journal: Molecular Biology Reports

  • Year: 2023

  • Authors: Mounika Reddy Yamasani Vasanthi Raguru Pandu Sudhamani Kalluru Rupeshkumar Reddy Bommaka Ramanamurthy Bandela Bharathi Duddu Srikanth Komeri Dineshkumar Kumbha Lakshminarayana R. Vemireddy

Panicle transcriptome of high-yield mutant indica rice reveals physiological mechanisms and novel candidate regulatory genes for yield under reproductive stage drought stress
  • Journal: BMC Plant Biology

  • Year: 2023

  • Authors: Aparna Eragam Ankita Mohapatra Vishnu Shukla Rajashekar Varma Kadumuri Abin Panackal George Latha Putta Srividhya Akkareddy Sreenivas Chavali Lakshminarayana R. Vemireddy Eswarayya Ramireddy

 

MUSLIM QADIR | Plant Breeding | Best Researcher Award

Dr. MUSLIM QADIR | Plant Breeding | Best Researcher Award

South China Agricultural University | China

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Dr. Muslim Qadir is a dedicated researcher specializing in crop genetics and plant breeding with a strong focus on reproductive biology, stress physiology, and genome-editing technologies. He has advanced experience in GWAS, QTL mapping, transcriptomics, proteomics, and phytohormonal analysis. Currently affiliated with the College of Agriculture, South China Agricultural University (SCAU), Guangzhou, China, Dr. Qadir actively contributes to translational research for sustainable agriculture and crop improvement.

🎓 Education:

He holds a Ph.D. in Crop Genetics and Breeding from the Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences (CAAS), Wuhan (2019–2022), a Master’s in Biology (Plant Breeding and Genetics) from Southwest University of Science and Technology, Sichuan (2016–2018), and a B.Sc. in Agriculture from LUAWMS, Pakistan (2012–2016).

💼 Professional Experience:

Currently a Postdoctoral Researcher at SCAU (2024–Present), he has also served as a Research Associate at UAE University (2023), working on transcriptomic profiling in date palm, and as a Research Assistant at various institutions including LUAWMS and RRI-China. His career spans physiological studies in cotton, wheat, and rice, to functional genomics in rapeseed.

📚 Academic Citations & Publications:

Dr. Qadir has authored multiple peer-reviewed articles in journals such as Frontiers in Plant Science, Genome Editing, BMC Plant Biology, and Environmental Chemistry & Ecotoxicology. His notable publications explore ovule development, CRISPR/Cas9, stress resilience, biocontrol mechanisms, and soil remediation strategies. His cumulative citations reflect a growing international academic impact.

🧪 Technical Skills:

He possesses expertise in GWAS, QTL mapping, bioinformatics, high-throughput phenotyping, phytohormone quantification, antioxidant assays, gene expression analysis, tissue culture, DNA/RNA extraction, and functional genomics tools like CRISPR. He is proficient in statistical and molecular software tools and has hands-on field and lab experience.

🎓 Teaching Experience:

Dr. Qadir has mentored students in experimental design, data interpretation, and thesis writing during his research tenure. He has actively engaged in research training workshops and collaborative scientific projects, both in China and the UAE.

🌱 Research Interests:

His core research areas include plant reproductive genetics, seed trait development, stress physiology, plant–environment interaction, genome editing for climate resilience, and integrated crop management. His research aims to enhance productivity and sustainability in oilseed, cereal, and fruit crops.

📖Publications

Genome-Wide Identification of Chitinase Gene Family in Barley (Hordeum vulgare): Insights into Stress Response Mechanisms and Evolutionary Dynamics
    • Authors: Muslim Qadir Baloch; Irfan Ali Sabir; Farhan Nabi; Aamir Manzoor; Fazal Ullah; Muhammad Saeed; Abeer Hashem; Jawaher Alkahtani; Elsayed Fathi Abd_Allah

    • Journal: BMC Plant Biology

    • Year: 2025

CRISPR/Cas9: a sustainable technology to enhance climate resilience in major Staple Crops
    • Authors: Navjot Kaur; Muslim Qadir; Dali V. Francis; Anshu Alok; Siddharth Tiwari; Zienab F. R. Ahmed

    • Journal: Frontiers in Genome Editing

    • Year: 2025

Dissection of the genetic basis and molecular mechanism of ovule number per ovary in oilseed rape (Brassica napus L.)
    • Authors: Muslim Qadir Baloch; Xinyi Lin; Farhan Nabi; Kishore Kumar Ashok; Xue-Rong Zhou; Qingbin Sun; Peiman Shi; Xinfa Wang; Jiaqin Shi

    • Journal: Frontiers in Plant Science

    • Year: 2025

Enhancing crop resilience by harnessing the synergistic effects of biostimulants against abiotic stress
    • Authors: Anam Asif; Muslim Qadir; Maratab Ali; Rajmohan Karthikeyan; Zora Singh; Ravjit Khangura; Francesco Di Gioia; Zienab F. R. Ahmed

    • Journal: Frontiers in Plant Science

    • Year: 2023

 Genetic dissection of the natural variation of ovule number per ovary in oilseed rape germplasm (Brassica napus L.)
    • Authors: Muslim Qadir Baloch

    • Journal: Frontiers in Plant Science

    • Year: 2022

Awwal Adamu | Medicinal Plants | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Awwal Adamu | Medicinal Plants | Best Researcher Award

Ahmadu Bello University Zaria | Nigeria

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Awwal Abdullahi Adamu is a dedicated M.Sc. student specializing in Petroleum Chemistry at Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria. With a strong foundation in teaching and research, he also serves as a Chemistry teacher at Government Secondary School, Warsa-Piti, Kaduna State. He is a registered educator under the Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN), blending academic knowledge with practical teaching experience.

🎓 Education:

Pursuing a Master of Science in Petroleum Chemistry at Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Nigeria.

💼 Professional Experience:

Currently a classroom teacher at Government Secondary School Warsa-Piti, Lere LGA, Kaduna State. Registered under the TRCN and actively engaged in both education and scientific research.

📚 Academic Contributions:

Published 2 research papers in reputable journals. Engaged in collaborative research on green corrosion inhibitors and metal ion removal from human plasma using plant-based materials. Key collaborators include Dr. O.R.A. Iyun, Prof. J.D. Habila, and Dr. Abuchi Elebo.

🛠️ Technical Skills:

Skilled in experimental research involving surface chemistry, green chemistry, and modeling techniques such as Artificial Neural Networks (ANN) and Response Surface Methodology (RSM).

👨‍🏫 Teaching Experience:

Experienced in secondary education, teaching chemistry to high school students with a focus on conceptual clarity and real-world application.

🔬 Research Interests:

Green chemistry, surface chemistry, corrosion inhibition, thermodynamics, and chemical kinetics.

📖Publications

Adsorption and thermodynamic studies of the corrosion inhibition effect of Desmodium adscendens (Swartz) extract on carbon steel in 2 M HCl
  • Authors: Awwal Abdullahi Adamu, Ogunkemi Risikat Agbeke Iyun, James Dama Habila
    Journal: BMC Chemistry
    Year: 2025
Application of Artificial Neural Network and Response Surface Methodology Approach for Modeling In-vitro Removal of Cu(ii) Ion From Human Blood Plasma Using a Medicinal Biomass
  • Authors: Abuchi Elebo, Francis Uchenna Anumonye, Mbah Basil, Ndubueze Chijindu Ifeanyi, Vincent Akandi Johnson, Isaac Omole Areguamen, Awwal Abdullahi Adamu, Amarachi Maureen Udoh
    Journal: Progress in Chemical and Biochemical Research
    Year: 2025

 

Hossein Motamedi | Plant-Rhizosphere Interactions | Innovative Plant Microbiology Award

Prof. Hossein Motamedi | Plant-Rhizosphere Interactions | Innovative Plant Microbiology Award

Shahid Chamran university of Ahvaz | Iran

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Professor Hossein Motamedi is a seasoned microbiologist at Shahid Chamran University of Ahvaz, Iran, with a specialization in applied and industrial microbiology. Since joining the academic staff in 2006, he has made significant contributions to sustainable agriculture and environmental bioremediation. With an h-index of 36 and over 200 publications, he has been recognized four times as a top researcher at his university.

🎓 Education

Though specific degrees are not listed, Prof. Motamedi holds qualifications in microbiology that support his role as a professor and active researcher at Shahid Chamran University of Ahvaz.

🧑‍🏫 Professional Experience

Prof. Motamedi has served as an academic staff member at Shahid Chamran University since 2006. He has led eight major research projects and has supervised/advised over 100 MSc and PhD theses. He also holds editorial roles, including with the Jundishapur Journal of Microbiology.

📚 Academic Citations

Google Scholar: h-index 36, i10-index 104
Publications: 201 research papers
Books (ISBNs): 9786001410611, 9786007304396
Patents: 2 national patents

🛠️ Technical Skills

  • Microbial biofertilizer development

  • Soil and waste bioremediation

  • Nanobiofertilizer formulation

  • Biorefinery of agricultural/industrial waste

🧑‍🏫 Teaching Experience

Over 18 years of academic service, guiding numerous postgraduate students in microbiology, sustainable agriculture, and biotechnology.

🔬 Research Interests

  • Applied and industrial microbiology

  • Microbial biofertilizers (e.g., for Narcissus tazetta, sugarcane, alfalfa)

  • Soil bioremediation and environmental microbiology

  • Nanotechnology in agriculture

  • Agricultural waste valorization

📖Publications

Fabrication of zein nanofibrous scaffold containing Scrophularia striata extract for biomedical application
  • Authors: Yasin Salahshour, Saadat Rastegarzadeh, Hossein Motamedi, Elham Hoveizi
    Journal: Journal of Biological Engineering
    Year: 2025
Design, synthesis, structural characterization, and biological evaluation of dimeric mercury(II) complexes of phosphorus ylides with terminal azide ligands
  • Authors: Sepideh Samiee, Habib Rashedi, Valiollah Nobakht, Hossein Motamedi, Robert William Gable
    Journal: Journal of Molecular Structure
    Year: 2025
Integrated biorefinery process for dual production of fermentable sugars and functional humic acids from lignocellulose
  • Authors: Mi Zhou, Rui Zhai, Xiaoyu Xie, Hossein Motamedi, Mingjie Jin
    Journal: International Journal of Biological Macromolecules
    Year: 2025
Comparative study of CaFe₂O₄ with nanocomposites CaFe₂O₄@SiO₂ and the effect of silica shell thickness on their physical and magnetic properties
  • Authors: E. Mohammadzadeh Shobegar, Seyed Ebrahim Mousavi Ghahfarokhi, Hossein Motamedi
    Journal: Journal of Science: Advanced Materials and Devices
    Year: 2025
Chitosan/alginate hydrogel adorned with nanoemulsions for potential wound healing: Fabrication, characterization, and biocompatibility evaluation
  • Authors: Peyman Salehi, Fariba Heidarizadeh, Hossein Motamedi, Pooyan Makvandi
    Journal: Alexandria Engineering Journal
    Year: 2025

 

Yonghong Bi | Plant Stress | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Yonghong Bi | Plant Stress | Best Researcher Award

Institute of hydrobiology, CAS | China

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Dr. Yonghong Bi (born October 1, 1974) is a distinguished Professor at the Institute of Hydrobiology, Chinese Academy of Sciences. With over two decades of experience in freshwater algal ecology, his research focuses on the dynamics of phytoplankton communities, hydrodynamic impacts on freshwater systems, and algal responses to environmental changes.

🎓 Education

He earned his PhD in Hydrobiology from the Institute of Hydrobiology, CAS (2004), following a Master’s degree in Hydrobiology from Shanghai Ocean University (2001), and a Bachelor’s degree from Huazhong Agricultural University (1998).

💼 Professional Experience

Dr. Bi currently serves as a Professor (2015–present) and previously held roles as Associate Professor (2009–2015) and Assistant Professor (2004–2009) at the same institute, contributing extensively to algal ecological research and reservoir ecosystem analysis.

📚 Academic Citations & Publications

He has published widely in high-impact journals like Scientific Reports, Chemosphere, Science of the Total Environment, and Environmental Science and Pollution Research. Notable papers include studies on phytoplankton heterogeneity, hydrodynamic impacts on algae, and algal community structure in the Three Gorges Reservoir.

🛠️ Technical Skills

Expert in algal taxonomy, HPLC-CHEMTAX pigment analysis, freshwater ecology, and hydrological impact modeling. Skilled in designing and executing large-scale ecological monitoring projects.

👨‍🏫 Teaching Experience

While not explicitly listed, his long tenure at CAS implies mentoring graduate students and contributing to academic training in freshwater ecology and hydrobiology.

🔬 Research Interests

His key interests include phytoplankton dynamics, freshwater ecosystem responses to hydrological changes, algal physiological ecology, and reservoir management strategies.

🏆 Grants & Awards

Dr. Bi has led multiple high-profile projects funded by agencies such as the National Natural Science Foundation of China, the National Key R&D Program, and China Three Gorges Corporation, receiving over 15 million RMB in research support.

📖Publications

 Water level fluctuations shape phytoplankton community in the Xiangxi Bay from Three Gorges Reservoir
  • Authors: L. Fang, W. Mi, Y. Li, X. Ai, Y. Bi
    Journal: Journal of Environmental Sciences (China)
    Year: 2025
 Photodegradation mechanism of organic contaminants mediated by chlorinated algal organic matter
  • Authors: X. Wan, C. Yu, Y. Zhao, C. Liu, Y. Bi
    Journal: Water Research
    Year: 2025
Sll1725, an ABC transporter in Synechocystis sp. PCC 6803 for the detoxification of cadmium ion stress
  • Authors: G. Ruan, C. Liu, G. Song, B. Hu, Y. Bi
    Journal: Ecotoxicology and Environmental Safety
    Year: 2025
A coupled hydraulic-ecological model for simulating periphytic algal detachment in water delivery canals
  • Authors: M. Yang, G. Guan, Y. Bi, Y. Zhu, K. Wang
    Journal: Journal of Environmental Management
    Year: 2025
 Effects of flushing flow on periphytic algal community at different colonization stages
  • Authors: M. Yang, Y. Bi, S. Duan, G. Guan, Y. Zhu
    Journal: Hydrobiologia
    Year: 2025

 

Rattan Lal | Soil Science | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Rattan Lal | Soil Science | Best Researcher Award

The Ohio State University | United States

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🎓 Education

Dr. Lal earned his B.Sc. in Agriculture (1963) from PAU, India, followed by an M.Sc. in Soils (1965) from IARI, New Delhi. He completed his Ph.D. in Soils (1968) at The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH, USA. He has received multiple honorary doctorates from globally recognized institutions, underscoring his academic impact.

💼 Professional Experience

Dr. Lal has served in numerous high-impact roles, including Director of the Carbon Management and Sequestration Center (OSU), Chair of the Scientific Advisory Board for the U.S. Department of Defense (2023–2024), and Member of the Board for International Food and Agricultural Development (BIFAD, 2022–2025). He has held academic and research positions across continents—India, Australia, Nigeria, Germany, and the USA. He is also affiliated with institutions such as the UNCCD, IUSS, and IFDC and continues to influence global soil and environmental policy through advisory roles.

🏛️ Academic and Scientific Citations

Dr. Lal has been Editor-in-Chief of Advances in Soil Science, Encyclopedia of Soil Science, and Soil & Tillage Research. He has authored or co-authored thousands of scientific papers and reports, contributing to major IPCC assessments and global initiatives like “4 per Thousand.” His citation metrics place him among the top-ranked agricultural scientists globally.

🧪 Technical Skills

Expertise in soil physics, carbon sequestration, climate change mitigation, sustainable land management, agroecology, and nutrient cycling. He is proficient in both field and lab-based methodologies, modeling carbon fluxes, and advising on large-scale environmental assessments.

🎓 Teaching Experience

A lifelong educator, Dr. Lal has taught soil science at The Ohio State University since 1989, mentoring countless graduate students and researchers worldwide. He has served as an Adjunct Professor at several institutions, including the Indian Agricultural Research Institute and the University of Iceland, influencing agricultural education across borders.

🔬 Research Interests

Dr. Lal’s research spans soil health, soil carbon dynamics, climate change adaptation and mitigation, food security, ecosystem restoration, and sustainable agriculture. His interdisciplinary approach connects soil science with climate resilience, human health, and global development.

📖Publications

INTEGRATION OF COMPOST WITH MINERAL NPK FERTILIZERS FOR IMPROVING WHEAT YIELD AND SOIL HEALTH
  • Authors: Abdul A. Basir, Sikandar S. Iqbal, Muhammad M. Adnan, Zeki Z. Erden, Ayman El A.E. Sabagh

  • Journal: Pakistan Journal of Botany

  • Year: 2025

No-till systems restore soil organic carbon stock in Brazilian biomes and contribute to the climate solution
  • Authors: João Carlos De Moraes J.C.D.M. Sá, Rattan A. R.A. Lal, Klaus E. K.E. Lorenz, Daniel Ruiz Potma D.R.P. Gonçalves, Jeankleber J. Bortoluzzi

  • Journal: Science of the Total Environment

  • Year: 2025

Soil organic carbon stock for carbon credit in smallholder farms
  • Authors: Toru T. Nakajima, Fune F. Mizumoto, Mei M. Akiyama, Carla C. Gavilán, Rattan A. R.A. Lal

  • Journal: Agrosystems, Geosciences and Environment

  • Year: 2025

Restoring Soil Organic Matter Content for Managing Soil Health in Africa’s Agroecoregions
  • Author: Rattan A. R.A. Lal

  • Journal: Egyptian Journal of Soil Science

  • Year: 2025

Effects of biochar and cover crops on physical properties of two soils in Ohio
  • Authors: Sandhya S. Karki, Raj Kumar R.K. Shrestha, Rattan A. R.A. Lal, Klaus E. K.E. Lorenz, Laura E. L.E. Lindsey

  • Journal: Soil Science Society of America Journal

  • Year: 2025

Madhusmita Sahu | Medicinal Plants | Young Researcher Award

Ms. Madhusmita Sahu | Medicinal Plants | Young Researcher Award

SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Delhi-NCR Campu | India

Author Profile

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👩‍🔬 Professional Summary

Ms. Madhusmita Sahu is an experienced academician and researcher in the field of Pharmacology, currently working as an Associate Professor at MET Faculty of Pharmacy, Moradabad, Uttar Pradesh. With over 11 years of teaching and research experience, she has developed expertise in bioanalysis, phytochemistry, and pharmacological screening of natural compounds. She is also serving as an Editorial Board Member of the Journal of Bioanalysis & Biomedicine (Hilaris Publishers). Her work is widely recognized through 29 international publications and five published patents. Known for her methodical research and dedication to pharmaceutical education, she has significantly contributed to both academic and clinical research domains.

🎓 Education

Ms. Sahu is currently pursuing her Ph.D. in Pharmacology at SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Delhi-NCR Campus, where she began her doctoral work in 2022 (Coursework CGPA: 7.72). She completed her M.Pharmacy in Pharmacology from Roland Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Berhampur, affiliated with BPUT, Odisha, in 2011 with an impressive CGPA of 9.10. Her B.Pharmacy degree was obtained from the College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Mohuda, Berhampur in 2009 with a CGPA of 7.78. Her early education includes H.S.C. and Higher Secondary studies from Odisha boards, where she developed her foundational knowledge in the sciences.

💼 Professional Experience

Over the years, Ms. Sahu has served in various academic roles, beginning her career as an Assistant Professor at Yalamarty Pharmacy College, Visakhapatnam (2011–2014). She then moved to MNR College of Pharmacy, Telangana (2014–2017), and MLR Institute of Pharmacy, Hyderabad (2017–2019). Her role as an Associate Professor at Arka Jain University, Jharkhand (2021–2022) allowed her to deepen her academic and administrative responsibilities. She also served briefly at SRM IST, Delhi-NCR Campus and Meerut Institute of Engineering and Technology. Since June 2023, she has been contributing actively to teaching and research at MET Faculty of Pharmacy, Moradabad.

📚 Academic Contributions

Ms. Sahu has authored and co-authored 29 international research papers, many of which are published in SCIE and PubMed-indexed journals like Springer, Wiley, and Elsevier. Her research contributions cover pharmacokinetics, HPLC and LC-MS/MS method development, herbal drug formulations, and in-silico studies. She has also guided 9 undergraduate and 3 postgraduate students, providing mentorship and research support. Her recent publication in Journal of Mass Spectrometry highlights her ongoing contribution to the field of wound healing and phytochemical analysis.

🛠️ Technical Skills

Ms. Sahu is proficient in using various laboratory and analytical instruments such as HPLC, UV-Visible Spectrophotometer, and Auto Analyzer. In addition to her laboratory skills, she is well-versed in Microsoft Office tools like MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, enabling her to present and document research effectively.

👩‍🏫 Teaching Experience

With over 11 years of teaching experience, Ms. Sahu has taught undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Pharmacology, Pharmaceutical Analysis, and Pharmacognosy. She is known for integrating hands-on research experience into her classroom teaching, creating a practical and application-oriented learning environment for students. Her supervision of UG and PG student research projects reflects her commitment to academic mentorship and holistic education.

🔬 Research Interests

Ms. Sahu’s research interests lie in the domains of phytochemistry, herbal pharmacology, analytical method development using HPLC and LC-MS/MS, in-vitro and in-silico studies, and bioanalytical drug estimation in plasma. She is especially focused on investigating natural products for therapeutic potential in areas such as diabetes, wound healing, and cancer.

📖Publications

A NOVEL ORGANIC HERBAL COMPOSITION FOR THE TREATMENT OF MUCORMYCOSIS IN IMMUNOCOMPROMISED PATIENTS
  • Application No. 202311014276
  • The Patent Office Journal No. 11/2023 Dated 17/03/2023
  • Date of filing of Application: 03/03/2023
  • Publication Date: 17/03/2023
CHARACTERIZATION OF SOME ESSENTIAL FLAVONOIDS AND OTHER PHYTOCHEMICAL CONSTITUENTS OF ETHANOLIC EXTRACT OF CORDIA MYXA LEAVES USING SOPHISTICATED ANALYTICAL TECHNIQUES
  • Application No. 202311041325 A
  • The Patent Office Journal No. 29/2023 Dated 21/07/2023
  • Date of filing of Application: 17/06/2023
  • Publication date: 21/07/2023
 CHARACTERIZATION OF SOME ESSENTIAL PHYTOCHEMICAL CONSTITUENTS OF METHANOLIC EXTRACT OF GLYCINE MAX SEEDS USING SOPHISTICATED ANALYTICAL TECHNIQUES
  • Application No. 202311042511 A
  • The Patent Office Journal No. 29/2023 Dated 21/07/2023
  • Date of filing of Application: 25/06/2023
  • Publication date: 21/07/2023
METHOD FOR SYNTHESIZING FEW NOVEL ARYL DIAZENYL DERIVATIVES OF INDOLE AND THEIR IN-SILICO INVESTIGATION
  • Application No. 202331053968
  • The Patent Office Journal No. : 13/2023 dated
  • Date of filing of Application: 11/08/2023
  • Publication date: 13/10/2023
THERMOSTAT STUDENT ORGAN BATH FOR MONITORING TISSUE ACTIVITY
  • Application No. 406183-001
  • Design Grant
  • Date of filing of Application: 31/01/2024