Prof. Dr. Tropical Agriculture | Breakthrough Research Award

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Dr. Alan Mario Zuffo’s pioneering research in tropical agriculture, focusing on crop physiology, plant nutrition, and stress tolerance, has led to significant advancements in sustainable farming practices. His extensive work on major crops like soybeans, maize, and rice, particularly in understanding their responses to abiotic stresses such as drought and salinity, has provided valuable insights for improving crop resilience. With over 250 peer-reviewed publications and leadership roles in academic journals, Dr. Zuffo’s contributions have had a profound impact on agricultural science. His commitment to education and mentorship further underscores his dedication to advancing the field.​

 Education 

• Ph.D. in Agronomy (Crop Science), Federal University of Lavras (UFLA), 2016

  • Dissertation: Applications of Azospirillum brasilense in soybean cultivation

• M.Sc. in Agronomy, Federal University of Piauí (UFPI), 2013

  • Thesis: Drought tolerance and mineral nutrition in glyphosate-treated soybean cultivars

• B.Sc. in Agronomy, State University of Mato Grosso (UNEMAT), 2010

  • Thesis: Herbicide selectivity at different development stages in upland rice

• Postdoctoral Research, State University of Mato Grosso do Sul (UEMS), 2018

  • Focus: Advanced studies in crop physiology and sustainable agriculture

   Professional Experience

• Adjunct Professor II, Department of Agronomy, State University of Maranhão (UEMA), Balsas Campus

• Permanent Professor, Graduate Program in Sustainable Agriculture and Food Security (PPGASSA), State University of the Tocantina Region of Maranhão (UEMASUL)

• Permanent Professor, Graduate Program in Agricultural Sciences (PPGCA), Federal University of Piauí (UFPI)

• Editor-in-Chief, Pantanal Editora and Trends in Agricultural and Environmental Sciences

• Visiting Professor, Federal University of Mato Grosso do Sul (UFMS), Chapadão do Sul Campus (2018–2020)

 Awards and Recognition 

• Editor-in-Chief of leading agricultural journals, contributing to the dissemination of scientific knowledge

• Authored and co-authored over 250 peer-reviewed articles in national and international journals

• Organized 93 e-books and contributed to 53 book chapters, reflecting a commitment to academic excellence

• Recognized for significant contributions to the fields of crop physiology, plant nutrition, and sustainable agriculture

• Active member of various academic and research committees, influencing agricultural policies and practices

Research skills On Agriculture 

• Crop Physiology: Expertise in understanding plant responses to abiotic stresses, including drought, salinity, and aluminum toxicity

• Plant Nutrition: In-depth knowledge of mineral nutrition and its impact on crop yield and quality

• Herbicide Management: Research on the effects of herbicides on crop development and strategies for sustainable weed control

• Seed Technology: Studies on seed production, quality, and germination under various environmental conditions

• Experimental Design: Proficient in planning and analyzing agricultural experiments to derive meaningful conclusions

Publications

Multivariate Adaptability of Tropical Wheat Cultivars to Drought and Salinity Stresses

• Authors: Alan Mario Zuffo, Jorge González Aguilera, Francisco Charles dos Santos Silva, N. Linares-Gutiérrez, Luis Fortunato Morales-Aranibar
  Journal: Plants
  Year: 2025

Enhancing off-season maize production through tailored nitrogen management and advanced cultivar selection techniques

• Authors: Bruno Rodrigues De Oliveira, Rafael Felippe Ratke, Fábio Steiner, Luciano Façanha Marques, Alan Mario Zuffo
  Journal: Agricultural Systems
  Year: 2025

Phenology and production of guava cultivars, using two methods of vegetative propagation, subjected to fruiting pruning times in the Brazilian Semiarid

• Authors: Júlio Ferreira De Souza Filho, Gustavo Alves Pereira, Jenilton Gomes da Cunha, Wéverson Lima Fonseca, Alan Mario Zuffo
  Journal: Revista Brasileira de Geografia Física
  Year: 2025

Metarhizium mendonceae sp. nov.: An important biological control agent for insect pests

• Authors: Jayara Dayany da Costa Silva, Paulo Roberto Ramalho E. Silva, Solange Maria França, Hamada R. Abdelgawad, Maruzanete Pereira de Melo
  Journal: PLoS ONE
  Year: 2025

Effects of 60 Hz Non-Uniform Electromagnetic Fields on Tomato (cv L-05) Seed Germination, Photosynthesis and Seedling Growth Under Salt Stress Conditions

• Authors: Elizabeth Isaac Alemán, Rangel Sierra Díaz, Albys Ferrer Dubois, Alan Mario Zuffo, Fábio Steiner
  Journal: Bioelectromagnetics
  Year: 2025