Sito-obong Udofia | Plant Ecology | Research Excellence Award

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Ms. Sito-obong Udofia | Plant Ecology | Research Excellence Award

Hartpury University | United Kingdom

Ms. Sito-Obong Udofia is a university lecturer, researcher, and PhD candidate in Agriculture with a strong background in crop science, plant protection, and soil–plant monitoring. She holds advanced degrees in Crop Science and Agricultural Science and is currently pursuing doctoral research focused on vegetation cover and farmland sustainability. Her academic experience includes university teaching, student supervision, curriculum delivery, and international research collaboration. Her research interests span plant and soil monitoring, sustainable agriculture, crop protection, data analysis, and advanced sensing technologies. She has received competitive international scholarships, fellowships, and academic awards. Her work reflects a commitment to research-driven solutions, education, inclusivity, and sustainable agricultural development.

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Changlu Hu | Soil Science | Young Scientist Award

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Prof. Dr. Changlu Hu | Soil Science | Young Scientist Award

Northwest A&F University | China

Changlu Hu is an Associate Professor at the College of Natural Resources and Environment, Northwest A&F University. He earned his PhD in Soil Science and MSc in Plant Nutrition Science from Northwest A&F University, following a bachelor’s degree in natural resource sciences. His academic experience centers on dryland agroecosystems, with a strong focus on nitrogen and water management in cereal crops. His research integrates agronomy, soil fertility, and resource-use efficiency to enhance crop productivity while reducing environmental losses. He has led and contributed to nationally funded research projects and published extensively in high-impact journals, contributing to sustainable dryland agriculture and soil–crop system optimization.

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Galal Anis | Plant Genetics | Outstanding Scientist Award

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Prof. Galal Anis | Plant Genetics | Outstanding Scientist Award

Agriculture Research Center | Egypt

Prof. Galal Anis is a senior researcher at the Agriculture Research Center, Egypt, with extensive experience in agricultural sciences and applied research. He holds advanced degrees in agriculture-related disciplines from recognized institutions and has built a strong career in research, innovation, and academic collaboration. His work focuses on improving crop productivity, sustainable agriculture, soil and plant health, and modern farming practices. Prof. Anis has contributed to numerous research projects, peer-reviewed publications, and national agricultural programs. His scientific contributions have earned him professional recognition and awards. He remains committed to advancing agricultural sustainability and supporting evidence-based agricultural development.

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Deborah Onyancha | Sustainable Agriculture | Research Excellence Award

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Ms. Deborah Onyancha | Sustainable Agriculture | Research Excellence Award

University of Nairobi | Kenya

Deborah M. Onyancha is a Kenyan agroecosystems researcher and PhD candidate in Management of Agroecosystems and Environment at the University of Nairobi. She holds an MSc in Land and Water Management and a BSc in Agroecosystems Management. Her professional experience spans research and consultancy roles with IITA, CGIAR, ILRI, KEFRI, and environmental agencies, focusing on sustainable agricultural water management and agroecology. Her research interests include resilient agroecosystems, soil-water-biodiversity interactions, pollution mitigation, and climate adaptation in smallholder farming systems. She has received multiple fellowships and professional training awards and actively contributes to science-policy dialogue for sustainable and climate-resilient food systems.

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Sabiha Ramadani | Plant Microbiology | Plant Pathology Research Award

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Mrs. Sabiha Ramadani | Plant Microbiology | Plant Pathology Research Award

National Pingtung University of Science and Technology | Taiwan

Dr. Sabiha Ramadani is a biotechnologist and plant scientist specializing in plant disease and pest management in tropical agriculture. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Agroecotechnology with a focus on sustainable agriculture, followed by a double master’s degree in Plant Science and Biotechnology from the University of Brawijaya, Indonesia, and National Pingtung University of Science and Technology, Taiwan. Her academic experience includes internships in oil palm plantations and international agricultural cooperation programs. Her research interests encompass biological control of plant pathogens, molecular plant–microbe interactions, and agricultural biotechnology. Her peer-reviewed publications reflect her commitment to advancing sustainable crop protection and food security solutions.

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Wasiu Akande Ahmed | Plant Pathology | Excellence in Research Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Wasiu Akande Ahmed | Plant Pathology | Excellence in Research Award

Hangzhou International Innovation Institute of Beihang University | China

Dr. Ahmed Wasiu Akande is an Assistant Professor at the Hangzhou International Innovation Institute of Beihang University, China, specializing in Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS) and satellite communication. He holds a PhD and MSc in GNSS from Beihang University and advanced degrees in Electrical and Electronic Engineering from Nigeria. His academic experience includes international teaching, supervision, and extensive high-impact publications. His research interests span GNSS signal processing, UAV applications in precision agriculture, GNSS reflectometry, AI-based error mitigation, and climate-smart farming technologies. He is a recipient of multiple academic distinctions, and his work continues to advance satellite-enabled solutions for agriculture, environmental monitoring, and sustainable development.

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Albert Novas Somanje | Sustainable Agriculture | Sustainable Agriculture Innovation Award

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Dr. Albert Novas Somanje | Sustainable Agriculture | Sustainable Agriculture Innovation Award

Ministry of Agriculture | Zambia

Albert Novas Somanje is an agricultural sustainability specialist with over 18 years of experience in climate-resilient farming systems, policy engagement, and institutional capacity building. He holds a PhD in Sustainability Science from the United Nations University and advanced training in climate change and development. Currently serving as Principal Agricultural Officer in Zambia’s Ministry of Agriculture, he has led national and provincial programs in conservation agriculture, sustainable mechanization, and ecosystem restoration in collaboration with FAO, UNDP, and WFP. His research focuses on climate-smart technologies, sustainable intensification, and extension systems, with international recognition through DAAD fellowship, peer-reviewed publications, and IPCC AR6 contributions, advancing evidence-based agricultural transformation.

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Shoaib Zawar | Plant Stress Physiology | Innovations in Plant Physiology

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Mr. Shoaib Zawar | Plant Stress Physiology | Innovations in Plant Physiology

Muhammad Nawaz Shareef University of Agriculture Multan | Pakistan

Shoaib Zawar is a motivated agronomy researcher with a strong academic background in crop science and sustainable agriculture. He completed his higher education in Agronomy with a specialization in crop physiology at Muhammad Nawaz Shareef University of Agriculture, Multan, Pakistan, where his research focused on enhancing drought tolerance through seed priming and micronutrient management. Shoaib has gained hands-on research and field experience through internships at agronomic research stations and agricultural extension departments, along with advanced laboratory training in analytical techniques such as spectrophotometry, chromatography, and soil–plant analysis tools. His research interests include drought and heat stress physiology, seed priming, nutrient management, climate-smart agriculture, sustainable soil management, and yield optimization in cereal and pulse crops. He has authored and co-authored multiple peer-reviewed publications in reputed agricultural journals, addressing crop productivity, stress mitigation, and sustainable farming practices. Shoaib has actively participated in international conferences and technical workshops related to climate resilience and modern agronomy. His academic excellence has been recognized through competitive scholarships and national-level awards. With a strong commitment to research, innovation, and sustainable food systems, he aims to contribute meaningfully to agricultural development and climate-resilient crop production at both national and global levels.

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San Nyunt Nan | Sustainable Agriculture | Research Excellence Award

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Ms. San Nyunt Nan | Sustainable Agriculture | Research Excellence Award

National Taiwan University | Taiwan

Nan San Nyunt is an agricultural professional from a farming community with a strong focus on climate-smart agriculture, crop modeling, and sustainable farming practices. She earned her M.Sc. in Global Agriculture Technology and Genomic Science from National Taiwan University, where she conducted research on climate change risk assessment and adaptation strategies for potato production in Myanmar using the DSSAT model. Her bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Science from Yezin Agricultural University involved experimental work on controlling root-knot nematodes in tomato crops. Nan has extensive experience working with NGOs and international organizations, leading farmer-centered initiatives, capacity-building programs, and agricultural innovation projects. She co-founded Taungthutada (TTTD), managing projects aimed at food security, women’s empowerment in agribusiness, and improving access to innovative agricultural services. Her roles include research assistant and teaching assistant at National Taiwan University, where she focuses on crop modeling, crop rotation simulations, and research manuscript preparation. She has presented her work at international conferences and published research on the impacts of climate change on potato production. Nan’s interests include crop modeling, agronomic research, climate adaptation strategies, and sustainable agricultural value chains. She has been recognized with the NTU-SEARCA Joint Scholarship for her academic and research excellence. Nan continues to bridge research and practice to advance climate-resilient agriculture.

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Muhammad Usman | Soil Science | Editorial Board Member

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Dr. Muhammad Usman | Soil Science | Editorial Board Member

University of Agriculture Faisalabad | Pakistan

Muhammad Usman is a soil scientist and emerging environmental researcher whose work focuses on soil contamination, heavy metal dynamics, nanoparticles in agriculture, salinity tolerance, and sustainable crop production systems. He holds a PhD in Soil Science from the University of Agriculture Faisalabad, where he also earned his MSc (Hons.) and BSc (Hons.) in Agriculture with specialization in Soil Science. with publications appearing in Chemosphere, Environmental Research, Environmental Pollution, Journal of Hazardous Materials, Plants, Phyton, and Arabian Journal of Geosciences. His research contributions include investigating Cd bioavailability, biochar amendments, nano-fertilizers, salinity stress mitigation, and nutrient dynamics in major crops such as wheat, rice, maize, and lettuce. Professionally, he has served as a Teaching Assistant at the Institute of Soil and Environmental Sciences (UAF) and has industry experience as a Technical Fertilizer Advisor with FMC United Pvt. Ltd. He has attended multiple national and international trainings and received the prestigious ICOBTE-ICHMET 2023 Conference Scholarship for Junior Scientists in Germany. Usman actively contributes to scientific publishing as an editorial board member and peer reviewer. He aims to advance sustainable agriculture through innovative soil management solutions and environmentally safe technologies.

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Shaghaleh, H., Akram, T., Zia-ur-Rehman, M., Usman, M., Alhaj Hamoud, Y., Rizwan, M., Alharby, H. F., Alamri, A. M., Alharbi, B. M., & Abdulmajeed, A. M. (2025). Acid-modified biochar mitigates salt stress in maize by enhancing nutrient availability and antioxidant defense system under variable salt-affected soils. Journal of Soil Science and Plant Nutrition.

Muhammad Zia-ur-Rehman, Usman, M., Ahmed, R., Ahmad, A., Akram, T., Maqsood, A., & Aslam, H. (2025). Precision input management for reducing resource wastage and enhancing production efficiency. Agriculture Toward Net Zero Emissions.

Ali, A. A., Lamlom, S. F., El-Sorady, G., Elmahdy, A. M., Abd Elghany, S. H., Usman, M., Alamri, A., Shaghaleh, H., Alhaj Hamoud, Y., & Abdelghany, A. M. (2024). Boosting resilience and yields in water-stressed sunflower through coordinated irrigation scheduling and silica gel applications. Heliyon,.

Alhaj Hamoud, Y., Shaghaleh, H., Zia-ur-Rehman, M., Rizwan, M., Umair, M., Usman, M., Ayub, M. A., Riaz, U., Alnusairi, G. S. H., & Alghanem, S. M. S. (2024). Cadmium and lead accumulation in important food crops due to wastewater irrigation: Pollution index and health risks assessment. Heliyon.

Alhaj Hamoud, Y., Zia-ur-Rehman, M., Kakakhel, I. A. M., Usman, M., Rizwan, M., Shaghaleh, H., Mohiuddin, G., Alzahrani, Y. M., Alharby, H. F., & Alsamadany, H. (2024). Comparative effects of micron-sized silicon sources and Si nanoparticles on growth, defense system and cadmium accumulation in wheat (Triticum aestivum L.) cultivated in Cd-contaminated soil. Environmental Technology & Innovation,