Michael Omodara | Sustainable Agriculture | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Michael Omodara | Sustainable Agriculture | Research Excellence Award

Nigerian Stored Products Research Institute | Nigeria

Dr. Michael Ayodele Omodara is an accomplished researcher in biosystems and agricultural engineering, currently serving as Assistant Director and Head of Postharvest Engineering Research at the Nigerian Stored Products Research Institute. He earned his Ph.D. from the University of Kentucky, with earlier degrees from the University of Ilorin. With extensive experience in research, consultancy, and leadership, he has contributed to advancing postharvest technologies and food systems. His research focuses on grain storage, cold chain systems, and sustainable agricultural engineering solutions. A recipient of multiple awards and fellowships, he continues to drive innovation in postharvest management and food security.

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Khabibjon Kushiev | Sustainable Agriculture | Research Excellence Award

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Prof. Khabibjon Kushiev | Sustainable Agriculture | Research Excellence Award

Scientific Research Institute of Agrobiotechnologies and Biochemistry Gulistan State University | Uzbekistan

Kushiev Khabibjon Kh. is a Professor and Doctor of Biological Sciences, serving as Director of the Research Institute of Agrobiotechnologies and Biochemistry at Gulistan State University. His academic background includes advanced training from leading international institutions such as the University of Göttingen, Moscow State University, and Shandong Academy. With extensive experience as Vice Rector, faculty head, and research leader, he has led numerous international and national projects. His research focuses on plant biotechnology, regenerative agriculture, soil salinity restoration, and food security. He has developed innovative “Smart Fertilizer” and green technologies. His contributions include scientific publications, global collaborations, and advancing sustainable agricultural systems.

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Guodong Liu | Plant Physiology | Research Excellence Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Guodong Liu | Plant Physiology | Research Excellence Award

University of Florida | United States

Guodong Liu is an Associate Professor of Horticultural Sciences at University of Florida with extensive expertise in soil fertility and sustainable crop production. He earned his Ph.D. in Agronomy and Crop Science from Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences and holds advanced degrees in plant physiology. His academic career spans roles in the United States, China, and New Zealand, reflecting strong global research engagement. His work focuses on nutrient management, phosphorus dynamics, and climate-resilient agriculture. He holds patented innovations and has received recognition for advancing sustainable horticulture. His contributions continue to improve agricultural productivity and environmental sustainability worldwide.

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Alula Tafesse Shirko | Tropical Agriculture | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Alula Tafesse Shirko | Tropical Agriculture | Best Researcher Award

Wolaita Sodo Agricultural College | Ethiopia

Dr. Alula Tafesse Shirko is an academic and researcher affiliated with Wolaita Sodo Agricultural College, Ethiopia. He holds advanced qualifications in agricultural sciences and has developed strong expertise through years of teaching, research, and institutional service. His professional experience includes contributing to agricultural education, mentoring students, and participating in research initiatives aimed at improving sustainable farming systems. His research interests focus on crop production, soil management, and climate-resilient agriculture. Dr. Shirko has received recognition for his contributions to academic excellence and applied agricultural research. He continues to advance knowledge that supports food security and rural development in Ethiopia.

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Zemenu Awoke | Soil Fertility Management | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Zemenu Awoke | Soil Fertility Management | Best Researcher Award

Injibara University | Ethiopia

Dr. Zemenu Awoke Andualem is an Ethiopian environmental scientist, academic, and researcher specializing in natural resource and environmental management. He holds a PhD in Natural Resource and Environmental Management and multiple MSc degrees in sustainable natural resource management, GIS and remote sensing, and environment and climate change. He has extensive experience as a university lecturer, researcher, and academic administrator, with a strong background in teaching, watershed management, land use and land cover analysis, and environmental modeling. His research focuses on ecosystem services, soil erosion, watershed interventions, resettlement impacts, and climate–environment interactions. Through research, teaching, and applied environmental studies, he contributes to sustainable resource management and evidence-based environmental planning.

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Onyemaechi John Nnamani | Climate Change | Excellence in Research award

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Mr. Onyemaechi John Nnamani | Climate Change | Excellence in Research award

Federal University of Technology Akure | Nigeria

Onyemaechi John Nnamani is an academic and geospatial researcher in the Department of Surveying and Geoinformatics at the Federal University of Technology, Akure, Nigeria. He holds B.Tech and M.Tech degrees in Surveying and Geoinformatics from FUTA. Currently an Assistant Lecturer, he teaches surveying-related courses and supervises undergraduate research. His research interests span geoinformatics, remote sensing, GIS applications, land use and land cover change, urban sustainability, and climate adaptation technologies. He has published widely in reputable journals and actively participates in professional development and conferences. His contributions have earned him awards, including Lecturer of the Year, reflecting his commitment to impactful research, teaching, and sustainable 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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Asabeneh Munuyee | Forestry | Research Excellence Award

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Mr. Asabeneh Munuyee | Forestry | Research Excellence Award

Ethiopian Forestry Developmnet, Bahir Dar Center | Ethiopia

Asabeneh Alemayehu Munuyee is a senior researcher in forest economics and policy with over ten years of experience in natural capital valuation, ecosystem services, and socio-ecological systems. He holds multiple master’s degrees in geo-informatics, natural resource economics, and tropical forestry, including DAAD-funded training in Germany. Currently serving as Senior Researcher and Program Coordinator at Ethiopian Forestry Development, he leads interdisciplinary, policy-relevant research using advanced econometric and spatial methods. His research focuses on forest governance, land-use change, and sustainable value chains. Recognized through international training and scholarships, he aims to advance evidence-based forest management for 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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Marina Lopez Pozo | Plant Stress Physiology | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Marina Lopez Pozo | Plant Stress Physiology | Research Excellence Award

University of Colorado, Boulder | Spain

Dr. Marina López-Pozo is a plant ecophysiologist with a PhD in Environmental Agrobiology and over a decade of international research experience spanning Europe, the United States, and extreme environments including Antarctica. Her work integrates plant stress physiology, photosynthesis, controlled-environment agriculture, and space crop science, with leadership roles in NASA- and DOE-funded projects. She has contributed to innovative research on duckweed, plant–microbe interactions, and sustainable food systems for space and Earth. Dr. López-Pozo is an accomplished author in high-impact journals, an expert evaluator and editor, a dedicated mentor, and a recognized contributor to advancing resilient, future-ready agriculture.

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