Yishu Peng | Plant Biochemistry | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Yishu Peng | Plant Biochemistry | Best Researcher Award

Guizhou University | China

Author Profile

🌟 YISHU PENG: A VISIONARY IN ENVIRONMENTAL GEOCHEMISTRY AND TEA SCIENCE 

📚 EARLY ACADEMIC PURSUITS

Dr. Yishu Peng embarked on her academic journey with a Bachelor’s degree in Soil and Water Conservation from Gansu Agricultural University in 2011. Her growing interest in environmental sciences led her to pursue a Master’s degree in Environmental Science from Guizhou University, focusing on karst geological resources and environment. Driven by her passion for sustainable agricultural practices, she completed a Doctorate in Geochemistry at Guizhou University in 2018, delving deeper into soil science and its implications for environmental sustainability.

🧪 PROFESSIONAL ENDEAVORS

Since 2019, Dr. Peng has served as a Lecturer and Director of the Teaching and Research Office at Guizhou University’s College of Tea Science. With over a decade of experience in academia, she has contributed significantly to advancing geochemical research. Her expertise spans soil science, environmental pollution, and toxicology, with a special emphasis on crop nutrition and food safety in tea plants.

🔬 CONTRIBUTIONS AND RESEARCH FOCUS ON PLANT BIOCHEMISTRY

Dr. Peng’s research sheds light on the geochemical processes influencing crop elements, focusing on the interactions between soil environmental factors and plant nutrition. Her groundbreaking work on tea plants has demonstrated their ability to enrich beneficial elements like zinc while tolerating or excluding toxic heavy metals such as arsenic and cadmium. This innovative research ensures safer agricultural practices and enhances food safety.

🌍 IMPACT AND INFLUENCE

Dr. Peng’s contributions have a profound impact on sustainable agricultural development. Her work helps mitigate environmental pollution while enhancing the nutritional value of crops. Through her research, she addresses critical global challenges, bridging gaps between environmental sustainability and agricultural productivity.

📈 ACADEMIC CITATIONS AND PUBLICATIONS

Dr. Peng has an impressive citation index of 387, highlighting the global recognition of her research. She has authored 12 scientific articles in reputable journals and published 2 books with ISBN credentials. Her research outputs, covering areas like soil science, toxicology, and food safety, serve as essential references for peers worldwide.

🏅 HONORS & AWARDS

Dr. Peng has been recognized for her outstanding contributions to geochemistry and environmental science. Her dedication has earned her multiple accolades and positions her as a nominee for the Best Researcher Award.

🌐 LEGACY AND FUTURE CONTRIBUTIONS

As a leader in her field, Dr. Peng’s legacy lies in her innovative approaches to environmental challenges. Her future contributions will likely pave the way for more resilient agricultural practices and groundbreaking advancements in geochemical research.

🌠 FINAL NOTE

Dr. Yishu Peng exemplifies dedication, innovation, and leadership in geochemistry and environmental science. Her pioneering work inspires future generations, setting a benchmark for research excellence.

📑 NOTABLE PUBLICATIONS 

Distribution and Interactive Effects of Heavy Metals in Soil-Maize (Zea Mays L.) System in the Mercury Mining Area, Southwestern China”

  • Authors: Ni, Xinran; Yang, Ruidong; Xu, Yiyuan; Peng, Yishu; Zhang, Jian; Long, Jie; Yan, Huiqin
  • Journal: Bulletin of Environmental Contamination and Toxicology
  • Year: 2022

” Distribution of Mineral Elements in the Soil and in Tea Plants (Camellia Sinensis)”

  • Authors: Peng, Yishu; Jin, Tao; Yang, Ruidong; Chen, Rong; Wang, Jianxu
  • Journal: Journal of Elementology
  • Year: 2022

“Potentially Toxic Metal(loid) Distribution and Migration in the Bottom Weathering Profile of Indigenous Zinc Smelting Slag Pile in Clastic Rock Region”

  • Authors: Peng, Yishu; Yang, Ruidong; Jin, Tao; Chen, Jun; Zhang, Jian
  • Journal: PeerJ
  • Year: 2021

” Distribution, Accumulation, and Potential Risks of Heavy Metals in Soil and Tea Leaves from Geologically Different Plantations”

  • Authors: Zhang, Jian; Yang, Ruidong; Li, Yuncong C.; Peng, Yishu; Wen, Xuefeng; Ni, Xinran
  • Journal: Ecotoxicology and Environmental Safety
  • Year: 2020

 “Use of Mineral Multi-Elemental Analysis to Authenticate Geographical Origin of Different Cultivars of Tea in Guizhou, China”

  • Authors: Zhang, Jian; Yang, Ruidong; Li, Yuncong C.; Wen, Xuefeng; Peng, Yishu; Ni, Xinran
  • Journal: Journal of the Science of Food and Agriculture
  • Year: 2020

“Geographical Origin Discrimination of Pepper (Capsicum Annuum L.) Based on Multi-Elemental Concentrations Combined with Chemometrics”

  • Authors: Zhang, Jian; Yang, Ruidong; Chen, Rong; Li, Yuncong C.; Peng, Yishu; Wen, Xuefeng
  • Journal: Food Science and Biotechnology
  • Year: 2019

“Accumulation of Heavy Metals in Tea Leaves and Potential Health Risk Assessment: A Case Study from Puan County, Guizhou Province, China”

  • Authors: Zhang, J.; Yang, R.; Chen, R.; Peng, Y.; Wen, X.; Gao, L.
  • Journal: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health
  • Year: 2018

 “Distribution and Transfer of Potentially Toxic Metal(loid)s in Juncus Effusus from the Indigenous Zinc Smelting Area, Northwest Region of Guizhou Province, China”

  • Authors: Not explicitly listed in detail
  • Journal: Ecotoxicology and Environmental Safety
  • Year: 2018

Multielemental Analysis Associated with Chemometric Techniques for Geographical Origin Discrimination of Tea Leaves (Camelia Sinensis) in Guizhou Province, SW China”

  • Authors: Zhang, Jian; Yang, Ruidong; Chen, Rong; Li, Yuncong C.; Peng, Yishu; Liu, Chunlin
  • Journal: Molecules
  • Year: 2018

 “Risk Assessment for Potentially Toxic Metal(loid)s in Potatoes in the Indigenous Zinc Smelting Area of Northwestern Guizhou Province, China”

  • Authors: Yishu Peng; Ruidong Yang; Tao Jin; Jun Chen; Jian Zhang
  • Journal: Food and Chemical Toxicology
  • Year: 2018

 “Analysis of Heavy Metals in Pseudostellaria Heterophylla in Baiyi Country of Wudang District”

  • Authors: Peng, Y.; Chen, R.; Yang, R.
  • Journal: Journal of Geochemical Exploration
  • Year: 2017

 

 

Serdar TOPRAK | Soil Science | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Serdar TOPRAK | Soil Science | Best Researcher Award

Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry | Turkey

Author Profile

🌱DR. SERDAR TOPRAK – ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL LEGEND IN AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE 

📚 EARLY ACADEMIC PURSUITS

Dr. Serdar Toprak’s journey in agricultural sciences began with his undergraduate studies at Aydın Adnan Menderes University, where he majored in Soil and Plant Nutrition from 2002 to 2005. His passion for soil science and plant nutrition propelled him to pursue a Master’s Degree in the same department, earning his M.Sc. between 2006 and 2009. Later, he completed his PhD at the same institution from 2017 to 2022, focusing on the impact of organomineral fertilization on soil and crop productivity.

🧪 PROFESSIONAL ENDEAVORS

Dr. Toprak has held various important roles within Turkey’s agricultural research institutions. His career spans several positions, beginning with the Kocatepe Agricultural Research Institute from 2000 to 2002, followed by work at the District Agriculture and Forestry Directorate and the Soil and Water Resources Research Institute. From 2011 to 2014, he led projects at the Geçit Kuşağı Agricultural Research Institute, before moving to the Agricultural Production Enterprise in Söke, where he contributed to agricultural dissemination and training. Since 2024, Dr. Toprak serves at the District Directorate of Agriculture and Forestry in Kumluca, Antalya.

🔬 CONTRIBUTIONS AND RESEARCH FOCUS ON Soil Science 

Dr. Toprak has made significant contributions to agricultural science, particularly in soil fertility, plant nutrition, and fertilizer applications. His research emphasizes the relationship between phosphorus-enriched organomineral fertilizers and crop yield, particularly in wheat, chestnuts, and pomegranates. His work on sustainable agriculture includes studies on green fertilization, nutrient management, and soil pollution. He has also explored the use of reduced tillage systems and irrigation techniques in enhancing agricultural productivity.

🌍 IMPACT AND INFLUENCE

Dr. Toprak’s work has had a profound impact on agricultural practices in Turkey, helping optimize soil health and crop yield in various agricultural regions. His research is frequently cited in leading international agricultural journals, advancing the knowledge base in soil science and plant nutrition. Dr. Toprak’s efforts in training agricultural professionals and sharing knowledge through symposiums have contributed to the modernization of agriculture in Turkey.

📈 ACADEMIC CITATIONS 

Dr. Toprak has authored numerous highly cited publications in renowned journals such as Communications in Soil Science and Plant Analysis and the International Journal of Environmental Health Research. His work on phosphorus-enriched fertilization and nutrient management has provided valuable insights into the efficient use of fertilizers for crop production and environmental sustainability.

🏅 HONORS & AWARDS

  • Best Researcher Award, Aydın Adnan Menderes University, 2018
  • Outstanding Contribution to Agricultural Science, Turkish Soil Science Society, 2021
  • Excellence in Research Award, Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry of the Republic of Turkey, 2022

🌐 LEGACY AND FUTURE CONTRIBUTIONS

Dr. Toprak’s research continues to shape the future of agriculture in Turkey and beyond. His work on sustainable farming systems, soil health, and plant nutrition promises to influence future agricultural practices. His legacy will likely inspire generations of researchers dedicated to improving agricultural sustainability and addressing global challenges related to food security and environmental preservation.

🌠 FINAL NOTE

Dr. Serdar Toprak’s work in agricultural sciences demonstrates a commitment to improving soil health, optimizing crop yields, and contributing to sustainable agricultural practices. His dedication to research and teaching has solidified his position as a leading expert in the field of soil and plant nutrition.

📑 NOTABLE PUBLICATIONS 

“The seasonal changes of nutritional elements of chestnut (Castanea sativa) plant and determination of leaf sampling times”

  • Authors: S. Toprak, S. Seferoğlu
  • Journal: American Journal of Research Communication
  • Year: 2013

“Elma’nın beslenmesi üzerine demir zengin organomineral gübrelerin etkisi”

  • Author: S. Toprak
  • Journal: Uluslararası Anadolu Ziraat Mühendisliği Bilimleri Dergisi
  • Year: 2019

“Effect of Different Nitrogen Levels on Nut Yield and Some Quality Properties of Sweet Chestnut (Castanea sativa Mill.)”

  • Author: S. Toprak
  • Journal: Yuzuncu Yıl University Journal of Agricultural Sciences
  • Year: 2019

“Ecological and contamination assessment of soil in the region of coal-fired thermal power plant”

  • Authors: Ö. Ateş, K. Taşpınar, G. Yalçın, F. Kızılaslan, M.Ö. Pınar, S. Toprak, et al.
  • Journal: International Journal of Environmental Health Research
  • Year: 2023

“Balanced basic fertilization in sweet chestnut (Castanea sativa Mill.): vertical distribution of plant nutrients in different soil textures”

  • Author: S. Toprak
  • Year: 2021

“The macro and micro nutrition status of sweet chestnut (Castanea sativa Mill.) in Inegol (Bursa-Turkey)”

  • Author: S. Toprak
  • Journal: Eurasian Journal of Forest Science
  • Year: 2019

“Soil contamination, pollution indices, and ecological risk in agricultural areas of important mining region of Türkiye”

  • Authors: K. Taşpınar, Ö. Ateş, G. Yalçın, F. Kızılaslan, M.Ö. Pınar, S. Toprak, et al.
  • Journal: International Journal of Environmental Analytical Chemistry
  • Year: 2023

“The effect of potassium applications on fruit yield and some quality characteristics of sweet chestnut (Castanea sativa Mill.)”

  • Author: S. Toprak
  • Journal: International Journal of Agriculture Forestry and Life Sciences
  • Year: 2019

“Phosphorus-Enriched Organomineral Fertilizers Affect the Cation Exchange Algorithm of the Soil: A Comparative Evaluation”

  • Authors: S. Toprak, S. Seferoğlu
  • Journal: Yuzuncu Yıl University Journal of Agricultural Sciences
  • Year: 2023

“Changes in Qualitative and Quantitative Traits of Anatolian Chestnuts (Castanea sativa Mill.) Fruit Due to Balanced Macro Fertilization”

  • Authors: S. Toprak, Ö. Ateş, G. Yalçın, K. Taşpınar
  • Journal: Yuzuncu Yıl University Journal of Agricultural Sciences
  • Year: 2021