Fahim Hussain Shah | Plant Sciences | Editorial Board Member

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Dr. Fahim Hussain Shah | Plant Sciences | Editorial Board Member

Department of Plant science, Faculty of biological science Quaid-i-Azam University | Pakistan

Fahim Hussain Shah is an emerging plant scientist whose research spans plant science, mycology, plant–microbe interactions, phycology, and plant pathology, with a strong focus on fungal biodiversity and its ethnomycological significance. He holds an M.Phil in Plant Science from Quaid-i-Azam University, where he conducted extensive studies on the morpho-genetic identification and medicinal potential of wild macrofungi from Pakistan. His academic foundation also includes a Bachelor’s degree in Botany, complemented by professional teaching qualifications. Fahim has published impactful research on macrofungi, microalgae, saline-tolerant microbial strains, and fungal taxonomy, contributing significantly to biodiversity documentation and sustainable agricultural approaches. His technical expertise includes DNA extraction, PCR, phylogenetic analysis, bioinformatics, phytochemical testing, and microalgae purification. He has worked in administrative roles and actively participates in scientific conferences and workshops. As a journal reviewer, he supports the scientific community through evaluations in ethnobotany and ethnopharmacology. His research interests revolve around genomics-based crop improvement, plant–microbe interactions for stress tolerance, fungal systematics, and the application of traditional knowledge in biotechnology. Fahim aims to integrate modern molecular tools with ecological insights to advance sustainable agriculture, strengthen disease management strategies, and promote the conservation and scientific utilization of Pakistan’s rich fungal and plant biodiversity.

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Featured Publications

Shah, F. H., Azeem, M. A., Ullah, T., Mumtaz, A. S., Shah, S. A., Khan, M. B., Karunarathna, S. C., Elgorban, A. M., & Kiran, M. (2025). From wild ecosystem to the pharmaceutical use–Exploring the traditional medicine and socio-cultural heritage of macrofungi from Pakistan. New Zealand Journal of Botany.

Shah, F. H., Kiran, M., Khan, M. B., Basit, A., Elgorban, A. M., Ahmad, M., Ullah, T., Mumtaz, A. S., & Sana. (2025). Morphology and phylogeny of gasteroids and two novel hosts for Pisolithus albus (Sclerodermataceae) from Pakistan. New Zealand Journal of Botany.

Ishaq, M., Khan, M. B., Shah, F. H., Fiaz, M., & Khalid, A. N. (2024). A new species of Agaricus: Agaricus totalaiiensis in section Minores from Pakistan.

Ullah, T., Ullah, K., Saba, M., & Shah, F. H. (2023). Conocybe karakensis sp. nov. (Bolbitiaceae, Agaricales) from Pakistan. Phytotaxa.

Azeem, M. A., Shah, F. H., Ullah, A., Ali, K., Jones, D. A., Khan, M. E. H., & Ashraf, A. (2022). Biochemical characterization of halotolerant Bacillus safensis PM22 and its potential to enhance growth of maize under salinity stress. Plants,

Junkang Zhao | Nutritional epidemiology | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Junkang Zhao | Nutritional epidemiology | Best Researcher Award

Shanxi Bethune Hospital, Shanxi Academy of Medical Sciences, Third Hospital of Shanxi Medical University, Taiyuan | China

Dr. Junkang Zhao is a nutritional epidemiologist and health statistician affiliated with Shanxi Bethune Hospital, Third Hospital of Shanxi Medical University. He earned his Ph.D. in Epidemiology and Health Statistics from Shanxi Medical University in 2022. Dr. Zhao’s research primarily focuses on the application of advanced statistical methods in nutritional and medical research, with particular emphasis on dietary pattern analysis, chronic disease epidemiology, and population health. Over the course of his career, including the highly cited review “A Review of Statistical Methods for Dietary Pattern Analysis” (Nutrition Journal, 2021), and has contributed to three National Natural Science Foundation projects while leading two provincial-level research initiatives. His work has garnered significant recognition, including a third prize in a national-level competition. Dr. Zhao actively serves on multiple professional committees, including the Medical and Biostatistics Committee of the China Field Statistics Research Association, Clinical Research and Transformation Committee of the Shanxi Physicians Association, and the Clinical Trials Professional Committee of the Shanxi Anti-Cancer Association. With an H-index reflecting his impactful contributions, and numerous citations and publications to his credit, Dr. Zhao continues to advance evidence-based approaches in nutrition and health research, fostering the translation of statistical insights into clinical and public health applications.

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Featured Publications

Wang, J., Chen, S., Zhao, J., Liang, J., Gao, X., Gao, Q., He, S., & Wang, T. (2022). Association between nutrient patterns and hyperuricemia: Mediation analysis involving obesity indicators in the NHANES. BMC Public Health.

Wang, J., Chen, S., Zhao, J., Liang, J., Gao, X., Gao, Q., He, S., & Wang, T. (2022). Association between nutrient patterns and hyperuricemia: Mediation analysis involving obesity indicators for NHANES study .

Zhao, J., Guo, W., Wang, J., & Wang, T. (2022). Exploring the association of dietary patterns with the risk of hypertension using principal balances analysis and principal component analysis. Public Health Nutrition.

Zhao, J., Li, Z., Gao, Q., Zhao, H., Chen, S., Huang, L., Wang, W., & Wang, T. (2021). A review of statistical methods for dietary pattern analysis. Nutrition Journal.

Liang, J., Zhao, J. K., Wang, J. P., & Wang, T. (2020). Association between animal source foods consumption and risk of hypertension: A cohort study. European Journal of Nutrition.

Shivshankar Gunjegaonkar | Plant Hormones | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Shivshankar Gunjegaonkar | Plant Hormones | Best Researcher Award

ASPM’s K. T. Patil College of Pharmacy | India

Dr. Gunjegaonkar Shivshankar M. is an accomplished academician and researcher in Pharmacology with over 15 years of experience, including 1.5 years in industry and more than 13 years in academia. He currently serves as Associate Professor at ASPM’s K. T. Patil College of Pharmacy, Osmanabad, and has previously held leadership roles as HOD, NAAC Coordinator, IQAC Coordinator, and Academic Audit Coordinator across reputed pharmacy institutions. He earned his Ph.D. in Pharmacology from Vels University, Chennai, M. Pharm. from Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Bangalore, and B. Pharm. from Pune University. His research interests focus on pharmacological evaluation of medicinal plants, methyl jasmonate mechanisms, immunotherapy, and experimental pharmacology. Dr. Shivshankar has contributed significantly to research with 35 publications, 3 books, 5 book chapters, and 3 patents. His work has received 55 citations, an h-index of 5, and 11 Scopus-indexed documents. He has guided more than 70 students, delivered talks, and served as editorial board member for reputed journals. With 18 awards, including the Research Excellence Award (2022) and multiple recognitions for teaching and peer reviewing, Dr. Shivshankar continues to contribute actively to pharmaceutical education and research, striving to bridge traditional knowledge with modern drug discovery.

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Featured Publications

Gunjegaonkar, S. M., Sasane, D. R., Shaikh, S. A., Joshi, A. A., & Sapkale, G. N. (2024). Cefotaxime-induced allergic reaction in a 4 years old boy: Case presentation and management strategies. Indian Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmacology.

Gunjegaonkar, S. M., Nargund, S. L., Joshi, A. A., & Bhalerao, A. V. (2023). Hinokitiol attenuates LPS-induced arthritic inflammation: A preclinical perspective. In Computational intelligence for clinical diagnosis (pp. 545–561).

Gunjegaonkar, S. M., Khakal, V. R., Joshi, A. A., Nargund, S. L., Shinde, S. D., & Khan, N. S. (2022). Cardio-protective effect of Cocculus hirsutus in experimental hypertension in rats. Journal of Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine,

Shinde, S. D., Jain, P. G., Cheke, R. S., Surana, S. J., & Gunjegaonkar, S. M. (2021). Abrogation of cisplatin-induced nephrotoxicity in rats and HEK-293 cell lines by formononetin: In vivo and in vitro study. Comparative Clinical Pathology.

Gunjegaonkar, S. M., Wankhede, S. B., Shanmugarajan, T. S., & Shinde, S. D. (2020). Bioactive role of plant stress hormone methyl jasmonate against lipopolysaccharide induced arthritis. Heliyon.

Jinyue Tang | Urban Agriculture | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Jinyue Tang | Urban Agriculture | Best Researcher Award

Shanghai Jiao Tong University | China

Author Profile

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🔍 Summary

Dr. Jinyue Tang is a dynamic scholar in applied economics with strong expertise in innovation, R&D activities, and economic development strategies. With an academic trajectory rooted in finance and human geography, Tang brings interdisciplinary depth to economic research, with a growing interest in Urban Agriculture as a sustainable development model for modern cities.

🎓 Education

Jinyue Tang is currently pursuing a Doctoral Degree in Applied Economics (2020–2025) from Shanghai Jiao Tong University (QS45), having earned prestigious honors such as the National Scholarship for Doctoral Students (2024) and Outstanding Graduate of SJTU (2025). Tang holds a Bachelor’s in Human Geography from East China Normal University (2016–2020) and an Undergraduate Degree in Finance from SJTU (2018–2020).

💼 Professional Experience

Tang has contributed to several peer-reviewed publications and presented at top-tier academic conferences, collaborating with leading economists to address challenges in innovation commercialization, R&D policy, and labor-market dynamics in developing economies.

📚 Academic Cites

Jinyue Tang has authored and co-authored several impactful papers in Applied Economics Letters and Applied Geography, including studies on labor markets, digital innovation, and intercity innovation networks. Two papers were recognized as Outstanding Papers at the Shanghai Society for Science of Science conferences (2024, 2025).

🛠️ Technical Skills

  • Econometrics and Statistical Analysis (Stata, SPSS, R)

  • Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

  • Data Visualization and Urban Mapping

  • Policy Impact Analysis

👩‍🏫 Teaching Experience

Tang has been recognized as Outstanding Graduate Class Teacher (2024) and has mentored students in economics, innovation systems, and spatial economic development strategies.

🔬 Research Interests 

  • Urban Agriculture & Sustainable Urban Systems

  • Innovation Commercialization & Policy

  • R&D Investment & Allocation Efficiency

  • Spatial Economics & Intercity Collaboration

📖Publications

Exploring cooperative and competitive relations in a Chinese intercity innovation network

  • Authors: Zhang, W., Qian, Y., Tang, J., & Liu, X.*

  • Journal: Applied Geography

  • Year: 2025

Place-based policy, R&D misallocation and innovation

  • Authors: Xue, Q., Tang, J.*, & Luo, S.

  • Conference: Annual Conference of Chinese Economists Society

  • Year: 2025

Do robots sharpen labour lawsuits in developing countries? Evidence from China

  • Authors: Tang, J., Xiao, R.*, & Luo, S.

  • Journal: Applied Economics Letters

  • Year: 2024

The role of customers on digital technology innovation commercialization

  • Authors: Tang, J.*, & Luo, S.

  • Journal: Applied Economics Letters

  • Year: 2024

Contribution of China’s population age dividend and quality dividend to economic growth since the Reform and Opening Up

  • Authors: Luo, J., Tang, J.*, & Huang, C.

  • Award/Conference: Outstanding Paper at the Academic Annual Conference of the Shanghai Society for Science of Science

  • Year: 2021