Wenceslao Medina | Andean crops | Best Researcher Award

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Dr Wenceslao Medina | Andean crops | Best Researcher Award

Docente Principal at Universidad Nacional del Altiplano de Puno, Peru

Wenceslao T. Medina Espinoza is a highly accomplished researcher and academic based in Puno, Peru. Holding a Doctorate in Engineering Sciences from the Pontificia Universidad Catolica de Chile, he specializes in physical food properties, food microstructure, and food image analysis, particularly focused on Andean crops. Dr. Medina has made significant contributions to the field of food science and technology.

 

Publication Profile:🌟👨‍🎓

🎓 Education:

  • Ph.D. in Engineering Sciences, Pontificia Universidad Catolica de Chile, 2011
  • M.Sc. in Agricultural Engineering, Universidad de Concepcion, 2001
  • B.Sc. in Food Industrial Engineering, Universidad Nacional Agraria La Molina, 1991

🔍 Research Interests:

Physical food properties, food microstructure, food image analysis, andean crops, food structure design, food extrusion, food matrices design.

👨‍🏫 Professional Experience:

  • VP for Research, Universidad Nacional del Altiplano de Puno, 2015-2020
  • Principal Lecturer, Dept. of Agroindustries, Universidad Nacional del Altiplano de Puno, since 2002
  • Associate Lecturer, Dept. of Agroindustries, Universidad Nacional del Altiplano de Puno, 1994-2002

🏆 Honors/Awards:

  • Doctoral Fellowship from CONICYT, Chile.
  • Support Doctoral Thesis Fellowship from CONICYT.

👩‍🔬 Research Focus:

Dr. Wenceslao T. Medina Espinoza’s extensive research spans diverse areas within food science and technology. His expertise includes the effect of formulation on the fluffiness and volume of commercial cake premixes, as well as the design and characterization of novel food analogues like “cañihuarice.” Driven by a passion for innovation, he explores uniaxial compression curve fractal dimensions in identifying Cañihua grain cultivars and delves into morphologic and agronomic characterization of Andean crops. From microparticle properties to water activity modeling and geographical provenance identification, his research contributes significantly to advancing the understanding and application of various food-related phenomena. 🌾🍰🌐

Citations:

  • Citations: 122
  • Documents: 117
  • h-index: 6

The h-index is a measure of both the productivity and impact of a researcher’s work. In this context, the researcher has an h-index of 6, indicating that they have published at least 6 papers, each of which has been cited at least 6 times. These metrics provide insights into the researcher’s influence and contribution to their field of study.

Publications Top Notes:
  1. Feasibility of using spectral profiles for modeling water activity in white quinoa grains
    • Authors: Castro, W., Prieto, J.M., Guerra, R., Acevedo-Juárez, B., Avila-George, H.
    • Journal: Journal of Food Engineering, 2018, 238, pp. 95–102
    • Citations: 11
  2. Properties of microparticles from a whey protein isolate/alginate emulsion gel
    • Authors: Leon, A.M., Medina, W.T., Park, D.J., Aguilera, J.M.
    • Journal: Food Science and Technology International, 2018, 24(5), pp. 414–423
    • Citations: 20
  3. Mechanical properties of whey protein/Na alginate gel microparticles
    • Authors: Leon, A.M., Medina, W.T., Park, D.J., Aguilera, J.M.
    • Journal: Journal of Food Engineering, 2016, 188, pp. 1–7
    • Citations: 27
  4. Changes on image texture features of breakfast flakes cereals during water absorption
    • Authors: Medina, W.T., Quevedo, R.A., Aguilera, J.M.
    • Journal: Food Science and Technology International, 2013, 19(1), pp. 45–57
    • Citations: 7
  5. Physical Properties and Microstructural Changes during Soaking of Individual Corn and Quinoa Breakfast Flakes
    • Authors: Medina, W.T., de la Llera, A.A., Condori, J.L., Aguilera, J.M.
    • Journal: Journal of Food Science, 2011, 76(3)
    • Citations: 6
  6. Uptake of tritiated liquids by individual breakfast cereal flakes
    • Authors: Medina, W.T., Laurent, S., Brandan, E., Aguilera, J.M.
    • Journal: Journal of Food Science, 2010, 75(3)
    • Citations: 2
  7. Study on image analysis application for identification Quinoa seeds geographical provenance
    • Authors: Medina, W., Skurtys, O., Aguilera, J.M.
    • Journal: LWT, 2010, 43(2), pp. 238–246
    • Citations: 47

 

Mercy Rugendo | Farmers | Young Scientist Award

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Ms Mercy Rugendo | Farmers | Young Scientist Award

 Masters Student at University of Embu, Kenya

Mercy Kangai Rugendo is a dedicated environmentalist and conservationist from Magumoni, Chuka, Kenya. Born in 1994, she pursued her education with a focus on environmental protection and conservation. In 2015, Mercy completed her Bachelor of Science in Environmental Conservation and Natural Resource Management at the University of Embu. Her coursework covered a diverse range of subjects, including environmental auditing, remote sensing, ecological laboratory techniques, and wildlife management.

 

Publication Profile:🌟👨‍🎓

📚 Education:

  • Bachelor of Science in Environmental Conservation and Natural Resource Management
    • University of Embu, Kenya
    • Fields of Study: Environmental Auditing, Remote Sensing, Environmental Impact Assessment, and more.
    • Graduated: April 2019
  • Certificate of Secondary Education
    • Njuri High School, Chuka
    • Graduated: November 2014

💼 Work Experience:

  • Administrative Assistant in the Vice-Chancellor’s Office
    • University of Embu
    • July 2021 to Present
  • Masters Student – Vliruos Project
    • March 2021 to Present
    • Project implementation, compliance, reporting, and organizing workshops.
  • Intern in the Registrar Vice-Chancellor’s Office
    • University of Embu
    • October 2020 to June 2021
  • Intern in the School of Agriculture
    • University of Embu
    • October 2019 to October 2020
  • Attachee, County Government of Embu
    • Ministry of Environment, Irrigation, and Natural Resources
    • May 2018 to August 2018

👩‍🔬 Research Focus:

Mercy Kangai Rugendo, an accomplished environmentalist, channels her passion for conservation into impactful community initiatives. Through active participation in tree planting, blood donation drives, and donations to children’s homes and prisons, she exemplifies a commitment to social responsibility. As a representative of the University of Embu on World Environmental Day, Mercy showcases her dedication to environmental advocacy. Her involvement in organizing the Embu town clean-up reflects a hands-on approach to fostering a cleaner, greener community. Through diverse community engagements, she consistently promotes sustainable practices, making her a valuable advocate for both environmental and societal well-being. 🌱🌍

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Paula Paredes | Farm Management Award | Best Researcher Award

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Assist Prof Dr  Paula Paredes | Farm Management | Best Researcher Award

Professor at  Instituto Superior de Agronomia, Universidade de Lisboa, Portugal

Paula Paredes is an Assistant Professor at the Instituto Superior de Agronomia, University of Lisbon, and a Postdoctoral researcher at the LEAF Research Center, TERRA Associated Laboratory. Born on September 8, 1972, in Portugal, she holds a Ph.D. in Biosystems Engineering, an M.Sc. in Tropical Agriculture, and an Agronomy Engineering degree.

 

Publication Profile:🌟👨‍🎓

📚 Education and Training:

  • PhD in Biosystems Engineering (2014) – Instituto Superior de Agronomia, Technical University of Lisbon, Portugal.
  • MSc in Tropical Agriculture (2008) – Instituto Superior de Agronomia.
  • Agronomy Engineering degree (1998) – Instituto Superior de Agronomia.

👩‍🏫 Professional Journey:

  • Assistant Professor since February 2019.
  • Postdoctoral researcher at LEAF, Instituto Superior de Agronomia (2015-2019).
  • CEO of IrrigAcqua, Management, Innovation & Consulting SA (2015-2016).
  • Invited Auxiliary Professor at Escola Superior Agrária de Elvas (2017-2018).
  • Founding partner of IrrigAcqua (2014).

🌍 Work Experience:

  • Diverse roles at CEER-Biosystems Engineering, Instituto Superior de Agronomia.
  • Researcher at CEER, Biosystems Engineering (2014-2015).
  • CEO of IrrigAcqua, contributing to management and innovation in 2015-2016.
  • Administrative roles supporting engineering initiatives and conferences.

👩‍🔬 Research Focus:

Paula Paredes has dedicated her research efforts to advance sustainable agriculture, particularly in the domain of irrigation and water management. Her work spans various crucial aspects:

  1. Cotton Irrigation in Central Asia: Developed and validated models for cotton irrigation scheduling, considering groundwater contribution (IF – 0.480).
  2. Water Scarcity Strategies for Cotton in Central Asia: Explored irrigation scheduling strategies for cotton to address water scarcity in the Fergana Valley (IF – 2.016).
  3. Soil Water Balance Simulation for Wheat: Applied daily weather forecast messages to estimate reference evapotranspiration for wheat (IF – 2.462).
  4. Energy Performances and Water Productivity: Explored the relationship between energy performances and water productivity for sprinkler-irrigated maize, wheat, and sunflower (IF – 1.241).
  5. Dual Crop Coefficient Modeling: Implemented and tested the dual crop coefficient approach in interactive software for various crops, including winter wheat-summer maize sequences in North China Plain (IF range: 2.203 – 2.843).

Paula’s work significantly contributes to enhancing agricultural practices, ensuring efficient water use, and addressing challenges posed by water scarcity. 🌱🚜

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Harun Gitari | Crop Production | Best Researcher Award

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Dr Harun Gitari | Crop Production | Best Researcher Award

Lecturer at  Kenyatta University, Kenya

Dr. Harun Ireri Gitari is a Lecturer in the Department of Agricultural Science and Technology at Kenyatta University. With a strong background in Soil Science and Agronomy, Dr. Gitari holds a PhD in Soil Science from the University of Nairobi, awarded in 2018. His research interests include soil fertility management, crop water productivity, and multiple cropping systems.

 

Publication Profile:🌟👨‍🎓

🎓 Academic Background:

PhD in Soil Science, University of Nairobi (2018). MSc in Integrated Soil Fertility Management, Kenyatta University (2013). BSc in Agriculture-Soil Science, University of Nairobi (2009)

🔍 Research Interests:

  • Soil fertility management
  • Crop water productivity
  • Multiple cropping systems

👨‍🏫 Professional Experience:

Full-time Lecturer at Kenyatta University since January 2020. Previously worked with the University of Nairobi/International Potato Center. Agronomist at Crop Nutrition Laboratory Services Limited.

📅 Major Achievements (Since 2020):

Published 60 research articles in peer-reviewed journals and 4 book chapters. Presented five papers at international conferences. Successfully supervised 9 MSc students to completion.

 

Research Focus:

🌱 Dr. Harun Ireri Gitari is a distinguished researcher with a primary focus on Soil Science and Agronomy. His recent publications span a diverse range of topics, showcasing his expertise: 🌐 GIS-AHP Based Approach in Land Evaluation: Emphasizes land suitability for Sunflower production, advancing precision agriculture.  🌾 Interactive Effects of Zai Pits and Conventional Practices: Explores soil physicochemical properties through innovative agricultural practices. 🦒 Effect of Extreme Drought on Reticulated Giraffe Population: Investigates ecological impacts in Northeastern Kenya. 🌍 Cultivating Sustainability through Intercropping: Comprehensive review addressing climate change impacts on intercropping systems. 🌾 Revitalizing Biochemical Soil Properties with Prosopis juliflora Biochar: Focuses on soil restoration in degraded Coastal areas.  🌾 Effect of Crop Combination on Yield Performance: Examines the advantages of cereal/legume intercropping systems.  🌻 Land Degradation in Sunflower Production: Highlights the role of GIS in addressing key constraints.  🧬 Efficiency of Molecular Markers in Assessing Genetic Diversity: Evaluates RAPD and SSR markers in summer onion genotypes. 🌽 Enhancing Rainwater Use Efficiency in Maize Cultivation: Investigates strategies for improved rain-fed maize production. Dr. Gitari’s research spans environmental sustainability, agriculture, and biodiversity conservation, making significant contributions to scientific knowledge. 🌍🔬

 

Citations:

📚 Citation Metrics for Dr. Harun Ireri Gitari

🔍 All-Time:

  • Citations: 2064
  • h-index: 25
  • i10-index: 48

📅 Since 2019:

  • Citations: 2036
  • h-index: 25
  • i10-index: 47

Dr. Harun Ireri Gitari’s impactful research has garnered over 2000 citations, reflecting the significance and influence of his contributions in the academic community. 📊🔬

 

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Joseph Hella | Small farmers

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Assoc Prof Dr Joseph Hella: Leading Researcher in Small farmers
Associate Professor at  Sokoine University of Agriculture, Tanzania

🌱🍲Dr. Joseph Philip HELLA, a Tanzanian national, was born in Mahenge – Morogoro, Tanzania. He holds a Ph.D. in Agricultural Economics and Natural Resource Management from the University of Gent (Belgium), awarded in December 2002. Prior to his doctoral studies, he earned an M.Sc. in Agricultural Economics from Sokoine University (Tanzania) in August 1992 and a B.Sc. in Agricultural Rural Economy in November 1987.Prof. HELLA has been associated with Sokoine University of Agriculture since October 1994, where he currently serves as an Associate Professor in Agricultural Economics & Agribusiness. His academic responsibilities include teaching Agribusiness project planning, Farm Management and Accounts, Research Methods, and Natural Resource Economics to both undergraduate and postgraduate students.📘

Publication Profile:🌟👨‍🎓

 

🎓 Academic Qualifications:
  • PhD: University of Gent (Belgium) – Dec. 2002 (Agricultural Econ & Natural Resource)
  • MSc: Sokoine University (Tanzania) – Aug. 1992 (Agricultural Economics – Marketing)
  • B.Sc: Sokoine University (Tanzania) – Nov 1987 (Agric. – Rural Economy.)
  • Diploma: MATI Mlingano (Tanzania & Holland) – June 1982 (Farm Management)
👨‍🏫 Current Post at Sokoine University of Agriculture:

Academic: Associate Professor, Agricultural Economics & Agribusiness. Non-Academic Roles: Member Editorial Board – Eastern and Southern Africa Journal of Agricultural Economics & Development. Chairperson – Research and Publication Committee of the School of Agricultural Economics and Business Studies (SAEB)

📚 Teaching Experience:

Farm Management Economics, Agriculture Education, Extension, and more. Specialization in Agribusiness Project Planning, Farm Management, and Accounts. Teaching at Sokoine University since Nov 1994.

🔬 Research Experience:

Diverse research projects, including cowpea improvement, sustainable agriculture, and climate-smart practices. External Examiner for various universities.

👨‍💼 Employment Record:

Ministry of Agriculture (1982-1984). Tanganyika Wattle Company (1988-1992). Tanzania Nutfields Limited (1992-1993). Institute of Rural Development and Planning (1993-1994). Sokoine University of Agriculture (1994 – Present)

🌱 Consultancy Experience:

Mid Term Review for Climate Resilient Agribusiness for Tomorrow (CRAFT) project (2022). Cost-Benefit Analysis of Irrigation for High-Value Crops at Farm For the Future (FFF) Tanzania Ltd (2020). Rapid mapping of access berries to marketing value chain for Consumption of Resilient Orphan Crop Products for Healthier Diets (CROPS4HD) (2021). Social Economic and Market Analysis in selected districts in Tanzania (2018-19). Rapid market assessment of cashewnut crop along the value chain in Tanzania (2019). Feasibility And Action Planning For QDS Support Systems In Tanzania (TOAM Dar es Salaam, Tanzania). Review of FAO activities in Tanzania focusing on Climate change and environment (2016)

🌱 Research & Supervision:

Current projects include cowpea improvement, access to seeds, sustainable agriculture, and more. Supervision of numerous MSc and PhD students in various agricultural and economic topics. This curriculum vitae showcases a rich academic and professional journey, blending teaching, research, and consultancy seamlessly. Dr. Hella’s contributions span various fields, from sustainable agriculture to climate resilience, making a significant impact in Tanzania and beyond.

🌱 Research Focus:

Dr. Hella’s research spans the realms of sustainable agriculture and climate resilience, addressing crucial issues in Ethiopia, Malawi, and Tanzania. His work explores the intricate dynamics of seed systems development, navigating diverse expectations for improved food security. In the Southern Highland Zone of Tanzania, he delves into the tangible benefits of combining Climate Smart Agriculture practices, showcasing evidence of enhanced food security.🌱🌾

 

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AgriSolutions Leadership Excellence Award

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Introduction of AgriSolutions Leadership Excellence Award

Welcome to the AgriSolutions Leadership Excellence Award—an esteemed recognition celebrating pioneers in the agricultural sector. This award aims to honor individuals who have demonstrated outstanding leadership, innovation, and impact in the field of agribusiness.

Award Eligibility:

Open to visionaries in the agricultural sector, the AgriSolutions Leadership Excellence Award has no age limits. Eligible candidates should possess a strong educational background, a proven track record of achievements, and a commitment to advancing agricultural practices.

Qualifications and Publications:

Candidates are required to showcase a high level of expertise in agribusiness, supported by relevant qualifications. Publications, research, and contributions to the agricultural domain will be considered as valuable indicators of a candidate’s eligibility.

Recurrence and Evaluation Criteria:

The award is an annual event. The evaluation process considers factors such as leadership, innovation, sustainability, and overall impact on the agricultural community.

Submission Guidelines:

Candidates must adhere to the submission guidelines, including a comprehensive biography, an abstract highlighting their contributions, and supporting files that demonstrate their achievements in the agricultural sector.

Recognition and Community Impact:

Recipients of the AgriSolutions Leadership Excellence Award will gain industry-wide recognition for their exceptional contributions. The award emphasizes the importance of community impact, acknowledging individuals who have made a significant difference in the agricultural community.

Biography and Abstract:

The biography should provide a detailed overview of the candidate’s professional journey, while the abstract should succinctly capture the essence of their impactful work in agribusiness.

Submission of Supporting Files:

Candidates are encouraged to submit relevant files showcasing their achievements, innovations, and contributions to the agricultural sector.