Gom Dorji | Smart agriculture | Best Researcher Award

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Mr Gom Dorji | Smart agriculture | Best Researcher Award

Lecturer at  College of Science and Technology, Bhutan

Gom Dorji (born 10 March 1991) is a Bhutanese academic and researcher, currently serving as the Head of the Electrical Engineering Department at the College of Science and Technology (CST), Royal University of Bhutan, Chhukha. He is a Lecturer in the Electrical Engineering Department, where he has been a faculty member since 2015, progressively advancing from Assistant Lecturer to his current role.

Profile

Educational Background:

B.E. in Electrical Engineering (2015) from CST, Royal University of Bhutan. MSc in Electrical Engineering (2018) from Frederick University, Nicosia, Cyprus. Post Graduate Certificate in Higher Education (2019) from Samtse College of Education

Research and Fellowship:

Indian Science and Research Fellowship at IIT Mandi, India (2019-2020). Notable research includes studying local grid behavior with increased solar PV integration and harmonic analysis of wind farms.

Professional Involvement:

Member of the Electrical and Electronics Engineering Technical Committee (TC-03) at the Bhutan Standard Bureau since 2023. Involved in numerous projects funded by various grants, focusing on renewable energy, power quality, and sustainable agricultural practices.

Skills:

Expertise in higher education teaching, data analysis, technical documentation, and experimental research. Proficient in MATLAB, AUTOCAD, Openstudio, R programming, and DIALux for lighting designs.

Honors and Grants:

Recipient of several academic honors and research grants, including funding for the development of smart greenhouses and power quality assessment projects.

Research Focus: Smart agriculture

Gom Dorji’s research in smart agriculture is geared towards enhancing agricultural productivity and sustainability in temperate and alpine regions. He is leading a project focused on the development of smart greenhouses, funded by the Asia-Pacific Network for Global Change Research (APN). This project, which began in November 2021, aims to leverage advanced technologies to improve farming practices and ensure future food sustainability. The project has received significant funding of USD 54,000, highlighting its importance and potential impact.

Publications Top Notes

  • A case study on power quality analysis for 600 kW grid connected wind farm
    • Dorji, G., Zangpo, J., Pindoriya, R.M., Rajpurohit, B.S.
    • PIICON 2020 – 9th IEEE Power India International Conference, 2020, 9112867
  • A case study on PV system performance and LCOE of 15.6 kW hybrid solar PV system installed at CST
    • Dorji, G., Dawa, R., Tenzin, P., Dema, T., Zangpo, J.
    • PIICON 2020 – 9th IEEE Power India International Conference, 2020, 9112931
  • Optimization of biogas production from kitchen waste installed at college of science and technology
    • Tenzin, T., Wangdi, S., Dorji, G., Pradhan, P., Pradhan, B.
    • 2018 International Conference on Computing, Power and Communication Technologies, GUCON 2018, 2019, pp. 956–960, 8674963
  • A 302 uW CMOS temperature sensor to compensate frequency drift for an oscillator
    • Zangpo, J., Dorji, G., Guilherme, J., Horta, N.
    • IEMECON 2019 – 9th Annual Information Technology, Electromechanical Engineering and Microelectronics Conference, 2019, pp. 56–59, 8877049
  • Harmonic analysis of a 10.8 MW installed capacity wind farm in Cyprus
    • Dorji, G., Christofides, N., Polycarpou, A.
    • Proceedings – 2017 International Conference on Modern Power Systems, MPS 2017, 2017, 7974417
  • Design, modeling and simulation of low cost robust electric fence energizer in LT SPICE
    • Tenzin, N., Norbu, S., Dorji, G.
    • Proceedings of the 2017 IEEE International Conference on Communication and Signal Processing, ICCSP 2017, 2017, 2018-January, pp. 52–55

Prof Dr Pandiyan Muthaiyan | Plant Breeding | Global Food Systems Innovator Award

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Prof Dr  Pandiyan Muthaiyan | Plant Breeding | Global Food Systems Innovator Award

FORMER DEAN, PROFESSOR (PBG) AT  DR.MSS.AGRICULTURE COLLEGE AND RESEARCH INSTITUTE/ TAMIL NADU AGRICULTURAL UNIVERSITY, INDIA

Dr. M. Pandiyan, a distinguished figure in the field of Plant Breeding and Genetics, serves as the Dean at the Agricultural College and Research Institute (AC & RI), TNAU, located in Vazhavachanur, Tiruvannamalai. With a robust academic background including a Ph.D. in Plant Breeding and Genetics, Dr. Pandiyan brings over 29 years of research experience, 10 years in teaching, 29 years in extension work, and 9 years in administration to his current role.

Profile

Education:

MSc(Agri.) Ph.D. in Plant Breeding and Genetics 🎓

Experience:

  • Research: 29 years 🧪
  • Teaching: 10 years 👨‍🏫
  • Extension: 29 years 🌱
  • Administration: 9 years 💼

Achievements:

Released 17 varieties focusing on nutritional importance 🏆. Notable varieties include Blackgram, Greengram, Redgram, Gingelly, and Groundnut 🌾. Pioneered high protein, oleic acid, oil content, vitamins, and biofortified zinc and iron crops 🥜

🔍 Research Focus: Plant Breeding

Dr. M. Pandiyan’s research in Plant Breeding primarily focuses on developing high-yielding and nutritionally enriched crop varieties, especially in pulses/legumes. His work aims to enhance crop productivity, nutritional value, and adaptability to various agro-climatic conditions. Through innovative breeding techniques, Dr. Pandiyan has pioneered the development of varieties such as Blackgram-VBN 6, Greengram VRM 1, and Gingelly VRI-4, contributing significantly to agricultural sustainability and food security.

Citations:

  • All: 1149
  • Since 2019: 831

h-index:

  • All: 18
  • Since 2019: 15

i10-index:

  • All: 27
  • Since 2019: 20

Publications Top Notes

  1. “Mungbean yellow mosaic virus (MYMV): a threat to green gram (Vigna radiata) production in Asia” Authors: A Karthikeyan, VG Shobhana, M Sudha, M Raveendran, N Senthil, M. Pandiyan, et al. Published in: International Journal of Pest Management, 2014 Citations: 109
  2. “Novel Genetic Resources in the Genus Vigna Unveiled from Gene Bank Accessions” Authors: NT Takahashi Y, Somta P, Muto C, Iseki K, Naito K, Pandiyan M, Senthil Natesan Published in: PLOS ONE, 2016 Citations: 96
  3. “Interspecific hybridization of Vigna radiata x 13 wild Vigna species for developing MYMV donor” Authors: ADTJ Pandiyan M, N. Senthil, N. Ramamoorthi, AR. Muthiah, N. Tomooka Published in: Electronic Journal of Plant Breeding, 2010 Citations: 68
  4. “Inheritance of resistance to mungbean yellow mosaic virus (MYMV) in inter and intra specific crosses of mungbean (Vigna radiata)” Authors: M Sudha, A Karthikeyan, P Anusuya, NM Ganesh, M Pandiyan, N Senthil, et al. Published in: American Journal of Plant Sciences, 2013 Citations: 63
  5. “Broadening the genetic base and introgression of MYMV resistance and yield improvement through unexplored genes from wild relatives in mungbean” Authors: PNPB Pandiyan M, N. Ramamoorthi, S.K. Ganesh, S. Jebaraj Published in: Plant Mutation Report, 2008 Citations: 50
  6. “Screening of mungbean (Vigna radiata) germplasm for resistance to Mungbean yellow mosaic virus using agroinoculation” Authors: M Sudha, A Karthikeyan, P Nagarajan, M Raveendran, N Senthil, M. Pandiyan, et al. Published in: Canadian Journal of Plant Pathology, 2013 Citations: 49

Reza Mohammadi | Crops | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc Prof Dr  Reza Mohammadi |  Crops |  Best Researcher Award

Associate professor at  Dryland Agricultural Research Institute, Iran

Dr. Reza Mohammadi is an accomplished Associate Professor of Plant Breeding at the Dryland Agricultural Research Institute (DARI) with over two decades of experience in wheat breeding. Specializing in Genetics and Plant Breeding, he holds a PhD and has dedicated his career to enhancing wheat productivity, particularly in the challenging dryland conditions of Iran. Dr. Mohammadi’s work focuses on increasing genetic gain using wheat plant genetic resources, aimed at improving food security for subsistence farmers. His extensive portfolio includes over 150 research projects in both durum and bread wheat breeding programs, resulting in the release of more than 10 new wheat cultivars tailored for rainfed conditions in Iran.

Publication Profile:🌟👨‍🎓

Education and Professional Background:

Holds a PhD in Genetics and Plant Breeding. Currently serves as an Associate Professor of Plant Breeding at the Dryland Agricultural Research Institute (DARI). Has 24 years of experience in wheat breeding.

🌱 Research Focus: Crops

Dr. Reza Mohammadi’s primary research focus is on wheat breeding, particularly in enhancing wheat productivity for dryland conditions in Iran. Within this scope, he specializes in durum wheat, aiming to increase genetic gain and develop new cultivars suitable for rainfed environments.

Citations:

Dr. Reza Mohammadi has garnered a total of 4,683 citations, with an h-index of 37, indicating that 37 of his papers have each been cited at least 37 times. Since 2019, he has received 2,643 citations, with an h-index of 28, and an i10-index of 62, which means he has at least 62 papers with 10 or more citations since 2019.

Publications Top Notes:

  1. Mohammadi, R. (2024). Effects of post-flowering drought and supplemental irrigation on grain yield and agro-phenological traits in durum wheat. European Journal of Agronomy, 156(127180), 1-12.
  2. Mohammadi, R., & Geravandi, M. (2024). Multi-trait selection for agronomic performance and drought tolerance among durum wheat genotypes evaluated under rainfed and irrigated environments. Experimental Agriculture, 60(1), 1-24.
  3. Najafi, S., Shooshtari, L., Mohammadi, R., Etminan, A., Mehrabi, A. M., et al. (2024). Genetic diversity and population structure analysis in durum wheat (Triticum turgidum L. var. Durum) germplasm using agronomic characters and CBDP markers. Genetic Resources and Crop Evolution, 71(3), 1-13.
  4. Mohammadi, R., Cheghamirza, K., Geravandi, M., & Zarei, L. (2024). Durum wheat (Triticum turgidum L. var. durum Desf.) landraces and their potentials for enhancing agro-physiological characteristics and stability performance in breeding programs. Crop and Pasture Science.
  5. Hatamzadeh, H., Mohammadi, R., Bernousi, I., Golkari, S., & Singh, S. (2023). Genome-wide association analysis of agronomic traits in wheat under supplemental irrigation and rain-fed conditions. Iranian Dryland Agronomy Journal, 12(1), 83-104.
  6. Ebrahimi, P., Karami, E., Etminan, A., Talebi, R., & Mohammadi, R. (2023). Investigation of genetic diversity in durum wheat germplasm based on grain yield and some agronomic traits. Journal of Crop Breeding, 15(47), 65-75.

 

Achalu Yarimo | Agriculture | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc Prof Dr Achalu Yarimo | agriculture | Best Researcher Award

Research and Community Service Deputy Director at  Ambo University, Ethiopia

Dr. Achalu Chimdi is an accomplished soil scientist and Associate Professor of Soil Science at Ambo University, Ethiopia. With nearly two decades of expertise in teaching and research, he specializes in soil fertility, soil chemistry, land use planning, nitrogen cycling, nutrient management, soil and water conservation, biogeochemistry, and environmental contamination management.

 

Publication Profile:🌟👨‍🎓

Educational Background:

  • Ph.D. in Soil Science Program, Department of Natural Resource Management, Haramaya University in collaboration with MTT-Agri food research center, Finland (March 2013)
  • MSc. in Chemistry, Addis Ababa University, Ethiopia (July 2005)

Employment and Academic Ranks:

  • Associate Professor at Ambo University (Oct. 2017 – Present)
  • Associate Professor at Wollega University, Nekemte (July 2017 – Oct. 2017)
  • Assistant Professor at Wollega University, Nekemte (Jan. 2012 – July 2017)
  • Lecturer at Wollega University, Nekemte (June 2007 – Oct. 2009)

Administrative Positions Held:

  • Deputy Director for Research and Community Service, Ambo University (Jan. 2018 – Present)
  • Director for the Research and Technology Park, Wollega University (July 2015 – Oct. 2017)
  • University Vice Director for Student Service Center, Wollega University (May 2013 – Nov. 2013)
  • Director for the Post Graduate, Research and Technology Transfer, College Natural and Computational Sciences, Wollega University (Nov. 2013 – Jan. 2015)

 

Research Focus 🌱🔬:

Dr. Achalu Chimdi’s research encompasses a diverse array of soil science topics, showcasing a commitment to sustainable development and environmental stewardship. His work spans the assessment of soil chemical properties, effects of lime rates on P-adsorption characteristics, and the impact of land-use changes on soil properties and carbon sequestration.

As a corresponding author in multiple publications, Dr. Chimdi has delved into areas such as the ecology of ground-nesting stingless bees, population size assessment of indigenous rhizobia in faba bean soil, and the effects of deforestation on soil fertility. His research extends to practical applications, including water purification through sorption and the influence of effluent on soil physico-chemical properties.

Overall, Dr. Achalu Chimdi’s research portfolio reflects a holistic approach to soil science, contributing valuable insights to agricultural practices, ecosystem health, and sustainable resource management. 🌍💡

Citations:

The information provided indicates that the individual has a total of 61 citations across 7 documents. The h-index is mentioned as 2. The h-index is a metric that quantifies both the productivity and impact of a researcher’s work. In this case, the h-index is 2, suggesting that the researcher has at least 2 publications that have been cited at least 2 times each.

It’s important to note that the h-index is just one metric among many used to assess a researcher’s impact and should be considered in conjunction with other factors such as the total number of citations and the context of the researcher’s field.

 

Publications Top Notes:

Selected Publications by Achalu Chimdi, PhD

  1. “Effects of Land Use on Selected Soil Properties and Carbon Sequestration in the Gurra Watershed: The Case of Chalia District, West Shoa Zone, Oromia, Ethiopia”
    • Authors: Achalu Chimdi, Emiru Gurmessa
    • Published in the South African Journal of Botany, 2023, Volume 156, Pages 21–28.
  2. “Contribution of Coffee Plants to Carbon Sequestration in Agroforestry Systems of Southwestern Ethiopia”
    • Authors: Niguse, G., Iticha, B., Kebede, G., Chimdi, A.
    • Published in the Journal of Agricultural Science, 2022, Volume 160(6), Pages 440–447.
  3. “Effects of Rhizobium Inoculation and P Fertilizer Levels on Selected Soil Properties, Yield, and Yield Components of Faba Bean (Vicia faba L.): The Case of Abuna Gindeberat, West Shewa Zone, Ethiopia”
    • Authors: Achalu Chimdi, Dereje Negasa, Girma Chala
    • Published in Applied and Environmental Soil Science, 2022, Volume 2022, Article ID 3635989.
  4. “Climate Change-Induced Agricultural Drought over Moist-Cool and Moist-Warm Climatic Zones: A Case Study in Ale and Adami-Tulu Woredas, in Oromia National Regional State, Ethiopia”
    • Authors: Benti, F., Chimdi, A.
    • Published in Caraka Tani: Journal of Sustainable Agriculture, 2019, Volume 34(2), Pages 188–199.
  5. “Removal of Fluoride from Drinking Water by Sorption Using Diatomite Modified with Aluminum Hydroxide”
    • Authors: Akafu, T., Chimdi, A., Gomoro, K.
    • Published in the Journal of Analytical Methods in Chemistry, 2019, Volume 2019, Article ID 4831926.

These publications reflect Dr. Achalu Chimdi’s diverse research contributions to soil science, carbon sequestration, agriculture, and environmental sustainability. For access to the full articles, please refer to the respective journals.

 

 

 

 

Lovely Mahawar | Agriculture | Best Researcher Award

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Dr Lovely Mahawar: Agriculture | Best Researcher Award

Postdoctoral Researcher at  Umea University, Sweden

Dr. Lovelymahawar is a skilled Postdoctoral Researcher at the Slovak University of Agriculture, Slovakia. With a Ph.D. in Botany (Plant Biotechnology) from Jai Narain Vyas University, India, and an M.Sc. in Biotechnology from Banasthali University, she boasts a rich academic background.

Publication Profile:🌟👨‍🎓

🏫 Education:

🌱 Ph.D. Botany (Plant Biotechnology) – Jai Narain Vyas University, India (2014-2019) 🌿 M.Sc. Biotechnology (Plant Biotechnology) – Banasthali University, India (2011-2013) 🌾 B.Sc. Biotechnology – Rani Durgawati University, India (2008-2011)

🔍Training / Workshops:

🔬 Workshop on Research Methodology and Statistics (SPSS) at Jai Narain Vyas University, India. (Feb 8-9, 2016) 💻 Training in Computer Graphics and Networking at Jai Narain Vyas University, India. (Feb 10-14, 2014) 🧬 Training in Molecular Biology Techniques at Animal Biotechnology Center, Jawaharlal Nehru Krishi Vishwavidyalaya, India. (June 1-30, 2012) 🌲 Training in Forest Biotechnology at Tropical Forest Research Institute, India. (Aug 2-6, 2010)

Honor/Awards

🌟 Visiting Researcher for 9 months at the Slovak University of Agriculture, Slovakia, under the National Scholarship Programme of the Slovak Republic (Dec 2021). 🎓 Dr. D.S. Kothari Post-doctoral Fellowship awardee by the University Grants Commission (UGC), New Delhi, India, for a triumphant three-year journey starting in September 2021. 🏆 Dr. R.P.S Dhakarey Memorial Young Researcher Award in Biotechnology for Sustainable Development at AKS University, India (2019). 🏅 Prof. Prasanna Mohanty Memorial Award for Best Oral Presentation in Molecular Biology of Stress Responses in Phototrophs (MBSR-2016), IGNTU, India (2016). 📚 Triple-qualified in the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research National Eligibility Test (CSIRNET) in June 2014 (Rank 35), June 2015 (Rank 39), and June 2016 (Rank 35). A hat-trick of excellence! 🌾 Double success in the Agricultural Scientist Recruitment Board National Eligibility Test (ASRB-NET) in Agriculture Biotechnology, scoring 51% in November 2014 and 53% in December 2015. 🔬 Mastered the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) in Life Science (January 2015) with a stellar percentile of 92.75, paving the way for a journey in Master of Technology or Doctor of Philosophy.

Skills and Expertise

🌱 Plant Biotechnology Maestro: A virtuoso in Tissue culture (micropropagation, callus culture, cell suspension culture, stem and root culture), synthetic seed preparation, and protoplast culture. Hydroponic technique? Nailed it! 🧬 Molecular Biology Sorcerer: Masters the magic of genomic and plasmid DNA isolation, RNA isolation, cDNA preparation, semiquantitative RT PCR, q-RT PCR, cloning, transformation, and the enchanted art of DNA sequencing (16S/18S rRNA sequencing). A true DNA whisperer. 🦠 Microbial Maestro: Cultivating microorganisms (bacteria and fungi) from terrestrial and marine realms, engaging in microscopic duels, and unveiling the secrets through staining techniques. 🔬 Microscopy Maven: A virtuoso of Confocal, Fluorescence, and Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM). Peeking into the microscopic wonders with finesse. 🌾 Plant Biochemistry Guru: Proficient in the alchemical arts of estimating protein, carbohydrate, chlorophyll, and carotenoids. Evaluates stress and antioxidants (enzymatic and non-enzymatic) parameters. Masters chromatography (TLC, HPLC, gel filtration, ion exchange) and the spectrophotometric analysis of antioxidant enzymes. A true enzyme whisperer. 🌈 Spectroscopy Savant: Commands UV-Vis spectroscopy, Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectroscopy (ICP-MS), and atomic absorption spectroscopy for metal/element detection. Unveiling the colors of the unseen. 💻 Bioinformatics Wizard: Multiple sequence alignment with Clustal W and Clustal X, crafting primers, and unraveling genomes using bioinformatics tools. A digital biologist in the vast sea of data. 🌐 Nanotechnology Alchemist: Synthesizes (green and chemical) and characterizes carbon and metal nanoparticles. Dabbles in nanotoxicity and crafts nano formulations of agrochemicals for crop improvement. A true nano-artist in the field.

Research Focus 🌱🔬:

Lovely Mahawar’s research focuses on the intricate dance between plants and their environment. 🌿 Her work delves into the physiological mechanisms of plants under stress, exploring topics like salt stress, Cd+2 tolerance in Eruca sativa, GABA signaling, and iron homeostasis. She collaborates on projects like phyto-cleaning of polluted air and the role of hemin in enhancing Cd2+ tolerance. With expertise in plant biotechnology, her studies bridge the gap between nanotechnology, bioinformatics, and plant biochemistry. 🌱 Her dedication to understanding plant responses to environmental challenges makes her a true guardian of the botanical realm, unlocking nature’s secrets for a greener future. 🌍

 

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