Reza Mohammadi | Crops | Best Researcher Award

Assoc Prof DrĀ  RezaĀ Mohammadi |Ā  Crops |Ā Ā Best Researcher Award

Associate professor atĀ Ā Dryland Agricultural Research Institute,Ā 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.

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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.

 

HenryĀ Becke | Crop Protection | Best Researcher Award

MrĀ HenryĀ Becke |Ā Crop Protection |Ā Best Researcher Award

Crop Protectionist atĀ Ā University of Buea,Ā Cameroon

Henry Ikome Becke is a seasoned professional with 28 years of dedicated service in the Cameroon Development Corporation (CDC), holding diverse roles and responsibilities. Born on February 7, 1969, in Great Soppo – Buea, he is a Cameroonian national fluent in English, French, Pidgin, and Bakweri.

 

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Education:

Bsc. in Agriculture (Crop Science) from the University of Sierra Leone (1992). Msc. in Crop Protection from the University of Buea (2010). Certificates in Strategic Human Resources Management and Strategic Management Skills from PAID-WA, Buea, Cameroon.

šŸ† Professional Bodies/Awards:

  • Member of the Incorporated Society of Malaysia (since 2005, Membership No. 13516).
  • Member of the University of Buea Council (since 2013).
  • Former member of the Union of Syndicates of Agricultural Producers in Cameroon (2013-2019).
  • Former member of the National Committee on Social Dialogue in Cameroon (2013-2019).
  • Education Man of West Coast District in 2002.

Henry Ikome Becke is a seasoned professional with a rich background in agriculture, strategic planning, and human resources management. His dedication and expertise have left a lasting impact on the development projects he has undertaken throughout his extensive career. šŸŒšŸŒ¾šŸ†

 

Research Focus:

As the 1st Deputy Mayor of Idenau Council in Fako Division (2002-2007), Henry Ikome Becke played a pivotal role in steering the development of the municipality, overseeing the well-being of its 40,000 inhabitants. Additionally, he served as Chairman of the Government Secondary School Idenau-Fako School Management Board (2001-2003), contributing to educational governance. Beyond his civic duties, Becke demonstrated leadership in spiritual matters as Chairman of the Board of Deacons at Emmanuel Baptist Church, Bota-Limbe (2006-2014). His multifaceted contributions reflect a commitment to community, education, and spirituality. šŸŒšŸ›ļøšŸ™