Paula Paredes | Farm Management Award | Best Researcher Award

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.

 

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📚 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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Michiel Daam | Agroecology | Best Researcher Award

Dr Michiel Daam |  Agroecology | Best Researcher Award

Invited Professor at  Universidade Federal de Alfenas, Brazil

Michiel Adriaan Daam is a Dutch environmental scientist and Assistant Professor at the NOVA University Lisbon’s Department of Environmental Sciences and Engineering. Born on February 3, 1976, he holds a Ph.D. in Biology from Wageningen Environmental Research, with specializations in Biology and Toxicology.

 

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📚 Education:

  • PhD: Biology, Wageningen Environmental Research (2008)
  • MSc: Environmental Sciences, University of Nijmegen, the Netherlands (2001)
  • MSc: Biomedical Health Sciences, University of Nijmegen (2001)

📝 Research Projects (Selected):

  • Ongoing projects funded by FAPESP on microplastics and pesticide impacts.
  • Invited expert for UN Environment Program report on pesticides and fertilizers.
  • Involved in projects assessing environmental effects of pesticide use in Brazil and Europe.

Employers & Experience:

  • Worked at NOVA University Lisbon, University of Aveiro (Portugal), Chemical Regulation Directorate (UK), University of Lisbon, and more.
  • Background includes roles as a postdoctoral researcher, research scientist, and regulatory ecotoxicologist.

 

Research Focus 📝:

  • Expertise in ecological risk assessment of contaminants like pesticides, metals, and emerging concerns.
  • Current projects on microplastics and pesticides in agricultural contexts.
  • Research topics include biodiversity-ecosystem functioning, chemical stress ecology, and ecological effect modeling.

 

Citations:
  • Citations: 1,720
  • Documents: 1,217
  • h-index: 24

The h-index is a measure that considers both the number of publications and their respective citation counts. In this case, an h-index of 24 suggests that Michiel Adriaan Daam has published 24 papers, each of which has been cited at least 24 times. This metric provides a balanced view of both the quantity and impact of a researcher’s work.

 

Publications Top Notes:
  1. Residual determination and acute toxicity of the neonicotinoid clothianidin in the neotropical stingless bee Tetragonisca angustula Latreille, 1811 (Apidae: Meliponini)
    • Authors: Biscassi, G.F., Rabêlo, W.F., Sardeli, R., …, Moscardi dos Santos, D., Vieira, E.M.
    • Published in: Chemosphere, 2024, 349, 140878
  2. Ecological risk assessment for metals in sediment and waters from the Brazilian Amazon region
    • Authors: Gomes, D.F., da Silva Pinto, T.J., Raymundo, L.B., …, Moreira, R.A., Rocha, O.
    • Published in: Chemosphere, 2023, 345, 140413
  3. Drinking water treatment residuals, a low-cost and environmentally friendly adsorbent for the removal of hormones – A review
    • Authors: Dias, R., Daam, M.A., Diniz, M., Maurício, R.
    • Published in: Journal of Water Process Engineering, 2023, 56, 104322
  4. Abamectin and difenoconazole monitoring in strawberry flowers and pollen sampled from Tetragonisca angustula (Latreille) (Hymenoptera: Apidae) hives located in crop vicinities
    • Authors: Burgarelli, J.A.M., dos Santos, D.M., Prado, F.S.R., …, Daam, M.A., Vieira, E.M.
    • Published in: Environmental Science and Pollution Research, 2023, 30(24), pp. 65401–65411
  5. Toward a tiered regulatory framework for the prospective aquatic effect assessment of pesticides in (Neo)tropical areas
    • Author: Daam, M.A.
    • Published in: Integrated Environmental Assessment and Management, 2023, 19(3), pp. 638–647
    • Citations: 3

Dilmar Baretta | Organic Farming | SustainableAg Leadership Award

Prof Dr Dilmar Baretta | Organic Farming | SustainableAg Leadership Award

Rector at  UDESC – Universidade do Estado de Santa Catarina, Brazil

Prof. Dilmar Baretta, PhD, is a distinguished academic and researcher known for his expertise in [mention the field of expertise, e.g., Chemistry, Physics, etc.]. He holds a Doctor of Philosophy degree and has contributed significantly to the field through his research and publications.

 

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📊 Author Metrics:

  • 📝 123 Documents
  • 📖 1,746 Citations by 1,289 Documents
  • 📈 h-index: 25

🔍 Research Highlights:

  • 🌐 Global fine-resolution data on springtail abundance and community structure.
  • 🌱 Globally invariant metabolism but density-diversity mismatch in springtails.
  • 🌾 Relationship between enchytraeids diversity and soybean productivity in no-till systems.
  • 🏞️ Influence of subtropical landscape configuration on ground-dwelling beetles.
  • 🦠 Soil microbial carbon and activity across land use and geographic gradients.

 

Research Focus 🌱🔬:

🌍 Prof. Dilmar Baretta, PhD, specializes in ecological dynamics and environmental interactions. His research navigates the intricate realms of biodiversity, spanning from “Global fine-resolution data on springtail abundance” to uncovering the “density-diversity mismatch in springtails” in different ecosystems. 🐜 His expertise extends to understanding the interplay between enchytraeids diversity and soybean productivity, delving into the impact of subtropical landscape configuration on the ecomorphological traits of ground-dwelling beetles, and exploring soil microbial carbon dynamics across varied land use and geographic gradients. 🌱 Baretta’s work stands at the intersection of ecology, agriculture, and environmental science, contributing significantly to our understanding of Earth’s interconnected systems. #Ecology #Biodiversity #EnvironmentalScience

 

Publications Top Notes:
  1. Title:Global fine-resolution data on springtail abundance and community structure
    Journal: Scientific Data, 2024
  2. Title:Globally invariant metabolism but density-diversity mismatch in springtails
    Journal: Nature Communications, 2023
  3. Title:Is there a relationship between enchytraeids diversity and community with soybean productivity…”
    Journal: Annals of Applied Biology, 2023
  4. Title:How does the subtropical landscape configuration influence the ecomorphological traits…”
    Journal: Applied Soil Ecology, 2023
  5. Title:Soil microbial carbon and activity along with land use and geographic gradients
    Journal: Soil Science Society of America Journal, 2023

 

 

 

 

Mamoun Gharaibeh | Soil Science | Best Researcher Award

Prof Mamoun Gharaibeh | Soil Science | Best Researcher Award

Chairman at Jordan University of Science & Technology, Jordan

Dr. Mamoun Gharaibeh is a distinguished Professor of Soil, Water & Environmental Science, specializing in Land and Water management. Born on February 14, 1969, he has a robust academic background, earning his BSc in Soil & Irrigation from the University of Baghdad in 1991, followed by an MS and a PhD in Soil, Water & Environmental Science from the University of Arizona, USA, in 1996 and 2000, respectively.

 

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🎓 Education:

PhD in Soil, Water & Environmental Science, University of Arizona, USA (2000). MS in Soil, Water & Environmental Science, University of Arizona, USA (1996). BSc in Soil & Irrigation, University of Baghdad, Iraq (1991)

🏢 Employment:

Chairman, Department of Natural Resources & Environment, Faculty of Agriculture, Jordan University of Science & Technology (2021-current). Chairman, Department of Natural Resources & Environment, Faculty of Agriculture, Jordan University of Science & Technology (2013-2018). Assistant Dean of Scientific Research, Jordan University of Science & Technology (2007-2008). Faculty Member, Jordan University of Science & Technology (2000-current)

🌐 Research Experience:

Faculty member, Department of Natural Resources & Environment, Faculty of Agriculture, Jordan University of Science & Technology (2000-current). Visiting Scientist, Department of Soil Science/Soil Ecology, Institute of Geography, Ruhr-University Bochum, Germany (2018, 2012). Visiting Researcher, Helmholtz Centre for Environmental Research (UFZ), Leipzig, Germany (2002). Researcher, Sonora Environmental Research Institute (SERI), Tucson, Arizona, USA (1999-2000)

 

Research Focus 🌱🔬:

🌱 Dr. Mamoun A. Gharaibeh’s Research Focus 🌍 Dr. Mamoun A. Gharaibeh is a distinguished researcher specializing in the interdisciplinary field of soil, water, and environmental science. His extensive work encompasses diverse areas such as: 🏞️ Soil Erosion in Iraq: Investigating the causes and presenting case studies to address the soil erosion catastrophe in Iraq. 🌿 Olive Mill Wastewater: Characterizing olive mill wastewater in different climatic zones in the North of Jordan. 💧 Hydraulic Conductivity Prediction: Using artificial neural networks to optimize predictions of saturated hydraulic conductivity in arid and semi-arid regions. 🔄 Irrigation Impact Assessment: Assessing the effects of irrigation with treated wastewater on soil properties and infiltration models’ performance. 🌾 Agricultural Practices: Studying the impact of hydrogel on corn growth, water use efficiency, and soil properties in semi-arid regions. 🌱 Biochar Utilization: Exploring the potential use of biochar as an amendment to improve soil fertility and crop growth under arid conditions. 🔥 Bioenergy Production: Investigating the effect of pyrolysis temperature and biomass particle size on the heating value of biocoal. 🔄 Biochar Modification: Modifying biochar from olive oil processing waste to enhance phenol removal from synthetic and olive mill wastewater. 🌐 Soil Salinity Estimation: Developing methods to estimate exchangeable sodium percentage and saturated paste electrical conductivity in salt-affected soils. Dr. Gharaibeh’s research contributions showcase a commitment to sustainable agriculture, water resource management, and environmental conservation.

Citations:

Dr. Mamoun A. Gharaibeh’s scholarly impact, as reflected in citation metrics:

📚 Citations:

  • Total Citations: 1,145
  • Citations Since 2019: 772

📊 h-index:

  • h-index: 19 (reflecting 19 publications with at least 19 citations each)
  • h-index Since 2019: 15

🔍 i10-index:

  • i10-index: 29 (indicating the number of publications with at least 10 citations)
  • i10-index Since 2019: 27

These metrics underscore the substantial influence of Dr. Gharaibeh’s work in the academic community, with a noteworthy number of citations and a consistent impact over recent years.

 

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Jailane Aquino | Food Security

Prof Jailane Aquino: Leading Research in Food Security
Professor at  Federal University of Paraíba, Brazil

🌱🔬Dr. Jailane de Souza Aquino is a distinguished Professor at the Department of Nutrition, Federal University of Paraíba, Brazil, where she has been serving since 2006. As the Head Researcher of the Experimental Nutrition Laboratory, she leads groundbreaking studies focusing on nutritional interventions in rats induced with chronic non-communicable diseases across different life stages. Dr. Aquino is also a dedicated mentor, advising medical students on exchange in Brazil through IFMSA-Score Research Exchange.🌍🌾

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👨‍🎓 Education:

Dr. Jailane de Souza Aquino’s academic journey is marked by excellence and diverse expertise. She earned her Doctorate in Nutrition from the Universidade Federal de Pernambuco in 2011, focusing on the physical and chemical evaluation of buriti oil in rats and its utilization in cookie formulations. Under the guidance of Advisor Tânia Lúcia Montenegro Stamford, she delved into the experimental aspects of this research.

Prior to her doctoral studies, Dr. Aquino completed her Master’s in Science and Technology of Food at the Universidade Federal da Paraíba in 2007. Her thesis, under the mentorship of João Andrade da Silva, explored the technical viability of industrializing infertile ostrich eggs.

Her academic journey includes a Specialization in Exercise Physiology from the Universidade Veiga de Almeida in Rio De Janeiro (2006), where she investigated the hormonal response to resistance training during short-term creatine supplementation under the guidance of Advisor Alexandre Sérgio Silva.

Dr. Aquino’s educational foundation in nutrition was laid during her undergraduate studies at the Universidade Federal da Paraíba, where she graduated in 2003. Throughout her academic pursuits, she received a scholarship from the Conselho Nacional de Desenvolvimento Científico e Tecnológico.

This well-rounded educational background, coupled with her extensive research and contributions, has shaped Dr. Aquino into a distinguished figure in the field of nutrition and experimental studies. 🎓🔬

Awards:

Dr. Jailane de Souza Aquino’s impressive career is adorned with numerous accolades, showcasing her outstanding contributions to the field of nutrition and experimental research. Some of her notable awards include:

  • 2022 Neuronutri Honorable Mention:
    • “Jejum de Dias Alternados Minimiza Parâmetro Tipo Ansiouso em Ratos Wistar”
    • “Protocolos de Jejum Intermitente Modificam a Tolerância à Glicose e Insulina de Ratos Wistar”
  • 2021 1º Congresso Internacional de Intervenção na Saúde e no Exercício (CIISE) Honorable Mention:
    • “Jejum Intermitente Associado ao Exercício Aeróbico Diminui Comportamento Depressivo em Ratos Wistar”
  • 2019 UFPB Young Researcher Award:
    • “A Suplementação com Mucuna pruriens Pode Alterar Parâmetros Bioquímicos de Ratos Wistar Obesos?”
    • “Composição Corporal e Parâmetros Murinométricos de Ratos Wistar Obesos Suplementados com Mucuna pruriens”
  • 2018 Various Honorable Mentions and Awards:
    • “Comparação de Modelos Dietéticos na Indução de Alterações na Microbiota Intestinal de Ratos Wistar”
    • “Efeito do Consumo de Jambo (Syzygium malaccense) sobre o Perfil Lipídico de Ratos Wistar Dislipidêmicos”
    • “Efeito do Consumo em Curto Prazo de Diferentes Óleos Vegetais sobre o Status de Vitaminas Antioxidantes em Ratos”
  • 2018 XIV Congresso Internacional de Nutrição Funcional Award:
    • “Influência da Dislipidemia Materna durante a Gestação e Lactação sobre a Função Intestinal e o Metabolismo Lipídico Materno e da Sua Prole”
  • 2017 II Simpósio Nordestino em Neurociências, Nutrição e Desenvolvimento Humano Honorable Mention:
    • “Efeito Ansiolítico de Dois Compostos de Zinco em Ratos Wistar Sadios”
  • 2017 Prêmio Nelson Chaves:
    • “Suplementação de Dois Compostos de Zn e seu Efeito no Controle Glicêmico, Lipídico e Oxidativo em Ratos”
  • 2016 I Congresso Internacional de Nutrição Funcional e Nutrignômica Honorable Mention:
    • Awarded for oral presentation
  • 2016 I Simpósio Internacional sobre Nutrição, Atividade Física e Saúde Honorable Mention:
    • Recognized during the symposium
  • 2015 XXIII ENIC Award:
    • “Propriedade Prebiótica de Resíduos de Frutas Tropicais Avaliada em Ratos Sadios”
  • 2014 ENID – Universidade Federal da Paraíba (UFPB) Award:
    • Iniciação à Docência 2014

These awards highlight Dr. Aquino’s exceptional work in areas such as intermittent fasting, nutritional interventions, and the prebiotic properties of tropical fruit residues. 🏆🔬

Research Focus 🌱🔬

Dr. Jailane de Souza Aquino’s research spans a diverse array of topics, showcasing her versatile expertise in nutrition and experimental studies. Her investigations include the antioxidant and lipid-lowering effects of buriti oil, the potential of acerola by-products in mitigating lipid, glucose, and inflammatory changes, and the neurobehavioral and intestinal health effects of extra virgin coconut oil in obesity-induced rats. She explores the impact of intermittent fasting and aerobic exercise on oxidative parameters and muscle damage, as well as the consequences of maternal high-fat diet on the neurobehavioral and inflammatory parameters of adult female rat offspring. Dr. Aquino’s work extends to the anti-obesity effects of non-conventional edible plants like foroba, emphasizing a holistic approach to health and nutrition. 🌱🔬

 

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