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

Yousry El-Kassaby | Plant Genetics | Lifetime achievement Award

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Prof  Yousry  El-Kassaby |  Plant Genetics |  Lifetime achievement Award

Dr at  Faculty of Forestry, The university of British Columbia, Canada

Dr. Yousry A. El-Kassaby is a distinguished Canadian forestry expert with a robust background in population and quantitative genetics. He was born on April 24, 1948, in Alexandria, Egypt, and holds Canadian citizenship. Dr. El-Kassaby earned his Ph.D. in Population and Quantitative Genetics from the University of British Columbia (U.B.C.) in 1980, preceded by an M.Sc. in Quantitative Genetics from the University of Tanta, Egypt, and a B.Sc. in Genetics from the University of Alexandria, Egypt.

Publication Profile:🌟👨‍🎓

Education:

  • Ph.D. in Population and Quantitative Genetics, University of British Columbia, Canada (1980)
  • M.Sc. in Quantitative Genetics, University of Tanta, Egypt (1976)
  • B.Sc. in Genetics, University of Alexandria, Egypt (1970)

Work History:

  • Current: Professor at the Faculty of Forestry, University of British Columbia
  • Previous roles include positions at CellFor Inc., Saanich Forestry Centre, Pacific Forest Products Limited, and various academic appointments at UBC

Awards and Distinctions:

  • IUFRO Scientific Achievement Award (2010)
  • Professor Honoris Causa at The Czech University of Life Sciences Prague (2011)
  • Canadian Forestry Scientific Achievement Award from the Canadian Institute of Forestry (2017)

Management and Leadership Training:

  • Academic Leadership Development Program at UBC (2012)
  • Executive Programs at Kellogg School of Management, Northwestern University (2003)

 

🔬 Research Focus:

Dr. Yousry A. El-Kassaby’s research focuses primarily on forest genetics and quantitative genetics, with a specific emphasis on understanding genetic variation and inheritance patterns in tree species such as Douglas-fir and Sitka spruce. His work involves investigating the relationships between genetic markers (such as allozymes) and important quantitative traits, contributing to the understanding of tree breeding, conservation, and management strategies. 🌲 His studies have significant implications for forestry practices, including tree improvement programs and the conservation of genetic diversity in forest ecosystems. 🌳

Citations:

Dr. Yousry A. El-Kassaby has amassed an impressive scholarly impact, with 6,381 citations across 4,259 documents. His research has been cited in 332 documents, indicating widespread recognition within the academic community. Additionally, his h-index, a measure of both productivity and citation impact, stands at 43. This metric reflects the significant influence of Dr. El-Kassaby’s work in the field of forest genetics and quantitative genetics.

Publications Top Notes

  1. Allelic variations of WAK106-E2Fa-DPb1-UGT74E2 module regulate fibre properties in Populus tomentosa
    • Authors: Wang, D., Quan, M., Qin, S., … El-Kassaby, Y.A., Zhang, D.
    • Journal: Plant Biotechnology Journal
    • Year: 2024
  2. Integration of Physiological, Transcriptomic, and Metabolomic Analyses Reveal Molecular Mechanisms of Salt Stress in Maclura tricuspidata
    • Authors: Sui, D., Wang, B., El-Kassaby, Y.A., Wang, L.
    • Journal: Plants
    • Year: 2024
    • Volume: 13
  3. Physiological, transcriptome and metabolome analyses provide molecular insights to seasonal development in Ginkgo biloba xylem
    • Authors: Guo, F., Yu, W., Fu, F., … El-Kassaby, Y.A., Wang, G.
    • Journal: Industrial Crops and Products
    • Year: 2024
  4. Efficient genomics-based ‘end-to-end’ selective tree breeding framework
    • Authors: El-Kassaby, Y.A., Cappa, E.P., Chen, C., Ratcliffe, B., Porth, I.M.
    • Journal: Heredity
    • Year: 2024