Utpol Kumar | Soil Survey | Best Researcher Award

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DrĀ UtpolĀ Kumar |Ā Ā Soil Survey |Ā Ā Best Researcher Award

Principal Scientific Officer atĀ Ā Soil Resource Development Institute,Ā Bangladesh

Dr. Utpol Kumar, born on February 2, 1975, is a dedicated soil scientist and Principal Scientific Officer (BCS Agriculture Cadre) at the Soil Resource Development Institute under the Ministry of Agriculture, Bangladesh. He holds a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Soil Science from Bangladesh Agricultural University (BAU), completed in 2022, preceded by a Master of Science in Horticulture and a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture, both also from BAU.

Publication Profile:šŸŒŸšŸ‘Øā€šŸŽ“

šŸŽ“ Education:

Ph.D. in Soil Science, Bangladesh Agricultural University (BAU), 2022. M.Sc. in Horticulture, BAU, 2001. B.Sc. in Agriculture, BAU, 1996

šŸ¢ Professional Experience:

With over 18 years of service at the Soil Resource Development Institute (SRDI), Ministry of Agriculture, Dr. Kumar has held key positions such as Principal Scientific Officer. His work includes conducting research experiments, soil surveys, and training programs for farmers and agricultural officers.

šŸ“š Training & Development:

Dr. Kumar has a keen interest in capacity building. He has organized and conducted numerous training programs on soil management, fertilizer quality, and agricultural project management, both nationally and internationally.

šŸ‘Øā€šŸŽ“ Education Advocacy:

As a co-supervisor of MS students and through his involvement in various educational initiatives, Dr. Kumar has played a vital role in nurturing the next generation of agricultural scientists.

šŸ† Achievements:

Dr. Kumar’s contributions have been recognized through awards and participation in seminars and conferences, where he has presented his research findings.

šŸ”¬ Research Focus: Soil Survey

Dr. Kumar’s primary research focus lies in Soil Survey, a critical area of study aimed at comprehensively understanding soil properties, composition, and their distribution patterns. Through his extensive research, Dr. Kumar aims to:

  • Conduct thorough soil surveys to assess the fertility and health of agricultural land.
  • Identify factors influencing soil composition, such as land use, climate, and human activities.
  • Analyze soil data to develop strategies for sustainable land management and crop productivity enhancement.
  • Contribute to the creation of soil maps and guides to aid farmers and policymakers in making informed decisions regarding land use and agricultural practices.

With a meticulous approach and a passion for scientific inquiry, Dr. Kumar’s research endeavors have significantly contributed to advancing our knowledge of soil science and its practical applications in agriculture.

 

Publications Top Notes:

  1. “Are Recommended Fertilizer Rates Able to Maintain Nutrient Balance and Optimize Crop Profit in Intensive Rice-Based Crop Rotations: Evidence from a 20-Year Study”
    • European Journal of Agronomy (Under Review), 2024
    • Contributions: Conceptualization, Data Curation, Formal Analysis, Writing – Original Draft, Writing – Review & Editing
  2. “Longā€“term Residue Retention Increases Crop Productivity and Maintains Positive Sulfur Balance in Intensive Riceā€“Based Cropping Systems”
    • Journal of Soil Science and Plant Nutrition (Under Review), 2024
    • Contributions: Writing – Original Draft, Writing – Review & Editing, Conceptualization, Data Curation, Formal Analysis, Methodology
  3. “Conservation Agriculture Improves Yield and Potassium Balance in Intensive Rice Systems”
    • Nutrient Cycling in Agroecosystems, March 20, 2024
    • DOI: 10.1007/s10705-024-10348-7
    • Contributions: Writing – Review & Editing, Formal Analysis, Writing – Original Draft
    • ISSN: 1385-1314; 1573-0867
  4. “Conservation Agriculture for Intensive Rice-Based Systems: Lessons from a Decade On-Farm Practice”
    • TROPAG Conference, May 1, 2023
    • Contribution: Writing – Review & Editing
  5. “Sulphur Dynamics and Balance in Soils in the Mustard-Mungbean-Rice Cropping Pattern under Long-Term Integrated Nutrient Management”
    • TROPAG Conference, May 1, 2023
    • Contribution: Writing – Review & Editing
  6. “Conservation Agriculture in Intensive Rice Cropping Reverses Soil Potassium Depletion”

GlacyĀ da Silva | Soil biology | Women Researcher Award

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Prof DrĀ GlacyĀ da Silva |Ā Ā Soil biology |Ā Women Researcher Award

Full professor atĀ Ā Paranaense University,Ā Brazil

Dr. Glacy Jaqueline da Silva is a Full Professor at Paranaense University, located in Umuarama, PR, Brazil. She has been in this position since 2017, specializing in teaching undergraduate, specialization, master’s, and doctoral courses. Her areas of expertise include cell and molecular biology, omics, ecology, soil microbiology, nursing, and clinical microbiology. Dr. Silva also supervises Master’s and doctoral students in the postgraduate program in Applied Biotechnology for Agriculture, focusing on Molecular Biology Applied to fungi and plants, with a specific interest in Weat Introgression.

 

Publication Profile:šŸŒŸšŸ‘Øā€šŸŽ“

Education:

šŸŽ“ 2010-2014: Ph.D. in Biotechnology from Federal University of Pelotas, Brazil. Thesis on Genetic Transformation of rice with OsNramp4 and HsfA4d genes. šŸŽ“ 2007-2009: Master’s degree in Plant Biotechnology from Federal University of Lavras, Brazil.

Professional Experience:

šŸ“… 2017-Present: Full Professor at Paranaense University. šŸ“… 2015-2017: Post-doctoral Research at Paranaense University. šŸ“… 2014-2015: Post-doctoral Research at University of Nottingham

PhD Thesis Supervised (In Progress):

  1. Debora Regiane Gobatto – Federal Technological University of ParanĆ” (Co-advisor).
  2. Cristian Coelho Silva – Federal Technological University of ParanĆ” (Advisor).
  3. Julliane Destro de Lima – Paranaense University (Advisor).
  4. Valeria Aparecida Piovezan dos Santos – Paranaense University (Advisor).

Teaching Focus:

šŸ‘©ā€šŸ« Teaches subjects in cell and molecular biology, omics, ecology, soil microbiology, nursing, and clinical microbiology. šŸŽ“ Supervises Master’s and doctoral students in Applied Biotechnology for Agriculture.

 

Research Focus:

Dr. Glacy Jaqueline da Silva’s research spans diverse domains, showcasing a multidisciplinary approach with a keen interest in environmental sustainability, agriculture, and plant sciences. Her recent work explores the progressive pollution abatement in raw dairy wastewater through the utilization of the algae Poterioochromonas malhamensis, emphasizing sustainable solutions šŸŒ±. Additionally, her studies delve into the impact of kinetin on essential oil content in Acmella oleracea and the implications of climate change on avocado cultivation šŸ„‘. Dr. Silva’s research extends to areas like microbiology, food processing, and plant genetics, demonstrating a holistic commitment to advancing knowledge for a greener and healthier future.

 

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