Komal Choudhary | Sustainable Agriculture | Best Researcher Award

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Dr Komal Choudhary | Sustainable Agriculture | Best Researcher Award

Postdoctoral Fellow at  Department of Agroecology, Aarhus University, Denmark.

Dr. Komal Kumari Choudhary is a distinguished professional with a dual role as a Postdoctoral Fellow at the Department of Agroecology, Aarhus University, Denmark, and an Associate Professor at the Scientific Research Laboratory of Geo-informatics, Samara National Research University, Russia. She holds a Ph.D. from The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, with a dissertation on “Quantitative Remote Sensing for Agricultural Monitoring.”

 

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📚 Education:

  • Postdoc. in Agroecology, Aarhus University, Denmark (2023 – Present)
  • Ph.D. in Land Surveying and Geo-Informatics, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hong Kong (2018 – 2022)
  • B.Ed. in Geography, University of Rajasthan, India (2006 – 2007)
  • M.A. in Geography, University of Rajasthan, India (2003 – 2005)
  • B.A. in Geography, University of Rajasthan, India (2000 – 2003)

🚀 Professional Experience:

Postdoctoral Fellow at Aarhus University, Denmark (11/2023 – Present). Associate Professor at Samara National Research University, Russia (09/2021 – Present). Ph.D. Researcher at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (09/2018 – 08/2021). Jr. Scientist at Samara State Aerospace University, Russia (09/2015 – 08/2018). Lecturer in India with six years of teaching and research experience (07/2007 – 07/2013)

🏆 Achievements & Awards:

Aarhus University Postdoctoral Fellowship recipient (11/2023 – 10/2026). Best paper awards at ITNT Russia (2023, 2022) and ICIKM Hong Kong (2022), Hong Kong Polytechnic University Ph.D. studentship recipient (09/2018 – 08/2021). Received research fellowships in Czech Republic and Russia

Research Focus 📝:

🌾 Dr. Komal Kumari Choudhary specializes in the dynamic field of Agricultural Remote Sensing and GIS Technology. 🛰️ Her research focus revolves around spatiotemporal variations in Gross Primary Productivity (GPP) for cropland, employing innovative machine learning approaches. 🌱 With an emphasis on sustainable food production, she models farmland GPP and assesses agricultural land suitability using remote sensing techniques. 🌍 Dr. Choudhary’s contributions extend to integrating landscape ecological risk with ecosystem services, evaluating land sustainability, and predicting wheat yields through advanced machine learning methodologies. 🏆 Her work spans international conferences, journals, and collaborations, showcasing a holistic commitment to advancing agricultural and environmental sciences.

Citations:
  • Citations: 1140 (Since 2019), 814 (Overall)
  • h-index: 16 (Since 2019), 13 (Overall)
  • i10-index: 30 (Since 2019), 17 (Overall)

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Alexander Rincon | Sustainable Agriculture | Best Researcher Award

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Dr Alexander Rincon | Sustainable Agriculture | Best Researcher Award

Profesor at  Universidad Nacional de Colombia

Alexander Rincón Ruiz, PhD, is a Colombian economist and professor at the School of Economics, Universidad Nacional de Colombia. He holds a doctorate in Ecological Economics from the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, where his thesis received honors. Additionally, he completed doctoral research at the University of Cambridge, specializing in Land Economy.

 

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🎓 Education:

  • Ph.D. in Ecological Economics, Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (2013)
  • Doctoral Research Visitor, University of Cambridge, UK (2009)
  • M.A. in Agricultural Economics, Universidad Nacional de Colombia (2002)
  • B.A. in Economics, Universidad Nacional de Colombia (1998)

🌐 Professional Experience:

  • Coordinator, “Subase al tejido ambiental del territorio” project, Centro de Investigaciones para el Desarrollo (2022-2023)
  • Professor, School of Economics, Universidad Nacional de Colombia (2017 – Present)
  • National Evaluator, IPBES National Assessment, Humboldt Institute, Colciencias, MADS (2017 – Present)
  • Leader, South American Chapter – Ecosystem Services Partnership (ESP) (2017 – Present)
  • Researcher and Coordinator, Alexander von Humboldt Research Institute (2011 – 2016, 2017 – Present)
  • Coordinator, South American Chapter – Ecosystem Services Partnership (ESP) (2013 – Present)
  • Organizer, First Regional ESP Conference in Latin America (2016)

👨‍🏫 Teaching Experience:

  • Professor, School of Economics, Universidad Nacional de Colombia (2017 – Present)
  • Visiting Professor, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM) (2016)
  • Teaching roles at various universities including Universidad del Rosario, Universidad Distrital de Colombia, Universidad Externado de Colombia, and more.

 

🌱 Research Focus:

  • Integral valuation of biodiversity and ecosystem services
  • Socioeconomic dynamics, well-being, and ecosystem services
  • Environmental conflicts in rural areas associated with illicit crops

Dr. Alexander Rincón Ruiz is a Colombian economist and ecologist dedicated to the study of ecological economics and the valuation of biodiversity and ecosystem services. With a rich academic and professional background, he actively contributes to research, teaching, and environmental assessment initiatives in South America.

Citations:

Citation Metrics for Dr. Alexander Rincón Ruiz:

📚 Total Citations:

  • All-time: 1,857 citations
  • Since 2019: 1,216 citations

📈 h-index:

  • All-time: 18
  • Since 2019: 14

🔍 i10-index:

  • All-time: 22
  • Since 2019: 17

Dr. Alexander Rincón Ruiz has made significant contributions to his field, with a notable impact reflected in his citation metrics. These metrics underline the influence of his research and the scholarly recognition he has received within the academic community.

 

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Mamoun Gharaibeh | Soil Science | Best Researcher Award

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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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Nicholas Kiggundu | Cattle farming systems | Excellence in Research

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Dr Nicholas Kiggundu: Cattle farming systems
Assoc. Professor at Makerere University, Uganda

Dr. Nicholas Kiggundu is an Associate Professor in the Department of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering at Makerere University, Uganda. With a Ph.D. in Agricultural and Biological Engineering from the University of Florida, USA, he boasts over 20 years of experience at Makerere University, contributing significantly to teaching, research, and outreach in areas such as Hydrology, Irrigation, Water resources, Watershed management, and Renewable Energy. Dr. Kiggundu holds key roles, including being a member of Makerere University’s Directorate of Research and Graduate Training Project Implementation Committee and the Steering Committee for the Appropriate Technology Centre for water, sanitation, and environment in Uganda. He is also a member of the prestigious Tau Beta Phi Engineering Honor Society in the USA.

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Education

Ph.D. in Agricultural and Biological Engineering, University of Florida, 2010 🎓. MSc. Agricultural Engineering, University of Nairobi, 1998. BSc. Agricultural Engineering, Makerere University, 1994

Employment

Associate Professor, Dept. of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering, Makerere University (from July 2021) 🎓. Senior Lecturer (July 2017-June 2022), Lecturer (July 2011-June 2017), Asst. Lecturer (July 2001-June 2011)

Research & Management

Over 20 years at Makerere University 🏫. Specializations: Hydrology, Irrigation, Water Resources, Renewable Energy. Member of Steering Committee for Appropriate Technology Centre (Uganda). Coordinates Erasmus+ Mobility and Education Cooperation programs 🌐. Projects worth over $15 Million 💰

Projects

Key member in EU-funded projects: PrAEctiCe (€6,985,000) and SophiA (€7,800,000) 🌱💡. Team Leader for ESIA of Bugungu YP Prison Irrigation Farm (2020/2021). Principal Investigator for FAO-funded research on livestock sustainability

Recognition & Awards

PhD Graduate Research Assistantship, University of Florida, 2006 🏆. Various scholarships and awards for academic excellence and research contributions 🎖️

🍇 Research Focus:

Dr. Nicholas Kiggundu’s research spans diverse areas crucial for sustainable development in tropical environments. His work covers irrigation strategies, as evidenced by the study on Napier yield response under different irrigation methods (Ntege et al., 2023). In the realm of environmental impact, his collaborative efforts, such as the research on organic micropollutants in aquatic environments (Wang et al., 2022), showcase his commitment to water quality and ecosystem health. Additionally, his contributions extend to evaluating climate data reliability for water resource management (Garibay et al., 2021) and exploring smallholder farmers’ perceptions of agricultural drought adaptation technologies (Mfitumukiza et al., 2020). Dr. Kiggundu’s multidisciplinary approach includes assessing greenhouse gas emissions in farming systems (Kiggundu et al., 2019) and employing modeling for rainfed maize growth (Mibulo and Kiggundu, 2018). His dedication to understanding land use changes in critical areas like the Murchison Bay Catchment (Kiggundu et al., 2018) underscores his commitment to sustainable agricultural and environmental practices. Overall, his research endeavors contribute significantly to the intersection of agriculture, water resources, and environmental sustainability. 🌍🌱

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