Shahzad Ali | Crop Cultivation | Best Researcher Award

Dr Shahzad Ā Ali | Crop Cultivation |Ā Best Researcher Award

Lecturer atĀ Hazara University, Mansehra,Pakistan

Shahzad Ali is a Pakistani national with extensive expertise in agronomy and crop cultivation. He holds a Ph.D. in Crop Cultivation and Farming System Ecology from Northwest A & F University in China, an M.Phil in Agronomy from the University of Agriculture, Peshawar, and a B.Sc (Honors) in Agronomy from the same institution.

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šŸŽ“ Education:

PhD in Crop Cultivation and Farming System (Ecology) from Northwest A & F University, China (2015-2018). M.Phil (Honr’s) in Agronomy from The University of Agriculture, Peshawar (2012-2013). B.Sc (Honr’s) in Agronomy from The University of Agriculture, Peshawar (2008-2011)

šŸ‘Øā€šŸ”¬ Professional Experience:

Postdoctoral Fellowship at the School of Life Sciences, Zhejiang Normal University (June 2022 – March 2024). Lecturer at the Department of Agriculture, Hazara University, Pakistan (December 2020 – June 2022). Young Talent Researcher at Grassland Agricultural Science and Technology College of Lanzhou University (March 2020 – December 2020). Postdoctoral Fellowship at Qingdao University (May 2018 – March 2020). Research Associate in research projects sponsored by HEC (June 2011 – June 2013)

šŸ”¬ Scientific Research Projects:

Natural Science Youth Project of Shandong Province: Research on the spatial-temporal characteristics of drought along the Belt and Road based on remote sensing and ground observation. China Postdoctoral Science Foundation: Research on spatial-temporal distribution of drought in the Belt and Road region based on big data of satellite remote sensing information. University Level Special Fund for Postdoctoral Research of Qingdao University: Investigation of spatial-temporal distribution of drought in the Belt and Road region based on big data of satellite remote sensing information. Zhejiang Normal University Postdoctoral Research Special Fund: Analysis of the Relationship between Vegetation Dynamics, Drought Sensitivity, and Climate Change in East Asia from 1982 to 2019.

šŸŒ± Research Focus: Crop Cultivation

Crop Ecology: Understanding the interactions between crops and their environment, including soil, climate, and biotic factors, to optimize cultivation practices. Crop Physiology: Investigating the physiological processes of crops, such as growth, development, and responses to environmental stresses, to improve yield and quality. Crop Management: Developing innovative and sustainable crop management strategies, including irrigation techniques, nutrient management, and pest control, to maximize productivity while minimizing environmental impact. Crop Breeding and Genetics: Exploring genetic variability in crops and employing breeding techniques to develop new cultivars with improved traits, such as disease resistance, drought tolerance, and nutritional content. Agroecology: Integrating ecological principles into agricultural systems to promote biodiversity, ecosystem services, and resilience, fostering sustainable crop production.

Citations:

  • Citations (Since 2019): 3578
  • h-index (Since 2019): 31
  • i10-index (Since 2019): 86

 

Publications Top Notes:

  1. “Biochar soil amendment on alleviation of drought and salt stress in plants: a critical review”
    • Authors: S Ali, M Rizwan, MF Qayyum, YS Ok, M Ibrahim, M Riaz, MS Arif, F Hafeez, …
    • Published in: Environmental Science and Pollution Research, 2017
    • Citations: 514
  2. “Assessment of climate impact on vegetation dynamics over East Africa from 1982 to 2015”
    • Authors: W Kalisa, T Igbawua, M Henchiri, S Ali, S Zhang, Y Bai, J Zhang
    • Published in: Scientific reports, 2019
    • Citations: 158
  3. “Plastic-film mulching for enhanced water-use efficiency and economic returns from maize fields in semiarid China”
    • Authors: P Zhang, T Wei, T Cai, S Ali, Q Han, X Ren, Z Jia
    • Published in: Frontiers in plant science, 2017
    • Citations: 110
  4. “Effects of planting patterns and sowing densities on grain-filling, radiation use efficiency and yield of maize (Zea mays L.) in semi-arid regions”
    • Authors: Q Jia, L Sun, H Mou, S Ali, D Liu, Y Zhang, P Zhang, X Ren, Z Jia
    • Published in: Agricultural Water Management, 2018
    • Citations: 93
  5. “Optimizing the phosphorus use in cotton by using CSM-CROPGRO-cotton model for semi-arid climate of Vehari-Punjab, Pakistan”
    • Authors: A Amin, W Nasim, M Mubeen, M Nadeem, L Ali, HM Hammad, SR Sultana, …
    • Published in: Environmental Science and Pollution Research, 2017
    • Citations: 81
  6. “Mulch covered ridges affect grain yield of maize through regulating root growth and root-bleeding sap under simulated rainfall conditions”
    • Authors: Q Jia, K Chen, Y Chen, S Ali, A Sohail, S Fahad
    • Published in: Soil and Tillage Research, 2018
    • Citations: 76

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.

šŸŒ± 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.

 

Raoudha Abdellaoui | Plants for Food | Best Researcher Award

Prof DrĀ Ā RaoudhaĀ Abdellaoui |Ā Plants for Food |Ā Best Researcher Award

Researcher atĀ Ā Institut des RĆ©gions Arides-MĆ©denine,Ā Tunisia

Raoudha Abdellaoui, born on January 15, 1973, in Tunis, Tunisia, is a dedicated researcher in the field of Range Ecology. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Natural Sciences and pursued her academic journey at the Faculty of Science of Tunis, where she earned a Diploma of Deeper Study (D.E.A) in plant physiology in 2000 and completed her Ph.D. thesis in biology in 2009.

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šŸŽ“ Education:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Natural Sciences (1997) – Faculty of Science of Tunis, Tunisia
  • Diploma of Deeper Study (D.E.A) in Plant Physiology (2000) – Faculty of Science of Tunis, Tunisia
  • Ph.D. in Biology (2009) – Faculty of Science of Tunis, Tunisia

šŸ‘©ā€šŸ”¬ Professional Journey:

  • Researcher at Range Ecology Laboratory, Arid Regions Institute (IRA), Medenine, Tunisia (October 2008 – Present)
  • Teleactris at Teleperformance – SociĆ©tĆ© Tunisienne de TĆ©lĆ©marketing Tunis (November 2007 – May 2008)
  • Contractual Assistant at Faculty of Sciences of Gafsa (September 2004 – February 2006)
  • Contractual Researcher at National Agronomic Institute of Tunisia (INRAT) (December 2001 – November 2002, June 2003 – November 2003)

šŸ”¬ Research Focus:

Raoudha Abdellaoui’s research primarily focuses on understanding the ecological and physiological responses of plants to environmental stressors, particularly in arid and saline environments. She has contributed significantly to the study of plant germination responses, biomass production, and seed development across various species. Her work sheds light on the intricate mechanisms by which plants adapt to challenging conditions, providing valuable insights into strategies for conservation and sustainable management of natural resources. Through her interdisciplinary approach, Raoudha aims to unravel the complexities of plant-environment interactions, ultimately contributing to the resilience and survival of plant species in harsh ecological niches.

citations:
  • Raoudha Abdellaoui has received 432 citations across 340 documents.
  • She has authored or co-authored 47 documents.
  • Her h-index is 14.

The h-index is a measure of both the productivity and impact of a researcher’s publications. It means that there are at least 14 documents that have each been cited at least 14 times.

Publications Top Notes

  1. Title: Modeling germination responses of three Mediterranean stem-succulent halophytes to salinity and temperature
    • Source: Aquatic Botany
    • Date: May 2024
    • DOI: 10.1016/j.aquabot.2024.103757
  2. Title: Comparative Floral and Seed Anatomy of Newly Identified Sarcocornia and Salicornia Species in Tunisia: Insights into Anther Development, Megasporogenesis, and Embryological Characteristics
    • Source: Preprint
    • Date: December 25, 2023
    • DOI: 10.21203/rs.3.rs-3764465/v1
  3. Title: Modeling germination responses of three stem-succulent halophytes of Mediterranean salt marshes to salinity and temperature
    • Source: Preprint
    • Date: April 26, 2023
    • DOI: 10.21203/rs.3.rs-2859687/v1
  4. Title: Minerals, fatty acids, and antioxidant activity in sea knotgrass (Polygonum maritimum L.) seeds
    • Source: Natural Product Research
    • Date: April 18, 2023
    • DOI: 10.1080/14786419.2021.2000411
  5. Title: Effect of Seasonal Environmental Changes on Leaf Anatomical Responses of Limoniastrum guyonianum in Sabkha Biotope
    • Source: Conference paper
    • Date: June 16, 2022
    • DOI: 10.3390/environsciproc2022016012

Raoudha Abdellaoui’s research interests seem to focus on plant biology, ecology, and environmental responses, particularly in arid and saline environments. Her contributions demonstrate a dedication to understanding the complexities of plant life in challenging ecological conditions.