Mureed Husain | pest management products | Best Researcher Award

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Dr Mureed Husain | Pest Management Products | Best Researcher Award

Researcher at  King Saud University, Saudi Arabia

Dr. Mureed Husain is a Pakistani national with expertise in Agriculture Entomology and Biotechnology. He holds a PhD in Entomology from King Saud University, where he conducted research on molecular characterization and RNAi knockdown of vitellogenin and its receptor genes in the almond moth, Cadra cautella.

Profile

Academic Qualifications:

🎓 PhD: Entomology, King Saud University, 2018 (CGPA: 4.73/5). 🎓 M.Sc: Entomology, King Saud University, 2013 (CGPA: 4.68/5). 🎓 B.Sc: Arid Agriculture University, Agriculture Entomology, 2005 (CGPA: 3.45/4)

Notable Contributions:

📝 Successfully employed Vg-based RNAi biotechnology for managing pests like Red Palm Weevil and Almond Moth. 🌿 Led projects funded by prestigious institutions like King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology (KACST) and Deanship of Scientific Research, King Saud University. 📚 Contributed to numerous research papers focusing on environmentally friendly pest management strategies.

Research Focus: Pest Management Products

Dr. Mureed Husain specializes in developing innovative pest management products with a focus on sustainable agriculture. His research aims to address the challenges posed by pests in agricultural settings while minimizing environmental impact. His notable contributions include:

  • Integrated Pest Management (IPM): Dr. Husain explores integrated approaches to pest management, combining biological, cultural, and chemical methods for effective control.
  • Entomopathogenic Agents: He investigates the use of entomopathogenic fungi such as Beauveria bassiana and Metarhizium anisopliae, along with entomopathogenic nematodes, as biocontrol agents against a variety of pests.
  • RNAi Biotechnology: Dr. Husain has successfully utilized RNA interference (RNAi) technology to target vital genes in pest insects, offering a novel approach to pest control with reduced environmental impact.
  • Environmentally Friendly Formulations: His research emphasizes the development of environmentally friendly formulations for pest management products, contributing to sustainable agricultural practices.

 

Publications Top Notes 📰

  1. “Effects of temperature on the development of Ephestia cautella (Walker)(Pyralidae: Lepidoptera): a case study for its possible control under storage conditions” – Published in the Pakistan Journal of Zoology, 2013.
  2. “Effectiveness of carbon dioxide against different developmental stages of Cadra cautella and Tribolium castaneum” – Published in Environmental Science and Pollution Research, 2017.
  3. “Comparative Efficacy of CO2 and Ozone Gases Against Ephestia cautella (Lepidoptera: Pyralidae) Larvae Under Different Temperature Regimes” – Published in the Journal of Insect Science, 2015.
  4. “Changes in the nutritional composition of maize flour due to Tribolium castaneum infestation and application of carbon dioxide to manage this pest” – Published in Environmental Science and Pollution Research, 2018.
  5. “Biological Traits of Cadra cautella (Lepidoptera: Pyralidae) Reared on Khodari Date Fruits Under Different Temperature Regimes” – Published in the Journal of Economic Entomology, 2017.
  6. “Role of honey bees (Apis mellifera L.) foraging activities in increased fruit setting and production of apples (Malus domestica)” – Published in the Pakistan Journal of Agricultural Research, 2017.

 

Jalal Jalali Sendi | Natural Products | Best Researcher Award

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Prof Jalal Jalali Sendi | Natural Products | Best Researcher Award

Professor at University of Guilan,Iran

Jalal Jalali Sendi is a distinguished scholar affiliated with the University of Guilan. With a focus on insect immunology, natural products, and cell lines, Jalali Sendi has made significant contributions to these fields through research and academic endeavors. Their work, often verified through email at guilan.ac.ir, underscores their expertise and commitment to advancing knowledge in entomology and related disciplines.

Publication Profile:🌟👨‍🎓

🌱 Research Focus: Natural Products

Jalal Jalali Sendi, affiliated with the University of Guilan, has a significant research focus on natural products, particularly in the realm of insect immunology. Their work delves into understanding how natural compounds derived from plants and other sources affect insect immune responses and physiology. By exploring the interactions between insects and natural products, they aim to identify potential bioactive compounds for pest management and to gain insights into insect defense mechanisms. This research has implications for sustainable agriculture and the development of eco-friendly pest control strategies.

Citations:

Jalal Jalali Sendi has garnered significant recognition in the academic community, with a total citation count of 3227 and 1835 citations since 2019. Their contributions have resulted in an h-index of 31, reflecting the impact of their work in the field. Additionally, they have an i10-index of 80, indicating the number of publications with at least 10 citations. This demonstrates their sustained influence and productivity in their research area.

 

Publications Top Notes:

  1. “Effects of Artemisia annua L. on nutritional physiology and enzyme activities of elm leaf beetle, Xanthogaleruca luteola Mull.” published in Pesticide Biochemistry and Physiology in 2008, with 213 citations.
  2. “The effects of Artemisia annua L. and Achillea millefolium L. crude leaf extracts on the toxicity, development, feeding efficiency and chemical activities of small cabbage…” published in Pesticide Biochemistry and Physiology in 2011, cited 107 times.
  3. “A juvenile hormone analog, pyriproxifen, affects some biochemical components in the hemolymph and fat bodies of Eurygaster integriceps Puton” published in Pesticide Biochemistry and Physiology in 2011, with 106 citations.
  4. “Diazinon Resistance in Different Selected Strains of Chilo suppressalis in Northern Iran” published in the Journal of Economic Entomology in 2009, cited 93 times.
  5. “Effect of Lavandula angustifolia essential oil against lesser mulberry pyralid Glyphodes pyloalis Walker (Lep: Pyralidae) and identification of its major derivatives” published in Pesticide Biochemistry and Physiology in 2013, with 89 citations.
  6. “Effect of heavy metals (Cd, Cu, and Zn) on feeding indices and energy reserves of the cotton bollworm Helicoverpa armigera Hübner” published in the Journal of Plant Protection Research in 2014, cited 75 times.