Archana Singh | Plant Biology | Best Researcher Award

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Dr Archana Singh | Plant Biology | Best Researcher Award

Principal Scientist at  ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute, India

Dr. Archana Singh is a distinguished Principal Scientist in Biochemistry at the Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI) in New Delhi, India. Born on June 19th, 1964, she has made significant contributions to the fields of plant biology, genomics, and molecular biology.

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🎓 Education:

B.Sc. in Botany, Chemistry, Zoology from Lucknow University, 1984 (77.1%). M.Sc. in Biochemistry from Lucknow University, 1986 (70.1%). Proficiency in German Language, 1987, Lucknow University. Ph.D. in Biochemistry from Lucknow University, 1992

👩‍💼 Work Experience:

Senior Scientist (Biochemistry) at ICAR-IARI, New Delhi since January 2010. Postdoctoral Fellow at Lucknow University, CSIR, DBT (NRCPB), and DBT (NRCPB), 1994-2010

🏅 Awards & Recognition:

Junior and Senior Research Fellowships from UGC, Govt. of India. Young Scientist Award from IUBMB. International Technology Award from World Technology Network. Recognition from the Indian Prime Minister and Ministry of Agriculture, Govt. of India

🔬 Research Focus: Plant Biology

👩‍🔬 Dr. Archana Singh is a distinguished Principal Scientist specializing in Biochemistry at the Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI), New Delhi. Her research primarily focuses on Plant Biology, delving into the intricate mechanisms underlying plant growth, development, and stress responses.

🌿 With a keen interest in understanding the biochemical pathways and molecular regulation in plants, Dr. Singh’s work contributes significantly to enhancing agricultural productivity and resilience in the face of environmental challenges.

📚 Over the years, Dr. Singh has led numerous research projects and published extensively in esteemed scientific journals, shedding light on critical aspects of plant biochemistry and molecular biology.

🌟 Her dedication and expertise make her an invaluable asset to the field of Plant Biology, driving forward our understanding of plant systems and their interactions with the environment.

Citations:

Dr. Archana Singh has amassed an impressive scholarly impact, with 4,854 citations across 4,494 documents. Her research has been published in 138 documents, contributing to an h-index of 28. This indicates that Dr. Singh’s work has been widely recognized and cited within the scientific community, reflecting the significance and influence of her contributions to the field of Plant Biology.

 

Publications Top Notes

  1. DNA methylome analysis provides insights into gene regulatory mechanism for better performance of rice under fluctuating environmental conditions: epigenomics of adaptive plasticity
    • Authors: Kumar, S., Seem, K., Kumar, S., …, Krishnan, S.G., Mohapatra, T.
    • Journal: Planta, 2024, 259(1), 4
  2. Lentinan, β-glucan from Shiitake (Lentinula edodes): A review on structure, conformational transition, and gastrointestinal interaction contributing towards its anti-diabetic potential
    • Authors: Chakraborty, S., Beura, M., Sharma, S.K., …, Dahuja, A., Krishnan, V.
    • Journal: Trends in Food Science and Technology, 2023, 142, 104224
  3. Dynamics of physico-chemical properties towards understanding the optimum ageing of basmati and non-basmati rice (Oryza sativa L.) for consumer preferences
    • Authors: Thakare, S.S., Awana, M., Warwate, S.I., …, Krishnan, V., Singh, A.
    • Journal: Journal of Cereal Science, 2023, 112, 103714
  4. Optimization of paclobutrazol dose for mitigation of water-deficit stress in rice (Oryza Sativa L.)
    • Authors: Maheshwari, C., Garg, N.K., Singh, A., Tyagi, A.
    • Journal: Biochemical Systematics and Ecology, 2023, 107, 104596
  5. A quick and simple gel diffusion assay to visualize and quantify pullulanase activity for resistant starch content in food crops
    • Authors: Krishnan, V., Awana, M., Kulshreshta, A., Praveen, S., Singh, A.
    • Journal: Journal of Plant Biochemistry and Biotechnology, 2023, 32(1), pp. 189–195
  6. A novel micronutrients and methyl jasmonate cocktail of elicitors via seed priming improves drought tolerance by mitigating oxidative stress in rice (Oryza sativa L.)
    • Authors: Samota, M.K., Awana, M., Krishnan, V., …, Mithra, S.V.A., Singh, A.
    • Journal: Protoplasma, 2023
  7. Tackling banded leaf and sheath blight disease of maize through activation of host defense
    • Authors: Hamidi, S.M., Gogoi, R., Kumar, A., …, Yadav, R., Dorjee, L.
    • Journal: Frontiers in Agronomy, 2023, 5, 1229717
  8. Insight of PBZ mediated drought amelioration in crop plants
    • Authors: Maheshwari, C., Garg, N.K., Hasan, M., …, Singh, A., Tyagi, A.
    • Journal: Frontiers in Plant Science, 2022, 13, 1008993

 

Maximilien Azalou | Food Resources | Best Researcher Award

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Dr Maximilien Azalou | Food Resources | Best Researcher Award

Research Assistant at  University of Parakou, Benin

Maximilien Azalou, a Beninese national born on September 28, 1988, is a dedicated researcher and expert in agronomic sciences, specializing in animal production. Currently based in Parakou, Benin, he serves as a Research Associate at the Laboratory of Ecology, Health, and Animal Production (LESPA). His work focuses on various crucial aspects including the valorization of food resources for domestic animals, sustainable management of transhumance, and the design of innovative breeding systems in response to climate change.

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🎓 Education:

Ph.D. in Agronomic Sciences, University of Parakou, 2019-2023. M.Sc. in Animal Production, University of Parakou, 2014-2017. Professional Master in Agricultural Sciences, University of Parakou, 2014-2016. Bachelor’s Degree in Agronomic Sciences, University of Parakou, 2009-2012

💼 Work Experience:

Research Associate at Laboratory of Ecology, Health and Animal Production (LESPA), Parakou, Benin, since 2015. Supervisor of Field Agents at Wake-Up Africa NGO, Benin, 2018. Part-Time Teacher at Kika Agricultural Technical High School, Parakou, Benin, 2016. Trainee at Communal Sector for Agricultural Development of Abomey-Calavi, Benin, 2014

📝 Skills:

  • Statistical data analysis
  • Report and scientific article writing
  • Monitoring and supervision of students

Maximilien Azalou is a passionate researcher and educator dedicated to sustainable agricultural practices, particularly in the management of pastoral resources and livestock production. With extensive experience in academia, research, and fieldwork, he strives to address the challenges of food security and climate change in Benin.

📚 Research Focus:

Valorization of food resources for animal nutrition. Sustainable management of transhumance and pastoral resources .Design of innovative breeding systems in climate change. Adaptation of cattle herders to climate change. Population dynamics of domestic ruminant populations. Improvement of milk and meat production of local breeds. Study of rangeland productivity and carrying capacity

 

Publications Top Notes

  1. The functional traits and threats to the Borgou cattle breed as perceived by farmers in Benin
    • Authors: Worogo, H.S.S., Hessa, C.C., Assani, A.S., Assogba, B.G.C., Alkoiret, I.T.
    • Journal: Pastoralism, 2022, 12(1), 16
    • Citations: 1
  2. Body Conformation Analysis through Biometric Traits in Borgou Cattle Breed Reared on Station Conservation Farm in Northern Benin
    • Authors: Worogo, H.S.S., Tchokponhoué, U., Idrissou, Y., Adjassin, J.S., Alkoiret, I.T.
    • Journal: Iranian Journal of Applied Animal Science, 2021, 11(2), pp. 241–247
    • Citations: 3
  3. Towards community-based in situ conservation strategies: a typological analysis of Borgou cattle herding systems in northeastern Benin
    • Authors: Worogo, H.S.S., Idrissou, R., Assani, A.S., Alabi, C.D.A., Alkoiret, I.T.
    • Journal: Tropical Animal Health and Production, 2020, 52(3), pp. 1055–1064
    • Citations: 7
  4. Pastoral calendar and transhumance map of herders using pastoral resources in Djidja Commune in Southern Benin | Calendrier pastoral et carte de transhumance des éleveurs exploitant les ressources pastorales de la commune de Djidja au Sud Bénin
    • Authors: Azalou, M., Assani Seidou, A., Assogba, B.G.C., Baco, M.N., Alkoiret Traoré, I.
    • Journal: Revue d’Elevage et de Medecine Veterinaire des Pays Tropicaux(France), 2019, 72(1), pp. 3–11
    • Citations: 3
  5. Effect of pelleting a food with soybean pulp (okara) on fattening local rabbits in north-benin | Effet de la granulation d’un aliment avec pulpe de soja (okara) sur l’engraissement de lapins locaux au nord-bénin
    • Authors: Alabi, C.D.A., Azalou, M., Adjassin, J.S., Akpo, Y., Alkoiret, I.T.
    • Journal: Livestock Research for Rural Development, 2019, 31(5)
    • Citations: 1

Ntombokulunga Mbuma | Sustainable Nutrition | Young Scientist Award

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Dr  Ntombokulunga Mbuma: Sustainable Nutrition
Researcher at Agricultural Research Council, South Africa

Wow, Ntombokulunga Wedy Mbuma is quite the accomplished individual! Her dedication to sustainable agriculture is impressive, especially with her extensive background in plant breeding and research. It’s clear she’s not just passionate but also excelling in her field. Her journey from a BSc in Biochemistry to a PhD in Plant Breeding is quite a feat. And those awards and recognitions? Truly a testament to her hard work and academic excellence.

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Education
  • PhD: Plant Breeding – University of the Free State (2017–2019)
  • MSc: Agriculture Plant Breeding “with Distinction” – University of the Free State (2015–2016)
  • BSc: Agriculture honours Plant Breeding – University of the Free State (2014)
  • BSc: Biochemistry – University of the Free State (2010–2013)
SKILLS AND EXPERTISE

Educational: Plant breeding, quantitative genetics, molecular breeding, statistical analysis
Research: Methodology, data collection, statistical analysis, scientific writing
Supervision: Postgraduate students
Project Management: Sugarcane, cowpea, bambara groundnut
Computing: PowerPoint, Excel, Word
Language: English, IsiXhosa, IsiZulu

RESEARCH AREAS OF INTEREST

Optimization of conventional plant breeding. Early generation and family evaluation of sugarcane and vegetable crops. Nutritional value of vegetable crops

ACHIEVEMENTS

Excellence Academic achievement prize for Best MSc and PhD Plant Breeding student. SASTA and SAPBA Student Awards for outstanding presentations. Outstanding reviewer for Crop Science Society of America Journal. Recognition as a senior reviewer for African Journal of Food, Agriculture, Nutrition, and Development

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATION

Member of the Southern African Plant Breeders’ Association. Member of the Crop Science Society of America Journal. Senior reviewer of the African Journal of Food, Agriculture, Nutrition, and Development. Associate Editor of the Crop Science Society of America Journal

REFERENCES

Prof. Maryke Labuschagne: Mentor and SARChI Chair in Quality and Diseases of Field Crops – UFS. Prof. Marvellous Zhou: Plant breeding project manager (SASRI), Supervisor – SASRI and UFS. Dr. Rouxlene van der Merwe: Senior lecturer – UFS. Dr. Makoena Moloi: Senior lecturer – UFS. Ms. Moipei Lichakane: Junior Plant Breeder – SASRI

🍇 Research Focus:

Ntombokulunga Wedy Mbuma’s research is dedicated to advancing sustainable agriculture through innovative crop improvement strategies. Her work spans sugarcane breeding, exploring elite family selection rates and evaluating parental contributions to cane yield. Beyond sugarcane, she delves into cowpea, assessing Southern African germplasm for seed yield, mineral elements, and phytochemical contents. Mbuma’s contributions extend to the diversity in seed protein, minerals, and fatty acid composition of the Bambara groundnut germplasm. With a keen eye on nutritional traits, she explores the expression of cowpea’s nutritional qualities under diverse agro-ecological conditions, emphasizing resilience and nutritional value in vegetable crops. 🌾

 

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