Pavlo Lykhovyd | Agriculture | Young Scientist Award

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Dr. Pavlo Lykhovyd | Agriculture | Young Scientist Award

Institute of Climate-Smart Agriculture of the National Academy of Agrarian Sciences of Ukraine | Ukraine

Dr. Pavlo Lykhovyd is a distinguished agricultural scientist and leading researcher at the Institute of Climate-Smart Agriculture of the National Academy of Agrarian Sciences of Ukraine. With a Doctorate in Agricultural Sciences, he specializes in land reclamation, irrigated and precision agriculture, agroecology, GIS/remote sensing, and AI/ML applications in agriculture. Over the course of his career, he has published more than 400 articles, including over 50 in WoS/Scopus-indexed journals, and contributed to highly cited works in the field. As head of the Council of Young Scientists, Pavlo has led numerous innovative projects on crop production, adaptive technologies, and digital agriculture, including GIS-based remote sensing applications and predictive modeling for irrigation and yield optimization. His work integrates scientific research with practical applications, providing consultancy to private farms and collaborating internationally on crop adaptation studies. Pavlo has authored books on neural networks in agriculture and crop production on reclaimed lands, and holds multiple patents and copyrights for agricultural software, including the Ukraine Crop Production Map and AI-driven irrigation tools. His contributions have advanced agricultural digitalization, resource-efficient irrigation, and agroecological zoning, directly enhancing productivity and sustainability in Ukraine’s steppe regions. Recognized with the President of Ukraine Prize for Young Scientists, he continues to pioneer AI and remote sensing solutions for large-scale crop monitoring, yield prediction, and climate-smart agriculture. Pavlo actively participates as a guest reviewer and editorial board member in international journals, promoting scientific rigor and innovation in modern agronomy. His research bridges traditional agricultural practices with cutting-edge technology, shaping the future of precision farming, sustainable land management, and climate-resilient agricultural systems across Ukraine and beyond.

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Featured Publications

  • Vozhehova, R. A., Lavrynenko, Y. O., Kokovikhin, S. V., Lykhovyd, P. V., … (2018). Assessment of the CROPWAT 8.0 software reliability for evapotranspiration and crop water requirements calculations. Journal of Water and Land Development, 147–152.

  • Lykhovyd, P. (2020). Sweet corn yield simulation using normalized difference vegetation index and leaf area index. Journal of Ecological Engineering, 21(3), 34.

  • Lykhovyd, P. (2021). Irrigation needs in Ukraine according to current aridity level. Journal of Ecological Engineering, 22(8), 30.

  • Tyshchenko, O., Tyshchenko, A., Piliarska, O., Kuts, H., & Lykhovyd, P. (n.d.). Evaluation of drought tolerance in alfalfa (Medicago sativa) genotypes in the conditions of osmotic stress. AgroLife Scientific Journal, 9(2).

 

Soumela Savvidou | Agricultural | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Soumela Savvidou |Agricultural| Best Researcher Award

Researcher At.Research Institute of Animal Science- Hellenic Agricultural Organisation -ELGO DEMETER,Greece

Dr. Soumela Savvidou is an accomplished researcher with a well-documented track record in sustainable animal nutrition and feed innovation. Her contributions through patents, high-quality publications, and academic chapters reflect a career dedicated to addressing global challenges in food production and animal welfare. With her interdisciplinary expertise and commitment to sustainability, Dr. Savvidou is a strong contender for the Best Researcher Award.

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Education:

Under Graduate Degrees .B.Sc. in Animal Production: Technological Educational Institute of Thessaloniki (2003), Grade: 7.3. Thesis focused on teaching aids for software use in Microsoft Excel and Access.B.Sc. in Rural Development: Democritus University of Thrace, Specialization in Agricultural Economics and Agricultural Business Administration (2022), Grade: 7.71. Thesis on Local Development and Cooperatives.Master’s degree ( M.sc) Animal Nutrition: University of Plymouth, U.K. (2005). Thesis investigated the impact of mineral content in calf milk replacer on E. coli transfer in calves.ph.D.Animal Nutrition and Biosecurity: University of Plymouth, U.K. (2009). Thesis involved selecting a Lactobacillus strain with probiotic properties for poultry production.

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Kamaran Rasul | Plant Biotechnology | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Kamaran Rasul | Plant Biotechnology | Best Researcher Award

Lecturer and Researcher, University of Sulaimani, Iraq

Kamaran Salh Rasul, a dedicated academician and researcher in Horticulture and Plant Biotechnology, was born on June 12, 1985, in Sulaimani, Iraq. He holds a significant position as a Lecturer in the Department of Horticulture, College of Agricultural Sciences, University of Sulaimani. Kamaran is multilingual, speaking Kurdish (mother tongue), English, and Arabic fluently. His journey in academia reflects his passion for advancing agricultural sciences, with a focus on innovative solutions to address plant stress and enhance genetic diversity. 🌟

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Education 🎓

Kamaran holds a Bachelor’s degree in Horticulture Science from the University of Sulaimani (2008), an MSc in Plant Genetic Manipulation from the University of Nottingham (2013), and a Ph.D. in Plant Biotechnology from the University of Sulaimani (2023). His academic pursuits included advanced training in English at the University of Leeds and the University of Nottingham, United Kingdom. His MSc thesis explored self-incompatibility in Petunia hybrida, while his Ph.D. focused on the response of tomato accessions to biotic and abiotic stresses. 📘

Experience 💼

Kamaran commenced his career as an Assistant Researcher in 2009 and steadily rose through academic ranks, becoming a Lecturer in 2023. He has taught courses such as Plant Tissue Culture, Principles of Genetics, Plant Breeding, and Plant Biotechnology. He actively contributes to departmental administration and curriculum development while mentoring MSc students. His international exposure includes participation in conferences and training sessions, showcasing his expertise in agricultural sciences. 🌍

Awards and Honors 🏅

Kamaran has been recognized for his impactful contributions to agricultural sciences. He actively engages with the academic community as a member of the Kurdistan Agricultural Engineers Syndicate and has played key roles in organizing training courses and departmental activities. His achievements reflect his dedication to advancing plant sciences in Kurdistan and beyond. 🏆

Research Focus 🔬

Kamaran’s research centers on plant stress tolerance, including drought, heavy metals, salt, and heat stress. He explores the use of plant extracts and nanoparticles to enhance stress resilience. His interests extend to plant genetics, diversity, molecular breeding, tissue culture, and biotic stress management. Through his work, he aims to innovate sustainable solutions for agricultural challenges and enhance genetic diversity in plants. 🌱

Conclusion 🌟

Kamaran Salh Rasul is an accomplished academic and researcher, making significant strides in agricultural sciences and biotechnology. His dedication to teaching, research, and community engagement showcases his unwavering commitment to addressing global agricultural challenges. 🌍

Publications 📚

Effect of some Plant Extracts and Media Culture on Seed Germination and Seedling Growth of Moringa oleifera (2020) – Journal of Plant Production, cited by 20.

Genetic diversity and population structure assessment of Iraqi tomato accessions (2022) – Horticulture, Environment, and Biotechnology, cited by 18.

Exogenous application of moringa water extract enhanced barley traits (2022) – Agriculture, cited by 25.

Effects of Oak Leaf Extract and Biofertilizer on Tomato under Water Stress (2022) – Agriculture, cited by 15.

Assessment of genetic variation in Iraqi barley using ISSR markers (2023) – Czech Journal of Genetics and Plant Breeding, cited by 10.

Cadmium tolerance in barley accessions (2023) – Agronomy, cited by 8.

Effect of mixing oak leaf biomass on cadmium toxicity in tomatoes (2023) – Heliyon, cited by 12.

Genetic diversity of reticulated iris accessions in Iraqi Kurdistan (2024) – Genetic Resources and Crop Evolution, cited by 5.

Analysis of genetic diversity in Iraqi durum wheat cultivars (2024) – Kirkuk University Journal of Agricultural Sciences, cited by 3.