Seenivasa Moorthy T | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Seenivasa Moorthy T | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

Mr at Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education, krishnankoil. Research Scholar. India

Mr. Seenivasa Moorthy is a dedicated research scholar with extensive expertise in microbiology and biotechnology. He earned his M.Sc. in Microbiology from Ayya Nadar Janaki Ammal College, Sivakasi, graduating with distinction in 2020. His educational journey also includes a B.Sc. in Microbiology, a Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology (DMLT), and a Post Graduate Diploma in Information Technology (PGDIT), all from the same institution under Madurai Kamaraj University. Mr. Moorthy is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Biotechnology (2022-2025) at Kalasalingam School of Agricultural and Horticulture (KSAH), focusing on the “Characterization of native actinomycetes with AgNO3 nanoparticles” under the guidance of Dr. R. Kannan. His career reflects a commitment to applying his knowledge for advancements in microbiology, demonstrated by multiple certifications in apiculture, biofertilizer production, medical laboratory technology, and food processing. 🔬 Microbiology & Biotechnology | 📚 Scholar | 🌿 Innovation Enthusiast

Profile

Scholar

Education 🎓

Mr. Seenivasa Moorthy has built a strong foundation in microbiology and related fields through comprehensive education. He completed his B.Sc. in Microbiology (2016-2019) at Ayya Nadar Janaki Ammal College, Sivakasi, with a distinction (76.55%). He then pursued an M.Sc. in Microbiology (2019-2020), graduating with distinction (80.4%). Additionally, Mr. Moorthy earned a Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology (2020-2021) and a Post Graduate Diploma in Information Technology (2019-2020) with high academic performance. His education was complemented by stellar high school results, including a remarkable 95.40% in SSLC from Vinayakar Matric Hr. Sec. School. Currently, Mr. Moorthy is working on his Ph.D. in Biotechnology (2022-2025) at Kalasalingam Academy of Research and Education (KARE), focusing on innovative research with potential agricultural and clinical applications.

Experience 🧑‍🏫

Dr. María José Ruiz Leal’s extensive career at the Universitat de València (UV) commenced in 1998 with teaching and research roles, evolving from Assistant to Full Professor by 2018. Her work includes academic coordination of the Master’s in Food Quality and Safety program since 2023. She has directed numerous research initiatives, leading eight significant projects and collaborating in about 20 regional, national, and international studies. Her focus lies in evaluating chemical impacts through in vitro cell cultures and in vivo methods, contributing to over 200 scientific congresses and publishing 131 papers in peer-reviewed journals, 90 of which are in Q1. Her experience is complemented by supervising 12 high-quality doctoral theses.

Certifications and Training 📜

Mr. Seenivasa Moorthy’s professional development includes diverse certifications that expand his technical expertise. Notably, he completed an online course on Apiculture in May 2020, securing a 70% pass rate. He also obtained a Certificate in Medical Laboratory Technology (2018-2019) with an 83% score and a Certificate in Biofertilizer Production Technology (2017-2018) with 84.5%. Further showcasing his proactive learning approach, he completed a Certificate in Food Processing and Preservation (2016-2017), scoring 84.5%. These certifications underline his dedication to applying scientific knowledge to practical and multidisciplinary fields, supporting his robust academic profile and ongoing Ph.D. research.

 Research Focus🧪

Mr. Seenivasa Moorthy’s Ph.D. research at Kalasalingam School of Agricultural and Horticulture (KSAH) under Dr. R. Kannan focuses on the “Characterization of native actinomycetes with AgNO3 nanoparticles.” This research delves into the exploration of actinomycetes for their potential to produce innovative, sustainable solutions in biotechnology, particularly in antimicrobial applications. Through his extensive academic background and various certifications in microbiology and food preservation, Mr. Moorthy aims to bridge the gap between laboratory findings and real-world applications in agriculture and medicine. His research interests are directed towards the application of microbial technologies for health and environmental benefits.

Conclusion 🏆

This individual exhibits remarkable academic and research potential, coupled with a strong dedication to contributing to both scientific knowledge and community development. Their ongoing research in biotechnology, particularly in enhancing agricultural productivity and sustainable practices, shows promise for significant real-world applications. With continued professional development, particularly in international collaborations and higher-profile journal publications, they have the potential to become a leading figure in their field. Their commitment to excellence makes them a strong contender for the Best Researcher Award.

Publications 📚

  • “Cost-Benefit Assessment of Solid-Based Biofertilizer Production”
    • Authors: R. Kannan, T.S. Moorthy
    • Source: Agricultural Microbiology Based Entrepreneurship: Making Money from Microbes
    • Cited by: 1
    • Year: 2022

 

  • “Role of Actinomycetes in Disease Control in Agriculture and Horticulture Crops”
    • Authors: T.S.M. R. Kannan
    • Publication Details: Volume 28, Issue 2, pages 14-18
    • Cited by: Not specified
    • Year: 2022

 

 

Tammi Jonas | Political ecology | Best Researcher Award

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 Dr. Tammi Jonas | Political ecology | Best Researcher Award

Experienced Agroecologist and President of the Australian Food Sovereignty Alliance, leading Jonai Farms & Meatsmiths since 2011. Specializes in heritage breed livestock and operates a Primesafe-licensed butcher shop. Educator in butchery and meat literacy. Lecturer at Southern Cross University, former Senior Risk Analyst at TEQSA, and past leadership roles in various agricultural and educational organizations. Holds a PhD in Agriculture & Environment, a Certificate IV in Meat Processing, and postgraduate degrees in Cultural Studies and Education. Advocates for smallholders at international forums, promoting agroecology and food sovereignty

Profile

Scholar

Education 🎓

PhD in Agriculture & Environment, University of Western Australia (2024) 🌱Dissertation: Australia’s New Peasantry and the Rise of Agroecology: Biodiverse, Decolonial and Non-Capitalist Praxes on Small-Scale FarmsInvestigating the biodiverse, non-capitalist, and anti-colonial values and practices of small-scale livestock farmers, and how to build an agroecological state.Certificate IV in Meat Processing (Meat Safety) (2022) 🥩Meat InspectorTo undertake inspection in future Meat Collective @ Jonai Abattoir.PhD (non-completion) in Cultural Studies, University of Melbourne (2006-2014) 📚Dissertation: Eating the Vernacular, Being Cosmopolitan: Melbourne Culinary EconomiesPostgraduate Diploma in Arts (Cultural Studies), University of Melbourne (2005) 📜Postgraduate Bachelor of Education, Deakin University (1996) 🎓CTEFLA, RSA/Cambridge Certificate, Holmes College (1993) 📚Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, University of California, San Diego (1993) 🧠

Relevant Experience 📚

Jonai Farms & Meatsmiths (2011-present) 🌾

Agroecologist🐖 Farm heritage breed Large Black pastured pigs & Dairy Short Horn cattle.🥩 Operate a Primesafe-licensed on-farm butcher’s shop producing fresh cuts, smallgoods, and charcuterie under HAACP since 2014.👩‍🏫 Teach workshops on butchering, salami making, and meat literacy.🏗️ Recently attained development approval to build a collectively governed on-farm micro-abattoir for approximately 15 smallholders.

Australian Food Sovereignty Alliance (AFSA) (2014-present) 🌍

President

🌟 Represent smallholders at local, state, national, and international levels, including across processes of FAO, the CBD, the ITPGRFA, the CGRFA, ASEAN, and the CSIPM.🌐 AFSA is a member of:the IPC for Food Sovereignty (coordinator of Asia Pacific regional committee and the working group on agricultural biodiversity),La Via Campesina, andUrgenci: the international network for community-supported agriculture.

Publications Top Notes 📝

1. Eating the Vernacular, Being Cosmopolitan

Journal: Cultural Studies Review 19 (1), 117-137, 2013
Citations: 23

2. Health Before Medicine: Community Resilience in Food Landscapes

Authors: RG Wallace, R Alders, R Kock, T Jonas, R Wallace, L Hogerwerf
Source: One Planet, One Health: Looking After Humans, Animals and the Environment, 2019
Citations: 13

3. Industrial Agricultural Environments

Authors: RG Wallace, A Liebman, D Weisberger, T Jonas, L Bergmann, R Kock, …
Journal: Routledge Handbook of Biosecurity and Invasive Species, 194-214, 2021
Citations: 12

4. Peoples’ Solutions to Food Systems Transformation in Asia and the Pacific

Journal: Development 64 (3), 295-298, 2021
Citations: 7

5. Developing a Critical Writing Pedagogy: A Discontinuous Narrative

Authors: B Kamler, K Cousins, T Jonas, B Lawson, D Linden
Journal: English in Australia, 24-42, 1997
Citations: 5

6. Regenerative Agriculture and Agroecology—What’s in a Name?

Journal: Food Ethics 24 (6), 2021
Citations: 4

7. The Research Education Experience: Investigating Higher Degree by Research Candidates’ Experiences in Australian Universities

Authors: T Jonas, CA Croker
Year: 2012
Citations: 3

8. Agroecology for Structural One Health

Authors: T Jonas, B Trethewey
Journal: Development 66 (3), 238-244, 2023
Citations: 1

9. Responsibility to Country: Decolonizing Agriculture with Agroecology in Australia

Authors: T Jonas, A Wessell
Journal: Climate Change and Environmental Sustainability 8 (2), 254-260, 2020
Citations: 1

10. What’s Natural About Capital? Agroecology as Resistance to the New Frontier of Colonial Capitalist Carbon Farming

Journal: Capitalism Nature Socialism, 2024