Gidado M. J | Agricultural and Biological Sciences | Young Scientist Award

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Dr. Gidado M. J. l Agricultura l and Biological Sciences
| Young Scientist Award

University Malaysia Perlis | Nigeria

Dr. Gidado M. J. is a distinguished researcher in postharvest technology, food innovation, and nanotechnology, with a focus on developing sustainable solutions for fruit quality preservation and food safety. His work integrates green chemistry, biopolymer-based coatings, and hydrophobic deep eutectic solvent nanoemulsions to extend shelf life, control postharvest pathogens, and improve the physiological and biochemical quality of horticultural produce. By combining experimental, computational, and AI-driven approaches, he has advanced understanding of fruit physiology, microbial inhibition, and smart packaging systems. His research contributions include the design of nanobiocomposite films, edible coatings functionalized with bioactive compounds, and intelligent sensing platforms for real-time monitoring of postharvest quality. With over 20 publications in high-impact journals, one patent, and multiple awards for scientific excellence, Dr. Gidado has demonstrated significant impact on sustainable agriculture, circular food systems, and postharvest innovation. His interdisciplinary work bridges academia and industry, fostering eco-friendly technologies, digital biotechnology integration, and knowledge transfer for enhanced food security and preservation practices worldwide.

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Featured Publications

Gidado, M. J., Gunny, A. A. N., Gopinath, S. C. B., Ali, A., Wongs-Aree, C., … (2024). Challenges of postharvest water loss in fruits: Mechanisms, influencing factors, and effective control strategies–A comprehensive review. Journal of Agriculture and Food Research, 101249. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jafr.2024.101249

Gidado, M. J., Gunny, A. A. N., Gopinath, S. C. B., Wongs-Aree, C., Yusoff, N. H. A., … (2024). Effect of hydrophobic deep eutectic oil-in-water nano coating on the quality preservation of postharvest ‘Harumanis’ mango. Colloids and Surfaces A: Physicochemical and Engineering Aspects, 691, 133818. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.colsurfa.2024.133818

Gidado, M. J., Gunny, A. A. N., Gopinath, S. C. B., Wongs-Aree, C., Makhtar, M. M. Z., … (2023). Formulation of selective hydrophobic deep eutectic oil-in-water nanoemulsion as green fungicides for mitigating anthracnose fungus Colletotrichum gloeosporioides. Process Biochemistry, 135, 40–49. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.procbio.2023.01.010

Gidado, M. J., Gunny, A. A. N., Sankari, R. S. A., Gopinath, S. C. B., … (2023). Delaying the ripening of banana fruit and increased storage shelf-life using hydrophobic deep eutectic oil (Menthol–Thymol)-In-Water nanoemulsion coating. International Conference on Biomass Utilization and Sustainable Energy, 13–22.

Gidado, M. J., Gunny, A. A. N., Gopinath, S. C. B., Devi, M., Jayavalli, R., Ilyas, R. A. (2025). Challenges in selecting edible coating materials for fruit postharvest preservation and recent advances in edible coating techniques: A review. Journal of Food Science and Technology, 1–11. https://doi.org/10.1007/s13197-025-07015-4

Dhiraj Wasule | Plant Pathology | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Dhiraj Wasule | Plant Pathology | Best Researcher Award

Mr at Dr. Panjabrao Deshmukh Krishi Vidyapeeth, Akola India

Dhiraj Wasule is an Assistant Professor in Plant Pathology at Vasantrao Naik College of Agricultural Biotechnology, Yavatmal, and Dr. Panjabrao Deshmukh Krishi Vidyapeeth, Akola, Maharashtra. With an M.Sc. in Plant Pathology, he is a life member of the National Bureau of Soil Survey and Land Use Planning and the Indian Phytopathological Society. Dhiraj’s prolific research encompasses plant pathology, bioremediation, and sustainable agriculture, evidenced by his extensive publication record. Notable works include studies on CRISPR/Cas-mediated genome editing and the bioremediation of industrial dyes. His contributions significantly advance agricultural biotechnology and sustainable crop management.

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Employment 💼

  • Assistant Professor (Plant Pathology)
    • Institution: Vasantrao Naik College of Agricultural Biotechnology, Yavatmal, Maharashtra, IN
    • Duration: September 23, 2005 – Present
    • Source: Dhiraj Wasule
  • Plant Pathology
    • Institution: Dr. Panjabrao Deshmukh Krishi Vidyapeeth, Akola, Maharashtra, IN
    • Duration: September 23, 2005 – Present
    • Source: Dhiraj Wasule

Education and Qualifications 🎓

  • M.Sc. Plant Pathology (Plant Pathology)
    • Institution: Dr. Punjabrao Deshmukh Krishi Vidyapeeth, Akola, Maharashtra, IN
    • Duration: January 1, 2001 – Present
    • Source: Dhiraj Wasule

Professional Activities 🌟

  • Life Member (Plant Pathology)
    • Institution: National Bureau of Soil Survey and Land Use Planning, Nagpur, Maharashtra, IN
    • Source: Dhiraj Wasule
  • Life Member (Plant Pathology)
    • Institution: Indian Phytopathological Society, Yavatmal, Maharashtra, IN
    • Duration: April 19, 2019 – Present
    • Source: Dhiraj Wasule
  • Assistant Professor (Plant Pathology)
    • Institution: Dr. Panjabrao Deshmukh Krishi Vidyapeeth, Akola, Maharashtra, IN
    • Duration: March 2018 – Present
    • Invited Position
    • Source: Dhiraj Wasule

Publication:📝

  • Effect of phosphate solubilizing bacteria on role of Rhizobium on nodulation by soybean
    • DL Wasule, SR Wadyalkar, AN Buldeo
    • First international meeting on microbial phosphate solubilization, 139-142, 2007

 

  • Chitosan nanoparticles (ChNPs): A versatile growth promoter in modern agricultural production
    • PU Ingle, SS Shende, PR Shingote, SS Mishra, V Sarda, DL Wasule, …
    • Heliyon 8 (11), 2022

 

  • An overview of chili leaf curl disease: Molecular mechanisms, impact, challenges, and disease management strategies in Indian subcontinent
    • PR Shingote, DL Wasule, VS Parma, SK Holkar, SG Karkute, …
    • Frontiers in Microbiology 13, 899512, 2022

 

  • Mass Multiplication and formulation of Metarhizium anisopliae (Metsch.) Sorokin
    • SR Wadyalkar, DL Wasule, SJ Bhoyte, RM Wadaskar
    • Journal of Biological control, 141-146, 2003

 

  • Emerging biologically based technologies for disease management
    • S Raj, MK Meshram, DL Wasule
    • Proceedings of the International Symposium on Strategies for Sustainable, 2004

 

  • Effect of phosphate solubilizing bacteria on tricalium phosphate containing media
    • DL Wasule, SR Wadyalkar, AN Buldo
    • Proceeding of 15th international meeting on microbial phosphate, 2002

 

  • Prevalence of races of Xanthomonas axonopodis pv. malvacearum in Marathwada region of Maharashtra State
    • VM Gholve, BP Kurundkar, MK Meshram, DL Wasule, 2005

 

  • Studies on isolation of yeast and its comparative performance for quality wine production from pineapple and sapota
    • A Gaharwar, RM Shinde, DL Wasule, RD Bharsakhale, MP Yelme, …
    • Int. J. Curr. Microbiol. App. Sci 9 (1), 1306-1313, 2020

 

  • Isolation of Phosphate Solubilizing Microorganism from Rhizospheric Medium Black Soil of Yavatmal District (MH), India
    • DL Wasule, RM Gade, RM Shinde, SP Bobate
    • Int. J. Curr. Microbiol. App. Sci 8 (6), 415-419, 2019

 

  • Effect of seed dressing on germination and root rot of soybean
    • YV Ingle, AV Zope, DL Wasule, MS Dandge, PV Patil
    • International Journal of Chemical Studies 6 (1), 653-655, 2018