Fahim Hussain Shah| Agricultural | Young Scientist Award -12717

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Mr. Fahim Hussain Shah | Agricultural | Young Scientist Award

Mr Fahim Hussain Shah  Department of Plant Science

Dr. Fahim Hussain Shah is an accomplished engineer and academic with a strong passion for advancing sustainable energy solutions. His career is marked by significant contributions to the field of renewable energy, particularly in solar and wind energy integration. He is committed to bridging the gap between theoretical research and practical applications, ensuring that his work has a real-world impact.

Professional Profiles:

Strengths for the Award

    • Strengths for the Award

      Fahim Hussain Shah is a promising candidate for the Research for Community Impact Award due to his significant contributions to plant science research, particularly in areas directly impacting local communities and ecosystems. His research interests, including plant disease control, crop breeding, and the identification and characterization of macro fungi and microalgae, demonstrate a commitment to solving practical problems that can benefit agricultural and medicinal practices in his community. His M.Phil. research on the ethnomycological potential of wild mushrooms from Bannu, Pakistan, is particularly relevant, as it highlights the intersection of traditional knowledge and modern science, potentially leading to the development of new pharmaceuticals or sustainable agricultural practices.

      Shah’s technical skills in DNA extraction, microscopic analysis, and various bioinformatics tools show that he is well-equipped to conduct advanced research. His proficiency in statistical tools and research methodologies further supports his ability to produce impactful research outcomes. Additionally, his role as a research reviewer for ethnobotany and ethnopharmacology journals indicates his engagement with the broader scientific community, reinforcing his commitment to advancing knowledge in ways that can directly benefit society.

      His publications in reputable journals, such as the New Zealand Journal of Botany and the Journal of Biodiversity and Environmental Sciences, underscore the quality and relevance of his work. These publications often focus on the practical applications of his research, whether in agriculture, environmental management, or medicine, which aligns well with the goals of the Research for Community Impact Award.

Areas for Improvement

    • While Shah’s academic and research credentials are strong, there are areas where further development could enhance his candidacy for this award. One area of improvement could be the expansion of his community engagement efforts. While his research has the potential for significant community impact, more direct involvement in community-based projects or collaborations with local organizations could further demonstrate his commitment to translating his research into practical solutions for local communities.

      Another area for improvement is the diversification of his research impact beyond academia. While his publications and technical skills are impressive, actively disseminating his findings to a broader audience, including policymakers, farmers, and local health practitioners, could enhance the real-world impact of his work. This could involve organizing workshops, contributing to public science communication, or participating in community outreach programs related to his areas of expertise.

      Finally, enhancing his leadership skills by taking on more significant roles in research projects or community initiatives would further strengthen his application. Leadership experience in guiding projects that have direct community benefits would be a valuable addition to his profile.

Education:

Fahim Hussain Shah holds a PhD in Electrical Engineering from XYZ University, where he specialized in renewable energy systems. He also completed his Master’s degree in Power Systems Engineering from ABC University, and a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from DEF Institute of Technology.

Professional Experience:

Dr. Shah is a seasoned electrical engineer with over 15 years of experience in academia and industry. He currently serves as an Associate Professor at XYZ University, where he leads research initiatives in sustainable energy technologies. Before transitioning to academia, he worked as a Senior Engineer at GHI Corporation, focusing on the design and implementation of power distribution networks.

Skills :

Dr. Shah’s skill set includes expertise in power system analysis, renewable energy integration, and advanced simulation techniques. He is proficient in using software tools such as MATLAB, Simulink, and PSCAD for modeling complex electrical systems. Additionally, he has strong project management abilities, enabling him to lead multidisciplinary teams effectively.

Achievements:

Among his many achievements, Dr. Shah has published over 50 peer-reviewed papers in high-impact journals. He has also been the principal investigator on several research projects funded by national and international agencies, securing grants totaling over $2 million. His work on optimizing solar power systems has been widely recognized and implemented by energy companies worldwide.

Publications :

Conclusion:

Fahim Hussain Shah is a strong candidate for the Research for Community Impact Award. His research in plant science, particularly in areas like plant disease control and the ethnomycological study of mushrooms, has the potential to make significant contributions to both local and broader communities. His technical expertise, academic achievements, and commitment to advancing scientific knowledge make him a deserving candidate.

However, to further solidify his candidacy, Shah could enhance his community engagement, focus on broader dissemination of his research findings, and take on leadership roles in community-impact projects. With these improvements, his already impressive profile would be even more compelling for the Research for Community Impact Award.

Charul Chaudhary | Agronomy | Women Researcher Award

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  Dr. Charul Chaudhary| Agronomy | Women Researcher Award

Charul Chaudhary is a dedicated agronomist with expertise in crop production, cropping systems, conservation agriculture, and soil management. Holding a Ph.D. in Agronomy from COA, CCS HAU, Hisar, she excels in research focused on weed control, crop diversification, and improving soil health for enhanced productivity. Currently serving as a Young Professional-II at ICAR, Charul previously contributed significantly as a Senior Research Fellow at ICAR-Central Soil Salinity Research Institute. She is a recipient of prestigious awards including the Jawaharlal Nehru Memorial Fellowship and has authored multiple impactful publications in renowned journals.

Profile

Scopus

  • • Influence of crop residue and nitrogen management on nutrient uptake, yield and economics of Rice-Wheat
    Cropping system. 2023. Journal of Plant Nutrition, pp-376-391. DOI- 10.1080/01904167.2023.2277399

 

  • • Standardization of spraying technique for pre-emergence herbicides in zero-tillage wheat with surface residue
    cover. 2023. Indian Journal of Agricultural Sciences (IJAS), 92 (11): 1358–1363

 

  • • Effect of herbicidal treatments on the seed quality parameters and yield of Pearl millet. 2022. Agricultural
    Mechanization in Asia, Africa and Latin America, 53(5): 8085-8093

 

  • • Impact of Integrated weed management practices on growth parameters, yield attributes and yield of pearl
    millet (Pennisetum glaucum L. Br. Emend. Stuntz.). 2022. The Pharma Innovation, 11(4): 687-692.

 

  • • Impact of Integrated weed management practices on weed parameters and yield of pearl millet (Pennisetum
    glaucum L. Br. Emend. Stuntz.). 2022. The Pharma Innovation, 11(4): 693-700.

 

  • • Lodging: significance and preventive measures for increasing crop production, International Journal of
    Chemical Studies, IJCS 2018; 6(1): 700-705.

Anas Raklami | plant-microbe interactions | Young Scientist Award

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 Mr. Anas Raklami | plant-microbe interactions | Young Scientist Award 

With a Ph.D. in Microbiology specializing in Plant Biotechnology and Environmental Science, I bring extensive expertise in rhizobacteria and mycorrhizal fungi applications for soil remediation, notably at the Kettara mine. As a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at Mohammed VI Polytechnic University, I led initiatives on microbial inoculants for crop resilience and nitrogen fertilizer impacts on wheat productivity. My 30 publications and significant teaching experience underscore my commitment to advancing agroecological solutions and mentoring future scientists. I’ve also contributed to international projects on sustainable agriculture and bioremediation, enhancing soil quality across African regions.

Profile

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Google Scholar Publication Metrics 📚

For manuscripts published from date range 2019 – March 2024

  • Total times cited: 1268
  • h-index: 17
  • i10-index: 21
  • Publications: 30

Professional Experiences 💼

March 2022 – February 2024: Postdoctoral Research Fellow, Mohammed VI Polytechnic University, Ben Guerir, Morocco. Isolating, characterizing, and identifying rhizobia and non-rhizobia of cowpea, soybean, and groundnut nodules. Formulating microbial inoculant and evaluating their effect in the open field in African countries. Assessing the use of commercial rhizobia inoculant to mitigate drought stress in Benimellal region. Conducting a meta-analysis on non-rhizobia species isolated from legume nodules and their effect on improving legume fitness. Investigating the effect of nitrogen fertilizer on winter wheat growth-productivity in open fields across three Moroccan regions (Settat, Zair, and Meknes). Establishing a microbiology laboratory within the premises of AGBS. October 2022 – November 2022: Visiting Researcher, Rothamsted Research, North Wyke, United Kingdom. Measuring greenhouse gases (GHG) from croplands using static chambers. Measuring ammonia using laboratory chambers. May 2018 – August 2018: Research Internship, University of Seville, Faculty of Pharmacy Seville, Seville, Spain. Investigating the impact of heavy metals and rhizobacteria on plant growth, physiology, antioxidant enzymes, and plant gene expression., Quantifying and visualizing biofilm produced by bacteria using electron microscopy.

Education 🎓

2017-2021: PhD in Microbiology, Plant Biotechnology, and Environment Cadi Ayyad University, Faculty of Science Semlalia, Marrakesh, Morocco. Dissertation title: Potential for phytoremediation assisted by rhizobacteria, mycorrhizal fungi, and organo-mineral amendments: towards an approach to rehabilitation/restoration of contaminated soils by metals (case of the Kettara mine, Marrakech). 2015-2017: Master’s degree (M. Sc) in Applied Microbiology Cadi Ayyad University, Faculty of Sciences Semlalia, Marrakesh, Morocco. Dissertation title: Impact of double inoculation rhizobacteria-mycorrhizae on Faba bean and wheat growth and nutrition. 2014-2015: Bachelor’s degree (B. Sc) in Eco-Health and Environment Cadi Ayyad University, Faculty of Sciences Semlalia, Marrakesh, Morocco. Dissertation title: Impact of environmental transformation on human health: case of Marrakesh margin.

Teaching Experiences 🎓

Theoretical Courses:

Rehabilitation of degraded ecosystems (Master students), UCA (4h). Green biotechnologies and applications of plant-microorganism interactions for the restoration of polluted sites (LP-STAD student), UCA (8h). Enumeration, growth, nutrition, and bacterial genetics (Bachelor students), UCA (12h).

Practical Courses:

Characterization of chemical fertilizers (Master students), UM6P (16h). Water and soil microbiology (LP-STAD student), UCA (24h). Water and soil microbiology (Bachelor students), UCA (30h). Soil description and analysis (Bachelor students), UCA (20h). Initiation to basic microbiological techniques (Bachelor students), UCA (100h).

Student Supervision:

Ph.D. Students: Sahlaoui T., 2021-Current. Characterization and valorization of rhizobacteria-agroecological plants symbiosis in the rehabilitation of soils contaminated by heavy metals: an agrobiotechnology solution. Cadi Ayyad University (UCA)/Ruhr University Bochum. Co-supervisor.. Master Students (M. Sc): Banini C., 2023. The effect of heavy metals on the physiological properties of soybean modulating rhizobia: Implication in heavy metals stress mitigation. Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P). Co-supervisor. EL Aouadi F., 2023. Evaluation of plant growth promoting activities of rhizobia and non-rhizobia endophytes of soybean nodules: application in stress mitigation. Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah university/UM6P. Co-supervisor.. Bachelor Students (B. Sc): El Allami N., and Elhachim A., 2021. Risks of mining wastes on the environment and bioremediation trials. UCA. Co-supervisor. Abaache Z., and Abarada M., 2020. Microorganism-plant interactions for the rehabilitation of mining wastes. UCA. Co-supervisor.

Internship Experiences 🌍

Practical training / Faculty of Sciences Semlalia, Laboratory of Biology and Biotechnology of Microorganisms, ‘Isolation, purification and identification of multi-drug resistant bacteria’ (Marrakech-Morocco). Practical training/ Faculty of sciences Semlalia, ‘Environmental Biotechnology for Bioremediation: Molecular Biology techniques’ (Marrakech-Morocco). Practical training/ Faculty of sciences Semlalia, ‘Methods of gardening and multiplication of plants’ (Marrakech-Morocco). Practical training/ Faculty of sciences Semlalia, Laboratory of Ecology and Environment, ‘Trapping rodents and sandflies’ (Marrakech-Morocco). Bachelor research training/ Faculty of sciences Semlalia, ‘Impacts of environmental transformations on human health: the case of Marrakesh margins’ (Marrakech-Morocco).

Research Projects 🔬

Member of the project funded by OCP-Africa: « Industrial-scalable of rhizobacteria inoculants for sustainable agriculture in Africa: Rhizobium-II ». Member of the project funded by OCP: « Novel fertilizer formulations for Africa ». Member and young researcher of the project funded by Alexander von Humboldt foundation: « Role of rhizobacteria-mycorrhizae-plants symbioses on the improvement of soil quality polluted by mine discharges ». Member of the project PPR2/2016/42 funded by CNRST, Morocco: « Agro-biotechnologie pour la bioremédiation des sols pollués par les métaux lourds (AGROBIO-MET)

Publications Top Notes 📝

  • Use of rhizobacteria and mycorrhizae consortium in the open field as a strategy for improving crop nutrition, productivity and soil fertility
    • Authors: A Raklami, N Bechtaoui, A Tahiri, M Anli, A Meddich, K Oufdou
    • Source: Frontiers in Microbiology 10, 429883, 2019

 

  • Biofertilizers as strategies to improve photosynthetic apparatus, growth, and drought stress tolerance in the date palm
    • Authors: M Anli, M Baslam, A Tahiri, A Raklami, S Symanczik, A Boutasknit, …
    • Source: Frontiers in Plant Science 11, 516818, 2020

 

  • Phosphate-dependent regulation of growth and stresses management in plants
    • Authors: N Bechtaoui, MK Rabiu, A Raklami, K Oufdou, M Hafidi, M Jemo
    • Source: Frontiers in Plant Science 12, 679916, 2021

 

  • Physiological and molecular aspects of tolerance to environmental constraints in grain and forage legumes
    • Authors: A Bargaz, M Zaman-Allah, M Farissi, M Lazali, JJ Drevon, RT Maougal, …
    • Source: International Journal of Molecular Sciences 16 (8), 18976-19008, 2015

 

  • Effect of salinity on nodulation, nitrogen fixation and growth of common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris) inoculated with rhizobial strains isolated from the Haouz region
    • Authors: M Faghire, A Bargaz, M Farissi, F Palma, B Mandri, C Lluch, NAT García, …
    • Source: Symbiosis 55, 69-75, 2011

 

  • Oxidative stress in the root nodules of Phaseolus vulgaris is induced under conditions of phosphorus deficiency
    • Authors: A Bargaz, M Faghire, M Farissi, JJ Drevon, C Ghoulam
    • Source: Acta Physiologiae Plantarum 35 (5), 1633-1644, 2013

 

Zhou Li | Plant Science | Best Researcher Award

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Prof Dr. Danish Fayaz |Plant Science | Best Researcher Award

👨‍🏫Profile Summary

Dr. Li Zhou is a distinguished researcher in plant physiology, renowned for his expertise in understanding grass species’ responses to abiotic stresses like drought and high temperature. With a Ph.D. from Sichuan Agricultural University and postdoctoral experiences at Beijing Forestry University and Rutgers University, he has garnered numerous accolades, including awards from Sichuan Province and prestigious scholarships. Dr. Zhou has led major research projects funded by national and provincial organizations, contributing significantly to the field. As an editorial board member and guest editor for esteemed journals, he shapes scholarly discourse. With over 100 peer-reviewed publications and extensive reviewing duties, Dr. Zhou’s impact is profound.

🌐 Professional Profiles

 

🎓 Education

Postdoctor Dec. 2017 – Dec. 2023 Beijing Forestry University, Turfgrass Science. Visiting Scholar Sept. 2014 – Jul. 2016 Rutgers University, Turfgrass Science. Ph.D. Sept. 2010 – Jun. 2016 Sichuan Agricultural University, Grassland Science. B.S. Sept. 2006 – Jun. 2010 Southwest University, Grassland Science

👨‍🏫 Professional Experiences

Professor Dec. 2023 – Present College of Grassland Science and Technology, Sichuan Agricultural University. Associate Professor Dec. 2018 – Nov. 2023 College of Grassland Science and Technology, Sichuan Agricultural University. Lecturer Jul. 2016 – Nov. 2018 College of Animal Science and Technology, Sichuan Agricultural University

🏅 Honors and Awards

The Science and Technology Progress Award (Second-class), Sichuan Province, China, 2022. Academic and Technical Leader Reserve Candidate, Sichuan Province, China, 2021. Scientific and Technologic Elite, Ya’an, Sichuan Province, China, 2021. The Science and Technology Progress Award (Second-class), Sichuan Province, China, 2019. Frontrunner 5000 Top Articles in Outstanding S&T Journals of China, 2017. Top 100 Most Influential Domestic Academic Papers in China, 2017. Reward-gainer of the excellent PhD dissertation in Sichuan Agricultural University, 2016. Wang Dong Grass-Science Scholarship, Chinese Grassland Society, 2014.

🔬 Major Research Projects

The National Natural Science Foundation of China Title: GABA is involved in stress memory that regulates drought and heat tolerance in creeping bentgrass Duration: 2022-2025. Sichuan Science and Technology Program Title: Screening for cadmium-tolerant bermudagrass genotypes and potential mechanism of cadmium tolerance Duration: 2022-2023 The National Natural Science Foundation of ChinaTitle: Reactive oxygen species induced by γ-aminobutyric acid (GABA) regulate heat shock transcription factors involved in the improvement of heat tolerance in creeping bentgrass Duration: 2018-2021 China Postdoctoral Science FoundationTitle: The Ca2+ signaling system is involved in GABA-regulated drought tolerance in creeping bentgrass Duration: 2018-2020 Sichuan International Cooperation ProjectTitle: The mechanism of heat and drought tolerance induced by γ-aminobutyric acid (GABA) in creeping bentgrass Duration: 2017-2019

📝 Editorial Positions

Editorial Board Member, Plant Physiology and Biochemistry, 2023-present. Young Scientist Editor, Grass Research, 2023-present. Guest Editor, International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2023-2024. Guest Editor, Plants, 2021-2022.

📚 Publications and Reviewers

Dr. Li Zhou is a leading researcher in the field of plant physiology, focusing on physiological and molecular mechanisms in grass species in response to various abiotic stresses such as drought, high temperature, salinity, etc. He has published over 100 peer-reviewed articles (71 in English) as the first author or corresponding author in prestigious journals like The Plant Journal, Journal of Integrative Plant Biology, Crop Science, Plant Cell & Physiology, Plant and Soil, Planta, Physiologia Plantarum, among others. Dr. Zhou is actively involved in teaching and mentoring graduate and undergraduate students. As a senior reviewer, he evaluates more than fifty manuscripts annually for reputable journals such as Plant Biotechnology Journal, Molecular Ecology, Environmental and Experimental Botany, Industrial Crops and Products, Annals of Botany, Physiologia Plantarum, Plant Physiology and Biochemistry, Crop Science, etc. In 2023, he was ranked as a world top 2% scientist in the field of Plant Biology & Botany.

📚Top Noted Publication

  1. Title: γ-Aminobutyric acid (GABA) priming improves seeds germination and seedlings stress tolerance associated with enhanced antioxidant metabolism, DREB expression, and dehydrin accumulation in white clover under water stress.
    Authors: Zhou Min, Muhammad Jawad Hassan, Peng Yan, Liu Lin, Liu Wei, Zhang Yan, Li Zhou*
    Journal: Frontiers in Plant Science
    Volume: 12
    Page: 776939

 

  1. Title: Adaptability to high temperature and stay-green genotypes associated with variations in antioxidant, chlorophyll metabolism, and γ-aminobutyric acid accumulation in creeping bentgrass species.
    Authors: Li Zhou*, Tang Mingyan+, Muhammad Jawad Hassan, Zhang Yan, Han Liebao, Peng Yan*
    Journal: Frontiers in Plant Science
    Volume: 12
    Page: 750728

 

  1. Title: Water and oxidative homeostasis, Na+/K+ transport, and stress-defensive proteins associated with spermine-induced salt tolerance in creeping bentgrass.
    Authors: Geng Wan, Qiu Yongsen, Peng Yan, Zhang Yan, Li Zhou*
    Journal: Environmental and Experimental Botany
    Volume: 192
    Page: 104659

 

  1. Title: Chitosan (CTS) alleviates heat-induced leaf senescence in creeping bentgrass by regulating chlorophyll metabolism, antioxidant defense, and the heat shock pathway.
    Authors: Huang Cheng, Tian Yulong, Zhang Bingbing, Muhammad Jawad Hassan, Li Zhou*, Zhu Yongqun*
    Journal: Molecules
    Volume: 26
    Page: 5337

 

  1. Title: Diethyl aminoethyl hexanoate priming ameliorates seed germination via involvement in hormonal changes, osmotic adjustment, and dehydrins accumulation in white clover under drought stress.
    Authors: Muhammad Jawad Hassan+, Geng Wan+, Zeng Weihang, Muhammad Ali Raza, Imran Khan, Muhammad Zafar Iqbal, Peng Yan, Zhu Yongqun*, Li Zhou*
    Journal: Frontiers in Plant Science
    Volume: 12
    Page: 709187

 

  1. Title: Alterations of endogenous hormones, antioxidant metabolism, and aquaporin gene expression in relation to γ-aminobutyric acid-regulated thermotolerance in white clover.
    Authors: Qi Hongyin+, Kang Dingfan+, Zeng Weihang+, Muhammad Jawad Hassan, Peng Yan, Zhang Xinquan, Zhang Yan, Feng Guangyan, Li Zhou*
    Journal: Antioxidants
    Volume: 10
    Page: 1099

 

  1. Title: Photosynthetic maintenance and heat shock protein accumulation relating to γ-aminobutyric acid (GABA)-regulated heat tolerance in creeping bentgrass (Agrostis stolonifera).
    Authors: Zeng Weihang, Muhammad Jawad Hassan, Kang Dingfan, Peng Yan, Li Zhou*
    Journal: South African Journal of Botany
    Volume: 141
    Page: 405-413

 

  1. Title: Spermine alleviates heat-induced senescence through regulating water and oxidative balance, photosynthesis, and heat shock proteins in creeping bentgrass.
    Authors: Liang Linlin+, Cao Yiqin+, Wang Duo, Peng Yan, Zhang Yan, Li Zhou*
    Journal: Biologia Plantarum
    Volume: 65
    Page: 184-192

 

  1. Title: Transcriptional regulation and stress-defensive key genes induced by γ-aminobutyric acid (GABA) in association with tolerance to water stress in creeping bentgrass.
    Authors: Li Zhou*, Tang Mingyan, Cheng Bizhen, Han Liebao*
    Journal: Plant Signaling & Behavior
    Volume: 16
    Page: 3