Nyasha Chiuraise | Crop protection | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Nyasha Chiuraise | Crop protection | Best Researcher Award

Doctoreta at Seed Co Ltd Zimbabwe

Summary:

Dr. Nyasha Chiuraise, a 39-year-old plant pathologist from Harare, Zimbabwe, has over nine years of experience in crop protection within the private sector. He currently works with SeedCo Group, a leading seed company operating across 17 African countries. Dr. Chiuraise’s expertise includes breeding for disease resistance and integrated pest, weed, and disease management. His work is instrumental in improving crop resilience and supporting sustainable agricultural practices in Africa.

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šŸŽ“Education:

  • Ph.D. in Plant Pathology
    University of the Free State, Bloemfontein, South Africa, 2023
  • M.Sc. in Plant Breeding, cum laude
    University of KwaZulu-Natal, Pietermaritzburg, South Africa, 2015
  • B.Sc. Honours in Plant Pathology
    University of KwaZulu-Natal, Pietermaritzburg, South Africa, 2012
  • B.Sc. Honours in Biological Sciences
    Midlands State University, Gweru, Zimbabwe, 2007

šŸ„šŸ‘Øā€šŸ«Professional Experience:

Plant Pathologist SeedCo Group, Harare, Zimbabwe June 2015 ā€“ Present Responsible for diagnosing fungal, bacterial, and viral diseases of cereals and vegetables through morphological, serological, and molecular techniques. Applies KASP SNP genotyping for plant disease resistance breeding and collaborates with global breeding teams. Develops strategies for field and controlled environment research on various crops, conducts fungicide and insecticide field trials, and provides technical expertise in plant health to seed producers and farmers. Maintains relationships with academia and the agricultural industry globally. Field Plant Pathologist Plant Health Products, Nottingham Road, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa January 2015 ā€“ June 2015 Developed, tested, and commercialized biocontrol products for field crops and pasture species. Conducted insect rearing and pathogen culturing for bioassays, tested biocontrol product compatibility with pesticides, and isolated and identified plant pathogens using various techniques.

Research Interests:

Dr. Chiuraise’s research focuses on breeding for disease resistance and integrated management of pests, weeds, and diseases in wheat and maize. He is particularly interested in the application of advanced genotyping techniques for plant disease resistance and the development of biocontrol strategies for sustainable agriculture.

Publications Top Notes šŸ“:

1. Occurrence and characterization of Puccinia triticina in Zimbabwe

  • Journal: Canadian Journal of Plant Pathology
  • Year: 2024 (In Press)
  • Contributors: N. Chiuraise, B. Visser, A. MarĆ©, W. Boshoff

2. First Report of Puccinia striiformis f. sp. tritici, Causing Stripe Rust of Wheat, in Zimbabwe

  • Journal: Plant Disease
  • Year: 2020
  • Volume: 104
  • Issue: 1
  • Contributors: W.H.P. Boshoff, B. Visser, C.M. Lewis, N. Chiuraise, Z.A. Pretorius
  • Citations: 11

3. Comparative evaluation of commercial rhizobial inoculants of soybean

  • Journal: South African Journal of Plant and Soil
  • Year: 2016
  • Volume: 33
  • Issue: 2
  • Pages: 157ā€“160
  • Contributors: B.J. Sivparsad, N. Chiuraise, M.D. Laing
  • Citations: 3

4. Progress in stacking aflatoxin and fumonisin contamination resistance genes in maize hybrids

  • Journal: Euphytica
  • Year: 2016
  • Volume: 207
  • Issue: 1
  • Pages: 49ā€“67
  • Contributors: N. Chiuraise, J. Derera, K.S. Yobo, A. Nunkumar, N.F.P. Qwabe
  • Citations: 7

5. Seed treatment with Trichoderma harzianum strain kd formulation reduced aflatoxin contamination in groundnuts

  • Journal: Journal of Plant Diseases and Protection
  • Year: 2015
  • Volume: 122
  • Issue: 2
  • Pages: 74ā€“80
  • Contributors: N. Chiuraise, K.S. Yobo, M.D. Laing
  • Citations: 11

 

Rouhollah Amini | Approximation| Young Scientist Award

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Prof. Rouhollah Amini | weed Science |Young Scientist Award

šŸ‘Øā€šŸ«Profile Summary

Rouhollah Amini is a distinguished academic with a robust educational background in agronomy and crop ecology, culminating in a Post Doctorate in Crop-Weed Ecophysiology from Charles Stuart University, Australia, received in 2009. Prior to this, they earned a Ph.D. in Agronomy (Crop Ecology) from the Faculty of Agriculture at the University of Tehran in 2008 and an M.Sc. in Weed Science in 2003, also from the University of Tehran. With over a decade of experience in academia, Rouhollah Amini has held progressively responsible roles at the University of Tabriz, including Professor, Associate Professor, and Assistant Professor within the Department of Plant Ecophysiology. Additionally, they served as the Head of the Educational Office from 2009 to 2011, demonstrating exemplary leadership and administrative skills.

šŸŒ Professional Profiles

Educational Background:

Post Doc. in Crop – Weed Ecophysiology Certificate/Degree: Post Doctorate Field of Specialization: Crop – Weed Ecophysiology Name of Institution Attended: Charles Stuart University, Australia Date Received: 2009 Ph.D. in Agronomy (Crop Ecology) Certificate/Degree: Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) Field of Specialization: Agronomy (Crop Ecology) Name of Institution Attended: Faculty of Agriculture, University of Tehran Date Received: 2008 M.Sc. in Weed Science Certificate/Degree: Master of Science (M.Sc.) Field of Specialization: Weed Science Name of Institution Attended: Faculty of Agriculture, University of Tehran Date Received: 2003

Administrative Responsibilities:

Professor Job Title: Professor Place of Work: Faculty of Agriculture, University of Tabriz From: 2020 To: Present (now) Name of Institution: University of Tabriz Department: Department of Plant Ecophysiology Associate Professor Job Title: Associate Professor Place of Work: Faculty of Agriculture, University of Tabriz From: 2014 To: 2020 Name of Institution: University of Tabriz Department: Department of Plant Ecophysiology Assistant Professor Job Title: Assistant Professor Place of Work: Faculty of Agriculture, University of Tabriz From: 2008 To: 2014 Name of Institution: University of Tabriz Department: Department of Agronomy & Plant Breeding Head of Educational Office Job Title: Head of Educational Office Place of Work: University of Tabriz From: 2009 To: 2011 Name of Institution: University of Tabriz Faculty: Faculty of Agriculture

šŸ“šTop Noted Publication

 

  1. Inoculating Moldavian Balm (Dracocephalum moldavica L.) with Mycorrhizal Fungi and Bacteria May Mitigate the Adverse Effects of Water Stress
    • Authors: Rouhollah Amini, Parisa Zafaraniā€‘Moattar, Mohammad Reza Shakiba, Alireza Hasanfard
    • Journal: Scientific Reports
    • Year: 2023

 

  1. Performance of Integrating Reduced Trifluralin Doses with Nonchemical Treatments on Weed Management and Dill (Anethum graveolens L.) Yield
    • Authors: Rouhollah Amini, Maryam Abbaszadeh, Leila Khoshmaram
    • Journal: Crop Protection
    • Year: 2023

 

  1. Essential Oil Yield and Compositions of Dracocephalum moldavica L. in Intercropping with Fenugreek, Inoculation with Mycorrhizal Fungi and Bacteria
    • Authors: Zahra Amiriyan Chelan, Rouhollah Amini, Adel Dabbagh Mohammadi Nasab
    • Journal: Scientific Reports
    • Year: 2023

 

  1. Germination and Emergence of Astrodaucus orientalis (L.) Drude Populations Influenced by Environmental Factors and Seed Burial Depth
    • Authors: Rouhollah Amini, Atefeh Ebrahimi, Adel Dabbagh Mohammadi Nasab
    • Journal: Plant Species Biology
    • Year: 2021

 

  1. Effects of Intercropping and Cultivar on Sugar Beet (Beta vulgaris L.) Root and Sugar Yield
    • Authors: Rouhollah Amini, Bahram Choubforoush Khoei, Adel Dabbagh Mohammadi Nasab, Reza Amirnia
    • Journal: International Journal of Agricultural and Natural Sciences
    • Year: 2020

 

  1. Essential Oil Yield and Composition of Moldavian Balm (Dracocephalum moldavica L.) as Affected by Inoculation Treatments under Drought Stress Condition
    • Authors: Rouhollah Amini, Parisa Zafarani-Moattar, Mohammad Reza Shakiba, Mohammad Reza Sarikhani
    • Journal: Journal of Essential Oil Bearing Plants
    • Year: 2020

 

  1. Moldavian Balm (Dracocephalum moldavica L.) Essential Oil Content and Composition as Affected by Sustainable Weed Management Treatments
    • Authors: Rouhollah Amini, Atefeh Ebrahimi, Adel Dabbagh Mohammadi Nasab
    • Journal: Industrial Crops & Products
    • Year: 2020

 

  1. Effects of Intercropping Sugar Beet (Beta vulgaris L.) with Millet, Soybean and Moldavian Balm on Yield and Quality in an Organic Production System
    • Authors: Rouhollah Amini, Bahram Choubforoush Khoei, Adel Dabbagh Mohammadi Nasab, Yaghoub Raei
    • Journal: Biological Agriculture & Horticulture
    • Year: 2020

 

  1. Response of Common Cocklebur (Xanthium strumarium L.) Emergence and Competition with Corn (Zea mays L.) to Seed Burial Depth and Mulch
    • Authors: Rouhollah Amini, Ahmadreza Mobli, Adel Dabbagh Mohammadi Nasab
    • Journal: Archives of Agronomy and Soil Science
    • Year: 2020

 

  1. Chemical Compositions and Yield of Essential Oil of Moldavian Balm (Dracocephalum moldavica L.) in Intercropping with Faba Bean (Vicia faba L.) under Different Fertilizers Application
    • Authors: Leyli Vafadar-Yengeje, Rouhollah Amini, Adel Dabbagh Mohammadi Nasab
    • Journal: Journal of Cleaner Production
    • Year: 2019