William Mbasa | Agronomy | Young scientist Award

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Mr. William Mbasa | Agronomy | Young scientist Award

Mr at University of Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

William Valerian Mbasa is a dedicated microbiologist/pathologist with a strong background in agricultural research, specializing in cashew crops and microbiology. He holds a PhD and Master’s degree in Microbiology from the University of Dar es Salaam, complemented by a Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture from Sokoine University of Agriculture. Currently serving at Tanzania Agricultural Research Institute (TARI)-Naliendele Centre, William has authored several influential research articles and played pivotal roles in projects focusing on cashew crop protection and organic-based nutrient management. His leadership experience includes coordinating research and innovation efforts, contributing significantly to the agricultural research landscape in Tanzania.

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Personal Profile

I am a microbiologist/pathologist with self-motivation, goal-oriented, well-organized, hardworking, and attentive to details. I can work efficiently both in a team and individually. Moreover, I am eager to effectively contribute to research and development in solving community challenges.

🎓Academic Qualification

Doctor of Philosophy in Applied Microbiology (By Thesis) University of Dar es Salaam, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, 2022 to Date, Master of Science in Microbiology (By Thesis) University of Dar es Salaam, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, 2018 – 2020, Bachelor Degree of Science in Agriculture General Sokoine University of Agriculture, Morogoro, Tanzania 2012 – 2015, National Form Six Examination Certificate “Advance level” Kwiro High School, Morogoro, Tanzania, 2010 – 2012, National Form Four Examination Certificate “Ordinary Level” Naliendele Secondary School, Mtwara, Tanzania 2006 – 2009, Primary School Examination Certificate Naliendele Primary School, Mtwara, Tanzania 1999 – 2005

💼Professional/ Work Experience

Research Officer Tanzania Agricultural Research Institute (TARI)-Naliendele Centre 1st November 2022 – Present. Agricultural Research Officer Tanzania Agricultural Research Institute (TARI)-Naliendele Centre under Temporary Terms 25th January 2021 – 31st October 2022. Agricultural Research Officer. Tanzania Agricultural Research Institute (TARI)-Naliendele Centre under Cashew Research Program (CRP) September 2016 – 24th January 2021

🌟Leadership Experience

Assistant of Coordinator of Research and Innovation (CRI) Tanzania Agricultural Research Institute (TARI)-Naliendele Centre 1st January 2024 – Present Assistant of Coordinator of Cashew Research Program (CRP) Tanzania Agricultural Research Institute (TARI)-Naliendele Centre 1st January 2024 – Present Head of Crop Protection Section Tanzania Agricultural Research Institute (TARI)-Naliendele Centre under Cashew Research Program (CRP)-Cashew Crop Protection December 2022 – Present Acting Head of Cashew Agronomy Tanzania Agricultural Research Institute (TARI)-Naliendele Centre under Cashew Research Program (CRP)-Agronomy section March 2017 – March 2018

🔬Research Involved

Cashew Apple Organic-Based Nutrient Management Practice: Potential for Improved Productivity of Cashew in Southeastern Tanzania Tanzania Agricultural Research Institute (TARI)-Naliendele Centre, 2019 – 2022, 🌱 One (1) cashew apple organic-based fertilizer was recommended., 📚 One (1) research article was published in a reputable journal.. Investigations of Cashew Wilt Disease: An Emerging Threat Caused by Fusarium oxysporum in Tanzania Tanzania Agricultural Research Institute (TARI)-Naliendele Centre 2018 – 2020 (Phase I), 2022 – To Date (Phase II) Three (3)

Publications Top Notes

Title: Distribution, characterization and chemical management of noxious shrub weed (Dichapetalum stuhlmannii Engl) in cashew in southeastern Tanzania
Authors: Mbasa, W.V., Kapinga, F.A., Nene, W.A., Ngiha, K.N., Bashiru, R.A.
Year: 2024
Journal: Heliyon
DOI: e28207

Title: Influence of cashew apple utilization on soil nutrient replenishment and performance of cashew seedlings
Authors: Valerian Mbasa, W., Kapinga, F.A., Nene, W.A., Merengo, M.J., Lilai, S.A.
Year: 2024
Journal: Journal of Plant Nutrition
Volume and Issue: 47(4)
Pages: 595–614

Title: The efficacy of biofungicides on cashew wilt disease caused by Fusarium oxysporum
Authors: Lilai, S.A., Kapinga, F.A., Nene, W.A., Mbasa, W.V., Tibuhwa, D.D.
Year: 2022
Journal: European Journal of Plant Pathology
Volume and Issue: 163(2)
Pages: 453–465

Title: Ecological factors influencing severity of cashew fusarium wilt disease in Tanzania
Authors: Lilai, S.A., Kapinga, F.A., Nene, W.A., Mbasa, W.V., Tibuhwa, D.D.
Year: 2021
Journal: Research in Plant Disease
Volume and Issue: 27(2)
Pages: 49–60

Title: In vitro efficacy of botanical leaf extracts on Fusarium oxysporum causing cashew wilt disease in Tanzania
Authors: Mbasa, W.V.
Year: 2021
Journal: Archives of Phytopathology and Plant Protection
Volume and Issue: 54(19-20)
Pages: 2397–2406

Title: Characterization and chemical management of Cashew Fusarium Wilt Disease caused by Fusarium oxysporum in Tanzania
Authors: Mbasa, W.V., Nene, W.A., Kapinga, F.A., Lilai, S.A., Tibuhwa, D.D.
Year: 2021
Journal: Crop Protection
Volume: 139
DOI: 105379

Charul Chaudhary | Agronomy | Women Researcher Award

Posted on 28/06/2024 by ScienceFather

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.

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Career Aspiration 🎯

Research Fellow and Research Scholar with ongoing hands-on experience in research in the field, controlled environment, and laboratory. Proficient in crop production, cropping system, conservation agriculture, fertilizer management, soil management, weed management, irrigation management, and crop nutrition. Focused on weed control, crop diversification, soil water dynamics, nutrient use efficiency improvement, and soil health improvement to drive productivity.

Educational Qualifications 🎓

Degree	Institution	Year of Passing	Percentage/CGPA	Subjects
Ph.D (Agronomy)	COA, CCS HAU, Hisar	2022	8.39/10.0	Major: Agronomy, Minor: Soil Science
M.Sc. (Agriculture)	COA, CCS HAU, Hisar	2018	8.23/10.0	Major: Agronomy, Minor: Soil Science
B.Sc. (Hons.) Agriculture	COA, CCS HAU, Kaul	2016	7.53/10	Agriculture, Module: Crop Production
Diploma	IGNOU	2024	–	Horticulture
12th	DAV Public School, Pundri, Kaithal	2012	81.00%	English, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Physical Education
10th	DAV Public School, Pundri, Kaithal	2010	8.0/10	English, Hindi, Science, Mathematics, Social Science

Research Experience 🔬

Young Professional-II (Feb, 2024 – Present): Working at Indian Institute of Wheat and Barley Research, Karnal under Dr. Satish Kumar in the ICAR-NIAP project “Network on Impact Assessment of Agricultural Technologies.”, Senior Research Fellow (June, 2022 – June, 2023): Worked at ICAR-Central Soil Salinity Research Institute, Karnal under Dr. HS Jat in the CIMMYT project “Studies on AGROTAIN incorporated Urea produced with N-Tegration TM Technology as an enhanced efficiency fertilizer for use in major cropping systems in India.” PhD Agronomy: Research focused on ‘Scheduling and optimization of nitrogen and standardization of spray technique for pre-emergence herbicides in zero-tillage wheat with rice residue retention.’ MSc Agronomy: Research focused on ‘Integrated weed management in irrigated Pearl millet.’

Awards & Scholarships 🏅

Recipient of Jawaharlal Nehru Memorial Fellowship by Jawaharlal Nehru Memorial Fund, Govt. of India, Awarded scholarship by the Council of Higher Education, Government of Israel for the 2019 Summer Program in Agriculture, Invited as Visiting Research Student at Centre of Crop Science, The University of Queensland, Australia (halted due to COVID-19), Recipient of Best PhD Thesis Award by ISAHRD, First prize in poster presentation at National workshop on production, processing, and value addition of nutri-cereals (millets) in India at CCSHAU, First position in Weed contest as Individual in Agronomists Meet and Student’s Weed Contest at CCSHAU, Recipient of CCS Haryana Agricultural University Merit Scholarship throughout Master’s and Bachelor’s, Qualified “National Eligibility Test”

Internship Experience 📋

Attended a four-month internship program in agri-extension in spring 2016 to understand the problems of farmers, provide them training, and give them recommendations for different crops.

Trainings Attended 🎓

3 months training on Basics of Remote Sensing, GIS & GNSS and its Applications by IIRS, ISRO, Dehradun., 3 months training on “Organic farming” by GBPUAT, Pantnagar., Data Analysis Using “R” Software, Statistical Data Analysis for Research Scholars and Computer Basics., Sustainable Agricultural Land Management by University of Florida., Discover Best Practice farming for Sustainable 2050 by The University of Western Australia., Understanding Plants – Part I: What a Plant Knows and Understanding Plants – Part II: Fundamentals of Plant Biology by Tel Aviv University., Unraveling solutions for Future Food problems by Utrecht University.

Publications Top Notes

• 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.

Assist Prof Dr. Jared Spackman | Nutrient Management | Best Researcher Award

Posted on 19/06/202419/06/2024 by ScienceFather

Assist Prof Dr. Jared Spackman | Nutrient Management | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Assist Prof Dr. Jared Spackman is an Assistant Professor and Endowed Barley Agronomist at the University of Idaho, specializing in soil science and agronomy. Holding a Ph.D. and M.S. from the University of Minnesota, and a B.S. from Brigham Young University–Idaho, Assist Prof Dr. Jared Spackman has extensive experience in teaching, research, and extension. Key research includes nitrogen response in wheat and barley, with published works in prominent journals like Crops and Soils. Recognized with prestigious fellowships, Dr. [Your Name] is committed to advancing agricultural practices through innovative research and education.

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🎓 Education Beyond High School:

Ph.D., University of Minnesota, Twin Cities, MN, 2020, Soil ScienceM.S., University of Minnesota, Twin Cities, MN, 2018, Soil ScienceB.S., Brigham Young University–Idaho, Rexburg, ID, 2014, Agronomy

🧑‍🏫 Experience:

Assistant Professor, Endowed Barley Agronomist, University of Idaho, Department of Plant Sciences, 2020 – presentGraduate Research Assistant, Nutrient Management Research Group, University of Minnesota, Department of Soil, Water, and Climate, 2014 – 2020Teaching Assistant, SOIL 3416: Plant Nutrients in the Environment, University of Minnesota, Department of Soil, Water and Climate, 2019

Publications Top Notes 📝

Soil texture and precipitation influence optimal time of nitrogen fertilization for corn

Authors: JA Spackman, FG Fernandez, JA Coulter, DE Kaiser, G Paiao

Journal: Agronomy Journal

Details: 111(4), 2018-2030

Citations: 35

Year: 2019

Ground-based optical canopy sensing technologies for corn-nitrogen management in the Upper Midwest

Authors: GD Paiao, FG Fernández, JA Spackman, DE Kaiser, S Weisberg

Journal: Agronomy Journal

Details: 112(4), 2998-3011

Citations: 17

Year: 2020

📝 Other Publications:

Nitrogen fertilizer rate, source, and application timing effects on soil nitrogen and corn yield

Authors: JA Spackman

Journal: University of Minnesota

Citations: 8

Year: 2018

Capture efficiency of four chamber designs for measuring ammonia emissions

Authors: JR Alexander, JA Spackman, ML Wilson, FG Fernández, RT Venterea

Journal: Agrosystems, Geosciences & Environment

Details: 4(3), e20199

Citations: 4

Year: 2021

Microplot design and plant and soil sample preparation for 15nitrogen analysis

Authors: JA Spackman, FG Fernandez

Journal: JoVE (Journal of Visualized Experiments)

Details: e61191

Citations: 4

Year: 2020

Fate of Pre-Plant and Split-Applied 15Nitrogen Enriched Urea in Corn

Authors: JA Spackman

Journal: University of Minnesota

Citations: 3

Year: 2020

Integrating canopy sensing and soil nitrogen for improved corn nitrogen management

Authors: GD Paiao, FG Fernández, JA Spackman, DE Kaiser, S Weisberg

Journal: Agronomy Journal

Details: 113(2), 1996-2005

Citations: 2

Year: 2021

🔬 Recent Contributions:

Models and sufficiency interpretation for estimating critical soil test values for the Fertilizer Recommendation Support Tool

Authors: NA Slaton, A Pearce, L Gatiboni, D Osmond, C Bolster, F Miquez, J Clark, …

Journal: Soil Science Society of America Journal

Year: 2024

Corn 15N uptake and partitioning in response to fertilizer application rate and timing

Authors: JA Spackman, FG Fernández, GD Paiao, RT Venterea, JA Coulter

Journal: Agronomy Journal

Year: 2024

Malt Barley Yield and Soil Test Response to Phosphorus, Potassium, and Micronutrient Fertilizers

Authors: JA Spackman, J Bevan

Event: ASA, CSSA, SSSA International Annual Meeting

Year: 2023

Optimizing Nitrogen Fertilizer Rates for Annual Cereal Forage Production

Authors: J Pandey, JA Spackman, J Sagers, R Findlay

Event: ASA, CSSA, SSSA International Annual Meeting

Year: 2023

Optimizing Nutrient Management in Irrigated Culinary Mustard for Spice Production

Authors: J Pandey, JA Spackman

Event: ASA, CSSA, SSSA International Annual Meeting

Year: 2023

The Journey to Defining the Critical Soil Test Value for Frst.

Authors: NA Slaton, L Gatiboni, A Pearce, DL Osmond, CH Bolster, J Clark, …

Event: ASA, CSSA, SSSA International Annual Meeting

Year: 2023

Precipitated Calcium Carbonate As a Lime Amendment in Southern Idaho Soils

Authors: JA Spackman, J Bevan

Event: ASA, CSSA, SSSA International Annual Meeting

Year: 2023

Malt Barley Response to Sulfur Fertilizer Products and Rates

Authors: JA Spackman, J Bevan, G Loomis

Event: ASA, CSSA, SSSA International Annual Meeting

Year: 2023

Urea ammonium nitrate as the carrier for preplant burndown herbicides

Authors: KL Mookodi, JA Spackman, AT Adjesiwor

Journal: Agrosystems, Geosciences & Environment

Details: 6(3), e20404

Year: 2023

Nitrogen Fertilizer Rate and Timing Implications for Hard Red, Hard White, and Soft White Spring Wheat Production in Southern Idaho.

Authors: JA Spackman, J Bevan, OS Walsh, A Adjesiwor, O Adeyemi, J Sagers, …

Event: ASA, CSSA, SSSA International Annual Meeting

Year: 2022

Soil Testing Calibrations to Maximize Nutrient Uptake and Yield Potential Oral

Authors: AD Moore, MV Nathan, JA Spackman, NA Slaton

Event: ASA, CSSA, SSSA International Annual Meeting

Year: 2022

Use of Remote Sensing Tools for Yield and Protein Estimation in Spring Barley (Hordeum vulgare L.)

Authors: R Lamichhane, OS Walsh, JA Spackman, E Nambi, EO Ansah, …

Event: ASA, CSSA, SSSA International Annual Meeting

Year: 2022

Comparison of Sulfur Fertilizer Products and Their Effects on Malt Barley Production

Authors: O Adeyemi, JA Spackman, J Bevan

Event: ASA, CSSA, SSSA International Annual Meeting

Year: 2022