Beatrice Sorrentino | Environmental Science | Women Researcher Award

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Dr. Beatrice Sorrentino | Environmental Science | Women Researcher Award

Assegnista di Ricerca, ENEA, Italy

Beatrice Sorrentino is an accomplished Italian researcher with a strong background in physical and astrophysical sciences. With extensive experience in environmental research and spectroscopy, Beatrice has made significant contributions to various European Union projects aimed at understanding and improving environmental and climate policies. She has a keen interest in the intersection of environmental science and physics, which drives her innovative research in meteorological data analysis and air quality modeling.

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Strengths for the Award:

  1. Research Experience: Beatrice Sorrentino has a strong background in environmental research, particularly in areas related to environmental and climate policy, meteorology, and air quality. Her experience working on European Union projects such as LIFE AIRFRESH and LIFE VEG-GAP demonstrates her ability to contribute significantly to environmental research, which aligns with the goals of the Research for Women Researcher Award.
  2. Publications and Presentations: She has an impressive list of publications in reputable journals such as Environmental Research and Environmental Pollution, showcasing her contributions to the field. Additionally, her presentations at international conferences highlight her active participation in the scientific community.
  3. Diverse Skill Set: Sorrentino has a solid foundation in physics, astrophysics, and radiotherapy, which broadens her expertise beyond environmental research. Her knowledge of various spectroscopic techniques and her experience in data analysis add to her qualifications.
  4. International Exposure: Her Erasmus+ study experience in France and participation in international workshops and conferences demonstrate her global perspective and ability to collaborate across borders, which is crucial for modern scientific research.
  5. Language Proficiency: With strong skills in English, French, and basic knowledge of Spanish, she is well-equipped to communicate and collaborate in an international research environment.

Areas for Improvement:

  1. Extended Research Focus: While her expertise in environmental research is evident, expanding her research to include other pressing global environmental issues, such as climate change mitigation or sustainable development, could enhance her candidacy for this award.
  2. Leadership Roles: While she has significant experience as a researcher, taking on more leadership roles in research projects or initiatives could strengthen her profile and demonstrate her ability to lead and mentor other researchers.
  3. Broader Collaboration: Increasing her involvement in collaborative research projects with institutions outside of Europe could diversify her research portfolio and further highlight her global impact.

 

🎓 Education

Beatrice holds a Master’s degree in Physical and Astrophysical Sciences from the University of Florence, where she specialized in Nuclear and Subnuclear Physics. Her thesis focused on the performance of Silicon Drift Detectors for PIXE measurements using a compact accelerator detection system. Beatrice also has a Bachelor’s degree in General Physics from the University of Pisa, complemented by an Erasmus+ study experience at Aix-Marseille Université, where she explored topics in Relativistic Cosmology and Quantum Field Theory.

💼 Experience

Beatrice is currently working as a researcher at ENEA, focusing on projects like LIFE AIRFRESH and LIFE VEG-GAP, which involve the analysis and processing of meteorological data for environmental assessments. Her work has also included collaboration with ENEA’s analysis laboratory in Frascati, where she contributed to the TOP IMPLART project by acquiring and analyzing X-ray and gamma-ray spectra. Additionally, she has experience teaching mathematics and physics to high school students in Rome.

🔬 Research Focus

Beatrice’s research interests lie at the nexus of environmental science and physics, with a particular emphasis on meteorological data analysis, air quality modeling, and the spectral analysis of materials. Her work often involves the application of advanced spectroscopy techniques to study environmental impacts and improve climate-related decision-making processes.

🏆 Awards and Honors

Beatrice has been recognized for her contributions to environmental science, particularly for her presentation on the impact of green roofs on the atmosphere, which won the Best Presentation in the field of natural sciences at the International Sopot Youth Conference 2021 in Poland.

📚 Publication Top Notes

Meteorological, chemical and biological evaluation of the coupled chemistry-climate WRF-Chem model from regional to urban scale – Published in Environmental Research, June 2024. Cited by 8 articles

Surface ozone risk to human health and vegetation in tropical regions: The case of Thailand – Published in Environmental Research, July 2023. Cited by 5 articles

The Role of Vegetation on Urban Atmosphere of Three European Cities – Published in Forests, June 2023. Cited by 7 articles

Urban Vegetation Effects on Meteorology and Air Quality: A Comparison of Three European Cities – Chapter in book Air Pollution Modeling and its Application XXVIII, January 2023. Cited by 3 articles

Canopy-based Classification of Urban vegetation from Very High-Resolution Satellite Imagery – Published in Urban Forestry & Urban Greening, February 2023. Cited by 6 articles

Conclusion:

Beatrice Sorrentino is a highly qualified candidate for the Research for Women Researcher Award. Her extensive experience in environmental research, impressive publication record, and active participation in international conferences make her a strong contender. While expanding her research focus and taking on leadership roles could enhance her profile, her current achievements and skills already position her as a worthy recipient of this award.

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

 

Lakshmipathak | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

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Lakshmipathak | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Lakshmi Pathak, Banaras Hindu University, India.

Dr. Lakshmi Pathak is an esteemed researcher and educator at Banaras Hindu University, specializing in Environmental Biotechnology and Bioenergy. With a profound commitment to sustainability, Dr. Pathak’s work focuses on the rehabilitation of degraded land using energy plants, aiming to enhance environmental sustainability. She is fluent in English and Hindi and is a gold medalist in M.Tech Biotechnology from the Institute of Engineering & Technology, Lucknow. Dr. Pathak is married to Prashant Kumar Mishra and resides in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. 🌱👩‍🔬

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Education and Experience

Dr. Pathak earned her Ph.D. in 2022, focusing on the rehabilitation of degraded land by energy plants for environmental sustainability. She completed her M.Tech in Biotechnology with First Division honors (83.4%) in 2012 from Uttar Pradesh Technical University and her B.Tech in Biotechnology with First Division honors (81.4%) in 2008 from Maharishi Dayanand University, Rohtak. Dr. Pathak has excelled academically, securing a 95.7 percentile in GATE 2011 and receiving the DST-INSPIRE 2014 Scholarship. Her early professional experience includes a role as an Assistant Scientific Officer at Environment Biotech Pvt. Ltd., Lucknow. 🎓🔬

Professional Development

Dr. Pathak has participated in numerous seminars and conferences, presenting her research on renewable energy policies, water resource management, and bioelectrochemical technologies. Notable presentations include the DST-SERB Sponsored National Workshop at Pondicherry University and the Energy Conclave at Banaras Hindu University. Her hands-on experience includes work at the Central Drug Research Institute and industrial training at Dabur Research Foundation and Ranbaxy Pvt. Ltd. 🏢🗣️

Research Focus

Dr. Pathak’s research is centered on environmental sustainability, particularly through the use of energy plants for land rehabilitation. Her areas of specialization include Environmental Biotechnology, Bioenergy, Renewable Energy Policy, and Plant Science, with a keen interest in enzyme and fermentation technology. Dr. Pathak has published extensively, with recent works on natural colonizers for restoring polluted wastelands and transgenic energy plants for phytoremediation. 📚🌍

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Angelique Kangondo | Agricultural Economics | Women Researcher Award

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Dr. Angelique Kangondo: Agricultural Economics

👨‍🏫Dr. Angelique Kangondo, an agricultural economist at the Rwanda Institute for Conservation Agriculture (RICA), holds a Ph.D. in Agricultural Economics from Sokoine University of Agriculture. As a Lecturer at RICA, she specializes in Agricultural Economics and Agribusiness, actively contributing to research and extension programs. Dr. Kangondo’s expertise spans crucial areas such as rural and agricultural development, with a focus on youth aspirations.

🌐 Professional Profiles:

Academic Positions 🎓

Lecturer, RICA (April 2021 – Present)

Teaches Agricultural Economics and Agribusiness. Guides RICA’s entrepreneurial incubator and seed projects.

Provides direction for extracurricular activities and maintains diverse stakeholder networks.

Assistant Lecturer, Sokoine University of Agriculture (Nov 2017 – Dec 2020)

Delivered courses in Agricultural Economics and Agribusiness. Assisted students in research works and supported academic/administrative duties.

Assistant Lecturer, University of Rwanda (April – July 2016)

Taught Agricultural Product Marketing. Engaged in university-assigned duties.

Consultancy Experience 💼

National Agricultural Export Development Board, Rwanda (Jan – Aug 2017)

Provided coaching, mentoring, and advisory services to cooperatives. Guided cooperatives in establishing Internal Control Systems for certification.

Rwanda Solution for Horticulture Project/USAID (Dec 2016 – May 2017)

Conducted stakeholder meetings in the horticultural value chain. Collected data on the value chain of various crops.

Education 🎓

Ph.D. in Agricultural Economics (Oct 2017 – Dec 2020), Sokoine University of Agriculture. Thesis: Choice of Livelihood Strategies among Rural Youth in Rwanda. Master’s in Agricultural and Applied Economics (Nov 2013 – Nov 2015), Sokoine University of Agriculture. Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Economics and Agribusiness (2008 – Feb 2012), University of Rwanda

Research Funds and Scholarships 💰🌍

Successfully raised research funds to investigate youth’s livelihood strategies in Rwanda. Won research funds for studies in conservation agriculture practices, soybean feeds, and RICA students’ engagement in agricultural entrepreneurial activities.

Skills and Certifications 🌐📊

Fluent in Kinyarwanda, French, and English. Skilled in Microsoft Office, SPSS, STATA, R, Python, and EndNote. Experienced in statistical and econometric analyses. Member of African Association of Agricultural Economists and Agricultural Economics Society of Tanzania.

Research Focus 📊🌱

Dr. Angelique Kangondo’s research revolves around empowering rural youth in Rwanda through strategic livelihood choices. Her work delves into the economic intricacies of manure disposal in Morogoro Municipality, emphasizing sustainable agricultural practices (1). Notably, she explores rural youths’ livelihood strategies and their profound impact on income poverty and food security, contributing to the African Journal of Economic and Management Studies (2). Additionally, her research investigates the determinants of livelihood choices among rural youth, shedding light on factors crucial for development, as highlighted in Development in Practice (3). Under review is her examination of the relationship between land size, productivity, and rural youth engagement in agriculture

Top Noted  Publications

A Kangondo (2015). Economics of Manure Disposal and Utilization in Morogoro
Municipality. cited by: 2, publication date: 2015.

Rural Youths’ Choice of Livelihood Strategies and their Impact on Income Poverty and Food Security in Rwanda. publication date: 21 April 2023.

Determinants of choice of Livelihood Strategies among rural youth in Rwanda. publication date: 2023

Productivity and Rural Youth Engagement in Agriculture in Rwanda, Under review. publication date: 2023