Amir Mor-Mussery | Ecology | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Amir Mor-Mussery | Ecology | Best Researcher Award

Dr, Agriculture Research Organization, Volcani, Israel

With a Ph.D. from Ben Gurion University in Environmental Sciences, Geoinformatics, and Urban Planning Sciences, specializing in agroecosystems in arid areas, I bring extensive expertise in spatial analyses using ArcGIS® and Python. My experience includes managing ecological projects and teaching roles at the Faculty of Agriculture, focusing on digital agriculture and soil enhancement practices. I’ve led research on satellite imaging and water irrigation systems, contributing significantly to environmental and agricultural sciences. Fluent in English and Hebrew, I’ve also conducted lectures internationally. Skilled in software like ArcGIS®, JMP®, and ImagJ®, I’m committed to advancing sustainable agriculture through innovative research and practical application.

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Academic Excellence and Ecological Leadership 🌱🌍

I am distinguished by my extensive expertise in agroecology and environmental sciences, cultivated through a robust academic journey culminating in a Ph.D. from Ben Gurion University. My doctoral research delved into the evolution of agroecosystems in arid loess areas, highlighting my commitment to sustainable land management (doi:10.13140/RG.2.2.21802.98240). Complementing this, my M.Sc. in Agriculture focused on geostatistical methods and their impact on crop physiology, particularly in cherry tomatoes. 🍅

 Professional Development 📚✨

My educational journey includes foundational degrees in Agriculture, specialized training in water management, organic breeding, and small ruminants. These have fortified my role as a leader in environmental projects, such as managing ecological processes using satellite imaging and guiding community-centered rehabilitation initiatives. 🌱

Technological Proficiency 🛠️🔍

I bring practical experience as a lecturer and project manager, fostering digital agriculture advancements and soil enhancement practices. Proficient in ArcGIS® and Python for spatial analysis, I’ve contributed significantly to agricultural research and educational initiatives worldwide. 🌍

Academic Impact 📊🎓

As a free lecturer and researcher, I advocate for sustainable practices and innovative solutions, leveraging technologies like GS+®, JMP®, and ImagJ®. Fluent in Hebrew and English, I am dedicated to bridging research with practical application, driving environmental stewardship and academic excellence. 🌱📈

📚 Publications:

Detecting changes in biomass productivity in a different land management regimes in drylands using satellite‐derived vegetation index

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Rehabilitating degraded drylands by creating woodland islets: Assessing long-term effects on aboveground productivity and soil fertility

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The effect of planting techniques on arid ecosystems in the northern Negev

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The effects of long time conservation of heavily grazed shrubland: A case study in the Northern Negev, Israel

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Using Landsat satellites to assess the impact of check dams built across erosive gullies on vegetation rehabilitation

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The effects of gully erosion on the ecology of arid loessial agro-ecosystems, the northern Negev, Israel

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Modeling the optimal grazing regime of Acacia victoriae silvopasture in the Northern Negev, Israel

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Effects of grazing control on ecosystem recovery, biological productivity gains, and soil carbon sequestration in long‐term degraded loess farmlands in the Northern Negev, Israel

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Contrasting effects of two Acacia species on understorey growth in a drylands environment: interplay of canopy shading and litter interference

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Zhongchuang Liu-Environmental Science-Best Researcher Award-5733

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Zhongchuang Liu-Environmental Science-Yangtze Normal University

 

Zhongchuang Liu-Environmental Science

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Notable Publications :

A Study on Water Rights Allocation in Transboundary Rivers Based on the Transfer and Inequality Index of Virtual Water 28 June 2023

Reparation and Performance Testing of Free Radical Photocurable Passivation Film Modified by Titanate Coupling Agent for Hot-plated Aluminum-zinc Steel Plate 07 February 2023

Impact of Land Cover Change on a Typical Mining Region and Its Ecological Environment Quality Evaluation Using Remote Sensing Based Ecological Index (RSEI)  6 October 2022

An Environmentally Friendly Inverse Microemulsion Method to Synthesize Polyacrylamide 27 August 2022

Clogging Simulation and Rainwater Runoff Purification Study of Eco-Type Steel Slag Permeable Concrete 12 April, 2022

Modeling the Distribution of Copper Loading Using Water Quality Modeling and its Impact Factor Analysis 12 April, 2022

 

Govarthanan Muthusamy-Environmental Science- Outstanding Scientist Award-5732

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Govarthanan Muthusamy-Environmental Science- Kyungpook National University

Govarthanan Muthusamy-Environmental Science

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Notable Publications :

A comprehensive review on polylactic acid (PLA)-Synthesis, processing and application in food packaging 15 April 2023, 123715

A review on biodegradable polylactic acid (PLA) production from fermentative food waste- Its applications and degradation 15 April 2023, 123703

Aftermath of nanomaterials on lipid profile of microalgae as a radical fuel supplement-A review  1 February 2023, 126444

Biorefineries development from agricultural byproducts: Value addition and circular bioeconomy  May 2023, 100970

Carbon-based nanomaterial intervention and efficient removal of various contaminants from effluents - A review  January 2023, 137319

Current and prognostic overview on the strategic exploitation of anaerobic digestion and digestate: A review 1 January 2023, 114526

Monica Saifi-Biological Sciences- Young Scientist Award-5715

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Congratulations to Monica Saifi-Biological Sciences- Young Scientist  – Award Winner 2023
Monica Saifi-Biological Sciences

Heartiest Congratulations on Your Young Scientist Award, Dr. Monica Saifi, It is with immense joy and pride that we extend our warmest congratulations to you on receiving the Young Scientist Award. Your exceptional contributions to the field of plant biotechnology and your dedication to advancing research have rightfully earned you this prestigious honor. Your unwavering commitment to excellence, coupled with your profound expertise in Plant Metabolic Engineering, Genome Editing, and Medicinal Plants, has set a remarkable standard in the scientific community. This Young Scientist Award is a testament to your hard work, passion, and the impact you've made in your field

professional profile:

Early Academic Pursuits

Dr. Monica Saifi embarked on her academic journey with a Bachelor's degree in Science, majoring in Biochemistry, Biostatistics, Botany, Zoology, and Chemistry. She continued her educational pursuits with a Master's degree in Biotechnology from Jamia Hamdard, where she delved into subjects such as Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Plant Physiology, Genomics, Proteomics, Immunology, Bioinformatics, and Plant Biotechnology. Her academic journey reached its pinnacle with a Ph.D. in Biotechnology from the same institution, focusing on "In silico analysis, modulation and expression of miRNAs in Stevia rebaudiana to evaluate their impact on accumulation of steviol glycosides."

Professional Endeavors

Dr. Monica Saifi has accumulated more than twelve years of research experience in the field of plant biological sciences, specializing in Plant Metabolic Engineering of Medicinal plants, Plant Tissue Culture, and Genome Editing. Her significant roles include being a Research Scientist and Project Coordinator at M/s Hydrogreen Leaf Pvt. Ltd., where she contributed to genome editing in Cannabis spp. to develop THC-free plants for improved therapeutic efficacy. She also served as a Guest Faculty at Jamia Hamdard, teaching various aspects of biotechnology to M.Sc. and B.Sc. Biotechnology students.

Contributions and Research Focus

Dr. Saifi's research interests span across Plant Metabolic Engineering, Plant Biotechnology, Plant Molecular Biology, Genetic Engineering, Genome Editing, Plant Tissue Culture, Nutraceutical Research, Medicinal Plants, and Plant Biodiversity and Evolution. Her notable contributions include work on CRISPR/Cpf1 genome editing in rice and in silico analysis of miRNAs in Stevia rebaudiana to evaluate their impact on the accumulation of steviol glycosides.

Accolades and Recognition

Dr. Monica Saifi has received several accolades, including the World Intellectual Property Accreditation Scholar Medal for her outstanding performance in "Plant Molecular Biology." She was awarded first prize for the best paper presentation in the National Seminar on Biotechnology in Health Care at Jamia Hamdard in 2017. Additionally, she qualified GATE with 90 percentiles in Life Sciences in 2011 and received UGC-Maulana Azad National Fellowship in 2012.

Impact and Influence

Dr. Saifi's impact is evident in her extensive list of research papers, patent publications, and her role as an editor for a special issue on "Functional Genomics of Secondary Metabolite Biosynthesis in Medicinal Plants" in Frontiers in Genetics. Her teaching experience, along with her efforts in organizing conferences and workshops, showcases her commitment to knowledge dissemination and academic enrichment.

Legacy and Future Contributions

Dr. Monica Saifi's legacy is marked by her dedication to advancing knowledge in plant biotechnology and her role in fostering collaborations. Her future contributions are anticipated to further enrich the field of life sciences, with a focus on sustainable development, genetic engineering, and the exploration of plant biodiversity.

Enhancement of diterpenoid steviol glycosides by co-overexpressing SrKO and SrUGT76G1 genes in Stevia rebaudiana Bertoni  2023

Integrated miRNA, target mRNA, and metabolome profiling of Tinospora cordifolia with reference to berberine biosynthesis  2022 (3)

Natural inhibitors: A sustainable way to combat aflatoxins  2022 (9)

Set of miRNAs Involved in Sulfur Uptake and the Assimilation Pathway of Indian Mustard (B. juncea) in Response to Sulfur Treatments  2022

Identification and the potential involvement of miRNAs in the regulation of artemisinin biosynthesis in A. annua  2020 (3)

 

Sujit Kumar Roy –Environmental Science- Best Researcher Award

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Congratulations to Sujit Kumar Roy –Environmental Science- Best Researcher  – Award Winner 2023

Sujit Kumar Roy

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Early Academic Pursuits:

Sujit Kumar Roy embarked on his academic journey with a foundation rooted in excellence. He pursued his Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) at Natunhat Public College, Jessore, achieving a remarkable GPA of 5.00 in the Science stream. This commitment to academic excellence continued as he completed his Bachelor's in Environmental Science and Disaster Management from Noakhali Science and Technology University (NSTU) with an outstanding CGPA of 3.72 out of 4.00. His passion for knowledge led him to Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET), where he is currently pursuing a Master of Science in Water Resource Development (WRD).

Professional Endeavors:

Sujit Kumar Roy's professional journey began at Plan Plus Limited (PPL), where he served as a GIS Analyst from October 2017 to May 2019. His responsibilities included designing and editing GIS data for various projects, maintaining databases, and collaborating with international stakeholders. Subsequently, he contributed significantly as a Research Assistant at IWFM, BUET, engaging in RS and GIS data analysis, laboratory work, and report writing. His dedication to environmental research and analysis continued at RAiN Forum, where he worked as a Research Fellow.

Contributions and Research Focus:

Sujit Kumar Roy showcased his expertise as a Junior Environmental Expert at PPL from March 2020 to December 2022. His role involved EIA report preparation, GIS and RS data analysis, and effective team and office management. His proficiency extended into his current position at Gazi Group, where, as a Research Assistant, he contributes to various research projects, conducts data analysis, and specializes in statistical software applications such as SPSS, R, and Matlab.

Accolades and Recognition:

Throughout his career, Sujit Kumar Roy has earned recognition for his outstanding contributions. His involvement in significant projects, including the Gopalganj District Important Rural Infrastructure Improvement Project and various bridge construction EIA and EMP reports, reflects his commitment to impactful work in the field.

Impact and Influence:

Sujit Kumar Roy's work has left a lasting impact on the organizations he has been a part of, notably in GIS and environmental research. His ability to manage teams, conduct field visits, and collaborate with international delegates underscores his influence in the professional arena.

Legacy and Future Contributions:

As Sujit Kumar Roy continues to contribute to environmental research and water resource development, his legacy is marked by a dedication to excellence and a passion for addressing critical challenges. His future contributions are poised to further advance sustainable practices, research methodologies, and environmental management.

Notable Publication:

Novel hybrid models to enhance the efficiency of groundwater potentiality model  09 March 2022 (16)