Meena Krishania | Bioprocessing | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Meena Krishania | Bioprocessing | Best Researcher Award

Scientist at National Agri-Food Biotechnology Institute (NABI), India

Dr. Meena Krishania Choudhary is a Scientist at the Center of Innovative and Applied Bioprocessing (CIAB), Mohali. She holds a B.E. in Biotechnology (Rajasthan University, 2007), an M.Tech in Chemical Engineering (MNIT Jaipur, 2009), and a Ph.D. from IIT Delhi (2013). Her research focuses on sustainable bioprocessing, biomass valorization, and upscaling technologies using agricultural by-products and lignocellulosic biomass.

Profile:

๐ŸŽ“ Academic Background:

  • B.E. in Biotechnology Engineering โ€“ Rajasthan University (2007)

  • M.Tech in Chemical Engineering โ€“ MNIT, Jaipur (2009)

  • Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering โ€“ IIT Delhi (2013)

๐Ÿงช Professional Journey:

  • Former Assistant Professor at Amity University, Haryana

  • Joined CIAB, Mohali in 2014

  • Expert in biomass valorization, biochemical engineering, industrial biotechnology, and sustainable bioprocessing

๐Ÿ› ๏ธ Research & Innovation:

  • Focus on sustainable technologies from agricultural waste & lignocellulosic biomass

  • 8 patents filed, 4 granted

  • 2 technologies successfully transferred to industry

  • Author of 30+ research papers, 1 book, and 4 book chapters

  • Published in top journals like Bioresource Technology, Fuel, Food Chemistry, etc.

๐ŸŒ Professional Memberships:

  • Biotech Research Society of India (BRSI)

  • International Bioprocessing Association (IFIbiop)

  • International Society for Energy, Environment & Sustainability (ISEES)

  • Catalysis Society of India (CSI)

๐Ÿ† Awards & Recognition:

  • Early Career Research Grant โ€“ SERB (2017)

  • Best Woman Scientist Award โ€“ IISF Conclave (2018)

  • Best Project Award โ€“ I2Tech Open House, IIT Delhi (2010)

  • Represented India at SEE Forum Japan (2011)

๐Ÿ”ฌ Key Research Interests:

  • Biochemical & Chemical Engineering

  • Bioenergy & Industrial Bioprocessing

  • Food Processing & Green Technologies

  • Waste-to-Value and Biomass Upscaling

๐Ÿ“š Google Scholar Citation Metrics:

  • Total Citations: 1,377

  • Citations since 2020: 1,078

  • h-index: 21

  • h-index since 2020: 19

  • i10-index: 26

  • i10-index since 2020: 24

Publication Top Notes:

  1. Analysis of different techniques used for improvement of biomethanation process: A review
    M. Krishania, V. Kumar, V.K. Vijay, A. Malik
    Fuel, 106, 1โ€“9 (2013). Citations: 144

  2. Vitamins in cereals: A critical review of content, health effects, processing losses, bioaccessibility, fortification, and biofortification strategies for their improvement
    M. Garg, A. Sharma, S. Vats, V. Tiwari, A. Kumari, V. Mishra, M. Krishania
    Frontiers in Nutrition, 8, Article 586815 (2021). Citations: 134

  3. Methane fermentation and kinetics of wheat straw pretreated substrates co-digested with cattle manure in batch assay
    M. Krishania, V.K. Vijay, R. Chandra
    Energy, 57, 359โ€“367 (2013). Citations: 125

  4. Efficient detoxification of corn cob hydrolysate with ion-exchange resins for enhanced xylitol production by Candida tropicalis MTCC 6192
    V. Kumar, M. Krishania, P.P. Sandhu, V. Ahluwalia, E. Gnansounou, et al.
    Bioresource Technology, 251, 416โ€“419 (2018). Citations: 77

  5. Rising demand for healthy foods โ€“ Anthocyanin biofortified colored wheat is a new research trend
    M. Garg, S. Kaur, A. Sharma, A. Kumari, V. Tiwari, S. Sharma, P. Kapoor, M. Krishania, et al.
    Frontiers in Nutrition, 9, Article 878221 (2022). Citations: 73

  6. A novel approach of integrated bioprocessing of cane molasses for production of prebiotic and functional bioproducts
    M. Sharma, S.N. Patel, K. Lata, U. Singh, M. Krishania, R.S. Sangwan, et al.
    Bioresource Technology, 219, 311โ€“318 (2016). Citations: 65

  7. Process scale-up of an efficient acid-catalyzed steam pretreatment of rice straw for xylitol production by C. tropicalis MTCC 6192
    S. Singh, D. Kaur, S.K. Yadav, M. Krishania
    Bioresource Technology, 320, 124422 (2021). Citations: 53

  8. Integrated approach for extraction of xylose, cellulose, lignin and silica from rice straw
    M. Krishania, V. Kumar, R.S. Sangwan
    Bioresource Technology Reports, 1, 89โ€“93 (2018). Citations: 53

  9. Design of bioreactors in solid-state fermentation
    M. Krishania, R. Sindhu, P. Binod, V. Ahluwalia, V. Kumar, R.S. Sangwan, et al.
    In: Current Developments in Biotechnology and Bioengineering, Elsevier, pp. 83โ€“96 (2018). Citations: 48

  10. Therapeutic potential of nutraceuticals and dietary supplements in the prevention of viral diseases: A review
    S. Singh, P. Kola, D. Kaur, G. Singla, V. Mishra, P.S. Panesar, K. Mallikarjunan, M. Krishania, et al.
    Frontiers in Nutrition, 8, Article 679312 (2021). Citations: 40

 

Dejuan Wang | Urology | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Dejuan Wang | Urology | Best Researcher Award

Professor at Sun Yat-sen University, China

Prof. Dr. Dejuan Wang is a Chief Physician in the Department of Urology at The Sixth Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China. Born in December 1970, she has over two decades of experience in clinical urology and medical research. Her primary research interests include urologic oncology, stem cell therapy, oxidative stress pathways, and molecular mechanisms in renal and bladder disorders.

Profile:

๐ŸŽ“ Academic & Clinical Leadership:

Prof. Dr. Wang Dejuan (b. December 1970) is a distinguished urologist and researcher, currently serving as Chief Physician at the Sixth Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University. With decades of clinical and academic experience, she is renowned for her work in urologic oncology, renal injury, pediatric urology, and regenerative medicine.

๐Ÿ“š Key Research Areas:

  • ๐Ÿ”ฌ Ferroptosis & Autophagy in renal and bladder conditions

  • ๐Ÿง  Smooth Muscle Cell Aging

  • ๐Ÿงฌ Gene diagnostics in sex development disorders

  • ๐Ÿงช Mitochondrial function and mitophagy

  • ๐Ÿ‘ถ Pediatric urology and surgical innovations

๐Ÿ† Publications & Impact:

Dr. Wang has authored over 10 high-impact journal articles, including publications in:

  • Bioactive Materials (IF 20.3)

  • Phytotherapy Research (IF 7.0)

  • Frontiers in Pharmacology (IF 6.5)
    Her research has appeared in Q1 journals and reflects a blend of basic science and clinical application.

๐Ÿ’ฐ Research Grants:

Recipient of multiple competitive grants from the Guangdong Provincial Natural Science Foundation and Science and Technology Plan Projects, including:

  • Grant No: 2024A1515010266

  • Grant No: 2017A030313898

๐ŸŒ Collaborative Research & Global Reach:

Her multidisciplinary collaborations involve leading Chinese medical researchers, and her work contributes to precision medicine, translational science, and public health in urology.

๐Ÿ“Š Citation Metrics Summary:

  • ๐Ÿ“„ Total Publications: 52

  • ๐Ÿ“ˆ Total Citations: 559 (from 545 unique documents)

  • ๐Ÿ”ข h-index: 14

Publication Top Notes:

  1. Obstacles and Sustainability of Enhanced Recovery After Surgery in Pediatric Laparoscopic Pyeloplasty
    Frontiers in Pediatrics, 2024
    DOI: 10.3389/fped.2024.1437262

  2. Bioprinted Mesenchymal Stem Cell Microfiber-Derived Extracellular Vesicles Alleviate Unilateral Renal Ischemia-Reperfusion Injury and Fibrosis by Inhibiting Tubular Epithelial Cells Ferroptosis
    Bioactive Materials, 2024
    DOI: 10.1016/j.bioactmat.2024.08.011

  3. Poly-L-Lactic Acid/Gelatin Electrospun Membrane-Loaded Bone Marrow-Derived Mesenchymal Stem Cells Attenuate Erectile Dysfunction Caused by Cavernous Nerve Injury
    International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 2024
    DOI: 10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2024.131099

  4. Targeted Next-Generation Sequencing for the Diagnosis of Gene Variants in Patients with 46,XY Disorder of Sex Development
    Sexual Development, 2023
    DOI: 10.1159/000528916

  5. Loperamide Induces Protective Autophagy and Apoptosis Through the ROS/JNK Signaling Pathway in Bladder Cancer
    Biochemical Pharmacology, 2023
    DOI: 10.1016/j.bcp.2023.115870

  6. D-Galactose Induces the Senescence and Phenotype Switch of Corpus Cavernosum Smooth Muscle Cells
    Journal of Cellular Physiology, 2023
    DOI: 10.1002/jcp.31150

  7. Enhanced Recovery Management in Pediatric Pyeloplasty: Outcomes in a Single Institution and Tips for Improvement
    World Journal of Urology, 2023
    DOI: 10.1007/s00345-023-04422-y

  8. Laparoscopic-Assisted Trans-Scrotal Orchiopexy Versus Traditional Orchiopexy for Inguinal Cryptorchidism: A Retrospective Study Based on 154 Patients
    BMC Urology, 2023
    DOI: 10.1186/s12894-023-01244-3

  9. Gambogenic Acid Induces Apoptosis and Autophagy Through ROS-Mediated Endoplasmic Reticulum Stress via JNK Pathway in Prostate Cancer Cells
    Phytotherapy Research, 2022
    DOI: 10.1002/ptr.7614

  10. MitoTEMPO Protects Against Podocyte Injury by Inhibiting NLRP3 Inflammasome via PINK1/Parkin Pathway-Mediated Mitophagy
    European Journal of Pharmacology, 2022
    DOI: 10.1016/j.ejphar.2022.175136

  11. Benchmarking of Five Algorithms for High-Resolution Genotyping of Human Leukocyte Antigen Class I Genes from Blood and Tissue Samples
    Annals of Translational Medicine, 2022
    DOI: 10.21037/atm-22-875

  12. Zhen-Wu-Tang Induced Mitophagy to Protect Mitochondrial Function in Chronic Glomerulonephritis via PI3K/AKT/mTOR and AMPK Pathways
    Frontiers in Pharmacology, 2021
    DOI: 10.3389/fphar.2021.777670

  13. Integrative Analysis of Prognostic Long Non-Coding RNAs with Copy Number Variation in Bladder Cancer
    Journal of Zhejiang University-SCIENCE B, 2021
    DOI: 10.1631/jzus.b2000494

  14. Statin and Metformin Therapy in Prostate Cancer Patients with Hyperlipidemia Who Underwent Radiotherapy: A Population-Based Cohort Study
    Cancer Management and Research, 2019
    DOI: 10.2147/cmar.s166638

  15. Threading Cannula Needle-Assisted 4-Point Suspension Fixation for Retroperitoneal Laparoscopic Pyeloplasty in Children with UPJ Obstruction
    International Urology and Nephrology, 2018
    DOI: 10.1007/s11255-018-2048-x

  16. A Novel Modification of Transurethral Enucleation and Resection of the Prostate in Patients with Prostate Glands Larger than 80โ€‰mL: Surgical Procedures and Clinical Outcomes
    Urology, 2018
    DOI: 10.1016/j.urology.2017.11.036

 

Huaqin Pan | Infection Microbiology | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Huaqin Pan | Infection Microbiology | Best Researcher Award

Chief at Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, China

Dr. Huaqin Pan is a Chief Physician and Associate Professor at the Department of Transplantation Intensive Care Unit, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, China. He holds a Ph.D. and M.D. in Gastroenterology from Wuhan University School of Medicine, and a B.S. in Laboratory Medicine from Hubei University of Chinese Medicine.

Profile:

๐ŸŽ“ Education:

  • Ph.D. in Gastroenterology โ€“ Wuhan University (2015)

  • M.D. in Gastroenterology โ€“ Wuhan University (2012)

  • B.S. in Laboratory Medicine โ€“ Hubei University of Chinese Medicine (2009)

๐Ÿ”ฌ Research Focus:

  • Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)

  • Sepsis, Asthma, Colitis, and COVID-19

  • Gut microbiota & fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT)

  • Immunomodulation via MD-1, RP105, and TLR4/NF-ฮบB signaling

๐Ÿงช Key Skills & Techniques:

  • Animal disease models (DSS-colitis, asthma, sepsis)

  • Flow cytometry, ELISA, PCR, Immunohistochemistry

  • Cell culture, cytokine profiling, vector construction

  • Metabolomics, bioinformatics, statistical modeling (R, SPSS)

๐Ÿ“š Publications & Impact:

  • 50+ peer-reviewed papers

  • Published in Am J Physiol, Front Neurol, World J Gastroenterol, Cell Death Discov, etc.

  • Frequent corresponding & co-first author

  • COVID-19, colitis, and sepsis research widely cited

๐Ÿ’ก Funded Projects (as PI):

  • NSFC Grant on MD-1 and colitis

  • FMT & gut microbiome in ICU patients

  • RP105/MD-1 role in sepsis pathogenesis

๐Ÿ† Honors & Presentations:

  • Poster presenter at AOCC 2016 (Kyoto, Japan)

  • DDW 2019 (San Diego, USA)

  • Chinese Medical Association COVID-19 forum (2021)

๐Ÿง‘โ€โš•๏ธ Clinical Roles:

  • Chief Physician (2023โ€“Present)

  • Former Associate Chief Physician & Mentor (2020โ€“2023)

  • Over a decade of experience in intensive care and transplant medicine

๐ŸŒ Memberships & Editorial Roles:

  • Editorial board: World Journal of Experimental Medicine

  • Peer reviewer for World J Gastroenterol & Clinical Cases

  • Member: Chinese Medical Association (Transplantation Infection Group)

๐Ÿ“Š Citation Metrics โ€“ Dr. Huaqin Pan, M.D., Ph.D.

  • Total Citations: 759

  • Citing Documents: 757

  • Total Publications (Indexed): 29

  • h-index: 11

Publication Top Notes:

  • Effect of antiplatelet therapy after COVID-19 diagnosis: A systematic review with meta-analysis and trial sequential analysis
    PLoS ONE, 2024. DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0297628

  • Comparative effectiveness of treatments for recurrent Clostridioides difficile infection: A network meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials
    Frontiers in Pharmacology, 2024. DOI: 10.3389/fphar.2024.1430724

  • Identification of predictive markers of Pneumocystis jirovecii pneumonia in kidney transplant recipients
    Transplant Immunology, 2024. DOI: 10.1016/j.trim.2024.102074

  • Hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis associated with synergistic defects of AP3B1 and ATM genes: A case report and literature review
    Journal of Clinical Medicine, 2023. DOI: 10.3390/jcm12010095

  • Research advances of Toll-like receptor 4 in sepsis
    Medical Journal of Wuhan University, 2023. DOI: 10.14188/j.1671-8852.2021.0891

  • Screening of potential key ferroptosis-related genes in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
    International Journal of COPD, 2023. DOI: 10.2147/COPD.S422835

  • Washed microbiota transplantation for Clostridioides difficile infection: A national multicenter real-world study
    Journal of Digestive Diseases, 2023. DOI: 10.1111/1751-2980.13227

  • Pulmonary fat embolism syndrome: A case report and literature review
    Iranian Red Crescent Medical Journal, 2023. DOI: 10.32592/ircmj.2023.25.7.2600

  • Effect of therapeutic versus prophylactic anticoagulation therapy on clinical outcomes in COVID-19 patients: A systematic review with updated meta-analysis
    Thrombosis Journal, 2022. DOI: 10.1186/s12959-022-00408-9

  • Sera metabolomics characterization of patients at different stages in Wuhan identifies critical biomarkers of COVID-19
    Frontiers in Cellular and Infection Microbiology, 2022. DOI: 10.3389/fcimb.2022.882661

  • Aberrant cytokine expression in COVID-19 patients: Associations between cytokines and disease severity
    Cytokine, 2021. DOI: 10.1016/j.cyto.2021.155523

  • Case report: The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pneumonia with multiple thromboembolism
    Frontiers in Neurology, 2021. DOI: 10.3389/fneur.2020.625272

  • COVID-19 and its effects on the digestive system
    World Journal of Gastroenterology, 2021. DOI: 10.3748/wjg.v27.i24.3502

  • Serum uric acid concentrations and risk of adverse outcomes in patients with COVID-19
    Frontiers in Endocrinology, 2021. DOI: 10.3389/fendo.2021.633767

 

Daniel Garcia | Nursing IT | Breakthrough Research Award

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Prof. Dr. Daniel Garcia | Nursing IT | Breakthrough Research Award

Professor and Research at ย University of Vic, Spain

Daniel Garcรญa Gutiรฉrrez, Ph.D., is a senior academic and health technology expert currently serving as a faculty member and project leader at the Universitat de Vic โ€“ Universitat Central de Catalunya (UVic-UCC), Faculty of Health Sciences in Manresa. With over two decades of experience across healthcare, academia, and clinical simulation, he specializes in TIC-Salud (Health IT), clinical education, and simulation-based learning in nursing and health sciences.

Profile:

๐Ÿฅ Professional Role:

Daniel Garcรญa Gutiรฉrrez is a full-time faculty member and project leader at the Universitat de Vic – Universitat Central de Catalunya (UVic-UCC), serving within the Health Sciences Department. He coordinates TIC-Salud projects, oversees nursing exchange programs, and specializes in clinical simulation and eHealth.

๐ŸŽ“ Academic Background:

  • Ph.D. in Health Services and Comprehensive Care, UVic-UCC

  • Multiple Masterโ€™s Degrees in:

    • Clinical Trials Monitoring

    • IT Project Management

    • Health Simulation Methodology

    • Nursing and Diabetes Education

๐Ÿ“š Teaching & Mentorship:

Daniel has delivered courses on clinical simulation, eSalud, and nursing informatics across various institutions in Spain, Germany, and Denmark. He is also an advisor and reviewer of numerous TFGs and TFMs in anesthesiology, emergencies, and simulation-related programs.

๐Ÿ”ฌ Research & Innovation:

  • Member of research groups GRIST and GRINDOSSEP focused on simulation in health education.

  • Contributed to Horizon 2020 project CAREGIVERSPRO-MMD and national project DIALCAT.

  • Leads and co-authors studies on public health, nursing education, AI in healthcare, and adolescent well-being.

๐Ÿ“‘ Publications & Impact:

  • Authored peer-reviewed articles in journals like Nursing Reports, European Journal of Education, and Revista Internacional de Salud.

  • Topics include AI in nursing, student well-being, public health interventions, and 3D food technology in dysphagia care.

  • Contributor to academic books on institutional simulation strategy.

๐ŸŒ Internationalization & Community Engagement:

  • Coordinator of international nursing mobility programs.

  • Active in cross-cultural academic exchanges through Erasmus+.

  • Engages in public health innovation through platforms like HealthBaloo and PAVCE.

Publication Top Notes:

  1. Artificial Intelligence in Nursing: New Opportunities and Challenges
    E. Ramรญrezโ€Baraldes, D. Garcรญaโ€Gutiรฉrrez, C. Garcรญaโ€Salido
    European Journal of Education, 60(1), e70033, 2025

  2. Affectiveโ€“Sexual Behaviors in Youth: Analysis of a Public Health Survey in the School Setting
    J.A. Zafra-Agea, E. Ramรญrez-Baraldes, C. Garcรญa-Salido, D. Garcรญa-Gutiรฉrrez, et al.
    Healthcare, 12(17), 1762, 2024

  3. Predictive Markers and Self-Perceived Health in Adolescents: An Exploration Through a School-Based Public Health Survey
    J.A. Zafra-Agea, M. Vilafranca-Cartagena, D. Garcรญa-Gutiรฉrrez, et al.
    Adolescents, 5(2), 16, 2025

  4. Perception of Knowledge Transfer from Clinical Simulations to the Care Practice in Nursing Students
    C. Garcรญa-Salido, M.M. Capell, D. Garcรญa-Gutiรฉrrez, E. Ramรญrez-Baraldes
    Investigaciรณn y Educaciรณn en Enfermerรญa, 42(2), 2024

  5. Understanding the Mental Health of Students and Professors within Universities: A Cross-Sectional, Multicultural Analysis Across Three European Countries
    C. Garcรญa-Salido, E. Ramรญrez-Baraldes, F. Miedaner, M. Hasseler, D. Garcรญa-Gutiรฉrrez, et al.
    Investigaciรณn y Educaciรณn en Enfermerรญa, 43(1), e08, 2025

  6. Analysis of Nursing Education Curricula in Spain: Integration of Genetic and Genomic Concepts
    K. Ariza-Martin, D. Garcรญa-Gutiรฉrrez, C. Garcรญa-Salido
    Nursing Reports, 14(4), 3689, 2024

  7. Learners to Leaders: Impact of Instructor Roles on Nursing Studentsโ€™ Professional Development in Clinical Simulations
    C. Garcรญa-Salido, D. Garcรญa-Gutiรฉrrez
    Nursing Reports, 14(4), 3652, 2024

  8. Self-Perceived Health, Mood, and Substance Use Among Adolescents: An Analysis to Enhance Family, Community, and Mental Health Care
    J.A. Zafra-Agea, C. Garcรญa-Salido, E. Ramรญrez-Baraldes, D. Garcรญa-Gutiรฉrrez, et al.
    Healthcare, 12(22), 2304, 2024

  9. La impresiรณn 3D de alimentos como una tecnologรญa facilitadora para las personas que viven con disfagia y sus cuidadores
    D. Garcรญa-Gutiรฉrrez
    Universitat de Vic โ€“ Universitat Central de Catalunya, 2024

  10. Percepรงรฃo da transferรชncia de conhecimentos das simulaรงรตes clรญnicas para a prรกtica assistencial em estudantes de enfermagem
    C. Garcรญa-Salido, M.M. Capell, D. Garcรญa-Gutiรฉrrez, E. Ramรญrez-Baraldes
    Investigaciรณn y Educaciรณn en Enfermerรญa, 42(2), 2024

  11. Understanding Mental Health of Students and Teachers within Universities: A Cross-Sectional, Multicultural Analysis Across Three European Countries
    C. Garcรญa-Salido, F. Miedaner, M. Hasseler, A. Hlubuฤkovรก, D. Garcรญa-Gutiรฉrrez, et al.
    Investigaciรณn y Educaciรณn en Enfermerรญa, 2024

  12. Enhancing Adolescent Well-Being: Sleep, Nutrition, Substance Use, Leisure Activities, and Community Strategies for Effective Public Health Interventions
    J.A. Zafra-Agea, M. Vilafranca-Cartagena, D. Garcรญa-Gutiรฉrrez
    Manuscript, 2024

  13. Effectiveness of Simulation Strategies and Their Transfer to the Clinical Practice in the Nursing Course: A Cross-Sectional Study
    C. Garcรญa-Salido, D. Garcรญa-Gutiรฉrrez, A. รlvarez-Vargas, M. Mateu-Capell, et al.
    Journal (unspecified), 2022

  14. Simulaciรณn: De la estrategia institucional al caso concreto
    A. Camps-Gรณmez, S. Cano Hernรกndez, ร“. Dalmau Ibรกรฑez, D. Garcรญa-Gutiรฉrrez
    GRAO, Chapter in Book, 2021
    ISBN: 97884-18627033 | Depรณsito legal: B-68822-2021

 

Harikumaran M | Mathematics | Best Scholar Award

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Mr. Harikumaran M | Mathematics | Best Scholar Award

Research Scholar at Periyar Maniammai Institute of Science & Technology, India

Mr. M. Harikumaran is an early-career researcher in mathematics and computational intelligence, specializing in fuzzy logic systems, soft computing, and precision agriculture. He holds an M.Sc. in Mathematics (CGPA 9.2) and has recently submitted his Ph.D. thesis at Periyar Maniammai Institute of Science & Technology, focusing on a novel fuzzy-metaheuristic framework for optimizing fertilizer application in smart farming.

Profile:

๐ŸŽ“ Academic Background:

  • Ph.D. in Mathematics (Thesis Submitted: May 2025)
    Periyar Maniammai Institute of Science & Technology, Thanjavur

  • M.Sc. in Mathematics โ€“ 9.2 CGPA

  • B.Sc. in Mathematics โ€“ 82%

๐Ÿ”ฌ Research Expertise:

  • Fuzzy Logic (Type-1, Type-2, Type-3) & Optimization

  • Precision Agriculture & Sustainable Farming

  • Soft Computing (ANFIS, ANN, RL)

  • Metaheuristic & Swarm Intelligence Algorithms

  • Predictive Modeling & Simulation

๐Ÿ“˜ Key Contributions:

  • ๐Ÿง  Developed AIFOS: Intelligent system for optimizing fertilizer use

  • ๐Ÿงช Designed Hybrid Walrusโ€“Shark Algorithm (HWSFA) for feature selection

  • ๐Ÿ›ฐ๏ธ Integrated Reinforcement Learning for real-time soil adaptability

  • ๐Ÿ“ 7 Scopus-indexed publications (incl. Elsevier Q1, IF: 7.6)

  • ๐Ÿ“š 2 Book Chapters, 1 Indian Patent, 6 International Presentations

  • ๐Ÿง‘โ€๐Ÿ’ผ Reviewer for Contemporary Mathematics (Q1)

๐Ÿ’ป Tools & Tech Stack:

  • Software: MATLAB, SPSS, Orange, Weka

  • Programming: Python (NumPy, SciPy, scikit-fuzzy)

  • Models: FIS, ANN, ANFIS, PSO, GA, ABC, WOA

๐Ÿ† Recognition & Roles:

  • Patent co-inventor on hybrid fuzzy-ML model for stock prediction

  • Guest lectures on fuzzy logic and optimization

  • Mentored undergraduate/postgraduate dissertation projects

๐Ÿ“Œ Career Vision:

To contribute as an Assistant Professor by blending research and teaching in mathematical modeling, AI, and sustainable systemsโ€”creating intelligent solutions for agriculture, energy, and real-world decision-making.

Publication Top Notes:

  1. Comparative Analysis of ANN and ANFIS Models for Solar Energy Prediction: Advancing Forecasting Accuracy in Photovoltaic Systems
    AIP Conference Proceedings, 3231(1), 2024.

  2. Enhancing Predictive Modeling in Power Plants: A Comparative Analysis of ANFIS and ANN for Electrical Energy Output Estimation
    2024 International Conference on Inventive Computation Technologies (ICICT), IEEE, 2024.

  3. Optimizing Fertilizer Recommendations in Precision Agriculture: A Novel Defuzzification Approach with Adaptive Intelligent Optimization
    Knowledge-Based Systems, 321, Article 113550, 2025. (Elsevier, SCIE, Q1, IF: 7.6)

  4. Enhancing Rice Crop Yield Prediction through the Integration of ANFIS and ANN Models with Real-Time Sensor Data
    Computational Methods in Science and Technology, pp. 370โ€“376, 2024. (CRC Press)

  5. Optimizing Fertilizer Recommendations through Fuzzy Logic and Soil Nutrient Analysis for Advancing Precision Agriculture
    Computational Methods in Science and Technology, pp. 205โ€“212, 2024. (CRC Press)

  6. Optimizing Corrosion Prevention Strategies through Mathematical Predictive Modelling: Integration of Linguistic Rules and Fuzzy Inference Systems
    Computational Methods in Science and Technology, pp. 377โ€“383, 2024. (CRC Press)

  7. Examining Market Volatility Arbitrage in Cryptocurrencies with the Perspective of Beldex Coin Trading Dynamics in India
    Investment Management & Financial Innovations, 21(4), pp. 289โ€“300, 2024. (Scopus Indexed)

 

Monira Jahan | ICT in Education | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Monira Jahan | ICT in Education | Best Researcher Award

Professor at Jagannath University, Canada

Dr. Monira Jahan is a Professor at the Institute of Education and Research (IER), Jagannath University, Dhaka, Bangladesh. She holds a PhD in Education from the University of Nottingham, UK, with a pioneering thesis on multi-level modelling and school effectiveness in Bangladesh. With over two decades of teaching and research experience, Dr. Jahan specializes in educational psychology, school improvement, inclusive education, early childhood development, and educational research methods.

Profile:

๐ŸŽ“ Academic Background:

  • PhD in Education, University of Nottingham, UK ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง
    Thesis: โ€œEducational Influences on Studentsโ€™ Academic Attainment: A Multi-level Analysis in Bangladeshโ€

  • MA in Educational Research Methods, University of Nottingham

  • MEd & BEd, University of Dhaka & National University, Bangladesh ๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ฉ

  • MSc & BSc in Psychology, University of Dhaka

๐Ÿง  Expertise & Research Interests:

  • School Effectiveness & Improvement

  • Educational Psychology & Child Development

  • Inclusive & Distance Education

  • Equity in Education & Gender Studies

  • Educational Leadership, TVET, ICT in Education

๐Ÿ“š Publications:

  • ๐Ÿ“˜ Books & Chapters:
    Authored and edited works with Bangla Academy, Bangladesh Open University, and IGI Global (USA).

  • ๐Ÿ“ Articles:
    Published extensively in Springer, IRRODL (Canada), and national journals on ICT, learning outcomes, gender, and pedagogy.

๐ŸŽ“ Teaching & Supervision:

  • Professor at IER, Jagannath University (2018โ€“Present)

  • Former Associate Professor at Bangladesh Open University

  • PhD, MPhil, and MEd supervisor on topics from ICT in education to early childhood development.

๐Ÿ† Research Awards & Projects:

  • Principal Investigator in 10+ National Research Projects
    Funded by: British Council, BANBEIS, Ministry of Disaster Management, and Jagannath University

  • Focus areas include ICT in Education, Teacher Practices, Gender & Inclusion, and TVET Impact

๐ŸŒ International Exposure:

  • Studied and trained in the UK, taught in Canada, participated in global conferences in Sweden, Taiwan, and Oman

  • Cross-cultural experience in Asia, Europe, and North America

๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿ’ผ Workshops & Leadership:

  • Acted as resource person in curriculum design, teacher training, and instructional design workshops across Bangladesh

  • Led multiple national-level education policy and evaluation initiatives

๐Ÿ’ป Technical Proficiency:

  • ๐Ÿ” Data Analysis: SPSS, AMOS, MLWin, NVivo

  • ๐Ÿ“Š Statistical Techniques: CFA, EFA, Multi-level Modelling

  • ๐Ÿงฎ Tools: MS Office Suite, PowerPoint, Excel, Access

๐ŸŒ Memberships & Affiliations:

  • ๐Ÿง  Bangladesh Psychological Association

  • ๐ŸŒ Asian Association of Social Psychology

  • ๐Ÿ“˜ Teacher Development Institute (TDI)

  • ๐ŸŒฑ FREPD Bangladesh (Lifelong Member)

๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ Languages & Communication:

  • Fluent in Bengali and English

  • Strong cross-cultural communication skills from living in the UK, Canada, and Bangladesh

Publications:

  1. Exploring Infrastructure, Teacher Competence, and Curriculum Knowledge Gaps in ICT Teaching Practices in Secondary Education in Bangladesh
    SN Social Sciences, 2025-07-03
    DOI: 10.1007/s43545-025-01118-5
    Contributors: Monira Jahan, Rahul Chandra Shaha, Kazi Faruk Hossain, Shafiul Islam

  2. Effective Ways of English Language Teaching at Secondary Schools in Bangladesh: Challenges and the Way Forward
    SN Social Sciences, 2023-02-13
    DOI: 10.1007/s43545-023-00627-5
    Contributors: Monira Jahan, Protiva Rani Karmaker

 

Md. Rony Masud | Climate Finance | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Md. Rony Masud | Climate Finance | Best Researcher Award

Deputy Director at Bangladesh Bank, Bangladesh.ย 

Md. Rony Masud is the Deputy Director at Bangladesh Bank (Central Bank of Bangladesh), where he manages foreign exchange reserves and contributes to national monetary policy and financial regulation. He holds a Masterโ€™s degree in Public Management & Administration in International Business from Rikkyo University, Japan, and an MBA in International Business from the University of Dhaka.

Profile:

๐ŸŽฏ Research Objective:

With over a decade of hands-on experience in monetary policy and financial regulation, Rony aims to pursue a PhD focused on bridging economic theory and environmental sustainability using data-driven, policy-relevant research.

๐Ÿ”ฌ Research Interests:

Behavioral Economics | Environmental & Resource Economics | Agricultural Finance | Financial Inclusion | AI in Financial Analysis | Macro-Financial Policy | Development Economics

๐ŸŽ“ Education:

  • ๐ŸŽ“ Masterโ€™s in Public Management & International Business, Rikkyo University, Japan (2022โ€“2024)

  • ๐ŸŽ“ MBA & BBA in International Business, University of Dhaka, Bangladesh

๐Ÿงช Research Experience:

  • Research Assistant, Kochi University of Technology & Rikkyo University

    • ๐ŸŒฑ Published in Q2 journal Climate: Climate change reduces agricultural financing optimism

    • ๐Ÿง  Developed โ€œAgricultural Green Bankingโ€ scheme

    • ๐Ÿ“Š Proficient in econometric tools (Stata, Qualtrics, Python)

  • Independent Projects

    • EKC theory validation | GRDP case study (Japan) | COVID-19 economic resilience (Bangladesh)

๐Ÿ“š Publications:

  1. Climate Concerns & Agri Financing, Climate (2025)

  2. Carbon Footprint in Crop Transition, TAPR (2023)

  3. Investment & GRDP, TAPR (2022)

  4. Economic Sustainability Strategies, TAPR (2020)

๐Ÿ–‹ Editorial & Review Roles:

  • Reviewer: Journal of Experimental Agriculture International

  • Reviewer: Journal of Scientific Research & Reports

๐Ÿ’ผ Professional Experience:

  • Deputy Director, Bangladesh Bank (2017โ€“Present)

    • Managed ๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ฉ $30 Billion Forex Reserve

    • Developed Reserve Management Guidelines

  • Senior Officer, NCC Bank (2014โ€“2017)

๐Ÿง  Technical Skills:

  • ๐Ÿ’ป Tools: Stata, R, SPSS, EViews, Python

  • ๐Ÿ’ผ Finance: Bloomberg, Macro Forecasting (IMF)

๐Ÿ† Awards & Certifications:

  • ๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต JDS Scholarship, Government of Japan

  • ๐Ÿ… IMF Certification, Macroeconomic Forecasting (2025)

  • ๐Ÿ“˜ Author: The ABCs of Research (2025)

๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿซ Teaching & Mentorship:

  • ๐ŸŽ“ Research Instructor | Trained 500+ professionals

  • ๐Ÿ—ฃ IELTS Instructor | Guided 100+ students (Avg. band 6.5+)

Publications:

  1. Development of theoretical and methodological support for evaluating the feasibility of strategic measures to ensure the economic sustainability of the country
    R. Masud (2020). Technology Audit and Production Reserves, 4(4[54]), 45โ€“52.

  2. How do climate concerns and value orientation among bankers influence agricultural financing and development?
    K.M. Asma, M.R. Masud, & K. Kotani (2025). Climate, 13(5), 98.

  3. How do climate concerns and value orientation among bankers influence agricultural financing?
    K.M. Asma, M.R. Masud, & K. Kotani (2024). Working Paper, Kochi University of Technology, School of Economics and Management.

  4. Consideration of the impact of the transition from a cash crop economy on the carbon footprint
    R. Masud & J.B. Enam (2023). Technology Audit and Production Reserves, 4(4/72), 40โ€“54.

  5. The economic impact of investment, expenditure and wages on GRDP: A case study of 47 prefectures of Japan in 2005
    M.R. Masud (2022). Technology Audit and Production Reserves, 6(4/68), 43โ€“48.

 

รlvaro Lรณpez Zaplana | Plant Biotechnology | Young Scientist Award

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Dr. รlvaro Lรณpez Zaplana | Plant Biotechnology | Young Scientist Award

R+D Manager at 3A BIOTECH,S.L, Spain

รlvaro Lรณpez Zaplana is a Spanish molecular biologist and biotechnologist specializing in plant and industrial biotechnology. He earned his Biotechnology degree (2013โ€“2017), Masterโ€™s in Molecular Biology and Biotechnology (2017โ€“2018), and PhD in Molecular Biology and Biotechnology (2018โ€“2022, summa cum laude with international mention) from the University of Murcia, with part of his doctoral research conducted at the Louvain Institute of Biomolecular Science and Technology.

Profile:

๐ŸŽ“โ€ฏAcademic Background:

  • ๐ŸŽ“โ€ฏBachelorโ€™s in Biotechnology โ€“ University of Murcia (2017)

  • ๐Ÿง โ€ฏMasterโ€™s in Molecular Biology and Biotechnology โ€“ IMIB (2018)

  • ๐ŸŽ“โ€ฏPhD in Molecular Biology and Biotechnology โ€“ University of Murcia & CEBAS-CSIC (2022)

  • ๐Ÿ“šโ€ฏPursuing Double Masterโ€™s: Project Management & MBA โ€“ ENEB (2025)

๐Ÿงชโ€ฏResearch Focus:

รlvaroโ€™s expertise centers on aquaporins, transcriptomics, and fermentation bioprocesses. He has contributed to 5 research projects (led 3), authored 12+ scientific articles, and collaborated across Europe, including Louvain Institute of Biomolecular Science and IBMCP-CSIC.

๐Ÿ’ผโ€ฏCurrent Roles:

  • ๐Ÿงฌโ€ฏR&D Manager โ€“ 3A Biotech

  • ๐ŸŽ“โ€ฏExternal Collaborator & Thesis Supervisor โ€“ International University of Valencia (VIU)

  • โœ๏ธโ€ฏGuest Editor โ€“ MDPI (Journal: Agriculture)

๐Ÿง‘โ€๐Ÿซโ€ฏTeaching & Mentorship:

He has supervised 9 Masterโ€™s theses in bioinformatics, neurobiology, pharmacology, and omics, actively mentoring students in academic and lab settings since 2018.

๐Ÿ“Šโ€ฏEntrepreneurial Spirit:

Beyond science, รlvaro has a strong business inclination:

  • ๐Ÿ†โ€ฏWinner of 5 university innovation awards (2020โ€“2022)

  • ๐Ÿ’กโ€ฏTrained in entrepreneurship, leadership & finance

  • ๐Ÿง โ€ฏCourses in cardiogenetics, nutrition, medical care, and digital marketing

๐ŸŒโ€ฏLanguages & Skills

  • ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡งโ€ฏEnglish (B2), ๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ทโ€ฏFrench (A2)

  • ๐Ÿ’ปโ€ฏBioinformatics, structural modeling, molecular diagnostics

๐Ÿ”ฌโ€ฏH-Index: 8 (Google Scholar, 2024)

  • Published in journals like Plant Physiology & Biochemistry, Environmental and Experimental Botany, and Scientific Reports

๐Ÿ“Šโ€ฏCitation Metrics (as per Google Scholar):

  • Total Citations: 298

  • Citations Since 2020: 296

  • h-index: 8

  • h-index Since 2020: 8

  • i10-index: 8

  • i10-index Since 2020: 8

Publication Top Notes:

  1. Interrelations of Nutrient and Water Transporters in Plants Under Abiotic Stress
    G. Barzana, J.J. Rios, A. Lopezโ€Zaplana, J. Nicolasโ€Espinosa, …
    Physiologia Plantarum, 171(4), 595โ€“619, 2021.
    Citations: 71

  2. Confronting Secondary Metabolites With Water Uptake and Transport in Plants Under Abiotic Stress
    J. Nicolas-Espinosa, P. Garcia-Ibaรฑez, A. Lopez-Zaplana, L. Yepes-Molina, …
    International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 24(3), 2826, 2023.
    Citations: 51

  3. Discerning the Mechanism of the Multiwalled Carbon Nanotubes Effect on Root Cell Water and Nutrient Transport
    M.C. Martinez-Ballesta, N. Chelbi, A. Lopez-Zaplana, M. Carvajal
    Plant Physiology and Biochemistry, 146, 23โ€“30, 2020.
    Citations: 49

  4. Relationships Between Aquaporins Gene Expression and Nutrient Concentrations in Melon Plants (Cucumis melo L.) During Typical Abiotic Stresses
    A. Lopez-Zaplana, N. Martinez-Garcia, M. Carvajal, G. Bรกrzana
    Environmental and Experimental Botany, 195, 104759, 2022.
    Citations: 31

  5. Foliar Mineral Treatments for the Reduction of Melon (Cucumis melo L.) Fruit Cracking
    A. Lopez-Zaplana, G. Bรกrzana, A. Agudelo, M. Carvajal
    Agronomy, 10(11), 1815, 2020.
    Citations: 27

  6. Genome-Wide Analysis of the Aquaporin Genes in Melon (Cucumis melo L.)
    A. Lopez-Zaplana, J. Nicolas-Espinosa, M. Carvajal, G. Bรกrzana
    Scientific Reports, 10(1), 22240, 2020.
    Citations: 25

  7. Foliar Application of Boron Nanoencapsulated in Almond Trees Allows B Movement Within Tree and Implements Water Uptake and Transport Involving Aquaporins
    J.J. Rios, A. Lopez-Zaplana, G. Bรกrzana, A. Martinez-Alonso, M. Carvajal
    Frontiers in Plant Science, 12, 752648, 2021.
    Citations: 17

  8. Aquaporins Involvement in the Regulation of Melon (Cucumis melo L.) Fruit Cracking Under Different Nutrient (Ca, B and Zn) Treatments
    A. Lopez-Zaplana, G. Bรกrzana, L. Ding, F. Chaumont, M. Carvajal
    Environmental and Experimental Botany, 201, 104981, 2022.
    Citations: 15

  9. Water Relations After Ca, B and Si Application Determine Fruit Physical Quality in Relation to Aquaporins in Prunus
    F. Quirante-Moya, A. Martinez-Alonso, A. Lopez-Zaplana, G. Bรกrzana, …
    Scientia Horticulturae, 293, 110718, 2022.
    Citations: 7

  10. Gut Microbiota: An Immersion in Dysbiosis, Associated Pathologies, and Probiotics
    V. Origรผela, A. Lopez-Zaplana
    Microorganisms, 13(5), 1084, 2025.
    Citations: 2

  11. Deciphering Arabidopsis Aquaporin Networks: Comparative Analysis of the STRING and BioGRID Interactomes
    A. Lopez-Zaplana
    International Journal of Plant Biology, 16(1), 28, 2025.
    Citations: 1

  12. Exploring the Mechanism of Blindness Physiopathy in Brassica oleracea var. italica L. by Comprehensive Transcriptomics and Metabolomics Analysis
    A. Lopez-Zaplana, J. Nicolas-Espinosa, L. Albaladejo-Marico, M. Carvajal
    Plant Physiology and Biochemistry, 206, 108304, 2024.
    Citations: 1

  13. Relationship Between Aquaporins Expression and B Concentration for Conferring Cold Stress Tolerance in Broccoli Cultivars
    A. Lopez-Zaplana, J. Nicolas-Espinosa, M. Carvajal, G. Bรกrzana
    Environmental and Experimental Botany, 187, 104466, 2021.
    Citations: 1

  14. The Impact of Semiโ€Transparent Solar Panels on Tomato and Broccoli Growth
    A. Lopezโ€Zaplana, L. Yepesโ€Molina, P. Garciaโ€Ibaรฑez, …
    Advanced Energy and Sustainability Research, 5(5), 2300175, 2024.

  15. Melon (Cucumis melo L.) Aquaporins as Molecular Markers of Resistance to Abiotic Stresses and Physiopathies
    ร. Lopez-Zaplana
    Proyecto de Investigaciรณn, 2022.

  16. Interrelations of Nutrient and Water Transporters in Plants Under Abiotic Stress (Book Chapter or Report)
    G. Bรกrzana Gonzรกlez, J.J. Rรญos Ruiz, ร. Lopez-Zaplana, J. Nicolรกs Espinosa, …
    John Wiley & Sons, 2021.

  17. Aquaporins Involvement in the Regulation of Melon (Cucumis melo L.) Fruit Cracking Under Different Nutrient (Ca, B and Zn) Treatments (Preprint)
    M. Carvajal, A. Lopez-Zaplana, G. Bรกrzana, L. Ding, F. Chaumont
    Available at SSRN: 4088643

 

Syeda Safina Ali | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

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Ms. Syeda Safina Ali | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award

Research Analyst at National University of Science and Technology, Islamabad, Pakistan

Ms. Syeda Safina Ali is a dedicated Environmental Scientist from Rawalpindi, Pakistan, with a Masterโ€™s degree in Environmental Sciences from the National University of Science and Technology (NUST), Islamabad, and a strong academic background in climate adaptation, wastewater treatment, GIS, and sustainable energy. With professional experience as a Research Analyst at the National Disaster Risk Management Fund (NDRMF), she has contributed to national projects such as the PHCSP, BISP, and Pakistanโ€™s Green Taxonomy.

Profile:

๐ŸŽ“ Academic Excellence:

  • MSc in Environmental Sciences (93%, CGPA 3.75/4) โ€“ NUST, Islamabad

  • BSc in Environmental Sciences (82%, CGPA 3.82/4) โ€“ IIUI, Islamabad

  • Specialized in climate adaptation, wastewater treatment, water management, and GIS.

๐Ÿ“š Research Contributions:

  • 5 Publications (Published/Accepted/In Progress) in Springer, MDPI, and national journals.

  • Topics include:

    • Photosynthetic microbial desalination cells

    • Strategic Environmental Assessment in infrastructure

    • Snowmelt runoff modelling for water resource management

  • Thesis work directly aligned with SDGs 6, 7, 9, 13 & 15.

๐Ÿงช Technical Expertise:

  • GIS/RS: ArcGIS, QGIS

  • Numerical Modelling: HEC-RAS, SRM

  • Data Analysis: R, OriginLab, MS Excel

  • Report Writing, Stakeholder Engagement, Policy Drafting

๐Ÿ’ผ Professional Roles:

  • Research Analyst (Climate Change) โ€“ NDRMF, Islamabad
    Supporting national & international climate projects (PHCSP, BISP, Green Taxonomy)

  • HSE Trainer (Part-Time) โ€“ Burj Al-Emarat Training Services

  • Internships with PepsiCo, NHA, PMD, NARC โ€“ Hands-on field and policy experience

๐ŸŒฑ Volunteer & Reviewer:

  • Peer Reviewer for Elsevier & Springer Nature journals

  • Volunteer with Ministry of Climate Change, Youth Campaigns & Plantation Drives

  • Freelance GIS/RS Specialist, Transcriber & Content Writer

๐Ÿ† Certifications & Training:

  • โœ… ISO 14001, 9001, 45001

  • โœ… OSHA 30-Hour General Industry

  • โœ… Risk Assessment, Environmental Sustainability

  • โœ… Courses by UN, World Bank, UNITAR, Oxford Climate Society

๐ŸŒ Conferences & Global Engagement:

  • Speaker/Participant at:

    • 8th Intl. Conf. on Water Sciences โ€“ MDPI

    • ADB Workshop on Women & Heat Stress

    • Virtual Summer School โ€“ Green Chemistry, Indonesia

    • Climate Action Fellowship, Oxford Climate Society School

Publication:

  1. Integration of Strategic Environmental Assessment (SEA) in Motorway/Highway Planning and Construction: A Case Study for Sustainable Infrastructure Development in Pakistan
    SS Ali, A Batool
    NUST Journal of Natural Sciences, 9(4), 1 (2024)

  2. Sugar Industry Wastewater Treatment Through Photosynthetic Microbial Desalination Cells: A Sustainable Approach
    SS Ali, Z Sheikh
    Environmental and Earth Sciences Proceedings, 32(1), 9 (2025)

 

Manu Magar | Molecular Biology | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Manu Magar | Molecular Biology | Best Researcher Award

Scientist at National Biotechnology Research Centre, Nepal Agriculture Research Council, Nepal

Dr. Manu Maya Magar is a plant molecular biotechnologist from Nepal, currently serving as a Scientist at the National Biotechnology Research Center, Nepal Agricultural Research Council (NARC). She earned her Ph.D. in Plant Genetics from The University of Western Australia (2020โ€“2024), where her research focused on gene-based analysis of heat stress tolerance in bread wheat.

Profile:

๐ŸŽ“ Educational Background:

  • Ph.D. (2020โ€“2024) โ€“ The University of Western Australia, Australia
    Gene-based analysis of heat stress tolerance in wheat

  • M.Sc. Ag. in Molecular Biology & Biotechnology (2010โ€“2012) โ€“ Acharya N.G. Ranga Agricultural University, India

  • B.Sc. Ag. in Horticulture (2005โ€“2009) โ€“ Tribhuvan University, Nepal

๐Ÿงฌ Research & Appointments:

  • ๐Ÿงช Scientist, National Biotechnology Research Center, NARC, Nepal (2014โ€“Present)

  • ๐Ÿ”ฌ Research Assistant, The University of Western Australia (2021โ€“2025)

  • ๐Ÿค Former Deputy Country Coordinator, Terre des Hommes Germany โ€“ Nepal

  • ๐ŸŒพ Focus areas: Heat stress tolerance, marker-assisted selection, genomics of wheat, maize, and soybean

๐Ÿ“š Publications:

Published in reputed journals including:

  • Frontiers in Plant Science

  • Journal of Plant Growth Regulation

  • Crop Journal

  • International Journal of Plant Biology

  • Contributed to global plant genomics and crop improvement research

๐Ÿ† Awards & Recognitions:

  • ๐Ÿฅ‡ GRS Travel Award | Mike Carroll Fellowship | Convocation Travel Award โ€“ UWA

  • ๐ŸŽ–๏ธ Nepal Bidhya Bhusan Kha (Presidential Award, 2016)

  • ๐Ÿ… APNL Biotechnology Gold Medal, India

  • ๐ŸŽ“ Scholarships from Indian Embassy & IAAS, Nepal

๐Ÿง  Skills & Tools:

  • ๐Ÿ’ป R, Linux, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Photoshop

  • ๐ŸŒฑ Molecular breeding, gene analysis, stress physiology

โœจ Summary:

Dr. Manu Maya Magar is a dynamic plant scientist with expertise in molecular biology, heat stress genomics, and crop improvement. She brings over a decade of research excellence with impactful publications, international collaborations, and award-winning academic distinction.

๐Ÿ“Š Citation Metrics (Google Scholar):

  • Total Citations: 76

  • Citations since 2020: 72

  • h-index: 5

  • h-index since 2020: 4

  • i10-index: 2

  • i10-index since 2020: 2

Publication Top Notes:

  1. Effect of PEG Induced Drought Stress on Germination and Seedling Traits of Maize (Zea mays L.) Lines
    Magar, M.M., Parajuli, A., Sah, B.P., Shrestha, J., Sakh, B.M., Koirala, K.B., et al.
    Turkish Journal of Agriculture and Natural Sciences, 6(2): 196โ€“205, 2019.
    Citations: 29

  2. Genome-Wide Analysis of AP2/ERF Superfamily Genes in Contrasting Wheat Genotypes Reveals Heat Stress-Related Candidate Genes
    Magar, M.M., Liu, H., Yan, G.
    Frontiers in Plant Science, 13: 853086, 2022.
    Citations: 26

  3. Dactylorhiza hatagirea: A Critical Issue for Research and Development in Nepal
    Magar, M.M., Dhital, S.P., Yamada, T., Pun, U.K.
    Nepal Journal of Science and Technology, 19(1): 26โ€“38, 2020.
    Citations: 8

  4. Riceโ€“Wheat Comparative Genomics: Gains and Gaps
    Wijerathna-Yapa, A., Bishnoi, R., Ranawaka, B., Magar, M.M., et al.
    The Crop Journal, 12(3): 656โ€“669, 2024.
    Citations: 6

  5. Marker Assisted Selection for Identification of Recombinants for Bacterial Blight and Blast Resistance in Segregating Populations of Cottondora Sannalu
    Magar, M.M., Rani, C.V.D., Vanisree, S., Swathi, G., et al.
    ORYZA โ€“ An International Journal on Rice, 51(2): 105โ€“115, 2014.
    Citations: 6

  6. In the Pursuit of Equality for Women Plant Breeders Around the World
    Garcรญa, A.P.V., Wijerathna-Yapa, A., Mishra, S., Magar, M.M., et al.
    Women in Crop Science, 2022.
    Citations: 1

  7. Characterization of TaMYB Transcription Factor Genes Revealed Possible Early-Stage Selection for Heat Tolerance in Wheat
    Magar, M.M., Liu, H., Yan, G.
    International Journal of Plant Biology, 16(2): 41, 2025.
    Citations: โ€”

  8. Identification of Soybean Mosaic Virus Resistant Soybean Genotypes Using Gene-Linked Markers
    Magar, M.M., Acharya, R., Aryal, L., Darai, R., Amgai, R.B., Shrestha, J.
    Agronomy Journal of Nepal, 8: 91โ€“97, 2024.
    Citations: โ€”

  9. Wheat TaAP2/ERF Genes Regulate Heat Tolerance Through Ethylene Signaling at Grain-Filling Stage
    Magar, M.M., Liu, H., Yan, G.
    Journal of Plant Growth Regulation, 43(8): 2855โ€“2872, 2024.
    Citations: โ€”

  10. Gene-Based Analysis of Heat Stress Tolerance in Bread Wheat (Triticum aestivum L.) at Seedling and Reproductive Stages
    Magar, M.
    Doctoral Dissertation, The University of Western Australia, 2023.