Chia-Ying Chang | Agricultural | Women Researcher Award

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Women Researcher Award

              Chia-Ying Chang
Affiliation National Pingtung University of Science and Technology
Country Taiwan
Scopus ID 57710410200
Documents 4
Citations 34
h-index 3
Subject Area Agricultural
Event International Popular Scientist Awards
ORCID 0009-0004-6473-3745

Chia-Ying Chang

National Pingtung University of Science and Technology, Taiwan

Chia-Ying Chang  the Women Researcher Award recognizes researchers whose scholarly activities contribute to scientific advancement through research excellence, academic publications, and disciplinary impact. Chia-Ying Chang is affiliated with the National Pingtung University of Science and Technology and has established an emerging research profile in the agricultural sciences through peer-reviewed publications and measurable citation performance.[1]

Abstract

This article summarizes the academic profile of Chia-Ying Chang in relation to the Women Researcher Award. The profile highlights institutional affiliation, research productivity, scholarly publications, citation indicators, and contributions within the agricultural sciences. The evaluation is based on publicly available scholarly information including author indexing services and peer-reviewed research outputs.[1]

Keywords

Women Researcher Award; Agricultural Science; Chia-Ying Chang; National Pingtung University of Science and Technology; Scopus Author; Scientific Publications; Citation Impact; Academic Recognition.

Introduction

Recognition programs for researchers acknowledge sustained scholarly contributions, research quality, publication records, and scientific influence. Within agricultural sciences, early and mid-career researchers play an important role in developing innovative approaches that contribute to sustainable production systems, food security, and scientific understanding. Chia-Ying Chang represents an academic profile characterized by peer-reviewed publications and measurable research visibility.[2]

Research Profile

Affiliated with the National Pingtung University of Science and Technology, the researcher specializes in Agricultural Sciences and has established a recognized academic profile. With a Scopus Author ID of 57710410200, the researcher has published 4 indexed documents, received 34 citations, and achieved an h-index of 3, reflecting a growing contribution to agricultural research.

Research Contributions

Chia-Ying Chang has contributed to agricultural research through peer-reviewed scientific publications. Research outputs have supported scholarly communication within the discipline and contributed to the broader academic literature. Citation metrics indicate that published work has received recognition from the scientific community and continues to contribute to ongoing research developments.[1]

Publications

The researcher has authored multiple Scopus-indexed, peer-reviewed publications that contribute to the advancement of agricultural science. Several publications are assigned Digital Object Identifiers (DOIs), ensuring accessibility and recognition within the global scholarly community.

Research Impact

Citation-based indicators demonstrate measurable academic visibility. The available Scopus metrics report four indexed documents, thirty-four citations, and an h-index of three, reflecting scholarly engagement with published research outputs. These indicators provide quantitative evidence supporting research dissemination and scientific influence.[1]

Award Suitability

Based on publicly available academic information, Chia-Ying Chang demonstrates characteristics commonly considered during evaluations for research recognition programs, including peer-reviewed publications, citation impact, institutional affiliation, and continued contributions to agricultural science. These factors align with the objectives of the International Popular Scientist Awards, which recognize scientific achievement through objective scholarly indicators and research excellence.[1]

Conclusion

Chia-Ying Chang’s academic profile reflects continued engagement in agricultural research through indexed publications and measurable scholarly impact. Her institutional affiliation, citation performance, and publication record collectively support recognition within academic award programs that emphasize scientific contribution, research quality, and professional achievement.[2]

References

  1. Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Chia-Ying Chang, Author ID 57710410200. Scopus.
    https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=57710410200
  2. National Pingtung University of Science and Technology. (n.d.). Institutional information and academic profile.
  3. Crossref. (n.d.). Digital Object Identifier (DOI) Registry for scholarly publications.
  4. Chang, C.-Y. (2026). Thermal imaging-based detection of sow and piglet behaviors under imbalanced conditions in commercial farrowing pens.

Meda Theodory | Agricultural Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Meda Theodory | Agricultural Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Lecturer | Moshi Co-operative University | Tanzania

Dr. Meda Theodory is a highly dedicated academic and researcher in the field of agricultural economics, with particular expertise in post-harvest loss reduction, bio-processing, technology adoption, and econometric analysis. As a Lecturer at Moshi Co-operative University, he has made substantial contributions to advancing knowledge and practice in agricultural value chains, focusing on enhancing efficiency and profitability for smallholder farmers. His research integrates economic modelling tools such as cost-benefit analysis, net present value, and benefit-cost ratio to assess the economic performance of post-harvest and processing technologies for key crops like rice and cassava. He has led and participated in research projects that address critical agricultural challenges in Tanzania, including post-harvest loss quantification and evaluation of indigenous versus modern technologies. Through his work, he provides evidence-based policy recommendations that support sustainable agricultural development and food security. In addition to his academic contributions, he has been actively involved in consultancy assignments related to agricultural value chains, grain management, and technology dissemination. His leadership as Head of the Department of Economics and Statistics at Moshi Co-operative University has been instrumental in strengthening academic programs, promoting interdisciplinary collaboration, and mentoring students and early-career researchers. He maintains active collaborations with national and international institutions, such as Sokoine University of Agriculture, and contributes to peer review for journals in agricultural economics and post-harvest technology. Dr. Theodory’s commitment to research excellence, applied economics, and innovation continues to have a meaningful impact on agricultural sustainability and rural development in Tanzania.

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Featured Publications

Theodory, M. (2025). Typology of technical options employed in postharvest grain management along rice value chain in Kilombero and Mbarali Districts, Tanzania. Sustainable Futures.

Satyam saxena | Agriculture Economics | Young Researcher Award

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Mr. Satyam saxena | Agriculture Economics | Young Researcher Award

Research Associate | International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center- CIMMYT | India

Mr. Satyam Saxena is an economist specializing in food system economics, sustainability, and empirical economic analysis, with extensive experience in bridging critical research gaps through data-driven approaches. His work focuses on the intersections of climate change, food insecurity, and rural development, critically evaluating policies to promote sustainable and equitable outcomes. He has contributed to high-impact projects at institutions such as CIMMYT-India and IIM Ahmedabad, working on themes including climate change impact assessment, sustainable food and land-use transitions, integrated assessment modeling, and food systems economics. At CIMMYT, he led drought impact assessments, developed large-scale datasets, and applied advanced statistical and econometric methods to inform agricultural policy. In collaboration with international organizations, he has contributed to the FABLE-FOLU project, designing strategic models for food systems and land-use transitions, applying partial equilibrium models, and conducting comparative analyses of dietary recommendations for sustainable nutrition pathways. Beyond research, he has experience teaching at the university level, delivering courses on agribusiness management, operational management, and international trade policy, reflecting his commitment to fostering the next generation of changemakers. His publications span peer-reviewed journals, book chapters, policy briefs, and reports, addressing topics from drought impacts and biofuels to sustainable food and land-use transitions. Through his interdisciplinary work, which integrates theory and applied research, Saxena has advanced both national and global conversations on sustainable food systems, contributing to evidence-based policymaking, open-access data initiatives, and the dissemination of actionable insights for climate-resilient agricultural and rural development.

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Featured Publications

1. Saxena, S. (2024, September 15). Drought impact assessment in Bihar – August 2024 [Report]. International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center.

2. Das, P., Jha, C. K., Saxena, S., & Ghosh, R. K. (2024). Can biofuels help achieve sustainable development goals in India? A systematic review. Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, 204, 114246.

3. Saxena, S. (2024, February 12). Data on assessment of impacts of drought in Bihar during 2022 [Dataset]. CIMMYT Research Data & Software Repository Network.

4. Jha, C. K., Ghosh, R. K., Saxena, S., Singh, V., Mosnier, A., Pérez Guzman, K., Stevanović, M., Popp, A., Lotze-Campen, H., & Saxena, S. (2023). Pathway to achieve a sustainable food and land-use transition in India. Sustainability Science, 18(1), 123–140.

5. Poncet, J., Mosnier, A., Schmidt-Traub, G., Obersteiner, M., DeClerck, F., Jones, S., Pérez-Guzmán, K., Douzal, C., & François, C. (2020). Pathways to sustainable land-use and food systems: 2020 report of the FABLE Consortium [Report]. International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis (IIASA) & Sustainable Development Solutions Network (SDSN).

Chaosheng Luo | Agricultural and Biological Sciences | Best Research Article Award

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Dr. Chaosheng Luo | Agricultural and Biological Sciences | Best Research Article Award

Yunnan agricultural university China

Chaosheng Luo is a dedicated young scholar at Yunnan Agricultural University, currently on the verge of completing a doctoral degree. 🌾 His research focuses extensively on intercropping systems for disease control and yield enhancement. With a deep passion for agroecological balance and sustainable farming systems, Luo has consistently contributed innovative solutions to complex plant pathology challenges, positioning himself as a promising voice in agricultural sciences.

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🎓 Education

Chaosheng Luo is currently pursuing his Doctoral Degree in Agriculture, specializing in intercropping strategies to combat plant diseases while increasing crop productivity. His academic path has been marked by rigorous training in plant pathology, soil biology, and sustainable farming practices, laying a strong foundation for impactful scientific contributions.

💼 Experience

Luo has several years of hands-on and theoretical research experience, particularly in intercropping-based disease suppression, crop yield enhancement, and soil–plant interactions. He has actively contributed to key national-level research initiatives and participated in high-impact scholarly communication through journals and research platforms. He also collaborates with leading experts in agronomy and plant sciences through various multidisciplinary projects.

🔬 Research Interests

His core research interests include plant–soil–microbe interactions, intercropping systems, plant disease management, soil health, and sustainable agriculture. Luo is especially interested in understanding how plant diversity in cropping systems can naturally suppress diseases and reduce chemical inputs, ultimately supporting food security and environmental health.

🏆 Awards

Currently nominated for the Best Research Scholar Award, Luo’s dedication to innovation and sustainability in agricultural research has garnered national attention. His achievements, including participation in prestigious research grants and contributions to internationally recognized journals, highlight his growing influence in the academic community.

📚 Publications Top Notes: 

Chaosheng Luo has published impactful research in several SCI-indexed journals. One notable publication is:

Luo, C. et al. (2025). Rhizosphere microorganisms link the belowground processes of intercropping to disease suppression, 

Appropriate nitrogen supply and intercropping reduce epidemics, the compound disease of faba bean, and yield and economic losses

Optimization of N Fertilizer and Synergistic Intercropping to Enhance the Productivity Advantage of Faba Bean and Effective Control of Chocolate Spot Epidemics

Enhancing soil properties, soil-borne diseases control, and quality through selecting high C/N agricultural waste during reductive soil disinfestation for continuous tobacco cropping

Impact of Bacillus subtilis and Pseudomonas fluorescens beneficial bacterial agents on soil-borne diseases, growth, and economics of continuous cropping of flue-cured tobacco

The severity and yield effects of the chocolate spot disease in faba bean affected by intercropping and nitrogen input

Effect of Enhanced Organic Material Addition during Reductive Soil Disinfestation on Disease Resistance, Yield Increase, and Microbial Community in Flue-Cured Tobacco

Co‐culture of faba bean with wheat provides evidence for intercropping faba bean to alleviate the occurrence of Fusarium wilt under the autotoxic stress of salicylic acid

Leila Monjazeb marvdashti | Agricultural and Biological Sciences | Global Impact in Research Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Leila Monjazeb marvdashti | Agricultural and Biological Sciences | Global Impact in Research Award

University of california san diego United States

Dr. Leila Monjazeb Marvdashti is a distinguished scientist and academician specializing in food microbiology and biotechnology. Since 2024, she has been serving as a Postdoctoral Scholar in the Pathology Department of the Medical School at the University of California San Diego, under the mentorship of Dr. Steven Gonias. Her career encompasses significant roles in academia, research, and industry, reflecting her commitment to advancing food safety and health sciences.​

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Education 🎓

  • 2024-Present: Postdoctoral Scholar at the University of California San Diego, Pathology Department of Medical School, San Diego, California, USA.​

  • 2012-2016: Ph.D. in Food Microbiology from Ferdowsi University of Mashhad, Iran. Her doctoral research focused on producing antimicrobial film from Alyssum homolocarpum seed gum and Nisin.​

  • 2010-2012: M.Sc. in Food Science and Technology from Shiraz University, Iran, where she identified phytase-producing microorganisms from natural sources and characterized the enzyme.​

  • 2005-2009: B.Sc. in Food Science and Technology at Shiraz University, Iran.​

Experience 🧑‍🏫

  • 2022-Present: Assistant Professor and Scientist Researcher at Hormozgan University of Medical Sciences, Bandar Abbas, Iran.​

  • 2022-Present: Senior Scientist Policy Advisor & Regulatory Affairs and Vice-President of the Board Member Committee in the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) of Iran.​

  • 2023-Present: Advisor Scientist at various Codex committees in Tehran, Iran, including Food Contaminants, Nutrition (CCCF), and Special Diet Foods (CCNFSDU).​

Research Interests 🔬

Dr. Monjazeb Marvdashti’s research encompasses food microbiology, biotechnology, and public health. She has contributed to projects on antimicrobial packaging, enzyme production, and the application of cold plasma technology in food safety. Her work also includes health risk assessments related to food contaminants and the development of probiotic products for celiac disease management.​

Awards 🏆

Dr. Monjazeb Marvdashti has received numerous international honors, including:​

  • 2022: Gold Medal at INNOVERSE Invention & Innovation Expo in Atlanta, USA, for her invention of new generation systems based on bio-gold production reactors.​

  • 2022: Gold Medal at the 25th World Inventions Competition (ARCHIMEDES) in Moscow, Russia, for innovations in bio-gold production reactors for medical and industrial applications.​

  • 2021: Gold Medal at the World Inventions Competition (IIIF 2021) in Hyderabad, India, for spacecraft electricity and water production innovations.​

Publications Top Notes: 📚

Dr. Monjazeb Marvdashti has an extensive publication record. Below are selected publications with hyperlinks, published year, journals, and citation counts:​

Assessment of prevalence, concentration, and risks of non-carcinogenic and carcinogenic Ochratoxin A and Aflatoxins in corn (Zea mays) in Iran (2025). International Journal of Environmental Analytical Chemistry, 18(4), 1-17. Cited by 5 articles.​

Evaluation of phthalate acid esters (PAEs) in kefir samples by using magnetic chitosan coated with polyaniline (Fe₃O₄@CHI@PANI)/GC–MS method: A health risk assessment study (2024). Microchemical Journal, 207, 111801. Cited by 8 articles.​

The concentration and prevalence of aflatoxins and ochratoxin A in imported rice (Oryza sativa) samples from Iranian market: a probabilistic dietary risk assessment (2024). International Journal of Environmental Analytical Chemistry, 1-18. Cited by 3 articles.​

The Effectiveness of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy on Depression and Anxiety Symptoms in Breast Cancer Patients and Survivors: A Systematic Review of Interventional Studies (2024). Brain and Behavior, 14(10), e70098. Cited by 10 articles.​

Concentration and human health risk attribute to per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances in fillet of carp and tilapia fish: systematic review and meta-analysis (2024). Journal of Food Composition and Analysis, 106671. Cited by 6 articles.​

Effect of Vicia villosa protein isolate-based edible coating incorporated with ZnO nanoparticles on the shelf-life of chicken breast meat during cold storage (2024). Food Hydrocolloids for Health, 5, 100176. Cited by 4 articles.​

Curiosity in the Girl with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder: Case Report and Literature Review about Vaginal Button Battery Insertion (2024). Journal of Pediatrics Review, 12(2). Cited by 2 articles.​

The concentration of pesticides in onion samples from Iran: a non-carcinogenic health risk assessment (2024). International Journal of Environmental Health Research, 1-16. Cited by 5 articles.​

Phytase-Producing Fungi from Processed Cheese: Isolation, Screening, and Optimization of Production Parameters (2024).