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Nesreen Abd El-Ghany | Agricultural and Biological Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nesreen Abd El-Ghany | Agricultural and Biological Sciences | Best Researcher Award

National Research Centre | Egypt

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nesreen Abd El-Ghany is an accomplished academic and researcher recognized for her contributions to pharmaceutical sciences, nanotechnology, and innovative therapeutic systems. She holds an established academic career marked by scientific rigor, multidisciplinary research, and sustained excellence in both teaching and research leadership. Over the course of her professional journey, Dr. Abd El-Ghany has developed expertise in drug delivery systems, biomedical applications of nanomaterials, and formulation science, with a particular focus on improving clinical outcomes through advanced material engineering and translational research. Dr. Abd El-Ghany has published extensively in high-impact international journals, contributing significantly to the global scientific community. Her scholarly record includes peer-reviewed journal articles, conference papers, and collaborative research output, reflecting her active engagement in advancing scientific knowledge. Her work has garnered recognition through an increasing number of citations, contributing to her growing impact and visibility in her field. She has also participated in multiple national and international collaborations, working alongside researchers, clinicians, and industry partners to bridge scientific innovation with real-world medical and pharmaceutical needs. In addition to her research achievements, Dr. Abd El-Ghany is committed to academic mentorship and capacity-building. She has supervised postgraduate students and contributed to academic program development, fostering a culture of inquiry, innovation, and ethical scientific practice. Her dedication to advancing health-related research has positioned her as a respected contributor to scientific progress and societal well-being. With her ongoing research activities, international collaborations, and commitment to advancing therapeutic technologies, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nesreen Abd El-Ghany continues to play a meaningful role in shaping the future of pharmaceutical innovation, healthcare solutions, and scientific excellence at both regional and global levels.

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Featured Publications

Abd El-Ghany, N. M., Abd El-Aziz, S. E., & Marei, S. S. (2020). A review: Application of remote sensing as a promising strategy for insect pests and diseases management. Environmental Science and Pollution Research, 27(27), 33503–33515. (212 citations)

El-Ghany, N. M. A. (2019). Semiochemicals for controlling insect pests. Journal of Plant Protection Research, 59(1). (147 citations)

Ibrahim, S. S., Moharum, F. A., & Abd El-Ghany, N. M. (2015). The cotton mealybug Phenacoccus solenopsis Tinsley as a new insect pest on tomato plants in Egypt. Journal of Plant Protection Research, 55(1), 48–51. (101 citations)

El-Ghany, A., Nesreen, M., Abdel-Razek, A. S., Ebadah, I., & Mahmoud, Y. A. (2016). Evaluation of some microbial agents, natural and chemical compounds for controlling tomato leaf miner Tuta absoluta (Meyrick). Journal of Plant Protection Research. (55 citations)

Abd El-Ghany, N. M. (2020). Pheromones and chemical communication in insects. In Pests, weeds and diseases in agricultural crop and animal husbandry. (49 citations)

 

Kassa Sisay | Agricultural and Biological Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Kassa Sisay | Agricultural and Biological Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Amhara Agricultural Research Institute | Ethiopia

Mr. Kassa Sisay Aragaw is an emerging researcher in Soil Science and Agricultural Resource Management at the Sirinka Agricultural Research Center in Woldia, Ethiopia. With over a decade of professional experience in agricultural research, water resource development, and land use management, he has contributed significantly to advancing sustainable agricultural practices in the eastern highlands of Ethiopia. Mr. Aragaw holds a B.Sc. in Soil Resource and Watershed Management from Hawassa University (2011) and is currently pursuing an M.Sc. in Soil Science at Bahir Dar University, where his research focuses on optimizing soil fertility, nutrient efficiency, and sustainable crop production systems. His research achievements include studies published in recognized journals such as Heliyon and Agrosystems, Geosciences & Environment, where he has investigated nitrogen and phosphorus management for major Ethiopian crops like teff (Eragrostis tef) and wheat (Triticum aestivum). These works address critical challenges in soil nutrient depletion and agricultural productivity, providing evidence-based recommendations for smallholder farmers and policymakers. His academic metrics, including 1 publication, 4 citations, and an h-index of 1, reflect a growing research footprint and a commitment to expanding scientific knowledge in soil fertility management and agroecosystem sustainability. Mr. Aragaw’s expertise spans soil nutrient dynamics, land use planning, watershed management, and agricultural technology adaptation. His experience in proposal writing, field experimentation, data analysis, and technology dissemination has enabled him to contribute to developing and adapting innovative agricultural solutions. He also holds a Nano-degree certificate in Data Analysis Fundamentals, enhancing his analytical and digital research competencies. Through collaborations with national research institutions and local agricultural offices, Mr. Aragaw’s work has made tangible societal impacts by improving soil productivity, supporting rural livelihoods, and fostering climate-resilient farming systems. His ongoing commitment to research excellence and sustainable land management positions him as a promising contributor to advancing agricultural innovation and food security in Ethiopia and beyond.

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Featured Publicatios

Gedamu, S. A., Aragaw, K. S., Abush, H. T., & Agegnehu, G. (2023). Response of Teff (Eragrostis tef (Zucc.) Trotter) to nitrogen and phosphorus applications on different landscapes in eastern Amhara. Heliyon, 9(7).

Aragaw, K. S., Abush, H. T., Gedamu, S. A., & Shibeshi, T. H. (2020). Identification of best split application frequency and timing of nitrogen fertilizer for sorghum (Sorghum bicolor) in eastern Amhara. Journal of Environment and Earth Science, 10(6), 25–29.*

Teshome, H., Sisay, K., Degu, A., Wubu, T., & Hailu, T. (2023). Teff and wheat yield variation with phosphorus application in Jamma District, Ethiopia. Journal of Tropical Crop Science, 10(2).*

Adissie, S., Teshome, H., Sisay, K., & Hailu, T. (2022). Identifying major yield limiting nutrients on sorghum (Girana one) for developing site-specific nutrient management practices in lowlands of Eastern Amhara. Unpublished manuscript.

Teshome, H., Gedam, S., Sisay, K., & Hailu, T. (2022). Identifying major yield limiting nutrients on sorghum (Girana one) for developing site-specific nutrient management practices in lowlands of Eastern Amhara. Unpublished manuscript.

 

Pingdong Lin | Agricultural and Biological Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Pingdong Lin | Agricultural and Biological Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Institute of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Medicine Fujian Academy of Agricultural Sciences, China

Dr. Pingdong Lin, Ph.D., is an accomplished researcher and Assistant Research Fellow at the Institute of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Medicine, Fujian Academy of Agricultural Sciences, whose expertise lies at the intersection of biochemistry, molecular biology, and agricultural biotechnology. He earned his Ph.D. in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from Fujian Normal University (2019–2023), an M.S. in Pharmaceutical Analysis (2013–2016), and a B.S. in Food Science and Engineering (2009–2013), both from Fujian University of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Throughout his career, Dr. Lin has developed strong research foundations through his professional journey as a Postdoctoral Fellow at the School of Life Sciences, Fujian Normal University, and Fujian Fuda Biotech Co., Ltd., as well as a Research Assistant at the Fujian Institute of Research on the Structure of Matter, Chinese Academy of Sciences. His key research interests include the extraction, development, and utilization of plant functional components, green feed additive innovation, and the application of Chinese herbal medicine in improving poultry health and productivity. Dr. Lin’s research achievements include serving as Principal Investigator for a project funded by the Fujian Academy of Agricultural Sciences and contributing to multiple provincial-level programs such as the Fujian Provincial Natural Science Foundation Youth Innovation and General Program projects, as well as the Fujian Spark Program. He has published more than 15 research papers as first or co-first author, including several SCI-indexed journals, and holds one National Invention Patent. His research skills encompass molecular and biochemical analysis, feed formulation, and herbal compound extraction, demonstrating a balance between laboratory precision and practical agricultural application. Recognized for his innovative approach and interdisciplinary expertise, Dr. Pingdong Lin continues to contribute to sustainable animal farming through scientific excellence and the integration of traditional medicinal knowledge with modern biotechnological advances.

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Featured Publications

  1. Lin, P., Yue, W., Xiang, H., Liu, J., & Chen, X. (2025, October 10). Investigating the effects of Gardenia polysaccharides on LPS-induced immune injury in mice and exploring the molecular mechanisms underlying its regulatory effect on the immune function of macrophages. Foods, 14(20), 3455.

  2. Lin, P., Chen, L., Huang, X., Xiao, F., Fu, L., Jing, D., Wang, J., Zhang, H., Sun, L., & Wu, Y. (2022, September 24). Structural characteristics of polysaccharide GP2a in Gardenia jasminoides and its immunomodulatory effect on macrophages. International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 23(19), 11279.

  3. Zheng, W., Lin, P., Ma, Y., Shao, X., Chen, H., Chen, D., Liu, X., Li, X., & Ye, H. (2017, November). Psoralen promotes the expression of cyclin D1 in chondrocytes via the Wnt/β-catenin signaling pathway. International Journal of Molecular Medicine, 40(5), 1585–1592.

  4. Lin, P., Weng, X., Liu, F., Ma, Y., Chen, H., Shao, X., Zheng, W., Liu, X., Ye, H., & Li, X. (2015, December). Bushen Zhuangjin decoction inhibits TM-induced chondrocyte apoptosis mediated by endoplasmic reticulum stress. International Journal of Molecular Medicine, 36(6), 1513–1520.

  5. Weng, X., Lin, P., Liu, F., Chen, J., Li, H., Huang, L., Zhen, C., Xu, H., Liu, X., & Ye, H. (2014, October). Achyranthes bidentata polysaccharides activate the Wnt/β-catenin signaling pathway to promote chondrocyte proliferation. International Journal of Molecular Medicine, 34(4), 1045–1050.

Dr. Pingdong Lin’s work bridges traditional Chinese herbal medicine and modern biotechnology to develop sustainable, health-promoting feed additives for the livestock industry. His research advances green agriculture, enhances animal welfare, and supports global efforts toward eco-friendly and resilient food production systems.

Olaoluwa Ajayi | Agricultural and Biological Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Olaoluwa Ajayi | Agricultural and Biological Sciences | Best Researcher Award

International Insitute for tropical Agriculture, Nigeria

Dr. Olaoluwa Oluwafunto Ajayi is an innovative and results-driven microbiologist specializing in Environmental Microbiology and Biotechnology, with over a decade of experience in soil microbiology, rhizosphere ecology, and microbial inoculant development. He earned his Ph.D. in Environmental Microbiology and Biotechnology from the University of Ibadan, Nigeria, in 2021, after completing his M.Sc. (2015) and B.Sc. (2011) in Microbiology at the same institution. His professional experience spans roles as Senior Research Supervisor and Research Assistant at the Soil Microbiology Laboratory, IITA, Ibadan, where he supervised laboratory and field research projects, coordinated training sessions for junior researchers, and collaborated with international institutions on soil health and plant–microbe interaction studies. Earlier, he contributed to the Nodumax Project, focusing on legume inoculant development, and gained teaching experience as a science teacher at Total Child School, Kebbi State. Dr. Ajayi’s research interests include plant–microbe interactions, soil fertility improvement, microbial inoculant technologies, and sustainable agriculture, and he has applied advanced techniques such as DNA and protein extraction, PCR, bioinformatics analysis using R and Python, metabolomics, and proteomics. He has an extensive publication record with articles in Scopus-indexed and Springer journals, covering topics from rhizobia diversity and nitrogen fixation to microbial impacts on crop productivity. Dr. Ajayi is a member of professional societies such as FEMS, ASM, IS-MPMI, and the Israel Society for Microbiology, and he has received international grants including the FEMS Early Career Scientist Grant (Armenia, 2019) and Novo Nordisk Foundation Travel Grant (Denmark, 2022). His volunteer and mentorship initiatives demonstrate strong community engagement, including teaching and organizing scientific events. With his expertise, leadership, and global collaborations, Dr. Ajayi is well-positioned to advance innovative soil microbiome research, enhance sustainable agricultural practices, and mentor the next generation of environmental microbiologists, establishing a lasting impact on global food security and environmental sustainability.

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Featured Publications

Ajayi, O. O., Haro, H., Dianda, M., & Fagade, O. E. (2025). Native symbiotic rhizobia strains improve yield and nitrogen fixation in underutilized Bambara groundnut (Vigna subterranean L. Verdc.). Agrosystems, Geosciences & Environment. Advance online publication.

Ajayi, O. O., Dianda, M., & Fagade, O. E. (2024). Rhizobia inoculation’s impact on the biomass and moisture content of leguminous Bambara groundnut (Vigna subterranean L. Verdc.). Discover Sustainability.

Ajayi, O., Ogwugwa, V. H., & Dianda, M. (2024). Plant obliviousness to plant consciousness through knowledge gap bridging.

Ajayi, O., Adedeji, T., Ogwugwa, V., Dianda, M., & Fagade, O. E. (2024). Diagnostic and portable point-of-use technologies as plant monitoring tools for plant awareness.

Ajayi, O., Nwodo, D. C. C., Adedeji, T., Oguguwa, V. H., Dianda, M., & Fagade, O. E. (2024). Agricultural significance of antibiotic resistance pattern in selected nitrogen-fixing bacteria strains.

Dr. Olaoluwa Oluwafunto Ajayi’s work advances sustainable agriculture and soil health by harnessing beneficial plant–microbe interactions, promoting environmentally friendly microbial inoculants, and enhancing crop productivity. His research bridges scientific innovation and practical solutions, supporting global food security, environmental sustainability, and community development.