Ahmed Ali Ayoub Abdelmoneim | Smart Irrigation management | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Ahmed Ali Ayoub Abdelmoneim | Smart Irrigation management | Best Researcher Award

Researcher Private Consultant at Info Istituto Agronomico Mediterraneo di BariThis link is disabled, Italy

Ahmed Ali Ayoub Abdelmoneim is a researcher and consultant specializing in climate change and water scarcity impacts, with a strong background in irrigation modernization. Currently working at the Mediterranean Agronomic Institute of Bari, he focuses on technical assistance, coordination, and educational roles, promoting sustainable practices in agriculture ๐ŸŒ๐Ÿ’ง.

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Education

Ahmed holds a Masterโ€™s in Land and Water Resources Management from the Mediterranean Agronomic Institute of Bari ๐ŸŽ“๐ŸŒฑ. He also completed doctoral research at the University of California, Davis, focusing on hydraulic analysis of furrow irrigation systems ๐ŸŒพ. His education in Laser Applications and B.Sc. in Agricultural Engineering further solidifies his expertise in agricultural technologies ๐Ÿ”ฌ.

Experience

With a diverse career, Ahmed has contributed to multiple projects with UNDP and the Egyptian Environmental Affairs Agency ๐ŸŒ๐ŸŒฑ. He is a skilled consultant and lecturer on irrigation systems, environmental impacts, and automation technologies ๐Ÿง‘โ€๐Ÿซ. His work bridges technical research and practical application in water management and climate change mitigation ๐ŸŒ๐Ÿ’ง.

Awards and Honors

Ahmed has received numerous awards, including the Best Paper Award at the World Research Forum for Engineers and Researchers ๐Ÿ…. His work has been recognized by the MHRD for excellence in research and teaching contributions ๐Ÿ†.

Research Focus

Ahmed’s research interests include irrigation modernization, water scarcity, and automation technologies for sustainable agriculture ๐Ÿ’ง๐ŸŒพ. He specializes in smart irrigation systems, soil mapping technologies, and water management solutions for climate-resilient agriculture ๐ŸŒ. His work aims to improve agricultural efficiency and minimize environmental impact ๐ŸŒฑ.

Publications ๐Ÿ“–

Forecasting Blue and Green Water Footprint of Wheat (2024, Remote Sensing)
This article explores the prediction of water footprints (both blue and green) for wheat cultivation under various agro-climatic conditions in Egyptโ€™s Nile Delta. The study uses single, hybrid, and stacking ensemble machine learning algorithms to understand water consumption patterns, aiming to optimize water resource use in agriculture.

Advancements in Remote Sensing for Evapotranspiration Estimation (2024, Remote Sensing)
This review article discusses recent advancements in evapotranspiration estimation through remote sensing technologies. The authors provide a comprehensive analysis of temperature-based models and their effectiveness in understanding water use in crops, highlighting their significance for precision agriculture.

Towards Affordable Precision Irrigation (2024, Sustainability)
The study compares two irrigation methodsโ€”weather-based and soil water potential-basedโ€”for lettuce cultivation. It examines the use of low-cost IoT-tensiometers to improve irrigation efficiency, aiming to enhance water-use efficiency and reduce costs in precision agriculture.

OptGate: A Tool for Gated Pipe Systems (2023, Journal of Irrigation and Drainage Engineering)
The paper introduces OptGate, a tool designed to evaluate the performance of conventional and self-compensating gated pipe systems. The study aids in improving irrigation systems’ efficiency by analyzing their operational behavior under different conditions.

Internet of Things (IoT) for Soil Moisture Tensiometer Automation (2023, Micromachines)
This research discusses the integration of IoT technology into soil moisture tensiometers, enabling automated soil moisture monitoring for irrigation management. This innovation enhances irrigation efficiency by providing real-time soil moisture data.

IoT for Double Ring Infiltrometer Automation (2021, Computers and Electronics in Agriculture)
This article addresses the automation of double ring infiltrometers using IoT, which simplifies the process of measuring soil infiltration rates. It contributes to improving soil water management by providing accurate, real-time data on soil permeability.

Conclusion

The researcher has demonstrated a strong and diversified body of work that aligns with the global demands of climate change and water scarcity challenges. Their expertise in irrigation modernization, technical innovation, and teaching ability makes them a strong candidate for the “Best Researcher Award.” However, further emphasis on enhancing the dissemination of their work through publications and fostering greater interdisciplinary collaboration could elevate their research’s global impact and recognition.

Nicolette Houreld | Photobiomodulation in wound healing | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Nicolette Houreld |ย  Photobiomodulation in wound healing | Best Researcher Award

Professor at Laser Research Centre, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Johannesburg, South Africa

Nicolette Houreld is a distinguished professor of Biomedical Technology at the University of Johannesburg, with extensive expertise in photobiomodulation and cellular regeneration. ๐Ÿ“š She completed her secondary education at Bracken High School (1995) and pursued higher education at Technikon Witwatersrand, where she earned her National Diploma, B.Tech, and M.Tech degrees, followed by a D.Tech from the University of Johannesburg. ๐ŸŽ“ Her groundbreaking research on low-level laser therapy (LLLT) has significantly advanced diabetic wound healing and cancer treatment. ๐Ÿ”ฌ As Deputy Chairholder of the SARChI Chair in Laser Applications in Health, she has led numerous research initiatives and supervised various postgraduate projects. โœ๏ธ In addition to her academic roles, she serves as an Adjunct Professor at Manipal Academy of Higher Education. ๐ŸŒ Passionate about science and leadership, Nicolette is dedicated to mentoring the next generation of researchers and advancing biomedical science. ๐ŸŒŸ

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Education ๐ŸŽ“

Bracken High School, completed in 1995 with top grades in Biology and Mathematics. ๐Ÿ“˜ Earned a National Diploma (1998), B.Tech (1999), and M.Tech (2002) in Biomedical Technology from Technikon Witwatersrand. ๐Ÿ“– Her M.Tech research focused on DNA damage in South African mineworkers. ๐Ÿ† In 2006, she completed her D.Tech at the University of Johannesburg, specializing in the effect of low-level laser therapy on diabetic wound healing. ๐ŸŒŸ She continued with a Postdoctoral Fellowship (2007-2009), researching cellular redox potential and collagen production under laser irradiation. ๐Ÿ”ฌ Recently, she completed the UJ Women’s Leadership Development Programme in 2023, addressing student retention. ๐ŸŒŸ

Experience๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿซ

Started lecturing in 2001 at Technikon Witwatersrand/University of Johannesburg, covering subjects like Chemical Pathology and Haematology. ๐Ÿงช Progressed to Lecturer (2009-2011), Senior Lecturer (2011-2016), Associate Professor (2016-2020), and Professor (2020-present). ๐ŸŒ Currently, Deputy Chairholder of the SARChI Chair in Laser Applications in Health. ๐Ÿ’ผ Serving as Adjunct Professor at Manipal Academy of Higher Education (2023-2025), specializing in podiatric and diabetic foot care. ๐Ÿฆถ Supervised numerous undergraduate and postgraduate students, focusing on photobiomodulation, cancer, and diabetic wound healing. ๐ŸŒŸ

Awards and Honors ๐Ÿ†

UJ Vice-Chancellorโ€™s Distinguished Award for Research Excellence (2018) ๐ŸŒŸ Recipient of NRF C2 Rating for research impact ๐ŸŽ– Nominated for UJ Womenโ€™s Leadership Development Programme (2023) ๐ŸŽ“ Multiple postgraduate supervision awards, including cum laude graduates ๐Ÿ… Recognition for contributions to photobiomodulation research and diabetic wound healing. ๐Ÿ“š

Research Focus ๐Ÿ”ฌย 

Nicoletteโ€™s research focuses on photobiomodulation (PBM), particularly the effects of low-level laser therapy (LLLT) on wound healing and cancer treatment. ๐Ÿงฌ Her work investigates cellular redox potential, collagen production, and DNA repair mechanisms in diabetic wounds. ๐ŸŒฑ She explores the JAK/STAT signaling pathway in diabetic cells, nitric oxide production, and cancer cell proliferation under PBM. ๐ŸŒ Recently, she has expanded into laser-induced changes in skin fibroblasts and podiatric interventions for chronic ulcers. ๐Ÿ“Š Her contributions are integral to developing non-invasive therapies in healthcare. ๐ŸŒŸ

Publicationย  Top Notes

 

Nanoparticles and Wound Healing:

“A review on nanoparticle-based treatment for wound healing” (2018) explores how nanoparticles can be used for enhancing wound healing, with an emphasis on silver nanoparticles and biopolymers.

“Recent advances on silver nanoparticle and biopolymer-based biomaterials for wound healing applications” (2018) delves into the use of silver nanoparticles combined with biopolymers as promising materials for wound healing.

Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT):

“Low level laser therapy (LLLT) as an effective therapeutic modality for delayed wound healing” (2005) reviews LLLT as a method for improving wound healing, especially in cases of delayed healing.

“Collagen production in diabetic wounded fibroblasts in response to low-intensity laser irradiation at 660 nm” (2012) investigates how LLLT influences collagen production in diabetic wound healing.

Photobiomodulation (PBM) and Cellular Mechanisms:

“The role of photobiomodulation on gene expression of cell adhesion molecules in diabetic wounded fibroblasts” (2016) discusses how PBM affects gene expression related to wound healing in diabetic cells.

“The role of matrix metalloproteinases in diabetic wound healing in relation to photobiomodulation” (2016) examines the involvement of metalloproteinases in wound healing and how photobiomodulation affects their activity.

Oxidative Stress and Inflammation:

“Oxidative stress in ageing and chronic degenerative pathologies: molecular mechanisms involved in counteracting oxidative stress and chronic inflammation” (2022) explores how oxidative stress contributes to aging and chronic diseases, offering insights into therapeutic strategies.

Mechanisms of Action in Wound Healing:

“Role of the PI3K/AKT (mTOR and GSK3ฮฒ) signalling pathway and photobiomodulation in diabetic wound healing” (2019) looks at how photobiomodulation interacts with key cellular signaling pathways involved in wound healing.

Other Phototherapy Insights:

“Shedding light on a new treatment for diabetic wound healing: a review on phototherapy” (2014) discusses various phototherapy approaches, including the use of lasers and light to accelerate wound healing.

“Irradiation at 830 nm stimulates nitric oxide production and inhibits proโ€inflammatory cytokines in diabetic wounded fibroblast cells” (2010) reports on how specific wavelengths of light influence cellular processes to reduce inflammation and promote healing.

Additional Research on Nanoparticles:

“Synthesis of Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles Using Rubus fairholmianus Root Extract and Their Activity against Pathogenic Bacteria” (2021) highlights the antibacterial properties of zinc oxide nanoparticles, synthesized using plant extracts, for therapeutic use.

Conclusion

The researcher is highly suitable for the Best Researcher Award due to their strong academic foundation, impactful research, leadership roles, and global collaborations. Their work on photobiomodulation in wound healing is innovative, and their commitment to advancing the field through mentorship and international engagements adds considerable value. By expanding their reach into clinical applications and securing greater cross-disciplinary partnerships, they could further elevate their research’s impact.

Mehdi Rahimi | Plant breeding | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mehdi Rahimi |ย  Plant breeding | Best Researcher Award

Associate prof. of Plant Breeding at Graduate University of Advanced Technology, Iran

Mehdi Rahimi, born in 1978 in Shiraz, Iran, is an Associate Professor in the Department of Biotechnology at the Graduate University of Advanced Technology, Kerman, Iran. ๐ŸŒฑ๐Ÿ“Š His expertise spans plant breeding, genomics, gene expression, and stress tolerance. ๐ŸŒพ๐Ÿ”ฌ He earned his Ph.D. in Plant Breeding from Tarbiat Modares University (2013), M.Sc. from Guilan University (2007), and B.Sc. from Shiraz University (2001). ๐ŸŽ“๐Ÿ“– Dr. Rahimi has contributed significantly to crop improvement through classical and molecular breeding and has published widely in these areas. ๐Ÿ“‘๐ŸŒ His dedication to agricultural research has earned him numerous accolades, positioning him as a leading figure in plant biotechnology. ๐Ÿ…๐ŸŒŸ

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Educationย  ๐ŸŽ“๐Ÿ“œ

B.Sc. in Agronomy & Plant Breeding (1997-2001) ๐ŸŒฑ๐ŸŒพ, Shiraz University, Iran.M.Sc. in Plant Breeding (2004-2007) ๐ŸŒพ๐Ÿ“ˆ, Guilan University, Iran.Thesis: Diallel Cross for Evaluating Heterosis & Combining Ability in Rice Cultivars. ๐Ÿš๐Ÿ”ฌPh.D. in Plant Breeding (2008-2013) ๐ŸŒพ๐Ÿงฌ, Tarbiat Modares University, Iran.Thesis: Identification of QTLs for Yield Traits in Different Irrigation Conditions. ๐Ÿ’ง๐ŸŒพVisiting Scientist (2012-2013) ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿงฌ, CREA – Genomics Research Centre, Italy.

Experience ๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿซ๐Ÿ”ฌ

Associate Professor ๐ŸŒพ๐Ÿ“š, Graduate University of Advanced Technology, Kerman, Iran.Visiting Scientist ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿงฌ, CREA – Genomics Research Centre, Italy (2012-2013).Researcher & Educator ๐ŸŒ๐Ÿ“Š, specializing in plant breeding, molecular genetics, and QTL mapping.

Awards & Honorsย  ๐Ÿ†๐ŸŒŸ

Top M.Sc. Student ๐ŸŽ“๐Ÿฅ‡, Guilan University, GPA: 18.71/20.Best Researcher (Agriculture) ๐ŸŒพ๐Ÿ…, Kerman Province, 2019.Top Educational Professor ๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿซ๐ŸŒŸ, Graduate University of Advanced Technology, 2020.Best Agricultural Researcher ๐ŸŒฑ๐Ÿ†, Graduate University of Advanced Technology, 2021.Top Researcher ๐Ÿ…๐ŸŒ, Institute of Environmental Sciences, 2022.

Research Focusย  ๐Ÿ”ฌ๐ŸŒพ

Crop & Horticulture Improvement ๐ŸŒฑ๐Ÿงฌ using classical & molecular genetics.Plant Biotechnology & Genetic Engineering ๐Ÿงฌ๐Ÿ”ฌ.Molecular Markers & Genetic Diversity ๐ŸŒฟ๐Ÿงช.QTL Mapping & Association Studies ๐Ÿ“Š๐Ÿงฌ.Biometry & Statistical Genetic Analysis ๐Ÿ“ˆ๐Ÿ“‰.Plant Stress Resistance ๐ŸŒฆ๏ธ๐Ÿฆ  (Abiotic & Biotic).

Publicationย  Top Notes

 

“Combining ability and heterosis in rice cultivars” (JAST, 2010) ๐ŸŒพ

“Salinity stress and antioxidant responses in Moringa oleifera” (Scientific Reports, 2023) ๐ŸŒฟ

“Molecular markers in plants” (Genet. 3rd Millenn, 2015) ๐Ÿงฌ

“Genetic diversity in wild hops” (Euphytica, 2020) ๐Ÿƒ

“QTL mapping for drought tolerance in rice” (IJACS, 2013) ๐Ÿ’ง

Conclusion

Mehdi Rahimi is a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award due to his significant contributions to plant breeding and biotechnology, a diverse research portfolio, and a proven track record of excellence. Enhancing his international collaboration and outreach efforts could further solidify his candidacy and position him as a global leader in agricultural research. Overall, his innovative work and dedication to advancing plant science make him well-suited for this prestigious recognition.