Prof. Dr. Nahuel Reussi Calvo, National Council for Scientific and Technical Research, Argentina
Prof. Dr. Nahuel Reussi Calvo is an Independent Researcher at the National Council for Scientific and Technical Research (CONICET), Argentina, and an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Agricultural Sciences, National University of Mar del Plata (UNMdP). His research focuses on soil fertility, plant nutrition, and nutrient management, with a particular emphasis on sulfur deficiency in wheat and fertilization strategies. He has held leadership roles, including serving as President of the Soil Fertility and Plant Nutrition Commission of the Argentine Association of Soil Science (2014-2018), and is an Associate Editor of the Soil Science Magazine.
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Summary:
Prof. Dr. Nahuel Reussi Calvo is a leading figure in the field of soil science and agricultural research. His contributions to nitrogen management, plant nutrition, and soil fertility have been instrumental in improving agricultural practices, particularly in the Pampas region of Argentina. He has demonstrated leadership in soil science education and mentorship, helping to shape the next generation of researchers in this field. His work continues to play a critical role in addressing the challenges of crop nutrition, particularly in maize and wheat cultivation.
🎓 Education
Nahuel Ignacio Reussi Calvo holds a degree in Agricultural Engineering from the Faculty of Agronomy, National University of Mar del Plata (UNMdP), awarded in 2005 with a thesis on wheat crop response to nitrogen, phosphate, and sulfur fertilization under different tillage systems. He later earned a Doctorate in Agricultural Sciences from the same institution in 2009, specializing in plant production with a dissertation on sulfur deficiency in wheat, for which he received the highest distinction, “Summa cum laude.”
💼Experience
Dr. Reussi Calvo is an Independent Researcher at CONICET and an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Agricultural Sciences, UNMdP. He has been actively engaged in soil fertility and plant nutrition research and serves as an Associate Editor for the Soil Science Magazine. His academic career includes various teaching roles at UNMdP since 2001, progressing from assistant to honorary teaching assistant, and later adjunct professor. Since 2019, he has been the Director of the Soil Fertility and Crop Nutrition Course at FCA-UNNE. Additionally, he has been a visiting professor for multiple postgraduate programs at institutions such as the National University of La Pampa, Universidad Mayor de San Andrés in Bolivia, and the University of Buenos Aires.
🔬Research Focus
His research centers on soil fertility, nutrient management, and plant nutrition, with a particular focus on sulfur deficiency in wheat, nitrogen and sulfur fertilization strategies, and the use of precision tools for nutrient diagnosis in crops. His work integrates soil analysis and fertility diagnosis to improve agricultural productivity and sustainability.
🛠️Skills
Dr. Reussi Calvo possesses expertise in soil fertility assessment, crop nutrition management, fertilizer application strategies, and precision agriculture techniques. He is highly skilled in agronomic research, teaching, and academic mentoring, having supervised multiple undergraduate theses on soil fertility and plant nutrition. His experience extends to scientific communication, editorial work, and consultancy in agricultural soil science.
🏆Awards
He served as the President of the Soil Fertility and Plant Nutrition Commission of the Argentine Association of Soil Science from 2014 to 2018. His academic excellence is demonstrated by his outstanding historical grade point average (9.32 and 9.36 for his undergraduate and doctoral degrees, respectively), with no recorded failures. His leadership in soil science education and research has established him as a key figure in Argentina’s agricultural sector.
📚 Publications
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Greenness index profile in maize canopy: Implications for crop N status diagnosis
- Authors: N.E. Maltese, W.D. Carciochi, O.P. Caviglia, M.P. Iglesias, N.I. Reussi Calvo
- Journal: Field Crops Research
- Year: 2025
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Nitrogen mineralization potential depletion in Pampas (Argentina) croplands following conversion from native grasslands
- Authors: N. Wyngaard, C. Crespo, G.V. García, P.A. Barbieri, H.R. Saínz Rozas
- Journal: Geoderma Regional
- Year: 2025
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Soil test correlation of Olsen-P for corn and soybean in a subtropical humid region (Open access)
- Authors: N.I. Reussi Calvo, D. Cortez, C. Crespo, A.A. Correndo, F.O. García
- Journal: Agronomy Journal
- Year: 2025
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Anaerobically mineralized nitrogen within macroaggregates as an indicator of wheat nitrogen nutrition
- Authors: G.V. García, N.I. Reussi Calvo, N. Wyngaard, F. Covacevich, G.A. Studdert
- Journal: Ciencia del Suelo
- Year: 2024
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Nitrogen deficiency in maize fields of the Southern Pampas does not affect kernel number but reduces weight per kernel
- Authors: C. Moises, F.H. Andrade, J.P. Monzon, N.I. Reussi Calvo, A.A. Cerrudo
- Journal: Field Crops Research
- Year: 2024
Conclusion:
Prof. Dr. Nahuel Reussi Calvo’s extensive body of work, teaching contributions, and leadership in soil science make him a highly suitable candidate for the Best Researcher Award. His commitment to advancing agricultural productivity through innovative soil and crop management practices, combined with his dedication to scientific education, has positioned him as a key figure in the field of soil fertility. With continued focus on interdisciplinary collaboration and technological advancements, his research has the potential to significantly impact global agricultural practices and sustainability.