Wei Dong | Agricultural | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Wei Dong | Agricultural | Research Excellence Award

Northwest Agriculture and Forestry University | China 

Dong Wei is an accomplished academic and researcher specializing in hydraulic machinery and hydrodynamics, with a strong record of scientific leadership and technical innovation. He serves as an Associate Professor and Doctoral Supervisor at Northwest A&F University and is actively engaged in national and professional service related to hydropower, pumping systems, and energy conversion equipment. His research contributions span fundamental theory, engineering applications, and standardization, reflecting both academic depth and practical relevance. He has led 20 competitive research and industry-supported projects at national, provincial, and enterprise levels, demonstrating sustained research capacity and management expertise. His scholarly output includes 53 research documents, with 60 published papers overall, of which 40 are indexed in SCI/EI databases and 10 are recognized as top-tier Q1 publications. His work has attracted significant academic attention, accumulating 443 citations across 364 citing documents, and he maintains an h-index of 12, indicating consistent research impact. In addition to publications, he holds 10 authorized patents, has edited or co-edited a specialized textbook, and has contributed to the formulation of two national technical standards, underscoring his role in advancing both scientific knowledge and engineering practice in the field of hydraulic and hydropower equipment.

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Research on Cavitation Energy Characteristics of a Mixed-Flow Pump Based on Entropy Production Theory and Multi-Resolution Dynamic Mode Decomposition (MRDMD)


– International Journal of Heat and Mass Transfer, 2026


Analysis of Transient Entropy Generation Loss Mechanisms under Variable-Speed Operating Conditions of a Pump-Turbine


– Transactions of the Chinese Society for Agricultural Machinery (Nongye Jixie Xuebao), 2025


Multi-Objective Optimization of Control Strategies for Variable-Speed Regulation in Pump Mode of Pump-Turbines


– Sustainable Energy Technologies and Assessments, 2025


Multiscale Pressure Fluctuation Characteristics and Vortex–Enthalpy Interaction in a Cavitating Mixed-Flow Pump


– Physics of Fluids, 2025


Optimization of Centrifugal Pump Performance and Excitation Force Using Machine Learning and Enhanced NSGA-III


– Engineering Applications of Artificial Intelligence, 2025

zhanming tan | Agricultural | Editorial Board Member

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Prof. zhanming tan | Agricultural | Editorial Board Member

Prof. Zhanming Tan | Tarim University | China 

Zhanming Tan has established a strong academic footprint through impactful research contributions, reflected in an h-index of 6, a collection of 25 scholarly documents, and 139 citations across the literature. His work spans key areas of horticultural science, including stress physiology of greenhouse vegetables, optimization of soilless cultivation systems, water–fertilizer coupling strategies, and advanced substrate innovations tailored for efficient vegetable production. These contributions have strengthened scientific understanding and practical applications in controlled-environment agriculture, particularly in improving tomato and cucumber growth performance, enhancing quality traits, and refining cultivation models for challenging environments. His research further integrates modern analytical methods, including machine learning-based crop quality assessment and physiological evaluation under light, water, and nutrient variability. Beyond journal articles, Zhanming Tan has also produced monographs, textbooks, and patented technologies that support the development of innovative planting devices, fertilization systems, and substrate management tools. The cumulative impact of his documented output—demonstrated through publication volume, citation count, and h-index performance—highlights his commitment to advancing sustainable and high-efficiency facility agriculture. His work continues to offer scalable solutions that enhance crop productivity, resource-use efficiency, and horticultural resilience in modern agricultural systems.

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Featured Publications

Li, Y., Tan, Z., Liu, Y., Peng, Y., & Liu, C. (2025). Root-specific overexpression of the CmDUF239-1 gene enhances heat tolerance in melon seedlings by upregulating antioxidant enzymes activities, proline content, and expression of heat shock protein-related genes. Horticulturae.

 Liu, Y., Tan, Z., Meng, L., Li, Y., & Peng, Y. (2025). CmDUF239-1 improves the salt tolerance of grafted melon by enhancing antioxidant capacity and Na+/K+ homeostasis. Plants

Eman Abdel Wahab | Agricultural | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Eman Abdel Wahab | Agricultural | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Eman Abdel Wahab | Field Crops Research Institute | Egypt 

Dr. Eman Ibrahim El-Sayed Abdel-Wahab is a Senior Researcher at the Food Legumes Research Department, Field Crops Research Institute, Agricultural Research Center, Giza, Egypt. Her research focuses on soybean breeding for tolerance to biotic and abiotic stresses using integrated approaches that combine traditional breeding, molecular biology, and biotechnology tools. She has made significant contributions to the development of improved soybean cultivars and the genetic understanding of stress-resistance traits. Dr. Abdel-Wahab has successfully completed and participated in 46 research projects and is an active member of the Scientific National Program “Increasing Food Legume Crops” under the Cotton, Oil, and Fiber Crops Council, Ministry of Agriculture. Her scholarly productivity is evidenced by 10 scientific documents, accumulating 184 citations on Google Scholar, 173 on ResearchGate, 33 on Scopus, and 3 on the Web of Science, with an h-index of 4. Her work has been cited by 20 international scientific publications, reflecting her contributions to crop improvement and sustainable agricultural systems. Through her research, she continues to promote food security and enhance the productivity and resilience of legume crops in Egypt, emphasizing innovation, genetic diversity, and sustainability in agricultural practices.

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Featured Publications

Abdel-Wahab, E. I. (2025, September 26). Advanced soybean breeding techniques to alleviate biotic and abiotic stresses under intercropping. In Resilient agroecosystems: Innovations in cropping systems and climate change mitigation.

Abdel-Wahab, E. I. (2025, September 26). Enhancing the efficiency of light interception in soybean and maize intercropping system. In Resilient agroecosystems: Innovations in cropping systems and climate change mitigation.

Abdel-Wahab, E. I. (2025, September 26). From degradation to growth: Intercropping insights. Biuletyn Instytutu Hodowli i Aklimatyzacji Roślin, (Journal article).

Abdel-Wahab, E. I. (2025, September 26). Innovative cropping systems to maximize the use of available natural resources. In Resilient agroecosystems: Innovations in cropping systems and climate change mitigation.

Abdel-Wahab, E. I. (2025, September 26). Mitigation of shading stress on soybean varieties through intercropping with maize in Egypt. In Resilient agroecosystems: Innovations in cropping systems and climate change mitigation.

Barszczowska, B., Abdel-Wahab, S. I., Abdel-Wahab, T. I., Abdel-Wahab, E. I., & Barszczowska, M. (2025, September 26). Od degradacji do wzrostu: spostrzeżenia dotyczące współrzędnych upraw [From degradation to growth: Intercropping insights]. Biuletyn Instytutu Hodowli i Aklimatyzacji Roślin.

Abdel-Wahab, E. I., Naroz, M. H., & Abd El-Rahman, S. F. (2025, September 18). Impact of planting dates on yield and resistance of soybean varieties to soybean stem fly (Melanagromyza sojae) in Egypt. Scientific Reports.

Md Asaduzzaman | Agricultural | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Md Asaduzzaman | Agricultural | Best Researcher Award

Md Asaduzzaman | State University of Bangladesh | Bangladesh

Asaduzzaman is an Assistant Professor and Academic Coordinator at the State University of Bangladesh. With a background in Food Science and Engineering, his expertise spans food safety, processing, and quality management. He has contributed to both academia and industry, with research focusing on food safety systems, biodegradable packaging, microbiological risk analysis, and value-added food products. His work bridges innovative research and practical applications, supported by national projects and publications in leading international journals.

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Summary

Asaduzzaman demonstrates a balanced profile of academic rigor, industrial application, and innovative research contributions. His work reflects a commitment to addressing real-world challenges in food safety, nutrition, and sustainability. His publication record and successful project execution showcase a trajectory of scholarly excellence.

Education

Md Asaduzzaman has pursued a strong academic journey in food science and engineering. He is a PhD candidate in Food Science and Engineering at Jiangnan University. He holds a Master of Engineering in Advanced Engineering Management from Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology and a Master of Science in Food Processing and Engineering from Chittagong Veterinary and Animal Sciences University. He completed his Bachelor of Science in Food and Process Engineering at Hajee Mohammad Danesh Science and Technology University.

Experience

He is serving as an Assistant Professor and Academic Coordinator at the State University of Bangladesh where he has contributed to lecture planning, student supervision, and research development. His earlier professional experience includes working as an Executive in the Dairy Unit of Akij Food and Beverage Limited where he managed quality control of dairy products. He also worked as a Quality Control Officer at Aftab Bahumukhi Farms Limited ensuring compliance with international quality standards and as an intern at the Institute of Food Science and Technology, Bangladesh Council of Scientific and Industrial Research where he assisted with laboratory research.

Research Focus

His research primarily focuses on food safety, food processing, and engineering innovations. He has worked on microplastic pollution, biodegradable packaging, microbiological hazard analysis, freeze-thaw pretreatment in oil extraction, and development of functional food products. His academic publications reflect interests in polysaccharide-protein interactions, nutritional enhancement, food safety systems, and value addition in agricultural products.

Skills

He is skilled in classroom management, student counseling, proofreading, and interactive teaching methods. His technical proficiency includes R statistical software, Zotero, Mendeley, Power BI, Microsoft Office applications, and familiarity with multiple operating systems. He also has hands-on expertise in HACCP, ISO standards, food safety systems, and laboratory testing.

Awards

He has received recognition through several research grants and projects supported by the Ministry of Science and Technology in Bangladesh. His projects span across food safety, biodegradable packaging, microbiological hazard analysis, and development of value-added food products. His scientific publications in reputed international journals further highlight his academic and research excellence.

Publications

  • Effect of Sweet Potato Flash Powder on the Proximate, Functional, and Bioactive Properties of Fortified Confectionery Products
    Authors: Tupura Khatun, Md. Asaduzzaman
    Journal: Food and Humanity

  • The Design of Food Safety Management System (FSMS) Plan for Rice Fortification Kernel (RFK) Factory – A Case Study
    Authors: T. Khatun, M. Asaduzzaman
    Journal: Journal of Food Quality and Hazards Control

  • The State-of-the-Art on Exploring Polysaccharide-Protein Interactions and Its Mechanisms, Stability, and Their Role in Food Systems
    Authors: Mst Nushrat Yiasmin, Salauddin Al Azad, Md. Easdani, Md. Serajul Islam, Mudassar Hussain, Weichao Cao, Nuo Chen, Angelo Uriho, Md. Asaduzzaman, Cong Liu et al.
    Journal: Food Reviews International

  • Effects of Hydrothermal Treatment and Low pH on the Fermentation Characteristics of Polysaccharides Based Water-Soluble Maitake with Lactobacillus acidophilus and L. plantarum
    Authors: Mst Nushrat Yiasmin, Md. Easdani, Shabbir Ahammed, Mahbuba Siddiquy, K.M. Maruf Hasan, Weichao Cao, Nuo Chen, Md. Asaduzzaman, Cong Liu, Yaxian Liu et al.
    Journal: Food Chemistry

  • Enhancing Nutritional Value and Quality of Cookies through Pumpkin Peel and Seed Powder Fortification
    Authors: Md. Asaduzzaman, Syed Amir Ashraf, Mst. Sorifa Akter, Mahbubur Rahman
    Journal: PLOS ONE

Conclusion

With his strong foundation in research, significant scientific outputs, and ability to bridge academia with industry, Md. Asaduzzaman stands out as a deserving candidate for the Research for Best Researcher Award. While further growth in interdisciplinary engagement and innovation commercialization would enhance his profile, his current achievements clearly establish him as a strong contender.