Ezequiel Larraburu | Agricultural | Editorial Board Member

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Prof. Dr. Ezequiel Larraburu | Agricultural | Editorial Board Member

Prof. Dr, Ezequiel Larraburu | National Scientific and Technical Research Council | Argentina 

Ezequiel Enrique Larraburu is a biologist whose research has significantly advanced the understanding of plant–bacteria interactions and their role in enhancing stress tolerance across woody, horticultural, and agriculturally important species. His scientific expertise integrates physiological, biochemical, and histological approaches to unravel key mechanisms that influence plant health, productivity, and resilience under challenging environmental conditions. Through investigations involving beneficial microorganisms, in vitro propagation techniques, salinity tolerance strategies, and the application of plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria, he has contributed impactful knowledge supporting sustainable plant improvement and biotechnology-driven solutions. His scholarly influence is reflected in 251 citations, 20 published documents, and an h-index of 9, underscoring his sustained contributions to plant physiology and microbial biotechnology. Beyond research, Ezequiel Enrique Larraburu plays a vital role in academic development through the direction of undergraduate and doctoral theses, participation in multiple funded projects, and leadership in program coordination and science and technology management. His integrated approach to plant science, focus on stress mitigation, and commitment to advancing research capacity position him as a valuable contributor to modern plant physiology, microbe-assisted plant enhancement, and innovative strategies for improving species of ecological and agricultural relevance.

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zhanming tan | Agricultural | Editorial Board Member

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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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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

Shabana Wazir | Agricultural | Best Researcher Award

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Mrs. Shabana Wazir | Agricultural | Best Researcher Award

Mrs. Shabana Wazir, Central Cotton Research Institute, Pakistan

Mrs. Shabana Wazir is a Scientific Officer (Entomology) at the Central Cotton Research Institute, Multan, Pakistan. She holds a Ph.D. in Entomology from the University College of Agriculture, Bahauddin Zakariya University, Multan. With extensive research experience in insect pest management, she specializes in insecticide resistance, biological control, and integrated pest management strategies for cotton pests. Her work focuses on the genetics and toxicity of insecticides, the impact of environmental factors on natural enemies, and sustainable pest control methods. She has participated in international conferences and training programs and has received multiple academic honors.

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Mrs. Shabana Wazir is a highly qualified entomologist with strong research expertise in insect pest management. Her extensive experience, academic excellence, and significant contributions to cotton pest control make her a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award. She has demonstrated exceptional dedication to applied research, with valuable publications and participation in international conferences.

🎓 Education

Shabana Wazir holds a Ph.D. in Entomology from the University College of Agriculture, Bahauddin Zakariya University (BZU), Multan, completed in 2022 with an impressive CGPA of 3.98/4.00. She also earned an M.Sc. (Hons.) in Agriculture (Entomology) from the same institution in 2006 with a CGPA of 3.79/4.00. Her undergraduate studies include a B.Sc. (Hons.) in Agriculture (Entomology) from BZU, completed in 2004 with a CGPA of 3.76/4.00. Additionally, she completed her F.Sc. (Pre-Medical) from Government Degree College for Women, Multan, and her Matriculation (Science Group) from Sultan Foundation High School, securing top academic positions throughout her educational journey.

💼Experience

Dr. Wazir is currently serving as a Scientific Officer (Entomology) at the Central Cotton Research Institute, Multan, a role she has held since May 2014. In this position, she focuses on studying insecticide resistance mechanisms, evaluating toxicity and risk assessments of insecticides, analyzing fitness cost parameters of resistant insect populations, and integrating chemical, biological, and cultural measures for pest management in cotton crops. She also conducts research on the impact of host plants and environmental factors on insect behavior and control strategies.

🔬Research Focus

Dr. Wazir’s research primarily revolves around insect pest management, particularly in cotton crops. Her studies cover insecticide resistance mechanisms, biological control of mealybugs, the impact of host plants on pest populations, and the integration of pest management strategies. She has also conducted significant research on aphid management in canola through various insecticides, sowing dates, and seed treatments. Her expertise includes mass rearing of beneficial insects such as Chrysoperla carnea and Menochilus sexmaculatus, as well as studying the biology of major insect pests like the American bollworm and aphids.

🛠️Skills

Dr. Wazir is proficient in various statistical analysis and research tools, including GenStat, MSTAT-C, and Microsoft Office. She has also completed a Computer Literacy Program and has hands-on experience with research methodologies for insecticide resistance, biological control techniques, and pest management strategies. Her work involves extensive field and laboratory research, with a strong focus on sustainability and integrated pest management in agriculture.

🏆Awards

Dr. Wazir has received multiple accolades for her academic and professional achievements. She was ranked second in her M.Sc. (Hons.) program and among the top five students in her B.Sc. (Hons.) batch. She has also participated in prestigious international conferences and training programs, including the Beltwide Cotton Conference in the USA (2015) and the Integrated Agriculture and Rural Development Training in Japan (2017). Additionally, she has completed specialized training courses on biological safety, non-chemical pest management, and cotton production technology, further enhancing her expertise in agricultural entomology.

📚 Publications

  • Title Effect of soil types and moisture contents on the pupation behavior and adult emergence of Oriental fruit fly Bactrocera dorsalis (Hendel) (Diptera Tephritidae)
  • Authors M M U Mamoon-Ur-Rashid Muhammad M U S Wazir Shabana R M K Ullah Rana Muhammad Kaleem A S Aldawood Abdulrahman S Aldawood
  • Journal International Journal of Tropical Insect Science
  • Year 2025

Conclusion:

Mrs. Wazir is a well-deserving candidate for the Best Researcher Award due to her impactful research in entomology and pest management. While she has already made significant contributions, further expanding her international collaborations, high-impact publications, and research funding initiatives will strengthen her candidacy for future recognitions. Given her expertise, dedication, and ongoing contributions to entomological research, she is a strong contender for the award.

Wenbin Sun | Agricultural | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Wenbin Sun | Agricultural | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Wenbin Sun, Lanzhou University of Technology, China

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Wenbin Sun is an agricultural scientist and Associate Professor at Lanzhou University of Technology, China. His research focuses on plant-endophyte interactions, phytohormone metabolism, and crop stress resistance. He has led multiple National Natural Science Foundation of China (NSFC) projects and published extensively in high-impact journals. With expertise in molecular biology, bioinformatics, and microbial ecology, his work advances sustainable agriculture and biotechnology. He teaches bioinformatics, microbiology, and pharmaceutical technology while contributing to innovations in plant-microbe relationships and phytoremediation.

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Wenbin Sun is a leading researcher in plant microbiology, bioinformatics, and sustainable agriculture, with a strong academic record, multiple funded projects, and high-impact publications. His research in endophyte-plant interactions, stress resistance, and microbial ecology has significant scientific and practical value.

🎓 Education

Wenbin Sun holds a Ph.D. in Agricultural Science and serves as an Associate Professor at the Experimental Center, School of Life Science and Engineering, Lanzhou University of Technology, China. His academic background in agricultural science and biotechnology provides a strong foundation for his research in molecular plant-microbe interactions and crop stress resistance.

💼Experience

He has extensive experience in both teaching and research. His teaching responsibilities include undergraduate courses such as Bioinformatics (Theory & Lab) and Microbiology Laboratory, as well as a graduate course on Pharmaceutical Industry and Technology (Theory). As a researcher, he has led multiple projects, including the Youth Science Fund of Gansu Natural Science Foundation and the General Program of Gansu Natural Science Foundation. He has also contributed as a co-investigator in major National Natural Science Foundation of China (NSFC) projects, advancing research in plant-endophyte interactions and stress resistance.

🔬Research Focus

His research centers on molecular mechanisms of phytohormone metabolism mediated by plant-endophyte interactions and the role of phytohormones in endophyte-regulated crop stress resistance and quality formation. His studies on endophytic fungi and bacteria provide valuable insights into enhancing crop resilience, improving secondary metabolite production, and optimizing sustainable agricultural practices. His work has significant implications for soil health, phytoremediation, and microbial biotechnology applications.

🛠️Skills

He specializes in molecular biology, bioinformatics, plant-microbe interactions, and microbial ecology. His research integrates genomic and phosphoproteomic analyses to understand plant-endophyte relationships and their role in improving crop stress resistance. His expertise in phytohormone metabolism, endophyte-regulated quality formation, and plant stress adaptation positions him as a key contributor to agricultural sustainability and biotechnology advancements.

🏆Awards

His expertise and contributions to plant microbiology have been recognized through multiple research grants from prestigious institutions. His role as a principal investigator in competitive funding programs reflects his leadership in agricultural research. His scholarly work has been published in high-impact journals such as Plant Molecular Biology Reporter, Rhizosphere, Journal of Fungi, Biology, and the Journal of Environmental Management, highlighting his research excellence.

📚 Publications

  • Diversity, growth promoting potential and anti-fungal properties of culturable endophytic bacteria isolated from Codonopsis pilosula roots
    Author(s): N. Zhu, H. Wang, W. Sun, W. Luo, Y. Wang
    Year: 2024
    Journal: Physiological and Molecular Plant Pathology

  • Phosphoproteomic Analysis of Potato Tuber Reveals a Correlation Between Phosphorylation Site Occupancy and Protein Attributes
    Author(s): W. Sun, Y. Wang, F. Zhang
    Year: 2020
    Journal: Plant Molecular Biology Reporter

  • Seasonally Driven Microecological Changes Among Endophytic and Rhizospheric Bacteria and Their Effects on the Carbohydrate Content of Codonopsis pilosula from Lintao County, Gansu Province, China
    Author(s): H. Wang, S. Li, X. Guo, W. Sun, F. Leng, C. Yu, Y. Wang
    Year: 2023
    Journal: Rhizosphere

  • Genomic Characteristics and Comparative Genomics Analysis of the Endophytic Fungus Paraphoma chrysanthemicola DS-84 Isolated from Codonopsis pilosula Root
    Author(s): W. Sun, M. Feng, N. Zhu, F. Leng, M. Yang, Y. Wang
    Year: 2023
    Journal: Journal of Fungi

  • Paraphoma chrysanthemicola Affects the Carbohydrate and Lobetyolin Metabolism Regulated by Salicylic Acid in the Soilless Cultivation of Codonopsis pilosula
    Author(s): W. Sun, C. Luo, Y. Wu, M. Ding, M. Feng, F. Leng, Y. Wang
    Year: 2024
    Journal: Biology

  • Potential Function of Plant-Growth-Promoting Endophytic Serratia fonticola CPSE11 from Codonopsis pilosula in Phytoremediation of Cadmium Ion (Cd²⁺)
    Author(s): M. Yang, Y. Fu, S. Hu, F. Leng, Y. Zhuang, W. Sun, Y. Wang
    Year: 2025
    Journal: Journal of Environmental Management

Conclusion:

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Wenbin Sun is an excellent candidate for the Best Researcher Award. By expanding international collaborations, industry applications, and public engagement, he can further enhance his global recognition and research influence.