Abdel-rahman Mustafa | Soil Morphology | Outstanding Scientist Award

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Prof Dr. Abdel-rahman Mustafa | Soil Morphology | Outstanding Scientist Award

Prof Dr. Abdel-rahman Mustafa, Sohag University, Egypt

Prof. Dr. Abdel-Rahman Mustafa is a Professor of Soil Pedology at the Faculty of Agriculture, Sohag University, Egypt. He specializes in soil sciences, remote sensing, GIS, and agricultural geoinformatics. With a Ph.D. from the Indian Agricultural Research Institute, his research focuses on sustainable land use, soil productivity, and advanced geospatial technologies. Dr. Mustafa has led numerous projects integrating GIS and nanotechnology to improve agricultural practices and water management. An accomplished scholar and reviewer for various scientific journals, he is dedicated to advancing innovative solutions for soil and water resource challenges.

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Summary:

Prof. Dr. Abdel-Rahman Mustafa is a distinguished researcher with significant contributions in the fields of environmental science, soil analysis, and sustainable agriculture. His innovative use of advanced technologies, focus on global environmental challenges, and interdisciplinary research make him a strong contender for the Best Researcher Award. However, increasing the impact of his publications, gaining more international visibility, and earning further recognitions could solidify his position as a leading researcher globally.

 

🎓 Education

Abdel-Rahman Abdel-Wahed Mustafa earned his Ph.D. from the Indian Agricultural Research Institute (2008–2011), specializing in water technology and soil sciences. He obtained his Master’s degree from the Faculty of Agriculture, Assiut University (2001–2006), and completed his Bachelor’s degree at the Faculty of Agriculture, South Valley University (1996–2000).

 

💼Experience

Abdel-Rahman Mustafa is a highly accomplished soil scientist currently serving as a Professor of Soil Pedology at the Department of Soil and Water, Faculty of Agriculture, Sohag University, Egypt, since 2023. Previously, he held positions as an Assistant Professor from 2017 to 2023 and as a Lecturer specializing in Remote Sensing and GIS applications for soil and water from 2011 to 2017. His early academic roles include serving as an Assistant Lecturer from 2006 to 2011 and as a Demonstrator from 2000 to 2006.

 

🔬Research Focus

His research is centered on leveraging remote sensing, GIS, and GPS technologies for agricultural development, with a particular focus on soil pedology. Specific areas of interest include land evaluation, geoinformatics applications, soil productivity assessment, and the use of advanced techniques like nanotechnology and electromagnetic treatments to address challenges in soil and water management.

 

Awards and Research Contributions

Abdel-Rahman received a prestigious scholarship at the Water Technology Center, Indian Agricultural Research Institute, from 2008 to 2011. His research interests are focused on soil pedology, remote sensing, GIS, and GPS in agricultural applications. He has been instrumental in advancing methodologies for geospatial analysis and land evaluation. As the principal investigator, he led a project integrating GIS and Multi-Criteria Decision Making (MCDM) for land suitability analysis in Sohag, Egypt. Additionally, he contributed as a co-principal investigator to several projects aimed at improving agricultural productivity and sustainability, including magnetic water treatment, nanotechnology applications, and enhanced irrigation techniques.

Skills

Abdel-Rahman is proficient in geostatistical analysis of spatial data using GIS software, interpretation of remote sensing data using ENVI, ERDAS, and IDRISI, and statistical analysis with SPSS and Statistica 7. He also has expertise in data mining software such as WEKA and holds certifications as a remote sensing specialist, professional, and solution developer from Hexagon Training Partner and ISPRS. He possesses strong English language skills and has received training in advanced scientific research methods, technological teaching tools, and management of research teams.

Publications

  • “Current and Potential Land Use/Land Cover (LULC) Scenarios in Dry Lands Using a CA-Markov Simulation Model and the Classification and Regression Tree (CART) Method: A Cloud-Based Google Earth Engine (GEE) Approach”
    Authors: Abdelsamie, E.A., Mustafa, A.-R.A., El-Sorogy, A.S., El-Desoky, A.I., Meroño de Larriva, J.E.
    Year: 2024
    Citations: 0

 

  • “Integration of VIS–NIR Spectroscopy and Multivariate Technique for Soils Discrimination Under Different Land Management”
    Authors: Shokr, M.S., Mustafa, A.-R.A., Alharbi, T., Al-Kahtany, K., Abdelsamie, E.A.
    Year: 2024
    Citations: 0

 

  • “Evaluating Drought Tolerance and Yield Stability of Sorghum Genotypes for Sustainable Agriculture in Sohag, Egypt”
    Authors: Said, A.A., Abou-Elwafa, S.F., Mustafa, A.-R.A., AbdelRahman, M.A.E., Mobarak, N.A.M.
    Year: 2024
    Citations: 0

 

  • “Nanoecology: Exploring Engineered Nanoparticles’ Impact on Soil Ecosystem Health and Biodiversity”
    Authors: Gupta, S., Kumar, D., Aziz, A., Drosos, M., Moursy, A.R.A.
    Year: 2024
    Citations: 0

 

  • “Utilizing Infrared Thermometry to Assess the Crop Water Stress Index of Wheat Genotypes in Arid Regions under Varying Irrigation Regimes”
    Authors: Mohamed, N.E., Mustafa, A.-R.A., Bedawy, I.M.A., Rebouh, N.Y., Shokr, M.S.
    Year: 2024
    Citations: 0

 

  • “Modeling of Soil Cation Exchange Capacity Based on Chemometrics, Various Spectral Transformations, and Multivariate Approaches in Some Soils of Arid Zones”
    Authors: Mustafa, A.-R.A., Abdelsamie, E.A., Mohamed, E.S., Rebouh, N.Y., Shokr, M.S.
    Year: 2024
    Citations: 2

 

  • “Detecting, Analyzing, and Predicting Land Use/Land Cover (LULC) Changes in Arid Regions Using Landsat Images, CA-Markov Hybrid Model, and GIS Techniques”
    Authors: Selmy, S.A.H., Kucher, D.E., Mozgeris, G., Fadl, M.E., Mustafa, A.-R.A.
    Year: 2023
    Citations: 15

 

Conclusion:

Prof. Dr. Abdel-Rahman Mustafa is a highly qualified candidate for the Best Researcher Award due to his pioneering work in environmental and soil sciences, especially in addressing challenges faced by arid regions. While there are areas for improvement, such as increasing the visibility and impact of his research, his overall contributions to science, innovation, and collaboration make him a deserving nominee.