Marlon Caicedo | Biological Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Marlon Caicedo | Biological Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Unit Manager | Agricultural Research National Institute (INIAP) | Ecuador

Dr. Marlon Brainer Caicedo Villafuerte is a distinguished agricultural scientist recognized for his pioneering work in maize breeding, crop improvement, and sustainable agriculture. He has led major initiatives to develop high-yielding, stress-tolerant, and disease-resistant maize hybrids that enhance food security and agricultural productivity. As a senior research scientist, he has directed multiple projects on genetic improvement, agronomic performance, and hybrid evaluation, integrating classical breeding with molecular and biotechnological tools to strengthen crop resilience under changing climates. His collaborations with global institutions have advanced research in plant physiology, genetics, and sustainable crop management. Dr. Caicedo’s impactful research is reflected in 160 citations by 138 documents, with 10 published papers and an h-index of 6, demonstrating his growing influence in the field of agricultural science and his commitment to innovation and sustainable development in modern crop systems.

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Featured Publications 

Caicedo Villafuerte, M. B. (2012). Effect of visual selection during the development of inbred lines of maize. Crop Science. Widely cited for improving inbred line selection efficiency.

Caicedo Villafuerte, M. B. (2016). Stay-green QTLs in temperate elite maize. Euphytica. Influential in mapping genetic regions controlling leaf senescence.

Caicedo Villafuerte, M. B. (2016). Redefining agricultural residues as bioenergy feedstocks. Materials. Contributed to bioenergy and sustainability research.

Caicedo Villafuerte, M. B. (2018). Fine analysis of a genomic region involved in resistance to Mediterranean corn borer. BMC Plant Biology. Explored pest resistance through genetic mapping.

Caicedo Villafuerte, M. B. (2022). Genome-wide association analysis of senescence-related traits in maize. International Journal of Molecular Sciences. Advanced knowledge on aging and yield traits in maize.

 

 

Martin Alejandro Bolanos-Gonzalez | Biological Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Martin Alejandro Bolanos-Gonzalez | Biological Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Profesor Investigador Tiular | Postgraduate College | Mexico

Dr. Martin Alejandro Bolanos Gonzalez is a Full Professor and Researcher in the Postgraduate Program in Hydrosciences at Colegio de Postgraduados, Mexico. His academic career spans over two decades, emphasizing hydrology, climate change, and sustainable agriculture. As a recognized member of the Sistema Nacional de Investigadores (SNI Level 1), he has made significant contributions to understanding the interconnection between land, water, and climate systems. He has guided numerous graduate and postdoctoral researchers, advancing knowledge in hydrological and environmental sciences. His leadership in interdisciplinary projects addressing carbon monitoring, water resource management, and ecosystem resilience demonstrates his commitment to environmental sustainability. Through national and international collaborations, he has strengthened scientific networks focused on adapting agriculture and ecosystems to climate variability. His scholarly output includes 45 research documents, accumulating 185 citations across 133 publications, reflecting his growing influence and impact in hydrological and environmental research.

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Featured Publications 

Bolanos Gonzalez, M. A. (2023). Assessment of carbon and water footprint in agri-food systems. Agrociencia. [Cited by 9 articles].

Bolanos Gonzalez, M. A., & Pérez, J. L. (2022). Remote sensing applications in watershed hydrology. Terra Latinoamericana. [Cited by 11 articles].

Bolanos Gonzalez, M. A. (2021). Climate change effects on water resource availability in Mexico. Revista de Ciencias Ambientales. [Cited by 7 articles].