Wedajo Gebre | Biological Sciences | Editorial Board Member

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Mr. Wedajo Gebre | Biological Sciences | Editorial Board Member

Wedajo Gebre | Jinka University | Ethiopia

Wedajo Gebre is an emerging researcher recognized for his growing contributions to agricultural science, with a focus on crop improvement and genetic diversity. His work explores natural variability in traditional crops to support sustainable agriculture and strengthen food security. He emphasizes the value of indigenous genetic resources and applies modern breeding approaches to identify promising traits for crop development. His research reflects a strong commitment to improving plant performance, understanding grain-quality characteristics, and enhancing local crop varieties suited to diverse environments. Through collaborative studies and analytical research, he contributes to bridging traditional agricultural knowledge with scientific innovation, supporting community-focused agricultural progress and long-term sustainability.

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Featured Publications 

Gebre, W., Mekbib, F., Tirfessa, A., & Bekele, A. (2024). Genetic variability among lowland sorghum accessions collected from southern Ethiopia for grain quality traits. Heliyon, 10(4), e25323.

 

 

Shahrokh Khanizadeh | Biological Sciences | Distinguished Scientist Award

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Dr. Shahrokh Khanizadeh | Biological Sciences | Distinguished Scientist Award

Editor in Chief and Vice President | ELM Consulting | Canada

Dr. Shahrokh Khanizadeh is an internationally recognized plant scientist and geneticist whose research has profoundly shaped the fields of horticulture, plant breeding, and sustainable agriculture. His scientific work focuses on plant physiology, genetics, and biotechnology, emphasizing the improvement of fruit quality, stress tolerance, and disease resistance through integrated approaches combining molecular biology, bioinformatics, and classical breeding. He has led extensive breeding programs resulting in the development of numerous commercial cultivars of strawberries, apples, raspberries, and rootstocks, many of which have become benchmarks in global fruit production. Dr. Khanizadeh’s innovative use of molecular tools and bioinformatics platforms, including the development of UniBase software for managing breeding data, has contributed to more efficient and data-driven cultivar selection. His prolific research output includes over 240 peer-reviewed publications, 199 indexed works, and 2,993 citations from 2,554 documents across major scientific databases. His publications span topics such as plant physiology, cultivar evaluation, phytochemical composition, genetic diversity, and sustainable crop management, reflecting a lifelong commitment to advancing scientific knowledge and practical applications in plant science.

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Featured Publications

Khanizadeh, S., et al. Evaluation of new strawberry genotypes for flavor and nutritional quality. Scientia Horticulturae, 238, 56–63 — Cited by 65

Khanizadeh, S., et al. Genetic diversity of apple cultivars using SSR markers. Journal of Plant Physiology, 177, 29–37 — Cited by 92

Khanizadeh, S., et al. Antioxidant properties of berry fruits: Comparative analysis. Journal of Food Composition and Analysis, 23(6), 541–547 — Cited by 240

Khanizadeh, S., et al. Breeding and selection of disease-resistant strawberry cultivars. Canadian Journal of Plant Science, 85(2), 401–410 — Cited by 130

Hakim Bachir | Biological Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Hakim Bachir | Biological Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Senior researcher | National Institute of Agronomic Research | Algeria

Dr. H. Bachir is a highly accomplished Senior Researcher in Agronomic Sciences, specializing in Rural Engineering and Agricultural Hydraulics, rural development, agricultural innovation, and sustainability in Algeria and beyond. He earned his Baccalaureate in Natural and Life Sciences, State Engineer in Agronomic Sciences, specialization in Rural Engineering – Agricultural Hydraulics, Magister in Agronomy, Doctorate in Agronomic Sciences with a focus on rural engineering and sustainable agriculture, and later attained University Habilitation (HDR), qualifying him as a Senior Researcher. His professional experience spans more than two decades, including roles as Head of Research Valorization and Head of GIS & IT Networks at INRAA, where he integrated technology and innovation into agricultural research. His research interests center on agricultural sustainability, climate modeling, irrigation efficiency, and the Water–Energy–Food nexus, emphasizing Saharan agriculture, GIS applications, and eco-innovation. He has 55 citations by 53 documents across 8 publications. A recipient of multiple awards and patents, including the Borlaug Fellowship and INAPI-recognized innovations like the low-pressure pneumatic pollinator for date palms and bio-fungicide BIOTOOG, Dr. Bachir continues to lead impactful research programs and international collaborations that promote climate resilience, digital transformation, and sustainable agricultural practices.

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Featured Publication 

Bachir, H., & Bougherira, N. (2019). Assessment of groundwater vulnerability using GIS-based models in semi-arid regions. Arabian Journal of Geosciences.

Bachir, H., et al. (2020). Spatial and temporal analysis of drought patterns in North Africa using standardized indices. Geosciences (Switzerland).

Bachir, H., & Kalla, M. (2021). Application of hydrological modeling for irrigation optimization in arid environments. Journal of Applied and Fundamental Sciences.