Assoc Prof Dr. Firouzeh Bordbar | Plant Systematics Award | Best Researcher Award

Assoc Prof Dr. Firouzeh Bordbar, Shahid Bahonar University of Kerman, Iran

🌿 Assoc Prof Dr. Firouzeh Bordbar is an accomplished botanist specializing in plant systematics, phylogeny, and floristics. Based in Iran, she holds a PhD in Plant Systematics and has made significant contributions to understanding the diversity of Iranian flora, particularly focusing on genera like Lamiaceae and Asteraceae. With a keen interest in chromosome studies and molecular markers, she has published extensively and supervised numerous theses. Dr. Bordbar is recognized for her expertise in herbarium management and is currently an Associate Professor at Shahid Bahonar University of Kerman. Passionate about botanical research, she continues to explore the rich botanical heritage of Iran. 🌱

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Education

🌿 Dr. Firouzeh Bordbar embarked on her academic journey by obtaining a BSc in Plant Biology from Gorgan University of Agriculture and Natural Resources, followed by an MSc in Plant Systematics from the University of Isfahan. Her MSc thesis delved into the morphological and cytotaxonomical aspects of Aegilops crassa Boiss. in Iran, laying the groundwork for her subsequent research. Driven by her passion for botanical exploration, she pursued a PhD in Plant Systematics at the University of Isfahan, focusing on the study of D-genome diversity among the Aegilops-Triticum group in Iran, utilizing both cytogenetic and molecular markers. Her academic journey reflects her dedication to understanding and preserving plant biodiversity. 🌱

Employment

🌿 Dr. Firouzeh Bordbar’s professional journey in academia commenced in 2011 as an Assistant Professor of Plant Systematics at the Environmental Sciences Research Institute, Kerman. Here, she contributed to the Biodiversity group, focusing on botanical research and education. Transitioning in 2013, she continued her academic endeavors as an Assistant Professor at the Department of Biology, Faculty of Sciences, Shahid Bahonar University of Kerman, further enriching her expertise in plant sciences. Recognizing her scholarly achievements, she was promoted to Associate Professor in 2019, solidifying her position as a leading figure in plant systematics within the university. Her dedication to botanical research and teaching has been unwavering throughout her career. 🌱

Research Focus

Fatemeh Bordbar’s research focus primarily revolves around plant systematics and biodiversity in Iran 🌿. Her extensive work spans various aspects of plant biology, including phylogenetics, genetic diversity, morphological studies, and taxonomic revisions. Through her contributions to publications like “Phylogeny and genetic diversity of D-genome species of Aegilops and Triticum,” she has delved into the intricacies of plant evolution and species relationships. Bordbar’s research also extends to floristic studies, chromosomal investigations, and the discovery of new plant species, showcasing her dedication to exploring and documenting the rich botanical diversity of Iran 🌼.