Asghar Bagheri | Agricultural and Biological Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Asghar Bagheri | Agricultural and Biological Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Prof Asghar Bagheri, University of Mohaghegh Ardabili, Iran

Prof. Asghar Bagheri: A Suitable Candidate for the Best Researcher Award.

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Academic Background and Career

Prof. Asghar Bagheri holds a Ph.D. in Agricultural Extension and Development and currently serves as a Professor at the University of Mohaghegh Ardabili in the Faculty of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources. His early career began as an agricultural officer at the Ministry of Agriculture from 1990 to 1993, after which he transitioned to academia in 1995.

Teaching and Courses

Prof. Bagheri teaches a diverse array of courses related to agricultural sciences and rural development. These include Agricultural Extension and Education, Rural and Tribal Sociology, Agricultural Economics, Sustainable Development, and Applied Statistics for Agricultural Management, among others. His course offerings demonstrate his dedication to educating future agricultural and rural development professionals.

Publications and Research

Prof. Bagheri has an extensive research portfolio, with impactful publications focusing on agricultural management and pesticide safety. His work includes Modeling Farmers’ Intention to Use Pesticides, which expanded on the theory of planned behavior, and Pesticide Handling Practices and Health Risks among Iranian Apple Farmers, published in top-tier journals like the Journal of Environmental Management and Human and Ecological Risk Assessment. These studies have collectively garnered hundreds of citations, showcasing his influence in the field.

Books and Contributions

Prof. Bagheri is also the co-author of notable books, including Improving Agricultural Extension, translated in Persian in 2002, and Sustainable Agriculture and Land Resources (2019), co-authored with Naier Emami. His contributions to academic literature reflect his commitment to promoting sustainable agriculture in Iran.

Suitability for Best Researcher Award

Prof. Bagheri’s extensive experience in agricultural management, impactful research on pesticide use and sustainable farming, along with his publications and educational leadership, make him a compelling candidate for the Best Researcher Award. His work addresses critical issues in agriculture, including sustainability and environmental safety, positioning him as a key figure in advancing agricultural practices in Iran.

Publication top notes

Modeling farmers’ intention to use pesticides: An expanded version of the theory of planned behavior

Pesticide handling practices, health risks, and determinants of safety behavior among Iranian apple farmers

Perceptions of paddy farmers towards sustainable agricultural technologies: case of Haraz catchments area in Mazandaran province of Iran.

Farmers’ behavior towards safe pesticide handling: An analysis with the theory of planned behavior

Farmers’ knowledge, attitudes, and perceptions of pesticide use in apple farms of northern Iran: impact on safety behavior

Potato farmers’ perceptions of sustainable agriculture: the case of Ardabil province of Iran

Farmers’ acceptance and willingness to pay for using treated wastewater in crop irrigation: A survey in western Iran

Pesticide waste disposal among farmers of Moghan region of Iran: current trends and determinants of behavior

Conclusion

Prof. Bagheri’s dedication to advancing agricultural extension, sustainability, and rural development, along with his high-impact publications and educational influence, makes him highly deserving of the Best Researcher Award.

Jjiajun Hu | Agricultural | Best Researcher Award

Assoc Prof Dr  Jjiajun Hu |  Agricultural  |  Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor at  Shanghai University, China

Jiajun Hu is an Associate Professor at Shanghai University’s School of Life Sciences, where he also serves as a researcher at the Shanghai Key Laboratory of Bio-Energy Crops. He received his Doctor’s degree in Environmental Engineering from Tongji University, focusing his research on environmental microbial technology. Dr. Hu’s work spans various aspects of environmental science, including microbial CO2 fixation, waste biomass recycling, and soil remediation. He has authored over 110 papers, with recent contributions in leading journals highlighting his expertise in biochar applications, groundwater remediation, and innovative approaches to environmental challenges.

 

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Education:

  • Ph.D. in Environmental Engineering, Tongji University, 2012
  • M.Sc. in Biochemical Engineering, East China University of Science and Technology, 2009
  • B.Sc. in Biotechnology, Hefei University of Technology, 2006

Research Interests:

Environmental microbial technology, microbial CO2 fixation, recycling of waste biomass, soil remediation.

Research Focus: Agricultural Research

Dr. Jiajun Hu, as an Associate Professor at Shanghai University’s School of Life Sciences and a researcher at the Shanghai Key Laboratory of Bio-Energy Crops, specializes in agricultural research. His work primarily revolves around enhancing agricultural productivity and sustainability through innovative practices. Dr. Hu’s research interests include:

  • Microbial Technology in Agriculture: Developing microbial solutions for enhancing soil fertility, nutrient cycling, and crop health.
  • Bio-Energy Crops: Studying biochar applications, waste biomass utilization, and their impact on agricultural productivity and sustainability.
  • Soil Remediation: Investigating methods to improve soil quality, reduce pollution, and optimize agricultural land use.

His dedication to advancing agricultural technologies aims to address global food security challenges and promote environmentally friendly farming practices.

Citation:

  • Citations: 1,193
  • Documents: 886
  • h-index: 19

Publication Top Notes:

  • In-situ targeted removal of naphthalene from groundwater by peroxymonosulfate activation using molecularly imprinted activated carbon: Efficacy, mechanism and applicability
    • Authors: Bo Zhang, Dai C., Li J., Li Z., Hon Leong K.
    • Journal: Separation and Purification Technology, 2024, 348, 127730
    • Summary: This article likely explores the effectiveness, mechanisms, and practical applications of using molecularly imprinted activated carbon to remove naphthalene from groundwater using peroxymonosulfate activation.
  • Activated carbon/persulfate-driven in-situ remediation of naphthalene-polluted groundwater: Insights into active sites, passivation-activation mechanisms and practical applications
    • Authors: Dai C., Zhang J.B., Zou J.J., Liang Y., Zhou L.
    • Journal: Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering, 2024, 12(4), 113126
    • Summary: Focuses on the use of activated carbon and persulfate for in-situ remediation of naphthalene-polluted groundwater, discussing active sites, passivation-activation mechanisms, and practical applications.
  • Nanobubbles improve peroxymonosulfate-based advanced oxidation: High efficiency, low toxicity/cost, and novel collaborative mechanism
    • Authors: Zhang J.B., Zou J.J., Dai C., Leong K.H., Xu X.S.
    • Journal: Journal of Hazardous Materials, 2024, 472, 134499
    • Summary: Explores the enhancement of peroxymonosulfate-based advanced oxidation using nanobubbles, emphasizing high efficiency, low toxicity/cost, and novel collaborative mechanisms.
  • Response model between nanobubble preparation parameters and properties: Controllable preparation & its application example
    • Authors: Feng X.R., Hu J., Liu N., Han Y., Li J.
    • Journal: Journal of Water Process Engineering, 2024, 64, 105660
    • Summary: Likely discusses a response model for controlling nanobubble preparation parameters and their properties, with practical applications.
  • A novel mycelial pellet applied to remove polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons: High adsorption performance & its mechanisms
    • Authors: Zou J.J., Dai C., Hu J., Fu R., Zhou L.
    • Journal: Science of the Total Environment, 2024, 922, 171201
    • Summary: Examines the use of a novel mycelial pellet for high-performance adsorption of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons, detailing the mechanisms involved.
  • Preparation of C=C polymerization-oriented magnetic protein molecularly imprinted polymer and the application for membrane flux improvement
    • Authors: Zhang Q., Hu J., Guo H., Tian Y., Ngo H.H.
    • Journal: Desalination, 2024, 573, 117206
    • Summary: Involves the preparation of a magnetic protein molecularly imprinted polymer focused on C=C polymerization and its application for improving membrane flux.