Tarekegn Samago | Agronomy | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Tarekegn Samago | Agronomy | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Tarekegn Samago, Hawassa University College of Agriculture, Ethiopia

Dr. Tarekegn Samago is an associate professor and dean at Hawassa University’s College of Agriculture. He holds a Doctor Technologiae (2015) from Tshwane University of Technology, where his research focused on the effects of rhizobium inoculation and phosphorus on common bean production. With an MSc in Agronomy from Hawassa University (2011) and a BSc in Crop Production and Protection (2007), his work emphasizes legume research, seed science, and crop management. Dr. Samago has participated in international seminars and is fluent in Sidaamigna, English, and Amharic. He actively mentors students in plant sciences. 📚🌾

 

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Education and Qualifications

Dr. Tarekegn Samago holds advanced degrees in agriculture, specializing in agronomy and crop production. He earned his Doctor Technologiae (D-Tech) from Tshwane University of Technology in 2015, with a thesis focusing on the grain yield, nitrogen fixation, and phosphorus nutrition of common bean varieties. He also obtained a Master’s degree in Agronomy from Hawassa University in 2011, concentrating on the effect of Rhizobia inoculants and phosphorus fertilization on haricot beans. Additionally, he completed his B.Sc. in Crop Production and Protection at Jimma University Ambo College in 2007.

Professional

Dr. Samago has had a long and distinguished academic career at Hawassa University. Starting as a graduate assistant in 2007, he advanced to associate professor and now serves as dean of the College of Agriculture. His teaching portfolio includes undergraduate and postgraduate courses in plant science, with a focus on legume crops. He has mentored numerous students, highlighting his leadership in the academic field.

Conclusion

Dr. Tarekegn Samago’s extensive academic qualifications, teaching experience, and international training make him a strong candidate for the Research for Best Researcher Award. His contributions to agronomy, particularly in legume research and crop production, align well with the criteria of the award, showcasing his dedication to advancing agricultural science.

 

Publication Top Notes

  • Unlocking the Potential of Inoculation with Bradyrhizobium for Enhanced Growth and Symbiotic Responses in Soybean Varieties under Controlled Conditions (Agronomy, 2024) – 0 citations 🌱📘
  • Bradyrhizobium Inoculation Improved Agrosymbiotic Performances of Cowpea [Vigna unguiculata (L) Walp] Varieties at Two Sites in Ethiopia (International Journal of Agronomy, 2024) – 0 citations 🌾📘
  • An overview of the role of irrigation in the attainment of sustainable development goals through hunger and poverty alleviation in Ethiopia (International Journal of Innovative Research and Scientific Studies, 2023) – 1 citation 💧📘
  • Effect of Interrow Spacings on Growth, Yield, and Yield Components of Common Bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) Varieties in the Central Rift Valley of Ethiopia (Advances in Agriculture, 2023) – 0 citations 🌿📘
  • Ditching Phosphatic Fertilizers for Phosphate-Solubilizing Biofertilizers: A Step towards Sustainable Agriculture and Environmental Health (Sustainability, 2023) – 12 citations ♻️📘
  • Elevated UV-B radiation depressed biomass yield and symbiotic N2-fixation in Bradyrhizobium inoculated cowpea varieties (Symbiosis, 2022) – 0 citations ☀️📘
  • Cowpea (Vigna unguiculata L. Walp.): A choice crop for sustainability during the climate change periods (Journal of Applied Biology and Biotechnology, 2022) – 8 citations 🌾📘
  • Carbon assimilation and water-use efficiency in cowpea varieties inoculated with Bradyrhizobium, measured using 13C natural abundance (Journal of Plant Interactions, 2022) – 2 citations 💧📘
  • Leaf growth, gas exchange and assimilation performance of cowpea varieties in response to Bradyrhizobium inoculation (Heliyon, 2022) – 10 citations 🌿📘
  • Yield response of field-grown cowpea varieties to Bradyrhizobium inoculation (Agronomy Journal, 2021) – 11 citations 🌱📘

 

 

 

Sina Mallah | Sustainable land | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Sina Mallah | Sustainable land | Best Researcher Award

Researcher at University of Tehran, Iran

Dr. Sina Mallah is a soil scientist with a Ph.D. in Soil Resources Management from the University of Tehran, where he focused on sustainable soil and water management in irrigated lands. He earned his MSc in Soil Physics from Tarbiat Modares University and his BSc in Agricultural Soil Science Engineering from Gorgan University of Agricultural Science and Natural Resources. 🌱🌍

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🎓 Educational Background :

  • PhD in Soil Resources Management (Soil Physics and Conservation)University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran, December 2023

    Thesis Topic: “Assessment of sustainable soil and water management in irrigated lands of Honam subcatchment”

    Supervisor: Prof. Dr. M. Gorji

  • MSc in Soil PhysicsTarbiat Modares University, Tehran, Iran, January 2013

    GPA: 17.15/20

    Dissertation Topic: “Estimating soil organic matters using hyperspectral imagery in a semi-arid region”

    Supervisor: Prof. Dr. M. Homaee

  • BSc in Agricultural Soil Science EngineeringGorgan University of Agricultural Science and Natural Resources, Gorgan, Iran, July 2010

    GPA: 17.46/20

    Project Topic: “Effect of Potassium salts proportions on barley growth”

    Advisor: Dr. E. Dordipour

  • Experimental Sciences DiplomaAllameh Tabatabaei, Sari, Mazandaran, Iran, July 2006

    GPA: 18.05/20

🌱 Research Interests :

  • GIS and remote sensing in agriculture
  • Sustainability of soil and water resources
  • Conservation agriculture
  • Soil organic carbon cycle and climate change interaction
  • Digital soil mapping
  • Soil Genesis & Classification
  • Au (Gold) absorption
  • Socio-economic modeling
  • Soil health nexus

Publication Top Notes :

  1. M.R. Balali, S. Mallah, et al. 2024. Integrated Soil and Water Management at Farm Level in Honam Sub-Catchment (Part II: Soil and water recommended packages of homogenous units). Iranian Journal of Soil Research, 38 (1): 199-227. DOI: 10.22092/ijsr.2024.365368.741 (In Farsi).
  2. Sousa, G.P.B. de, et al. 2024. Assessing soil degradation in Brazilian agriculture by a remote sensing approach to monitor bare soil frequency: impact on soil carbon. Soil Advances, 2, 100011. DOI: 10.1016/j.soilad.2024.100011
  3. N.A. Rosin, et al. 2024. Spatializing soil elemental concentration as measured by X-ray fluorescence analysis using remote sensing data. Catena, 240, 107988. DOI: 10.1016/j.catena.2024.107988.
  4. S. Mallah, et al. 2023. Deep Insight on Land Use/Land Cover Geospatial Assessment through Internet-Based Validation Tool in Upper Karkheh River Basin (KRB), South-West Iran. Land, 12, 979. DOI: 10.3390/land12050979
  5. M.R. Balali, et al. 2024. Integrated Soil and Water Management at Farm Level in Honam Sub-Catchment (Part I: Determination of Homogeneous Soil and Water Management Units). Iranian Journal of Soil Research, 37 (3): 199-227. DOI: 10.22092/ijsr.2024.364321.734 (In Farsi).
  6. S. Mallah, et al. 2023. Digital Mapping of Topsoil Texture Classes Using a Hybridized Classical Statistics–Artificial Neural Networks Approach and Relief Data. AgriEngineering, 5(1):40-64. DOI: 10.3390/agriengineering5010004.
  7. S. Mallah, et al. 2022. Predicting Soil Textural Classes Using Random Forest Models: Learning from Imbalanced Dataset. Agronomy, 12, 2613. DOI: 10.3390/agronomy12112613.
  8. S. Mallah and M. Bagheri-Bodaghabadi. 2021. Towards a global soil taxonomy and classification tool for predicting multi-level soil hierarchy. Model. Earth Syst. Environ. DOI: 10.1007/s40808-021-01191-8.
  9. S. Mallah, et al. 2021. Evaluation of irrigation hydro-module of major plants of cropping pattern to reduce water stress and optimize agricultural water consumption in Honam sub-catchment. Journal of Crop Science Research in Arid Regions, 3 (1): 15-24. DOI: 10.22034/CSRAR.2021.280267.1092 (In Farsi).
  10. M. Panahi, et al. 2021. Appropriate irrigation scheduling determination of major crops and orchards in Honam, Lorestan traditional irrigation network. Iranian Water Researches Journal, 15 (1): 87-95.
  11. A. Tafteh, et al. 2020. Evaluation of daily, decade and monthly data satellite images to estimate of precipitation using Google Earth Engine in Khuzestan Province. Journal of Soil and Water Conservation, 9 (3): 93-104 (In Farsi).
  12. A. Tafteh, et al. 2020. Evaluating automatic detector of wetting front for monitoring water movement in soil. Environ. Water Eng., 6(1), 1–12. DOI: 10.22034/jewe.2020.218691.1345 (In Farsi).
  13. S. Mallah, et al. 2019. Comparison of Three Geostatistics Methods for Prediction of Soil Texture Classes in Crop and Orchard Lands of Guilan Province. Iranian Journal of Soil Research, 33 (2), 213-226 (In Farsi).
  14. A. Tafteh, et al. 2019. Investigation of possibility of mapping potential evapotranspiration of reference plant and water requirement of wheat using various mapping methods. Journal of Irrigation and Water Engineering (In Farsi).
  15. M. R. Balali, et al. 2019. Integrated soil and water management in the Farm Level through participatory and interdisciplinary approach towards reduction of soil degradation and fertility depletion in Honam sub-catchment of Karkheh River Basin (KRB). 14th National Conference on Watershed Management Sciences and Engineering of Iran, Uromia University (Oral).
  16. S. Mallah and M. R. Balali. 2019. Integrated management system of agricultural stakeholders with emphasis on boosting. 16th Iranian Soil Science Congress, Zanjan University (Oral).
  17. M. R. Balali, et al. 2019. Integration of soil and water related factors to sustain crop production in farm level (Case study: Honam subcatchment of Kharkheh River Basin). 16th Iranian Soil Science Congress, Zanj

 

 

 

 

Ramin SamieiFard | Soil Science | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Ramin SamieiFard | Soil Science | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Ramin SamieiFard, Pennsylvania State University, United States

Dr. Ramin SamieiFard is a soil scientist with a Ph.D. in Soil Management and Land Resources from the University of Tehran. He is currently a Research Assistant at Penn State University, specializing in soil genesis, remote sensing, and GIS. Dr. SamieiFard has extensive teaching experience at universities in Iran and the US, covering subjects like organic fertilizers and precision agriculture. His research includes geopedology, heavy metal adsorption, and soil quality indicators. An author of numerous publications, he has also presented at international conferences and holds a patent in agricultural technology. 🌍📚🌱

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Education 🎓

Dr. SamieiFard earned his Ph.D. in Soil Management and Land Resources from the University of Tehran in 2022. He holds an M.Sc. in Soil Science from Shahid Chamran University of Ahvaz and a B.Sc. in Soil Science from the University of Tehran.

Professional Experience 💼

He has served as a Research Assistant/Associate at Penn State University since 2023 and was an Assistant Professor at Razi University. He also managed organic fertilizer farms at the University of Tehran and Shahid Chamran University.

Teaching Experience 📚

Dr. SamieiFard has lectured at various universities, including Penn State and Razi University, on topics such as Precision Agriculture Technology, Remote Sensing, and GIS in Soil Sciences.

 

Research Focus

Dr. R. Samiei-Fard’s research focuses on soil science and environmental geochemistry, particularly in the context of soil contamination and remediation. His work encompasses the use of spectroscopy, remote sensing, and statistical models to predict and map soil heavy metals and other pollutants. Additionally, he investigates the adsorption properties of minerals like sepiolite for removing heavy metals from multi-ionic solutions and the impacts of soil amendments on fertility and plant growth. Dr. Samiei-Fard’s studies are crucial for understanding soil health, developing sustainable agricultural practices, and mitigating environmental pollution. 🌍🧪📊📡🌱

Publication Top Notes

  • Capability of vis-NIR spectroscopy and Landsat 8 spectral data to predict soil heavy metals in polluted agricultural land (Iran) – R Samiei Fard, HR Matinfar, Arabian Journal of Geosciences 9, 1-14, 2016. Cited by: 38 📊🌍
  • Adsorption of Cd, Co, and Zn from multi-ionic solutions onto Iranian sepiolite isotherms – R Samieifard, A Landi, N Pourreza, Central Asian Journal of Environmental Science and Technology Innovation 2, 2021. Cited by: 14 🧪⚗️
  • Application of particle size distribution throughout the soil profile as a criterion for recognition of newly developed geoforms in the Southeastern Caspian coast – R Samiei-Fard, A Heidari, M Konyushkova, S Mahmoodi, Catena 203, 105362, 2021. Cited by: 7 📏📊
  • Geochemical characteristics of saline soils formed during the recent retreat of the Caspian Sea – A Heidari, R Samiei-Fard, Catena 243, 108208, 2024. 🌊🧪
  • The Effect of Using a Geopedological Approach in Determining Land Quality Indicators, Land Degradation, and Development (Case Study: Caspian Sea Coast) – R Samiei-Fard, A Heidari, PJ Drohan, S Mahmoodi, S Ghatrehsamani, Environments 11 (20), 2024. 🌍🧪
  • Testing the Effect of Biochar and Biochar-Based Organic Amendments on Soil Fertility and Plant Growth: A Greenhouse Study – E Bazilevskaya, M Robbins, R SamieiFard, A Colestock, ASA, CSSA, SSSA International Annual Meeting, 2023. 🌱🌿
  • Assessment of Some Kriging Methods for Mapping the Soil Electrical Conductivity: Case Study of Southeastern Coast of Caspian Sea of Iran – R Samieifard, A Heidari, PJ Drohan, Journal of Global Ecology and Environment 13 (1), 12-21, 2021. 🗺️⚡
  • Use of Partial Least Squares Regression Model (PLSR) for Providing Organic Carbon Special Distribution Map of Caspian Sea Coastal Soils – M SamieiFard, R., Heidari, A., Mahmoodi, S., Konyushkova, 16th Iranian Soil Sciences Congress, 2019. 🌱📊
  • Preparation of the Calcium Carbonate Spatial Distribution Map of Caspian Sea Coastal Soils Using Partial Least Squares Regression Model (PLSR) – M SamieiFard, R., Heidari, A., Mahmoodi, S., Konyushkova, 16th Iranian Soil Sciences Congress, 2019. 🌍📊
  • Assessment of Visible and Near-Infrared Spectroscopy in Estimation of Lead and Nickel Heavy Metals Content in Soil (Case Study: Rey Lands) – RS Fard, H Matinfar, JWSS-Isfahan University of Technology 21 (4), 201-214, 2018. 🔬📊

Upendra Sainju | Soil Science Award | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Upendra Sainju | Soil Science Award | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Upendra Sainju, USDA-ARS, Northern Plains Agricultural Research Laboratory, Sidney, MT 59270, United States

Dr. Upendra Sainju is a distinguished Soil Scientist with a Ph.D. in Soil Science from the University of Kentucky (1989). He holds an M.S. from the University of Florida (1982) and a B.S. in Agriculture from the University of Udaipur, India (1973). Dr. Sainju has been a Research Soil Scientist at USDA-ARS-NPARL in Sidney, MT since 2004, progressing from GS-12 to GS-15. His career spans roles as a Research Associate at Fort Valley State University and postdoctoral positions at Washington State University and Rutgers University. His expertise in soil science and agriculture has significantly contributed to the field. 🌱📚

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🌱 Education

Dr. Upendra Sainju earned his Ph.D. in Soil Science from the University of Kentucky in 1989. He holds an M.S. in Soil Science from the University of Florida (1982) and a B.S. in Agriculture from the University of Udaipur, India (1973).

📚 Professional History

Dr. Sainju has served as a Research Soil Scientist at USDA-ARS-NPARL in Sidney, MT since 2004, advancing from GS-12 to GS-15. His previous roles include Research Associate at Fort Valley State University, and Postdoctoral Associate positions at Washington State University and Rutgers University. He also served as a Visiting Professor at Tribhuvan University, Nepal.

🏆 Honors and Awards

Dr. Sainju received the USAID scholarships for his studies in India and Florida. He was awarded the Outstanding Scientist Award by Fort Valley State University in 2004. He is a Fellow of both the Soil Science Society of America (2014) and the American Society of Agronomy (2015). His exceptional contributions earned him USDA-ARS Certificate of Merit Awards (2011-2019) and recognition for a keynote presentation in Cape Town, South Africa (2016).

 

Research Focus

Dr. Upendra Sainju’s research primarily focuses on soil science and sustainable agriculture. 🌾 His work explores the effects of tillage, cover crops, and nitrogen fertilization on soil organic carbon and nitrogen. He investigates soil carbon dioxide emissions, soil carbon sequestration, and nitrogen mineralization in various cropping systems. His studies also delve into the impact of cover crops on soil properties, microbial biomass, and overall soil health. 🌱 Dr. Sainju’s research aims to enhance agricultural practices for improved soil management and sustainability, contributing valuable insights to both environmental quality and crop productivity. 🌍📈

 

Publication Top Notes

  • Long-term effects of tillage, cover crops, and nitrogen fertilization on organic carbon and nitrogen concentrations in sandy loam soils in Georgia, USA 🌾 – 447 citations, 2002
  • Winter cover crop effects on soil organic carbon and carbohydrate in soil 🍂 – 438 citations, 1997
  • Mineral nutrition of tomato 🍅 – 339 citations, 2003
  • Soil carbon dioxide emission and carbon content as affected by irrigation, tillage, cropping system, and nitrogen fertilization 🌍 – 283 citations, 2008
  • Winter cover cropping influence on nitrogen in soil 🌾 – 265 citations, 1997
  • Biculture legume–cereal cover crops for enhanced biomass yield and carbon and nitrogen 🌱 – 263 citations, 2005
  • Winter cover crops for sustainable agricultural systems: influence on soil properties, water quality, and crop yields 🌿 – 260 citations, 1997
  • Nitrogen mineralization and availability of mixed leguminous and non-leguminous cover crop residues in soil 🌾 – 257 citations, 1998
  • Cover crops and nitrogen fertilization effects on soil aggregation and carbon and nitrogen pools 🏞️ – 255 citations, 2003
  • Tillage, crop residue, and nutrient management effects on soil organic carbon in rice-based cropping systems: A review 🍚 – 236 citations, 2017
  • Carbon dioxide flux as affected by tillage and irrigation in soil converted from perennial forages to annual crops 🌱 – 217 citations, 2008
  • Soil carbon and nitrogen sequestration as affected by long-term tillage, cropping systems, and nitrogen fertilizer sources 🌾 – 216 citations, 2008
  • Cover crop root distribution and its effects on soil nitrogen cycling 🌿 – 205 citations, 1998
  • Tillage, cover crop, and kill‐planting date effects on corn yield and soil nitrogen 🌽 – 185 citations, 2001
  • Carbon supply and storage in tilled and nontilled soils as influenced by cover crops and nitrogen fertilization 🌱 – 178 citations, 2006
  • Tillage, cover crops, and nitrogen fertilization effects on soil nitrogen and cotton and sorghum yields 🌾 – 158 citations, 2006
  • Cover crop effect on soil carbon fractions under conservation tillage cotton 🌿 – 153 citations, 2007
  • Cover cropping enhances soil microbial biomass and affects microbial community structure: A meta-analysis 🦠 – 150 citations, 2021
  • North American soil degradation: Processes, practices, and mitigating strategies 🌍 – 150 citations, 2015
  • Regulation of soil CO2 and N2O emissions by cover crops: A meta-analysis 🌾 – 148 citations, 2019