Amparo Gamero | Food Science | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Amparo Gamero | Food Science | Best Researcher Award

University of Valencia | Spain

Prof. Dr. Amparo Gamero is a distinguished researcher and full professor at the Universitat de València, Spain, in the Department of Preventive Medicine and Public Health, Food Science, Toxicology, and Legal Medicine, Faculty of Pharmacy, holding a full-time civil servant position since November 2022. She also serves as a collaborating professor at the Universitat Oberta de Catalunya for the Master’s programs in Nutrition and Health and Food in Physical Activity and Sport. Prof. Dr. Amparo Gamero has an extensive research career spanning over 18 years, including postdoctoral research through the Marie Curie Program at NIZO Food Research B.V. Her research focuses on food science, nutrition, biotechnology, fermented plant-based beverages, bioaccessibility of phytochemicals, antioxidant capacity, probiotic viability, and Mediterranean lifestyle adherence. She has authored 59 publications cited 1,016 times, with an h-index of 18, reflecting her significant impact in the field. Prof. Dr. Amparo Gamero integrates high-quality research with teaching and management, collaborating with over 176 international co-authors, establishing her as a leading expert in nutritional science and public health.

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Featured Publications

  • Tronchoni, J., Gamero, A., Arroyo-López, F. N., Barrio, E., & Querol, A. (2009). Differences in the glucose and fructose consumption profiles in diverse Saccharomyces wine species and their hybrids during grape juice fermentation. International Journal of Food Microbiology, 134(3), 237–243.

  • Gamero, A., Quintilla, R., Groenewald, M., Alkema, W., Boekhout, T., … (2016). High-throughput screening of a large collection of non-conventional yeasts reveals their potential for aroma formation in food fermentation. Food Microbiology, 60, 147–159.

  • Gamero, A., Tronchoni, J., Querol, A., & Belloch, C. (2013). Production of aroma compounds by cryotolerant Saccharomyces species and hybrids at low and moderate fermentation temperatures. Journal of Applied Microbiology, 114(5), 1405–1414.

  • Stribny, J., Gamero, A., Pérez-Torrado, R., & Querol, A. (2015). Saccharomyces kudriavzevii and Saccharomyces uvarum differ from Saccharomyces cerevisiae during the production of aroma-active higher alcohols and acetate esters using their … International Journal of Food Microbiology, 205, 41–46.

  • Gamero, A., Manzanares, P., Querol, A., & Belloch, C. (2011). Monoterpene alcohols release and bioconversion by Saccharomyces species and hybrids. International Journal of Food Microbiology, 145(1), 92–97.

Rajesh Yadav | Food Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Rajesh Yadav | Food Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Rajesh Yadav at Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur, India

Rajesh Yadav is a dedicated researcher in Farm Machinery and Power Engineering, currently pursuing his Ph.D. at IIT Kharagpur. With expertise in traction engineering, machine learning, and deep learning, he has developed innovative models for predicting tyre-soil interactions. His research focuses on designing AI-driven solutions for agricultural machinery. He has contributed to prestigious journals, delivered conference presentations, and holds multiple software copyrights. An active academic community member, he has served as a reviewer for various international conferences and journals. Passionate about technology-driven agriculture, Rajesh continues to explore AI applications in mechanized farming.

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Academic Background🎓

Rajesh Yadav is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Farm Machinery and Power Engineering at IIT Kharagpur, with a tentative thesis submission in May 2025. His research explores traction potential analysis of tubeless tractor tyres using machine learning. He earned his M.Tech. from IIT Kharagpur in 2021, focusing on designing a solar-powered paddy thresher and winnower. Before that, he completed his B.Tech. in Agricultural Engineering from Junagadh Agricultural University in 2019. His academic journey started with secondary education from the Rajasthan Board, achieving excellent grades. His education integrates engineering principles with AI-driven agricultural solutions.

Professional Background 💼

Rajesh has extensive experience in agricultural engineering, specializing in machine learning applications for traction studies. As a Teaching Assistant at IIT Kharagpur, he contributed to developing NPTEL courses. His research involved instrument setup, data acquisition, and ML model development for tyre performance prediction. He supervised undergraduate and postgraduate students, actively participated in instrument procurement, and published in leading journals. Additionally, he has interned with organizations like Northern Region Farm Machinery Training Institute, Jain Irrigation Systems, and Saras Dairy, gaining hands-on experience in farm machinery, irrigation, and dairy processing. He also developed user-friendly software for AI-driven agricultural applications.

Awards and Honors🏆

Rajesh secured AIR 27 in GATE 2019 and AIR 369 in ICAR AIEEA UG 2015. He was awarded the MHRD Scholarship during his M.Tech. and the National Talent Scholarship during his B.Tech. He qualified for NET 2023 (ASRB) in Farm Machinery and Power Engineering and has received the Institute Research Assistantship at IIT Kharagpur since 2021. His contributions in AI-driven agricultural machinery have earned him multiple software copyrights. He is a recognized member of prestigious academic societies like ASABE and ISAE, actively engaging in research, peer review, and international academic conferences.

Research Focus🔬

Rajesh’s research integrates AI, ML, and deep learning into traction engineering and farm machinery optimization. His work includes developing models for tyre-soil interaction, soil compaction, and tractive efficiency predictions. He has created machine learning-based Streamlit and Tkinter applications for agricultural applications. His studies involve evaluating tyre traction potential under controlled conditions, working with leading tyre manufacturers like Yokohama, Apollo, and CEAT. His research aims to enhance agricultural efficiency through AI-driven predictive modeling, focusing on reducing energy losses, improving traction performance, and minimizing soil compaction to promote sustainable farming practices.

Publication Top Notes

1️⃣ Development of an artificial neural network model with graphical user interface for predicting contact area of bias-ply tractor tyres on firm surface 🛞
Year: 2023 |  Journal: Journal of Terramechanics |  Cited by: 26

2️⃣ Graphene based two-port MIMO yagi-uda antenna for THz applications 📡
Year: 2023 |  Journal: Micro and Nanostructures |  Cited by: 17

3️⃣ RBF based some implicit–explicit finite difference schemes for pricing option under extended jump-diffusion model 📈
Year: 2023 |  Journal: Engineering Analysis with Boundary Elements |  Cited by: 6

4️⃣ A machine learning-based approach for estimation of deflection and contact area characteristics of tubeless and tube-type agricultural tyres 🤖🛞
Year: 2024 |  Journal: Engineering Applications of Artificial Intelligence |  Cited by: 5

Conclusion

Rajesh Yadav is a highly accomplished researcher in Farm Machinery and Power Engineering, currently pursuing a Ph.D. at IIT Kharagpur. His work focuses on traction potential analysis of tubeless tractor tyres using machine learning, contributing significantly to agricultural technology. With multiple publications in reputed journals, software copyrights, and international conference presentations, his research has both academic and real-world impact. He has developed ML/DL models, web applications, and sustainable agricultural machinery. His leadership as a teaching assistant, research scholar representative, and mentor further highlights his contributions. Recognized through prestigious scholarships, GATE AIR 27, and NET qualification, he is a deserving candidate for the Best Researcher Award.

 

 

Ahmad Imani | food Science | Best Researcher Award

Assoc Prof Dr. Ahmad Imani | food Science | Best Researcher Award

Scientific staff, Urmia University, Iran

Dr. Ahmad Imani is an Associate Professor in the Department of Fishery at Urmia University. He holds a PhD in Fisheries Sciences from the University of Tehran. His research focuses on aquaculture, particularly on improving fish health and growth through dietary supplements and environmental management. Dr. Imani has published extensively in leading scientific journals and is known for his contributions to the understanding of fish physiology and aquaculture practices.

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Education 🎓

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ahmad Imani holds a Ph.D. in Fisheries Sciences from the University of Tehran, completed between 2007 and 2012. He also earned his MSc in Fisheries Sciences from the same institution, graduating in 2007. His academic journey began with a BSc in Fisheries Sciences, which he obtained from the University of Tehran in 2004. Dr. Imani’s educational background highlights a strong and focused expertise in fisheries sciences, reflecting a deep commitment to the field through both his studies and subsequent professional achievements.

Experience 💼

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ahmad Imani is an Associate Professor in the Department of Fishery at Urmia University, Iran.

Research Interests 🔬

Aquaculture and Fish Nutrition: Exploring best practices and innovations in the breeding and feeding of fish in controlled environments.

Dietary Supplements and Their Effects on Fish Health: Investigating how various supplements influence the well-being and development of aquatic species.

Environmental Management in Aquaculture Systems: Focusing on sustainable practices and technologies to optimize aquaculture operations while minimizing environmental impact.

The Impact of Dietary and Environmental Factors on Fish Growth and Immunity: Analyzing how different diet compositions and environmental conditions affect fish growth rates and immune responses.

Awards 🏆

Dr. Imani has received recognition for his significant contributions to the field of aquaculture, though specific awards are not listed.

Publications Top Notes 📚

Ghafarifarsani, H., Kachuei, R. & Imani, A., 2021 – Dietary supplementation of garden thyme essential oil ameliorated the deteriorative effects of aflatoxin B1 on growth performance and intestinal inflammatory status of rainbow trout. Aquaculture, 531, p.735928. link

Vafaei, M., Naseri, M., Abedi, E., Babaei, S.S., Imani, A. & Torri, L., 2020 – Principal component analysis of time-related changes of some essential mineral contents of canned silver carp in different filling media. Biological Trace Element Research. link

Valizadeh, S., Naseri, M., Babaei, S., Hosseini, S.M.H. & Imani, A., 2019 – Development of bioactive composite films from chitosan and carboxymethyl cellulose using glutaraldehyde, cinnamon essential oil and oleic acid. International Journal of Biological Macromolecules. link

Tarkhani, R., Imani, A., Hoseinifar, S.H., Moghanlou, K.S. & Manaffar, R., 2020 – The effects of host-associated Enterococcus faecium CGMCC1.2136 on serum immune parameters, digestive enzymes activity and growth performance of Caspian roach fingerlings. Aquaculture. link

Ghasemi, N., Imani, A., Noori, F. & Shahrooz, R., 2020 – Ontogeny of digestive tract of Stellate sturgeon from hatching to juvenile stage: Digestive enzymes activity, stomach and proximal intestine. Aquaculture. link