SARIKA WANDRE | Soil | Best Academic Researcher Award

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Dr. SARIKA WANDRE | Soil | Best Academic Researcher Award

Assistant Professor at DYP-ATU, India

Dr. Sarika Wandre is an accomplished academician and researcher in Soil and Water Engineering, with over nine years of experience in teaching and applied research. She holds a Ph.D. from Junagadh Agricultural University and has made significant contributions to climate change modeling, watershed management, and precision agriculture using remote sensing and GIS. An INSPIRE Fellow and recipient of awards like the MS Swaminathan Best Young Scientist Award, she has authored numerous research papers, book chapters, and technical articles. Dr. Wandre actively participates in scientific forums, serves as a journal reviewer, and is a life member of multiple professional societies.

Academic Profile

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Educational Background

Dr. Sarika Wandre has a strong academic foundation in Agricultural Engineering with specialization in Soil and Water Engineering. She earned her Ph.D. and M.Tech. degrees from Junagadh Agricultural University, Gujarat, securing First Class with Distinction in both. Her undergraduate degree, B.Tech. in Agricultural Engineering, was completed at Mahatma Phule Agricultural University, Maharashtra, with a remarkable academic record. She has also qualified the ASRB-NET and ICAR-JRF/SRF examinations and was awarded the prestigious INSPIRE Fellowship by the Department of Science and Technology, Government of India. Her academic journey reflects consistent excellence and dedication to research and scientific advancement.

Professional Experience

Dr. Sarika Wandre has over nine years of diverse professional experience in academia and research, primarily in the field of Agricultural Engineering. She currently serves as an Assistant Professor at D.Y. Patil Agriculture and Technical University, Kolhapur. Her previous roles include Assistant Professor positions at Dadasaheb Patil College of Agriculture and College of Agriculture, Sonai. She has also worked as a Research Associate and Senior Research Fellow in national agricultural research projects, contributing to hydrological modeling, climate change studies, and GIS-based watershed analysis. Her career reflects dedication to teaching, research, and agricultural technology dissemination.

Awards and Honors

Dr. Sarika Wandre has received several prestigious awards in recognition of her academic and research excellence. She was honored with the MS Swaminathan Best Young Scientist Award in 2020 by the Bose Science Society, Tamil Nadu, and the Krushi Gaurav Award in 2019 by the International Friendship Society, New Delhi. She also received the Ideal Agriculture Scientist Award in 2018 and the Best Author Award for her contributions to Marathi agricultural literature. Additionally, she was awarded the INSPIRE Fellowship for her Ph.D. research by the Department of Science and Technology, Government of India, highlighting her scholarly achievements.

Research Focus

Dr. Sarika Wandre’s research focuses on soil and water conservation, climate change modeling, and precision agriculture. She specializes in hydrological modeling using the SWAT model, watershed prioritization, and GIS and remote sensing applications in agricultural planning. Her work addresses critical issues such as water resource management, evapotranspiration estimation, and land use-land cover analysis. She has published extensively in national and international journals, authored books and book chapters, and contributed to practical solutions for sustainable agriculture. Her interdisciplinary approach integrates environmental science, engineering, and digital tools to enhance agricultural resilience and promote sustainable resource management.

Publication Top Notes

Assessment of Morphometric Characteristics of Shetrunji River Basin Using Remote Sensing and GIS
Year: 2013 | Cited by: 55+

Bias Correction for RCM Predictions of Precipitation in Vartu River Basin of Gujarat, India
Year: 2017 | Cited by: 30+

Forecasting Mean Temperature Using Sarima Model for Junagadh City of Gujarat
Year: 2017 | Cited by: 20+

Hydraulic Performance Evaluation of Mini-Sprinkler System
Year: 2024 | Cited by: 5+

Integrating Remote Sensing and GIS for LULC Studies in the Panchganga River Basin
Year: 2024 | Cited by: 4+

Estimation of Crop Evapotranspiration of Wheat Using Remote Sensing & GIS Based Crop Coefficient
Year: 2025 | Cited by: 2+

Estimation of Carbon Sequestration from the Plant Biomass Through Seasonal Crops
Year: 2024 | Cited by: 3+

Prediction of Precipitation and Temperature Changes Using RCM in River Basin of Gujarat, India
Year: 2016 | Cited by: 18+

Prioritization of Watersheds of Shetrunji River Basin Based on Morphometric Analysis Using Remote Sensing and GIS
Year: 2015 | Cited by: 22+

Simulating the Hydrologic Response to Climate Change: Sani River Basin, Gujarat (India)
Year: 2017 | Cited by: 28+

Evaporation Reduction by Solar Photovoltaic (SPV) System: A Review
Year: 2023 | Cited by: 4+

Remote Sensing and GIS-based Site Selection for Soil and Water Conservation Measures in Warana River Basin
Year: 2023 | Cited by: 6+

Conclusion

Dr. Sarika Wandre is a highly accomplished academician and researcher specializing in Soil and Water Engineering, with over nine years of experience in teaching, research, and scientific outreach. She holds a Ph.D. and has made notable contributions to climate change modeling, hydrological simulation, watershed management, and GIS-based agricultural planning. Her scholarly work includes more than 20 peer-reviewed research papers and 10+ book chapters, showcasing a strong publication record. She is a recipient of the prestigious INSPIRE Fellowship and other national honors. Actively involved in professional societies, conferences, and journal review boards, Dr. Wandre is committed to sustainable agriculture and scientific advancement.

 

Filiz Öktüren Asri | Soil Science and Plant Nutrition | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Filiz Öktüren Asri | Soil Science and Plant Nutrition | Best Researcher Award

BATEM of Akdeniz University, Turkey

Dr. Filiz Öktüren Asri is an Associate Professor with a robust background in soil science. Educated at Akdeniz University, she has a distinguished career in research and agricultural engineering. Her expertise spans soil health, fertilization practices, and environmental risk assessments. At Batı Akdeniz Agricultural Research Institute, she leads with a focus on enhancing soil and plant productivity through innovative research. 🌾🔬📖

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Education : 🌟📚

  • Undergraduate Degree: Akdeniz University, Soil Department (2002) 🌿
  • Master’s Degree: Akdeniz University, Soil Department (2004) 🎓
  • PhD: Akdeniz University, Soil Department (2009) 🎓🔬
  • Associate Professorship: Achieved in 2024 📈👩‍🏫

Professional Experience :🌱🔧

  • Research Assistant
    • Akdeniz University Soil Department (2005-2007) 🎓🔬
  • Engineer
    • Batı Akdeniz Agricultural Research Institute Directorate (2007-2018) 🌾🔧
  • Head of Department
    • Batı Akdeniz Agricultural Research Institute Directorate (2018-present) 🌾👩‍🔬

Research Interests :

  • Soil Fertility and Health
  • Effects of Organic and Conventional Fertilizers
  • Heavy Metal Contamination and Risk Assessment
  • Plant Growth and Yield Optimization
  • Soil Property Improvement

Publication Top Notes

  • Özkan, C.F., Demirtaş, E.I., Öktüren Asri, F., Arı, N., 2018. Relationships between petiole sap nitrate nitrogen and plant and soil nitrogen values in greenhouse cucumber cultivation. Derim, 35(2): 209-215.
  • Güven, D., Arı, N., Eryılmaz, Z., Özkan, C.F., Öktüren Asri, F., Demirtaş, E.I., Çelikyurt, M.A., 2018. Effect on yield in navel orange of different levels of nitrogen applied with a drip irrigation system in Washington. Turkish Journal of Agriculture and Natural Sciences, 5(4): 440-446.
  • Öktüren Asri, F., Demirtaş, E.I., Arı, N., 2016. Effects of foliar applied humic acid on plant nutritional status, yield, and quality in open tomato cultivation. Mediterranean Agricultural Sciences, 29(1): 21-25.
  • Demirtaş, E.I., Arı, N., Özkan, C.F., Öktüren Asri, F., 2016. Effects of urban solid waste compost use on the efficiency, quality, and heavy metal pollution in tomato cultivation. Derim Magazine, 33(1): 144-158.
  • Öktüren Asri, F., Demirtaş, E.I., Güven, D., Özkan, C.F., Arı, N., 2016. Determination of the fertility status of greenhouse soils where carnation is grown in Kepez District, Antalya Province. Ege University Faculty of Agriculture.
  • Alagöz, Z., Öktüren, F., Yılmaz, E., 2006. Determination of some fertility properties of soils in greenhouse growing cloves in the Antalya Region. Akdeniz University Agriculture Faculty Journal, 19(1): 123-129.
  • Alagöz, Z., Yılmaz, E., Öktüren, F., 2006. Some physical and chemical effects of organic material addition on soil properties. Akdeniz University Faculty of Agriculture Journal, 19(2): 245-254.
  • Yılmaz, E., Alagöz, Z., Öktüren, F., 2008. Effect of different organic materials on soil aggregates. Akdeniz University Faculty of Agriculture Journal, 21(2): 213-222.
  • Öktüren Asri, F., Demirtaş, E.I., Arı, N., Arpacıoğlu, E.A., Özkan, C.F., 2010. Determination of the quality of irrigation water used in greenhouses in Antalya-Serik Region. Mediterranean University Faculty of Agriculture Journal, 23(2): 145-150.
  • Öktüren Asri, F., Sönmez, S., 2009. Determination of nutritional status and irrigation water quality of tomato plants grown in soilless culture system in Antalya Region. Akdeniz University Faculty of Agriculture Journal, 22(2): 191-200.

Nour Eddine Mayassi | Soil Ecology Award | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Nour Eddine Mayassi | Soil Ecology Award | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Nour Eddine Mayassi, Lebanese University Faculty of Agronomy, Lebanon

Nour Eddine Mayassi (born January 2, 1999, in Aley, Lebanon 🇱🇧) is a Lebanese agronomist with a robust academic background and a passion for sustainable agriculture. He holds a Master’s in Agricultural Engineering from Lebanese University and another Master’s in Sustainable Agroecosystems from CIHEAM Bari, Italy 🇮🇹. Nour has conducted significant research on soil management to enhance small-scale agroecosystem resilience. He has interned at various agricultural institutions, gaining expertise in soil and water analysis, pest management, and innovative farming techniques 🌱. Proficient in English (C2) and Italian (A2), he is an advocate for agroecological practices and youth contributions to agri-food systems 🌾.

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Education 🎓

Nour completed his Lebanese Baccalaureate in Life Sciences at Maroun Abboud Secondary School (2014-2017) 📘. He earned a Bachelor’s in Agriculture from Lebanese University, Beirut (2017-2020) 🌾. He further pursued a Master’s in Agriculture Engineering (2020-2023) and a Master’s in Sustainable Agroecosystems at CIHEAM Bari, Italy (2021-2023) 🌍.

Experience 🌟

Nour interned at Orquidea Garden Center 🌿 and the Lebanese Agriculture Research Institute, focusing on soil and water analysis, pest management, and crop value-chain analysis. He gained valuable skills in soil management, irrigation, and agricultural technology 💧.

Research Focus

Nour Eddine Mayassi’s research is focused on soil health and resilience in small-scale agroecosystems, particularly in the context of Mount-Lebanon 🇱🇧. His work delves into agroecology, emphasizing sustainable agricultural practices that maintain soil vitality and promote ecosystem stability 🌾. He investigates soil management techniques that enhance the resilience of agroecosystems against environmental stressors and climate change 🌍. Collaborating with experts like Thérèse Atallah, Beshr Sukkariyah, and Pandi Zdruli, Nour’s research aims to develop practical solutions for farmers to sustainably manage their land and improve food security 🌱. His contributions are vital to advancing sustainable food systems and agroecological practices 🌿.

 

Publication Top Notes

Investigating soil health and resilience in small-scale agroecosystems of Mount-Lebanon