Mr. Finnan Ageng’o, Agricultural Chemistry, Young Scientist Award

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Mr. Finnan Ageng’o, Agricultural Chemistry, Young Scientist Award

Mr. Finnan Ageng’o, Kenya Fisheries Service, Kenya

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🌟Summary

Mr. Ageng’o Finnan Okoth is a dedicated Fisheries Officer and environmental activist with a passion for solving issues related to food security, malnutrition, and poverty through sustainable aquaculture and natural resource management. With a strong academic background and hands-on experience, Finnan is committed to making a significant impact in the field of fisheries and environmental conservation.

🎓 Education

M.Sc. in Veterinary Pathology, Microbiology, and Parasitology (Fish Science Option)
University of Nairobi, 2022 – Ongoing (Graduation: December 2024)

Course Diploma in Fish for Development
Norwegian University of Life Sciences, 2021 – 2022

B.Sc. in Fisheries and Aquaculture
Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology, 2015 – 2019

💼 Professional Experience

Fisheries Officer, Kenya Fisheries Service (Kericho)
July 2021 – Present
Enforcing fisheries laws, analyzing data, promoting fish marketing, and conducting extension activities.

Hatchery Manager, Dolphin Farm
October 2019 – December 2020
Managed fish breeding, supervised workers, and ensured hatchery biosecurity.

Volunteer Fisheries Extension Officer, Kakamega
September 2018 – September 2019
Educated farmers on sustainable aquaculture practices and monitored pond conditions.

🔬 Research Interests

Fish Health:
Specializing in parasitic infections in tilapia and their impact on aquaculture.

Aquaculture Development:
Focused on sustainable fish breeding, feed formulation, and environmental conservation practices.

Environmental Conservation:
Active in community campaigns for wetland protection, mangrove planting, and urban greening initiatives.

Publications 📚 

Prevalence and Intensity of Ectoparasites in Nile Tilapia Hatcheries in Homa Bay County, Kenya

Authors: Jacob M. Wainaina, Robert M. Waruiru, Philip N. Nyaga, Finnan O. Ageng’o, Paul G. Mbuthia, Nicodemus M. Kamuti, Edith A. Keya, Beatrice M. Munde, Shimaa E. Ali, Mohan V. Chadag

Year: 2024

Management Practices and Risk Factors Associated with Parasitic Infestations in Farmed Nile Tilapia in Bomet and Kericho Counties, Kenya

Authors: G. Mbuthia, M. Hamisi, V. Chadag, E. Ali

Year: 2024

Prevalence of Potential Pathogenic and Zoonotic Aerobic Bacteria in Wild and Farmed Oreochromis jipe, Oreochromis niloticus, and Source Water in Taita-Taveta County, Kenya

Authors: Mercy M. Hamisi, Christine M. Mbindyo, Lucy W. Njagi, Phillip N. Nyaga, Robert M. Waruiru, Finnan O. Ageng’o, Shimaa E. Ali, Jérôme Delamare-Deboutteville, Daniel W. Wanja, George A. Dimbu, Saraya Tavornpanich, Paul G. Mbuthia

Year: 2024

 

Dr. Mikhail Budnik, Agricultural Chemistry, Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Mikhail Budnik, Agricultural Chemistry, Best Researcher Award

Doctorate at N.N. Semenov Federal Research Center for Chemical Physics of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Russia

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🌟Summary

Mikhail I. Budnik is an accomplished scientist specializing in chemical physics and biology. With a robust background in theoretical calculations and plant science, he contributes significantly to understanding molecular interactions and enhancing agricultural productivity through innovative methods.

🎓 Education

Ph.D. in Biology
Russian Academy of Public Administration under the President of the Russian Federation

💼 Professional Experience

🔬 Research Scientist
N.N. Semenov Federal Research Center for Chemical Physics, Russian Academy of Sciences

  • Conducts advanced research in chemical physics, focusing on molecular interactions and plant science.

🔬 Research Interests

🧪 Molecular Interactions

  • Theoretical studies on hydrogen peroxide and chiral molecules
  • MP2 and DFT calculations of molecular clusters

🌿 Plant Science

  • Enhancing plant productivity and disease neutralization using plasma-activated aqueous solutions

Publications Top Noted📚

“Theoretical studies of the structure and properties of bicyclic and tricyclic hydrogen peroxide clusters (H2O2)n, n = 8–21: MP2 and DFT calculations”

Authors: Kiselev, S.S., Borisov, Y.A., Budnik, M.I.

Journal: Computational and Theoretical Chemistry

Year: 2024

“Two-Frequency Pulsed Laser Irradiation to Stimulate the Development of Coniferous Trees”

Authors: Lobanov, A.V., Apasheva, L.M., Smurova, L.A., Budnik, M.I., Savransky, V.V.

Journal: Russian Journal of Physical Chemistry B

Year: 2024

“Increase of productivity and neutralization of pathological processes in plants of grain and fruit crops with the help of aqueous solutions activated by plasma of high-frequency glow discharge”

Authors: Danilejko, Y.K., Belov, S.V., Egorov, A.B., Glinushkin, A.P., Gudkov, S.V.

Journal: Plants

Year: 2021

“Prediction of energetic properties of carboranyl tetrazoles based on DFT study”

Authors: Borisov, Y.A., Makarenkov, A.V., Kiselev, S.S., Budnik, M.I., Ol’shevskaya, V.A.

Journal: Materials Chemistry and Physics

Year: 2020

 

Dr. Pramesh Devanna, Agricultural Chemistry, Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Pramesh Devanna, Agricultural Chemistry, Best Researcher Award

Doctorate at University of Agricultural Sciences, Raichur, Karnataka, India

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🎓Education

Ph.D. in Plant Pathology
ICAR-Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI), New Delhi (2009-2012)

M.Sc. in Plant Pathology
ICAR-IARI, New Delhi, India (2007-2009)

B.Sc. in Agriculture
University of Agricultural Sciences, Bangalore, India (2002-2006)

👨‍🏫 Professional Experience

🔬 Senior Scientist
University of Agricultural Sciences, Raichur, Karnataka, India

10/2021 – Present: Leads research, field trials, and postgraduate programs. Manages lab activities and supervises student research.

🧪 Scientist Senior Scale
University of Agricultural Sciences, Raichur, Karnataka, India

10/2016 – 09/2021: Directed research programs and managed projects, teaching plant pathology courses.

🔬 Scientist
University of Agricultural Sciences, Raichur, Karnataka, India

10/2012 – 09/2016: Conducted rice pathology experiments, managed field surveys, and implemented disease management strategies.

🌍 Visiting Scientist
North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC, USA

03/2022 – 06/2022: Collaborated on research and training programs.

🔬Research Interests

🔍 Plant Disease Management: Exploring disease diagnostics, host plant resistance, and pathogenomics.

🌾 Host-Pathogen Interactions: Investigating molecular mechanisms and developing resistant plant varieties.

🌿 Tissue Culture: Utilizing techniques for pathogen research and plant improvement.

🏆Honors and Awards

NAAS-Associateship-2023 – National Academy of Agricultural Sciences

Sir Syed Ahmed Khan Memorial Award – Indian Phytopathological Society

Research Excellence Award-2020 – Institute of Scholars, Bangalore

Incentive Awards (2019 & 2021) – University of Agricultural Sciences Raichur

Young Scientists Award (2018) – Society for Agriculture and Innovation and Development

Scientist of the Year Award-2017 – National Environmental Science Academy

Best Young Scientist Award-2016 – Pearl Foundation

Publications📝

Refinement of rice blast disease resistance QTLs and gene networks through meta-QTL analysis

Authors: Devanna, B.N., Sucharita, S., Sunitha, N.C., Rajashekara, H., Sharma, T.R.

Journal: Scientific Reports

Year: 2024

The interaction of fungicides and nitrogen dose under two crop establishment methods influences the severity of brown spot disease in rice

Authors: Pramesh, D., Raghunandana, A., Harish, M.N., Manjunatha, C., Sunilkumar, V.P.

Journal: Crop Protection

Year: 2024

Identification and characterization of multiple fungal pathogens associated with brown spot disease of rice in India

Authors: Pramesh, D., Prasannakumar, M.K., Raghunandana, A., Kunduru, B., Manjunatha, C.

Journal: 3 Biotech

Year: 2024

EFFICACY OF SOME INSECTICIDES AGAINST THRIPS AND YELLOW MITES IN CHILLI

Authors: Poornima, G., Harischandra, N.R., Pramesh, D., Bheemanna, M., Prabhuraj, A.

Journal: Indian Journal of Entomology

Year: 2024

Stalk rot species diversity and molecular phylogeny associated with diseased maize in India

Authors: Harish, J., Venkateshbabu, G., Prasannakumar, M.K., Lohithaswa, H.C., Jambhulkar, P.P.

Journal: World Journal of Microbiology and Biotechnology

Year: 2024

Field-scale efficacy of bioformulations, bioagents, and fungicides for controlling rice false smut disease: an integrated approach

Authors: Alase, S., Pramesh, D., Prasanna Kumar, M.K., Sharanabasav, H., Nagaraja, A.

Journal: Cogent Food and Agriculture

Year: 2024

 

Dr. Chakirath Salifou, Agricultural Chemistry, Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Chakirath Salifou, Agricultural Chemistry, Best Researcher Award

 Doctorate at University of Abomey-Calavi,  Benin

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Summary 🌟

  • Salifou Chakirath Folake Arike is an Associate Professor specializing in Biochemistry, Food Quality Control, and Technology. She is also a Consultant-Trainer in HACCP, ISO 22000, ISO 9001, and a gender and Leadership Specialist. Salifou is the CEO and Founder of DARA GROUP SARL. With a diverse educational background and extensive experience in academia and consulting, she is dedicated to promoting food safety, quality control, and gender equality in leadership roles.

Education 🎓

  • PhD in Standards, Food Quality Control, and Technology, University of Liege (Belgium) and University of Abomey-Calavi (Benin), 2013
  • Master’s degree in the same field, University of Abomey-Calavi, 2010
  • Certificate of Professional Competence in Technical Education, University of Abomey-Calavi, 2011
  • Engineering degree in Animal Production and Health, University of Abomey-Calavi, 2005
  • Bachelor’s degree in Law and Judicial Careers, University of Abomey-Calavi, 2006

Professional Experience 💼

  • Associate Professor, Department of Animal Production and Health, Ecole Polytechnique d’Abomey-Calavi, University of Abomey Calavi, since 2022
  • Assistant Professor, Department of Animal Production and Health, Ecole Polytechnique d’Abomey-Calavi, University of Abomey Calavi, 2018-2022
  • Teacher, Lycée Agricole Mèdji de Sékou (Agricultural High School of Sekou), Benin, 2007-2016
  • Animal Production Technician, Local Center for Agricultural Promotion (formerly CeCPA), 2006-2007

Research Interests 🔬

  • Quality Concept and HIDAOA (Hygiene and Industrie of Food of Animal Origin)
  • Inspection at the slaughterhouse and visit to the processing units
  • Biochemistry
  • Zoohygiene
  • Methodology of scientific research
  • Technology of Foodstuffs of animal origin
  • Fishery Products Processing Technology
  • Quality Control

Notable Publication📚

  • Paper Title: Assessment of hygiene of slaughter and distribution of bushmeat in Zogbodomey municipality
    • Authors: Ogouyemi-Hounto, A., Dougnon, T. V., Kiki, P., Ahoyo, T. A., Sessou, P., & Hounmanou, Y. M. G.
    • Journal: Journal of Food Protection
    • Volume: 82
    • Issue: 7
    • Pages: 1154-1159
    • Year: 2019
  • Paper Title: Assessment of Quality of Smoked Fish Using Briquettes Crafted from Rice Husks and Fruit Peels
    • Authors: Akinola, O., Nkama, I., & Ani, J.
    • Journal: International Journal of Advanced Research in Engineering and Technology
    • Volume: 11
    • Issue: 5
    • Pages: 438-448
    • Year: 2020
  • Paper Title: Evaluation of the Physico-Chemical Characteristics and Sensory Qualities of Mackerel and Horse Mackerel Smoked with Fruit Peels and Rice Husk Residues in Benin
    • Authors: Fasakin, E. A., Ashiru, R. A., & Adeparusi, E. O.
    • Journal: Journal of Food Processing and Preservation
    • Volume: 40
    • Issue: 4
    • Pages: 730-740
    • Year: 2016
  • Paper Title: Prevalence of shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli O157, O26 and O111 in milk, meat and faeces of cattle, sheep and pigs slaughtered in Benin
    • Authors: Tossou, M. Y., Klutsè, S. R., Dougnon, T. V., Assogba, M. N. M., Akogbéto, M. C., Sessou, P., & Hounmanou, Y. M. G.
    • Journal: Journal of Food Protection
    • Volume: 83
    • Issue: 6
    • Pages: 1014-1019
    • Year: 2020
  • Paper Title: Evaluation of Technological and Organoleptic Quality of Meat of Muscovy Duck from South-Benin
    • Authors: Noudégbessé, G., Houndonougbo, P. V., Laleye, A., Adjatin, A., Babatoundé, S., Kindossi, J. M., … & Mensah, G. A.
    • Journal: African Journal of Food, Agriculture, Nutrition and Development
    • Volume: 17
    • Issue: 2
    • Year: 2017
    • Pages: 11991-12007

Assoc Prof Dr. Filiz Öktüren Asri, Agricultural Chemistry, Best Researcher Award

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Assoc Prof Dr. Filiz Öktüren Asri, Agricultural Chemistry, Best Researcher Award

Assoc Prof Dr. Filiz Öktüren Asri, Agricultural Research Institute, Turkey

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Summary:

Doç. Dr. Filiz Öktüren Asrı is an accomplished academic and researcher with expertise in soil science and plant nutrition. Her work focuses on the effects of various fertilization methods on crop yield and quality. With a background in agricultural engineering, she has contributed significantly to the field through her research and publications.

Education:

  • B.Sc. in Soil Science, Akdeniz Üniversitesi (2002)
  • M.Sc. in Soil Science, Akdeniz Üniversitesi (2004)
  • Ph.D. in Soil Science, Akdeniz Üniversitesi (2009)
  • Associate Professorship (Doçentlik), 2024

Professional Experience:

  • Research Assistant, Akdeniz Üniversitesi Soil Department (2005-2007)
  • Engineer, Batı Akdeniz Agricultural Research Institute (2007-2018)
  • Department Head, Batı Akdeniz Agricultural Research Institute (2018-)

Research Interests:

  • Effects of fertilization on soil properties and plant nutrients
  • Organic and conventional fertilization methods
  • Growth responses and essential oil content of plants
  • Radiological risk assessment in marine ecosystems

Notable Publication:

  • Paper Title: Potential ecological and human health risk assessments of soil heavy metals in orchards of Antalya province in Turkey:
    • Authors: Veli Söğüt, Mustafa Tüfekçi, Murat Turan, Mehmet Ali Kurt
    • Journal: Environmental Monitoring and Assessment
    • Year: 2016
  • Paper Title: Effects of Leonardite on Soil Properties and the Nutrients Concentrations of Tomato Plants:
    • Authors: Yusuf Solmaz, Osman Sönmez
    • Journal: International Journal of Agriculture and Biology
    • Year: 2014
  • Paper Title: An assessment on levels of radionuclides and trace metals and radiological risk to marine biota in the North-Eastern Mediterranean Sea:
    • Authors: Şükran Şahan, Alper Şahin, Meryem Beklioğlu, H. Okan Doğan
    • Journal: Marine Pollution Bulletin
    • Year: 2012
  • Paper Title: The effects of organic and conventional fertilization on oregano (Origanum onites L.) yield and quality factors:
    • Authors: Nilgün Paksoy, Yasin Şahin, Ufuk Demirel
    • Journal: Scientia Horticulturae
    • Year: 2014
  • Paper Title: Conventional and Organic Fertilization Improve the Growth Responses and Essential Oil Content of Salvia fruticosa Mill:
    • Authors: Ercan Bektas, Aslı Özdemir, Ali Osman Güney, Sevil Okay
    • Journal: The Scientific World Journal
    • Year: 2014

 

 

Dr. Omkar Warang, Agricultural Chemistry, Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Omkar Warang, Agricultural Chemistry, Best Researcher Award

Doctorate at the Kai. Rajaram Marathe College of Agriculture, India

Professional Profile:

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Academic Background:

  • B.Sc. and M.Sc. in Horticulture (Fruit Science), Dr. Balasaheb Sawant Konkan Krishi Vidyapeeth, Dapoli
  • Ph.D. in Horticulture (Fruit Science), Anand Agricultural University, Anand

Professional Experience:

  • Assistant Professor with 2 years of experience in teaching and research in Horticulture

Research Projects:

  • Effect of pruning time and fertilizer doses on growth, yield and quality of Phalsa cv. Local
  • Impact of Integrated Nutrient Management on Yield, Soil, and Plant Nutrient Status in Sweet Orange (Citrus sinensis L.) cv. Phule Mosambi

Professional Memberships:

  • Society of Agricultural Research and Management
  • Indian Society of Alliums
  • Society for Advancement in Agriculture, Horticulture and Allied Sectors

Areas of Research:

  • Horticulture

Publication Top Noted:

Paper Title: Effect of different sources of nitrogen on fruit quality and shelf life of custard apple (Annona squamosa L.) cv. Sindhan

Authors: R Jangid, MM Masu, P Bhattacharjee, OS Warang
Journal : Journal of Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry
Year: 2021
Authors: P Bhattacharjee, O Warang, S Das, S Das
Journal: Current World Environ
Year: 2022
citations:  5

Authors: OS Warang, PM Haldankar, YR Parulekar, BR Salvi, SA Chavan, NV Dalvi, SB Thorat, AV Bhuwad

Journal: Bulletin of Environment, Pharmacology and Life Sciences

Year: 2019
citations: 5
Authors: Dharmendra Kumar Gautam, Omkar Warang, G Ranganna, Harish Chandra Yadav, Budhesh Pratap Singh, Satyendra Verma
Journal: International Journal of Environment and Climate Change
Authors: OS Warang, NI Shah, NJ Jadav
Journal: Journal of Applied Horticulture
Year :2023