Dr. Fuhou Li | Biotechnology | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Fuhou Li | Biotechnology | Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor, Jilin University, China

Dr. Fuhou Li 🎓 is an accomplished researcher and Associate Professor at the College of Animal Science, Jilin University, China. His expertise lies in silage research, ruminant nutrition, and microbial fermentation, with a strong focus on improving animal health and feed efficiency. Currently, he is a visiting scholar at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, furthering his research in animal science. Dr. Li has significantly contributed to understanding lactic acid bacteria’s role in silage fermentation, optimizing animal nutrition, and investigating rumen microbial communities. His work has been widely recognized through numerous high-impact publications in leading peer-reviewed journals. 📚🔬

Publication Profile

🎓 Education

Dr. Li earned his Ph.D. (2017-2021) and Master’s degree (2014-2017) from the College of Pastoral Agriculture Science and Technology, Lanzhou University, specializing in silage research and animal nutrition. His undergraduate studies (2010-2014) in grassland science were completed at Jilin Agricultural University. His strong academic background has enabled him to contribute significantly to the field of animal nutrition. 🎓📖

💼 Experience

Dr. Li’s academic journey includes postdoctoral research (2021-2024) at Lanzhou University, focusing on silage and ruminant nutrition. Since 2024, he has been serving as an Associate Professor at Jilin University, where he continues to advance research in animal science. His current role as a visiting scholar at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (2025-) further strengthens his international research collaborations. His extensive experience in microbial fermentation and animal feed optimization has made him a respected scientist in his field. 🏫🔬

🏆 Awards and Honors

Dr. Li has been recognized for his outstanding contributions to silage research and animal nutrition. His publications in top-tier journals, along with his active role in international conferences, have earned him accolades from the scientific community. His innovative research on lactic acid bacteria and fermentation quality has positioned him as a leading expert in ruminant nutrition. 🏅📜

🔬 Research Focus

Dr. Li’s research revolves around the effects of lactic acid bacteria on silage fermentation and animal health, microbial interactions in ruminant digestion, and optimizing silage quality to enhance livestock productivity. His work explores how microbial communities and enzyme-producing bacteria influence fermentation characteristics and nutrient availability in silage, benefiting both dairy and meat production industries. His findings contribute to sustainable livestock management and improved animal health. 🐄🌿

📖 Publications

Responses of microbial community composition and CAZymes encoding gene expression in ensiled Elymus nutans to altitudinal gradients in alpine region. Applied and Environmental Microbiology.

Effects of inoculating feruloyl esterase-producing Lactiplantibacillus plantarum A1 on ensiling characteristics, in vitro ruminal fermentation, and microbiota of alfalfa silage. Journal of Animal Science and Biotechnology.

Probiotic effect of feeding feruloyl esterase-producing Lactobacillus plantarum inoculated alfalfa silage on digestion, antioxidant, and immunity status of lactating dairy goats. Animal Nutrition.

Nutrient utilization of native herbage and oat forage as feed for Tibetan sheep (Ovis aries). Grassland Science.

The effects of Lactobacillus plantarum with feruloyl esterase-producing ability or high antioxidant activity on fermentation, chemical composition, and antioxidant status of alfalfa silage. Animal Feed Science and Technology.

Effects of class IIa bacteriocin-producing Lactobacillus species on fermentation quality and aerobic stability of alfalfa silage. Animals.

Pretreatment of Pennisetum sinese silages with ferulic acid esterase-producing lactic acid bacteria and cellulase at two dry matter contents: Fermentation characteristics, carbohydrate composition, and enzymatic saccharification. Bioresource Technology.

Ferulic acid esterase-producing lactic acid bacteria and cellulase pretreatments of corn stalk silage at two different temperatures: Ensiling characteristics, carbohydrate composition, and enzymatic saccharification. Bioresource Technology.

📚 Conclusion

Dr. Fuhou Li is a dedicated scientist whose research has significantly impacted the field of silage fermentation and ruminant nutrition. His extensive experience, high-impact publications, and ongoing international collaborations reflect his commitment to advancing animal science. Through his innovative research, he continues to drive improvements in animal feed efficiency, microbial interactions, and sustainable livestock nutrition. 🌱🔬🐑

Bouthaina Dridi | Biological Sciences | Women Researcher Award

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Prof. Bouthaina Dridi | Biological Sciences | Women Researcher Award

Professor, High Agronomic Institute of Chott-Mariem Sousse, Tunisia

🌿 Prof. Bouthaina Dridi Al Mohandes is a distinguished academic in the field of Agronomy and Biotechnology, currently serving as a professor at the High Institute of Agronomy of Chott-Mariem in Tunisia. With over 30 years of experience, she has contributed immensely to plant physiology, biotechnology, and horticultural sciences. She has also co-authored books and numerous international research publications, focusing on sustainable agricultural practices and innovative plant production techniques.

Publication Profile

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Strengths for the Award:

  • Extensive Educational Background: Dr. Bouthaina Dridi holds multiple advanced degrees in horticulture and agronomic sciences, including a Ph.D. in Agricultural and Applied Biological Sciences. Her academic credentials demonstrate a strong foundation in plant physiology, biotechnology, and genetics, which aligns well with the theme of women’s research excellence in agriculture.
  • Vast Professional Experience: Dr. Dridi has over 30 years of experience in academia and research, having worked in both national and international institutions. Her experience as a professor, researcher, and engineer showcases her long-term commitment to advancing agricultural sciences.
  • Research Impact and Publications: Dr. Dridi has a significant body of research, with numerous publications in high-impact international journals over the last decade. Her work spans topics like plant physiology, virus-free plant production, and environmental sustainability, which makes her a valuable contributor to the field.
  • Leadership in Research: With her habilitation degree, Dr. Dridi is qualified to supervise research, highlighting her leadership in the academic and scientific community. Her co-authorship of a book on best practices in artichoke farming also points to her contribution to practical agricultural development.
  • Focus on Environmental Sustainability: Dr. Dridi’s research on sustainable agriculture, including the ecological assessment of heavy metal pollution and the use of plant-based agents, is highly relevant to current global challenges in sustainable food production and environmental conservation.

Areas for Improvement:

  • Visibility in Gender-Specific Research: While Dr. Dridi has a rich academic and research background, there is little focus on gender-specific research or contributions that directly address the advancement of women in science or agriculture. Enhancing visibility in this area could strengthen her candidacy for a women-focused research award.
  • Involvement in Advocacy for Women in Science: Although Dr. Dridi is highly accomplished, there is no mention of involvement in programs, initiatives, or advocacy efforts aimed at promoting women in STEM or agriculture. Expanding her influence in this domain would further align her profile with the goals of the Women Research Award.

Education

🎓 Prof. Dridi holds an impressive academic background in agricultural and biological sciences. She earned her Ph.D. in Agricultural and Applied Biological Sciences from Ghent University, Belgium, in 2003, specializing in biotechnology and plant genetics. She also holds a Habilitation degree in Agronomic Sciences from the National Agronomic Institute of Tunisia, and two engineering certificates in Horticulture Sciences from ENSH, France, and Chott-Mariem, Tunisia.

Experience

💼 Since 2019, Prof. Dridi has been a Professor at the High Institute of Agronomy of Chott-Mariem, Tunisia, following her roles as Associate Professor and Assistant Professor since 2005. Her career began as an engineer and researcher at the National Agronomic Research Institute of Tunisia, before moving to academic teaching and research. Her early work includes research at the National Museum of Natural History, Paris, and leading a laboratory in vitro production in France.

Research Focus

🔬 Prof. Dridi’s research focuses on biotechnology, plant physiology, and genetics. She is passionate about in vitro tissue culture techniques for virus-free plant production, with an emphasis on sustainable and innovative methods for horticultural development, particularly artichokes and other horticultural crops. Her work also extends to studying the environmental impacts of agriculture.

Awards and Honours

🏅 Prof. Dridi has been recognized for her outstanding contributions to agronomy, receiving honorable mentions for her Ph.D. thesis and engineering dissertations. She has also co-authored a Guide de bonnes pratiques for organic artichoke farming, which reflects her commitment to sustainable agricultural practices.

Publications – Top Notes

Clotting and Proteolytic Activity of Wild Thistles (2023)

Onopordum Nervosum Flowers as Antioxidant Agents (2023)

Comparative Study of Tunisian Pepper Accessions (2022)

Effect of Vermicompost on Tomato Growth under Salt Stress (2022)

Conclusion:

Dr. Bouthaina Dridi is a highly qualified candidate for the Research for Women Research Award due to her extensive academic background, leadership in agronomic sciences, and impactful research contributions in biotechnology and sustainable agriculture. However, her candidacy could be further strengthened by highlighting more gender-specific initiatives or contributions to advancing women in the scientific community. Despite this, her research excellence and leadership make her a strong contender for the award.

Haijing Shi | Biological Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Haijing Shi | Biological Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Associate professor, Northwest A&F University, China

🌟 Haijing Shi is a dedicated Associate Professor at the Institute of Soil and Water Conservation, Northwest A&F University. With a strong academic background and extensive research in soil and water conservation, GIS-based ecological modeling, and climate change, Dr. Shi has significantly contributed to environmental science. She has secured numerous research grants and published influential papers, establishing herself as a leader in her field.

Profile

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Education

🎓 Haijing Shi holds a Ph.D. in Physical Geography from the University of New South Wales, Australia (2009-2013). She also earned an M.S. in Land Resources & Application of GIS&RS from Northwest A&F University (2005-2008) and a B.S. in Soil and Water Conservation from the same institution (2001-2004).

Experience

🔬 Haijing Shi has been an Associate Professor at the Institute of Soil and Water Conservation, Northwest A&F University since 2018. Previously, she served as an Assistant Professor at the same institute from 2014 to 2017. Her professional journey is marked by her commitment to advancing research in soil and water conservation and environmental sustainability.

Research Interests

🌍 Haijing Shi’s research interests include soil and water conservation, data mining, GIS-based ecological modeling, and studying environmental heterogeneity and climate change. Her work focuses on understanding and mitigating the impacts of climate change and human activities on ecosystems.

Awards

🏆 Dr. Haijing Shi has been awarded several prestigious research grants, including the High-end Foreign Experts Recruitment Plan of China, the National R&D Infrastructure and Facility Development Program of China, and the CAS “Light of West China” program. These accolades recognize her contributions to high-resolution surface process data mining and the spatial classification of topography-induced microhabitats.

Publications

Using the response-effect trait framework to disentangle the effects of climate change and human activities on the provision of ecosystem services by vegetation

A new high-resolution global topographic factor dataset calculated based on SRTM

Estimating the CSLE Biological Conservation Measures’ B-Factor Using Google Earth’s Engine

A digital close range photogrammetric observation system for measuring soil surface morphology during ongoing rainfall

A comparative experimental study of rill erosion on loess soil and clay loam soil based on a digital close-range photogrammetry technology

 

Lei Tian | Biological Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Lei Tian | Biological Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Nanjing Forestry University, China

🌲 Lei Tian is a dedicated researcher in the field of forest sciences, affiliated with the College of Forestry at Nanjing Forestry University in China and the Department of Forest Sciences at the University of Helsinki in Finland. His work focuses on forest carbon sinks, climate change, and land use dynamics. With a strong academic background and a passion for forestry, Lei Tian is committed to advancing our understanding of forest ecosystems and their response to environmental changes. 📚🌍

Profile

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Education

🎓 PhD in Forest Management (09/2021 – Present) College of Forestry, Nanjing Forestry University, Nanjing, China. Department of Forest Sciences, University of Helsinki, Helsinki, Finland. Master of Geomatics Engineering (09/2018 – 01/2021) School of Geomatics, Anhui University of Science and Technology, Huainan, China. Aerospace Information Research Institute, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, China. Bachelor of Surveying & Mapping Engineering (09/2013 – 06/2018) School of Environment and Surveying Engineering, Suzhou University, Suzhou, China

Experience

💼 Postgraduate Research & Practice Innovation Program of Jiangsu Province
Lei Tian has actively participated in several research projects supported by the Jiangsu Provincial Education Department, contributing to the publication of multiple journal papers and the production of valuable datasets. His work spans forest age mapping, land use change simulations, and carbon storage assessments. 🌳🔬

💼 National Key Research and Development Program
As a major participant, Lei Tian contributed to research on remote sensing monitoring of land use changes, resulting in significant publications and datasets on land use classification and alpine timberline distribution. 🏞️🛰️

💼 Strategic Pioneer Special Project of Chinese Academy of Sciences
In this project, Lei Tian was involved in international scientific data sharing, focusing on forest type classification and contributing to high-impact research publications. 🌍📊

Research Interests

include the estimation of forest carbon sinks, forest carbon storage modeling, the response of forests to climate change, land use change, and urban heat islands. He is passionate about leveraging remote sensing and GIS technologies to address critical environmental challenges. 🌳🌡️

Awards

Lei Tian has been awarded multiple first-class academic scholarships, merit student scholarships, and recognitions for his outstanding contributions to research and academia. His accolades reflect his dedication and excellence in the field of forest sciences. 🌟📜

Publications

How forest age impacts on net primary productivity: insights from future multi-scenarios. Forest Ecosystems, 100228. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.fecs.2024.100228. (SCI, Q1)

Forest Age Mapping Using Landsat Time-Series Stacks Data Based on Forest Disturbance and Empirical Relationships between Age and Height. Remote Sensing, 15, 2862. https://doi.org/10.3390/rs15112862. (SCI, Q1)

Prediction of Land Surface Temperature Considering Future Land Use Change Effects Under Climate Change Scenarios in Nanjing City, China. Remote Sensing, 15, 2914. https://doi.org/10.3390/rs15112914. (SCI, Q1)

Review of Remote Sensing-Based Methods for Forest Aboveground Biomass Estimation: Progress, Challenges, and Prospects. Forests, 14, 1086. https://doi.org/10.3390/f14061086. (SCI, Q1)

Dynamics of the alpine timberline and its response to climate change in the Hengduan mountains over the period 1985–2015. Ecological Indicators, 135, 108589. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ecolind.2022.108589. (SCI, Q1)

Bi-Temporal Analysis of Spatial Changes of Boreal Forest Cover and Species in Siberia for the Years 1985 and 2015. Remote Sensing, 12(24), 4116. https://doi.org/10.3390/rs12244116. (SCI, Q1)