Prof. Vali Rasooli Sharabiani | Biological Sciences | Editorial Board Member

Prof. Vali Rasooli Sharabiani | Biological Sciences | Editorial Board Member

University of Mohaghegh Ardabili | Iran

Dr. Vali Rasooli Sharabiani is a distinguished Professor at the University of Mohaghegh Ardabili, Iran, whose research centers on precision agriculture, smart farming technologies, and non-destructive measurement methods for sustainable crop production and food processing. His scientific work integrates artificial intelligence, hyperspectral imaging, and multivariate data analysis to enhance agricultural efficiency, resource management, and environmental protection. Dr. Sharabiani’s contributions have significantly advanced the understanding of variable rate technology, remote sensing, and the application of machine learning models such as ANNs, ANFIS, and fuzzy logic in agricultural systems. His interdisciplinary approach bridges engineering, agronomy, and data science, making his research highly influential in both academic and industrial sectors. With more than 1,500 citations, an h-index of 21, and an i10-index of 37 on Google Scholar, along with high-impact publications indexed in Scopus, his scholarly achievements reflect strong global recognition. Dr. Sharabiani’s research outputs are widely referenced in the fields of agricultural mechanization, energy-efficient drying systems, and precision monitoring of crop and soil properties.

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Kaveh, M., Sharabiani, V. R., Chayjan, R. A., & Taghinezhad, E. (2018). ANFIS and ANNs model for prediction of moisture diffusivity and specific energy consumption of potato, garlic, and cantaloupe drying under convective hot air dryer. Information Processing in Agriculture, 5(3), 372–387.

Kaveh, M., Chayjan, R. A., Taghinezhad, E., Sharabiani, V. R., & Motevali, A. (2020). Evaluation of specific energy consumption and GHG emissions for different drying methods (Case study: Pistacia Atlantica). Journal of Cleaner Production, 259, 120963.

Jahanbakhshi, A., Kaveh, M., Taghinezhad, E., & Rasooli Sharabiani, V. (2020). Assessment of kinetics, effective moisture diffusivity, and specific energy consumption in the pistachio kernel drying process in microwave drying. Journal of Food Processing and Preservation, 44(6), e14449.

Jahedi Rad, S., Kaveh, M., Sharabiani, V. R., & Taghinezhad, E. (2018). Fuzzy logic, artificial neural network, and mathematical model for prediction of white mulberry drying kinetics. Heat and Mass Transfer, 54(11), 3361–3374.

Rasooli Sharabiani, V., Kaveh, M., Abdi, R., Szymanek, M., & Tanaś, W. (2021). Estimation of moisture ratio for apple drying by convective and microwave methods using artificial neural network modeling. Scientific Reports, 11(1), 9155.

Prof. Piotr Kaminski | Biological Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Piotr Kaminski | Biological Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Nicolaus Copernicus University | Poland

Dr. Piotr Kamiński, PhD, is a distinguished Professor and Head of the Division of Ecology and Environmental Protection at the Department of Medical Biology and Biochemistry, Nicolaus Copernicus University in Toruń, Poland. He also serves at the Department of Biotechnology, University of Zielona Góra, contributing significantly to interdisciplinary studies that bridge environmental sciences and medical biology. His scientific expertise lies in environmental ecophysiology, with research encompassing the physiological responses of humans, birds, mammals, fish, and plants to varying environmental conditions. Dr. Kamiński has made impactful contributions to understanding how ecological and biochemical factors influence organismal health, oxidative stress, and adaptive mechanisms in diverse ecosystems. His collaborations span numerous countries, reflecting a global approach to ecophysiological and environmental safety studies. He has supervised over 180 master’s and bachelor’s theses, and 23 doctoral dissertations, fostering the next generation of scientists. With over 190 peer-reviewed publications, his work appears in reputable journals and edited volumes, often addressing bioenergetics, antioxidant mechanisms, and ecological physiology. His academic excellence is reflected in Scopus metrics with 63 documents, 782 citations from 713 sources, and an h-index of 16. On Google Scholar, his citations exceed 1200, with an h-index of 19, underscoring his international scientific influence and recognition.

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Dietrich-Muszalska, A., Kamiński, P., Kontek, B., & Gorzelańczyk, E. J. (2025). Curcumin as an antioxidant against ziprasidone-induced lipid peroxidation in human plasma: Potential relevance to cortico-subcortical circuit function. International Journal of Molecular Sciences.

Kurhaluk, N., Buyun, L., Kołodziejska, R., Kamiński, P., & Tkaczenko, H. (2025). Effect of phenolic compounds and terpenes on the flavour and functionality of plant-based foods. Nutrients.

Tkaczenko, H., Buyun, L., Kołodziejska, R., Kamiński, P., & Kurhaluk, N. (2025). Neuroactive phytochemicals as multi-target modulators of mental health and cognitive function: An integrative review. International Journal of Molecular Sciences.

Kurhaluk, N., Kamiński, P., Bilski, R., Kołodziejska, R., Woźniak, A., & Tkaczenko, H. (2025). Role of antioxidants in modulating the microbiota–gut–brain axis and their impact on neurodegenerative diseases. International Journal of Molecular Sciences.

Bilski, R., Kamiński, P., Kupczyk, D., Jeka, S., Baszyński, J., Tkaczenko, H., & Kurhaluk, N. (2024). Environmental and genetic determinants of ankylosing spondylitis. International Journal of Molecular Sciences.

Mr. Mohammad Wasif Amin | Biological Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Mohammad Wasif Amin | Biological Sciences | Best Researcher Award

PhD candidate, Tokyo University of Agriculture, Japan

Mohammad Wasif Amin is a dedicated researcher and academic in the field of Agricultural Engineering and Agronomy 🌱. With a strong focus on crop physiology, soil amendments, and climate-resilient agriculture, he has made significant contributions to understanding morpho-physiological and biochemical responses of various crops under stress conditions. Currently pursuing his Ph.D. at Tokyo University of Agriculture, Japan 🎓, he has been actively involved in cutting-edge agricultural research. His passion for sustainable farming and precision agriculture has led him to publish extensively in reputed journals, making a remarkable impact in the scientific community.

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🎓 Education

Mohammad Wasif Amin has built a solid academic foundation in Agricultural Sciences 🌾. He earned his Master of Science (International Agricultural Development) from Tokyo University of Agriculture (2018-2020), where he focused on drought tolerance in Afghan and other rice genotypes 🍚. Continuing his academic excellence, he is currently pursuing a Ph.D. (Agricultural Engineering) at Tokyo University of Agriculture (2024-2027), emphasizing modern irrigation techniques and soil amendments. His academic journey began at Parwan University, Afghanistan, where he has been serving as a Lecturer and Assistant Professor in Agronomy 📖 since 2014.

💼 Experience

With a decade of experience in academia and research, Mohammad Wasif Amin has contributed significantly to agricultural education and innovation 🚜. As an Assistant Professor at Parwan University, he has trained and mentored numerous students in agronomy and sustainable agriculture. His research work spans crop physiology, stress tolerance, soil fertility enhancement, and irrigation efficiency. His practical approach combines advanced technologies like IoT-based soil moisture monitoring with traditional agronomic practices, bridging the gap between research and real-world farming challenges.

🏆 Awards and Honors

His academic excellence and research contributions have been recognized through prestigious funding and grants 🏅. He was awarded the Gakupro Doctoral Program Research Grant (2024-2025) by Tokyo University of Agriculture, supporting his innovative research in soil amendments and water conservation strategies. His publications in high-impact journals further reflect his scientific contributions to global agricultural development.

🔬 Research Focus

Mohammad Wasif Amin’s research revolves around sustainable agriculture, crop physiology, stress adaptation, and precision farming 🌿. He explores the impact of drought, salinity, and nutrient management on crop productivity while integrating advanced agricultural technologies like IoT-based irrigation systems 🚀. His studies on rice, wheat, tomato, and mung beans have provided valuable insights into floret fertility, seed priming, and photosynthetic performance under stress conditions. His work aims to develop resilient crop varieties and innovative farming solutions for a changing climate.

📢 Conclusion

Mohammad Wasif Amin is an innovative agricultural scientist, educator, and researcher 🌾. His commitment to advancing crop resilience, optimizing soil amendments, and developing precision agriculture solutions makes him a pioneer in sustainable farming research. Through groundbreaking studies and high-impact publications, he continues to shape the future of modern agriculture, benefiting both farmers and policymakers 🌍. His expertise and research contributions will play a crucial role in addressing global food security and climate adaptation challenges. 🚀

🔗 Publications 

Quality over quantity: An analysis of Afghan consumers’ preferences for fruit safety and quality attributes (2025) – Food and Humanity 🔗 DOI

Impact of Soil Amendments and Alternate Wetting and Drying Irrigation on Growth, Physiology, and Yield of Deeper-Rooted Rice Cultivar Under IoT-Based Soil Moisture Monitoring (2025) – AgriEngineering 🔗 DOI

Pre-spike emergence nitrogen fertilizer application as a strategy to improve floret fertility and production efficiency in wheat (2024) – Field Crops Research 🔗 DOI

Elucidation of Shoot and Root Growth, Physiological Responses, and Quality Traits of Tomato Exposed to Elevated Calcium Carbonate Concentrations (2024) – Horticulturae 🔗 DOI

Interpretation of morpho-physiological and biochemical responses of winter wheat under different sodium chloride concentrations (2023) – Journal of Crop Science and Biotechnology 🔗 DOI

Potential Benefits of Seed Priming under Salt Stress Conditions on Micro-Tom Tomato Plants (2023) – Plants 🔗 DOI

Elucidation of photosynthesis and yield performance of rice under drought stress conditions (2022) – Plant Physiology Reports 🔗 DOI