Prof.Slaheddine Khlifi | Water Resources Management | Best Researcher Award

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Prof.Slaheddine Khlifi | Water Resources Management |Best Researcher Award

professor , ESIM, University of Jendouba , Tunisia

Prof. Slaheddine Khlifi 🌍 is a leading academic and researcher in sustainable water and soil management 💧🌱. He currently serves as the Head of the Research Laboratory “Sustainable Management of Water and Soil Resources” and is a full professor at ESIM, University of Jendouba 🇹🇳. With over 28 years of experience in teaching and research, he has mentored numerous PhD and MSc students 🎓 and coordinated major academic programs on climate change and water management 🌦️📘. His work has had a deep impact on environmental sustainability, hydrology, and adaptation strategies in the Mediterranean region 🌿📊.

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Education & Experience

Prof. Khlifi holds a PhD in Environment from Université Libre de Bruxelles 🇧🇪, a Master’s in Environmental Management 🧪, an MSc in Forest Sciences from Laval University 🇨🇦, and an Agronomic Engineering diploma from Tunisia 🇹🇳. He earned his academic habilitation in 2014 🎓. His teaching portfolio includes erosion control, hydrology, geostatistics, and watershed management 🌊🛰️. He has served ESIM since 1997, advancing from assistant to full professor 👨‍🏫. Prof. Khlifi also coordinates doctoral and master programs and sits on multiple academic councils and committees, demonstrating a sustained commitment to interdisciplinary education and research leadership 📚👥.

 Professional Development 

Prof. Khlifi has developed and led numerous academic programs in water resource management, climate adaptation, and environmental science 🌐📖. He coordinated the Master’s program Climadapt and the PhD committee for Water & Environment Science at ESIM 💡🌿. His international collaborations span Belgium, Italy, and the U.S., and he has co-supervised students across multiple universities 👨‍🔬🌍. Prof. Khlifi integrates research with practical development by engaging with national and global projects and actively bridging science and policy 🤝📈. His efforts enhance institutional capacity-building, digital learning, and smart technologies for climate resilience and water conservation 💧💻.

Research Focus 

Prof. Khlifi’s research focuses on hydrological modeling, climate change adaptation, erosion control, and sustainable water management 🌦️💧. He specializes in evaluating the impacts of hydraulic structures like small dams and contour benches on runoff and sedimentation 🏞️🧮. His studies include remote sensing, geostatistics, citizen science, and the integration of AI into water systems 🌐📊. He works to optimize water resource usage in fragile Mediterranean environments and supports decision-making with scientific data 🧠🌍. His cross-disciplinary approach addresses both local and regional water sustainability challenges, enhancing climate resilience and sustainable development in North Africa and beyond 🌱🌎.

Awards & Honors 

Prof. Khlifi is a Principal Investigator on several prestigious international projects, including PRIMA-funded SMARTIES and AI-driven coastal water optimization 🌊🤖. He received EU support for the Climadapt program and led research collaborations with UCLouvain 🇧🇪, CERTE, and Auburn University 🇺🇸. He has shaped national strategies through projects funded by Erasmus, Tempus, and national bodies 🧩📑. His work on intelligent water systems and sustainable hydrology has earned widespread recognition across Europe and North Africa 🌍🏅. Prof. Khlifi’s leadership in environmental innovation and education continues to inspire young researchers and global networks 👨‍🏫🌿.

Publication Top Notes

1.Evaluating the Spatial and Temporal Transferability of Model Parameters of a Distributed Soil Conservation Service–Soil Moisture Antecedent–Simple Lag and Route Model for South Mediterranean Catchments

📚 Citation:
Gara, A., Gader, K., Khlifi, S., Vanclooster, M., Sellami, H. (2025). Evaluating the Spatial and Temporal Transferability of Model Parameters of a Distributed Soil Conservation Service–Soil Moisture Antecedent–Simple Lag and Route Model for South Mediterranean Catchments. Water, 17(4), 569. https://doi.org/10.3390/w17040569

2.Assessing Spatio-Temporal Hydrological Impacts of Climate Change in the Siliana Watershed, Northwestern Tunisia

📚 Citation:
El Ghoul, I., Sellami, H., Khlifi, S., Vanclooster, M. (2024). Assessing Spatio-Temporal Hydrological Impacts of Climate Change in the Siliana Watershed, Northwestern Tunisia. Atmosphere, 15(10), 1209. https://doi.org/10.3390/atmos15101209

3.Future Impact of Climate Change on Durum Wheat Growth and Productivity in Northern Tunisia

📚 Citation:
El Melki, M. N., Soussi, I., Al-Khayri, J., Al-Dossary, O., Alsubaie, B., Khlifi, S. (2024). Future Impact of Climate Change on Durum Wheat Growth and Productivity in Northern Tunisia. Agronomy, 14(9), 2022. https://doi.org/10.3390/agronomy14092022

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Dr. Adel Zeggaf Tahiri | Irrigation Optimization | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Adel Zeggaf Tahiri | Irrigation Optimization | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Adel Zeggaf Tahiri, Agri.Environ.Engineering, Morocco

Dr. Adel Zeggaf Tahiri is a Moroccan environmental scientist with a Ph.D. in Bioenvironmental Science from Tottori University, Japan. He currently serves as CEO of Agri.Environ.Engineering S.A.R.L, a consulting firm based in Tangier, Morocco. With over three decades of multidisciplinary experience, Dr. Zeggaf has held key roles as a desert greening expert, water project leader, and research scientist in agricultural meteorology. His work spans international collaborations with UNESCO, JICA, ICARDA, and CIHEAM, focusing on sustainable irrigation, evapotranspiration modeling, mangrove restoration, and climate-resilient agriculture. Fluent in Arabic, French, English, and Spanish, he is also a published author, patent holder, and active member of global scientific and environmental networks.

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Based on the detailed profile and accomplishments of Dr. Adel Zeggaf Tahiri, he appears to be highly suitable for consideration for a Best Researcher Award, particularly in fields related to bioenvironmental science, sustainable agriculture, and water resource management.

🎓 Education

  • 📘 Ph.D. in Bioenvironment Science (2006)
    Tottori University, Japan
    🔬 Thesis: Study on partitioning evapotranspiration into plant transpiration and soil evaporation

  • 🌿 M.S. in Crop Sciences (1992)
    Morocco’s Agricultural Engineering School (IAV Hassan II)
    🫘 Thesis: Effect of population density and supplemental irrigation on fava bean yield in Meknès and Safi

  • 📈 2nd Year Economic Sciences (2025, in progress)
    Abdelmalek Essaâdi University, Tangier, Morocco

💼 Work Experience

  • 👔 CEO (2015 – Present)
    Agri.Environ.Engineering S.A.R.L, Tangier, Morocco (Consulting firm)

  • 🚰 Water Project Leader (2014)
    MANAGEM (Mining Group), Marrakech, Morocco

  • 🌵 Desert Greening Expert (2008–2013)
    The Manzanar Project, Mauritania (via Manzanar Mangrove Foundation, USA)

  • 🌱 Mangrove Ecosystem Restoration Expert (2009–2012)
    Nouakchott, Mauritania

  • 🌦️ Agricultural Meteorology Research Scientist (1993–2008)
    INRA (National Institute of Agricultural Research), Settat, Morocco

🏆 Achievements, Awards & Honors

  • 📜 Patent No. 30541
    “Procédé et Appareillage pour la Mesure Combinée de la Transpiration des Cultures et de l’Evaporation du Sol pour la Gestion Efficiente de l’Irrigation”

  • 🌍 Recognized Expert in sustainable desert agriculture, seawater irrigation, and agrometeorology
    Featured in press worldwide in French, Arabic, Japanese, and English

  • 📹 Media Coverage & Talks

🌐 Professional Affiliations

  • 🏛️ Member, UNESCO’s Arab Water and Environment Consultants Network

  • 🌾 Member, American Society of Agronomy (ASA)

  • 🔍 Reviewer, Journal of Hydrology, European Journal of Agronomy

  • 🤝 Consultant for UNESCO Project on Mapping Salinity and Water Quality at Diawling Park

  • 🌦️ Former Team Member:

    • “Water Harvesting” Project – ICARDA-INRA

    • “Water Use Efficiency Network” – CIHEAM-IAM Bari

    • “Agro-Ecological Characterization” – ICARDA-INRA

Publication Top Notes:

A Quest for Desert Forests from Eritrean to Mauritanian Mangroves

The four misses of agricultural water husbandry in the Maghreb

A Bowen ratio technique for partitioning energy fluxes between maize transpiration and soil surface evaporation

Dr. Sangeeth Maduranga Bandara Rathnayaka Rathnayaka Mudiyanselage | Agricultural Award | Excellence in Research

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Dr. Sangeeth Maduranga Bandara Rathnayaka Rathnayaka Mudiyanselage | Agricultural Award | Excellence in Research 

Dr. Sangeeth Maduranga Bandara Rathnayaka Rathnayaka Mudiyanselage, Sri Lanka Technology Campus, Sri Lanka

Dr. R.M.S.M.B. Rathnayaka is a Sri Lankan agricultural scientist and academic specializing in crop science, bioresource science, and sustainable agriculture. He earned his Ph.D. from Shinshu University, Japan, in 2021, following an M.Sc. in Bioresource Science from the same institution and a B.Sc. (Hons) in Agriculture from the University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka. With extensive experience in research and academia, he has held roles as a research assistant, teaching assistant, and advisor in floriculture, landscaping, and medicinal plant projects. Currently, he serves as a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Agricultural Science at SLTC Research University, where he also leads the Sustainable Agriculture and Environmental Research Center (SEARC). His expertise spans agricultural research, biotechnology, and environmental sustainability, contributing to international projects such as DIGITAsia under the Erasmus+ Programme.

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Suitability for Excellence in Research

Dr. R.M.S.M.B. Rathnayaka is a highly qualified researcher with a strong academic background, including a Ph.D. and M.Sc. from Shinshu University, Japan, and a B.Sc. from the University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka. His expertise in agricultural sciences, particularly in plant physiology, stress tolerance, and sustainable farming, is evident through his numerous research publications in high-impact journals. His work on Capsicum spp., organic fertilizers, and climate resilience in agriculture demonstrates his commitment to advancing knowledge in his field. Given his extensive research contributions, leadership roles, and international collaborations, he is a suitable candidate for Excellence in Research recognition.

🎓 Educational Qualifications

📌 Ph.D. – Graduate School of Medicine, Science, and Technology, Faculty of Agriculture, Shinshu University, Japan (2021)
📌 M.Sc. (Bioresource Science) – Faculty of Agriculture, Shinshu University, Japan (2018)
📌 B.Sc. (Agric. Hons, Specializing in Crop Science) – University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka (2010)
📌 GCE A/L – St. Thomas’s College, Matara (2005)

💼 Work Experience

🌿 Floriculture and Landscaping Advisor – Ruhuna Business Incubator (Pvt.) Ltd. (2009 – 2010)
🌱 Research Assistant – Medicinal Plant Project, University of Ruhuna (2010 – 2011)
🧪 Department Research Assistant & Research Partner (Tissue Culture Lab) – University of Ruhuna (2011 – 2012)
🏫 Academic Sub Warden – Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna (2011 – 2012)
🔬 Assistant Manager (Agricultural Research) – Link Natural Products (PVT) Ltd, Colombo (2012 – 2015)
📚 Teaching Assistant – Shinshu University, Japan (2016 – 2018)
🔍 Research Assistant – Shinshu University, Japan (2018 – 2021)
👨‍🏫 Senior Lecturer (Gr II) – School of Technology, Faculty of Engineering and Technology, SLTC Research University (2022 – 2024)
🌍 Researcher –
🔹 Improving Access to Science and Technology Higher Education (TEAL 2.0 Project) (2023)
🔹 Project DIGITAsia (Co-funded by Erasmus+ Programme of the European Union) (2025 – Present)
🌿 Center Lead – Sustainable Agriculture and Environmental Research Center (SEARC), SLTC Research University (2022 – Present)
🎓 Senior Student Counselor – SLTC Research University (2023 – Present)
📖 Senior Lecturer (Gr I), Department of Agricultural Science – SLTC Research University (2024 – Present)

🏆 Achievements, Awards & Honors

💻 Diploma in Computer Science – Golden Key Institute, Matara (2009)
📜 Certificate in English for Employment – University of Ruhuna, Matara (2008)
🎼 Initial Grade in Solo Piano – Trinity College London, Matara (1998)
🎶 Music Theory Grade I (Distinction) – Trinity College London, Colombo (1998)
🇯🇵 Proficiency in Japanese – Nagano International Culture College, Japan (2016)

Publication Top Notes:

Relationship between water supply and sugar and Capsaicinoids contents in fruit of chili pepper (Capsicum annuum L.)

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Drought stress induced an increase in the pungency and expression of capsaicinoid biosynthesis genes in chili pepper (Capsicum annuum L.)

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Relationship between salinity stress and the contents of sugar, glutamic acid and capsaicinoids in the fruit of chili pepper (Capsicum spp.)

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Collaborative exploration of plant genetic resources in northern Cambodia, 2018

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Relationship between the soluble solids metric Brix and other traits in Capsicum peppers

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Dr Altyeb Ali Abaker Omer | Designing and Optimizing Sustainable Agrivoltaics for Climate Mitigation | Best Researcher Award

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Dr Altyeb Ali Abaker Omer | Designing and Optimizing Sustainable Agrivoltaics for Climate Mitigation | Best Researcher Award

Associate researcher at Pu’er University Pu’er, China at University of Science and Technology of China.

Dr. Altyeb Ali Abaker Omer is a renowned researcher specializing in agrivoltaic systems, sustainable energy, and agricultural innovation. With extensive expertise in renewable energy integration into agriculture, Dr. Omer has significantly contributed to mitigating food, energy, and water scarcity challenges globally. His work is recognized through numerous publications, presentations, and awards.

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Dr. Altyeb Ali Abaker Omer has demonstrated excellence in research and innovation, particularly in agrivoltaic systems. His groundbreaking studies on the interplay of photovoltaic systems and agriculture have significantly advanced sustainable farming practices. Dr. Omer’s contributions have been widely recognized, with publications in top-tier journals, awards for innovation, and invitations to prestigious international conferences. His commitment to addressing critical environmental and energy issues makes him a strong candidate for any academic or professional accolade.

Education 🎓

  • PhD in Energy Systems
    University of Science and Technology of China (USTC).
  • Specialized training in renewable energy, photovoltaic systems, and climate-resilient agriculture from international workshops and institutions.

Professional Experience

  1. Researcher, University of Science and Technology of China
    • Conducted extensive research on agrivoltaic systems and sustainable energy integration.
    • Published high-impact studies on renewable energy and climate change adaptation.
  2. Speaker and Trainer, Various International Workshops and Conferences
    • Delivered lectures on agrivoltaic systems, waste-to-energy solutions, and solar energy fundamentals.
  3. Consultant, Agricultural and Renewable Energy Projects
    • Advised on implementing solar photovoltaic systems in agricultural settings to enhance productivity and sustainability.

Awards and Recognitions

  • Certificate of Excellence, Certified Peer Reviewer Course, Elsevier Researcher Academy, July 2023.
  • Recognized for Outstanding Contribution at the AgriVoltaics2023 Conference in South Korea.
  • Winner, China-Africa Youth Innovation and Entrepreneurship Competition, November 2022.

Achievements ✨

  • Presented impactful research at global forums, emphasizing sustainable solutions for agriculture and energy challenges.
  • Published high-impact research papers in Q1 journals like Frontiers in Plant Science and World Journal.
  • Developed training programs on photovoltaic systems and climate-resilient agricultural technologies.

Training and Certifications

  • Completed multiple advanced training courses on solar energy systems and renewable energy technologies, including PV Solar Systems Design (2023) and Waste-to-Energy Applications (2022).
  • Certified Peer Reviewer by Elsevier Researcher Academy.

Speaker Engagements 🎤

  • “Improving Coffee Cultivation with Agrivoltaic Systems”, Pu’er College, 2024.
  • “SCAPV: Possibility of Less Irrigation and Higher Productivity”, AgriVoltaics2023.
  • “Novel Agrivoltaic Technology for Food and Energy Challenges”, China-Africa Youth Innovation Competition, 2022.

Publication Top Notes

Designing and Optimizing Sustainable Agrivoltaics for Climate Mitigation

1. Comprehensive Review of Mapping Climate Change Impacts on Tea Cultivation

Authors: Altyeb Ali Abaker Omer, Chun-Hua Zhang, Jie Liu, Zhi-guo Shan
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  • Focuses on the impacts of climate change on tea cultivation through bibliometric and content analysis.
  • Explores adaptation strategies and future directions.
    Published In: Frontiers in Plant Science (JCR Q1, Impact Factor: 4.1)
    Year: 2024
2. Understanding Trends, Influences, Intellectual Structures, and Future Directions in Agrivoltaic Systems Research

Authors: Altyeb Ali Abaker Omer, Zhang, F., Li, M., Zhang, X., Zhao, F., Ma, W., Liu, W.
Notes:

  • Bibliometric and thematic analysis on agrivoltaic systems.
  • Focuses on sustainability, scalability, and future research opportunities.
    Published In: World Journal (JCR Q1, Impact Factor: 2.0)
    Year: 2025
3. SCAPV Creates the Possibility of Less Irrigation and Higher Productivity

Authors: Altyeb Ali Abaker Omer, Wen Liu, Ming Li, et al.
Notes:

  • Explores sustainable crop-agriculture photovoltaic systems.
    Published In: AgriVoltaics Conference Proceedings, Volume 2
    Year: 2024
4. Effects of Agricultural Photovoltaic Systems Development on Sweet Potato Growth

Authors: Altyeb Ali Abaker Omer, Wen Liu, Xin-liang Liu, et al.
Notes:

  • Novel agrivoltaic systems focusing on sweet potato growth and water-food-energy nexus.
    Published In: AgriVoltaics Conference Proceedings, Volume 1
    Year: 2023
5. The Effect of the Novel Agrivoltaic System on Water Evaporation Reduction and Sweet Potato Yield

Authors: Altyeb Ali Abaker Omer, Li Ming, Liu Xinliang, et al.
Notes:

  • Discusses reducing water evaporation and enhancing crop yield.
    Published In: Book Chapter (Springer)
    Year: 2023
6. Water Evaporation Reduction by Agrivoltaic Systems Development

Authors: Altyeb Ali Abaker Omer, Wen Liu, Ming Li, et al.
Notes:

  • Highlights the efficiency of agrivoltaic systems in water conservation.
    Published In: Solar Energy Journal (JCR Q2, Impact Factor: 6.1)
    Year: 2022
7. Water Evaporation Reduction Using Sunlight Splitting Technology

Authors: Altyeb Ali Abaker Omer, Ming Li, Wen Liu, et al.
Notes:

  • Integrates sunlight splitting technology with agrivoltaics.
    Published In: Agronomy Journal (JCR Q1, Impact Factor: 3.3)
    Year: 2023
8. Ultra-thin Silicon Wafers Fabrication and Inverted Pyramid Texturing

Authors: Altyeb Ali Abaker Omer, Zudong He, et al.
Notes:

  • Discusses advanced silicon wafer manufacturing techniques.
    Published In: Silicon Journal (SJR Q3, Impact Factor: 2.8)
    Year: 2020
9. Nano-Texturing of Single Crystalline Silicon via Cu-Catalyzed Chemical Etching

Authors: Altyeb Ali Abaker Omer, H. B. Mohamed Balh, et al.
Notes:

  • Investigates nano-texturing in photovoltaic applications.
    Published In: International Journal of Energy and Environmental Engineering (JCR Q4, Impact Factor: 1.9)
    Year: 2020
10. Nano-Texturing of Silicon Wafers via One-Step Copper-Assisted Chemical Etching

Authors: Altyeb Ali Abaker Omer, Y. Yang, et al.
Notes:

  • Examines one-step chemical etching for silicon wafer improvements.
    Published In: Silicon Journal (JCR Q2, Impact Factor: 2.8)
    Year: 2019

Prof Dr Yonas Bahta | Agricultural Economics | Best Researcher Award

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Prof Dr Yonas Bahta | Agricultural Economics | Best Researcher Award

Professor at University of the Free state; Department of Agricultural Economics, South Africa

Full Professor Yonas Tesfamariam Bahta, born on June 28, 1972, in Eritrea, is an esteemed researcher and educator in Agricultural Economics at the University of the Free State, South Africa. With over 28 years of experience in academia and international organizations, he specializes in economic analysis, modeling, and food security. He is dedicated to mentoring future leaders in the field.

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Academic Background🎓

  • PhD in Agricultural Economics
    University of the Free State, South Africa (2007)
  • MSc with Distinction in Agricultural Economics
    University of the Free State, South Africa (2004)
  • BSc in Agricultural Economics
    Alemya University of Agriculture, Ethiopia (1994)

Professional Experience🏢

  • Full Professor (2024 – Present)
    Department of Agricultural Economics, University of the Free State

    • Responsibilities include teaching, mentoring, and conducting research.
  • Associate Professor (2021 – 2023)
    Department of Agricultural Economics, University of the Free State
  • Senior Researcher/Lecturer (2018 – 2020)
    Department of Agricultural Economics, University of the Free State
  • Researcher (2014 – 2017)
    Department of Agricultural Economics, University of the Free State
  • Consultant (2009 – 2011)
    Various organizations, focusing on agricultural performance analysis

Research Interests🔍

  • Applied development economics
  • Economic modeling (SAM-CGE, I-O models)
  • Food security and saving mobilization
  • Trade analysis and policy evaluation
  • Socioeconomic analysis and forecasting

 Achievements🏆

  • NRF C2 rating and ranked in the top 2% of researchers globally (2024).
  • Published over 82 peer-reviewed articles and received multiple awards for research output.
  • Supervised over 35 postgraduate students, with numerous accolades for student performance.

Skills📈

  • Proficient in econometric software (GAMS, Stata, SPSS).
  • Strong quantitative and qualitative research skills.
  • Expertise in research methodology and proposal writing.

Publication Top Notes📝

  • Musara, J.P., Bahta, Y.T., Mapuranga, R., Musiniwa, F., Abu Hatab, A., & Owusu‑Sekyere, E. (2024). Agriculture and Food Security.
  • Bahta, Y.T., & Nyaki, S.A. (2024). Hydrology.
  • Pfunzo, R., Bahta, Y.T., & Jordaan, H. (2024). Data.
  • Pfunzo, R., Bahta, Y.T., & Jordaan, H. (2024). Agriculture.
  • Monteiro, M.A., Bahta, Y.T., & Jordaan, H. (2024). Water.
  • Kotze, H.C., Qotoyi, M.S.M.A., Bahta, Y.T., Jordaan, H., & Monteiro, M.A. (2024). Resources.
  • Pilane, P.M., Jordaan, H., & Bahta, Y.T. (2024). Hydrology.
  • Ume, C., & Bahta, Y.T. (2024). Organic Agriculture.
  • von Maltitz, L., & Bahta, Y.T. (2024). Frontiers in Public Health.
  • Mokati, J.T.W., Ncube, A., & Bahta, Y.T. (2024). Journal of Asian and African Studies.
  • Marais, M., Jordaan, H., Lombard, W.A., & Bahta, Y.T. (2024). AIMS Agriculture and Food.
  • Muhame, C., Ncube, A., & Bahta, Y.T. (2024). Jàmbá: Journal of Disaster Risk Studies.
  • Muhame, C., Ncube, A., & Bahta, Y.T. (2023). Journal of Sustainability Research.
  • von Maltitz, L., & Bahta, Y.T. (2023). Data in Brief.
  • Bahta, Y.T., & Lombard, W.A. (2023). Atmosphere.
  • Bahta, Y.T., & Mbai, S. (2023). Resources.
  • Bahta, Y.T., & Musara, J.P. (2023). Climate.
  • van den Heever, M.J.J., Lombard, W.A., Bahta, Y.T., & Maré, F.A. (2023). Agriculture.
  • Myeki, L.W., Matthews, N., & Bahta, Y.T. (2023). Sustainability.
  • Mare, F., & Bahta, Y.T. (2023). AIMS Agriculture and Food.
  • Nohamba, S., Musara, J.P., Bahta, Y.T., & Ogundeji, A.A. (2022). Agriculture.
  • Bahta, Y.T., & Musara, J.P. (2022). Land.
  • Abafe, E.A., Bahta, Y.T., & Jordaan, H. (2022). Sustainability.
  • Myeki, L.W., Bahta, Y.T., & Matthews, N. (2022). Agriculture.
  • Bahta, Y.T. (2022). Scientific African.
  • Ncube, A., & Bahta, Y.T. (2022). Journal of International Migration and Integration.

 

 

Prof Xiaosong Tian | Agricultural environmental protection | Best Researcher Award

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Prof Xiaosong Tian | Agricultural environmental protection | Best Researcher Award

Associate professor at Chongqing vocational institute of engineering, China

Xiaosong Tian is an associate professor at Chongqing Vocational Institute of Engineering, with significant contributions to agricultural environmental protection. He serves on various professional committees and editorial boards, driving research and innovation in eco-environmental fields.

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Professional Experience💼 

From 2011 to 2018, he worked at the Chongqing Institute of Geology and Mineral Resources and the China Merchants Chongqing Transportation Research and Design Institute, contributing significantly to ecological and environmental protection projects.

Research Interests🔬

His main research areas include agroecological environment protection, restoration of heavy metal-polluted farmland, and sustainable development of selenium-rich functional agriculture.

Technical Skills🛠️

Xiaosong has expertise in environmental remediation, biochar applications, and the analysis of heavy metal uptake in crops, supported by his work on over 100 consultancy projects.

Upcoming Projects📈

He is currently leading ongoing research funded by the Natural Science Foundation of Chongqing and the Science and Technology Research Key Program of the Chongqing Municipal Education Commission.

Awards and Honors🏆

Xiaosong’s research has led to multiple awards, and he has six patents authorized, with two additional patents in process. His work is widely recognized, having been cited 141 times on ResearchGate.

Publication Top Notes📄

  • Evolutionary Trend Analysis of Agricultural Non-Point Source Pollution Load in Chongqing
    Journal: Agronomy
    Year: 2024
  • Analysis of Evolving Carbon Stock Trends and Influencing Factors in Chongqing under Future Scenarios
    Journal: Land
    Year: 2024
  • Evolving Trends and Influencing Factors of the Rural Green Development Level in Chongqing
    Journal: Land
    Year: 2023
  • Response of Methylmercury in Paddy Soil and Paddy Rice to Pristine Biochar: A Meta-Analysis and Environmental Implications
    Journal: Ecotoxicology and Environmental Safety
    Year: 2023
  • A New Insight into the Role of Iron Plaque in Arsenic and Cadmium Accumulation in Rice (Oryza sativa L.) Roots
    Journal: Ecotoxicology and Environmental Safety
    Year: 2023
  • Identification of Heavy Metal Pollutants and Their Sources in Farmland: An Integrated Approach of Risk Assessment and X-ray Fluorescence Spectrometry
    Journal: Scientific Reports
    Year: 2022
  • Simultaneous Adsorption of As(III) and Cd(II) by Ferrihydrite-Modified Biochar in Aqueous Solution and Their Mutual Effects
    Journal: Scientific Reports
    Year: 2022
  • Role of the Rhizosphere of a Flooding-Tolerant Herb in Promoting Mercury Methylation in Water-Level Fluctuation Zones
    Journal: Journal of Environmental Sciences
    Year: 2022
  • Risk Identification of Heavy Metals in Agricultural Soils from a Typically High Cd Geological Background Area in Upper Reaches of the Yangtze River
    Journal: Bulletin of Environmental Contamination and Toxicology
    Year: 2022
  • Mercury in Human Hair and Its Implications for Health Investigation
    Journal: Current Opinion in Environmental Science & Health
    Year: 2021
  • Total Mercury and Methylmercury in Human Hair and Food: Implications for the Exposure and Health Risk to Residents in the Three Gorges Reservoir Region, China
    Journal: Environmental Pollution
    Year: 2021
  • Does Biochar Inhibit the Bioavailability and Bioaccumulation of As and Cd in Co-Contaminated Soils? A Meta-Analysis
    Journal: Science of The Total Environment
    Year: 2021
  • Spatial Distribution of As and Cd in Co-Contaminated Soils Within the Rice Root Microzone
    Journal: Bulletin of Environmental Contamination and Toxicology
    Year: 2021