Assist Prof Dr. Parastoo Majidian | Agricultural Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Assist Prof Dr. Parastoo Majidian | Agricultural Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Crop and Horticultural Science Research Department at Agricultural Sciences, Agricultural Research, Education and Extension Organization, Iran

Parastoo Majidian is an assistant professor at the Crop and Horticultural Science Research Department of the Mazandaran Agricultural and Natural Resources Research and Education Center in Sari, Iran. She was born on June 7, 1984, and is Iranian.

Professional Profiles:

Education:

Dr. Parastoo Majidian completed her Ph.D. in Plant Breeding-Genetic Engineering and Molecular Genetics from the Department of Plant Breeding at Sari University of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources, Iran, from 2012 to 2016. Her Ph.D. program comprised 2 years of a taught program, followed by a comprehensive examination and 2 years of research work. She achieved a GPA of 17.56 out of 20, ranking third among five students. Her thesis, titled “Evaluation of artificial regulation system in Bacillus subtilis in order to transcriptional control,” earned a score of 19.70 out of 20 under the supervision of Prof. Dr. H. Najafi Zarini and Prof. Dr. K.I. Yoshida. Earlier, she obtained her M.Sc. in Agricultural Engineering-Plant Biotechnology from the same university, following a similar program structure from 2009 to 2011. She secured a GPA of 17.46 out of 20 and her thesis on “Evaluation of genetic diversity of some apricot cultivars and genotypes using SSR and AFLP markers” received a score of 19.90 out of 20. Prof. Dr. H. Najafi Zarini and Prof. Dr. M. Zeinalabedini supervised her during this period. Dr. Majidian began her academic journey with a B.Sc. in Plant Pathology from the Department of Plant Sciences, University of Mazandaran, Babolsar, Iran, from 2003 to 2007, achieving a GPA of 16.38 out of 20.

Skills:

Dr. Parastoo Majidian is proficient in a range of molecular biology techniques, including PCR and primer designing, qRT-PCR, cDNA synthesis, and agarose gel electrophoresis. She is also experienced in statistical genomics software such as Gcluto, NTSYS, Splitstree, xlstat, genalex, power marker, Oligo7, structure, tassel, and microsatellite toolkit. Her expertise extends to genetic engineering techniques, including the isolation and purification of nucleic acids, isolation of chromosomes, nucleic acid blotting techniques, DNA sequencing, alternative methods of DNA sequencing, chemical synthesis of DNA, bacterial culture, and genetic transformation. In the field of proteomics, Dr. Majidian is skilled in high-quality protein extraction and purification, Bradford assay, SDS-PAGE, and spectrophotometric enzyme assay. She is also well-versed in various plant breeding techniques such as backcrossing or introgression breeding, inbreeding, hybrid breeding, measurement of quantitative and qualitative traits, selection with molecular markers in plant breeding, quantitative trait loci localization, genetic engineering, and applying abiotic stress at field or greenhouse conditions. Additionally, she is knowledgeable in plant physiology techniques including enzyme assays such as antioxidants enzyme activity and metabolite content measurement assay.

Teaching Experience:

At the University of Payam Noor and Sana Institute of Higher Education, Dr. Parastoo Majidian has completed courses covering a wide range of subjects in biotechnology, genetic engineering, biochemistry, statistics, genetic biometric, plant physiology, plant breeding, bioinformatics, plant tissue culture, molecular genetics, and advanced molecular genetics. She has also studied plant breeding for resistance to biotic and abiotic stresses, as well as plant diseases caused by bacteria, viruses, and fungi. Additionally, Dr. Majidian has participated in several workshops, including “The Agronomy and Principles of Camelina Cultivation” in winter 2021, “The Principles of Soybean Cultivation and Its Breeding” in spring 2021, “The Principles of Soybean Cultivation and Nutrition 1&2” in spring 2021, “Soybean Cultivation After Wheat Harvest 1&2” in summer 2021, and “The Importance of Soybean Cultivation” in spring 2023. These workshops have provided her with practical knowledge and hands-on experience in various aspects of agriculture and crop cultivation.

Honors and Achievements:

Dr. Parastoo Majidian has achieved several honors and accomplishments throughout her career. She successfully obtained a research grant from the Ministry of Science, Research, and Technology for a sabbatical leave, which allowed her to work as a researcher at the Department of Agrobioscience, Graduate School of Agricultural Science, Kobe University, Kobe, Japan, from 2014 to 2015. Prior to this, she worked as a researcher at the Department of System Biology, Agricultural Biotechnology Research Institute of Iran (ABRII), Mahdasht Road, Karaj, Iran, from 2009 to 2011. Dr. Majidian is a member of several prestigious societies, including the Iranian Genetic Society, the Iranian Biotechnology Society, and the Iranian Agronomy and Plant Breeding Society. These memberships reflect her commitment to advancing knowledge and research in the field of genetics, biotechnology, agronomy, and plant breeding.

 Publications:

  1. 🌿 Metabolic engineering of microorganisms for biofuel production
    • Authors: P Majidian, M Tabatabaei, M Zeinolabedini, MP Naghshbandi, Y Chisti
    • Journal: Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews
    • Citations: 147
    • Year: 2018
  2. 🌱 Stevia rebaudiana Bertoni responses to salt stress and chitosan elicitor
    • Authors: ZA Mahyar Gerami, Parastoo Majidian, Akram Ghorbanpour
    • Journal: Physiology and Molecular Biology of Plant
    • Citations: 42
    • Year: 2020
  3. 🌼 Saffron (Crocus sativus L.), a monomorphic or polymorphic species?
    • Authors: Z Nemati, M Mardi, P Majidian, M Zeinalabedini, SM Pirseyedi, …
    • Journal: Spanish Journal of Agricultural Research
    • Citations: 25
    • Year: 2014
  4. 🍑 Molecular variability and genetic relationship and structure of Iranian Prunus rootstocks revealed by SSR and AFLP markers
    • Authors: M Zeinalabedini, J Dezhampour, P Majidian, M Khakzad, BM Zanjani, …
    • Journal: Scientia Horticulturae
    • Citations: 15
    • Year: 2014
  5. 🌳 Integration of molecular and geographical data analysis of Iranian Prunus scoparia populations in order to assess genetic diversity and conservation planning
    • Authors: PMG Mehrshad Zeinalabedini, Parastoo Majidian, Reyhaneh Ashori, Ameneh …
    • Journal: Scientia Horticulturae
    • Citations: 9
    • Year: 2019
  6. ❄️ Assessment of Iranian apricot cultivars resistant, susceptible and mutant to late spring frost
    • Authors: Z Nazemi, M Zeinolabedini, MT Hallajian, N Bouzari, P Majidian, …
    • Journal: JOURNAL OF PLANT MOLECULAR BREEDING
    • Citations: 9
    • Year: 2016
  7. 🌸 Identification of self-compatibility and self-incompatibility genotypes in almond and some Prunus species using molecular markers.
    • Authors: M Zeinolabedini, MK Nekoee, AI Iman, P Majidian
    • Journal: Seed and Plant Improvement Journal
    • Citations: 8
    • Year: 2012
  8. 🧫 Bacillus subtilis GntR regulation modified to devise artificial transient induction systems
    • Authors: P Majidian, J Kuse, K Tanaka, H Najafi, M Zeinalabedini, S Takenaka, …
    • Journal: The Journal of General and Applied Microbiology
    • Citations: 7
    • Year: 2016
  9. 🌿 Commercial Iranian olive cultivars: morphological traits, molecular diversity, and genetic structure
    • Authors: M Mardi, M Zeinalabedini, SM Mousavi-Derazmahalleh, AA Zeinanloo, …
    • Journal: The Journal of Horticultural Science and Biotechnology
    • Citations: 5
    • Year: 2016
  10. 🍇 First report of a set of genetic identities in Prunus rootstocks by SSR markers
    • Authors: M Zeinalabedini, P Majidian, J Dezhampour, M Khakzad, M Farsi
    • Journal: JOURNAL OF PLANT MOLECULAR BREEDING
    • Citations: 4
    • Year: 2016

 

Mr. Sairoel Finecomess | Optimization of Mobile Robot | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Sairoel Finecomess | Optimization of Mobile Robot | Best Researcher Award

PHD candidate student at Optimization of Mobile Robot, Peter the great saint peterburg polytechnic university, Ethiopia

👨‍🎓He remarkable academic journey, extensive research contributions, and dedication to the field of psychology are truly commendable. Your wealth of knowledge and diverse skill set reflect a deep commitment to understanding and addressing critical issues such as bullying, inclusion, and socialization.

🔬 He successful completion of a PhD in Psychology, along with the numerous advanced courses and workshops, showcases your continuous pursuit of excellence and expertise in your field.

🏆 The awards and recognitions, including the First Place in the Poster Award at the University of Stavanger, underscore the impact of your research and the high regard it holds in the academic community.

Professional Profiles:

Background:

Felipe is interested in mechatronics engineering, an interdisciplinary field combining mechanical, electrical, and computer engineering. He was born in Mizan Aman, Ethiopia, on August 30, 1990. For his education, he attended Mizan 2 and Mizan 1 for elementary and primary education from 2002 to 2010. From 2011 to 2013, he attended Mizan Aman High School and Addis Ababa Bright Future for his high school education. Felipe holds a five-year Bachelor of Science degree in Electromechanical (Mechatronics) Engineering from Hawassa University, obtained in 2016, and a Master of Science degree in Mechatronics Engineering from Addis Ababa Science and Technology University, earned in 2019. Currently, Felipe is a doctoral candidate at Peter the Great Saint Petersburg Polytechnic University in Saint Petersburg, Russia. 📚

Work Experience:

Felipe worked as an Assistant Lecturer from October 20, 2016, to October 25, 2017, and as a Lecturer from October 10, 2019, to October 15, 2022, at Mizan Tepi University, Tepi, Ethiopia. 🏫

Personal Skills:

Felipe is fluent in English and has conducted research and peer review work in science. 🌍

Recent Work:

Felipe’s recent work includes optimizing the performance of wheeled mobile robots for use in agriculture, utilizing an Internet of Things (IoT) device for intelligent control in agriculture, hybridized renewable energy for smart vehicle-to-grid (V2G) systems, assessing smart mechatronics applications in agriculture, optimizing automobile active suspension systems, analyzing a coffee husk fired cogeneration plant in South Western Ethiopia coffee processing industries, and designing a fuzzy-based proportional-integral-derivative controller for elbow-forearm rehabilitation robots. 🤖

Publications:

  • Analysis of a coffee husk fired cogeneration plant in South Western Ethiopia coffee processing industries
    • Authors: S Amertet, Y Mitiku, G Belete
    • Year: 2021
    • Citations: 11
    • Journal: Low Carbon Economy 12 (1), 42-62
  • Quarter car active suspension system design using optimal and robust control method
    • Author: M Jibril
    • Year: 2020
    • Citations: 10
  • Optimization of automobile active suspension system using minimal order
    • Authors: SA Finecomes, FL Gebre, AM Mesene, S Abebaw
    • Year: 2022
    • Citations: 3
    • Journal: International Journal of Electrical and Computer Engineering (IJECE) 12 (3)
  • Design of optimal linear quadratic regulator (LQR) control for full car active suspension system using reduced order
    • Author: S Amertet
    • Year: 2019
    • Citations: 3
    • Source: National Academic Digital Repository of Ethiopia
  • Assessment of Smart Mechatronics Applications in Agriculture: A Review
    • Authors: S Amertet, G Gebresenbet, HM Alwan, KO Vladmirovna
    • Year: 2023
    • Citations: 2
    • Journal: Applied Science 13 (7315), 20
  • Position control of a solenoid based linearly movable armature system using robust control technique
    • Authors: M Jibril, M Tadese, E Alemayehu
    • Year: 2020
    • Citations: 2
  • Modelling Design and Control of an Electromechanical Mass Lifting System using Optimal and Robust control Method
    • Authors: M Jibril, M Tadese, E Alemayehu
    • Year: 2020
    • Citations: 2
  • Design and analysis of fuzzy based proportional-integral-derivative controller for elbow-forearm rehabilitation robot
    • Authors: A Addisie, R Weldegiorgis, S Amertet
    • Year: 2020
    • Citations: 1
    • Journal: International Journal of Image, Graphics and Signal Processing 12 (4), 47-63
  • Optimizing the performance of a wheeled mobile robots for use in agriculture using a linear-quadratic regulator
    • Authors: S Amertet, G Gebresenbet, HM Alwan
    • Year: 2024
    • Source: Robotics and Autonomous Systems, 104642
  • Utilizing an Internet of Things (IoT) Device, Intelligent Control Design, and Simulation for an Agricultural System
    • Authors: HMA Sairoel Amertet Finecomess, Girma Gebresenbet
    • Year: 2024
    • Journal: Internet of Things 5 (1), 21

 

 

Prof Dr. Dalva Paulus | Plant production

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🎉🏆 Congratulations, Prof Dr. Dalva Paulus, on Your Outstanding Achievement as the Best Researcher! 🏆🎉
Prof Dr. Dalva Paulus: Leading Researcher in Plant production

Congratulations, Prof Dr. Dalva Paulus, on winning the esteemed Best Researcher Award from Sciencefather! Your dedication, innovative research, and scholarly contributions have truly made a significant impact in your field. Your commitment to advancing knowledge and pushing the boundaries of research is commendable. Here’s to your continued success in shaping the future of academia and making invaluable contributions to your field. Well done!

Prof Dr. Dalva Paulus, a distinguished academic and researcher in the field of renewable energy, holds a Professor and researcher in the postgraduate program in agroecosystems from Universidade Tecnológica Federal do Paraná, Brazil. His academic journey has been marked by a profound dedication to advancing solar energy technologies, specifically in solar thermal harvesting and its integration into agricultural and architectural applications.

Professional Profiles:

Dalva Paulus – Currículo Resumido

Endereço Profissional: Universidade Tecnológica Federal do Paraná – Campus Dois Vizinhos Estrada para Boa Esperança Km 04 – Comunidade São Cristóvão Interior 85660000 – Dois Vizinhos, PR – Brasil Telefone: (46) 35368402

Formação Acadêmica:

  • Doutorado em Agronomia (2006 – 2008):
    • Universidade de São Paulo, USP, Brasil.
    • Título: Produção, qualidade, parâmetros fisiológicos e bioquímicos de alface sob hidroponia com águas salinas.
    • Orientador: Durval Dourado Neto.
    • Bolsista do Conselho Nacional de Desenvolvimento Científico e Tecnológico, CNPq, Brasil.
  • Mestrado em Agronomia (2002 – 2004):
    • Universidade Federal de Santa Maria, UFSM, Brasil.
    • Título: Produção, Teor e Qualidade de Óleo Essencial de Menta em Hidroponia e a Campo.
    • Orientador: Sandro Luís Peter Medeiros.
    • Bolsista da Coordenação de Aperfeiçoamento de Pessoal de Nível Superior, CAPES, Brasil.
  • Graduação em Agronomia (1996 – 2001):
    • Universidade Federal de Santa Maria, UFSM, Brasil.
    • Bolsista da Fundação de Amparo à Pesquisa do Estado do Rio Grande do Sul, FAPERGS, Brasil.

Atuação Profissional:

  • Professora da Universidade Tecnológica Federal do Paraná – Campus Dois Vizinhos.
  • Responsável pelo laboratório de horticultura e unidade de ensino e pesquisa de olericultura e plantas medicinais.

Vínculos Institucionais:

  1. Servidor Público (2008 – Atual) – Dedicação exclusiva.
  2. Responsável pelo Laboratório de Horticultura (2011 – Atual) – Carga horária: 20 horas.
  3. Colaborador (2008 – Atual) – Professora, Dedicação exclusiva.
  4. Professora Substituta Colégio (2004 – 2006) – Professora de Ensino de 1º e 2º grau, carga horária: 0.

Atividades Desenvolvidas:

  • Ministra disciplinas de Olericultura, Irrigação, Agricultura, Administração Rural.
  • Experiência nas áreas de ecofisiologia de cultivos protegidos, aproveitamento de águas residuárias e propagação de plantas medicinais.

Projetos de Pesquisa Atuais (2022 – Atual):

  • CULTURA DO LÚPULO: PROPAGAÇÃO VEGETATIVA, EFEITO DA SUPLEMENTAÇÃO LUMINOSA NOS ASPECTOS AGRONÔMICOS, PRODUTIVIDADE, RENDIMENTO E COMPOSIÇÃO QUÍMICA DO ÓLEO ESSENCIAL DE DIFERENTES CULTIVARES.
    • Pesquisa sobre a propagação vegetativa do lúpulo e seus aspectos agronômicos.
    • Experimentos realizados na Universidade Tecnológica Federal do Paraná – Campus Dois Vizinhos.