Anwar Adem | Land | Best Researcher Award

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Assist Prof Dr Anwar Adem |  Land  |  Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor of Hydrology and Water Resources at  Bahir Dar University, Ethiopia

Dr. Anwar Adem holds a B.Sc. in Meteorology from Arba Minch University and M.Sc. and Ph.D. degrees in Hydrology and Integrated Water Management from Bahir Dar University. His expertise extends to hydrology, GIS, remote sensing, data science, and machine learning. Dr. Adem has contributed significantly to meteorology and water resource engineering, with extensive experience through various roles including a meteorologist at the National Meteorological Institute of Ethiopia and a senior water resource engineer at Competence Design and Supervision Works Enterprise.

Profile:

🔬 Research and Innovations:

Dr. Adem’s research focuses on climatological and hydrological studies, water quality monitoring, land and water management, and GIS applications. Key projects include:

  • 2024: Hydro(Agro)-Meteorological Drought Monitoring (French Ministry of Europe and Foreign Affairs)
  • 2024: SESWME Project for Soil and Water Management (German Ministry of Research and Education)
  • 2023: Effects of Soil and Water Conservation Practices (Global Minds Research Fellowship, University of Ghent)

📈 Citation Index:

  • SCI: 383 Citations, h-index 9
  • Scopus: 538 Citations, h-index 12
  • ResearchGate: 820 Citations, h-index 14
  • Google Scholar: 890 Citations, h-index 14

🏆 Awards and Fellowships:

  • MOPGA Visiting Fellowship Award
  • Coimbra Group Research Fellowship
  • Global Minds Research Fellowship
  • USAID – ILSSI Project Fellowship
  • CARE Ethiopian Fund for SWEEP Project

Publication Top Notes:

  • Assessment of Soil Erosion Using RUSLE, GIS, and Remote Sensing in NW Ethiopia
    M Zerihun, MS Mohammedyasin, D Sewnet, AA Adem, M Lakew
    Geoderma Regional, 12, 83-90 (2018)
    188 Citations
  • Comparison of Rainfall Estimations by TRMM 3B42, MPEG, and CFSR with Ground-Observed Data for the Lake Tana Basin in Ethiopia
    AW Worqlul, B Maathuis, AA Adem, SS Demissie, S Langan, …
    Hydrology and Earth System Sciences, 18 (12), 4871-4881 (2014)
    166 Citations
  • Impact of Climate Change on Streamflow Hydrology in Headwater Catchments of the Upper Blue Nile Basin, Ethiopia
    AW Worqlul, YT Dile, EK Ayana, J Jeong, AA Adem, T Gerik
    Water, 10 (2), 120 (2018)
    105 Citations
  • Identification of Erosion Hotspot Area Using GIS and MCE Technique for Koga Watershed in the Upper Blue Nile Basin, Ethiopia
    TT Assefa, MK Jha, SA Tilahun, E Yetbarek, AA Adem, A Wale
    American Journal of Environmental Sciences, 11 (4), 245 (2015)
    59 Citations
  • Climate Change Impact on Sediment Yield in the Upper Gilgel Abay Catchment, Blue Nile Basin, Ethiopia
    AA Adem, SA Tilahun, EK Ayana, AW Worqlul, TT Assefa, SB Dessu, …
    Landscape Dynamics, Soils and Hydrological Processes in Varied Climates, 615-644 (2016)
    47 Citations
  • Evaluating InVEST Model for Estimating Soil Loss and Sediment Export in Data Scarce Regions of the Abbay (Upper Blue Nile) Basin: Implications for Land Managers
    T Gashaw, A Bantider, G Zeleke, T Alamirew, W Jemberu, AW Worqlul, …
    Environmental Challenges, 5, 100381 (2021)
    42 Citations
  • Climate Change Projections in the Upper Gilgel Abay River Catchment, Blue Nile Basin Ethiopia
    AA Adem, AM Melesse, SA Tilahun, SG Setegn, EK Ayana, A Wale, …
    Nile River Basin: Ecohydrological Challenges, Climate Change and … (2014)
    40 Citations
  • Climate Change Impact on Stream Flow in the Upper Gilgel Abay Catchment, Blue Nile Basin, Ethiopia
    AA Adem, SA Tilahun, EK Ayana, AW Worqlul, TT Assefa, SB Dessu, …
    Landscape Dynamics, Soils and Hydrological Processes in Varied Climates, 645-673 (2016)
    33 Citations
  • Identification of Soil Erosion Hot-Spot Areas for Prioritization of Conservation Measures Using the SWAT Model in Ribb Watershed, Ethiopia
    BF Admas, T Gashaw, AA Adem, AW Worqlul, YT Dile, E Molla
    Resources, Environment and Sustainability, 8, 100059 (2022)
    26 Citations
  • Predicting Reference Evaporation for the Ethiopian Highlands
    AA Adem, DW Aynalem, SA Tilahun, TS Steenhuis
    Journal of Water Resource and Protection, 9 (11), 1244-1269 (2017)
    24 Citations
  • Exclosures Improve Degraded Landscapes in the Sub-Humid Ethiopian Highlands: The Ferenj Wuha Watershed
    AA Adem, W Mekuria, Y Belay, SA Tilahun, TS Steenhuis
    Journal of Environmental Management, 270, 110802 (2020)
    22 Citations
  • Spatial and Temporal Variability of Soil Loss in Gully Erosion in Upper Blue Nile Basin, Ethiopia
    A Bogale, D Aynalem, A Adem, W Mekuria, S Tilahun
    Applied Water Science, 10 (5), 1-8 (2020)
    18 Citations
  • Hydrogeology of Volcanic Highlands Affects Prioritization of Land Management Practices
    AA Adem, GG Addis, DW Aynalem, SA Tilahun, W Mekuria, M Azeze, …
    Water, 12 (10), 2702 (2020)
    16 Citations
  • Assessing Digital Soil Inventories for Predicting Streamflow in the Headwaters of the Blue Nile
    AA Adem, YT Dile, AW Worqlul, EK Ayana, SA Tilahun, TS Steenhuis
    Hydrology, 7 (1), 8 (2020)
    15 Citations
  • Assessment of Soil Erosion Using RUSLE, GIS, and Remote Sensing in NW Ethiopia
    M Zerihun, MS Mohammedyasin, D Sewnet, AA Adem, M Lakew
    Geoderma Regional, 12, 83–90 (2018)
    14 Citations
  • Comparison of TRMM, MPEG, and CFSR Rainfall Estimation with the Ground Observed Data for the Lake Tana Basin, Ethiopia
    AW Worqlul, B Maathuis, AA Adem, SS Demissie, S Langan, …
    Hydrology and Earth System Sciences Discuss, 11, 8013-8038 (2014)
    13 Citations
  • Ecological Status as the Basis for the Holistic Environmental Flow Assessment of a Tropical Highland River in Ethiopia
    WB Abebe, SA Tilahun, MM Moges, A Wondie, MG Dersseh, WW Assefa, …
    Water, 13 (14), 1913 (2021)
    10 Citations

 

 

Abdelraouf Ramadan | water management | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Abdelraouf Ramadan | water management | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. of Agricultural Engineering at Cairo University, Egypt

Prof. Dr. Abdelraouf Ramadan is a distinguished Professor of Agricultural Engineering and Water Management at the National Research Centre, Dokki, Giza, Egypt. With extensive expertise in agricultural mechanization, environmental engineering, and water management, he has made significant contributions to the field through both research and practical applications.

Profile:

Educational Background:

  • Ph.D. in Soil and Water Engineering, Cairo University, Egypt (2009)
  • M.Sc. in Agricultural Sciences, Cairo University, Egypt (2003)
  • B.Sc. in Agricultural Sciences, Tanta University, Egypt (1997)
  • Diploma in Remote Sensing and GIS, Ain Shams University, Egypt (2013)
  • Postdoctoral studies on sustainable water management in dry areas, Centre for Ecology and Hydrology, UK (2015)

Professional Experience:

  • Environment and Natural Resources
  • Agricultural Engineering Systems
  • Pressurized and Surface Irrigation Systems
  • Farm Drainage
  • Ground Water Constructions
  • Irrigation and Drainage Systems Design and Operation
  • Pumping and Pumps
  • Surface and Ground Water Hydrology
  • Soil Water Plant Relations
  • Plane Survey
  • Hydraulics
  • Engineering Drawing

Research Interests:

  • Agricultural mechanization
  • Environmental engineering
  • Water management and irrigation systems
  • Sustainable water productivity techniques
  • Remote sensing and GIS in agriculture
  • Use of non-traditional water resources
  • Renewable energy systems in agriculture
  • Soilless and hydroponic farming
  • Green building technology

Awards:

  • Excellence in Research Outputs at the National Research Centre, Egypt (2012, 2013, 2014)
  • Honoring at the Middle East Green Building Summit (2014)
  • Honoring at the Middle East Waste Management Summit (2015)
  • Eksheda Prize for Agricultural Engineering (2017)
  • Best Paper Award from the International Commission on Irrigation and Drainage (2018)
  • Shortlisted for the Newton Prize (2020)

Publication Top Notes:

  • Suliman, A. El-R. E., El-D. Nassr, G., Baiomy, M. A., & Abdelraouf, R. E. (2004). Development of Cutting Knives in Crop Residues Shredder. Modern Technology in Agric. Eng. Researches and Application, The 12th Conference of Miser Society of Agricultural Engineering, 4-5 October 2004, pp. 381-396.
  • Suliman, A. El-R. E., El-D. Nassr, G., Baiomy, M. A., & Abdelraouf, R. E. (2008). Study of Some Engineering Factors Concerning the Performance of the Affecting Tool in Crop Residues Shredder. The 16th Conference of Miser Society of Agricultural Engineering, 7-8 October 2008, pp. 85-101.
  • Bakeer, G. A. A., El-Ebabi, F. G., El-Saidi, M. T., & Abdelraouf, R. E. (2009). Effect of Pulse Drip Irrigation on Yield and Water Use Efficiency of Potato Crop under Organic Agriculture in Sandy Soils. Misr J. Agricultural Engineering, 26(2), pp. 736-765.
  • El-Saidi, M. T., Kassab, O. M., Okasha, S. A., & Abdelraouf, R. E. (2010). Effect of Drip Irrigation Systems, Water Regimes, and Irrigation Frequency on Growth and Quality of Potato under Organic Agriculture in Sandy Soils. Australian Journal of Basic and Applied Sciences, 4(9), pp. 4131-4141.
  • Refaie, K. M., Hassanein, M. K. K., & Abdelraouf, R. E. (2012). Response of Some Cantaloupe Hybrids to Water Stress. New York Science Journal, 5(8). Available at: http://www.sciencepub.net/newyork.
  • Bakry, A. B., Abdelraouf, R. E., Ahmed, M. A., & El Karamany, M. F. (2012). Effect of Drought Stress and Ascorbic Acid Foliar Application on Productivity and Irrigation Water Use Efficiency of Wheat under Newly Reclaimed Sandy Soil. Journal of Applied Sciences Research, 8(8), pp. 4552-4558.
  • Abdelraouf, R. E., & Abuarab, M. E. (2012). Effect of Irrigation Frequency under Hand Move Lateral and Solid Set Sprinkler Irrigation on Water Use Efficiency and Yield of Wheat. Journal of Applied Sciences Research, 8(11), pp. 5445-5458.
  • Abdelraouf, R. E., Refaie, K. M., & Hegab, I. A. (2013). Effect of Drip Lines Spacing and Adding Compost on the Yield and Irrigation Water Use Efficiency of Wheat Grown under Sandy Soil Conditions. Journal of Applied Sciences Research, 9(2), pp. 1116-1125.
  • Hozayn, M., Abd El Monem, A. A., Abdelraouf, R. E., & Abdalla, M. M. (2013). Do Magnetic Water Affect Water Use Efficiency, Quality and Yield of Sugar Beet (Beta Vulgaris L.) Plant Under Arid Regions Conditions? Journal of Agronomy, 34, pp. 1-10.
  • Abdelraouf, R. E., Bakry, A. B., & Taha, M. H. (2013). Effect of Pulse Drip Irrigation and Mulching Systems on Yield, Quality Traits, and Irrigation Water Use Efficiency of Soybean under Sandy Soils Conditions. Agricultural Sciences, 4(5), pp. 249-261.

 

Mingyue Xu | Food Waste | Best Researcher Award

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Dr Mingyue Xu | Food Waste |  Best Researcher Award

Student at  University of Science and Technology Beijing China

Dr. Mingyue Xu is currently a student at the University of Science and Technology Beijing, where he is deeply engaged in the field of organic solid waste resources. He holds a master’s degree from the University of Science and Technology Beijing and a doctorate from Tsinghua University. Dr. Xu has made significant contributions to his field, having published 16 papers in reputable journals such as Bioresource Technology and Industrial Crops and Products. His research focuses on composting, biodrying, and organic fertilizer.

Profile:

🎓 Academic Background:

Mingyue Xu holds a master’s degree from the University of Science and Technology Beijing and is currently pursuing a doctorate at Tsinghua University.

🔬 Research Focus:

Mingyue specializes in the field of organic solid waste resources, with a keen interest in composting, biodrying, and organic fertilizers.

Conclusion:

Dr. Mingyue Xu appears to be a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award due to his robust academic background, significant research contributions, involvement in national projects, and the practical impact of his work on organic solid waste resources. His research outputs and innovations in composting and biodrying technologies align well with the award criteria, making him a suitable contender for the Best Researcher Award.

📈 Metrics:

  • Citations: 176
  • Documents: 16
  • h-index: 7

Publication Top Notes:

  • In-situ Utilization of Nitrogen-Rich Wastewater Discharged from a Biotrickling Filter as a Moisture Conditioning Agent for Composting: Insights into Nitrogen Transformation Behavior and Microbial Mechanism
    Authors: Xie, D., Yang, M., Zhang, S., Wang, Q., Liu, S.
    Journal: Bioresource Technology
    Year: 2023
    Volume: 369
    Article Number: 128362
    Citations: 5
  • Biodrying of Biogas Residue: Maturity and Microbial Diversity Assessment
    Authors: Xu, M., Yang, M., Song, N., Wang, Q., Wu, C.
    Journal: Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering
    Year: 2022
    Volume: 10(6)
    Article Number: 108757
    Citations: 5
  • Bioconversion of Biowaste into Renewable Energy and Resources: A Sustainable Strategy
    Authors: Xu, M., Yang, M., Sun, H., Wang, Q., Wu, C.
    Journal: Environmental Research
    Year: 2022
    Volume: 214
    Article Number: 113929
    Citations: 27
  • In-situ Utilization of Nitrogen-Rich Wastewater Discharged from a Biotrickling Filter as a Moisture Conditioning Agent for Composting: Effect of Nitrogen Composition
    Authors: Xie, D., Yang, M., Xu, M., Wang, Q., Liu, S.
    Journal: Bioresource Technology
    Year: 2022
    Volume: 362
    Article Number: 127828
    Citations: 6
  • Role of Multistage Inoculation on the Co-Composting of Food Waste and Biogas Residue
    Authors: Xu, M., Yang, M., Sun, H., Wang, Q., Wu, C.
    Journal: Bioresource Technology
    Year: 2022
    Volume: 361
    Article Number: 127681
    Citations: 27
  • Biodrying of Biogas Residue through a Thermophilic Bacterial Agent Inoculation: Insights into Dewatering Contribution and Microbial Mechanism
    Authors: Xu, M., Sun, H., Yang, M., Wang, Q., Wu, C.
    Journal: Bioresource Technology
    Year: 2022
    Volume: 355
    Article Number: 127256
    Citations: 29

 

Ahmed Hassan Ahmed Abdullah | Food preservation | Best Researcher Award

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Mr Ahmed Hassan Ahmed Abdullah |  Food preservation |  Best Researcher Award

Assistant lecturer at  South Valley University, Egypt

Ahmed Hassan Ahmed Abdullah is an Egyptian assistant lecturer at the Department of Food and Dairy Science, Faculty of Agriculture, South Valley University, Qena. He holds a Master’s degree in Food Science and Technology, with a strong academic background including a Bachelor’s in Agricultural Sciences, both from South Valley University. Ahmed is skilled in food analysis, preservation techniques, and statistical analysis using SAS and SPSS. His research focuses on innovative food preservation methods and utilizing agricultural by-products. Ahmed is actively involved in teaching, research supervision, and strategic planning within his faculty. He has presented at international conferences and contributed to publications in agricultural sciences.

Profile:

👨‍🎓 Education:

Master of Food Science and Technology, South Valley University (GPA: 3.81/4). Bachelor of Agricultural Sciences, South Valley University (GPA: 3.5/4)

👨‍💻 Skills:

  • Food analysis and preservation
  • Statistical analysis (SAS, SPSS)
  • Education quality assurance

🌍 Activities:

Member of strategic planning office, Faculty of Agriculture. Organizer and participant in agricultural conferences

 Research Focus Food preservation:

Ahmed Hassan Ahmed Abdullah’s research primarily focuses on innovative food preservation methods, with a special emphasis on utilizing non-traditional approaches. His work includes the extraction and characterization of polysaccharides for potential food applications. His master’s thesis explores converting agricultural by-products, which contribute to environmental pollution, into sustainable food sources for human consumption. This research aims to enhance food shelf life and safety through novel edible coatings derived from natural sources like banana rachis, as published in reputable journals such as Agriculture.

Publication:

Abdullah, A. H., Awad-Allah, M. A., Abd-Elkarim, N. A., Ahmed, Z. F., & Taha, E. M. (2023). Carboxymethyl cellulose from banana rachis: A potential edible coating to extend the shelf life of strawberry fruit. Agriculture, 13(5), 1058.