Emine Mine Soylu | Plant Pathology | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Emine Mine Soylu | Plant Pathology | Best Researcher Award

Hatay Mustafa Kemal University | Turkey

Prof. Dr. Emine Mine Soylu is a prominent academic in the field of plant pathology, with a career spanning over three decades dedicated to plant protection, host-pathogen interactions, and disease management strategies in crops. She began her professional journey as a Research Assistant at Akdeniz University and has since contributed significantly to scientific research through both experimental studies and scholarly publications. Her work is widely recognized, with a particular focus on the identification and control of fungal and bacterial diseases in economically important plants. Prof. Soylu has published 54 scientific documents in internationally refereed journals and has amassed a total of 3,749 citations, reflecting the substantial impact of her work in the field. Her h-index is 25, indicating consistent and high-quality contributions to science over the years. Her research includes first reports of various plant diseases in Türkiye and in-depth studies on disease resistance mechanisms and biochemical plant responses. Prof. Soylu’s contributions continue to shape the future of sustainable agriculture and plant health, and her collaborations extend across national and international scientific communities. Her scholarly output and citation metrics demonstrate her strong influence in the field of phytopathology and plant-microbe interactions.

Profiles: Google Scholar | ScopusOrcid

Featured Publications:

  • “Preliminary Characterization of Race-Specific Elicitors From Peronospora parasitica and Its Ability to Elicit Phenolic Accumulation in Arabidopsis”

  • “First Report of Downy Leaf Spot of Walnuts Caused by Microstroma juglandis in Turkey”

  • “Induction of Disease Resistance by the Plant Activator, Acibenzolar-S-methyl (ASM), Against Bacterial Canker (Clavibacter michiganensis subsp. michiganensis) in Tomato Seedlings”

  • “First Report of Powdery Mildew Caused by Erysiphe heraclei on Dill (Anethum graveolens) in Turkey”

  • “Light and Electron Microscopy of the Compatible Interaction Between Arabidopsis and the Downy Mildew Pathogen Peronospora parasitica”

  • “Induction of Defence Related Enzymes and Resistance by the Plant Activator Acibenzolar-S-methyl in Tomato Seedlings Against Bacterial Canker Caused by Clavibacter michiganensis subsp. michiganensis”

  • “First Report of Cercospora Leaf Spot on Swiss Chard Caused by Cercospora beticola in Turkey”

  • “First Report of Phloeospora Leaf Spot on Mulberry Caused by Phloeospora maculans (=Cylindrosporium maculans) in the Eastern Mediterranean Region of Turkey”

  • “Induction of Disease Resistance and Antioxidant Enzymes by Acibenzolar-S-methyl Against Bacterial Canker (Clavibacter michiganensis subsp. michiganensis) in Tomato”

  • “First Report of Powdery Mildew Caused by Podosphaera phaseoli (syn. Sphaerotheca phaseoli) on Cowpea (Vigna sinensis) in Turkey”

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Seyed Abdolreza Kazemeini | Crop Production | Best Researcher Award

Prof Seyed Abdolreza Kazemeini |  Crop Production |  Best Researcher Award

Faculty of Agriculture at  Shiraz University, Iran

Dr. Seyed Abdolreza Kazemeini is a distinguished faculty member in the Plant Production and Genetics Department at Shiraz University, Iran. Born on August 7, 1967, Dr. Kazemeini has dedicated over 30 years to the field of crop production, focusing on biotic and abiotic stress and biostimulants. He earned his Ph.D. in Crop Production from Shiraz University in 2008, where he also completed his M.Sc. and B.A. in Agronomy.

Profile:

Educational Background:

Ph.D. in Crop Production, Shiraz University, Iran (2004-2008). M.Sc. in Agronomy, Shiraz University, Iran (1998-2000). B.A. in Agronomy, Shiraz University, Iran (1986-1990)

Professional Experience

Total Experience: 30 Years. Head of Agricultural College Agronomy Station: Since 2006. Head of Plant Production and Genetics Department: 2011-2014. In Charge of Agriculture Station and Research Center, Shiraz University College: 20 Years

Teaching and Supervision

Courses Taught: Various undergraduate and graduate courses in agronomy and crop production. Graduate Supervision: Supervising 7 MSc and PhD students; involved in 10 student programs and 6 PhD thesis projects as an advisory committee member. Research Projects Supervised: Over 170 graduate-level research projects

Skills and Competencies

Data Analysis Software: Excel, SAS, Minitab, OriginPro. Research and Development: Supervision of PhD, MSc, and BSc students; development of research around new technologies Analytical Lab Experience: Advanced research and analysis

Research Focus: Crop Production

Dr. Seyed Abdolreza Kazemeini, a faculty member in the Plant Production and Genetics Department at Shiraz University, Shiraz, Iran, has dedicated his research to advancing the field of crop production. His work is particularly focused on addressing critical issues related to biotic and abiotic stress, and the application of biostimulants.

Key Areas of Research: Biotic and Abiotic Stress Management: Abiotic Stress: Investigating the impact of various environmental stresses such as drought, salinity, and extreme temperatures on crop yield and quality. Developing strategies to enhance plant resilience through genetic and agronomic approaches. Biotic Stress: Studying plant-pathogen interactions, pest resistance, and the use of biological control methods to manage diseases and pests in crops. Biostimulants: Exploring the use of biostimulants to enhance crop growth, yield, and stress tolerance. This includes the application of natural and synthetic compounds that can improve plant health and productivity under stress conditions. Crop Physiology and Agronomy: Examining the physiological responses of crops to various environmental factors and management practices. This includes nutrient management, water use efficiency, and the optimization of planting techniques to maximize yield and sustainability. Weed Science: Researching effective weed management strategies to minimize competition and improve crop performance. This involves studying the biology of weeds, their impact on crops, and the development of integrated weed management practices.

Citations:

  • Total Citations: 1663
  • Citations Since 2019: 1167
  • H-index: 17
  • H-index Since 2019: 14
  • i10-index: 33
  • i10-index Since 2019: 29

Publication Top Notes:

  1. Effect of Organic and Inorganic Fertilizers on Grain Yield and Protein Banding Pattern of Wheat
    • Year: 2010
    • Citations: 339
  2. Wheat Yield and Grain Protein Response to Nitrogen Amount and Timing
    • Year: 2011
    • Citations: 242
  3. Changes in Soil Properties and Productivity Under Different Tillage Practices and Wheat Genotypes: A Short-Term Study in Iran
    • Year: 2018
    • Citations: 83
  4. The Impact of Nitrogen and Organic Matter on Winter Canola Seed Yield and Yield Components
    • Year: 2010
    • Citations: 76
  5. The Role of ACC Deaminase Producing Bacteria in Improving Sweet Corn (Zea mays L. var saccharata) Productivity Under Limited Availability of Irrigation Water
    • Year: 2020
    • Citations: 68
  6. Interaction Effects of Deficit Irrigation and Row Spacing on Sunflower (Helianthus annuus L.) Growth, Seed Yield and Oil Yield
    • Year: 2009
    • Citations: 68
  7. Feasibility of Satellite and Drone Images for Monitoring Soil Residue Cover
    • Year: 2020
    • Citations: 44
  8. Evaluation of Drought Tolerance in Rapeseed (Brassica napus L.) Cultivars Using Drought Tolerance Indices
    • Year: 2014
    • Citations: 34
  9. Forage Yield and Quality as Affected by Salt Stress in Different Ratios of Sorghum bicolor-Bassia indica Intercropping
    • Year: 2020
    • Citations: 31
  10. Improving Sweet Corn (Zea mays L. var saccharata) Growth and Yield Using Pseudomonas fluorescens Inoculation Under Varied Watering Regimes
    • Year: 2019
    • Citations: 28