Jevelin Swain | Cellular Stress Response | Young Researcher Award

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Dr. Jevelin Swain | Cellular Stress Response | Young Researcher Award

Odisha University of Agriculture and Technology | India

Dr. Jevelin Swain’s research in Plant Physiology focuses on advancing sustainable nutrient management and stress mitigation strategies in rice cultivation. His work integrates physiological, biochemical, and agronomic approaches to improve crop resilience and productivity under challenging soil and environmental conditions. During his doctoral research, he investigated the role of potassium nutrition and kinetin foliar application in enhancing physiological efficiency, yield, and grain quality of rice under iron toxicity stress, contributing valuable insights into nutrient-stress interactions and adaptive plant responses. His postgraduate research examined paddy straw incorporation as a sustainable residue management practice, emphasizing its effects on soil health, nutrient cycling, and rice productivity in lowland ecosystems. These studies collectively advance the understanding of plant–soil interactions and resource-use efficiency, promoting eco-friendly cultivation practices for long-term agricultural sustainability. Dr. Swain’s work exemplifies the integration of plant physiology and sustainable agronomy for developing strategies that mitigate abiotic stress impacts while enhancing productivity and grain quality in staple food crops like rice. His research outputs contribute to the growing body of knowledge supporting climate-resilient and nutrient-efficient rice production systems essential for food security and environmental conservation.

Profile: Scopus

Featured Publications:

  • Swain, J. (2022). Effect of paddy straw incorporation on growth and yield attributes of low land rice. Bangladesh Journal of Botany, SCIE, Scopus indexed. NAAS rating: 6.40.

  • Swain, J. (2024). Iron toxicity in lowland rice influenced by application of high potassic fertilizer with suitable cultivars enhanced productivity and climate resilience. Plant Science Today, Scopus, Biosis Previews indexed. NAAS rating: 6.70.

  • Swain, J. (2024). Nutrient use efficiency of rice genotypes under iron toxic lowland soil influenced by high potassic fertiliser and foliar application of kinetin. Plant Science Today, Scopus, Biosis Previews indexed. NAAS rating: 6.70.

  • Swain, J. (2025). Synergistic role of potassium fertilizer and kinetin in mitigating iron toxicity and enhancing yield in lowland rice. Scientific Reports, SCIE, Scopus indexed. NAAS rating: 9.80.

 

 

Seyed Abdolreza Kazemeini | Crop Production | Best Researcher Award

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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