Emine Mine Soylu | Plant Pathology | Best Researcher Award

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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 | Scopus |  Orcid

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”

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Alokesh Das | Plant Pathology | Best Researcher Award

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Mr Alokesh Das | Plant Pathology | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor at  Rampurhat College, India

Alokesh Das is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Botany at Rampurhat College, located in Rampurhat, Birbhum, West Bengal, India. He holds a Master’s degree in Microbiology, and has qualified prestigious exams like CSIR NET and GATE. A dedicated educator, Das specializes in Microbiology, Mycology, Plant Pathology, Ecology, Genetics, Molecular Biology, Plant Metabolites, and Natural Resource Management. His research interests lie in Microbiology, Plant Pathology, and Bioinformatics.

Profile:

📚 Academic Qualifications:

M.Sc., CSIR NET (2010, 11), SET (2013), GATE (2010, 11, 12)

👨‍🏫 Areas of Teaching:

Microbiology, Mycology and Plant Pathology, Ecology, Genetics and Plant Breeding, Molecular Biology, Plant Metabolites, Natural Resource Management

🔬 Areas of Research Interest:

Microbiology, Plant Pathology, Bioinformatics

👨‍🔬 Ph.D. Supervisor:

Dr. Bholanath Mondal, Department of Plant Pathology, Visva-Bharati University

Plant Pathology Research Focus:

Dr. Alokesh Das, an Assistant Professor in the Department of Botany at Rampurhat College, is deeply engrossed in the field of Plant Pathology. With a solid academic background including M.Sc., CSIR NET, SET, and GATE qualifications, Dr. Das has dedicated his research endeavors to unraveling the mysteries of plant diseases and their management strategies.

His research pursuits encompass various dimensions of plant pathology, ranging from traditional disease identification to cutting-edge bioinformatics analyses. Dr. Das delves into understanding the intricate interactions between plants and pathogens at the molecular level. By employing advanced techniques, he strives to identify novel disease resistance genes and develop sustainable methods for crop protection.

Dr. Das’s research extends beyond the laboratory, as he actively engages in fieldwork to assess disease prevalence, analyze pathogen populations, and evaluate the efficacy of disease management practices. Through collaborative efforts with farmers, agricultural institutions, and fellow researchers, he aims to translate scientific findings into practical solutions for mitigating plant diseases and enhancing crop productivity.

Driven by a passion for scientific inquiry and a commitment to agricultural sustainability, Dr. Alokesh Das is at the forefront of Plant Pathology research, contributing significantly to the advancement of knowledge in this critical field.

 

Publication Top Notes:
  • “Supplemental stingless bee pollination in fennel (Foeniculum vulgare Mill.): An assessment of impacts on native pollinators and crop yield” (Frontiers in Sustainable Food Systems, 2022):
    • Authors: U Layek, A Das, P Karmakar
    • This study evaluates the effects of supplemental stingless bee pollination on both native pollinators and crop yield in fennel plants.
  • “Floral biology, floral volatile organic compounds and floral visitors of Chromolaena odorata, an invasive alien species in West Bengal, India” (Biodiversitas Journal of Biological Diversity, 2022):
    • Authors: U Layek, A Das, U Das
    • Investigates the floral biology, volatile organic compounds emitted by flowers, and floral visitors of Chromolaena odorata, an invasive alien species in West Bengal, India.
  • “Anatomy, micromorphology and histochemical localization of different phytochemicals of two medicinally important taxa of the family Zingiberaceae” (Journal of Life Science, Informatics Publications, 2018):
    • Authors: A Das, KK Pal, S Nag
    • Examines the anatomy, micromorphology, and histochemical localization of various phytochemicals in two medicinally important taxa of the family Zingiberaceae.
  • “Studies on length-weight relationship, condition factors and length-length relationship of Anguilla bengalensis bengalensis, Gray, 1831 (Actinopterygii, Anguillidae) collected…” (International Journal of Fisheries and Aquatic Studies, 2018):
    • Authors: AK Sinha, P De, A Das, S Bhakat
    • Investigates various parameters related to the biology of Anguilla bengalensis bengalensis, including length-weight relationship, condition factors, and length-length relationship.
  • “Seed germination of annatto (Bixa orellana L.) – A review” (International Journal of Recent Scientific Research, 2018):
    • Authors: A Das, S Mandal, S Nag
    • Provides a comprehensive review of seed germination in annatto (Bixa orellana L.), a plant of medicinal importance.
  • “Floral visitors of sesame (Sesamum indicum L.): Elucidating their nectar-robbing behaviour and impacts on plant reproduction” (Plos One, 2024):
    • Authors: U Layek, T Bhandari, A Das, P Karmakar
    • Investigates the floral visitors of sesame plants, focusing on their nectar-robbing behavior and its effects on plant reproduction.