Anna Rita Dipierro | Agricultural | Best Researcher Award

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Dr Anna Rita Dipierro |  Agricultural  |  Best Researcher Award

Research Fellow at  University of Calabria, Italy

Anna Rita Dipierro, born on February 26, 1997, in Castellana Grotte, Italy, is a Research Fellow in Econometrics at the University of Calabria, Arcavacata di Rende, Cosenza, Italy, and the University of Salento, Lecce, Italy. She holds a Ph.D. in Economics and Management of Sustainability and Innovation from LUM “G. Degennaro” University, where she also completed her Master’s and Bachelor’s degrees in Economics and Management, all with high distinction.

Profile:

Education:

  • Ph.D. in Economics and Management of Sustainability and Innovation
    🎓 LUM “G. Degennaro” University, Casamassima, Bari, Italy, July 2024
    Thesis: Combining operational research and artificial intelligence to address performance evaluation under dynamic taxonomy of risks
    Tutor: Prof. P. Toma
    Internal PhD Commission: Prof. K. De Witte, Prof. G. Secundo, Prof. P. Toma
  • Master’s Degree (cum laude) in Economics and Management (LM77)
    🎓 LUM “G. Degennaro” University, Casamassima, Bari, Italy, October 2020
    Thesis: Geographical Indications in Agri-food: an econometrical and geospatial approach through R-studio and QGIS
    Tutor: Prof. P. Toma
  • Bachelor of Science (cum laude) in Economics and Management (L18)
    🎓 LUM “G. Degennaro” University, Casamassima, Bari, Italy, October 2018
    Thesis: A step away from disaster: State-saving measures to overcome the crisis of the third millennium
    Tutor: Prof. C. Bussoli

Training Schools and Workshops:

  • 🏫 Summer school “Network econometrics,” Venice, Italy, July 2024
  • 🏫 Course “Tidyverse: R for Data Science,” Lecce, Italy, February 2024
  • 🏫 Course “Classifying Higher Education Institutions using Latent Class Analysis,” Lugano, Switzerland, March 2023
  • 🏫 Summer school “Machine Learning: what is good for?” Lugano, Switzerland, August 2022
  • 🏫 Workshop “Visual Thinking” Lugano, Switzerland, August 2022
  • 🏫 Summer School “Panel Data Econometrics: theory and applications” Bertinoro, Italy, July 2021

Teaching Experience:

  • Adjunct Professor of “Econometric models for human resource management,” Master’s level in “Human Resources Management,” LUM School of Management, Casamassima, Italy (A.A. 2022/2023)
  • Adjunct Professor of “Econometrics,” Master’s degree in Economics and Management (LM77), LUM “G. Degennaro” University, Casamassima, Italy (A.A. 2022/2023)

Membership to Scientific Societies:

  • The Econometric Society (2023 – Present)
  • Italian Economics Society (2023 – Present)
  • Italian Econometrics Society (2021 – Present)

Research Focus in Agriculture:

Anna Rita Dipierro’s agricultural research is centered on the efficiency and sustainability of the agricultural sector, particularly within the European context. Her work involves analyzing the intersection of efficiency, sustainability, and environmental risk in agricultural practices. She employs econometric and geospatial techniques to evaluate and improve the performance of agri-food firms, with a focus on geographical indications and their impact on agricultural economics.

Publication Top Notes:

What Lies Behind the Success of Italian GIs Products? Questioning Tradition in Consortia via Aggregated Conditional Efficiency
Authors: C. Colamartino, A.R. Dipierro, P. Toma, M. Frittelli
Journal: Socio-Economic Planning Sciences, Vol. 87, Article 101578 (2023)
This paper explores the factors contributing to the success of Italian Geographical Indications (GIs) products by examining traditional practices within consortia and utilizing aggregated conditional efficiency models.

2. What Lies Behind Perceptions of Corruption? A Cultural Approach
Authors: A.R. Dipierro, A. Rella
Journal: Social Indicators Research, Vol. 172 (2), pp. 371-391 (2024)
This study investigates the cultural determinants influencing perceptions of corruption, providing a comprehensive analysis using a cultural framework.

3. The Underlying Signals of Efficiency in European Universities: A Combined Efficiency and Machine Learning Approach
Authors: A.R. Dipierro, K. De Witte
Journal: Studies in Higher Education, pp. 1-20 (2024)
This research combines efficiency analysis and machine learning techniques to identify underlying factors contributing to the operational efficiency of European universities.

4. European Agricultural Sector: The Tortuous Path Across Efficiency, Sustainability and Environmental Risk
Authors: A. Mergoni, A.R. Dipierro, C. Colamartino
Journal: Socio-Economic Planning Sciences, Vol. 92, Article 101848 (2024)
The paper addresses the challenges faced by the European agricultural sector, focusing on balancing efficiency, sustainability, and managing environmental risks.

5. The Efficient Path of the Protection Consortia to Manage Territorial Risks and Protect the Quality of GIs
Authors: C. Colamartino, A.R. Dipierro
Published Link: Article (2024)
This publication examines how protection consortia can efficiently manage territorial risks and ensure the quality of Geographical Indications (GIs) through strategic measures.

6. Within the Banks: The Determinants of ESG-Controversies
Author: A.R. Dipierro
Book: Digital Transformation: The Harmonic Convergence of People, Culture, Process… (2022)
This work analyzes the factors leading to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) controversies within banks, emphasizing the role of digital transformation.

These publications highlight Anna Rita Dipierro’s diverse research interests, ranging from agricultural economics and the success of GIs products to higher education efficiency and perceptions of corruption.

 

Esmaeil Zangani | Crop Physiology | Best Researcher Award

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Dr Esmaeil Zangani | Crop Physiology | Best Researcher Award

Manager Lab at  University of Zanjan, Iran

Dr. Ismail Zangani is a distinguished expert in the field of agriculture, specializing in Crop Plant Physiology. Born and residing in Zanjan city, he holds a specialized doctorate degree from Tabriz University. Currently, he serves as the Head of the Laboratory of Plant Ecophysiology and Seed Technology while pursuing his bachelor’s degree at Zanjan University.

Profile:

Education:

Doctorate in Agriculture (Physiology of Crop Plants), Tabriz University. Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree at Zanjan University

Professional Experience:

Head of the Laboratory of Plant Ecophysiology and Seed Technology. Over 14 years of experience teaching agricultural operations and skill training courses. Instructed courses on seed control and certification, crop plant physiology, seed biology and technology, and various aspects of crop plant production. Taught practical units on environmental stresses’ effects on plant growth and seed technology at the master’s level in horticulture and agriculture

Research Focus: Crop Physiology

Specialized in the physiological aspects of crop plants, with a focus on understanding their responses to environmental stresses and optimizing their growth and productivity. Conducted research to unravel the mechanisms underlying plant responses to various stressors such as drought, salinity, and temperature extremes. Investigated the physiological processes involved in seed development, germination, and seedling establishment to enhance seed quality and crop performance. Explored the interactions between plants and their environment, aiming to develop strategies for improving crop resilience and sustainability in changing climatic conditions.

Citations:

All Time:

  • Citations: 361
  • h-index: 11
  • i10-index: 13

Since 2019:

  • Citations: 249
  • h-index: 8
  • i10-index: 7

 

Publication Top Notes:

  1. “Nitrogen and Phosphorus Addition to Soil Improves Seed Yield, Foliar Stomatal Conductance, and the Photosynthetic Response of Rapeseed (Brassica napus L.)” by E Zangani, K Afsahi, F Shekari, E Mac Sweeney, A Mastinu
    • Published in Agriculture in 2021
    • Citations: 64
  2. “Effect of accelerated aging and priming on seed germination of rapeseed (Brassica napus L.) cultivars” by M Abdolahi, B Andelibi, E Zangani, F Shekari, S Jamaati-e-Somarin
    • Published in International Research Journal of Applied and Basic Sciences in 2012
    • Citations: 41
  3. “Effects of water stress on germination indices in six rapeseed cultivars (Brassica napus L.)” by B Andalibi, E Zangani, AH Nazari
    • Citations: 36
    • Year: 2005
  4. “Effect of priming by salicylic acid on germination and seedling growth of safflower seeds under CaCl2 stress” by BJ Jam, F Shekari, MR Azimi, E Zangani
    • Citations: 27
    • Year: 2012
  5. “The effect of priming by salicylic acid on vigor and seedling growth of canola (Brassica napus) under water deficit condition” by S Miar Sadegi, F Shekari, R Fotovet, E Zangani
    • Published in Iranian Journal of Plant Biology in 2011
    • Citations: 25

These publications demonstrate Dr. Zangani’s research interests in seed germination, plant stress responses, and the physiological aspects of crop plants, particularly rapeseed and safflower.