Javad Hamzei | Sustainable Food Systems | Agricultural Sustainability Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr Javad Hamzei | Sustainable Food Systems | Agricultural Sustainability Award

Associate Professor at Bu-Ali Sina University, Iran

Dr. Javad Hamzei is an accomplished academic in the field of crop ecology, currently serving as an Associate Professor at Bu-Ali Sina University. With a strong background in agronomy and crop production, he has dedicated his career to research, teaching, and the advancement of sustainable agricultural practices. His work focuses on intercropping, conservation agriculture, and organic crop production, contributing significantly to ecological farming systems.

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🎓 Education Details

  • Ph.D. in Crop Ecology – Tabriz University, June 23, 2007
  • M.Sc. in Agronomy – Tabriz University, September 8, 2002
  • B.Sc. in Crop Production and Plant Breeding – Bu-Ali Sina University, September 4, 1999

👩‍🔬 Professional Experience

  • Associate Professor (February 4, 2016 – Present)
    • Faculty of Agriculture, Department of Plant Production and Genetics, Bu-Ali Sina University
  • Assistant Professor (September 23, 2007 – February 3, 2016)
    • Faculty of Agriculture, Department of Plant Production and Genetics, Bu-Ali Sina University

🌱 Research Interests

  • Sustainable and Organic Crop Production
  • Intercropping Systems
  • Conservation Agriculture
  • Agro-Ecology and Ecophysiology
  • Sustainable Agricultural Ecosystems
  • Weed Management and Crop Production Optimization

🏆 Awards and Honors

  • Recognition for contributions to sustainable agriculture research
  • Excellence in teaching and mentorship
  • Awards for innovative research in crop ecology

🔍 Conclusion

Dr. Javad Hamzei is a distinguished researcher and educator dedicated to advancing sustainable agricultural practices. Through his extensive research, teaching, and administrative roles, he continues to shape the future of agronomy and ecological farming. His expertise in crop ecology, intercropping, and conservation agriculture has made significant contributions to the field, benefiting both academia and the agricultural sector.

Publications 📚

📚 Journal Articles

  1. 🌱 Mycorrhiza and seed priming effect to improve the balance of sodium and potassium and some changes in antioxidants in the leaves of maize (Zea mays L.) under soil salinity

    • 📖 Journal of Agronomy (2018)
    • 🔗 DOI: 10.3923/ja.2018.18.27
    • ✍️ Kazemi, J.S.; Aboutalebian, M.A.; Hamzei, J.; Meskarbashee, M.

  2. 🌾 Nitrogen rate applied affects dry matter translocation and performance attributes of wheat under deficit irrigation

  3. 🦠 Diversity and bioactivity of bacterial endophyte community of Cupressaceae

    • 📖 Forest Pathology (2016)
    • 🔗 DOI: 10.1111/efp.12270
    • ✍️ Soltani, J.; Zaheri-Shoja, M.; Hamzei, J.; Hosseyni-Moghaddam, M.S.; Pakvaz, S.

  4. 🌻 Energy use and input-output costs for sunflower production in sole and intercropping with soybean under different tillage systems

  5. 🌿 Methyl jasmonate improves salinity resistance in German chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla L.) by increasing activity of antioxidant enzymes

  6. 🍃 Mycorrhizal symbiosis increases reproduction and seed quality of summer squash in field conditions

    • 📖 Journal of Applied Horticulture (2016)
    • ✍️ Hamzei, J.; Najjari, S.

  7. 🌾 Evaluation of the Effects of Intercropping Systems on Yield Performance, Land Equivalent Ratio, and Weed Control Efficiency

  8. 🌱 Effect of integrated application of phosphorus and phosphate solubilizing microorganisms on root colonization, productivity, and seed quality of Cucurbita pepo L.

    • 📖 Journal of Applied Horticulture (2014)
    • ✍️ Hamzei, J.; Najjari, S.

  9. 💧 Deficit irrigation of rapeseed for water-saving: Effects on biomass accumulation, light interception and radiation use efficiency under different N rates

  10. 🌼 Seed, oil, and protein yields of canola under combinations of irrigation and nitrogen application

  11. 🌾 Critical period of weed control in three winter oilseed rape (Brassica napus L.) cultivars

    • 📖 Turkish Journal of Agriculture and Forestry (2007)
    • 🔗 DOI: 10.3906/tar-0610-4
    • ✍️ Hamzei, J.; Nasab, A.D.M.; Khoie, F.R.; Javanshir, A.; Moghaddam, M.

 

 

 

 

 

Zhijiang Li | Food Fermentation | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Zhijiang Li | Food Fermentation | Best Researcher Award

Professor at Heilongjiang Bayi Agricultural University, China

Prof. Zhijiang Li, Ph.D., is a distinguished professor at the College of Food Science, Heilongjiang Bayi Agricultural University. He specializes in food fermentation and quality safety, leading innovative research in traditional brewing and coarse cereals processing. As the director of the Coarse Cereals Processing and Quality Safety Engineering Technology Research Center in Heilongjiang Province, he has made significant contributions to food science and technology. He is also actively involved in professional organizations, including the Chinese Institute of Food Science and Technology (CIFST) and the Heilongjiang Province Food Science and Technology Society.

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🎓 Education Details

  • Ph.D. in Food Science (Details not specified)
  • Professor at Heilongjiang Bayi Agricultural University

👩‍🔬 Professional Experience

  • Professor at the College of Food Science, Heilongjiang Bayi Agricultural University
  • Director of the Coarse Cereals Processing and Quality Safety Engineering Technology Research Center, Heilongjiang Province
  • Director of the Traditional Brewing Food Branch, Chinese Institute of Food Science and Technology (CIFST)
  • Director of the Heilongjiang Province Food Science and Technology Society
  • Recognized as a high-level D-class talent in Heilongjiang Province

🌱 Research Interests

  • Fermented and brewed foods
  • Sorghum nutrition and functional foods
  • Food fermentation technology
  • Quality and safety of coarse cereals processing

🏆 Awards and Honors

  • First Prize, Provincial Science and Technology Progress Award (Third Participant)
  • Second Prize, Provincial Science and Technology Progress Award (Seventh Finisher)
  • First Prize, Departmental Science and Technology Award (Principal Investigator)
  • Second Prize, Departmental Science and Technology Award (Principal Investigator)

🔍 Conclusion

Prof. Zhijiang Li is an accomplished researcher with extensive contributions to food fermentation and quality safety. His work has led to over 200 published papers, including more than 20 SCI-indexed publications in renowned journals such as Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, Food Function, and Food Research International. He has also secured more than ten patents and successfully led numerous research projects at national and provincial levels. Through his dedication to food science, he continues to drive advancements in fermentation technology and functional foods.

Publications 📚

📖 Article Title: Research Progress on Ultrasound-assisted Preparation of Resistant Starch

✍️ Authors:

  • K. Zhao, Kedong
  • C. Ruan, Changqing
  • Z. Li, Zhijiang
  • H. Tang, Huacheng
  • C. Wang, Changyuan

📰 Journal: Science and Technology of Food Industry

📅 Year: 2025

 

 

Ali Rhouma | Sustainable Food Systems | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Ali Rhouma | Sustainable Food Systems | Best Researcher Award

Project Officer at PRIMA, Spain

 Dr. Ali Rhouma is an accomplished agricultural researcher and environmental expert with over 20 years of experience in sustainable development, climate resilience, and agricultural innovation. His expertise spans project management, scientific evaluation, policy development, and international collaboration. As a senior project officer at PRIMA Foundation and a scientific expert for the European Innovation Council, he has played a pivotal role in assessing and monitoring large-scale research and innovation projects. He is a passionate advocate for sustainable solutions, leveraging extensive research and policy insights to drive impactful environmental and agricultural advancements. His quadrilingual proficiency and experience in multicultural environments enable him to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders worldwide.

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🎓 Education Details

  • Ph.D. in Agricultural and Environmental Sciences – University Claude Bernard-Lyon, France / INAT-Tunisia (2000–2006)
  • Master of Science – Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne, Switzerland (1995–1997)
  • High School Diploma in Agronomy – National Institute of Agronomy of Tunisia (1988–1995)

👩‍🔬 Professional Experience

  • Senior Project Officer, PRIMA Foundation, Barcelona, Spain (2018–Present)
    • Manages research project evaluations and funding processes.
    • Assesses project outcomes and innovation potential.
    • Organizes training programs and networking events for researchers and policymakers.
  • Scientific Expert, European Innovation Council, Brussels, Belgium (2024–Present)
    • Evaluates proposals and assesses innovation potential in EU-funded projects.
    • Provides insights into EU research and innovation policies.
  • Director of Research Programs, Agricultural Research Institution for Research and Higher Education, Tunisia (2013–2018)
    • Led national research strategy and policy formulation.
    • Managed 23 research institutions, resource mobilization, and partnerships.
  • Head of R&D Laboratory, Olive Tree Institute, Sfax, Tunisia (2000–2013)
    • Supervised research in plant protection and innovation.
    • Coordinated international research collaborations.
  • Environmental Engineer, National Agency of Environmental Protection, Tunisia (1998–2000)
    • Led environmental impact assessments and solid waste management projects.

🌱 Research Interests

  • Sustainable Agriculture and Climate Resilience
  • Water-Energy-Food Nexus
  • Innovation and Technology Transfer in Agriculture
  • Environmental Policy and Sustainable Development
  • Plant Protection and Biopesticide Development

🏆 Awards and Honors

  • First Award SIAT (2010) – Valorization of olive mill wastewater as a biopesticide.
  • First National Prize (2014) – Development of a bactericide from olive mill waste.

🔍 Conclusion

Dr. Ali Rhouma has dedicated his career to bridging agricultural research, environmental sustainability, and policy development. His leadership in project management, research, and innovation has significantly contributed to sustainable solutions in the Mediterranean and beyond. With a strong background in international collaboration and research dissemination, he continues to influence the scientific community and policymaking landscape through his expertise and dedication to environmental sustainability and agricultural advancements.

Publications 📚

📄 Article
🔹 To What Extent the ARIMNet Transnational Programme Has Contributed to the Implementation of the Euro-Mediterranean Research and Innovation Area?
S. Zebakh, Sanaa · A. Rhouma, Ali · F. Dentressangle, Fabrice · S. Mohammed, Sadiki · F. Jacquet, Florence
📜 Journal of the Knowledge Economy, 2024
🔍 Citations: 0

📖 Review • Open Access
🔹 Trends in the Water–Energy–Food Nexus Research
A. Rhouma, Ali · J. El Jeitany, Jerome · R.H. Mohtar, Rabi H. · J.M. Gil, Jose M.
📜 Sustainability (Switzerland), 2024
🔍 Citations: 6

📄 Article • Open Access
🔹 Partnership Performance Between Northern and Southern Mediterranean Countries in the First 2 Years of PRIMA Programme Implementation
A. Rhouma, Ali
📜 Journal of the Knowledge Economy, 2023
🔍 Citations: 3

📄 Article
🔹 Mapping the Agricultural Research Systems in the Maghreb (Algeria, Morocco, and Tunisia)
S. Zebakh, Sanaa · A. Rhouma, Ali · R. Arvanitis, Rigas · M. Sadiki, Mohamed
📜 Science, Technology and Society, 2022
🔍 Citations: 7

📚 Book Chapter
🔹 Innovations on the Nexus for Development and Growth in the South Mediterranean Region
S. Zebakh, Sanaa · F. Abdelradi, Fadi · E.S. Mohamed, Essam Sh. · M. Sadiki, Mohamed · A. Rhouma, Ali
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🔍 Citations: 2

🦠 Article
🔹 Promising Epiphytic Antagonistic Pseudomonas Strains from the Citrus Phyllosphere in the Biocontrol of Pseudomonas syringae pv. syringae, Causing Bacterial Citrus Blast and Black Pit
E. Abdellatif, Emna · A. Mikiciński, Artur · M. Kałużna, Monika · A. Rhouma, Ali · J.D. Janse, J. D.
📜 Journal of Plant Pathology, 2022
🔍 Citations: 1

🧪 Article • Open Access
🔹 Succinimido–Ferrocidiphenol Complexed with Cyclodextrins Inhibits Glioblastoma Tumor Growth In Vitro and In Vivo without Noticeable Adverse Toxicity
F. Najlaoui, Feten · B. Busser, Benoît · G.S. Taïwé, Germain Sotoing · S. Gibaud, Stéphane · M. de Waard, Michel
📜 Molecules, 2022
🔍 Citations: 3

🌰 Article • Open Access
🔹 Cultivar and Rootstock Effects on Growth, Yield and Nut Quality of Pistachio under Semi-Arid Conditions of South Mediterranean
S. Ouni, Samiha · L. Noguera-Artiaga, L. · A.A. Carbonell-Barrachina, Angel A. · A. Rhouma, Ali · A. Chelli-Chaabouni, Azza
📜 Horticulturae, 2022