Hua Xie | Agricultural | Best Researcher Award

Ms. Hua Xie | Agricultural | Best Researcher Award

Ms. Hua Xie, Institute of Biotechnology, Beijing Academy of Agriculture and Forestry Sciences, China.

๐ŸŒฑ Dr. Hua Xie is a Professor at the Institute of Biotechnology, BAAFS, China, specializing in plant genomics, genetics, and pathology. With a Ph.D. in Crop Genetics and Breeding, she has published in top-tier journals like Nature Communications ๐Ÿ“š. Her research enhances crop improvement and disease resistance, contributing to global food security ๐ŸŒพ. Dr. Xie has also conducted collaborative research in Canada and the USA, showcasing her international impact and scientific excellence. ๐ŸŒโœจ

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SCOPUS IDย 

๐ŸŽ“ Early Academic Pursuits

Dr. Hua Xie embarked on her academic journey with a Bachelorโ€™s degree in Agronomy/Crop Sciences from Northeast Agricultural University in Harbin, Heilongjiang Province (1991โ€“1995). She deepened her expertise by earning a Masterโ€™s in Crop Planting and Cultivation (1996โ€“1999) from the same institution. Demonstrating a strong commitment to plant science, she pursued a Ph.D. in Crop Genetics and Breeding at the prestigious Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences (1999โ€“2002), where she cultivated a foundation for her future groundbreaking research.

๐Ÿ’ผ Professional Endeavors

Dr. Xieโ€™s professional trajectory reflects steady progress in plant sciences. She began her career as a Research Assistant at BAAFS in 2002, moving through ranks as Associate Professor, and now serves as a full Professor at the Institute of Biotechnology, BAAFS. Her global experience includes postdoctoral and visiting scholar positions in Canada (Agricultural & Agri-Food Canada, 2008โ€“2009) and the USA (Purdue University, 2009โ€“2010), enriching her international perspective and collaborative capabilities.

๐Ÿ”ฌ Contributions and Research Focus On Agriculturalย 

Dr. Xie specializes in Genomic Bio-breeding Technology, Plant Genetics and Breeding, Plant Genomics, and Plant Pathology. Her studies have led to significant advancements in crop genetic improvement, soft rot pathogen identification, and resistance gene mapping. Her work integrates fundamental biology with practical breeding techniques, addressing critical challenges in agricultural productivity and plant health.

๐ŸŒ Impact and Influence

Through her pioneering work on peach genome variation, rice bean landraces, and the molecular epidemiology of Pectobacterium, Dr. Xie has influenced both the academic and applied agricultural domains. Her findings on genome re-sequencing and plant-pathogen interactions have been instrumental in guiding breeders and plant pathologists toward sustainable solutions.

๐Ÿง  Research Skills

Dr. Xie possesses a robust skill set in functional genomics, molecular plant pathology, bioinformatics, and marker-assisted breeding. She is adept at both laboratory and field experimentation, skilled in advanced DNA sequencing technologies, genome-wide association studies (GWAS), and pathogen diagnostics. These skills allow her to translate genetic knowledge into crop improvement strategies.

๐Ÿ… Awards and Honors

While specific awards were not listed, Dr. Xieโ€™s elevation to full professorship and her international fellowships and visiting roles at globally respected institutions underscore her recognition within the scientific community. Her repeated role as a senior and corresponding author highlights her leadership and expertise in collaborative research.

๐Ÿ›๏ธ Legacy and Future Contributions

Dr. Hua Xie stands as a beacon of excellence in plant science. Her legacy includes mentoring the next generation of scientists and driving innovation in sustainable agriculture. Looking forward, she is poised to further influence global food security through advanced breeding technologies, molecular diagnostics, and integrated disease management solutions tailored for climate-resilient crops.

Publications Top Notes

๐Ÿ“Š The PeachSNP170K array facilitates insights into a large-scale population relatedness and genetic impacts on citrate content and flowering time
๐Ÿ“š Journal: Communications Biology
๐Ÿ“… Year: 2025
๐Ÿงฌ Focus: Genomics, fruit development

๐Ÿฆ  The combined application of Bacillus velezensis BCP6 and Jinggangmycin to control soft rot on Amorphophallus konjac
๐Ÿ“š Journal: Plant Protection Science
๐Ÿ“… Year: 2024
๐ŸŒฟ Focus: Biological plant disease control

๐Ÿงช A genome-wide association study reveals that epistasis underlies the pathogenicity of Pectobacterium
๐Ÿ“š Journal: Microbiology Spectrum
๐Ÿ“… Year: 2023
๐Ÿงซ Focus: Pathogen virulence mechanisms

๐Ÿงฌ Occurrence and qPCR-based identification of Pectobacterium versatile causing soft rot in Chinese cabbage
๐Ÿ“š Journal: Plant Disease
๐Ÿ“… Year: 2023
๐Ÿฅฌ Focus: Disease diagnostics

๐Ÿงฒ Role of Zinc uptake regulator (Zur) in the virulence of Pectobacterium odoriferum
๐Ÿ“š Journal: International Journal of Molecular Sciences
๐Ÿ“… Year: 2023
๐Ÿงช Focus: Molecular plant pathology

๐ŸŒพ Genomic analyses of rice bean landraces for adaptation and yield-related loci
๐Ÿ“š Journal: Nature Communications
๐Ÿ“… Year: 2022
๐ŸŒฑ Focus: Crop breeding & adaptation

๐Ÿ‘ Peach genome analyses reveal selection patterns and fruit flavor biochemistry
๐Ÿ“š Journal: Nature Communications
๐Ÿ“… Year: 2021
๐Ÿ‘ Focus: Fruit quality & genomics

๐Ÿ” Genome structure variation and causal inversion for fruit shape in peach
๐Ÿ“š Journal: Genome Biology
๐Ÿ“… Year: 2021
๐Ÿงฌ Focus: Structural genomics

๐Ÿงซ Detection of Pectobacterium polaris causing soft rot in Chinese cabbage
๐Ÿ“š Journal: Plant Disease
๐Ÿ“… Year: 2021
๐Ÿงช Focus: Pathogen detection

๐ŸŒฟ Jasmonic acid and ethylene signaling in defense response to Pectobacterium
๐Ÿ“š Journal: Journal of Integrative Agriculture
๐Ÿ“… Year: 2021
๐Ÿงฌ Focus: Plant immune response

๐Ÿงช Rapid diagnosis of Pectobacterium carotovorum in vegetable soft rot
๐Ÿ“š Journal: Plant Disease
๐Ÿ“… Year: 2020
๐Ÿฅฆ Focus: Pathogen diagnostics

๐Ÿงฌ Comparative genomics of 84 Pectobacterium genomes
๐Ÿ“š Journal: BMC Genomics
๐Ÿ“… Year: 2018
๐Ÿงซ Focus: Pathogen evolution

๐Ÿ‘ Genome resequencing reveals evolutionary history of peach fruit edibility
๐Ÿ“š Journal: Nature Communications
๐Ÿ“… Year: 2018
๐Ÿ“ˆ Focus: Genomics and evolution

๐ŸŒฑ First report of Pseudomonas marginalis in celery stem rot
๐Ÿ“š Journal: Journal of Plant Pathology
๐Ÿ“… Year: 2018
๐Ÿฅฌ Focus: Disease report

๐Ÿฅฌ First report of Pectobacterium aroidearum in Chinese cabbage
๐Ÿ“š Journal: Plant Disease
๐Ÿ“… Year: 2018
๐Ÿ”ฌ Focus: Plant pathology

๐ŸŒณ Molecular characterization of PpMADS1 gene from peach
๐Ÿ“š Journal: Tree Genetics and Genomes
๐Ÿ“… Year: 2012
๐Ÿงฌ Focus: Gene function in peach

๐Ÿงซ Rapid identification and phylogenetic analysis of Pectobacterium carotovorum
๐Ÿ“š Journal: Journal of Plant Pathology
๐Ÿ“… Year: 2010
๐Ÿงช Focus: Plant bacteriology

Arunima Paliwal | Agronomy | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Arunima Paliwal | Agronomy | Best Researcher Awardย 

Dr. Arunima Paliwal, VCSG Uttarakhand University of Horticulture and Forestry, India.

๐ŸŒพ Dr. Arunima Paliwal is an Assistant Professor/Junior Agronomist at V.C.S.G. Uttarakhand University of Horticulture and Forestry. With a Ph.D. in Agronomy and over 34 research papers, she has made significant contributions to agricultural science. She has authored books ๐Ÿ“š, developed technologies ๐ŸŒฑ, guided M.Sc. students ๐ŸŽ“, and led extension programs ๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐ŸŒพ. Recognized with 13 awards ๐Ÿ†, Dr. Paliwal is a dedicated educator, researcher, and innovator, committed to advancing sustainable agriculture and empowering farming communities.

Hanan Ghanem | Agricultural | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Hanan Ghanem | Agricultural | Best Researcher Awardย 

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Hanan Ghanem, Field Crops research institute, Agriculture Research Center, Egypt .

๐ŸŒพ Dr. Hanan Essa Esmaeil Ghanem is an Assistant Professor at the Wheat Research Department, Agriculture Research Center, Egypt. With a Ph.D. in Plant Physiology, she specializes in wheat physiology, drought and salinity stress, and stress tolerance mechanisms. ๐ŸŒฟ She has authored international publications, supervised theses, and reviewed for reputed journals. ๐Ÿ“š With over 14 years of research experience, she is a dynamic leader and educator in plant science ๐ŸŒฑ, known for her innovative work in enhancing crop resilience under environmental stress. ๐Ÿ’ก

๐ŸŽ“ Early Academic Pursuits

Dr. Hanan Essa Esmaeil Ghanem began her scholarly journey with a Bachelor of Science in Botany and Chemistry from Mansoura University, graduating with honors in 1999. Her passion for plant sciences led her to pursue an MSc in Plant Physiology in 2007, focusing on the physiological effects of seawater irrigation on wheat. She continued with a PhD in Plant Physiology in 2015 from the same institution, where she explored biotechnological strategies to improve drought tolerance in wheat cultivars. ๐ŸŒฑ๐Ÿ“˜

๐Ÿงช Professional Endeavors

Currently an Assistant Professor at the Wheat Research Department, Field Crops Research Institute, ARC, Egypt, Dr. Hanan has significantly contributed as a team leader in national wheat breeding programs since 2002. She has supervised and reviewed multiple MSc theses and authored an international book on wheat salinity responses. Her teaching portfolio includes over four years of university-level instruction in plant physiology and biochemistry. ๐ŸŽ“๐Ÿ“š

๐Ÿ”ฌ Contributions and Research Focus On Agriculturalย 

Dr. Hananโ€™s primary research revolves around wheat physiology, drought and salinity stress, and stress tolerance mechanisms. Her expertise extends to plant-water relations, antioxidant activity, and molecular and ultrastructural studies under environmental stress. She has conducted and led numerous field and lab-based studies under challenging agro-climatic conditions, aiming to enhance wheat productivity and resilience. ๐ŸŒพ๐Ÿงช

๐ŸŒ Impact and Influence

Her research has had a meaningful impact on agricultural sustainability in arid regions. She has collaborated across institutions, trained students and researchers, and developed frameworks for understanding the genotypic and phenotypic adaptability of wheat under stress. As a reviewer for top-tier journals like BMC Plant Biology and Journal of Plant Growth Regulation, her insights contribute globally to plant science. ๐Ÿ”๐Ÿ“–

๐Ÿง  Research Skills

Dr. Ghanem is skilled in statistical analysis using SPSS and CoStat, experimental design, physiological data interpretation, and bioinformatics tools. Her expertise spans biochemistry, antioxidant mechanisms, and pre-breeding strategies, making her a multifaceted scientist with strengths in both field and laboratory settings.

๐Ÿ… Awards and Honors

Dr. Hananโ€™s academic excellence is reflected in her recognition as a distinguished book author and contributor to education development and quality assurance in Egypt. Her involvement in national and international scientific events and training programs further showcases her commitment to academic and professional growth. ๐Ÿ…

๐Ÿ”ฎ Legacy and Future Contributions

With over 14 years of research experience, Dr. Hanan continues to inspire through her multidisciplinary approach, merging plant biochemistry, physiology, and agricultural innovation. Her vision includes enhancing bio-fertilizer applications, AI integration in agriculture, and fostering the next generation of plant scientists. Her legacy is firmly rooted in Egyptโ€™s agricultural advancements, with far-reaching influence in global food security research. ๐ŸŒ๐ŸŒพ

Publications Top Notes

  • ๐Ÿ“˜ Exogenous salicylic acid and trehalose ameliorate short term drought stress in wheat cultivars
    ๐Ÿ‘ฅ H Aldesuquy, H Ghanem
    ๐Ÿ“š Journal of Horticulture 2(139), 2376-0354.1000139
    ๐Ÿ“Š 77 citations | ๐Ÿ“… 2015

  • ๐Ÿ’ง Efficacy of seawater salinity on osmotic adjustment in wheat during grain filling
    ๐Ÿ‘ฅ HS Aldesuquy, ZA Baka, OA El-Shehaby, HE Ghanem
    ๐Ÿ“š Int. J. of Plant Physiology and Biochemistry 4(3), 33-45
    ๐Ÿ“Š 30 citations | ๐Ÿ“… 2012

  • ๐ŸŒฟ Salicylic acid and trehalose protect wheat flag leaf from drought damage
    ๐Ÿ‘ฅ HS Aldesuquy, FL Ibraheem, HE Ghanem
    ๐Ÿ“š J. Agric. & Forest Meteorology Research 1(1), 13-20
    ๐Ÿ“Š 24 citations | ๐Ÿ“… 2018

  • ๐ŸŒŠ Varietal differences in growth and nucleic acids under seawater stress
    ๐Ÿ‘ฅ HS Aldesuquy, ZA Baka, OA El-Shehaby, HE Ghanem
    ๐Ÿ“š J. of Stress Physiology & Biochemistry 8(1), 24-47
    ๐Ÿ“Š 13 citations | ๐Ÿ“… 2012

  • ๐ŸŒพ Wheat drought tolerance: Morpho-physiological criteria in sandy soils
    ๐Ÿ‘ฅ HE Ghanem, MO Al-Farouk
    ๐Ÿ“š Journal of Plant Growth Regulation 43(7), 2234-2250
    ๐Ÿ“Š 12 citations | ๐Ÿ“… 2024

  • ๐ŸŒฑ Silicon alleviates alkalinity stress in sorghum by improving physiological traits
    ๐Ÿ‘ฅ HE Ghanem, HS Aldesuquy, HA Elshafii
    ๐Ÿ“š Adv. in Agricultural Technology and Plant Sciences 2, 180027
    ๐Ÿ“Š 11 citations | ๐Ÿ“… 2019

  • ๐ŸŒพ Growth and antioxidant enzyme activities in salt-stressed wheat
    ๐Ÿ‘ฅ HS Aldesuquy, ZA Baka, OA El-Shehaby, HE Ghanem
    ๐Ÿ“š Phyton 53, 153โ€“165
    ๐Ÿ“Š 10 citations | ๐Ÿ“… 2013

  • ๐ŸŒพ Salicylic acid and trehalose effects on osmotic adjustment in droughted wheat
    ๐Ÿ‘ฅ HS Aldesuquy, FL Ibraheem, HE Ghanem
    ๐Ÿ“š Adv. Agric. Tech. Plant Sci 1, 180001
    ๐Ÿ“Š 6 citations | ๐Ÿ“… 2018

  • ๐ŸŒฑ SA and trehalose impact on wheat root growth and grain yield under drought
    ๐Ÿ‘ฅ HS Aldesuquy, FL Ibraheem, HE Ghanem
    ๐Ÿ“š Nutrition & Food Science Int. Journal 7
    ๐Ÿ“Š 6 citations | ๐Ÿ“… 2018

  • ๐ŸŒฟ Silicon mitigates alkalinity stress by enhancing antioxidant defenses in sorghum
    ๐Ÿ‘ฅ HS Aldesuquy, HA Elshafii, HE Ghanem
    ๐Ÿ“š Adv. Agric. Tech. Plant Sci 1, 180002
    ๐Ÿ“Š 3 citations | ๐Ÿ“… 2018

  • ๐ŸŒพ Impact of planting techniques on yield of wheat cultivars
    ๐Ÿ‘ฅ HE Ghanem, EMA Gebrel
    ๐Ÿ“š Journal of Plant Production 15(2), 45โ€“49
    ๐Ÿ“Š 2 citations | ๐Ÿ“… 2024

  • ๐ŸŒฑ Effect of sowing dates on wheat productivity and seed quality
    ๐Ÿ‘ฅ WS Elbatrawy, A Kishk, HE Ghanem
    ๐Ÿ“š Egyptian Journal of Agricultural Research 101(2), 497โ€“504
    ๐Ÿ“Š 2 citations | ๐Ÿ“… 2023

  • ๐ŸŒพ Morpho-anatomical responses of alkalinized sorghum to silicon
    ๐Ÿ‘ฅ HE Ghanem, HS Aldesuquy, HA Elshafii
    ๐Ÿ“š Adv. Agric. Tech. Plant Sci 2, 180037
    ๐Ÿ“Š 2 citations | ๐Ÿ“… 2019