Azadeh Safadoust | Agricultural and Biological Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Azadeh Safadoust | Agricultural and Biological Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Dr Azadeh Safadoust, Bu-Ali Sina University, Iran

Dr. Azadeh Safadoust is a distinguished graduate from Iran University of Medical Sciences, holding a Master of Science in Mental Health, where she focused on domestic violence risk prediction using machine learning and social media analysis. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Kharazmi University, graduating with honors. Dr. Safadoust is actively involved in research, having authored several publications on topics such as intimate partner violence and treatment-resistant obsessive-compulsive disorder. Her commitment to mental health research is complemented by her leadership roles in student organizations. 🌍📊💻

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Education 

Dr. Safadoust holds a PhD in Soil Science from Bu Ali Sina University (2011), where she focused on the transport of E. coli and bromide through soil columns, under the supervision of Prof. Ali Akbar Mahboubi. Her educational foundation also includes an MSc in Soil Physics (2005) and a BSc in Agriculture-Soil Science (2001), both from Bu Ali Sina University. This strong academic background underpins her research expertise in soil management and environmental impacts.

Teaching and Supervising Experience 

Since 2011, Dr. Safadoust has served as an Assistant Professor at Bu Ali Sina University, where she teaches various undergraduate and graduate courses related to soil science. Her roles include supervising PhD and master’s theses on advanced topics such as the transport of contaminants through soil and the effects of soil amendments on soil properties. This demonstrates her commitment to fostering the next generation of researchers and her expertise in complex soil science issues. 

Research Contributions 

Dr. Safadoust has authored numerous publications, including journal articles and book chapters, that highlight her research on soil physics, contaminant transport, and soil management practices. Notable publications include: 

  • “Bacterial filtration rates in repacked and weathered soil columns” (2011) in Geoderma. 
  • “Effect of regenerated soil structure on unsaturated transport of Escherichia coli and bromide” (2012) in Journal of Hydrology. 
  • “Least limiting water range as affected by soil texture and cropping system” (2014) in Agricultural Water Management. 

These publications reflect her contributions to understanding the dynamics of soil health and water management, which are crucial for sustainable agricultural practices. 

Publication top notes

Comparison of three models describing bromide transport affected by different soil structure types

Long-term cultivation and landscape position effects on aggregate size and organic carbon fractionation on surface soil properties in semi-arid region of Iran

Temperature effect on the transport of bromide and E. coli NAR in saturated soils

Bromide and lithium transport in soils under long-term cultivation of alfalfa and wheat

Least limiting water range as affected by soil texture and cropping system

Conclusion 

Dr. Azadeh Safadoust’s blend of educational credentials, teaching experience, and significant research contributions make her an exceptional candidate for the Research for Best Researcher Award. Her work not only advances academic knowledge in soil science but also has practical implications for agricultural sustainability and environmental management. 

Abbas Amini | Social Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Abbas Amini | Social Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor in Geography and Rural Planning, University of Isfahan, Iran

🌍 Associate Professor in Geography and Rural Planning at the University of Isfahan, Iran. He earned his Ph.D. in Geography and Rural Planning (2009) and his M.Sc. in Rural Development (2002) from Razi University. His B.Sc. in Farm Machinery was completed at Isfahan University of Technology (1999). Dr. Amini’s research includes a M.Sc. thesis on mathematical models for the dairy industry and a Ph.D. thesis focused on optimal cropping patterns in Isfahan using goal programming. His work contributes significantly to sustainable rural development and agricultural planning. 📚🌱

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Education

Ph.D. in Geography and Rural Planning, University of Isfahan, Iran (2009)
Dr. Amini’s doctoral education solidified his knowledge in geographical sciences and rural planning. His advanced studies focused on developing strategies for optimizing agricultural land use, a critical area in sustainable resource management.

M.Sc. in Rural Development, Razi University, Kermanshah, Iran (2002)
His master’s degree in rural development allowed him to examine socio-economic factors affecting rural areas, furthering his expertise in planning and development strategies relevant to rural economies.

B.Sc. in Farm Machinery, Isfahan University of Technology, Iran (1999)
Dr. Amini’s undergraduate degree laid a strong foundation in technical aspects of agriculture, complementing his later work in rural planning with practical agricultural insights.

Research Contributions

M.Sc. Thesis: “A Mathematical Location Allocation Model in Dairy Industry (Examined in Kermanshah Province)”
In his M.Sc. thesis, Dr. Amini developed a mathematical model for optimal facility location in the dairy industry, addressing efficient resource distribution in agricultural settings. This research is relevant for rural infrastructure development and effective agricultural planning.

Ph.D. Thesis: “Determining Optimal Cropping Pattern in the East Region Farming Lands of Isfahan (Baraan Region), Using Multiple Criteria Goal Programming Approach”
His Ph.D. work used a goal programming approach to create a model for determining ideal crop patterns. This innovative solution addresses the complex balance between resource availability and sustainable agriculture, demonstrating Dr. Amini’s commitment to applied research in rural and environmental planning.

Conclusion

Dr. Abbas Amini’s educational achievements and research contributions underscore his suitability for the Best Researcher Award. His work focuses on practical solutions for agricultural planning, rural development, and resource optimization, addressing key issues in geographical and environmental sciences. This combination of applied research and academic rigor makes him a distinguished candidate for recognition in his field.

 

Publication Top Notes

  • Water resources sustainability and optimal cropping pattern in farming systems; a multi-objective fractional goal programming approach 🌊📊 – Cited by 132, 2010
  • Sustainable allocation of agricultural lands and water resources using suitability analysis and mathematical multi-objective programming 🌱💧 – Cited by 84, 2017
  • Soil suitability analysis and evaluation of pistachio orchard farming, using canonical multivariate analysis 🌳🔍 – Cited by 42, 2019
  • Application of fuzzy multi-objective programming in optimization of crop production planning 🌾✨ – Cited by 16, 2015
  • An Analysis of the Rural Community Evaluation of Village Administrations’ performance Using Structural Equation Modeling 🏘️📈 – Cited by 14, 2014
  • A multi-criteria group decision making approach for rural industrial site selection using fuzzy TOPSIS in central Iran 🏭🤔 – Cited by 13, 2015
  • Evaluation of rice production sustainability using multi criteria decision making methods: the case of Rezvanshahr county 🍚📊 – Cited by 9, 2015
  • Structural Modeling and Casual Interpretation of Rural Communities’ Self-Evaluation of Quality of Life and Its Determinants 🏡💡 – Cited by 7, 2017
  • Agricultural commercialization in rural farming systems and causal interpretation of its determinants using structural equation modeling and path analysis 📊🌾 – Cited by 7, 2016
  • Measuring food security and its determinants in rural areas: a case study of the farmers in the central district of Ravansar, Kermanshah 🍽️📉 – Cited by 6, 2017