André Rodrigues | Water Resources | Best Researcher Award

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Prof Dr. André Rodrigues | Water Resources | Best Researcher Award

Prof Dr. André Rodrigues, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, Brazil

André Ferreira Rodrigues is an Assistant Professor at the Federal University of Minas Gerais, specializing in hydraulic engineering and water resources. He holds a Ph.D. (2022), M.S. (2019), and B.S. (2017) in Water Resources from the Federal University of Lavras, guided by Prof. Dr. Carlos Rogério de Mello. Dr. Rodrigues has an impressive citation count of 201 and an H-index of 9 on ResearchGate. His research focuses on forest hydrology, soil moisture, and carbon dynamics in forest ecosystems, with numerous publications in prestigious journals.

Publication profile

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📚 Education

André Ferreira Rodrigues, Ph.D., serves as an Assistant Professor in the Hydraulic Engineering and Water Resources Department at the Federal University of Minas Gerais, Brazil. He completed his Ph.D. (2019-2022) and M.S. (2017-2019) in Water Resources from the Federal University of Lavras, under the supervision of Prof. Dr. Carlos Rogério de Mello. His academic journey began with a B.S. in Environmental Engineering from the same institution (2012-2017). 🌿🌊

🏫 Professional Experience

Since 2022, Dr. Rodrigues has been an Assistant Professor at the Federal University of Minas Gerais. Prior to this, he served as a Research Associate at the Federal University of Lavras. 🧑‍🏫🔬

🏆 Awards and Honors

he received the Best Student Award from the Federal University of Lavras, recognizing his exceptional academic performance. 🎓🌟

🌿 Research Focus

André Ferreira Rodrigues’ research primarily focuses on environmental engineering, with a strong emphasis on water resources and forest ecosystems. His work investigates soil moisture dynamics, drought impacts, and rainfall interception in tropical forests, often utilizing advanced machine learning algorithms for spatiotemporal modeling. He also explores carbon and nitrogen cycles, biotic and abiotic factors affecting forest hydrology, and long-term ecological trends in secondary forests. His research aims to enhance the understanding of forest-water interactions and their implications for environmental sustainability. 🌳💧📊

 

Publication Top Notes

  • 🌳 “Stemflow in a neotropical forest remnant: vegetative determinants, spatial distribution and correlation with soil moisture”
    Cited by: 29 | Year: 2018
  • 🌿 “Spatiotemporal modelling of soil moisture in an Atlantic forest through machine learning algorithms”
    Cited by: 28 | Year: 2021
  • 🌲 “Long-term ecological trends of small secondary forests of the Atlantic forest hotspot: A 30-year study case”
    Cited by: 24 | Year: 2021
  • 🌞 “A review of recent developments on drought characterization, propagation, and influential factors”
    Cited by: 19 | Year: 2023
  • ☔ “Modeling canopy interception under drought conditions: The relevance of evaporation and extra sources of energy”
    Cited by: 16 | Year: 2021
  • 💻 “Recursos educativos digitais: um serviço público”
    Cited by: 15 | Year: 2010
  • 🌧️ “Throughfall spatial variability in a neotropical forest: Have we correctly accounted for time stability?”
    Cited by: 12 | Year: 2022
  • 💧 “Water balance of an Atlantic forest remnant under a prolonged drought period”
    Cited by: 10 | Year: 2021
  • 🌱 “The inverted forest: Aboveground and notably large belowground carbon stocks and their drivers in Brazilian savannas”
    Cited by: 8 | Year: 2023
  • 🌿 “Evapotranspiration under Drought Conditions: The Case Study of a Seasonally Dry Atlantic Forest”
    Cited by: 8 | Year: 2022
  • 🌧️ “Rainfall water quality under different forest stands”
    Cited by: 8 | Year: 2019
  • 🌲 “Spatial and temporal patterns in carbon and nitrogen inputs by net precipitation in Atlantic forest, Brazil”
    Cited by: 7 | Year: 2022

 

Gezimu Gelu | Agricultural Water Management Award | Young Scientist Award

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Mr. Gezimu Gelu | Agricultural Water Management Award | Young Scientist Award

Mr. Gezimu Gelu, Kitami Institute of technology, Japan

Gezimu Gelu Otoro, a dedicated scholar in Hydraulic and Environmental Engineering, holds a BSc in Water Resources and Irrigation Management, and an MSc in Irrigation and Drainage Engineering. Currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Japan, Gezimu’s research focuses on enhancing irrigation efficiency in Ethiopia. With extensive experience as a Research Coordinator and Associate Researcher, Gezimu has published numerous papers and received grants for his work. Adept in computer skills and fluent in English and Amharic, Gezimu excels in research, data analysis, and dissemination, aiming to revolutionize agricultural practices. 🌱🔬📚

 

Publication Profile

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Education 📚

Gezimu Gelu Otoro pursued his academic journey in water resources and irrigation management, earning a BSc from Mekelle University and an MSc from Arba Minch University in Ethiopia. Now, he’s embarking on a Ph.D. in Hydraulic and Environmental Engineering at Kitami Institute of Technology, Japan.

Experiences 🌱

Gezimu’s professional journey includes roles as a Coordinator of Natural Resources Research and an Associate Irrigation and Drainage Researcher at Arba Minch Agricultural Research Center. He spearheaded various projects, from planning and managing budgets to publishing research findings in reputable journals.

Research Focus

Gezimu Gelu Otoro’s research predominantly centers on optimizing agricultural practices, particularly in water resource management and irrigation efficiency. His studies delve into the intricate dynamics of water allocation, crop response to supplemental irrigation, and the impact of irrigation regimes on crop yield and water use efficiency. Gezimu’s work spans various crops, including hot pepper, haricot bean, and onion, with a focus on addressing moisture stress areas in Southern Ethiopia. Through his publications and contributions, Gezimu aims to enhance agricultural productivity while ensuring sustainable water utilization, paving the way for improved farming practices and agricultural resilience. 🌱💧

 

Publication Top Notes

  1. Optimal agricultural water allocation for enhanced productivity of hot pepper (Capsicum annum L) and economic gain: an experimental study from Southern Ethiopia
    • Published in Cogent Food & Agriculture in 2024 🌱
  2. Salinity stress response of rice diversity panel – Walia Lab – Uni Nebraska – Part III
    • Published in 2024🔬
  3. Field evaluation of haricot bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) response to supplemental irrigation in Arba Minch area: Southern Ethiopia
    • Published in Irrigation and Drainage in 2023 💧
  4. Alternative Furrow Irrigation Effect on Onion (Allium cepa L.) Yield and Water Use Efficiency: Evidence from Ethiopia
    • Published in Communications in Soil Science and Plant Analysis in 2023🌱
  5. The Effect of deficit irrigation on Onion yield and water use efficiency: Concerning moisture stress areas of Arba Minch, Southern Ethiopia
    • Published in Ethiopian Journal of Water Science and Technology in 2021💧
  6. Evaluation of Irrigation Regime for Onion (Allium Cepa L.), at Arbaminch Zuria District in SNNPRS, Ethiopia
    • Published in Global Journal of Science Frontier Research in 2020🌱
  7. Baseline Survey for Identification and Documentation of Natural Resources Management Status, Challenges and Opportunities for Research Interventions, Case Study of Melokoza District, Southern Ethiopia
    • Published in Advances in Crop Science and Technology in 2018🌱
  8. Evaluation of Furrow Irrigation Systems on Onion Yield and Water Use Efficiency in Melokoza Woreda, Southern Ethiopia
    • Published in Irrigation & Drainage Systems Engineering in 2018💧