Farahnaz Rostami | Agricultural Extension and Education | Women Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Farahnaz Rostami | Agricultural Extension and Education | Women Researcher Award

 Razi University | Iran   

Dr. Farahnaz Rostami is a distinguished researcher and academic whose work centers on sustainable agriculture, food security, and environmental governance. Her research interests span agroecology, organic agriculture, GM crops, land and food policies, agrarian change, sustainable livelihoods, and the vulnerability of farmers. She is deeply engaged in advancing decision support systems and fuzzy modeling approaches, integrating both qualitative and quantitative methodologies to address complex agricultural and environmental challenges. Dr. Rostami has taught a diverse range of courses, including food policy, principles of organic farming, agrarian change, sustainable rangeland management, and the application of GM crops in developing countries. Her teaching reflects a holistic approach that bridges science, policy, and practice. Recognized for her academic excellence, she has received multiple honors as the best graduate at the bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral levels, as well as the Best Researcher Award at Razi University. Fluent in English, Kurdish, and Persian, Dr. Rostami is proficient in professional software such as SPSS, MATLAB, Statistica, NVivo, and Smart PLS. She has conducted numerous international workshops on land governance, environmental management, and fuzzy logic applications in agriculture. As a reviewer for prestigious journals like Biotechnology Advances and Land Use Policy, Dr. Rostami continues to contribute significantly to the fields of agricultural development, sustainability, and environmental decision-making.

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Featured  Publications 

Sadati, S. A., Ghobadi, F. R., Sadati, S. A., Mohamadi, Y., Sharifi, O., & Asakereh, A. (2010). Survey of effective factors on adoption of crop insurance among farmers: A case study of Behbahan County. African Journal of Agricultural Research, 5(16), 2237–2242.

Asadi, A., Akbari, M., Fami, H. S., Iravani, H., Rostami, F., & Sadati, A. (2008). Poverty alleviation and sustainable development: The role of social capital. Journal of Social Sciences, 4(3), 202–215.

Attarod, P., Rostami, F., Dolatshahi, A., Sadeghi, S. M. M., & Amiri, G. Z. (2016). Do changes in meteorological parameters and evapotranspiration affect declining oak forests of Iran? Environmental Monitoring and Assessment, 188(10), 44.*

Rostami, F., Osquee, H. O., Mahdavi, F., & Dousti, S. (2020). Development of a new psychometric assessment tool for predicting hepatitis B virus infection in pregnant women. International Journal of Women’s Health and Reproduction Sciences, 8(3), 297–302.

Amiri, A., Geravandi, S., & Rostami, F. (2021). Potential effects of school garden on students' knowledge, attitude and experience: A pilot project on sixth grade students in Iran. Urban Forestry & Urban Greening, 62, 127174.

Dr. Inzamam Ul Haq – Plant Protection – Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Inzamam Ul Haq - Plant Protection - Best Researcher Award

Fujian Agriculture and Forestry University, Fuzhou, China - China

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🌱 Early academic pursuits

Inzamam Ul Haq's academic journey began with a strong foundation in entomology and crop protection. he earned his m.sc. (hons.) in agricultural entomology from the university of agriculture, faisalabad, pakistan, where he delved into understanding the effects of irrigation regimens on systemic insecticides against the whitefly bemisia tabaci. with a cgpa of 3.52/4.00, he demonstrated a consistent dedication to his studies. further advancing his expertise, he completed his ph.d. in entomology (plant protection) from gansu agricultural university, china, achieving an impressive 85.8% marks. his doctoral research focused on eco-friendly management strategies for the fall armyworm, spodoptera frugiperda, and comparative satellitome analysis of its geographically distant populations.

🏢 Professional endeavors

Inzamam’s professional career reflects his commitment to both research and education. he began as a research internee at the ayub agricultural research institute, faisalabad, pakistan, where he gained hands-on experience in agricultural research. later, he served as a school teacher in the punjab education department, pakistan, nurturing young minds. currently, he is a postdoctoral researcher at fujian agriculture and forestry university, china, where he continues to make significant strides in plant protection and entomological studies.

🔬 Contributions and research focus

Inzamam’s research primarily revolves around sustainable and eco-friendly pest management solutions. his ph.d. research contributed valuable insights into the control of spodoptera frugiperda, a major pest impacting global agriculture. he explored the satellitome analysis and transposable elements in its geographically Plant Protection distinct populations, enhancing the understanding of pest adaptability and management. during his m.sc., he investigated the interaction between irrigation regimens and systemic insecticides in combating whiteflies, contributing to optimized pest control practices in cotton crops.

🏅 Accolades and recognition

Inzamam's academic and research achievements are evident in his stellar academic performance and his growing presence in the scientific community. with Plant Protection publications indexed in renowned platforms like google scholar and researchgate, he has established himself as a promising researcher in the field of entomology. his ability to secure international academic positions highlights the recognition of his work on a global scale.

🌍 Impact and influence

Inzamam’s work addresses critical challenges in agriculture, particularly the sustainable management of pests that threaten food security worldwide. his Plant Protection contributions to understanding the genetic and ecological aspects of pests like the fall armyworm provide a foundation for developing targeted and environmentally friendly control strategies. his research also influences policy-making and farming practices, ensuring a balance between productivity and sustainability.

🔗 Legacy and future contributions

with a deep-rooted passion for entomology and crop protection, inzamam is poised to leave a lasting legacy in sustainable agriculture. as a postdoctoral researcher, he aims to broaden his research into innovative pest management solutions using advanced genetic and ecological tools. his future work is expected to further bridge the gap between research and practical implementation, benefiting both farmers and ecosystems.

Notable Publications 

  • Title: Interactions Between Nanoparticles and Tomato Plants: Influencing Host Physiology and the Tomato Leafminer’s Molecular Response
    Authors: Inzamam Ul Haq, Xiangyun Cai, Habib Ali, Muhammad Rehan Akhtar, Muhammad Adeel Ghafar, Moazam Hyder, Youming Hou
    Journal: Nanomaterials
  • Title: Characteristics of Rapeseed (Brassica rapa L.) genome DREB family demonstrate their roles in stress
    Authors: Yi Gong, Zejiang Qiu, Weihai Hou, Inzamam Ul Haq, Muhammad Rizwan Shafiq, Badr Alharthi
    Journal: Plant Stress
  • Title: Drought reduced the adaptability of Myzus persicae on drought-tolerant potato cultivars
    Authors: Ke-Xin Zhang, Chun-Yan Lin, Hui-Ping Liu, Inzamam UI Haq, Peter Quandahor, Yu-Ping Gou, Chun-Chun Li, Ze-Yuan Yang, Chang-Zhong Liu
    Journal: Entomologia Generalis
  • Title: Do Phagostimulants, Alone or Combined with Ammonium Acetate, Di-Ammonium Phosphate, and Acetic Acid, Effectively Attract Both Sexes of Peach Fruit Flies, Bactrocera zonata (Diptera: Tephritidae)? Insights from Laboratory and Field Bioassays
    Authors: Muhammad Junaid Nisar, Muhammad Dildar Gogi, Asim Abbasi, Bilal Atta, Qudsia Yousafi, Inzamam Ul Haq, Mishal Subhan, Hayssam M. Ali, Waleed A. A. Alsakkaf, Mohamed S. Basiouny
    Journal: Insects
  • Title: Replacing soybean meal with lesser mealworm Alphitobius diaperinus improves broiler productive performances, haematology, intestinal morphology and meat quality
    Authors: M. Sajjad, M. Binyameen, Asif Sajjad, M. Sarmad, A. Abbasi, E.U. Khan, I.U. Haq, Mishal Subhan, A.R. Alhimaidi, R.A. Amran
    Journal: Journal of Insects as Food and Feed