Sean Limesand | Agriculture | Best Paper Award

Best Paper Award

Sean Limesand
Affiliation University of Arizona
Country United States
Scopus ID 6506451674
Documents 117
Citations 3,801
h-index 37
Subject Area Agriculture
Event International Research Excellence and Best Paper AwardsBest Paper Awards
ORCID 0000-0002-5851-0439

Sean Limesand

Sean Limesand of University of Arizona, United States is recognized with the Best Paper Award for research excellence in the field of Agriculture [1]. The recognized research, titled “Oxygen and glucose supplementation increases rates of linear growth and cell proliferation in growth-restricted fetal sheep”, examines the effects of oxygen and glucose supplementation on growth and cellular proliferation in growth-restricted fetal sheep.

Abstract

This article recognizes Sean Limesand with the Best Paper Award for research excellence in Agriculture [1]. The recognized paper, “Oxygen and glucose supplementation increases rates of linear growth and cell proliferation in growth-restricted fetal sheep”, investigates how oxygen and glucose supplementation affects linear growth and cell proliferation in a growth-restricted fetal sheep model. The study addresses biological processes relevant to fetal growth, nutrient availability, oxygenation, and developmental physiology.

Keywords

Best Paper Award, Sean Limesand, Agriculture, Fetal Growth, Growth-Restricted Fetal Sheep, Oxygen Supplementation, Glucose Supplementation, Cell Proliferation, Linear Growth, Developmental Physiology, Fetal Development, Animal Science.

Introduction

The awarded research examines the relationship between oxygen and glucose availability and developmental processes in growth-restricted fetal sheep [2]. Fetal growth restriction is associated with altered developmental conditions, and experimental studies of nutrient and oxygen supplementation can provide insight into biological mechanisms underlying growth and cellular responses.

Research Profile

Sean Limesand is affiliated with the University of Arizona in the United States and is associated with the subject area of Agriculture. The provided academic information records 117 documents, 3,801 citations, and an h-index of 37 [1]. These bibliometric indicators provide context for the researcher’s indexed scholarly record.

Research Contributions

The recognized paper contributes to agricultural and animal-development research by investigating the effects of oxygen and glucose supplementation on linear growth and cell proliferation in growth-restricted fetal sheep [3]. The research brings together experimental physiology, fetal development, nutrient availability, and cellular growth.

Publications

The principal publication associated with this recognition is “Oxygen and glucose supplementation increases rates of linear growth and cell proliferation in growth-restricted fetal sheep.” The supplied information identifies this paper as the research basis for the Best Paper Award recognition in Agriculture [1].

Research Impact

The provided academic information records 3,801 citations across 117 documents, together with an h-index of 37 [1]. These indicators demonstrate substantial citation activity within the researcher’s indexed scholarly record.

Award Suitability

The Best Paper Award recognizes research demonstrating academic quality, relevance, originality, and meaningful contribution to its respective discipline [4]. The recognized work by Sean Limesand aligns with these objectives through its focused investigation of oxygen and glucose supplementation in growth-restricted fetal sheep.

Conclusion

Sean Limesand is recognized for research in Agriculture addressing fetal growth, oxygen and glucose supplementation, and cell proliferation. The recognized publication, “Oxygen and glucose supplementation increases rates of linear growth and cell proliferation in growth-restricted fetal sheep,” examines developmental responses in a growth-restricted fetal sheep model.

External Links

References

  1. Sean Limesand – Scopus Author Profile. Scopus Author ID 6506451674.
    https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=6506451674
  2. Sean Limesand – ORCID Profile. ORCID identifier 0000-0002-5851-0439.
    https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5851-0439
  3. Best Paper Awards. Best Paper Awards website and award information.
    https://bestpaperawards.com/

Pei Lv | Agriculture | Best Paper Awards

Best Paper Award

Pei Lv
Affiliation Anhui Agricultural University
Country China
Scopus ID 57192577288
Documents 20
Citations 295
h-index 10
Subject Area Agriculture
Event International Research Excellence and Best Paper AwardsBest Paper Awards
ORCID 0000-0002-7519-7640

Pei Lv

Pei Lv of China is recognized with the Best Paper Award for research excellence in the field of Agriculture [1]. The recognized research, titled “Synthesis and effect on seed germination and growth of 5-(thio) phenol-3-methylfuran-2 (5H)-one analogues as strigolactone mimics”, investigates synthetic analogues associated with strigolactone-mimic activity and their effects on seed germination and plant growth.

Abstract

This article recognizes Pei Lv with the Best Paper Award for research excellence in Agriculture [1]. The recognized paper, “Synthesis and effect on seed germination and growth of 5-(thio) phenol-3-methylfuran-2 (5H)-one analogues as strigolactone mimics”, focuses on the synthesis and biological effects of chemical analogues designed to mimic strigolactone-related activity. The study is relevant to research on plant growth regulation, seed germination, and chemical approaches to understanding strigolactone-mediated processes.

Keywords

Best Paper Award, Pei Lv, Agriculture, Strigolactone Mimics, Seed Germination, Plant Growth, 5-(Thio) Phenol-3-Methylfuran-2 (5H)-one Analogues, Plant Growth Regulation, Chemical Synthesis, Agricultural Research.

Introduction

The awarded research examines synthetic compounds developed as potential strigolactone mimics and evaluates their effects on seed germination and plant growth [2]. Strigolactones are a class of plant hormones and signaling molecules that are associated with several aspects of plant development and interactions in the rhizosphere. Research into synthetic analogues can therefore contribute to the broader understanding of chemical regulation of plant developmental processes.

The paper’s emphasis on 5-(thio) phenol-3-methylfuran-2 (5H)-one analogues connects chemical synthesis with biological evaluation. Studying the effects of such compounds on seed germination and growth provides an experimental basis for assessing their potential as strigolactone-mimicking molecules [3].

Research Profile

Pei Lv is associated with the subject area of Agriculture and is identified by Scopus Author ID 57192577288 [1]. The provided academic information records 20 documents, 295 citations, and an h-index of 10. These indicators provide bibliometric context for the researcher’s indexed scholarly activity.

The researcher is also associated with the ORCID identifier 0000-0002-7519-7640 [2]. Persistent researcher identifiers such as Scopus Author IDs and ORCID identifiers help distinguish scholarly records and facilitate discovery of research outputs.

Research Contributions

The recognized paper contributes to agricultural and plant-science research through the synthesis and evaluation of 5-(thio) phenol-3-methylfuran-2 (5H)-one analogues as potential strigolactone mimics [3]. Its central research theme links the preparation of synthetic chemical structures with their observed influence on seed germination and plant growth.

The study is relevant to investigations of plant signaling and growth regulation because synthetic analogues can be used as experimental tools for examining biological responses associated with strigolactone-like activity. The combination of chemical synthesis and biological assessment represents an interdisciplinary approach involving agricultural science, plant biology, and chemistry [3].

Publications

The principal publication associated with this recognition is the paper titled “Synthesis and effect on seed germination and growth of 5-(thio) phenol-3-methylfuran-2 (5H)-one analogues as strigolactone mimics.” The provided information identifies this work as the research basis for the Best Paper Award recognition in Agriculture [1].

The supplied Scopus information records a scholarly profile containing 20 documents. No additional publication titles, DOI numbers, journal information, publication dates, or bibliographic records were provided in the supplied data; therefore, no additional publication details are asserted here.

Research Impact

The provided academic profile records 295 citations across 20 documents, together with an h-index of 10 [1]. These bibliometric measures indicate measurable citation activity associated with the researcher’s indexed scholarly record.

The recognized study has relevance to agricultural research concerned with seed germination, plant growth, chemical signaling, and synthetic approaches to plant-regulatory compounds. Its focus on strigolactone mimics provides a specific research connection between molecular design and experimentally observed plant responses [3].

Award Suitability

The Best Paper Award recognizes research demonstrating academic quality, relevance, originality, and contribution to its respective discipline [4]. The recognized research by Pei Lv aligns with these objectives through its investigation of synthesized analogues and their effects on seed germination and plant growth.

The paper’s interdisciplinary character, connecting chemical synthesis with plant-growth responses, provides a relevant basis for recognition within Agriculture. The research addresses a specialized topic involving strigolactone-mimicking compounds and biological responses in plants [3].

Conclusion

Pei Lv is recognized for research in Agriculture centered on the synthesis and evaluation of chemical analogues functioning as potential strigolactone mimics. The recognized publication, “Synthesis and effect on seed germination and growth of 5-(thio) phenol-3-methylfuran-2 (5H)-one analogues as strigolactone mimics,” addresses the relationship between synthetic compounds, seed germination, and plant growth.

With 20 documents, 295 citations, and an h-index of 10 according to the provided academic information, the researcher has an established indexed scholarly record [1]. The Best Paper Award recognition highlights the relevance of the selected research to agricultural and plant-science investigations.

External Links

References

  1. Pei Lv – Scopus Author Profile. Scopus Author ID 57192577288.
    https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=57192577288
  2. Pei Lv – ORCID Profile. ORCID identifier 0000-0002-7519-7640.
    https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7519-7640
  3. Best Paper Awards. Best Paper Awards website and award information.
    https://bestpaperawards.com/

Gulay Kacar | Biological control | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Gulay Kacar | Biological control | Best Researcher Award

Professor at Bolu Abant Izzet Baysal University, Turkey.

Prof. Dr. Gulay Kaçar is a leading expert in agricultural entomology and plant protection. She is a professor at Bolu Abant Izzet Baysal University, specializing in biological pest control, integrated pest management (IPM), and insect ecology. She earned her Ph.D. in Plant Protection from Cukurova University and completed a postdoctoral fellowship at the University of California, Berkeley. With extensive research on pest management in olives, potatoes, and hazelnuts, she has supervised numerous graduate theses and led national and international projects. Her work focuses on sustainable agricultural practices and enhancing biological control strategies for economically significant pests.

Publication Profile

Scopus

Google Scholar

Educational Details

  • Post Doctorate (2013-2014): University of California, Berkeley, USA – Environmental Science, Policy, and Management
  • Doctorate (2006-2011): Cukurova University, Turkiye – Plant Protection
    • Thesis: Biological control of Palpita unionalis in Eastern Mediterranean olive trees
  • Master’s (2004-2006): Cukurova University, Turkiye – Plant Protection
    • Thesis: Population development of Prays oleae in different olive varieties
  • Bachelor’s (1988-1992): Cukurova University, Turkiye – Agriculture Faculty, Plant Protection

Professional Experience

  • Full Professor (2022-Present): Bolu Abant Izzet Baysal University, Turkiye – Faculty of Agriculture, Plant Protection Department, Entomology Section
  • Associate Professor (2017-2022): Bolu Abant Izzet Baysal University
  • Assistant Professor (2014-2017): Bolu Abant Izzet Baysal University
  • Postdoctoral Researcher (2013-2014): University of California, Berkeley – Environmental Science, Policy, and Management
  • Researcher (2006-2013): Adana Biological Control Research Institute, Turkiye

Research Interest

Agricultural entomology, biological pest control, integrated pest management (IPM), insect ecology, and plant protection strategies

Top Noted Publication

  • Host Stage Preference, Efficacy, and Fecundity of Parasitoids Attacking Drosophila suzukii in Newly Invaded Areas

    • Authors: Stacconia, M. V. R., Buffington, M., Daane, K. M., Dalton, D. T., Grassi, et al.
    • Journal: Biological Control
    • Volume & Pages: 84, 28–35
    • Citations: 177 (2015)
    • Summary: This study investigates the host stage preference and reproductive success of parasitoids that attack Drosophila suzukii in newly invaded regions. It evaluates the effectiveness of different parasitoid species in controlling this invasive pest.
  • Life-History and Host Preference of Trichopria drosophilae, a Pupal Parasitoid of Spotted Wing Drosophila

    • Authors: Wang, X. G., Kaçar, G., Biondi, A., Daane, K. M.
    • Journal: BioControl
    • Volume & Pages: 61, 387-397
    • Citations: 106 (2016)
    • Summary: This research examines the life-history traits and host preferences of Trichopria drosophilae, a key parasitoid of Drosophila suzukii, providing insights into its potential for biological control.
  • Foraging Efficiency and Outcomes of Interactions of Two Extant Parasitoids Attacking the Invasive Spotted Wing Drosophila

    • Authors: Wang, X. G., Kaçar, G., Biondi, A., Daane, K. M.
    • Journal: Biological Control
    • Volume & Pages: 96, 64–71
    • Citations: 103 (2016)
    • Summary: This study explores the foraging behavior and interactions between two parasitoid species in controlling Drosophila suzukii, evaluating their potential for biological control programs.
  • Linear Functional Response by Two Pupal Drosophila Parasitoids Foraging Within Single or Multiple Patch Environments

    • Authors: Kaçar, G., Wang, X. G., Biondi, A., Daane, K. M.
    • Journal: PLoS One
    • Volume & Issue: 12(8), e0183525
    • Citations: 67 (2017)
    • Summary: This paper investigates the functional response of two pupal parasitoids of Drosophila suzukii, analyzing their foraging behavior in different patch environments.
  • Overwintering Survival of Drosophila suzukii (Diptera: Drosophilidae) and the Effect of Food on Adult Survival in California’s Central Valley

    • Authors: Kaçar, G., Wang, X. G., Stewart, T. J., Daane, K. M.
    • Journal: Environmental Entomology
    • Citations: 52* (2016)
    • Summary: This study evaluates the overwintering survival of Drosophila suzukii in California’s Central Valley and the influence of food availability on adult survival, providing insights for pest management strategies.

Conclusion

Prof. Gulay Kaçar is an excellent candidate for the Best Researcher Award. Her work in biological pest control and agricultural entomology has had a significant impact, demonstrated by high citation counts and practical applications in sustainable agriculture. Her strong academic leadership, international collaborations, and research output make her a worthy recipient of the award. Strengthening global partnerships and increasing industry outreach could further elevate her research contributions.