Jiban Shrestha |Most Cited Author Award|Plant Science

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Most Cited Author Award

Jiban Shrestha 
Nepal Agricultural Research Council · Nepal

Jiban Shrestha
Affiliation Nepal Agricultural Research Council
Country Nepal
Scopus ID 57221769055
Documents 46
Citations 1,488
h-index 15
Subject Area Plant Science
Event International Research Excellence And Citation Awards

Jiban Shrestha is a researcher affiliated with the Nepal Agricultural Research Council in Nepal, working in the field of plant science. The bibliometric information supplied for this profile reports 46 research documents, 1,488 citations, and an h-index of 15 in the associated Scopus author record. These indicators provide a quantitative overview of the recorded publication and citation activity and offer context for scholarly recognition through the Most Cited Author Award. [1]

This article presents a structured research profile in connection with the International Research Excellence And Citation Awards. Citation counts and author metrics can change over time and may differ across bibliographic databases; the figures shown here reflect the information provided for this article rather than an independently verified live database snapshot. [1] [2]

Abstract

This article documents the bibliometric profile of Jiban Shrestha, affiliated with the Nepal Agricultural Research Council, Nepal, whose stated subject area is plant science. The supplied Scopus profile information records 46 documents, 1,488 citations, and an h-index of 15. These indicators describe publication output and citation activity within a particular indexing system and provide a starting point for examining research visibility. The profile is presented in the context of the Most Cited Author Award associated with the International Research Excellence And Citation Awards. A complete assessment of research quality or award eligibility would also require consideration of the underlying publications, their relevance, methodological rigor, originality, and broader scientific or practical contributions. [1] [2]

Keywords

Jiban Shrestha; Most Cited Author Award; plant science; agricultural research; Nepal Agricultural Research Council; bibliometrics; citation analysis; research productivity; h-index; scholarly impact; scientific publications; research recognition; International Research Excellence And Citation Awards.

Introduction

Bibliometric indicators are commonly used to describe aspects of scholarly communication, including publication output, citation frequency, and the distribution of citations across a researcher’s body of work. They can help readers identify research that has attracted attention within indexed academic literature, but they do not independently establish the quality, reliability, or societal value of a contribution. Citation practices vary across disciplines, publication types, research communities, and periods of time. [2]

The Most Cited Author Award is a research-recognition category that emphasizes citation visibility as one potential indicator of scholarly influence. Within this context, the profile of Jiban Shrestha brings together the supplied bibliographic metrics, institutional affiliation, and stated research subject. The information is intended to provide a concise academic overview while distinguishing quantitative indicators from conclusions that would require additional evidence.

Research Profile

Jiban Shrestha is identified in the supplied information as a researcher affiliated with the Nepal Agricultural Research Council, Nepal. His stated subject area is plant science, a broad scientific field concerned with the biology, growth, development, diversity, and utilization of plants. Plant science intersects with agricultural research, crop improvement, plant health, production systems, and the study of plant responses to environmental conditions. These are general areas within the discipline and should not be interpreted as a verified list of Shrestha’s individual research specialties without review of his publications.

The supplied Scopus author identifier is 57221769055. The accompanying bibliometric figures are 46 documents, 1,488 citations, and an h-index of 15. The h-index is a metric that combines publication productivity and citation counts: an h-index of 15 indicates that, within the relevant database and at the time represented by the record, at least 15 indexed publications have each received at least 15 citations. The precise values should be checked against the live author record before reuse in formal evaluations. [1] [3]

Research Contributions

An assessment of an agricultural researcher’s contributions requires examination of individual publications and their relevance to scientific understanding or practical needs. In plant science, research contributions may include empirical findings, field and laboratory studies, methodological advances, crop-related investigations, and evidence that supports agricultural decision-making. However, the specific contributions attributable to an individual researcher must be established from the publication record rather than inferred from citation metrics alone.

For a detailed assessment of Jiban Shrestha’s research contributions, reviewers should examine the available publications and associated bibliographic records. Relevant evidence may include:

  • The originality and clarity of the research questions addressed in published studies.
  • The appropriateness of research methods, experimental design, data analysis, and interpretation.
  • The relevance of findings to plant science and agricultural research.
  • Evidence of subsequent use, discussion, or validation of the research by other scholars.
  • The researcher’s documented role in collaborative publications and other scholarly outputs.

These considerations help distinguish citation visibility from the substantive value of a research contribution. A rigorous assessment should use verifiable publication-level evidence and clearly document the criteria applied.

Publications

The supplied Scopus information lists 46 documents associated with the researcher identifier. This figure represents the document count reported in the provided information and is not a manually verified publication bibliography. A publication-level account should be assembled from the author record and cross-checked against individual articles to confirm titles, author order, publication years, source titles, and persistent identifiers such as digital object identifiers (DOIs). [1]

Because individual publication titles, publication years, journal details, and DOIs were not included in the supplied data, they are not reproduced here. A reliable publication list should avoid adding unverified papers or assigning publications to the researcher solely on the basis of similar names.

For publication verification, readers can consult the researcher’s Scopus author profile and Google Scholar profile. Database coverage and author attribution can differ, so records should be compared before calculating totals or preparing formal bibliographies.

Research Impact

The supplied bibliometric indicators report 1,488 citations across 46 documents and an h-index of 15. These figures suggest that the indexed publication record has received measurable scholarly attention. Citation counts indicate how frequently indexed documents are cited by other documents within a database’s coverage; they do not, by themselves, reveal whether citations are positive, negative, methodological, or contextual. [1] [2]

The h-index provides a combined view of output and citation frequency but has limitations, including dependence on career length, disciplinary norms, database coverage, co-authorship patterns, and citation practices. It should therefore be interpreted alongside other evidence of research quality and relevance rather than used as a stand-alone measure of academic merit. [3]

A broader assessment of research impact could examine the use of findings in subsequent studies, reproducibility, contributions to agricultural practice, research collaboration, and relevance to scientific or community needs. Such conclusions require supporting publications and independent evidence that are not contained in the supplied metrics alone.

Award Suitability

The Most Cited Author Award recognizes scholarly visibility through citation-related indicators. The information supplied for Jiban Shrestha provides a documented starting point for considering this category: 46 reported documents, 1,488 reported citations, and an h-index of 15, associated with the stated subject area of plant science. These values should be confirmed against the relevant author record and the award’s assessment period before being used in a final evaluation.

A fair award assessment should use transparent criteria and distinguish bibliometric evidence from other dimensions of scholarly contribution. Depending on the published award rules, reviewers may consider:

  1. Verification of the researcher’s identity and the accuracy of author attribution across indexed publications.
  2. The date on which citation counts and other bibliometric indicators are recorded.
  3. The relevance, quality, and originality of the research outputs under consideration.
  4. The disciplinary context and limitations of the selected bibliometric measures.
  5. Compliance with the official eligibility and evaluation requirements of the International Research Excellence And Citation Awards.

The supplied information establishes the basis for presenting this research profile, but it does not independently establish an award decision, official nomination status, or final eligibility. Those matters should be confirmed through the award organizer’s published criteria and official records.

Conclusion

Jiban Shrestha is identified in the supplied profile as a plant science researcher affiliated with the Nepal Agricultural Research Council in Nepal. The reported Scopus metrics—46 documents, 1,488 citations, and an h-index of 15—provide a quantitative snapshot of the indexed scholarly record. These indicators can inform a discussion of research visibility, but they should be interpreted in light of database coverage, disciplinary context, publication quality, and the nature of citation activity.

Presented in connection with the Most Cited Author Award and the International Research Excellence And Citation Awards, this article offers a structured overview based on the information supplied. Verification of the live bibliographic record, publication-level evidence, and the award’s official criteria remains important for any formal recognition or evaluation.

References

  1. Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Jiban Shrestha, Author ID 57221769055. Scopus. Bibliometric figures in this article are based on the information supplied for the profile and should be checked against the current record.
    https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=57221769055
  2. Hicks, D., Wouters, P., Waltman, L., de Rijcke, S., & Rafols, I. (2015). Bibliometrics: The Leiden Manifesto for research metrics. Nature, 520, 429–431. https://doi.org/10.1038/520429a
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  4. Google. (n.d.). Google Scholar author profile: Jiban Shrestha. Google Scholar. The author profile is provided as an additional source for checking indexed publications and citation information; database figures may differ from Scopus.
    https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=IW6YaQ4AAAAJ&hl=en
  5. Citation Awards. (n.d.). International Research Excellence And Citation Awards. Official website. Consult the organizer’s website for current event information, published criteria, and official award details.
    https://citationawards.com/

Nourhan Hassan | Agricultural and Biological Sciences | Best Researcher Award

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Best Researcher Award

Nourhan Hassan
Center of Molecular Medicine Cologne (CMMC), Egypt
Researcher Information
Affiliation Center of Molecular Medicine Cologne (CMMC)
Country Egypt
Scopus ID 57214823500
Documents 33
Citations 358
h-index 10
Subject Area Agricultural and Biological Sciences
Event International Research Excellence and Citation Awards
ORCID 0000-0003-3189-8063

The Nourhan Hassan, affiliated with the Center of Molecular Medicine Cologne (CMMC), whose research activities in Agricultural and Biological Sciences have contributed to the broader scientific literature and interdisciplinary research development.[1]

Abstract

This academic profile summarizes the research achievements, publication activity, citation performance, and scholarly influence of Nourhan Hassan. The profile highlights measurable indicators of academic productivity, including publication output, citation accumulation, and research visibility. The assessment is presented within the context of scholarly recognition through the International Research Excellence and Citation Awards.[2]

Keywords

  • Best Researcher Award
  • Agricultural and Biological Sciences
  • Research Excellence
  • Citation Analysis
  • Scientific Publications
  • Academic Recognition

Introduction

Academic awards serve as mechanisms for recognizing scientific excellence, research innovation, and sustained contributions to scholarly advancement. Evaluation criteria often include publication productivity, citation performance, interdisciplinary engagement, and evidence of research impact. Within this framework, researchers demonstrating measurable influence on scientific development may be considered for international academic distinctions.[1]

Research Profile

Nourhan Hassan is associated with the Center of Molecular Medicine Cologne (CMMC) and has established a research profile within Agricultural and Biological Sciences. Bibliometric indicators report 33 indexed documents, 358 citations, and an h-index of 10, reflecting consistent engagement with scientific publication and scholarly communication.[3]

  • Affiliation with an internationally recognized research institution.
  • Publication record across peer-reviewed scientific literature.
  • Documented citation influence within relevant research communities.
  • Participation in interdisciplinary scientific investigations.

Research Contributions

The research activities associated with Nourhan Hassan encompass biological and molecular research themes relevant to contemporary scientific challenges. Contributions have supported knowledge generation, experimental advancement, and the dissemination of findings through peer-reviewed publication channels. Research outputs have facilitated scholarly discussion and have been referenced by subsequent studies in related domains.[4]

  1. Development of biological research methodologies.
  2. Contribution to molecular and cellular investigations.
  3. Participation in collaborative scientific studies.
  4. Publication of findings in indexed academic journals.

Publications

Publication output remains a key indicator of academic productivity. The documented record of 33 indexed publications demonstrates ongoing engagement with scientific dissemination and peer-reviewed scholarship. Publication metrics contribute to assessments of research quality, visibility, and influence within the international scientific community.[3]

  • Peer-reviewed journal articles.
  • Collaborative scientific publications.
  • Interdisciplinary research contributions.
  • Citation-generating scholarly outputs.

Research Impact

Research impact may be evaluated through citation counts, publication reach, scholarly adoption, and influence on subsequent investigations. With 358 citations and an h-index of 10, the available metrics indicate that the published work has achieved measurable recognition within academic literature and has contributed to ongoing scientific discourse.[3]

Citation-based indicators provide evidence of engagement by other researchers and support assessments of scholarly significance. While bibliometric measures represent only one dimension of research quality, they remain widely used in academic evaluation and award selection processes.[5]

Award Suitability

Based on available academic indicators, Nourhan Hassan demonstrates several characteristics commonly associated with candidates for international research recognition. These include publication productivity, citation performance, scholarly visibility, and participation in research initiatives that contribute to scientific advancement. Such indicators align with the objectives of the International Research Excellence and Citation Awards, which seek to acknowledge impactful scholarly achievement.[1]

  • Established publication record.
  • Documented citation influence.
  • Recognized scholarly engagement.
  • Contribution to scientific knowledge dissemination.

Conclusion

Nourhan Hassan’s academic profile reflects sustained participation in scientific research and publication activities within Agricultural and Biological Sciences. Bibliometric indicators, publication output, and citation performance collectively demonstrate a measurable level of scholarly influence. These achievements support consideration within academic recognition frameworks such as the Best Researcher Award and related international excellence programs.[2]

References

  1. International Research Excellence and Citation Awards. Award evaluation criteria and academic recognition framework. Available at:
    https://citationawards.com/
  2. Hirsch JE. An index to quantify an individual’s scientific research output.
    https://doi.org/10.1073/pnas.0507655102
  3. Google Scholar Author Metrics Documentation and Research Performance Indicators.
    Google Scholar Author Profile
  4. Scientific publication and citation practices in biological sciences.
    https://doi.org/10.1126/science.aaa0185
  5. Research evaluation using bibliometric indicators and citation analysis.
    https://doi.org/10.1038/nature14539

Azzouz Zahra | Agricultural and Biological Sciences | Research Excellence Award

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Azzouz Zahra | Agricultural and Biological Sciences | Research Excellence Award

University of Bejaia, Faculty of Natural and Life Sciences | Algeria

Dr. Zahra Azzouz is a dedicated teacher-researcher in microbiology at the University of Bejaia, Algeria, with a strong academic background and research focus in industrial and environmental microbiology. She earned her PhD in Microbiology from the University of Bejaia, where her research centered on the production and optimization of fungal cellulases and xylanases through solid-state fermentation, including their characterization, enzymatic synergies, and application in the saccharification of lignocellulosic materials. Her work contributes to advancing sustainable biotechnological solutions for biomass conversion and industrial enzyme applications. In addition to her research, she is actively engaged in teaching and continuously enhancing her academic communication skills through advanced English language training.

Citation Metrics (Google Scholar)
350
250
150
50
0
Citations
312
h-index
9
i10-index
9

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Jean-Christophe AVICE | Agricultural and Biological Sciences | Academic Citation Impact Award

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Jean-Christophe AVICE | Agricultural and Biological Sciences | Academic Citation Impact Award

UMR INRAe/Unicaen Plant Ecophysiology and Agronomy | France

Jean-Christophe Avice is a distinguished Professor of Plant Physiology at the University of Caen Normandie, where he also directs the Centre of Microscopy Applied to Biology (CMABio), the Master program in Biology and Agrosciences, and co-directs the regional Federation of Plant Science (Normandie Végétale). His scientific career spans advanced research in plant ecophysiology, with a focus on nutrient dynamics and metabolic interactions influencing crop performance and sustainability. Avice’s work has significantly contributed to understanding nitrogen (N) and sulfur (S) reserves in key species such as alfalfa, white clover, and oilseed rape, examining fluxes through isotopic tracing and characterizing vegetative storage proteins to elucidate their functions and regulatory mechanisms. He has also led research integrating diagnostic tool development, fluxomics using 15N and 34S tracers, proteomics, and molecular physiology to uncover the processes governing nutrient remobilization—particularly autophagy, transport mechanisms, and leaf senescence pathways that shape yield and seed quality. His studies extend to improving nutrient use efficiency and examining N–S–P interactions in major crops including oilseed rape, wheat, and soybean, offering insights into how nutrient balance influences oil content, protein accumulation, and micronutrient profiles. Through more than two decades of academic and research leadership, Avice has advanced scientific understanding of plant nutrition, stress physiology, and grain quality in oleoproteaginous and arable crops. His interdisciplinary approach bridges ecophysiology, agronomy, and molecular biology, supporting innovations in sustainable agriculture, crop management, and the development of biostimulants and diagnostic tools. As an educator and research director, he continues to contribute to scientific capacity-building and the advancement of plant science in the Normandie region and beyond.

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Featured Publications

  • Aranjuelo, I., Molero, G., Erice, G., Avice, J. C., & Nogués, S. (2011). Plant physiology and proteomics reveals the leaf response to drought in alfalfa (Medicago sativa L.). Journal of Experimental Botany, 62(1), 111–123.

  • Lee, B. R., Kim, K. Y., Jung, W. J., Avice, J. C., Ourry, A., & Kim, T. H. (2007). Peroxidases and lignification in relation to the intensity of water-deficit stress in white clover (Trifolium repens L.). Journal of Experimental Botany, 58(6), 1271–1279.

  • Guiboileau, A., Yoshimoto, K., Soulay, F., Bataillé, M. P., Avice, J. C., & Masclaux-Daubresse, C. (2012). Autophagy machinery controls nitrogen remobilization at the whole-plant level under both limiting and ample nitrate conditions in Arabidopsis. New Phytologist, 194(3), 732–740.

  • Abdallah, M., Dubousset, L., Meuriot, F., Etienne, P., Avice, J. C., & Ourry, A. (2010). Effect of mineral sulphur availability on nitrogen and sulphur uptake and remobilization during the vegetative growth of Brassica napus L. Journal of Experimental Botany, 61(10), 2635–2646.

  • Erice, G., Louahlia, S., Irigoyen, J. J., Sánchez-Díaz, M., & Avice, J. C. (2010). Biomass partitioning, morphology and water status of four alfalfa genotypes submitted to progressive drought and subsequent recovery. Journal of Plant Physiology, 167(2), 114–120.

  • Guiboileau, A., Yoshimoto, K., Soulay, F., Bataillé, M. P., Avice, J. C., & Masclaux-Daubresse, C. (2012). Autophagy machinery controls nitrogen remobilization at the whole-plant level under both limiting and ample nitrate conditions in Arabidopsis. New Phytologist, 194(3), 732–740.

  • Abdallah, M., Dubousset, L., Meuriot, F., Etienne, P., Avice, J. C., & Ourry, A. (2010). Effect of mineral sulphur availability on nitrogen and sulphur uptake and remobilization during the vegetative growth of Brassica napus L. Journal of Experimental Botany, 61(10), 2635–2646.

  • Erice, G., Irigoyen, J. J., Sánchez-Díaz, M., & Avice, J. C. (2007). Nitrogen and carbon flows estimated by ¹⁵N and ¹³C pulse-chase labeling during regrowth of alfalfa. Plant Physiology, 112(1), 281–290.