Kostas Triantaphyllopoulos | Agricultural and Biological Sciences | Academic Excellence Citation Award

Kostas Triantaphyllopoulos | Agricultural and Biological Sciences | Academic Excellence Citation Award

Agricultural University of Athens | Greece

Professor Kostas A. Triantaphyllopoulos is an accomplished geneticist and academic specializing in molecular biology, genetics, and epigenetics. He earned his PhD with highest honors from the University of Patras in 1994 and subsequently spent over a decade as a senior research fellow in the United Kingdom, contributing extensively to biomedical research. He currently serves as an Assistant Professor of Genetics at the Agricultural University of Athens, where he is actively involved in both teaching and research. His work focuses on molecular mechanisms underlying health and disease, as well as gene–environment interactions and epigenetic regulation. With a strong background in molecular techniques, animal models, and computational studies, he has authored numerous high-impact publications with significant citation records. He has also received multiple academic awards and scholarships throughout his career and is an active member of several international scientific societies.

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Asif Iqbal | Agricultural and Biological Sciences | Most Cited Article Award

Asif Iqbal | Agricultural and Biological Sciences | Most Cited Article Award

Department of Agriculture, Hazara University Mansehra | Pakistan

Dr. Asif Iqbal is an accomplished agronomist specializing in crop production, plant nutrition, and plant stress physiology. He earned his B.Sc. (Hons) and M.Sc. (Hons) in Agronomy with a Gold Medal and completed his Ph.D. on nitrogen use efficiency in cotton from the Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, followed by a postdoctoral fellowship on phosphorus use efficiency in cotton. He has held academic and research positions, including Associate Professor at Peking University Institute of Advanced Agricultural Sciences, and is currently serving as an Assistant Professor at Hazara University. His research focuses on genetic evaluation of crop germplasm and adaptive mechanisms under biotic and abiotic stresses. He has received multiple prestigious scholarships and awards and has contributed extensively to scientific literature with numerous journal articles, books, and conference publications, while also serving as a reviewer and editorial board member for international journals.

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Sustainable enhancement of apricot (Prunus armeniaca L.) yield through foliar application of potassium silicate and glycine

– Journal of the Science of Food and Agriculture, 2026

Exogenous silicon enhances the salt tolerance of cotton seedlings by regulating water status through abscisic acid and aquaporin

– Journal of the Science of Food and Agriculture, 2026

Soil alkalinity and cotton production: Challenges, physiological effects, and sustainable solutions

– Review Article, 2026

Root-microbiome synergy drives phosphorus acquisition in cotton: Genotype-specific recruitment of beneficial taxa under low phosphorus stress

– Industrial Crops and Products, 2026

Nagamaniammai Govindarajan | Agricultural | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nagamaniammai Govindarajan | Agricultural | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nagamaniammai Govindarajan, SRM Institute of Science and Technology, India

Dr. Nagamaniammai Govindarajan is an Associate Professor in the Department of Food Process Engineering at SRM Institute of Science and Technology, India. She is an accomplished academician, researcher, and industry expert with over 21 years of experience spanning academia, corporate roles, quality assurance, research and development, and entrepreneurship.

Education:

Dr. Nagamaniammai Govindarajan has an impressive academic record, with a Ph.D. in the development and optimization of nutraceutical and functional foods from amla, completed at SRM Institute of Science and Technology in 2014. She holds a Master of Technology in Food Technology and Biochemical Engineering from Jadavpur University (2004) and a Bachelor of Engineering in Food Processing and Preservation Technology from Avinashilingam Deemed University (2001). Her academic achievements have laid a solid foundation for her expertise in food technology, particularly in the research and development of functional and nutraceutical products.

Professional Profiles:

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Professional Experience:

With over 21 years of professional experience, Dr. Nagamaniammai has held key roles in academia, research, and industry. As an Associate Professor in the Department of Food Process Engineering at SRM Institute of Science and Technology, she has contributed to teaching, research, and guiding postgraduate and doctoral students. Her previous roles include leadership positions, such as Professor and Head of the Department at AMET University, and Assistant General Manager in Quality Assurance and R&D at Sri Varadaraja Food Exports Pvt. Ltd., where she established quality systems and implemented innovative food processing solutions. Her expertise spans areas like new product development, quality assurance, and academic research, making her a versatile professional.

Research Interests:

Dr. Nagamaniammai’s contributions to research are evident from her roles in leading R&D projects at prominent organizations like Aachi Masala Foods. She has spearheaded the development of numerous innovative food products, including ready-to-eat meals, health mixes, and FMCG products. Her focus on integrating traditional and modern food technologies, coupled with her leadership in managing large research teams, has significantly advanced the field of food technology.

Publications:

1. Traditional weaning foods and processing methods with fortification for sustainable development of infants to combat zero hunger: a review

Journal of Food Science and Technology

2024-12 | Journal Article | DOI: 10.1007/s13197-024-06065-2

Contributors: Safreena Kabeer, S Jeroline Mary, Nagamaniammai Govindarajan, Musthafa Mohamed Essa, M. Walid Qoronfleh2. Effect of partial replacement of whole milk khoa with groundnut (Arachis hypogaea) and sunflower seeds (Helianthus annuus) milk on biochemical and functional properties

Journal of Food Science and Technology

2024-09-19 | Journal Article | DOI: 10.1007/s13197-024-06082-1

Contributors: Divyadharshini Sivaraj, Nagamaniammai Govindarajan, Ravi Pandiselvam3. Impact of Different Processing Techniques on the Retention of Zinc in Foods

2024-04-02 | Book Chapter | DOI: 10.1201/9781003412472-19

Contributors: Nagamaniammai Govindarajan, Safreena Kabeer, Navin Venketeish4. Effect of drying technique on physiochemical and nutritional properties of Eleusine coracana (finger millet) porridge powder

Journal of Food Science and Technology

2023-12 | Journal Article | DOI: 10.1007/s13197-023-05806-z

Contributors: Safreena Kabeer, Nagamaniammai Govindarajan, Preetha Radhakrishnan, Musthafa M. Essa, M. Walid Qoronfleh5. Development of multigrain ready-to-eat extruded snack and process parameter optimization using response surface methodology

Journal of Food Science and Technology

2023-03 | Journal Article | DOI: 10.1007/s13197-022-05390-8

Contributors: G. Karun, Aryasree Sukumar, G. Nagamaniammai, R. Preetha6. Effect of different drying techniques on the nutrient and physiochemical properties of Musa paradisiaca (ripe Nendran banana) powder

Journal of Food Science and Technology

2023-03 | Journal Article | DOI: 10.1007/s13197-022-05498-x

Contributors: Safreena Kabeer, Nagamaniammai Govindarajan, R. Preetha, Kingsly Ambrose, Musthafa Mohamed Essa, M. Walid Qoronfleh7. Study on the Effect of Prawn (Machrobrachuim rosenbergii) Chitosan Coating on Peeled Shallot (Allium ascalonicum)

Current Research in Nutrition and Food Science Journal

2019-12-31 | Journal Article | DOI: 10.12944/CRNFSJ.7.3.31

Contributors: G. Nagamaniammai, M. Chithra, M. Udhaya Ganga

 

Conclusion:

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nagamaniammai Govindarajan is a highly deserving candidate for the Research for Best Researcher Award due to her extensive contributions to food science, particularly in the areas of nutritional fortification, food processing, and sustainability. Her work directly addresses critical global challenges such as malnutrition, food security, and sustainable development.By further expanding her international collaborations, industry engagement, and public outreach, Dr. Govindarajan could amplify the impact of her research and establish herself as a global leader in food science and technology. She is a strong contender for this prestigious award, and her dedication to addressing pressing nutritional challenges makes her an ideal recipient.