Binoy T Thomas | Algal Studies | Excellence in Innovation Award

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Prof. Dr. Binoy T Thomas | Algal Studies | Excellence in Innovation Award

Professor at Catholicate College Pathanamthitta | India

Prof. (Dr.) Binoy T. Thomas is a distinguished Professor of Botany at Catholicate College, Pathanamthitta, whose academic journey spans transformative contributions in algal taxonomy, phycotechnology, microalgal biotechnology, and environmental sustainability, with pioneering work that includes the discovery of multiple new algal species and numerous new distributional records, the development of innovative prototypes such as the Phycoscrapper, Bio-oxygenator, and Herbarium Mobile Applications, the leadership of major research projects funded by esteemed scientific bodies focusing on epiphyllous algae, harmful algal blooms, bioremediation, biofuel potential of aquatic weeds, and microalgal biodiversity, alongside an extensive publication record across leading journals in phycology, ecology, soil biology, ethnobotany, and plant sciences, complemented by notable editorial responsibilities such as serving as Subject Editor of Vegetos, and academic honors including prestigious recognitions for research excellence and scientific contributions, with wide-ranging national and international collaborations involving premier institutions including Royal Botanic Gardens Kew, Indiana University of Pennsylvania, KDISC, and multiple engineering colleges, strengthened by his role as Research Guide in Botany supervising doctoral candidates, his active membership in scientific bodies such as the Linnean Society of London, SPR, and ISEB, and his significant administrative service as Head of the Department, Bursar, Council Member, IQAC Coordinator, BOA Member, and Coordinator of major academic and extension programmes, all of which reflect his enduring commitment to advancing plant science, promoting quality education, fostering innovation, and translating microalgal research into sustainable community-oriented applications.

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Featured Publications : 

Ray, J. G., & Thomas, T. B. (2012). Ecology and diversity of green-algae of tropical oxic dystrustepts soils in relation to different soil parameters and vegetation.

Jiji, M. G., Ninan, M. A., Thomas, V. P., & Thomas, B. T. (2024). Edible microalgae: Potential candidate for developing edible vaccines. Vegetos, 37(3), 788–793.

Thomas, B., & Thomas, V. (1997). Photoperiodism in plants. Academic Press.

Binoy, T. T., & Ray, J. G. (2016). Diversity and ecology of diatoms in oxic dystrustepts soils under three different vegetation of the Western Ghats, Kerala, South India. Journal of Ecology, 111, 465–475.

Ray, J. G., Dhanya, V., & Binoy, T. T. (2014). Globally unique Kuttanadu wetland paddy soil of South India: Soil fertility in relation to seasons and different stages of crop. International Journal of Agriculture Photon, 125, 296–304.

 

Majid Khanzadeh | Algal Studies | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Majid Khanzadeh | Algal Studies | Best Researcher Award

Academic Center for Education Culture and Research | Iran

Dr. Majid Khanzadeh is a fisheries researcher specializing in aquaculture, fish immunology, and nutritional biotechnology. His work focuses on enhancing fish health, immunity, and growth through the use of natural bioactive compounds, such as algae extracts, fucoidan, and plant-based supplements, as well as through the development of vaccines and probiotics. He has published extensively in international journals including Frontiers in Marine Science, Aquaculture Nutrition, and Fish & Shellfish Immunology, contributing over fifteen peer-reviewed papers between 2020 and 2025. His studies explore immune modulation, antioxidant defense, and sustainable disease prevention in cultured species like tilapia, trout, and Asian seabass. In addition to publishing and presenting at global conferences, he has contributed to books on immunology and mucosal health in aquaculture, participated in national research projects, and served as a peer reviewer for leading scientific journals, underscoring his active role in advancing modern aquatic animal health and sustainable aquaculture systems.

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Featured Publications

Khanzadeh, M., Beikzadeh, B., & Hoseinifar, S. H. (2023). The effects of Laurencia caspica algae extract on hemato-immunological parameters, antioxidant defense, and resistance against Streptococcus agalactiae in Nile tilapia. Aquaculture Nutrition, 2023(1), 8882736.

Khanzadeh, M., Hoseinifar, S. H., & Beikzadeh, B. (2024). Investigating the effect of hydroalcoholic extract of red algae (Laurencia caspica) on growth performance, mucosal immunity, digestive enzyme activity, and resistance to Streptococcus agalactiae in Nile tilapia. Aquaculture Reports, 35, 101984.

Khanzadeh, M., Vazirzadeh, A., & Farhadi, A. (2020). Effect of extract and fucoidan of Sargassum sp. on growth, biochemical, immunity, and antioxidant parameters of Nile tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus). Iranian Scientific Fisheries Journal, 29(4), 97–108.

Erfanmanesh, A., Beikzadeh, B., & Khanzadeh, M. (2023). Efficacy of polyvalent vaccine on immune response and disease resistance against streptococcosis/lactococcosis and yersiniosis in rainbow trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss). Veterinary Research Communications, 1–9.

Khanzadeh, M., Hoseinifar, S. H., Zargari, A., Tabibi, H., Van Doan, H., et al. (2024). Fucoidan derived from Sargassum ilicifolium affects growth and hemato-immunological parameters and antioxidant defense in Oscar (Astronotus ocellatus). Frontiers in Marine Science, 11, 1370871.