Manish Mathur | Ecology | Botany Scientist Excellence Award

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Botany Scientist Excellence Award

Manish Mathur
Central Arid Zone Research Institute, India
                   Manish Mathur
Affiliation Environmental & Ecological Research Scholar
Country India
Scopus ID 55568606100
Documents 100+ publications, chapters and books
Citations Multiple indexed citations across journals
h-index 11
Subject Area Ecology, Ethnobotany, Plant Pathology, Environmental Assessment
Event Botany Scientist Awards
ORCID 0000-0001-6794-7408

Manish Mathur has contributed extensively to ecological sciences, ethnobotany, environmental impact assessment, arid ecosystem studies, plant disease epidemiology, herbal medicine, and quantitative ecological modelling. The body of work includes journal articles, edited book chapters, authored books, conference presentations, and interdisciplinary environmental research spanning more than a decade.

Abstract

This article summarizes the scholarly profile of Manish Mathur, whose research addresses biodiversity, ecological modelling, ethnopharmacology, environmental impact assessment, plant pathology, and arid land ecosystems. His work demonstrates interdisciplinary integration between ecology, traditional knowledge systems, and environmental sustainability.

Keywords

Ecology; Ethnobotany; Environmental Impact Assessment; Plant Pathology; Arid Ecosystems; Biodiversity; Quantitative Ecology; Herbal Medicine.

Introduction

Contemporary environmental science increasingly relies upon interdisciplinary approaches linking biodiversity conservation, ecological modelling, ethnobotanical knowledge, and sustainability assessment. Mathur’s publications reflect these intersections through long-term research outputs.

Research Profile

  • Author of multiple academic books and edited chapters.
  • Research across ecology, ethnomedicine, plant epidemiology and environmental assessment.
  • Contributor to NCBI gene-sequence submissions.
  • Conference papers presented nationally and internationally.
  • ORCID profile available for scholarly identification.

Research Contributions

Notable contributions include ecological assessment of arid regions, ethnobotanical quantification methods, environmental impact analysis frameworks, nano-technology applications in herbal medicine, and modelling approaches for disease epidemiology.[3]

Publications

Authored scholarly books including Attributes of Plant Spatial Analysis, Plant Disease Epidemiology, and Environmental Impact Assessment, demonstrating significant contributions to environmental and biological sciences. Contributions to Springer and Elsevier book chapters with DOI indexing further highlight international academic recognition and research impact. Published research papers in ecology, biodiversity, and ethnopharmacology journals reflect a strong commitment to advancing scientific understanding and sustainable environmental research.

Research Impact

The publication record indicates sustained academic productivity and broad thematic coverage. Outputs contribute to biodiversity conservation, ecological forecasting, sustainable land management, and traditional knowledge documentation.[4]

Award Suitability

A lifetime achievement recognition is aligned with the long duration, diversity, and interdisciplinary nature of contributions documented across ecology, environmental science, ethnobotany, and plant disease research.

Conclusion

Manish Mathur’s academic portfolio reflects extensive engagement with environmental sciences and applied ecological research, supported through books, peer-reviewed publications, and interdisciplinary investigations.

References

  1. Mathur, M. & Gehlot, P. (2018). Recruit the Plant Pathogen for Weed Management: Bioherbicide – A Sustainable Strategy.https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-13-0393-7_10
  2. Mathur, M. & Mathur, P. (2022). Strategies to Achieve Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): A Road Map for Global Development.https://doi.org/10.52305/YNDL2610
  3. Global habitat distribution modelling of Pergularia daemia: A paradoxical species functioning simultaneously as a medicinal herb and an aggressive weed, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.sajb.2026.03.038
  4. Climate‐Resilient Suitability Mapping of Cowpea ( Vigna unguiculata L. Walp.) Using Ensemble Modelling and Multi‐Criteria Evaluation, https://doi.org/10.1111/jac.70156
  5. Climate-driven shifts in avocado suitability zones in India: Insights from ensemble modelling and niche hypervolume, https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0338518

Mehdi Bibak | Ecology | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Mehdi Bibak | Ecology | Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor at Persian Gulf University | Iran

Assist. Prof. Dr. Mehdi Bibak is a dedicated environmental scientist and faculty member at Persian Gulf University, Iran, specializing in marine ecology and pollution assessment. He holds a Ph.D. in Marine Ecology, with a strong academic foundation in environmental monitoring, bioremediation, and ecological risk analysis. Over his academic journey, Dr. Bibak has authored 22 scientific documents cited by 134 publications, achieving an h-index of 9, reflecting the impact and consistency of his research. His professional experience spans over a decade of teaching, research supervision, and leadership in projects addressing heavy metal contamination, nutrient reduction, and sustainable ecosystem management in the Persian Gulf region. His research interests encompass marine pollution modeling, biosorption using algae, and environmental data analytics based on entropy and information-theoretic approaches. Dr. Bibak’s research skills include advanced analytical techniques for metal quantification, data-driven ecological modeling, and interdisciplinary collaboration across environmental and marine sciences. He has published in reputed Scopus- and SCI-indexed journals such as Deep Sea Research Part II and Environmental Science and Pollution Research. Recognized for his scholarly excellence and contributions to marine environmental protection, Dr. Bibak’s ongoing work continues to support regional sustainability goals and inspire future researchers dedicated to preserving aquatic ecosystems.

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Featured Publications

Bibak, M., Sattari, M., Agharokh, A., Tahmasebi, S., & Imanpour Namin, J. (2018). Assessing some heavy metals pollutions in sediments of the northern Persian Gulf (Bushehr province). Environmental Health Engineering and Management Journal, 5(3), 175–179.

Raeisi, H., Daliri, M., Paighambari, S. Y., Shabani, M. J., Bibak, M., & Davoodi, R. (2011). Length-weight relationships, condition factors and relative weight of five fish species of Bushehr waters, Northern Persian Gulf. African Journal of Biotechnology, 10(82), 19181–19186.

Bibak, M., Sattari, M., Tahmasebi, S., Kafaei, R., Sorial, G. A., & Ramavandi, B. (2021). Trace and major elements concentration in fish and associated sediment–seawater, northern shores of the Persian Gulf. Biological Trace Element Research, 199(7), 2717–2729.

Sattari, M., Bibak, M., Bakhshalizadeh, S., & Forouhar Vajargah, M. (2020). Element accumulations in liver and kidney tissues of some bony fish species in the Southwest Caspian Sea. Journal of Cell and Molecular Research, 12(1), 33–40.

Agharokh, A., Taleshi, M. S., Bibak, M., Rasta, M., Torabi Jafroudi, H., … (2022). Assessing the relationship between the abundance of microplastics in sediments, surface waters, and fish in the Iran southern shores. Environmental Science and Pollution Research, 29(13), 18546–18558.

Faizul Haq | Ecology | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Faizul Haq | Ecology | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor at GDC Battagram/Higher Education Colleges| Pakistan

Dr. Faizul Haq, an Assistant Professor of Botany at GDC Battagram under the Higher Education Colleges, KPK, and affiliated with Hazara University, is an accomplished researcher whose academic and scientific contributions reflect a deep commitment to advancing ecological and botanical sciences. He earned his Ph.D. in Botany with a focus on taxonomy, biodiversity conservation, and ecological modeling, building a strong foundation for his professional career in teaching, supervision, and research. Over the years, Dr. Haq has gained significant recognition for his scholarly output, with 269 citations by 236 documents, 10 indexed publications, and an h-index of 7, reflecting both the reach and impact of his work. His research interests span plant taxonomy, ethnobotany, biodiversity conservation, medicinal plants, ecological monitoring, multivariate statistical analysis, and climate change–vegetation dynamics, areas in which he has made substantial contributions through books, peer-reviewed articles, and collaborative studies. Dr. Haq possesses extensive research skills in ecological survey design, species diversity assessment, statistical modeling, and environmental impact evaluation, which he has applied in numerous projects focusing on medicinal flora, habitat conservation, and biodiversity management. In addition to publications, he has contributed as a reviewer for scientific journals and is pursuing editorial roles, enhancing his academic leadership profile. His efforts have been acknowledged through professional recognition, authorship of multiple scientific works, and involvement in community-based conservation initiatives. In conclusion, Dr. Haq’s combination of research productivity, academic mentorship, and commitment to biodiversity conservation positions him as a promising researcher whose future contributions will continue to strengthen ecological sustainability and botanical sciences globally.

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Featured Publications

Haq, F., Ahmad, H., & Alam, M. (2011). Traditional uses of medicinal plants of Nandiar Khuwarr catchment (District Battagram), Pakistan. Journal of Medicinal Plants Research, 5(1), 39–48. Cited by: 264

Haq, F. (2012). The ethnobotanical uses of medicinal plants of Allai Valley, Western Himalaya, Pakistan. International Journal of Plant Research, 2(1), 21–34. Cited by: 88

Haq, F., Ahmad, H., Alam, M., Ahmad, I., & Ullah, R. (2010). Species diversity of vascular plants of Nandiar Valley, Western Himalaya, Pakistan. Pakistan Journal of Botany, 42(87), 213–229. Cited by: 66

Haq, F., Ahmad, H., Iqbal, Z., Alam, M., & Aksoy, A. (2017). Multivariate approach to the classification and ordination of the forest ecosystem of Nandiar Valley, Western Himalayas. Ecological Indicators, 80, 232–241. Cited by: 44

Haq, F. (2014). The critically endangered flora and fauna of District Battagram, Pakistan. Advances in Life Sciences, 2(4), 118–123.