Tapon Kumar Roy | Agronomy | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Tapon Kumar Roy | Agronomy | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Tapon Kumar Roy is an accomplished agricultural researcher at the Bangladesh Rice Research Institute (BRRI) with 46 citations from 40 documents, 8 published papers, and an h-index of 3, reflecting his growing academic impact in the field of agronomy and rice entomology. He holds a B.Sc. (Hons.) in Agriculture and an MS in Crop Physiology and Ecology from Hajee Mohammad Danesh Science and Technology University, Bangladesh. His professional experience spans pest management, pesticide residue analysis, and eco-friendly agricultural practices, with active involvement in projects on rice pest control, storage pest management, and natural enemy conservation. His research interests include insect toxicology, botanicals, nanoparticle-based pest management, and the physiological response of rice to salt and abiotic stress. Mr. Roy possesses advanced research skills in statistical and analytical tools such as LCMS, GCMS/MS, QGIS, R Studio, and MSTAT-C, enabling precision in experimental design and data analysis. His contributions have earned him prestigious recognitions including the National Integrity Award (2021–22) and Best Scientist Award (2020–21) from BRRI. Through his commitment to innovation and sustainable pest management, Mr. Roy continues to contribute significantly to improving rice productivity and promoting environmentally responsible agricultural practices in Bangladesh.

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Featured Publications

Alam, Z., Akter, S., Khan, M. A. H., Amin, M. N., Karim, M. R., Rahman, M. H. S., et al. (2024). Multivariate analysis of yield and quality traits in sweet potato genotypes (Ipomoea batatas L.). Scientia Horticulturae, 328, 112901.

Roy, T. K., Sannal, A., Tonmoy, S. M. M. S., Akter, S., Roy, B., & Rana, M. M. (2024). Trait analysis of short duration boro rice (Oryza sativa L.) varieties in northern region of Bangladesh: Insights from heatmap, correlation and PCA. Nova Geodesia, 4(2), 175–175.

Ali, M. P., Haque, S. S., Hossain, M. M., Bari, M. N., Kabir, M. M. M., Roy, T. K., Datta, J., et al. (2023). Development and demographic parameters of fall armyworm (Spodoptera frugiperda J. E. Smith) when feeding on rice (Oryza sativa). CABI Agriculture and Bioscience, 4(1), 1–14.

Roy, T. K., Kabir, M. M. M., Akter, S., Nayeem, A., Alam, Z., Hasan, M. R., & Bari, M. N. (2024). Seasonal variations of insect abundance: Correlating growth stage-specific metrics with weather patterns in Rangpur Region, Bangladesh. Heliyon, 10(18), e38121.

Roy, T. K., Tonmoy, S. M. M. S., Sannal, A., Akter, S., Hasan, K. T., & Rana, M. M. (2022). Yield performance of some short duration high yielding rice varieties during boro season in northern region of Bangladesh. International Journal of Natural and Social Sciences, 9(4), 15–21.

Yasai Li | Agronomy | Best Researcher Award

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Ms. Yasai Li | Agronomy | Best Researcher Award

Hubei Key Laboratory of Animal Embryo and Molecular Breeding, Institute of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary, Hubei Academy of Agricultural Sciences | China

Ms. Yasai Li is a dedicated researcher in the field of Agronomy, currently contributing to advanced studies at the Hubei Key Laboratory of Animal Embryo and Molecular Breeding, Institute of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary, Hubei Academy of Agricultural Sciences, China. She earned her Ph.D. in Agronomy with a focus on crop productivity, stress physiology, and molecular breeding, equipping her with a strong foundation in both theoretical and applied plant sciences. Throughout her professional career, she has engaged in nationally funded research projects and international collaborations, working on improving crop yield, resistance, and sustainability. Her research interests include molecular breeding strategies, crop stress tolerance, and sustainable agricultural innovation, areas highly relevant to global food security. She has developed strong research skills in molecular genetics, bioinformatics, experimental design, and advanced agronomic techniques, complemented by her ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams. Ms. Li has published in SCI and Scopus-indexed journals, presented at recognized scientific conferences, and received recognition for her impactful contributions, positioning her as an emerging leader in agricultural sciences. With her commitment to innovation, scientific excellence, and mentorship, Ms. Yasai Li is poised to continue making meaningful contributions that advance agronomy research and support sustainable global agriculture.

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Featured Publications

Zhang, R., Wu, H., Li, Y., Huang, Z., Yin, Z., Yang, C.-X., & Du, Z.-Q. (2023). GWLD: An R package for genome-wide linkage disequilibrium analysis. G3: Genes|Genomes|Genetics, 13(9), jkad154.

Li, Y., Chen, X., Chen, D., Wu, J., Chen, T., Qiao, M., Peng, X., Mei, S., & Feng, Y. (2023). MCEE promotes intramuscular fat deposition in pigs through regulating mitochondrial function.

Tang, J., Liu, C., Wang, Z., Zhu, T., Zhong, M., Li, Y., & Chen, M. (2025). Neuropeptide Y as a prognostic biomarker in electrical storm: Editorial comment on the reappraisal of neuropeptide Y as biomarker and therapeutic target in arrhythmic disorders. JACC: Clinical Electrophysiology, 11(4).