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CALL FOR BOOK CHAPTERS About the Authors / Editors: Editors: Jamin Ali, PhD Dr. Jamin Ali, a foreign research expert at Jilin Agricultural University, China, is an emerging applied insect chemical ecologist with a diverse academic background in ecology, biology, and chemistry. His primary focus centres on leveraging insights from insect- and plant-derived chemicals to innovate sustainable solutions for managing phytophagous insect pests across global agricultural landscapes. Recently earning his PhD from Keele University, UK, Dr. Ali’s academic journey commenced with a master’s degree in Zoology (Entomology) from Aligarh Muslim University, India. He has showcased exceptional academic prowess by excelling in prominent national-level competitive exams, including the CSIR-UGC Junior Research Fellowship and GATE. His remarkable achievements have been internationally acknowledged through various fellowships. Dr. Ali’s research prowess is evident through his contributions to esteemed scholarly journals, where he disseminates cutting-edge findings. His scholarly impact extends beyond publications, as he has actively participated in national and international conferences held in the UK, Kenya, the Netherlands, Malaysia, Israel and China. Serving as a dedicated reviewer for multiple international journals, Dr. Ali has enriched the scientific community with his critical insights and evaluations. His extensive engagement in diverse academic arenas underscores his commitment to advancing the understanding of insect-plant interactions and sustainable pest management strategies. Adil Tonga, PhD Dr. Adil Tonga currently serves as a dedicated researcher in Diyarbak?r Plant Protection Research Institute, Diyarbak?r, Turkiye. His academic journey includes the acquisition of MSc and PhD certificates from Dicle University in Diyarbak?r, Turkiye. He also has an interest in both national and international scientific events. His participation reflects a commitment to staying updated about the advancements in entomology. His enthusiasm is evident in building collaborations with researchers in globally that can advance collective knowledge and address agricultural challenges. His expertise spans various dimensions of entomology. His particular focus lies in exploring the intricate interactions within trophic levels, investigating the relationships among plants, pests, and their natural enemies. Inspired by the chemical communication underpinning ecological interactions, he explores the insect behavior. Beyond theoretical exploration, he devotes efforts into the practical application of this knowledge in devising effective pest management tactics. A notable focus of his research consists of the projects involving selective insecticides that not only contribute to our understanding of the ecotoxicology of egg parasitoids but also play a pivotal role in assessing their compatibility within integrated pest management strategies. His holistic approach underscores his commitment to advancing both theoretical understanding and practical solutions within the field of plant protection. Adnan Shakeel, PhD Dr. Adnan Shakeel is a molecular plant-nematode researcher, currently working on the saffron-nematode metabolic interplay at CSIR-IIIM, Srinagar. He has completed his Ph.D. in Plant Nematology from Aligarh Muslim University, India, with thesis entitled as “Evaluation of fly ash and nitrogen fertilizer for the management of root-knot nematodes”. Through 7 years of research experience on plant-nematode dialogue, Dr. Shakeel has identified the major parasitic nematodes in Aligarh and Kashmir region of India, estimated their effect on root vegetable crops like carrot and beetroot, and an important medicinal crop, saffron. Dr. Adnan Shakeel has published more than 25 SCI articles on plant-nematode/microbe interactions along with 5 book chapters and 5 conference abstracts. He has been awarded with the Young Scientist Associate Award in Plant Nematology by AETDS-Uttarakhand, India. He has been reviewing articles for some globally reputed journals of Elsevier and Springer Nature. Nasheeman Ashraf, PhD Dr. Nasheeman Ashraf is a Plant Molecular Biologist, currently working on modern genomic approaches to understand the molecular plant-microbe interactions at CSIR-IIIM, Srinagar. Dr. Nasheeman has completed her Ph.D. from NIPGR, JNU New Delhi, working on plant-microbe molecular talks. She is currently leading the saffron biology group with 5 active Ph.D. students and two postdocs. Dr. Nasheeman has been mainly working on the metabolite and apocarotenoid pathways of saffron plants in response to the biotic and abiotic factors, including fungi, bacteria, nematodes, and endophytes. Her contribution has boosted crop production significantly in the Kashmir region. She has published more than 30 SCI research articles in reputable scientific journals and has edited one book so far. She is actively reviewing various international journals. She has also received two international/national patents for her research. She has been awarded with some international awards including, EMBO short term fellowship to work as a visiting scientist at Botanical Institute, University of Castilla La Mancha, Albacete, Spain, and CSIR-Raman research fellowship to work as a visiting scientist in University of Kentucky, USA (2015-16). |
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