Abdolah Dadazadeh | Food Chemistry and Medicinal Plants | Interdisciplinary Research Excellence Award

Assist. Prof. Dr. Abdolah Dadazadeh | Food Chemistry and Medicinal Plants | Interdisciplinary Research Excellence Award

Researcher | University of Tabriz | Iran

Prof. Dr. Abdolah Dadazadeh is an Assistant Professor of Complementary Medicine and Medicinal Plants at the University of Tabriz, specializing in the extraction and characterization of bioactive compounds from medicinal plants. He holds a postdoctoral degree focusing on the extraction of oils from medicinal plant seeds, a PhD in Medicinal Plants with research on spices and functional beverages from Islamic Azad University, a Master of Science in Food Industry Engineering, and a Bachelor of Science in Food Industry Engineering. Throughout his academic career, he has supervised numerous master’s theses exploring natural antioxidants, herbal therapies, and the impact of complementary medicine interventions on human health. His research centers on the quality, physicochemical, and nutraceutical properties of plant-derived oils, as well as the antimicrobial and therapeutic potential of essential oils, with publications in high-impact journals demonstrating his contributions to evidence-based complementary medicine and functional food research. Prof. Dadazadeh has been recognized nationally as an exemplary student and young researcher, received awards for top research contributions within technical and vocational education, and maintains a permanent membership in the Iranian Pharmacological Society. He has played an active role in mentoring graduate students and fostering interdisciplinary research collaborations, advancing both scientific knowledge and practical applications in medicinal plant research. His work exemplifies a commitment to integrating traditional knowledge with modern scientific approaches, establishing him as a distinguished contributor to the fields of complementary medicine, natural product research, and food and pharmaceutical sciences.

Profiles: Google Scholar | Scopus 

Featured Publications

  • Piravi-Vanak, Z., Dadazadeh, A., Azadmard-Damirchi, S., & Torbati, M. (2024). The effect of extraction by pressing at different temperatures on sesame oil quality characteristics. Foods, 13(10), 1472.

  • Dadazadeh, A., & Nourafcan, H. (2021). The effect of different essential oil extraction methods on the efficiency and antibacterial properties of Myrtus communis L. leaves. International Journal of Modern Agriculture, 10(2), 4762–4775.

  • Dadazadeh, A., & Nourafcan, H. (2022). The effect of Zataria multiflora Boiss leaves essential oil on some pathogenic bacteria as an alternative for conventional antibiotics. Crescent Journal of Medical and Biological Sciences, 9(3), 173–183.

  • Dadazadeh, A., & Nourafcan, H. (2021). Determination of clove (Eugenia caryophyllata) essential oil and comparison of its antibacterial properties with some conventional antibiotics. Journal of Food Science and Technology (Iran), 18(119), 47–59.

  • Dadezadeh, A., & Nourafcan, H. (2018). A review of medicinal plants effective on anemia in traditional Persian medicine sources. Journal of Islamic and Iranian Traditional Medicine, 9(3), 251–262.

kavya dashora | Food Technology | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. kavya dashora | Food Technology | Best Researcher Award 

AssociateProf, Indian Institute of TEchnology, Delhi, India

Dr. Kavya Dashora is an accomplished Associate Professor at the Centre for Rural Development and Technology, Yardi School of Artificial Intelligence, Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi. With a strong background in plant pathology and tissue culture, she is dedicated to optimizing low-cost management techniques for agricultural diseases, particularly in millets. 🌾✨

Publication Profile

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Education

Dr. Dashora completed her PhD with distinction in Plant Pathology and Tissue Culture, where her research focused on developing effective management techniques for smut diseases. Her academic excellence and innovative approach set a solid foundation for her impactful career. 🎓🔬

Experience

Before joining IIT Delhi, Dr. Dashora served as an International Research Scientist with the United Nations-CGIAR-CABI. She led significant agricultural projects aimed at empowering women in agriculture and enhancing food systems across diverse global contexts. Her notable work includes establishing policies that promote women’s participation in agriculture and improve agricultural technologies in developing nations. 🌍👩‍🌾

Research Focus

Dr. Dashora’s research focuses on sustainable agricultural practices, women’s empowerment in farming, and the development of innovative technologies for crop management. Her commitment to equity and inclusion is evident in her efforts to enhance the livelihoods of women farmers in various countries, including Afghanistan and Bhutan. 🌱🤝

Awards and Honours

Throughout her career, Dr. Dashora has received numerous accolades for her contributions to agricultural science and women’s empowerment. She is recognized for her pioneering work in developing capacity-building strategies and sustainable agricultural practices that have significantly impacted communities in the Global South. 🏆🌟

Publication Top Notes

Impact study of operating parameters on drying evolution of spherical tea particle under convective influence, 2024, Journal of Food Process Engineering, cited by 0.

Exploring garbage enzymes as novel biocatalyst for enhancing bioprocess performance in composting, 2024, Process Safety and Environmental Protection, cited by 1.

Innovative sensor design for reliable detection of formaldehyde adulteration in milk, 2024, Sensors and Actuators A: Physical, cited by 0.

Degradation of Rice Straw in the Presence of ZnO Nanoparticles and Cellulase Production with the Help of Streptomycetes Species, 2024, Waste and Biomass Valorization, cited by 0.