Dr. Leonid Malyshev | Agriculture | Best Researcher Award 

Dr. Leonid Malyshev | Agriculture | N. I. Vavilov All-Russian Institute of Plant Genetic Resources | Russia

Dr. Malyshev L. L., a distinguished plant geneticist from the N.I. Vavilov All-Russian Institute of Plant Genetic Resources, Saint Petersburg, Russian Federation, has established a strong reputation in the field of plant genetic diversity, metabolomics, and agricultural sensing technology. His academic foundation is built upon a Ph.D. in Plant Genetics, which provided the groundwork for his innovative research in genetic conservation and biochemical profiling of crop species. Throughout his professional career, Dr. Malyshev L. L. has contributed extensively to the enhancement of global agricultural sustainability through the genetic evaluation of seed quality, germplasm preservation, and molecular breeding methods. His professional experience includes active participation in both national and international research collaborations that focus on genetic resource characterization, plant adaptability under environmental stress, and metabolomic analysis of rare and wild plant accessions. Dr. Malyshev L. L.’s research interests primarily revolve around seed biology, metabolomic profiling, genetic diversity studies, and advanced sensing-based phenotyping techniques, demonstrating his commitment to improving the understanding of crop genetics and resilience. His research skills encompass molecular marker analysis, bioinformatics, statistical modeling, and advanced data interpretation, alongside proficiency in managing complex databases of genetic materials. With a strong record of 22 Scopus-indexed publications and 58 citations, his scholarly output underscores the depth and influence of his research contributions. He has also played a leadership role in curating the VIR genetic resource collections, ensuring the preservation and scientific documentation of plant diversity across various agroecological zones.