Dr. Youngho Kwon | Rice Breeding Awards | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Youngho Kwon, National institute of crop science, South Korea

Youngho Kwon is a researcher at the National Institute of Crop Science, Rural Development Administration, South Korea, specializing in rice breeding. He holds a Ph.D., M.S., and B.S. in Applied Microbiology and Plant Pathology from Gyeongsang National University. His research focuses on molecular breeding, plant-microbe interactions, and climate resilience in rice. He has contributed extensively to scientific literature, with publications in top-tier journals such as Nature Climate Change and Trends in Plant Science. His work integrates advanced genetic techniques with practical agricultural applications, aiming to enhance crop productivity and sustainability in the face of environmental challenges.

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Summary of Suitability for Best Researcher Award – Dr. Youngho Kwon

Dr. Youngho Kwon is a highly accomplished researcher in crop science and plant pathology, specializing in rice breeding, molecular biology, and plant-microbe interactions. His significant contributions to agricultural biotechnology, climate change mitigation, and molecular breeding make him a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award.

🎓 Education

Ph.D. (1997) – Applied Microbiology and Plant Pathology, Gyeongsang National University, Korea
M.S. (2017) – Applied Microbiology and Plant Pathology, Gyeongsang National University, Korea
B.S. (2015) – Applied Microbiology and Plant Pathology, Gyeongsang National University, Korea

🏢 Work Experience

2017 – Present: Researcher, Department of Southern Area Crop Science, National Institute of Crop Science, Rural Development Administration, South Korea

🏆 Achievements

📌 Expert in Rice Breeding – Focused on molecular markers, phenotypic analysis, and climate resilience in rice
🌱 Climate Change Mitigation – Pioneered research on Rice Rhizobiome Engineering to combat environmental changes
🌾 Breakthrough in Rice Yield & Emissions – Discovered a gs3 allele mutation that increases grain yield while reducing methane emissions (Published in Nature Climate Change)
🧬 Advancements in RNA-Seq Technology – Identified key defense mechanisms against rice pests (Published in International Journal of Molecular Sciences)
📖 Prolific Researcher – Published numerous papers in top-tier journals like Trends in Plant Science, Molecular Breeding, and Nature Climate Change

🏅 Awards & Honors

🎖 Outstanding Agricultural Research Award – Recognized for innovative contributions to rice genetics and breeding
🏆 Best Paper Award – Awarded for groundbreaking research on molecular breeding and climate adaptation in rice
🌍 Global Collaboration Recognition – Acknowledged for international research collaborations in crop science
🔬 Excellence in Plant Pathology Research – Awarded for contributions to understanding plant-microbe interactions

Publication Top Notes:

Optimizing the degree of milling semi‐waxy rice variety to enhance its functional properties and cooking quality

Rice rhizobiome engineering for climate change mitigation

Development of Functional Molecular Markers for Viviparous Germination Resistance in Rice

Artificial Rainfall on Grain Quality and Baking Characteristics of Winter Wheat Cultivars in Korea

Loss-of-function gs3 allele decreases methane emissions and increases grain yield in rice

Rice (Oryza sativa L.) Grain Size, Shape, and Weight-Related QTLs Identified Using GWAS with Multiple GAPIT Models and High-Density SNP Chip DNA Markers

Prof. Bouabdellah Kechar, University of Oran1 Ahmed Benbella, Algeria

Professor Bouabdellah Kechar, is a prominent Full Professor and Director of the RIIR laboratory at Oran1 Ahmed Benbella University. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics in 1982, followed by an Engineering degree in Software from the Institute of Computer Science at the University of Oran Es-Sénia in 1987, both with excellent marks. He further advanced his studies by obtaining a Magister in Computer Science (CAD/IAO & Simulation) in 1997 and a PhD in Computer Science with a focus on Networking in 2010, both awarded with high honors. Professor Kechar’s research interests are diverse and encompass wireless sensor networks (WSN), Internet of Things (IoT) architectures, energy harvesting, machine learning, and cybersecurity, among other topics. He has taught various courses at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels, including wireless networks, information systems security, and advanced databases. As a dedicated educator, he has supervised 19 PhD theses and 18 Magister theses, contributing significantly to the academic development of his students. In addition to his teaching and research, he has evaluated numerous theses and developed educational materials. Professor Kechar maintains an active presence in the scientific community and can be contacted via email at kechar.bouabdellah@univ-oran1.dz.

Summary of Suitability for Best Innovation Award:

Dr. Kechar Bouabdellah is a highly deserving candidate for the Best Innovation Award, thanks to his significant contributions and innovative approaches in the fields of wireless sensor networks (WSN), the Internet of Things (IoT), and cybersecurity. Here is a detailed summary highlighting his qualifications

Education 🎓

Bachelor’s Degree in Mathematics
University of Oran, Algeria (1982)

Engineer in Software
Institute of Computer Science, University of Oran Es-Sénia, Algeria (1987) – Very Good

Magister in Computer Science (CAD/IAO & Simulation)
University of Oran Es-Sénia, Algeria (1997) – Very Honorable

PhD in Computer Science (Networking)
University of Oran Es-Sénia, Algeria (2010) – Very Honorable

Work Experience 🏢

Full Professor / Director of the RIIR Laboratory
Department of Computer Science, Faculty of Exact and Applied Sciences
Oran1 Ahmed Benbella University, Algeria

Teacher-Researcher
Engaged in teaching various courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels, including:

Wireless Sensor Networks
Information Systems Security
Cryptography and Security of Wireless Networks

Achievements 🏆

Supervision of Theses:

19 PhD theses defended
18 Magister theses defended
44 Master’s theses (defended and in progress)
10 Bachelor’s theses (defended and in progress)

Theses and Dissertations Evaluated:

Evaluated a total of 44 doctoral theses in Science and LMD
Evaluated 5 Magister’s theses

Awards and Honors 🥇

University Accreditations: 12

Recognized Contributions: Expertise in developing educational materials and supervising numerous successful theses.

International Recognition: Frequent participation in national and international conferences, enhancing collaboration and knowledge exchange in his fields of interest.