Dr. Baorong Wang | Soil Science Awards | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Baorong Wang, College of Grassland Agriculture, Northwest A&F University, China

Baorong Wang is an Assistant Research Fellow at the College of Grassland Agriculture, Northwest A&F University, China. He obtained his Ph.D. from the Institute of Soil and Water Conservation, a joint institution of the Chinese Academy of Sciences and the Ministry of Water Resources, in 2023. He also holds an M.F.S. from Northwestern A&F University and a B.S. from Northwestern Agriculture University. His research focuses on soil organic carbon formation and stabilization, particularly the role of microbial residues in different ecosystems. Baorong Wang has led multiple national and provincial research projects and has an H-index of 15, with over 1000 citations and two highly cited papers recognized by ESI. He actively contributes to the academic community as a reviewer for prestigious journals, including Soil Biology and Biochemistry, Global Change Biology, CATENA, and Earth System Science Data. His work advances the understanding of microbial-regulated organic carbon formation and its implications for ecosystem sustainability.

Professional Profile:

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Summary of Suitability for Best Researcher Award

Dr. Baorong Wang is an outstanding candidate for the Best Researcher Award, given his significant contributions to soil organic carbon research. His expertise in microbial-regulated organic carbon formation and stabilization plays a crucial role in advancing global understanding of soil ecosystems. With a Ph.D. from the Chinese Academy of Sciences and international experience as a Visiting Ph.D. at the University of Vienna, he has developed a strong research foundation.

🎓 Education

2018-2023 – Ph.D., Institute of Soil and Water Conservation, Chinese Academy of Sciences & Ministry of Water Resources
2015-2018 – Master of Forest Sciences (M.F.S.), College of Resources and Environment, Northwest A&F University
2011-2015 – Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Department of Resources and Environment, Northwest Agriculture University

🏢 Work Experience

2023–Present – Assistant Research Fellow, College of Grassland Agriculture, Northwest A&F University
2021–2022 – Visiting Ph.D. Researcher, Division of Terrestrial Ecosystem Research, University of Vienna

🔬 Research & Achievements

Specializes in soil organic carbon formation and stabilization with a focus on microbial-regulated processes 🌱
Leading 4 national and provincial research projects in the field of soil carbon dynamics 📊
Published research has an H-index of 15 with over 1,000 citations 📚
2 highly cited papers recognized by Essential Science Indicators (ESI) 🏅
Active peer reviewer for prestigious journals, including:
- Soil Biology and Biochemistry

Publication Top Notes:

Grazing exclusion enhanced the capability of soil microorganisms to access photosynthetic carbon in Loess Plateau grassland

Warming-induced response of microbial diversity and functions regulated microbial necromass and soil multifunctionality

Unlocking Mechanisms for Soil Organic Matter Accumulation: Carbon Use Efficiency and Microbial Necromass as the Keys

Microbial necromass in soil profiles increases less efficiently than root biomass in long-term fenced grassland: Effects of microbial nitrogen limitation and soil depth

Glucoproteins in particulate and mineral-associated organic matter pools during grassland restoration

Dr. Nasratullah Habibi, Tokyo University of Agriculture, Japan

Dr. Nasratullah Habibi is a dedicated academic with a strong background in agricultural sciences. He earned his Bachelor of Science (BSc.) from the Faculty of Agriculture at Balkh University in Afghanistan from April 2010 to March 2013. He then pursued a Master’s degree in International Agricultural Development at Tokyo University of Agriculture in Japan, graduating in March 2022. Currently, he is a Ph.D. candidate at the same institution, with an expected completion date in March 2025. Since June 2015, he has served as a full-time lecturer and assistant professor at Balkh University, where he teaches statistics and plant science, organizes field visits, and conducts scientific research at the university’s agriculture farm. His prior experience includes serving as the Dean of the Faculty at NOKHBAGAN University from March 2016 to July 2019, where he organized academic meetings and contributed to various scientific committees and conferences. He also led the Agriculture Department at Qmars Vocational Institute from March 2014 to December 2017.

Education 🎓

Bachelor of Science (BSc.)
Faculty of Agriculture, Balkh University, Mazar-e-Sharif
04/2010 – 03/2013 | Balkh, Afghanistan

Master of International Agricultural Development
Tokyo University of Agriculture, Setagaya Campus
04/2020 – 03/2022 | Tokyo, Japan

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
Tokyo University of Agriculture, Setagaya Campus
04/2022 – 03/2025 | Tokyo, Japan

Work Experience 🏢

Balkh University

Full-time University Lecturer (Assistant Professor)
06/2015 – Present | Balkh, Afghanistan
Achievements/Tasks:

Teaching statistics and plant science subjects. 📚
Organizing field visits for students. 🌾
Organizing teachers’ meetings at the department. 👨‍🏫
Conducting scientific research work in the Agriculture Farm of the University. 🔬
Daily Soil and Plant Science Laboratory activities. 🧪
Preparing presentations based on the subjects taught each semester. 🎤
Checking exam papers and participating in student examinations. 📝

Publication Top Notes:

Impact of Limited Irrigation on Fruit Quality and Ethylene Biosynthesis in Tomato: A Comprehensive Analysis of Physical, Biochemical, and Metabolomic Traits