Project Leader, Latvian Biomedical research and Study Centre, Latvia 🧬
Zigmunds Orlovskis is a distinguished Principal Investigator at the Latvian Biomedical Research & Study Centre and a Lecturer in Plant Physiology at the University of Latvia. His pioneering research focuses on plant-microbe interactions and inter-plant molecular signaling, with numerous impactful publications. A recipient of prestigious awards, Dr. Orlovskis is dedicated to advancing plant science through innovative approaches and education. 🌿
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Education 🎓
Dr. Zigmunds Orlovskis earned a Ph.D. in Biological Sciences from the John Innes Centre and the University of East Anglia, UK, under the supervision of Prof. Saskia Hogenhout, from 2012 to 2017. Prior to this, Zigmunds Orlovskis completed a Bachelor of Science with First Class Honours in Ecology at Cardiff University, UK, from 2009 to 2012.
Professional Experience 🧪
Dr. Orlovskis is currently a Principal Investigator at the Latvian Biomedical Research & Study Centre, a position he has held since 2021. Since 2020, he has also served as a Lecturer in the Department of Plant Physiology at the University of Latvia. Previously, he was an SNSF Postdoctoral Researcher at the University of Lausanne, Switzerland, from 2017 to 2020, and a PhD Researcher at the John Innes Centre, UK, from 2012 to 2017.
Research Interests 🔬
Dr. Orlovskis’s research focuses on plant-microbe-insect interactions, the molecular mechanisms of inter-plant signaling, and mycorrhizal fungi-mediated defense systems. His work is dedicated to advancing crop protection and promoting sustainable agricultural practices.
Awards 🏆
Throughout his career, Dr. Orlovskis has received numerous accolades, including the IS-MPMI Congress Shimamoto Travel Award in 2019, First Place in the Young Scientist Award in Plant Science in 2015, the Royal Society of Biology Prize for Top Bioscience Student in 2012, and a Bronze Medal at the International Biology Olympiad in 2009.
Publications Top Notes📚
Mycorrhizal Diversity on Roots of Silver Birch and Hybrid Aspen, Forests (2024).
Gut Microbiome Encoded Pathways Predicting Metformin Therapy Efficacy, Gut Microbes (2024).
Phytoplasma Effector Targeting of MADS-Box Factor SVP, eLife (2024).
Mold Fungal Resistance in Thermal Insulation Materials, Polymers (2024).
Microbial Polymers in Edible Films, Food and Bioprocess Technology (2021).
Conclusion
Zigmunds Orlovskis is an outstanding candidate for the Best Researcher Award. His strong academic background, innovative research contributions, international collaborations, and commitment to education and outreach demonstrate a holistic approach to advancing science. While there are areas for growth, particularly in applied research and policy advocacy, his current achievements make him a highly deserving contender for this recognition.