Kaouthar Feki | Plants Gene Transformation | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Kaouthar Feki | Plants Gene Transformation | Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor | Centre of Biotechnology of Sfax | Tunisia

Dr. Kaouthar Feki is an accomplished Associate Professor at the Biotechnology and Plant Improvement Laboratory, Centre of Biotechnology of Sfax, Tunisia. Her expertise lies in plant biotechnology, molecular genetics, stress response, genome-wide analysis, plant transformation, and protein purification. She has made significant contributions to the understanding of plant adaptation mechanisms under abiotic stress through her extensive research on wheat, legumes, and other model plants. Dr. Kaouthar Feki has a strong academic background with advanced degrees in biological, molecular, and cellular sciences from the University of Sfax. As a passionate educator, she has taught and supervised graduate students in genetics, microbiology, and plant sciences at several Tunisian universities, guiding numerous master’s and doctoral researchers. She has participated in several international workshops focusing on genomics, metagenomics, and bioinformatics, enhancing her interdisciplinary research capabilities. A respected scholar, Dr. Kaouthar Feki serves on the editorial board of the Journal of Plant Sciences and is an active peer reviewer for multiple high-impact journals. Her research achievements include 672 citations across 546 documents, with 29 publications and an h-index of 14, reflecting her strong academic impact and recognition. Her international publications and book chapters highlight her dedication to advancing sustainable agricultural practices through biotechnological innovation. Multilingual and collaborative, she continues to foster scientific excellence and mentorship within the global research community, contributing profoundly to the field of plant molecular biology and stress physiology.

Featured Publications

Feki, K., Quintero, F. J., Khoudi, H., Leidi, E. O., Masmoudi, K., Pardo, J. M., & Brini, F. (2014). A constitutively active form of a durum wheat Na+/H+ antiporter SOS1 confers high salt tolerance to transgenic Arabidopsis. Plant Cell Reports, 33(2), 277-288.

Saibi, W., Feki, K., Ben Mahmoud, R., & Brini, F. (2015). Durum wheat dehydrin (DHN-5) confers salinity tolerance to transgenic Arabidopsis plants through the regulation of proline metabolism and ROS scavenging system. Planta, 242(5), 1187-1194.

Feki, K., Tounsi, S., Mrabet, M., Mhadhbi, H., & Brini, F. (2021). Recent advances in physiological and molecular mechanisms of heavy metal accumulation in plants. Environmental Science and Pollution Research, 28(46), 64967-64986.

Feki, K., Quintero, F. J., Pardo, J. M., & Masmoudi, K. (2011). Regulation of durum wheat Na+/H+ exchanger TdSOS1 by phosphorylation. Plant Molecular Biology, 76(6), 545-556.

Kaouthar, F., Ameny, F. K., Yosra, K., Walid, S., Ali, G., & Faical, B. (2016). Responses of transgenic Arabidopsis plants and recombinant yeast cells expressing a novel durum wheat manganese superoxide dismutase TdMnSOD to various abiotic stresses. Journal of Plant Physiology, 198, 56-68.

Mehran Torki | Agricultural Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Mehran Torki | Agricultural Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Associated Professor, College of Agriculture and Natural Resources Razi University, Iran.

Dr. Mehran Torki is an Associate Professor in Animal Science, specializing in Avian Nutritional Immunology and Physiology at the Animal Science Department, College of Agriculture and Natural Resources, Razi University, Kermanshah, Iran. With over two decades of academic excellence, he is widely recognized for his research on poultry nutrition, physiological responses, and performance enhancement through dietary interventions. Dr. Torki is an active member of several international poultry science associations and has significantly contributed to both education and research leadership.

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🎓 Education

Dr. Torki earned his B.Sc. in Animal Science from Isfahan University of Technology (1993), followed by an M.Sc. in Animal Science from Shiraz University (1996). He completed his Ph.D. in Animal Nutrition with a focus on Avian Nutritional Physiology and Immunology from Ferdowsi University of Mashhad in 2001. His academic journey has been pivotal in advancing knowledge in poultry nutrition and immunology.

đź’Ľ Experience

Starting as an Assistant Professor at Razi University in 2001, Dr. Torki was promoted to Associate Professor in 2010. He has held numerous administrative roles, including Head of the Animal Science Department, Research Deputy of the College, and Faculty Head. His international experience includes sabbaticals at the University of Alberta (Canada) and Wageningen University (Netherlands). He also served as a reviewer for reputed journals such as British Poultry Science, Veterinary Medical Science, and Animal Feed Science and Technology.

🔬 Research Interests

Dr. Torki’s primary research interests revolve around avian nutritional immunology, digestive physiology, and nutritional stress mitigation in poultry. His work focuses on enhancing poultry health and productivity through dietary manipulations involving herbs, essential oils, enzymes, vitamins, and minerals. He has also explored gut health, metabolic responses, and sustainable feed alternatives like mealworm larvae and phytochemicals.

🏅 Awards

Throughout his career, Dr. Torki has received multiple academic accolades for his impactful research and innovation in poultry nutritional science. His memberships in prestigious bodies like the American Poultry Science Association and World Poultry Science Association reflect his international standing. He is also frequently invited to present at global conferences and symposia in Europe and Asia.

📚 Top Noted Publications

Seyedoshohadaei, S., M. Torki, et al. (2023). Interactions of dietary wheat cultivars and NSP-degrading enzyme on egg quality traits. Veterinary Medicine Science, 9: 2132–2143. 🔗Read — Cited by 4 articles.

Bekri, F. & Torki, M. (2021). Egg quality traits and biochemical parameters in hens fed processed oak fruit. Veterinary Medicine Science, 7: 483–490. 🔗Read — Cited by 9 articles.

Torki, M., Schokker, D., et al. (2018). Effects of quercetin, oat hulls, and fish oil on broiler performance. British Poultry Science, 59(5), 579–590. 🔗Read — Cited by 25 articles.

Zangeneh, S., Torki, M., et al. (2020). Dietary lysophospholipids and vitamin C in broilers under cold stress. Animal Production Science, 60: 1557–1566. 🔗Read — Cited by 12 articles.

Torki, M., Akbari, M., Kaviani, K. (2015). Zinc and cinnamon oil effects on laying hens under cold stress. International Journal of Biometeorology, 59: 1169–1177. 🔗Read — Cited by 31 articles.

Conclusion

Based on his extensive contributions, leadership roles, and international collaborations, Dr. Mehran Torki is highly suitable for the Best Researcher Award. His scientific rigor, mentorship, and continuous output of impactful research mark him as a scholar of significant merit. With minor expansion in interdisciplinary scope and visibility, he could further enhance his influence in global animal nutrition research.