Environment, Climate, Plant and Vegetation Growth

Shah Fahad is working as Assistant Professor in the Department of Agronomy, Abdul Wali Khan University Mardan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan. He obtained his PhD in Agronomy from Huazhong Agriculture University, China, in 2015. After doing his postdoctoral research in Agronomy at the Huazhong Agriculture University (2015-17), he accepted the position of Assistant Professor at the University of Haripur. He has published over 450 peer-reviewed papers (Impact factor 2334.31) with more than 390 research and 60 review articles, on important aspects of climate change, plant physiology and breeding, plant nutrition, plant stress responses and tolerance mechanisms, and exogenous chemical priming-induced abiotic stress tolerance.  He has also contributed 80 book chapters to various book editions published by Springer, Wiley-Blackwell, and Elsevier.  He has edited twenty book volumes, including this one, published by CRC press, Springer, and Intech Open. He wonYoung Rice International Scientist award and distinguish scholar award in 2014 and 2015 respectively. 

Shah Saud received his Ph.D. and Post Doctorate in Turf grasses (Horticulture) from Northeast Agricultural University, Harbin, China. He is currently working as Assistant Professor in College of Life Science, Linyi University, China. Dr. Shah Saud has published over 200 research publications in peer-reviewed journals. He has edited 8 books and written 40 book chapters on important aspects of plant physiology, plant stress responses, and environmental problems in relation to agricultural plants. According to Scopus®, Dr. Shah Saud's publications have received roughly 8566 citations with an h-index of 44.

Taufiq Nawaz is a young biotechnology scientist and earning PhD in Synthetic Biology/Biotechnology in South Dakota State University, USA besides his master's degree in food science and Technology, he also earned a master's degree in political science and Master in International Relations. He has authored and co-authored 25 peer-reviewed papers and four book chapters. He is also serving as co-editor for one book. His major research focuses on Applying Synthetic Biology of cyanobacteria to produce Perfect Proteins for Quality Human Nutrition Using Sunlight and N2 Gas. His future research is focused on producing biofuels and other high-value compounds and high-quality nutritional protein powder as food/feedstock supplement. He is currently working on a couple of papers and book chapters on climate change, cyanobacteria and bioNitrogen economy.

Liping Gu is a distinguished Research Staff Scientist at South Dakota State University. With a strong academic background, Dr. Gu holds a Ph.D. in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from Michigan State University (2005) as well as a B.S and M.S. in Plant Physiology and Biochemistry from Anhui Normal University, China. Her extensive academic journey also includes serving as a Postdoctoral Fellow and Visiting Scholar at Michigan State University, contributing significantly to her research prowess. Dr. Gu's career trajectory showcases her dedication to education and research. She served as an Associate Professor and Assistant Professor at Anhui Normal University, China, prior to her roles in the United States. Her exceptional contributions have been acknowledged through numerous awards and fellowships, including the prestigious 2023 Presidential Award of Excellence from South Dakota State University. Notably, her scientific acumen was recognized in the 1st Annual Science as Art Competition, where her confocal image demonstrated Nif-protein micro-compartmentation, earning her the first-place faculty/staff award. Her research portfolio is equally impressive, with her leadership on various projects funded by renowned organizations. Dr. Gu's work spans genetic engineering of cyanobacteria, multidisciplinary molecular interaction research, advan

Cyanobacterial Solutions for Climate Resilient Agriculture and Global Food Security.- Harnessing Cyanobacteria: Nitrogen Fixation and its Impact on Climate and Plant Growth.- Solar Powered N2-Fixing Cyanobacteria for Bio Nitrogen Fertilizer Production and Soil Health Improvement: A Sustainable Farming Approach.- Mitigating adverse effects of salinity through foliar application of biostimulants.- Plant Growth under Extreme Climatic Conditions.- Impact of invasive alien plants and heavy metals contamination on crops: A review.- Role of Plants in restoring degraded ecosystems to improve biodiversity in Alula Region Saudi Arabia.-
Plant-Soil Interactions and Nutrient Cycling Dynamics in Tropical Rainforests.- Climate Change and Food Security.- Impact of climate change on agriculture.-  Coupling Environmental Factors and Climate Change: Impacts on Plant and Vegetation Growth Patterns in Ecologically Sensitive Regions.- The Crucial Role of Literature in Recognizing Climate Change as an Urgent Reality A Case Study of Malakand Division, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Pakistan.- Carbon Nanotubes in Environmental Remediation: Soil and Water Applications.-
Nitrogen Fixing Cyanobacteria and Soil Enrichment for a Greener Future.- The Green Revolution: Promoting Environmental Stewardship and Plant Growth.- Climate Resilience: Strategies for Enhancing Plant and Vegetation Growth.- Influence of environmental factors on plant diversity and distribution in the Kashmir, Western Himalaya.-  Assessment of long-term Climate Change Impact on Alpine Vegetation of Western Himalayas.- Innovative approaches to chili cultivation: A comprehensive review of enclosed  growing designs.- Sustainable Solutions: Nurturing Plant Growth in a Changing Climate.- Cereal Crops in the Era of Climate Change: An Overview.