Mrs. Nasrin Gharaei | Horticulture | Best Researcher Award

Mrs. Nasrin Gharaei | Horticulture | PhD student at Isfahan University of Technology | Iran

Mrs. Nasrin Gharaei is a dedicated researcher in the field of Horticultural Science, currently pursuing her Ph.D. in Horticulture at Isfahan University of Technology with a focus on photosynthesis mechanisms, plant physiology, and the biochemical development of horticultural and medicinal plant species. Mrs. Nasrin Gharaei’s academic background reflects strong theoretical and practical training in plant biology, agronomy, and advanced horticultural practices, where she has contributed to both controlled laboratory experiments and applied field research. Throughout her academic journey, she has actively engaged in studies involving nutrient management, foliar application strategies, plant–soil–microbial interactions, and the employment of plant growth-promoting microorganisms and nano-enhanced compounds to improve plant productivity and quality. Her professional experience is primarily shaped through her role as a research scholar, where she has contributed to ongoing departmental research projects, supported horticultural analysis laboratories, and collaborated with senior academics on plant physiology and phytochemical profiling studies. Her research interests include photosynthetic performance optimization, secondary metabolite enhancement in medicinal and aromatic crops, the role of bio-fertilizers in sustainable cultivation, and innovative strategies for improving crop resilience under varying agronomic conditions. She has demonstrated proficiency in research skills including plant physiological parameter measurement, biochemical assay execution, experimental design, volatile compound profiling, statistical data interpretation, and academic writing. Although early in her academic career, Mrs. Nasrin Gharaei has already contributed publications to Scopus-indexed journals, demonstrating rigor in research methodology and interdisciplinary scientific collaboration. In terms of awards and honors, she has received academic recognition through departmental research support, graduate research encouragement programs, and participation in scientific seminars, reflecting her growing reputation in her area of specialization. Mrs. Nasrin Gharaei continues to expand her scientific profile by engaging in collaborative research, attending academic conferences, and contributing to knowledge dissemination activities within the horticultural science community. In conclusion, she shows strong potential for future research leadership, with interests aligned toward sustainable horticulture, medicinal crop improvement, and bio-based yield enhancement strategies, positioning her for meaningful academic and research contributions in her field.

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Featured Publications:

1. Gharaei, N., Shamshiri, M. H., & Dehghani, M. R. (2022). Effect of repeated foliar application of urea on growth, fruit quantity and quality of Pistacia vera Cv. Kalleh-Ghuchi. (Citations: 1)

2. Gharaei, N., Nikbakht, A., Rahimmalek, M., & Szumny, A. (2025). Co-application of arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi and silicon nanoparticles: A strategy for optimizing volatile profile, phenolic content, and flower yield in Rosa damascena genotypes.

3. Gharaei Masjedi, N., Shamshiri, M. H., & Dehghani, M. R. (2019). Effect of repeated foliar applications of urea on photosynthetic parameters of pistachio trees cv. Kalleh-Ghuchi in different stages of fruit growth.