Prof. Abdolah Ghasemi Pirbalouti | Agricultural and Biological Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Tehran Medical Sciences, Islamic Azad University | Iran

Prof. Abdolah Ghasemi Pirbalouti is a globally recognized professor, researcher, and consultant specializing in organic farming, medicinal plants, and plant-based functional foods. With extensive academic, industrial, and leadership experience, he has contributed significantly to the development of herbal-based nutraceuticals, sustainable agricultural systems, and functional food innovations. His vision combines scientific rigor with practical applications, positioning him as a bridge between research and industry. Known for his integrity, patience, and inclusive leadership style, Prof. Abdolah Ghasemi Pirbalouti has established a reputation as an innovator whose work improves community health and advances global agricultural knowledge.

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Education

Prof. Abdolah Ghasemi Pirbalouti holds academic degrees in Agronomy and Plant Breeding, Agronomy, and Agroecology from leading Iranian universities. His education was further enriched by advanced research training in medicinal and aromatic plants at the University of Massachusetts, USA. This blend of national and international education gave him both technical depth and a global outlook, enabling him to contribute effectively to agricultural science, biotechnology, and functional food research.

Experience

Throughout his career, Prof. Abdolah Ghasemi Pirbalouti has advanced from lecturer to professor, holding multiple leadership roles in universities, research centers, and innovation hubs. He has served as Head of Department, Chancellor, and Chief Editor of international journals, where he has influenced research strategies, promoted faculty development, and elevated institutional rankings. His leadership extended beyond academia into agricultural enterprises, where he has worked as a consultant to improve crop yields, develop natural food additives, and guide startups in medicinal plants. He has also played a pivotal role in establishing innovation and technology centers, mentoring young scientists, and guiding product development from laboratory findings to market-ready solutions.

Research Interests

Prof. Abdolah Ghasemi Pirbalouti’s primary research interests lie in organic farming systems, medicinal and aromatic plants, ethnobotany, and plant-based functional foods. He focuses on the bioactivity of plant compounds, their applications in pharmaceutical and food industries, and their role in sustainable agriculture. His work explores how natural elicitors, bio-fertilizers, and organic systems influence plant growth, essential oil profiles, and secondary metabolites. By merging traditional knowledge with modern agricultural biotechnology, his research addresses global challenges related to food security, health, and environmental sustainability.

Awards

Prof. Abdolah Ghasemi Pirbalouti has earned numerous national and international awards, recognizing his exceptional contributions to science, teaching, and innovation. He has been consistently acknowledged among the top scientists worldwide, honored with prestigious national researcher titles, and celebrated for his publications and patents. His awards include distinctions for research excellence, authorship of influential books, innovation in agricultural products, and academic leadership. These accolades underscore his impact in both academic and applied sciences, while affirming his standing as one of the leading voices in agricultural and medicinal plant research.

Publications

Prof. Abdolah Ghasemi Pirbalouti has authored more than 150 peer-reviewed papers across high-impact international journals. His publications cover topics such as organic farming practices, biochemical traits of medicinal plants, and applications of herbal extracts in food and pharmaceutical sciences. Some representative works include:

• Interactive effects of drought stress and chitosan application on physiological characteristics and essential oil yield of Thymus daenensis Celak
  Journal: The Crop Journal
  Published on: 2017
  Citation: 363

• Essential oil and chemical compositions of wild and cultivated Thymus daenensis Celak and Thymus vulgaris L.
  Journal: Industrial Crops and Products
  Published on: 2013
  Citation: 318

• Ethnobotanical study of medicinal plants used by Kurd tribe in Dehloran and Abdanan districts, Ilam province, Iran
  Journal: African Journal of Traditional, Complementary and Alternative Medicines 
  Published on: 2013
  Citation: 295

• Effects of drying methods on qualitative and quantitative properties of essential oil of two basil landraces
  Journal: Food Chemistry
  Published on: 2013
  Citation: 285

• Exogenous application of chitosan on biochemical and physiological characteristics, phenolic content and antioxidant activity of two species of basil
  Journal: Scientia Horticulture
  Published on: 2017
  Citation: 238

• Antioxidant and antibacterial activities of the essential oils obtained from seven Iranian populations of Rosmarinus officinalis
  Journal: Industrial Crops and Products
  Published on: 2017
  Citation: 196

• Dehydration behaviour, mathematical modelling, energy efficiency and essential oil yield of peppermint leaves undergoing microwave and hot air treatments
  Journal: Renewable and Sustainable Energy
  Published on: 2016
  Citation: 186

Conclusion

Prof. Abdolah Ghasemi Pirbalouti is an exceptional academic leader whose research has transformed the understanding and application of medicinal plants, organic farming, and functional foods. With a remarkable publication record, impactful patents, and global recognition, he has consistently demonstrated innovation, academic excellence, and dedication to advancing science for societal benefit. His sustained contributions position him as an outstanding candidate for prestigious research awards.