Asadollah Ahmadikhah | Genetics and Genomics | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Asadollah Ahmadikhah | Genetics and Genomics | Best Researcher Award 

Professor, researcher | Shahid Beheshti University | Iran

Dr. Asadollah Ahmadikhah is an Associate Professor in the Department of Cellular and Molecular Biology, Faculty of Life Sciences and Biotechnology at Shahid Beheshti University, Tehran, Iran. With a research focus on plant biotechnology, molecular genetics, and genomic breeding, his work has significantly advanced the understanding of molecular mechanisms underlying stress tolerance, yield improvement, and genetic diversity in crop plants, particularly rice and medicinal species. Dr. Ahmadikhah has authored over 60 peer-reviewed publications in international journals such as Scientific Reports, Frontiers in Plant Science, BMC Plant Biology, and Plant Biotechnology Journal, collectively garnering more than 1,700 citations and an h-index of 20 (Google Scholar). His research contributions span transcriptome analyses, genome-wide association studies (GWAS), gene mapping, and bioinformatics-driven gene discovery, leading to the identification of key genes involved in abiotic stress responses and yield-related traits. He has actively supervised 40 M.Sc. theses and 10 Ph.D. dissertations, nurturing the next generation of molecular biologists and biotechnologists. His commitment to academic excellence is reflected in his diverse teaching portfolio, covering molecular genetics, genomics, bioinformatics, and plant molecular breeding across undergraduate to doctoral levels. A contributor to several national and international collaborations, Dr. Ahmadikhah has also registered multiple gene sequences and RNA-Seq datasets in NCBI and led seven funded research projects. His recent studies integrate meta-transcriptomic and multi-omics approaches to reveal complex gene networks in plants under environmental stresses, offering valuable insights for sustainable agriculture and crop improvement. Through his extensive scientific output, mentorship, and collaborative initiatives, Dr. Ahmadikhah continues to make a profound impact on agricultural biotechnology and molecular genetics research, bridging innovation and application for global food security and resilience.

Profiles: Google Scholar | Scopus | ORCID | ResearchGate

Featured Publications

  1. Narimani, H., Rahimi, M. M., Ahmadikhah, A., & Vaezi, B. (2010). Study on the effects of foliar spray of micronutrient on yield and yield components of durum wheat. Archives of Applied Science Research, 2(6), 168–176. (Citations: 194)

  2. Kordi, M., Farrokhi, N., Pech-Canul, M. I., & Ahmadikhah, A. (2024). Rice husk at a glance: from agro-industrial to modern applications. Rice Science, 31(1), 14–32. (Citations: 136)

  3. Ahmadikhah, A., & Karlov, G. I. (2006). Molecular mapping of the fertility-restoration gene Rf4 for WA-cytoplasmic male sterility in rice. Plant Breeding, 125(4), 363–367. (Citations: 114)

  4. Ali, S. O., & Ahmadikhah, A. (2009). The effects of drought stress on improved cotton varieties in Golestan Province of Iran. International Journal of Plant Production, 3(1), 17–26. (Citations: 92)

  5. Ahmadikhah, A., Nasrollanejad, S., & Alishah, O. (2008). Quantitative studies for investigating variation and its effect on heterosis of rice. International Journal of Plant Production, 2(4), 297–308. (Citations: 84)