Visionary Speakers & Conference Orators
Dr. Andrei A. Bunaciu
Senior Researcher at S.C. AAB_IR research S.R.LRomania
Dr. Andrei A. Bunaciu
Senior Researcher at S.C. AAB_IR research S.R.LRomaniaBiography
Andrei A. Bunaciu was born in 1955 in Făgăraş, a small Transylvanian town in central Romania. He graduated from the Politehnica University of Bucharest in 1979. He received his Ph.D., in 1990, from the Politehnica University of Bucharest, Faculty of Chemistry, Department of Analytical Chemistry using as the theme of his dissertation, Ion-selective membrane electrodes applied in pharmaceutical drug analysis. For several years he worked as a Senior Researcher at the Central Laboratory for Scientific Control of Biological Products and Veterinary Drugs - Bucharest, the Institute of Chemical and Pharmaceutical Research Bucharest, the Romanian Intelligence Service, and in the Vibrational Spectroscopy Department at SCIENT - Research Center for Instrumental Analysis, Tȃncăbeşti - Snagov. Since 2018, he has been the C.E.O. and senior researcher at AAB_IR research Bragadiru company. His research interests concern molecular recognition of pharmaceutical and biological compounds, using infrared spectroscopy techniques. He is the author/co-author of 97 publications in biomedical, pharmaceutical, and food analysis, including a book VIBRATIONAL SPECTROSCOPY APPLICATIONS IN BIOMEDICAL, PHARMACEUTICAL AND FOOD SCIENCES, published in 2020 by Elsevier, Inc., as well as three chapters: VIBRATIONAL SPECTROSCOPY APPLICATIONS IN DRUG-ANALYSIS, in Encyclopedia of Spectroscopy and Spectrometry, 3rd Edition, Lindon, J.C., Tranter, G.E. and Koppenaal, D.W. (eds.), Oxford; Elsevier, 2017, vol. 4, pp. 575-581, RECENT APPLICATIONS OF INFRARED SPECTROSCOPY IN BIOMEDICAL ANALYSIS, in FTIR Spectroscopy: Advances in Research and Applications, edited by Adriana S. Franca and Leandro S. Oliveira, Nova Publishers, NY, USA, 2022, pp. 575-581, and respectively DETECTION OF PARAFFIN OIL ADULTERATION IN EDIBLE OILS USING FTIR SPECTROSCOPY, in Pharmaceutical Research: Recent Advances and Trends, edited by Kevin Fernandez, 2024, vol 9, pp. 55-69
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Prof. Jorge A Zavala
University of Buenos AiresArgentina
Prof. Jorge A Zavala
University of Buenos AiresArgentinaBiography
Dr. Zavala studied Agronomy at the University of Buenos Aires, Argentina and graduated as MS in 2000. She then joined the research group of Prof. James at the Institute of General and Inorganic Chemistry, Bulgarian Academy of Sciences (IGIC-BAS). He received his PhD degree in 2004 and a two-year postdoc at the Max Planck Institute for Chemical Ecology, Jena, Germany. After two year postdoctoral fellowship at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign supervised by Profs May Berenbaum and Evan DeLucia, USA he obtained the position of an Associate Professor at the University of Buenos Aires, School of Agronomy. He has published more than 70 research articles in SCI(E) journals
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Chiara Broccanello
University of VeronaItaly
Chiara Broccanello
University of VeronaItalyBiography
Chiara Broccanello is a Temporary Assistant Professor in Agricultural Genetics at the Department of Biotechnology of the University of Verona. She is graduated at the University of Padova in 'Food Biotechnology' and she obtained a PhD in 'Animal and Food Science' in the same University. The main research area involved the identification of molecular makers for resistance to biotic and abiotic stresses in cultivated plants. She published more then 30 peer-reviewed articles.
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Elena Mateos Martinez PhD
Universidad de SevillaSpain
Elena Mateos Martinez PhD
Universidad de SevillaSpainBiography
Elena Mateos Martínez studied Biology at the Seville University, Spain and graduated as MS dregree in 2017. Master in Environmental Analysis and Management at the Malaga University, Spain. PhD student at University of Seville in the research group of Ecology, Cytogenetics and Natural Resources. Researcher for the Research Foundation of the University of Seville since 2019. She has published several articles in relation to ecophysiological aspects of urban green infrastructure and its role as a carbon dioxide sink. Participated in the research project in collaboration with the city council of Sant Cugat del Vallés, Barcelona, for which the Association of Public Parks and Gardens awarded the first prize in 2022.
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Carla Geovana of the Birth Macario
University of BrasíliaBrazil
Carla Geovana of the Birth Macario
University of BrasíliaBrazilBiography
She holds a degree in Computer Science from the University of Brasília (1988), a master's degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering (1997) and a PhD in Computer Science (2009), both from the State University of Campinas, and an MBA in Management with an emphasis on Leadership and Innovation from Fundação Getúlio Vargas (2024). She has experience in Computer Science, with an emphasis on Databases, Software Engineering, and eScience. She has been a researcher at the Brazilian Agricultural Research Corporation since 1989. She was Deputy Head of Research and Development at Embrapa Digital Agriculture from September 2021 to March 2024, where she works with Research Data Management, Sustainability and Innovation, and Digital Inclusion of Rural Women, and is also coordinator of the GO FAIR Agro Brasil Thematic Network. She is a professor of the Postgraduate course in Digital Agriculture at the Polytechnic School of the Pontifical Catholic University of Campinas and teaches Digital Agriculture courses in MBA courses at USP/Esalq. In 2008, she received the Brazil Women in Technology award from Google Inc
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Dr. Dominica Una
Yorkville UniversityCanada
Dr. Dominica Una
Yorkville UniversityCanadaBiography
Experienced engineer holding a Ph.D. and an MBA with a specialized focus on Business Analytics and Small Business Management. Recognized for visionary leadership and adeptness in leveraging data to address challenges, formulate strategies, and resolve complex issues.
With over 8 years of international experience as a Certified Project Management Professional across diverse sectors including EPC, Energy, Health, and Non-profit. Acknowledged as a transformative leader in climate change, environment, health, and well-being, with a proven track record of fostering collaboration and mobilizing youth for societal impact.
Key Skills
• Business Analytics: Expertise in utilizing data insights for strategic decision-making.
• Data Analysis & Visualization: Proficient in Digital Marketing Analysis, Data Visualization, Predictive Modeling, Regression, and Variable Selection.
• Project Management: Skilled in overseeing projects from inception to completion, ensuring efficiency and goal attainment.
• Strategic Planning: Experienced in developing and executing comprehensive strategies aligned with organizational objectives.
• Salesforce: Proficient in leveraging Salesforce for CRM and business management functions.
Open to exploring new opportunities and collaborations aimed at driving positive change and innovation.
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Summit Speakers
Mr. Zahiduzzaman Syeed
Managing DirectorBangladesh
Mr. Zahiduzzaman Syeed
Managing DirectorBangladeshBiography
Zahiduzzaman Syeed is a pioneering entrepreneur in Bangladesh’s Agritech sector, with a deep commitment to using technology to empower smallholder farmers and rural communities. As Co-Founder and Managing Director of E-Farmers Bangladesh Ltd., Zahiduzzaman is leading a technology-based social enterprise that aims to revolutionize the agricultural industry through innovation, inclusion, and sustainability.
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Leveraging Precision Agriculture for Smallholder Farmers in Bangladesh: A Digital Village Approach
Annastacia Chinyere
University of Nigeria, NsukkaNigeria
Annastacia Chinyere
University of Nigeria, NsukkaNigeriaBiography
I produce healthy vegetables (Habanero, Bell pepper, Tomato, Spinach) for establishment in the greenhouse. I develop planting, crop management and best agronomic practices to ensure improved crop yield. I coordinate and manage farm workers and activities. I inspect the farm and monitor growing crops for the sign of disease
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Climate Change Negotiator|| Climate Actor||Soilless Farming Advocate|| Hydroponic|| Aquaponic||
Adefolaji Oluwatobi
FEDERAL UNIVERSITYNigeria
Adefolaji Oluwatobi
FEDERAL UNIVERSITYNigeriaBiography
Adefolaji Oluwatobi is passionate about sustainable agriculture, entrepreneurship and teaching. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Agricultural Extension and Rural Development from Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, where he conducted a research on the 'Impact of Agricultural Cooperatives on Farmers' Livelihoods'.
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Mr. Bendjedid Rachad Sanoussi
FounderMorraco
Mr. Bendjedid Rachad Sanoussi
FounderMorracoBiography
Enthusiastic about ICTs with proven skills in telecommunications, communication,
internet governance, human rights protection, and biodiversity conservation.
Green Leaf AI, Fès-Meknès, Morocco
▪ Develop AI-driven solutions for agricultural disease detection and oversee product innovation,
team management, and strategic partnerships; Build strategic partnerships with agricultural
cooperatives, research institutions, and funding organizations to scale impact
United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), New York, United States (remote)
▪ Support the implementation of the Digital Readiness Assessment and the Artificial Intelligence
Readiness Assessment, Support data analysis and coordination with UNDP country offices.
▪ Conduct background research for desk review, contributing to the development of draft reports
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Using Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Early Detection of Oil Palm Diseases in Benin
