Muhammad Asif Arain | Functional food | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Muhammad Asif Arain | Functional food | Best Researcher Award

Lasbela University of Agriculture Water and Marine Sciences | Pakistan

PROFILE VERIFIED

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👋 INTRODUCTION

Dr. Muhammad Asif Arain is an esteemed veterinary scientist and academician at Lasbela University of Agriculture, Water and Marine Sciences, Pakistan. Specializing in Animal Product Technology, he has dedicated his career to advancing veterinary sciences, focusing on animal product safety, quality, and innovation.

🎓 EARLY ACADEMIC PURSUITS

Dr. Arain began his academic journey at Sindh Agriculture University, Tandojam, where he earned his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree with first-class honors. He continued to excel by completing an M.Sc. (Hons) in Animal Product Technology with distinction, and he is currently pursuing his PhD in the same field, reflecting his ongoing commitment to learning and research.

💼 PROFESSIONAL ENDEAVORS

With over a decade of experience, Dr. Arain has served as Assistant Professor and Lecturer at LUAWMS. His practical experience includes veterinary officer roles in significant development projects funded by the United Nations and regional rural support programs. He has also contributed as a trainee in vaccine production and diagnostics, enhancing his expertise in veterinary medicine.

🔬 CONTRIBUTIONS AND RESEARCH FOCUS

Dr. Arain’s research focuses on the biochemical, microbiological, and nutritional properties of animal products, especially camel and goat milk. He has worked on cutting-edge projects related to milk biodiversity, poultry immunity, and antimicrobial applications of nanoparticles, supported by major national research foundations.

📈 IMPACT AND INFLUENCE

He has published 98 research papers with over 3,300 citations and a total impact factor of 162, demonstrating his substantial contribution to veterinary science. His work has influenced both academia and industry, fostering improvements in animal health and product quality.

📚 ACADEMIC CITATIONS AND PUBLICATIONS

Dr. Arain’s recent publications include studies on the anti-diabetic effects of camel milk, nutritional supplementation in poultry, and advanced molecular analyses of dairy products. These works appear in high-impact journals, showcasing his research’s relevance and global reach.

🏆 HONORS & AWARDS

Throughout his career, Dr. Arain has been recognized for academic excellence, securing prestigious research funding, and assuming leadership roles in research management and commercialization, underscoring his dedication to advancing veterinary sciences.

🌟 LEGACY AND FUTURE CONTRIBUTIONS

As a leading expert in veterinary product technology, Dr. Arain is poised to further elevate the field with his PhD research and active involvement in teaching, research innovation, and industry collaboration. His efforts promise ongoing benefits for animal agriculture and health sectors.

✍️ FINAL NOTE

Dr. Muhammad Asif Arain is a committed scholar and researcher whose work bridges scientific discovery and practical applications. His ongoing contributions continue to enhance veterinary education, research, and animal product technologies in Pakistan and beyond.

📚 SELECTED PUBLICATIONS

  • Exploring the anti-diabetic properties of camel milk: effects on blood glucose, antioxidant defense, and organ histo-morphological features in rabbits

    • Authors: M.A. Arain, Muhammad Asif; G.B. Khaskheli, Gul Bahar; G.S. Barham, Ghulam Shabir; B.O. Almutairi, Bader Obaid; I.B. Marghazani, Illahi Bakhash

    • Journal: Journal of Molecular Histology

    • Year: 2025

  • Nutraceutical potential of essential oils in dairy animal diets: challenges and opportunities

    • Authors: A.A. Aboamer, A. A.; H.M. Ebeid, Hossam M.; F. Siddique, Faisal; M.A. Arain, Muhammad Asif; F.U. Hassan, F. Ul

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  • Regulation of energy metabolism by non-coding RNAs in livestock species: a review

    • Authors: F.U. Hassan, F. Ul; M. Safdar, Muhammad; M. Younus, Muhammad; M.A. Arain, Muhammad Asif

    • Journal: (Not specified)

    • Year: (Not specified)

  • An in-depth overview of the nutritional advantages of medicinal plant supplementation in poultry feed

    • Authors: A.U. Rehman, Abdur Ur; J.A. Buzdar, Jameel Ahmed; M.A. Arain, Muhammad Asif; M. Arslan, Muhammad; C. Zhou, Cunshan

    • Journal: (Not specified)

    • Year: (Not specified)

  • Nutrigenomic Potential of Mineral Nano-Particles to Modulate Poultry Health and Performance

    • Authors: A. Arsalan, Abdullah; A.U. Rehman, Abdur Ur; H. Younus, Hina; J.A. Buzdar, Jameel Ahmed; X. Qi, Xianghui

    • Journal: (Not specified)

    • Year: (Not specified)

  • Effects of in ovo supplementation of selenium (Se) and zinc (zn) on hatchability and production performance of broiler chickens

    • Authors: F. Nabi, Fazul; M.A. Arain, Muhammad Asif; M.F. Hassan, Mohammad Farooque; M.H. Almutairi, Mikhlid Hammad; J.A. Buzdar, Jameel Ahmed

    • Journal: Journal of Comparative Physiology B Biochemical Systemic and Environmental Physiology

    • Year: 2024

  • Lactoferrin’s role in modulating NF-κB pathway to alleviate diabetes-associated inflammation: A novel in-silico study

    • Authors: M.A. Arain, Muhammad Asif; G.B. Khaskheli, Gul Bahar; G.S. Barham, Ghulam Shabir; I.B. Marghazani, Illahi Bakhash

    • Journal: Heliyon

    • Year: 2024

 

Valentin Menoury | Agriculture science | Young Scientist Award

Mr. Valentin Menoury | Agriculture science | Young Scientist Award

National Research Institute for Agriculture, Food and Environment (INRAE) | France

PUBLICATION PROFILE

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🎓 EARLY ACADEMIC PURSUITS

Mr. Valentin Laurent Sylvain Menoury embarked on his academic journey with a strong foundation in agricultural sciences. He graduated as an Agricultural Engineer from ESA (École Supérieure d’Agricultures) in Angers, France. Building on this foundation, he pursued a Master of Science in Animal Nutrition and Metabolism at Wageningen University and Research (WUR), The Netherlands, where he graduated with cum laude distinction. His early academic focus demonstrated a deep interest in sustainable animal nutrition and the intersection between feed processing and animal health.

👨‍🔬 PROFESSIONAL ENDEAVORS

Currently, Mr. Menoury is a PhD student at UMR Herbivores, INRAE – the French National Research Institute for Agriculture, Food and Environment. His research tackles a crucial challenge in feed sustainability: replacing hexane, a toxic and petroleum-based solvent used in oilseed processing, with 2-methyloxolane, a more sustainable, biobased alternative. This aligns with global goals for greener and safer food systems. In parallel, he has engaged in one industry consultancy project and has co-authored one journal article indexed in SCI/Scopus.

🔬 CONTRIBUTIONS AND RESEARCH FOCUS

Valentin’s primary research assesses the nutritional value of 2-methyloxolane-defatted oilseed meals in dairy cow diets and evaluates their impact on milk quality. His work is pioneering in that it is the first study to report n-hexane residues in milk from cows fed with hexane-defatted soybean meal. Additionally, his application of equivalence testing in livestock feeding trials marks a methodological breakthrough. Until now, most studies relied on non-significant results from traditional difference testing. His collaboration with statisticians from WUR underlines his interdisciplinary approach and dedication to improving research standards in animal science.

🌍 IMPACT AND INFLUENCE

By addressing both environmental and food safety concerns, Mr. Menoury’s work contributes significantly to the modernization of feed processing practices. His research paves the way for broader adoption of biobased solvents and more statistically robust evaluation techniques. The implications of his study stretch beyond dairy science, influencing policy, feed manufacturing, and consumer health. His findings are already encouraging other researchers and institutions to reconsider solvent safety in feed production.

📚 ACADEMIC CITES AND RECOGNITION

Although early in his academic career, Valentin has published one peer-reviewed article and is active on platforms like ORCID and HAL, where his research contributions are accessible. While his citation index is currently not available (NA), his innovative methods and collaborative spirit have begun earning recognition in the research community. He has also participated in data analysis challenges, receiving commendation from the Research Data Analysis platform.

🌱 LEGACY AND FUTURE CONTRIBUTIONS

Looking ahead, Mr. Menoury aims to continue transforming animal nutrition practices by advancing biobased alternatives in feed production and advocating for rigorous statistical methods in agricultural science. His legacy will likely include driving the transition toward safer, more sustainable livestock feeding systems and inspiring future scientists to integrate sustainability, innovation, and methodological integrity in their work.

 📚 TOP NOTES PUBLICATIONS

Replacing hexane with 2-methyloxolane for defatting soybean meal fed to dairy cows: Effects on dairy performance and nitrogen partitioning

  • Authors: V. Menoury, A. Ferlay, C. Ginane, G. Cantalapiedra-Hijar, S. Lemosquet, D. Andueza, G.G.R. Leday, J. Engel, P. Nozière

  • Journal: Journal of Dairy Science

  • Year: 2025

  • DOI: 10.3168/jds.2024-25860

 Productive performance of dairy cows fed with 2-methyloxolane defatted soybean, rapeseed, and sunflower meals

  • Authors: Valentin Menoury, Anne Ferlay, Pierre Nozière

  • Year: 2024

  • DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.13921344

 Des parcours variés vers le doctorat (bac+8), à toi de créer le tien !

  • Authors: Blandine Mora, Lucie Auzance, Laurianne Voland, Clément Brosse, Valentin Menoury

  • Year: 2024

  • DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.13906958

2-methyloxolane can replace hexane for defatting soybean meal fed to cows without affecting dairy performance, rumen volatile fatty acid proportions and major fatty acid secretion in milk

  • Authors: Valentin Menoury, Pierre Noziere, G. Leday, J. Engel, Anne Ferlay

  • Year: 2024

  • DOI: hal-04743844

 Replacing hexane by 2-methyloxolane for defatting soybean meal does not impair fattening performance of beef cattle supplemented with methionine

  • Authors: Carlos Garcia-Vazquez, Valentin Menoury, Pascal Faure, Lorène Salis, Anne Ferlay, Pierre Noziere, Gonzalo Cantalapiedra-Hijar

  • Year: 2024