Muhammad Ahmad Abdel-Gayed Muhammad

Associated Professor, Chairman of Integrated Protection Lab
Giza, EG.

About

Highly accomplished Associated Professor and Chairman of Integrated Protection Lab with over two decades of experience in mycology, microbiology, and plant pathology. Expert in leading critical agricultural research, developing bio-fungicides, and implementing advanced Integrated Pest Management (IPM) strategies to enhance crop protection and sustainable agricultural practices. Proven track record of scientific publication and leadership in national research initiatives, driving innovation in fungal disease control.

Work

Agricultural Research Center (ARC)
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Associated Professor of Mycology and Microbiology

Giza, Giza, Egypt

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Summary

Led advanced research and academic initiatives in mycology and microbiology within the Plant Pathology Research Institute, contributing to significant scientific advancements.

Highlights

Served as an Associated Professor, contributing to scientific advancements in mycology and microbiology research and publishing impactful findings.

Directed academic programs and mentored junior researchers, fostering expertise in plant pathology and fungal genomics.

Spearheaded innovative studies on biological control agents and disease resistance mechanisms, improving agricultural sustainability and crop protection.

Plant Protection Research Station, Agricultural Research Center (ARC)
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Chairman of Integrated Protection Lab

Alexandria, Alexandria, Egypt

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Summary

Chaired the Integrated Protection Lab, overseeing research and implementation of advanced plant protection strategies to enhance agricultural sustainability.

Highlights

Directed the Integrated Protection Lab, leading a team focused on innovative plant disease management solutions and strategic research initiatives.

Spearheaded the application and evaluation of Integrated Pest Management (IPM) programs, significantly enhancing agricultural sustainability and crop health.

Managed research initiatives from December 2018 to January 2024, contributing to significant advancements in plant protection methodologies.

Agricultural Research Center (ARC)
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Assistant Professor of Mycology and Microbiology

Giza, Giza, Egypt

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Summary

Conducted specialized research and provided academic instruction in mycology and microbiology, contributing to the institute's scientific output and educational programs.

Highlights

Executed in-depth studies in mycology and microbiology, resulting in multiple peer-reviewed publications and presentations.

Designed and delivered specialized curriculum for microbiology and mycology courses, enhancing student understanding and practical skills.

Collaborated on interdisciplinary projects, applying expertise in fungal plant pathology to address critical agricultural challenges.

Agricultural Research Center (ARC)
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Assistant Researcher of Mycology, Plant Pathology

Giza, Giza, Egypt

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Summary

Conducted targeted research in mycology and plant pathology, contributing to foundational scientific knowledge and practical applications in agricultural disease control.

Highlights

Performed detailed investigations into fungal diversity and plant pathogens, providing critical data for disease management strategies.

Developed and optimized laboratory protocols for fungal identification and characterization, improving research efficiency and accuracy.

Contributed to the analysis and interpretation of experimental results, supporting the successful completion of numerous research projects.

Agricultural Research Center (ARC)
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Research Assistant of Mycology, Plant Pathology

Giza, Giza, Egypt

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Summary

Supported research activities in mycology and plant pathology, gaining foundational experience in laboratory techniques and data collection for scientific investigations.

Highlights

Assisted senior researchers in conducting experiments related to fungal identification and classification, ensuring accurate data collection.

Maintained laboratory equipment and ensured accurate data recording for various research projects, contributing to operational efficiency.

Contributed to the initial stages of scientific investigations into plant disease mechanisms, building foundational research skills.

Education

Alexandria Univ.
Alexandria, Alexandria, Egypt

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Ph.D.

Fungal Plant Pathology

Courses

Advanced studies on some pathogenic Botrytis spp. on onion.

Suez Canal Univ.
Ismaillia, Ismailia, Egypt

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M.Sc.

Fungal Plant Pathology

Courses

Studies on blasting disease of onion seed-head in Egypt.

Cairo Univ.
El- Fayuom Branch, Fayuom, Egypt

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B.Sc.

Plant Pathology

Grade: Very good (overall), Excellent (specialization)

Publications

Sustainable management of peanut damping-off and root rot diseases caused by Rhizoctonia solani using environmentally friendly bio-formulations of batch fermentation broth of chitinolytic Streptomyces cellulosae.

Published by

BMC Plant Biology

Summary

Abo-Zaid, G.A.; Darwish Mai, H.; Ghozlan Hanan, A.; Abdel-Gayed, M.A.; and Sabry Soraya, A. (2024). Sustainable management of peanut damping-off and root rot diseases caused by Rhizoctonia solani using environmentally friendly bio-formulations of batch fermentation broth of chitinolytic Streptomyces cellulosae. BMC Plant Biology, 24:760.

Application of bio-friendly formulations of chitinase-producing Streptomyces cellulosae Actino 48 for controlling peanut soil-borne diseases caused by Sclerotium rolfsii.

Published by

J. Fungi

Summary

Abo-Zaid, G.A.; Abdelkhalek, A.A.; Matar, S.M.; Darwish Mai, and Abdel-Gayed, M.A. (2021). Application of bio-friendly formulations of chitinase-producing Streptomyces cellulosae Actino 48 for controlling peanut soil-borne diseases caused by Sclerotium rolfsii. J. Fungi, 7(3):167.

Reducing the incidence of onion downy mildew disease using bio-formulation of Pseudomonas fluorescens, limonene and acetyl salicylic acid.

Published by

Plant Cell Biotechnology and Molecular Biology

Summary

Abd-Elbaky, A.A; Abo-Zaid, G.A.; Ahmed Hoda, A.M.; Matar, S.M. and Abdel-Gayed, M.A. (2021). Reducing the incidence of onion downy mildew disease using bio-formulation of Pseudomonas fluorescens, limonene and acetyl salicylic acid. Plant Cell Biotechnology and Molecular Biology, 22(1&2):103-120.

Resistance to white rot disease and enhancement of yield and its components by selection in mutants of two garlic cultivars.

Published by

Journal of Applied Horticulture

Summary

Mohamed, A.G.; Abdel-Gayed, M.A.; Ahmed, S.I.; Hafez, E.E. and Selim, M.A.M. (2020). Resistance to white rot disease and enhancement of yield and its components by selection in mutants of two garlic cultivars. Journal of Applied Horticulture, 22(2): 97-109.

Fermentation, formulation and evaluation of PGPR Bacillus subtilis isolate as a bioagent for reducing occurrence of peanut soil-borne diseases.

Published by

Journal of Integrative Agriculture

Summary

Abdel-Gayed, M.A.; Abo-Zaid, G.A.; Matar, S.M. and Hafez, E.E. (2019). Fermentation, formulation and evaluation of PGPR Bacillus subtilis isolate as a bioagent for reducing occurrence of peanut soil-borne diseases. Journal of Integrative Agriculture, 18(9): 2080–2092.

Multilocus Genetic Techniques, RAPD-PCR and ISSR-PCR Markers and Polygalacturonase Activity as Tools for Differentiation Among Alternaria solani Isolates on Tomato Fruits and Relation to their Pathogenicity in Egypt.

Published by

Asian Journal of Plant Pathology

Summary

Adss, I.A.A.; Abdel-Gayed, M.A.; Botros, W. and Hafez, E.E. (2017). Multilocus Genetic Techniques, RAPD-PCR and ISSR-PCR Markers and Polygalacturonase Activity as Tools for Differentiation Among Alternaria solani Isolates on Tomato Fruits and Relation to their Pathogenicity in Egypt. Asian Journal of Plant Pathology, 11(1):18-27.

Safe Approach to Control Fusarium oxysporum in Sesame Crop.

Published by

Zagazig J. Agric. Res.

Summary

Ahmed Hoda, A.M. and Abdel-Gayed, M.A. (2017). Safe Approach to Control Fusarium oxysporum in Sesame Crop. Zagazig J. Agric. Res., 44 (6B):2529-2540.

Compatibility between Chemical Inducers and Amistar Top Fungicide for Controlling Onion Downy Mildew and Purple Blotch Diseases.

Published by

Egypt. J. Phytopathol.

Summary

Mahmoud, E.Y.; Hussien Zeinab, N.; Ibrahim, M.M. and Abdel-Gayed, M.A. (2016). Compatibility between Chemical Inducers and Amistar Top Fungicide for Controlling Onion Downy Mildew and Purple Blotch Diseases. Egypt. J. Phytopathol., 44 (2): 67-84.

Induction of Structural Genes Expression of Onion Encoding Flavonoids and Anthocyanin Biosynthetic Enzymes as Defense Reaction Against Botrytis aclada Infection.

Published by

Asian Academic Research Journal of Multidisciplinary

Summary

Ramadan A.H.M.; El shobaky, A.; Abdel-Gayed, M.A.; Kabeil Sanaa, A.; Wasfy, E.H. and Hafez, E.E. (2015). Induction of Structural Genes Expression of Onion Encoding Flavonoids and Anthocyanin Biosynthetic Enzymes as Defense Reaction Against Botrytis aclada Infection. Asian Academic Research Journal of Multidisciplinary, 2(1): 118-132.

Molecular Identification of Four Botrytis Species Three of Them Associated with Neck Rot and Blasting Diseases of Onion with Special Reference of Two, aclada and byssoidae.

Published by

J. of Pure and Applied Microbiology

Summary

Hafez, E.E.; Wasfy, E.H.; Ramadan, A.H.M. and Abdel-Gayed, M.A. (2013). Molecular Identification of Four Botrytis Species Three of Them Associated with Neck Rot and Blasting Diseases of Onion with Special Reference of Two, aclada and byssoidae. J. of Pure and Applied Microbiology, 7:79-91.

Languages

Arabic
English

Skills

Research & Development

Mycology, Microbiology, Plant Pathology, Fungal Genomics, Fungal Biotechnology, Bio-fungicide Development, Chemical Extraction, Chemical Purification, Scientific Experimentation, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis.

Disease Management

Fungal Plant Pathogen Identification, Biological Control, Plant Disease Diagnosis, Integrated Pest Management (IPM), Organic Cultivation, Pesticide-Free Crop Production, Plant Natural Resistance, Plant Defense Mechanisms.

Academic & Leadership

Teaching, Training, Laboratory Management, Project Leadership, Scientific Publication, Mentorship, Curriculum Development.

Technical Proficiencies

Fungi Classification, Fungal Diversity Analysis, Molecular Biology Techniques, Computer Skills.

Projects

Semi industrial production of biofungicide from local isolate of Bacillus subtilis and its role in biological control of soil borne diseases (Project No. 58D/2023)

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Summary

Member of a research team for an applied project (No. 58D/2023) focused on the semi-industrial production of biofungicides from local isolates of Bacillus subtilis and their role in biological control of soil-borne diseases, at the Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology Research Institute (GEBRI), City of Scientific Research and Technological Applications (SRTA-City).

Evaluation of some chemical fungicides for controlling tomato early blight caused by Alternaria solani in Noubaria, Al-Behaira Governorate

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Summary

Principal Investigator (PI) of an applied project evaluating chemical fungicides for controlling tomato early blight caused by Alternaria solani in Noubaria, Al-Behaira Governorate, in collaboration with a committee of Agricultural Pesticides, Ministry of Agriculture, Egypt.

Semi industrial production of biofungicide from local isolate of Bacillus subtilis and its role in biological control of soil borne diseases

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Summary

Member of a research team for an applied project (No. 20S/2016) focused on the semi-industrial production of biofungicides from local isolates of Bacillus subtilis and their role in biological control of soil-borne diseases, at the Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology Research Institute (GEBRI), City of Scientific Research and Technological Applications (SRTA-City).

Evaluation of some chemical fungicides for controlling Mushroom fruit rots in Alexandria Governorate

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Summary

Principal Investigator (PI) of an applied project evaluating chemical fungicides for controlling Mushroom fruit rots in Alexandria Governorate, in collaboration with a committee of Agricultural Pesticides, Ministry of Agriculture, Egypt.

Consultant in the scientific office of El-Helb pesticidea & chemicals company

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Summary

Consultant providing scientific expertise to El-Helb pesticidea & chemicals company in New Dommitta, Egypt.

Forecasting and early warning of fungal epidemic plant diseases

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Summary

Member of a research team focused on forecasting and early warning systems for fungal epidemic plant diseases at the Plant Pathology Research Institute, Agricultural Research Center.