Prof. Dr. Guilherme Vinicius Gonçalves de Pádua | Plant Science | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Guilherme Vinicius Gonçalves de Pádua is a Brazilian agronomist and researcher whose academic foundation spans agronomy, forestry sciences, and sustainable management of semi-arid ecosystems. He earned his undergraduate degree in Agricultural Engineering from the Federal Rural University of Pernambuco, followed by a specialization in Sustainable Management of the Semi-Arid Region and a master’s degree in Forest Sciences from the Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte, culminating with a doctorate in Agronomy from the Federal University of Paraíba. His professional experience includes teaching at the Federal Institute of Education, Science and Technology of Amazonas, where he contributes to agricultural education in the areas of phytosanitary practices, irrigation, and agroforestry systems. Dr. Pádua’s research interests focus on seed physiology, forest restoration, biodiversity, and sustainable seed technologies, emphasizing native species such as Hymenaea martiana. Skilled in experimental design, seed quality analysis, and image-based biometric evaluation, he integrates ecological principles with technological innovation. His work has been published in leading journals, and he has served as a peer reviewer for several scientific periodicals. Recognized for his dedication to environmental sustainability and education, Dr. Pádua exemplifies a commitment to advancing agricultural sciences through research, teaching, and ecological stewardship.