Dr. Qaiser Javed is currently employed as a Senior Assistant at the Institute for Adriatic Crops and Karst Reclamation, Department of Applied Science. He is involved in the Croatian Science Foundation project “Novel Approach to Olive Fruit Fly (Bactrocera oleae, Rossi) Monitoring and/or Control Using Volatile Compounds Produced by Brewing By-Products – BeerBy-4-OliveFly” (IP-2022-10-9643), where he contributes to research on sustainable pest management strategies. He obtained his PhD in 2017 in Agricultural Water and Soil Engineering from Jiangsu University, China. His doctoral research focused on saline irrigation management and plant physiological responses to salt stress and re-watering. Dr. Javed previously served as an Associate Professor at Jiangsu University, China, where he conducted advanced research on biological invasions in fragile ecosystems. His work emphasized predicting the spread of invasive plant species using an integrative approach combining plant functional traits, soil physicochemical properties, and microbial and enzymatic activities. Prior to this, he completed his postdoctoral research at the same institution, focusing on growth dynamics, physiological responses, and competitive interactions of invasive plant species under varying environmental conditions. He also served as a researcher at the University of Prešov, Slovakia, where he evaluated the biological activity and ecotoxicological effects of plant extracts and essential oils derived from invasive species using laboratory-based bioassays and model organisms. In 2024, he worked as a Senior Assistant at the Institute of Agriculture and Tourism, Poreč, Croatia, where his research centered on sustainable agriculture and waste valorization, particularly the composting of olive pomace for bio-based fertilizer production. His work integrated laboratory analyses and field experiments to assess compost maturity, soil health, and plant performance.
Dr. Javed has an extensive publication record, with over 80 research articles published in high-impact SCI-indexed journals. His research contributions span plant ecology, invasive species biology, soil pollution, composting technologies, and sustainable agriculture. He has authored and co-authored numerous research papers, review articles, and book chapters, and actively contributes as a peer reviewer for international scientific journals. His primary research interests include plant ecology, soil–plant interactions, invasive species management, environmental pollution, and sustainable soil management practices. In addition to his research activities, he actively participates in international conferences, workshops, and collaborative research initiatives, demonstrating his commitment to advancing scientific knowledge and promoting sustainable agricultural and environmental practices.
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