Secretary of the Plant Protection Scientific Association, University of Tehran (2025–Present)
Editor-in-Chief, Sabzineh Journal (2021–2024)
Secretary of the Plant Protection Scientific Association, Shahid Bahner University of Kerman (2021–2024)
Member of the Executive Council of Scientific Associations, Shahid Bahner University of Kerman (2023–2024)
Manager, Sabzineh Application
Research Interests I am an ecotoxicologist with a research focus on the environmental fate and impact of pesticides, particularly in agroecosystems. My research interests lie in developing novel methods for analyzing pesticide residues in environmental matrices, assessing the environmental fate, transport, and degradation of agrochemicals via novel techniques (e.g., CSIA), and exploring microbial bioremediation strategies for pesticide pollution mitigation. Additionally, I am interested in evaluating the effects of pesticides on beneficial insects, especially pollinators
Education
Ph.D., Agricultural Entomology, Faculty of Agriculture, College of Agriculture & Natural Resources, Department of Plant Protection, University of Tehran. Thesis: Effect of sulfur on chemical communication and reproductive behaviors of the carob moth.
M.Sc., Agricultural Entomology, Faculty of Agriculture, Department of Plant Protection, University of Zanjan. Thesis: Field optimization of pheromone traps of tuta absoluta Meyrick (Lep: Gelechidae) by using some chemical attractants.
B.Sc., Plant protection, Faculty of Agriculture, Department of Plant Protection, University of Zanjan
PUBLICATIONS
-Hejazi, M., Movahedi, F. M. and Askari, O. Higbee, B. S. 2016. Novel Chemo-Attractants for Trapping Tomato Leafminer Moth (Lepidoptera: G elechiidae). Journal of Economic Entomology. 109 (5): 2074-2081. 14) 2- Hejazi, M., Movahedi, F. M.2020. Effect of some chemical compounds on attraction of Archips rosanus in field conditions. 24th Iranian Plant Protection Congress. University of Zanjan, Zanjan, Iran. 15) 3-Hejazi, M., Movahedi, F. M. and Askari. 2014. Effect of some chemical compounds in combination with sex pheromone on attraction of tuta absoluta (Meyrick) (Lep: Gelechiidae) in field condition. 21th Iranian Plant Protection Congress. University of Urmia, Urmia, Iran. 16) 4- Hejazi, M., Movahedi, F. M. and Askari. 2014. Effect of some chemical compounds on attraction of tuta absoluta (Meyrick) (Lep: Gelechiidae) in field conditions. 3rd Insect pest management conference. Shahid bahonar University of Kerman, Kerman, Iran. 17) 5- Hejazi, M., Movahedi, F. M. and Askari. 2014. The co-attraction of tuta absoluta (Meyrick) (Lep: Gelechiidae) and Agrotis segetum (Denis & Schiffermiiler) (Lep: Noctuidae). 3rd Insect pest management conference. Shahid bahonar University of Kerman, Kerman, Iran. 18) 6- Hejazi, M., Movahedi, F. M. and Askari. 2014. Variation of super cooling point in phytomyza orobanchia Kalt. (Dip: Agromyzidae). 3rd Insect pest management conference. Shahid bahonar University of Kerman, 19) Kerman, Iran. 20) 7- Hejazi, M., Movahedi, F. M. and Ghaemmaghami, E. 2011. Effect of UV- radiation on egg hatching of Cowpea weevil Callosobruchus maculatus Fabricius (Coleoptera: Bruchidae). First national conference on modern agricultural science and technologies (MAST). University of Zanjan. Zanjan. Iran.
As a Plant Pathologist, I am Professional in Laboratory, Greenhouse, and
Phytopathological Techniques (Plant Pathogens/Disease Diagnostics; e.g.,
RNA/DNA/Plasmid Extraction, Pathogen Isolation, cDNA Preparation, Colony
PCR, Gene Cloning, Quantitative PCR, Multiplex RT-PCR, ELISA, etc),
Bioinformatics Techniques, and Molecular Biology Studies. I am so Interested in
Working in the Greenhouse and Molecular Labs. I have Also Developed Expertise
in Plant Pathogens Agents, Open-Field Sampling, Trials, and Greenhouse
Experiments. At Present, I Am Working as A Greenhouse Engineer at ArasTarla
(Atavita) Complex (One of the Top Ten Hydroponic Greenhouses in the World).
PhD candidate in plant Diseases in Tehran University
Currently pursuing doctoral research in plant pathology with focus on anti-fungal
properties of plant-based compounds in diseases management strategies at Agroecology
Department, Aarhus University, Denmark.
Master of science in Plant Diseases from Varamin-Pishva Azad University,Iran, 2014
Bachelor of science in Plant Protection from Varamin-Pishva Azad University,Iran, 2006
Work experience
2009 - Present Teaching at Agricultural Department, Technical and vocational University
2006 - Present Giving advice on controlling of Pests and Pathogens as a consultant to
farmers
2010– 2017 Holding workshops related to principles of consulting in plant protection
publication
Genetic diversity of Fusarium oxysporum f.sp. melonis isolates causing melon wilt in
IRAN, 2018. Applied Plant Protection Researches journal, volum7, No. 1
Comparison of pathogenicity of Fusarium oxysporum f.sp. melonis isolates from
different regions of Iran and their effects on growth indices, 2013, Applied Plant
Protection journal, volume 2, No. 3.
Comparison of virulence of Fusarium oxysporum f. sp. radices-cucumerinum isolates
from different regions of Iran and their impact on vegetative growth of cucumber, 2022.
Applied Plant Protection, Vol. 10, No. 2.
Precision farming and its application in controlling plant diseases, 2016, Karafan
journal, volume 13, No. 39.
Effect of 535 Percidin on plant growth moths and greenhouse cucumber, 2008,
Summary Articles of the Congress Plant Protection.
Molecular genetic basis of interactions between fungal effectors and host plants,
2024. Vol.12, No. 2.
Understanding Botrytis cinerea infection and grey mold management, A Review
paper on deciphering the rose’s thorn, Phytppathology Research, 2024. 6:42
Author of two books under title of Principles of Consulting in Plant Protection, 2021
and Plant Protection for Vegetables, 2019.
PhD Plant Pathology - University of Tehran, Karaj 2024 –Now
MSc Plant Pathology - Shahid Chamran University of Ahvaz
- University of Tehran, Karaj
BSc Plant Protection -Islamic Azad University, Science and
Research Branch, Tehran
A dedicated and accomplished researcher in Entomology, currently pursuing a Master's degree in Entomology at the University of Tehran. Ranked as the top student in undergraduate program and awarded third place in the national entrance exam for master's degree. Research focuses on evaluating the impact of pesticides on honeybee gut microbiota, utilizing qPCR and enzymatic assays to assess potential risks to bee health. Passionate about research in genetic analysis, risk assessment, and sustainable pest management
Peer reviewed 25+ manuscripts (2022–2025) across top-tier international journals. Developed a strong understanding of editorial workflows, manuscript ethics, and constructive author feedback. My reviews are detailed, balanced, and ethically grounded. Notably, a peer review I submitted to ‘Physiology and Molecular Biology of Plants’ led to an ethics investigation, reinforcing my commitment to responsible publishing.
PhD in Plant Molecular Biology from Bose Institute, India 2016-2021 MSc in Botany from Presidency University, Kolkata, India 2011-2013 BSc Botany (Honours) from Presidency College, Kolkata, India 2006-2010 Studied Botany, Chemistry and Zoology
