Usama Yaseen

Soil Scientist | Environmental Sustainability Researcher

Bandung, ID.

About

International graduate student pursuing a Master's degree in Soil Science with a strong focus on soil biology, soil health, and sustainable agriculture. Leverages comprehensive research experience spanning soil microbiology, soil physics, and environmental sustainability, including an international fellowship in Japan. Committed to developing science-based solutions for resilient land management and global food security to address critical agricultural challenges.

Work

Padjadjaran University's Soil Chemistry and Plant Nutrition Laboratory

|

Laboratory Research Assistant

Bandung, West Java, Indonesia

→

Summary

Gained practical experience in soil chemistry and plant nutrition, actively supporting laboratory operations and research activities.

Highlights

Completed a two-month internship, significantly enhancing practical research skills in soil chemistry and plant nutrition.

Supported daily laboratory operations, including meticulous sample preparation and data collection for critical studies.

Assisted senior researchers in experimental setups and analysis, contributing to ongoing projects in sustainable agriculture.

Fauji Fertilizer Company Ltd.

|

Soil Science Intern - R&D Division

Rawalpindi Cantt, Punjab, Pakistan

→

Summary

Supported the R&D Division by conducting precise soil and water quality assessments, contributing to sustainable land management recommendations.

Highlights

Assisted in rigorous soil and water quality assessment through laboratory analysis, ensuring data integrity for research recommendations.

Conducted comprehensive tests on nutrient composition, salinity, and fertility parameters to inform sustainable soil management strategies.

Contributed to the development of research-based recommendations for optimizing sustainable soil and water management practices.

Soil and Water Testing Laboratory

|

Research Assistant Intern

Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan

→

Summary

Performed critical laboratory analysis for soil and water quality assessment, directly supporting research-based recommendations for sustainable land management.

Highlights

Assisted in rigorous soil and water quality assessment, analyzing key parameters to support environmental sustainability initiatives.

Conducted detailed laboratory tests on nutrient composition, salinity, and fertility, providing critical data for agricultural research.

Contributed to formulating research-based recommendations for optimizing sustainable soil and water management practices.

Education

Universitas Padjadjaran

Bandung, Indonesia, Indonesia
→
Master in Soil Science Soil Science Grade: 3.81/4

The University of Agriculture Faisalabad

Faisalabad, Pakistan, Pakistan
→
B. SC. (HONS) Agriculture Major Soil Science Grade: 3.52/4

Awards

Research Fellowship

Tokai University, Japan

Secured a competitive research fellowship to conduct advanced studies on VA Mycorrhiza application in sorghum growth.

KNB Scholarship Awardee

Universitas Padjadjaran, Indonesia

Awarded a prestigious scholarship to pursue Master's studies in Soil Science at Universitas Padjadjaran, recognizing academic excellence.

Fully Funded Research Project Recipient

Universitas Padjadjaran, Indonesia

Received funding for a research project, demonstrating successful grant acquisition and project proposal development capabilities.

Integrated Research Project Participant

Ghent University, Belgium

Participated in an integrated research project, collaborating with international institutions on advanced scientific endeavors.

Languages

English

Urdu

Skills

Laboratory Techniques

Total plate count, Arbuscular Mycorrhizal Fungi (AMF) colonization assessment, Seed germination assays, Basic soil chemical analysis, Basic soil physical analysis.

Field & Greenhouse Management

Greenhouse management, Controlled-environment experimentation, Plant sampling, Experimental layout maintenance.

Data Analysis & Software

Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, OriginLab, SmartX, Data analysis, Data visualization.

Research & Environmental Science

Soil biology, Soil health, Sustainable agriculture, Soil microbiology, Soil physics, Environmental sustainability, Land management, Global food security, Biofertilizer development, Mycorrhizae, Vermicompost, N-fixing bacteria, Soil restoration, Crop physiology.

Academic & Scholarly Contributions

Scholarly Peer Review, Scientific Writing, Research Collaboration, Academic Presentation.

Projects

Synergistic Use of Mycorrhizae, Vermicompost, and Encapsulated N-Fixing Bacteria in Inceptisols

→

Summary

Exploring the synergistic application of mycorrhizae, vermicompost, and encapsulated nitrogen-fixing bacteria in Inceptisols to enhance soil fertility.

Effects of VA Mycorrhiza Application on Sorghum Growth (Research Fellowship)

→

Summary

Investigated the impact of VA Mycorrhiza application on sorghum growth, focusing on sustainable agricultural practices.

Alginate-Based Nanocoated Biostimulants for Sustainable Biofertilizer Development

→

Summary

Developed alginate-based nanocoated biostimulants to enhance sustainable biofertilizer applications and improve agricultural efficiency.

Soil Restoration of Post-Mining Lands in Kalimantan, Indonesia

→

Summary

Collaborated in an international integrated research project focused on the rehabilitation of degraded post-mining soils in Kalimantan.