Mehdi Rahimi

@kgut.ac.ir

Associate prof. of Plant Breeding, Department of Biotechnology, Institute of Science and High Technology and Environmental Sciences, Graduate University of Advanced Technology, Kerman, Iran
Graduate University of Advanced Technology, Kerman, Iran

Mehdi Rahimi
Mehdi Rahimi was born in Shiraz, Iran, in 1978. He is an Associate Professor in the Department of Biotechnology, Institute of Science and High Technology and Environmental Sciences, Graduate University of Advanced Technology, Kerman, Iran. His research interests are in the areas of plant breeding (classical breeding, biometry, abiotic stress, molecular breeding, genomics, gene expression). He received his Ph.D. in plant breeding at Tarbiat Modares University during 2008-2013 and M.Sc. in plant breeding at University of Guilan during 2004-2007 and his B.Sc. in agronomy and plant breeding from Shiraz University.

EDUCATION

• Bachelor in plant breeding and agronomy, Shiraz University, Shiraz, Fars, Iran, 1997 – 2001.
• Master in plant breeding, Guilan University, Rasht, Gilan, Iran, 2004 – 2007.
MSc thesis title: Use of diallel cross for evaluating heterosis and combining ability in rice cultivars
• PhD in plant breeding, Tarbiat Modares University, Tehran, Iran, 2008 – 2013.
PhD thesis title: Identification of QTLs Controlling Important Yield Related Traits of Rice in Different Irrigation Conditions
• Visiting scientist, CREA - Genomics Research Centre, Fiorenzuola d'Arda, Piacenza, Italy, December 2012 - June 2013

RESEARCH INTERESTS

1) Improvement of Crops and horticulture plants through classical and molecular genetic methods
2) Plant biotechnology
3) Molecular markers, Genetic diversity and Gene expression
4) Identify quantitative traits loci by QTL mapping and association mapping and genetic maps
5) Biometry - Genetic analys
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Scopus Publications

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Scholar Citations

25

Scholar h-index

69

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Scopus Publications

RECENT SCHOLAR PUBLICATIONS

  • Molecular networks and signaling pathways governing abiotic stress tolerance in cotton: advances and perspectives
    I Ullah, M Nadeem, HG Nabi, N Shahzad, Z Abbas, I Shakoor, D Kiran, ...
    Functional & Integrative Genomics 26 (1), 23 , 2026
    2026
    Citations: 6
  • Indigenous medicinal plants of Pakistan for diabetes management: phytochemical insights and pharmacological prospects
    M Azmat, MY Shani, A Shahzadi, M Koçyiğit, E Akalin, MA Khan, ...
    Pakistan Journal of Botany 58, 8.11 , 2026
    2026
  • Postharvest preservation of Kinnow mandarin ( Citrus reticulata L.) using oregano essential oil nanoemulsions with enhanced biochemical stability and antifungal efficacy …
    M Shaukat, M Farhan, I Ahmad, M Maryam, M Rahimi, M Abdel-Rahman
    Scientific Reports 16 (1), 14753 , 2026
    2026
  • Biogenic Nanoparticles: A Promising Solution for Enhancing Crop Sustainability Under Climate Change
    MT Altaf, W Liaqat, A Jamil, A Maqbool, HA Khan, MAU Rahman, MF Jan, ...
    Plant Nano Biology, 100287 , 2026
    2026
  • National-scale spatial modelling of dust storm pollution and vulnerability of tourism destinations and infrastructure
    H Mahmoodi, S Nadizadeh Shorabeh, M Farhadi, M Rahimi, ...
    Scientific Reports , 2026
    2026
  • Multivariate analysis of barley ( Hordeum vulgare L.) germplasm under temperate agro-climatic niches.
    SH Wani, M Rahimi, MA Khan, RUR Mir, ZA Dar, SM Usman, G Ali, ...
    2026
  • Biochar for Soil Acidity Mitigation and Agricultural Sustainability: A Review
    Z Khan, J Hassan, AAK Jaafar, A Ali, L Farid, J Faheem, A Tabassum, ...
    Eurasian Soil Science 59 (4), 67 , 2026
    2026
  • Peroxidases and Peroxidase‐Mimicking capacities of copper nanozymes: Catalytic Mechanism, Applications, and Properties‐A review
    F Bahramnejad, M Mortazavi, A Riahi‐Madvar, M Rahimi
    Biotechnology and Applied Biochemistry 73 (2), 834-844 , 2026
    2026
    Citations: 3
  • Nutritional and regional assessment of wild anardana ( Punica granatum L.) genotypes from the Pir Panjal range with implications for genetic resource utilization
    P Bakshi, N Sharma, K Kour, M Mir, D Bhat, P Mohsin, B Bhushan, ...
    Scientific Reports , 2026
    2026
  • Advancements in breeding technologies for enhancing mustard yield and stress resilience: A comprehensive review
    S Sadhu, PC Kole, S Roy, S Ghosh, M Rahimi
    Reproduction and Breeding 6 (1), 43-52 , 2026
    2026
  • Sustainable garden pea cultivation: a comprehensive evaluation of organic, inorganic, and bio-fertilizer impacts on productivity, quality and nutrient dynamics
    A Quddus, R Ahmed, SU Khan, SJ Purnota, T Islam, NA Sultana, S Aktar, ...
    International Journal of Plant Production 20 (1), 22 , 2026
    2026
    Citations: 2
  • Identification of SNPs and Genomic Regions Linked to BCMV Resistance in Common Bean ( Phaseolus vulgaris L.) Using Genome-Wide Association Analysis
    RA Tantry, R Kumar, PA Sofi, BA Padder, FA Ahanger, JA Bhat, A Nabi, ...
    Plant Molecular Biology Reporter 44 (1), 3 , 2026
    2026
  • Long-term organic nutrient management in tomato enhances yield, quality, profitability, and soil health in a semi-arid conditions
    PH Gourkhede, AK Gore, MG Patil, PO Bhutda, SS Dhurgude, ...
    Scientific Reports , 2026
    2026
    Citations: 1
  • High throughput phenotyping techniques in accelerated plant breeding
    LB Lankada, G Prasanna, NG Wasudeo, K Subhasri, GH Kumar, ...
    Journal of Crop Science and Biotechnology, 1-14 , 2026
    2026
  • Integrating geospatial intelligence and machine learning for flood susceptibility mapping
    M Rahimi, B Malekmohammadi, MK Firozjaei, R Kerachian, JJ Arsanjani, ...
    Scientific Reports , 2026
    2026
    Citations: 1
  • Foliar application of citric acid alleviates lead toxicity and enhances physiological resilience in tomato seedlings
    MA Mahamud, S Imran, P Sarker, J Chakrobortty, NC Paul, MJ Sumi, ...
    Scientific Reports , 2026
    2026
    Citations: 1
  • Emerging Trends in Chitosan Nanoparticles for Abiotic Stress Management
    M Rahimi, S Debnath
    Chitosan Nanoparticles for Plant Resilience Under Abiotic and Biotic … , 2026
    2026
    Citations: 1
  • Enhanced seed quality and physio-biochemical parameters in lentil through biochar and humic acid-based seed priming
    S Chauhan, K Bhardwaj, D Rao, N Pal, R Kumar, AA Lone, M Rahimi
    Scientific Reports , 2026
    2026
  • Advances in CRISPR/Cas9 Genome Editing for Crop Improvement and Global Food Security
    S Haider, AP Singh, B Panthi, SR Sindhu, NT Safa, S Malik, M Rahimi
    Current Plant Biology, 100593 , 2026
    2026
    Citations: 2
  • Amino Acid Seed Priming as a Sustainable Strategy to Mitigate Drought-Induced Growth, Physiological, Biochemical and Yield Losses in Wheat
    A Kausar, S Naseem, MY Shani, N Zahra, N Batool, SM Abbas, F Noor, ...
    Russian Journal of Plant Physiology 73 (1), 40 , 2026
    2026

MOST CITED SCHOLAR PUBLICATIONS

  • Salinity stress improves antioxidant potential by modulating physio-biochemical responses in Moringa oleifera Lam.
    M Azeem, K Pirjan, M Qasim, A Mahmood, T Javed, H Muhammad, ...
    Scientific Reports 13 (1), 2895 , 2023
    2023
    Citations: 272
  • Combining ability and heterosis in rice (Oryza sativa L.) cultivars
    M Rahimi, B Rabiei, H Samizadeh, AK Ghasemi
    JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY (JAST) 12 (2), 223-231 , 2010
    2010
    Citations: 209
  • Molecular markers in plants: concepts and applications
    M Kordrostami, M Rahimi
    Genet. 3rd Millenn 13, 4024-4031 , 2015
    2015
    Citations: 99
  • Alkaline and acidic soil constraints on iron accumulation by Rice cultivars in relation to several physio-biochemical parameters
    A Saleem, A Zulfiqar, MZ Saleem, B Ali, MH Saleem, S Ali, ED Tufekci, ...
    BMC Plant Biology 23 (1), 397 , 2023
    2023
    Citations: 77
  • Growth response and mycoremediation of heavy metals by fungus Pleurotus sp .
    F Mohamadhasani, M Rahimi
    Scientific Reports 12 (1), 19947 , 2022
    2022
    Citations: 69
  • Changes in growth, biochemical, and chemical characteristics and alteration of the antioxidant defense system in the leaves of tea clones (Camellia sinensis L.) under drought …
    SS Chaeikar, S Marzvan, SJ Khiavi, M Rahimi
    Scientia Horticulturae 265, 109257 , 2020
    2020
    Citations: 60
  • Functional foods enriched with bioactive compounds: therapeutic potential and technological innovations
    Z Arshad, S Shahid, A Hasnain, E Yaseen, M Rahimi
    Food Science & Nutrition 13 (10), e71024 , 2025
    2025
    Citations: 58
  • Antioxidant gene expression analysis and evaluation of total phenol content and oxygen-scavenging system in tea accessions under normal and drought stress conditions
    M Rahimi, M Kordrostami, F Mohamadhasani, SS Chaeikar
    BMC Plant Biology 21, 494 /10.1186/s12870-021-03275-0 , 2021
    2021
    Citations: 50
  • Aconitum lycoctonum L. (Ranunculaceae) mediated biogenic synthesis of silver nanoparticles as potential antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial and …
    ZR Khan, N Assad, M Naeem-ul-Hassan, M Sher, FS Alatawi, MS Alatawi, ...
    BMC chemistry 17 (1), 128 , 2023
    2023
    Citations: 49
  • Evaluation of tea (Camellia sinensis L.) biochemical traits in normal and drought stress conditions to identify drought tolerant clones
    M Rahimi, M Kordrostami, M Mortezavi
    Physiology and Molecular Biology of Plants, 1-11 , 2018
    2018
    Citations: 47
  • Reactive oxygen species (ROS) and antioxidant systems in enhancing plant resilience against abiotic stress
    A Fathi, SRG Shiade, A Saleem, F Shohani, A Fazeli, A Riaz, U Zulfiqar, ...
    International Journal of Agronomy 2025 (1), 8834883 , 2025
    2025
    Citations: 44
  • [Retracted] Contextualization of Trait Nexus and Gene Action for Quantitative and Qualitative Characteristics in Indian Mustard
    SP Chand, S Debnath, M Rahimi, MS Ashraf, P Bhatt, SA Rahin
    Journal of Food Quality 2022 (1), 4387318 , 2022
    2022
    Citations: 41
  • SCoT marker diversity among Iranian Plantago ecotypes and their possible association with agronomic traits
    M Rahimi, L Nazari, M Kordrostami, P Safari
    Scientia Horticulturae 233, 302-309 , 2018
    2018
    Citations: 41
  • Determining the most effective traits to improve saffron ( Crocus sativus L.) yield
    M Bayat, M Rahimi, M Ramezani
    Physiology and molecular biology of plants 22 (1), 153-161 , 2016
    2016
    Citations: 40
  • Evaluating genetic diversity and structure of a wild hop ( Humulus lupulus L.) germplasm using morphological and molecular characteristics
    M Mafakheri, M Kordrostami, M Rahimi, PD Matthews
    Euphytica 216 (4), 58 , 2020
    2020
    Citations: 39
  • Effect of Zinc and Magnesium Fertilizers on the Yield and Some Characteristics of Wheat ( Triticum aestivum L.) Seeds in Two Years
    F Sadeghi, A Rezeizad, M Rahimi
    International Journal of Agronomy 2021 (1), 8857222 , 2021
    2021
    Citations: 38
  • Allelic variation at Fr-H1/Vrn-H1 and Fr-H2 loci is the main determinant of frost tolerance in spring barley
    A Tondelli, D Pagani, IN Ghafoori, M Rahimi, R Ataei, F Rizza, AJ Flavell, ...
    Environmental and experimental botany 106, 148-155 , 2014
    2014
    Citations: 37
  • Exogenous application of salicylic acid ameliorates salinity stress in barley ( Hordeum vulgare L.)
    S Hanif, A Mahmood, T Javed, S Bibi, MA Zia, S Asghar, Z Naeem, ...
    BMC Plant Biology 24 (1), 270 , 2024
    2024
    Citations: 35
  • Comprehensive approaches of nanoparticles for growth performance and health benefits in poultry: An update on the current scenario
    I Ahmad, ZUR Mashwani, NI Raja, A Kazmi, A Wahab, A Ali, Z Younas, ...
    BioMed research international 2022 (1), 9539908 , 2022
    2022
    Citations: 35
  • Evaluation of rice segregating population based on drought tolerance criteria and biplot analysis
    M Rahimi, H Dehghani, B Rabiei, AR Tarang
    International journal of agriculture and crop sciences 5 (3), 194 , 2013
    2013
    Citations: 35