Hend A Mohamed
Perth,Australia
Summary
Dynamic research professional with a proven track record at the University of Tasmania, specializing in plant physiology and sustainable practices. Expert in data analysis and project management, I enhanced sweet cherry yield through innovative trials and improved water stress resilience in crops, effectively communicating findings to advance horticultural sustainability.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Assistant
University of Tasmania
Hobart, Australia
02.2013 - 08.2015
- Facilitated sweet cherry yield enhancement trials.
- Supported postharvest and field research focusing on cherry fruit quality and physiology.
- Executed data collection, fruit sampling, and analysis concerning fruit ripening, storage, and physiological responses.
- Conducted laboratory and greenhouse experimentation on nutrient adsorption kinetics and soil-plant interaction assessments, including pot trials.
Master Researcher- Plant-Microbe Interactions & Water Stress Physiology
University of Tasmania
Hobart, Australia
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Conducted research on the role of arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi (AMF) in enhancing plant water relations and stress resilience in sweet cherry and tomato.
- Assessed AMF diversity in orchard soils and evaluated their effects on growth, physiology, and cutting survival under drought and excess water conditions.
- This work contributed to improving sustainable practices in horticultural systems.
Undergraduate Researcher
Benghazi, Libya
- Capability in soil sampling, plant nutrition analysis, and biochar use for land restoration under arid conditions.
Education
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) - Agriculture and Environment Science
University of Western Australia (UWA)
Perth, WA, Australia01.2025
Master of Agricultural Science (Research) - Agricultural Science (Research)
University of Tasmania (UTAS)
Hobart, Australia01.2015
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) - Botany
University of Benghazi (Garyounis)
Benghazi, Libya01.2005
Skills
- Data analysis
- Research methodologies
- Statistical software
- Project management
- Laboratory techniques
- Plant physiology
- Sustainable practices
- Soil assessment
- Effective communication
Degree
- Ph.D. in Agricultural & Environmental Science (UWA)
- M.Sc. in Horticulture & Plant-Microbe Interactions (UTAS)
Expertise
- Nutrient Recovery
- Soil Amendments
- Sustainable Agriculture
Languages
- Arabic (native)
- English (fluent)
Publications
- Mohamed, H.A., Rengel, Z., Bolan, N., Khan, B.A., Siddique, K.H.M., Solaiman, Z.M., 2025, Adsorption of ammonium from anaerobic food digestate by pristine and chemically modified eucalyptus wood biochar and its use as a nitrogen fertiliser., Journal of Soil Science and Plant Nutrition, https://doi.org/10.1007/s42729-02502414-y
- Mohamed, H.A., Barry, K.M., Measham, P.F., 2016, The role of arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi in establishment and water balance of tomato seedlings and sweet cherry cuttings in low phosphorus soil., Acta Horticultural, pp. 109-115, http://ecite.utas.edu.au/108677
- Mohamed, H, Barry, K, Measham, P, 2014, Arbuscular mycorrhiza (AM) and sweet cherry., Fact sheet distributed at the Fruit Growers Tasmania annual conference, Launceston, 22nd May 2014
- Hend Mohamed, 2013, The impact of mycorrhizal fungi for balancing water uptake of tomato and sweet cherry (Prunus avium L)., School of Land and Food, University of Tasmania, 5th June 2013
References
- A/Prof. Zakaria M. Solaiman, Associate Professor, UWA School of Agriculture and Environment, zakaria.solaiman@uwa.edu.au, +61 402 270 928
- Prof. Kadambot H.M. Siddique, Director, Institute of Agriculture, The University of Western Australia, kadambot.siddique@uwa.edu.au, +61 411 155 396
- A/Prof. Kara Barry, Associate Professor in Plant Pathology Agriculture and Food Systems, Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture (TIA), Kara.Barry@utas.edu.au, +61 3 6226 2636 (Work), 404 Life Sciences Building, Sandy Bay, TAS, Australia
In Review
- Mohamed, H.A., Rengel, Z., Siddique, K.H.M., Solaiman, Z.M., 2025, Adsorption of phosphorus from solution using H₂O₂- modified tyre derived biochar and application as a phosphorus fertiliser.
- Mohamed, H.A., Rengel, Z., Siddique, K.H.M., Solaiman, Z.M., 2025, Ecotoxicological assessment of tyre-derived biochar.
- Mohamed, H.A., Rengel, Z., Siddique, K.H.M., Solaiman, Z.M., 2025, Effects on seed germination and seedling growth. Impact of ammonium-enriched eucalyptus biochar on nitrogen use efficiency and yield in wheat.
Personal Information
- Citizenship: Australian
- Place of Birth: Manchester, UK
Languages
English
Full Professional
Arabic
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Research Assistant
University of Tasmania
02.2013 - 08.2015
Master Researcher- Plant-Microbe Interactions & Water Stress Physiology
University of Tasmania
01.2013 - 01.2015
Undergraduate Researcher
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) - Agriculture and Environment Science
University of Western Australia (UWA)
Master of Agricultural Science (Research) - Agricultural Science (Research)
University of Tasmania (UTAS)
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) - Botany
University of Benghazi (Garyounis)