Dr. Ali Shahi holds a PhD from the University of Tehran and is an assistant professor in the Department of Plant Science and Medicinal Plants at the University of Mohaghegh Ardabili. He completed part of his PhD research as a visiting scholar at the Polytechnic University of Valencia, Spain. His research primarily focuses on plant stress physiology, fruit tree physiology, and the application of biostimulants and nanoparticles to mitigate the effects of environmental stresses on plants. Dr. Shahi specializes in the study of fruit trees, including grape, walnut, cherries, and other stone fruits, with a particular emphasis on screening these species for their responses to various stress factors. He is also engaged in exploring genetic diversity and investigating fruit tree rootstocks to improve resilience and productivity. Additionally, Dr. Shahi investigates the relationship between domesticated and wild plants, with the aim of applying this knowledge to conservation management and the promotion of sustainable agriculture.