SDGs In (AUIQ) SDG 2 – zero hunger 2.5.1

Al-Ayen Iraqi University – SDG 2 Progress Report (2024)

Al-Ayen Iraqi University demonstrates a strong and sustained commitment to Sustainable Development Goal 2 (Zero Hunger) through an extensive portfolio of 26 peer-reviewed publications in 2024 addressing food security, sustainable agriculture, environmental resilience, and smart farming technologies. These research contributions span a wide spectrum of disciplines, from agricultural sciences and environmental engineering to biotechnology and data-driven precision farming, highlighting the university’s global engagement in tackling hunger and improving agricultural sustainability. Below is a list of these publications:

26 publications match with Sustainable Development Goal 2 :
Institutions		Al-Ayen Iraqi University
Publication years		(2024)
NO.	Title	Year	Volume	Issue	DOI	SDGs (2024)
1	Analyzing the impact of socio-environmental parameters on wheat and barley cultivation areas using the geographical detector model	2024	135	-	10.1016/j.pce.2024.103630	SDG 2
2	Regional classification of extreme droughts across Iran	2024	72	5	https://doi.org/10.1007/s11600-023-01254-7	SDG 2\| SDG 6
3	Monitoring of greenhouse gas emission drivers in Atlantic Canadian Potato production: A robust explainable intelligent glass-box	2024	24	-	10.1016/j.rineng.2024.103297	SDG 2\| SDG 13
4	Advances in Biosensing of Chemical Food Contaminants Based on the MOFs-Graphene Nanohybrids	2024	54	7	10.1080/10408347.2022.2160923	SDG 2\| SDG 3
5	Carbon nanotubes in plant dynamics: Unravelling multifaceted roles and phytotoxic implications	2024	210	-	10.1016/j.plaphy.2024.108628	SDG 2\| SDG 8\| SDG 12
6	Development of temperature and mass transfer-based empirical models for estimating reference evapotranspiration in Nigeria	2024	15	7	10.2166/wcc.2024.260	SDG 2\| SDG 6\| SDG 8\| SDG 12
7	Evaluation of Brassica species for growth, yield and heat use efficiency under nitrogen nutrition and iron sulphide nanoparticles application	2024	333	-	10.1016/j.scienta.2024.113278	SDG 2
8	Hybrid modeling approaches for agricultural commodity prices using CEEMDAN and time delay neural networks	2024	14	1	10.1038/s41598-024-74503-4	SDG 2
9	Empirical curvelet transform based deep DenseNet model to predict NDVI using RGB drone imagery data	2024	221	-	10.1016/j.compag.2024.108964	SDG 2
10	Metagenomic profiling of rhizosphere microbiota: Unraveling the plant-soil dynamics	2024	133	-	10.1016/j.pmpp.2024.102381	SDG 2\| SDG 8\| SDG 12\| SDG 15
11	Classification of tomato leaf images for detection of plant disease using conformable polynomials image features	2024	13	-	10.1016/j.mex.2024.102844	SDG 2\| SDG 3
12	Development of enriched compost formulations and evaluation of their effects on growth, yield, and quality of palak (Beta vulgaris var. bengalensis L.)	2024	13	-	10.57647/ijrowa-x1f9-xf93	SDG 2\| SDG 8\| SDG 12
13	Cloud computing-based estimation of Peninsular India’s long-term climate change impacts on rainfall, surface temperature, and geospatial indices	2024	15	1	10.1080/19475705.2024.2381635	SDG 2\| SDG 6\| SDG 8\| SDG 12\| SDG 13
14	Long-term climate change analysis in northeast and eastern India	2024	15	1	10.1080/19475705.2024.2409206	SDG 2\| SDG 11\| SDG 13\| SDG 14
15	Smartphone-Facilitated Mobile Colorimetric Probes for Rapid Monitoring of Chemical Contaminations in Food: Advances and Outlook	2024	54	7	10.1080/10408347.2022.2164173.	SDG 2
16	Revolutionizing Infectious Disease Management in Animals Through Advanced Phage Therapy: A Comprehensive Strategy for the Eradication of Multidrug-Resistant Bacterial Pathogens	2024	12	1	10.17582/journal.jahp/2024/12.s1.157.167	SDG 2
17	Spatiotemporal analysis of compound droughts and heat waves in the Horn of Africa	2024	44	13	10.1002/joc.8595	SDG 2\| SDG 13
18	Identifying the most effective climate parameters on crop yield in rain-fed agriculture and irrigated farming in Iran	2024	136	-	10.1016/j.pce.2024.103744	SDG 2\| SDG 6\| SDG 8\| SDG 13
19	Navigating the landscape of precision horticulture: Sustainable agriculture in the digital Age	2024	338	-	10.1016/j.scienta.2024.113688	SDG 2\| SDG 3\| SDG 8\| SDG 12
20	Integrating Climate and Plant Variables with Machine Learning Models to Forecast Tomato Yield at Different Soil Moisture Levels	2024	64	4	10.21608/ejss.2024.308236.1829	SDG 2
21	Hybridization of deep learning, nonlinear system identification and ensemble tree intelligence algorithms for pan evaporation estimation	2024	640	-	10.1016/j.jhydrol.2024.131704	SDG 2\| SDG 6\| SDG 15
22	Spatiotemporal analysis of soil moisture drought in the Horn of Africa	2024	155	8	10.1007/s00704-024-05052-z	SDG 1\| SDG 2\| SDG 6\| SDG 11\| SDG 13
23	Groundwater harvesting and artificial recharge site identification on upper Shilabati watershed using geospatial approaches	2024	155	6	10.1007/s00704-024-04947-1	SDG 2\| SDG 6\| SDG 15
24	Application of bagging and boosting ensemble machine learning techniques for groundwater potential mapping in a drought-prone agriculture region of eastern India	2024	36	1	10.1186/s12302-024-00981-y	SDG 2\| SDG 6\| SDG 9\| SDG 15
25	A comprehensive analytical and computational assessment of soil water characteristics curves in Atlantic Canada: Application of a novel SelectKbestbased GEP model	2024	298	-	10.1016/j.agwat.2024.108868	SDG 2\| SDG 6\| SDG 8\| SDG 12
26	The role of gut microbiota in human metabolism and inflammatory diseases: a focus on elderly individuals	2024	74	1	10.1186/s13213-023-01744-5	SDG 2
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2.5.1: Al-Ayen Iraqi University (AUIQ) Research Contributions Aligned with SDGs 2 (Zero Hunger)

This report highlights Al-Ayen Iraqi University’s dedication to Sustainable Development Goal 2 (SDG 2): Zero Hunger, showcasing research and community initiatives undertaken in 2024. The university’s research efforts focus on advancing sustainable agriculture, food security, and water management. Additionally, community outreach activities, such as communal iftars, orphanage visits, and charity bazaars, address hunger and support vulnerable groups by ensuring access to nutritious food and financial aid. Together, these contributions emphasize the university’s role in promoting food security and reducing hunger within the community and beyond.

Research Contributions to SDG 2

Navigating the landscape of precision horticulture: Sustainable agriculture in the digital Age. This research focuses on the integration of digital tools in precision horticulture, enabling efficient and sustainable farming practices, which aligns with SDG 2 by promoting sustainable agriculture and improved food production systems.
Identifying the most effective climate parameters on crop yield in rain-fed agriculture and irrigated farming in Iran. The study analyzes critical climate factors affecting crop yield, supporting the development of climate-resilient agriculture and helping to ensure food security, aligning with SDG 2.
Application of bagging and boosting ensemble machine learning techniques for groundwater potential mapping in a drought-prone agriculture region of eastern India. Research that contributes to effective water management in agriculture, crucial for sustaining crop production in water-scarce regions, thus supporting the objectives of SDG 2.
Classification of tomato leaf images for detection of plant disease using conformable polynomial image features. This study offers solutions for early detection of plant diseases, which helps in reducing crop losses and ensuring a steady food supply, aligning with the goals of SDG 2.
Analyzing the impact of socio-environmental parameters on wheat and barley cultivation areas using the geographical detector model. A study that evaluates how socio-environmental factors influence crop production, aiding in the development of strategies to improve yield and sustainability.
Metagenomic profiling of rhizosphere microbiota: Unraveling the plant-soil dynamics. Research that explores the plant-soil interaction, promoting soil health and crop yield, which supports the sustainable agriculture aspect of SDG 2.
Evaluation of Brassica species for growth, yield and heat use efficiency under nitrogen nutrition and iron sulphide nanoparticle application. Focuses on enhancing crop yield through efficient use of nutrients and nanotechnology, contributing to the goal of sustainable food production.
Sustainable Water Management for Small Farmers with Center-Pivot Irrigation: A Hydraulic and Structural Design Perspective. This article addresses efficient water management techniques for agriculture, supporting sustainable farming and enhancing food security.
Empirical curvelet transform based deep DenseNet model to predict NDVI using RGB drone imagery data. Innovative research on monitoring crop health using drone imagery, aiding farmers in sustainable crop management practices.
Factors Affecting Sustainable Agriculture in Iraq: Evidence from Employment, CPI, Rents, and Policies. Examines the socio-economic factors affecting sustainable agriculture, providing insights for policy development to support agricultural sustainability in Iraq.

During 2024, Al-Ayen Iraqi University has published more than 15 research articles related to Zero Hunger, reflecting its commitment to advancing SDG 2. As shown in the table below.

Institutions		Al-Ayen University
Publication years		2024
No.	Title	Year	Volume	Issue	DOI	SDGs (2024)
7	The role of gut microbiota in human metabolism and inflammatory diseases: a focus on elderly individuals	2024	74	1	10.1186/s13213-023-01744-5	SDG 2
13	Carbon nanotubes in plant dynamics: Unravelling multifaceted roles and phytotoxic implications	2024	210	-	10.1016/j.plaphy.2024.108628	SDG 2\| SDG 8\| SDG 12
14	Analyzing the impact of socio-environmental parameters on wheat and barley cultivation areas using the geographical detector model	2024	135	-	10.1016/j.pce.2024.103630	SDG 2
16	Cloud computing-based estimation of Peninsular India’s long-term climate change impacts on rainfall, surface temperature, and geospatial indices	2024	15	1	10.1080/19475705.2024.2381635	SDG 2\| SDG 6\| SDG 8\| SDG 12\| SDG 13
19	Evaluation of Brassica species for growth, yield and heat use efficiency under nitrogen nutrition and iron sulphide nanoparticles application	2024	333	-	10.1016/j.scienta.2024.113278	SDG 2
20	Spatiotemporal analysis of soil moisture drought in the Horn of Africa	2024	155	8	10.1007/s00704-024-05052-z	SDG 1\| SDG 2\| SDG 6\| SDG 11\| SDG 13
21	Development of temperature and mass transfer-based empirical models for estimating reference evapotranspiration in Nigeria	2024	15	7	10.2166/wcc.2024.260	SDG 2\| SDG 6\| SDG 8\| SDG 12
23	Classification of tomato leaf images for detection of plant disease using conformable polynomials image features	2024	13	-	10.1016/j.mex.2024.102844	SDG 2\| SDG 3
26	Groundwater harvesting and artificial recharge site identification on upper Shilabati watershed using geospatial approaches	2024	155	6	10.1007/s00704-024-04947-1	SDG 2\| SDG 6\| SDG 15
28	Metagenomic profiling of rhizosphere microbiota: Unraveling the plant-soil dynamics	2024	133	-	10.1016/j.pmpp.2024.102381	SDG 2\| SDG 8\| SDG 12\| SDG 15
29	Hybridization of deep learning, nonlinear system identification and ensemble tree intelligence algorithms for pan evaporation estimation	2024	640	-	10.1016/j.jhydrol.2024.131704	SDG 2\| SDG 6\| SDG 15
31	Empirical curvelet transform based deep DenseNet model to predict NDVI using RGB drone imagery data	2024	221	-	10.1016/j.compag.2024.108964	SDG 2
32	Spatiotemporal analysis of compound droughts and heat waves in the Horn of Africa	2024	-	-	10.1002/joc.8595	SDG 2\| SDG 13
33	Identifying the most effective climate parameters on crop yield in rain-fed agriculture and irrigated farming in Iran	2024	136	-	10.1016/j.pce.2024.103744	SDG 2\| SDG 6\| SDG 8\| SDG 13
34	A comprehensive analytical and computational assessment of soil water characteristics curves in Atlantic Canada: Application of a novel SelectKbestbased GEP model	2024	298	-	10.1016/j.agwat.2024.108868	SDG 2\| SDG 6\| SDG 8\| SDG 12
35	Application of bagging and boosting ensemble machine learning techniques for groundwater potential mapping in a drought-prone agriculture region of eastern India	2024	36	1	10.1186/s12302-024-00981-y	SDG 2\| SDG 6\| SDG 9\| SDG 15
36	Navigating the landscape of precision horticulture: Sustainable agriculture in the digital Age	2024	338	-	10.1016/j.scienta.2024.113688	SDG 2\| SDG 3\| SDG 8\| SDG 12
37	Regional classification of extreme droughts across Iran	2024	72	5	10.1007/s11600-023-01254-7	SDG 2\| SDG 6
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