Research Grants
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Exploring centers of endemism and conservation gaps in Hindu Kush Himalaya by using spatial phylogenetics
Project summary:
This study will use species distribution data, a phylogenetic tree, and advanced analytical tools to explore endemism patterns and conservation gaps within the Hindu Kush Himalaya range. It will also identify phyto diversity hotspots, conservation gaps and environmental drivers to aid in global and regional conservation efforts.
First Name:
Saddam Saqib
Highest degree:
Ph.D.
Year obtained:
2024
Applicant Status:
Early-career researcher (PhD obtained within last three years)
China
Bryophytes, Ferns and fern allies, Gymnosperms, Flowering plants
Relevant publications (minimum 1, maximum 4):
Yun Liu†, Saddam Saqib†, Limin Lu, Yangjun Lai, Haihua Hu, Danxiao Peng, Wajid Zaman, Lina Zhao, Bing Liu, Qiang Wang, Anming Lu, Deyuan Hong, Jianfei Ye, and Zhiduan Chen. Phylogenetic regionalization of the Pan-Himalayan vascular flora. Journal of Systematics and Evolution. (Accepted)
Saddam Saqib†, Fazal Ullah†, Wyckliffe Omondi Omollo, Yun Liu, Hong-Yan Tao, Wajid Zaman, Asatulloev Temur, Bing Liu, Yangjun Lai, Zhiduan Chen, Yuan-Ping Fang, Hong-Jin Dong, Wen-Ying Wang, Xu-Mao Zhao, and You-Cai Xiong. Identifying hotspots and climate drivers of alien plant species for conservation prioritization across the Pan-Himalaya. Biological Conservation. (2025) 302 .110994. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.biocon.2025.110994
Fazal Ullah†, Saddam Saqib†, and You-Cai Xiong. Integrating artificial intelligence in biodiversity conservation: bridging classical and modern approaches. (2024). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10531-024-02977-9
Saddam Saqib, Yun Liu, Jianfei Ye, Wyckiliffe Omondi Omollo, Limin Lu, Haihua Hu, Qiang Zhang, Bing Liu, Mushtaq Ahmad, Zabta Khan Shinwari, and Zhiduan Chen. Identifying conservation priority areas using spatial phylogenetic approaches in West Himalaya. Pakistan Journal of Botany. (2024) 56(3): DOI: 10.30848/PJB2024-3(42). DOI: 10.30848/PJB2024-3(42)
Scoring Rubric
Your name:
c1. Scientific Merit
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Scientific impact of the study in the proposed taxonomic group or the flora and funga of a geographic region – up to 10 points
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Contribution to the generation of novel systematic/taxonomic/floristic data – up to 5 points
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Quality and significance of questions being addressed – up to 10 points
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Adequacy of methods for testing the research question (data collection/analysis/use of different tools) – up to 10 points
This proposal scores:
/35
C2. Community Building
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Applicant’s potential for completing goals of the proposal within the time frame, and of professional success (based on CV, considering career stage) – up to 10 points
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Explicit inclusion of (a) the use and generation of collections, and (b) conferring with taxonomic/nomenclatural experts – up to 10 points
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Perceived need where more points are given for applicants from low- or middle-income countries – up to 5 points
This proposal scores:
/25
C3. Broader Impacts
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The proposal will yield durable benefits and be disseminated through publications (e.g., taxonomic revisions, checklists, new data provided for existing databases, websites) – up to 20 points
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The proposal involves taxonomic training, fieldwork, and herbarium visits – up to 10 points
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The proposal involves outreach, mentoring, and mobility exchange – up to 10 points
This proposal scores:
/40
Applicant Details
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Previous publications
Budget (USD):
2000
Lanzhou University, China
Affiliation:
Grant Assessment
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Has the applicant applied for an IAPT Research Grant previously?
Year of previous application:
2024