I am a Research Scientist in the Department of Technology Assessment at the Leibniz Institute for Agricultural Engineering and Bioeconomy (ATB), where my research focuses on mitigating ammonia (NH₃) and greenhouse gas emissions (CH₄, N₂O) from dairy barns. I develop and assess innovative technologies for sustainable nutrient management and environmental protection in agriculture. I have authored over 30 peer-reviewed articles and book chapters and have presented my work at conferences worldwide. An overview of my recent publications is available here.
As part of Prof. Dr. Barbara Amon's research group, I contribute to projects such as MELS, EcoNutri, and NUTRITIVE. Further information about ongoing and completed projects can be found here.
I hold a PhD in Environmental Science (2023) from the Hungarian University of Agriculture and Life Sciences, where I developed an Enhanced Efficiency Nitrogen Fertilizer (EENF) using hydrophobic coatings and zinc-enriched nanoparticles to reduce nitrous oxide emissions from soil. I completed my Master’s degree in Soil Fertility and Plant Nutrition (2017) from the University of Agriculture Faisalabad, Pakistan.
I am committed to open, collaborative, and reproducible science. Outside of work, I enjoy cricket, hiking, cycling, and running.
About me
Wajid Umar (PhD) Research Scientist
Department of Technology Assessment Leibniz Institute for Agricultural Engineering and Bioeconomy, Potsdam, Germany