Abdul Wahab Hekmat is an Associate Professor and Vice Chancellor for Academic Research at Paktia University, Afghanistan. He holds a Ph.D. in Agronomy from Sam Higginbottom University of Agriculture, Technology and Sciences (SHUATS), India. With over 17 years of experience in teaching, research, and academic administration, his expertise includes agronomy, sustainable agriculture, conservation agriculture, food security, and climate-resilient agricultural practices. He has authored and co-authored more than 25 scientific publications and actively contributes to advancing agricultural research, higher education, and sustainable agricultural development in Afghanistan.