Prerna Sharma | Plants | Best Researcher Award

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Dr.  Prerna Sharma | Plants | Best Researcher Award

Professor at Sardar Vallabh Bhai Patel University of Agriculture and Technology, Meerut,  India

Dr. Prerna Sharma is a distinguished Professor in the Department of Basic Science at Sardar Vallabh Bhai Patel University of Agriculture and Technology, Meerut (U.P.), India. With over 27 years of teaching and research experience, she has made significant contributions to the fields of Approximation Theory, Operator Theory, Bio-mathematics, Numerical Methods, Operational Research, and Engineering Mathematics. Dr. Sharma holds a Ph.D. in Approximation Theory (2004), and her academic journey also includes an M.Sc. (Mathematics) with University Topper honors, a B.Sc. in PCM (First Division), and an M.Tech. in Information Technology. She has served as the Head of the Department for more than 12 years, demonstrating exceptional leadership and administrative skills.

Profile:

Academic Qualifications:

  • Ph.D. in Approximation Theory, 2004

  • M.Sc. (Mathematics), First Division, University Topper

  • B.Sc. (PCM), First Division

  • M.Tech. (Information Technology)

Teaching & Administrative Experience:

With over 27 years of experience in teaching and research, Dr. Prerna Sharma currently serves as a Professor of Mathematics. She has also held the position of Head of the Department for over 12 years, demonstrating significant leadership and academic management.

Research Areas:

  • Approximation and Operator Theory

  • Bio-mathematics

  • Numerical Methods

  • Operational Research

  • Engineering Mathematics

Research Contributions:

  • Research Papers: 50

  • Books: 7

  • Book Chapters: 14

  • Conference Proceedings: 34

  • FDP/Workshops Attended: 30

  • Conference/FDP/Workshops Organized: 10 (as Convener and Organizing Secretary)

  • Guest Lectures/Invited Talks: 16

Research Projects:

Dr. Sharma received a major research project from the National Board of Higher Mathematics (Gov. of India), lasting for three years.

Citations:

  • Total Citations: 454

  • Citations Since 2020: 239

  • h-index: 11 (Overall), 9 (Since 2020)

  • i10-index: 12 (Overall), 8 (Since 2020)

Publication Top Notes:

  • Bézier variant of a new Durrmeyer type operators
    V Gupta, P Maheshwari, Rivista di Matematica della Universita di Parma 7, 9-21 (2003)
    Citations: 56

  • Approximation by q Baskakov-Beta-Stancu operators
    P Maheshwari, D Sharma, Rendiconti del Circolo Matematico di Palermo 61, 297-305 (2012)
    Citations: 27

  • On modified Srivastava-Gupta operators
    P Maheshwari, Filomat 29 (6), 1173-1177 (2015)
    Citations: 25

  • On Baskakov-Szasz type operators
    V Gupta, P Maheshwari, Kyungpook Mathematical Journal 43 (3), 315-325 (2003)
    Citations: 25

  • A supply chain management for chemical industry for deteriorating items with warehouses using genetic algorithm
    AS Yadav, P Sharma, A Swami, G Pandey, Selforganizology 5 (1-2), 1-9 (2018)
    Citations: 24

  • Proteomic analysis of outer membrane proteins of Edwardsiella tarda
    G Kumar, P Sharma, G Rathore, D Bisht, U Sengupta, Journal of Applied Microbiology 108 (6), 2214-2221 (2010)
    Citations: 23

  • Development of multiple linear regression model for biochemical oxygen demand (BOD) removal efficiency of different sewage treatment technologies in Delhi, India
    P Sharma, S Sood, SK Mishra, Sustainable Water Resources Management 6, 1-13 (2020)
    Citations: 22

  • Analysis of genetic algorithm and particle swarm optimization for warehouse with supply chain management in inventory control
    AS Yadav, P Maheshwari, A Swami, International Journal of Computer Applications 145 (5), 10-17 (2016)
    Citations: 20

  • Analysis of six stages supply chain management in inventory optimization for warehouse with artificial bee colony algorithm using genetic algorithm
    AS Yadav, P Maheshwari, A Swami, A Garg, Selforganizology 4 (3), 41-51 (2017)
    Citations: 19

  • Soft computing optimization of two warehouse inventory model with genetic algorithm
    AS Yadav, P Maheshwari, A Swami, G Kher, Asian Journal of Mathematics and Computer Research 19 (4), 214-223 (2017)
    Citations: 16

  • Modelling and analysis of supply chain management for deteriorating items with genetic algorithm and PSO
    AS Yadav, P Maheshwari Sharma, A Garg, A Swami, G Kher, International Journal of Applied and Innovative Engineering and Management 6 (6), 86-107 (2017)
    Citations: 15

  • Approximation with certain Post-Widder operators
    V Gupta, P Maheshwari, Publications De L’institut Mathematique 105 (119), 131-136 (2019)
    Citations: 10

  • Design of ciprofloxacin impregnated dietary fiber psyllium-moringa gum-alginate network hydrogels via green approach for use in gastro-retentive drug delivery system
    B Singh, V Sharma, M Mohan, P Sharma, K Ram, Bioactive Carbohydrates and Dietary Fibre 29, 100345 (2023)
    Citations: 9

  • Spatial growth and instability analysis of area, production and yield of sugarcane in India
    JK B. Singh, P. Sharma, P. Arya, C.K. Singh, Economic Affairs 66 (2), 245-252 (2021)
    Citations: 9

  • A comparative study of sewerage treatment plants with different technologies in the vicinity of Chandigarh City
    P Sharma, RK Khitoliya, S Kumar, IOSR Journal of Environmental Science, Toxicology and Food Technology 5, 113-121 (2013)
    Citations: 9

  • An inverse result in simultaneous approximation by modified Beta operators
    P Maheshwari, Georgian Mathematics Journal 13 (2), 297-306 (2006)
    Citations: 9

  • Development of dietary fibers moringa-sterculia gum hydrogel for drug delivery applications
    B Singh, V Sharma, A Kumar, M Mohan, R Kumar, A Kumari, P Sharma, Food Hydrocolloids for Health 2, 100095 (2022)
    Citations: 8

  • Smart Bike Security System
    N Kumar, J Aggarwal, C Sachdeva, P Sharma, M Gaur, International Journal of Education and Science Research Review 2 (2), 28-32 (2015)
    Citations: 8

  • Saturation theorem for the combinations of modified beta operators in Lp-spaces
    P Maheshwari, Applied Mathematics E-Notes 7 (2007), 32-37 (2007)
    Citations: 8

  • Approximation properties of certain q-genuine Szasz operators
    P Maheshwari, Complex Analysis and Operator Theory 12 (7), 27-36 (2018)
    Citations: 7

 

 

Ehsan Kianfar | Plant | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. Ehsan Kianfar | Plant |  Best Researcher Award

Islamic Azad University of Gachsaran,  Iran

Dr. Ehsan Kianfar is a researcher and academic in the field of Chemical Engineering, contributing to advancements in process engineering and materials science. His work focuses on innovative methodologies in chemical processes, sustainable engineering solutions, and applied research in industrial chemistry. With a strong academic background and numerous contributions to the scientific community, Dr. Kianfar remains active in both research and teaching, fostering innovation in chemical engineering.

Profile:

Education:

Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering

  • Institution: Islamic Azad University, Arak, Iran
  • Year: 2020
  • Thesis: Preparation and identification of Zeolite Catalyst for Methanol to Gasoline, Ethylene to Propylene, and Methanol to DME
  • Supervisor: Dr. M. Salimi
  • Co-supervisors: Dr. V. Pirouzfar, Dr. B. Koohestani
  • GPA: 19.88/20 (WES format: 3.97/4) Ranked 1st

M.Sc. in Chemical Engineering

  • Institution: Islamic Azad University, Arak, Iran
  • Year: 2014
  • Thesis: Synthesis of vanadium oxide nanostructures using hydrothermal & ultrasonic methods
  • Supervisor: Dr. B. Koohestani
  • Co-supervisor: Dr. M. Tajdari
  • GPA: 17.32/20 (WES format: 3.46/4)

Research Interests:

  • Catalyst Science
  • Catalysts Synthesis
  • Nanotechnology
  • Gas Separation Membranes

Editorial & Review Experience:

Reviewer for the following journals:

  • Journal of Vinyl and Additive Technology (Impact Factor: 1.55, USA)
  • Korean Journal of Chemical Engineering (Impact Factor: 2.19, Korea)
  • Iranian Journal of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering (Impact Factor: 0.9, Iran)
  • Progress in Natural Science: Materials International (Impact Factor: 2.37, USA)
  • Topics in Catalysis (Impact Factor: 2.37, USA)
  • Applied Catalysis A (Impact Factor: 4.60, USA)
  • Reviews in Inorganic Chemistry (Impact Factor: 2.82, USA)
  • Silicon (Impact Factor: 1.11, USA)
  • ACS Omega (Impact Factor: 2.34, USA)
  • Journal of Physics and Chemistry of Solids (Impact Factor: 3.34, USA)
  • Journal of Environmental Health Science and Engineering (Impact Factor: 2.179)

Skills & Expertise:

  • Catalyst Development & Characterization
  • Zeolite Synthesis & Modification
  • Nanotechnology & Nanomaterials
  • Gas Separation & Membrane Technology
  • Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)
  • CO2 Capture & Separation Processes

📊 Citation Metrics:

  • Total Citations: 7,915

  • Citations Since 2020: 7,818

  • h-index: 51

  • h-index Since 2020: 51

  • i10-index: 114

  • i10-index Since 2020: 114

Publication Top Notes:

1️⃣ Nanomaterial by Sol‐Gel Method: Synthesis and Application
📖 Advances in Materials Science and Engineering, 2021 (995 citations)

2️⃣ Nano Biosensors: Properties, Applications, and Electrochemical Techniques
📖 Journal of Materials Research and Technology, 2021 (400 citations)

3️⃣ Protein Nanoparticles in Drug Delivery: Animal Protein, Plant Proteins, and Protein Cages, Albumin Nanoparticles
📖 Journal of Nanobiotechnology, 2021 (361 citations)

4️⃣ Magnetic Nanoparticles in Targeted Drug Delivery: A Review
📖 Journal of Superconductivity and Novel Magnetism, 2021 (219 citations)

5️⃣ Zeolite-Based Catalysts for Methanol to Gasoline Process: A Review
📖 Microchemical Journal, 2020 (172 citations)

6️⃣ Ionic Liquids: Properties, Application, and Synthesis
📖 Fine Chemical Engineering, 2021 (146 citations)

7️⃣ Methods of Chemical Synthesis in the Synthesis of Nanomaterial and Nanoparticles by the Chemical Deposition Method: A Review
📖 BioNanoScience, 2022 (131 citations)

8️⃣ Recent Advances in Synthesis, Properties, and Applications of Vanadium Oxide Nanotube
📖 Microchemical Journal, 2019 (128 citations)

9️⃣ Nanozeolites: Synthesized, Properties, Applications
📖 Journal of Sol-Gel Science and Technology, 2019 (123 citations)

🔟 Enhanced Gas Transport Properties in Silica Nanoparticle Filler-Polystyrene Nanocomposite Membranes
📖 Colloid and Polymer Science, 2017 (123 citations)

Simona Gavrilas | Plants | Best Researcher Award

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Mrs Simona Gavrilas | Plants |  Best Researcher Award

lecturer at ”Aurel Vlaicu” University of Arad, Romania

Simona Gavrilaș is a Lecturer at ”Aurel Vlaicu” University of Arad, Romania. She holds a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering and specializes in Food Technology, Biotechnology, and Environmental Low-Impact Technologies. Since 2017, she has been actively engaged in teaching and research at the Faculty of Food Engineering, Tourism, and Environmental Protection.

Profile:

🔬 Academic Background:

Simona Gavrilaș is a Lecturer at ”Aurel Vlaicu” University of Arad, Romania. She holds a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering and has been teaching at the Faculty of Food Engineering, Tourism, and Environmental Protection since 2017.

📚 Research & Innovations:

Her research focuses on Food Technology, Biotechnology, Food Quality Improvement, and Environmental Low-Impact Technologies. She has contributed significantly to food waste valorization and agrochemical research.

🏆 Achievements & Contributions:

  • Publications: 26 ISI journal articles, 6 books, and 2 internationally recognized book chapters.
  • Projects: Led 3 national projects, 5 research grants, and participated in international collaborations.
  • Editorial Roles: Member of the Journal of Natural Fibers editorial board and reviewer for several MDPI journals.
  • Recognitions: COST-STSM Grant beneficiary and evaluator for Romania’s Higher Education Quality Assurance Agency.

🌍 Impact & Research Vision:

Dr. Gavrilaș is dedicated to sustainable food systems by developing eco-friendly food technologies and enzyme-based treatments. Her work supports agricultural waste valorization for a greener future.

Citations:

Citations: 523 (Total), 366 (Since 2020)
h-index: 10 (Total), 9 (Since 2020)
i10-index: 10 (Total), 9 (Since 2020)

Publication Top Notes:

  • Recent Trends in Biosensors for Environmental Quality Monitoring – Sensors, 2022.
  • Antioxidant and Antimicrobial Properties of Selected Spice Extracts – International Journal of Food Properties, 2010.
  • New Potential Biocatalysts by Laccase Immobilization in PVA Cryogel Type Carrier – Applied Biochemistry and Biotechnology, 2010.
  • Closing the Loop with Keratin-Rich Fibrous Materials – Polymers, 2021.
  • Salvia officinalis L. Essential Oil: Characterization, Antioxidant Properties, and the Effects of Aromatherapy in Adult Patients – Antioxidants, 2022.
  • Preparation of Immobilized Trametes pubescens Laccase on a Cryogel-Type Polymeric Carrier and Application of the Biocatalyst to Apple Juice Phenolic Compounds – European Food Research and Technology, 2012.
  • The Consumption of Organic, Traditional, and/or European Eco-Label Products: Elements of Local Production and Sustainability – Sustainability, 2021.
  • Removal of Cypermethrin from Water by Using Fucus Spiralis Marine Alga – International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 2019.
  • Membrane-Active Peptides and Their Potential Biomedical Application – Pharmaceutics, 2023.
  • Characterization of the Complexing Agents’ Influence on Bioscouring Cotton Fabrics by FT-IR and TG/DTG/DTA Analysis – Journal of Thermal Analysis and Calorimetry, 2018.
  • The Influence of Elevated CO₂ on Volatile Emissions, Photosynthetic Characteristics, and Pigment Content in Brassicaceae Plant Species and Varieties – Plants, 2022.
  • Comparative Study Regarding the Influence of the Complexing Agents EDTA and Sodium Citrate on the 50% Flax-50% Cotton Fabrics During the Bioscouring Treatment – International Multidisciplinary Scientific GeoConference: SGEM, 2016.
  • Commercial Laccase Oxidation of Phenolic Compounds – U.P.B. Scientific Bulletin, Series B: Chemistry and Material Sciences, 2012.
  • White Grape Pomace Valorization for Remediating Purposes – Applied Sciences, 2022.
  • Graphene-Oxide Peptide-Containing Materials for Biomedical Applications – International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 2024.
  • Analysis of Sustainable Communication Patterns During the Telework Period in Western Romanian Corporations – International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 2022.
  • TG/DTG Analysis of an Eco-Friendly Scoured Fabric – Revista de Chimie, 2019.
  • Study on the Influence of Ultrasound in Bioscouring Treatment of 50% Flax + 50% Cotton Fabrics – Annals of the University of Oradea, Fascicle of Textiles, Leatherwork, 2017.
  • Improving the Antioxidant Properties of Wild Raspberry Juice by Enzymatic Treatments – Revista de Chimie, 2016.
  • A Sustainable Nutritional Behavior in the Era of Climate Changes – Smart and Sustainable Technology for Resilient Cities and Communities, 2022.

 

Mehulkumar L. Savaliya | Plants | Best Researcher Award

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Dr Mehulkumar L. Savaliya | Plants |  Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor at  UPL University of Sustainable Technology, Ankleshwar, India

Dr. Mehulkumar Laljibhai Savaliya is an accomplished chemist and educator with over 8.5 years of academic experience and 2.5 years in the industry. Currently serving as an Assistant Professor at UPL University of Sustainable Technology, he plays a pivotal role in research coordination, curriculum design, and accreditation efforts.

 

Publication Profile

Education and Research Focus:

Dr. Savaliya earned his Ph.D. in Chemistry from the National Institute of Technology, Surat, specializing in eco-friendly heterogeneous catalysts for biodiesel production. His research interests include:

  • Sustainable chemical synthesis.
  • Biomass-to-chemicals conversion.
  • Wastewater treatment and polymer chemistry.

Professional Achievements:

  • Recognized as a Schedule-1 Environmental Auditor by the Gujarat Pollution Control Board.
  • Active Ph.D. and M.Phil. research supervisor.
  • Published extensively in esteemed national and international journals, with notable contributions in biodiesel synthesis, green chemistry, and effluent treatment.
  • Member of multiple Boards of Examinations across prestigious institutions.

Dr. Savaliya is a passionate educator, teaching advanced topics in organic and industrial chemistry while mentoring students in innovative research projects.

Citation Metrics:

  • Citations: 128 total citations, with 91 coming since 2019.
  • h-index: 5, meaning 5 publications have each been cited at least 5 times.
  • i10-index: 4 overall, with 3 publications having at least 10 citations each since 2019.

Publication Top Note:

  • Current trends in separation and purification of fatty acid methyl ester
    ML Savaliya, BD Dhorajiya, BZ Dholakiya
    Separation & Purification Reviews 44 (1), 28-40 (2015)
  • A simpler and highly efficient protocol for the preparation of biodiesel from soap stock oil using a BBSA catalyst
    ML Savaliya, BZ Dholakiya
    RSC Advances 5 (91), 74416-74424 (2015)
  • Cutting cost technology for the preparation of biodiesel using environmentally benign and cheaper catalyst
    ML Savaliya, MS Bhakhar, BZ Dholakiya
    Catalysis Letters 146, 2313-2323 (2016)
  • Eco-friendly process for preparation of biodiesel from WFO over MTSA-Si catalyst: An innovative approach for the utilization of side product
    ML Savaliya, BZ Dholakiya
    Journal of Industrial and Engineering Chemistry 64, 352-366 (2018)
  • Cellulose sulfuric acid catalyzed esterification of biodiesel derived raw glycerol to medium chain triglyceride: the dual advantage
    ML Savaliya, BZ Dholakiya
    Catalysis Letters 144, 1399-1406 (2014)
  • A Concise Review on Acid, Alkali and Enzyme Catalyzed Transesterification of Fatty Acid Esters of Glycerol (FAEG) to Fatty Acid Methyl Ester (FAME) Fuel
    BZD Mehulkumar L. Savaliya, Jigarkumar R. Patel
    International Journal of Chemical Studies 1 (2), 39-54 (2013)
  • Chemical Transformation of Triglycerides of Fatty Acid of Pongamia pinnata Seed to Fatty Acid Methyl Esters by Microwave Irradiation
    BZD Mehulkumar L Savaliya
    Chemical Sciences Journal 2013 (CSJ-104), 1-6 (2013)
  • Rational design of hierarchically porous sulfonic acid and silica hybrids with highly active sites for efficient catalytic biodiesel synthesis
    ML Savaliya, RS Tank, BZ Dholakiya
    Chemistry of Inorganic Materials 1, 100005 (2023)
  • A notice on newly synthesized silica-induced boron trisulfonic acid catalyst towards biodiesel synthesis from refined soybean oil
    ML Savaliya, BZ Dholakiya
    Research on Chemical Intermediates, 1-12 (2014)
  • An experimental investigation into methyl laureate production via direct esterification of solid fatty acid by using amylum sulfuric acid: an efficient, biodegradable, and …
    ML Savaliya, BZ Dholakiya
    Research on Chemical Intermediates, 1-10 (2014)
  • Exploration of HPTLC Technology for Rapid Chemical Fingerprinting and Simultaneous Determination of Bioactive Constituents from Clitoria ternatea Linn.
    J Makasana, N Gajbhiye, A Kumar Bishoyi, M Savaliya, S Raju, S Bansod, …
    ChemistrySelect 8 (13), e202203217 (2023)
  • A simple and sustainable process for the preparation of fuel grade esters using PE-Si composite: A reusable catalytic system
    ML Savaliya, PJ Patel, BZ Dholakiya
    Renewable Energy 109, 1-12 (2017)
  • A study of dairy effluent of various products on the basis of oil and grease value and a comparative study between common ETP with respect to other plants and possible load …
    N VADI, MK SAVALIYA, BK DHOLAKIYA
    Acta Chim. Pharm. Indica 2 (3), 151-155 (2012)
  • Structure-Based Design and Virtual Screening of Indole Scaffolds Targeting Plasmodium falciparum: An Experimental and Computational Approach for Antimalarial
    NPV AR Shama, ML Savaliya
    Russian Journal of General Chemistry, S993-S1005 (2023)
  • Experimental Investigation on Corrosive Nature of Acid Oil Biodiesel on Selected Automotive Materials
    S Vaishak, PV Bhale, ML Savaliya, BZ Dholakiya
    International Conference on Advances in Energy Research, 1-8 (2022)
  • Influence of oil and grease towards dairy wastewater generation
    BD M. Savaliya
    Recent Trends in Water Science and Technology 1, 176-179 (2014)
  • Measurement and evaluation of total dissolved solid (TDS) from dairy ETP and it’s comparison with other plants and possible load reduction method
    BZD MEHULKUMAR L. SAVALIYA, NIKHIL P. VADI
    Acta Chim. Pharm. Indica 3 (1), 17-20 (2013)
  • A Study of Dairy Effluent on the basis of do Value and a Comparative Analysis of CETP With Respect to other Plants and Possible Load Reduction Methods
    ML Savaliya, NP Vadi, BD Dhorajiya, BKZ Dholakiya
    International Journal of Pharmaceutical and Chemical Sciences (2013)
  • A Study of Dairy Effluent of Various Products on the Basis of Chemical Oxygen Demand Value and a Comparative Study Between Common ETP with Respect to Other Plants and Possible …
    M Savaliya, N Vadi, Y Gambhava
    (2012)
  • A Study of Dairy Effluent of Various Products on the Basis of Biological Oxygen Demand Value and a Comparative Study between Common ETP with Respect to other Plants and …
    NVYG Mehulkumar Savaliya
    International Journal of Environmental Engineering and Management 3 (2), 131-138 (2012)

 

 

Thiyagarajan T | Plant | Best Researcher Award

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Dr Thiyagarajan T | Plant |  Best Researcher Award

Research Associate |  ICAR- IIRr |  India

Dr. Thiyagarajan Thulasinathan is committed to exploring various facets of natural science and applying his expertise to benefit society. His passion lies in utilizing scientific knowledge to serve the community and contribute to sustainable development.

Publication profile

Educational Qualifications:

  • Ph.D. (Agricultural Biotechnology) – Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore (2016-2021) – 87.40%
  • M.Sc. (Agricultural Biotechnology) – Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore (2008-2010) – 83.90%
  • B.Sc. (Agriculture) – Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore (2004-2008) – 83.00%

Work Experience:

  • Research Associate, ICAR-National Academy of Agricultural Research Management (NAARM), Hyderabad (2022-2023)
  • Contract Scientist and Research Associate-III, ICAR-National Institute of Plant Biotechnology (NIPB), New Delhi (2021-2022)
  • Research Fellow, Gyeongsang National University, South Korea (2011-2015)
  • Senior Research Fellow, Tamil Nadu Agricultural University, Coimbatore (2011)

Key Research Contributions:

  • Development of genome-edited rice plants with resistance to rice blast
  • Genetic fidelity testing for various crops including banana, potato, and sugarcane
  • Pioneered research on developing multiple stress-tolerant rice varieties through marker-assisted backcross breeding (MABB)

Training Programs Attended:

  • Gene Editing & Technology Management in Agriculture, NAARM (2023)
  • Application of Bioinformatics in Accelerating Agricultural Research, NAARM (2023)
  • Genetic Fidelity Testing, ICAR-NIPB (2022)

Awards and Recognitions:

  • Dr. S. Robin Memorial Award for Best Ph.D. Thesis in Rice Molecular Biology (2024)
  • Best Ph.D. Thesis Award, ITAHAS-2023 (2023)
  • Young Scientist Award, Global Challenges of Food and Agriculture (2023)
  • Multiple awards for poster presentations and research excellence between 2010-2019

Research Work Experience:

Focused on plant biotechnology, especially rice molecular biology, and multiple stress tolerance. He standardized protocols for somatic embryogenesis, developed rice lines resistant to biotic and abiotic stresses, and conducted extensive phenotypic screenings for resistance traits.

Ph.D. Research: Developed multiple stress-tolerant versions of rice variety CO 51 through Genomics-Assisted Breeding. Developed rice lines resistant to drought, salinity, submergence, phosphorus starvation, and various diseases using QTLs/genes.

Research Metrics:

  • Citations: 108 (by 105 documents)
  • Publications: 10
  • h-index: 4

Publication top notes

  • Genetic Enhancement of Blast and Bacterial Leaf Blight Resistance in Rice Variety CO 51 through Marker-Assisted Selection
    Subburaj, S., Thulasinathan, T., Sakthivel, V., Swaminathan, M., Muthurajan, R.
    Agriculture (Switzerland), 2024, 14(5), 693
  • Unveiling the Distribution of Free and Bound Phenolic Acids, Flavonoids, Anthocyanins, and Proanthocyanidins in Pigmented and Non-Pigmented Rice Genotypes
    Avinash, G., Sharma, N., Prasad, K.R., Pagidipala, N., Thulasinathan, T.
    Frontiers in Plant Science, 2024, 15, 1324825
  • Plant Stomata: An Unrealized Possibility in Plant Defense against Invading Pathogens and Stress Tolerance
    Meddya, S., Meshram, S., Sarkar, D., Savani, A.K., Thulasinathan, T.
    Plants, 2023, 12(19), 3380
  • Marker Assisted Introgression of Resistance Genes and Phenotypic Evaluation Enabled Identification of Durable and Broad-Spectrum Blast Resistance in Elite Rice Cultivar, CO 51
    Thulasinathan, T., Ayyenar, B., Kambale, R., Swaminathan, M., Muthurajan, R.
    Genes, 2023, 14(3), 719
  • Development of Biotic Stress Resistant Version of CO 51 Rice Cultivar through Marker Assisted Introgression of Major Genes, Pi9 and Xa21
    Subburaj, S., Thulasinathan, T., Viswabharathy, S., Manonmani, S., Raveendran, M.
    Electronic Journal of Plant Breeding, 2023, 14(3), pp. 1035–1043
  • Harnessing Parent-Offspring Regression Analysis to Develop High-Yielding Submergence Tolerant Lines of Oryza sativa L.
    Viswabharathy, S., Thulasinathan, T., Subburaj, S., Kalaimagal, T., Raveendran, M.
    Electronic Journal of Plant Breeding, 2023, 14(2), pp. 675–686
  • Current Status of Bioinformatics Resources of Small Millets
    Thulasinathan, T., Jain, P., Yadav, A.K., Sevanthi, A.M., Solanke, A.U.
    Omics of Climate Resilient Small Millets, 2022, pp. 221–234
  • Evaluation of Blast Resistance Genes Pi9 and Pi54 in Rice Against Local Isolates of Tamil Nadu
    Thulasinathan, T., Kambale, R., Ayyenar, B., Manonmani, S., Muthurajan, R.
    Electronic Journal of Plant Breeding, 2020, 11(4), pp. 1153–1158
  • Pyramiding QTLs Controlling Tolerance Against Drought, Salinity, and Submergence in Rice through Marker Assisted Breeding
    Muthu, V., Abbai, R., Nallathambi, J., Ayyenar, B., Muthurajan, R.
    PLoS ONE, 2020, 15(1), e0227421
  • Limited Addition of the 6-Arm β-1,2-Linked N-Acetylglucosamine (GlcNAc) Residue Facilitates the Formation of the Largest N-Glycan in Plants
    Yoo, J.Y., Ko, K.S., Seo, H.-K., Lee, S.Y., Lee, K.O.
    Journal of Biological Chemistry, 2015, 290(27), pp. 16560–16572

 

 

Khirod Kumar Sahoo | Plant Biotechnology | Best Researcher Award

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Dr Khirod Kumar Sahoo |  Plant Biotechnology | Best Researcher Award

Ravenshaw University, Cuttack,  India

Dr. Khirod Kumar Sahoo is an esteemed Assistant Professor in the Department of Botany at Ravenshaw University, Cuttack, with over 14 years of research experience. His work primarily focuses on plant biotechnology and molecular biology, including the development of transgenic rice for salinity and drought tolerance. He has a robust publication record with more than 26 peer-reviewed international journal articles and holds 2 national patents.

Profile:

Education:

  • Ph.D. in Life Sciences: ICGEB, New Delhi (2011).
  • M.Sc. in Biotechnology: North Orissa University, Odisha (2004).
  • B.Sc. in Botany (Honours): North Orissa University, Odisha (2002).

Professional Memberships:

  • Life Member, Odisha Botanical Society
  • Life Member, Indian Society of Biological Chemist
  • Member Secretary, IBSC, DBT, Govt of India

Research Guidance:

  • Ph.D. Students: 3 awarded, 1 thesis submitted, 4 ongoing
  • M.Phil Students: 5 awarded
  • M.Sc. Students: 30 completed dissertation projects

Dr. Sahoo continues to contribute significantly to the field of plant biotechnology through his research, teaching, and collaborative projects.

Plant Biotechnology Research Focus:

Dr. Khirod Kumar Sahoo’s research in plant biotechnology encompasses developing transgenic plants to enhance tolerance to environmental stresses such as salinity and drought. His notable work includes:

  1. Transgenic Rice Development:
    • Ph.D. Research: Developed salinity and drought-tolerant transgenic rice through gene pyramiding at the International Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology (ICGEB), New Delhi, in collaboration with the School of Life Sciences, Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), New Delhi.
    • Postdoctoral Research: Furthered this work by developing transgenic rice with enhanced environmental stress tolerance at ICGEB.
  2. Hydroponics Cultivation:
    • Current Research: Since 2020, Dr. Sahoo has been optimizing hydroponic cultivation methods for high-yield strawberry production. This research led to a recent publication in the South African Journal of Botany.
  3. Micropropagation Techniques:
    • Developed efficient micropropagation systems for strawberry plants, resulting in a provisional patent application.
  4. Phytoremediation Studies:
    • Recent Project: Received funding from the Science and Engineering Research Board (SERB) to screen and characterize various Brassica species for phytoremediation of toxic heavy metals in industrial and mining areas of Odisha. This project aims to reduce the negative impact of heavy metals on the food chain and environment.
  5. Gene Silencing for Enhanced Yield:
    • Postdoctoral Project: Worked on enhancing grain yield in salinity-tolerant rice by silencing the cytokinin oxidase gene using RNA interference (RNAi) technology.

Research Metrics:

  • Citations: 701 (cited by 657 documents)
  • Documents: 20
  • h-index: 11

Publication Top Notes:

  • Silicon nutrition stimulates Salt-Overly Sensitive (SOS) pathway to enhance salinity stress tolerance and yield in rice
    • Gupta, B.K., Sahoo, K.K., Anwar, K., …, Pareek, A., Singla-Pareek, S.L.
    • Plant Physiology and Biochemistry, 2021, 166, pp. 593–604.
    • 31 Citations
  • Isolation of a broad spectrum antimicrobial producing thermophilic Bacillus and characterization of its antimicrobial protein
    • Ojha, P., Kar, N.P., Nayak, S., Patra, A.K., Sahoo, K.K.
    • Archives of Microbiology, 2021, 203(5), pp. 2059–2073.
    • 5 Citations
  • Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in Rice Research
    • Donde, R., Gouda, G., Sabarinathan, S., …, Vadde, R., Behera, L.
    • Applications of Bioinformatics in Rice Research, 2021, pp. 239–275.
    • 2 Citations
  • Identification of QTLs for high grain yield and component traits in new plant types of rice
    • Donde, R., Mohapatra, S., Yasin Baksh, S.K., …, Behera, L., Dash, S.K.
    • PLoS ONE, 2020, 15(7 July), e0227785.
    • 18 Citations
  • Enhancing trehalose biosynthesis improves yield potential in marker-free transgenic rice under drought, saline, and sodic conditions
    • Joshi, R., Sahoo, K.K., Singh, A.K., …, Pareek, A., Singla-Pareek, S.L.
    • Journal of Experimental Botany, 2020, 71(2), pp. 653–668.
    • 86 Citations