Avtar Singh Bimbraw | Conservation Agriculture | Excellence in Research

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Dr. Avtar Singh Bimbraw | Conservation Agriculture | Excellence in Research

Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana, Punjab, India

Dr. Avtar Singh Bimbraw served as a Senior Agronomist at the Punjab Agricultural University, contributing significantly to the field of agronomy through research, teaching, and extension activities. With a distinguished career spanning several decades, he played a pivotal role in advancing sustainable agricultural practices in Punjab. His expertise and dedication have left a lasting impact on the agrarian community and academic fraternity alike.

Profile:

🎓 Academic Qualifications:

  • Ph.D. in Agronomy, PAU, Ludhiana (1985) – OGPA 3.28/4.00

  • M.Sc. Dairying (Forage Production), NDRI, Karnal (1980) – 68.29%

  • B.Sc. Agriculture (Hons.), PAU, Ludhiana (1977) – OGPA 2.52/4.00

  • Matriculation, Punjab School Education Board (1970) – 61.1%

🛠️ Additional Training (India, 1–14 days):

Participated in 8 specialized trainings, including:

  • Seed production technologies

  • Agroforestry evaluation

  • Sugarcane seed certification

  • Global Positioning System (GPS) applications in agriculture

📅 Service Record at PAU:

  • Joined University Service: November 29, 1985 (Senior Research Fellow)

  • Assistant Professor: 1986–1992

  • Agronomist: 1992–2000

  • Senior Agronomist: 2000–2014

🏛️ Administrative Experience:

  • Director, RRS, Kheri (1992–1998)

  • Section Head, Forage Section (2001–2011)

  • Section Head, Tillage Schemes (2005–2008)

  • Section Head, Conservation Agriculture (2009 onward)

👨‍🏫 Teaching Contributions:

  • Taught diverse undergraduate and postgraduate agronomy courses (e.g., Agron.101, 201, 424, 521, 530, 603)

  • Supervised 7 M.Sc. and 2 Ph.D. students

  • Conducted practical courses under “Earn While You Learn” scheme

  • Served as external examiner for 5 universities

  • Participated in selection committees for various state and national appointments

🔬 Research Highlights:

  • Led multiple projects (8 total), with significant outcomes including:

    • Inclusion of Dill (Anethum graveolens L.) in Punjab’s Rabi Package of Practices

    • Intercropping systems with sugarcane (moong, mash, cabbage, mentha)

    • Direct Seeded Rice and Zero/No-Tillage cultivation technologies

    • Evaluation of varieties: sugarcane, cotton, gram, berseem, moong

    • Nutrient management and sowing window studies for legumes and cereals

🌱 Seed Production Achievements (1992–2001):

  • Produced and certified ~29,565 quintals of quality seeds (e.g., sugarcane, wheat, maize, pulses)

  • Strengthened farm infrastructure for seed production (e.g., seed grader, tractors)

  • Contributed significantly to PAU’s farm income and seed supply chain

📢 Extension & Outreach:

  • Participated in Kisan Melas, Divas, field days, camps, and radio/TV talks

  • Acted as resource person in refresher courses, summer schools, and district-level workshops

  • Regularly disseminated improved crop production technologies to farming communities

🏆 Notable Recognitions:

  • Subject Expert, Commonwealth Scholarship/Fellowship selection panel (2013)

  • Member, selection committees for various agricultural appointments and programs

Publication:

  • Response of Fodder Maize to Different Levels of Nitrogen Under Various Establishment Methods

Shun Han | Soil Microbiology | Best Researcher Award

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Dr Shun Han | Soil Microbiology | Best Researcher Award

Postdoctoral Research Associates at The University of Oklahoma, United States

​Dr. Shun Han is a Postdoctoral Research Associate at the Institute for Environmental Genomics, University of Oklahoma, specializing in soil microbial ecology. He earned his Ph.D. in Microbiology from Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan, China, in 2020, where he also completed his B.S. in Bioengineering in 2014. His research focuses on the relationships between microbial diversity, community assembly processes, and soil multifunctionality in forest ecosystems. He has published extensively on topics such as the impact of bacterial and fungal diversity on soil functions and the effects of fertilization practices on microbial communities. His work has been recognized with several awards, including the Institute of Environmental Genomics Outstanding Achievement Award in 2021.​

Profile:

📚 Education & Expertise:

Dr. Xianglin Fang is a researcher at Lanzhou University, specializing in soil microbiology, biogeochemistry, and environmental sustainability. His work focuses on soil nutrient cycling, microbial ecology, and climate change impacts on soil health.

🔬 Research & Contributions:

Dr. Fang has published extensively in high-impact journals, investigating microbial community responses to land use changes, soil organic matter dynamics, and nitrogen cycling. His research aims to enhance sustainable land management and agricultural productivity.

🌱 Collaborations & Impact:

He actively collaborates with international scientists in China, the USA, and Europe, contributing to global discussions on soil conservation and ecosystem resilience.

🏆 Achievements & Recognitions:

Dr. Fang has received multiple awards for his innovative research and academic excellence in soil and environmental sciences.

Citations:

Total Citations: 1151 (1118 since 2020)
h-index: 18 (18 since 2020)
i10-index: 21 (21 since 2020)

Publication Top Notes:

  • Belowground Bacterial Communities and Carbon Components Contribute to Soil Respiration in a Subtropical Forest
    S. Han, A. Wang – Plant and Soil, 2024

  • Role of Generalists, Specialists, and Opportunists in Nitrospira Community Assembly in Soil Aggregates from Nearby Cropland and Grassland Areas in a Campus
    Y. Jiang, S. Han, X. Luo – Applied Soil Ecology, 2024

  • Experimental Warming Accelerates Positive Soil Priming in a Temperate Grassland Ecosystem
    X. Tao, Z. Yang, J. Feng, S. Jian, Y. Yang, C.T. Bates, G. Wang, X. Guo, D. Ning, … – Nature Communications, 2024

  • Microbial Responses to Long-Term Warming Differ Across Soil Microenvironments
    X.J.A. Liu, S. Han, S.D. Frey, J.M. Melillo, J. Zhou, K.M. DeAngelis – ISME Communications, 2024

  • Soil Glomalin-Related Protein Affects Aggregate N₂O Fluxes by Modulating Denitrifier Communities in a Fertilized Soil
    S. Han, M.E. Lucas-Borja, W. Chen, Q. Huang – Science of The Total Environment, 2023

  • Experimental Warming Leads to Convergent Succession of Grassland Archaeal Community
    Y. Zhang, D. Ning, L. Wu, M.M. Yuan, X. Zhou, X. Guo, Y. Hu, S. Jian, Z. Yang, … – Nature Climate Change, 2023

  • Resistance Potential of Soil Bacterial Communities Along a Biodiversity Gradient in Forest Ecosystems
    J. Kuang, D. Deng, S. Han, C.T. Bates, D. Ning, W. Shu, J. Zhou – Mlife, 2022

  • Response to Letter to the Editor: “Possibly Underestimated Microbial Carbon Limitation Determined by Enzymatic Stoichiometry Approach”
    Y. Xie, Y. Ouyang, S. Han, J. Se, S. Tang, Y. Yang, Q. Ma, L. Wu – Science of The Total Environment, 2022

  • Weekly Soil Nutrients Dynamic Under a Long-Term Field Warming Experiment in Grassland
    S. Jian, Z. Yang, S. Han, J. Kuang, J. Zhou – ASA, CSSA, SSSA International Annual Meeting, 2022

  • Active Microbial Communities and Their Efficiency of Utilizing Soil Carbon Under Long-Term Warming and Drought
    X. Liu, S. Han, S. Jian, Z. Yang, D. Ning, J. Zhou – ASA, CSSA, SSSA International Annual Meeting, 2022

  • Climate Warming Alters Nematodes Diversity and Community Structure in a Temperate Grassland
    S. Han, X. Liu, S. Jian, Z. Yang, D. Ning, J. Zhou – ASA, CSSA, SSSA International Annual Meeting, 2022

  • Reduction of Microbial Diversity in Grassland Soil Is Driven by Long-Term Climate Warming
    L. Wu, Y. Zhang, X. Guo, D. Ning, X. Zhou, J. Feng, M. Yuan, S. Liu, J. Guo, … – Nature Microbiology, 2022

  • Crop Rotation Stage Has a Greater Effect Than Fertilisation on Soil Microbiome Assembly and Enzymatic Stoichiometry
    Y. Xie, Y. Ouyang, S. Han, J. Se, S. Tang, Y. Yang, Q. Ma, L. Wu – Science of The Total Environment, 2022

  • Bacterial Rather Than Fungal Diversity and Community Assembly Drive Soil Multifunctionality in a Subtropical Forest Ecosystem
    S. Han, S. Tan, A. Wang, W. Chen, Q. Huang – Environmental Microbiology Reports, 2022

  • Root-Associated Fungal Community Reflects Host Spatial Co-Occurrence Patterns in a Subtropical Forest
    J. Kuang, S. Han, Y. Chen, C.T. Bates, P. Wang, W. Shu – ISME Communications, 2021

  • Climate Warming Reduces Microbial Biodiversity in a Temperate Grassland
    J. Zhou, L. Wu, Y. Zhang, X. Guo, D. Ning, X. Zhou, J. Feng, M. Yuan, J. Guo, … – ASA, CSSA, SSSA International Annual Meeting, 2021

  • Soil Aggregate Size-Dependent Relationships Between Microbial Functional Diversity and Multifunctionality
    S. Han, M. Delgado-Baquerizo, X. Luo, Y. Liu, J.D. Van Nostrand, W. Chen, … – Soil Biology and Biochemistry, 2021

  • Microscale Heterogeneity of the Soil Nitrogen Cycling Microbial Functional Structure and Potential Metabolism
    S. Han, X. Luo, X. Hao, Y. Ouyang, L. Zeng, L. Wang, S. Wen, B. Wang, … – Environmental Microbiology, 2021

  • Partitioning Nitrospira Community Structure and Co-Occurrence Patterns in a Long-Term Inorganic and Organic Fertilization Soil
    S. Han, Q. Huang, W. Chen – Journal of Soils and Sediments, 2021

  • The Species Evenness of “Prey” Bacteria Correlated With Bdellovibrio-and-Like-Organisms (BALOs) in the Microbial Network Supports the Biomass of BALOs in a Paddy Soil
    H. Qian, C. Hou, H. Liao, L. Wang, S. Han, S. Peng, W. Chen, Q. Huang, X. Luo – FEMS Microbiology Ecology, 2020

 

Muhammad Awais | Soil Science | Young Scientist Award

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Dr Muhammad Awais | Soil Science | Young Scientist Award

Post-doctoral Researcher at  Henan Agricultural University, China

Dr. Muhammad Awais is a post-doctoral researcher in the Department of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering at Henan Agriculture University, where he also collaborates with the Henan International Joint Laboratory of Laser Technology in Agriculture Science and the State Key Laboratory of Wheat and Maize Crop Science. His work focuses on sustainable agriculture, employing advanced technologies such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, and surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy for soil analysis, crop management, and environmental monitoring.

 

Publication Profile

🎓 Education:

  • Ph.D. in Renewable Energy, PMAS Arid Agriculture University, Pakistan, with co-supervision at Technical University of Denmark, specializing in biomethane production and advanced oxidation processes for biomass (2013-2018).
  • M.Phil. in Molecular Biology, Quaid-i-Azam University, Pakistan (2012).
  • M.Sc. and B.Sc. degrees from PMAS Arid Agriculture University and University of the Punjab, Pakistan, respectively.

📜 Research Expertise:

Muhammad Awais has a research focus on sustainable agriculture and advanced technologies in environmental science. His recent work integrates AI, machine learning, and spectroscopy for soil and crop management. He has also pioneered photovoltaic solutions for sustainable irrigation and bioenergy solutions through biogas production from agricultural waste.

🧪 Professional Experience:

  • Post-Doctoral Researcher at Henan Agriculture University and the Henan International Joint Laboratory of Laser Technology (2023-present)
  • Head of Department / Assistant Professor, University of Sialkot, Pakistan (2021-2022)
  • Assistant Professor, COMSATS University Islamabad, Pakistan (2019-2020)
  • Lecturer and Researcher, PMAS Arid Agriculture University, Pakistan, with roles in biomethane production projects (2013-2019)

🎖 Honors and Awards:

  • Principal Investigator, Higher Education Commission (HEC) Pakistan-funded project on nano-composite water purification (2020)
  • HEC Indigenous Fellowship and International Research Support Initiative

📈 Professional Impact:

  • Citations: 557 (537 since 2019)
  • h-index: 12
  • i10-index: 16

Publication Top Notes

  • Identification of Lead Compounds against Scm (fms10) in Enterococcus faecium Using Computer Aided Drug Designing
    MA Rasheed, MN Iqbal, S Saddick, I Ali, FS Khan, S Kanwal, D Ahmed, …
    Life 11 (2), 77, 97 (2021)
  • Bioconvection Flow in Accelerated Couple Stress Nanoparticles with Activation Energy: Bio-Fuel Applications
    SU Khan, K Al-Khaled, A Aldabesh, M Awais, I Tlili
    Scientific Reports 11 (1), 3331 (2021)
  • Methane Production and Kinetic Modeling for Co-digestion of Manure with Lignocellulosic Residues
    M Awais, M Alvarado-Morales, P Tsapekos, M Gulfraz, I Angelidaki
    Energy & Fuels 30 (12), 10516-10523 (2016)
  • TiO2/UV Based Photocatalytic Pretreatment of Wheat Straw for Biogas Production
    M Alvarado-Morales, P Tsapekos, M Awais, M Gulfraz, I Angelidaki
    Anaerobe 46, 155-161 (2017)
  • Screening of Native Hyper-Lipid Producing Microalgae Strains for Biomass and Lipid Production
    F Kabir, M Gulfraz, GK Raja, M Inam-ul-Haq, M Awais, MS Mustafa, …
    Renewable Energy 160, 1295-1307 (2020)
  • Analysis of Generalized Micropolar Nanofluid with Swimming of Microorganisms over an Accelerated Surface with Activation Energy
    Z Abdelmalek, SU Khan, M Awais, MS Mustfa, I Tlili
    Journal of Thermal Analysis and Calorimetry 144, 1051-1063 (2021)
  • Photo-Catalytic Pretreatment of Biomass for Anaerobic Digestion Using Visible Light and Nickel Oxide (NiOx) Nanoparticles Prepared by Sol-Gel Method
    L Zhu, M Awais, HMA Javed, MS Mustafa, I Tlili, SU Khan, MS Shadloo
    Renewable Energy 154, 128-135 (2020)
  • Photocatalytic Pretreatment of Commercial Lignin Using TiO2-ZnO Nanocomposite-Derived Advanced Oxidation Processes for Methane Production Synergy in Lab
    YM Chu, HMA Javed, M Awais, MI Khan, S Shafqat, FS Khan, MS Mustafa, …
    Catalysts 11 (1), 54 (2021)
  • Bioherbicidal Ability and Weed Management of Allelopathic Methyl Esters from Lantana camara
    T Anwar, H Qureshi, MH Mahnashi, F Kabir, N Parveen, D Ahmed, U Afzal, …
    Saudi Journal of Biological Sciences 28 (8), 4365-4374 (2021)
  • Biodiesel Production from Melia azedarach and Ricinus communis Oil by Transesterification Process
    M Awais, SA Musmar, F Kabir, I Batool, MA Rasheed, F Jamil, SU Khan, …
    Catalysts 10 (4), 427 (2020)
  • Determination of In Vivo Biological Activities of Dodonaea viscosa Flowers against CCL4 Toxicity in Albino Mice with Bioactive Compound Detection
    ZW Tong, H Gul, M Awais, S Saddick, FS Khan, M Gulfraz, U Afzal, …
    Scientific Reports 11 (1), 13336 (2021)
  • Immunoinformatics-Based Prediction of Recombinant Multi-Epitope Vaccine for the Control and Prevention of SARS-CoV-2
    MA Rasheed, S Raza, A Zohaib, MI Riaz, A Amin, M Awais, SU Khan, …
    Alexandria Engineering Journal 60 (3), 3087-3097 (2021)
  • Metal Oxides and Ultraviolet Light-Based Photocatalytic Pretreatment of Biomass for Biogas Production and Lignin Oxidation
    M Awais, MS Mustafa, MA Rasheed, F Jamil, SMZA Naqvi
    BioResources 15 (1), 1747 (2020)
  • Remote Estimation of Wheat Yield Based on Vegetation Indices Derived from Time Series Data of Landsat 8 Imagery
    S Naqvi, MN Tahir, GA Shah, RS Sattar, M Awais
    Applied Ecology & Environmental Research 17 (2) (2019)
  • Quantification of Biochemical Compounds in Bauhinia Variegata Linn Flower Extract and Its Hepatoprotective Effect
    H Gul, M Awais, S Saddick, Y Ahmed, FS Khan, E Ahmed, U Afzal, …
    Saudi Journal of Biological Sciences 28 (1), 247-254 (2021)
  • BMT: Bioinformatics Mini Toolbox for Comprehensive DNA and Protein Analysis
    MN Iqbal, MA Rasheed, M Awais, W Chammam, S Kanwal, SU Khan, …
    Genomics 112 (6), 4561-4566 (2020)
  • In Silico Identification of Novel B Cell and T Cell Epitopes of Wuhan Coronavirus (2019-nCoV) for Effective Multi Epitope-Based Peptide Vaccine Production
    MA Rasheed, S Raza, A Zohaib, T Yaqub, M Rabbani, MI Riaz, M Awais, …
    MDPI AG (2020)
  • Comparative Study on the Usability of Lignocellulosic and Algal Biomass for Production of Alcoholic Fuels
    F Kabir, M Gulfraz, GK Raja, M Inam-ul-Haq, I Batool, M Awais, U Habiba, …
    BioResources 14 (4), 8135-8154 (2019)
  • Analysis of the Spike Proteins Suggests Pangolin as an Intermediate Host of COVID-19 (SARS-CoV-2)
    S Raza, MT Navid, W Zahir, MN Khan, M Awais, T Yaqub, M Rabbani, …
    (2021)
  • Mesophilic Anaerobic Co-Digestion of Cattle Manure with Malus domestica and Dalbergia sissoo during Biomethane Potential Assays
    M Awais, M Gulfraz, MJ Asad, F Kabir, KS Khan, S Naqvi
    BioResources 13 (2), 3144-3156 (2018)

 

Rajesh Kumar Prasad | Soil | Best Researcher Award

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Dr Rajesh Kumar Prasad | Soil |  Best Researcher Award

Manager-R&D at  Gruner Renewable Energy Pvt. Ltd.,  India

Dr. Rajesh Kumar Prasad holds a Ph.D. in Biotechnology and an M.Sc. in Biotechnology. With a solid background in microbiology and bioenergy, he has developed a strong expertise in R&D, driving innovation and efficient management in scientific projects. His career objective is to actively contribute to research that advances both organizational goals and the broader scientific community, while continuously expanding his knowledge and skills. Rajesh also possesses a range of organizational, statistical, and soft skills, making him a versatile professional in the dynamic field of biotechnology.

Publication Profile

Education:

  • Ph.D. (Biotechnology) — Assam University, Silchar, India (2015-2020)
  • M.Sc. (Biotechnology) — Lovely Professional University, Punjab, India (2011-2013)
  • B.Sc. (Zoology) — D.H.S. K College, Dibrugarh, India (2008-2011)

Work Experience:

Manager-R&D
Gruner Renewable Energy Pvt. Ltd., Noida, India — April 2024 – Present

  • Leading R&D for bioenergy projects, including biogas and bio-CNG production optimization.

Assistant Manager-R&D
Gruner Renewable Energy Pvt. Ltd., Noida, India — June 2023 – March 2024

  • Supported bioenergy technology development, mass balance analysis, and process optimization.

Scientific Officer
REVY Environmental Solution Pvt. Ltd., Gujarat, India — Sept 2022 – May 2023

  • Managed an environmental and microbiological lab, overseeing R&D for biogas and waste treatment.

Research Associate
Tezpur University, Assam, India — April 2022 – June 2022

  • Contributed to bioenergy and anaerobic digestion technology projects for renewable energy promotion.

Senior Research Fellow
Defence Research Laboratory, DRDO, Tezpur, Assam — June 2016 – Nov 2018

  • Characterized insect gut bacteria for cellulase gene analysis and waste degradation efficiency.

Skills:

  • Process Development & Writeup for Bio-CNG Plants: Provided solutions for bio-CNG plants, optimizing various biomass feedstocks like Napier grass, paddy straw, jute waste, and food waste.
  • Anaerobic Digestion Technology: Expertise in biogas optimization, BMP analysis, and wastewater treatment, with experience reducing CO2, H2S, and COD/BOD levels in industrial wastewater.
  • Microbiology & Molecular Biology: Proficient in microbiological techniques, cellulase gene characterization, enzyme assays, bacterial DNA isolation, and bacteriophage characterization.
  • Project Management: Strong skills in managing R&D projects, technical report writing, and SOP formulation. Successfully coordinated cross-functional teams in bioenergy projects.
  • Bioinformatics & Data Science: Experience with bioinformatics tools such as nBLAST and MEGA-X. Proficient in data analysis using Origin 8 and GraphPad Prism.
  • Soft Skills & Technical Writing: Skilled in research article preparation, report drafting, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.
  • Languages: Fluent in Hindi, English, and Assamese.

Rajesh Kumar Prasad’s Citation Metrics:

  • Citations: 353 (from 348 documents)
  • Publications: 8 documents
  • h-index: 6

Publication Top Notes

1. A comprehensive pre-treatment strategy evaluation of ligno-hemicellulosic biomass to enhance biogas potential in the anaerobic digestion process
Prasad, R.K., Sharma, A., Mazumder, P.B., Dhussa, A.
RSC Sustainability, 2024, 2(9), pp. 2444–2467

2. Cold adaptation in bacteria with special focus on cellulase production and its potential application
Gupta, S.K., Kataki, S., Chatterjee, S., Dwivedi, S.K., Gupta, D.K.
Journal of Cleaner Production, 2020, 258, 120351

3. Isolation and characterisation of a lytic bacteriophage from wastewater and its application in pathogen reduction
Sharma, S., Datta, S., Chatterjee, S., Das, B., Vanlalhmuaka
Defence Life Science Journal, 2020, 5(2), pp. 80–86

4. Characterization of Bacillus Species with Keratinase and Cellulase Properties Isolated from Feather Dumping Soil and Cockroach Gut
Sharma, S., Prasad, R.K., Chatterjee, S., Vairale, M.G., Yadav, K.K.
Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences India Section B – Biological Sciences, 2019, 89(3), pp. 1079–1086

5. Study on cellulase (β-1,4-endoglucanase) activity of gut bacteria of Sitophilus oryzae in cellulosic waste biodegradation
Prasad, R.K., Chatterjee, S., Mazumder, P.B., Vairale, M.G., Dwivedi, S.K.
Bioresource Technology Reports, 2019, 7, 100274

6. Bioethanol production from waste lignocelluloses: A review on microbial degradation potential
Prasad, R.K., Chatterjee, S., Mazumder, P.B., Dwivedi, S.K., Gupta, D.K.
Chemosphere, 2019, 231, pp. 588–606

7. Insect Gut Bacteria and Their Potential Application in Degradation of Lignocellulosic Biomass: A Review
Prasad, R.K., Chatterjee, S., Sharma, S., Vairale, M.G., Raju, P.S.
Energy, Environment, and Sustainability, 2018, pp. 277–299

8. Bacteriophages and its applications: an overview
Sharma, S., Chatterjee, S., Datta, S., Prasad, R.K., Vairale, M.G.
Folia Microbiologica, 2017, 62(1), pp. 17–55

 

Yogendra ND | Soil Science | Best Researcher Award

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Dr Yogendra ND |  Soil Science |  Best Researcher Award

Sr Scientist at  CSIR-Central Institute of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants, India   

Dr. Yogendra N.D. is a Senior Scientist specializing in Agronomy and Soil Science at the CSIR-Central Institute of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants (CIMAP) Research Centre in Bengaluru, India. Born on June 22, 1986, he has made significant contributions to agricultural research, particularly in the area of medicinal and aromatic crops.

Profile:

🎓 Academic Background

  • B.Sc. (Ag.) in Agriculture (2008) – UAS, Bengaluru (70.10%)
  • M.Sc. (Ag.) in Soil Science & Agricultural Chemistry (2010) – UAS, Bengaluru (86.20%)
  • Ph.D. in Soil Science & Agricultural Chemistry (2015) – UAS, Bengaluru
    • Thesis: “Effect of seaweed liquid extract (SLE) on growth, yield, and biochemical constituents of wetland rice (Oryza sativa L.)”
    • Guide: Dr. P. K. Basavaja

🧑‍🔬 Professional Experience

  • Senior Research Fellow – UAS, Bengaluru (Feb 2011 – Jun 2011)
  • Research Associate – AICRP on STCR, UAS, Bengaluru (Jul 2011 – Sep 2011)
  • Senior Research Fellow – AICRP on STCR, UAS, Bengaluru (Jun 2014 – Jun 2015)
  • Research Associate – UAHS, Shivamogga (Jul 2015 – May 2016)
  • Scientist – CSIR-CIMAP, Bengaluru (May 2016 – May 2021)
  • Senior Scientist – CSIR-CIMAP, Bengaluru (May 2021 – Present)

🏆 Awards & Recognitions

  • Best Overall Image (2013) – IPNI
  • Photo Contest – Symptoms of Nutrient Deficiencies (2014) – BC Fertilis
  • 2nd Prize in the Nitrogen Category (2015) – IPNI

📊 Citation Metrics

  • Citations: 185 (Total), 151 (Since 2019)
  • h-index: 6 (Total), 5 (Since 2019)
  • i10-index: 5 (Total), 4 (Since 2019)

Publication Top Notes:

  • Effect of seaweed sap as foliar spray on growth and yield of hybrid maize
    PK Basavaraja, ND Yogendra, ST Zodape, R Prakash, A Ghosh
    Journal of Plant Nutrition 41 (14), 1851-1861. Cited by: 67 (2018)
  • Effect of silicon on real-time nitrogen management in a rice ecosystem
    ND Yogendra, BH Kumara, N Chandrashekar, NB Prakash, MS Anantha, …
    African Journal of Agricultural Research 9 (9), 831-840. Cited by: 31 (2014)
  • Influence of seaweed saps on germination, growth, and yield of hybrid maize under Cauvery Command of Karnataka, India
    S Dilavarnaik, PK Basavaraja, ND Yogendra, A Ghosh
    International Journal of Current Microbiology and Applied Sciences 6 (9), 1047-1056. Cited by: 21 (2017)
  • Real-time nitrogen management in aerobic rice by adopting leaf color chart (LCC) as influenced by silicon
    ND Yogendra, BH Kumara, N Chandrashekar, NB Prakash, MS Anantha, …
    Journal of Plant Nutrition 40 (9), 1277-1286. Cited by: 12 (2017)
  • Effect of calcium silicate on yield and nitrogen use efficiency (NUE) of wetland rice
    ND Yogendra, NB Prakash, MT Malagi, BH Kumara, RM Kumar, …
    Plant Archives 13 (1), 89-91. Cited by: 11 (2013)
  • Geo-reference based soil fertility status in Hassan district of Karnataka, India for development of nutrient plan
    PK Basavaraja, P Dey, HM Saqeebulla, ND Yogendra
    Cited by: 9 (2017)
  • Effect of soil test-based fertilizer application on yield and nutrient uptake by hybrid maize under dryland condition
    PK Basavaraja, K Naik, CR Nethradhani Raj, ND Yogendra
    The Mysore Journal of Agricultural Sciences 48 (4), 514-521. Cited by: 6 (2014)
  • Comparative morphological assessment of lemongrass (Cymbopogon spp.) cultivars for oil yield, chemical composition, and quality parameters under southern region of India
    ND Yogendra, M Nazeer, MK Yadav, K Baskaran, VS Pragadheesh, …
    Madras Agricultural Journal 108. Cited by: 4 (2021)
  • Effect of calcium silicate and need-based nitrogen on pest management in aerobic rice (Oryza sativa L.)
    BH Kumara, ND Yogendra, NB Prakash, AK Amarendra Kumar
    Cited by: 4 (2016)
  • Effect of long-term fertilizer experimentation on growth, yield, and availability of nutrients in finger millet in alfisol soils of Bengaluru
    CV Manuja, MR Suma, ND Yogendra, N Chandrashekar, RC Gowda
    Madras Agricultural Journal 100 (Jul-Sep), 1. Cited by: 4 (2013)
  • Assessment of soil moisture stress-induced variability in oil content and composition in mint species
    D Kumar, A Punetha, A Khan, P Suryavanshi, ND Yogendra, RC Padalia
    Biochemical Systematics and Ecology 113, 104774. Cited by: 3 (2024)
  • Effect of Calcium Silicate on Nitrogen Management by Adopting LCC in Aerobic Rice (Oryza sativa L.)
    BH Kumara, ND Yogendra, M Kumar, NB Prakash
    Madras Agricultural Journal 101 (Jul-Sep), 1. Cited by: 3 (2014)
  • Studies on physico-chemical properties of different vineyards in Bijapur Taluk, Karnataka
    AC Mahendra, H Asangi, ND Yogendra
    African Journal of Agricultural Research 8 (16), 1477-1481. Cited by: 3 (2013)
  • Effect of calcium silicate and need-based nitrogen management in aerobic rice
    BH Kumara, ND Yogendra, NB Prakash, MS Anantha, N Chandrashekar
    ORYZA-An International Journal on Rice 50 (4), 358-364. Cited by: 2 (2013)
  • Livelihood enhancement and resource use efficiency under lemongrass intercropping with food crops
    ND Yogendra, PE Keerthi, M Nazeer, AC Jnanesha, RS Verma, …
    Ecological Frontiers 44 (2), 266-274. Cited by: 1 (2024)
  • Floral biology insights into essential oil yield and chemical composition in davana (Artemisia pallens Bess), a high-value aromatic plant of India
    RR Kumara, PE Keerthi, ND Yogendra
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