Associate Professor at Barasat Government College, India

Dr. Nirmalendu Das is a distinguished researcher and academician with a wealth of expertise in the field of Botany. He currently holds a position at the Department of Botany, Barasat Government College, located in North 24 Parganas, West Bengal, India. Born on April 20, 1970, Dr. Das embarked on his educational journey, earning an MSc and later achieving a Ph.D. with a focus on “Studies on Laccase enzymes from Pleurotus florida.”

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Education and Expertise 🎓💡

Dr. Das holds an MSc and a Ph.D. His doctoral research, titled “Studies on Laccase enzymes from Pleurotus florida,” reflects his expertise in fungal enzymes, specifically laccases.

Academic Journey 🏫👨‍🏫

He embarked on his educational service journey on September 3, 1997, contributing significantly to the academic landscape.

Research Project Recognition 💡🔍

Acknowledged by various funding agencies, Dr. Das has received research grants from UGC, DST, DBT, and WBDST, highlighting the significance of his work.

👩‍🔬 Research Focus:

Dr. Nirmalendu Das’s research spans diverse areas in botany, with a primary focus on environmental and applied mycology 🍄. His work on laccase-assisted bioremediation of pesticides explores sustainable solutions for environmental challenges 🌱🔬. In the realm of fungal biology, he investigates the role of melatonin in fungi, emphasizing its impact on morphogenesis and stress tolerance 🌙🍄. Dr. Das delves into the cosmetic potential of fungi, unraveling their treasure trove for cosmeceuticals through a comprehensive chemical approach 💄🍄. Additionally, his research extends to the study of endobacteria influencing growth and sporophore induction in Pleurotus pulmonarius, showcasing a holistic approach to mycological research 🌍🍄.

Citations:

Citations: The researcher’s work has been cited 378 times in a total of 322 documents. This indicates the impact and influence of their research on other scholarly works.
Documents: The researcher has authored or co-authored 28 documents, which include articles, papers, or other scholarly contributions.
h-index: The h-index is 11, suggesting that there are 11 documents that have been cited at least 11 times. It provides a measure of both the productivity and impact of a researcher’s work.

Publications Top Notes:

“Fungi’s Treasure in Cosmeceuticals – A Comprehensive Chemical Approach”
- Authors: Mukherjee, A., Das, S., Chakraborty, D., Pal, N., Das, N.
- Published in the South African Journal of Botany (2024, 166, pp. 311–331)
“Role of Melatonin in Fungi with Special Emphasis on Morphogenesis and Stress Tolerance”
- Authors: Chakraborty, D., Mukherjee, A., Banerjee, A., Das, N.
- Published in the South African Journal of Botany (2024, 166, pp. 413–422)
“Laccase-assisted Bioremediation of Pesticides: Scope and Challenges”
- Authors: Paul, C., Pal, N., Maitra, M., Das, N.
- Published in Mini-Reviews in Organic Chemistry (2024, 21(6), pp. 633–654)
“Study of Growth-Improving and Sporophore-Inducing Endobacteria Isolated from Pleurotus pulmonarius”
- Authors: Paul, C., Roy, T., Singh, K., Maitra, M., Das, N.
- Published in the World Journal of Microbiology and Biotechnology (2023, 39(12), 349)
“Influence of Pesticide-Tolerant Soil Bacteria for Disease Control and Plant Growth Promotion in Vigna unguiculata (L.) Walp”
- Authors: Bandopadhyay, A., Roy, T., Alam, S., Majumdar, S., Das, N.
- Published in Environment, Development, and Sustainability (2023, 25(12), pp. 14693–14713)

Mr Atiqur Rahman: Plant | Best Researcher Award

Plant Breeder at Aftab Bahumukhi Farm Ltd., Bangladesh

Atiqur Rahman is a Bangladeshi Rice Breeder currently stationed at Jahurul Islam Rice Breeding Station (JIRBS), Aftab Bahumukhi Farm Ltd. His expertise lies in conventional and molecular plant breeding, as well as plant developmental biology. With a Master’s in Genetics and Plant Breeding from Bangladesh Agricultural University, Atiqur’s research focuses on Morpho-Molecular Characterization of Bottle Gourd for Developing Heterotic Hybrid.

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🎓 Education:

🎓 Master of Science in Genetics and Plant Breeding (Jan 2019 – June 2021) Thesis title: Morpho-Molecular Characterization of Bottle Gourd for Developing Heterotic Hybrid. Institution: Bangladesh Agricultural University, Mymensingh-2202, Bangladesh. 🎓 Bachelor of Science in Agriculture (Feb 2015 – Dec 2018) Major: Genetics & Plant Breeding, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, etc. Institution: Bangladesh Agricultural University, Mymensingh-2202, Bangladesh

Technical Skills:

🧬Population genetics, Conventional & molecular breeding 🧪 DNA & RNA extraction, PCR, Gel electrophoresis & HPLC 💻 In silico characterization, Research data analysis, Scientific writing 🖥️ Software: R studio, Minitab, GSDS, MEGA, MS Office, Mendeley Desktop

Training and Workshops:

🌾 October 2023: Hybrid rice cultivation and seed production technologies, BRRI, Bangladesh 📊 March 2023: Methods and tools of market survey, International Rice Research Institute 🌱 January 2023: Agricultural Research Planning and Scientific Report Writing, IRRI, Bangladesh 📸 January 2023: Basic Photography Training (online), IRRI, Bangladesh 🌏 December 2022: Green Prevention and Control Technology, Anhui Academy of Agricultural Sciences, China ♀️ December 2022: Training on gender awareness and sensitivity, IRRI, Bangladesh 📊 November 2022: Combining Ability Analysis for the Development of Heterotic Pool, IRRI, Bangladesh 📈 2021: Statistical Package for Postgraduate in Agriculture, BAU, Bangladesh 🧠 2020: Introduction to Research, California Institute of Behavioral Neuroscience & Psychology 🖥️ 2019: Basics of MS Office, Graduate Training Institute (GTI), Bangladesh 🗣️ 2018: Workshop on Influence of Language Practice on Higher Studies and Professional Life, BAU, Bangladesh

Research Focus 🌱🔬:

Atiqur Rahman is a passionate plant breeder 🌾 with a primary research focus on rice and potato genetics. His work spans diverse areas, including in silico identification of starch synthase genes in potatoes 🥔, advances in DNA methylation in higher plants 🧬, and empowering two-line hybrid rice breeding through CRISPR innovation 🔬. Collaborating with a team, he explores adaptability and yield stability in mung beans 🌱, contributing to Scientia Horticulturae. His research extends to ideotype-based genotype selection in sweet potatoes 🍠 and delves into the molecular uniqueness of Magnaporthe oryzae strains causing blast disease in rice 🌾.

Citations:

Jennifer Eunice R. has garnered a commendable impact in the academic realm. With a total of 83 citations since 2019, she maintains a consistent h-index and i10-index of 4 and 3, respectively. These metrics reflect her influential contributions and the resonance of her work within the scholarly community. 🌐📊🔍

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Nirmalendu Das | Botany | Excellence in Research

Dr Nirmalendu Das | Botany | Excellence in Research