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Dr. Mahesh Gunjal

Dr. Mahesh Gunjal holds an M.Sc. and Ph.D. in Botany and serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Botany at Sahyadri Bahujan Vidya Prasarak Samaj's Sahakar Maharshi Bhausaheb Santuji Thorat Arts, Science and Commerce College, Sangamner. With over 11 years of academic and research experience, he has established himself as a dedicated educator and researcher in the field of plant sciences. His primary area of specialization is Angiosperm Taxonomy, with research interests encompassing plant systematics, biodiversity documentation, floristic studies, and plant identification. Dr. Gunjal has made valuable scholarly contributions through numerous research papers published in reputed national and international peer-reviewed journals. His research supports the understanding, conservation, and sustainable management of plant diversity while strengthening botanical education and scientific inquiry. He has actively participated in academic conferences, seminars, workshops, and faculty development programmes, contributing to the advancement of botanical sciences and higher education. Through his commitment to teaching, research, and academic excellence, Dr. Gunjal continues to inspire students and contribute meaningfully to the fields of taxonomy, biodiversity conservation, and sustainable environmental management.

Dr. Mahesh Bhimraj Navale

Dr. Mahesh Bhimraj Navale is an accomplished academician and Assistant Professor in the Department of Botany with over 17 years of teaching and research experience in higher education. He has been actively engaged in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, academic mentoring, curriculum development, and research in the field of plant sciences. His areas of expertise include Plant Diversity, Biodiversity Conservation, Environmental Studies, Mushroom Cultivation, Medicinal Plants, and Sustainable Natural Resource Management. He has contributed to botanical education through research publications, book chapters, academic writing, and the development of educational resources. Dr. Navale has presented research papers and actively participated in numerous national and international conferences, seminars, workshops, faculty development programmes, and professional training programmes. His research interests focus on biodiversity conservation, environmental sustainability, and the practical applications of botanical sciences for community development. He strongly advocates experiential learning, scientific inquiry, and environmental stewardship among students. His academic philosophy emphasizes integrating classroom knowledge with field-based learning and innovative teaching practices. Through his dedication to teaching, research, and extension activities, he continues to promote excellence in botanical education and lifelong learning. Dr. Navale remains committed to advancing scientific knowledge and nurturing future generations of researchers, educators, and environmentally responsible citizens.

Ms. Mary Joseph

Ms. Mary Joseph is currently working as Assistant Professor in Botany at St. Albert's College (Autonomous), Ernakulam, Kerala. She has a long teaching experience of 25 years, of which 15 years are at both UG and PG levels. She completed her Collegiate education from St. Teresa's College (Autonomous), Ernakulam, and is currently pursuing her doctorate in Phytochemistry of fems. She has both national and international publications to her credit. She has diverse and in-depth experience in the fields of Pteridology, Angiosperm Taxonomy, Developmental Biology, Ecology and Genetic Engineering. She has been actively involved in the Nature Club and Women Empowerment Ceil of the College and coordinated various environment-related activities, initiatives and projects for the improvement, upliftment and edification of the students and the society at large. She is a life member of various professional bodies and scientific organizations like The Orchid Society of India, Indian Fern Society, etc.

Dr. Kalpit Ganesh Mhatre

Dr. Kalpit Ganesh Mhatre is currently working as an assistant professor in botany at New Education Society's Shriram Kusumtai Sadashiv Vanjare College, Lanja District Ratnagiri, Maharashtra State. He has total teaching experience of 10 years at UG level. He has completed his Ph.D. from St. Xavier's College (Autonomous), Mumbai. He is the author of 34 books and editor of 20 books. To his credit he has 22 research papers in UGC CARE list and has written 60 chapters in various books. He also has 03 patent publication to his credit. He has vast experience in the field of Plant Taxonomy, Ethnobotany, Molecular Systematics, Ecology and Anthropology. Apart from academic work, he has been engaged in administrative work also. At institute level, he is being working as a Nodal Officer for various schemes such as Rashtriya Uchchatar Shiksha Abhiyan (RUSA), All India Survey on Higher Education (AISHE), National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF), Kalam Program for IP Literacy and Awareness (KAPILA) and Atal Ranking of Institution on Innovation Achievements (ARIIA). Dr. Mhatre is a President of Institutional Innovation Council (IIC). He has been designated as a District Sustainability Mentor (DSM) for Ratnagiri District by Mahatma Gandhi National Council of Rural Education, Ministry of Education, Government of India, Hyderabad.