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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 39 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.

Dr. Jayshri Devidas Jagtap

Dr. Jayshri Devidas Jagtap is an Assistant Professor of Botany at V G Vaze College of Arts, Science, and Commerce (Autonomous) in Mulund, Mumbai. Bringing over a decade of teaching experience, her expertise spans Cytogenetics, Mycology, Molecular Biology, Ecology, Environmental Botany, and Plant Pathology. She has made notable contributions to academia, presenting numerous research papers at both national and international conferences. Additionally, she has edited two books and authored several chapters. Actively engaged in scientific communities, she holds memberships in various professional bodies and associations, further enhancing her impact on the field of Botany. A firm believer in continuous professional development, Dr. Jagtap regularly participates in faculty development programmes, refresher courses, workshops, and training programmes to remain updated with emerging trends and technological advancements in biological sciences. She is actively involved in curriculum development, academic planning, and various institutional activities that promote excellence in higher education. Dr. Jagtap is also an active member of several professional scientific societies and academic associations, reflecting her commitment to strengthening the scientific community and encouraging collaborative research. Her association with these organizations enables her to contribute to academic networking, knowledge sharing, and the promotion of scientific awareness. With her strong academic foundation, research expertise, editorial experience, and unwavering dedication to teaching, Dr. Jayshri Devidas Jagtap continues to make valuable contributions to the advancement of Botany and Life Sciences. Her passion for education, scientific inquiry, and environmental sustainability has earned her recognition as a dedicated educator and an emerging scholar in the field of botanical sciences.

Dr. Varsha Sadashiv Patil

Dr. Varsha Sadashiv Patil is currently working as an assistant professor in botany at Shirdi Sai Rural Institutes Arts, Science and Commerce College, Rahata, Ahilyanagar District, Maharashtra State. She has total teaching experience of 17 years at UG and PG level. She has completed her Ph.D. from Savitribai Phule Pune University, Pune. She has admitted as Fellow of Hind Agri Horticultural Society (FHAS). She has recognition as a Ph. D. Research Guide by Savitribai Phule Pune University, Pune and two students are registered for the Ph. D. Degree under her guidance. She has received Research Excellence Award- 2021 by Institute of Scholars. She has recognized as a Reviewer for the International Journal of Basic and Applied Sciences and Editor for the edited book titled “Futuristic Trends in Agriculture Engineering and Food Sciences”. Vol.3. Book 11. Interative International Publishers.To her credit she has 25 research papers in various International, UGC CARE and Peer Reviewed Journals. She has written different book chapters in various books. She has completed 1 minor research project funded by BCUD, Pune. She has vast experience in the field of Genetics, Plant Breeding, Phycology, Plant Taxonomy, Medicinal Botany and Seed Technology. Apart from academic work, she has been engaged in administrative work also. At institute level, she is being working as a NCC Officer in the NCC Unit. She is also engaged in Nirbhay Kanya Abhiyan, Girls Defense Programme etc.

Ms. Nupoor Muralidhar Telawane

Ms. Nupoor Muralidhar Telawane is an Assistant Professor of Botany at K.M.E.Society’s G. M. Momin Women’s College, Bhiwandi with a passion for teaching, research, and scientific communication. She holds a Master's degree in Botany (Angiosperm Taxonomy and Phytochemistry) from St. Xavier's College (Autonomous), Mumbai, where she post- graduated with distinction and was the University of Mumbai topper (Gold Medalist) in Botany at the graduate level. A Maharashtra State Eligibility Test (SET)-qualified academic, she has authored several book chapters on Biodiversity, Ecology, Mycology, Food security, and Plant sciences, and has presented her research at national and international conferences. Her academic interests include plant taxonomy, biotechnology, environmental science, herbal cosmetology, and sustainable development. An active participant in academic conferences, faculty development programmes, and workshops, she has contributed as a resource person, coordinator, mentor, and member of academic committees such as ‘The Indo-US Nobel Laureate Workshop’, ‘Camag HPTLC System at India-Specific HPTLC Applications Research Laboratory’, Institute of Human Security and Governance (IIHSG) International Conference 2024, Indian Institute of Public Administration (IIPA), New Delhi and Member of the Board of Studies (Faculty of science, Subject botany- 2023-24 till 2025-26) of KET's V. G. Vaze College of Arts, Science and Commerce (Autonomous). She has also guided postgraduate research and served as an Executive Editor for a peer-reviewed international journal- International Journal of Advance and Applied Research (IJAAR). Through her scholarly work, she aims to advance botanical sciences while promoting evidence-based scientific inquiry, environmental stewardship, and interdisciplinary research.