Doctoraete of Dr. Dheeman
Grurukula Kangri (Deemed to be University)
His research was focused on investigating the diversity of Bacillus, a group of spore-forming bacteria, present in the rhizosphere of Eleusine coracana L (Ragi). In his study, he employed the Simpson and Shannon-Wiener Index to explore site-specific diversity. During greenhouse experiments and field trials, he observed the PGP (Plant Growth-Promoting) Bacillus have demonstrated both direct and indirect impacts on plant growth, leading to enhancements in vegetative and reproductive growth parameters. Notably, the density and diversity of cultivable bacteria showed a positive correlation at specific sites under his investigations.
Moreover, the research explored the biodiversity of cultivable spore-forming bacteria in the altitudinal gradients of the majestic Himalayas, a biodiversity hotspot. The study shed light on the adaptability and capabilities of Bacillus in countering environmental calamities, making them effective Plant Growth-Promoting Rhizobacteria (PGPR).
In summary, his study encompassed a comprehensive exploration of Bacillus diversity in the rhizosphere of Eleusine coracana L, highlighting its significance in promoting plant growth and its adaptability to various environmental conditions, particularly in the ecologically sensitive regions of Himalaya.
Achievements
Trainings
Subject Expert
Subject Expert
- Leadership Development Program for Dean of Universities for Introducing Key Reforms in Higher Education with a Focus on NEP-2020 held at India Habitat Centre, New Delhi (19 Dec -21 Dec 2022)
Subject Expert
Subject Expert
Subject Expert
- Member, Board of Studies, Department of Microbiology, Sardar Bhagwan Singh University, Dehradun, India
- External Examiner, Department of Microbiology, Sri Ras Bihari Bose Subharti University, Dehradun, India
- External Member, Board of Studies, Department of Microbiology, Sri Dev Suman University, Tehri, Uttarakhand, India
- Member, Board of Studies, Department of Agriculture, Sardar Bhagwan Singh University, Dehradun, India
- Member, Institutional Academic Integrity Panel, Sardar Bhagwan Singh University, Dehradun, India
Workshops
Memberships
Memberships
- Actively participated in a workshop on ‘Laboratory Diagnosis of Microbial Infections’ at Department of Botany and Microbiology, Gurukul Kangri University, Haridwar (October 24, 2016)
- Actively participated in a workshop on ‘Bioinformatics: Emerging Challenges & Opportunities’ at Uttarakhand Council of Biotechnology, Dehradun (July 18, 2017)
Memberships
Memberships
Memberships
- Life Member, Indian Science Congress Association, Kolkata, India
- Life Member, Asian PGPR Society for Sustainable Agriculture