
Experience:
Jan. 2024 –present Assistant Professor(Senior Scale)
- Teaching Ph.D., M.Sc., B.Sc. & B. Voc students
- Research Supervision Ph.D. and M.Sc. students
Nov. 2019 – Jan 2024 Assistant Professor
- Department of Botany,Dayalbagh Educational Institute, Agra
- Teaching Ph.D., M.Sc., B.Sc. & B. Voc students
- Research Supervision Ph.D. and M.Sc. students
Feb. 2019 – Nov. 2019 Guest Faculty in Botany
- Department of Botany,Dayalbagh Educational Institute, Agra
- Teaching M.Sc., B.Sc. and B. Voc students
Mar, 2018 – Feb. 2019 Guest Lecture in Botany
- Department of Botany,Dayalbagh Educational Institute, Agra
- Teaching B.Sc. and B. Voc students
Apr. 2016 –Mar. 2018 Postdoc Fellow-SERB-DST
- Department of Botany,Dayalbagh Educational Institute, Agra Research theme: “Proteome profile of Mentha piperita L. under the treatment of different fractions of gamma irradiated sodium alginate.”
Nov. 2015 – Apr.2016 Assistant Professor
- Department of Botany, Ram Singh Degree (P.G) College, Nagla Sikandar, Distt. Firozabad (Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar University, Agra)Teaching B.Sc. students
Aug. 2015 – Nov.2015 Research Associate
- New Era Research Foundation, Sikandra Agra ,Research theme: “Analysis of macro and micronutrients in soil and making of soil testing kit for farmers.”
Jan 2015 – June 2015 Project Fellow-UGC
- Department of Botany,Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh, Research theme: “Enhancing the production of anticancer alkaloids and physiological activities of periwinkle (Catharanthus roseus L.) using radiolytically degraded natural polysaccharides and methyl jasmonate.”
Academic Qualifications:
Dayalbagh Educational Institute, Agra |
2018
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Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh |
2015 |
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar University, Agra |
2009 |
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar University, Agra |
2007
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R.E.I. Intermediate College, Agra, U.P. Board, Allahabad |
2003
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G.I.C, Agra, U.P. Board, Allahabad |
2001
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PhD Thesis Details:
Main Area of Expertise:
Plant Physiology & Biochemistry
Area(s) of Research and Research Interests:
- Abiotic stress in Plants
- Biosynthesis of Secondary Metabolites in Medicinal & Aromatic Plants
- Mevalonic acid/ Mevalonate Pathway
- Mineral Nutrition
- Mechanism of Radiation Processed Polysaccharides (RPPs)
- Protected Cultivation (Smart Agriculture)
RESEARCH GUIDING EXPERIENCE:
Ph.D. STUDENTS WORKING UNDER MY SUPERVISION:
Sl. No. |
Research Scholar’s Name |
Topic of PhD Thesis |
Year |
1. |
Krishan Kant |
Effect of selected plant growth regulators on the performance of Damask rose (Rosa damascena Mill.) |
2022 |
2. |
Navneet Kaur |
Evaluation of the role of salicylic acid and calcium in improving drought. stress tolerance in Curcuma longa L. |
2022 |
3. |
Shalu Gupta |
Role of spermidine and nano calcium in the production of essential oil of Mentha piperita L. under salt stress |
2023 |
4. |
Mukta Satsangi |
Influence of post-harvest storage on the quality and stability of Withania somnifera (L.) Dunal and Ocimum sanctum L. |
2023 |
5. |
Parnika Jindal |
Effect of selected plant biostimulants and calcium on the performance of Foeniculum vulgare Mill. |
2023 |
M.Sc. Projects Guided:
Sl. No. |
Student’s Name |
Title of Dissertation |
Year |
1. |
Hemlata |
To investigate the photosynthetic efficiency in infected and non-infected crop of mung bean (Vigna radiata L.) |
2019 |
2. |
Indu Saraswat |
Study on some emerging plant hormones: A Review |
2020 |
3. |
Kiran Singh |
Response of silicon nanoparticles on Andrographis panniculata |
2021 |
4. |
Nandani Sharma |
Effect of triacontanol on growth and yield attributes of Wedalia trilobata L. |
2021 |
5. |
Princy Tyagi |
Role of triacontanol and silicon dioxide nanoparticles on growth, biochemical and yield attributes of Curcuma longa L. |
2021 |
6. |
Abhishek Sagar |
Effect of foliar application of spermidine in Andrographis paniculata (Nees.) under salinity stress. |
2022 |
7. |
Deepak Tyagi |
Effect of foliar application of nitric oxide in Curcuma longa L. under salinity stress |
2022 |
8. |
Monika Raghuvanshi |
Effect of Different Fractions of Depolymerized Sodium Alginate on Growth, Physiological, Biochemical and Yield Parameters of Mentha piperita L. |
2023 |
9. |
Ms. Shivani Jadaun |
Effect of foliar spray of calcium and nano-calcium on Kabuli chickpea (Cicer arietinum L.) performance. |
2024 |
List of completed and on-going projects:
Sl. No. |
Title of project |
Duration |
Total cost |
Funding Agency |
Status |
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From |
To |
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1 |
Proteome profile of Mentha piperita L. under the treatment of different fractions of gamma irradiated sodium alginate. |
April 2016 |
March 2018 |
Rs. 19.20 Lakh |
Science and Engineering Research Board-Department of Science and Technology, New Delhi |
Completed |
2. |
Understanding the mechanism of action of gamma-irradiated sodium alginate oligomers in enhancing secondary metabolites in Mentha piperita L. |
December 2021 |
November 2023 |
Rs. 10.00 Lakh |
University Grant Commission, New Delhi
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Completed
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3. |
“Multi-Skilled Innovation & Incubation Centres for Community Development” Atal Community Innovation Centre (ACIC) |
July 2022 |
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Rs. 725.00 Lakh |
Government of India NITI Aayog Atal Innovation Mission Sansad Marg, New Delhi & DEI, Agra |
In Process (Grant)
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Academic Staff College Orientation/Refresher Course/Faculty Development Programmes attended:
Sl. No. |
Name of the Course |
Place |
Duration |
Sponsoring Agency |
1. |
Guru Dakshta “Orientation Programme/Faculty Induction Programme” |
HRDC, University of Lucknow, Lucknow |
02.11.2020 - 29.11.2020
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UGC
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2. |
Refresher Course in Biotechnology |
HRDC, Kumaun University, Nainital |
03.03.2022 - 16 .03.2022 |
UGC |
3. |
Faculty Development Programme on Nurturing Faculty Expertise in Agricultural Research, Technology and Entrepreneurial Ventures. |
Amity University, Uttar Pradesh |
15.0x`1.2024 - 19.01.2024 |
Amity University |
Administrative Duties and Responsibilities at institute level
- Incharge, Botanical Garden, DEI
- Proctor, B.Sc. Agriculture & Applied Botany
- Coordinator - Core Course - Environmental Science (Science Faculty)
- Ex - Coordinator & Proctor, B.Voc Greenhouse Technology
- Ex - Coordinator Post Graduated & Research Scholar (Botany Department)
- Ex - Games Coordinator-Boys (Science Faculty)
Membership of Learned / Professional Societies:
- Life Member of Indian Society for Plant Physiology
- International Seed Testing Association (ISTA), Switzerland
- The International Eucalyptus Genome Network (EUCAGEN),South Africa
Editorial Board Member and Reviewer:Review Editor:
- Plant Abiotic Stress - Frontiers in Plant science
- Plant Growth Regulation – Springer
- South African Journal of Botany-Elsevier
Achievements/Awards/Fellowship:
- Atal Community Innovation Centre (ACIC) by NITI Aayog - 250 Lakh
- Awarded UGC-BSR START-UP GRANT – 10 Lakh
- Awarded Research Project (SERB-DST)-19.2 Lakh
- Post-Doctoral Fellowship by Science & Engineering Research Board (SERB), New Delhi
- UGC Fellowship during PhD Course (February 16, 2010 –February 15, 2015).
- Project Fellow under UGC-sponsored project
- Best Poster Award, In: National Seminar on “Trends and Advances in Plant Sciences”
- Master of Philosophy (Botany) Entrance Topper(Dr. B.R. Ambedkar University, Agra)
- Merit Scholarship
Invited Lecture/Talk:
- Water-Pollution Control of Yamuna River by Using Aquatic Macrophytes - A Feasible Management ProposalIn: National Seminar on Yamuna Water Pollution and Its Control Measures, March 30-31, 2014, R.B.S. College, Agra
- Demonstration of Soil Sampling Method and Analysis of Macronutrients in soil, In: St. John's College, Agra, October 2015
- Simple Talks–11 (an eco-educational talk series) Webinar on Biodiversity, Agriculture and Communities organized by CGBMT-School of Simple Living & Department of Botany, DEI, August 7, 2020
- Skilling Education & Entrepreneurship Initiatives for Inclusive Growth at the Dayalbagh Educational Institute, One day Conclave on Skill India (G20 S20) at IIT Mandi, Himachal Pradesh, June 25, 2023
Publication Details:
Research Papers:
1. Nadeem Hashmi, M. Masroor A. Khan, Moinuddin, Mohd Idrees, Zeba H. Khan, Akbar Ali, Lalit Varshney(2012)Depolymerised carrageenan ameliorates growth, physiological attributes, essential oil yield and active constituents of Foeniculum vulgare Mill. Carbohydrate Polymers 90: 407– 412 IF = 10.72 ISSN: 0144-8617, e-ISSN Number: 18791344, UGC.NO.: 5035
2. Akbar Ali,M. Masroor A. Khan, Moin Uddin, M. Naeem, Mohd Idrees, Nadeem Hashmi, Tariq Ahmad Dar, and Lalit Varshney (2014) Radiolytically Depolymerised Sodium Alginate Improves Physiological Activities, Yield Attributes and Composition of Essential Oil of Eucalyptus citriodora Hook. Carbohydrate Polymers 112: 134–144 IF= 10.72 ISSN: 0144-8617 e-ISSN: 18791344, UGC NO.: 5035
3. Moinuddin, Tariq Ahmad Dar, Sajad Hussain, Mohammad Idrees, M. Masroor Akhtar Khan, Mohammad Naeem and Akbar Ali (2014) Use of N and P biofertilizers together with phosphorus fertilizer Improves growth and physiological attributes of chickpea.In: Global Science Research Journals “Global Journal of Agriculture and Agricultural Sciences “2:168–174 ISSN: 2408-6886
4. Mohd. Idrees, Tariq A. Dar, M. Naeem, Tariq Aftab, M. Masroor A. Khan, Akbar Ali, Moin Uddin, and Lalit Varshney (2015) Effects of gamma-irradiated sodium alginate on lemongrass: field trials monitoring production of essential oil. Industrial Crops and Products 63:269 –275 IF = 6.449 ISSN: 0926-6690 e-ISSN: 1872633X, UGC.NO.: 20968
5. Tariq Ahmad Dar, Moin Uddin, M. Masroor A. Khan, Akbar Ali, Nadeem Hashmi and Mohd Idrees (2015) Cumulative effect of gibberellic acid and phosphorus on crop productivity, biochemical activities and trigonelline production in Trigonella foenum-graecum L. Cogent Food & Agriculture 1: 995950 http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/23311932.2014.995950ISSN: 2331-1932
6. Tariq Ahmad Dar, Moin Uddin, M. Masroor A. Khan, Akbar Ali, Sohail Rasool Mir and Lalit Varshney (2015) Effect of Co-60 gamma irradiated chitosan and phosphorus fertilizer on growth, yield and trigonelline content of Trigonella foenum-graecum L. Journal of Radiation Research and Applied Sciences 8:446 –458 IF = 1.733 ISSN: 1687-8507, UGC.NO.: 42989
7. M. Naeem, Tariq Aftab, Abid A. Ansari, Mohd Idrees, Akbar Ali, M. Masroor A. Khan, Moin Uddin and Lalit Varshney (2015) Radiolytically degraded sodium alginate enhances plant growth, physiological activities and alkaloids production in Catharanthus roseus L. Journal of Radiation Research and Applied Sciences 8: 606 –616 IF = 1.733 ISSN: 1687-8507, UGC.NO.: 42989
8. Tariq Ahmad Dar, Moin Uddin, M. Masroor A. Khan, Akbar Ali and Lalit Varshney (2016) Modulation of alkaloid content, growth and productivity of Trigonella foenum-graecum L. using irradiated sodium alginate in combination with soil applied phosphorus. Journal of Applied Research on Medicinal and Aromatic Plants 3: 200-210 IF = 3.90 ISSN: 2214-7861, UGC.NO.: 21439
9. M. Naeem, Tariq Aftab, Mohd. Idrees, Minu Singh, Akbar Ali, M. Masroor A. Khan, Moin Uddin and Lalit Varshney (2017) Modulation of physiological activities, active constituents and essential oil production of Mentha arvensis L. by concomitant application of depolymerised carrageenan, triacontanol and 28-homobrassinolide. Journal of Essential Oil Research 29:179–188 IF = 3.0 ISSN: 1041-2905, e-ISSN: 21638152, UGC. NO.: 7443
10. Akbar Ali, M. Masroor A. Khan, M. Naeem, Lalit Varshney and Prem Kumar Dantu (2018) Pre-Sowing Seed Treatment of Radiolytically Depolymerized Sodium Alginate Improves Seed Germination of Eucalyptus Citriodora Hook. International Journal of Natural Sciences and Research 01:46–68
11.Teg Bahadur Singh, Vikram Sahai, Akbar Ali, Mrinalini Prasad, Arti Yadav, Preksha Shrivastav, Deepika Goyal and Prem Kumar Dantu (2020) Screening and evaluation of PGPR strains having multiple PGPtraits from hilly terrain. Journal of Applied Biology & Biotechnology 08:38-44 ISSNOnline: 2347-212X, ISSN Print: 2455-7005
12.Teg Bahadur Singh, Vikram Sahai, Deepika Goyal, Mrinalini Prasad, Arti Yadav, Preksha Shrivastav, Akbar Ali and Prem Kumar Dantu (2020) Identiication, Characterization and Evaluation of Multifaceted Traits of Plant Growth Promoting Rhizobacteria from Soil for Sustainable Approach to Agriculture. Current Microbiology https://doi.org/10.1007/s00284-020-02165-2 IF = 2.6 Electronic ISSN 1432-0991, Print ISSN 0343-8651
13. Farhad Alam, Akbar Ali, Abid Ali Ansari, M Naeem, Tariq Aftab, M Masroor A Khan (2020) Employing silicon nanoparticles and GA3 in enhancing the productivity and biochemical attributes of sweet-leaf plant (Stevia rebaudiana Bert.) International Journal of Botany Studies 05: 383-387 ISSN: 2455-541X
14. Akbar Ali, M Masroor A Khan, M Naeem, Abid Ali Ansari (2021) Pre-sowing seed treatment of carrageenan oligomers promotes seed germination of Eucalyptus citriodora Hook. International Journal of Botany Studies 06: 938-943 ISSN: 2455-541X
15.Krishan Kant, Shalu Gupta, Navneet Kaur, Parnika Jindal and Akbar Ali (2025) Effect of aloe vera extract on the cultivation practices of Rosa damascena Mill. Environment and Ecology 43 (1A) : 239—244 ISSN 0970-0420
Review Articles Published:
1. Krishan Kant, Shalu Gupta, Navneet Kaur, Parnika Jindal, and Akbar Ali (2023)Novel foliar approaches enhancing active constituents, flower yield and essential oil content in Damask rose (Rosa damascena Mill.): a review. Journal of Plant Nutrition 46: (18) 4532–4558 IF = 2.2 Print ISSN: 0190-4167 Online ISSN: 1532-4087
2. Shalu Gupta, Navneet Kaur, Krishan Kant, Parnika Jindal, Akbar Ali and M. Naeem (2023) Calcium: A master regulator of stress tolerance in Plants. South African Journal of Botany 163: 580–594 IF = 3.1Online ISSN: 1727-9321Print ISSN: 0254-6299
3. Akbar Ali, Krishan Kant, Navneet Kaur, Shalu Gupta, Parnika Jindal, Sarvajeet Singh Gill and M. Naeem (2024) Salicylic acid: Homeostasis, signalling and phytohormone crosstalk in plants under environmental challenges. South African Journal of Botany 169:314–335 IF = 3.1 Online ISSN: 1727-9321Print ISSN: 0254-6299
4. Shalu Gupta, Krishan Kant, Navneet Kaur, Parnika Jindal, M. Naeem, M. Nasir Khan andAkbar Ali (2024) Polyamines: Rising stars against metal and metalloid toxicity. Plant Physiology and Biochemistry 215:109030 doi: 10.1016/j.plaphy.2024.109030. IF = 6.1 Print ISSN: 0981-9428 Online ISSN: 1873-2690
5. Parnika Jindal, Krishan Kant, Navneet Kaur, Shalu Gupta, M. Naeem and Akbar Ali (2024) Melatonin: A Journey through Discovery, Biosynthesis, and Phytohormones Crosstalk in the Fields of Abiotic Stress and Agriculture. Environmental and Experimental Botany 226: 105942 IF = 4.5 Online ISSN: 1873-7307 Linking ISSN: 0098-8472
6. Shalu Gupta, Krishan Kant, Navneet Kaur, Parnika Jindal, Akbar Ali and M. Naeem (2025) Nano-calcium applications in modern agriculture: A review. Plant Nano Biology 12: 100147 IF = 4.3 Online ISSN: 2773-1111
Book Chapters Published:
1. Akbar Ali(2012). The Potential Medicinal Aspects of Eucalyptus Genus In: “Conservation, Cultivation and Sustainable Utilization of Medicinal and Herbal Plants (Edit by, Dr. K.P. Singh) S.R. Scientific Publications, Agra, India. PP 61-67, ISBN 978-8188805-29-7
2. Tariq Ahmad Dar, Moinuddin, Nadeem Hashmi, Mohd Idrees and Akbar Ali (2013). Recent Trends in Jasmonate Signaling Pathway In: “Plant signaling: Understanding the molecular crosstalk” (Eds, Khalid RH, Reiaz R and Inayatullah T.) Springer New Delhi Heidelberg New York Dordrecht London. PP 277. ISBN 978-81-322-1541-7
3. Mohd. Idrees, Israr Ul Hassan, M Naeem, Akbar Ali, Tariq Aftab and M Masroor A Khan (2017) The Accumulation and Degradation of Alkaloides in Catharanthus roseus supported by various external Agemts under different environmental conditions In: Catharanthus roseus - Current Research and Future Prospects. M. Naeem, Tariq Aftab, M. Masroor A. Khan (Eds), Springer International Publishing AG, Switzerland. PP 321-330, ISBN 978-3-319-51620-2
4. Asfia Shabbir, Akbar Ali, Yawar Sadiq, Hassan Jaleel, Bilal Ahmad, M Naeem, M Masroor A Khan and Moinuddin (2017) Unraveling the cumulative effect of soil applied radiation-processed sodium alginate and polyacrylamide on growth attributes, physiological activities and alkaloids production in Periwinkle [Catharanthus roseus (l.) G.Don] In: Catharanthus roseus - Current Research and Future Prospects. M. Naeem, Tariq Aftab, M. Masroor A. Khan (Eds), Springer International Publishing AG, Switzerland. PP 365-382, ISBN 978-3-319-51620-2
5. Akbar Ali,M. Masroor A. Khan, M Naeem, M Idrees, TA Dar, Moinuddin, PK Dantu and TB Singh (2017). Nutrient uptake, removal and cycling in Eucalyptus species. In: Essential Plant Nutrients: Uptake, Use Efficiency and Management. Naeem, M, Ansari AA, Gill SS (Eds.). Springer International Publishing AG, Switzerland. PP 37-46, ISBN 978-3-319-58840-7
6. Tariq Ahmad Dar, Moin Uddin, Akbar Ali, M. Masroor A. Khan, and Tanvir ul Hassan Dar (2017). Understanding the dynamics of phosphorus starvation and plant growth. In: Essential Plant Nutrients: Uptake, Use Efficiency and Management. Naeem, M, Ansari AA, Gill SS (Eds.). Springer International Publishing AG, Switzerland. PP 147-154, ISBN 978-3-319-58840-7
7. M. Naeem, AA Ansari, Tariq Aftab, M. Idrees, Akbar Ali, M. Masroor A. Khan (2017). Regulatory role of mineral nutrients in nurturing of medicinal legumes under salt stress. In: Essential Plant Nutrients: Uptake, Use Efficiency, and Management. Naeem, M, Ansari AA, Gill SS (Eds.). Springer International Publishing AG, Switzerland. PP 309-334, ISBN 978-3-319-58840-7
8. Preksha Shrivastav, Mrinalini Prasad, Teg Bahadur Singh, Arti Yadav, Deepika Goyal, Akbar Ali and Prem Kumar Dantu (2020). Role of Nutrients in Plant Growth and Development. In: Contaminants in Agriculture: Sources, Impacts and Management. Naeem, M, Ansari AA, Gill SS (Eds.). Springer International Publishing AG, Switzerland. PP 43-60, ISBN 978-3-030-41551-8
9. Teg Bahadur Singh, Akbar Ali, Mrinalini Prasad, Arti Yadav, Preksha Shrivastav, Deepika Goyal and
Prem Kumar Dantu (2020). Role of Organic Fertilizers in Improving Soil Fertility. In: Contaminants in Agriculture: Sources, Impacts and Management. Naeem, M, Ansari AA, Gill SS (Eds.). Springer International Publishing AG, Switzerland. PP 61-78, ISBN 978-3-030-41551-8
10. Deepika Goyal, Arti Yadav, Mrinalini Prasad, Teg Bahadur Singh, Preksha Shrivastav, Akbar Ali, Prem Kumar Dantu and Sushma Mishra (2020). Effect of Heavy Metals on Plant Growth: An Overview In: Contaminants in Agriculture: Sources, Impacts and Management. Naeem, M, Ansari AA, Gill SS (Eds.). Springer International Publishing AG, Switzerland. PP 361-384, ISBN 978-3-030-41551-8
11. Mrinalini Prasad, Rajiv Ranjan, Akbar Ali, Deepika Goyal, Arti Yadav, Teg Bahadur Singh, Preksha Shrivastav and Prem Kumar Dantu (2020). Efficient Transformation of Agricultural Waste in India. In: Contaminants in Agriculture: Sources, Impacts and Management. Naeem, M, Ansari AA, Gill SS (Eds.). Springer International Publishing AG, Switzerland. PP 271-288, ISBN 978-3-030-41551-8
12. Arti Yadav, Deepika Goyal, Mrinalini Prasad, Teg Bahadur Singh, Preksha Shrivastav, Akbar Ali and Prem Kumar Dantu (2020). Bioremediation of Toxic Pollutants: Features, Strategies, and Applications. In: Contaminants in Agriculture: Sources, Impacts and Management. Naeem, M, Ansari AA, Gill SS (Eds.). Springer International Publishing AG, Switzerland. PP 361-384, ISBN 978-3-030-41551-8
13. Akbar Ali, M. Naeem, M. Idrees, Tariq Aftab, M. Masroor A. Khan, and Prem Kumar Dantu (2022). Effect of presowing treatment of Co-60 gamma-irradiated chitosan on seed germination and seedling vigor in Eucalyptus citriodora Hook. In: Radiation-Processed Polysaccharides-Emerging Roles in Agriculture, Naeem, M, Aftab T, Khan MMA (Eds.). Academic Press an imprint of Elsevier, USA. PP 321-337, ISBN: 978-0-323-85672-0
14. Akbar Ali, Krishan Kant, Shalu Gupta, Navneet Kaur and M. Naeem (2024) Enhancing nutritional and antidiabetic properties of Stevia rebaudiana Bert. - A Sweet-leaf plant through various scientific approaches. In: Anti-Diabetic Medicinal Plants: Applications and Opportunities, M. Naeem and Tariq Aftab (Eds.). Springer International Publishing AG, Switzerland. PP 229-253, Paperback ISBN: 9780323957199 eBook ISBN: 9780323957205
15.Niharika, Mukta Satsangi, Shahid Umar, Akbar Ali, Bushra Parveen & Sayeed Ahmad (2024) Unveiling Plant-Based Healing Wisdom Through Ethnobotany and Medicinal Ethnopharmacology. In: Nandave, M., Joshi, R., Upadhyay, J. (eds) Ethnopharmacology and OMICS Advances in Medicinal Plants Volume 1. Springer, Singapore. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-97-2367-6_8 Print ISBN 978-981-97-2366-9, Online ISBN 978-981-97-2367-6
16.Shalu Gupta, Krishan Kant, Navneet Kaur, Parnika Jindal,Mukta Satsangi, Akbar Ali and M. Naeem (2025) Peppermint (Mentha piperita L.): A menthol-producing crop. Essential Oil-Bearing Plants-Agro-techniques, Phytochemicals and Healthcare Applications Editors: M. Naeem, M. Masroor A. Khan, Academic Press, PP 63-73, Paperback ISBN: 9780443248603, eBook ISBN: 9780443248627
17.Mukta Satsangi, Krishan Kant, Shalu Gupta, Navneet Kaur, Parnika Jindal, Sayeed Ahmad, Akbar Ali and M. Naeem (2025) Therapeutic potential of Eucalyptus species. Essential Oil-Bearing Plants Agro-techniques, Phytochemicals and Healthcare Applications Editors: M. Naeem, M. Masroor A. Khan, Academic Press, PP 283-301, Paperback ISBN: 9780443248603, eBook ISBN: 9780443248627
18.Shalu Gupta, Krishan Kant, Navneet Kaur, Parnika Jindal, Mukta Satsangi, Akbar Ali and M. Naeem (2025) Peppermint (Mentha piperita L.): Genus Mentha: Exploring volatile oil composition and healthcare applications. Essential Oil-Bearing Plants-Agro-techniques, Phytochemicals and Healthcare Applications Editors: M. Naeem, M. Masroor A. Khan, Academic Press, PP 303-319, Paperback ISBN: 9780443248603, eBook ISBN: 9780443248627
19. Navneet Kaur, Krishan Kant, Shalu Gupta, Parnika Jindal, Akbar Ali and M. Naeem (2025) Moringa Leaf Extract in Crop Improvement: Current Status and Future Prospects In:Botanical Extracts and Their Phytochemicals Potentiality in the Development of Sustainable Agriculture Editors: Mahesh R. Ghule,M. Naeem, Iffat Zareen Ahmad (Eds.). Apple Academic Press, Inc., Florida 32905 USA, ISBN: 9781998511129 (In Press)
Abstract Presented/Poster in Conferences / Symposia / Seminars:
1. Akbar Ali,M. Masroor A. Khan, Mohd Idrees, M. Naeem, Masidur Alam, Nadeem Hashmi, Moinuddin and Lalit Varshney (2012). Promotive effect of gamma irradiated sodium alginate on seed germination ofEucalyptus (Eucalyptus citriodora Hook.)In: National Seminar on Conservation, Cultivation and Sustainable Utilization of Medicinal and Herbal Plants, February 25-26, 2012, R.B.S. College, Agra
2. Akbar Ali, M. Masroor A. Khan, Mohd Idrees, M. Naeem, Masidur Alam, Nadeem Hashmi, Moinuddin and Lalit Varshney (2012). Promotive effect of gamma irradiated chitosan on seed germination ofEucalyptus (Eucalyptus citriodora Hook.) In: National Symposium on “Plant Cell, Tissue and Organ Culture: Emerging Trends”. March 10-11, 2012, AMU, Aligarh
3. Akbar Ali,M. Masroor A. Khan, Mohd Idrees, M. Naeem, Masidur Alam, Nadeem Hashmi, Moinuddin and Lalit Varshney (2012). Effect of gamma irradiated carrageenan of pre-sowing treatment on seed germination and seedling vigour in Eucalyptus citriodora, a high value medicinal plant. In: National Seminar on Medicinal Plants Research in India, March 16-17, 2012, Jamia Hamdard, New Delhi
4. Tariq A. Dar, Moinuddin, M. Masroor A. Khan, Akbar Ali, Nadeem Hashmi and Masidur Alam (2012). Effect of levels of gibberellic acid and phosphorus on growth, enzymatic activities and yield of fenugreek (Trigonella foenum-graecum L.) In: National Seminar of Plant Physiology on “Physiological and Molecular Approaches for Development of Climate Resilient Crops”. December 12-14, 2012, Department of Crop Physiology, College of Agriculture, Acharya N G Ranga Agricultural University, Rajendranagar, Hyderabad
5. Tariq Ahmad Dar, Moin Uddin, M. Masroor A. Khan, Akbar Aliand Nadeem Hashmi (2013). Application of irradiated sodium alginate alone and in combination with phosphorus enhances growth, enzymatic activities and yield of fenugreek (Trigonella foenum-graecum L.) In: National Seminar on “Trends and Advances in Plant Sciences”. September 21-22, 2013, Department of Botany, Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh
6. Moinuddin, S. Hussain, M. M. A. Khan, M. Naeem, M. Idrees, N. Hashmi, A. Ali,T. A. Dar and F. Rasheed (2013). Graded Levels of Phosphorus Applied with N and P Biofertilizers Improve Growth and Physiological Attributes of Chickpea (Cicer arietinum L.)In: National Seminar on “Trends and Advances in Plant Sciences”. September 21-22, 2013, Department of Botany, Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh
7. Moinuddin, S. Hussain, M. M. A. Khan, M. Naeem, M. Idrees, N. Hashmi, A. Ali,T. A. Dar and F. Rasheed (2013). Use of N and P biofertilizers reduces inorganic phosphorus application and increases nutrient uptake, yield and seed quality of chickpea (Cicer arietinum L.)In: National Seminar on “Trends and Advances in Plant Sciences”. September 21-22, 2013, Department of Botany, Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh
8. M. Masroor. A. Khan, Akbar Ali,Farhad Alam, Tariq A. Dar, M. Naeem and Moinuddin (2013). GA3 and Silicon Nanoparticles increase the productivity of sweet-leaf plant (Stevia rebaudiana Bert.)In: National Seminar on “Trends and Advances in Plant Sciences”. September 21-22, 2013, Department of Botany, Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh
9. Daraksha Khanam, Firoz Mohammad, M. Masroor. A. Khan, Zeba h. Khan and Akbar Ali,(2013). Effect of kinetin and polyacrylamide application on the performance of Palmarosa (Cymbopogon martini (Roxb.) wats.)In: National Seminar on “Trends and Advances in Plant Sciences”. September 21-22, 2013, Department of Botany, Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh
10.M. Masroor. A. Khan, Amina Firdaus, Firoz Mohammad, Akbar Ali,M. Masidur Alam, M. Naeem and Moinuddin (2013). Methyl jasmonate and silicon Nanoparticles Enhance the Growth Attributes, Biochemical and Physiological Parameters and production of Alkaloids in Periwinkle (Catharanthus roseus (L.) G. Don)In: National Seminar on “Trends and Advances in Plant Sciences”. September 21-22, 2013, Department of Botany, Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh
11.Asfia shabbir, Firoz Mohammad, M. Masroor. A. Khan, Akbar Ali,M. Masidur Alam, M. Naeem, Moinuddin and Lalit Varshney (2013). Augmenting Growth, Biochemical and Physiological attributes and Alkaloid production in Periwinkle (Catharanthus roseus (L.) G. Don) through Soil-applied Radiation Processed Sodium Alginate and polyacrylamide In: National Seminar on “Trends and Advances in Plant Sciences”. September 21-22, 2013, Department of Botany, Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh
12. M. Masroor A. Khan, Akbar Ali,Mohd Moinuddin and Lalit Varshney (2014)Improving Yield and the Composition of Essential Oil of Eucalyptus citriodora Hook. Employing Radiation Processed Sodium Alginate.In: National Symposium on "Recent Advances in Free Radical Biology and Biochemistry" March 6, 2014, Department of Biochemistry, Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh
13.M. Masroor A. Khan, Farhad Alam, Akbar Ali,Tariq A. Dar, M. Naeem and Moin Uddin (2014) Employing Silicon Nanoparticles and GA3 in Increasing the Productivity of Sweet-Leaf Plant (Stevia rebaudiana Bert.) - A Sugar Substitute In: ‘ALIGARH NANO-IV International 2014’ an International Conference on Nanoscience and Nanotechnology. March 08-10, 2014, Department of Applied Physics, Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh
14.Akbar Ali,M. Masroor A. Khan, Moin Uddin Mohd Idrees and M. Naeem (2014). Water-Pollution Control of Yamuna River by Using Aquatic Macrophytes - A Feasible Management ProposalIn: National Seminar on Yamuna Water Pollution and Its Control Measures, March 30-31, 2014, R.B.S. College, Agra
15.M. Masroor A. Khan, Moinuddin, Bilal Bhat, Akbar Aliand Lalit Varshney (2014). Radiation processed chitosan and gibberellic acid improve growth, biochemical characteristics and the content and composition of essential oil in Mentha piperita L. The 29th International Horticultural Congress-2014, August 15-22, 2014, Brisbane, Australia.
16.Tariq Ahmad Dar, Moin Uddin, M. Masroor A. Khan, Akbar Ali, Faisal Rasheed, and Suhail Rasool Mir (2014) Application of irradiated chitosan alone and in combination with phosphorus enhances physiological activities, trigonelline content and yield of fenugreek (Trigonella foenum-graecum L). 37th All India Conference of The Indian Botanical Society November 07-09, 2014 organised by V.G.Vaze College, Mumbai, India
17.M. Naeem, M. Masroor A. Khan, Tariq Aftab, Akbar Aliand Moin Uddin (2015). Modulation of physiological activities, active constituents and essential oil production of Mentha arvensis L. using depolymerised Carrageenan, Triacontanol and 28- Homobrassinolide.In: International conference on Environment and Ecology (ICEE). March 02-05, 2015, Science city, Kolkata
18.Akbar Ali,M. Masroor A. Khan, M. Naeem and Moinuddin (2015). Use of Irradiated sewage sludge in Agriculture.In: National Seminar on New Frontiers in Organic Farming for Sustainable Development of Indian Agriculture. March 14-15, 2015, Department of Botany, R.B.S. College, Agra
19.Asfia Shabbir, M. Masroor A. Khan and Akbar Ali(2015). Augmenting growth, biochemical and physiological attributes and essential oil production of Vetiveria zizanoides (L.) Nash by amending soil with polyacrylamide (PAM).In: National Seminar on New Frontiers in Organic Farming for Sustainable Development of Indian Agriculture. March 14-15, 2015, Department of Botany, R.B.S. College, Agra
20.Moin Uddin, M. Masroor A. Khan, Akbar Ali,Faisal Rasheed, Tariq Ahmad Dar, Tariq Aftab, M. Naeem, Mohd Idrees, and Suhail Rasool Mir (2015). Gamma-irradiated Sodium Alginate mediates changes in growth, physiological activities and alkaloid production of Catharanthus roseus (L.) G. DonIn: International conference on Medicinal Plants: Resource for affordable new generation healthcare, March 20-22, 2015, CSIR-Central Institute of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants, Lucknow
21.Hassan Jaleel, M. Masroor A. Khan, Nadeem Hashmi, Akbar Ali,Mu. Naeem and Lalit Varshney. Radiation processed Sodium Alginate ameliorates physiological and biochemical activities and essential oil production in Mentha arvensis L. (2015).In: International conference on Medicinal Plants: Resource for affordable new generation healthcare, March 20-22, 2015, CSIR-Central Institute of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants, Lucknow
22.Arshiya Akeel,Akbar Ali andM. Masroor A. Khan (2015). Use of irradiated Carrageenan, a marine polysachharide, in enhancing the alkaloid production in Catharanthus roseus(L.) G. Don In: International conference on Medicinal Plants: Resource for affordable new generation healthcare, March 20-22, 2015, CSIR-Central Institute of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants, Lucknow
23.Akbar Ali,M. Masroor A. Khan, Moin Uddin, M. Naeem, Minu Singh and Lalit Varshney (2015). Ameliorating yield and the composition of essential oil of Eucalyptus citriodora Hook. Using radiolytically depolymerised Carrageenan. In: International conference on Medicinal Plants: Resource for affordable new generation healthcare, March 20-22, 2015, CSIR-Central Institute of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants, Lucknow
24.Tariq Ahmad Dar, Moin Uddin, M. Masroor A. Khan, Akbar Ali,Suhail Rasool Mir and Faisal Rasheed (2015). Foliar application of kinetin applied with phosphorus enhances the vegetative growth, biochemical attributes and trigonelline content of Trigonella foenum-graecum L. In: International conference on Medicinal Plants: Resource for affordable new generation healthcare, March 20-22, 2015, CSIR-Central Institute of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants, Lucknow.
25. Akbar Ali,Prem Kumar Dantu, M. Masroor A. Khan, M. Naeem, Moin Uddin and Lalit Varshney (2016).Radiation Processed Carrageenan Enhances Essential Oil Yield and the Active constituents of Eucalyptus citriodora Hook. In: National Conference of Plant Physiology-2016: Challenges in crop Physiology Research: from Molecular to Whole Plant, December 08-10, 2016, organized by Department of Crop Physiology, University of Agricultural Sciences, Bangaluru and Indian Society for Plant Physiology, New Delhi
26. Akbar Ali,Prem Kumar Dantu and Teg Bhadur Singh (2017). Role of Agricultural Biotechnology for Rural Development: An Ultimate Approach. In: National Seminar on Role of Biotechnology in Sustainable Agriculture and Rural Development. March 04-05, 2017, Department of Botany, R.B.S. College, Agra
27. Akbar Ali, Prem Kumar Dantu, M. Masroor A. Khan & M. Naeem (2019). Effect of Gamma Irradiated Sodium Alginate on Essential Oil Content, Yield and Composition of Mentha piperita L. In: National Conference on Bioprospecting and Bioactive Compounds from Microbes and Plants March 28-29, 2019, Department of Botany, DEI, Agra
28.Krishan Kant, Shalu Gupta, Navneet Kaur, Akbar Ali (2022). Cultivation of Damask rose (Rosa damascena Mill.) and oil extraction In: UGC-SAP sponsored National Seminar-cum webinar on “Frontier Areas of Plant, Microbe and Environment Research” March 24, 2022, Department of Botany, DEI, Agra
29.Princy Tyagi, Shalu Gupta, Krishan Kant and Akbar Ali (2022). Effect of foliar spray of triacontanol and silicon dioxide on the growth and yield attributes of Turmeric (Curcuma longa L.) In: National Seminar on Environmental issues and Sustainable development Under the auspices of National Academy of Science, India (NASI) Rajasthan Chapter.March 26, 2022which was organized by the department of chemistry, S.S. Jain Subodh College of Global Excellence, Jaipur
30.Mukta Satsangi, Akbar Aliand Sayeed Ahmad (2023)Unravelling post-harvest quality of fruits using metabolomics. In: International Conference on Food and Nutritional Security & 5th International Plant Physiology Congress & 44th Annual Meeting of Plant Tissue Culture Association (India), January 6-9, 2023; NABI-CIAB, Mohali, India
31.Abhishek Sagar, Shalu Gupta, Krishan Kant, Navneet Kaur, Parnika Jindal and Akbar Ali (2023) Foliar application of spermidine confers salt stress resilience in Andrographis paniculata Nees. In: International Conference on “Global Approaches in Agriculture and Allied Sciences for Sustainability, Food Security and Livelihood” (GAASFSL-2023), 21st -23rd January 2023, at Agra College, Agra
32.Deepak Tyagi, Navneet Kaur, Krishan Kant, Shalu Gupta, Parnika Jindal and Akbar Ali (2023)Effect of foliar application of nitric oxide in Curcuma longa L. under salinity stress. In: International Conference on “Global Approaches in Agriculture and Allied Sciences for Sustainability, Food Security and Livelihood” (GAASFSL-2023), 21st -23rd January 2023, at Agra College, Agra
33.Krishan Kant, Shalu Gupta, Navneet Kaur, Parnika Jindal and Akbar Ali (2023)Effect of aloe vera extract on the cultivation practices of Rosa damascena Mill. (Damask rose). In: International Conference on “Global Approaches in Agriculture and Allied Sciences for Sustainability, Food Security and Livelihood” (GAASFSL-2023), 21st -23rd January 2023, at Agra College, Agra
34.Shalu Gupta, Krishan Kant, Navneet Kaur, Parnika Jindal and Akbar Ali(2024) Peppermint, Elevated: Turbocharging Active Compounds with Polyamines. In: National Seminar on “Good Agricultural Practices of Selected Medicinal Plants, 16-18, November 2024, Department of Botany, Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh
35.Krishan Kant, Shalu Gupta, Navneet Kaur, Parnika Jindal and Akbar Ali(2024) Boosting Yield attributes and Vitality in Damask Rose employing Plant Growth Regulators. In: National Seminar on “Good Agricultural Practices of Selected Medicinal Plants, 16-18, November 2024, Department of Botany, Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh
36.Parnika Jindal, Krishan Kant, Navneet Kaur, Shalu Gupta and Akbar Ali(2024) Calcium Foliar Application: Driving Superior Performance in Fennel Cultivation In: National Seminar on “Good Agricultural Practices of Selected Medicinal Plants, 16-18, November 2024, Department of Botany, Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh
Participation in Exhibitions and Industrial Meets:
- One day meet under Indo-Japan Joint Trilateral Collaboration (Aquatec Co. Ltd., Japan, New Era Research Foundation, Agra and Biolink Overseas Co. Agra (U.P.) on “Application of Water Ceramic Technology for Inorganic Surface Reinforcement for building Materials” organized on April 14, 2015 at Amar Hotel, Agra.
Workshops/Training Programmes:
- Short Term training programme in the Aligarh Summer University Lectures on “Origin of Genetic Engineering” lecture proposed by Prof. Asad Ahmad, organized by Department of Botany, Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh from October 5-8, 2011.
- Scientific Manuscript Writing and References Management Workshop byDr. Manoj Sharma & Rita Sharma, organized by Department of Crop Physiology, University of Agricultural Sciences, Bengaluru and Indian Society for Plant Physiology, New Delhi from December 08-10, 2016.
- One Day Online Workshop on “Enhancing Research Communication Skills through Science Direct and Mendeley”. May 3rd, 2020, organized by the Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) and School of Education (SoE), Faculty of Education, Dayalbagh Educational Institute, Dayalbagh Agra.
- One day online workshop on “Interactive Teaching and Experiential Learning using MATLAB and Simulink” delivered by MathWorks Expert. May 13, 2020, organized by the State Project Implementation Unit – Uttar Pradesh
- One Day Online Training onHigh Performance Thin Layer Chromatography Instrumentation and Applications. May 22, 2020, jointly organized byAnchrom Enterprises (I) Pvt. Ltd., MumbaiandUniversity of Rajasthan, Jaipur
- One-week Internationalonline training on Recent Physio-Molecular Digital Tools in Abiotic Stress Management for Crop Modeling organized by Centre for Advance Agricultural Science and Technology (CAAST), Centre of Excellence for Digital Farming Solutions for Enhancing Productivity by Robots, Drones and AGVs, VNMKV, Parbhani (MS) under National Agricultural Higher Education Project (NAHEP) of Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), New Delhi and World Bank during June 29 - July 3, 2020.
- Training-cum-workshop"FDP - AMU Online Teachers Training” organized by Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh from July 28-29, 2020.
- One day online workshop on “Intellectual Property Commercialisation” onJanuary 21, 2023, Organized by Turnip Innovations Pvt. Ltd. Kolkata, India.
- Training-cum- online workshop on “Go – Gas Chromatography” Webinar Series From October 04th – 06th, 2023 by Agilent Technologies, India
- Training-cum- online workshop on “Helium Conservation and Alternatives” on November 28th 2023 by Agilent Technologies, India
- Training-cum- online workshop on “Excellence Lab” Webinar Series From December 05th – 12th, 2023 by Agilent Technologies, India
- Training-cum- online workshop on “Managing Nitrosamine Impurities” on January 18th 2024 by Agilent Technologies, India
- One day online webinar on “World IP Day Webinar 2024” on April 26, 2024, Organized by Turnip Innovations Pvt. Ltd. Kolkata, India.
- International Agriculture Certificate Course-Cum-Training Programon Prime Minister & Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers' Welfare Sponsored Agriculture Scheme & Indian Agriculture Vision- 2050 From April 1st – 30th, 2024 by Hindustan Krishi Anusandhan Bhawan, NH- 24, Delhi Road, Moradabad (UP) 244001, India
Conference/Symposia / Seminars:Attended
1. National Symposium on “Current Trends in Biochemical, Biomedical and Environmental Sciences”. February 22, 2011, AMU, Aligarh
2.National Seminar on “Conservation, Cultivation and Utilization of Medicinal Plants”. February 26-27, 2011, R.B.S. College, Agra
3. National Seminar on “Conservation, Cultivation and Sustainable Utilization of Medicinal and Herbal Plants”. February 25-26, 2012, R.B.S. College, Agra
4. National Symposium on “Plant Cell, Tissue and Organ Culture: Emerging Trends”. March 10-11, 2012, AMU, Aligarh
5. National Seminar on “Trends and Advances in Plant Sciences”. September 21-22, 2013 Department of Botany, Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh
6. National Seminar on “Yamuna Water Pollution and Its Control Measures”. March 30-31, 2014, R.B.S. College, Agra
7. International conference on “Environment and Ecology” (ICEE). March 02-05, 2015, Science city, Kolkata
8. National Seminar on “New Frontiers in Organic Farming for Sustainable Development of Indian Agriculture”. March 14-15, 2015, Department of Botany, R.B.S. College, Agra
9. National Conference of Plant Physiology-2016: Challenges in crop Physiology Research: from Molecular to Whole Plant, December 08-10, 2016, organized by Department of Crop Physiology, University of Agricultural Sciences, Bangaluru & Indian Society for Plant Physiology, New Delhi
10. National Seminar on “Role of Biotechnology in Sustainable Agriculture and Rural Development”. March 04-05, 2017, Department of Botany, R.B.S. College, Agra
11. National Conference on Bioprospecting and Bioactive Compounds from Microbes and Plants. March 28-29, 2019, Department of Botany, DEI, Agra
12.National Conference on Waste Nothing- A circular Economy Perspective. December 20-21, 2019, Department of USIC, DEI, Agra
13.One day webinar on Climate, Health and Sustainability. June 04, 2020, Department of chemistry, DEI, Agra
14.National Conference on Bioprospecting and bioactive compounds from microbes and plants. March 24, 2021, Department of Botany, DEI, Agra
15.UGC-SAP sponsored National Seminar-cum webinar on “Frontier Areas of Plant, Microbe and Environment Research” March 24, 2022, Department of Botany, DEI, Agra