Indian Journal of Microbiology - Special Issue 2024: Recent Advancement in Microbial Bioprospection toward Sustainable Developmental Goals
In recent times, microbial bioprospection has taken significant steps towards addressing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) outlined by the United Nations. These encompass a wide spectrum of critical global objectives including poverty reduction, healthcare improvement, food security, access to clean water, climate mitigation, and preservation of biodiversity. The potential of this field including the recent advances in pharmaceuticals and biofuels, as well as its applications in agriculture and environmental remediation, has gathered lot of attention and importance in light of the challenges posed by climate change, resource depletion, and emerging diseases. Our forthcoming special issue, titled "Advancements in Microbial Bioprospection for Sustainable Developmental Goals," seeks to bring together experts from around the world and will showcase pioneering research, applications directly relevant to the SDGs, interdisciplinary collaboration, discussions on ethical considerations, and assessments of economic and societal impacts. Our goal is to foster innovation and make a meaningful contribution to a sustainable and resilient future in our pursuit of the SDGs.
The Special Issue focus on UN's SDG 2, 3, 14 & 15
Submissions: By invitation only for ICMBSDG-2023 participants
Opening date: November 15, 2023
Closing date: March 31, 2024
Guest Editors:
Dr. Ashish Vyas is a Professor and Head at Department of Microbiology and Biochemistry, School of Bioengineering & Biosciences, Lovely Professional University, Phagwara, Punjab, India. He earned a Ph.D. from Dr. Harisingh Gour University (A Central University) in India. His research interests include Microbial enzymes, Mycology, Industrial microbiology and environmental microbiology. He works as an editorial member and reviewer for several major periodicals. He has authored more than 55 articles (IF: 30+; Citations: 400+; H Index 9). He has edited 2 books with Springer and Elsevier and contributed several chapters for prestigious publishers. He is a member of various professional bodies and is actively involved in the planning of conferences and workshops. Dr Vyas is Secretary of Institutional Biosafety Committee, LPU and Association of Microbiologists of India-LPU Unit.
Prof. Joginder Singh is presently working as Professor at the Department of Botany, Nagaland University, India. Previously, he has worked as Young Scientist at Microbial Biotechnology and Biofertilizer Laboratory, Department of Botany, Jai Narain Vyas University in Department of Science and Technology, Govt. of India. He is an active member of various scientific societies and organizations including, Association of Microbiologists of India, Indian Society of Salinity Research Scientists, Indian Society for Radiation Biology, and European Federation of Biotechnology. He has more than 200 research and review articles in the peer-reviewed journals (IF: 400+; Citations: 6000+; H Index 35), edited 25 books published by Elsevier Science Publishing, Springer International Publishing and authored/co-authored 100 chapters in edited books. He serves as a reviewer for many prestigious journals, including Current Research in Engineering, Science and Technology, Journal of Cleaner Production, Science of the Total Environment, Environmental Monitoring and Assessment, Pedosphere, Soil and Sediment Contamination, Symbiosis, International Journal of Phytoremediation, Ecotoxicology and Environmental Safety, Annals of Agricultural Sciences, Annals of the Brazilian Academy of Sciences and many more. Dr. Singh attended several International and National Seminars, Symposia, Conferences and chaired technical sessions and presented papers in them.
Dr. Gaurav Kumar is currently an Associate Professor at Lovely Professional University's School of Bioengineering and Biosciences in Punjab, India. He received his doctorate from VIT University in Tamil Nadu, India. His scientific interests include Medical Microbiology, Herbal Medicine, Natural Products from the Sea, and Nanotechnology. He is an editorial member and reviewer for a number of major magazines. He has written over 112 articles (IF: 80+; Citations: 4240+; H Index 32). He has edited 2 books with Springer and Bentham and contributed chapters to prestigious publishing houses. He is a member of various professional organizations and is actively involved in the organization of conferences and workshops.
Dr. Shamsher S. Kanwar is currently serving as a Professor in the Department of Biotechnology at Himachal Pradesh University, Shimla, India. He completed his doctoral studies in viral immunology at PGIMER, Chandigarh, India. Dr. Kanwar boasts an impressive publication record, with 240 articles and research papers published in both international and national peer[1]reviewed journals. Furthermore, he has filed six patents in India. His expertise spans various domains, including Bioinformatics, Protein Chemistry, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Biocatalysis & Biotransformations, Cytotoxic Assays, and Drug Discovery. Dr. Kanwar is a sought-after resource person and speaker, frequently contributing to Human Resource and Faculty Development Programs conducted by esteemed educational institutions. He actively serves as an editorial board member and reviewer for numerous prominent academic journals. Additionally, Dr. Kanwar is a dedicated member of various professional organizations and plays an active role in the planning and execution of conferences and workshops. His contributions have been acknowledged with several awards, and he also contributes his expertise to various government bodies and task forces in his field.
Dr. Sunil Pabbi is currently the Head and Principal Scientist at the Division of Microbiology within the Indian Council of Agricultural Research, where he has dedicated 37 years to his career. He earned his M.Sc. (Honours) and a Ph.D. from the Department of Microbiology at Panjab University in Chandigarh, India. Dr. Pabbi's research interests encompass various areas, including Algology, Applied Microbiology, and Agricultural Microbiology. He is actively engaged in the academic community, serving as an editorial board member and reviewer for numerous reputable scientific journals. Notably, he holds the esteemed position of President "The Association of Microbiologists of India." Furthermore, Dr. Pabbi has made significant contributions to his field through the authorship of several articles (112) and books (7) published by prestigious publishers. His involvement extends to various professional organizations, and he plays an integral role in the planning and organization of conferences and workshops. Dr. Pabbi's outstanding contributions have earned him several awards including best Teacher Award and Distinguished Scientist award. He is also an active participant in various government bodies and task forces related to his domain of expertise. He is a prolific teacher and has guided a number of M.Sc and Ph.D. students and published several teaching/training manuals