Gyana Ranjan Rout | Agricultural Biotechnology | Innovative Research Award

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Innovative Research Award

Gyana Ranjan Rout — Siksha O Anusandhan Deemed to be University, India

Gyana Ranjan Rout
Affiliation Siksha O Anusandhan Deemed to be University
Country India
Scopus ID 7006474358
Documents 203
Citations 6,160
h-index 35
Subject Area Agricultural Biotechnology
Event International Plant Scientist Awards
ORCID 0000-0002-3562-7810

Gyana Ranjan Rout is a researcher affiliated with Siksha O Anusandhan Deemed to be University, India, whose scholarly profile is associated with Agricultural Biotechnology. The available bibliographic record identifies 203 documents, 6,160 citations, and an h-index of 35. These indicators provide a quantitative overview of the researcher’s indexed scholarly output and citation impact. [1]

Abstract

This academic recognition profile presents the research record of Gyana Ranjan Rout, affiliated with Siksha O Anusandhan Deemed to be University in India. His documented scholarly profile falls within Agricultural Biotechnology, with bibliographic indicators including 203 documents, 6,160 citations, and an h-index of 35. [2]

Keywords

  • Agricultural Biotechnology
  • Plant Biotechnology
  • Plant Science
  • Biotechnology Research
  • Plant Research
  • Scientific Publications

Introduction

Agricultural biotechnology applies biological knowledge and technological methods to improve crops, understand plant systems, and address agricultural challenges. Within this broad discipline, scholarly research contributes to crop improvement, biotechnology applications, molecular studies, and sustainable agricultural development. Rout’s indexed research profile places his academic work within this interdisciplinary agricultural biotechnology landscape. [2]

Research Profile

Gyana Ranjan Rout is associated with Siksha O Anusandhan Deemed to be University and is indexed in Scopus under author ID 7006474358. The available record reports 203 documents, 6,160 citations, and an h-index of 35. His identified subject area is Agricultural Biotechnology, indicating sustained scholarly activity within plant and agricultural research. [3]

Research Contributions

The documented publication record indicates sustained contributions to agricultural biotechnology and related plant-science research. Such contributions can support scientific understanding of biological processes relevant to agriculture while providing knowledge for future research and technological development. The scale of the indexed record demonstrates continued scholarly participation across the researcher’s academic publication history. [2]

Publications

Scopus records 203 documents associated with Gyana Ranjan Rout’s author profile. This publication volume represents a substantial body of indexed scholarly literature and provides a bibliographic basis for evaluating research activity. The complete publication list, including individual article titles, journals, publication years, and DOI information, should be verified directly through the corresponding bibliographic records. [1]

Research Impact

Citation indicators provide one quantitative perspective on scholarly visibility. Rout’s Scopus profile reports 6,160 citations and an h-index of 35, alongside 203 indexed documents. These measures indicate that his publications have received substantial citation activity within the indexed literature. Such metrics should be interpreted together with publication quality, research relevance, and disciplinary context. [3]

Award Suitability

The Innovative Research Award recognizes research activity demonstrating scholarly contribution and relevance to scientific advancement. Rout’s documented affiliation, Agricultural Biotechnology subject area, publication record, citation count, and h-index provide objective bibliographic indicators supporting consideration for this recognition. Final award assessment should additionally consider originality, research quality, relevance, and independently verifiable scholarly achievements.[2]

Conclusion

Gyana Ranjan Rout’s academic profile reflects sustained research activity in Agricultural Biotechnology, supported by an indexed record of 203 documents, 6,160 citations, and an h-index of 35. His affiliation with Siksha O Anusandhan Deemed to be University further establishes an institutional context for his scholarly work. These indicators support consideration for the Innovative Research Award. [1]

References

  1. Overexpression of annexin gene in rice (Oryza sativa L.) for salinity and water stress
    https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s11627-020-10108-6
  2. Silicon (Si) enhances the resistance in finger millet genotypes against blast disease.
    https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s42161-020-00622-2
  3. ROLE OF IRON IN PLANT GROWTH AND METABOLISM.
    https://www.researchgate.net/publication/277309038_ROLE_OF_IRON_IN_PLANT_GROWTH_AND_METABOLISM

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Prof. Anelia Iantcheva | Plant Genetics | Excellence in Plant Research

AgroBioInstitute, Agricultural Academy | Bulgaria

Prof. Anelia Iantcheva is a leading researcher in plant biotechnology, currently serving as Professor and Principal Investigator at the Agrobioinstitute, Agricultural Academy, Bulgaria. She holds advanced degrees in plant sciences, including a PhD and DSc, with extensive experience in academia and international research programs. Her work focuses on plant genetics, genomics, transcriptomics, and molecular biotechnology, particularly in grain and forage legumes. She has led and contributed to major European projects under Horizon 2020 and Horizon Europe. With numerous high-impact publications and book chapters, she has significantly advanced plant science research and innovation, contributing to sustainable agricultural development.

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Roshani, H. R., Nasiri, A., Sattari, A., Rasaei, S., Karimian, P., Jannesari, F., … Hosseinabadi, S. V., & Azadeh, M. (2025). Uncovering an ADH1C–lncRNA regulatory axis linking alcohol metabolism to diagnostic potential in colorectal, breast, and gastric cancers.

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Shah, F. H., Azeem, M. A., Ullah, T., Mumtaz, A. S., Shah, S. A., Khan, M. B., Karunarathna, S. C., Elgorban, A. M., & Kiran, M. (2025). From wild ecosystem to the pharmaceutical use–Exploring the traditional medicine and socio-cultural heritage of macrofungi from Pakistan. New Zealand Journal of Botany.

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