K L DAV PG College University, India
Author Profile
PROFESSOR MANJUL DHIMAN: BOTANY TRAILBLAZER 🌿
📚 EARLY ACADEMIC PURSUITS
Manjul Dhiman was born on September 5, 1971, in Saharanpur, Uttar Pradesh. With an enduring passion for science and research, he excelled academically from an early age. His educational journey showcases a strong foundation in the natural sciences, completing:
- High School (1986): U.P. Board, 65.10%
- Intermediate (1988): U.P. Board, 70.00%
- B.Sc. (1991): Meerut University, 71.90%
- M.Sc. Botany (1993): Institute of Advanced Studies, Meerut University, 75.40%
- M.Phil Botany (1994): University of Delhi, 76.60%
- Ph.D. Botany (1998): University of Delhi, specializing in in-vitro studies on gymnosperms.
🧪 PROFESSIONAL ENDEAVORS
Dr. Dhiman began his teaching career as a permanent lecturer at Government College, Banswara, Rajasthan (1998-1999). Since 1999, he has been serving as Professor and Head of the Department of Botany at K.L.D.A.V. PG College, Roorkee. His vast teaching experience spans undergraduate and postgraduate levels, mentoring numerous students toward academic excellence.
Dr. Dhiman’s research focuses on Plant Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, and Tissue Culture. His significant projects include:
- Regeneration and micropropagation of endangered medicinal plants like Ephedra gerardiana.
- Studies on arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi in medicinal plants of Uttarakhand.
- Genetic fidelity and alkaloid estimation in plants.
He has supervised over 10 Ph.D. scholars and contributed to various national and international research collaborations.
🌍 IMPACT AND INFLUENCE
Dr. Dhiman’s contributions to botany have been widely recognized. His efforts in exploring medicinal plant diversity, environmental conservation, and biotechnological applications have left a lasting impact on research communities and the next generation of scholars.
📈 ACADEMIC CITATIONS AND PUBLICATIONS
Dr. Dhiman has an impressive portfolio of 25+ peer-reviewed publications in reputed journals and books. Key works include:
- In vitro studies on gymnosperms (Curr. Sci., 1998)
- Biotechnology of cycads (Him. J. Sci., 2007)
- Somatic embryogenesis in Ephedra foliata (Plant Tissue Cult. & Biotech., 2010).
🏅 HONORS & AWARDS
- Young Scientist Award (2009): Uttarakhand State Council for Science and Technology.
- Best Research Paper Award (2014): CSIR-National Botanical Research Institute.
- Junior and Senior Research Fellowships by CSIR.
- Merit Scholarship during school years.
Additionally, he has been honored by numerous scientific societies for his contributions to education and research.
🌐 LEGACY AND FUTURE CONTRIBUTIONS
As a visionary academic, Dr. Dhiman continues to shape the future of botany through innovative research and active mentorship. His work ensures the conservation of endangered plants and the application of biotechnology for sustainable development.
🌠 FINAL NOTE
Professor Manjul Dhiman’s dedication to advancing botanical research, particularly in medicinal plants and biotechnology, underscores his role as a leading figure in his field. His commitment to education and environmental sustainability has inspired countless students and researchers.
📑 NOTABLE PUBLICATIONS
“In vitro propagation of elite clone of Ephedra gerardiana: an endangered medicinal plant ”
- Authors: Sharma, V. , Jain, P. , Dhiman, M.
- Journal: Vegetos
- Year: 2024
“Cyrtosia falconeri (Hook.f.) Aver. (Orchidaceae): an addition to the flora of Jammu & Kashmir, India”
- Authors: Ahmed, M. , Dhiman, M.
- Journal: Journal of Threatened Taxa
- Year: 2023
“Nucleus model of sacred groves (sacred groves: the nuclei of biodiversity cells) traditional beliefs, myths, associated anthropogenic threats and possible measures of conservation in Western most regions of lesser Himalayas, India.”
- Authors: Ahmed, M. , Dhiman, M.
- Journal: Acta Ecologica Sinica
- Year: 2023
“Sacred groves: the gene banks of threatened and ethnomedicinal flora, associated taboos and role in biodiversity conservation in the Peer Panchal range of North Western Himalayas, India ”
- Authors: Ahmed, M. , Sharma, V. , Dhiman, M
- Journal: Ecological Questions
- Year: 2023
” Evolution in crop improvement approaches and future prospects of molecular markers to CRISPR/Cas9 system”
- Authors: Dheer, P. , Rautela, I.
- Journal: Sharma, V. , … Sharma, N. , Sharma, M.D.
- Year: 2020
“Selection of high quality turmeric (Curcuma longa L.) genotype for sodic wastelands of Northern India”
- Authors: Singh, S. , Sharma, L.K. , Sharma, S.K.
- Journal: Dhiman, M. , Tewari, S.K. Medicinal Plants
- Year: 2015
“Indirect regeneration from leaf segments for mass propagation of Withania somnifera: An endangered medicinal plant”
- Authors: Sharma, N. , Koshy, E.P. , Dhiman, M
- Journal: Pharma and Bio Sciences
- Year: 2014
“Biochemical Composition of Curcuma longa L. Accessions”
- Authors: Niranjan, A. , Singh, S. , Dhiman, M. , Tewari, S.K
- Journal: Analytical Letters
- Year: 2013
” Regeneration of plants from nodal and internodal segment cultures of Ephedra gerardiana using thidiazuron”
- Authors: Sharma, V. , Gupta, S.K. , Dhiman, M
- Journal: Plant Tissue Culture and Biotechnology
- Year: 2013
“Somatic embryogenesis and plant regeneration in Ephedra foliata (Boiss.); A non coniferous gymnosperm”
- Authors: Dhiman, M. , Sharma, V. , Moitra, S
- Journal: Plant Tissue Culture and Biotechnology
- Year: 2010