VCSG Uttarakhand University of Horticulture and Forestry, India.
Dr. Arunima Paliwal is currently serving as an Assistant Professor and Junior Agronomist at the College of Forestry, V.C.S.G. Uttarakhand University of Horticulture and Forestry, Ranichauri. She holds a Ph.D. in Agronomy from G.B. Pant University of Agriculture & Technology, Pantnagar, where she also completed her B.Sc. and M.Sc. in Agriculture and Agronomy respectively. With over a decade of experience in teaching, research, and agricultural extension, Dr. Paliwal has published extensively, including 34 research papers, 3 books, and 35 book chapters. Her research focuses on crop agronomy, plant physiology, and sustainable agriculture. She has been involved in multiple funded research projects, guided postgraduate students, and contributed significantly to farmer training and technology dissemination. Dr. Paliwal has received several awards and is actively engaged with professional bodies and scientific communities
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Professional Experience 💼
Dr. Paliwal brings a rich and diverse professional experience to her current role. She is presently serving as an Assistant Professor and Junior Agronomist (Level 11) at the College of Forestry, V.C.S.G. Uttarakhand University of Horticulture and Forestry, Ranichauri, since March 2022. Prior to this, she held the post of Junior Agronomist (Level 10) at the same institution from March 2018 to March 2022. She has also worked as an Assistant Agriculture Officer in Ranikhet from August 2017 to March 2018. Her earlier roles include working as a Senior Research Fellow at G.B. Pant University, a Seed Production Research Officer cum Manager at Tarai Farm Seeds & Co., and as an Assistant Professor at Mewar University, Rajasthan. Across these roles, she has been actively engaged in teaching, research, extension services, and field trials.
Technical Skills 🛠️
Dr. Arunima Paliwal possesses a wide array of skills in research, teaching, extension education, and project management. She has authored 34 research papers of international and national repute, 3 books, 35 book chapters, 35 popular articles, and 10 extension-related publications. Her active engagement in the academic community is demonstrated by her membership in 9 professional bodies and her role as an editor or reviewer with 12 national and international journals and magazines. She has also served as a rapporteur in 6 national and international conferences and as a consultant with agricultural services.
Teaching Experience👨🏫
Dr. Arunima Paliwal brings a diverse and well-rounded technical background in agronomy, crop science, field research, and sustainable agricultural development. Her career spans over a decade with expertise in research, teaching, extension, seed technology, and institutional collaborations. Her technical experience can be detailed under the following domains:
Awards & Honors 🏅
Dr. Paliwal has been honored with 13 awards and recognitions for her contributions to the field of agronomy and agricultural sciences. These accolades reflect her commitment to academic excellence, impactful research, and professional service.
Research Interests 🔍
Her research primarily focuses on agronomic practices, crop physiology, and sustainable agriculture. Dr. Paliwal has developed 6 agricultural technologies and led or contributed to multiple research projects, including 2 ICAR-funded and 3 externally funded projects (1 completed and 2 ongoing). She has guided 6 M.Sc. students as a major advisor and has delivered 12 lectures in various training programs. Furthermore, she has organized 8 farmers’ extension training sessions and participated in 60 academic events, including conferences, seminars, and workshops. Her dedication to continuous learning is evident from her participation in 8 faculty development programs and advanced trainings.
Publications Top Notes: 📝
1.Title: Genetic variability and correlation analysis in soybean (Glycine max (L.) Merrill) genotypes
Authors: H. Guleria, P. Kumar, B. Jyoti, A. Kumar, A. Paliwal, A. Paliwal
Journal: International Journal of Chemical Studies, 7(1), 1928–1932
2. Title: Response of mustard (Brassica juncea L. Czernj. & Cosson) to potassium with other nutrients on yield and quality
Authors: P. Arunima, J.P. Singh
Journal: The Bioscan, 9(2), 649–652
3.Title: Use of microbial biostimulants in organic farming
Authors: N. Joshi, H.P. Parewa, S. Joshi, J.K. Sharma, U.N. Shukla, A. Paliwal, V. Gupta
Journal: Advances in Organic Farming, pp. 59–73
4.Title: Biotechnological and microbial standpoint cahoot in bioremediation
Authors: P. Kumar, B. Jyoti, A. Kumar, A. Paliwal
Journal: Smart Bioremediation Technologies, pp. 137–158
5. Title: Toxicity of heavy metals and its management through phytoremediation
Authors: A.P.V.P. Neeshu Joshi
Journal: Octa Journal of Environmental Research, 4(2), 168–180