About the Department
The Department of Crop Physiology was started in 2020. It is a specialized branch within agricultural science that focuses on understanding the physiological processes of crops. This field integrates knowledge from various disciplines such as agronomy, genetics, and environmental science to study plant growth, development, metabolism, and responses to environmental factors like temperature, water availability, nutrients, and stressors such as pests and diseases. Researchers in crop physiology explore how different crop species respond to varying environmental conditions and management practices. They investigate factors influencing photosynthesis, respiration, nutrient uptake, water use efficiency, and other physiological processes critical for plant growth and productivity. By understanding these processes, scientists can develop strategies to enhance crop performance, improve resilience to environmental challenges, and optimize resource use in agricultural systems. It plays a vital role in advancing agricultural practices, contributing to food security, sustainability, and economic development. Its research findings inform farmers, policymakers, and agricultural stakeholders on best practices for crop production, helping to address global challenges such as feeding a growing population, mitigating climate change impacts, and conserving natural resources.
Department activities
Conducting experiments and studies to investigate the physiological processes of crops under different environmental conditions, management practices, and genetic backgrounds. This research aims to uncover mechanisms governing plant growth, development, and stress responses, as well as identify strategies to enhance crop productivity and resilience.
List of Courses offered (As per ICAR- V Dean's Committee Recommendation)
| S. No |
Course No |
Title of the course |
Credit Hours |
| 1 |
CPHY 161 |
Introductory Biology |
2(1+1) |
| 2 |
CPHY 162 |
Fundamental of Crop Physiology |
3(2+1) |
| 3 |
CPHY 261 |
Eco-Physiology |
2(1+1) |
| 4 |
CPHY 361 |
Environmental Studies and Disaster Management |
2(1+1) |
|
|
Total |
9 (5+4) |
List of Courses offered (As per ICAR- VI Dean's Committee Recommendation)
| Course No. |
Title of the course |
Credits |
| CPHY 361 |
Fundamentals of Crop Physiology |
3 (2+1) |
|
Elective
Courses
|
| ELCT 416 |
Micro-propagation Technologies |
4 (3+1) |
|
Total |
7 (5+2) |
Practical session
Faculty
| S. No |
Name |
Highest Qualificatio |
Designation |
mail id |
| 1 |
Dr Atul Singh |
Ph.D. (Ag. ) |
Asst. Prof and HOD |
atulsingh@kluniversity.in |
| 2 |
Dr. N. Pavithra |
Ph.D. (Ag. ) |
Asst. Prof |
npavitra@kluniversity.in |
