Research and Development

Research Center: Climate Resilience Agriculture Research Center


Associated Research Group: Agri-voltics


Department: Agriculture


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About Research Center:

The Climate Resilient Agriculture Lab focuses on developing innovative strategies to combat the adverse effects of climate change on agriculture. Research areas include drought and salt tolerance, stress-resilient crop development, and advanced genomic techniques such as CRISPR/Cas9. The lab is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities for genome editing, plant physiology studies, and soil analysis. Collaborative efforts with academic institutions, policymakers, and farmers aim to enhance agricultural sustainability and productivity. The lab emphasizes translational research, linking scientific discoveries to practical applications in farming. Projects include developing resilient crop varieties, optimizing water use, and creating climate-smart agricultural systems. Faculty actively contribute to high-impact journals and international conferences, showcasing advancements in agricultural resilience. Its mission is to safeguard global food security by addressing climate challenges through cutting-edge research.


Highlights of our Research Center:

  • Research in stress-resilient crop development and climate-smart systems.
  • Equipped with genome editing and plant physiology tools.
  • Focus on drought and salt tolerance mechanisms.
  • Collaborative projects with policymakers and farming communities.
  • Publications in high-impact agricultural science journals.

Members:

  • Dr. M. Nagaraj Kumar
  • Dr. B. Bala Krishna
  • Dr. Dolpriya Devi