Dr. Mahendra Meena is an Assistant Professor of Horticulture at Sri Karan Narendra Agriculture University, Jobner, Jaipur, Rajasthan, India. With a Ph.D. in Horticulture (Ag.) from Rajasthan Agricultural Research Institute, Durgapura, he has specialized in agricultural nanotechnology. Dr. Meena has developed innovative bimetallic nano chitosan to extend the shelf life of fruits and vegetables, and eco-friendly nanoformulations to enhance horticultural crop growth and yield. Holding the highest OGPA in his M.Sc. and Ph.D. programs, Dr. Meena has four years of teaching experience in undergraduate and postgraduate courses. His research focuses on sustainable, cost-effective solutions in agriculture nanotechnology.
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🎓Education:
Dr. Mahendra Meena earned his Ph.D. in Horticulture (Ag.) with a specialization in Agricultural Nanotechnology from Rajasthan Agricultural Research Institute, Durgapura, Jaipur (SKNAU, Jobner). He holds a Master of Science in Horticulture (Ag.) from MPUAT, Udaipur, and a B.Sc. in Agriculture from CCSHAU, Hisar, Haryana.
🏢Work Experience:
Since July 8, 2023, Dr. Mahendra Meena has been serving as an Assistant Professor of Horticulture at Sri Karan Narendra Agriculture University, Jobner, Jaipur, Rajasthan, India. In his research work, he has developed novel bimetallic nano chitosan to extend the shelf life of fruits and vegetables and created eco-friendly nanoformulations to improve the growth and yield of horticultural crops.
🏆Awards and Achievements:
Dr. Mahendra Meena secured the highest OGPA in university academic examinations for both his M.Sc. and Ph.D. programs. He has eight years of experience in nanotechnology research and four years of teaching experience in undergraduate and postgraduate courses.
Publication Top Notes:
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Title: Synthesis and characterization of novel histidine functionalized chitosan nanoformulations and its bioactivity in tomato plant
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Title: Cu-chitosan nano-net improves keeping quality of tomato by modulating physio-biochemical responses
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