š Education:
šļø B.Sc. in Botany, Zoology & Chemistry – University of Lucknow, 1993 (1st class). šļø M.Sc. in Botany – University of Lucknow, 1995 (1st class). šļø M.Tech. in Biotechnology – Jadavpur University, Kolkata, 1997 (1st class). šļø Ph.D. in Botany – University of Lucknow, 2004 (Title: Biotechnological approaches for in vitro production of Picroliv from Agrobacterium rhizogenes mediated hairy root culture of Picrorhiza kurroa Royle Ex.Benth).
š Position and Employment:
š¢ Senior Principal Scientist, CSIR-National Botanical Research Institute, Lucknow (From 12th August 2021 – Till Date). š¢ Principal Scientist, CSIR-National Botanical Research Institute, Lucknow (12th August 2016 – 11th August 2021). š¢ Senior Scientist, CSIR-National Botanical Research Institute, Lucknow (12th August 2012 – 11th August 2016). š¢ Scientist C, CSIR-National Botanical Research Institute, Lucknow (12th August 2008 – 11th August 2012). š¢ Scientist B, CSIR-National Botanical Research Institute, Lucknow (12th August 2005 – 11th August 2008). š¢ Scientist B, Department of Science & Technology, New Delhi (12th April 2005 – 11th August 2005). š¢ Sr. Lecturer, Department of Biotechnology, MITS, Gwalior (29th September 2003 – 11th April 2005). š¢ Research Associate, Institute of Engineering & Technology, Lucknow (3rd September 2002 – 28th September 2003).
š Career Highlights:
š Awarded R3 certificate as a Senior Principal Scientist. š Authored research in biotechnology and botany. š Engaged in diverse roles contributing to scientific advancements in prestigious research institutions.
š Employment Journey:
Dr. Verma’s journey has taken him from the Department of Biotechnology in Gwalior to CSIR-National Botanical Research Institute, showcasing a dedication to botanical research and biotechnological innovation. š±š