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Dr. Pratik Dilip Natekar

Dr. Pratik Dilip Natekar (M.Sc., Ph.D.) is currently working as an Assistant Professor in Botany at Rayat Shikshan Sanstha’s Abasaheb Marathe Arts and New Commerce, Science College, Rajapur (Vikhare-Gothane) District Ratnagiri, Maharashtra State. He completed his Ph.D. at Shivaji University, Kolhapur, with a thesis focused on taxonomical studies of black mildew fungi in the Konkan region. He is a distinguished botanist and researcher specializing in Angiosperm Taxonomy and Mycology. With over 7 years of teaching experience at the UG level, he has developed a reputation for excellence in botanical education, specifically in morphology and field identification. His academic journey is marked by significant research contributions, including the discovery of 18 new species (3 Angiospermic and 15 fungal species) and the publication of 22 peer-reviewed research papers in Scopus and UGC CARE journals. In recognition of his research impact, Dr. Natekar received the ‘National Prerna Gaurav Award 2025’ and a life member of the ‘Mycological Society of India’. His experience includes working with the World Wide Fund (WWF) and serving on local wetland and biodiversity committees in Rajapur Tehsil.

Dr. Amrapali Vasant Kattee

Dr. Amrapali Vasant Kattee (M. Sc., Ph. D.) awarded Ph. D. Degree in subject Botany with specialization Angiosperm Taxonomy by Shivaji University, Kolhapur. Her Ph. D. thesis entitled ‘Revision of genus Ipomoea L. (Convolvulaceae) for India’ published in 2019. Research includes detail study of Indian Ipomoea species along with ecology, distribution and present status of species. Along with taxonomic revision, other aspects such as palynology, anatomy, seedling morphology and cytology of species also studied. She reported 58 taxa of genus Ipomoea from India. She discovered one new species from India, 2 species addition to Indian Flora and some distributional records of Ipomoea species. 12 peer reviewed research papers are published in Scopus and UGC CARE journals. She has 9 years teaching experience to UG level and 3 years teaching experience to PG level. She engaged in taxonomic studies and conservation of plants.

Ms. Shital Sadashiv Walwadkar

Ms. Shital Sadashiv Walwadkar (M.Sc., B.Ed., Pursuing Ph.D.) is an accomplished researcher with a specialization in Plant Physiology and Ecology. She earned her Master of Science (M.Sc.) degree from Shivaji University, Kolhapur and completed her Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) from Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University, Aurangabad. Recognized for her academic excellence, she was honoured with the prestigious Eklavya Shishyavrutti scholarship. With over 10 years of teaching experience, Ms. Walwadkar has demonstrated exceptional dedication to education and research. Her scholarly contributions include three peer-reviewed research papers published in ISBN and UGC CARE-listed journals, reflecting her commitment to advancing knowledge in plant sciences.

Mr. Prajyot Shantaram Nalawade

Mr. Prajyot Shantaram Nalawade (M.Sc.) is an Assistant Professor of Botany at Arts, Commerce and Science College, Kharepatan, Tal. Kankavali, Dist. Sindhudurg. Specializing in ‘Angiosperms and Phytochemistry’ from the University of Mumbai, he brings four years of teaching experience and a passion for making plant science engaging and accessible to students.