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Mr. Sudhir Buddhasen Sharma

Mr. Sudhir Buddhasen Sharma is currently serving as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Botany at Sonopant Dandekar Arts, V.S. Apte Commerce, and M.H. Mehta Science College, Palghar, Maharashtra. He has over five years of teaching experience at the postgraduate level and holds an M.Sc. degree from St. Xavier’s College (Autonomous), Mumbai in Plant Taxonomy and Phytochemistry. Mr. Sharma has authored six research papers focusing on the study of medicinal plants and their derived products. His areas of expertise include Plant Taxonomy, Ethnobotany, Palynology, Mangrove Conservation, and Biodiversity Studies. In addition, he has served for four years as a Tree Officer, during which he conducted extensive tree census projects. He also has 02 patent publication to his credit. A passionate environmental advocate, he has delivered numerous speeches on mangrove conservation, biodiversity preservation, and ecological awareness across diverse platforms. Possessing in-depth knowledge of Ayurvedic medicine, he has been practicing and formulating traditional remedies for many years. Through innovative applications and formulations of medicinal plants, he has successfully treated numerous patients suffering from arthritis-related pain and swelling, high and low blood pressure, various skin diseases, Nephrolithiasis (kidney stones), cholelithiasis (gallstones), Vesical calculi (bladder stones), ureteral stones, and diabetes. Mr. Sharma is presently pursuing his Ph.D. at the University of Mumbai under the guidance of Principal Prof. Dr. Gogari PankajKumar Kalyanji, N.B. Mehta, Science College, Bordi, Tal. Dahanu , District – Palghar.

Dr. Shivprasad Dilip Mahadkar

Dr. Shivprasad Dilip Mahadkar is an accomplished botanist and academician with over 17 years of research and 12 years of teaching experience. Currently serving as an Assistant Professor of Botany at Dr. Shantilal Dhanji Devsey Arts, Commerce and Science College, Wada (Dist. Palghar), he specializes in Angiosperm Taxonomy, Ethnobotany, and Nutraceutical Studies. A recognized Ph.D. guide under the University of Mumbai since 2022, Dr. Mahadkar currently supervises four doctoral candidates and has authored more than 26 research papers and a book chapter in reputed national and international journals. His scholarly contributions have earned him an H-index of 7 and a citation index of 214, reflecting the impact of his research in plant science. He has served as Principal Investigator for a University of Mumbai–funded research project on wild edible plants and actively contributes as a reviewer and editorial board member for leading academic journals. Beyond research, he is deeply involved in academic leadership—organizing national conferences such as ROBAS 2024, mentoring students in research conventions, and participating in numerous scientific workshops and seminars across India. Dr. Mahadkar continues to inspire young researchers through his dedication to botanical science, fieldwork, and sustainable utilization of India’s rich plant diversity.

Dr. Sunita Sahaduji Bharade

Dr. Sunita Sahaduji Bharade is currently working as a Head and Professor, Department of Botany Badrinarayan Barwale Mahavidyala,Jalna Affiliated to Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University, Chh. Sambhajinagar. Dr. Bharade is a distinguished academician with over 22 years of dedicated teaching experience at the undergraduate level. She has made significant contributions to botanical sciences through her extensive research work, having published 20 research papers in reputed journals. An active scholar, Dr. Bharade has attended and presented research papers at numerous national and international conferences, reflecting her commitment to academic excellence and continuous learning. Her areas of expertise include Plant Taxonomy, Morphology, Anatomy, Ethnobotany, and Environmental Science, in which she possesses profound knowledge and practical experience. Beyond academics, she has served the institution in several key administrative and social roles, including NSS Officer, Chief of Examinations, and has actively participated in Panchayat Raj programs, contributing to community development and leadership initiatives. A passionate educator, Dr. Bharade strongly believes in experiential learning. She consistently enriches her teaching by organizing field visits and educational excursions, providing students with valuable hands-on exposure and real-world learning experiences.

Dr. Kalpit Ganesh Mhatre

Dr. Kalpit Ganesh Mhatre is currently working as an assistant professor in botany at New Education Society's Shriram Kusumtai Sadashiv Vanjare College, Lanja District Ratnagiri, Maharashtra State. He has total teaching experience of 10 years at UG level. He has completed his Ph.D. from St. Xavier's College (Autonomous), Mumbai. He is the author of 05 books and editor of 17 books. To his credit he has 21 research papers in UGC CARE list and has written 56 chapters in various books. He also has 03 patent publication to his credit. He has vast experience in the field of Plant Taxonomy, Ethnobotany, Molecular Systematics, Ecology and Anthropology. Apart from academic work, he has been engaged in administrative work also. At institute level, he is being working as a Nodal Officer for various schemes such as Rashtriya Uchchatar Shiksha Abhiyan (RUSA), All India Survey on Higher Education (AISHE), National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF), Kalam Program for IP Literacy and Awareness (KAPILA) and Atal Ranking of Institution on Innovation Achievements (ARIIA). Dr. Mhatre is a President of Institutional Innovation Council (IIC). He has been designated as a District Sustainability Mentor (DSM) for Ratnagiri District by Mahatma Gandhi National Council of Rural Education, Ministry of Education, Government of India, Hyderabad.