History

Research on Agriculturally Beneficial Microorganisms was started at GAU, now AAU on Biofertilizer in 1979 with special emphasis on Azolla, which was later on strengthened with inception of NARP in 1983.Major thrust to identify and isolate efficient native microbial cultures, which augment atmospheric Nitrogen, solubilize phosphorous, potash and other nutrients for different agro-climatic conditions of Gujarat State. Achievements on research carried out by faculty members through different research projects and postgraduate students on Agriculturally Beneficial Microorganisms are compiled.Team microbiology have explored use of agriculturally beneficial microorganisms for different environmental issues concerned with agricultural ecosystem like mitigation of green house gas (GHG) emission from crops, agro waste bio-decomposition, bioremediation of heavy metals, plastic and pesticides. Moreover, mapping and enumeration of agriculturally beneficial microorganisms in nine districts of middle Gujarat and atlas preparation.Molecular characterization of key PGPRs and listing on NCBI, USA.

Vision and Goal

We aim to develop eco-friendly microbial remedies for crop production and protection for welfare of farming community and protecting environment in long run for future generations, also with evolving new biotech and organic microbiological strategies. As well as to enrich students with Agril microbiology knowledge at UG and PG level to enhance their skill and generate competent manpower.

1. Professor and Head/Research Scientist/Officer in charge:

   Dr. Rajababu V. Vyas M.Sc. (Micro.), Ph.D Professor (Research Scientist) & Head Phone:+91 2692 260211 Email: hodagmicro@aau.in; rvvyas@aau.in M:9924938018   Experience: Research & Teaching: 36 years Officiating Vice Chancellor and Director of Research AAU   (01/09/2019 to 14/02/2021).

2. Hierarchy of PG Students Earned Degree from Department

   M.Sc. (Agri.)	M. Sc.	Ph.D.	Other students University/ Institutions dissertation  at AAU	Total
   11	14	17	09	51

3. RESEARCH:Faculty and Postgraduate students carried out research on Vital Agriculturally Beneficial Microorganisms

1. UG Teaching
2. PG Teaching
3. Research Projects and Patents
4. Recommendations and Scientific Information
5. Technology Generated
6. New Frontiers
7. Publications
8. Post Graduate Students Passed Out
9. Microbial Gene Sequences submitted to NCBI, USA
10. Awards
11. Farmer Services, Training and Literature
12. Dignitaries and VIPs visited the Department

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