Dr. Pradeep Singh | Biological Sciences | Best Researcher Award

Basundhara Paryavaran sanrakshanavam Jan Kalyan Samiti (A Nation-wide NGO registered with society Registrar, Uttarakhand, India

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🎓 EARLY ACADEMIC PURSUITS

Dr. Pradeep Singh initiated his academic journey with a B.Sc. in Biology (Zoology, Botany, Forestry) from S.S.J. Campus, Kumaun University, Almora (2007–2010). He further pursued a Master’s in Forestry (2010–2012) and earned his Ph.D. in Forestry from Kumaun University, Nainital in 2019. His doctoral research titled “Climate Change Impacts on Phenological Responses of Dominant Tree Species of Central Himalayan Forests” laid a strong ecological foundation in phenology and forest dynamics under climate stress.

🏢 PROFESSIONAL ENDEAVORS

With over 11 years of experience in Himalayan ecosystem research, Dr. Singh has held significant positions across several prestigious institutions. He currently serves as the Project Coordinator at Basundhara Paryavaran Sanrankshanavam Jan Kalyan Samiti (BPSJKS), leading research on Green Credit Programs and ecosystem services in Uttarakhand. Previously, he contributed at the GB Pant National Institute of Himalayan Environment (GBPNIHE) in diverse roles from Junior Research Fellow to Principal Project Associate, focusing on climate resilience, forest fires, and sustainable rural development.

📚 CONTRIBUTIONS AND RESEARCH FOCUS IN BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES

Dr. Singh’s work bridges plant phenology, forest ecology, ecosystem services, and climate change. His expertise lies in:

• Phenological monitoring of treeline and sub-alpine forests

• Microclimate analysis and foliar nutrient dynamics

• Altitudinal species variation, tree bark traits, and soil-vegetation interactions

• Studying wildfire impacts, carbon sequestration, and herbal biodiversity

His collaborative studies offer insights into adaptive forest management, biodiversity conservation, and rural-ecological resilience.

🏅 ACADEMIC CITATIONS, ACCOLADES AND RECOGNITION

He has authored 17+ peer-reviewed research papers in reputed journals such as Environmental Advances, Trees, Forests and People, Forest Science, and Tropical Ecology. His work is widely cited in phenology, Himalayan biodiversity, and environmental monitoring.

He has presented at major platforms including:

• Commonwealth Forestry Conference

• Uttarakhand State Science & Technology Congress

• International Science Congress

• National Seminars on Climate Change and Soil Conservation

His book chapters with Springer Nature Singapore further solidify his academic footprint.

🌍 IMPACT AND INFLUENCE

Dr. Singh’s research has directly contributed to policy-oriented projects and national ecological programs like:

• Green Credit Programme implementation

• Himalaya Knowledge Network (HKN)

• Climate Resilient Villages Framework

• CAMPA forest fire loss estimation project

Through his leadership and collaboration, he has strengthened community-based forest governance, revived traditional water systems (Naulas/Dharas), and empowered local communities via sustainable practices across Uttarakhand and beyond.

🧭 LEGACY AND FUTURE CONTRIBUTIONS

Dr. Singh’s legacy lies in his deep ecological understanding of the Indian Himalayan Region (IHR). By integrating science, policy, and traditional knowledge, he is developing a model for climate-adaptive forestry and community-driven environmental stewardship.

His ongoing efforts toward mainstreaming ecosystem valuation, revitalizing traditional water systems, and training rural youth and biologists are paving the path for resilient mountain ecosystems.

 ✅CONCLUSION

Dr. Pradeep Singh exemplifies a dedicated ecologist and forestry researcher who combines academic rigor with community engagement. His career reflects resilience, interdisciplinarity, and service to nature and society. As climate challenges mount, professionals like Dr. Singh will be pivotal in shaping the future of Himalayan environmental governance.

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