Dr. Shruti Kaushik | Stress Physiology | Best Researcher Award

Central Soil Salinity Research Institute | India

Dr. Shruti Kaushik is a plant biologist with strong expertise in plant stress physiology and molecular plant sciences, currently contributing to advanced agricultural research at a premier national research institute. Her academic training spans doctoral and postgraduate studies in botany, where her research focused on phytohormone-mediated regulation of heavy metal stress tolerance, integrating physiological, biochemical, and molecular approaches. She has developed substantial experience in studying abiotic stress responses, particularly salinity, drought, and metal toxicity, with emphasis on jasmonate signaling, antioxidant defense systems, nutrient dynamics, and root biology. Her research portfolio includes numerous high-impact international journal publications and authoritative book chapters with leading global publishers, reflecting her consistent contribution to plant stress biology, sustainable agriculture, and crop resilience. She has actively presented her research at national and international scientific forums, demonstrating strong academic engagement and collaborative outlook. Her work supports sustainable crop production and stress mitigation strategies through innovative physiological and molecular insights. Recognized for her scholarly contributions and growing impact in plant sciences, she represents an emerging researcher dedicated to advancing knowledge-driven solutions for agricultural and environmental challenges.