Dr. Jadala Shankaraswamy | Horticulture | Best Researcher Award

Sri Konda Laxman Telangana Horticultural University, India

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🎓 EARLY ACADEMIC PURSUITS

Dr. Jadala Shankaraswamy began his journey in horticultural sciences with a B.Sc. in Horticulture (2001–2005) from Acharya N.G. Ranga Agricultural University, Hyderabad. His keen interest in post-harvest processes led him to pursue an M.Sc. in Post-Harvest Technology of Horticultural Crops (2005–2007) from Bidhan Chandra Krishi Viswavidyalaya, West Bengal. His academic excellence culminated with a Ph.D. in Horticulture (2009–2013) from Junagadh Agricultural University, Gujarat, where he earned the Ph.D. Chancellor’s Gold Medal in recognition of his scholarly excellence.

🏢 PROFESSIONAL ENDEAVORS

Dr. Shankaraswamy holds the position of Assistant Professor (Sr. Scale-XI) in the Department of Fruit Science at Sri Konda Laxman Telangana State Horticultural University, Mojerla, Telangana, India. He has amassed 12 years of diverse teaching and research experience across esteemed institutions such as:

• Amity University, Noida

• Lovely Professional University, Punjab

• Acharya N.G. Ranga Agricultural University, Hyderabad

• APAC College, Tamil Nadu

He also served in industry roles such as Horticulturist at Alankar Nursery and Farms, Gujarat, and as Senior Research Fellow at the Directorate of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants Research, Anand, Gujarat.

📚 CONTRIBUTIONS AND RESEARCH FOCUS IN HORTICULTURE

Dr. Shankaraswamy’s interdisciplinary expertise lies in:

• Post-Harvest Technology & Value Addition

• Pomology and Medicinal & Aromatic Plants

• Nano Biotechnology in Horticulture

• Phyto-chemistry and Chemo-informatics

• Horticultural Therapy and Natural Product Chemistry

He has guided five M.Sc. students, submitted two major research proposals, and completed significant projects like:

• Moringa Value Chain Study (NHRDF-funded): Aimed at enhancing Moringa leaf production for pharmaceutical purposes.

• NAHEP World Bank Project (₹2.85 Cr): Focused on digital infrastructure and farm development at COH Mojerla.

🏅 ACADEMIC CITATIONS, ACCOLADES AND RECOGNITION

Dr. Shankaraswamy has been:

• Awarded over 19 prestigious national and international awards, including:

  • Eminent Scientist of the Year 2023

  • Scientific Discovery of the Year 2025

  • Sir Pietro de’ Crescenzi Award 2024

  • Young Scientist Award 2021

• Certificate of Commendation from District Collector, Wanaparthy (2023)

• Poster Award Winner at Water Conference, Bulgaria (2016)

• Chancellor’s Gold Medalist (2015)

• Cleared NET (Horticulture & Fruit Science) and recipient of ICAR-JRF & SRF

🌍 IMPACT AND INFLUENCE

His work on cold plasma technology, natural farming innovations, and AI-augmented horticultural practices positions him at the forefront of sustainable agricultural technologies. He has conducted and organized several training programs for rural youth and women, enhancing skill development and agribusiness opportunities.

His global recognition includes invitations and awards at prestigious conferences in Ukraine, Japan, and Bulgaria, symbolizing his international stature in the agricultural sciences.

🧭 LEGACY AND FUTURE CONTRIBUTIONS

Dr. Shankaraswamy’s editorial and reviewer roles in more than 15 international journals (Springer, SciEP, Plant Archives, etc.) reflect his deep commitment to advancing scholarly research. His association with leading societies (AAAS, ASHS, NESA, IAMCR) and editorial leadership across journals in food sciences, plant studies, and nano-biotechnology cement his influence in both academic and practitioner circles.

He envisions the integration of AI, drone tech, cold plasma, and natural farming principles for a future-proof and sustainable horticulture model in India and beyond.

 ✅CONCLUSION

Dr. J. Shankaraswamy exemplifies the union of academic brilliance, grassroots empowerment, and cutting-edge innovation in horticulture and post-harvest technology. With an unwavering commitment to community-centric science and sustainability, he stands as a beacon of global scientific excellence from India.

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