D. A. V. (P.G.) COLLEGE, DEHRADUN, UTTARAKHAND

डी.ए.वी.(पी.जी.) कॉलेज, देहरादून, उत्तराखंड

Affiliated to Hemwati Nandan Bahuguna Garhwal (Central) University, Srinagar (Uttarakhand)

NAAC Grade B with CGPA 2.46

Department of Botany

Department of Botany

1. Name of the Department: Botany

2. Year of Establishment: The Department of Botany, a green haven of knowledge, took root in 1947, cultivating a legacy dedicated to the study and understanding of plant life.

3. Programmes Offered: The department offers a rich spectrum of academic programs, including Undergraduate (UG), Postgraduate (PG), and Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) courses. This comprehensive offering reflects the department's commitment to fostering expertise at various educational levels.

4. Interdisciplinary Exploration: Currently, the department does not offer interdisciplinary courses. However, it maintains a singular focus on the fascinating world of botany, delving into the complexities of plant biology and ecology.

5. Academic Framework: Both the Undergraduate and Postgraduate programs operate on a Semester system. This academic framework ensures that students engage with the evolving field of botany in a structured and dynamic manner, covering various aspects of plant sciences.

In essence, the Department of Botany, with roots dating back to 1947, remains committed to nurturing scholars with a deep appreciation for the botanical wonders that surround us. Through its diverse academic programs and focused approach, the department continues to play a crucial role in advancing the knowledge and understanding of plant life.

Prof. S.P.Joshi

Professor and Head

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Prof. Dhananjay Kumar Gupta

Professor

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Dr. R.K.Pathak

Assistant Professor

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Dr. Naina Srivastava

Associate Professor

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Dr. Anup Kumar Mishra

Associate Professor

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Dr. Reena Verma

Associate Professor

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Dr. Pallavi Gautam

Assistant Professor

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Dr. Smriti Sawan

Assistant Professor

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Publications

S.No. Type Name of Journal/Book Name of Authors and Co-authors Type of Journal Level By Year
1. Journal Humanities and Social science studies Dr Reena Verma Co-Author-Dr Naina Srivastava Dr Anup Mishra UGC Listed Journal National Journal Dr Reena Verma 2024
2. Journal Annalsof the Bhandarkar Oriental Research institute Dr Reena Verma UGC Listed Journal National Journal Dr Reena Verma 2023
3. Book Chapter Distillery effluent Dr Pushpendra kumar sharma and Dr Rashmi Tyagi Rawat N.A National Dr Reena Verma 2022
4. Book Chapter Impact of Pesticide Pollution on environment Dr Amita Raizada and Dr Naina Srivastava N.A National Dr Reena Verma 2022
5. Book Chapter Role of algae as bio fertiliser Dr Pushpendra kumar Sharma and Dr Vivek Kumar N.A National Dr Reena Verma 2022
6. Book Chapter Medicinal uses of Aloevera Pushpendra kumar Sharma and Dr Vivek Kumar SCI/ESCI Scopus/Web of Science National Dr Reena Verma 2022
7. Journal Journal of Oriental Institute Dr Reena Verma UGC Listed Journal National Journal Dr Reena Verma 2022
8. Book Chapter Diversity of fungi in untreated effluent of distillery Dr Pushpendra kumar Sharma and Dr Rashmi tyagi Rawat N.A National Dr Reena Verma 2021
9. Journal The Maharaja Sayajirao university of Baroda Dr Reena Verma UGC Listed Journal National Journal Dr Reena Verma 2021
10. Journal Bulletin of Pure and Applied Sciences Maneesha Singh, Anju Rani, D.K. Gupta Peer Reviewed National Journal Prof Dhananjay Kumar Gupta 2018
11. Book - Dr. R.K. Gupta, Dr. D.K. Gupta, Dr. A.B. Bajpai, Dr. Mayjul Dhiman N.A National Journal Prof Dhananjay Kumar Gupta 2018
12. Book - Dr. R.K. Gupta, Dr. D.K. Gupta, Dr. Mayjul Dhiman N.A National Journal Prof Dhananjay Kumar Gupta 2017
13. Book - डॉ. राजन कमार गप्ता, डॉ. डी. क. गप्ता , डॉ. मजल धीमान N.A National Journal Prof Dhananjay Kumar Gupta 2017
14. Book - Dr. R.K. Gupta, Dr. D.K. Gupta, Dr. Mayjul Dhiman, Dr. A.B. Bajpai N.A National Journal Prof Dhananjay Kumar Gupta 2016
15. Journal Journal of Sustainable Environmental Research Harminder Singh, D.K. Gupta Peer Reviewed National Journal Prof Dhananjay Kumar Gupta 2015
16. Journal Plant Archives D.K. Gupta Peer Reviewed National Journal Prof Dhananjay Kumar Gupta 2014
17. Journal Flora and Fauna D.K. Gupta Peer Reviewed National Journal Prof Dhananjay Kumar Gupta 2013
18. Journal Recent Research in Science and Technology Santosh K. Singh, S.K. Verma, Abhishek Mathur, M.S. Siddiqui, D.K. Gupta, B.M.. Sharma Peer Reviewed National Journal Prof Dhananjay Kumar Gupta 2011
19. Journal Biochemi cal and Cellular Archives, (Biochem. Cell. Arch.) Dr.Naina srivastava UGC Listed Journal National Journal Dr Naina Srivastava -
20. Journal Biochemi cal and Cellular Archives. (Biochem. Cell. Arch.) Dr.Naina srivastava UGC Listed Journal National Journal Dr Naina Srivastava -
21. Journal Biospectra Dr.Naina srivastava UGC Listed Journal National Journal Dr Naina Srivastava -
22. Journal Biospectra Dr.Naina srivastava UGC Listed Journal National Journal Dr Naina Srivastava -
23. Journal Biochemi cal and cellular Archives, (Biochem. Cell. Arch.) Dr.Naina srivastava UGC Listed Journal National Journal Dr Naina Srivastava -
24. Journal Biochemical and Cellular Archives Dr.Naina srivastava SCI Journal National Journal Dr Naina Srivastava -
25. Journal (Biochem. Cell. Arch.) Dr.Naina srivastava UGC Listed Journal National Journal Dr Naina Srivastava -
26. Journal Plant Archives Dr.Naina srivastava Peer Reviewed National Journal Dr Naina Srivastava -
27. Journal Plant Archives Dr.Naina srivastava Peer Reviewed National Journal Dr Naina Srivastava -
28. Journal Environm ent Conservat ion Journal Dr.Naina srivastava UGC Listed Journal National Journal Dr Naina Srivastava -
29. Journal Advances in Plant Sciences ( Ad. Plant Sci.) Dr.Naina srivastava UGC Listed Journal National Journal Dr Naina Srivastava -
30. Journal Shodh Sarita Dr.Naina srivastava UGC Listed Journal National Journal Dr Naina Srivastava -
31. Journal Asian Resonance UGC Listed Journal National Journal Dr Naina Srivastava -
32. Journal Journal of Phytologi cal Research (J. Phytol. Res.) UGC Listed Journal National Journal Dr Naina Srivastava -
33. Journal Journal of Phytologi cal Research (J. Phytol. .Res.). UGC Listed Journal National Journal Dr Naina Srivastava -
34. Journal International Journal of Research And Analytical Review UGC Listed Journal National Journal Dr Naina Srivastava -
35. Journal Journal of Environm ent and Bio- Sciences. (J. Env. Bio-Sci.) UGC Listed Journal National Journal Dr Naina Srivastava -
36. Journal Annals of the Romani an society for Cell Biology 158362 58 Scopus/Web of Science National Journal Dr Naina Srivastava -
37. Journal Proceedings N.A National Journal Dr Naina Srivastava -
38. Journal AGRIWAYS UGC Listed Journal National Journal Dr Naina Srivastava -
39. Journal JI. ENV. BIO- SCI. UGC Listed Journal National Journal Dr Naina Srivastava -
40. Journal JI. ENV. BIO- SCI. UGC Listed Journal National Journal Dr Naina Srivastava -
41. Journal ASIAN RESONANCE UGC Listed Journal National Journal Dr Naina Srivastava -
42. Journal Proceeding of NATIONAL OF PLANT SCIENCE CONFERENCE ON MULTIDISCIPLINAR Y APPROACES VICIA FABA UGC Listed Journal National Journal Dr Naina Srivastava -
43. Book Chapter ABS Books Delhi India N.A National Journal Dr Naina Srivastava -
44. Book Chapter Psychology and Environment Problems and Solutions Dr.Naina srivastava N.A National Dr Naina Srivastava -
45. Book Chapter Psychology and Environment Problems and Solutions Dr.Naina srivastava N.A National Journal Dr Naina Srivastava -
46. Book Chapter Plant resources Plant resources 978 93-90734-67-2 Dr.Naina srivastava N.A National Dr Naina Srivastava -
47. Book Chapter Scientific Advancement, Co-author Dr.Naina srivastava N.A International Dr Naina Srivastava -
48. Book Chapter Environmental Health ,Current Trends and Future Challenges. Dhani Dr.Naina srivastava SCI/ESCI Scopus/Web of Science National Dr Naina Srivastava -
49. Book Chapter .Environmental Health, Current Trends and Future Challenges. Dr.Naina srivastava N.A National Dr Naina Srivastava -
50. Book Chapter Concept of Enviromental science ,Co- author Co author N.A National Dr Naina Srivastava -

Conferences / Seminars / Workshops - Attended

S.No. Category Type By Topic Organized by From Date To Date
1. Seminar Attended National Level Prof Dhananjay Kumar Gupta Environmental Conservation and Sustainable Development Dept. of Zoology, D.A.V. (PG) College, Dehradun 16-03-2024
2. Seminar Attended National Level Prof Dhananjay Kumar Gupta Research in Environment and Biosciences: Current Scenario and Future Perspective Dept. of Zoology, D.A.V. (PG) College, Dehradun 22-06-2018 23-06-2018
3. Seminar Attended National Level Prof Dhananjay Kumar Gupta The Himalian Challenge: Towards Interdisciplinary dialogues for sustainablity and development S.D.S.U University and Doon University, Dehradun 29-11-2017 01-12-2017
4. Seminar Attended National Level Prof Dhananjay Kumar Gupta Environmental Ethics in Man-Nature Relationship Dept. of History, D.A.V. (PG) College, Dehradun 18-11-2016 19-11-2016
5. Seminar Attended National Level Prof Dhananjay Kumar Gupta Environmental Health Vis-a-Vis Human Welfare in Present Scenario Dept. of Zoology, D.A.V. (PG) College, Dehradun 18-04-2016 19-04-2016
6. Seminar Attended National Level Prof Dhananjay Kumar Gupta Society & Sustainable Development in Himalayan States: Perspectives, Problems & Prospects Dept. of Sociology, D.A.V. (PG) College, Dehradun 24-02-2016 25-02-2016

Conferences / Seminars / Workshops - Presented Paper

S.No. Category Type By Topic Organized by From Date To Date
1. Seminar Presented Paper National Level Dr Reena Verma Cultivation conservation and sustainable utilization of Medicinal plants in Uttarakhand Medicinal significance of Terminaliaarjuna 17-03-2025
2. Seminar Presented Paper National Level Dr Reena Verma Environmental Development and Sustainable Development Department of Zoology DAV(PG) College Dehradun 16-03-2024
3. Seminar Presented Paper National Level Dr Reena Verma Biodiversity and its conservation through traditional knowledge system with reference to Uttarakhand S.M.J.N.P.G. College ,Haridwar 07-10-2023
4. Conference Presented Paper National Level Dr Naina Srivastava Strategies and Challenges in Agriculture and Life Science for Food Security and Sustainable Developme nt Agricultural Technology Developme nt society(AT DS )Society Department of Environmen ta l Science, Summer 28-04-2023 30-04-2023
5. Conference Presented Paper National Level Dr Reena Verma Academic Writing :Emerging trends in research Vardhaman College ,Bijnor 11-03-2023 12-03-2023
6. Conference Presented Paper National Level Dr Reena Verma Environmental Degradation of Bio resources in Uttarakhand Department of Botany and Tatva eco club Haridwar and USERC, Dehradun 03-12-2022
7. Seminar Presented Paper National Level Dr Naina Srivastava Department of Bòtany & Tatva Eco- Club ,Harsh Vidya Mandir (P.G) College,Rai si, Haridwar Uttarakhan d Science Education and Research centre (USERC) Dehradun 03-12-2022 03-12-2022
8. Workshop Presented Paper National Level Dr Reena Verma Department of Zoology and Botany ,government post graduate College New Tehri And UCOST S.M.J.N.(P.G) College, Haridwar 23-03-2022 24-03-2022
9. Conference Presented Paper National Level Dr Reena Verma Conservation and Sustainable Development of Himalayan Wetland Ecosystem in Uttarakhand Department of Zoology and Botany ,government post graduate College New Tehri And UCOST 24-12-2021 25-09-2021
10. Conference Presented Paper National Level Dr Reena Verma Climate Change and Water Security:Challenges for Adaptive Water Management Department of Zoology and Microbiology,Chaman lal Mahavidhyalaya,Landhaura(Haridwar) Uttarakhand 05-12-2021
11. Conference Presented Paper National Level Dr Reena Verma Biotechnology and covid-19 Pandemic:Role of Biotechnology in covid vaccine development Uttarakhand Council for biotechnology , Dehradun 04-12-2021
12. Seminar Presented Paper International Level Dr Naina Srivastava Multidisciplinar y Research & Practice(NCMR P- 21) Theme: Advances in Tools and Techniques including ICT for Sustainable Management of Agriculture ,History ,Arts, Sports, Health & Economy. Koshambi foundation of India, Sport, Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar University 12-11-2021 14-11-2021
13. Conference Presented Paper National Level Dr Naina Srivastava 4 th Internation al Conferenc e on Global Approache s in Natural Resource Manageme nt for Climate Smart Agriculture during Pandemic Era of COVID-19 Agricultural Technology Developme nt society(AT DS Internationa l Conference ( with in country) 26-02-2021 28-02-2021
14. Conference Presented Paper National Level Dr Naina Srivastava National conferences on multidisciplinary approaches of plant science Department of botany ,Dolphin in institute of biomedical and natural science 29-10-2019 31-10-2019
15. Conference Presented Paper National Level Dr Naina Srivastava Strategies for Conservation & sustained utilization of biodiversity Uttaranchal university Dehradun,USERC 18-10-2019 19-10-2019
16. Conference Presented Paper National Level Dr Naina Srivastava Recent advancements in natural products chemistry and nanotechnology(RAPC N-2019) UCOST,NSERB, ACT, H.N.B. Garhwal University Srinagar.( 09-09-2019 10-09-2019
17. Conference Presented Paper National Level Dr Naina Srivastava Climate change towards health and agriculture sustaiability Environmental science &engineering CCHAS- 18-02-2019 19-02-2019
18. Conference Presented Paper National Level Dr Naina Srivastava New horizon in green chemistry UCALS Uttaranchal college of applied and life sciences Dehradun, ICGCT 27-11-2018 28-11-2018
19. Conference Presented Paper National Level Dr Naina Srivastava vector borne and zoonotic diseases on 11 National conference of Medical Arthpodology 26-10-2018 27-10-2018
20. Conference Presented Paper National Level Dr Naina Srivastava National seminar on future India :Science&technology The Indian science congress Association kanpur chapter( 23-10-2018 25-10-2018
21. Conference Presented Paper National Level Dr Naina Srivastava Environment and livelihood security for sustainable development Agriculture technology development society (ATDS 20-10-2018 22-10-2018
22. Conference Presented Paper National Level Dr Naina Srivastava The himalayan Challenge :towards interdisciplinary dialogues for sustainability and development Sri Dev Suman Uttarakhand university ,Badshaisthaaul teri arwal with doon university 01-01-1970
23. Conference Presented Paper National Level Dr Naina Srivastava environment and bioscience :current scenario and future perspective Research in Department of zoology UCOST,USERC 01-01-1970
24. Conference Presented Paper National Level Dr Naina Srivastava Research in Department of zoology UCOST,USERC Department of zoology Sahibabad –ALLAHABAD,NESA, SOCIETY OF LIFE SCIENCE,ESDA 01-01-1970
25. Conference Presented Paper National Level Dr Naina Srivastava Advance in agriculture and biodiversity conservation for sustainable development Department of orticulture C.C.S University,meerut U.P 01-01-1970
26. Conference Presented Paper National Level Dr Naina Srivastava NSAIST16,National seminar on ancient Indian science and NSAIT, at IIT Kanpur1.Oct2016 NSAIST16,National seminar on ancient Indian science and NSAIT, at IIT Kanpur1.Oct2016 01-01-1970

Patent

S.No. Name of the Author Title Type Year Status By
1. Naina srivastava and 5 others Biofertilizer for high yield crop and high quality crop Indian 2022 completed Dr Naina Srivastava

Ph.D Awarded Students

S.No. Type Name of Student Registration No. Subject Year of Registration Year of Ph.D Awarded By
1. Pursuing Ms. Ritu Rani Botany 2022 ongoing - Bioactive Potential of some Cucurbita (L.) species Byproducts: Phytochemical Profiling, Green Synthesis of Nanoparticle and Antimicrobial Efficacy against Phytopathogens. - - Dr Naina Srivastava

Projects

S.No. Type Department Name of PI and Co-PI Title of the Project Funding Agency Year Amount Status By
1. UGC Major Project botany - Minor Project:”Studies on Cytotoxic Effects of Malathion and Some Biopesticides on Broad Beans” Minor Project:”Studies on Cytotoxic Effects of Malathion and Some Biopesticides on Broad Beans” 2016 1,25,000/- Completed Dr Naina Srivastava

F.D.P Attendend

S.No. Type Title Organized by By From Date To Date
1. Short-Term Course SHORT TERM COURSE UGC HRDC KUMAUN UGC-HRDC KUMAUN UNIVERSITY Dr Naina Srivastava 27-06-2019 03-07-2019
2. Short-Term Course UGC-HRDC KUMAUN DR. PITAMBER DATT BARTHWAL HINDI ACADEMY UTTARAKHAND DEHRADUN Dr Naina Srivastava 09-01-2019 15-01-2019
3. Short-Term Course SHORT TERM COURSE JNU HRDC NEW DELHI UGC ,HRDC JNU, ,NEW DELHI Dr Naina Srivastava 17-12-2018 21-12-2018
4. Refresher Course REFERSHER COURSE KUMAUN UNIVERSITY UGC-HRDC KUMAUN UNIVERSITY UGC-HRDC KUMAUN UNIVERSITY Dr Naina Srivastava 05-08-2015 26-08-2015
5. Refresher Course REFERSHER COURSE UGC HRDC JAMIA MILIA ISLAMIA Dr Naina Srivastava 03-05-2012 23-05-2012
6. Orientation Course Orientation Programme JNU NEW DELHI UGC HRDC J.N.U NEW DELHI. UGC HRDC J.N.U NEW DELHI. 28.2.11 25.3.11 Dr Naina Srivastava 28-02-2011 25-03-2011
7. Refresher Course RC No: 9642 UGC-ASC, H.P. University, Shimla Prof Dhananjay Kumar Gupta 22-06-2009 11-07-2009
8. Orientation Course Disaster Management LBS National Academy of Administration, Mussoorie Prof Dhananjay Kumar Gupta 20-04-2009 01-05-2009
9. Refresher Course RC No: 6338 UGC-ASC Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi Prof Dhananjay Kumar Gupta 19-09-2005 08-10-2005
10. Orientation Course OC No: 1720 UGC-ASC, LUCKNOW UNIVERSITY, Lucknow Prof Dhananjay Kumar Gupta 01-05-2001 29-05-2001

Projects

S.No. Type Student Name Year By
1. Dissertation Krishna Kumari 2015-16 Prof Dhananjay Kumar Gupta
2. Dissertation Mamta Thakur 2015-16 Prof Dhananjay Kumar Gupta
3. Project Kiran Kumari 2013-15 Prof Dhananjay Kumar Gupta
4. Project Peer Bilal Ahmad Shah 2013-15 Prof Dhananjay Kumar Gupta
5. Dissertation Srishti maithani MSc Botany final year.. 2025 Dr Reena Verma
6. Dissertation Kanchan Semwal MSc Botany final year.. 2025 Dr Reena Verma

Awards / Honours / Recognition Received

S.No. Name Awarded by Awards / Honours Received Year
1. Dr Naina Srivastava Fellowship Award Fellow of Academy of Plant Sciences India (FAPS) .Registration No.47893/88 2021 Fellowship Award Fellow of Academy of Plant Sciences India (FAPS) .Registration No.47893/88 2021 2021

Contribution to Corporate Life / Membership of Professional Bodies

S.No. Type Committee/Membership Name Designation Year By
1. National Life member of REGDS member _ Dr Naina Srivastava