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Lucknow Botanist Wins Prestigious National Award for Ozone Research
3 Nov
Summary
- Aditya Abha Singh, assistant professor at Lucknow University, awarded AIBS medal
- Recognized for research on maize's response to air pollutant ozone and climate change
- Award presented at 48th All India Botanical Conference in Shillong
In a notable achievement, Aditya Abha Singh, an assistant professor in the botany department of Lucknow University, has been conferred the prestigious Prof YS Murty Medal (2025) by the All India Botanical Society (AIBS). The award was presented during the 48th All India Botanical Conference of the Indian Botanical Society and International Symposium, hosted at North Eastern Hill University (NEHU) in Shillong on October 29-30.
Singh has been honored for her significant research on the responses of C4 plants, particularly maize, to the phytotoxic air pollutant ozone, and its interactive effects under changing climatic conditions, especially rising atmospheric carbon dioxide. Her work has provided valuable insights into the impact of environmental stressors on important crop species, which is crucial for understanding and mitigating the challenges posed by climate change.
The award recognizes Singh's contributions to the field of botany and her dedication to advancing scientific knowledge. Her research findings are expected to have far-reaching implications for the agricultural sector and efforts to ensure food security in the face of a rapidly changing climate.
