THEME 1 – Next-Gen Techniques for Crop improvement

Next-generation techniques for crop improvement leverage advanced biotechnology, genetics, seed technology and data analytics to enhance crop productivity, Improvement, resilience, and nutritional value. These advanced methods use large-scale genetic data and predictive modelling to accelerate the breeding process to better understand plant growth and development under various conditions. Integrating these technologies refines crop improvement strategies, enabling the development of crops that are better suited to meet global food security challenges in a changing climate. These innovations collectively contribute to productive, and sustainable agricultural systems.

  • Dr. R. Ravikesavan – Director (CPBG)
  • Dr. R. Umarani – Director (Seed Centre)
  • Dr. M. Raveendran – Director (Research)
  • Dr. C. Vanniarajan – Dean, ADAC&RI, Trichy
  • Dr. T. Kalaimagal – Prof. & Head (Genetics & Plant Breeding)
  • Dr. V. Manonmani – Prof. & Head (Seed Science & Technology)
  • Dr. E. Kokiladevi – Prof. & Head (Plant Biotechnology)
  • Dr. A. John Joel – Prof. & Head (Bioinformatics)
  • Ms. J. Jenifer Sylvia – II Ph.D. (Genetics and Plant Breeding)
  • Ms. Aswathy Rajan – II Ph.D. (Plant Biotechnology)
  • Mr. H. Mohamed Shafiq – II Ph.D. (Seed Science and Technology)
  • Ms. J. J. Akhansha – II M.Sc. (Bioinformatics)
  • Ms. S. Divya – II M.Sc. (Bioinformatics)