🎓 Education:
🏛️ B.Sc. in Botany, Zoology & Chemistry – University of Lucknow, 1993 (1st class). 🏛️ M.Sc. in Botany – University of Lucknow, 1995 (1st class). 🏛️ M.Tech. in Biotechnology – Jadavpur University, Kolkata, 1997 (1st class). 🏛️ Ph.D. in Botany – University of Lucknow, 2004 (Title: Biotechnological approaches for in vitro production of Picroliv from Agrobacterium rhizogenes mediated hairy root culture of Picrorhiza kurroa Royle Ex.Benth).
🌐 Position and Employment:
🏢 Senior Principal Scientist, CSIR-National Botanical Research Institute, Lucknow (From 12th August 2021 – Till Date). 🏢 Principal Scientist, CSIR-National Botanical Research Institute, Lucknow (12th August 2016 – 11th August 2021). 🏢 Senior Scientist, CSIR-National Botanical Research Institute, Lucknow (12th August 2012 – 11th August 2016). 🏢 Scientist C, CSIR-National Botanical Research Institute, Lucknow (12th August 2008 – 11th August 2012). 🏢 Scientist B, CSIR-National Botanical Research Institute, Lucknow (12th August 2005 – 11th August 2008). 🏢 Scientist B, Department of Science & Technology, New Delhi (12th April 2005 – 11th August 2005). 🏢 Sr. Lecturer, Department of Biotechnology, MITS, Gwalior (29th September 2003 – 11th April 2005). 🏢 Research Associate, Institute of Engineering & Technology, Lucknow (3rd September 2002 – 28th September 2003).
🏆 Career Highlights:
🏆 Awarded R3 certificate as a Senior Principal Scientist. 📚 Authored research in biotechnology and botany. 🌐 Engaged in diverse roles contributing to scientific advancements in prestigious research institutions.
🚀 Employment Journey:
Dr. Verma’s journey has taken him from the Department of Biotechnology in Gwalior to CSIR-National Botanical Research Institute, showcasing a dedication to botanical research and biotechnological innovation. 🌱🔍