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As home to over 10,000 species of plants, the Himalaya biodiversity hotspot is renowned throughout the world as being a treasure trove of medicinal herbs. The existence of Himalayan medicinal plants, which are thought to be the richest source of active biomolecules, is alarmingly threatened by the rising demand for herbal medicines on the global market. Most of these are threatened due to overexploitation, while some have gone extinct. CONTENTS: About the Authors / Editors: Editors: Rajesh Kumar, PhD Assistant Professor, Department of Biosciences, Himachal Pradesh University, Summerhill, Shimla, India Rajesh Kumar, PhD, is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biosciences at Himachal Pradesh University, Summerhill, Shimla, India. With over 10 years of experience in teaching and research, Dr. Kumar has been teaching animal physiology and applied zoology to postgraduate students and also supervises PhD, MPhil, and MSc students for their research work. His own research activities also include environmental toxicology, waste management, and the impact of environmental degradation on animal physiology. He is an expert lecturer at beekeeping training/extension activities. Dr. Kumar has successfully completed two major research projects and two startup projects sponsored by government agencies and has published many research articles, book chapters, abstracts, and conference papers as well as several books and monographs. He has successfully organized about 20 seminars and conferences and delivered more than 30 invited talks and extension lectures in different institutions. He has received a fellowship for the year 2009-2011 from the University Grants Commission for working on honey/honeybees. He is a life member of the Indian Science Congress, National Bee Board, Applied Zoologists Research Association, and Society for Science & Environmental Excellence, and an affiliate member of the International Society of Zoological Sciences. Dr. Kumar is a Fellow of Himalayan Science and Technology. He has earned 12 awards for his excellent research in honeybees/physiology to date. Dr Kumar is also a reviewer of several journals of national and international repute. He earned his masters degree and PhD in Zoology at Jiwaji University, India. Neha Salaria, PhD Assistant Professor of Biotechnology, Department of Life Sciences, Arni University, Himachal Pradesh, India Neha Salaria, PhD, is an Assistant Professor of Biotechnology in the Department of Life Sciences at Arni University, Himachal Pradesh, India. Her primary areas of expertise lie in microbiology and biotechnology, where she has showcased remarkable proficiency in microbial isolation, screening, antimicrobial research, and tissue culturing. Dr. Neha has authored more than 10 research papers in esteemed national and international journals and contributed to six book chapters. A globe-trotting scholar, Dr. Neha has been an active participant in over 40 national and international conferences, seminars, and workshops. Her research findings have been presented at more than 30 of these events. Furthermore, she has played a pivotal role in organizing national and international faculty development programs (FDPs) and webinars, contributing to the professional development of her peers. Dr. Neha has supervised over 15 MSc students in their dissertation projects. Her contributions extend beyond the laboratory, as she is an active member of various scientific organizations, further establishing herself as a respected figure within the scientific community. Both her masters and doctorate degrees in Biotechnology were awarded by Arni University in Kangra, Himachal Pradesh, India. Indu Kumari, PhD Former Assistant Professor, Department of Life Sciences, Arni University, Himachal Pradesh, India Indu Kumari, PhD, is a former Assistant Professor in the Department of Life Sciences at Arni University, Himachal Pradesh, India. She has several years of rich experience in teaching and research and specializes in animal sciences. She has been involved in a major research project sanctioned by HIMCOSTE (Himachal Pradesh Council for Science, Technology & Environment), Shimla, exploring innovative beekeeping techniques. With expertise in sampling and maintaining cultures for various insects and animals, including silkworms, earthworms, and honeybees, Dr. Indu has an impressive publication record with 20 research papers and four papers in conference proceedings. She has also authored a book and contributed to eight book chapters. She has received three awards in life sciences at national and international levels. Actively engaged in academic discourse, Dr. Indu has presented her research at over 20 national and international conferences and participated in 40 conferences, seminars, and workshops. She has organized webinars and faculty development programs (FDPs) at national and international levels. In her mentoring role, Dr. Indu has guided over 20 MSc students in their dissertation projects. An esteemed member of various scientific agencies, she actively contributes to the advancement of her field. Dr. Indu holds a masters degree from Jiwaji University, Gwalior (M.P.), India, and a PhD in Zoology from Arni University, India. Younis Ahmad Hajam, PhD Assistant Professor, Department of Life Sciences and Allied Health Sciences, Sant Baba Bhag Singh University, Padhiana, Jalandhar, Punjab, India Younis Ahmad Hajam, PhD, is Assistant Professor in the Department of Life Sciences and Allied Health Sciences at Sant Baba Bhag Singh University, Padhiana, Jalandhar, Punjab, India. Dr. Hajam has been teaching graduate and postgraduate students of zoology for the past three years and has been guiding postgraduate and PhD students for their dissertations and theses. He is currently handling a major research project as Principal Investigator and three projects under the HP CM Startup Scheme. Dr. Hajam previously served as a Junior Research Fellow in the Department of Zoology at Guru Ghasidas Central University, Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh, India. Dr. Hajam has received national awards for his contributions in biological science. His current research focus is on therapeutic management for diabetes, polycystic ovarian cancer, melatonin physiology, and antioxidants and natural therapies for other metabolic and endocrine disorders. His specialization is in animal physiology, neuroendocrinology, toxicology, and pharmacology. He is the author of more than 35 research articles (h-index 6; i-index 2; total citation 61) and 30 book chapters, and he has published several books with international publishers. Dr. Hajam has organized, presented, and participated in numerous state, national, and international conferences, seminars, workshops, and symposiums. He has also delivered invited lectures at international conferences. He has served as an editorial board member and reviewer for reputed international journals. He is also a member of the Asian Council of Science Editors. Dr. Hajam is still writing and experimenting with diverse capacities of animals for use in the treatment of various endocrine and metabolic disorders. Dr. Hajam holds a doctorate in Zoology from Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidayalaya (A Central University), Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh, India. |
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