Dr. Vani Sree Kalisetti is a distinguished agricultural scientist currently serving as Senior Scientist at AINP on Pesticide Residues & Contaminants since 16 June 2025, continuing to date. She is actively involved in research and postgraduate teaching, contributing significantly to capacity building and advanced scientific training in agricultural sciences. Her professional career reflects a strong integration of applied research, teaching, and scientific leadership.

Research Expertise and Contributions

Dr. Kalisetti has made substantial contributions in the areas of pesticide residues, insecticide resistance, pest management, and maize research. She has published 45 peer-reviewed research articles, demonstrating sustained scholarly productivity and impact. Her work has strengthened understanding of resistance mechanisms in major agricultural pests and supported environmentally sustainable crop protection strategies.

Publications and Knowledge Dissemination

She has authored and edited books, book chapters, bulletins, status reports, and popular articles, highlighting her commitment to both academic and farmer-oriented knowledge dissemination. Notable publications include:

• Books (4), including internationally ISBN-registered titles and institutional retrospectives.

• Book Chapters (7) addressing insecticide resistance, agro-technologies, and editorial contributions to Vyavasaya Panchangam across multiple years.
  These works underscore her role in translating scientific research into practical agricultural advancements.

Awards and Honours

Dr. Kalisetti’s excellence has been recognized through numerous prestigious awards, including:

• Agricultural Scientist Award (2022)

• Professor M. S. Swaminathan Best Scientist Award (2020)

• ICAR – Best Teacher Award (2017)

• Outstanding Women in Agriculture (2017)

• Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan Best Teacher Award (2025)

• Best Employee Award, Best Trainee Award, and Best Oral Presentation Award (2024)
  These accolades reflect her consistent excellence in research, teaching, and service.

Academic Leadership and Scientific Outreach

Dr. Kalisetti has actively organized 18 workshops, seminars, and scientific programmes, contributing to the development of scientific societies and the promotion of agricultural science and technology. She has also presented 10 research papers at national and international conferences, strengthening collaborative research and scientific exchange.

Eligibility for Iconic Researcher Award 

Dr. Vani Sree Kalisetti is highly eligible for the Iconic Researcher Award (Scientific Laurels) due to her outstanding research productivity, leadership in agricultural sciences, impactful publications, and sustained commitment to teaching and scientific outreach. Her extensive record of peer-reviewed publications, books, national-level awards, mentorship of postgraduate students, and active role in organizing scientific programmes clearly demonstrates her influence as a woman scientist advancing agricultural research and innovation. Her career serves as a model of scientific excellence, gender leadership, and societal impact, making her a deserving candidate for this prestigious recognition.