Dr. Kazhuhrii Eshuo is an Assistant Professor (Senior Scale, Level 11) at Dhanamanjuri University, where he has been serving since 15 May 2018. With a strong academic foundation in botany and plant taxonomy, he has developed expertise in floristic diversity, conservation biology, and the taxonomy of liverworts and bryophytes. Over the years, Dr. Eshuo has contributed significantly to higher education, research supervision, and departmental academic activities.

Research Contributions

Dr. Eshuo has an impressive research portfolio with 22 publications in reputed journals and edited volumes. His scholarly work prominently features bryophyte taxonomy, biogeography, and ecological studies across Northeast India, particularly Nagaland and Manipur.

Book Chapters

1. Diversity of the genus Heterocyphus Schiffner (Hepaticae) in Nagaland, India — Bishen Singh Mahendra Pal Singh, 2014

2. New distributional record for six species of Bazzania S.F. Gray from Nagaland, India, and their morpho-taxonomic studies — Gour Mahavidyalaya, 2011

These contributions underline his long-standing engagement in field-based taxonomy and documentation of floristic diversity.

Research Projects
Minor Research Project (Completed)

• Title: Study of pollinators and soil nutrients in farms of Kachai Lemon growers

• Role: Co-PI

• Funding Agency: DST, Government of Manipur

• Funding: ₹1.2 lakhs

• Duration: 12 months

Major Research Project (Ongoing)

• Title: Studies on Floristic Diversity, Assessment of RET Plants, and Conservation Strategies in Senapati and Ukhrul Districts, Manipur

• Role: Principal Investigator

• Funding Agency: ANRF, DST, Government of India

• Funding: ₹48 lakhs

• Duration: 3 years

This major project highlights Dr. Eshuo’s leadership in biodiversity research and his engagement with conservation priorities in the Eastern Himalayas.

Workshops, Seminars & Webinars

Dr. Eshuo has actively participated in 18 professional training programs and numerous national and international webinars, covering themes such as gender equality, climate change, taxonomy, academic publishing, NEP 2021, Naga culture, digital learning, and sustainable development.

He has also delivered an oral presentation in an international webinar on “Recent Trends in Autotrophic Cryptogam Research” in 2021, showcasing his research on leafy liverworts of Nagaland.

Academic & Community Engagement

Dr. Eshuo’s academic presence extends to cross-disciplinary webinars, community-focused research on regional plant resources, and active participation in university-level quality improvement initiatives. His work bridges taxonomy with conservation awareness and regional cultural knowledge.

Eligibility for Young Researcher Award

Dr. Kazhuhrii Eshuo is well-suited and eligible for a Young Researcher Award in scientific categories due to the following strengths:

• A strong publication record (22 papers and book chapters) in specialized areas of plant taxonomy and biodiversity.

• Proven ability to handle major government-funded research projects as Principal Investigator (₹48 lakhs).

• Innovative field-based research in floristic diversity, RET species, and ecological documentation in biodiversity hotspots.

• Active national and international academic engagement through webinars, conferences, and presentations.

• Significant contribution to regional scientific development and conservation strategies in Northeast India.

• Demonstrated potential for continued scientific impact, which aligns with the criteria for early-career research excellence.