Dr. Rekha Jangir is a microbiologist, academician, and researcher with expertise in agricultural microbiology, plant pathology, medical microbiology, fermentation technology, and microbial biotechnology. She earned her Ph.D. from the Department of Botany, University of Rajasthan, Jaipur, during 2012–2018, supported by the UGC-BSR Junior Research Fellowship. Her doctoral research focused on “Seed-Borne Bacterial Pathogens of Soybean (Glycine max (L.) Merrill), Their Phytopathological Effects and Disease Management,” addressing important challenges in crop health and agricultural productivity.

She served as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Microbiology at Annasaheb Magar College of Arts, Commerce and Science, Pune District Education Association, Hadapsar, Pune, Maharashtra, from 2024 to 2026. Her teaching responsibilities included agricultural microbiology, fermentation technology, medical microbiology and immunology, food microbiology, bacterial genetics, and practical microbiology courses.

Research Expertise & Scientific Contributions

Dr. Jangir's research interests encompass seed-borne bacterial pathogens, plant disease management, biological control, microbial polymers, pharmaceutical microbiology, and emerging applications of microbial engineering. Her research has contributed to understanding the incidence, transmission, and biological control of Ralstonia solanacearum associated with soybean, as well as evaluating plant extracts against bacterial pathogens affecting lentil.

Her scholarly contributions also include a chapter on xanthan gum in the Springer Nature book Microbial Polymers, alongside chapters addressing crop diseases, soil fertility, CRISPR-Cas technology, functional foods, and pharmaceutical applications of medicinal plants. Her recent work reflects an interdisciplinary interest in artificial intelligence, drug discovery, climate change, and microbial biotechnology.

Research Publications & Intellectual Property

Dr. Jangir has authored research papers and contributed chapters to scientific books and edited volumes. Her publications span agricultural microbiology, plant pathology, pharmaceutical sciences, and applied biotechnology. She has also contributed to research manuscripts and book chapters reported as communicated or in preparation.

A notable achievement is her UK design patent in 2026 for a microbial contamination testing device intended for pharmaceutical use. This achievement demonstrates her engagement with applied scientific innovation and the development of potential practical solutions for microbial quality assessment.

Research Skills & Technical Competencies

Dr. Jangir possesses practical experience in microbiological, biochemical, molecular biological, and immunological techniques. Her technical competencies include microbial isolation, enumeration and identification, aseptic procedures, genomic DNA isolation, plasmid DNA amplification, restriction digestion, ligation, plant tissue culture, ELISA, radioimmunoassay, immunodiffusion, hematological experiments, spectroscopy, and microtomy.

These skills provide a foundation for experimental research, laboratory instruction, and interdisciplinary investigations in microbiology, biotechnology, and life sciences.

Academic Achievements & Professional Recognition

Dr. Jangir has demonstrated academic merit through competitive national examinations and research fellowships. Her achievements include:

• CSIR-NET 2013 — 48th rank.

• ICAR-ASRB-NET qualification in 2013.

• GATE qualification in 2016.

• UGC-BSR Junior Research Fellowship supporting her doctoral research.

• Second and third ranks in state-level hockey tournaments in 2000 and 2001, respectively.

Her participation in national and international scientific conferences includes poster and oral presentations on plant health, biodiversity conservation, biotechnology, and environmental challenges. She has also served on organizing committees for a life sciences symposium in Jaipur in 2017 and a zonal-level Avishkar competition in Pune in 2025.

Teaching, Academic Service & Professional Development

During her academic career, Dr. Jangir has contributed to undergraduate education through theoretical instruction, practical training, internal examinations, and expert assessment in microbiology courses. Her multidisciplinary teaching experience supports the development of students' conceptual understanding and laboratory skills.

Her involvement in scientific conferences, research presentations, and academic organizing committees reflects her commitment to professional development, scientific collaboration, and the promotion of research-oriented education.

Research Interests & Future Contributions

Dr. Jangir's continuing research interests include microbial disease management, agricultural sustainability, pharmaceutical contamination testing, CRISPR-Cas technology, functional foods, and emerging applications of artificial intelligence in life sciences. Her combination of doctoral research, teaching experience, scientific publications, and applied innovation provides a foundation for further contributions to microbiology and interdisciplinary research.

Eligibility for Young Professor Award 

Dr. Rekha Jangir is a suitable candidate for consideration for the Young Professor Award in Scientific Laurels, based on her doctoral research, university-level teaching experience, scientific publications, competitive examination achievements, and contributions to applied microbiology. Her UGC-BSR Junior Research Fellowship, CSIR-NET 48th rank, ICAR-ASRB-NET qualification, and GATE qualification demonstrate her academic commitment and scientific aptitude.

Her research on seed-borne bacterial pathogens and biological disease management, contributions to scientific books and research papers, and 2026 UK design patent for a microbial contamination testing device further strengthen her profile. Her experience teaching undergraduate microbiology courses and participating in scientific and academic committees also demonstrates her engagement with higher education and research development.

Overall, Dr. Rekha Jangir merits consideration for the Scientific Laurels Young Professor Award in recognition of her academic accomplishments, research contributions, teaching experience, and commitment to advancing microbiology, biotechnology, and applied life sciences.