Prof. Namita Singh has been serving as a Professor of Microbial Biotechnology in the Department of Biotechnology since 2016, contributing significantly to both research and teaching in the areas of microbial biotechnology, bioprocessing, environmental microbiology, microbial applications, and industrial biotechnology. With a strong academic foundation supported by early recognitions such as the UGC-JRF (1996) and UGC-SRF (1999), she progressed to advanced research roles through prestigious post-doctoral fellowships in Israel and international research environments, strengthening her global scientific exposure.

Research Contributions & Expertise

Prof. Singh is a distinguished researcher with over 118 research papers, 61 publications in the last three years, 380 MSc theses supervised, 20 PhD theses, 31 funded projects, and more than 300 conference presentations. She has authored and edited several books and proceedings, including the 2025 volumes of the Bioprocessing in Food Science series (Scrivener Publishing).
Her research spans microbial biotechnology, bioprocessing, probiotics, synbiotics, biosensors, environmental biotechnology, and sustainable microbial technologies. She has served as Lead Guest Editor for multiple Special Issues of the Indian Journal of Microbiology, showcasing her leadership in scientific publishing and thematic research directions.

Innovation, Patents & Scientific Leadership

Prof. Singh has contributed to technological innovation, holding a patent (2024) for A Novel and Efficient Method for Deinking During Recycling of Waste Paper, demonstrating her contributions to sustainability and industrial biotechnology.
She has independently organized 44 national and international seminars, workshops, and training programs, establishing her as a key academic leader and research mentor in the microbiology community.

Awards & Recognitions

Prof. Singh’s scientific career is marked by numerous national and international honors, including:

• UNESCO–ASM Fellowship (2000)

• Jacob Bloustine Post-Doctoral Fellowship, Israel (2001)

• EP Odum Gold Medal (2009)

• Asia’s Innovative Academician Award – Microbial Biotechnology (2023)

• AMI–Louis Pasteur Award (2024)

• Multiple best presentation awards in Indian and international scientific forums

These recognitions reflect her impactful scientific contributions, innovation, and academic excellence.

Scholarly Publications & Editorial Contributions

• Books authored/edited: 02

• Proceedings: 04

• Book chapters & edited special issues: 3 Special Issues (2 published, 1 under process)

• Research Papers: 118

• General Articles: 15

• Patent: 01

Her editorial leadership in multiple AMI publications in 2025 further highlights her contribution to disseminating microbial biotechnology knowledge at national and international levels.

Eligibility for the Iconic Professor Award

Prof. Namita Singh is highly eligible for the Iconic Professor Award in Scientific Laurels based on the following grounds:

1. Exceptional Academic Career – Nearly a decade as Professor with strong teaching, mentoring, and leadership credentials.

2. Outstanding Research Output – Over 118 research papers, 61 recent publications, 31 funded projects, and major contributions to microbial biotechnology.

3. Scientific Innovation – A granted patent and impactful research in sustainable technologies.

4. Global Recognition – International fellowships (UNESCO-ASM, Israel), global conference leadership, and editorial roles.

5. Mentorship Excellence – Supervision of over 400 postgraduate dissertations and 20 PhD scholars, contributing significantly to capacity building in biotechnology.

6. Academic Service & Leadership – Organization of 44 scientific events and leadership of multiple special issues in a leading microbiology journal.

7. Consistent Awards Record – Recognitions at national and international levels, including prestigious microbiology and academic excellence awards.

Therefore, her scientific leadership, global impact, sustained research productivity, innovation, and mentorship clearly justify her nomination and strong eligibility for the “Iconic Professor Award in Scientific Laurels.”