Swati Choudhary – Revolutionizing Agriculture with Bio-Fungicides From Nature’s Finest

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Experienced researcher holding a PhD in Life Science specializing in plant science, with expertise in developing bio-fungicides using natural formulations. Proficient in experimental design, bioassay development, and data interpretation, dedicated to driving sustainable solutions in agriculture and plant protection.

EDUCATION

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Life Sciences
Banasthali Vidyapith
Thesis Title: “Isolation, Characterization of Bioactive Compound(S) from Select Medicinal Plants to Control Dry Root Rot Disease in Cicer arietinum L.”
Research advisor – Prof. Dipjyoti Chakraborty
Summary: Formulation and Development of Bio-fungicide Using Cassia fistula and Zingiber officinale
Key Focus: Natural product-based fungicide development, microbiological testing, and efficacy analysis
(2019–2023)

Masters in Biosciences (Plant science)
Banasthali Vidyapith
(2017-2019)

Bachelor of Bioscience ([hidden])
Saint Soldier Mahila Mahavidyalaya
(2014-2017)

KEY SKILLS

• Technical Expertise: Bio-fungicide formulation, extraction techniques, bioassays, plant pathogen studies
• Laboratory Techniques: Chromatography, spectroscopy, microbial culturing, statistical analysis
• Software Skills: MATLAB, R, SPSS, OriginPro, ChemDraw, MS Excel, MS Office, MS Project, Advance Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
• Research Skills: Experimental design, data analysis, report writing, scientific communication
• Data Analysis & Visualization: SQL, Python, R, Excel (Advanced), Power BI, Tableau
• Statistical & Analytical Skills: Regression analysis, hypothesis testing, predictive modelling
• Healthcare Data Management: Claims data analysis, formulary coverage insights, pharma market access data
• Project Management: Adherence to workflows, timelines, documentation standards
• Soft Skills: Strong communication, problem-solving, adaptability, teamwork

RESEARCH EXPERIENCE

PhD Researcher
Banasthali Vidyapith
– Formulated a novel bio fungicide using plant-based components
– Conducted extensive bioassays to test the efficacy of formulations against fungal pathogens
– Optimized extraction and purification processes
– Published 2 research papers in peer-reviewed journals
– Assisted in the development of sustainable agricultural products
– Performed microbiological testing and analyzed results for product efficacy
(2019–2023)

PUBLICATIONS AND PRESENTATIONS

• Choudhary, S., & Chakraborty, D. (2023). Antifungal Activity of Cassia fistula L. Extracts Against Macrophomina phaseolina (Tassi.) Goid.: In Vitro Study. Asian Journal of Research in Crop Sciences, 8(4):579-585.
• Choudhary, S., & Chakraborty, D. (2023). Antioxidant Activity, Phenolic and Flavonoid Content of Tecoma stans (L.) Kunth and Zingiber officinales Roscoe of Three Different Extracts. Asian Plant Research Journal, 11(6):119-125.

WORKSHOPS/ SEMINARS/ CERTIFICATIONS

• International Webinar on Research Ethics in Higher Education – February 2022
• International Conference (Bio Sangam 2022) – Poster Presentation on “Efficiency of Different Plant Extracts as Plant Growth Enhancers and Antifungal Agents” – March 2022
• One Week Faculty Development Programme on “Research Essentials” – January-February 2022
• Webinar on “Low-Cost Renewable Energy-Driven Wastewater Treatment Options” – February 2021
• One Week Online National Workshop on “Research Methodology and Data Analysis” – February 2022
• 5th International Conference on “Advances in Smart Agriculture and Biodiversity Conservation for Sustainable Development (SABCD- 2022) – Oral presentation on “Anti-mycotic and phytochemical screening of different medicinal Plant Extract against soil born Pathogen” – March 2022

REFERENCES

1. Professor Dipjyoti Chakraborty
   Dean and Head of Department, Banasthali Vidyapith
   Email: [hidden]
2. Professor Raghvendra Singh Nama
   Head of Department and Lecturer, St. Soldier Mahila Snatkottar Mahavidyalaya
   Phone: [Phone Hidden]

SKILLS

Bio-fungicide, Extraction Techniques, Bioassays, Plant Pathogen Studies, Chromatography, Spectroscopy, Microbial Culturing, Statistical Analysis, MATLAB, R, SPSS, OriginPro, ChemDraw, MS Excel, MS Office, MS Project, Advance Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Experimental Design, Data Analysis, Report Writing, Scientific Communication, SQL, Python, Power BI, Tableau, Regression Analysis, Hypothesis Testing, Predictive Modelling, Claims Data Analysis, Formulary Coverage Insights, Pharma Market Access Data, Project Management, Communication, Problem-Solving, Adaptability, Teamwork

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