Silkworm Genetics and Breeding Strategies provides a comprehensive overview of genetic principles, molecular tools, and breeding approaches for improving silkworm productivity and silk quality. It highlights advances in hybridization, trait selection, and biotechnology, offering valuable insights for researchers, students, and professionals in sericulture and sustainable silk production.
Ms. Savitha G is a Ph.D. scholar in Sericulture at UAS, GKVK, Bangalore, supported by an ICAR fellowship. She holds a Master’s from Assam Agricultural University and has published research and review papers, earning recognition for her academic excellence.
Ms. P. Yuvanthi is a Ph.D. scholar in Agricultural Sericulture at UAS, Bangalore. Her research emphasizes plant-based antiviral strategies against BmNPV, integrating molecular biology and phytochemistry to improve silkworm health, disease control, and sustainable sericulture productivity.
Mr. P. Lokesh Kumar is a postgraduate student in Sericulture at Tamil Nadu Agricultural University. He actively engages in research on mulberry accessions and has earned recognition for academic excellence, contributing research papers and popular articles with dedication and enthusiasm.
Mr. Basavaraj Somalingappa Purad is an M.Sc. (Agri.) Sericulture student at Tamil Nadu Agricultural University. His research focuses on silk processing and marketing in Karnataka, with contributions in research, reviews, and sustainable sericulture practices.
Mr. Varun, M.S. is a trained sericulture professional specializing in mulberry improvement and pest management. He has strong research experience, multiple publications, and active participation in scientific forums, reflecting his commitment to academic excellence and innovation.
Mr. Pramod K. is a dedicated sericulture researcher at Forest College and Research Institute, Mettupalayam, specializing in silkworm breeding, diseases, and rearing. His work advances productivity, resilience, and sustainable silk production through innovative research and publications.