Integrative Approaches in Advanced Microbiology presents contemporary developments in microbial sciences by combining classical microbiology with modern molecular, genomic, biotechnological, and environmental approaches. The book offers comprehensive insights into microbial diversity, functions, applications, and emerging innovations, serving as a valuable resource for students, researchers, and academicians.
Dr. Sujeeta Yadav holds a PhD in Microbiology from CCS Haryana Agricultural University, Hisar, India. She qualified GATE (2020, 2023) and secured AIR 65 in CSIR-NET JRF. Her research focuses on waste management, bioactive compounds, antimicrobial applications, nanotechnology, and sustainable technologies. She has widely published scholarly works and received the AFTEFS Young Researcher Award.
Ms. Yamini Bhanot is a committed researcher and academician in Agricultural Microbiology, currently pursuing her Ph.D. at CCS Haryana Agricultural University. Having qualified CSIR-JRF (AIR-150) and gained research experience at ICAR-NRCE, her work focuses on sustainable agriculture, environmental microbiology, and waste valorization. As a co-author of Integrative Approaches in Advanced Microbiology, she advocates innovative microbial technologies and sustainable solutions to address emerging environmental and agricultural challenges. She is also the recipient of the Best M.Sc. Thesis Award.
Ms. Ravina Yadav is a Doctoral Research Scholar in Microbiology at Chaudhary Charan Singh Haryana Agricultural University, Hisar. An ICAR-NET and GATE qualified researcher, she has published several scientific articles and reviews. Her research focuses on microbial biocontrol, plant–microbe interactions, soil microbiota, and sustainable crop protection. She was also twice selected as an INSA Summer Research Fellow.
Dr. Hemant Sharma is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Botany at Dayanand College, Hisar. He holds M.Sc., M.Phil., and Ph.D. degrees from Kurukshetra University and has qualified CSIR-NET. His research interests include Plant Tissue Culture, Plant Biodiversity, and Plant Taxonomy. He has published 25 research papers, authored 5 books and 8 book chapters, secured 2 patents, and received several prestigious awards, including the State Level Teacher Award-2025 and The Eminent Biologist Award.