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Hire Dr. Damyanti P.

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PhD Biotech | Agrochemicals R&D | Nano Fertilizers & Biostimulants | | Scientific Writing & Research Consulting Expert |

Profile Summary

I am a PhD in Molecular Biology and Biotechnology with over 6 years of research experience in developing nanomaterials for sustainable agriculture, including biodegradable nanofertilizers, controlled-release systems, and plant–nanomaterial interactions. My work focuses on designing eco-friendly nanoformulations and evaluating their impact on plant physiology, nutrient delivery, and stress responses. I have hands-on expertise in plant tissue culture, cell suspension systems, and advanced analytical techniques for nanomaterial characterization and plant response assessment. In addition to research, I offer professional support in scientific writing, editing, and research consulting. I have experience in preparing and reviewing research manuscripts, structuring review articles, and assisting with experimental design and data interpretation. I can help with: Scientific writing and editing (research papers, reviews, theses) Research consulting in nanotechnology, biotechnology, and agriculture Experimental design and data analysis Literature review and manuscript structuring I am particularly interested in short-term, flexible projects and collaborations with researchers, startups, and organizations working in sustainable agriculture and life sciences. I am committed to delivering high-quality, well-structured work with clear communication and timely delivery. I am happy to discuss your project and tailor my support to your specific needs.

Subject Matter Expertise

• ☆ Nanotechnology
• ☆ Botany
• ☆ Plant Physiology
• ☆ Microbiology
• ☆ Biochemistry
• ☆ Biochemical Assays
• ☆ Antioxidants
• ☆ Enzyme Activity Assays
• ☆ Molecular Biology
• ☆ Cell Biology
• ☆ Agronomy & Crop Science
• ☆ Plant Biotechnology
• ☆ Cell Culture

Services

• Writing
• Research
• Consulting
• Data & AI
• Product Development

Writing Technical Writing, General Proofreading & Editing

Research Market Research, Gap Analysis, Scientific and Technical Research, Systematic Literature Review

Consulting Scientific and Technical Consulting

Data & AI Statistical Analysis, Data Processing

Product Development Formulation, Recipe Development, Stability/Shelf Life Testing, Product Evaluation, Product Validation, Quality Assurance & Control (QA/QC), Concept Development, Prototyping

Work Experience

Postdoc

Institute of Plant Genetics, Polish Academy of Sciences

January 2025 - October 2025

Senior Research Fellow

Maharana Pratap University of Agriculture and Technology, Udaipur, Rajasthan

December 2023 - December 2024

Research Associate

Gujarat Biotechnology Research Centre

April 2023 - October 2023

Education

Ph.D (Molecular Biology and Biotechnology)

Maharana Pratap University of Agriculture and Technology

September 2018 - Present

M.Sc (Ag.) Molecular Biology and Biotechnology (Molecular Biology and Biotechnology)

Govind Ballabh Pant University of Agriculture and Technology, Pantnagar, Uttarakhand

July 2016 - 2018

B.Sc.(Horticulture) (Horticulture)

Central Agricultural University, Imphal, Manipur (India), 2016

2012 - 2016

Certifications

• Certification details not provided.

Publications

JOURNAL ARTICLE

Damyanti Prajapati, Ajay Pal, Shiwani Mandhania, Khaidem Aruna Devi, Shanti Kumar Sharma, Harish, Vinod Saharan (2026). Synthesis and evaluation of chitosan functionalized urea nanofertilizer for efficient foliar application: insights into structure and function . Environmental Nanotechnology, Monitoring & Management.

Jitendra Kumar Tak, Vinod Saharan, Shalini Pilania, S. S. Lakhawat, R. A. Kaushik, Virendra Singh, Damyanti Prajapati, S. K. Intodia, Latika Sharma (2024). Chlorocholine Chloride (CCC) Functionalized Chitosan Nanoformulation for Yield Enhancement in Potato (Solanum tuberosum L.) . Journal of Plant Growth Regulation.

Garima Sharma, Damyanti Prajapati, Ajay Pal, Vinod Saharan (2022). Chitosan Nanomaterials for Post Flowering Stalk Rot Control in Maize.

Prajapati, D., Pal, A., Dimkpa, C., Harish, Singh, U., Devi, K.A., Choudhary, J.L., Saharan, V.(2022). Chitosan nanomaterials: A prelim of next-generation fertilizers; existing and future prospects . Carbohydrate Polymers. 288.

Ashok Kumar, Damyanti Prajapati, Khaidem Aruna Devi, Ajay Pal, Urmila Choudhary, Abhay Dashora, Jagdish Choudhary, Harish, Arunabh Joshi, Vinod Saharan(2021). Slow-release Zn application through Zn-chitosan nanoparticles in wheat to intensify source activity and sink strength . Plant Physiology and Biochemistry. 168. p. 272--281. Elsevier {BV}

Pratap Munjabhau Kadam, Damyanti Prajapati, R.V. Kumaraswamy, Sarita Kumari, Khaidem Aruna Devi, Ajay Pal, Harish, Shanti Kumar Sharma, Vinod Saharan(2021). Physio-biochemical responses of wheat plant towards salicylic acid-chitosan nanoparticles . Plant Physiology and Biochemistry. 162. p. 699--705. Elsevier {BV}

Kadam, P.M., Prajapati, D., Kumaraswamy, R.V., Kumari, S., Devi, K.A., Pal, A., Harish, Sharma, S.K., Saharan, V.(2021). Physio-biochemical responses of wheat plant towards salicylic acid-chitosan nanoparticles . Plant Physiology and Biochemistry. 162. p. 699-705.

Kumar, A., Prajapati, D., Devi, K.A., Pal, A., Choudhary, U., Dashora, A., Choudhary, J., Harish, Joshi, A., Saharan, V.(2021). Slow-release Zn application through Zn-chitosan nanoparticles in wheat to intensify source activity and sink strength . Plant Physiology and Biochemistry. 168. p. 272-281.

Sharma, G., Kumar, A., Devi, K.A., Prajapati, D., Bhagat, D., Pal, A., Raliya, R., Biswas, P., Saharan, V.(2020). Chitosan nanofertilizer to foster source activity in maize . International Journal of Biological Macromolecules. 145. p. 226-234.

PATENT

(2022). A method for preparation of control release urea nanoformulation for plants. Government of India.

BOOK CHAPTER

Garima Sharma, Damyanti Prajapati, Khaidem Aruna Devi, Ajay Pal, Vinod Saharan (2022). Chitosan nanomaterials for delivery of micronutrients in plants . Role of Chitosan and Chitosan-Based Nanomaterials in Plant Sciences.

Damyanti Prajapati, Khaidem Aruna Devi, Pooja Chouhan, Ajay Pal, Vinod Saharan (2022). Plant-based nanoemulsions for agricultural application . Bio-Based Nanoemulsions for Agri-Food Applications.

Khaidem Aruna Devi and Damyanti Prajapati and Ashok Kumar and Ajay Pal and Deepa Bhagat and Braj Raj Singh and Alok Adholeya and Vinod Saharan(2020). Smart Nano-Chitosan for Fungal Disease Control . Nanopesticides. p. 23--47. Springer International Publishing