RP-PIC-CO-1

Mr Rahul Namrata Sanjiv Pawar

Assistant Professor | Dept of Botany

Mr. Rahul S. Pawar is an Assistant Professor (CHB) in the Department of Botany at Vidya Vikas Arts, Commerce & Science College, Samudrapur, District Wardha. He is pursuing a Ph.D. in Botany from Rashtrasant Tukadoji Maharaj Nagpur University and has qualified MH-SET (Life Sciences). He holds an M.Sc. in Botany with specialization in Plant Biotechnology and a B.Ed., with more than seven years of teaching experience. His research interests include Plant Biotechnology, Plant Physiology, Plant Ecology, Ethnobotany, Sustainable Agriculture, and Artificial Light Technology for plant cultivation. He has published six research papers, authored a textbook, contributed to three book chapters, and holds two granted international design patents from the United Kingdom. He has actively participated in national and international conferences, including the 108th Indian Science Congress, and contributes to student mentoring, research, environmental awareness, and science outreach activities.

Basic Information

Qualifications - M. Sc., MH-SET, B. Ed., Ph. D. (Pursuing)

Joined Institution - June 1, 2019

Serving Till - May 31, 2057

Teaching Experience - 7 Years

Specialization - Plant Biotechnology, Plant Ecology, Plant Breeding, Bioinformatics, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology

Contact - 9021819712, pawarrahul064@gmail.com

Research | Publication Work

Research Project

M.Sc. Research Project: Genome-wide Sequence Characterization of Aquaporins in Cotton.

Organization: Jankidevi Bajaj College of Science, Wardha

Patents

  1. Pawar, R. S., Mahakhode, R. H., Shirbhate, N. S. and Dhoble, S. J. Aquaponics Farming Device. United Kingdom Design Patent No. 6375738. Granted on 10 July 2024.
  2. Tayde, P. R., Pawar, R. S., Shirbhate, N. S., Malode, S. N. and Dhoble, S. J. Water Plant-Based Indoor Air Purifier. United Kingdom Design Patent No. 6379761. Granted on 30 July 2024.

Textbook and Book Chapters

  1. Pawar, R. S. (2026). Botany B.Sc. Semester-II (GE/OE), Paper-III: Sustainable Agriculture, based on the NEP-2020 syllabus prescribed by Rashtrasant Tukadoji Maharaj Nagpur University, Nagpur. Dyanpath Publication, ISO 9001:2015.
  2. Pawar, R. S. and Shirbhate, N. S. Sustainable Growth Through the Efficient Use of Agricultural Waste. In Environment—Status and Goals. ISBN: 978-93-91305-75-8.
  3. Pawar, R. S. Moringa: The Miracle Tree of India—A Treasure of Traditional and Medicinal Uses. In An International Textbook of Medicinal Plants of India—An Ethnobotanical Research. ISBN: 978-1-68576-540-8.
  4. Pawar, R. S. Agricultural Sustainability and Role of Organic Farming: A Review Article. In Innovations in Science: Collaborative Research and New Horizons. ISBN: 979-889277470-3.

Research Papers Published in Journals

  1. Yeotkar, S. D., Manwatkar, V. G., & Pawar, R. S. (2025). Effect of Different Fertilizers on Plants: A Review. The Rubrics Journal of Interdisciplinary Studies, 7(2), Special Issue.
  2. Shirbhate, N. S., Pawar, R. S., & Dhoble, S. J. (2024). Effect of Light Emitting Diode on Vegetable Plants Growth and Development. International Journal of Current Engineering and Scientific Research, 11(9), 225–231. DOI: 10.21276/ijcesr.2024.11.9.36.
  3. Pawar, R. S., Parauha, Y. R., Mahakhode, R. H., Shirbhate, N. S., & Dhoble, S. J. (2023). Synthesis and Photoluminescence Properties of NUV-Excited Ba₂MgWO₆²⁺ Phosphor. Bulletin of Materials Science, 46, 228. DOI: 10.1007/s12034-023-03062-7.
  4. Yeotkar, S. D., Manwatkar, V. G., & Pawar, R. S. (2023). Survey on Ethnobotanical Flora of Wardha Region. In Environment: Issues and Challenges. ISBN: 978-93-95494-36-6.
  5. Narule, M. N., & Pawar, R. S. (2021). Green Synthesis of Silver Nanoparticles Using Medicinal Plant Tridax procumbens Fresh Leaves and Biological Activities. International Journal of Green and Herbal Chemistry, 11(1), 29–40.
  6. Manwatkar, V. G., Narule, M. N., & Pawar, R. S. (2021). Detection of Bound Amino Acid in Leaf Extract (LE) and Leaf Protein Concentrates (LPC) of Some Wild and Cultivated Plant Species. Journal of Information and Computational Science, 11(9), 370–385.

Events Attended

  • Participated in the One-Day National Seminar on “Academic Research and Writing in the Digital Era: Understanding Future Writing Trends”, organized by Jijamata Mahavidyalaya, Buldhana, on 17 April 2026.
  • Participated in the One-Day IP Awareness/Training Programme under the National Intellectual Property Awareness Mission, organized by the Intellectual Property Office, India, on 8 April 2026.
  • Participated in the State-Level Workshop on “Intellectual Property Rights in Research and Innovation: From Idea to Impact”, organized by Vidya Vikas Arts, Commerce and Science College, Samudrapur, on 16 February 2026.
  • Participated in the State-Level Workshop on “Ethnobotany in Practice: Identification, Cultivation and Utilization of Medicinal Plants”, organized by Tulaskar College of Pharmacy, Hinganghat, on 20 September 2025.
  • Participated in the National Symposium on “Functional Materials for Sustainable Development”, organized by The National Academy of Sciences, India (NASI), Nagpur Chapter, in association with RTM Nagpur University, Nagpur, in October 2022.
  • Participated in the One-Day Workshop on “Nurturing Research in Academics”, organized by RTM Nagpur University, Nagpur, on 13 October 2022.
  • Participated in the National e-Workshop on “Techniques in Plant Anatomy”, organized by PSGVPM’s SIP Arts, GBP Science and STKVS Commerce College, Shahada, on 29 July 2021.
  • Participated in a Two-Day Online Training Programme on “Municipal Solid & Hazardous Waste Management”, organized by CSIR-NEERI, Nagpur, from 9–10 March 2021.

Events Organized

  • Organized and coordinated various academic, scientific, interdisciplinary, environmental awareness, research, and student development programmes through the Department of Botany and institutional committees.
  • Organized academic and research-oriented programmes including seminars, workshops, practical training, field visits, project-based learning activities, and student research activities.
  • Actively participated in the organization of tree plantation programmes, environmental awareness activities, science outreach programmes, and sustainable development initiatives.
  • Contributed to the organization of programmes related to NEP-2020, biodiversity conservation, plant sciences, intellectual property rights, research methodology, skill development, and environmental sustainability.

Other Contributions to the Fraternity

  • Actively involved in teaching, student mentoring, academic counselling, and research guidance.
  • Contributes to environmental conservation, tree plantation, biodiversity awareness, and sustainable development activities.
  • Promotes innovative teaching methods, ICT-based teaching, digital learning tools, and student-centred education.
  • Participates in science outreach programmes for schools, colleges, and rural communities.
  • Contributes to academic, co-curricular, extension, and community development programmes.
  • Actively involved in research activities related to Plant Biotechnology, Plant Physiology, Plant Ecology, Ethnobotany, LED-based plant cultivation, and Sustainable Agriculture.
  • Participates in academic and institutional activities related to NEP-2020 implementation, curriculum development, examinations, and quality enhancement.
  • Provides academic guidance and mentoring to undergraduate and postgraduate students.
  • Promotes awareness of medicinal plants, environmental conservation, sustainable agriculture, and plant-based technologies.

Local or Professional Body Membership

  • Member, India Science Congress Association.
  • Member, Departmental academic committees and Botanical Society activities.
  • Member, various institutional committees of Vidya Vikas Arts, Commerce & Science College, Samudrapur.
  • Actively involved in academic, scientific, environmental, and community outreach programmes.