Aims of department

The mission of a Botany department typically revolves around the study, conservation, and understanding of plants and their ecosystems. Here are some common goals and missions you might find in a Botany department:

1. Research and Discovery :  Conducting fundamental and applied research to advance knowledge in plant biology, including plant physiology, genetics, ecology, and evolution.
2. Conservation and Biodiversity :  Studying and conserving plant species and ecosystems to maintain biodiversity and understand their role in the environment.
3. Education and Outreach :  Educating students, professionals, and the public about the importance of plants, their role in sustaining life on Earth, and promoting environmental stewardship.
4. Applied Botany :  Applying botanical knowledge to solve real-world problems such as agriculture, forestry, medicine (plant-based medicines), and environmental restoration.
5. Collaboration and Partnerships :  Collaborating with other disciplines (such as environmental science, chemistry, and genetics) and institutions to tackle complex challenges related to plants and their interactions with other organisms.
6. Policy and Advocacy :  Informing policy decisions related to plant conservation, biodiversity, and sustainable land use practices.
7. Technological Advancement :  Utilizing advanced technologies (like genomics, remote sensing, and bioinformatics) to enhance research capabilities and understanding of plant systems.
8. Ethics and Sustainability :  Promoting ethical practices in research and ensuring that botanical activities are conducted in a sustainable manner that respects ecosystems and biodiversity.

Overall, the mission of a Botany department is to deepen our understanding of plants, contribute to conservation efforts, and harness botanical knowledge for the betterment of society and the environment.

Brief History

Department of Botany was established in 1929 under the guidance of Prof. (Dr.) R.L. Nirula and Prof. K.V. Varadpande (First staff members) and Later Dr. L.B. Kajale, Dr. S. A. Paradkar and Shri. A.T. Kapuskar joined the department. The First B.Sc. (Hons.) course were introduced in 1933.

Prof. M.V. Mirashi established a school of Taxonomical and Anatomical studies and prepared a well-established Herbarium of Vidarbha region. This is an outstanding feature of this department and many persons visit the Herbarium for identification of their specimens. Prof. Mirashi was awarded “Best University teacher” in 1979-80. In his memory the Herbarium was named as Prof. Mirashi Herbarium on his first death anniversary.

Dr. (Smt.) S. D. Chitaley, a scientist of International Repute was Head of the Botany Department from 1967 to 1974. She was the pioneer in establishing Palaeobotany in 1967 and Palynology in 1969. She received prestigious Jared Potter Kirtland Award for her contributions in Palaeobotany at USA.

Prof. Dr G. V. Patil joined the department in 1967. He worked as Head of the Department from 1982-1990. In 1993 he was selected as Vice Chancellor of Sant Gadge Baba Amravati University Amravati by honorable Governor of Maharashtra.

Eminent botanist like late Prof. Maheshwari, Prof. Mahabale, Prof. R. Mishra, Prof. K.C. Mehta, Dr K.R. Surange have visited the department. More than 155 students have been awarded Ph.D. degree from this department since 1962 to 2019.

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