SOMIKA BHATNAGAR
Natural Scientist
Somika is a prominent detail and result-oriented scientist, with over 19 years of experience in Plant Biotechnology, including over 15 years in lead and mentoring team of research staff and scholars. Expert in tissue culture, molecular biology, genetic transformation, production of natural compounds in cell cultures and nanotechnology. Extensive research experience in translational plant research areas like biotech crop development, agroforestry, carbon sequestration, conservation of endangered plant species, biodiversity enhancement, green nanotechnology, in vitro production of economically important bioactive compounds for cosmetic, pharmaceutical and nutraceutical industry. Successful in taking research from labs to large-
scale sustainable commercial setups, with production capacity of over 1 million tissue culture plants per year leading to spin-off company. Natural inclination towards teaching has enabled to consistently train and groom at least 4-5 students and research staff every year during their internship and research. The research work has gained international recognition in terms of presentations