Early Times Report
JAMMU, June 9: Under the visionary leadership and able guidance of Hon'ble Vice Chancellor, Prof. B.N. Tripathi, the Faculty of Basic Sciences has launched an Expert Lecture Series aimed at enriching academic discourse through interactions with eminent scholars and researchers from across the globe. The series will host national and international experts who will deliver lectures on a wide array of topics in both virtual and offline modes.
The inaugural lecture in the series was delivered by Dr. Gábor Tarcali, Director, Institute of Plant Protection, University of Debrecen, Hungary. Dr. Tarcali spoke on his work on Cryphonectria parasitica (Murrill) M.E. Barr fungus conducted at the University of Debrecen, and elaborated on the biological significance, historical background, global impact, and management strategies associated with the fungus. He also provided insights into the academic environment at the University of Debrecen and explored possible avenues for research and academic collaboration, particularly focusing on Indo-Hungarian partnerships.
During the session, Dr. Sanjay Guleria, Dean, Faculty of Basic Sciences, welcomed the speaker and emphasized the importance of such initiatives in fostering international academic engagement. Dr. Brajeshwar Singh, Head, Division of Microbiology, formally introduced Dr. Tarcali and Dr. Vinod Kumar, Associate Professor moderated the session. The lecture witnessed enthusiastic participation from faculty, students, and researchers, marking a successful beginning to the lecture series.
This initiative reflects SKUAST-Jammu's commitment to academic excellence and global outreach through collaborative learning and knowledge exchange. |
