Academic Qualifications
Dr. Singh holds a Ph.D. in Soil and Water Engineering from Punjab Agricultural University, completed in 2018 with an impressive CGPA of 8.38. His M.Tech. and B.Tech. degrees were also earned from the same institution, showcasing consistent academic performance and a strong foundation in agricultural engineering.
Employment and Research
Currently a permanent Scientist at Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana, Dr. Singh has been involved in significant research projects related to water conservation, geospatial techniques, and soil quality. His research focuses on reservoir capacity loss, water quality assessment, and groundwater recharge, contributing valuable insights into sustainable water resource management.
Honors and Awards
Dr. Singh has received multiple honors, including a University Gold Medal for his Ph.D. research in 2019-2020 and the Best Scientist Award during an international seminar in 2018. His prestigious awards and fellowships underscore his dedication to research excellence.
Publications
Dr. Singh has co-authored multiple peer-reviewed research papers, including notable publications in journals such as Indian Journal of Ecology and Journal of Agricultural Engineering. His work on vegetation monitoring, water stress, and postharvest quality assessment in greenhouse environments demonstrates the practical impact of his research.
Teaching Contributions
With over 13 undergraduate and 6 postgraduate courses taught, Dr. Singh has contributed extensively to education at Punjab Agricultural University. His teaching also extends beyond PAU, where he has taught courses at Mata Gujiri College, further showcasing his expertise and commitment to knowledge dissemination.
Publication Top Notes
Factors affecting the performance of greenhouse cucumber cultivation-a review
Development of a microclimate model for prediction of temperatures inside a naturally ventilated greenhouse under cucumber crop in soilless media
Soilless cucumber cultivation under protective structures in relation to irrigation coupled fertigation management, economic viability and potential benefits-a review
Greenhouse microclimate modeling under cropped conditions-A review
Nutrient and water use efficiency of cucumbers grown in soilless media under a naturally ventilated greenhouse
GIS integrated RUSLE model-based soil loss estimation and watershed prioritization for land and water conservation aspects
A review of three commonly used techniques of controlling greenhouse microclimate
conclusion
Dr. Mahesh Chand Singh’s academic excellence, innovative research, and impactful teaching make him a deserving candidate for the Best Researcher Award.