PhD at Institute of Bioresources and Sustainable Development, India
Dr. Yallappa Rajashekar is a distinguished biotechnologist with a Ph.D. in Biotechnology from the University of Mysore (CSIR-CFTRI) in 2011. His academic journey includes an M.Sc. in Zoology (2003) from the University of Mysore and a B.Sc. in Chemistry, Zoology, and Microbiology Honours (1999) from Bangalore University. Recognized for his exemplary contributions, he was honored with the Eminent Young Scientist Award in 2017 by the International Foundation For Environment and Ecology. Additionally, he received the prestigious Prof. T. S. Sadasivan Memorial NABS-Best Research Paper Award in 2016 from the National Academy of Biological Sciences. šš¬
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Education :
Dr. Yallappa Rajashekar currently holds the esteemed position of Scientist-E, showcasing his expertise and leadership in the scientific realm. He earned his Ph.D. in Biotechnology from the University of Mysore (CSIR-CFTRI) in 2011, marking a significant milestone in his academic journey. Prior to this, he completed his M.Sc. in Zoology at the University of Mysore in 2003 and attained a B.Sc. in Chemistry, Zoology, and Microbiology Honours from Bangalore University in 1999. š His dedication to advancing knowledge in biotechnology is evident through his progressive educational background and his current role as a distinguished Scientist-E.
Honours/awards :
Dr. Yallappa Rajashekar has garnered a plethora of accolades throughout his illustrious career. Notably, he received the Eminent Young Scientist Award in 2017 and the Young Scientist Award in 2015 from the International Foundation For Environment and Ecology. His outstanding contributions were further acknowledged with the Prof. T. S. Sadasivan Memorial NABS-Best Research Paper Award in 2016 from the National Academy of Biological Sciences. š Additionally, he was honored with the FSAB and SAB Young Investigator Award in 2012, and in 2011, he earned a Postdoctoral Research Associate title from the Department of Biotechnology (IISc-DBT). His commitment to excellence is exemplified by various prestigious awards, including the SBC Best Poster and Best Oral awards. š
Research Focus :
Dr. Yallappa Rajashekar is a distinguished researcher with a primary focus on the exploration of botanicals as grain protectants. His extensive body of work, spanning various publications, delves into the insecticidal properties of plant extracts, such as those from Decalepis hamiltonii and Lantana camara, for effective grain protection. šæ His research also extends to the development of novel natural insecticides and the mode of action of plant-derived compounds. Dr. Rajashekar’s contributions significantly advance the field of entomology, offering sustainable solutions for pest management in stored grains. šš¬
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1.Botanicals as grain protectants
Cited by: 206 | Year of Publication: 2012
2.Traditional methods of food grains preservation and storage in Nigeria and India
Cited by: 111 | Year of Publication: 2019
3.Insecticidal activity of the root extract of Decalepis hamiltoniiĀ against stored-product insect pests and its application in grain protection
Cited by: 107 | Year of Publication: 2010
4.A single acute hepatotoxic dose of CCl4 causes oxidative stress in the rat brain
Cited by: 91 | Year of Publication: 2015
5.Leaves of Lantana camara Linn.(Verbenaceae) as a potential insecticide for the management of three species of stored grain insect pests
Cited by: 91 | Year of Publication: 2014
6.Acetylcholinesterase inhibition by biofumigant (Coumaran) from leaves of Lantana camara in stored grain and household insect pests
Cited by: 91 | Year of Publication: 2014
7.Main plant volatiles as stored grain pest management approach: A review
Cited by: 64 | Year of Publication: 2021
8.Enhanced fumigant toxicity of allyl acetate to stored-product beetles in the presence of carbon dioxide
Cited by: 60 | Year of Publication: 2007
9.Isolation and characterization of biofumigant from leaves of Lantana camara for control of stored grain insect pests
Cited by: 52 | Year of Publication: 2013
10.2, 3-Dimethylmaleic anhydride (3, 4-Dimethyl-2, 5-furandione): A plant derived insecticidal molecule from Colocasia esculentaĀ var.Ā esculentaĀ (L.) Schott
Cited by: 47 | Year of Publication: 2016