Ananna Patra

Dynamic project assistant with a proven track record at ICAR-NINFET, specializing in developing innovative biodegradable materials. Expert in data analysis using R and adept at breeding and phenotyping. Passionate about sustainable solutions, I excel in collaborative environments, driving impactful research that enhances product quality and environmental sustainability.

• 3rd Place in Poster Presentation
  6th National Conference on Innovations in Natural Fibre in the Context of Industry and Agriculture (NCINF 2026) | 03 January 2026; Recognized for research contribution in natural fibre innovation and sustainable biomaterials and Presented work focusing on plant-based fibre applications and performance evaluation
• Best Poster Presentation Award
  Krishi Mantrana 2026 – 2nd International Conclave
  (Sam Higginbottom University of Agriculture, Technology and Sciences, Prayagraj). Awarded for research on “Development of Natural Fibre-Based Green Sanitary Napkin” - 12-14th Feb, 2026.

• Gene Action for Yield and Yield Contributing Traits in Wheat (Triticum aestivum L.), The Pharma Innovation, 09/28/23
• Seed Coating Technology: A Sustainable Approach for Improving Seed Quality and Crop Performance, The Pharma Innovation, 09/19/23
• Textile and Other Industrial Applications of Keratin Biomaterial, International Journal of Bioresource Science, 06/02/24
• Effect of Alkaline Treatment on Structure, Properties and Morphology of Jute Fibre: Last Seven Decades Comprehensive Review, Cellulose Chemistry and Technology, under peer review
• Valorization of Indian Cannabis sativa L. Fibre through Fibrillation and Formation of Ultrathin Tissue Paper, Under review, Carbohydrate Polymer
• Harnessing Wheat's Potential: Insights into Heterosis and Combining Ability for Enhanced Yields, in preparation
• Maize Omics: Classical Breeding to New Breeding Technologies, in preparation
• Eco-Friendly Paper Sheets from Blended Jute and Cinchona Stick Fibres: A Zero-Waste Approach, in preparation
• Green Choices for Household Paper Products: A Comparative Study of Jute, Hemp and Banana Fiber Papers Against Facial Tissue, Serviettes and Kitchen Towels, in preparation
• Effect of Enzyme and Softener Treatments on Fabric Properties, in preparation
• Cottonization of Jute for developing High Value Apparel Textile, in preparation

• Rural Agricultural Work Experience(RAWE), Beekeeping, Mushroom Cultivation, Food Processing, 07/01/21, 08/01/21
• Agri-Technology Advances Learning Program, AgMatrix, VNMKV-Parbhani and MPKV-Rahuri, 03/01/23
• Hands on training on Agriculture Data Analysis using Statistical tools, 04/01/23, LPU, Phagwara
• Advanced Molecular and Microbiology Techniques, SHRM Biotechnologies Pvt. Ltd, 01/01/25, 03/01/25, Madhyamgram, West Bengal, India
• Statistical Analysis Using R, 360 Research Foundation & SR University, 04/01/25
• Power BI for Agri Data, 03/01/25
• Advanced Characterization Techniques for Polymeric Materials, 08/01/25

• Compendium of Seed Science & Technology, Weser Books, 12/01/22
• Advances in Renewable Natural Materials for Textile Sustainability, CRC Press, 12/01/24
• Advances in CRISPR-Based Gene Editing for Sustainable Insect Pest Management, Kripa Drishti Publications, 05/01/24
• Circular Economy in Banana Plant for Textile and Other Applications, Textile Engineering Division Board, 12/01/25