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Dr. Nandan Tayade

Dr. Nandan Tayade

Akola

Summary

Results-driven plant breeding and genetics specialist with over four years of experience in germplasm assessment and plant breeding methodologies. Expertise in data analysis, research trials, and trait-specific breeding using modern technologies. Committed to advancing plant genetic resources through collaborative and results-oriented research.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Research Associate

Centre of Excellence on Digital Technologies for Smart & Precision Agriculture, MPKV.
Rahuri
02.2025 - Current
  • Development and implementation of digital technologies and precision agriculture methods to enhance plant tolerance research, and improve productivity.
  • Execute research trials utilizing digital and IoT-based technologies, with data analysis, to generate valuable interpretations.

Senior Research Fellow

National Bureau of Plant Genetic Resources, Regional Station, Akola
Akola
11.2020 - 02.2025
  • Assessed and detailed 2,600 germplasm samples of linseed to create trait-specific core set.
  • Conducted genetic parameter estimation using advanced analytical tools.
  • Facilitated participatory workshops, leading to improved linseed farming techniques, and increased local farmer engagement.

Junior Research Fellow

Sorghum Research Unit, Dr.PDKV, Akola
Akola
01.2020 - 03.2020
  • Screened desirable mutant lines via mutation breeding for diverse morpho-physiological traits in sorghum.
  • Managed hybrid seed production in sorghum through the efficient generation and maintenance of A, B, and R lines.
  • Implemented trials for improved forage sorghum.

Education

Ph.D. - Genetics and Plant Breeding

Dr. Panjabrao Deshmukh Krishi Vidyapeeth, Akola
Akola
11-2022

Skills

  • Experimental design and data analysis
  • Genetic evaluation
  • Breeding technologies
  • Biometrical genetics
  • Advanced crop management techniques
  • R programming
  • Team collaboration

Languages

Marathi
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Hindi
Proficient (C2)
C2

Affiliations

  • collection of wild, weedy, and plant genetic resources
  • Participation in different conferences, seminars, and symposiums
  • Scientific and technical writing
  • Farming

Accomplishments

  • Cleared ARSB NET
  • Awarded a fellowship for the PhD program
  • Published research papers, books, and book chapters, and a member of various professional societies

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Research Associate

Centre of Excellence on Digital Technologies for Smart & Precision Agriculture, MPKV.
02.2025 - Current

Senior Research Fellow

National Bureau of Plant Genetic Resources, Regional Station, Akola
11.2020 - 02.2025

Junior Research Fellow

Sorghum Research Unit, Dr.PDKV, Akola
01.2020 - 03.2020

Ph.D. - Genetics and Plant Breeding

Dr. Panjabrao Deshmukh Krishi Vidyapeeth, Akola

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