Assist. Prof. Dr Gayatri Sahu, Siksha O Anusandhan University, India
Dr. Gayatri Sahu is an accomplished academician and researcher serving as an Assistant Professor in Soil Science and Agricultural Chemistry at the Institute of Agricultural Sciences, Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan Deemed to be University, Bhubaneswar. Born on 27th March 1992, she holds a strong foundation in agricultural sciences and specializes in soil health and nutrient management. Dr. Sahu has actively contributed to the academic and research ecosystem with more than 20 research publications in reputed journals, several book chapters, and a published book. Her dedication to sustainable agriculture, environmental health, and innovative soil management practices reflects in her extensive participation in national and international seminars, webinars, and training programs. She is also a life member of reputed societies and a recognized ICAR-NET qualifier. Passionate about promoting soil sustainability and climate-resilient agriculture, she continues to shape the next generation of agricultural scientists through her teaching and research initiatives.
Publication Profile
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🎓 Education
Dr. Gayatri Sahu’s academic journey is rooted in excellence across premier Indian institutions. She completed her 10th from B.S.E, Odisha in 2007 with 91.86% and her 12th from C.H.S.E, Odisha in 2009 with 68.66%. Her undergraduate degree, B.Sc. (Ag.) Hons., was earned at OUAT in 2014 with a score of 76.6%. She pursued her Master’s in Soil Science and Agricultural Chemistry at Visva-Bharati University, achieving the highest rank with 90.01% in 2016. She further attained her Ph.D. from Bidhan Chandra Krishi Viswavidyalaya in Agricultural Chemistry and Soil Science in 2019 with 81.6%. Her research focused on nutrient management and organic carbon dynamics. Through specialized courses during her B.Sc., M.Sc., and Ph.D., she built a strong foundation in microbiology, soil biochemistry, agrochemicals, pollution management, and microbial diversity. She also completed various certified training and workshops in GIS, biotechnology, and soil health, reflecting her commitment to continuous learning and academic development.
💼 Experience
Dr. Gayatri Sahu has accumulated comprehensive teaching and field research experience in soil science and agricultural chemistry. She began with six months of rural agricultural work during her B.Sc. (Agri) Hons. at OUAT, followed by one year of field and lab research under the ICAR-NIRJAFT project titled “Performance analysis of Crop Specific Agro-textiles” (2015–2016). Since May 2019, she has been serving as an Assistant Professor at the Institute of Agricultural Sciences, Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan University, Bhubaneswar. Over the past five years, she has been actively involved in undergraduate teaching, curriculum development, mentoring students, and research supervision. Dr. Sahu has organized and participated in more than 40 webinars, national and international conferences, and training programs, and attended specialized winter schools and workshops. Her blend of practical experience, research engagement, and academic instruction has made her a valuable contributor to agricultural education and soil sustainability research in India.
🏆 Honors and Awards
Dr. Gayatri Sahu has received several awards and recognitions for her academic and research excellence. She secured the First Position in M.Sc. (Ag.) from the Department of Soil Science and Agricultural Chemistry at Visva-Bharati University. Her scientific writing excellence was acknowledged when she received the Best Article Award for her publication titled “Implication of Greenhouse Gas Cycling Towards Nutrient Transformation in Agricultural Soil Ecosystem” in the Agriculture and Food E-Newsletter. She has also successfully qualified the ICAR-NET examination held on 19th May 2017, an esteemed credential in Indian agricultural academia. During her undergraduate studies, she was a recipient of the Odisha Merit Scholarship, reflecting consistent academic brilliance. Dr. Sahu is a registered life member of the Indian Academic Researchers Association, Society for Advancement of Human and Nature, and an annual member of the Indian Society of Soil Science, further underscoring her active participation and recognition in the academic research community.
🔬 Research Focus
Dr. Gayatri Sahu’s research primarily focuses on soil health management, integrated nutrient management (INM), climate-smart agriculture, soil organic carbon dynamics, and sustainable farming systems. Her M.Sc. thesis explored INM in lentil-sesame-rice cropping systems on red and lateritic soils, while her Ph.D. research delved into organic carbon pools and saturation deficits in long-term experimental soils. Her scholarly work addresses challenges related to soil degradation, nutrient imbalance, and environmental impacts of agrochemicals. She has authored multiple SCOPUS-indexed articles on balanced nutrient management, conservation agriculture, nanofertilizers, and acid soil amelioration. Her contributions span emerging technologies like biofortification, nano-nutrition, soil carbon sequestration, and regenerative agriculture, aiming to enhance nutrient use efficiency and soil sustainability. Through her active participation in training programs, workshops, and collaborative projects, she continues to contribute significantly to the field of soil science and agro-environmental research, supporting India’s goal of sustainable agricultural intensification and improved food security.
📚 Publications
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📄 Integrated Nutrient Management in Lentil in Red and Lateritic Soils of West Bengal
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📄 Effect of INM on Yield and Microbial Population of Sesame
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📄 Integrated Nutrient Management in Rice in Red and Lateritic Soils
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📄 INM in Lentil-Sesame-Rice System in Red and Lateritic Soils
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📄 Potential Use of Flyash in Agriculture for Soil Health Improvement
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📄 Balanced Nutrient Management on Niger in West Bengal
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📄 Extractability and Availability of Sulphur in Long-term Rice Soils
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📄 Role of Fluoride on Soil, Plant, and Human Health: A Review
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📄 Nutrient Budgeting of Primary Nutrients and Use Efficiency in India
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📄 Climate Smart Agriculture: A New Approach for Sustainable Intensification
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📄 Conservation Agriculture: A Way to Improve Soil Health
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📄 Integrated Nitrogen Management in Yield and Quality of Chilli
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📄 Organochlorine Pesticides’ Impact on Organisms and Environment
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📄 INM in Growth and Yield of Chilli in Odisha
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📄 Balanced Nutrient Management in Blackgram in Red and Lateritic Soils
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📄 Balanced Nutrient Management in Rice in Lateritic Soils
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📄 Silicon Nutrition on Paddy in Acid Lateritic Soils
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📄 Evaluation of Silicon on Paddy in Coastal Odisha
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📄 INM on Groundnut in Acidic Upland of Odisha
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📄 Nano Nitrogen and Nano Zinc Effects on Sweetcorn
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📄 Irrigation and PK Application on Root Traits of Green Gram
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📄 Cultivars and Manures Influence Soil & Yield in Organic Rice
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📄 Yield & Quality of Aromatic Rice under Organic Nutrient Management
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📄 Lime Effect on Soil Acidity and Phosphorus in Acid Soil