Bio Summary:
Dr. Shri Kant Tripathi is a distinguished Professor in the Department of Forestry at Mizoram University. Born on January 1, 1964, in Khaira, Mirzapur, Uttar Pradesh, India, he holds a Ph.D. in Ecosystem Ecology, with a focus on dry tropical bamboo ecosystems, from Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi. Dr. Tripathi has extensive experience in forestry and ecology, with a keen interest in biodiversity conservation, carbon sequestration, soil-microbe-plant interactions, soil fertility, crop productivity, and ecosystem sustainability.
Education:
Ph.D. in Ecosystem Ecology, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi (1992)
M.Sc. in Botany, Kumaun University, Nainital (1985)
B.Sc. in Botany, Gorakhpur University, Gorakhpur (1983)
I.Sc. (+2), Board of High School and Intermediate Education, Uttar Pradesh (1981)
High School, Board of High School and Intermediate Education, Uttar Pradesh (1979)
Research Focus:
Dr. Tripathi’s research interests include:
- Ecosystem Ecology
- Biodiversity Conservation
- Carbon Sequestration
- Soil-Microbe-Plant Interaction
- Soil Fertility & Crop Productivity
- Ecosystem Sustainability
Professional Journey:
Dr. Tripathi has a rich international exposure, having visited several countries for research collaborations and assignments. He has held various overseas positions, including Visiting Professor at Hokkaido University, Japan, and collaborations with institutions in England, USA, Nepal, Japan, China, Germany, Austria, Scotland, Wales, Italy, and France.
Honors & Awards:
Fellow, International Society for Tropical Ecology (ISTE)
Fellow, National Institute of Ecology (NIE)
DBT CREST Award 2012-2013
JSPS Fellowship by Ministry of HRD, Japan (2003)
National Award for Excellence in Forestry 2020 by ICFRE, Dehradun
Publications Top Noted & Contributions:
Dr. Tripathi has made significant contributions to the field of ecology, with his work published in reputable journals. He has served as an Academic Editor for the Asian Plant Research Journal and on the Editorial Boards of Biodiversitas, Vegetos, and Environment and Ecology.
Title: Litterfall, litter decomposition and nutrient dynamics in a subtropical natural oak forest and managed plantation in northeastern India
- Authors: RR Pandey, G Sharma, SK Tripathi, AK Singh
- Journal: Forest Ecology and Management
- Volume: 240 (1-3)
- Pages: 96-104
- Year: 2007
- Citations: 258
Title: Soil organic matter and water-stable aggregates under different tillage and residue conditions in a tropical dryland agroecosystem
- Authors: CP Kushwaha, SK Tripathi, KP Singh
- Journal: Applied Soil Ecology
- Volume: 16 (3)
- Pages: 229-241
- Year: 2001
- Citations: 257
Title: Using the sustainable development goals towards a better understanding of sustainability challenges
- Authors: W Leal Filho, SK Tripathi, J Andrade Guerra, R Giné-Garriga, …
- Journal: International Journal of Sustainable Development & World Ecology
- Volume: 26 (2)
- Pages: 179-190
- Year: 2019
- Citations: 248
Title: Variations in soil microbial biomass and N availability due to residue and tillage management in a dryland rice agroecosystem
- Authors: CP Kushwaha, SK Tripathi, KP Singh
- Journal: Soil and Tillage Research
- Volume: 56 (3-4)
- Pages: 153-166
- Year: 2000
- Citations: 204
Title: Litterfall, litter decomposition and nutrient release patterns in four native tree species raised on coal mine spoil at Singrauli, India
- Authors: KP Singh, PK Singh, SK Tripathi
- Journal: Biology and Fertility of Soils
- Volume: 29
- Pages: 371-378
Author Metrics:
He has reviewed papers for various high-impact journals, including Soil Biology and Biochemistry, Environmental Management, Forest Ecology and Management, and others. Dr. Tripathi’s expertise is recognized globally, and he has been actively involved in shaping the scientific discourse in his field.
Research Timeline:
1989-1992: Senior Research Fellowship, CSIR, New Delhi
1993-1999: Research Associateship, UGC, New Delhi
1999-2000: Young Scientistship, DST, New Delhi
2000-2003: Pool Scientist (SRA), CSIR, New Delhi
2002, 2004: Visiting Professor, Hokkaido University, Japan
2003: JSPS Fellow (long term), Hokkaido University, Japan
2008: Visiting Fellow, University of Bayreuth, Germany
2016: Visiting Fellow, Bangor University, Gwynedd
