The Department of Botany is dedicated to academic excellence, plant research and environmental awareness. We offer a comprehensive study of Botany and sustainable green technologies through engaging lectures, practical laboratory work and field-based learning. It aims to prepare students for undergraduate, post-graduate and Ph.D. in Botany. Our goal is to foster scientific learning and prepare students for careers in plant sciences and conservation.
Programs/ Courses Offered
| Program/ Course | Duration |
| B.Sc. Botany | 3 Years |
| Certificate Course in Plant Nursery Development and Management | 3 Months |
Faculty
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| Dr. Vilas Vijay Thakare | M.Sc.(Botany), B.Ed., SET, Ph.D. | Asst. Professor, HOD | 15 years | vilasthakare11@gmail.com |
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| Dr. Chandrakant Karbhari Waghchaure | M.Sc.(Botany), Ph.D. | Assistant Professor (C.H.B.) | 7 years | c.waghchaure@gmail.com |
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| Dr. Priya Dilip Lokare | M.Sc.(Botany), Ph.D. | Assistant Professor (C.H.B.) | 3.8 years | priyalokare2@gmail.com |
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| Vanita Madhav Landge | M.Sc.(Botany), SET | Assistant Professor (C.H.B.) | 3 years | vanitasuchitkarpe@gmail.com |
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Departmental Activities
- For the overall development of students and staff, department regularly arranges workshops and Carrier Guidance lectures.
- A Workshop on Eco-friendly Paper Pencil Production
- Carrier Guidance Program- Carrier in Botany on 12th May 2023
- A Workshop on Mushroom Cultivation on 06th February 2025.
Achievements
- Research Collaborations with Department of Chemistry, Shivaji Arts, Commerce and Science College, Kannad, Dist.- Chh. Sambhajinagar E-mail: atishm912@gmail.com
- MoU with Agrohub Mushroom Farm, Sangamner, Dist. - Ahilyanagar