Kokrajhar: Bodoland University research scholar wins international award in Italy

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KOKRAJHAR: In a significant achievement, Bhoirob Gogoi, a Research Scholar of the Department of Botany, Bodoland University, Kokrajhar, has brought pride and recognition to the university by winning the prestigious MUNA MedLife Award for Best Oral Communication at the 2nd Mediterranean Union annual meeting, held recently in Naples, Italy.

Bhoirob Gogoi was honoured for his oral presentation titled 'Microbial and Biostimulants Assisted Phytoremediation of Nitro-PAHs- A Microcosmic Study.' The research focuses on sustainable and eco-friendly approaches for the remediation of emerging toxic nitro-polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (nitro-PAHs) using plants, microbes, and biostimulants. The study highlights the role of microbial-assisted technologies in improving soil health and promoting long-term environmental sustainability, in alignment with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals SDGs. The research presents innovative solutions for mitigating environmental pollution and makes a significant contribution to the fields of environmental biotechnology and remediation. The work was carried out under the supervision of Prof Hemen Sarma, Head of the Department of Botany, Bodoland University, whose academic guidance and mentorship were instrumental in the successful completion of the study. Prof Sarma, who is also recognized among the top 2% of scientists globally, expressed pride in Gogoi's achievement, noting that such international recognition reflected the growing global impact of high-quality research emerging from Bodoland University.

The MUNA MedLife Award is conferred upon researchers who demonstrate excellence in scientific communication, originality, and innovation. This achievement marks a significant milestone for both Bodoland University and the scientific community of this region. Gogoi's success on an international platform underscores the strength and potential of Indian research in addressing global environmental challenges through sustainable and nature-based solutions. Members of the academic fraternity of Bodoland University have congratulated Bhoirob Gogoi and Prof Hemen Sarma for this notable accomplishment, which is expected to inspire young researchers to pursue high-impact research with international relevance and societal importance.

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