
Biodiversity · Veterinary · Fisheries Science · Life Science/ Zoology
Recent Trends in Indian Limnology and Fishery Science
- Publisher
- Today And Tomorrows Printers And Publisher
- ISBN
- 9788170196822
- Year
- 2021
- Binding
- Hardbound
- Language
- English
- Total pages
- 198
- Ebook
- Not available
About the Book
The book “Recent Trends in Indian Limnology and Fishery Science” provides valuable scientific insights into the current developments and research advancements in limnology and fisheries science in India. It highlights the importance of aquatic ecosystems and their role in maintaining ecological balance, biodiversity and environmental sustainability. The book emphasizes the growing global water crisis and the urgent need for effective water conservation and management strategies. It discusses the importance of limnological research in understanding and protecting freshwater and other aquatic ecosystems. Various research articles, review papers and case studies related to aquatic biodiversity and ecosystem conservation are presented. Special attention is given to the study of plankton, benthic organisms and fish communities in different aquatic environments. The book explores the qualitative and quantitative aspects of aquatic organisms and their ecological significance. It provides insights into the diversity, distribution and population dynamics of aquatic flora and fauna. The importance of fisheries resources in supporting livelihoods, food security and the economy is also highlighted. It discusses various scientific approaches and research efforts aimed at conserving and managing aquatic ecosystems across India. The book emphasizes the role of limnologists and fisheries scientists in addressing environmental challenges and developing sustainable solutions. It encourages further research on aquatic biodiversity, water quality, ecosystem health and sustainable fisheries management. The collected research findings provide a useful foundation for understanding regional and national aquatic conservation challenges. The book serves as a valuable reference for young researchers, academicians, postgraduate students, science enthusiasts and fisheries professionals. Overall, the book aims to promote scientific knowledge, encourage research innovation and strengthen conservation efforts for the sustainable management of India's aquatic ecosystems and fisheries resources.
Recent Trends in Indian Limnology and Fishery Science by Singh, Nirmal et al..
198 pages · English · Published 2021
Subjects: Biodiversity, Veterinary, Fisheries Science, Life Science/ Zoology
About Author
Dr. Nirmal Singh is a young, dynamic and an active researcher. He holds M.Sc. Zoology and Ph.D Zoology Degree from Kumaun University, Nainital. He has published ten research papers in national and international journals with good impact factor. He has six years of teaching experience. He has attended many national and international conferences and won the best poster presentation award in a National Seminar held at Kolkata in 2007 organized by CIFSI. He is among the few researchers in India who have done extensive work on Gambusia holbrooki commonly known as mosquitofish. He is a member of “Gambusia Control Network”, an International Organization which aims at the population control of this nuisance species. He has worked in National Lake Conservation Project (NLCP) for the Conservation and Management of Lake Nainital. Presently, Dr. Nirmal Singh is working as Contractual Lecturer in the Department of Zoology, University of Jammu.
Dr. P. K. Gupta, is one of leading Limnologist from India. Presently, he is Head of the Department of Zoology, D.S.B Campus, Kumaun University, Nainital. He has more than 30 years of research and teaching experience. He has guided 08 Ph.D students. He has published more than 70 research papers in journals of national and international repute. He has handed many minor and major research projects like National Lake Conservation Project (NLCP) of Lake Nainital and other adjoining Lakes and successfully completed them. His guidance remains instrumental in successful completion of this book.
Professor Kuldeep. K. Sharma is one of the eminent researcher and academician from India in the field of Limnology, Fisheries Science and Environmental Sciences. He has worked in the University of Jammu in various administrative capacities viz. Head Department of Zoology, Dean Faculty of Life Sciences, Director DIQA, Incharge Librarian, Member Secretary J & K SET Examination and Chairman Campus Cultural Committee etc. He has more than 35 years of teaching and research experience and guided 30 Ph.D and 25 M.Phil scholars. He has published more than 150 research papers in the journals of International and National repute. He has been honoured with fellowships of many academies i.e Inland Fisheries Scociety of India, Zoological Society of India etc. He is the recipient of Young scientist award from D. S. T. and Gold medal from Z.S.I. He is and has been members of many Academic bodies of various Universities of India like NEHU, Gurukula Kangri Vishwavidyalaya, Haridwar, Uttarakhand, H.N. B. Garhwal, University, Delhin University, Dr. Bhim Rao Ambedkar University, Agra, HemvatiNandan Bahuguna Garhwal University (A Central University) Srinagar (Garhwal) Uttarakhand, Central University of Kashmir, Central University of Jammu, University of Kashmir, University of Jammu. He has been the member of various National Committee of UGC, NAAC, DST and CSIR etc.
Dr. Shvetambri Jasrotia is Assistant Professor in Department of Zoology, Central University of Jammu. She is an aquatic biologist and has worked on varied areas of hydrobiology particularly, cyclomorphosis in plankton of ponds. She is also a Fastrack Young Scientist, DST, New Delhi and working on Ecological Impact Assessment Studies. She has published 16 research papers of national and international repute and written chapters in books.
Content
�Periphytic Diatom flora of the Natural and impounded sections of the Tons R. (Uttarakhand). �Seasonal succession in Planktonic diatom community features in Chandraprabha Dam Reservoir. �Biodiversity and conservation strategies of river Ganga and a threatened catfish species Rita rita in the critical stretch from Haridwar to Kanpur. �Biomanipulation insights: Success vs failures, a review. �Unique Ecosystem of Cold water fishes and coldwater fishery status in India. �Eco-Fishery status of East Kolkata wetlands. �Sustenance of Feeding ecology in aquatic insects. �Conservation strategies for Aquatic resources. �Threats to Aquatic Biodiversity. �Limnological study in Vallabhsagar reservoir, Gujarat (India). �Assessment of water pollution in Tapi River, Gujarat (India). �Macrozoobenthos of freshwater Ecosystems: An Overview. �Evaluation of Water Quality Index of a Floodplain Wetland: A Case study of West Bengal, India. �Biology of Fresh water and Marine Bivalves: An Overview.