Dr. Sapna Devi
Ph.D. in Microbiology, Guru Nanak Dev University

Dr. Sapna Devi specializes in agricultural microbiology, with a focus on developing biocontrol strategies for managing phytopathogens. Her doctoral research involved isolating and characterizing Streptomyces species with potent antifungal properties and optimizing their application in bioformulations. She has extensive expertise in screening endophytic microbes, antimicrobial metabolite extraction and purification, chromatographic techniques, and biosafety evaluations.Beyond her Ph.D. work, Dr. Sapna has contributed to evaluating biofertilizers' role in enhancing soil microbial diversity and plant health, aligning her research with sustainable agriculture practices. Her work integrates microbial-based disease management strategies with crop productivity enhancement. Dr. Sapna has published 8 research articles in peer-reviewed international journals and authored 4 book chapters. She has actively presented her research at national and international conferences.