DAV University Vice Chancellor Prof. Manoj Kumar Unveils Scopus- Indexed Authored Book on Brassica Vegetables, Published by DAV University Faculty
Jalandhar, 02 November, 2026
Prof. (Dr.) Manoj Kumar, Vice Chancellor of DAV University, officially unveiled the newly
published scholarly book titled ‘Nutritional Biochemistry and Health Benefits of Brassica
Vegetables’. The comprehensive work has been co-authored by Dr Shivam Sharma,
Assistant Professor, and Dr Ashutosh Sharma, Associate Dean, Faculty of Agricultural
Sciences, along with three other distinguished subject experts. The volume bridges crucial
gaps across agricultural science, nutritional biochemistry, and functional biology. Indexed in
the prestigious global database Scopus
(https://www.scopus.com/pages/publications/105053479478), the publication provides
advanced, evidence-based insights into the bioactive compounds, phytochemical profiles, and
therapeutic potential of Brassica crops-such as broccoli, kale, cabbage, and mustard. It
underscores the protective mechanisms of glucosinolates and antioxidants against chronic
lifestyle disorders, oxidative stress, and metabolic diseases, highlighting sustainable dietary
strategies for modern wellness.
Unveiling the Book, Prof. Manoj Kumar congratulated the authors for their scholarly
publication and emphasized that DAV University remains deeply committed to fostering
high-impact interdisciplinary research aligned with global agricultural and public health
priorities. He noted that comprehensive treatises like this serve as vital academic resources
for researchers, dietitians, agronomists, and biotechnology professionals worldwide. Dr
Ashutosh Sharma and Dr Shivam Sharma expressed gratitude to the university leadership for
its continuous encouragement. The publication carries international identifiers: DOI:
https://doi.org/10.2174/97988988160631260101, eISBN: 979-8-89881-606-3, and print
ISBN: 979-8-89881-607-0, making this resource readily accessible online across the globe
