Dr. Vanya Bawa

Dr Vanya Bawa is a plant scientist with 7+ years of experience in plant breeding, plant biotechnology, horticulture, crop improvement, and plant health research. Skilled in germplasm screening, phenotyping, pathotyping, QTL association mapping, candidate gene identification, and molecular and wet lab techniques, with research focused on yield traits, quality parameters, biodiversity, and resistance to Plant diseases, including Alternaria blight and anthracnose. Experienced in crop monitoring, mother-stock management, plant propagation, disease and pest screening, biosecurity, and sustainable cultivation systems. Recognised for peer-reviewed publications, national and international patent contributions, research mentoring, and curriculum development in genetics, plant physiology, diseases, and plant breeding.