Solan, February 14
Prof Sunil Puri, Registrar and Dean Faculty of Science and at Shoolini University, has been conferred the honorary fellowship of the Punjab Academy of Sciences. The prestigious honour was presented to him at the valedictory function of the 27th Punjab Science Congress held at Desh Bhagat University, Mandi Gobindgarh, Punjab.
The honorary fellowship of the Punjab Academy of Sciences is a prestigious recognition awarded to individuals who have made significant contributions to science and academia.
As a distinguished academician and researcher, Prof Puri has published 189 papers and authored 13 books, establishing himself as a leading authority in his areas of expertise. His work encompasses diverse topics such as stress physiology, land use systems, climate impacts, agroforestry, biofuel, and energy conservation.
Furthermore, Prof Puri’s initiatives in education, including the introduction of innovative programmes at Shoolini University and the establishment of the MSc Agroforestry programme at Haryana Agricultural University, have significantly enriched his academic landscape. Prof Puri’s efforts have not only shaped the curriculum but have also influenced teaching methodologies, benefiting students and institutions alike.
Prof Puri’s contributions extend beyond academia, encompassing practical solutions for sustainable land management and environmental conservation. His work on biomass production, carbon storage, and species selection under agroforestry practices has practical implications for mitigating climate change and enhancing ecosystem resilience.
Prof Sunil Puri said, “I feel deeply honoured by the recognition from the Punjab Academy of Sciences. Whatever I have accomplished is all because of Shoolini University, and particularly our Chancellor Prof. PK Khosla, whose mentorship has been invaluable. I am truly humbled to follow in his footsteps.”
The Punjab Academy of Sciences is a distinguished academy known for promoting and advancing scientific research and education in the region. The Academy has awarded its honorary fellowship to one hundred eminent scientists from both India and abroad, who have made substantial contributions to advancing innovation in the fields of Science and Technology.
