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About The Book

Novhembar Mahinyatil Vigyaanayaatri (Vaigyaanik Jeevan Charitra Sangrah) is an inspiring compilation by Dr. Vitthalrao B. Khyade, a renowned scientist of international repute and the pride of Baramati. This edition of the Science Journal series brings to readers the life stories and achievements of eminent scientists who have contributed immensely to the progress of science and technology. The book highlights scientists who have been honored with the prestigious Shantiswarup Bhatnagar Award in India and the Nobel Prize globally, thus showcasing both national and international excellence in scientific discovery.
Dr. Khyade beautifully interweaves biographical sketches with insights into scientific principles, discoveries, and innovations. His narrative style not only presents facts but also conveys the dedication, curiosity, and perseverance that drive scientific exploration. Drawing inspiration from the industrious honeybee (Apis), he emphasizes the importance of continuous learning, research, and dissemination of knowledge.
An accomplished researcher and prolific writer, Dr. Khyade has published over 300 scientific research papers, including 28 co-authored with Nobel laureates. Through this collection, he aims to popularize science, nurture curiosity among readers, and bridge the gap between scientific knowledge and society. Vigyaanayaatri – November stands as a tribute to the spirit of science and the scientists who shape our world.

About The Author

After working as Junior College teacher (three years at Rajendra Vidyalaya and Junior College, Khandala District- Satara) and Professor in Zoology (thirty-three years at Agricultural Development Trust, Shardabai Pawar Mahila Mahavidyalaya Shardanagar, Malegaon Baramati), Dr. Vitthalrao B. Khyade retired on 31 May, 2023. Use of Juvenoid Compounds; herbal compounds (Digoxin); Stevia Inulin; terpene compounds (including retinol) and acetone extractives of selected plants for rearing the fifth instar larvae of silkworm for commercial silk is the significant contribution of his kind self. Through the research on BSF, his contributions to science directly helped to raise the antiaging formulation. The antimicrobial proteins of BSF have a critical role in enhancement of immunity and he believe to be involved in the treatment of cancer. He is recipient of more than thirty international prestigious awards of best research papers and the best presentations. More than three hundred published research papers are on his credit. Twenty-eight of his publications are with Nobel Laureates. One research scholar had been completed the Ph. D. Degree and two scholars have been completed the M. Phil. Degree through the able guidance of his kind self. Dedication to ADT governance and groundbreaking work in Popularization of Science through “Dr. APIS-Science-Spectrum” served to earn significant citation from Global Society for Health and Educational Growth and “Best Scientist” award of Bharathiar University, Coimbatore. He is passionate and curious about research, literature and writings. For readers to get inspired and fascinated by contents of writings, he used to infuse his writings with passion.