KATRA: Ms. Anshu Sharma, Ph.D. Scholar, School of Biotechnology, Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University (SMVDU), presented poster entitled “Green Synthesis of Iron Oxide Nanoparticles using Carissa opacaExtract: Potential Applications in Wastewater Treatment, Antimicrobial Activity, and Agriculture” at the International Conference on Advances in Biotechnology, Bioprocessing, and Structural Biology (ICABSB‑2025) held from 11 to 14 December 2025 at the Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee, India in collaboration with Department of Biosciences and Bioengineering, IIT Roorkee, and the Biotech Research Society, India (BRSI)During her poster presentation, Ms. Sharma highlighted that Carissa opaca derived FeO‑NPs constitute effective, sustainable nanomaterials with broad applications in environmental remediation, agriculture, and related fields. Ms. Sharma expressed sincere gratitude to her supervisor, Dr. Indu Bhushan, for her continuous mentorship, scientific guidance, and encouragement.

She also acknowledged the support and research ecosystem provided by Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University, whose state‑of‑the‑art facilities enabled the successful execution of this work. Furthermore, she extended respectful thanks to Prof. Pragati Kumar, Honorable Vice‑Chancellor of SMVDU, whose visionary leadership and commitment to research excellence continue to inspire scholars and foster a culture of innovation.

The conference was attended by approximately 500 students, of whom about 300 participated in poster presentations and the remaining 200 delivered oral presentations. This achievement underscores SMVDU’s growing contribution to front‑line scientific research. SMVDU congratulates Ms. Anshu Sharma for representing the university on an international scientific platform and for her research with meaningful societal impact.

Your voice can reach the world: At JK Monitor, we firmly believe that every well-researched idea has the power to inspire change beyond geographical boundaries. We are delighted to share an encouraging message from one of our esteemed contributors, Dr. Rakesh Verma (J&K Forest Services). “His article, ‘When Trees Become Rights-Bearing Citizens: A Lesson from Canada for India’s Ecological Future,’ published on JK Monitor, received appreciation from La Compagnie des Papillons Bleus, the French non-profit organisation that founded and promotes the Universal Declaration of Tree Rights.”.  Read the message here
In loving memory of Dr. Priya Ranjan: A mentor who treated me like family
A Profound Loss: JK Monitor Mourns the Passing of Founding Chairman Dr. Priya Ranjan

We at JK Monitor are profoundly saddened by the sudden demise of our Founding Chairman, Dr. Priya Ranjan.IN LOVING MEMORY Dr Priya Ranjan

A brilliant mind who studied at Netarhat Residential School and graduated in Electrical Engineering from IIT Kharagpur before earning his PhD from the University of Maryland, Dr. Ranjan chose to return to India and dedicate his life to teaching, research and social good.

His pioneering work in networked systems, AI, robotics and biomedical applications—especially computer-vision tools for early detection of cancer and heart disease—reflected his deep belief that advanced technology must serve humanity.

For more than 15 years at JK Monitor, he remained a loyal friend, mentor and collaborator, marked by rare humility, intellectual integrity and quiet generosity. His passing leaves a void that cannot be filled. Priya, you will be deeply missed. Your life continues to remind us that knowledge finds its highest purpose in the service of others.

— Team JK Monitor

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