This book, "Modern-Day Bird Challenges in India," is a comprehensive exploration of the myriad threats confronting India's bird populations. Authored by dedicated researchers and scholars deeply immersed in the study of avian ecology, the chapters meticulously examine the diverse habitats birds inhabit, the ecological roles they play, and the dire consequences of habitat loss, pollution, climate change, poaching, and human-wildlife conflicts. The motivation for this book arose from an urgent need to highlight the plight of birds amidst India's rapid urbanization and industrialization.
Through rigorous research and field studies, we aim to shed light on the critical issues facing these winged sentinels of our environment. Each chapter delves into specific challenges, offering insights into habitat degradation, the impact of pollutants, the perils of illegal trade, and the intricate dynamics of human-bird interactions.
Mridul Lamba is currently pursuing his PhD at the Department of Zoology, School of Basic and Applied Sciences, Raffles University, Neemrana. His thesis, titled "An Investigation on the Birds Populations & Their Seasonal Variation in Aravalli Region, Rewari (Haryana)," underscores his dedication to advancing bird science. Mridul earned his B.Sc. in Life Sciences from Indira Gandhi University, Rewari in 2020 and his M.Sc. in Biotechnology from Deenbandhu Chhotu Ram University of Science and Technology Sonipat in 2022. He has made significant contributions to research, with three notable research articles and contributions to five book chapters. His outstanding work has been recognized with a first award for an oral presentation. Beyond his academic achievements, Mridul has actively participated in various conferences and workshops, further demonstrating his commitment to his field. He also participated in national and inter-university football tournaments.
Mrs. Sapna Redhu is an PhD Scholar, currently working as a Senior Research Fellow at the Department of Biotechnology, Chaudhary Devi Lal University, Sirsa, Haryana. She holds an MSc in Biotechnology from the same university. Her PhD research focuses on the "Synthesis of Herbal Nanoparticle Conjugate Against Pathogenic Bacterial Strains." Ms. Redhu qualified for CSIR-NET-JRF in 2020 and has progressed from a two-year JRF fellowship to an SRF fellowship. She has also presented her work at an international conference.
Dr. Naveen Kumar is an accomplished researcher and educator with a strong focus on cancer research and immunology. Currently, he is an Assistant Professor at the School of Basic and Applied Sciences, Raffles University. He holds an MSc and PhD, with expertise in the in vivo and in vitro studies of nucleoside analogues on cancer cells. Dr. Kumar has qualified NET-JRF and GATE in Life Sciences and completed his PhD in Zoology (Cancer immunology) from Banaras Hindu University. He is dedicated to advancing scientific knowledge and contributing to the academic community through his innovative research and commitment to high-quality education. Dr. Kumar has published 13 research papers in reputable journals and has presented his findings at various national and international conferences. He is also author of four books Immunology, "Bloodline Battles: Lymphoma and Leukaemia", Innovative teaching and learning pedagogy and Status of fisheries in Haryana.
