Archana Sharma (botanist)
Prof. Archana Sharma (1932–2008) was a renowned cytogeneticist and cytotoxicologist.[1] Her widely recognized initial contributions include the study of chromosome structure by a new technique. Her research and findings on chromosomal study on flowering plants have led to a new set of perceptions on their classification.[2] She was the founding editor of Nucleus, an international journal of cytology and allied topics. Her book, Chromosome Techniques: Theory and Practice, was acclaimed.[3] and cited. She served as President of the Indian Science Congress[4](1986–87)
Partial list of Awards
- J.C. Bose Award, 1972
- Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Prize, 1975
- Padma Bhushan, 1984[5]
- Birbal Sahni Medal, 1984
- G.P. Chatterjee Award, 1995
- S.G. Sinha Award, 1995
References
- ↑ "Archana Sharma(1932-2008)" (PDF).
- ↑ The Shaping of Indian Science: 1982-2003 (PDF). p. 1669.
- ↑ "Women in Science".
- ↑ "Achievements of Women Scientists and Technologists" (PDF).
- ↑ "Padma Awards" (PDF). Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India. 2015. Retrieved July 21, 2015.
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