Faculty

Prof. (Dr.) Arun Karnwal stands as a distinguished Professor of Microbiology at Graphic Era Deemed to be University in Dehradun, India, boasting over 21 years of dedicated teaching and research experience. His expertise spans agricultural microbiology, fermentation technology, microbial enzymes, bioremediation, and biotransformation, driving innovative solutions for global challenges. Academic and Research Achievements Karnwal has authored over 222 publications with a cumulative impact factor exceeding 285, contributed more than 70 book chapters, and edited 13 books or monographs. He holds 7 patents, 9 intellectual property rights (IPRs), and has submitted 32 sequences to NCBI, reflecting his prolific output in high-impact research. In 2024 alone, he published over 30 papers, many in prestigious journals like ACS Omega, Frontiers in Microbiology, and BioMed Research International, focusing on antimicrobial therapies and sustainable biotech. Mentorship and Supervision He has successfully mentored 6 PhD students to award, oversees 1 pre-submitted thesis and additional candidates in final stages, and guided over 85 Master's students. This extensive supervision fosters the next generation of microbiologists, emphasizing practical applications in plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria (PGPR) and probiotics. Latest Recognitions and Awards Inclusion in Stanford's Top 2% Scientists list for 2025 highlights his global influence, celebrated publicly in September 2025. Earlier accolades include the Best Teacher Award (2022-2023) and University Research Awards for excellence (2018-2023). His 2025 efforts feature high-impact publications in journals like Frontiers in Nanotechnology and Scientific Reports, born from collaborations across 13+ countries including the USA, Australia, and Japan. Research Focus and Impact Karnwal excels in PGPR, biosurfactants, nanoparticles for sustainable agriculture, and probiotics, advancing food security, antimicrobial therapies, and environmental remediation. Recent works, such as ""Gold Nanoparticles in Nanobiotechnology"" (ACS Omega, 2024) and international co-authored papers on stress-tolerant bioinoculants, underscore his interdisciplinary approach to biotech innovations. Through global partnerships, he promotes bio-solutions for sustainability, evidenced by ongoing projects in vermicomposting and lipid-producing microbes. Professional Engagement As an ORCID-registered researcher (0000-0001-6514-5647) and active LinkedIn scholar with 3500+ connections, Karnwal engages in editorial roles and international collaborations. His commitment to bioinformatics and sustainable farming positions him as a leader in microbiology.