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Dr. Vishnu D. Rajput

Principal Scientist & Head

International Laboratory on Nanobiotechnology & Rhizosphere Bioengineering

Southern Federal University, Rostov-on-Don, Russia

Email: rvishnu@sfedu.ru | rajput.vishnu@gmail.com

Phone: +79185890093 | DOB: 15.03.1981

Professional Summary

Principal Scientist with 20+ years of experience in environmental science, nanotechnology, and sustainable agriculture. Recognized as a top 2% scientist globally (Stanford University). Leading cutting-edge research on nano-bioengineering, soil microbiome restoration, and environmental remediation. Published 581+ papers with H-index 59 and 13,700+ citations. Successfully leading national and international research projects including BRICS, Priority 2030, and Russia-China Mega Projects.

Current Position

Principal Scientist & Head

International Laboratory on Nanobiotechnology and Rhizosphere Bioengineering

Southern Federal University, Rostov-on-Don, Russia

Since: March 2024 (Ongoing)

Responsibilities: Research direction, manuscript preparation, student mentoring, project leadership

Research Expertise

Core Research Areas

  • • Nanotechnology & Nanomaterials
  • • Environmental Remediation
  • • Nano-biochar Technology
  • • Soil Microbiome Engineering
  • • Heavy Metal Contamination

Methodologies

  • • CRISPR Gene Editing
  • • Metagenomics
  • • Phytoremediation
  • • Biochar Fabrication
  • • Rhizosphere Bioengineering

Education

Doctor of Science (D.Sc.) in Natural Science

University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing | 2012-2015

Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Agricultural Biotechnology

Chander Shekhar Azad University of Agriculture & Technology, Kanpur | 2005-2007

Key Achievements

581+

Publications

59

H-Index

13,700+

Citations

2%

Top Scientists

  • Featured in Stanford University's Top 2% Scientists list (2023-2025)
  • Highly Qualified Specialist status (Russian Federation)
  • 2nd Rank in Environmental and Earth Science (Russian Federation)
  • Multiple international awards and recognitions

Awards & Recognition (2020-2025)

  • Breakthrough Research Award 2025 - The Botany Scientist Awards
  • Eminent Scientist of the Year Award 2025 (Nanobiotechnology) - Society of Agricultural Research and Social Development
  • Guest of Honor & Young Scientist Award - Harvest-2025, New Delhi, India
  • Hindustan Harit Kranti Award 2022 - Outstanding contribution in agriculture
  • Best Reviewer Award - Plants Journal (USD 500 cash prize)

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