Dr. Hetvi Naik

About

I am a dedicated microbiologist with a strong focus on nanotechnology, plant-microbe interactions, and sustainable agricultural practices. With my Ph.D. specialization in green nanotechnology and plant growth-promoting rhizobacteria (PGPR), I aim to utilize the power of microorganisms and nanoparticles to address pressing challenges in agriculture and environmental science.

My research explores innovative approaches to enhance plant resilience against abiotic and biotic stress through eco-friendly nanomaterials. I have hands-on experience in synthesizing nanoparticles using biological and chemical methods, characterization, in vitro and in vivo plant assays, and advanced analytical techniques to study their effects as well as toxicity analysis.

In addition to my academic pursuits, I am passionate about teaching and mentoring postgraduate and undergraduate students in microbiology, guiding them through fundamental and applied concepts. I have also contributed to the scientific community as a peer reviewer for journals, upholding the quality and rigor of published research.

I am committed to publishing in high-impact Scopus-indexed journals and am enthusiastic about collaborating on multidisciplinary projects that integrate microbiology, nanotechnology, and agriculture. My ultimate goal is to contribute to a sustainable future by advancing scientific knowledge and its practical applications.

Employment

• Turing Biology SME
  2025 - Present

Education

• Uka Tarsadia University Doctor of Philosphy
  2021 - Present
• Veer Narmad South Gujarat University Master of Science
  2018 - 2020
• B.P. Baria science institute Bachelor of Science
  2015 - 2018

Projects & Funding

Projects & funding information is unavailable.

Publications (38)

• Biogenic iron oxide nanoparticles synthesized using Trichoderma spp.: A sustainable approach for fusarium wilt management in tomato
  Protoplasma 2026 DOI: 10.1007/s00709-025-02150-1
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• Biogenic iron oxide nanoparticles synthesized using Bacillus subtilis mitigate salinity stress in rice
  The Patent Office, Government Of India 2025
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• Mycogenic synthesis of iron oxide nanoparticles (IONPs) for managing bacterial wilt in tomato (Solanum lycopersicum) caused by Ralstonia solanacearum: disease suppression, growth promotion and soil health improvement
  New Journal of Chemistry 2025 DOI: 10.1039/D5NJ00337G
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• Mechanistic Insight into Microbially Synthesized Nanomaterial for the Mitigation of Heavy Metal Pollution
  Geomicrobiology Journal 2025 DOI: 10.1080/01490451.2025.2566737
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• Green synthesis of iron oxide nanoparticles using Bacillus subtilis to mitigate salinity stress in rice (Oryza sativa L.) plants and enhance physiological activities
  Environmental Science: Nano 2025 DOI: 10.1039/D4EN01184H
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• Environmental interactions between protists and bacterial communities in hydrocarbon degradation
  Protist 2025 DOI: 10.1016/j.protis.2024.126083
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• Efficacy of carbendazim-loaded chitosan nanoformulation against Nigrospora oryzae and Fusarium ciceri in rice and chickpea: In vitro and in vivo evaluations
  European Journal of Plant Pathology 2025 DOI: 10.1007/s10658-025-03137-7
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• Cronartium
  Compendium of Phytopathogenic Microbes in Agro Ecology Volume 1 Fungi 2025 DOI: 10.1007/978-3-031-81770-0_8
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• Cauliflower Mosaic Virus
  Compendium of Phytopathogenic Microbes in Agro Ecology Vol 2 Viruses and Viroids 2025 DOI: 10.1007/978-3-031-81884-4_9
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• Biogenic iron oxide nanoparticles mitigate cobalt toxicity in rice (Oryza sativa L.) under greenhouse conditions
  Environmental Geochemistry and Health 2025 DOI: 10.1007/s10653-025-02680-w
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