Melbourne, December 8: Indian-origin Professor Brajesh Singh of Australia has been awarded the 2023 Dorothy Jones Prize for his significant contributions to understanding terrestrial life and preserving global ecosystems through microbiology. Singh, a global expert in microbial functional ecology at the Hawkesbury Institute for the Environment at Western Sydney University, received the award at the British Medical Association (BMA) House in London.
His research in microbial functional ecology addresses global challenges such as environmental degradation and food insecurity. Singh’s work has identified quantitative relationships between soil diversity and ecosystem functions, exploring their effects under different pressures. The research findings, establishing a causal relationship between soil biodiversity and key ecosystem functions of soil microorganisms and fauna, advance important areas of ecosystem science and inform policy decisions at regional, national and global levels. inform.
Distinguished Professor Brajesh Singh of Western Sydney University has been named as this year’s winner of the Dorothy Jones Prize for microbiology. https://t.co/4iY5g0m6YL@Prof_Braj_Singh@westsyduhie@GlobalCentreLBI@CSIC
— Applied Microbiology International (@AMIposts) December 7, 2023
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Singh’s innovations enhance the efficacy of existing microbial products and provide new tools to manipulate soil and plant microbiomes, benefiting various industries globally. He collaborates with government bodies, intergovernmental organizations and the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) to train stakeholders in sustainable agriculture and support environmentally sustainable food security measures. Singh’s advisory roles include collaborating with the European Commission to increase productivity in the bioeconomy.
The Dorothy Jones Award, named after Dr. Dorothy Jones, recognizes individuals shaping the future of applied microbiology. Singh’s achievements reflect his dedication to advancing scientific knowledge and tackling serious global challenges.
