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Dr. Bhagawan Bharali

HOD and Professor
Department of Plant Physiology • College of Agriculture
bhagawan.bharali [at] aau.ac.in Joined: 14 Dec, 1990 HoD Crop Physiology, Dean, FA from time to timr
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Publications
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Projects
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Degrees
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Career Milestones
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Honours & Awards
Academic Background

Education & Career Milestones

Educational Qualifications
BSc. (Agri)
1988
College of Agriculture, AAU, Jorhat
M.Sc (Agri)
1990
Assam Agricultural University, Jorhat
Specialization: Stress Physiology (Low light intensity in kharif rice)
Ph.D.
1999
Imperial College, London University, UK
Specialization: Eco-physiological effects of atmospheric pollutants on terricolous mosses
Other Qualifications
2019
College of Agriculture and Natural Resources, Michigan State University, USA
Specialization: Biofuel
Employment History
Assistant Professor
14-12-1990 – 23-06-1999
Department of Crop Physiology, Faculty of Agriculture, Assam Agricultural University
Jorhat
Associate Professor
24-06-1999 – 28-07-2009
Assam Agricultural Universuty
Jorhat
Principal Scientist
29-07-2009 – 01-09-2013
SRS Buralikson, Assam Agricultural University
Golaghat
Professor & Head
02-09-2013 – Till date
Assam Agricultural Universuty
Jorhat
Research & Scholarship
Scholarly Publications 71 Total Records
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Soibam Helena Devi; Bhagawan Bharali; Prakash Kalita; Ingudam Bhupenchandra; Ramesh Ramasamy; Laimayum Devarishi Sharma; Madhumita Dasgupta (2026). Foliar Zinc Fortification Enhances Morphological, Physiological and Biochemical Properties in Traditional Rice Cultivars Indigenous to the Northeastern Hill Region of India, Journal of Plant Growth Regulation, 0(0), 0–0 DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s00344-026-12365-y
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Sotkiri Bey; Sabinay Das; Bhagawan Bharali; Soibam Helena Devi (2026). Relationship between Yield and Yield Attributing Parameters of Rice (Oryza sativa L.) Crop as Affected by the Bay Leaf (Laurus nobilis L.), Potato (Solanum tuberosum L.) Peel and Banana (Musa species) Peel Extracts under Higher Iron and Manganese in Acid Soil Conditions, Indian Journal of Plant and Soil, 13(1), 11–0 DOI: 10.21088/ijps.2348.9677.13126.2
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Sotkiri Bey (2026). Effects of bay leaf (Laurus nobilis L.), potato (Solanum tuberosum L.) peel and banana (Musa Species) peel extracts on biochemical indices of some upland (Ahu) rice (Oryza sativa L.) crop under higher iron in acid soil condition., International Journal of Environmental & Agriculture Research (IJOEAR), 12(3), 54–0 DOI: doi.10.25125/ijoear-mar-2026-9.
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Sotkori Bey; Bhagawan Bharali; Soibam Helena Devi (2026). EFFECTS OF BAY LEAF (LAURUS NOBILIS L.), POTATO (SOLANUM TUBEROSUM L.) PEEL AND BANANA (MUSA SPECIES) PEEL EXTRACTS ON PHYSIOLOGICAL PERFORMANCE OF SOME UPLAND (AHU) RICE (ORYZA SATIVA L.) CROP UNDER HIGHER IRON IN ACID SOIL CONDITION, International Journal of Environmental & Agriculture Research (IJOEAR) , 12(2), 1–17 DOI: DOI:10.25125/agriculture-journal
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Rajesh Chintey; Rajesh Chintey; Ratna Kinkar Goswami; Bhagawan Bharali; Ranjan Das; Ramani Kanta Thakuria; Raju Prasad Paswan; Pankaj Kumar Debchoudhury (2024). Genotypic Variations of Morpho-physiological Parameters of Rapeseed (Brassica rapa var. Toria) under Rainfed Condition of Assam, Indian Journal of Agricultural Research, 59(6), 890–0 DOI: 10.18805/IJARe.A-6196
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Rajesh Chintey; Ratna Kinkar Goswami; Bhagawan Bharali; Ranjan Das; Ramani Kanta Thakuria; Raju Prasad Paswan; Pankaj Kumar Debchoudhury; Lolesg Pegu (2024). MORPHOLOGICAL VARIATIONS AT DIFFERENT GROWTH STAGES OF RAPESEED (BRASSICA RAPA VAR. TORIA) GENOTYPES UNDER RAINFED CONDITION OF ASSAM INDIA, Plant Archives , 24(2), 127–0 DOI: https://doi.org/10.51470/PLANTARCHIVES.2024.v24.n
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Priyanka Sharma; Bhagawan Bharali (2024). Effects of Nitrogen Aerosols on Biochemical Traits of Some Kharif Rice (Oryza sativa L.) Genotypes, International Journal of Environmental & Agriculture Research (IJOEAR), 10(11), 53–70 DOI: 2024-11-01 00:00:00
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P Das; B Bharali (2024). Effects of Nitrogen on Biochemical indices of Some Winter Rice (Oryza sativa L.) Crop Under Low Light Condition, International Journal of Environmental & Agriculture Research (IJOEAR), 10(8), 77–99 DOI: 10.25125/agriculture-journal
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Rajesh Chintey; Ratna Kinkar Goswami; Bhagawan Bharali; Ranjan Das; Ramani Kanta Thakuria; Raju Prasad Paswan; Pankaj Kumar Debchoudhury (2024). Genotypic variations of phenological and growth parameters in rapeseed (Brassica rapa, var. Toria), Research on Crops , 25(1), 49–56 DOI: 10.31830/2348-7542.2024.ROC-1044
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Kundal Hazarika; Ratna Kinkor Goswami; Bhagawan Bharali; Prakash Kalita; Jogesh Goswami; Borsha Neog; Rajesh Chintey (2024). Genotypic variation of phenological and physiological traits in sweet sorghum (Sorghum bicolor L. Moench), The Pharma Innovation, 13(1), 126–0 DOI: ISSN (E): 2277-7695 ISSN (P): 2349-8242
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Rajesh Chintey; Ratna Kinkar Goswami; Bhagawan Bharali; Ranjan Das; ; Ramani Kanta Thakuria; Raju Prasad Paswan; Pankaj Kumar Debchoudhury (2023). Variation of physiological parameters and yield in rapeseed (Brassica rapa var Toria) genotypes, The Pharma Innovation, 12(12), 132–0 DOI: ISSN(E):2277-7695; ISSN(P)2349-8242
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Nibedita Basumatary; Bhagawan Bharali (2023). Effects of Kinetin, Coconut Milk and Calcium Chloride on Biochemical Indices of Boro Rice (Oryza Sativa L.) in Presence of Higher Manganese Condition of Acid Soil, International Journal of Environmental & Agriculture Research (IJOEAR) , 9(2), 1–12 DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.7685016
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Kundal Hazarika; Ratna Kinkor Goswami; Bhagawan Bharali; Prakash Kalita; Jogesh Goswami; Borsha Neog (2022). Physiological performance of sweet sorghum in Assam, Research in Crops, 23(3), 556–561 DOI: 10.31830/2348-7542.2022.ROC-810
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Gaddameedi Goud Babithraj; Bhagawan Bharali (2021). Inter relationship among economic yield, physiological attributes and nitrogen sulphur status of wheat crop under influence of sulphur aerosols, International Journal of Chemical Studies, 9(1), 2662–2665 DOI: DOI: https://doi.org/10.22271/chemi.2021.v9.i1ak.1
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Aysina Yomso; Bhagawan Bharali (2021). Roles of manganese in plants at physiological and biochemical perspectives, The Farma Innovation Journal, 10(2), 53–66
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Aisina Yomso; Bhagawan Bharali (2021). Effects of Manganese on yield and yield attributing parameters in rice (Oryza sativa L.) crop, Ind. J.of Pure App. Biosci., 9(3), 161–173 DOI: doi: http://dx.doi.org/10.18782./2582-2845.8707.
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Aisina Yomso; Bhagawan Bharali (2021). Effects of manganese on some biochemical indices of rice (Oryza sativa L.) crop in acid soil condition, Ind. J.of Pure App. Biosci., 9(2), 103–114 DOI: doi: http://dx.doi.org/10.18782./2582-2845.8613
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Nguyen Viet Thanh; Bhagawan Bharali (2021). Physiological performance of some rice (Oryza sativa L.) genotypes under salinity stress condition., Journal of Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry, 10(2), 1113–1122
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Bikha Timung; Bhagawan Bharali (2020). Biochemical indicators in upland rice (Oryza sativa L.) under physiological drought condition., Journal of Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry, 9(2), 1825–1833
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Goddameedi Goud Babithraj; Bhagawan Bharali; Anjali Basumatary; Soibam Helena Devi (2020). Responses of wheat (Triticum aestivum L.) genotypes to sulfur aerosols., Journal of Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry, 9(2), 450–457
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Sangita Das; Ranjan Das; Prakash Kalita; Bhagawan Bharali (2020). Developmental processes in hot chilli (Capsicum chinense Jacq.), Plant Physiol. Rep., 0(0), 0–0 DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s40502-020-00522-8
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Nguyen Viet Thanh.; Bhagawan Bharali (2019). Salinity stress on rice (Oryza sativa L.) crop and its amelioration., Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry, 8(6), 1435–1441
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Eshani Borgohain; Bhagawan Bharali; Anjali Basumatary; Kaushik Das (2019). Responses of Some Wheat (Triticum Aestivum L.) Genotypes to N-Aerosols., Journal of Soil Science and Plant Physiology, (Online PUBTEXTO), 1(3), 1–13
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Larbeen Teronpi; Bhagawan Bharali (2019). Management of nitrogen for enhancing physiological efficiency in upland rice (Oryza sativa L.) under water stress condition., Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry, 8(2), 1898–1902
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Larbeen Teronpi; Bhagawan Bharali (2018). Approaches for enhancing nitrogen use efficiency in some upland rice (Oryza sativa L.) genotypes under water stress conditions., International Journal of Environment and Agricultural Research (IJOEAR), 4(1), 17–27 DOI: DOI: 10.25125/agriculture-journal-IJOEAR-DEC-2017-
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Bhagawan Bharali; Bhupendra Haloi (2017). Atmospheric deposition of nitrogen compounds in Assam (India)., International Journal of Environment and Agricultural Research (IJOEAR), 3(3), 43–55
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Bikha Timung; Bhagawan Bharali; Milanjyoti Konwar (2017). Physiological parameters of some upland rice (Oryza sativa L.) genotypes under moisture stress condition, Journal of Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry, 6(6), 1636–1640
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Basanta Bormudoi; Bhagawan Bharali (2016). Effects of light intensity and quality on physiological changes in winter rice (Oryza sativa L.)., International Journal of Environmental and Agricultural Research (IJOEAR) , 2(3), 66–76 DOI: ISSN [2454-1850]
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Minsura Begum; Bhagwan Bharali (2016). Calcium ameliorates Bronzing in rice (Oryza sativa L.) under field condition, Indian Journal of Plant and Soil,, 3(2), 13–22
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Bhagawan Bharali; Bhupendra Haloi; Jayashree Chutia; Sonbeer Chack; Koilash Hazarika (2015). Susceptibility of some wheat (Triticum aestivum L.) varieties to aerosols of oxidised and reduced Nitrogen., Advances in Crop Science and Technology,. , 3(4), 0–0 DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.4172/2329-8863.1000182
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Bhagawan Bharali; Bhupendra Haloi; Pradip Ch.DeyJayashree Chutia; Sonbeer Chack; Koilash Hazarika (2015). Role of oxidised and reduced nitrogen aerosols on productivity of rice (Oryza sativa L.), International Journal of Environment and Agricultural Research (IJOEAR), 1(1), 1–15
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Pranjal Sarma; Bhagawan Bharali (2015). Effects of calcium on physiology of rice under iron toxic condition., Indian Journal of Plant and Soil., 2(2), 42–47
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Bhagawan Bharali; Jeffery Willium Bates (2014). Influences of extracellular calcium and iron on membrane sensitivity to bisulphite in the mosses Pleurozium schreberi and Rhytidiadelphus triquetrus., Journal of Bryology, (British Bryological Society), 26(1), 53–59 DOI: http://doi.org/10.1179/jbr2004.26.1.53.
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Bhagawan Bharali; Jeffery William Bates (2006). Detoxification of dissolved sulfur dioxide (bisulfite) by terricolous mosses., Annals of Botany (Oxford publications), 97(2), 97257–97263 DOI: https://doi.org/10.1093/aob/mcj026
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Bhagawan Bharali; Jeffery William Bates (2002). Soil Cations influence bryophyte susceptibility to bisulphite., Annals of Botany (Oxford publications), 90(3), 337–342 DOI: doi:10.1093/aob/mcf192,
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Bharali, B. (2019). Atmospheric deposition of Nitrogen and physiology of some winter cereal crops.. Lap-Lambert Academic Publishing, Germany. , Omniscriptum S.R.L. Republic of Moldova, Chisina-2068 str. A.Russo 15, of 61., ISBN: ISBN: 978-620-0-326-18-8
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Bharali, B. (2015). Physiology of Rice (Oryza sativa L) crop with reference to Low light.. Lap-Lambert Academic Publishing, Germany. , Omniscriptum S.R.L. Republic of Moldova, Chisina-2068 str. A.Russo 15, of 61., ISBN: ISBN: 978-3-659-75618-4.
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Bharali, B. (2013). Eco-physiology of Terricolous Mosses and Atmospheric Pollutants. Lap-Lambert Academic Publishing, Germany. , Omniscriptum S.R.L. Republic of Moldova, Chisina-2068 str. A.Russo 15, of 61., ISBN: ISBN: 978-3-659-35596-7
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Bharali, B.; Ullah, Z.; Haloi, B.; Chutal, J. and Chack, S. (2016). Phytotoxicity of Oxidised and Reduced Nitrogen Aerosols on Potato (Solanum Tuberosum L. crops, in: Londhe, S.; (Ed.), Sustainable Potato Production and the Impact of Climate Change., ’ IGI –Global.com (USA), IGI Global Information Science (an imprint of IGI Global) 701 E. Chocolate Avenue Hershey PA 17033IGI -Global.com (USA), pp 169–1188, ISBN: ISBN 9781522517153 (hard.
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Bharali, B.; Maibangsa, S.; Baig, M.J.; Pegu, L.; Timung, B.; Das, P.; Pandey, R. and Das, R. (2020). Adaptation of Kharif Rice Crop to Low Light Intensity in Field Condition of Assam, in: Naresh, R.K.; (Ed.), Advances in Agriculture Sciences, AkiNik Publications, New Delhi, Printing Press License No.: F.1 (A-4) press, 2016 New Delhi, pp 135–164, ISBN: 1.      http://doi.org/10.
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Das, S. (2025). Effects of Bay leaf (Laurus nobilis L.), Potato (Solanum tuberosum L.) peel and Banana (Musa species) peel extracts on physiological performance of some upland (Ahu) rice (Oryza sativa L.) crop under higher manganese condition. M.Sc (Agri) thesis submitted to Plant Physiology, Assam Agricultural University, Borbheta, Jorhat-785013
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Bey, S. (2025). EFFECTS OF BAY LEAF (Laurus nobilis L.), POTATO (Solanum tuberosum L.) PEEL AND BANANA (Musa species) PEEL EXTRACTS ON PHYSIOLOGICAL PERFORMANCE OF SOME UPLAND (Ahu) RICE (Oryza sativa L.) CROP UNDER HIGHER IRON IN ACID SOIL CONDITION. M.Sc.(Agri) thesis submitted to Crop Physiology, AAU, Jorhat, AAU, Borbheta, Jorhat-785013
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Borgohain, M. (2023). Effect of Acid Mine Drained Water on Physiology of Rice (Oryza sativa L.) genotypes. M.Sc. (Agri) thesis submitted to Crop Physiology, Assam Agricultural University, Jorhat, AAu, Borbheta, Jorhat-785013, Assam
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Basumatary, N. (2023). EFFECTS OF CYTOKININ AND CALCIUM ON PHYSIOLOGICAL PERFORMANCE OF RICE (Oryza sativa L.) CROP UNDER HIGHER MANGANESE CONDITION. M.Sc.(Agri) thesis submitted to Crop Physiology, AAU, Jorhat, AAU, Borbheta, Jorhat-785013
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Bey, A. (2023). EFFECTS OF CYTOKININ AND SOME ORGANIC ACIDS ON PHYSIOLOGICAL PERFORMANCE OF RICE (Oryza sativa L.) CROP UNDER HIGHER IRON CONDITION. M.Sc.(Agri) thesis submitted to Crop Physiology, AAU, Jorhat, AAU, Borbheta, Jorhat-785013
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Sharma, P. (2023). PHYSIOLOGICAL RESPONSES OF SOME KHARIF RICE (Oryza sativa L.) GENOTYPES UPON APPLICATION OF NITROGEN AEROSOLS. Ph.D thesis submitted to Crop Physiology, AAU, Jorhat, AAU, Borbheta, Jorhat-785013
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Devi, S.H. (2023). PHYSIOLOGICAL AND MOLECULAR RESPONSES OF SOME RICE GENOTYPES TO ZINC APPLICATIONS. Ph.D thesis submitted to Crop Physiology, AAU, Jorhat, AAU, Borbheta, Jorhat-785013
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Yomso, A. (2021). EFFECTS OF MANGANESE ON SOME RICE (Oryza sativa L.) GENOTYPES IN ACID SOIL OF ASSAM . M.Sc. (Agri) thesis submitted to Crop Physiology, Assam Agricultural Universuty, Borbheta
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Dutta, A. (2021). Effects of coconut milk and kinetin on wheat (Triticum aestivum L) under physiological drought condition. M.Sc. (Agri) thesis submitted to Crop Physiology, Assam Agricultural University, Jorhat, AAU, Borbheta, Jorhat-785013, Assam
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Borgohain, E. (2018). RESPONSES OF SOME WHEAT (Triticum aestivum L.) GENOTYPES TO AEROSOLS OF NITROGEN. M.Sc. (Agri) thesis submitted to Crop Physiology, Assam Agricultural Universuty, Borbheta
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Chack, S. (2018). Physiological characterization of some wheat genotypes for higher nitrogen use efficiency and yield potential in Assam. Ph.D thesis submitted to Crop Physiology, AAU, Jorhat, AAU, Borbheta, Jorhat-785013
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Chack, S. (2017). PHYSIOLOGICAL CHARACTERIZATION OF SOME WHEAT (Triticum aestivum L.) GENOTYPES FOR HIGHER NITROGEN USE EFFICIENCY AND YIELD POTENTIAL IN ASSAM. Ph.D. thesis submitted to Crop Physiology, Assam Agricultural Universuty, Borbheta
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Das, P. (2017). PHYSIOLOGICAL CHARACTERISTICS OF SOME RICE (Oryza sativa L.) GENOTYPES FOR HIGHER NITROGEN USE EFFICIENCY UNDER LOW LIGHT CONDITION. M.Sc. (Agri) thesis submitted to Crop Physiology, Assam Agricultural Universuty, Borbheta
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Thanh, N.V. (2017). PHYSIOLOGICAL RESPONSES OF SOME RICE (Oryza Sativa L.) VARIETIES TO SALINITY STRESS. M.Sc. (Agri) thesis submitted to Crop Physiology, Assam Agricultural Universuty, Borbheta
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Timung, B. (2016). NITROGEN USE EFFICIENCY IN SOME UPLAND RICE (Oryza sativa L.) GENOTYPES UNDER MOISTURE STRESS CONDITION. M.Sc. (Agri) thesis submitted to Crop Physiology, Assam Agricultural Universuty, Borbheta
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Teronpi, L. (2016). APPROACHES FOR ENHANCING NITROGEN USE EFFICIENCY IN SOME UPLAND RICE (ORYZA SATIVA L.) GENOTYPES UNDER WATER STRESS CONDITION. M.Sc. (Agri) thesis submitted to Crop Physiology, Assam Agricultural Universuty, Borbheta
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Begum, M. (2004). Effects of Calcium on physiological performance of kharif rice (Oryza sativa L.) under higher iron condition in field.. M.Sc. (Agri) thesis submitted to Crop Physiology, Assam Agricultural Universuty, Borbheta
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Sarma, P. (2002). Effects of calcium on morphophysiology of rice (Oryza sativa L.) under iron toxic condition. M.Sc. (Agri) thesis submitted to Crop Physiology, Assam Agricultural Universuty, Borbheta
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Barmudoi, B. (1995). Effect of low light stress and red light on physiological performance of rice (Oryza sativa L.). M.Sc. (Agri) thesis submitted to Crop Physiology, Assam Agricultural Universuty, Borbheta
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Hazarika, K.; Goswami, R.K.; Bharali, B.; Kalita, P.; Goswami, J. and Neog, B. (2023). National Conference of Plant Physiology, 2023, Physiological and Molecular Approaches for Climate Smart Agriculture, New Delhi , Souvenir Cum, Abstract Book published by ICAR-IARI, New Delhi, Vol. 0(0), - - .
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Devi, S.H. and Bharali, B. (2023). Physiological impacts of Zinc on rice (Oryza sativa L.), International conference entitled 'Next Ge Preparedness for Food Security and Environmental Sustainability', AAU, Jorhat , Abstarct, AAu, Jorhat, Vol. 0(0), - - .
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Bharali, B.; Maibangsa, S.; Pegu, L. and Baig, M.J. (2019). Adaptation of kharif rice crop to low light intensity in field condition of Assam, 213rd ISER International conference on Agricultural and Biological Sciences, Hanoi, Vietnam , IRAJ: www.iraj.in, Institute of Research and Journals, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India, Vol. 0(0), 25 - 25.
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Bharali, B. and Chack, S. (2017). How wheat (Triticum aestinum L.) crop does respond to aerosols of oxidised and reduced nitrogen along with light regime, physiological drought and sub, 2nd International conference on Plant Science & Physiology, Bangkok, Thailand , Journal of Plant Pathology & Microbiology, Delware, USA& London, UK, Vol. 8(5), 26 - 26.
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Chutia, J.; Bharali, B. and Ullah, Z. (2013). Why are aerosols of aerosols of oxodised and reduced nitrogen phytotoxic not alternative fertilizer for potato (Solanum tuberosum L.) crop, National Conference on Climate Change and Climate Resilient Agriculture, B.N.College of Agriculture, AAU, Biswanath Chariali , Agromet Advisory Services, Sonitpur, Biswanath Chariali, Biswanath Chariali, Sonitpur, Vol. 0(0), 116 - 0.
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Bharali, B.; Haloi, B.; Chutia, J. and Dey, P.C. (2012). Atmospheric Deposition of Nitrogen in North East India and its Impacts on Cereal Crop Productivity, BALWOIS conference on Water, Air and Environment, Ohrid, Republic of Macedonia , Marc Morell, BALWOIS Coordinator, Online, Vol. 287(0), 0 - 0.
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Bharali, B. and Bates, J.W. (2010). Bioindication of acid rain by terricolous mosses, Frontiers in Plant Physiology towards sustainable Agriculture, AAU, Jorhat , Department of Crop Physiology, FA/AAU, Jorhat, ISSP, New Delhi in association with AAU, Jorhat, Vol. 0(0), 254 - 260.
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Bharali, B. (). Physiology of Iron toxicity in rice and its amelioration, Dr. Bhagawan Bharali, 2(7), 61-63, Dr.Magar V.G., Solapur, Maharastra
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Bharali, B. (). Bio-monitoring and detoxification of gaseous pollutants in an environment., Dr. Bhagawan Bharali, 2(6), 70-72, Dr.nMagar V.G., Solapur, Maharastra
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Bharali, B. (). A few strategies for Twenty 20 in Agriculture: Dream or reality for its long term sustainability, Agro Cos e-News Letter, 2(5), 4-6, Dr.Magar V.G., Solapur, Maharastra
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Bharali, B. (). Oil pollution and rice fields, The Assam Tribune, 4(294), 20, The Assam Tribune Group, Guwahati, Guwahati
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Bharali, B. (). Bronzing- a serious problem in rice’;, The Assam Tribune, 4(298), 16, The Assam Tribune Group, Guwahati, Guwahati
Sponsored Research
Research Projects 2 Projects
National Agricultural Science Fund (NASF), ICAR Rs. 2388236 Lakh
Understanding mechanisms of tolerance to low light intensity in rice
Implemented in 2016
Ministry of Environment and Forest, Govt. of India Rs. 1043280.00 Lakh
Atmospheric deposition of Nitrogen and productivity of winter cereal crops in Northeast India.
Implemented in 2010
Recognition & Accolades
Achievements & Honours 10 Honours
National Overseas Scholarship for Ph.D.Studies, w.e.f 1995-1999., at Imperial College of Science, London University, UK.
Reviewer Excellence Award, 2016 by,ARCC Journals (Indian Journal of Agricultural Research & Legume Research (An International Journal).
Own externally funded research projects (Ministry of Environment & Forest, GoI, w.e.f 2010-13 as PI



National Agricultural Science Fund, (ICAR), 2016-2019 as PI in collaboration with NRRI, Cuttack, NRCPB & IARI,New Delhi.
Organization of ICCBSA-2018 & ICAR Winter School on stress physiology, 2018, as one of the convenors at Crop Physiology, AAU, Jorhat
Short term (15 days) Training at College of Agriculture and Natural Resources, Michigan State University w.e.f 27th Oct.-10th Nov, 2019 under NAHEP, IDP,.
Acting as full fledged Head, Crop Physiology, w.e.f. 2013 and cont'ed.
Acted as one of the Convenors, International conference on Biodiversity, Food Security, Sustainability and Climate Change (ICBFCC-2003) held at AAU, Jorhat, w.e.f.25-28th April, 2023.
Adjudged 3rd position for presentation of original Ph.D research paper entitled 'Physiological impacts of Zn application under different light regimes in rice (Oryza sativa L.)' authored by S.Helena Devi and B. Bharali, in the International Conference, 'Next-Gen Preparedness for Food Security and Environmental Sustainability' held in November 22-24, 2023 at AAU, Jorhat, Assam
Participated in training programme on 'Human Resource Development' for the Heads of the departments orgainsed by Assam Agricultural University, Jorhat, during 20-21 November 2025.
Particpated and exhibited in the 'Mega Farmers Fair' organised by Assam Agricultural University, Jorhat , during 9-10 January 2026.
Learned Societies
Professional Memberships 4 Societies
Indian Society for Plant Physiologists (ISPP)
Annual Member
1999
Indian Society of Agricultural Biochemists (ISAB)
Annual Member
2008
Alumni Society, Imperial college of Science, Technology and Medicine, London
Honorary Member
1999
International Journal of Environmental & Agriculture Research
Honorary Member
2023
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Department: Plant Physiology
AAU Joining Date: 14 Dec, 1990
Additional Charge: HoD Crop Physiology, Dean, FA from time to timr
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