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Dr. Momita Konwar
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Dr. Momita Konwar

Assistant Professor
Department of Apparel and Textile Sciences • College of Community Science
momita.konwar [at] aau.ac.in Joined: 29 Feb, 2016
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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. Home Science
2010
College of Community Science, Assam Agricultural University
MSc, Home Science
2012
College of Community Science, Assam Agricultural University
Specialization: Clothing and Textiles
Ph.D. Community Science
2025
Assam Agricultural University
Specialization: Textiles and Apparel Designing
Employment History
Assistant Professor
29-02-2016 – Till date
College of Community Science, AAU.Jorhat
Jorhat
Research & Scholarship
Scholarly Publications 58 Total Records
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Anima Mandal; Rickey Rani Boruah; Momita Konwar; Sourav Baruah; Ngangbam Vedamani Chanu; Rubi Pranjana Tamuli (2025). Innovating traditional designs on apparel and home décor through fabric printing preserving Madhubani essence, International Journal of Advanced Biochemistry Research, 9(12), 1435–1443 DOI: https://www.doi.org/10.33545/26174693.2025.v9.i12S
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Syeda Sahnaz Yasmin; ; Rickey Rani Boruah; Momita Konwar; Sourav Baruah; Sheikh Wahida (2025). Assessment of consumer preferences towards hand woven kurtis inspired from Assamese motifs, International Journal of Advanced Biochemistry Research, 9(10), 1796–1799 DOI: https://www.doi.org/10.33545/26174693.2025.v9.i10S
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Sourav Baruah; ; Rickey Rani Boruah; ; Momita Konwar; ; Ngangbam Vedamani Chanu; Priyanka Borah (2025). A study on consumer awareness about handloom products with special references to Jorhat district, International Journal of Advanced Biochemistry Research, 9(8), 406–409 DOI: https://www.doi.org/10.33545/26174693.2025.v9.i8Sg
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Priyanka Borah; Rickey Rani Boruah; Nirvikar Shahi; Momita Konwar (2024). Characterization and Application of Punica granatum Rind Dye on Cotton Fabric, Mukut Shabd Journal, 0(0), 1315–1320
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Ngangbam Vedamani Chanu; Rickey Rani Boruah; Momita Konwar; Priyanka Borah (2024). An analytical research on traditional attires of Meitei community of Manipur, International Journal of Advanced Biochemistry Research, 8(7), 582–585 DOI: DOI: https://doi.org/10.33545/26174693.2024.v8.i7g
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Syeda Sahnaz Yasmin; Rickey Rani Boruah; Momita Konwar; Ngangbam Vedamani Chanu (2024). Alkaline extraction of sustainable and ecofriendly natural dye from the bark of Spondius pinnata, International Journal of Research in Agronomy, 7(7), 28–31
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Momita Konwar; Rickey Rani Boruah; Syeda Sahnaz Yasmin; Priyanka Borah (2024). Study on properties of Eri-union fabrics developed with cotton and polyester yarn, International Journal of Advanced Biochemistry Research, 8(7), 365–368 DOI: https://doi.org/10.33545/26174693.2024.v8.i7Se.15
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Shradhasmita Dutta; Rickey Rani Boruah; Momita Konwar; Pinki Gogoi; Anima Mandal; Priyanka Borah (2023). Study on mechanical and comfort properties of mulberry silk union fabric, The Pharma Innovation, 12(7), 2317–2321
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Rubi Pranjana Tamuli; Rickey Rani Boruah; Momita Konwar; Pinki Gogoi; Priyanka Borah (2023). Optimization and application of “Rubia cordifolia” in Eri silk with alum and myrobalan mordant, The Pharma Innovation, 12(10), 326–329
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Pinki Gogoi; Rickey Rani Boruah; Momita Konwar; Shradhasmita Dutta; Rubi Pranjana Tamuli; Priyanka Borah (2023). Extraction of dye from eucalyptus bark for dyeing of silk using natural mordant, The Pharma Innovation, 12(9), 2292–2296
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Priyanka Borah; Rickey Rani Boruah; Momita Konwar; Sourav Baruah; Shradhasmita Dutta (2023). Evaluation of colourfastness properties of cotton fabric dyed with pomegranate rind extract dye, The Pharma Innovation, 12(8), 2127–2131
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Anima Mandal; Rickey Rani Boruah; Momita Konwar; Sourav Baruah; Ng Basanti Chanu; Shradhasmita Dutta (2022). Documentation on traditional Madhubani painting of Mithila Bihar, The Pharma Innovation, 0(0), 2099–2102
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Dilowar Hussain; Satvinder Kaur; Rickey Rani Boruah; Smita Bhuyan; Momita Konwar; Sulekha Doley (2022). Effect of wet processing on chemical characterization of sugarcane bagasse, The Pharma Innovation Journal, 0(0), 26–31
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Rickey Rani Boruah; MOMITA KONWAR (2021). Handloom and Handloom Industry: A Review, International Journal of Pure & Applied Bioscience, 9(3), 136–139 DOI: DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.18782/2582-2845.8667
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Rickey Rani Boruah; MOMITA KONWAR (2020). SWOT analysis of handloom weaving units of Assam, Asian Journal of Home Science, 15(2), 345–347 DOI: DOI: 10.15740/HAS/AJHS/15.2/ 345-347.
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Sulekha Doley; Rickey Rani Boruah; MOMITA KONWAR (2020). Study on Awareness of Consumers about Dye Related Problems, International Journal of Current Microbiology and Applied Sciences, 9(12), 1–6 DOI: https://doi.org/10.20546/ijcmas.2020.912.xx
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MOMITA KONWAR; Satvinder Kaur; Rickey Rani Boruah (2020). Development of Eri union fabrics for diversified products, International Journal of Chemical Studies, 8(3), 1407–1411 DOI: DOI: https://doi.org/10.22271/chemi.2020.v8.i3s.93
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MOMITA KONWAR; Rickey Rani Boruah (2020). Textile Industry and Its Environmental Impacts: A Review, International Journal of Pure & Applied Bioscience, 8(3), 134–139 DOI: DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.18782/2582-2845.7848
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Syeda Sahnaz Yasmin; Rickey Rani Boruah; MOMITA KONWAR (2019). Assamese hand-woven motifs and development of the center panel designs for Kurti, Asian Journal of Home Science, 14(2), 394–397 DOI: DOI: 10.15740/HAS/AJHS/14.2/394-397.
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MOMITA KONWAR; Rickey Rani Boruah (2018). Natural Fibers as Sustainable Textiles: A Review, International Journal of Pure & Applied Bioscience, 6(6), 504–507 DOI: DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.18782/2320-7051.7069
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Rickey Rani Boruah; MOMITA KONWAR (2018). A REVIEW PAPER ON LAC AND LAC DYE, International Journal of Research in Applied, Natural and Social Sciences, 6(8), 61–66
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MOMITA KONWAR; Rickey Rani Boruah (2018). Utilization of pineapple waste as textile application: A Review, International Journal of Applied Home Science, 5(4), 906–910
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Rickey Rani Boruah; MOMITA KONWAR (2018). Utilization of sugarcane fiber waste (Baggase): A review, Utilization of sugarcane fiber waste (Baggase): A review, 5(4), 894–897
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MOMITA KONWAR; Satvinder Kaur (2015). Evaluation of mechanical properties of ERI and ERI union fabrics, International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research and Development, 2(4), 363–365
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MOMITA KONWAR; Satvinder Kaur (2015). Evaluation of functional properties of Eri and Eri union fabrics, International Journal of Engineering & Scientific Research, 3(9), 25–31
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Kalita, B.B.; Gogoi, N.; Boruah, R.R.; Konwar, M.; Bhuyan, S. and Baruah, S. (2025). Bastrar Sampurnakaran. SM Press, SM Press, Jorhat, ISBN: 978-81-979611-0-6
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Kalita, B.B.; Gogoi, N.; Boruah, R.R.; Bhuyan, S.; Konwar, M. and Baruah, S. (2023). Shaj Poshak Prastutkaranor Prathamik Kala Kousal.. S.M. Press & Publication, Jorhat, Assam, ISBN: 978-81-962645-5-0
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Mandal, A.; Boruah, R.R. and Konwar, M. (2026). The Evolution of Loom of Looms: A Historical and Technological Overview, in: Arya, M.; Chanu, N.B. and ., S. Kamboj, A.; Bhagava, D.; (Eds.), Techniques of Fabric Construction, Elite Publishing House, New Delhi, pp 12–21, ISBN: 978-93-71086-15-8.
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Mandal, A.; Boruah, R.R.; Konwar, M. and Chanu, N.V. (2026). Textile value chains and Rural Livelihood Opportunities, in: Kesarwani, P.; Kaur, R.; Bishnoi, S. and Singh, P. Singh, G.; (Eds.), Community Science Vision 2050: Issues and Strategies, Elite Publishing House, H-1/60, Sector - 16, Rohini, New Delhi - 110089 Tele Info: 9289051518, 9999955427 Email: ephinternational@gmail.com, ephpublishers@gmail.com Website:, pp 128–133, ISBN: ISBN : 978-93-7108-233-4.
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Konwar, M. and Boruah, R.R. (2026). From Fibers to Function: The Nanotech Revolution in Textiles, in: Samantaraya, P.H. and Sharan, D.M. Anuradha, D.K.; (Eds.), Recent Advances in Home Science, Integrated Publications TM, H. No. 3, Pocket-H34, Sector - 3, Rohini, Delhi - 110085, India Toll Free (India) – 18001234070 Phone No.: 9711224068, 9911215212 Website: www.integra, pp 117–131, ISBN: Paperback ISBN: 978-93-72.
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Chanu, N.V.; Konwar, M.; Boruah, R.R. and Baruah, S. (2026). Bio-based functional Finishes for Eri Silk Using Green Application Techniques: A Sustainable Approach, in: Gogoi, D.N.R.; , ; Bhuyan, D.S. and Boruah, D.S. (Eds.), Empowering India's Youth on Sustainable Innovation and Future-Ready Skills in Textiles for Livelihood Resiliency, AkiNik Publications, 169, C-11, Sector - 3, Rohini, Delhi - 110085, India Toll Free (India): 18001234070 , pp 109–116, ISBN: 978-93-7150-713-4.
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Wahida, S.; Boruah, R.R.; Konwar, M. and Tamuli, R.P. (2026). Utilization of Silk Waste: Eco-Innovations for Rural Micro-Enterprises, in: Gogoi, D.N.; Bhuyan, D.S.; Boruah, D.S. (Eds.), Empowering India's Youth on Sustainable Innovation and Future-Ready Skills in Textiles for Livelihood Resiliency, AkiNik Publications, 169, C-11, Sector - 3, Rohini, Delhi - 110085, India Toll Free (India): 18001234070 , pp 41–48, ISBN: 978-93-7150-713-4.
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Konwar, M.; Boruah, R.R.; Mandal, A. and Borah, P. (2026). Closing the Loop: Recycling and Reuse of Textile Waste, in: Devi, D.L.J.; Mishra, D.A.; Joshi, D.R. (Eds.), TEXTILES AND APPAREL SCIENCES: Concepts, Practices & Innovations, Asha Book House, A-1/38, Rajendra Park, (Near Nangloi Railway Metro Station), Nangloi, New Delhi-11004, pp 67–73, ISBN: ISBN: 978-93-47069-87-1 .
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Boruah, R.R.; Bhuyan, S. and Konwar, M. (2025). Sustainable Textiles: The chemical foundations of animal derived fibers, in: Singh, D.Y.; (Ed.), Advances in Biological Sciences and Bio Technology, Integrated Publication, H. No. 3, Pocket - H 34, Sector - 3, Rohini - 110085 New Delhi, India, pp 31–45, ISBN: ISBN: 978-93- 5834-729-6.
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Boruah, R.R.; , ; Konwar, M.; , and Borah, P. (2024). Textile finishing: Processes and Treatments for Development of Functional Fabric, in: Singh, D.Y.; (Ed.), Advances in Biological Sciences and Bio Technology,, Integrated Publication, H. No.-3 Pocket-H34, Sector-3, Rohini, Delhi-110085, pp 77–94, ISBN: ISBN: 978-93- 5834-633-6.
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Mandal, A.; Boruah, R.R. and Konwar, M. (2024). Utilizing Traditional Indian Textile Methods for repurposing and Recycling discarded fabrics: A review on Sujani Embroidery of Bihar , in: Bhuyan, B.; Nath, B.K. and Borgohain, M. (Eds.), The Nexus of Society, Culture and Health: A multidisciplinary exploration of social realities., Serials Publications(P) Ltd., Serials Publications(P) Ltd. New Delhi, pp 194–200, ISBN: 978-93-91844-77-6.
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Boruah, R.R. and Konwar, M. (2024). Eco Dyeing: Adding Colour and Patterns to Cotton Fabrics, in: Kalita, B.B. and Gogoi, N. Bhuyan, S.; Boruah, S.; (Eds.), The Cotton Path: From Farm to Wardrobe, Department of Textiles and Apparel Designing, Department of Textiles and Apparel Designing, College of Community Science, AAU. Jorhat, pp 143–153, ISBN: 978-81-959422-9-9.
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Konwar, M. and Boruah, R.R. (2024). Ginning and processing: Turning cotton bolls into raw fiber, in: Kalita, B.B. and Gogoi, N. Bhuyan, S.; Boruah, S.; (Eds.), The Cotton Path: From Farm to Wardrobe, Department of Textiles and Apparel Designing, Department of Textiles and Apparel Designing, College of Community Science, AAU. Jorhat, pp 54–61, ISBN: 978-81-959422-9-9.
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Mandal, A.; Chanu, N.B.; Boruah, R.R. and Konwar, M. (2024). Review on Technical Textiles, in: Chauhan, D.I.S.; Kumar, D.K.V.; (Eds.), Emerging Trends in Applied Research, Integrated publications, H. No.- 3 pocket-H34, Sector-3, Rohini, Delhi-110085, pp 69–80, ISBN: 978-93-5834-307-6.
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Boruah, R.R.; Konwar, M. and Borah, P. (2024). Role of Handloom Industry in Empowering Women, in: Saharia, B.; (Ed.), Manaswini, LTK College Publication Cell, LTK College, Azad, North Lakhimpur, pp 132–135, ISBN: 978-81-939507-9-1.
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Borah, P.; Boruah, R.R. and Konwar, M. (2024). Development of Women Entrepreneurship through Handicrafts from Natural Fibres, in: Jha, D.S.; (Ed.), ADVANCED STUDIES IN MULTIDISCIPLINARY RESEARCH, Bright Sky Publications, Bright Sky Publications Office No 3, 1st Floor, Pocket - H34, SEC-3, Rohini, Delhi, 110085, India, pp 1–14, ISBN: ISBN: 978-81-968309-2-2.
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Bhuyan, S.; Boruah, R.R. and KONWAR, M. (2020). Dyeing and Printing-A traditional and innovative step, in: Jayakumar, D.; (Ed.), Research Trends in Multidisciplinary Research, AkiNik Publications, 169,C-11, Sector-3, Rohini, Delhi-110085,India, pp 61–76, ISBN: ISBN:978-93-90217-32-8, I.
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Boruah, R.R.; KONWAR, M. and Bhuyan, S. (2020). A Study on Natural Dyes and Its Characteristics, in: Jayakumar, D.R.; (Ed.), Research Trends in Multidisciplinary Research, AkiNik Publications, 169,C-11, Sector-3, Rohini, Delhi-110085,India, pp 97–113, ISBN: ISBN:978-93-90217-32-8, I.
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KONWAR, M.; Boruah, R.R. and Bhuyan, S. (2020). Traditional Costumes and Textiles of Assam, in: Jayakumar, D.R.; (Ed.), Research Trends in Multidisciplinary Research, AkiNik Publications, 169,C-11, Sector-3, Rohini, Delhi-110085,India, pp 115–129, ISBN: ISBN:978-93-90217-32-8, I.
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Konwar, M. and Boruah, R.R. (). Healthcare bostrat Rashmar Udvabonimulak Prayug, Ghare Pathare, 22(46), 2, Assam Agricultural University, Jorhat
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Mandal, A.; Boruah, R.R.; Gogoi, N. and Konwar, M. (2026). Madhubani Painting: A Sustainable Design Element in Fashion and Interiors, AAU/ATS/EB/NP/2026/03/660. College of Community Science,, AAU. Jorhat
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Baruah, S.; Boruah, R.R.; Gogoi, N. and Konwar, M. (2026). Dyeing of Cotton with Lac Dye and Evaluation of Wash Fastness Properties, AAU/ATS/EB/NP/2026/03/659. College of Community Science, AAU. Jorhat
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Boruah, R.R.; Gogoi, N. and Konwar, M. (2026). Stencil Printing Techniques for Textile Surface Enrichment, AAU/ATS/MG/NP/2026/03/657. College of Community Science, AAU. Jorhat
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Konwar, M.; Gogoi, N. and Boruah, R.R. (2026). Hand Block Printing on Textiles: Preserving Heritage Through Craft, AAU/ATS/MG/NP/2026/03/658. College of Community Science, AAU. Jorhat
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Das, M.; Konwar, M.; Bhuyan, S.; Kalita, M.; Dutta, A. and Thakuria, A. (2025). India's Visionary Weaving Craft in Shaping Viksit Bharat 2047, AAU/CCSc/ MG/NP/01/2025/472. College of Community Science, AAU. Jorhat
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Das, M.; Thakuria, A.; Bhuyan, S.; Dutta, A.; Kalita, M. and Konwar, M. (2025). Nourishing India's Future: Unveiling the Nutritional Landscape for Viksit Bharat@2047, AAU/CCSc/MG/NP/01/2025/474. College of Community Science, AAU. Jorhat
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Das, M.; Kalita, M.; Bhuyan, S.; Konwar, M.; Dutta, A. and Thakuria, A. (2025). Mechanization: its importance in Indian agriculture and Viksit Bharat, AAU/CCSc/MG/NP/01/2025/473. College of Community Science, AAU. Jorhat
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Borah, D.P.; Kalita, B.B.; Boruah, S.; Gogoi, N.; Bhuyan, S.; Boruah, R.R. and Konwar, M. (2024). Areca Catechu (Areca Nut): An Agricultural Waste, its Extraction and Utilization. College of Community Science, AAU. Jorhat
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Tamuli, R.P.; Boruah, R.R.; Konwar, M.; Kalita, B.B.; Gogoi, N.; Bhuyan, S. and Boruah, S. (2024). Dyeing of Eri Stole with Rubia Cordifolia Dye, AAU/FCSC/EB/NP/07/24/452. College of Community Science, AAU. Jorhat
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Gogoi, P.; Boruah, R.R.; Konwar, M.; Kalita, B.B.; Gogoi, N.; Bhuyan, S. and Boruah, S. (2024). Utilization of Eucalyptus Bark extract for dyeing of silk yarn, AAU/FCSC/EB/NP/07/24/451. College of Community Science, AAU. Jorhat
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Soraisham, L.D.; Gogoi, N.; Kalita, B.B.; Bhuyan, S.; Boruah, S.; Boruah, R.R. and Konwar, M. (2024). Diversified products from the waste of BANANA PSEUDOSTEM, AAU/FCSC/EB/07/24/450. College of Community Science, AAU. Jorhat
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Borah, D.P.; Kalita, B.B.; Gogoi, N.; Bhuyan, S.; Boruah, R.R. and Konwar, M. (2024). From Byproduct to Resource:'' Exploring Agricultural Waste utilization from Areca Catechu for Product Innovation'', AAU/FCSC/EB/NP/07/24/449. College of Community Science, AAU. Jorhat
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Borah, P.; Boruah, R.R.; Gogoi, N.; Konwar, M.; Kalita, B.B.; Boruah, S. and Bhuyan, S. (2023). Cotton Dyeing with Pomegranate Rind Dye. Assam Agricultural University, Jorhat, Department of Textiles and Apparel Designing, College of Community Science
Sponsored Research
Research Projects 1 Projects
TSP Rs. 7.25987 Lakh
Diversification of handloom products for entrepreneurial development
Implemented in 2018
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Professional Memberships 2 Societies
Home Science Association of India
Life Member
Assam Science Society-AAU Branch
Life Member
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