Agricultural and Ecological Research Unit (AERU)

Advancing Research in Agriculture, Ecology & Statistical Sciences

Overview of AERU

The Agricultural and Ecological Research Unit (AERU) is based in Kolkata with its branch at Giridih. The scientific members of the Unit are actively engaged in research and academic activities in Agriculture and Ecology. Most faculty members contribute to regular teaching in B. Stat and M.Stat courses of ISI and also teach in various departments of other universities.

Faculty members provide internship training to students from different universities. The Unit has also launched a Post Graduate Diploma in Agricultural and Rural Management with Statistical Methods and Analytics at its Giridih branch, strengthening interdisciplinary education and applied research initiatives.

Research Activities

Eco-Epidemic & Predator-Prey Models

Mathematical and ecological modeling including fear and vigilance impact in predator-prey systems.

Nanoscience & Nanotechnology

Research in nanobiotechnology, nanomedicine, and interdisciplinary nano-scale innovations.

Ecological Statistics

Growth curve models, ecological networking, stochastic stability and advanced statistical methodologies.

Soil & Water Remediation

Studies on pollution assessment, ecological risk analysis, and remediation strategies.

Plant-Pest & Invasive Ecology

Plant-pest interaction studies, invasive weed ecology, and sustainable management approaches.

Natural Bioactive Research

Natural senotherapeutics, seed endophytes, lichen metabolites, and exploration of natural urease inhibitors.

Community Ecology

Influence of ecological factors on stability of bird and fish communities.