Bhomik named outstanding weed science reseacher
The Weed Science Society of America (WSSA) has honored more than two dozen individuals, including weed scientist Prasanta Bhowmik of the Plant, Soil and Insect Sciences Departmenet for their outstanding contributions to the field of weed science. The awards were presented during the organization's annual meeting, held this year in Waikoloa, Hawaii.
Bhowmik, who is a WSSA Fellow, received the WSSA Outstanding Research Award. His research focuses on weed biology, allelopathy and invasive species, perennial weed control and integrated weed management in field crops and turfgrass. Bhowmik has made more than 500 presentations in 22 countries around the world and has authored numerous peer-reviewed papers, extension articles, abstracts and reports.
"These are true innovators from academia, government and private industry who are making a significant mark on our profession through their research, teaching, publishing and outreach," said Michael Barrett, Ph.D., outgoing president of WSSA and host of the award ceremonies.
The Weed Science Society of America, a nonprofit scientific society, was founded in 1956 to encourage and promote the development of knowledge concerning weeds and their impact on the environment. The Weed Science Society of America promotes research, education and extension outreach activities related to weeds, provides science-based information to the public and policy makers, fosters awareness of weeds and their impact on managed and natural ecosystems, and promotes cooperation among weed science organizations across the nation and around the world.
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February 8, 2012.
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