About the Director, University of Guyana Berbice Campus, Tain.
Prof. Gomathinayagam Subramanian has been the Director of the University of Guyana Berbice Campus (UGBC) since 2014. He earned his B.Sc., M.Sc., and Ph.D. in Botany from institutions in Tamil Nadu, India, and conducted postdoctoral research in Plant Pathology at the University of Madras. Joining the University of Guyana in 2005, he advanced through various academic and leadership roles, becoming Professor in 2015.
He has published 91 research papers, written two books, filed three Biochemistry patents, and presented at over 78 national and international conferences. He has also chaired conferences and contributed as a resource person at workshops, receiving numerous awards and being active in various academic and non-profit organizations.
His research focuses on biological control of plant diseases, promoting organic farming, and reducing chemical pesticide use. He also investigates local plant species' health and environmental benefits, emphasising their antimicrobial and antioxidant properties. His work contributes to sustainable agriculture and community well-being.
Selected Publications
Vimala Devi, V., Esther Rani, K. C. M., Asaph, R. S., Suresh, P., Gomathinayagam, S., & Shanmugaiah, V. (2024). Prevalent plant growth hormone indole-3-acetic acid produced by Streptomyces sp. VSMKU1027 and its potential antifungal activity against phytofungal pathogens. Journal of Pure and Applied Microbiology, 18, 1–13.
Bhagarath, L. K., Da Silva, P. N. B., & Subramanian, G. (2024). Lichen inventory and species diversity at coastal ecosystems at No. 63 Benab, Berbice, Guyana. International Journal of Science and Research Archive, 11(1), 737–756.
Bhagarathi, L. K., Da Silva, P. N. B., & Subramanian, G. (2024). Lichen-host plant specificity on citrus plant species in coastal agroecosystems at No. 63 Benab, Berbice, Guyana. World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews, 21(1), 2342–2355.