Prof.S.B.Lal is the Pro-Vice Chancellor and Dean, College of Forestry and Environment of SHIATS-Deemed University (Formerly Allahabad Agricultural Institute), Allahabad. He has excellent professional experience in forestry and agroforestry. He has been holding many prestigious posts and served the University in several capabilities. He has obtained many awards & distinctions and published several publications including books, reports, book chapters, research papers, etc. He has successfully implemented many Government of India projects funded by Ministry of Rural Development, Ministry of Agriculture, Ministry of Science and Technology and also many Uttar Pradesh State Government Projects. He has travelled several countries for presenting guest lectures, research papers and for training purposes. He has guided numerous Ph.D. and M.Sc. students for their research work.