Dr. Vijay Prakash, a dynamic and energetic researcher who has completed postgraduate and Ph.D. with good academic record from Biotechnology Centre, Jawaharlal Nehru Krishi Vishwa Vidhyalaya, Jabalpur (MP). He currently involved molecular research programmes for crop improvement as Senior Research Fellow in Indian Agricultural Research Institute, Pusa, New Delhi. He is well knowledgeable person about various technical approaches like application of molecular and biochemical markers, marker assisted breeding and plant tissue culture techniques. He has published 10 research papers in reputed Indian and international journals along with two book chapters, four technical bulleting, and abstracts in national and international conference, seminar or symposiums. His first book is highly appreciated and useful for all the life science students.