Fundamentals of Palynology

“Fundamentals of Palynology” by Dr. Shakti Nath Tripathi and Dr. Ravikant Singh is a comprehensive academic text designed for degree students under the NEP 2020 (3+1) system. It systematically covers the study of pollen spores and microscopic organic particles including pollen morphology development viability and ultrastructure. The book also explores applications in paleobotany forensics allergy research and petroleum exploration. With historical insights modern techniques and emerging fields like molecular palynology and Forensic palynological analysis it is richly illustrated and interdisciplinary—making it a valuable resource for students of botany geology and environmental science especially in biostratigraphy crop improvement and environmental monitoring.Dr. Shakti Nath Tripathi M.Sc. D.Phil. (UoA) is Assistant Professor and Head Department of Botany Nehru Gram Bharati (Deemed to be University) Prayagraj. He has an extensive academic and research background in plant sciences with over 25 research and review papers in reputed national and international journals. Dr. Tripathi has edited scholarly books serves as a reviewer for high-impact journals and currently supervises four Ph.D. scholars. A member of several esteemed biological societies his interests span plant physiology ecology and environmental biology. He is dedicated to advancing scientific knowledge and mentoring young researchers. Dr. Ravikant Singh M.Sc. (UoA) Ph.D. is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Botany at Swami Vivekanand University Sagar Madhya Pradesh. He earned his Ph.D. from the same university in 2021. With over 70 research publications and 10 authored/edited books he actively reviews for reputed journals and is a member of several scientific societies. He is committed to innovative teaching and promoting science among students.