Dr. Aradhana Panda is currently serving as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Entomology at the School of Agriculture, DRIEMS University, Tangi. She specializes in Organic Pest Management, Laboratory Bioassay, Apiculture, and Mass Production of Biocontrol Agents. She possesses a strong academic background with a Ph.D. and M.Sc. in Agricultural Entomology, along with a B.Sc. in Agriculture from reputed institutions. She is a recipient of the prestigious DST-INSPIRE Fellowship during her doctoral program and was awarded two Gold Medals during her M.Sc. for securing the highest OGPA in Entomology. She has also qualified the ASRB-NET examination (2021) in Entomology, reflecting her academic excellence and subject expertise. Her teaching and research interests include organic pest management, laboratory bioassay techniques, apiculture, and biological pest control strategies. She is committed to delivering quality education through innovative and ICT-enabled teaching methodologies. Dr. Panda has contributed significantly to academic and research advancements, with multiple publications including research papers, book chapters, review articles, and popular articles. She has been recognized through awards in international conferences and actively participates in academic dissemination. In addition to teaching and research, she is deeply involved in extension and outreach activities such as organizing farmer training programs, field demonstrations, workshops, and seminars, thereby bridging the gap between scientific research and field application. With expertise in modern laboratory techniques, field experimentation, and data analysis tools, Dr. Panda is dedicated to promoting academic excellence, research innovation, and community engagement. Her commitment to holistic education and institutional development makes her a valuable asset to the university and a mentor to aspiring agricultural professionals.