Dr. Vijay Gahlaut, presently an Associate Professor at Chandigarh University's University Centre for Research & Development in Mohali, focuses his research on identifying novel genomic regions and genes governing abiotic stress regulation in crop plants. His expertise spans crop biotechnology, quantitative genetics, QTL/GWAS, and epigenetics. Employing diverse bioinformatic and genomic methods, Dr. Gahlaut has successfully pinpointed crucial genomic regions, epialleles, and candidate genes in various crop species. This research significantly contributes to bolstering crop resilience against challenging environmental conditions, particularly water scarcity and heat stress. With over 75 published research papers in prestigious international journals and notable contributions as an Associate Editor and independent peer reviewer, Dr. Gahlaut's impactful achievements led to his induction as a Member of the National Academy of Sciences in India, acknowledging his profound influence in crop genetics and abiotic stress tolerance research.