Dr. JINCY T S

Dr. Jincy T. S serves as an Assistant Professor (UGC) in the Department of Botany at KSM Devaswom Board College. She is an accomplished academician whose areas of specialization include biodiversity conservation, plant taxonomy, and ethnobotany. Her research interests focus on the documentation, conservation, and sustainable utilization of plant diversity. Dr. Jincy has made significant contributions to the field of plant sciences through several research articles published in reputed national and international journals. Her scholarly work reflects a strong commitment to advancing knowledge in botany and promoting awareness about the importance of biodiversity and traditional plant knowledge.
In addition to her research contributions, Dr. Jincy has authored two books in Botany, which have become valuable academic resources for students, teachers, and researchers in the discipline. As an editor of this academic volume, Dr. Jincy T. S brings her extensive teaching experience, research expertise, and editorial insight to the work. Her commitment to academic excellence and interdisciplinary collaboration has been instrumental in shaping this publication as a meaningful contribution to the field of biological sciences.

♦" Ph.D in Botany from University of Calicut
 B.Ed from SNM Training College Maliankara (Affiliated to Mahatma Gandhi University)
 M.Sc in Botany from University of Calicut/p>"

Organizing Secretary of Two Day International Seminar on " Wetland Conservation: Protecting Biodiversity" held on 16 & 17 th December 2025

 International Conference on Plant Biodiversity and,Environment Conservation (ICPBEC2021) 20-21 May 2021, Organised by Hans Raj Mahila Maha Vidyalaya, Jalandhar in collaboration with Punjab Biodiversity Board.
 International Conference on New Horizons in Plant Science” (NHPS-2020). 4th – 9th January 2021, Organised by Department of Botany, University of Kerala. India.
 International E-Conference on Current Science and Technology for Sustainable Society”. 27-18 November 2020, Organised by Aurora’s Degree and PG College Hyderabad and A.V Kanthamma College for Women, Hassan, India.
 International Conference on “Climate Change: Adaptation and Mitigation” (ICCAM-2020) 9-11 January-2020, Organised by the finishing school committee, St. Thomas college, Thrissur, Kerala.
 National Conference on “Biodiversity and its Conservation: Priorities and Challenges” (NCBCPC-2018) 12th - 13th March-2018, Organised by Department of Botany, Bharathiar Univeristy, Coimbatore.
 International Conference on “Science and Humanities for Grooming the Future: An Interdisciplinary Approach” ICSHI-2018, Organized by CDC, Bharatiar University, Coimbatore.

 “Transforming Higher Education: Reforms into Action” organized by the Faculty Development Centre & Centre of Excellence for Teaching Learning & Training (CETLT) of the Kerala State Higher Education Council (KSHEC) in association with the Mahatma Gandhi University Kottayam during 23th to 27th September 2025 Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam.
 NEP 2020 Orientation & Sensitization Programme under Malaviya Mission Teacher Training Programme (MM-TTP) of University Grants Commission organized by UGC- MMTTC University of Kerala, Kariavattam, Thiruvananthapuram from 17th to 27th June 2025.
 UGC Sponsored Faculty Induction Programme (Guru Dakshta) conducted by the UGC- Malaviya Mission Teacher Training Centre, University of Calicut from 14th February to 14th March 2025.
 Training Programme organized by Kerala State Higher Education Council in connection with the implementation of four-year Undergraduate programme at Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam from 12th to 13th October 2023.
 Faculty Development Programme on OBE Training for Reconstructing UG Programme organized by College Development Council held at Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam from 18th to 23rd August 2023.

 Biodiversity Conservation
 Taxonomy
 Ecology
 Ethnobotany
 Environmental Science
 Plant Breding

 Editor of the Book Titled: Life Sciences, Environment & Technology: Converging Frontiers, March 2026, ISBN: 978-81-993189-7-7
 Dr. Jincy T.S (2020). “Sacred groves in the coastal region of Thrissur District” (Page Leaf Publishers, Thrissur, Kerala)
 Dr. Jincy T.S (2020). “Soil properties of Sacred groves- A case study” (Page Leaf Publishers, Thrissur, Kerala)

 “Ethnomedicinal Plant wealth and Diversity in Sacred groves - A Comparative Study.” Proceedings of International Conference on Plant Biodiversity and Environment Conservation (ICPBEC2021) 20-21 May 2021, Organised by Hans Raj Mahila Maha Vidyalaya, Jalandhar in collaboration with Punjab Biodiversity Board. (Oral Presentation)
 “Comparative Analysis of Climatic Factors on Sacred groves and Nearby Disturbed Non- sacred Grove Lands -A Case Study.” Proceedings of “International Conference on New Horizons in Plant Science” (NHPS-2020). 4th – 9th January 2021, Organised by Department of Botany, University of Kerala. India. (Oral Presentation)
 “Biodiversity and Threats to Sacred groves - A case study of Palliyana sacred grove located in the coastal belt of Thrissur District, Kerala.” Proceedings of “International E-Conference on Current Science and Technology for Sustainable Society”. 27-18 November 2020, Organised by Aurora’s Degree and PG College Hyderabad and A.V Kanthamma College for Women, Hassan, India. (Oral Presentation)
 “Influence of vegetational difference on climatic factors - A case study.” Proceedings of International Conference on “Climate Change: Adaptation and Mitigation” (ICCAM-2020) 9-11 January-2020, Organised by the finishing school committee, St. Thomas college, Thrissur, Kerala. (Oral Presentation)
 “Sacred groves under threat- a case study of Nambiyath sacred grove located in the coastal belt of Thrissur District, Kerala.” Proceedings of National Conference on “Biodiversity and its Conservation: Priorities and Challenges” (NCBCPC-2018) 12th - 13th March-2018, Organised by Department of Botany, Bharathiar Univeristy, Coimbatore, p.21-27. (ISBN: 978-93-84234-71-3) (Oral Presentation)
 “Impact of human interference on ethnomedicinal plant wealth and diversity- A comparative study of Sankulangara sacred grove and a disturbed non-sacred grove land located at S.N.Puram, Thrissur District, Kerala.” Proceedings of International Conference on “Science and Humanities for Grooming the Future: An Interdisciplinary Approach” ICSHI-2018, Organized by CDC, Bharatiar University, Coimbatore. (Oral Presentation)

 Comparative analysis of vegetation structure and its influence on microclimatic conditions in selected sacred groves. Jincy T.S. Book titled Bridging Belief and Biodiversity: The Future of Sacred Groves 2026. ISBN: 978-93-5759-383-0
 Biodiversity of sacred groves and emerging threats - A case study of Nambiyath sacred grove located in the coastal belt of Thrissur District, Kerala. Jincy.T.S. Book titled ‘Biodiversity and Biosecurity – Understanding the Treasures and Threats’. Dec. 2025. ISBN: 978-93-5626-045-0
 Lichens of the Sholayar 10 ha Permanent Plot, Western Ghats with Allographa cinerea as New to India. V. Nayana Prakash, K. Pranav, Arun Christy, Siljo Joseph, K.A Sreejith, V. B Sreekumar and T.S Jincy. Biology Bulletin, ISSN 1062-3590, Pleiades Publishing, Inc.,2024, DOI: 10.1134/S1062359023606225
 Role of sacred groves in microclimate properties: A case study of Poyyara sacred grove and adjacent disturbed land at Vatanapally, Thrissur, Kerala. Jincy, T.S., & Subin. M.P. (2021). Global Journal for Research Analysis, 10 (6): ISSN No. 2277 - 8160 • DOI: 10.36106/gjra
 Influence of Physical Properties of soil on Vegetation - A comparative study. Jincy, T.S., & Subin. M.P. (2021). Paripex - Indian Journal of Research, 10 (6): ISSN No. 2250 - 1991 | DOI: 10.36106/paripex
 Micro Nutrient Analysis of Soil in Sacred groves - A case Study. Jincy, T.S., & Subin. M.P. (2021). Paripex - Indian Journal of Research, 10 (5): ISSN No. 2250 - 1991 | DOI: 10.36106/paripex
 Regeneration Pattern of Trees in Sacred groves – A Comparative Study. Jincy, T.S., & Subin. M.P. (2021). Global Journal for Research Analysis, 10 (5): ISSN No. 2277 - 8160 • DOI: 10.36106/gjra
 Biodiversity and Threats to Sacred groves - A case study of Palliyana sacred grove located in the coastal belt of Thrissur District, Kerala. Jincy, T.S., & Subin. M.P. (2021). Global Journal for Research Analysis, 10 (4): ISSN No. 2277 – 8160. DOI: 10.36106/gjra
 Comparative Analysis of Climatic Factors on Sacred groves and Nearby Disturbed Non- Sacred Grove Lands -A Case Study. Jincy, T.S., & Subin. M.P. (2021). Proceedings of “International Conference on New Horizons in Plant Science” (NHPS-2020). 4th – 9th January 2021, Organised by Department of Botany, University of Kerala. India
 Influence of vegetational difference on climatic factors - A case study. Jincy, T.S., & Subin. M.P. (2020). ISBN: 978-81-944730-0-8, Proceedings of International Conference on “Climate Change: Adaptation and Mitigation” (ICCAM-2020)
 Impact of human interference on ethnomedicinal plant wealth and diversity- a comparative study of Sankulangara sacred grove and a disturbed non-sacred grove land located at S.N.puram, Thrissur district, Kerala. Jincy, T.S., & Subin, M.P. (2018). Review of Research, 7 (7): 1-15. (UIF5.2331)
 Role of Sacred Groves in Ameliorating Soil Physical Properties and Microclimate: A Case Study of Sree Sankulangara Sacred Grove and Adjacent Disturbed Land at S.N Puram, Thrissur, Kerala. Jincy, T.S., & Subin.M.P. (2016). Paripex-Indian Journal of Research, 5(9): 345-351. (SJIF – 5.215)
 A Detailed Survey on Sacred Groves of Different extends in the Coastal Belt of Thrissur District, Kerala, India. Jincy, T.S., & Subin.M.P. (2015). Global Journal for Research Analysis, 4 (11): 162-171. (SJIF- 3.1218)

Undergraduate Programme (B.Sc Botany)
(a) Angiosperm Morphology and Taxonomy
(b) Economic Botany
(c) Environmental Sciences and Human Rights
(d) Research Methodology
(e) Cell and Molecular Biology
Four-Year Undergraduate Programme in Botany(FYUGP)
(a) Cell Biology (Semester V)
(b) Plant Biotechnology (Semester V)
(c) Urban Gardening (Semester V)
(d) Histology and Reproductive Botany (Semester III)
(e) Landscaping and Gardening (Semester I)

Taxonomy, Floristic Analysis, Phytosociology, Biodiversity Conservation, Ethnobotany