Special features of the organization
The Indian Phytopathological Society (IPS) is a professional forum for promoting the cause of Phytopathology. It is the third largest society of plant pathologists in the world. The Society was established in February 28, 1947 at the Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi by Dr. B.B. Mundkur, an eminent Plant Pathologist. The Society is an international scientific organization devoted to the study of plant diseases and their control. The Society provides information on the latest developments and research advances in plant health science through its journals and participates in the exchange of plant health information with public policy makers, and the larger scientific community; and provides opportunities for scientific communication, collaboration, and professional development. , , Objectives , To advance the cause of Mycology and Plant Pathology in India. , To encourage and promote Mycological and Plant Pathological study and research in the country. , To disseminate the knowledge of Mycology and Plant Pathology. , To facilitate close association among members and other scientific workers in India and abroad. , , The IPS is working for diverse global community of scientists that provides credible and beneficial information related to plant health; advocates and participates in the exchange of knowledge with the public, policy makers, and the larger scientific community; and promotes and provides opportunities for scientific communication, career preparation and professional development for its members. , , Activities , 1. Publications , 1. The Society publishes its official organ Indian Phytopathology a leading plant pathology research journal, which deals with the disciplines of Mycology, Fungal Pathology, Bacteriology, Virology, Phytopathology and Nematology. The journal is a focus and strength for our society. The journal is published quarterly in March, June, September, and December. The society has published the journal for over 63 years. This is one of the scientific journals in India, which is up to date and published in time. More than 200 libraries practically all over the globe are subscribing this journal. Besides, quality research papers, short communications, first hand reports, book reviews, etc., the journal contains pages FOCUS and POINTS TO PONDER where thought provoking ideas, theories, hypothesis, etc. as well as some very important information/ findings which need immediate attention are published on priority basis. The journal also publishes the abstracts of the papers presented in Zonal Meetings , , 2. Symposia/seminar/conferences , The Society organizes symposia and seminars for better understanding of plant pathological problems of national interest at its Annual Meetings every year. The Society is pioneer in organizing International Symposia in field of Plant Pathology. So far, five International Conferences have been organized. The Society also organizes regular symposia to discuss plant pathological problems of Zonal importance as well as workshops, lectures, etc., by eminent plant pathologists from within the country and abroad throughout the country through its Zonal Chapters. , , 3. Awards/Contests , The Society has instituted many lecture awards named after distinguished plant pathologists to recognize their contribution in the field of Plant Pathology and Mycology. These award lectures are presented at the annual /zonal meeting of the Society.
