C.V. Subramanian
C.V. Subramanian Indian mycologist, taxonomist and plant pathologist, known for his work on the classification of Fungi imperfecti, a group of fungi classified separately due to lack of specific taxonomic characteristics.
R. P. Purkayastha
R. P. Purkayastha the man behind Calocybe indica. He has to his credit the nomenclature, development and introduction of the cultivation technology of Calocybe indica in the country.
Bina Devi
Bina Devi Indian leader who became known for inspiring women to become businesswoman through mushroom cultivation. Nicknamed 'Mushroom Mahila'.
C. L. Jandaik
C.L.Jandaik Pleurotus sajor –caju for the first time in 1974 proved to be historical in the field of Mushroom Science which revolutionized the Pleurotus production globally.
H.S. Garcha
H.S. Garcha is a well-known figure in the field of mushroom research and cultivation in India.
Z. Bano
Z.Bano researcher, particularly known for their work on Pleurotus mushrooms and their nutritional value.
Nita Bahl
Nita Bahl Author of Hand Book on Mushrooms.
N. S. Atri
N. S. Atri working on Mushroom diversity of Sal forest and Mycorrhiza, Coprophilous agaricoid mushrooms of Punjab.
H.S. Garcha
H.S. Garcha is a well-known figure in the field of mushroom research and cultivation in India.
Z. Bano
Z.Bano researcher, particularly known for their work on Pleurotus mushrooms and their nutritional value.
Nita Bahl
Nita Bahl Author of Hand Book on Mushrooms.
N. S. Atri
N. S. Atri working on Mushroom diversity of Sal forest and Mycorrhiza, Coprophilous agaricoid mushrooms of Punjab.
Anila Doshi
Anila Doshi Worked on survey, cultivation and crop management of Pleurotus, Calocybe indica, and Agaricus bisporus.
J.N. Kapoor
J.N. Kapoor is the author of "Mushroom Cultivation," a book on the topic of cultivating mushrooms, particularly for Indian audiences.
R.N. Munjal
R.N. Munjal is associated with mushroom cultivation research, particularly focusing on oyster mushroom (Pleurotus) species.
H.S. Sohi
H.S. Sohi is a name associated with research and cultivation of oyster mushrooms, specifically Pleurotus sajor-caju.
R.P. Tewar
R.P. Tewari Was the President MSI 2004 – 2009.
Anila Chandra
Anila Chandra Dept of Botany, Dina Bandhu Andrews College, Kolkatta.
D.S.Guleria
D.S.Guleria University Mushroom Research Laboratory, Chambaghat, Solan.
R. C. Upadhyay
R. C. Upadhyay is a prominent scientist known for his work in mushroom research and cultivation, particularly in India.
M.J. Thirumalachar
M.J. Thirumalachar Indian mycologist, microbiologist, plant pathologist.
Nita Bahl
Nita Bahl Author of Hand Book on Mushrooms.
H.S. Garcha
H.S. Garcha is a well-known figure in the field of mushroom research and cultivation in India.
K.M. Leelavathy
K.M. Leelavathy is a renowned mycologist known for her extensive research on polypores in Kerala, India.
R. P. Phutela
R. D. Singh
C.D.Thapa
S.R. Sharma
S.R. Sharma is a researcher and expert in mushroom cultivation and diseases, particularly in India.
B.L. Dhar
B.L. Dhar is a well-known figure in the field of mushroom research in India, particularly in the context of the ICAR-Directorate of Mushroom Research (ICAR-DMR) in Solan. Dr. B.L. Dhar was the Founder Secretary of MSI.
T. N. Kaul
T. N. Kaul Author of Three important books on Mushrooms, 1 Biology and Cultivation of Edible Mushrooms, 2 Biology and Conservation of Mushrooms, 3 Introduction to Mushroom Science (Systematics).
Meera Pandey
Meera Pandey immense contribution to the Commercial Mushroom Industry, being associated with Indian Institute for Horticulture Research, Hessaraghatta, Bangalore since long time. Her main avenue, Calocybe indica, Agrocybe aegerita, and Pleurotus species.
R. D. Rai
R. D. Rai has worked on the biochemistry of biodegradation of lignocelluloses by Mushroom mycelia. Chemical composition and enzymes for fruiting of Agaricus bisporus and Pleurotus. Also, on post-harvest Morphological and Biochemical changes of various Mushrooms.
A.K. Patra
A.K. Patra is associated with the Tropical Mushroom Research Centre (OUAT) in Bhubaneswar, India. He is known for his work in mushroom cultivation, particularly with paddy straw mushrooms.
T.N. Lakhanpal
T.N. Lakhanpal is an author specializing in mushrooms, particularly those found in India. He has written books on topics like "Biology of Indian Morels" and "Mushrooms of India Boletaceae”
T.R. Shandilya
T.R. Shandilya is a researcher and author known for his work on mushroom cultivation, particularly Agaricus bisporus. His research includes studies on compost, casing, and factors affecting mushroom productivity. Book written "Khumbhi ki kheti (Mushroom Cultivation)".
Ved Prakash Sharma
Ved Prakash Sharma is a prominent figure in mushroom research and mycology, particularly within the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) at the Directorate of Mushroom Research in Solan, India.
R.P. Singh
R.P. Singh is a figure associated with mushroom research and cultivation in India, particularly within the context of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) and the Mushroom Society of India.
N. Samajpati
N. Samajpati is a mycologist who has contributed significantly to the study of mushrooms in West Bengal, India.
Dr. K.L. Chadha
Dr. K.L. Chadha was the guiding force at the apex for establishing and strengthening the mushroom research infrastructure in the country and was the founder President of MSI.
B.C.Suman
B.C.Suman has worked exclusively on Agaricus bisporus especially on spawn preparation and competitors of Mushrooms. He has also grown shiitake (Lentinus edodes) on synthetic media in vitro.
Dr. Manjit Singh
Dr Manjit Singh President Mushroom Society of India and Director Directorate of Mushroom Research ICAR, Solan. His main area of research in mushroom was their genetic improvement. He developed the strains of button mushroom (NCS-100, NCS-101) and first hybrid in the country (NCH-102). He cultivated the Mushroom Auricularia polytricha (wood ear mushroom).
R.N. Verma
R.N. Verma is a name associated with mushroom science, specifically within the context of the National Centre for Mushroom Research and Training (NCMRT) in Chambaghat, Solan. He is likely a director or researcher at the center. He is also known for the book "Mushroom Science Handbook". President MSI 1999 - 2004
Bhubnesh Vijaya
Bhubnesh Vijaya Worked in the capacity of Principal Scientist at prestigious Directorate of Mushroom Research , Solan (HP). Retired from active service in September ,2013. Having more than 30 years of experience in mushroom research. Area of interest is commercial button mushroom cultivation. Set up several button mushroom farms across the country. Developed total indoor compost production technique with the use of thermophilic fungi escaping phase - 1 condition altogether. Earlier way back in 1987, I developed chemical sterilization technique for the cultivation of Oyster mushroom which has almost replaced costly and cumbersome steam pasteurization.