Prof Kutubuddin A Molla, Scientist from ICAR-NRRI Odisha, India. Dr. Molla's areas of specialization are CRISPR/Cas tools development, Precise Genome Editing, Base Editing, Genetic Engineering, Transgenesis, Host-pathogen interaction.
His previous positions were: He was Fullbright Visiting Scholar, Plant Pathology and Environmental Microbiology, Pennsylvania State University, USA (2017-2019). He was the Scientist, Division of Genomic Resources, ICAR-National Bureau of Plant Genetic Resources, New Delhi. He has many publications and book chapters to his credit and is the recipient of many awards and recognitions.

Research Professor of genome editing at Gyeongsang National University, South Korea, since 2017. Received Ph.D. in molecular biology from Ehime University, Japan, and then worked as a Postdoc at Proteo-Science Center with Prof. Hidenori Hayashi. Currently, involved in the development of novel genome editing tools in bacteria, yeast, and plants in Prof. Jae-Yean Kim\\\'s Laboratory at GNU, South Korea. Major interest is CRISPR/Cas-based targeted random mutagenesis for mimicking the crop evolution in fast-forward manner.

Goetz Hensel is a molecular biologist by training holding a PhD from the University of Braunschweig. Currently, he leads the Centre of Plant Genome Engineering at Heinrich-Heine University Düsseldorf, Germany. His research interests include Agrobacterium-mediated gene transfer methods of cereals and targeted genome modifications using custom endonucleases such as clustered regularly-interspaced short palindromic repeats (CRISPR/Cas). Furthermore, he is interested in the production of pharmaceuticals in plants (molecular farming). He has published ca 100 research papers and several book chapters with various publishers. Goetz Hensel has been serving as a Senior Editorial Board Member for since 2020. 

Julian Grünewald is an Assistant Professor at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) and a leader of the Emmy Noether research group, where he spearheads pioneering research at the intersection of CRISPR technology, cardiology, and organoid biology.Educationally, Dr. Grünewald’s journey began with a strong foundation in the life sciences, culminating in a Ph.D. in Molecular Biology or a related field. His academic background equipped him with the expertise necessary to delve into complex biological phenomena with a particular focus on gene editing, cardiovascular physiology, and the development of organoid models.As an Assistant Professor, Dr. Grünewald is committed to mentoring the next generation of scientists while also driving forward his innovative research agenda. His leadership within the Emmy Noether group enables him to guide and inspire young researchers, fostering an environment of intellectual curiosity and scientific rigor.Dr. Grünewald\\\'s research interests lie at the cutting edge of biomedical science, where he leverages CRISPR technology to elucidate the molecular mechanisms underlying cardiovascular diseases. His work extends beyond traditional laboratory settings, as he actively collaborates with clinicians to translate his findings into clinical applications that have the potential to revolutionize patient care.A prolific scholar, Dr. Grünewald has published extensively in prestigious scientific journals, disseminating his findings to the wider scientific community and contributing to the advancement of knowledge in his field. His innovative research has earned him recognition and acclaim, cementing his reputation as a rising star in the realm of biomedical research.
Through his leadership, mentorship, and groundbreaking research, he continues to push the boundaries of what is possible in the field of molecular cardiology and CRISPR-mediated gene editing.

Inez is currently the head of Rice Genetic Design and Validation unit at IRRI and is assigned as the the global lead of CGIAR gene editing initiative.  Her research portfolio includes improving nutrition through healthier rice, disease resistance, drought, low phosphorus tolerance, and rice productivity.Prior to her appointment at IRRI, she worked at the Research Center for Biotechnology, Indonesian Institute of Sciences (LIPI) as the head of Molecular Biology Division, as a consultant at the United Nations Environment Programme-Global Environment Facility.  She represented Indonesia in the sub committee of Biotechnology at ASEAN Committee of Science and Technology. She was also appointed as Biosafety Clearing House Expert of Cartagena Protocol, Convention of Biological Diversity.She has received numerous recognitions throughout her career, including the Best Young Scientist Award from the Indonesian Institute of Sciences, awards from the Ministry of Agriculture and from the Indonesian President for her contribution to food security through biotechnology. She was also the Most Cited Scientist at RC-Biotechnology LIPI.  At IRRI, she won Best Scientific Achievement Team in 2017, and she was awarded the Best Scientific Team Award from the DOST- Los  Baños Science Community in 2018.Inez is also an elected fellow of The World Academy of Sciences for the Advancement of Science in Developing Countries (TWAS)-UNESCO and an adjunct professor at  UP Los Baños. She has published articles as co-author or lead author in Nature, Nature Biotechnology, Nature Plant, Nature Communication, Nature Genetics,  Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, Plant Biotechnology, Journal of Environmental Biology, Frontiers and other leading international journals.

Dr. Siddharth Tiwari has specialization In Plant Molecular Biology and Genetic Engineering. His current area of Research is in “Metabolic engineering of staple crops (banana and wheat) for nutritional-enrichment.” He has contributed to the Scientific Advancement under the following:
a] Marker free transformation procedure for wheat and banana will be explored and developed.
b] Gene editing for target banana genes has been initiated for enhancing the synthesis/stability of carotenoids in banana.

He has in total 28 Publications recognized for his extraordinary work; also he bags many awards for his immense work and dedication towards Molecular Biology and Genetic Engineering.

Professor KC Bansal is a former Director of the National Bureau of Plant Genetic Resources, Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), New Delhi. He also spearheaded the National Transgenic Crop Network across various ICAR research institutions.
His research interests include functional genomics and transgenic development for abiotic stress tolerance in plants; developed the first series of transgenic crops with improved tolerance to drought and salt stress. His work on functional characterization of LEA, MYB, sHSP and osmotin gene is well known. The first ABA receptor gene OsPYL10 from an Indian drought tolerant rice landrace was cloned by his lab.
He took an unprecedented initiative to evaluate the entire wheat germplasm (~ 22000 accessions) conserved at the Indian National Genebank, and identified trait-specific reference sets.
Prof. Bansal served as Vice-Chair (Asia), Commission on Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture, FAO, United Nations (2013-15). He is recipient of the Indian Science Congress award conferred on him by the Prime Minister of India, and the Haryana Vigyan Ratna (Highest State Science award).
Prof. Bansal is elected Fellow of the National Academy of Agricultural Sciences, and the National Academy of Science, India. He serves on the Editorial Board of the Plant Biotechnology Journal.