Editor Profile

Gurleen Sidhu

University/Organization: University of Guelph

Country: Canada

 Biography

My name is Gurleen Sidhu, and presently I am doing my PhD in Plant Agriculture with specialization in Plant breeding and Genetics. My PhD project is “Determination of Genetic Architecture for traits important in Asparagus Breeding Program”. I am recipient of Mrs Fred Ball Scholarship and Deans Scholarship for three years (2014-2016) doing my PhD for outstanding academic performance. I got my Masters in Vegetable Science (specialization in plant breeding, genetics and biotechnology) and Bachelors in Agriculture from Punjab Agricultural University, India. During my Bachelor and Masters I was recipient of University merit scholarship and merit certificate.

I was also awarded meritorious student award and BR Sharma gold medal for securing highest OGPA during my masters. I have delivered numerous poster presentations at national and international conferences. I have 10 publications for my masters research. I am also the member of different professional organizations (American Society of Horticultural Science, International Society of Horticulture and Canadian Journal of Plant Science). I also served on Graduate Student Liaison Committee, Departmental Social Committee and United Way Committee to organize different social events in the Department.