Journal of Environmental Biology

Small steps and great success: JEB's luminous visibility for 46 years

Editorial by  Professor Divakar Dalela¹  and  Professor S.S.S. Sarma²  

¹Executive Editor, Journal of Environmental Biology, Luclnow (India); Email: editor@jeb.co.in

²Advisory Editors, Journal of Environmental Biology, Luclnow (India); Email: ssssarma@gmail.com

Journal of Environmental Biology has successfully completed 46^th year of publication. Since inception, the journal has consistently catered to the needs of the scientific community by disseminating research from varied fields and has attained global recognition from the research fraternity. The journal has expanded its horizon, and today it publishes research from basic to applied sciences. Here we present the glimpse of the research contents of January issue-2026.

In the latest development, JEB has expanded the scope to include new areas –Geoinformatics & Environmental Engineering. The first five research articles in this issue are from the proceedings of a conference from the North-Eastern region of India that deal with the areas of Geoharzard and Environmental Engineering. Dey and Das aimed to develop mitigation and management strategies in context of invasion of Eichhornia crassipes in aquatic ecosystems. Lalthazuala et al., have mapped the entire Hunthar locality's susceptibility to landslide prone areas and studied the landslides physico-chemical and geotechnical characteristics of the soils of Hunthar landslide. Tlau et al., in their study have analyzed temporal variations and their implications for seismic hazard assessment in the Indo-Burma region. Lalropeki et al., have evaluated the relationship between ground level ozone and meterological variables in Aizwal, Mizoram. Lalruatdika et al., have monitored the vegetation dynamics for sustainable development planning.

In a study related to Environmental Sciences, Laowansiri and Phothilangka have explored a novel, practical solution to industrial wastewater while generating renewable energy. The study deals with sustainable environmental engineering with clear methodical rigor and application potential.

Two studies in this issue include biodiversity related aspects. Rajendra and Raghunathan have explored the range of Sarcophyton spinospiculatum to the Andaman & Nicobar Islands. Their work contributes valuable new data on the species distribution and highlights the importance of Nicobar Islands for marine conservation and ecological research. Sumanth et al., have assessed the carbon stock and tree diversity to understand carbon dynamics and establish a baseline for preserving valuable urban ecosystem.

In a study on Plant ecophysiology, Al-Ghamdi and El-Zohri have confirmed the potential of magnetized sea water as a viable alternative for irrigation water scarce and arid regions.

Sayed et al., have studied the ameliorative role of Rosmarinic acid against formaldehyde-induced lung toxicity in Winstar rats. A study on Pest control by Kaur et al., reports that anurans can significantly reduce the abundance of pest such as rice stem borers and grasshoppers in the rice ecosystem where pesticides are extensively used to control pests.

An article on Sericulture by Mahesh et al., elucidates standardization the rearing protocol for sustainable Eri silk production in India to boost farmer's income and support industrialization of Eri culture. Further, a study on Fisheries and Aquaculture by Singh et al., demonstrates the potential of selective breeding in common carp to culture in saline aquaculture system, offering a sustainable remedy for utilization of degraded saline soil.

Singh et al., in their study on Genetics and Plant Breeding have selected genetically diverse and superior parental lines of Trichosanthes dioica for their potential use in breeding programs for higher yield and good food quality. Kashyap et al., have evaluated the phytochemical profile of Withania somnifera to identify and quantify the bioactive compounds using different solvent extracts of roots.

In a study on Apiculture, the first comprehensive investigation into the biology and morphometrics of Tetragonula iridipennis in Assam, North-east India has been reported by Saranya et al., by establishing baseline morphometric and biological data, this study contributes to both the taxonomy and sustainable management of T. iridipennis, supporting future efforts in pollinator conservation, rural livelihoods and ecological agriculture in the region. Similarly, a study on Forest Entomology by Bhoi et al., explored the host plant-pest interactions at a biochemical level, providing insights into impact of plant metabolites on the whitefly development, survival and reproduction for developing targeted pest management strategies, enhancing the sustainability of Agroforestry and ecological conservation efforts.

The last two article of issue are based on Agricultural Sciences, wherein Satyajeet et al., have studied the effects of various land configurations and nutrient management on yield and economics of Indian mustard, while Harish et al., have studied the genetic diversity of small bitter gourd to identify promising elite types for cultivation and further breeding programs.

We hope that the readers would find the research articles of January edition interesting, informative and useful. More interesting and emerging topics would be covered in the upcoming issues.

The popularity of JEB is the result of hard work, dedication, team spirit and commitment to quality and excellence. Here we pause and remember late Dr. R.C. Dalela for his ebullient outlook towards his work. As a tribute, the entire JEB team intends to publish a “Commemorative Issue” to honor him for his academic and scientific contributions. Latest research in the field of Toxicology would be the area of interest. For more details, the researchers can contact the Editorial office.

We wish all the readers, a Joyful and Prosperous NEW YEAR – 2026.

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