معرفی
Dr. Sukant Misra serves as Professor in the Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics at Texas Tech University's College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources (CASNR). He held significant administrative roles including Vice Provost for International Affairs (2014-2022) overseeing global education/research initiatives, and Associate Dean for Research for CASNR (2002-2014), with continuous faculty service since 1993.
Education: Bachelor's and Master's in Analytical and Applied Economics from Utkal University, India (1979, 1981); Master of Science (1986) and Ph.D. in Agricultural Economics from Mississippi State University.
Research Focus: Specializes in agricultural economics with emphasis on international trade dynamics, developing economy agricultural systems, and global food security frameworks. His work integrates cross-border policy analysis and sustainable development strategies through extensive field experience across 25+ countries including Brazil, China, India, and Mexico.
Scientific Recognition:
- Texas Tech President's Excellence in Teaching Award (2007)
- Induction to Texas Tech's Teaching Academy (1998)
- Texas Tech Ex-Students Association New Faculty Award (1997)
- Departmental Outstanding Professor of the Year (1997)
Academic Leadership: Managed large-scale international research consortia and faculty-driven initiatives through Texas Tech's International Center for Agricultural Competitiveness. Developed strategic partnerships with leading institutions across six continents, facilitating faculty exchanges and joint grant proposals in agricultural development.
Research Infrastructure: Key contributor to the Thornton Agricultural Finance Institute and International Center for Agricultural Competitiveness, directing multinational projects on agricultural risk management and market integration strategies.
