Dr. Jayabalan Jayaprakash | Medical Microbiology | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Jayabalan Jayaprakash | Medical Microbiology | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Jayabalan Jayaprakash, St.Josph’s College of Arts and Science (Autonomous), India

Dr. Jayabalan Jayaprakash is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Microbiology at St. Joseph’s College of Arts & Science (Autonomous), Annamalai University 🌱. With a Ph.D. from the Pasteur Institute of India 🎓, he specializes in Medical Virology, Medical Microbiology, Nanotechnology, and Immunology 🦠. He has authored and co-authored numerous research papers and has a notable contribution in producing monoclonal antibodies for rabies research. Dr. Jayaprakash is also a recipient of the Best Research Paper Award (2018) 🏅 and holds multiple patents related to medical innovations 💡. His ongoing research and guidance further shape the field of microbiology.

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Education and Experience

🎓 Education:

  • Ph.D. in Microbiology – Pasteur Institute of India, Ministry of Health Family Welfare, Govt. of India (Bharathiar University) (Aug 2008 – Nov 2012).
  • M.Sc. in Microbiology – Bharathidasan University, Trichy, Tamil Nadu, India (Jun 2006 – May 2008).
  • B.Sc. in Botany – Thiruvalluvar University, Vellore, India (Jun 2003 – May 2006).
  • NET Qualified in Microbiology – ASRB (2017).

💼 Professional Experience:

  • Assistant Professor – St. Joseph’s College of Arts & Science (Autonomous), Annamalai University, Tamilnadu, India (Since 20.06.2012).
  • Visiting Researcher – Central Research Institute, Kasauli, Himachal Pradesh (May 2009 – Nov 2009).

Professional Development 

Dr. Jayabalan Jayaprakash continuously strives for professional growth with participation in various academic programs 🎓. He completed the NEP 2020 Orientation & Sensitization Programme and Refresher Course in Advanced Research Methodology 📚, earning an “A” grade. His active participation in academic training ensures that he stays at the forefront of Medical Microbiology and Nanotechnology 🧬. In addition to his academic expertise, Dr. Jayaprakash has been a mentor for several research projects, guiding students at the Ph.D. and M.Sc. levels 🏅. His dedication to education and research continues to positively impact the microbiology field.

Research Focus 

Dr. Jayaprakash’s research focuses on Medical Virology 🦠, Medical Microbiology 🧬, Nanotechnology 💎, and Immunology 💉. His work in Medical Virology includes the production and purification of monoclonal antibodies for diseases like rabies, which plays a crucial role in developing therapeutic treatments. His research in Nanotechnology involves microbial synthesis of nanoparticles and their biological applications 🧪. Additionally, Dr. Jayaprakash’s work in Immunology and Medical Microbiology is aimed at enhancing diagnostic techniques and developing advanced therapies. His contributions help advance global health by improving diagnostic methods and creating novel treatments for infectious diseases.

Awards and Honors 

  • 🏅 Best Research Paper Publication Award (2018) – St. Joseph’s College of Arts and Science (Autonomous), Cuddalore.
  • 📜 Research Guidance: Ongoing Ph.D. supervision for students Valli A and Baranidharan P.
  • 🏆 Patent Holder:
    • AI-powered Drug Delivery and Development in the Pharmaceutical Industry – Granted, Sep 2023.
    • Device for Production of Cancer Vaccine – Granted, Oct 2023.
    • Optimized Polyvinyl Alcohol: Polyacrylic Acid Nanofiber Formulation for Prolonged Release of Capecitabine – Published.

Publication Top Notes:

📖 Phytogenic Synthesis of Silver Nanoparticles Using Achyranthes Japonica Root and Its In Vitro Antimicrobial, Antioxidant, and Mushroom Tyrosinase Inhibitions, 4 citations

📖 Antibacterial and Anti-Biofilm Activities of Novel Antibiotic Conjugated Silver Nanoparticles , 2 citations

📖 Green Biogenic Synthesis of Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles Using Pseudomonas Putida Culture and Its In Vitro Antibacterial and Anti-Biofilm Activity , 86 citations

📖 Hydnocarpus Alpina Wt Extract Mediated Green Synthesis of ZnO Nanoparticle and Screening of Its Anti-Microbial, Free Radical Scavenging, and Photocatalytic Activity , 71 citations

📖 Low-Cost and Eco-Friendly Green Synthesis of Silver Nanoparticles Using Prunus Japonica (Rosaceae) Leaf Extract and Their Antibacterial, Antioxidant Properties , 104 citations

 

Dr. Pravin Dudhagara | Microbiology Awards | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Pravin Dudhagara | Microbiology Awards | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Pravin Dudhagara  , Department of Biosciences, VNSG University , India

Dr. Pravin R. Dudhagara is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Biosciences, Veer Narmad South Gujarat University (VNSGU), Surat, India. He holds a Ph.D. in Microbiology from Hemchandracharya North Gujarat University, Patan, where his research focused on “Polyextremophilic Microbial biodiversity and its biotechnological exploration.” Dr. Dudhagara’s academic journey includes a B.Sc. and M.Sc. in Microbiology from Virani Science College, Saurashtra University, and Department of Life Sciences, North Gujarat University, respectively. His current research interests span antimicrobial resistance, microbiome studies, and genomic surveillance, supported by several funded projects. Dr. Dudhagara has played pivotal roles in various academic and administrative capacities at VNSGU, including coordinating research projects, leading academic programs, and serving on boards and committees aimed at fostering innovation and educational excellence.

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🎓Education:

Dr. Pravin R. Dudhagara completed his academic journey with a Ph.D. in Microbiology from Hemchandracharya North Gujarat University, Patan, India, spanning from 2008 to 2015. His doctoral thesis focused on “Polyextremophilic Microbial biodiversity and its biotechnological exploration.” Prior to his Ph.D., he earned an M.Sc. in Microbiology from the Department of Life Sciences at North Gujarat University in 2006 and a B.Sc. in Microbiology from Virani Science College, Saurashtra University, Rajkot, India, in 2004.

🏢Work Experience:

Dr. Pravin R. Dudhagara currently serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biosciences at Veer Narmad South Gujarat University (VNSGU), Surat, India. Since 2017, he has been actively involved as the Coordinator of the state government-sponsored Supercomputer facility at VNSGU. From February 2020 to May 2021, he served as the Coordinator of the Student Start-up and Innovation Policy (SSIP) Cell. Dr. Dudhagara has also contributed as a Board Member of the Adhoc Board of Biotechnology since December 2021. Starting in October 2022, he took on the role of Convener for Institutional Innovation Counseling at VNSGU, and since November 2022, he has coordinated the M.Sc. Microbiology and PGDMLT programs at the university.

Publication Top Notes:

  • Bioprospecting of a Thermostable L-Methioninase from Alcaligenes aquatilis BJ-1 in Agro-Industrial Waste
      • Published: 2023
      • Journal: Microbiology Research
      • Cited by: 1
  • Whole Genome Sequencing and Pan-Genomic Analysis of Multidrug-Resistant Vibrio cholerae VC01 Isolated from a Clinical Sample
    • Published: 2023
    • Journal: Microorganisms
    • Cited by: 1
  • Comparative taxonomic and functional microbiome profiling of anthrospheric river tributary for xenobiotics degradation study
    • Published: 2022
    • Journal: Ecological Genetics and Genomics
    • Cited by: 1
  • Degradation and detoxification of monocrotophos using bacterial consortium
    • Published: 2022
    • Journal: Journal of Applied Biology and Biotechnology
    • Cited by: 2
  • Genome-Guided Investigation Provides New Insights into Secondary Metabolites of Streptomyces parvulus SX6 from Aegiceras corniculatum
    • Published: 2022
    • Journal: Polish Journal of Microbiology
    • Cited by: 2