Arpan Upadhyay | Animal Genetics | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr Arpan Upadhyay |  Animal Genetics |  Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor at  RVSKVV-College of Agriculture, Indore,  India

Dr. Arpan Upadhyay is an accomplished Assistant Professor in Animal Husbandry & Dairy at RVSKVV – College of Agriculture, Indore, India. His research focuses on livestock management, dairy production, and sustainable animal husbandry practices. With an H-index of 7, his contributions to the field are well-recognized in academic and scientific communities.

Profile:

Academic Qualifications:

  • B.V.Sc. & A.H. (2011), Nanaji Deshmukh Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Jabalpur, M.P.
  • M.V.Sc. (Animal Genetics & Breeding) (2013), ICAR-National Dairy Research Institute, Karnal, Haryana
  • Ph.D. (Animal Genetics & Breeding) (2016), ICAR-National Dairy Research Institute, Karnal, Haryana
  • PG Diploma in Rural Development (2023), Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU)

Work Experience:

  • Assistant Professor (Animal Husbandry & Dairy), RVSKVV-College of Agriculture, Indore (Since 05.09.2023)
  • Subject Matter Specialist (Animal Science), BUAT-Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Jhansi (2017-2023)
  • Senior Research Fellow, ICAR-NBAGR, Karnal (2016-2017)

Research Projects:

  • AICRP on Integrated Farming System (Associated Scientist, 2023-Present)
  • Special Central Assistance Schemes:
    • TSP-KSHAMTA (Co-PI, 2019-2023)
    • SCSP (Co-PI, 2021-2023)
  • Externally Funded Projects:
    • Promotion of Integrated Farming Systems in Bundelkhand (2019-2023, Nodal Officer)
  • KVK Schemes:
    • Doubling Farmers’ Income (DFI) (2017-2023, Nodal Officer)

Teaching Experience:

  • B.Sc. (Ag.): Livestock and Poultry Management (LPM-211)
  • M.Sc. (Ag. & Hort.): Statistical Methods for Applied Sciences (STAT 502) and Experimental Designs (STAT 511)

Awards & Recognitions:

  • Young Scientist Award (2024), Society of Agriculture & Biological Sciences Research
  • Certificate of Excellence in Peer-Reviewing (2022), Uttar Pradesh Journal of Zoology & Plant Cell Biotechnology
  • Appreciation Awards for Research & Extension Work (ICAR-NDRI & BUAT Banda)
  • UG Merit Fellowship, JRF, and Institutional Fellowship from ICAR

Technologies & Methodologies Developed:

  • Diagnostic Approaches for SNP Detection in Bovine AGPAT6 and MAP1B Genes
  • Prediction Models for Milk Energy Value in Murrah Buffaloes & Karan Fries Cattle

Memberships & Editorial Roles:

  • Indian Society of Animal Genetics and Breeding (ISAGB)
  • Society for Conservation of Domestic Animal Biodiversity (SOCDAB)
  • Veterinary Council of India (Life Member)
  • Editor, Krishi Prasarika (Biannual Newsletter, BUAT-KVK, Jhansi)

Extension & Capacity Building:

  • Conducted 100+ HRD Programs and Technology Transfer Initiatives
  • Organized ASCI Training on Animal Health Worker (300 hrs, Govt. of India)
  • Led Animal Health Camps, Kisan Melas, and Exhibitions

Conferences & Training Programs Attended:

  • International Agriculture Certificate Course (2024, Hybrid Mode)
  • National Training on Statistical Tools (2024, MAFSU Nagpur)
  • 21-Day Summer School on Sustainable Livestock & Crop Production (2022, ICAR-IGFRI)

📊 Citation Metrics:

  • Total Citations: 463
  • Citations Since 2020: 311
  • H-index: 7 (6 since 2020)
  • i10-index: 5 (3 since 2020)

Publication Top Notes:

  • Effect of heat stress on reproductive performances of dairy cattle and buffaloes: A review
    S. Dash, A.K. Chakravarty, A. Singh, A. Upadhyay, M. Singh, S. Yousuf
    Veterinary World, 9(3), 235 (2016) – 334 Citations
  • Assessment of expected breeding values for fertility traits of Murrah buffaloes under subtropical climate
    S. Dash, A.K. Chakravarty, A. Singh, P.R. Shivahre, A. Upadhyay, V. Sah, et al.
    Veterinary World, 8(3), 320 (2015) – 20 Citations
  • Phenotypic and genetic parameters estimation for birth weight in Zebu and crossbred calves born under organized farm conditions in India
    A.S. Selvan, M.S. Tantia, A. Kumaresan, A. Kumar, D.R. Kumar, A. Upadhyay, et al.
    International Journal of Livestock Research, 8(06), 48-58 (2018) – 13 Citations
  • Determination of critical heat stress zone for fertility traits using temperature humidity index in Murrah buffaloes
    S. Dash, A.K. Chakravarty, A. Singh, R. Behera, A. Upadhyay, P.R. Shivahre
    Indian Journal of Animal Sciences, 84(11), 1181-1184 (2014) – 12 Citations
  • Effect of genetic and phenotypic parameters on lifetime performance traits in Sahiwal cattle
    A. Upadhyay, D.K. Sadana, A.K. Gupta, A. Singh, P.R. Shivahre
    Indian Veterinary Journal, 92(1), 58-61 (2015) – 9 Citations
  • Detection of Single-Nucleotide Polymorphism in AGPAT6 Gene, Associated with Milk Fat Content, using Tetra-Primer ARMS PCR-Based Assay, in Karan Fries Breeding Bulls
    A. Upadhyay, A.K. Chakravarty, S. De, A.K. Gupta, A. Singh, A.S. Selvan
    Iranian Journal of Biotechnology, 17(4), e2084 (2019) – 8 Citations
  • Analysis of age and lactation specific survival rate, stayability, and expected herd life in Sahiwal cattle
    A. Upadhyay, D.K. Sadana, A.K. Gupta, A. Singh
    Indian Journal of Animal Sciences, 84(7), 767-70 (2014) – 7 Citations
  • Conventional and fluorescent-based semen quality assessment in Karan Fries bulls
    A. Panmei, A.K. Gupta, P.R. Shivahre, M. Bhakat, A. Upadhyay
    Veterinary World, 8(10), 1243 (2015) – 6 Citations
  • Identification of critical heat stress zone for energy corrected milk yield in Murrah buffaloes using temperature humidity index under subtropical climatic conditions
    R. Behera, A.K. Chakravarty, A. Sahu, N. Kashyap, S. Rai, S. Dash, A. Upadhyay, et al.
    Indian Journal of Animal Sciences, 88(7), 838-841 (2018) – 3 Citations
  • Morphological characteristics of indigenous goats of Bundelkhand Region of Uttar Pradesh
    M. Ahmad, S.P.S. Somvanshi, A. Upadhyay, M. Singh, N. Singh
    Journal of Krishi Vigyan, 9(1), 361-363 (2020) – 2 Citations

 

Faizul Hassan | Animal Breeding | Best Researcher Award

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Prof Faizul Hassan |  Animal Breeding |  Best Researcher Award

Professor/Dean at  Cholistan University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Bahawalpur,  Pakistan

Dr. Faiz-ul Hassan is a distinguished scholar specializing in Animal Genomics and Breeding. He holds a Ph.D. in Animal Breeding and Genetics from the University of Agriculture, Faisalabad, and completed a postdoctoral fellowship in Nutrigenomics at Guangxi Buffalo Research Institute, China. His research focuses on epigenetics, rumen metagenomics, genotype-nutrient interactions, and genetic characterization of indigenous livestock.

 

Publication Profile

Education:

  • Postdoc in Nutrigenomics, Guangxi Buffalo Research Institute, China (2018-2020)
  • Ph.D. in Animal Breeding and Genetics, University of Agriculture, Faisalabad, Pakistan (2012)
  • M.Sc. (Hons) in Animal Breeding and Genetics, University of Agriculture, Faisalabad (2004)
  • B.Sc. (Hons) in Animal Husbandry, University of Agriculture, Faisalabad (2001)

Research Focus:

  • Animal Genomics: Exploring genetic and epigenetic factors influencing farm animal performance.
  • Rumen Metagenomics: Modulating fermentation for methane mitigation.
  • Genotype-Nutrient Interaction: Enhancing growth performance.
  • Conservation: Genomic diversity for livestock sustainability.

Key Projects:

  • Development of Rohi Chicken Breed (2022-2026, Punjab Agricultural Research Board, Rs. 30.3 million)
  • Genomic Characterization of Sahiwal Cattle (HEC-funded, Rs. 6.93 million)
  • Rumen Microbiome Modulation in Buffaloes (Guangxi Buffalo Research Institute)

Honors:

  • Gold Medal for First Position in B.Sc. (Hons) Animal Husbandry
  • Recipient of international fellowships (USDA, Nottingham University, and CAAS-China)

Citations:

Citations: 2,850 (2,680 since 2019)
h-index: 30 (since 2019)
i10-index: 51 (47 since 2019)

Publication Top Note:

  1. Curcumin as an alternative epigenetic modulator: Mechanism of action and potential effects
    F Hassan, MS Rehman, MS Khan, MA Ali, A Javed, A Nawaz, C Yang
    Frontiers in Genetics 10, 514 (2019) – 272 citations
  2. Prospects of HSP70 as a genetic marker for thermo-tolerance and immuno-modulation in animals under climate change scenario
    F Hassan, A Nawaz, MS Rehman, MA Ali, SMR Dilshad, C Yang
    Animal Nutrition 5(4), 340-350 (2019) – 126 citations
  3. Lycopene: a natural antioxidant for prevention of heat-induced oxidative stress in poultry
    MA Arain, Z Mei, FU Hassan, M Saeed, M Alagawany, AH Shar, IR Rajput
    World’s Poultry Science Journal 74(1), 89-100 (2018) – 125 citations
  4. Reconsidering betaine as a natural anti-heat stress agent in poultry industry: a review
    M Saeed, D Babazadeh, M Naveed, MA Arain, FU Hassan, S Chao
    Tropical Animal Health and Production 49, 1329-1338 (2017) – 117 citations
  5. The potential mechanistic insights and future implications for the effect of prebiotics on poultry performance, gut microbiome, and intestinal morphology
    MU Yaqoob, ME Abd El-Hack, F Hassan, MT El-Saadony, AF Khafaga, …
    Poultry Science 100(7), 101143 (2021) – 110 citations
  6. Phytogenic additives can modulate rumen microbiome to mediate fermentation kinetics and methanogenesis through exploiting diet-microbe interaction
    F Hassan, MA Arshad, HM Ebeid, MS Rehman, MS Khan, S Shahid, …
    Frontiers in Veterinary Science 7, 892 (2020) – 104 citations
  7. Nutraceutical role of selenium nanoparticles in poultry nutrition: a review
    F Nabi, MA Arain, F Hassan, M Umar, N Rajput, M Alagawany, SF Syed, …
    World’s Poultry Science Journal 76(3), 459-471 (2020) – 92 citations
  8. Prospects and challenges for the conservation of farm animal genomic resources, 2015-2025
    MW Bruford, C Ginja, I Hoffmann, S Joost, P Orozco-terWengel, FJ Alberto, …
    Frontiers in Genetics 6, 314 (2015) – 90 citations
  9. Nano-particles of trace minerals in poultry nutrition: Potential applications and future prospects
    S Hassan, F Hassan, MS Rehman
    Biological Trace Element Research 195(2), 591-612 (2020) – 89 citations
  10. Gut microbiome colonization and development in neonatal ruminants: Strategies, prospects, and opportunities
    MA Arshad, F Hassan, MS Rehman, SA Huws, Y Cheng, AU Din
    Animal Nutrition 7(3), 883-895 (2021) – 88 citations
  11. Nanominerals: fabrication methods, benefits and hazards, and their applications in ruminants with special reference to selenium and zinc nanoparticles
    SA Abdelnour, M Alagawany, NM Hashem, MR Farag, ES Alghamdi, …
    Animals 11(7), 1916 (2021) – 87 citations
  12. The Feasibility of Using Yellow Mealworms (Tenebrio molitor): Towards a Sustainable Aquafeed Industry
    L Shafique, HMR Abdel-Latif, F Hassan, M Alagawany, MAE Naiel, …
    Animals 11(3), 811 (2021) – 82 citations
  13. Potential of Mulberry Leaf Biomass and Its Flavonoids to Improve Production and Health in Ruminants: Mechanistic Insights and Prospects
    F Hassan, MA Arshad, M Li, MS Rehman, JJ Loor, J Huang
    Animals 10(11), 2076 (2020) – 77 citations
  14. Influence of graded levels of l-theanine dietary supplementation on growth performance, carcass traits, meat quality, organs histomorphometry, blood chemistry and immune …
    M Saeed, X Yatao, F Hassan, M Arain, M Abd El-Hack, A Noreldin, C Sun
    International Journal of Molecular Sciences 19(2), 462 (2018) – 77 citations
  15. Revisiting the effects of different dietary sources of selenium on the health and performance of dairy animals: a review
    MA Arshad, HM Ebeid, F Hassan
    Biological Trace Element Research 199(9), 3319-3337 (2021) – 72 citations
  16. Health benefits and potential applications of anthocyanins in poultry feed industry
    L Changxing, M Chenling, M Alagawany, L Jianhua, D Dongfang, …
    World’s Poultry Science Journal 74(2), 251-264 (2018) – 64 citations
  17. Olive oil: nutritional applications, beneficial health aspects and its prospective application in poultry production
    RM Bilal, C Liu, H Zhao, Y Wang, MR Farag, M Alagawany, F Hassan, …
    Frontiers in Pharmacology 12, 723040 (2021) – 63 citations
  18. Moringa Oleifera Oil Modulates Rumen Microflora to Mediate In Vitro Fermentation Kinetics and Methanogenesis in Total Mix Rations
    HM Ebeid, L Mengwei, AE Kholif, F Hassan, P Lijuan, L Xin, Y Chengjian
    Current Microbiology 77, 1271-1282 (2020) – 62 citations
  19. Potential of Spirulina platensis as a feed supplement for poultry to enhance growth performance and immune modulation
    NA El-Shall, S Jiang, MR Farag, M Azzam, AA Al-Abdullatif, R Alhotan, …
    Frontiers in Immunology 14, 1072787 (2023) – 54 citations
  20. Copper nanoparticles as growth promoter, antioxidant and anti-bacterial agents in poultry nutrition: prospects and future implications
    M Sharif, MA Rahman, B Ahmed, RZ Abbas, F Hassan
    Biological Trace Element Research 199(10), 3825-3836 (2021) – 54 citations