Dr. Binod Kumar
Associate Professor & Head
Department of Veterinary Parasitology
College of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Kishanganj
Bihar Animal Sciences University, Patna
College of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Kishanganj
Bihar Animal Sciences University, Patna
Publication & Research Metrics
919
Total Citations
16
h-index
23
i10-index
56
Research Papers
6
Review Articles
Specialization
Veterinary Parasitology
Molecular Parasitology
Tick Biology
Tick Vaccine
Vector-borne Diseases
Haemoprotozoan Parasites
Qualification
| Sl. No. | Degree | College / University | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | B.V.Sc. & A.H. | College of Veterinary Science, R. Nagar, Hyderabad | 2008 |
| 2 | M.V.Sc. | IVRI, Izatnagar | 2010 |
| 3 | Ph.D. | IVRI, Izatnagar | 2016 |
Employee Experience
| Sl. No. | Position Held | Employer / Place of Work | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Associate Professor | CoVAS, Kishanganj | April 2023 | Till date |
| 2 | Assistant Professor | Veterinary College, Junagadh, Gujarat | September 2012 | April 2023 |
Best Three Research Articles
1
Kumar, B., Brahmbhatt, N. N.,
Thakre, B., et al. (2024).
Molecular identification of haemoparasites
in animals using blood lysate PCR:
a quick and inexpensive alternative to
purified whole genomic DNA.
Animal Biotechnology,
35(1), 2390935.
NAAS Rating 2026: 6.90
NAAS Rating 2026: 6.90
2
Kumar, B., Maharana, B. R.,
Thakre, B., Brahmbhatt, N. N.,
& Joseph, J. P. (2022).
18S rRNA Gene-Based Piroplasmid PCR:
An Assay for Rapid and Precise Molecular
Screening of Theileria and Babesia
Species in Animals.
Acta Parasitologica,
67(4), 1697–1707.
NAAS Rating 2026: 7.50
NAAS Rating 2026: 7.50
3
Kumar, B., Maharana, B. R.,
Brahmbhatt, N. N., Thakre, B. J.
and Parmar, V. L. (2021).
Development of a loop-mediated
isothermal amplification assay based
on RoTat1.2 gene for detection of
Trypanosoma evansi in domesticated animals.
Parasitology Research,
120(5), 1873–1882.
NAAS Rating 2026: 8.00
NAAS Rating 2026: 8.00
Other Publications
Research Articles
57
Review Articles
6
Popular Articles
6
Book Chapters
8
Books
6
Training / Laboratory Manuals
12
GenBank Accessions
>350
Ongoing Research Projects
| Sl. No. | Title of Research Project | Duration | Funding Agency | Sanctioned Budget | Role |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Molecular detection and characterization of ticks and tick-borne haemoprotozoans in cattle and goats in north-eastern region of Bihar. | 2 years | BASU, Patna (Institute Research Project) | ₹16.2 lakhs | PI |
| 2 | Status of gastro-intestinal parasitic burden in ruminants in north-eastern region of Bihar. | 2 years | BASU, Patna (Institute Research Project) | ₹5.0 lakhs | Co-PI |
| 3 | Prevalence of common MDR bacterial pathogens responsible for infertility (metritis, pyometra, repeat breeding & silent heat), abortion and mastitis in dairy animals of Kishanganj region. | 2 years | BASU, Patna (Institute Research Project) | ₹5.0 lakhs | Co-PI |
| 4 | Standardizing Goat transportation for improved welfare in Semanchal districts of Bihar. | 2 years | BASU, Patna (Institute Research Project) | ₹5.0 lakhs | Co-PI |
Completed Research Projects
| Sl. No. | Title of Research Project | Duration | Funding Agency | Sanctioned Budget | Role |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nil | |||||
Membership of Professional Societies
| Sl. No. | Professional Society / Council | Registration No. | Year | Membership Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Veterinary Council of India | 003451 | 2011 | Life Member |
| 2 | Gujarat Veterinary Council | 3780 | 2015 | Up to 2030 |
| 3 | Indian Association for Advancement of Veterinary Parasitology | 516 | 2009 | Life Member |
Honours & Awards
| Sl. No. | Name of Honour / Award | Awarding Organization / Details | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dr. N. S. Ruprah Memorial Oration Award | Indian Association of Veterinary Parasitology (IAAVP) | 2023 |
| 2 | Certificate of Appreciation | Bihar Animal Sciences University (BASU), Patna | 2025 |
| 3 | Dr. J. P. Dubey Young Scientist Award | Indian Association of Veterinary Parasitology (IAAVP) | 2010 |