Dr. Alok Kumar
Assistant Professor
Department of Veterinary Gynaecology & Obstetrics,
Bihar Veterinary College, Bihar Animal Sciences University,
Patna – 800014
✉ dralokshukla@basu.org.in
☎ 8077518071
Publication & Research Metrics
124
Total Citations
07
h-index
06
i10-index
12
Research Papers
03
Review Articles
Specialization
Semen Biology and Sperm Physiology
Semen Cryobiology and Sperm Functional Assessment
Canine Endometrial Pathology: CEH-Pyometra Complex
Qualification
| Degree | University / Institute | Year |
|---|---|---|
| B.V.Sc. & A.H. | N.T.R. College of Veterinary Science, Sri Venkateswara Veterinary University, Andhra Pradesh | 2013 |
| M.V.Sc. | DUVASU, Mathura, Uttar Pradesh | 2016 |
| Ph.D. | ICAR-NDRI, Karnal | 2024 |
Employee Experience
| Name of Post | From | To | Organization / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Professor | November 2019 | Today | BVC, BASU |
Five Best Research Articles
1
Alok Kumar, JK Prasad, Nishant Kumar,
Mukul Anand, Sonika Verma, Rahul Dhariya, Ajeet Kumar,
Anil Gattani (2024).
Quercetin in semen extender curtails reactive oxygen and nitrogen
species and improves functional attributes of cryopreserved buck
semen.
Cryobiology 116, 104931.
DOI: 10.1016/j.cryobiol.2024.104931
Impact Factor: 2.7 | NAAS Rating: 8.7
DOI: 10.1016/j.cryobiol.2024.104931
Impact Factor: 2.7 | NAAS Rating: 8.7
2
Alok Kumar, Atul Saxena and Mukul Anand
(2024).
Subtle membrane changes in cryopreserved bull spermatozoa when
modified temperature drop rates are used during the first phase
of freezing.
CryoLetters 45(4), 212-220.
DOI: 10.54680/fr24410110312
Impact Factor: 1.0 | NAAS Rating: 7.0
DOI: 10.54680/fr24410110312
Impact Factor: 1.0 | NAAS Rating: 7.0
3
Alok Kumar, JK Prasad, Sonika Verma,
Ajeet Kumar, Anil Gattani, G.D. Singh and V.K. Singh (2024).
Evaluation of uterine antioxidants in bitches suffering from
cystic endometrial hyperplasia-pyometra complex.
Polish Journal of Veterinary Sciences.
27(1):43-52.
DOI: 10.24425/pjvs.2024.149332
Impact Factor: 0.8 | NAAS Rating: 6.8
DOI: 10.24425/pjvs.2024.149332
Impact Factor: 0.8 | NAAS Rating: 6.8
4
Alok Kumar, J.K. Prasad, Nishant Kumar,
Sonika Verma, Mukul Anand, Amrita Behera, Ajeet Kumar,
Jitendra Tiwari, Rahul Dhariya, Sumit Singhal &
Vishal Yadav (2025).
Quercetin modulates transcription of the apoptotic and CatSper
genes and optimises post thaw viability and kinematics of
buck spermatozoa.
Scientific Reports 15:22818.
DOI: 10.1038/s41598-025-88525-z
Impact Factor: 3.9
DOI: 10.1038/s41598-025-88525-z
Impact Factor: 3.9
5
Ajeet Kumar, Deepak Kumar, J.K. Prasad,
Ajeet Kumar, Amrita Behera and
Alok Kumar* (2025).
Transcriptional assessment of pro-inflammatory and immune markers
in the endometrium of bitches affected with CEH-Pyometra.
Animal Reproduction Science
V.279:107952.
Impact Factor: 3.3
Impact Factor: 3.3
Other Publications
Research Papers
12
Review Articles
03
Popular Articles
20
Book Authored
02
Book Chapters Written
08
TV / Radio Talks
04
Ongoing Research Projects
| Sl. No. | Title of Research Project | Duration | Funding Agency | Sanctioned Budget | PI / Co-PI |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bio-fabricated Gold Nano-Particle-Based Improved Semen Extender to Augment the Post-thaw Quality of Goat Semen | 3 years | NLM-DAHD | ₹130.33 lakh | PI |
| 2 | The Combined Effect of Quercetin and Platelet-rich Plasma in Semen Extender for Improved Antibacterial Efficacy and Membrane Repairing Potential of Cryopreserved Buck Semen | 3 years | DBT-MST | ₹24.73 lakh | PI |
Completed Research Projects
| Sl. No. | Title of Research Project | Duration | Funding Agency | Sanctioned Budget | PI / Co-PI |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | No completed research project details were provided in the supplied biodata. | ||||
Membership of Professional Societies
| Sl. No. | Society | Membership Number |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Indian Society for the Advancement of Canine Practice | A-366/2828/2019 |
| 2 | Society for Promotion of Farm and Companion Animals | SPFCA/25/2020 |
| 3 | Indian Society for the Study of Animal Preproduction | 3179 |
| 4 | Animal Physiologist Association | APA/255/2021 |
| 5 | Indian Society for the Study of Reproduction and Fertility | 1903 |
| 6 | Indian Society for Sheep & Goat Production & Utilization | 374/81-82 |
Honours & Awards
| Sl. No. | Name of Honour / Award | Awarding Organization | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | APA Best Ph.D. Thesis Award | Animal Physiologist Association | 2025 |
| 2 | Neomec Project Siksha Award for securing highest OGPA in B.V.Sc. & A.H. at college level | Intas Pharma | 2013 |
| 3 | First Prize in the Hindi Technical Article Category (2019-2020) for the joint Hindi technical article “बकरियों में कृत्रिम गर्भाधान” (Artificial Insemination in Goats), published in the 9th issue of Dugdh Ganga | ICAR-National Dairy Research Institute (NDRI), Karnal | 2020 |