Dr. Pankaj Kumar
Professor & Head
Department of Veterinary Parasitology,
Bihar Veterinary College,
Bihar Animal Sciences University, Patna, Bihar
✉ drpankajvet96@gmail.com
☎ +91-9386346757
Publication & Research Metrics
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Total Citations
02
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Specialization
Helminthology
Protozoology
Entomology
Qualification
| Degree | University / Institute | Year |
|---|---|---|
| B.V.Sc. & A.H. | RAU, Pusa, Samastipur | 2002 |
| M.V.Sc. | RAU, Pusa, Samastipur | 2004 |
| Ph.D. | OUAT, Bhubaneswar, Odisha | 2021 |
Employee Experience
| Name of Post | From | To | Organization / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
| Touring Veterinary Officer | August 2005 | August 2007 | Animal Husbandry, Government of Bihar |
| Assistant Professor | August 2007 | August 2020 | RAU, BAU, BASU |
| Associate Professor | August 2020 | March 2024 | Bihar Animal Sciences University, Patna |
| Professor | March 2024 | Till now | Bihar Animal Sciences University, Patna |
Five Best Research Articles
1
Kumar Pankaj, Sucheta Sinha, Sinha SRP, Gautam AK,
Kumari Sudha and Kumar S. (2016).
Comparative efficacy of cypermethrin, deltamethrin and zerokeet
against brown dog ticks.
The Indian Journal of Field Veterinarians
(The Indian Journal of Veterinary Sciences & Biotechnology),
Vol. 11 No. 4.
2
Kumar Anil, Kumar Pankaj, Bhatt Sonam, Kumar Ajeet,
Singh GD and Kumar Ankesh (2023).
Theileria annulata induced bilateral ocular signs in cattle
and its successful therapeutic management: A case report.
Iranian Journal of Parasitology,
Vol. 18, No. 3, Jul–Sep 2023, pp. 404–407.
3
Kumar Anil, Kumar Pankaj, Bhatt Sonam,
Singh Vivek Kumar and Kumar Ankesh (2023).
Diagnosis and therapeutic management of anaplasmosis
in a cross bred goat – A case report.
The Haryana Veterinarian,
September 2023, 62(SI-2), 167–168.
4
Kumar Pankaj, Sinha SRP, Sucheta Sinha,
Kumar Lalan and Jayachandran C. (2006).
Effect of atoxic higher dose of different acaricides
on temperature, pulse and respiration rate of tick infested dogs.
Indian Journal of Veterinary Research,
Vol. 15, No. 1, 2006: 51–56.
5
Kumar Pankaj, Mohanty B, Dehuri M, Panda SK,
Behra PC, Kundu AK and Hembram A. (2021).
Prevalence of Haemonchus contortus and other
gastrointestinal nematodes in different sheep breeds of Odisha.
The Pharma Innovation Journal,
2021; SP-10(4): 427–431.
Other Publications
Research Papers
27
Review Articles
01
Popular Articles
15
Book Authored
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Book Chapters Written
07
TV / Radio Talks
02
Ongoing Research Projects
| Sl. No. | Title of Research Project | Duration | Funding Agency | Sanctioned Budget | PI / Co-PI |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Development of Parasitological Museum | 3 years | BASU, Patna | Rs. 5.25 Lakhs | PI |
| 2 | Study on status of acaricide resistance in tick population of Bihar | 3 years | BASU, Patna | Rs. 3.55 Lakhs | Co-PI |
Completed Research Projects
| Sl. No. | Title of Research Project | Duration | Funding Agency | Sanctioned Budget | PI / Co-PI |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Molecular detection and assessment of oxidative stress in bovine Theileriosis carrier cattle encompassing Patna district of Bihar | 2 years | BASU, Patna | Rs. 3.35 Lakhs | Co-PI |
| 2 | Pilot study on anthelmintic resistance in gastrointestinal nematodes in cattle | 2 years | BASU, Patna | Rs. 2.00 Lakhs | PI / Co-PI |
Membership of Professional Societies
| Sl. No. | Society | Membership Number |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Indian Association for the Advancement of Veterinary Parasitology | 584 / 28.03.11 |
| 2 | Society for Promotion of Farm & Companion Animals | 84/SPFCA/2022 |
| 3 | Society for Agriculture Innovation and Development, Ranchi, Jharkhand, India | LM/HC/33 |
Honours & Awards
| Sl. No. | Name of Honour / Award | Awarding Organization | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Best Researcher Award in Veterinary Parasitology – 2019 | IJRULA | 2019 |
| 2 | Young Teacher Award – 2022 | Society for Agriculture Innovation and Development (SAID), Ranchi, Jharkhand | 2022 |
| 3 | Certificate of Appreciation – 2024 for Notable Contribution in Sports in 5th Inter College Sports Competition | BASU, Patna | 2024 |