Dr. Pubaleem Deka| Veterinary Science | Young Scientist Award

Dr. Pubaleem Deka is an Assistant Professor in Veterinary Medicine at Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan University, Bhubaneswar. With a B.V.Sc & AH (2017) and M.V.Sc. (2019) from Assam Agricultural University, she earned her Ph.D. in Veterinary Epidemiology and Preventive Medicine in 2023. Her research focuses on Newcastle disease in poultry, emphasizing thermostable vaccine development. Notable achievements include developing a thermostable NDV vaccine, contributing to vaccine technology transfers, and publishing extensively in veterinary science. She has received multiple awards, including the Anundoram Borooah Award and Best Presentation accolades.

 

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🏫 Educational Qualifications

HSLC (2009) Percentage: 80.00% (1st Division) School: St. Mary’s High School, Barpeta Road Board: SEBA Subjects: English, Assamese, Mathematics, Advanced Mathematics, General Science, Social Science. AISSCE (10+2) (2011) Percentage: 81.00% (1st Division) School: Maharishi Vidya Mandir, Barsajai Board: CBSE Subjects: Biology, Physics, Chemistry, English, Mathematics. B.V.Sc and AH (2017) CGPA: 7.97 (1st Division) College: College of Veterinary Science, AAU, Khanapara University: AAU Subjects: As per VCI Syllabus. M.V.Sc. (2019) CGPA: 8.45 (1st Division with Distinction) College: College of Veterinary Science, AAU, Khanapara University: AAU Major: Veterinary Epidemiology and Preventive Medicine Minor: Veterinary Microbiology Supporting: Veterinary Clinical Medicine. Ph.D. (2023) CGPA: 8.81 (1st Division with Distinction) College: College of Veterinary Science, AAU, Khanapara University: AAU. Major: Veterinary Epidemiology and Preventive Medicine. Minor: Veterinary Microbiology Supporting: Animal Biotechnology ICAR-NET (2019) Status: Qualified Organization: ASRB, New Delhi

🏆 Awards and Honors

Anundoram Borooah Award (2009): For securing First Division in 10th (HSLC) examination. University State Merit Scholarships: Awarded during B.V.Sc and AH and M.V.Sc degree programs. Studentship Department of Biotechnology, India: Awarded during M.V.Sc by Advanced State Biotech Hub, Assam. Young Scientist Award: Presented a research article at KVAFSU, Hebbal, Bengaluru (2020). Best Oral Presentation: National conference IAVMI Conference (2022), LUVAS, Hisar. Second Best Oral Presentation: National conference IAVMI Conference (2022), LUVAS, Hisar. Certificate of Appreciation: For developing a Thermostable live Newcastle disease Virus vaccine AAUPSD44C.

📝 Thesis and Research

M.V.Sc. Thesis

• Title: Prevalence of Newcastle Disease in Backyard and Commercial Poultry in Assam
• Advisor: Dr. M.K. Nath
• Abstract: The study detailed the prevalence and characterization of NDV in Assam, revealing a 23.89% overall seroprevalence. Age-wise seroprevalence showed higher antibody titres in birds >12 months. Molecular pathotyping indicated all isolates were virulent.

Ph.D. Thesis

• Title: Immunogenic Potential of a Thermostable Newcastle Disease Virus (Genotype XIII) Isolate from Assam
• Advisor: Dr. G. Mahato
• Abstract: This research focused on thermoadapting and attenuating a mesogenic NDV isolate to evaluate its immunogenic potential. The adapted NDV retained thermostability and induced an immune response comparable to conventional vaccines.

🌟 Significant Contributions

Development of Thermostable NDV Vaccine: Actively involved in the development, technology transfer, and recognition by Assam Agricultural University. Isolation of NDV Strains: Submitted isolates to VTCC, Hisar. DNA Genome Sequences: Submitted sequences to NCBI Genebank.

🌐 Professional Experience

Junior Research Fellow: DBT-Twinning project on Newcastle disease virus at Department of Microbiology, CVSc., Assam Agricultural University (Dec 2020 – Jul 2022). Assistant Professor: Department of Veterinary Medicine, Institute of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry, Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan University, Bhubaneswar, Odisha (Nov 2023 – Present).

🎼 Extracurricular Activities

NCC: Participated in CATC at 47 Assam R&V Sqn, NCC, awarded Grade A in B-certificate examination. Music: Bachelor of Music, Visharad (Vocal) from Bhatkhande Sangeet Vidyapith, Lucknow. Multiple positions in group song categories at Annual College Meet.

 

📚  Publications

• Title: Isolation of genotype VII avian orthoavulavirus serotype 1 from barn owl from Northeast India
  • Journal: Avian Pathology
  • Year: 2022
  • Cited by: 12
  • Volume: 51
  • Issue: 1
  • Pages: 45-50
  • Contributors: S Gaurav, P Deka, S Das, P Deka, R Hazarika, P Kakati, A Kumar, …

 

• Title: African swine fever: Etiology, epidemiology, control strategies and progress toward vaccine development: A comprehensive review
  • Journal: Journal Of Entomology and Zoology Studies
  • Year: 2021
  • Cited by: 11
  • Volume: 9
  • Issue: 1
  • Pages: 919-929
  • Contributors: S Das, P Deka, P Deka, K Kalita, T Ansari, R Hazarika, NN Barman

 

• Title: Influence of Maternal Antibody on the Efficacy of Newcastle Disease Vaccination in Broilers
  • Year: 2020
  • Cited by: 9
  • Contributors: P Deka, S Das, P Deka

 

• Title: A study of risk factors associated with Newcastle disease and molecular characterization of genotype XIII Newcastle disease virus in backyard and commercial poultry in Assam, India
  • Journal: Research in Veterinary Science
  • Year: 2022
  • Cited by: 6
  • Volume: 150
  • Pages: 122-130
  • Contributors: P Deka, MK Nath, S Das, BC Das, A Phukan, D Lahkar, B Bora, …

 

• Title: Ascites syndrome (Water belly) in broilers and its management
  • Journal: Journal of Entomology and Zoology Studies
  • Year: 2019
  • Cited by: 5
  • Contributors: S Das, P Deka

 

• Title: Clinical management of hypothyroidism associated dermatological signs in a Labrador: A case report
  • Journal: Indian Journal of Veterinary Sciences and Biotechnology
  • Year: 2021
  • Cited by: 3
  • Volume: 17
  • Issue: 1
  • Pages: 91-92
  • Contributors: G Das, P Deka, KJ Dutta

 

• Title: A case report on management of dystocia due to foetal ascites in an Indigenous cow in Assam
  • Journal: Int. J. Chem. Stud
  • Year: 2018
  • Cited by: 3
  • Volume: 6
  • Issue: 3
  • Pages: 1170-1171
  • Contributors: G Das, P Deka
• Title: Studies on haemato-biochemical changes in calves due to Toxocara vitulorum Infection
  • Journal: IJCS
  • Year: 2018
  • Cited by: 3
  • Volume: 6
  • Issue: 3
  • Pages: 1203-1212
  • Contributors: G Das, D Kalita, A Phukan, P Deka

 

• Title: Thermostability and Immunogenicity of Genotype II Avian Orthoavulavirus (AOaV-1) Isolates from Duck (Anas platyrhynchos) and Parrot (Eclectusroratus)
  • Journal: Viruses
  • Year: 2022
  • Cited by: 1
  • Volume: 14
  • Issue: 11
  • Article number: 2528
  • Contributors: S Das, P Deka, P Kakati, P Deka, MK Nath, A Kumar, A Ali, M Sarma, …

 

• Title: Viral diseases of poultry in Assam, India: A review
  • Journal: International Journal of Bio-resource and Stress Management
  • Year: 2022
  • Cited by: 1
  • Volume: 13
  • Issue: 9
  • Pages: 943-953
  • Contributors: R Ahmed, P Deka, R Hazarika, J Barua, A Sharma, J Sarma, B Devi, …