Dr. Amita Singh is an accomplished veterinarian, animal research scientist, academician, and laboratory animal science professional with extensive experience in veterinary surgery, translational research, animal experimentation, animal welfare, and biomedical research. Her early research training at C.V.Sc., G.B. Pant University of Agriculture & Technology, Pantnagar involved surgical and post-operative management of splenic trauma in dogs, acute abdomen, critically ill traumatized patients, and surgical affections of limbs and hooves in dairy animals.

She subsequently served as a Veterinary Officer at Uttar Pradesh University of Medical Sciences (UPUMS), Saifai, where she became actively involved in institutional research projects, laboratory animal science, student mentoring, and translational biomedical research.

Research Experience

Dr. Singh has demonstrated sustained research involvement as both Principal Investigator and Co-Principal Investigator. Her research portfolio includes studies on the blood–brain barrier, Abhrak Bhasm, Raj Nirvan Bati, wound healing, animal models, drug delivery, and preclinical research.

She has served as Co-PI/Co-supervisor for multiple postgraduate animal research projects, including projects involving nose-to-brain drug delivery, oro-dispersible drug delivery systems, wound-management formulations, liposome-based drug delivery, and phytochemical investigation.

Publications & Scholarly Contributions

Dr. Singh has published research in several indexed journals, with contributions spanning veterinary surgery, laboratory animal science, pharmacology, toxicology, physiology, biomedical research, and translational science. Her publications include studies on:

• Splenic trauma and anaesthetic management in dogs
• Blood transfusion and clinicophysiological changes in traumatized animals
• Herbal interventions in wound healing
• Alternatives to animal experimentation
• Blood–brain barrier permeability
• Haematological, biochemical, and histopathological effects of experimental drugs
• Experimental cancer models
• Comparative physiological parameters in laboratory animals

She has also contributed a book chapter on Vibrio parahaemolyticus as an aquatic zoonotic agent, further demonstrating her interest in zoonoses and One Health research.

Research Projects & Leadership

As a Principal Investigator, Dr. Singh has undertaken translational research projects supported by UPUMS, including investigations into blood–brain barrier permeability and the effects of experimental formulations in Wistar rats. She has also served as Co-PI on institutional translational projects involving neurological and pharmacological research.

Her current involvement in several postgraduate research projects demonstrates her continuing role in research supervision, experimental design, laboratory animal management, and translational biomedical investigation.

Animal Research, Ethics & Welfare

A distinctive component of Dr. Singh's professional profile is her expertise in laboratory animal science, animal experimentation, research ethics, and animal welfare. She has participated in Institutional Animal Ethics Committee (IAEC) activities and has undertaken specialized training in laboratory animal care, preclinical studies, biosafety, animal welfare, FELASA-accredited laboratory animal science, and AAALAC principles.

Her research and academic activities reflect an emphasis on ethical and scientifically rigorous use of laboratory animals, including consideration of alternatives to animal experimentation.

Student Mentorship & Academic Contribution

Dr. Singh has made a substantial contribution to academic mentoring, having trained 76 postgraduate students. Her involvement in postgraduate research supervision has covered laboratory animal experiments, drug delivery, pharmacological evaluation, and translational research.

Her academic contribution extends beyond research through faculty development, workshops, scientific conferences, and professional training programmes.

Awards & Professional Recognition

Dr. Singh has received several notable recognitions for her professional and scientific contributions, including:

• Recognition for Outstanding Contribution to Animal Husbandry Programmes by the Department of Animal Husbandry, Uttar Pradesh and LASAI, India – 2018.
• Inspiring Lady Veterinarian Award by Pashudhan Praharee – 2021.
• COVID Warrior Award from UPUMS for community service during the COVID-19 pandemic – 2021.
• Best Veterinary Student Award from C.V.A.Sc., G.B. Pant University of Agriculture & Technology – 2001.
• Winner for an article addressing the contribution of the veterinary profession during the COVID-19 crisis – 2021.

These distinctions reflect her contributions to veterinary science, animal research, professional service, and society.

Conferences, Training & Professional Development

Dr. Singh has actively participated in national and international scientific conferences, seminars, workshops, and specialized training programmes. Her training includes FELASA-accredited Laboratory Animal Science, AAALAC principles, laboratory animal care and management, preclinical research, animal welfare and ethics, biosafety, veterinary medicine, medical education, and research methodology.

She has also presented research at professional forums involving veterinary surgery, laboratory animal science, biomedical research, and One Health.

Professional Memberships & Scientific Service

Dr. Singh has been associated with professional organizations including the Indian Society for Veterinary Surgery, Laboratory Animal Science Association of India, and Laboratory Animal Scientists' Association (India). She has also contributed to editorial and scientific activities and served on institutional committees related to animal ethics and research.

Research Interests

Her major research interests include:

• Veterinary surgery and experimental surgery
• Laboratory animal science
• Translational biomedical research
• Animal models in drug discovery
• Blood–brain barrier and drug delivery
• Pharmacological and toxicological evaluation
• Wound healing and tissue repair
• Animal welfare and research ethics
• Alternatives to animal experimentation
• Zoonoses and One Health
• Preclinical and interdisciplinary biomedical research

Overall Research Impact

Dr. Amita Singh has developed a multidisciplinary career at the intersection of veterinary science, laboratory animal research, biomedical sciences, and translational medicine. Her combination of research leadership, scientific publications, postgraduate mentorship, professional recognition, animal ethics involvement, and specialized laboratory animal training establishes her as an experienced contributor to animal-based biomedical and veterinary research.

Eligibility for Outstanding Scientist Award 

Dr. Amita Singh is eligible for the Outstanding Scientist Award in Scientific Laurels based on her sustained and multifaceted contributions to veterinary research, laboratory animal science, translational biomedical research, and academic mentorship. Her candidature is supported by her experience as Principal Investigator and Co-Principal Investigator, multiple funded translational research projects, substantial publication record, book chapter contribution, 76 postgraduate students trained, extensive professional and laboratory-animal expertise, and participation in institutional ethics and research activities.

Her national recognitions, including the Outstanding Contribution to Animal Husbandry recognition and Inspiring Lady Veterinarian Award, together with her COVID-19 service recognition and continuing involvement in advanced animal research projects, demonstrate professional leadership and scientific commitment. Her work connecting veterinary science with preclinical and translational biomedical research makes her a strong candidate for the Outstanding Scientist Award in Scientific Laurels.