Dr. Akhter Rasool is an accomplished veterinary and biomedical researcher with extensive expertise in animal reproduction, proteomics, hormonal profiling, and disease diagnostics. He has hands-on experience in sampling and processing diverse biological matrices—including urine, saliva, cervicovaginal fluid, blood, and feces—from both small and large animals to identify underlying pathological conditions. His interdisciplinary training bridges veterinary physiology, molecular biology, and advanced analytical techniques, contributing significantly to translational and applied veterinary research.

Research Expertise & Technical Proficiency

Dr. Rasool possesses strong proficiency in proteomics and hormone analytics, including Bradford assay, gel electrophoresis, mass spectrometry, ELISA, radioimmunoassay, and LC-MS/MS. He has successfully designed, executed, and validated experiments for protein identification and quantification in complex biological samples, as well as hormonal profiling of estradiol, progesterone, and luteinizing hormone (LH). His ability to interpret biological data using robust statistical approaches underscores his strength as an independent and methodical researcher.

Publications & Scholarly Contributions

With 40 peer-reviewed publications, Dr. Rasool has demonstrated sustained research productivity and scientific impact. He is also recognized for his excellence in peer reviewing for reputed international journals such as Frontiers in Medicine and Frontiers in Cellular and Infection Microbiology, reflecting his scholarly integrity and contribution to maintaining research quality in the scientific community.

Awards & Recognitions

Dr. Rasool has received multiple honors, including the Young Scientist Award (SIAVAS-2025), Best Research Paper Awards, merit scholarships from TANUVAS, and national-level academic recognitions. His achievements span research excellence, clinical case innovation, academic competitions, leadership (NCC awards), and professional service.

Professional Development & Capacity Building

He has undergone extensive national and international training in advanced reproductive technologies, antimicrobial resistance, molecular diagnostics, ultrasonography, nanotechnology, laboratory animal ethics, biostatistics, and generative AI for academic research. These programs highlight his commitment to continuous learning and adoption of emerging scientific methodologies.

Professional Memberships

Dr. Rasool is a life member of several prestigious national and international scientific bodies, including ISSAR, ISSRF, ASPIRE, and IAN, demonstrating active engagement with global research and professional networks.

Eligibility for Young Researcher Award 

Dr. Akhter Rasool is highly eligible for the Young Researcher Award (Scientific Laurels) due to his substantial research output at an early career stage, demonstrated by 40 publications, advanced technical expertise in proteomics and reproductive endocrinology, and consistent national and international recognition. His interdisciplinary research, excellence in peer reviewing, commitment to scientific capacity building, and impactful contributions to veterinary and biomedical sciences align strongly with the core criteria of the Young Researcher Award, which recognizes innovation, productivity, and future research potential.