Dr. Nirupama Dalai is serving as an Assistant Professor in Veterinary Physiology at the College of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry, Bhubaneswar, under the Orissa University of Agriculture and Technology (OUAT). She is actively engaged in teaching, research, and academic development in veterinary physiology, with particular emphasis on muscle physiology, neurophysiology, and stress physiology in animals.

Teaching and Academic Contributions

Dr. Dalai has made substantial contributions to veterinary education through classroom teaching, academic mentoring, and resource development. She has coauthored two academic books, including:

• Questions and Answers on Skeletal and Smooth Muscle Physiology

• Text Book on Basics of Central Nervous System

These publications serve as valuable learning resources for undergraduate and postgraduate veterinary students.

Research and Publications

Dr. Dalai has an impressive research and publication record with a total of 26 publications, including:

• 10 published review articles

• 2 published clinical articles

• 11 published popular articles

She has also contributed 16 abstracts presented at national and international conferences, seminars, and symposia, reflecting her active engagement in scientific dissemination.

Book Chapter Contribution

She has published a notable book chapter:

• Dalai, N., Shekhar, S., and Dalai, R. (2022). Heat stress and its effect on haemato-biochemical levels in poultry. In Anthology of Veterinary Sciences & Animal Husbandry (ISBN: 978-93-94151-06-2, pp. 346–353).

This work highlights her research focus on animal physiology under stress conditions, particularly in poultry.

Conferences and Academic Engagement

Dr. Dalai has actively participated in 9 national and international conferences, contributing to academic discussions and knowledge exchange in veterinary and animal physiological sciences.

Awards and Recognitions

Her academic excellence and professional impact have been recognized through multiple prestigious awards:

• Inspiring Lady Veterinarian Award (2021)

• Late Rajbanshi Devi Memorial Award (2021)

• Dr. V. Kurien Excellence Award (2021)

• One World – One Health Excellence Award (2025)

• Dr. R. K. Goel Memorial Excellence Award (2025)

Eligibility for Excellent Academician Award

In view of her consistent academic performance, significant teaching contributions, strong publication record, authorship of academic books, active participation in conferences, and multiple national-level recognitions, Dr. Nirupama Dalai is highly eligible for the Excellent Academician Award under Scientific Laurels. Her sustained commitment to veterinary education, research excellence, and student-centric learning justifies her nomination for this prestigious academic honor.