Dr. Vijay Prabha, Panjab University, India
Dr. Vijay Prabha is a distinguished Professor of Microbiology at Panjab University, Chandigarh, with expertise in Medical Microbiology. Her groundbreaking research focuses on understanding the intricate mechanisms underlying male and female infertility, particularly exploring the role of microorganisms and their metabolites. Dr. Prabha’s seminal work includes investigating bacterial-sperm interactions at the molecular level to develop innovative contraceptive strategies and elucidating the potential of probiotics in infertility management. Her contributions extend beyond research, as evidenced by her extensive editorial roles and active participation in scientific conferences worldwide. Dr. Prabha’s accolades include prestigious awards for her research presentations and her significant involvement in academic and professional bodies, reflecting her commitment to advancing microbiological sciences.
🌐 Professional Profiles :
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🎓 Academic Distinctions/Honours:
- Invited Lecture and Session Chair at Ehrlich II- 2nd World Conference on Magic Bullets, Nurnberg, Germany, 2008.
- Organized national and international conferences and workshops.
- Editorial board member for various esteemed journals.
- Served as a member of the UPSC panel for the selection of Specialist Grade III in Microbiology/Bacteriology.
- Certificate of recognition for chairing sessions at international conferences.
🏆 Best Paper/Poster Awards:
- Recipient of numerous awards for research contributions on infertility-related microbiology.
- Notable awards include best poster prizes and oral presentation accolades at international conferences.
👥 Membership of Learned Societies and Academic Bodies:
- Life member of Association of Microbiologists of India (AMI).
- Active member of Panjab University Research Journal of Science.
- Contribution to various committees in the Department of Microbiology.
🔬 Areas of Research:
Dr. Vijay Prabha, a distinguished Professor of Microbiology at Panjab University, delves into the intricate world of reproductive health with a focus on infertility. 🧬 Her pioneering research investigates the multifaceted roles of microorganisms in both male and female infertility, exploring avenues such as exploiting bacterial metabolites for vaginal contraceptives and unraveling the intricate interactions between bacteria and spermatozoa at the molecular level. 🦠 Her work extends to understanding immune infertility through molecular mimicry mechanisms and exploring the potential of probiotics in mitigating infertility issues. 🌱 Through innovative approaches like cloning and characterizing sperm impairing factors, Dr. Prabha aims to develop effective contraceptive methods while also employing protein profiling to unravel the underlying mechanisms of microbial-induced infertility. 🏆 With a dedication to advancing knowledge in this critical area, Dr. Prabha’s research offers promising insights into addressing reproductive health challenges.
📚 Scopus Metrics:
- 📝 Publications: 07 documents indexed in Scopus.
- 📊 Citations: A total of 103 citations for his publications, reflecting the widespread impact and recognition of Dr. Vijay Prabha’s research within the academic community.
Publications Top Notes :
- Contraceptive efficacy of sperm agglutinating factor from Staphylococcus warneri, isolated from the cervix of a woman with inexplicable infertility
- Published in Reproductive Biology and Endocrinology in 2019
- Citations: 4
- Colonization of mouse vagina with Pseudomonas aeruginosa: A plausible explanation for infertility
- Published in Microbial Pathogenesis in 2019
- Citations: 3
- Contraceptive Sperm Agglutinating Proteins Identified in Staphylococcus warneri, Natural Microflora of an Infertile Woman
- Published in Indian Journal of Microbiology in 2019
- Citations: 3
- Receptor from Streptococcus pyogenes as a potential antidote against sperm immobilization factor-induced sperm impairment and infertility
- Published in Microbial Pathogenesis in 2019
- Citations: 1
- Evaluation of Sperm Impairing Factor from Serratia marcescens as Male Contraceptive in Mouse Model
- Published in BioMed Research International in 2019
- Citations: 1