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Dr. Palaksha
Prof. Palaksha K. Javaregowda

Professor

  • PhD Gyeongsang National University, South Korea
  • POST-DOC
    • Cardiovascular and Metabolic Disease Centre, Inje University, Gimhae, South Korea.

    • College of Veterinary Medicine, Seoul National University (SNU), Seoul, South Korea

    • Center for Regenerative Medicine, National Centre for Child Health and Development (NCCHD), Tokyo, Japan.
  • Fellowships
    • Generation & Characterisation of hiPSC: National Centre for Child Health and Development, Tokyo, Japan.

    • Cell Therapy: The St. Mary’s Hospital, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul, South Korea.

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20 Years
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He has an extensive and diverse professional background in the field of biomedical sciences, holding various positions in prestigious institutions and organizations. Currently, he serves as the Principal of SDM Research Institute for Biomedical Sciences (SDMRIBS) located in Karnataka, India. In this role, he is responsible for initiating academic programs, such as skill development training and Master and PhD programs, focused on Biomedical Sciences. He also plays a key role in the preparation and implementation of the institute's vision document, as well as the administration and coordination of research, teaching, and training activities. Additionally, he has contributed to the establishment of patient tissue biopsy derived cell cultures for both basic and translational research and clinical applications, including the development of cell-based disease models and cell therapy modalities.
Prior to his current position, he held the role of Dean-Faculty (Research) at Shri Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwara University in Dharwad, Karnataka. In this capacity, he was responsible for preparing the Research Policy and Roadmap for the institute and university's research and development activities.
Furthermore, he served as the Director of SDM Research Institute for Biomedical Sciences, where he successfully set up the institute and initiated the Master of Science program in Biomedical Science. He played a vital role in coordinating research and teaching efforts, as well as establishing patient tissue biopsy derived cell cultures for various research purposes, including translational applications. He also contributed to the development of cell-based disease models and cell therapy modalities.
Throughout his career, he has focused his research efforts on several thrust areas, including the Gut-Liver & Gut-Reproductive Tract Axis, Regenerative Medicine (utilizing somatic cells, MSCs, and hiPSCs for cell-based models and therapeutics), and the role of human microbiota in health and disease.
His international research experience includes working as a Research Scientist in the Center for Regenerative Medicine at the National Center for Child Health and Development in Tokyo, Japan. During this time, he conducted research on practical applications of regenerative medicine, particularly in the field of hepatocytes derived from human embryonic stem cells. He also worked on hepatic spheroid culture protocols and developed melanocytes derived from human embryonic stem cells.
Additionally, he served as a Researcher in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Keio University School of Medicine in Tokyo, Japan. Here, he focused on studying aging-associated mitochondrial damage and rejuvenation in advanced reproductive age females, utilizing mouse-induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) as his research model.
He has also held the position of Professor & Biomedical Research Coordinator at SDM Biomedical Research Center in Karnataka, India. In this role, he was instrumental in setting up the Biomedical Research Center and a GMP-grade Cell Processing Center for stem cell research and applications. He was actively involved in various administrative tasks, including the registration of the SDM Educational Society with the Department of Scientific & Industrial Research of the Government of India. His research interests at the center encompassed the development of personalized and regenerative medicine for human diseases, as well as in vitro studies on the effects of drugs and phytochemicals on patient-derived and disease-specific cells.
Furthermore, he served as an Associate Professor at Nitte University Centre for Stem Cell Research & Regenerative Medicine in Mangaluru, India. Here, he played a key role in establishing the center and was involved in preparing official documents for the approval of stem cell research. He also participated in collaborative projects with international institutions to develop regenerative therapy for orthopedic disorders and to evaluate the effects of electron beam irradiation on phytochemicals and oral health care products.
In addition to his academic and research roles, he has also worked as a Technical and Scientific Advisor for overseas projects at ChangJo Engineering, a biomedical engineering company based in Seoul, South Korea. In this capacity, he provided expertise in planning, designing, and constructing cleanrooms and cleanroom components.
His post-doctoral experience includes working as a Post-doctoral Fellow in the Brain Korea-21 Program for Veterinary Sciences at the College of Veterinary Medicine, Seoul National University, South Korea. He conducted research on the generation of bovine-induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) and immortalized cell lines, with the goal of establishing bovine embryonic stem cells and transgenic cattle production.
Moreover, he served as a Senior Postdoctoral Fellow in the Bio-Green project at the Cardiovascular and Metabolic Disease Centre, Inje University, South Korea. During this time, he focused on the prophylactic and therapeutic effects of L-kynurenine and melatonin on collagen-induced arthritis in mice.
During his graduate studies, he received a fellowship from the Korea Science and Engineering Foundation, Govt. of the Republic of Korea, and conducted research at the Department of Veterinary Medicine, Gyeongsang National University, South Korea. His PhD research focused on the characterization of non-specific protective substances from the skin mucus of olive flounder.
Furthermore, he worked as a Senior Research Fellow at the College of Fisheries, University of Agricultural Sciences, Bengaluru, India. In this role, he conducted research on the effect of dietary supplementation of highly unsaturated fatty acids and immunostimulants on disease resistance in freshwater prawns.
His academic journey began as a Graduate Research Student at the College of Fisheries, University of Agricultural Sciences, Bengaluru, India, where he completed his master's degree. His research project involved the development and comparison of polymerase chain reaction (PCR) and monoclonal antibody (MAb) based immunodot assays for predicting outbreaks of white spot disease in shrimp farms.
Throughout his professional career, he has showcased his expertise in various aspects of biomedical sciences, including regenerative medicine, stem cell research, and disease modeling. He has actively contributed to academic institutions, research centers, and organizations both in India and abroad, playing significant roles in research, administration, and coordination of scientific endeavors.
He has extensive experience in setting up research laboratories and institutes, contributing to the advancement of biomedical sciences and translational applications. One notable experience is his current role at Shri Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwara University in Dharwad, India. As part of this responsibility, he played a crucial role in planning and establishing the Research Institute for Biomedical Sciences, a constituent unit of the university. This involved designing the syllabus for Master and PhD programs in Biomedical Sciences and organizing training programs for laboratory techniques and cell culture techniques. His expertise in establishing research infrastructure and creating an environment conducive to advanced research, teaching, and training has been invaluable.
In addition, he has contributed to the setup of various research centers and laboratories in different organizations. In Bengaluru, Karnataka, India, he was involved in designing a basic research laboratory and a clean room facility for private organizations. This required careful planning and attention to detail to ensure the proper setup of essential laboratory equipment and the maintenance of a clean and controlled environment necessary for conducting advanced research.
Furthermore, he played a key role in designing and establishing the Biomedical Research Center at SDM College of Medical College & Hospital in Dharwad, India. This center was dedicated to advanced biomedical research and translational applications, aiming to bridge the gap between scientific discoveries and their practical implementation in healthcare. His contribution to creating the infrastructure and ensuring the availability of state-of-the-art research facilities was instrumental in facilitating cutting-edge research in the field of biomedical sciences.
He also had the opportunity to establish the Stem Cell Research & Regenerative Medicine Centre at K. S. Hegde Medical College, Nitte (Deemed to be University) in Mangaluru, India. This center focused on harnessing the potential of stem cells and regenerative medicine for addressing various human diseases and conditions. His expertise in setting up the necessary infrastructure and ensuring the compliance with regulatory standards played a crucial role in establishing a center dedicated to cutting-edge research in the field.
Moreover, he has experience in setting up specific research units within larger research organizations. For example, at the Cardiovascular and Metabolic Disease Centre, Inje University in Gimhae, South Korea, he set up the Proteomics Research Unit. This involved establishing the necessary infrastructure, including specialized equipment and resources, to enable in-depth proteomic research aimed at understanding the role of proteins in cardiovascular and metabolic diseases.
Additionally, he contributed to the establishment of an R&D laboratory at Phikon Biotech Pvt. Ltd. in Bengaluru, India. In this role, he was responsible for setting up the laboratory and ensuring its functionality to support research and development activities. This required careful planning and coordination to equip the laboratory with the necessary instruments, materials, and protocols to facilitate effective research in the biotechnology field.
Through his experiences in setting up research laboratories and institutes, he has demonstrated his expertise in designing and establishing research infrastructure, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and creating an environment conducive to cutting-edge research and innovation. His contributions have been pivotal in advancing biomedical sciences and facilitating translational applications for the benefit of scientific and medical communities.
Further, He brings extensive teaching experience in various subjects, both at undergraduate and master's levels. At SDM Research Institute for Biomedical Sciences (SDMRIBS) and National Center for Child Health & Development in Tokyo, Japan, he taught Stem Cells & Regenerative Medicine for a period of two years each. His expertise in the field of nutritional immunology was utilized during his teaching tenure at SDMRIBS for two years as well.
In the realm of immunology and proteomics/immunoproteomics techniques, he shared his knowledge and conducted lab sessions at Cardiovascular and Metabolic Disease Centre, Inje University in Gimhae, South Korea, for two years. Additionally, he taught at the Department of Veterinary Medicine, Gyeongsang National University (GNU) in Jinju, South Korea, for three years, covering subjects such as immunology and proteomics/immunoproteomics techniques. His teaching responsibilities encompassed a diverse range of techniques, including sample preparation for chromatography, 2-DE and MALDI-TOF/MS analysis, iso-electric focusing (IEF), 2-DE and 2D-immunoblot, immunological assays, virus purification, and antibody production.
Furthermore, he has contributed to the field of aquaculture biotechnology and fish & shellfish nutrition as a teacher at the College of Fisheries, University of Agricultural Sciences (UAS) in Bengaluru. He conducted classes and lab sessions focusing on immunological assays, virus purification, and antibody production in the context of aquaculture biotechnology.
Through his teaching experience, he has demonstrated his ability to effectively convey complex concepts and methodologies to students at different educational levels. His diverse range of subjects and hands-on laboratory sessions reflect his comprehensive understanding of the respective fields.
He has conducted research in various areas, showcasing his diverse scientific expertise. One of his ongoing research focuses on the human microbiome/microbiota and its role in health and disease. Specifically, he is currently investigating the gut microbiome and its interactions with the gut-liver, gut-brain, gut-pancreas, and reproductive axis. Additionally, he is involved in translational glycobiology research, aiming to understand the impact of microbiome/microbiota on human health and diseases.
In the field of regenerative medicine, he has been involved in multiple projects. One ongoing project involves evaluating the efficacy of pooled human platelet lysate as a replacement for animal serum in the culture of clinical-grade chondrocytes. He has also explored practical applications of regenerative medicine through collaboration with the Japan Agency for Medical Research and Development (AMED). Furthermore, he has investigated aging-associated mitochondrial damage and rejuvenation in advanced reproductive age females and worked with international collaborators to develop regenerative therapies for orthopedic disorders.
Stem cells and cell biology are another area of his research expertise. He has established human embryonic stem cell-derived hepatocytes for in vitro disease and toxicological models, as well as cell therapy. Additionally, he has developed protocols for hepatic spheroid culture and generated hESC-derived melanocytes. His work also extends to the generation and characterization of mouse-induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) and bovine iPSCs for applications in establishing bovine embryonic stem cells and transgenic cattle production.
In the field of rheumatology, he has investigated the prophylactic and therapeutic effects of L-kynurenine and melatonin on collagen-induced arthritis in mice. Furthermore, he has conducted research in immunology, including the characterization of non-specific protective substances from the skin mucus of olive flounder and the study of dietary supplementation effects on disease resistance in freshwater prawns.
His research contributions also encompass the development of immunoassays and biological assays. He has worked on the development of immunodot kits for the detection, prognosis, and diagnosis of viral diseases in shrimp and Red Sea Bream. Additionally, he has conducted evaluations of gonadotropins, newly developing API/drugs, and heavy metal toxicity.
In the field of microbiology, he has identified major antigenic proteins of various pathogens, including Salmonella typhimurium, RSIV, Neospora caninum, and Toxoplasma gondii tachyzoites. He has also conducted pathogenicity evaluations of Lactococcus garvieae in Black Rockfish and developed 2D gel electrophoresis reference maps of pathogenic bacteria.
Furthermore, he has engaged in proteomics and immunoproteomics research, focusing on the development of reference maps and the identification of potential vaccine candidates for pathogenic bacteria. Cryobiology is another area of his expertise, where he has conducted research on the cryopreservation of endangered Mahseer (Tor khudree) spermatozoa. Additionally, he has been involved in antibody production using hybridoma technology, producing monoclonal and polyclonal antibodies against various targets.
Overall, his research efforts encompass a wide range of scientific disciplines, demonstrating his versatility and commitment to advancing knowledge in multiple fields of study.
He has made significant contributions to the scientific community through his research publications. His doctoral thesis, titled "Characterisation of non-specific protective substances from the skin mucus of olive flounder (Paralichthys olivaceus)," was submitted to the Department of Veterinary Medicine at Gyeongsang National University (GNU) in Jinju, South Korea in 2007. This thesis focused on studying the protective substances found in the skin mucus of olive flounder and their potential applications.
In addition, he completed a Master's thesis at the University of Agricultural Sciences (UAS) in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India in 2002. The thesis, titled "Comparison of Polymerase chain reaction (PCR) and Monoclonal antibody (MAb) based immunodot for predicting the outbreak of white spot disease in shrimp farms," explored different methods for detecting white spot disease in shrimp farms, comparing the effectiveness of PCR and MAb-based immunodot assays.
These theses represent his commitment to in-depth research and his efforts to contribute valuable knowledge to the field of veterinary medicine and aquaculture. By sharing his findings through these scientific publications, he has helped advance understanding and potentially improve disease detection and management strategies in aquatic organisms.
He also published several scientific articles mentioned below,
Mureo Kasahara*, Akinari Fukuda, Reiko Horikawa, Hajime Uchida, Shin Enosawa, Yoshie Oishi, Naoko Nakamura, Kengo Sasaki, Yusuke Yanagi, Seiichi Shimizu, Toshimasa Nakao, Tasuku Kodama, Seisuke Sakamoto, Itaru Hayakawa, Saeko Akiyama, Noriaki Saku, Shoko Miyata, Kenta Ite, Palaksha Kanive Javaregowda, Masashi Toyoda, Hidenori Nonaka, Kazuaki Nakamura, Yoshikazu Ito, Yasuyuki Fukuhara, Osamu Miyazaki, Shunsuke Nonaka, Kazuhiko Nakabayashi, Chizuko Haga, Takako Yoshioka, Akira Masuda, Takashi Okura, Mayu Yamazaki, Masakazu Machida, Rie Abutani, Shoko Miyajima, Hidenori Akutsu, Yoichi Matsubara, Takashi Igarashi, Akihiro Umezawa*Clinical study of an embryonic stem cell product for urea cycle disorders" to the New England Journal of Medicine. New England Journal of Medicine (Submitted).
Chie Kobori, Ryo Takagi, Ryo Yokomizo, Sakie Yoshihara, Mai Mori, Hiroto Takahashi, Palaksha Kanive Javaregowda, Tomohiko Akiyama, Minoru S. H. Ko, Kazuo Kishi, Akihiro Umezawa (2023). Functional and long-lived melanocytes from human pluripotent stem cells with transient ectopic expression of JMJD3. Stem Cell Research & Therapy. (Submitted).
Kiran Kumar, Kaveri Hallikeri, Ajaykumar Oli, Mallikarjun Goni, Apoorva Jain, Shilpasree AS, Palaksha KJ. (2023). Quantitative analysis of lncRNA in formalin-fixed paraffin-embedded tissues of Oral squamous cell carcinoma. Biotechnique. (Submitted).
Chie Kobori; Ryo Takagi; Ryo Yokomizo; Sakie Yoshihara; Mai Mori; Hiroto Takahashi; Palaksha Kanive Javaregowda; Tomohiko Akiyama; Minoru S.H. Ko; Kazuo Kishi; Akihiro Umezawa (2023). Functional and long-lived melanocytes from human pluripotent stem cells with transient ectopic expression of JMJD3. bioRxiv. 2023.03. 03.530736.
Renukaradhya K Math, Nayana Mudennavar, Palaksha Kanive Javaregowda and Ambuja Savanur (2022). Comparative analysis of spike protein of SARS CoV-2 variants functional, structural and evolutionary properties: An in silico method" JMIR Bioinformatics and Biotechnology. 3 (1): e37391.
Mallikarjun Goni, Anil Kumar Desai, Niranjan Kumar, Veda Hegde, Palaksha Kanive Javaregowda and Virupakshaiah DBM (2022). Significance of altered glycosyltransferases expression levels in oral cancer. Current Science. 123 (1). 52-58. (IF:1.169).
Ajay Kumar Oli, Nagaveni Shivshetty, Palaksha K. Javaregowda and Kelmani Chandrakanth. R. (2022). Extraction and purification of bioactive peptide with antimicrobial properties from horseshoe crab. Current Bioactive Compounds. 19(3), 01-09.
Ajay Kumar Oli, Palaksha K. Javaregowda, Apoorva Jain and Chandrakanth R. Kelmani (2022). Book Title: "Bacterial Biofilms": (ISBN 978-1-80355-769-0): Chapter Title: Mechanism Involved in Biofilm Formation of Enterococcus faecalis. Intechopen Publications. 1-18. http://dx.doi.org/10.5772/intechopen.103949
Miyata Shoko, Saku Noriaki, Saeko Akiyama, Javaregowda Palaksha Kanive, Ite Kenta, Nagisa Takashima, Toyoda Masashi, Kei Yura, Kimura Tohru, Nishina Hiroshi, Nakazawa Atsuko, Kasahara Mureo, Nonaka Hidenori, Kiyono Tohru, Umezawa Akihiro. (2022). Puromycin-based purification of cells with high expression of the cytochrome P450 CYP3A4 gene from a patient with drug-induced liver injury (DILI). Stem Cell Research & Therapy. 13 (1), 1-12. (IF:8.078).
Ajay Kumar Oli, Rohit N. Maidur, Preetham S. Hurkadli, Anita P. Javalgi, Palaksha K. Javaregowda, Mallikarjun Goni (2022). Incidence of inflammatory bowel disease: a single Centre retrospective study. Arquivos de gastroenterologia. 59(3): 345-351.
Kamat G., Renukaradhya K Math, Goni D., Balikai G., Savanur A., Mudennavar N., and Palaksha Kanive Javaregowda (2022). Use of Cyclosporine A and danazol in treatment of aplastic anemia: A real-world data from a teaching hospital in South India. Asian Journal of Medical Sciences. 13(10), 223–226.
Renukaradhya Math, Nagakumar Bharatham, Palaksha K Javaregowda and Han Dae Yun (2021). Role of Cel5H protein surface amino acids in binding with clay minerals and measurements of its forces. Applied Microscopy. 51:17-27.
Mallikarjun Goni, Palaksha Kanive Javaregowda, Vishwanath Chachadi, Virupakshaiah DBM (2021). Sialic acids: An avenue to target cancer progression, metastasis and resistance to therapy. Forum of Clinical Oncology. 12 (2); 1-9. ((IF:0.70).
Mallikarjun Goni, Veda Hegde, Niranjan Kumar, Anil Kumar Desai, Palaksha Kanive Javaregowda, Virupakshaiah DBM (2021). Evaluation of oral cancer associated glycosyltransferase expression levels in peripheral blood mononucleated cells. Advances in Cancer Biology-Metastasis. 3; 100013.
Ruri Tsuneishi, Noriaki Saku, Shoko Miyata, Saeko Akiyama, Palaksha Kanive Javaregowda, Kenta Ite, Nagisa Takashima, Masashi Toyoda, Tohru Kimura, Masahiko Kuroda, Atsuko Nakazawa, Mureo Kasahara, Hidenori Nonaka, Akihide Kamiya, Tohru Kiyono, Junji Yamauchi, and Akihiro Umezawa (2021). Ammonia-based enrichment and long-term propagation of zone I hepatocyte-like cells. Scientific Reports. 11(1):11381. (IF:4.996).
Renukaradhya K Math, Mallikarjun Goni, Palaksha KJ, Ajay S Khandagale, Ajaykumar Oli (2020). SARS-CoV19-2 spike protein mutation patterns: a global scenario. Preprints, 7 July 2020 doi:10.20944/preprints202007.0132.v1.
Geethashri A, Mohana Kumar B, Palaksha KJ, Sridhar KR, Sanjeev G, Veena Shetty A. (2016). Effect of Electron-beam Irradiation on Antimicrobial, Antibiofilm Activity and Cytotoxicity of Mouth Rinses. Indian Journal of Dental Research. 27(2):145-50 (IF:0.37).
Huh SW, Shetty AA, Kim JM, Cho ML, Kim SA, Yang SY, Kim YJ, Palaksha KJ, Choi NY, Kang J, Kim SJ 2016. Autologous bone marrow mesenchymal cell induced chondrogenesis for the treatment of osteoarthritis of knee. Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine. 13 (2); 200-209 (IF:4.451).
Geethashri A, Palaksha KJ, Mohana Kumar B, Sridhar KR, Sanjeev G, Veena Shetty A. (2014). Evaluation of Antimicrobial and Cytotoxic Activity of Electron Beam Irradiated Endodontic Sealer. Nitte University Journal of Health Sciences. 4 (4):76-80.
Veena Shetty A, Geethashri A, Palaksha KJ, Sridhar KR, Sanjeev G. (2014). Antimicrobial activity and stability of electron beam irradiated dental irrigants. J. Clinical & Diagnostic Res. 8(11): DC21-24.
Kim SJ, Ok Jae Koo OJ, Park HJ, Moon JH, da Torre BR, Palaksha KJ, Kang JT, Park SJ, Saadeldin IM, Choi JY, Lee BC and Jang G. (2014). Oct4 overexpression facilitates proliferation of porcine fibroblasts and development of cloned embryos. Zygote. Sept. 2: 1-8 (IF:1.818).
Palaksha KJ, Yoon JW and Jang Goo (2013). Roles of Mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) in bacterial diseases (Review article). J. Biomed. Res. 14(4): 184-194.
Jung TS, Del Castillo CS, Palaksha KJ, Dalvi RS, Nho SW, Park SB, Jang HB, Cha IS, Sung HW, Hikima JI and Aoki T (2012). Seasonal variation and comparative analysis of non-specific humoral immune substances in the skin mucus of olive flounder (P. olivaceus). Develop & Comparative Immunol. 38(2): 295-301 (IF:3.605).
Murthy S, Kumarswamy R, Palaksha KJ, Sujatha HR (2012). Effect of different types of shelters on survival and growth of giant freshwater prawn, macrobrachium rosenbergii. J. Marine Sci. Technol. 20 (2); 153-157 (IF:0.720).
Hong YK, Palaksha KJ, Lee SK, Lee SR, Chang KT and Hong YG (2011). Morphological Changes of Bones and Joints with Rheumatoid Arthritis and Osteoarthritis. Reprod. Dev. Biol. 35(2): 143-149.
Palaksha KJ, Shin GW, Kim YR and Jung TS (2008). Evaluation of non-specific immune components from the skin mucus of olive flounder (Paralichthys olivaceus). Fish & Shellfish Immunol. 24 (4): 479-488 (IF:4.622).
Patil R., Palaksha KJ, Anil TM, Guruchannabasavanna, Patil P, Shankar KM, Mohan CV and Sripada A. (2008). Evaluation of an immunodot test to manage white spot syndrome virus (WSSV) during cultivation of the giant tiger shrimp Penaeus monodon. Dis. Aqua. Org. 79: 157- 161 (IF:1.769).
Shin GW, Palaksha KJ, Kim YR, Nho SW, Heo GJ, Park SC and Jung TS (2007). Application of immunoproteomics in developing S. iniae vaccine for olive flounder (Paralichthys olivaceus). J. Chromatography B: Biomed. Sci. Applications. 849(1-2): 315-322 (IF:3.318).
Shin GW, Palaksha KJ, Kim YR, Nho SW, Heo GJ, Park SC and Jung TS 2007. Immunoproteomic analysis for capsulate and non-capsulate strains of L. garvieae. Vet. Microbial. 119:205-212 (IF:3.246).
Shin GW, Lee HJ, Palaksha KJ, Kim YR, Lee EY, Shin YS, Lee EG, Oh MJ and Jung TS (2006). Production of Monoclonal Antibodies (MAbs) for serum Immunoglobulins (Igs) of Black Rockfish (Sebastes schlegeli). J. Vet. Sci. 7(3): 293-295 (IF:1.603).
Shin GW, Palaksha KJ, Yang HH, Shin YS, Kim YR, Lee EY, Kim HY, Kim YJ, Oh MJ, Yoshida and Jung TS (2006). Discrimination of streptococcosis agents in olive flounder (Paralichthys olivaceus). Bull. European Association of Fish Pathologist. 26(2): 68-79 (IF:0.649).
Kang SH, Shin GW, Palaksha KJ, Shin YS, Kim YR, Lee EY, Suh EH, Huh NE, Oh MJ and Jung TS (2006). Efficacy of protein A-HRP in an immunological study of black rockfish (Sebastes schlegeli Higendorf) humoral immune responses. Fish & Shellfish Immunol. 20:295-304 (IF:4.622).
Basavaraja N, Hegde SN and Palaksha KJ (2006). Cryopreservation of the Endangered Mahseer (Tor khudree) Spermatozoa: Effect of dimethyl sulfoxide, freezing, activating media, and cryostorage on post-thaw spermatozoa motility and fertility. Biopreservation and Biobanking: Cell Preservation Technol. 4(1): 31-45 (IF:2.256).
Shin GW, Shin YS, Kim YR, Lee EY, Yang HH, Palaksha KJ, Yeon SC, Lee HC, Oh MJ, Joh SJ, Kang SW and Jung TS (2006). Investigation on Sedation and Anesthetic of AQUI-S for Black Rockfish (Sebastes schlegeli). J. Vet. Clinics. 23(3): 236-242 (IF:0.142).
Shin YS, Shin GW, Kim YR, Lee EY, Yang HH, Palaksha KJ, Youn HJ, Kim JH, Kim DY, Marsh AE, Lakritz J and Jung TS (2005). Comparison of Proteome and Antigenic Proteome between Two Neospora caninum Isolates. Vet. Parasitol. 134(1-2): 41-52 (IF:2.821).
Lee EG, Kim JH, Shin YS, Shin GW, Kim YR, Palaksha KJ, Kim DY, Itsuro Yamane, Kim YH, Kim GS, Suh MD, and Jung TS (2005). Application of proteomics for comparison of proteome of Neospora caninum and Toxoplasma gondii tachyzoites. J. Chromatography B: Biomed. Sci. Appl. 815(1-2): 305-314 (IF:3.318).
Shin GW, Shin YS, Kim YR, Lee EY, Yang HH, Palaksha KJ, Huh NE, Yeon SC, Lee HC, Oh MJ and Jung TS (2005). Examinations on sedation, anaesthetic and toxic effect of Isoeugenol for olive flounder (Paralichthys olivaceus). Korean J. Vet. Res. 45(2): 303-310 (IF:0.17).
Mohan Kumar B, Prakash Patil, Ramesh KS and Palaksha KJ (2005). Application of Bioremediation in aquaculture. Fishing Chimes. 24(10): 108-111.
Patil P, Mohana Kumar B, Palaksha KJ (2005). Role of trace elements in aquatic productivity. MPEDA newsletter. 8 (12). 14-16.
Kang SH, Shin GW, Shin YS, Palaksha KJ, Kim YR, Yang HH, Lee EY, Lee EG, Huh NE, Oh MJ and Jung TS (2004). Experimental evaluation of pathogenicity of Lactococcus garvieae in Black Rockfish (Sebastes schlegeli). J. Vet. Sci. 5(4): 387-390 (IF:1.603).
He has received several prestigious fellowships and awards throughout his career, recognizing his contributions and accomplishments in the field of research. As a Researcher/Research Scientist, he was awarded a Japanese Government job at the National Centre for Child Health and Development in Tokyo, Japan, where he worked for two years. In addition, he received a fellowship for intensive practical training on the generation and characterization of human disease-specific induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) at the same institution.
He further enhanced his expertise through a fellowship for intensive training on cell therapy, GMP guidelines, and quality control of cell-based products at the Catholic Institute of cell therapy, affiliated with the Catholic University of Korea in Seoul, South Korea, where he spent four weeks. As part of his academic journey, he received a Post-doc Fellowship under the Brain Korea 21 (BK-21) project at Seoul National University (SNU) and a Senior Post-doc Fellowship under the Bio-Green project at Inje University, both supported by the South Korean government.
His excellence in presenting research findings was acknowledged with the Excellent Oral Presentation Prize at a conference organized by the Korean Society of Veterinary Science in South Korea in 2006. He was also recognized with the Best Poster Presentation Prize at the VI Symposium on Diseases in Asian Aquaculture, organized by the Fish Health Section of the Asian Fisheries Society in Sri Lanka in 2005. In support of his participation in the symposium, he received Student Travel Assistance.
During his academic pursuits, he was awarded a PhD Fellowship by the Korea Science & Engineering Foundation (KOSEF), a government agency of Korea, to pursue his doctoral studies at the College of Veterinary Medicine, Gyeongsang National University in Jinju, South Korea. Additionally, he has received other fellowships, including a Research Fellowship and a Studentship, supported by the Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Government of India, for his research work in aquaculture and microbiology at the College of Fisheries in Mangalore, India.
Notably, he served as an Assistant Director of Fisheries in the Department of Fisheries, Government of Karnataka, India, as part of a gazetted officer job. This appointment further exemplifies his recognition and involvement in governmental roles related to fisheries.
Through these fellowships and awards, he has demonstrated his dedication to research, academic excellence, and contribution to the scientific community, furthering his expertise and accomplishments in his respective fields.
Additionally, He has achieved significant recognition and made valuable contributions through his involvement in various academic and research committees. As the Chairperson of the Faculty of Research in Biomedical Sciences at Shri Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwara University, he has provided leadership and guidance in promoting research excellence. Additionally, he has served as a Scientific Member of the Central Ethics Committee for Studies involving Human Participants, ensuring ethical standards in research involving human subjects.
His commitment to quality assurance in education is evident through his membership in the Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) of the university. He has also been actively engaged in collaborative efforts, serving as a member of committees working with prestigious institutions such as MAHE, Manipal, and IIT, Madras, to foster collaborations and memorandum of understanding (MoU) initiatives.
In terms of administrative responsibilities, he has undertaken important roles as the Member of the Monitoring Cell for Prohibition of Ragging, contributing to the creation of a safe and respectful educational environment. He has also served on committees related to medals/awards, the preparation of the university's vision document, and the University Executive Committee, where he has played a crucial part in shaping the institution's policies and direction.
Furthermore, his expertise has been recognized beyond his own institution. He has been appointed as an External Examiner for doctoral thesis evaluation at Nitte University, showcasing his reputation as a knowledgeable and respected academic. As the Chairman of the Multidisciplinary Research Advisory Committee at Karnataka Institute of Medical Sciences (KIMS), he has provided valuable insights and guidance to promote interdisciplinary research endeavors.
In addition, he has been actively involved in various other committees related to research, academia, and institutional ethics. These include the Research and Innovation Council, the Academic Council, the PhD Committee, the Standing Committee of the Academic Council, and the Research Advisory Committee of SDM Educational Society®. His expertise in ethical research practices is evident through his roles as an institutional member and CPCSEA nominee in the Institutional Animal Ethics Committee and as the Member Secretary of the Institutional Biosafety Committee at Nitte (Deemed to be University).
Overall, his achievements in serving on numerous committees highlight his dedication to academic excellence, research ethics, and the advancement of higher education. Through his active participation and leadership roles, he has made significant contributions to the academic and research community.
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