Dr. Kumari Anjana is an accomplished veterinary pharmacologist and toxicologist, currently serving as Assistant Professor-cum-Junior Scientist at Bihar Veterinary College, BASU, Patna. With over 15 years of academic, research, and training experience, she has made substantial contributions to veterinary pharmacology, toxicology, and drug residue monitoring.

Her research and teaching journey began as a Senior Research Fellow (2008–2010) at Sardarkrushinagar Dantiwada Agricultural University (SDAU), Gujarat, where she worked on antimicrobial pharmacokinetics. Since 2011, she has been associated with BASU, contributing to research, education, and hands-on training in advanced pharmacological techniques.

Significant Achievements

• Research and Technical Expertise:
  Dr. Anjana has hands-on experience in over 17 advanced analytical and pharmacological techniques, including HPLC, HPTLC, GC-MS, LC-MS, AAS, FTIR, NMR, UV spectroscopy, SEM, and bioassays related to toxicity, analgesia, inflammation, and antimicrobial studies.

• Project Involvement:

  • Senior Research Fellow in pharmacokinetics studies of new antimicrobials (2008–2010)

  • Associated Scientist in ICAR-AICRP Outreach Programme on drug residues and environmental pollutants (2015–present)

• Book and Chapters:

  • Co-authored a practical book on HPLC analysis

  • Author of the upcoming book “Review of Veterinary Pharmacology and Toxicology”

  • Contributed 10 book chapters in a leading MCQ book on veterinary pharmacology and toxicology

• Publications and Presentations:

  • 26 research papers in indexed journals

  • Presented papers at 10 international and 15 national conferences

  • Attended and contributed to over 35 academic events, including workshops, symposiums, and webinars

• Awards and Recognitions:

  • Outstanding Woman Researcher Award in Veterinary Pharmacology (VIWA 2023)

  • Best Young Scientist Award, EET CRS 2022

  • Young Women Scientist Award, HITASA-2024

  • Best Oral & Poster Presentation Awards at national/international conferences

  • Best Women Teacher Award 2023 by Aviskar Foundation

Notable Contributions

• Served as Co-Course Coordinator and Resource Person in advanced HPLC hands-on training programs

• Contributed to curriculum development and capacity building through over 16 specialized training programs and FDPs

• Reviewer and committee member for various academic events at BASU

• Active in promoting herbal drug research, one-health pharmacology, and sustainable veterinary practices

• Holds lifetime membership in key scientific societies like ISVPT, STOX, ISVM, SPFCA, and more

Eligibility for Women Researcher Award

With her extensive experience, scientific accomplishments, and dedication to academic excellence, Dr. Kumari Anjana is eminently eligible for the Women Researcher Award in Scientific Laurels. Her pioneering work in veterinary pharmacology, commitment to herbal medicine research, and leadership in education and training truly exemplify excellence and inspire future generations of researchers.