Dr. Manju Lata is currently serving as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Animal Nutrition, G.B. Pant University of Agriculture and Technology, India. With 13 years of professional experience in teaching, research, and extension, she has significantly contributed to the field of animal nutrition and health management.

Her academic journey reflects strong research foundations. Her Master’s dissertation (2010) focused on studies on Acacia nilotica extracted tannins on rumen fermentation and its supplementation compared to designer milk powder on nutraceutical effects in rats. Later, her Doctoral dissertation (2024) studied the effect of dietary incorporation of Moringa oleifera leaf meal on the performance of Japanese quails. These pioneering works highlight her expertise in nutritional strategies for improving animal health and productivity.

Research & Publications

• 07 research publications in peer-reviewed journals.

• 05 review articles contributing to scientific knowledge in animal nutrition.

• 28 popular articles aimed at farmer awareness and technology transfer.

• Contributed to book chapters including Tutorials in Veterinary and Animal Sciences (ICAR SCSP Scheme, 2021) and published specialized lectures on protein nutrition, feed additives, and growth promoters.

• Delivered online lectures for UPSC/JRF aspirants under ICAR Scheduled Caste Sub-Plan (2020–2021).

Research Focus & Societal Impact

Her research has focused on:

• Feed formulation for optimized animal health and productivity.

• Digestibility enhancement through probiotics, enzymes, and feed additives.

• Functional feed ingredients such as antioxidants, prebiotics, and fatty acids.

• Nutrient requirement optimization for different species and production stages.

• Sustainable practices to reduce the environmental footprint of animal agriculture.

Her contributions are aimed at improving animal welfare, reducing antibiotic dependency, enhancing farmer profitability, and ensuring food security.

Academic Engagements & Training

• Attended 9 conferences, seminars, workshops, and training programs.

• Participated in 5 specialized training courses.

• Professional Memberships (05): Animal Nutrition Society of India, Animal Nutrition Association, Indian Society for Advancement of Canine Practice, The International Journal of Basic and Applied Agriculture Research, and The Indian Society for Study of Animal Reproduction.

Honors, Fellowships & Awards

• Awarded NDRI-JRF during her Master’s program.

• Qualified ARS/NET examination conducted by ASRB (ICAR), New Delhi.

Eligibility for Excellent Researcher Award

With her extensive research in animal nutrition, contributions to sustainable livestock production, impactful publications, and dedication to teaching and farmer outreach, Dr. Manju Lata is highly eligible for the prestigious Excellent Researcher Award in Scientific Laurels. Her scientific work bridges innovation with societal impact, advancing both animal welfare and agricultural sustainability.