Srinagar : Sher-e-Kashmir University of Agricultural Sciences and Technology of Kashmir (SKUAST-K) has earned national recognition after its senior scientist, Prof Syed Mudasir Andrabi, was awarded the prestigious JC Bose Fellowship, one of India’s highest scientific honours, for his pioneering contributions to biotechnology, innovation and translational research.
Prof Andrabi, Professor and Head of the Division of Animal Biotechnology, Faculty of Veterinary Sciences and Animal Husbandry, has been selected for the fellowship in recognition of his sustained excellence in research, technological innovation and scientific leadership. The fellowship is awarded to outstanding scientists whose work has made significant contributions to advancing science and technology in the country.
An internationally acclaimed researcher, Prof Andrabi has built an extensive body of work spanning animal biotechnology, molecular diagnostics, vaccine development, regenerative medicine, bioengineering and translational biomedical research. His research has focused on developing technologies that address critical challenges in human and animal health while supporting agricultural development and public welfare.
Currently, he leads several major research projects funded by premier national agencies, including the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF), Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Department of Science and Technology (DST), Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) and Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR). His ongoing work covers antimicrobial resistance, gene editing, regenerative medicine, vaccine development and the One Health approach.
Prof Andrabi’s research has resulted in several notable innovations, including SalOvac™, a recombinant Lactobacillus-based vaccine against poultry salmonellosis, the RealTick Multiplex Real-Time PCR Diagnostic Kit for human rickettsial infections, LungHealth-MDx, a digital PCR-based epigenetic diagnostic platform, advanced burn recovery bandages and regenerative biomaterials. He holds 13 granted patents, including two U.S. patents, besides several international patent applications and licensed technologies with commercial potential.
Congratulating Prof. Andrabi, Vice-Chancellor Prof. Nazir Ahmad Ganai said the honour reflects the growing stature of SKUAST-K in frontier scientific research and innovation. He said the recognition would further inspire the university’s research community to pursue high-impact science and accelerate the development of technologies that benefit agriculture, livestock and society.
The university described the fellowship as a landmark achievement for both SKUAST-K and Jammu & Kashmir, noting that it reinforces the institution’s emergence as a national hub for translational research, innovation and technology development.
