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SANT BABA BHAG SINGH UNIVERSITY

Established vide Punjab Govt. Act No. 6 of 2015 and is recognized by UGC under Section 2(f) of UGC Act, 1956. (ISO 9001:2015)

Dr Aksh Sharma

Dr Aksh Sharma

Assistant Professor
Allied Health Sciences Ph.D

Research Interests

Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Immunology

Specialization

Biotechnology

Scholarly Achievements

  • Scholarship for post-graduate teaching programme: Under DBT-HRD (Human Resource Development) from Aug 2010-Oct 2012
  • ITrap fellowship at University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon, Canada: Under NSERC-CREATE, Integrated Training Program in Infectious Diseases, Food Safety and Public policy

Development of a Multiplex PCR assay for the detection of infectious causes of bovine abortion.

Journal: Journal of Cell and Tissue Research | Vol: 13 (3)
UGC Care Listed View Article

Extraction of Curcumin from rhizomes of Curcuma longa by hexane method.

Journal: Science, Technology and Development | Vol: 10 (12)
UGC Care Listed

PGPR-Enabled bioremediation of pesticide and heavy metal-contaminated soil: A review of recent advances and emerging challenges

Journal: Chemosphere | Vol: 362
Scopus Indexed View Article

International Conference on Advances in Agriculture Sciences (ICAAS-2026) – Oral Paper Presentation

Organized By: University School of Agricultural Sciences, Rayat Bahra University, Mohali & Punjab State Council for Science and Technology, Punjab
05 May 2026

3rd International Conference on Frontiers in Industrial Biotechnology (ICFIBT-2026) – Oral Paper Presentation

Organized By: Department of Biotechnology, St. Joseph's College of Engineering, Chennai; supported by the Department of Biotechnology, Government of India
30 Mar 2026

National Conference on Empowering: Sustainability Bridging Science, Technology and Climate Resilience (ESBSTCR-2024)

Organized By: University Institute of Sciences Sant Baba Bhag Singh University in association with DST-SERB
17 Jan 2024

Paper presented during National Seminar on Best Practices in Higher Education – A Quality Enhancement Initiative

Organized By: DAV College, Hoshiarpur, 20th April, 2023
20 Apr 2023

International Conference on Novel Paradigms in Biotechnology – Bioengineering Interface: From Concepts to Reality (NPBBI-2021)

Organized By: Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology in association with California University of Science and Medicine, USA & Indian Association of Applied Microbiologists (IAAM)
10 Nov 2021

International Web Conference on Innovative and Current Advances in Agriculture & Allied Sciences (ICAAAS-2021)

Organized By: Society for Scientific Development in Agriculture & Technology (SSDAT), Meerut, India
19 Jul 2021

One Day Workshop on Learning Outcomes Attainment

Organized By: IQAC, Sant Baba Bhag Singh University, Jalandhar
26 Jun 2021

International Virtual Conference on Emerging Infectious and Zoonotic Diseases (IVCEIZD 2020)

Organized By: Department of Zoology, Chaudhary Charan Singh University, Meerut, Uttar Pradesh & Art of Giving Charitable Trust, Sankarankovil, Tamil Nadu
17 May 2020

Oral Presentation during International Conference on Futuristic Strategies of ICT for Digital and Sustainable Development organised on 7th-8th February, 2020

Organized By: Sant Baba Bhag Singh University, Khiala, Jalandar
01 Jan 2020

1st National Conference on Contemporary Advancements and Innovations in Science and Technology

Organized By: University Institute of Sciences and Humanities, Sant Baba Bhag Singh University, Khiala, Jalandar
18 Apr 2019

International Winter School on Role of Molecular Biology in Disease Diagnosis and Development of New Generation Vaccines

Organized By: School of Animal Biotchnology, Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University (GADVASU), Ludhiana in collaboration with the University of Saskatchwen, Canada
14 Nov 2016

International School on One Health, titled "A Team Science Approach for the Protection of Animal, Human and Environmental Health." 9-15 feb, 2016

Organized By: School of Public Health and Zoonoses, Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University (GADVASU), Ludhiana in collaboration with the University of Saskatchwen, Canada
09 Feb 2016

Two month research externship

Organized By: University of Saskatchwen, Canada
26 Jul 2015

Gut Microbiota: Target for the Treatment of Type II Diabetes

Book Name: Gut Microbiota in Type 2 Diabetes: Pathogenesis and Complications
Publisher: Apple Academic Press in co-publishing with CRC Press, Taylor Francis Group | Vol: I | ISBN: 9781779641748 | Year: 2026
Book Chapter

The Impacts of Gut Microbiota on Diabetic Neuropathy. Gut Microbiota in Type 2 Diabetes Pathogenesis and Complications

Book Name: Gut Microbiota in Type 2 Diabetes: Pathogenesis and Complications
Publisher: Apple Academic Press in co-publishing with CRC Press, Taylor Francis Group | Vol: I | ISBN: 9781779641748 | Year: 2026
Book Chapter

Mechanistic Pathways Linking Ageing and Insulin Resistance in Diabetes Mellitus

Book Name: Diabetes, Aging, and Management Strategies
Publisher: Elsevier | Vol: I | ISBN: Paperback ISBN: 9780443446658, ebook ISBN: 9780443 | Year: 2026
Book Chapter

Neurological, Antiproliferative and Apoptotic Effects of Honey

Book Name: Honey in Food Science and Physiology
Publisher: Springer Nature | Vol: I | ISBN: 978-981-97-3564-8 | Year: 2024
Book Chapter

Apigenin, Catechins and Soy Isoflavones as a Natural Treatment for Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome

Book Name: Herbal Medicine Applications for Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
Publisher: CRC Press, Taylor Francis Group | Vol: I | ISBN: 9781003344728 | Year: 2023
Book Chapter

Analysis of Students’ Feedback- A Key to Enhance the Quality of Education in HEIs

Book Name: Best Practices in Higher Education-A Quality Enhancement Initiative
Publisher: Unistar Books Pvt. Ltd. | Vol: I | ISBN: 9-789395-263955 | Year: 2023
Book Chapter

Isolation and Functional Characterization of Multi-Pesticide-Degrading Bacteria from Chronically Contaminated Sites

Funding Agency: Sant Baba Bhag Singh University | Amount: Rs 1,00,000
Status: Ongoing

Seroepidemiological studies on human brucellosis with an aim to screen the target population.

Funding Agency: Sant Baba Bhag Singh University | Amount: Rs 40,000
Status: Ended

3rd Oral Presentation Award at International Conference on transforming livestock Economy through Innovations in Immunology and Biotechnology

Awarded By: GADVASU, Ludhiana | Year: 2022

Best Oral Presentation award at International Conference on Sustainable Agriculture and Food Livelihood Security

Awarded By: PAU, Ludhiana | Year: 2012

Professional Memberships

  • Lifetime Membership: Indian Society for Veterinary Immunology and Biotechnology 2022
  • Lifetime Membership: The Biotech Research Society, India (Membership No:LM 2902) 2024

FDPs & Workshops

  • FDP on Personal Growth Through Competency Enhancement (PGTCE-2019)
    Sant Baba Bhag Singh University, Jalandhar
    08 Jul 2019 - 12 Jul 2019
  • Faculty Development Programme on E-Content Development
    SMBT Institute of Dental Sciences & Research, Nashik, Maharashtra (Online)
    09 Mar 2022 - 09 Mar 2022
  • Host–Pathogen Interaction (Immunology) – NPTEL-AICTE Faculty Development Programme (12 Weeks)
    NPTEL/SWAYAM, IIT Madras (Online)
    01 Jan 2023 - 01 Apr 2023
  • Faculty Induction/Orientation Programme for Faculty in Universities/Colleges/Institutes of Higher Education (4 Weeks)
    Ramanujan College, University of Delhi (Online)
    23 Apr 2023 - 22 May 2023
  • National Level Faculty Development Programme on Applied Microbiology and Medicinal Chemistry
    PROGREZZ Academic Training & Research Institute, Tiruppur, Tamil Nadu (Online)
    14 May 2024 - 19 May 2024
  • NEP 2020 Orientation & Sensitization Programme (MMTTP)
    Malaviya Mission Teacher Training Centre, Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University, Katra, J&K (Online)
    29 Sep 2025 - 10 Oct 2025
  • NEP 2020 Orientation & Sensitization Programme (MMTTP)
    Malaviya Mission Teacher Training Centre, Shri Ram College of Commerce, University of Delhi (Online)
    22 May 2026 - 30 May 2026