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Prof Dr. Kumud Bala | Pharmacology | Outstanding Scientist Award

Professor, Amity Institute of Biotechnology, India

Dr. Kumud Bala is a distinguished academician and currently serves as the Professor and Deputy Dean of Student Welfare at Amity University. 🎓 With a residence at 703 BSES Housing Association, B Block, Plot No-9/17, Sector 62, NOIDA, UP 201 301, Dr. Bala is deeply committed to the well-being and development of students. 🏫 She brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to her role, contributing significantly to the academic community. Dr. Kumud Bala’s contact details include her residential phone number (120) 433 2136 and mobile contact at 98112 92212. 📞 Additionally, she can be reached via email at kumud.bala.singh@gmail.com and kbala@amity.edu. 📧

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Educational Credentials 

Dr. Kumud Bala embarked on her academic journey in 1992, earning a B.Sc. in Zoology from Patna University with distinction, securing 71%. 🎓 She continued her pursuit of knowledge, attaining an M.Sc. in Immunology in 1995 with an impressive 65% from the same university. 🧪

In 1996, she cleared the B.E.T. (Eligibility for lectureship exam) in Zoology, demonstrating her commitment to academia and qualifying under the UGC. 📚 Subsequently, in 1999, Dr. Bala successfully navigated the Research Entrance Test (R.E.T.), a pivotal step leading to her Ph.D. journey in Biotechnology. 🧬

The culmination of her academic endeavors came in 2003 when she was awarded a Ph.D. from Patna University. Her doctoral thesis, titled “Mimosa Pudica and Vinca Rosea Extracts to Reduce Pesticide Induced Toxicity in Bone Marrow and Blood of Mice,” showcased her expertise in biotechnology and dedication to addressing environmental challenges. 🌱

Awards Received

Dr. Kumud Bala’s academic journey is adorned with prestigious recognitions and scholarships. From July 1986 to March 1992, she was a recipient of the Special State Merit Scholarship, a commendable achievement spanning her studies in I Sc., B.Sc., and M.Sc. 🎓 This scholarship reflects her consistent excellence and dedication to her academic pursuits during those years. Subsequently, from April 1999 to March 2003, Dr. Bala was awarded the Teacher’s Fellowship by the UGC, Government of India, supporting her in her pursuit of a Ph.D. 📚 This fellowship is a testament to her scholarly endeavors and commitment to advancing knowledge in her field. In recognition of her contributions, she received the Award of Excellence from AIIMS, New Delhi, and PGIMER, Chandigarh, during the period of October 25th to 30th, 2010. 🏆 Her responsibilities included organizing the 10th INPALMS at Amity University, Noida, U.P., showcasing her leadership and organizational skills. These awards and scholarships underscore Dr. Kumud Bala’s commitment to academic excellence, research, and her significant contributions to the field. 🌈

Career Highlights

Since November 1996, Dr. Kumud Bala has been an unwavering force in academia. As a Lecturer at the Department of Zoology, St. Columba’s College, Hazaribagh, she adeptly taught undergraduates and postgraduates in Immunology, Cell and Molecular Biology, Genetics, and Pharmaceutical Biotechnology. 📚 Her tenure at Amity University since June 2007 has seen her excel in guiding over 50 students in diverse projects, from Animal Model Development to Drug Targeting through Molecular Modeling. 🌟 Dr. Bala’s dedication extends beyond teaching, encompassing student motivation, career development, and holistic skill enhancement. 💡

Computer and Technique Proficiency 

Dr. Kumud Bala seamlessly integrates technology into her professional toolkit, boasting a proficient command of Windows, MS-Office, Internet navigation, HTML, MS Excel, and SPSS. 🖥️ Her adeptness extends further, having completed a Diploma in Advanced Computer Application from NIIT, Patna in 1999, solidifying her tech-savvy credentials. 🎓 This comprehensive skill set empowers her to navigate the digital landscape with ease, enhancing her efficiency in both academic and administrative domains. 💻

Publications Top Notes

📚 1. Exploring TLR signaling pathways as promising targets in cervical cancer: the road less traveled

👨‍💼 Authors: Agarwal, M., Kumar, M., Pathak, R., Bala, K., Kumar, A.

📅 Year: 2024

📖 Journal: International Review of Cell and Molecular Biology

📚 2. Author Correction: Novel biogenic silver nanoconjugates of Abrus precatorius seed extracts and their antiproliferative and antiangiogenic efficacies

👨‍💼 Authors: Kaur, A., Sharma, Y., Singh, G., … Khan, A.A., Bala, K.

📅 Year: 2023

📖 Journal: Scientific Reports

🔗 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-023-40079-8

 

📚 3. Novel biogenic silver nanoconjugates of Abrus precatorius seed extracts and their antiproliferative and antiangiogenic efficacies

👨‍💼 Authors: Kaur, A., Sharma, Y., Singh, G., … Khan, A.A., Bala, K.

📅 Year: 2023

📖 Journal: Scientific Reports

🔗 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-023-40079-8

🔗 Citation:  1

📚 4. Effective seed cake extract of O. sanctum inducing the p53 dependent apoptotic pathway in oral cancer cells

👨‍💼 Authors: Sharma, Y., Mishra, R., Kaur, A., Bharadwaj, M., Bala, K.

📅 Year: 2023

📖 Journal: Drug Development and Industrial Pharmacy

📚 5. Assessing the potential of rosary pea (Abrus precatorius L.) derived aqueous seed extracts as anticancer agents and their phytoconstituents as COX-2 inhibitor: an in-vitro and in-silico approach

👨‍💼 Authors: Kaur, A., Singh, G., Sharma, Y., … Kumar, A., Bala, K.

📅 Year: 2023

📖 Journal: Journal of Biomolecular Structure and Dynamics

🔗 DOI: Not available

📚 6. Antiproliferative efficacy of the antioxidant bioactive compounds of defatted seeds of Azadirachta indica and Momordica charantia against the regulatory function of tumor suppressor gene inducing oral carcinoma

👨‍💼 Authors: Sharma, Y., Kaur, A., Mishra, R., … Bharadwaj, M., Bala, K.

📅 Year: 2023

📖 Journal: Journal of Biomolecular Structure and Dynamics

🔗 DOI: Not available

📚 7. In-vitro antiproliferative efficacy of Abrus precatorius seed extracts on cervical carcinoma

👨‍💼 Authors: Kaur, A., Sharma, Y., Kumar, A., Ghosh, M.P., Bala, K.

📅 Year: 2022

📖 Journal: Scientific Reports

🔗 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-022-04122-7

📚 8. METABOLITES OF ABRUS PRECATORIUS TARGETING MULTIPLE ONCOGENIC AND ONCO-SUPPRESSIVE SIGNALING FOR CANCER PREVENTION AND INTERVENTION

👨‍💼 Authors: Kaur, A., Sharma, Y., Kumar, A., Bala, K.

📅 Year: 2022

📖 Journal: Journal of Microbiology, Biotechnology and Food Sciences

🔗 DOI: 10.15414/jmbfs.2022.12.2.22-28

📚 9. Preclinical assessment of stem of Nicotiana tabacum on excision wound model

👨‍💼 Authors: Sharma, Y., Kaur, A., Bhardwaj, R., … Madan, S., Bala, K.

📅 Year: 2021

📖 Journal: Bioorganic Chemistry

🔗 DOI: 10.1016/j.bioorg.2021.104731

📚 10. Antioxidant and antimicrobial activity of protein-agnps from the stem of nicotiana tabacum

👨‍💼 Authors: Sharma, Y., Srivastava, N., Bala, K.

📅 Year: 2021

📖 Journal: Current Bioactive Compounds

🔗 DOI: 10.2174/1573407217999200713101603

Kumud Bala | Pharmacology | Outstanding Scientist Award

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