Sudeep Nagaraj | Immunotherapy | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Sudeep Nagaraj, ICAR-NIVEDI, India

Dr. Sudeep Nagaraj is an accomplished molecular biologist and research scientist with a Ph.D. from GITAM University (2025) 🎓. He possesses extensive hands-on expertise in molecular genetics, cytogenetics, proteomics, virology, and phytochemistry 🧪🌿. With over six years of academic and research experience, he has served in various prestigious institutions including ICAR-NIVEDI and ICAR-IVRI 🏛️. Dr. Nagaraj has authored 20+ peer-reviewed publications on cytotoxicity, DNA barcoding, and viral epidemiology 📚. His primary research focus lies in virology and molecular diagnostics, especially lumpy skin disease in livestock 🐄🦠. He is known for blending academic rigor with applied research for public health impact 💡.

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Education

Dr. Sudeep Nagaraj holds a Ph.D. in Molecular Biology from GITAM University (2025) 🧬, an MSc from SDUAHER, Tamaka Kolar (2016) 🧪, and a BSc from FGC, KGF (2012) 📚. His academic journey began at Chinmaya Vidyalaya, Kolar (SSLC, 2007) and continued through BGS PU College (PUC, 2009) 🏫. Professionally, he has accumulated diverse experience across esteemed research institutions and labs, contributing significantly to molecular and virology research 🧫. Additionally, he has one year of teaching experience in Molecular Biology at SIMS and RC, where he taught undergraduate students with dedication and clarity 🎓🧑‍🏫.

Experience

oDr. Sudeep Nagaraj has amassed rich experience through roles such as SRF at ICAR-NIVEDI (2021–present) 🧬, Young Professional-II at ICAR-IVRI (2020–2021) 🧫, and Research Scientist at Cytogene Diagnostics (2019–2020) 🔬. His journey also includes positions at SIMS and RC, QTLomics, and IDBR. He taught Molecular Biology at SIMS and RC for a year at the UG level 🎓. His hands-on skills span molecular genetics (PCR, DNA isolation, HRM), proteomics (SDS-PAGE, Bradford assay), cytogenetics (karyotyping), gene cloning, cell culture, virology (ELISA, virus titration), and phytochemistry (plant extract prep) 🧬🌿🧫.

Awards

Dr. Sudeep Nagaraj has been honored with several prestigious awards for his outstanding contributions to scientific research and innovation 🧠🔬. He received the Young Scientist Award at the International Conference on Science, Health, and Engineering held in Chennai on January 11, 2020 🏆. In 2021, he was conferred the Best Researcher Award at the International Research Awards on New Science Inventions on August 11 in Chennai 🥇. Most recently, in 2025, he was recognized once again with a Young Scientist Award from Scientific Laurels, celebrating his continued excellence in research 🚀📚.

Research Focus

Dr. Sudeep Nagaraj’s research centers around molecular virology, cytogenetics, and immunology, with a significant emphasis on Lumpy Skin Disease (LSD) in livestock 🐄. His work extends to plant-based cytotoxicity, DNA barcoding, and cell culture techniques, reflecting a strong interdisciplinary foundation 🌿🧪. His studies explore pathogen-host interactions, viral evolution, and molecular diagnostics, contributing vital insights into disease spillovers and viral epidemiology across species 🧠🔍. He also focuses on PBMC assays, ELISA, and nanoparticle toxicity, bridging biomedicine, virology, and phytochemistry. His impactful contributions aid in zoonotic disease management and therapeutic development 📊💉🌾.