Distinguished Academician and Researcher

29 years of teaching experience and 31 years of research experience at the state, national, and international levels. As a recognized Ph.D. guide at Gauhati University, Assam, India, they have guided 28 research scholars to PhD degree completion, with six more presenting their final registration seminars, and two MPhil degrees awarded. Their research portfolio includes 120 publications and six books.

Academic Achievements

Secured first-class positions in BSc (Hons) Zoology and MSc Zoology with a University Academic Gold Medal from Gauhati University.
Earned PhD degree from King’s College London, University of London in 1998.
Received prestigious fellowships, including the Commonwealth Academic Staff Scholarship and the Lever Hume Trust’s Postdoctoral Research Associateship.

Research Interests and Activities

Reproductive physiology, endocrine disruption, phyto-estrogens, and environmental estrogens
Validation of traditional uses of medicinal plants of North Eastern Region of India for curing diabetes, reproductive problems, and cancer
Participated in 65 seminars and conferences, delivering over 500 lectures on education, science, technology, and career opportunities

Administrative Experience

Served as Director of the College Development Council (CDC) at Gauhati University from 2011 to 2014
Appointed as Director (i/c) of the UGC-HRDC, Gauhati University in 2017
Held various roles in academic and administrative committees, including President of the Gauhati University Teachers’ Association and Coordinator of the Gauhati University Overseas Alumni Association

Memberships and Office Bearings

Life Member and General Secretary of the Zoological Society of Assam
Member of the Society of Sterility and Fertility, UK
Life Member of the Assam Science Society and other prestigious organizations
Chief-Editor/Editor/Adviser of a literary magazine and member of various academic societies¹