Assist. Prof. Dr. Arti Gupta | Microbial Studies | Editorial Board Member

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Arti Gupta | Microbial Studies | Editorial Board Member

Assist. Prof. Dr. Arti Gupta | Microbial Studies | Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Rohilkhand University | India

Assist. Prof. Dr. Arti Gupta, Ph.D., is an accomplished researcher and academic recognized for her significant contributions to microbial biotechnology, molecular genetics, and animal sciences, with a career that reflects excellence in education, research, and leadership. Assist. Prof. Dr. Arti Gupta earned her doctoral degree in Animal Science from M.J.P. Rohilkhand University, Bareilly, with a thesis focused on genetic profiles of Mastomys and development of new microsatellite primers, establishing a foundation for her research in molecular biology and genetic marker development. Her academic journey was further enriched by an international Post-Doctoral Fellowship at Scotland’s Rural College, Edinburgh, where she worked on engineered microbial cell factories for plastic degradation, showcasing her commitment to sustainable biotechnology. Professionally, Assist. Prof. Dr. Arti Gupta has held diverse positions, including Visiting Assistant Professor in the Department of Zoology at Shri Avadh Raz Singh Smarak Degree College under Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia Avadh University, Research Scientist at Sun Agrigenetics Pvt. Ltd., Teaching Personnel at G.B. Pant University of Agriculture and Technology, CSIR Research Intern at CDRI Lucknow and M.J.P. Rohilkhand University, and Lecturer in Biotechnology and Microbiology at D.A.V. (P.G.) College, Meerut. With over a decade of academic and research experience, she has contributed to teaching, research guidance, and curriculum development while mentoring postgraduate students. Her research interests span microbial biotechnology, nanobiotechnology, molecular genetics, enzyme optimization, protease and amylase studies, and cross-species microsatellite marker development, aligning with her broader goal of applying science to address pressing global challenges in sustainability, agriculture, and health. Assist. Prof. Dr. Arti Gupta possesses extensive research skills, including DNA isolation and purification, PCR-based marker studies such as RAPD and RFLP, gene cloning techniques, enzyme kinetics, electrophoresis, chromatography, protein purification, and biochemical analysis, which collectively highlight her technical expertise.

Professional Profile: ORCID 

Selected Publications

  1. High-Resolution Genetic Profiling of Hb J-Meerut and Other Hemoglobin Variants in the Tharu Population via HPLC and DNA Sequencing – 2019 – Citations: 42

  2. Pesticide-Degrading and Phosphate-Solubilizing Bacilli Isolated from Agricultural Soil of Punjab (India) Enhance Plant Growth – 2020 – Citations: 35

  3. Effect of Silver Nanoparticles and Bacillus cereus LPR2 on the Growth of Zea mays – 2021 – Citations: 28

  4. Identification of Serum N-Glycoproteins as a Biological Correlate Underlying Chronic Stress Response in Mice – 2018 – Citations: 31

Mrs. Refiloe Malesa | Microbiology | Best Researcher Award

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Mrs. Refiloe Malesa | Microbiology | Best Researcher Award

Mrs. Refiloe Malesa | Microbiology | Agricultural Research Council | South Africa

Mrs. Refiloe Malesa is an accomplished molecular biologist and research technician from South Africa, currently pursuing her Ph.D. in Life Sciences (Molecular Biology – NGS) at the University of South Africa. She holds a Master of Technology in Veterinary Technology (Molecular Biology – NGS) with distinction, a Bachelor of Technology, and a National Diploma in Veterinary Technology from Tshwane University of Technology. Throughout her academic and professional career, Mrs. Refiloe Malesa has demonstrated exceptional expertise in molecular diagnostics, serology, and virology within high-containment research environments. Her professional experience spans over a decade at the Agricultural Research Council (ARC), where she serves as a research technician in the Transboundary Animal Diseases section. Working in a BSL-3 facility, she performs DNA/RNA extractions, real-time PCR, virus isolation, ELISA, and virus neutralization assays, focusing on Foot and Mouth Disease Virus (FMDV) and African Swine Fever Virus (ASFV). She has also contributed to efficacy testing of disinfectants, laboratory quality management under ISO 17025 standards, and postgraduate student training in molecular techniques. Her earlier experience as a laboratory manager and veterinary technologist at Vetdiagnostix and Cape Animal Clinical Pathology further strengthened her analytical and leadership abilities in clinical pathology and microbiology. Mrs. Refiloe Malesa’s research interests lie in molecular biology, next-generation sequencing, pathogen genomics, and diagnostic assay optimization for transboundary and zoonotic diseases affecting livestock and food security. Her research skills encompass advanced molecular diagnostics, genomic analysis, data interpretation, biosafety management, and quality assurance auditing as a SANAS Technical Assessor. She has presented her work at numerous national and international scientific conferences, including the South African Veterinary and Paraveterinary Congress and the Global African Swine Fever Research Alliance (GARA). Mrs. Refiloe Malesa’s outstanding scientific achievements have been recognized through her impactful publications in Scopus-indexed journals such as Pathogens, Frontiers in Bacteriology, and Journal of Veterinary Diagnostic Investigation. Her professional memberships include the South African Veterinary Council, and she actively contributes to knowledge dissemination and scientific mentorship.

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Featured Publications 

  1. Malesa, R., Pierneef, R., Mafuna, T., Magwedere, K., Seakamela, E., & Matle, I. (2025). Genome-based in silico analysis of the structural and functional characteristics of the type three secretion system (T3SS) and core effector proteins in Enteropathogenic Escherichia coli (EPEC) strains isolated from food-producing animals and products of animal origin. Pathogens, 14(11), 1099. (5 citations)

  2. Malesa, R., Pierneef, R., Magwedere, K., Mafuna, T., & Matle, I. (2024). Genomic characterisation of generic Escherichia coli from food-producing animals and products of animal origin in South Africa. Frontiers in Bacteriology, 4, 1432292. (3 citations)

  3. Seoke, L., Fosgate, G. T., Opperman, P. A., Malesa, R. P., Lazarus, D. D., Sirdar, M. M., & Heath, L. (2024). Optimization of a foot-and-mouth disease virus Southern African Territories–specific solid-phase competitive ELISA for small ruminant serum samples. Journal of Veterinary Diagnostic Investigation, 36(2), 18202. (4 citations)

  4. Chukwudi, I. C., Mira, F., Ogbu, K. I., Malesa, R. P., Purpari, G., Luka, P. D., Ugochukwu, E. I., Heath, L. E., Guercio, A., & Chah, K. F. (2021). Peste des petits ruminants in Nigeria: Identification and variations of lineage II and lineage IV in sheep and goats: Characterization of PPRV in South-East Nigeria. Veterinaria Italiana, 57(4), 345–354. (2 citations)

  5. Chukwudi, I. C., Ogbu, K. I., Luka, P. D., Malesa, R. P., Heath, L. E., Ugochukwu, E. I., & Chah, K. F. (2020). Molecular detection of African swine fever virus from field samples in Nigeria and Cameroon. Veterinary World, 13(10), 2358–2363. (3 citations)

  6. Ndlovu, S., Williamson, A.-L., Malesa, R., van Heerden, J., Boshoff, C. I., Bastos, A. D. S., Heath, L., & Carulei, O. (2020). Genome sequences of three African swine fever viruses of genotypes I, III, and XXII from South Africa and Zambia, isolated from Ornithodoros soft ticks. Microbiology Resource Announcements, 9(11), e01376–19. (6 citations)

  7. Malesa, R., Heath, L., & Matle, I. (2023). Comparative genomic insights into antimicrobial resistance determinants among Escherichia coli isolates from livestock and animal products. African Journal of Microbiology Research, 17(5), 210–222. (2 citations)