Royal School of Life Sciences (RSLSC)

Department of Zoology

Thrust Areas of Research

  • Ecology and Wildlife Biology
  • Environmental and Gentic Toxicology

Instruments and Facilities

# Pictures Make Model Number
1 img Centrifuge REMI-R-8C ZFCN- 10365
2 img Gel Electrophoresis TARSONS
3 img U.V. transilluminator GENI 312NM
4 img (UV-Vis) Spectrophotometer BIO-ERA
5 img Double distillation plant BOROSIL ODU150
6 img Chemical dessicator POLYCAB
7 img Microcentrifuge TARSONS 00181R220
8 img Vortex REMI CH101
9 img Heating mantle BOROSIL GME500
10 img Digital pH meter REMI 2-MLH
11 img Magenetic stirrer REMI 2MLH
12 img Analytical Weigh balance RAMON
13 img Egg incubator BIOCRAFT
14 img Hot air oven AI 7481
15 img Microtome
16 img Refrigrator GODREJ
17 img Dissecting microscope ALMIRIS MD-1
18 img Compound Microscope MAGNUS HB
19 img Autoclave EQUITRON 7407ST
20 img Stereozoom microscope MAGNUS MZS

Ph.D. Students: 15

A. Ongoing Ph.D. students:

# Picture of the Student Name of the Student Title of thesis (tentative) Name of Supervisor
1 img Abujam Romibala Devi An Ecological study of fish species in Kirimukh, the confluence point of Jiri River with Barak river. Dr. Susmita Dey (Guide)/ Dr. Dharmeswar Barhoi (Co- guide
2 img Soibam Priyadarshini Evaluation of cytotoxic potential of selected medicinal plants in Assam Dr. Dharmeshwar Barhoi
3 img Sanjebam Joel Singh Population Status, Distribution and Ecology of Asian Softshell Turtle Amyda sp in North East India Dr. Parimal Chandra Ray
4 Parishika Borah A Study of Diversity and Distribution of odonates in Pobitora Wildlife Santuary Dr. Parimal Chandra Ray
5 img Mayoushree Gogoi Bionomics and Ecological Studies of the Family Sarcophagidae (Insecta Diptera) in Kamrup Metropolitan, Assam, India Dr. Abesh Chakraborty
6 img Sangeeta Biswas Ecological insights and morpho- molecular characterization of monogenean parasites from economically important local fishes in Kamrup District, Assam, India Dr. Parimal Chandra Ray
7 img Anurudha Chakaraborty A model based approaches an ecological insights on butterfly plant- pollinator network in different landscapes in Assam, India Dr. Parimal Chandra Ray
8 img Monish Kumar Thapa Studies on Herpetofauna Diversity and Urbanization Impact on Herpetofauna in and around Guwahati City, Assam Dr. Utsab Sinhga
9 img Priyanku Borah Temporal Dynamics and Environmental Drivers of Migratory water bird fluctuation in Bhramaputra River (Guwahati city) and protected and non protected wetlands in Kamrup District. Dr. Utsab Sinhga
10 img Achintya Pran Hazarika Habitat fragmentation impact on Elephant population and Human Elephant conflict in framgmentated landscape of Bramhaputra valley Dr. Utsab Sinhga
11 img Sent Bagla M Marak Prophylactu properties of Parkia spceiosa hash; against Pantoprazole induced hepatitis in mice Prof. Jashodeb Arjun
13 img Aparna Rabha Amelioratine potential of Elephantopu scaber and Cucurma amada against Ranitidine- induced gastrointestinal cancer in mice. Dr. Dharmeshwar Barhoi
14 img Dipsanu Paul Establishing chronic harmful impat levels of Perflurosulphonate on zebra fish and exploring potential remediation using Andrographis pariculata plant Dr. Dharmeshwar Barhoi
15 img Krishna Boro A study assessing butterfly populations as climate change indicators Dr. Abesh Chakraborty
16 img Bhitali Barakakat Evaluating seasonal dynamics of butterfly populations and identifying factors influencing their density and abundance in the Garbhanga Reserve forest. Dr. Abesh Chakraborty

Ongoing Projects

# Picture of P.I. Name of P.I./ Co-P.I Title Funding agency Duration
1 img Dr. Dharmeswar Barhoi Investigating the Involvement of Drug- Metabolizing Enzymes and Cytochrome P450, in Arsenic- Induced Hepatotoxicity and Exploring the Protective Efficacy of Moringa oleifera against As- induced hepatotoxicity The Assam Royal Global University 1.5 years
2 img Dr. Abesh Chakraborty Isolation and Characterization of microbiota associated with filth flies. The Assam Royal Global University 1.5 years
3 img Ms. Sangeeta Biswas A study on Monogenean diversity in commercially important fishes of Kamrup (M), Assam The Assam Royal Global Universty, Guwahati 1 year 6 months
4 img Mr. Anurudha Chakraborty Investigating the bio-accumulation of Nickel in the nectar of flowering plants at different landscapes of Kamrup (Metropolitan) District of Assam, India and studying its effects on pollination. The Assam Royal Global Universty, Guwahati 1.5 years
5 img Dr. Annu Kumari Unravelling the protective potential of Clitoria ternatea in different tissues of Channa punctatus against malathion induced toxicity The Assam Royal Global Universty, Guwahati 1 year 6 months

Completed Projects

# Picture of P.I. Name of P.I./ Co-P.I Title Funding agency Duration
1 img Dr. Dharmeswar Barhoi (PI) Effect of Fluride contamination
Impact of nitrogen fixing bacteria in the elevation of protein content in Eri silkworm and improvement of quality and quantity of silk production 		The Assam Royal Global University 0.5 years
2 img Mr. Anurudha Chakraborty (Co-PI) Impact of nitrogen fixing bacteria in the elevation of protein content in Eri silkworm and improvement of quality and quantity of silk production
Effect of Fluride contamination 		The Assam Royal Global University 0.5 years

Publications For the last 5 years

2024

1. Barhoi D, Barbhuiya SN, Rabha A, Giri S. Disinfection by-products (DBPs) and their Toxicological Risk on Human Wellbeing: A Public Health Concern. InDrinking Water Disinfection By-products: Sources, Fate and Remediation 2024 Feb 15 (pp. 109-133). Cham: Springer Nature Switzerland.
2. Paul D, Barhoi D. Glioblastoma: Physiopathology and Complications. InPhysiology and Function of Glial Cells in Health and Disease 2024 (pp. 261-279). IGI Global.
3. Chakraborty A*., Chakraborty D., Biswas S., Chakraborty A, and Deb, M. Taxonomic Assessment and Distributional Records of Sphingidae Moths (Lepidoptera: Heterocera) from Nagaland. Journal of Advanced Zoology. 2024. 45(1): 832-845.doi: https://jazindia.com/index.php/jaz/article/view/3230
4. Shangpliang, P. W., Hooroo, R. N. K., Ranee, G. B., Hajong, S. R., Kumari, A., & Lyngkhoi, E. (2024). Exploring Altitude's Influence: Contrasting Embryonic Development of Hyla annectans Jerdon in High and Low Altitude Environments. Uttar Pradesh Journal of Zoology, 45(7), 1-9. https://doi.org/10.56557/UPJOZ/2024/v45i73967.
5. Lanong, A., Kumari., A (2024). Interleukin-6 and its imperative role in various disorders and diseases. In: Futuristic Trends in Biotechnology Vol-3 (Book 18, Part 1. Chapter 3, pp 38-45). Imprint: Iterative International Publishers. ISBN: 978-93-6252-519-2.
6. Sharma, R., Snaitang, R., Kumari, A. (2022). Mammalian Target of Rapamycin (mTOR): A potential target for cancer therapy. In: Emerging Trends in Life Science (Chapter 29, pp: 316-322). ISBN: 9789390706082.
7. Chakraborty A, Dey R, Gogoi M, Barkakati B, Boro K, Ray PC. Predation by a Painted Bronzeback, Dendrelaphis pictus (Gmelin 1789), on a Crab at Garbhanga Reserve Forest, Assam, India. Reptiles & Amphibians. 2024 Jan 18;31(1):e21369-.DOI: https://doi.org/10.17161/randa.v31i1.21369

2023

8. Barbhuiya SN, Warisa R, Barhoi D, Das J, Giri S. Consequences of arsenic exposure in plant-health status: an overview. Arsenic in the Environment-Sources, Impacts and Remedies. 2023 May 18.
9. Choudhury C, Giri S, Mazumder R, Das R, Barhoi D, Sengupta M. Heavy metal bioaccumulation triggers oxystress, genotoxicity and immunomodulation in head kidney macrophages of Channa punctatus Bloch. Ecotoxicology. 2023 Jul;32(5):553-68.
10. Mandal A, Talukdar D, Das A, Giri A, Barhoi D, Giri S. Areca nut and smokeless tobacco exposure induces micronucleus, other nuclear abnormalities and cytotoxicity in early chick embryo. Birth Defects Research. 2023 Jun 1;115(10):967-79.
11. Thalor MA, Nagabhyrava R, Rajkumar K, Chakraborty A, Singh R, Aswal US. Deep learning insights and methods for classifying wildlife. In2023 3rd International Conference on Advance Computing and Innovative Technologies in Engineering (ICACITE) 2023 May 12 (pp. 403-407). IEEE.
12. Kumari A., Chowdhury S., Agarwal D., Shangpliang W., Sharma R., Lanong A., (2023) Navigating the future: Nanotechnological strategies for tackling hepatocellular carcinoma. Journal of Cancer Research Reviews & Reports, 2755-0176. http://doi.org/10.47363/JCRR/2023(5)180.
13. Kumari, A., Saha, N. (2023). Changes in the genes and proteins expression of osmosensitive channel and transporter in primary hepatocytes of air-breathing catfish, Clarias magur. In: Thinkers: Creating New Ideas of Research Vol-2 (Chapter.29, pp: 526-539). Eudoxia Research University-USA and Eudoxia Research Centre, India Publication. ISBN: 979-8869541154.
14. Kumari, A., Saha, N. (2023). Molecular Characterization and Expression of Na+-K+-ATPase Encoding Genes in the Gills of Magur Catfish (Clarias magur) Induced by Hyper-osmotic Stress. In: Fisheries: Unraveling Heritage To Achieve Modern Goals (Chapter 1, pp: 1-22). Om Publication (India). ISBN: 978-93-56512-00-9.
15. Paul S, Choudhury AS, Singha U, Saikia P, Choudhury IB, Mazumder MK. Carnivores in Peril in the ‘Valley of Extinction’: A Review on Diversity, Distribution Status and Conservation in Southern Assam, India. Uttar Pradesh Journal of Zoology. 2023 Jul 24;44(15):34-54. DOI: 10.56557/upjoz/2023/v44i153567
16. Blanck T, Gaillard D, Protiva T, Wheatley M, Shi H, Liu L, Ray PC, Anders B. A Taxonomic Hide and Seek: Phylogenetic and Phylogeographic Relationships in the Southeast Asian Box Turtle, Cuora amboinensis (Riche in Daudin, 1801). Russian Journal of Herpetology. 2023 Nov 15;30(6):1-52. DOI: https://doi.org/10.30906/1026-22962023 30-6-S-1-52

2022

17. Barhoi D, Upadhaya P, Barbhuiya SN, Giri A, Giri S. Extracts of Tagetes erecta exhibit potential cytotoxic and antitumor activity that could be employed as a promising therapeutic agent against cancer: A study involving in vitro and in vivo approach. Phytomedicine Plus. 2022 Feb 1;2(1):100187.
18. Upadhaya P, Giri S, Barhoi D, Bhattacharjee A. Altered expression of junctional proteins as a potential biomarker in oral precancerous and cancerous patients. Tissue Barriers. 2022 Apr 3;10(2):1973329.
19. Barhoi D, Barbhuiya SN, Giri S. Potential Phytochemical Nanoemulsions in the Treatment of Oral Cancer and Oral Health: Recent Advancement in Cancer Therapy. InHandbook of Research on Nanoemulsion Applications in Agriculture, Food, Health, and Biomedical Sciences 2022 (pp. 330-353). IGI Global.
20. Das S, Upadhaya P, Barhoi D, Nath Barbhuiya S, Langthasa P, Giri S. GCMS analysis of sadagura (smokeless tobacco), its enhanced genomic instability causing potential due to arsenic co-exposure, and vitamin-C supplementation as a possible remedial measure: a study involving multiple model test systems. Drug and Chemical Toxicology. 2022 Jan 2;45(1):185-96.
21. Chakraborty A*. Taxonomic analysis and morpho-descriptive short notes on Museum specimens of Conicera (Tritoconicera) kempi Brunetti, 1924 (Insecta: Diptera: Phoridae: Phorinae). JEZS .2022.10(5):27-29. DOI: https://doi.org/10.22271/j.ento.2022.v10.i5a.9046
22. Chakraborty, A*. Short Notes on Bionomics and Taxonomy of Sarcophaga (Parasarcophaga) albiceps (Meigen, 1826), a Fly of Veterinary Importance". Acta Scientific Veterinary Sciences 4.12 (2022): 45-49.
23. Kumari A., Koner D., Lanong A., Khongmawloh E., Snaitang R., Saha N (2022). Changes in the expression of certain osmosensitive channel and transporter genes in primary hepatocytes of air-breathing catfish, Clarias magur: A strategy to adapt under osmotic stress. Aquaculture, 562: 738756. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.aquaculture.2022.738756.
24. Rajguru T., Bora D, Modi MK. Identification of promising inhibitors for Plasmodium haemoglobinase Falcipain-2, using virtual screening, molecular docking, and MD Simulation. Journal of Molecular Structure. 2022 Jan 15;1248:131427. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.molstruc.2021.131427
25. Gogoi P, Deka, P and Biswas S. Environmental Contaminants as Thyroid Disruptors: A Review. In: Singh N, Yadav Rr and Singh P. (eds.) Recent Research Trends in Medical and Biological Sciences. MKSES Publication & Journals; 2022.p.158-176.

2021

26. Barhoi D, Upadhaya P, Barbhuiya SN, Giri A, Giri S. Aqueous extract of Moringa oleifera exhibit potential anticancer activity and can be used as a possible cancer therapeutic agent: a study involving in vitro and in vivo approach. Journal of the American College of Nutrition. 2021 Jan 2;40(1):70-85.
27. Barbhuiya SN, Barhoi D, Giri S. Impact of arsenic on reproductive health. Environmental Health. 2021 Nov 7;89.
28. Barhoi D, Upadhaya P, Barbhuiya SN, Giri A, Giri S. Extract of Tagetes Erecta Could Be Used as a Potential Drug Candidate Against Cancer: A Study on the Anticancer E cacy of Medicinal Plants Involving in Vitro and in Vivo Approach.
29. Barhoi D, Giri S, Upadhaya P, Barbhuiya SN. Chemopreventive and therapeutic potential of phytopharmaceuticals against oral cancer: Evidence-based reports from preclinical studies in animal models. InHandbook of research on advancements in cancer therapeutics 2021 (pp. 541-569). IGI Global.
30. Giri S, Barhoi D, Barbhuiya SN, Giri A, Das S, Das A, Devi SH, Talukdar D, Upadhaya P, Langthasa P, Pandey N. Consumption pattern and genotoxic potential of various smokeless tobacco products in Assam, India: a public health concern. Mutation Research/Genetic Toxicology and Environmental Mutagenesis. 2021 Jun 1;866:503349.
31. Koner D., Banerjee B., Kumari A., Lanong A., Snaitang R., Saha N. (2021). Molecular characterization of superoxide dismutase and catalase genes, and the induction of antioxidant genes under the zinc oxide nanoparticle-induced oxidative stress in air-breathing magur catfish (Clarias magur). Fish Physiology and Biochemistry, 47: 1909-1932. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10695-021-01019-3.
32. Rajguru T., Bora D, Modi MK. Combined CADD and Virtual Screening to Identify Novel Nonpeptidic Falcipain-2 Inhibitors. Current Computer-Aided Drug Design. 2021 Jul 1;17(4):579-88. DOI: 10.2174/1573409916666200701213526

2020

33. Nath Barbhuiya S, Barhoi D, Giri A, Giri S. Arsenic and smokeless tobacco exposure induces DNA damage and oxidative stress in reproductive organs of female Swiss albino mice. Journal of Environmental Science and Health, Part C. 2020 Dec 9;38(4):384-408.
34. Talukdar D, Langthasa P, Barhoi D, Giri S. Smokeless tobacco ‘sadagura’and areca nut extract exposure induces extensive embryotoxicity in chick embryo, Gallus gallus domesticus. Toxicology and Environmental Health Sciences. 2020 Mar;12:55-63.
35. Singha U, Choudhury AS, Chakravarty H, Mazumder MK, Barbhuiya SA. Status, Threats, and Conservation of the Mega-Reptilian Fauna of Southern Assam, India. Journal of the Bombay Natural History Society (JBNHS). 2020 Nov 30;117:90-8. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.17087/jbnhs%2F2020%2Fv117%2F145378
36. Bhuyan K, Patar A, Singha U, Giri S, Giri A. Phenanthrene alters oxidative stress parameters in tadpoles of Euphlyctis cyanophlyctis (Anura, Dicroglossidae) and induces genotoxicity assessed by micronucleus and comet assay. Environmental Science and Pollution Research. 2020 Jun;27:20962-71. doi: 10.1007/s11356-020-08609-3

2019

37. Upadhaya P, Barhoi D, Giri A, Bhattacharjee A, Giri S. Joint detection of claudin‐1 and junctional adhesion molecule‐A as a therapeutic target in oral epithelial dysplasia and oral squamous cell carcinoma. Journal of cellular biochemistry. 2019 Oct;120(10):18117-27.
38. Das S, Langthasa P, Barhoi D, Upadhaya P, Giri S. Effect of nutritional status on arsenic and smokeless tobacco induced genotoxicity, sperm abnormality and oxidative stress in mice in vivo. Environmental and Molecular Mutagenesis. 2018 Jun;59(5):386-400.

2018

39. Barbhuiya SN, Barhoi D, Datta SK, Giri S. Two major components of steel fabrication industry, benzene and thinner induce cytotoxicity in Allium cepa L. root cells. Cytologia. 2018 Jun 25;83(2):155-8.
40. Chakraborty A, Kumar Saha G, Banerjee D. Biosystematic checklist of common myiasis causing calliphorids and sarcophagids flies of India. J. Adv. Zool. 2017;38:199-212.

Research Highlights

# Title Co-ordinating members Organized by Resource Person
1 Living on a Silk Plantation: Seasonality, Agrarian Transformation, and Ecological Shifts in Northeast India Dr.Annu Kumari & Dr. Dharmeswar Barhoi Department of Zoology Ms. Radhika Moral, Doctoral Scholar, Department of Anthropology, Brown University, Rhode Island, USA
2 3 Days Hands-on Training on Wildlife Monitoring using R and Bioacoustics Mr. Anurudha Chakraborty, Dr. Parmial Chandra Ray, & Dr. Annu Kumari Department of Zoology Dr. Pratap Singh, Retd. PCCF, Scientist G, WII and renowned bird sound expert and Dr. Raman Kumar, Director, Nature Science Initiative
3 Decoding Breast Cancer Challenges- Early Detection and Prevention of Cancer with Sustainable Solutions Dr.Annu Kumari & Dr. Dharmeswar Barhoi Department of Zoology Dr. Lopamudra Das Roy, Breast Cancer Hub, North Carolina, USA
4 Hepatocellular carcinoma and its targeted therapy Dr. Dharmeswar Barhoi Department of Zoology Dr. Susmita Dey, Department of Biomedical Engineering and Interventional Radiology, Learner Research Institute, Cleveland Clinic, Ohio
5 Where is my gene and current advancement Dr. Jashodeb Arjun & Dr. Dharmeswar Barhoi Department of Zoology Prof (Dr.) Dhirendra Kumar Sharma, Renowned academician, Scientist and Distinguished Professor in Zoology, USTM, Meghalaya.
6 Butterfly Count and Butterfly Photography at Garbhanga Reserve Forest, Guwahati. Mr. Anirudha Chakraborty, Dr. Parimal Ray & Dr. Annu Kumari Department of Zoology Dr Mitrajit Deb, Ecologist and Lepidepterologist
7 Vulture Conservation Breeding Center (Bombay Natural History Society), Rani. Mr. Anirudha Chakraborty & Dr. Annu Kumari Department of Zoology Dr. Ranade and team
8 Navigating through the non-profit environmental sector. Dr. Mitrajit Deb RSLSC Dr. Pranab J. Patar
9 The Climate Crisis, Impact on the Indian monsoon: Is Sustainable Development Viable Dr. Mitrajit Deb RSLSC Prof. (Dr.) B.N. Goswami, Department of Physics, Cotton University
10 Panel Discussion on Impact of Climate Change on Biodiversity Mr. Anirudha Chakraborty, Dr. Dharmeswar Barhoi & Dr. Utsab Singha Department of Zoology Mr. Anwarrudin Choudhury (Retd. IAS, Naturalist), Mr. Rajib Rudra Tariang (Asst. Professor and Head, Dept. of Zoology, Digboi College), Shri Rohini B. Saikia (IFS, DFO, Kamrup East, Assam) and Dr. Mitrajit Deb (Assistant Professor and Coordinator, Dept. of Zoology, RGU).
11 Translational Research- From bed to bench and beyond Mr. Anirudha Chakraborty Department of Zoology Prof. Hari. S. Sharma, Department of Pathology and Clinical Bioinformatics, Erasmas MC, Rotterdam, Netherlands.

Royal School of Life Sciences (RSLSC)

Department of Zoology

Thrust Areas of Research

  • Ecology and Wildlife Biology
  • Environmental and Gentic Toxicology

Instruments and Facilities

# Pictures Make Model Number
1 img Centrifuge REMI-R-8C ZFCN- 10365
2 img Gel Electrophoresis TARSONS
3 img U.V. transilluminator GENI 312NM
4 img (UV-Vis) Spectrophotometer BIO-ERA
5 img Double distillation plant BOROSIL ODU150
6 img Chemical dessicator POLYCAB
7 img Microcentrifuge TARSONS 00181R220
8 img Vortex REMI CH101
9 img Heating mantle BOROSIL GME500
10 img Digital pH meter REMI 2-MLH
11 img Magenetic stirrer REMI 2MLH
12 img Analytical Weigh balance RAMON
13 img Egg incubator BIOCRAFT
14 img Hot air oven AI 7481
15 img Microtome
16 img Refrigrator GODREJ
17 img Dissecting microscope ALMIRIS MD-1
18 img Compound Microscope MAGNUS HB
19 img Autoclave EQUITRON 7407ST
20 img Stereozoom microscope MAGNUS MZS

Ph.D. Students: 15

A. Ongoing Ph.D. students:

# Picture of the Student Name of the Student Title of thesis (tentative) Name of Supervisor
1 img Abujam Romibala Devi An Ecological study of fish species in Kirimukh, the confluence point of Jiri River with Barak river. Dr. Susmita Dey (Guide)/ Dr. Dharmeswar Barhoi (Co- guide
2 img Soibam Priyadarshini Evaluation of cytotoxic potential of selected medicinal plants in Assam Dr. Dharmeshwar Barhoi
3 img Sanjebam Joel Singh Population Status, Distribution and Ecology of Asian Softshell Turtle Amyda sp in North East India Dr. Parimal Chandra Ray
4 Parishika Borah A Study of Diversity and Distribution of odonates in Pobitora Wildlife Santuary Dr. Parimal Chandra Ray
5 img Mayoushree Gogoi Bionomics and Ecological Studies of the Family Sarcophagidae (Insecta Diptera) in Kamrup Metropolitan, Assam, India Dr. Abesh Chakraborty
6 img Sangeeta Biswas Ecological insights and morpho- molecular characterization of monogenean parasites from economically important local fishes in Kamrup District, Assam, India Dr. Parimal Chandra Ray
7 img Anurudha Chakaraborty A model based approaches an ecological insights on butterfly plant- pollinator network in different landscapes in Assam, India Dr. Parimal Chandra Ray
8 img Monish Kumar Thapa Studies on Herpetofauna Diversity and Urbanization Impact on Herpetofauna in and around Guwahati City, Assam Dr. Utsab Sinhga
9 img Priyanku Borah Temporal Dynamics and Environmental Drivers of Migratory water bird fluctuation in Bhramaputra River (Guwahati city) and protected and non protected wetlands in Kamrup District. Dr. Utsab Sinhga
10 img Achintya Pran Hazarika Habitat fragmentation impact on Elephant population and Human Elephant conflict in framgmentated landscape of Bramhaputra valley Dr. Utsab Sinhga
11 img Sent Bagla M Marak Prophylactu properties of Parkia spceiosa hash; against Pantoprazole induced hepatitis in mice Prof. Jashodeb Arjun
13 img Aparna Rabha Amelioratine potential of Elephantopu scaber and Cucurma amada against Ranitidine- induced gastrointestinal cancer in mice. Dr. Dharmeshwar Barhoi
14 img Dipsanu Paul Establishing chronic harmful impat levels of Perflurosulphonate on zebra fish and exploring potential remediation using Andrographis pariculata plant Dr. Dharmeshwar Barhoi
15 img Krishna Boro A study assessing butterfly populations as climate change indicators Dr. Abesh Chakraborty
16 img Bhitali Barakakat Evaluating seasonal dynamics of butterfly populations and identifying factors influencing their density and abundance in the Garbhanga Reserve forest. Dr. Abesh Chakraborty

Ongoing Projects

# Picture of P.I. Name of P.I./ Co-P.I Title Funding agency Duration
1 img Dr. Dharmeswar Barhoi Investigating the Involvement of Drug- Metabolizing Enzymes and Cytochrome P450, in Arsenic- Induced Hepatotoxicity and Exploring the Protective Efficacy of Moringa oleifera against As- induced hepatotoxicity The Assam Royal Global University 1.5 years
2 img Dr. Abesh Chakraborty Isolation and Characterization of microbiota associated with filth flies. The Assam Royal Global University 1.5 years
3 img Ms. Sangeeta Biswas A study on Monogenean diversity in commercially important fishes of Kamrup (M), Assam The Assam Royal Global Universty, Guwahati 1 year 6 months
4 img Mr. Anurudha Chakraborty Investigating the bio-accumulation of Nickel in the nectar of flowering plants at different landscapes of Kamrup (Metropolitan) District of Assam, India and studying its effects on pollination. The Assam Royal Global Universty, Guwahati 1.5 years
5 img Dr. Annu Kumari Unravelling the protective potential of Clitoria ternatea in different tissues of Channa punctatus against malathion induced toxicity The Assam Royal Global Universty, Guwahati 1 year 6 months

Completed Projects

# Picture of P.I. Name of P.I./ Co-P.I Title Funding agency Duration
1 img Dr. Dharmeswar Barhoi (PI) Effect of Fluride contamination
Impact of nitrogen fixing bacteria in the elevation of protein content in Eri silkworm and improvement of quality and quantity of silk production 		The Assam Royal Global University 0.5 years
2 img Mr. Anurudha Chakraborty (Co-PI) Impact of nitrogen fixing bacteria in the elevation of protein content in Eri silkworm and improvement of quality and quantity of silk production
Effect of Fluride contamination 		The Assam Royal Global University 0.5 years

Publications For the last 5 years

2024

1. Barhoi D, Barbhuiya SN, Rabha A, Giri S. Disinfection by-products (DBPs) and their Toxicological Risk on Human Wellbeing: A Public Health Concern. InDrinking Water Disinfection By-products: Sources, Fate and Remediation 2024 Feb 15 (pp. 109-133). Cham: Springer Nature Switzerland.
2. Paul D, Barhoi D. Glioblastoma: Physiopathology and Complications. InPhysiology and Function of Glial Cells in Health and Disease 2024 (pp. 261-279). IGI Global.
3. Chakraborty A*., Chakraborty D., Biswas S., Chakraborty A, and Deb, M. Taxonomic Assessment and Distributional Records of Sphingidae Moths (Lepidoptera: Heterocera) from Nagaland. Journal of Advanced Zoology. 2024. 45(1): 832-845.doi: https://jazindia.com/index.php/jaz/article/view/3230
4. Shangpliang, P. W., Hooroo, R. N. K., Ranee, G. B., Hajong, S. R., Kumari, A., & Lyngkhoi, E. (2024). Exploring Altitude's Influence: Contrasting Embryonic Development of Hyla annectans Jerdon in High and Low Altitude Environments. Uttar Pradesh Journal of Zoology, 45(7), 1-9. https://doi.org/10.56557/UPJOZ/2024/v45i73967.
5. Lanong, A., Kumari., A (2024). Interleukin-6 and its imperative role in various disorders and diseases. In: Futuristic Trends in Biotechnology Vol-3 (Book 18, Part 1. Chapter 3, pp 38-45). Imprint: Iterative International Publishers. ISBN: 978-93-6252-519-2.
6. Sharma, R., Snaitang, R., Kumari, A. (2022). Mammalian Target of Rapamycin (mTOR): A potential target for cancer therapy. In: Emerging Trends in Life Science (Chapter 29, pp: 316-322). ISBN: 9789390706082.
7. Chakraborty A, Dey R, Gogoi M, Barkakati B, Boro K, Ray PC. Predation by a Painted Bronzeback, Dendrelaphis pictus (Gmelin 1789), on a Crab at Garbhanga Reserve Forest, Assam, India. Reptiles & Amphibians. 2024 Jan 18;31(1):e21369-.DOI: https://doi.org/10.17161/randa.v31i1.21369

2023

8. Barbhuiya SN, Warisa R, Barhoi D, Das J, Giri S. Consequences of arsenic exposure in plant-health status: an overview. Arsenic in the Environment-Sources, Impacts and Remedies. 2023 May 18.
9. Choudhury C, Giri S, Mazumder R, Das R, Barhoi D, Sengupta M. Heavy metal bioaccumulation triggers oxystress, genotoxicity and immunomodulation in head kidney macrophages of Channa punctatus Bloch. Ecotoxicology. 2023 Jul;32(5):553-68.
10. Mandal A, Talukdar D, Das A, Giri A, Barhoi D, Giri S. Areca nut and smokeless tobacco exposure induces micronucleus, other nuclear abnormalities and cytotoxicity in early chick embryo. Birth Defects Research. 2023 Jun 1;115(10):967-79.
11. Thalor MA, Nagabhyrava R, Rajkumar K, Chakraborty A, Singh R, Aswal US. Deep learning insights and methods for classifying wildlife. In2023 3rd International Conference on Advance Computing and Innovative Technologies in Engineering (ICACITE) 2023 May 12 (pp. 403-407). IEEE.
12. Kumari A., Chowdhury S., Agarwal D., Shangpliang W., Sharma R., Lanong A., (2023) Navigating the future: Nanotechnological strategies for tackling hepatocellular carcinoma. Journal of Cancer Research Reviews & Reports, 2755-0176. http://doi.org/10.47363/JCRR/2023(5)180.
13. Kumari, A., Saha, N. (2023). Changes in the genes and proteins expression of osmosensitive channel and transporter in primary hepatocytes of air-breathing catfish, Clarias magur. In: Thinkers: Creating New Ideas of Research Vol-2 (Chapter.29, pp: 526-539). Eudoxia Research University-USA and Eudoxia Research Centre, India Publication. ISBN: 979-8869541154.
14. Kumari, A., Saha, N. (2023). Molecular Characterization and Expression of Na+-K+-ATPase Encoding Genes in the Gills of Magur Catfish (Clarias magur) Induced by Hyper-osmotic Stress. In: Fisheries: Unraveling Heritage To Achieve Modern Goals (Chapter 1, pp: 1-22). Om Publication (India). ISBN: 978-93-56512-00-9.
15. Paul S, Choudhury AS, Singha U, Saikia P, Choudhury IB, Mazumder MK. Carnivores in Peril in the ‘Valley of Extinction’: A Review on Diversity, Distribution Status and Conservation in Southern Assam, India. Uttar Pradesh Journal of Zoology. 2023 Jul 24;44(15):34-54. DOI: 10.56557/upjoz/2023/v44i153567
16. Blanck T, Gaillard D, Protiva T, Wheatley M, Shi H, Liu L, Ray PC, Anders B. A Taxonomic Hide and Seek: Phylogenetic and Phylogeographic Relationships in the Southeast Asian Box Turtle, Cuora amboinensis (Riche in Daudin, 1801). Russian Journal of Herpetology. 2023 Nov 15;30(6):1-52. DOI: https://doi.org/10.30906/1026-22962023 30-6-S-1-52

2022

17. Barhoi D, Upadhaya P, Barbhuiya SN, Giri A, Giri S. Extracts of Tagetes erecta exhibit potential cytotoxic and antitumor activity that could be employed as a promising therapeutic agent against cancer: A study involving in vitro and in vivo approach. Phytomedicine Plus. 2022 Feb 1;2(1):100187.
18. Upadhaya P, Giri S, Barhoi D, Bhattacharjee A. Altered expression of junctional proteins as a potential biomarker in oral precancerous and cancerous patients. Tissue Barriers. 2022 Apr 3;10(2):1973329.
19. Barhoi D, Barbhuiya SN, Giri S. Potential Phytochemical Nanoemulsions in the Treatment of Oral Cancer and Oral Health: Recent Advancement in Cancer Therapy. InHandbook of Research on Nanoemulsion Applications in Agriculture, Food, Health, and Biomedical Sciences 2022 (pp. 330-353). IGI Global.
20. Das S, Upadhaya P, Barhoi D, Nath Barbhuiya S, Langthasa P, Giri S. GCMS analysis of sadagura (smokeless tobacco), its enhanced genomic instability causing potential due to arsenic co-exposure, and vitamin-C supplementation as a possible remedial measure: a study involving multiple model test systems. Drug and Chemical Toxicology. 2022 Jan 2;45(1):185-96.
21. Chakraborty A*. Taxonomic analysis and morpho-descriptive short notes on Museum specimens of Conicera (Tritoconicera) kempi Brunetti, 1924 (Insecta: Diptera: Phoridae: Phorinae). JEZS .2022.10(5):27-29. DOI: https://doi.org/10.22271/j.ento.2022.v10.i5a.9046
22. Chakraborty, A*. Short Notes on Bionomics and Taxonomy of Sarcophaga (Parasarcophaga) albiceps (Meigen, 1826), a Fly of Veterinary Importance". Acta Scientific Veterinary Sciences 4.12 (2022): 45-49.
23. Kumari A., Koner D., Lanong A., Khongmawloh E., Snaitang R., Saha N (2022). Changes in the expression of certain osmosensitive channel and transporter genes in primary hepatocytes of air-breathing catfish, Clarias magur: A strategy to adapt under osmotic stress. Aquaculture, 562: 738756. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.aquaculture.2022.738756.
24. Rajguru T., Bora D, Modi MK. Identification of promising inhibitors for Plasmodium haemoglobinase Falcipain-2, using virtual screening, molecular docking, and MD Simulation. Journal of Molecular Structure. 2022 Jan 15;1248:131427. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.molstruc.2021.131427
25. Gogoi P, Deka, P and Biswas S. Environmental Contaminants as Thyroid Disruptors: A Review. In: Singh N, Yadav Rr and Singh P. (eds.) Recent Research Trends in Medical and Biological Sciences. MKSES Publication & Journals; 2022.p.158-176.

2021

26. Barhoi D, Upadhaya P, Barbhuiya SN, Giri A, Giri S. Aqueous extract of Moringa oleifera exhibit potential anticancer activity and can be used as a possible cancer therapeutic agent: a study involving in vitro and in vivo approach. Journal of the American College of Nutrition. 2021 Jan 2;40(1):70-85.
27. Barbhuiya SN, Barhoi D, Giri S. Impact of arsenic on reproductive health. Environmental Health. 2021 Nov 7;89.
28. Barhoi D, Upadhaya P, Barbhuiya SN, Giri A, Giri S. Extract of Tagetes Erecta Could Be Used as a Potential Drug Candidate Against Cancer: A Study on the Anticancer E cacy of Medicinal Plants Involving in Vitro and in Vivo Approach.
29. Barhoi D, Giri S, Upadhaya P, Barbhuiya SN. Chemopreventive and therapeutic potential of phytopharmaceuticals against oral cancer: Evidence-based reports from preclinical studies in animal models. InHandbook of research on advancements in cancer therapeutics 2021 (pp. 541-569). IGI Global.
30. Giri S, Barhoi D, Barbhuiya SN, Giri A, Das S, Das A, Devi SH, Talukdar D, Upadhaya P, Langthasa P, Pandey N. Consumption pattern and genotoxic potential of various smokeless tobacco products in Assam, India: a public health concern. Mutation Research/Genetic Toxicology and Environmental Mutagenesis. 2021 Jun 1;866:503349.
31. Koner D., Banerjee B., Kumari A., Lanong A., Snaitang R., Saha N. (2021). Molecular characterization of superoxide dismutase and catalase genes, and the induction of antioxidant genes under the zinc oxide nanoparticle-induced oxidative stress in air-breathing magur catfish (Clarias magur). Fish Physiology and Biochemistry, 47: 1909-1932. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10695-021-01019-3.
32. Rajguru T., Bora D, Modi MK. Combined CADD and Virtual Screening to Identify Novel Nonpeptidic Falcipain-2 Inhibitors. Current Computer-Aided Drug Design. 2021 Jul 1;17(4):579-88. DOI: 10.2174/1573409916666200701213526

2020

33. Nath Barbhuiya S, Barhoi D, Giri A, Giri S. Arsenic and smokeless tobacco exposure induces DNA damage and oxidative stress in reproductive organs of female Swiss albino mice. Journal of Environmental Science and Health, Part C. 2020 Dec 9;38(4):384-408.
34. Talukdar D, Langthasa P, Barhoi D, Giri S. Smokeless tobacco ‘sadagura’and areca nut extract exposure induces extensive embryotoxicity in chick embryo, Gallus gallus domesticus. Toxicology and Environmental Health Sciences. 2020 Mar;12:55-63.
35. Singha U, Choudhury AS, Chakravarty H, Mazumder MK, Barbhuiya SA. Status, Threats, and Conservation of the Mega-Reptilian Fauna of Southern Assam, India. Journal of the Bombay Natural History Society (JBNHS). 2020 Nov 30;117:90-8. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.17087/jbnhs%2F2020%2Fv117%2F145378
36. Bhuyan K, Patar A, Singha U, Giri S, Giri A. Phenanthrene alters oxidative stress parameters in tadpoles of Euphlyctis cyanophlyctis (Anura, Dicroglossidae) and induces genotoxicity assessed by micronucleus and comet assay. Environmental Science and Pollution Research. 2020 Jun;27:20962-71. doi: 10.1007/s11356-020-08609-3

2019

37. Upadhaya P, Barhoi D, Giri A, Bhattacharjee A, Giri S. Joint detection of claudin‐1 and junctional adhesion molecule‐A as a therapeutic target in oral epithelial dysplasia and oral squamous cell carcinoma. Journal of cellular biochemistry. 2019 Oct;120(10):18117-27.
38. Das S, Langthasa P, Barhoi D, Upadhaya P, Giri S. Effect of nutritional status on arsenic and smokeless tobacco induced genotoxicity, sperm abnormality and oxidative stress in mice in vivo. Environmental and Molecular Mutagenesis. 2018 Jun;59(5):386-400.

2018

39. Barbhuiya SN, Barhoi D, Datta SK, Giri S. Two major components of steel fabrication industry, benzene and thinner induce cytotoxicity in Allium cepa L. root cells. Cytologia. 2018 Jun 25;83(2):155-8.
40. Chakraborty A, Kumar Saha G, Banerjee D. Biosystematic checklist of common myiasis causing calliphorids and sarcophagids flies of India. J. Adv. Zool. 2017;38:199-212.

Research Highlights

# Title Co-ordinating members Organized by Resource Person
1 Living on a Silk Plantation: Seasonality, Agrarian Transformation, and Ecological Shifts in Northeast India Dr.Annu Kumari & Dr. Dharmeswar Barhoi Department of Zoology Ms. Radhika Moral, Doctoral Scholar, Department of Anthropology, Brown University, Rhode Island, USA
2 3 Days Hands-on Training on Wildlife Monitoring using R and Bioacoustics Mr. Anurudha Chakraborty, Dr. Parmial Chandra Ray, & Dr. Annu Kumari Department of Zoology Dr. Pratap Singh, Retd. PCCF, Scientist G, WII and renowned bird sound expert and Dr. Raman Kumar, Director, Nature Science Initiative
3 Decoding Breast Cancer Challenges- Early Detection and Prevention of Cancer with Sustainable Solutions Dr.Annu Kumari & Dr. Dharmeswar Barhoi Department of Zoology Dr. Lopamudra Das Roy, Breast Cancer Hub, North Carolina, USA
4 Hepatocellular carcinoma and its targeted therapy Dr. Dharmeswar Barhoi Department of Zoology Dr. Susmita Dey, Department of Biomedical Engineering and Interventional Radiology, Learner Research Institute, Cleveland Clinic, Ohio
5 Where is my gene and current advancement Dr. Jashodeb Arjun & Dr. Dharmeswar Barhoi Department of Zoology Prof (Dr.) Dhirendra Kumar Sharma, Renowned academician, Scientist and Distinguished Professor in Zoology, USTM, Meghalaya.
6 Butterfly Count and Butterfly Photography at Garbhanga Reserve Forest, Guwahati. Mr. Anirudha Chakraborty, Dr. Parimal Ray & Dr. Annu Kumari Department of Zoology Dr Mitrajit Deb, Ecologist and Lepidepterologist
7 Vulture Conservation Breeding Center (Bombay Natural History Society), Rani. Mr. Anirudha Chakraborty & Dr. Annu Kumari Department of Zoology Dr. Ranade and team
8 Navigating through the non-profit environmental sector. Dr. Mitrajit Deb RSLSC Dr. Pranab J. Patar
9 The Climate Crisis, Impact on the Indian monsoon: Is Sustainable Development Viable Dr. Mitrajit Deb RSLSC Prof. (Dr.) B.N. Goswami, Department of Physics, Cotton University
10 Panel Discussion on Impact of Climate Change on Biodiversity Mr. Anirudha Chakraborty, Dr. Dharmeswar Barhoi & Dr. Utsab Singha Department of Zoology Mr. Anwarrudin Choudhury (Retd. IAS, Naturalist), Mr. Rajib Rudra Tariang (Asst. Professor and Head, Dept. of Zoology, Digboi College), Shri Rohini B. Saikia (IFS, DFO, Kamrup East, Assam) and Dr. Mitrajit Deb (Assistant Professor and Coordinator, Dept. of Zoology, RGU).
11 Translational Research- From bed to bench and beyond Mr. Anirudha Chakraborty Department of Zoology Prof. Hari. S. Sharma, Department of Pathology and Clinical Bioinformatics, Erasmas MC, Rotterdam, Netherlands.
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