Vineet Babu
M.Sc. Ph.D. (Life science)
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Experienced researcher with expertise in metabolic diseases, obesity, inflammation, and arthritis research. Strong background in pre-clinical evaluation of plant-derived leads and therapeutic compounds. Proven track record in animal model development, molecular biology, immunology, and toxicology studies. Currently serving as Assistant Professor in the Department of Zoology with 5+ years of research experience.
Experience
Assistant Professor - Shri Venkateswara University - Gajraula, U.P. INDIA
(2025-07)
Department of Zoology, School of Applied Sciences. UGC Approved institution.
Postdoctoral Research Fellow - Saint Louis University - Saint Louis, Missouri, USA
(2023-09 - 2025-02)
Investigated the role of IP6K1 inhibitors in obesity, insulin resistance, and metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD/MASH). Additionally, explored the functional role of E3 ubiquitin ligase Ube4A in metabolic disorders. Obesity and obesity-induced metabolic diseases are global health concerns. Research focuses on understanding mechanisms that cause these diseases with a hope to develop novel and improved therapeutic strategies for the treatment of these devastating diseases. Worked in the laboratory of Dr.
Anutosh
Chakraborty. Primary research focus was to evaluate effects of IP6K1 inhibitors in obesity, Insulin resistance and MASLD/MASH. Also engaged in understanding role of the E3 ligase Ube4A in obesity and MASLD by exploring the specific functions of Ube4A (an E3 ubiquitin ligase) in obesity, insulin resistance and MASLD. This research contributes toward developing improved therapeutic strategies for obesity-related diseases.
Senior Research Fellow - CSIR-Central Institute of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants - Lucknow, India
(2019-01 - 2022-12)
Junior Research Fellow - CSIR-Central Institute of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants - Lucknow, India
(2017-01 - 2019-12)
Teaching Experience - Various Institutions
(2012-01 - 2023-12)
Four years teaching experience at intermediate level (2012-16). One year teaching experience at graduation level (2022-23).
Education
Ph.D. - Life Science - CSIR-Central Institute of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants (2023-02)
Master of Science - Zoology - Gandhi Faiz-E-Aam College, Shahjahanpur (2011-01)
Bachelor in Science - Biology - Maharaja Agrasen Mahavidyalaya Bareilly (2009-01)