Arpit Kumar Shrivastava
Indian Institute of Technology Indore, Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya, KIIT School of Biotechnology, Atal Bihari Vajpayee Government Medical College
0000-0001-6035-3754
About
Bridging Global Research, Public Health & Innovation through expertise in Molecular Epidemiology, Molecular Diagnostics, and Global Engagement.
With nearly 14 years of experience across public health research, molecular diagnostics, global health initiatives, and international relations, I am committed to advancing innovative public health solutions and supporting the internationalisation of higher education.
I hold a Ph.D. in Biotechnology; thesis entitled "A study on cryptosporidiosis: epidemiology, novel diagnostic (molecular) development, and in silico screening of inhibitors targeting two hypothetical proteins of Cryptosporidium hominis and C. parvum" with research interests in infection biology and molecular epidemiology.
My academic and professional journey includes collaborations on international projects with institutions such as Johns Hopkins University, The London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, the World Health Organisation, and University of California Davis. Notably, my involvement in the IMRVI study on measles and rubella vaccination in India has been particularly impactful.
My career has been shaped by extensive empirical research addressing critical public health challenges. I have held scientific positions in academia, government health departments, and the private sector, specializing in infectious disease diagnostics, assay development, and epidemiological surveillance. As Scientist 'B' at the Viral Research and Diagnostic Laboratory in Vidisha, I managed a COVID-19 RT-qPCR laboratory, ensuring strict adherence to quality assurance and control standards. This role underscored the importance of precise testing protocols and strengthened my dedication to rigorous public health measures.
I actively foster productive working relationships by being an engaged team member with a strong track record of building trust, overcoming obstacles, and enhancing workplace communication. My collaborative approach consistently improves team dynamics and drives greater productivity.
Employment
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Indian Institute of Technology Indore Global Engagement Executive Officer2023 - 2026
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Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya Visiting Faculty2023 - 2024
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Atal Bihari Vajpayee Government Medical College Scientist B2020 - 2022
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Enligreen Innovations Private Limited Research Scientist2019 - 2020
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National JALMA Institute for Leprosy & Other Mycobacterial Diseases Scientist B2018 - 2019
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National JALMA Institute for Leprosy & Other Mycobacterial Diseases Scientist B2018 - 2018
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KIIT University Research Associate2017 - 2018
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KIIT University Senior Research Fellow2015 - 2016
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KIIT School of Biotechnology Junior Research Fellow2014 - 2015
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KIIT University Junior Project Fellow2012 - 2013
Education
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KIIT School of Biotechnology Ph.D.2012 - 2017
Projects & Funding
Projects & funding information is unavailable.
Publications (13)
- Increased measles and rubella seroprevalence in children using residual blood samples from health facilities and household serosurveys after supplementary immunization activities in two districts in India Save
- The Role of Host Genetics in the Susceptibility, Severity, and Immune Response to SARS-CoV-2 Save
- Evaluating the effect of measles and rubella mass vaccination campaigns on seroprevalence in India: a before-and-after cross-sectional household serosurvey in four districts, 2018–2020 Save
- Two novel genomic DNA sequences as common diagnostic targets to detect Cryptosporidium hominis and Cryptosporidium parvum: Development of quantitative polymerase chain reaction assays, and clinical evaluation. Save
- Major enteropathogens in humans, domestic animals, and environmental soil samples from the same locality: prevalence and transmission considerations in coastal Odisha, India. Save
- Burden and molecular epidemiology of Rotavirus causing diarrhea among under-five children: A hospital-based study from Eastern India Save
- Detection and molecular typing of campylobacter isolates from human and animal faeces in coastal belt of Odisha, India Save
- Comparative evaluation of indigenous ELISAs for detection of anti-cysticercus IgG antibodies in serum from clinically and radiologically suspected cases of neurocysticercosis Save
- In silico identification and validation of a novel hypothetical protein in Cryptosporidium hominis and virtual screening of inhibitors as therapeutics Save
- Multiple etiologies of infectious diarrhea and concurrent infections in a pediatric outpatient-based screening study in Odisha, India Save