SAGNIK BISWAS
BioMed X, Presidency University, University of Calcutta, Presidency University Kolkata, University of Calcutta (Surendranath College)
Research areas: Medicine · Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism · Growth Hormone and Insulin-like Growth Factors · Neuropeptides and Animal Physiology · Pregnancy and preeclampsia studies
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About
Currently, Sagnik Biswas is a Postdoctoral Researcher at BioMed X, Heidelberg, Germany, where he works on the development of innovative strategies for female-controlled, non-hormonal contraception. His current research focuses on reproductive biology and the development of novel approaches to modulate sperm function and fertilization, with the broader goal of advancing safe, reversible, and non-hormonal contraceptive technologies.
Sagnik Biswas completed his PhD in Biomedical Sciences from the Department of Life Science, Presidency University, Kolkata, West Bengal, India. During the initial phase of his research career, he focused on arsenic-induced hematotoxicity and hepatotoxicity in adult rats, exploring the possible protective roles of various antioxidants and vitamins against arsenic-mediated toxic effects.
Subsequently, his research interest shifted towards reproductive toxicology, particularly arsenic-induced male reproductive dysfunctions in adult rats. His doctoral work extensively investigated the detrimental effects of arsenic on male reproductive health and evaluated the potential ameliorative effects of dietary interventions, specifically casein- and pea-enriched high-protein diets. Through his research, Sagnik contributed to understanding the mechanistic aspects of toxicant-induced reproductive disorders and the therapeutic potential of nutritional modulation in mitigating environmental toxicities.
His broader research interests include reproductive biology, reproductive toxicology, toxicology, sperm physiology, non-hormonal contraception, nutritional therapeutics, endocrine regulation, and translational biomedical research.
Employment
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BioMed X Institute Postdoctoral Researcher2026 - Present
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Presidency University Research Associate2022 - 2025
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Presidency University PhD Scholar2016 - 2022
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Presidency University Kolkata Project Fellow2014 - 2016
Education
- 2016 - 2022
- 2010 - 2012
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University of Calcutta (Surendranath College) BSc (Hons) in Physiology2007 - 2010
Projects & Funding
Projects & funding information is unavailable.
Publications (9)
- Arsenic intervened anarchy in cauda epididymis and spermatozoa of adult rats is amended by casein and pea enriched high protein diet. Save
- Ascorbate-tocopherol co-supplementation attenuates fluoride-mediated inflammatory and apoptotic responses in male reproductive organs Save
- Casein and pea enriched high-protein diet attenuates arsenic provoked apoptosis in testicles of adult rats Save
- Attenuation of sodium arsenite mediated ovarian DNA damage, follicular atresia, and oxidative injury by combined application of vitamin E and C in post pubertal Wistar rats. Save
- Molecular perspective concerning fluoride and arsenic mediated disorders on epididymal maturation of spermatozoa: A concise review. Save
- Vitamin C and E Supplementation Can Mitigate NaF Mediated Hematological and Hepatic Disorders in Adult Wistar Rats Save
- Casein- and pea-enriched high-protein diet can take care of the reprotoxic effects of arsenic in male rats. Save
- α-Lipoic Acid Mitigates Arsenic-Induced Hematological Abnormalities in Adult Male Rats. Save
- Protection against arsenic-induced hematological and hepatic anomalies by supplementation of vitamin C and vitamin E in adult male rats. Save