Vinod Kumar

About

As a dedicated researcher with over 28 years of experience in biotechnology and genetic engineering, I have a proven track record of success in the field of genetic engineering, plant tissue culture, plant-microbe interactions, algal biotechnology, and plant and animal genomics. Throughout my career, I have been recognized for my significant contributions to these areas and continue to remain at the forefront of innovative research in the field. With a passion for innovation and a deep understanding of the latest advancements in biotechnology and genetic engineering, I am committed to pushing the boundaries to improve food security and create a better environment. Through my active research and mentorship, I strive to empower the next generation of researchers to achieve their goals and drive progress in the field. Overall, I am dedicated to advancing the field of biotechnology and genetic engineering through innovative research, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence.

Employment

• Kuwait Institute for Scientific Research Research Scientist
  2011 - Present
• Texas A&M University Postdoctoral Research Associate
  2006 - 2010

Education

• University of Mysore PhD
  2001 - 2006
• Mangalore University MSc
  1998 - 2000

Projects & Funding

Projects & funding information is unavailable.

Publications (53)

• Fabrication and characterization of polylactide/polyethylene glycol/Chlorella vulgaris biocomposite films
  Food Packaging and Shelf Life 2026 DOI: 10.1016/j.fpsl.2026.101747
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• Brine to Bioresource: Transforming Brine Waste into Microalgal Wealth
  Microalgae Biotechnology - From Fundamental Research to Industrial Applications 2025 DOI: 10.5772/intechopen.1012740
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• High-pressure treatment of the green and orange Dunaliella salina biomass: effect on particle size distribution, small amplitude oscillatory shear rheology, and microstructure
  Bioprocess and Biosystems Engineering 2025 DOI: 10.1007/s00449-025-03160-2
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• High-throughput RNA dataset of viral transcripts associated with chickens from various poultry farms in North and South Kuwait
  Data in Brief 2024 DOI: 10.1016/j.dib.2024.110180
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• Transcriptome analysis of Sparidentex hasta larvae exposed to water-accommodated fraction of Kuwait crude oil
  Scientific Reports 2024 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-024-53408-2
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• Detection of pathogenic viruses in the urban wastewater in Kuwait—implications for monitoring viral disease outbreaks
  Environmental Monitoring and Assessment 2023 DOI: 10.1007/s10661-023-10986-4
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• Future of TILLING in Plant Breeding
  TILLING and Eco-TILLING for Crop Improvement 2023 DOI: 10.1007/978-981-99-2722-7_10
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• De-novo transcriptome assembly and analysis of lettuce plants grown under red, blue or white light
  Scientific Reports 2022 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-022-26344-2
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• De-novo genome assembly and annotation of sobaity seabream Sparidentex hasta
  Frontiers in Genetics 2022 DOI: 10.3389/fgene.2022.988488
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• Editorial: Soils and vegetation in desert and arid regions: Soil system processes, biodiversity and ecosystem functioning, and restoration
  Frontiers in Environmental Science 2022 DOI: 10.3389/fenvs.2022.962905
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