Suitable for this Best Researcher Award
Dr. Kakhuangailiu Gangmei is a distinguished researcher in microbiology, specializing in soil bacteria, vector biology, and biological control of vectors. Her groundbreaking work has significantly advanced the understanding of bacterial strains for vector control and industrial applications. Dr. Gangmei’s innovative research and dedication make her an exemplary candidate for the Best Researcher Award.
Education
Dr. Gangmei earned her Ph.D. in Zoology in September 2024. Her doctoral research focused on microbiology, particularly bacterial isolation, identification, and characterization. She has developed expertise in genomic DNA extraction, microbiological techniques, and next-generation sequencing. Dr. Gangmei is proficient in bioinformatics tools such as BV-BRC, MEGA-X, Proksee-Genome analysis, MEROPS, BioEdit, and Mob-recon for genomic analysis. Her academic journey reflects a strong commitment to advancing knowledge in soil science and related fields.
Professional Experience
Dr. Gangmei is currently associated with the ICMR-Vector Control Research Centre. She has published 16 articles in esteemed journals, with four as the first author. Her recent publication on the Whole Genome Sequence of Bacillus thuringiensis israelensis VCRC-B650 in Springer Nature highlights her significant contributions to microbiology. Additionally, Dr. Gangmei has reviewed articles for Springer Nature Journals, demonstrating her active engagement in the scientific community. She is a member of the Society of Vector Ecology and the Indian Science Congress.
Awards and Recognition
In 2022, Dr. Gangmei received the “Award for Excellence in Research” from EET CRS, recognizing her outstanding contributions to microbiology and soil science. Her work has garnered 24 citations, reflecting the impact of her research in the scientific community. With an h-index of 3, Dr. Gangmei’s publications demonstrate both quality and influence. Her dedication and innovative research have established her as a leading figure in her field.
Dr. Gangmei’s research skills encompass bacterial isolation, identification, and characterization, with a focus on soil bacteria and vector biology. She is adept at genomic DNA extraction, microbiological techniques, and next-generation sequencing. Her proficiency in bioinformatics tools such as BV-BRC, MEGA-X, Proksee-Genome analysis, MEROPS, BioEdit, and Mob-recon enables her to conduct comprehensive genomic analyses. Dr. Gangmei’s expertise contributes significantly to advancements in biological control of vectors and soil microbiology.
Publications
“Isolation of Bacillus thuringiensis serovar israelensis VCRC-B650 from Indian clay soil with enhanced mosquitocidal activity and dehairing property”
- Authors: Kakhuangailiu Gangmei, Jibi Lukose, Abhisubesh Vijayakumar, Hemaladkshmi Padmanaban, Sahadiya Mandodan, Bhagyashree Bora, Manikandan Sivaprakasam, Aneha Kunnikuruvan, Mathivanan Ashokkumar, Vijayakumar Balakrishnan, Geetha Irudayaraj, Poopathi Subbiah
- Journal: BioControl
- Year: 2025
“A review on vector borne diseases and various strategies to control mosquito vectors”
- Authors: Kakhuangailiu Gangmei, Bhagyashree Bora, Sahadiya Mandodan, V. Abhisubesh, K. Aneha, S. Manikandan, Jibi Lukose, M. Ashokkumar, S. Poopathi
- Journal: Indian Journal of Entomology
- Year: 2024
“A New Aqueous Formulation from Indigenously Isolated Bacillus Thuringiensis Israelensis VCRC B646 for Mosquito Control”
- Authors: A. Vijayakumar, S. Mandodan, K. Aneha, K. Gangmei, H. Padmanaban, B. Bora, S. Manikandan, J. Lukose, M. Ashokkumar, S. Poopathi
- Journal: Indian Journal of Entomology
- Year: 2024
“Applications of nanomaterials in mosquito vector control: a review”
- Authors: Sahadiya Mandodan, Aneha Kunnikuruvan, Bhagyashree Bora, Hemaladkshmi Padmanaban, Abhisubesh Vijayakumar, Kakhuangailiu Gangmei, Manikandan Sivaprakasam, Jibi Lukose, Mathivanan Ashokkumar, Vijayalakshmi Krishnamoorthy, Subbiah Poopathi
- Journal: Asian Pacific Journal of Tropical Medicine
- Year: 2023
“Isolation of a novel mosquitocidal bacterium Bacillus cereus VCRC-641 from fresh water fish Clarias batrachus”
- Authors: S. Manikandan, Jibi Lukose, P. Hemaladkshmi, Bhagyashree Bora, V. Abhisubesh, K. Gangmei, Aneha Kunnikuruvan, S. Poopathi
- Journal: Indian Journal of Entomology
- Year: 2022