Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education, India
Author Profile
SCOPUS
🎓 EARLY ACADEMIC PURSUITS
Dr. Jasleen Kaur embarked on her academic journey with a B.Sc. in Botany, Zoology, Chemistry, and English from Punjab University, Chandigarh (2002–2005). She further specialized by obtaining an M.Sc. in Microbiology from Bangalore University (2005–2007). Her academic pursuits culminated in a Ph.D. in Medical Microbiology from the Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh (2017–2023), where she focused on the molecular diagnostics of scrub typhus, particularly the Orientia tsutsugamushi bacterium.
🏢 PROFESSIONAL ENDEAVORS
Dr. Kaur’s professional trajectory is marked by progressive roles:
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Research Assistant, Medical Microbiology, PGIMER (April 2017 – March 2019)
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Ph.D. Scholar, Medical Microbiology, PGIMER (July 2017 – November 2023)
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Postdoctoral Project Research Associate-I, Public Health and Community Medicine, PGIMER (April 2024 – November 2024)
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Postdoctoral Project Research Scientist-II, Medical Microbiology, PGIMER (April 2025 – Present)
In these roles, she has collaborated with multidisciplinary teams, including clinicians, microbiologists, and public health experts, contributing to various research projects and clinical studies.
Dr. Kaur has developed extensive expertise in cell culture biology, particularly in the context of infectious diseases:
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Mammalian Cell Culture: Proficient in culturing epithelial and fibroblast cells, essential for studying host-pathogen interactions.
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In Vitro Bacterial Infections: Conducted experiments to understand the intracellular behavior of Orientia tsutsugamushi.
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Microscopy Techniques: Utilized fluorescence microscopy and scanning electron microscopy to visualize cellular and microbial structures.
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Molecular Diagnostics: Developed PCR-based assays targeting the multicopy traN gene for the detection of scrub typhus.
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Biofilm Studies: Investigated biofilm formation on medical devices and assessed the efficacy of various disinfectants.
Her work has significantly advanced the understanding of scrub typhus pathogenesis and diagnostics.
🏅ACCOLADES AND RECOGNITION
Dr. Kaur’s excellence has been acknowledged through various awards:
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Best Oral Paper (Bacteriology) at XVII UP-UK-MICROCON 2021.
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First Prize (e-Poster) at the XVII Annual Conference of the Hospital Infection Society, India (2021).
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Third Prize (Oral Presentation) at the 3rd Asia Pacific Rickettsia Conference, Chennai (2023).
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Travel Awards for attending international conferences in Rotterdam (2024) and North Carolina, USA (2025).
These accolades reflect her contributions to microbiology and infectious disease research.
🌍 IMPACT AND INFLUENCE
Dr. Kaur’s research has had a profound impact on the field of infectious diseases:
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Enhanced Diagnostics: Her development of PCR assays has improved the accuracy and speed of scrub typhus diagnosis.
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Public Health Contributions: Participated in surveillance studies for vector-borne diseases, aiding in the formulation of control strategies.
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COVID-19 Response: Volunteered for COVID-19 testing during the pandemic, demonstrating her commitment to public health.
Her interdisciplinary approach bridges laboratory research and clinical application, influencing both scientific understanding and healthcare practices.
🧭 LEGACY AND FUTURE CONTRIBUTIONS
Dr. Kaur aims to continue her work in infectious disease research, with a focus on:
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Developing Rapid Diagnostic Tools: Enhancing point-of-care testing for tropical diseases.
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Understanding Host-Pathogen Interactions: Investigating cellular responses to infections.
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Public Health Initiatives: Collaborating on surveillance programs to monitor emerging infectious diseases.
Her future endeavors are poised to contribute significantly to global health, particularly in resource-limited settings.
✅CONCLUSION
Dr. Jasleen Kaur exemplifies a dedicated researcher whose work bridges basic science and clinical application. Her contributions to cell culture biology, molecular diagnostics, and public health have advanced the understanding and management of infectious diseases. With a strong foundation and a clear vision for the future, she continues to be a valuable asset to the scientific community.
🔬NOTABLE PUBLICATION:
Title: Isolation of Multidrug-Resistant Organisms in Surveillance Stool Culture at Diagnosis Fails to Predict Mortality or Subsequent Sepsis due to Multidrug-Resistant Organisms in Children with Acute Leukemia: A Single-Center, Prospective, Observational Study
Authors: S.B. Gundluru, P.S. Roy, M. Biswal, P. Ray, D. Bansal
Journal: Indian Journal of Pediatrics
Year: 2025
Title: Molecular diagnosis and duration of eschar swab sample positivity post-doxycycline therapy in scrub typhus patients
Authors: R. Kanaujia, H.M. Singh, K. Bisht, N.K. Sharma, M. Biswal
Journal: Transactions of the Royal Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene
Year: 2025
Title: Cerebrospinal Fluid Viral Escape on Highly Active Antiretroviral Therapy: Analysis from Single Tertiary Care Centre
Authors: R.K. Sachdeva, S.S.R.S.N.K. Naidu, P. Chauhan, S.K. Arora, A.K. Sharma
Journal: AIDS Research and Human Retroviruses
Year: 2024