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Dr. Yatinesh Kumari is a Senior Lecturer at the Jeffrey Cheah School of Medicine and Health Sciences, Monash University Malaysia. Her research focuses on neurodegenerative diseases, particularly Alzheimer’s and sleep disorders, leveraging plant-based compounds and zebrafish models. She has secured over 20 research grants and authored 53 peer-reviewed articles, contributing to high-impact journals in neuroscience and pharmacology.
Dr. Kumari holds a PhD in Neuroscience from the University of Lucknow (India), along with MSc (Zoology) and BSc degrees. Her work bridges laboratory research and community engagement, addressing health equity through initiatives such as refugee health programs and public education.
- Research Interests: Neurodegeneration, Sleep Biology, Cognition, Aging, and Community Health
- Key Projects: Probiotic therapies for sleep disorders, melatonin’s role in circadian rhythms, and AI-driven drug discovery
She has received awards including the 2021 Vice Chancellor Special Team Commendation for Diversity and Inclusion. Her lab expertise includes animal model development, neuroimaging, and gene expression analysis in rodents and zebrafish.
- Grants: Over 20 funded projects, including work on gut microbiota in Alzheimer’s and probiotic interventions for mucositis
- Community Impact: Academic advising in health promotion programs for disadvantaged communities
