Dr Nipa Rani Sarker

Postdoctoral Research Fellow - School of Environmental and Rural Science

Nipa Rani Sarker

Biography

Dr. Nipa Rani Sarker is a dedicated Postdoctoral Research Fellow specializing in Meat Science. With a solid background in Animal Genetics and Breeding, Dr. Sarker offers a unique perspective to her research within the meat industry.

During her Ph.D. studies at the University of New England, Dr. Sarker focused on enhancing carcass value in livestock through genetic improvements, exploring the genetic mechanisms influencing critical traits in farm animals. This research has paved the way for her current focus on Meat Science.

In her role as a Postdoctoral Research Fellow, she is committed to advancing knowledge in Meat Science, particularly in improving meat quality and sustainability. Her research interests span various topics, including meat quality assessment, innovative processing techniques, and understanding consumer preferences.

Dr. Sarker holds an MS in Animal Breeding and Genetics and a BSc in Animal Husbandry (Hons.) from Bangladesh Agricultural University. Throughout her academic journey, she has been recognized with esteemed scholarships and awards such as the UNE DVCR and UNE RTP (Australia), AABT (AGBU, Armidale), and AAAS scholarships, as well as the NSTI Fellowship (Bangladesh). With over eight years of teaching experience in Bangladesh, Dr. Sarker has significantly contributed to the Department of Genetics and Animal Breeding at VAS, HSTU.

Qualifications

Ph.D. in Animal Genetics and Breeding Unit (AGBU), University of New England (UNE), 2022

M.Sc. in Animal Breeding and Genetics, Bangladesh Agricultural University (BAU), 2011

B.Sc. in Animal Husbandry, Bangladesh Agricultural University (BAU), 2009

Primary Research Area/s

Meat-eating quality; Genetic evaluation system; Breeding program design; Selection index

Memberships

Australian Association of Animal Science (AAAS)