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Biography

Dr. Jakka’s expertise spans bacteriology, virology, serology, and molecular diagnostics, with a strong focus on diagnostic test development, host-pathogen interactions and emerging and zoonotic infectious diseases. She has held leadership roles in veterinary diagnostic laboratories and has led the development and validation of serological and molecular assays, including multiplex and CRISPR-Cas-based diagnostics.

Dr. Jakka is committed to veterinary medical education and training future clinicians in diagnostic microbiology and laboratory interpretation. Her academic and research interests emphasize clinically relevant microbiology, diagnostic decision-making, and translational approaches to animal health.

Clinical Interests

  • Veterinary diagnostic microbiology, including bacteriology, virology, and serology
  • Development and validation of molecular and serological diagnostic assays
  • Interpretation of diagnostic test results and clinical-laboratory correlation
  • Emerging, zoonotic, and transboundary infectious diseases
  • Immunodiagnostics and host-pathogen interactions
  • Quality management systems and regulatory testing in diagnostic laboratories
  • Application of multiplex and CRISPR-Cas-based diagnostics in veterinary medicine

Education

  • D.V.M. – Sri Venkateswara Veterinary University, Tirupati, India
  • Ph.D. – National Institute of Animal Biotechnology (INSPIRE Fellow), in collaboration with Manipal University, India
  • M.VSc. – Tamil Nadu Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Chennai, India

Board Certification

  • Diplomate of American College of Veterinary Microbiologists – Immunology, Bacteriology, and Mycology