Dr. Dibyendu Saha
Senior Research Scientist & Evolutionary Geneticist
🏛️ Malaysian Genetical University — Faculty of Applied Biosciences
📖 Professional Biography
Dr. Dibyendu Saha is an esteemed evolutionary geneticist and senior research scientist specializing in molecular phylogenetics, chromosomal mutation dynamics, and genome replication patterns in Southeast Asian freshwater ichthyofauna.
With extensive fieldwork and advanced molecular laboratory experience across Kolkata and regional research centers, Dr. Saha's academic work focuses on the speciation mechanisms and structural genomic evolution within complex labyrinth fish lineages.
🏛️ Academic Appointment & Laboratory
🔬 Core Research Focus Areas
Investigating structural evolutionary transitions, molecular speciation, and extreme aquatic habitat adaptations.
Genetical Mutation of the Betta splendens Complex
Investigating nucleotide substitutions, structural chromosomal rearrangements, and localized environmental adaptation pressures driving phenotypic diversity across wild and captive lineages.
Evolutionary Origins of the Betta coccina Complex
Molecular dating and phylogenetic reconstruction of dwarf peat swamp labyrinth fish lineages across Sundaland, with focus on extreme low-pH and soft-water physiological adaptations.
Genomic Replication Mechanisms in Anabantoids
High-resolution analysis of DNA replication fork stability, repetitive element expansion, and mitochondrial genome inheritance patterns in territorial labyrinth fishes.
📚 Selected Peer-Reviewed Publications
Primary scientific literature on Anabantoid chromosomal architecture, speciation dynamics, and extreme habitat replication fidelity.
“Chromosomal rearrangements and speciation bursts in the Betta splendens species complex.”
Saha, D., & Al-Hussain, M. (2025). Journal of Evolutionary Ichthyology, 18(4), 312–329.
“Genomic architecture and mitochondrial DNA divergence in peat-dwelling Betta coccina lineages.”
Saha, D., Tan, K. L., & Banerjee, R. (2024). Molecular Phylogenetics and Evolution, 192, 107941.
“Replication fidelity and repetitive element dynamics in high-stress aquatic environments.”
Saha, D. (2023). Asian Journal of Genetics and Bioscience, 11(2), 88–104.
🛡️ Guides & Tools Reviewed by Dr. Saha
Articles, species care profiles, and calculators verified for factual integrity, genetics accuracy, and biological safety.
Betta Fish Complete Care & Environmental Profile
Comprehensive species profile covering behavioral parameters, tank sizing, labyrinth organ biology, and genetics.
Betta Fish Care 101: Tank Size, Setup & Husbandry
Clinical guide to water stability, heating protocols, feeding physiology, and seasonal temperature management.
Betta Sorority Tank Guide & Behavioral Stress Dynamics
In-depth behavioral analysis of territorial hierarchy, social stress markers, and female aggression dynamics.
Fish Breeding Trigger & Water Conditioning Calculator
Mathematical simulation of rainy season barometric, thermal, and osmotic triggers for egg scatterers and bubblenest builders.
Freshwater Aquarium Water Chemistry & Osmoregulation
Scientific guide on pH, KH, GH, TDS, and osmoregulatory stress in soft-water blackwater species.
Biological Nitrogen Cycle & Nitrifying Biofilter Calculator
Kinetic modeling of Nitrosomonas and Nitrospira metabolic oxidation across varied temperatures and pH regimes.
Committed to Peer-Reviewed Evidence & Factual Integrity
Every calculator and species profile reviewed by Dr. Saha undergoes strict cross-verification against primary ichthyological literature, peer-reviewed physiology journals, and institutional guidelines.