Dr. Madhav Paudel received his B.V.Sc. & A.H. (DVM) in Veterinary Science from the Agriculture and Forestry University in 2023. He is currently pursuing a Master’s degree at the University of Kentucky and serves as a Graduate Research Assistant in the Helmy Lab (Microbiology Laboratory). His research focuses on enteric pathogens, including Clostridium perfringens and Clostridioides difficile, as well as other foodborne pathogens associated with gastrointestinal infections. His research interests include antimicrobial resistance (AMR), host–microbe interactions, antibiotic alternative approaches, bacterial pathogens, immunology, food safety, and One Health.