Dr. Akaashni Bhika

Akaashni Bhika is an emerging researcher in skeletal biology and experimental morphology, with a focus on the effects of binge alcohol exposure on adolescent bone development. Her work centers on preclinical rat models to investigate how acute and chronic alcohol consumption influences bone micro-architecture, osteometry, and biomechanical strength, particularly in the mandible and femur.

Her publications in the International Journal of Morphology explore trabecular morphometry, cortical structure, and tensile properties using advanced imaging and mechanical testing techniques. A recurring theme in her research is the differential impact of alcohol on specific anatomical regions and the identification of sex-specific responses in bone microstructure.

Bhika’s studies contribute to a deeper understanding of how adolescent binge drinking may compromise peak bone mass and skeletal integrity. By examining both exposure and abstinence models, her work offers valuable insight into potential recovery patterns and the long-term implications of early alcohol consumption on skeletal health.