Prof. Kishan Shankarrao - Chemistry - Lifetime achievement Award 🏆

Early Academic Pursuits :

She embarked on her academic journey with a strong foundation in Chemistry, achieving a First Division in her B.Sc. in Chemistry (Hons.) from Acharya Narendra Dev College, University of Delhi, in 2010. This was followed by her successful pursuit of an M.Sc. in Chemistry from Hindu College, University of Delhi, securing another First Division in 2013. Her academic excellence culminated in the completion of her Ph.D. in Chemistry from the Department of Chemistry, University of Delhi, in 2022, a testament to her scholarly dedication and proficiency.

Professional Endeavors :

Transitioning from academia to research and teaching roles, Her career path exemplifies versatility. She commenced her professional journey as a Junior Research Fellow (JRF) funded by the University Grants Commission (UGC) at the Department of Chemistry, University of Delhi, from January 2015 to January 2017. Progressing in her research, she advanced to the role of Senior Research Fellow (SRF), also supported by the UGC, contributing to significant developments in the field until January 2020. Currently, she serves as an Assistant Professor in Applied Sciences (Chemistry) at M.I.E.T College, Meerut, where she mentors students across various academic programs, including B.Tech. in Engineering Chemistry, B.Sc. Chemistry (Hons.) in Organic Chemistry, and B.Pharma (2nd Year) in Pharmaceutical Organic Chemistry (III).

Contributions and Research Focus in Chemistry :

Her research endeavors during her Ph.D., spanning five years, predominantly revolved around the design, synthesis, and characterization of antimalarial drugs. Proficient in handling a diverse range of organic molecules, she showcased adeptness in employing multiple spectral techniques for molecule identification. Her expertise extended to managing air and moisture sensitive compounds, utilizing chromatographic techniques, and maintaining laboratory equipment. Additionally, her proficiency in various software tools facilitated her research efforts, which included editing and reviewing chemistry research papers intended for publication in esteemed national and international journals.

Accolades and Recognition :

Acknowledged for her scholarly achievements, Her qualifications include impressive rankings in competitive examinations such as the National Eligibility Test (NET) - UGC-JRF, securing an All India Rank of 66. She also achieved an admirable rank of 203 in the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE), a testament to her academic excellence and proficiency in Chemistry.

Impact and Influence :

Her research in the development of antimalarial drugs and her commitment to educating aspiring chemists underscore her significant impact in the realm of Chemistry. Her contributions to academia, research, and scholarly publications have demonstrated her influence in advancing scientific knowledge and inspiring future scientists.

Legacy and Future Contributions :

Notable Publications :

• Green and mechanochemical one-pot multicomponent synthesis of bioactive 2-amino-4 H-benzo [b] pyrans via highly efficient amine-functionalized SiO2@ Fe3O4 nanoparticles
• Advancement of chimeric hybrid drugs to cure malaria infection: An overview with special emphasis on endoperoxide pharmacophores
• Application of sulfonic acid fabricated cobalt ferrite nanoparticles as effective magnetic nanocatalyst for green and facile synthesis of benzimidazoles
• Interaction between the antimalarial drug dispiro-tetraoxanes and human serum albumin: a combined study with spectroscopic methods and computational studies
• Synthesis and characterization of antibiotic-metal complexes [FeCl3 (L1) 2H2O and Ni (NO3) 2 (L2) 2H2O] and enhanced antibacterial activity
• Ciprofloxacin-Tethered 1, 2, 3-triazole conjugates: new quinolone family compounds to upgrade our antiquated approach against bacterial infections
• N-sulfonylpiperidinedispiro-1, 2, 4, 5-tetraoxanes exhibit potent in vitro antiplasmodial activity and in vivo efficacy in mice infected with P. berghei ANKA