Ashish Sriram Mishra | Pharmaceutics | Research Excellence Award

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Mr. Ashish Sriram Mishra | Pharmaceutics | Research Excellence Award

SRM College of Pharmacy SRMIST Kattankulathur Chennai | India

Mr. Ashish Sriram Mishra is a dedicated researcher in pharmaceutics with strong expertise in novel drug delivery systems, optimization tools, and formulation science, currently pursuing doctoral research at SRM Institute of Science and Technology. He has completed his postgraduate and undergraduate studies in pharmacy with excellent academic performance, building a solid foundation in biopharmaceutics, pharmacokinetics, and advanced pharmaceutical technology. His research focuses on polymeric nanoparticles, lipid-based carriers, targeted gastrointestinal delivery, stability-indicating analytical methods, and drug repurposing strategies. He has authored impactful scientific publications in reputed journals, contributing an h-index of 3, over 40 citations, and more than 10 documents indexed in leading scholarly databases. His work includes advancements in nanomedicine, inflammation management, analytical method development, and Alzheimer’s disease therapeutic strategies. He has hands-on experience in formulation development, characterization techniques, cell studies, microbial assays, instrumental analysis, and design-based optimization, along with proficiency in scientific writing and laboratory documentation. His contributions to pharmaceutics reflect innovation, precision, and a commitment to translational research. He continues to advance his scientific expertise through active research, scholarly publications, and participation in collaborative academic environments, aiming to contribute significantly to pharmaceutical innovation and therapeutic development.

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Featured Publications

Mishra, A. S., Vasanthan, M., & Malliappan, S. P. (n.d.). Drug repurposing: A leading strategy for new threats and targets. ACS Pharmacology & Translational Science, 7(4), 915–932.

Mishra, A. S., Sugumaran, A., & Damodharan, N. (n.d.). Nanoparticulate delivery systems for the effective treatment of COPD. Annals of the Romanian Society for Cell Biology, 25(4), 13892–13904.

Mishra, A. S., & Vasanthan, M. (n.d.). Design and validation of a robust stability-indicating reversed-phase HPLC method for quantification of mesalamine in formulated drug products. BMC Chemistry, 19(1), 303.

Mishra, A. S., Vasanthan, M., & Pandey, C. (n.d.). Comparative in silico human and environmental hazard profiling of ulcerative colitis pharmaceuticals. Environmental Chemistry and Ecotoxicology.

Mishra, A. S., & Vasanthan, M. (n.d.). Ecofriendly analytical quality by design aided RP-HPLC method for the estimation of mesalamine: Greenness, blueness and whiteness appraisal. Microchemical Journal, Article

Abdus Samad | Pharmacy | Outstanding Scientist Award

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Dr. Abdus Samad | Pharmacy | Outstanding Scientist Award

Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education & Research, Chandigarh | India

Dr. Sahima Tabasum is an emerging Environmental Science researcher with expertise in nanomaterials, water purification, photocatalysis, and environmental remediation, supported by an h-index of 4, over 48 citations, and 10 indexed documents. She holds a Ph.D. in Environmental Sciences, where she focused on nano-structural modification of g-C3N4-based composites for pesticide mineralization and the development of continuous photocatalytic reactor systems. Her multidisciplinary training includes advanced material synthesis, wastewater treatment technologies, solid waste management, and water quality monitoring. Dr. Tabasum has gained research experience through academic and international environmental programs, contributing to nanomaterial-based pollutant degradation, biochar fabrication, membrane technologies, microplastic treatment, and molecularly imprinted polymer (MIP) systems for emerging contaminants such as PFAS, ammonia, and heavy metals. Her research interests span photocatalysis, polymer membranes, CO₂ conversion, energy generation, nanomaterial–pollutant interactions, and sustainable environmental technologies. She has been recognized with distinctions for poster presentations, project excellence, and prestigious Young Scientist–International Travel Support, along with contributions to conferences, workshops, and global sustainability dialogues. With active roles as a reviewer and editorial board member for reputed journals, she continues to advance sustainable materials, green catalytic systems, and innovative solutions for environmental challenges.

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Featured Publications

Samad, A., Sultana, Y., & Aqil, M. (2007). Liposomal drug delivery systems: An update review. Current Drug Delivery, 4(4), 297–305.
(Cited by: 1310)

Alam, M. I., Beg, S., Samad, A., Baboota, S., Kohli, K., Ali, J., Ahuja, A., & Akbar, M. (2010). Strategy for effective brain drug delivery. European Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 40(5), 385–403.
(Cited by: 557)

Samad, A., Alam, M. I., & Saxena, K. (2009). Dendrimers: A class of polymers in nanotechnology for the delivery of active pharmaceuticals. Current Pharmaceutical Design, 15(25), 2958–2969.
(Cited by: 129)

Beg, S., Samad, A., Alam, M. I., & Nazish, I. (2011). Dendrimers as novel systems for delivery of neuropharmaceuticals to the brain. CNS & Neurological Disorders – Drug Targets, 10(6), 693–702.
(Cited by: 84)

Samad, A., Shams, M. S., Ullah, Z., Wais, M., Nazish, I., Sultana, Y., & Aqil, M. (2009). Status of herbal medicines in the treatment of diabetes: A review. Current Diabetes Reviews, 5(2), 102–111.
(Cited by: 78)

Archna Dhasmana | Nanobiotechnology | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Archna Dhasmana | Nanobiotechnology | Best Researcher Award

School of Biosciences, Swami Rama Himalayan University | India

Dr. Archna Dhasmana is an accomplished academic and researcher specializing in Tissue Engineering, Nanobiotechnology, and Regenerative Medicine. Her research focuses on biomolecule and drug delivery systems, polymeric scaffolds, and smart biomaterials for tissue remodeling and cancer theranostics. With over 40 peer-reviewed publications in high-impact SCI and Scopus-indexed journals such as Scientific Reports, Biomedicines, Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology, and Nanoscale, her work demonstrates significant contributions to biomedical innovation. She has achieved an H-index of 13, i10-index of 15, and 918 citations, reflecting strong research impact.Dr. Dhasmana’s funded projects include pioneering studies in bioengineered grafts, biogenic nanoparticles, and green nanotechnology for sustainable biomedical applications. She has successfully led and co-led projects supported by DHR, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (₹75 lakhs) and institutional research grants. Her interdisciplinary research integrates molecular biology, polymer science, and nano-engineering to design next-generation biocompatible materials.

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Featured Publications

Gupta, S. K., Mishra, N. C., & Dhasmana, A. (2017). Decellularization methods for scaffold fabrication. In Decellularized scaffolds and organogenesis: Methods and protocols (pp. 1–10).

Malik, S., Kishore, S., Dhasmana, A., Kumari, P., Mitra, T., Chaudhary, V., … (2023). A perspective review on microbial fuel cells in treatment and product recovery from wastewater. Water, 15(2), 316.

Bhattacharjee, R., Kumar, L., Mukerjee, N., Anand, U., Dhasmana, A., … (2022). The emergence of metal oxide nanoparticles (NPs) as a phytomedicine: A two-facet role in plant growth, nano-toxicity and anti-phyto-microbial activity. Biomedicine & Pharmacotherapy, 155, 113658.

Bhandari, G., Dhasmana, A., Chaudhary, P., Gupta, S., Gangola, S., Gupta, A., … (2023). A perspective review on green nanotechnology in agro-ecosystems: Opportunities for sustainable agricultural practices and environmental remediation. Agriculture, 13(3), 668.

Dhasmana, A., Singh, A., & Sagar, R. (2020). Biomedical grafts for tracheal tissue repairing and regeneration: Tracheal tissue engineering—An overview. Journal of Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine, 14(1), 653–672.

Dharmalingam Kirubakaran | Pharmacology | Best Researcher Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Dharmalingam Kirubakaran | Pharmacology | Best Researcher Award

Saveetha University | India

Dr. D. Kirubakaran is an accomplished researcher and Assistant Professor in the Department of Pharmacology at Saveetha Medical College and Hospital, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences (SIMATS), Chennai. He holds a B.Sc., M.Sc., M.Phil, and Ph.D. in Botany, with research focused on green synthesis of nanoparticles and their biomedical applications. With extensive expertise in phytochemistry, nanotechnology, in-vitro experimental studies, toxicology, and environmental studies, Dr. Kirubakaran has developed and characterized nanoparticles using advanced techniques including UV-Vis, FTIR, XRD, SEM, TEM, DLS, and EDAX. His research encompasses antibacterial, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anti-diabetic, anticancer, and anticholinergic activities, alongside environmental applications such as bioremediation and biodiversity conservation. Dr. Kirubakaran has published numerous research articles in high-impact SCI journals, contributed book chapters, and actively participated in national and international conferences. He has received the University Research Fellowship for his significant contributions to scientific research. Recognized for his innovative work, he has accumulated over 469 citations, an h-index of 13, and an i10-index of 14. His current research interests focus on biomedical nanomaterials, green chemistry, and sustainable therapeutic strategies, positioning him as a leading contributor in the intersection of nanoscience and pharmacology.

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Featured Publications

Kirubakaran, D., Wahid, J. B. A., Karmegam, N., Jeevika, R., Sellapillai, L., Rajkumar, M., & SenthilKumar, K. J. (2025). A comprehensive review on the green synthesis of nanoparticles: Advancements in biomedical and environmental applications. Biomedical Materials & Devices, 1–26.

Manimegalai, P., Selvam, K., Loganathan, S., Kirubakaran, D., Shivakumar, M. S., & others. (2024). Green synthesis of zinc oxide (ZnO) nanoparticles using aqueous leaf extract of Hardwickia binata: Their characterizations and biological applications. Biomass Conversion and Biorefinery, 14(11), 12559–12574.

Kirubakaran, D., Selvam, K., Prakash, P., Shivakumar, M. S., & Rajkumar, M. (2023). In-vitro antioxidant, antidiabetic, anticholinergic activity of iron/copper nanoparticles synthesized using Strobilanthes cordifolia leaf extract. OpenNano, 14, 100188.

Rajkumar, M., Presley, S. I. D., Govindaraj, P., Kirubakaran, D., Farahim, F., Ali, T., … others. (2025). Synthesis of chitosan/PVA/copper oxide nanocomposite using Anacardium occidentale extract and evaluating its antioxidant, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory and cytotoxic activities. Scientific Reports, 15(1), 3931.

Kirubakaran, D., Bupesh, G., Wahid, J. B. A., Murugeswaran, R., Ramalingam, J., & others. (2025). Green synthesis of zinc oxide nanoparticles using Acmella caulirhiza leaf extract: Characterization and assessment of antibacterial, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and hemolytic properties. Biomedical Materials & Devices, 1–22.

Bijesh Biswal | Cell Biology | Excellence in Research Award

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Dr. Bijesh Biswal | Cell Biology | Excellence in Research Award

National Institute of Technology Rourkela | India

Dr. Bijesh Kumar Biswal is an Associate Professor at the Cancer Drug Resistance Laboratory, Department of Life Science, National Institute of Technology Rourkela, India. He holds a Ph.D. in Cancer Biology from IIT Madras and has completed postdoctoral research at Rutgers University and Dartmouth College, USA. His research focuses on cancer biology, particularly transcriptional regulation, drug resistance mechanisms, and exosome-mediated drug delivery. Dr. Biswal has authored over 60 publications and has been cited more than 1,100 times, reflecting his significant contribution to the field. He has mentored 3 Ph.D. students and 15 Master’s students, with several ongoing research projects. His work has been recognized with awards such as the Best Faculty Advisor Award from NIT Rourkela and the Early Career Research Award from SERB, DST, New Delhi. Dr. Biswal is a life member of the Indian Association of Cancer Research and the Society of Biochemists India. His research continues to influence cancer therapeutics and drug resistance studies.

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Featured Publication

Tripathi, S. K., Panda, M., & Biswal, B. K. (2019). Emerging role of plumbagin: Cytotoxic potential and pharmaceutical relevance towards cancer therapy. Food and Chemical Toxicology, 125, 566–582.

Tripathi, S. K., & Biswal, B. K. (2020). Piperlongumine, a potent anticancer phytotherapeutic: Perspectives on contemporary status and future possibilities as an anticancer agent. Pharmacological Research, 156, 104772.

Panda, M., Tripathi, S. K., & Biswal, B. K. (2021). SOX9: An emerging driving factor from cancer progression to drug resistance. Biochimica et Biophysica Acta (BBA) – Reviews on Cancer, 1875(2), 188517.

Panda, M., & Biswal, B. K. (2019). Cell signaling and cancer: A mechanistic insight into drug resistance. Molecular Biology Reports, 46(5), 5645–5659.

Mao, P., Hever-Jardine, M. P., Rahme, G. J., Yang, E., Tam, J., Kodali, A., Biswal, B., … (2013). Serine/threonine kinase 17A is a novel candidate for therapeutic targeting in glioblastoma. PLoS One, 8(11), e81803.