Mr. Akash Vikal | Nanotechnology and Advanced Materials | Innovative Research Award

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Mr. Akash Vikal | Nanotechnology and Advanced Materials | Innovative Research Award

IFTM University, Moradabad, India

Akash Vikal is an emerging pharmaceutical researcher specializing in pharmaceutics, nanomedicine, advanced drug delivery systems, and cancer therapeutics. His academic and research contributions primarily focus on the development of innovative formulation strategies designed to improve therapeutic efficacy, targeted delivery, and patient outcomes. Through extensive research in liposomal formulations, nanocarriers, gene delivery systems, and ocular therapeutics, he has established himself as a promising young contributor to modern pharmaceutical sciences.His research portfolio reflects interdisciplinary expertise integrating pharmaceutical technology, nanotechnology, oncology, ophthalmic therapeutics, and translational medicine. With numerous peer-reviewed publications, book chapters, and scientific presentations, he has actively contributed to advancing pharmaceutical innovation and drug delivery research.

Professional Profile 

Education

Akash Vikal completed a Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm.) from Shri Gopichand College of Pharmacy with strong academic performance. He further pursued a Master of Pharmacy (M.Pharm.) in Pharmaceutics from ISF College of Pharmacy, where he specialized in advanced pharmaceutical formulation and drug delivery systems. His postgraduate research focused on the “Development and Characterization of Ferulic Acid and Docetaxel Loaded Liposomes Against Breast Cancer” under the guidance of Balak Das Kurmi.

Professional Experience

During his academic journey, Akash Vikal gained industrial exposure through internship training at HIS Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd., where he developed practical knowledge related to pharmaceutical manufacturing and formulation processes. He has also actively contributed to scientific communication and peer-review activities, including reviewing submissions for reputed journals such as Dovepress journals Clinical Ophthalmology and Eye and Brain. In addition, he delivered an academic webinar on scientific writing and publication strategies for researchers and healthcare professionals.

Research Interest

He has contributed extensively to pharmaceutical and biomedical research through numerous publications in reputed international journals. His research covers areas such as metal-organic frameworks in drug delivery, PROTAC-based cancer therapy, nanoparticle-mediated antimicrobial strategies, CRISPR-assisted nanotechnology, nanocarrier systems for ocular therapeutics, and phytoconstituent-based anticancer therapies. Several of his works have been published in recognized journals including Applied Materials Today, Drug Delivery and Translational Research, AAPS PharmSciTech, Current Pharmaceutical Design, and Experimental Eye Research.

Award and Honor

Akash Vikal has received recognition for his academic and scientific contributions through participation in national and international conferences, workshops, and faculty development programs. He earned a Certificate of Excellence in Peer Reviewing for his contribution to academic quality enhancement. His involvement in intellectual property awareness programs, pharmaceutical research conferences, and specialized training workshops reflects his commitment to continuous professional development and scientific advancement.

Conclusion

Mebratu Tafesse Teferi demonstrates strong potential for the Best Researcher Award. His substantial academic qualifications, leadership experience, and dedication to educational research are commendable. His publications reflect significant contributions to Ethiopian education and leadership studies, making him a valuable candidate for the award. To further enhance his candidacy, Mebratu could focus on broadening his research scope, fostering international collaborations, and increasing his publication reach in globally recognized journals.

Publications Top Noted

  • Next-generation gene editing strategies in cancer: Integrating CRISPR, PROTACs, and advanced molecular technologies
    Authors: Akash Vikal, Rashmi Maurya, Pradeep Kumar, Navneet Verma, Arun Kumar Mishra
    Year: 2026
  • Liposomal Paclitaxel in Breast Cancer Therapy: Advances, Clinical Insights, and Future Perspectives
    Authors: Akash Vikal, Rashmi Maurya, Navneet Verma, Arun Kumar Mishra
    Year: 2026
  • A Mini-Review on Unlocking Cognitive Enhancement: An Innovative Strategy for Optimal Brain Functions
    Authors: Akash Vikal, Rashmi Maurya, Brij Bihari Patel, Preeti Patel, Manish Kumar, Balak Das Kurmi
    Year: 2025
  • Andrographis paniculata in Fatty Liver Disease: Mechanisms, Nanocarrier Approaches, and Therapeutic Potential
    Authors: Akash Vikal, Rashmi Maurya, Preeti Patel, Balak Das Kurmi
    Year: 2025
  • Development of Mucopenetrating Pegylated Liposomes Functionalized with Sodium Taurocholate for Enhanced Oral Insulin Delivery
    Authors: Akash Vikal, Rashmi Maurya, Balak Das Kurmi, S. Jindal, R. K. Narang
    Year: 2025
  • From Resistance to Response: Metallic Nanoparticles as Game Changers in Triple Negative Breast Cancer Therapy
    Authors: Akash Vikal, Rashmi Maurya, Preeti Patel, R. K. Narang, Balak Das Kurmi
    Year: 2025
  • Lutein as a Liver Guardian: Insights into its Hepatoprotective Mechanisms, Bioavailability, and Emerging Therapeutic Roles
    Authors: Akash Vikal, Rashmi Maurya, Preeti Patel, Balak Das Kurmi
    Year: 2025
  • Nanoemulsion Technology in Oral Drug Delivery: A Path to Enhanced Solubility and Bioavailability
    Authors: Akash Vikal, Rashmi Maurya, Preeti Patel, Balak Das Kurmi
    Year: 2025
  • Role of dePEGylation in Vesicular Carriers-Mediated Stimuli-Responsive Drug Delivery to Tumors
    Authors: Akash Vikal, Rashmi Maurya, Abhinav Vashishat, Taqdir Singh, Satyam Khare, Preeti Patel, Balak Das Kurmi
    Year: 2025

 

Tahziba Hussain | Immunology and Microbiology | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Tahziba Hussain | Immunology and Microbiology | Research Excellence Award

ICMR-RMRC, Bhubaneshwar, India

Dr. Tahziba Hussain is an accomplished scientist in biomedical research with strong academic training in zoology and immunology. She has extensive experience across premier research institutions, contributing significantly to infectious diseases and non-communicable disease studies. Her research focuses on tuberculosis, diabetes, immunology, and public health. With numerous high-impact publications and active involvement in research projects, she has also mentored many students and scholars. Her work continues to advance translational medical research and improve healthcare outcomes through scientific innovation.

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Rekha Bansal | Medicine and Dentistry | Research Excellence Award

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Prof. Dr. Rekha Bansal | Medicine and Dentistry | Research Excellence Award

Shri Lal Bahadur Shastri Government Medical College, India

Prof. Dr. Rekha Bansal is a distinguished academician and clinician in pulmonary medicine, currently serving as Professor and Head of Department. She holds advanced qualifications in respiratory diseases and specialized training in thoracic oncology and palliative care. With extensive experience across leading medical institutions, she has contributed significantly to teaching, clinical practice, and research. Her interests include tuberculosis, lung cancer, and antimicrobial studies. Recognized for her scholarly publications and academic leadership, she continues to advance respiratory healthcare and medical education.

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Gnana Ruba Priya Muthaiya | Medicinal Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Gnana Ruba Priya Muthaiya | Medicinal Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Dayananda Sagar University, India

Dr. Gnana Ruba Priya Muthaiya is an accomplished pharmaceutical chemist and academician with advanced expertise in medicinal chemistry and drug design. Holding doctoral and postgraduate qualifications in pharmaceutical sciences, she has extensive experience in teaching, research, and mentoring across pharmacy disciplines. Her research focuses on computer-aided drug discovery, green synthesis, and anticancer therapeutics. With numerous peer-reviewed publications, patents, and scientific contributions, she has earned recognition for research excellence. Her work reflects a strong commitment to innovative drug development and impactful advancements in healthcare science.

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Rahul Kumar | Pharmaceutical Chemistry | Young Scientist Award

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Mr. Rahul Kumar | Pharmaceutical Chemistry | Young Scientist Award

Vidya University | India

Rahul Kumar is an Assistant Professor in Pharmacy with expertise in Computer-Aided Drug Design and Pharmaceutical Chemistry. He holds professional training in pharmaceutical sciences and contributes to teaching and research in drug discovery, molecular modeling, and computational chemistry. His research focuses on CADD, medicinal chemistry, biosensors, and AI-driven approaches in healthcare. He has authored peer-reviewed publications, book chapters, and patents, and has received national-level research and innovation awards, reflecting a strong commitment to academic excellence and translational research.

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Pooja Mathur | Pharmaceutics | Excellence in Research Award

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Pooja Mathur | Pharmaceutics | Excellence in Research Award

GD Goenka University | India

Dr. Pooja Mathur is an accomplished academic and researcher in Pharmaceutics with advanced doctoral training and extensive experience in teaching, research, and academic coordination. She has contributed significantly to pharmaceutical sciences through high-impact publications, books, patents, and interdisciplinary research. Her research interests include nanoformulations, drug delivery systems, phytopharmaceuticals, oncology therapeutics, and translational nanomedicine. She actively serves as a reviewer for reputed international journals and has received multiple recognitions for academic excellence, research output, and institutional contributions, reflecting her strong commitment to innovation and scholarly leadership.

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Aswin Mohan | Transfusion Medicine | Editorial Board Member

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Dr. Aswin Mohan | Transfusion Medicine | Editorial Board Member

AIIMS Bibinagar | India

Dr. Aswin K Mohan is a dedicated Transfusion Medicine specialist with extensive clinical and academic experience, currently serving as Senior Resident and faculty at AIIMS Bibinagar. With an h-index of 1, 1 document, and 3 citations, Dr. Mohan has made significant contributions to advancing transfusion practices, including therapeutic plasma exchange, leukocytapheresis, patient blood managemen t, and immunohematology. He holds an MBBS, MD in Transfusion Medicine, and a PDCC in Apheresis and Blood Component Therapy, and has been recognized with the Prof. Dr. V.L. Ray Memorial Award. His professional affiliations include ISBT, ASFA, and ISTM, where he actively participates in clinical apheresis and transfusion working groups. Dr. Mohan has contributed to multiple publications, conducted training workshops, led intramural research projects, and played a key role in SOP preparation, licensing, and donor motivation initiatives. His academic interests focus on clinical research to refine evidence-based transfusion strategies, enhancing apheresis services, and innovative pedagogical methods for student and resident learning. Through his research, clinical practice, and educational initiatives, Dr. Mohan aims to foster excellence in patient care, safety, and academic leadership within the field of transfusion medicine, creating a progressive and scholarly environment.

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Featured Publications

Mohan, A. K., Jain, A., Kaur, D., & Negi, G. (2023). An evaluation of random donor platelets prepared from overnight stored buffy coat method: A better alternative to the 6-h restriction. Indian Journal of Hematology and Blood Transfusion, 4, 1–6.

Deb, J., Negi, G., Mohan, A. K.*, Sharawat, I. K., Banerjee, P., Chauhan, D., Kaur, D., & Jain, A. (2024). Potential advantage of therapeutic plasma exchange over intravenous immunoglobulin in children with axonal variant of Guillain-Barré syndrome: A report of six paediatric cases. Transfusion Clinique et Biologique. (Corresponding Author)

Sil, S., Mohan, A. K., Negi, G., Banerjee, P., Kaur, D., Mittal, A., & Jain, A. (2024). Therapeutic leukocytapheresis to relieve priapism due to leukostasis in CML patients: Our experience in a tertiary care centre. Transfusion Clinique et Biologique, 31(1), 36–40.

Bose, R., Mohan, A. K., Prasanth, V., Cherian, D., Kumari, O., Jain, A., Kaur, D., Negi, G., & Sharma, A. (2024). Management of acute liver failure during pregnancy by therapeutic plasma exchange – A multidisciplinary approach. Asian Journal of Transfusion Science, 10, 4103.

Subham Preetam | Nano-robots | Editorial Board Member

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Mr. Subham Preetam | Nano-robots | Editorial Board Member

Monash University | India

Mr. Subham Preetam is a distinguished Transfusion Medicine specialist recognized for impactful clinical research, academic contributions, and leadership in advancing evidence-based transfusion practices. With an h-index of 17, a research portfolio of 40 documents, and 1,102 citations across 904 citing documents, Mr. Preetam has established a strong scientific footprint in areas such as apheresis, patient blood management, therapeutic plasma exchange, leukocytapheresis, immunohematology, and transfusion safety. His academic journey includes an MBBS, an MD in Transfusion Medicine, and advanced clinical training through a PDCC in Apheresis and Blood Component Therapy. Professionally, he has served as Senior Resident and faculty in leading national medical institutes, contributing significantly to service development, SOP formulation, staff training, and quality systems in transfusion services. His research interests span clinical apheresis, hemovigilance, transfusion reactions, donor health, PBM strategies, and improving transfusion outcomes. Mr. Preetam has earned recognition through prestigious national awards and has contributed to international working groups, editorial activities, invited sessions, and collaborative projects that strengthen global transfusion medicine practices. His continued dedication reflects a commitment to improving clinical standards, fostering academic excellence, and promoting innovation in transfusion medicine for enhanced patient care.

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Featured Publications

Preetam, S., Lata, S., Aditi, Bora, J., Thapliyal, S., Mehta, S., Ramniwas, S., Deshwal, R., Rustagi, S., Talukdar, N., et al. (2025). Exosome-driven biohybrid nanorobots: Bridging nature and nanotechnology in biomedical innovation. RSC Advances. https://doi.org/10.1039/D5RA05296C

Dhasmana, A., Santhanam, A., Dhasmana, K., Malik, S., & Preetam, S. (2025). Innovative smart biosensors for cancer theranostics: A new frontier in detection, diagnosis, and beyond. Cancer Treatment and Research Communications. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ctarc.2025.100911

Dhasmana, A., Dobhal, P., Sati, A., Santhanam, A., Preetam, S., Malik, S., Joshi, N., Rustagi, S., & Deshwal, R. K. (2025). Synthesis of fungal polysaccharide-based nanoemulsions for cancer treatment. RSC Advances. https://doi.org/10.1039/D5RA01349F

Bhattacharya, T., Das, T., Preetam, S., & Chopra, H. (2025). Cutting-edge developments in agro-waste derived carbon nanomaterials and their multifaceted applications in agriculture: Enhancing crop imaging, nutrient efficiency, and plant health. Zeitschrift für Naturforschung C. https://doi.org/10.1515/znc-2024-0205

Preetam, S., Mishra, R., Thapliyal, S., Rustagi, S., Deshwal, R. K., Ramniwas, S., Dhasmana, A., Rajab, B. S., Alghamdi, S., & Malik, S. (2025). Bioactive coatings for cardiovascular stents: Modulating immune response for enhanced performance. ACS Biomaterials Science & Engineering. https://doi.org/10.1021/acsbiomaterials.5c01166

Anupam Kanti Bag | Pharmacology | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Anupam Kanti Bag | Pharmacology | Best Researcher Award

Dr. B.C. Roy College of Pharmacy and Allied Health Sciences |India

Dr. Anupam Kanti Bag is an accomplished pharmacology professional with strong academic and research credentials, reflected through 142 citations, an h-index of 3, and 3 i10-index publications, demonstrating consistent scholarly impact. His expertise spans microscopy, molecular biology, behavioral analysis, molecular docking, and network pharmacology, supported by extensive laboratory experience and a solid background in pharmaceutical sciences. He has significantly contributed to innovation through multiple national and international patents in drug formulation, medical device design, and pharmacokinetic enhancement, along with authoring books and contributing chapters in emerging areas of neurodegenerative disease research. His funded research work includes projects focusing on phytochemical formulations and nano-based therapeutic applications. Dr. Bag has served in various academic, administrative, and accreditation roles, including NAAC/NBA coordination, placement operations, exam cell management, and institutional leadership responsibilities across reputed pharmacy colleges. His technical skills extend to tools such as Pyrex, Pymol, Chimera, and Biovia Studio, combined with proficiency in cell culture handling, gene assays, ADR reporting, and laboratory instrumentation. Recognized with awards for academic excellence, mentoring, and scientific presentations, he continues to contribute to the advancement of pharmacology research with dedication to innovation, collaboration, and student development.

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Featured Publications

Bag, A. K., & Mumtaz, S. M. F. (2013). Hepatoprotective and nephroprotective activity of hydroalcoholic extract of Ipomoea staphylina leaves. Bangladesh Journal of Pharmacology, 8(3), 263–268.

Subramaniyan, V., Shaik, S., Bag, A., Manavalan, G., & Chandiran, S. (2018). Potential action of Rumex vesicarius (L.) against potassium dichromate and gentamicin-induced nephrotoxicity in experimental rats. Pakistan Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 31(2), 509–516.

Mumtaz, S. M. F., Paul, S., & Bag, A. K. (2013). Effect of Sechium edule on chemical-induced kidney damage in experimental animals. Bangladesh Journal of Pharmacology, 8(1), 28–35.

Bag, A. K., & Hiremath, S. R. R. (2023). Neuropathic pain and its management. Indian Journal of Pharmacy Practice, 16(3).

Verma, P., Munirangappa, H., Bag, A. K., & Purushottam, H. (2023). Amelioration of hyperglycemia by hydroalcoholic extract of leaves of Ecbolium viride against experimental type II model in rats.

Ramprasad Srinivasan | Biomarker | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Ramprasad Srinivasan | Biomarker | Best Researcher Award

Sri Narayani Hospital and Research Centre | India

Dr. Ramprasad Srinivasan is an accomplished biomedical researcher specializing in biochemistry, molecular biology, renal complications, and biomarker discovery. With a strong academic foundation spanning biochemistry, medical laboratory technology, and an advanced doctoral qualification, he has developed extensive expertise in molecular diagnostics and translational medicine. His professional journey includes significant scientific roles across academic institutions and advanced research laboratories, where he contributed to projects involving diabetic nephropathy, atherosclerosis, retinal disorders, inflammation, and tissue-factor–mediated signaling. He has published extensively in leading SCI journals, contributing impactful work supported by 46 citations, an h-index of 5, and documented through numerous peer-reviewed papers with a growing scientific footprint marked by his i10-index of 1. His research interests include biomarker identification, biosensor development, proteomics, macrophage biology, and chronic kidney disease mechanisms. He has also led multiple funded projects as Principal Investigator, focusing on diagnostics, CKD therapeutics, and immune regulation. His contributions have been recognized through competitive fellowships, poster awards, and travel distinctions from reputed scientific bodies. He remains committed to advancing healthcare innovations by integrating laboratory sciences with clinical applications, aiming to translate molecular insights into practical diagnostic and therapeutic solutions.

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Featured Publications

Nilavan, E., Sundar, S., Shenbagamoorthy, M., Narayanan, H., Nandagopal, B., & Srinivasan, R. (2020). Identification of biomarkers for early diagnosis of diabetic nephropathy disease using direct flow through mass spectrometry. Diabetes & Metabolic Syndrome: Clinical Research & Reviews, 14(6), 2073–2078.

Chaudhary, R. K., Madaboosi, N., Satija, J., Nandagopal, B., Srinivasan, R., & Sai, V. V. R. (2024). Polymeric optical fiber biosensor with PAMAM dendrimer-based surface modification and PlGF detection for pre-eclampsia diagnosis. Biosensors and Bioelectronics, 257, 116312.

Gramoll, K., & Ramaprasad, S. (1995). Effects of band weaving on fiber strength in filament-wound composite structures. Composites Engineering, 5(4), 363–373.

Srinivasan, R., Dattaguru, B., & Singh, G. (2019). Exact solutions for laminated composite beams using a unified state space formulation. International Journal for Computational Methods in Engineering Science and Mechanics.

Srinivasan, R. (2014). Exact solution of shear flexible laminated curved beams using a coupled field formulation. International Journal for Computational Methods in Engineering Science and Mechanics.