Anantpreet Kaur | Botany | Best Researcher Award

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Ms. Anantpreet Kaur | Botany | Best Researcher Award

DAV University, Jalandhar | India

Dr. Anantpreet Kaur is a dedicated researcher and scholar in the field of Botany, focusing on the bioactive potential of underexplored medicinal plants. She holds advanced degrees in Botany, where her research emphasized the evaluation of antioxidant, antidiabetic, antimicrobial, and cytotoxic activities of plant extracts, with a particular focus on Strobilanthes attenuata. Her doctoral research involves comprehensive phytochemical analysis, GC–MS profiling, and in vitro pharmacological studies aimed at exploring plant-based therapeutic applications. Dr. Kaur has presented her findings at national and international conferences and has contributed significantly to peer-reviewed journals, covering topics such as plant bioactivity, climate sustainability, marine microplastics, and biofuel production. Her technical expertise spans ELISA, spectrophotometry, chromatography, microbial assays, and statistical analysis using software tools like SPSS and GraphPad Prism. She actively engages in workshops, training programs, and intellectual forums to stay abreast of advances in plant science, pharmacology, and sustainable development. Dr. Kaur’s work has been recognized for its contribution to ethnobotany, phytochemistry, and environmental awareness. Her research continues to bridge traditional knowledge and modern science, emphasizing the development of plant-based solutions for health and ecological challenges, positioning her as an emerging leader in botanical research.

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Kaur, A. (2025). Macroalgae-based biofuel production: Advances in cultivation, conversion pathways and techno-economic perspectives. Next Research, 2(4), 1–13. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.nexres.2025.101067

Kaur, A., Walia, H., Kumar, A., & Khosla, S. (2025). Strobilanthes attenuata stem extract as a promising source for antioxidant and anticancer activity. Journal of Herbs, Spices & Medicinal Plants. https://doi.org/10.1080/10496475.2025.2555330

Kaur, A., Sondhi, N., & Sethi, S. (2024). Isolation of a pure compound using column chromatography and antioxidative potential of Azadirachta indica leaves. In Applied Research in Physical & Chemical Sciences and Engineering. MKSES Publication, Lucknow, UP. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.13208123

Khosla, S., Sood, N., Sanya, Bhatia, N., Sharma, A., & Kaur, A. (2024). Journey of Indian Space Organisation (ISRO). In R. C. Sobti (Ed.), Role of Science and Technology for Sustainable Future (pp. 515–527). Springer, Singapore. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-97-5177-8_28

Sondhi, N., Kaur, A., & Walia, H. (2022). Pharmacological activities of Urtica dioica: A critical review. In Trends and Innovations in Humanities Management, Commerce, Science and Technology (pp. 303–309). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.7676149

Rishabh Chalotra | Metabolic Disorders | Young Researcher Award

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Mr. Rishabh Chalotra | Metabolic Disorders | Young Researcher Award

Central University of Punjab | India

Rishabh Chalotra is a CSIR-Senior Research Fellow and doctoral scholar at the Laboratory of Neuroendocrinology and Metabolic Disorders, Department of Pharmacology, Central University of Punjab. His research focuses on addressing the complexities of Metabolic Syndrome through preclinical studies, exploring the therapeutic potential of natural phytoconstituents, and developing herbal-based solutions for improved clinical outcomes. He holds a Master’s degree in Pharmacology and a Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy, with extensive experience in animal models, biochemical assays, pharmacokinetic studies, ELISA, RT-PCR, flow cytometry, and other advanced laboratory techniques. Rishabh has contributed to 18 peer-reviewed articles, six book chapters, and four patents, with his work cited 127 times, reflecting an h-index of 6 and an i10-index of 5. His publications explore metabolic disorders, diabetic complications, neurodegenerative diseases, and drug discovery, highlighting the role of flavonoids and natural compounds in therapeutic interventions. He has received the Young Investigator Award from the Indian Pharmacological Society and is a lifetime member of professional societies including the Indian Pharmacological Society, American Society for Microbiology, and British Pharmacological Society. His research combines experimental pharmacology with translational applications to bridge knowledge gaps and improve patient outcomes, positioning him as a promising contributor to global pharmacological research.

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Featured Publication

Chauhan, S., Chalotra, R., Rathi, A., Saini, M., Deol, S., Lard, M., & Gupta, S. (2023). Current approaches in healing of wounds in diabetes and diabetic foot ulcers. Current Bioactive Compounds, 19(3), 104–121.

Chalotra, R., Gupta, T., Chib, S., Amanat, M., Kumar, P., & Singh, R. (2024). Treatment of diabetic complications: Do flavonoids hold the keys? Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition, 64(30), 11091–11112.

Maqbool, M., Chaudhary, K., Chalotra, R., Chauhan, S., & Dahiya, R. S. (2024). Phyto-pharmacology of most common Indian culinary spices and their potential in developing new pharmaceutical therapies. Current Traditional Medicine, 10(2), 117–140.

Sharma, K., Chib, S., Gupta, A., Singh, R., & Chalotra, R. (2024). Interplay between α-synuclein and parkin genes: Insights of Parkinson’s disease. Molecular Biology Reports, 51(1), 586.

Chib, S., Dutta, B. J., Chalotra, R., Abubakar, M., Kumar, P., Singh, T. G., & Singh, R. (2025). Role of flavonoids in mitigating the pathological complexities and treatment hurdles in Alzheimer’s disease. Phytotherapy Research, 39(2), 747–775.

Pramod Hurkadale | Pharmacognosy | Best Academic Researcher Award

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Dr. Pramod Hurkadale | Pharmacognosy | Best Academic Researcher Award

KLE College of Pharmacy, Belagavi | India

Dr. Pramod J. Hurkadale, M.Pharm., Ph.D., PDCR, is a distinguished Professor and Special Officer-cum-Assistant Registrar at KLE’s College of Pharmacy, KLE Academy of Higher Education & Research, Belagavi, India. He holds a Ph.D. in Pharmacy from Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Bengaluru, with an M.Pharm in Pharmacognosy & Phytochemistry and a B.Pharm degree. Additionally, he has earned a Professional Diploma in Clinical Research. Dr. Hurkadale has over two decades of teaching experience in undergraduate and postgraduate pharmacy programs and serves as a research guide for both PG and Ph.D. candidates. His professional journey spans key academic and administrative roles, including Head of the Department of Pharmaceutical Biotechnology, Associate Professor, and Assistant Professor at KLECOP. He has also contributed significantly to research quality improvement programs, clinical research workshops, and capacity-building initiatives in laboratory and analytical sciences. He is an active member of national and international professional bodies, including the Indian Pharmaceutical Association, Society of Pharmacognosy, and Society for Ethnopharmacology, and has organized numerous national and international workshops and conferences. Dr. Hurkadale’s research interests include phytochemistry, pharmacognosy, herbal drug standardization, nano-formulations, and ethnomedicinal plant studies, with multiple publications in reputed journals and contributions to textbooks and book chapters

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Hurkadale, P. J., Shelar, P. A., Palled, S. G., Mandavkar, Y. D., & Khedkar, A. S. (2012). Hepatoprotective activity of Amorphophallus paeoniifolius tubers against paracetamol-induced liver damage in rats. Asian Pacific Journal of Tropical Biomedicine, 2(1), S238–S242.

Upadhya, V., Hegde, H. V., Bhat, S., Hurkadale, P. J., Kholkute, S. D., & Hegde, G. R. (2012). Ethnomedicinal plants used to treat bone fracture from North-Central Western Ghats of India. Journal of Ethnopharmacology, 142(2), 557–562.

Pramod, H. J., Yadav, A. V., Raje, V. N., Mohite, M., & Wadkar, G. (2013). Antioxidant activity of Borassus flabellifer (Linn.) fruits. Asian Journal of Pharmacy and Technology, 3(1), 16–19.

Ankad, G. M., Pai, S. R., Upadhya, V., Hurkadale, P. J., & Hegde, H. V. (2015). Pharmacognostic evaluation of Achyranthes coynei: Leaf. Egyptian Journal of Basic and Applied Sciences, 2(1), 25–31.

Ankad, G. M., Hiremath, J., Patil, R. T., Pramod, H. J., & Hegde, H. V. (2017). Evaluation of Kunapa jala and Pancha gavya on plant quality, physiology, biochemistry, yield and growth attributes – A case study of Withania somnifera Dun. Journal of Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine, 8(4), 247–251.