Ankush Kumar | Medicinal Chemistry | Young Researcher Award

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Mr. Ankush Kumar | Medicinal Chemistry | Young Researcher Award

Chitkara University Punjab | India

Ankush Kumar is a dedicated pharmaceutical researcher whose work spans medicinal chemistry, molecular modeling, and targeted drug design with a strong focus on anticancer therapeutics. He holds a solid academic foundation with qualifications in pharmaceutical chemistry and extensive research training that includes computational drug design, structure-activity exploration, and medicinal insights into heterocyclic scaffolds. His professional experience includes serving as a Junior Research Fellow and working as an Assistant Professor across multiple academic institutions, where he contributed to teaching, mentoring, and research development. His research outputs reflect a strong contribution to oncology-oriented drug discovery, with publications covering molecular targets, biomarkers, EGFR inhibition, heterocyclic synthesis, and computational repurposing studies. He has authored numerous research papers in reputed journals, contributing to a total of 561 citations, supported by an h-index of 6 and i10-index of 4, demonstrating the growing influence of his scientific contributions. His work includes book chapters and multiple peer-reviewed articles that highlight new therapeutic strategies and structural insights into various biological targets. He has received academic distinctions such as top positions in academic competitions and has served as a reviewer for international journals, further reflecting his scholarly engagement. Overall, his research trajectory reflects a commitment to advancing pharmaceutical innovation and precision-driven drug discovery.

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Featured Publications

Ye, F., Dewanjee, S., Li, Y., Jha, N. K., Chen, Z. S., Kumar, A., Vishakha, Jha, S. K., et al. (2023). Advancements in clinical aspects of targeted therapy and immunotherapy in breast cancer. Molecular Cancer, 22(1), 105.

Kumar, A., Sehgal, A., Singh, S., Sharma, N., Yadav, S., Rashid, S., Ali, N., et al. (2023). Understanding the mechanistic pathways and clinical aspects associated with protein and gene based biomarkers in breast cancer. International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, Article 126595.

Zheng, M., Kumar, A., Sharma, V., Sehgal, A., Wal, P., Shinde, N. V., Kawaduji, B. S., et al. (2024). Revolutionizing pediatric neuroblastoma treatment: unraveling new molecular targets for precision interventions. Frontiers in Cell and Developmental Biology, 12, Article 1353860.

Kumar, A., Kumar, B., & Bhatia, R. (2023). Design, synthesis, molecular docking, and biological evaluation of isatin-based fused heterocycles as epidermal growth factor receptor inhibitors. Assay and Drug Development Technologies, 21(5), 222–233.

Kumar, A., Narang, R. K., & Bhatia, R. (2023). Recent advancements in NS5B inhibitors (2011–2021): Structural insights, SAR studies and clinical status. Journal of Molecular Structure, 1293, Article 136272.

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)