Sanjay Gupta | Pharmacology | Research Excellence Award

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Dr. Sanjay Gupta | Pharmacology | Research Excellence Award

Rungta College of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research, India

Dr. Sanjay Kumar Gupta is a senior pharmacology academic and research leader with advanced training in pharmaceutical sciences and extensive experience in teaching, research supervision, and institutional research governance. His research interests span experimental and cardiovascular pharmacology, nanomedicine, wound healing, drug safety, and AI-assisted pharmacological evaluation. He has earned competitive research fellowships, patents, and scholarly recognition for impactful publications and translational innovations, contributing significantly to scientific advancement, interdisciplinary collaboration, and the development of safe and effective therapeutic strategies.

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Prashant Tiwari | Pharmacology | Excellence in Research Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Prashant Tiwari | Pharmacology | Excellence in Research Award

Dayananda Sagar University| India

Dr. Prashant Tiwari is a pharmaceutical scientist and academic specializing in pharmacology, with impactful contributions in neuropharmacology, neurodegenerative disorders, analytical method development, and plant-based therapeutic research. His academic foundation includes advanced qualifications in pharmacy, clinical research, and computational applications, supporting a multidisciplinary research profile. With extensive experience as a faculty member and researcher, he has guided multiple Ph.D. and postgraduate scholars in areas such as Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, drug repurposing, heterocyclic compound synthesis, analytical validation, and formulation development. His scientific output reflects strong research productivity, evidenced by more than 1132 citations, an h-index of 14, an i10-index of 21, and a sustained impact in recent years. He has published peer-reviewed work, developed innovative drug-delivery strategies, and contributed to patents covering microencapsulation, artificial intelligence-based pharmaceutical applications, smart healthcare devices, and phytopharmaceutical compositions. His research interests span neuroprotective mechanisms, AI-assisted drug design, analytical chemistry, phytopharmacology, and preclinical evaluation of novel therapeutic agents. He has also completed multiple national training programs in systematic reviews, ethics in health research, scientific writing, causal inference, Six Sigma, and Good Clinical Practice, strengthening his methodological expertise. Overall, Dr. Tiwari’s work demonstrates a strong commitment to scientific innovation, pharmaceutical education, and translational research.

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Featured Publications

Bhattacharya, K. S., Tiwari, P., & Sahu, P. K. (2018). A review of the phytochemical and pharmacological characteristics of Moringa oleifera. Journal of Pharmaceutical and Bioallied Sciences, 10(1), 181–191. (Cited by: 298)

Mishra, S. K., Tiwari, P., & Prusty, S. K. (2018). Phytochemistry and pharmacology of Tinospora cordifolia: A review. Systematic Reviews in Pharmacy, 9(1), 70–78. (Cited by: 163)

Mishra, S. K., & Tiwari, P. (2017). Phytochemistry and pharmacology of Tinospora cordifolia: A review. Systematic Reviews in Pharmacy, 9(1), 70–78. (Cited by: 163)

Tiwari, P., Dwivedi, S., Singh, M. P., Mishra, R., & Chandy, A. (2013). Basic and modern concepts on cholinergic receptor: A review. Asian Pacific Journal of Tropical Disease, 3(5), 413–420. (Cited by: 126)

Tiwari, P. (2019). Butea monosperma: Phytochemistry and pharmacology. Acta Scientific Pharmaceutical Sciences, 3(4), 19–26. (Cited by: 51)

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.

Chaitali Waghmare | Toxicology | Young Scientist Award

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Ms. Chaitali Waghmare | Toxicology | Young Scientist Award

Shree Dhootapapeshwar Ayurvedic Research Foundation, India

Author Profile

SCOPUS

🎓 EARLY ACADEMIC PURSUITS

Ms. Chaitali Shashikant Waghmare began her academic journey in pharmaceutical sciences, earning her Bachelor’s in Pharmacy, followed by a Master’s in Pharmacology from Pune, Maharashtra. Her foundational academic training laid the groundwork for a focused career in experimental pharmacology and toxicological evaluation within the Ayurvedic pharmaceutical domain.

🏢 PROFESSIONAL ENDEAVORS

Since 2021, Ms. Waghmare has served as a Research Officer at Shree Dhootapapeshwar Ayurvedic Research Foundation, Panvel. Her role involves methodical and regulatory preclinical assessments of Ayurvedic formulations through standardized animal models and pharmacokinetic analysis. Her dedication to scientific rigor bridges the ancient science of Ayurveda with modern pharmacological principles.

📚 CONTRIBUTIONS AND RESEARCH FOCUS IN TOXICOLOGY

Ms. Waghmare’s core research revolves around Pharmacology and Toxicology, particularly focusing on acute, sub-acute, and chronic toxicity studies, as well as bioavailability studies using experimental rats. Her work provides vital data for target organ toxicity evaluation, supporting the translational movement from preclinical testing to clinical trial phases in Ayurvedic medicine development.

🏅 ACADEMIC CITATIONS, ACCOLADES AND RECOGNITION

Ms. Waghmare has authored four research articles, published in reputed journals including:

  • Journal of Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine

  • Journal of Pharmacopuncture

  • International Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences

  • International Journal of Ayurvedic Medicine

Her scholarly output has achieved a Research Interest Score of 6.7, with 4 citations and an h-index of 1, indicating a growing influence in the fields of Ayurvedic pharmacology and toxicology.

🌍 IMPACT AND INFLUENCE

Her efforts contribute to strengthening evidence-based Ayurveda by ensuring safety, efficacy, and quality through validated toxicological protocols. This fosters greater global acceptance and integration of Ayurvedic medicines in mainstream healthcare. She plays a pivotal role in creating safer therapeutic profiles for herbal compounds.

🧭 LEGACY AND FUTURE CONTRIBUTIONS

Ms. Waghmare aspires to further scientific validation of Ayurvedic pharmacology by developing standardized toxicity profiling frameworks and promoting interdisciplinary research combining modern techniques and traditional knowledge. Her future vision includes contributing to national and international regulatory guidelines for herbal drug safety.

 ✅CONCLUSION

With a sharp research acumen, growing publication footprint, and a focused commitment to Ayurvedic toxicology, Ms. Chaitali Shashikant Waghmare emerges as a promising early-career researcher. Her role as a Research Officer aligns with the mission of integrating traditional systems of medicine with scientific evaluation — a vision crucial for global health advancement.

🔬NOTABLE PUBLICATION:

Tapas Sar | Pharmacology | Pioneer Researcher Award

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Prof. Tapas Sar | Pharmacology | Pioneer Researcher Award

West Bengal University of Animal and Fishery Sciences, India

Author Profile

SCOPUS

🎓 EARLY ACADEMIC PURSUITS

Dr. Tapas Kumar Sar demonstrated academic brilliance from an early age, earning National Scholarships from Class VIII through his undergraduate education. He completed his Bachelor’s in Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry (BVSc&AH) in 1997, followed by a Master’s (M.V.Sc.) in Veterinary Pharmacology & Toxicology in 2000. His Ph.D. (2004) at West Bengal University of Animal and Fishery Sciences focused on the disposition kinetics of ceftriaxone in goats, including interactions with herbal drugs like Fibrosin®. He qualified NET in 2001, showcasing his foundational excellence in veterinary pharmacology.

🏢 PROFESSIONAL ENDEAVORS

Dr. Sar’s professional journey spans over 25 years in Veterinary Pharmacology and Toxicology. Starting as a Lecturer and rising to Professor at West Bengal University of Animal and Fishery Sciences, he has contributed extensively in teaching, research, and mentoring. He has also worked with Birsa Agricultural University, Amrit Feeds Ltd., and Shalimar Hatcheries Ltd., combining academic leadership with industrial insight.

  • Guided 6 Ph.D. and 10 Master’s scholars

  • Major advisory role in postgraduate committees

  • Taught and mentored veterinary science students since 2007

📚 CONTRIBUTIONS AND RESEARCH FOCUS IN PHARMACOLOGY

Dr. Sar has specialized in toxicokinetics, pharmacokinetics, and drug-herb interactions with an emphasis on antibiotic resistance, mastitis therapy, and environmental toxicology in livestock.

Key Areas:

  • Pharmacokinetics of antibiotics (Ceftriaxone, Ceftizoxime)

  • Herbal-drug interactions and complementary therapies

  • Residue monitoring in milk and meat

  • Development of safer alternatives to combat antimicrobial resistance (AMR)

  • Toxicokinetics of environmental pollutants (pesticides, herbicides)

🏅 ACADEMIC CITATIONS, ACCOLADES AND RECOGNITION

Dr. Sar has published over 40+ high-impact research papers, with citations in Scopus, PubMed, and Web of Science-indexed journals like:

  • Journal of Agricultural & Food Chemistry (ACS)

  • Scientific Reports (Nature Group)

  • Phytomedicine Plus (Elsevier)

  • The Veterinary Journal

  • Letters in Applied Microbiology

📘 Books & Chapters:

  • Editor and contributor to “Mastitis: Symptoms, Triggers and Treatments” (Nova Science, USA)

  • Chapters in Veterinary Pharmacology & Toxicology (Kalyani Publishers)

🏅 Recognitions:

  • World Research Fellow – London (2025)

  • India’s Best Doctor Award – Medical Innovation (2025)

  • Young Scientist Award (2002, 2017)

  • Best Faculty Award – IPS WB Branch

  • Best Research Presentation Awards – Multiple Conferences

🌍 IMPACT AND INFLUENCE

His work has not only contributed academically but also influenced policy, animal health practices, and antimicrobial stewardship. Dr. Sar’s studies have been featured in global surveillance platforms like:

  • Stewardship/Resistance Scan (2018)

  • ASP Scan Weekly (2018)

His innovative use of polyherbal drugs to mitigate AMR has been a paradigm shift in sustainable veterinary practices.

🧭 LEGACY AND FUTURE CONTRIBUTIONS

With two patents (GoI) under processing and a German utility patent granted in 2022, Dr. Sar continues to innovate in:

  • Herbal therapeutic development

  • Veterinary drug safety protocols

  • Eco-friendly antimicrobial strategies

As a Bentham Science Ambassador, Associate Editor, and active editorial board member, he fosters global scholarly collaboration and mentors future pharmacologists.

 ✅CONCLUSION

Dr. Tapas Kumar Sar stands as a veteran scholar, impactful researcher, and visionary educator in veterinary pharmacology. His pioneering work on herbal drug interactions, AMR reduction, and livestock toxicology has left a lasting impression on both national and international veterinary science communities. His academic rigor, innovative outlook, and societal contributions make him a torchbearer of pharmacological excellence and sustainable animal health.

🔬NOTABLE PUBLICATION:

Pharmacokinetics and residues of florfenicol in Nile tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus) post‑oral gavage
Authors: Avishek Bardhan, Thangapalam Jawahar Abraham, Tapas Kumar Sar, Ravindran Rajisha, Satyen Kumar Panda, Prasanna Kumar Patil
Journal: Environmental Toxicology and Pharmacology
Year: 2024

Raw Ocimum sanctum L. leaf extract modulates the pharmacokinetic of ceftriaxone and increases its bioavailability in staphylococcal mastitis
Authors: Jeevan Ranjan Dash, Tapas Kumar Sar, Indranil Samanta, Tapan Kumar Mandal
Journal: Indian Journal of Pharmacology
Year: 2024

Histopathological aberrations and oxidative stress responses in Nile tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus) as influenced by dietary florfenicol and its metabolites
Authors: Avishek Bardhan, Thangapalam Jawahar Abraham, Jasmine Singha, Tapas Kumar Sar, Ravindran Rajisha, Edaparambil Krishnappan Nanitha Krishna, Kesavan Ashok Kumar, Prasanna Kumar Patil
Journal: Aquaculture
Year: 2022

Enhanced plasma persistence of ceftriaxone following single intramuscular injection with prior oral dosing of a mammary protective commercial herbal drug as complementary therapy
Authors: Tapas Kumar Sar, Rinku Buragohain, Rabindra Nath Hansda, Tapan Kumar Mandal
Journal: Phytomedicine Plus
Year: 2022