Asha Binu Raj | Human Resource Management | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc Prof Dr. Asha Binu Raj | Human Resource Management | Best Researcher Award

National Institute of Bank Management (NIBM), Pune, India

Author Profile

🎓 Early Academic Pursuits

Dr. Asha Binu Raj’s academic journey reflects her unwavering commitment to the field of Human Resource Management (HRM) and Organizational Behaviour (OB). Her foundational years were marked by a deep interest in human psychology, leadership dynamics, and organizational ethics. This early passion led her to pursue advanced education and training in management, culminating in a distinguished career spanning over 22 years. She has since evolved into a dynamic academician and researcher, equipping herself with a strong theoretical and conceptual grounding in HRM and OB, while simultaneously nurturing a keen eye for practical applications and transformative teaching strategies.

💼 Professional Endeavors

Currently serving as an Associate Professor at the National Institute of Bank Management (NIBM), Pune, Dr. Raj has previously held influential positions in both academia and the corporate world. Her professional experience encompasses:

  • 13+ years in academia, teaching in Ph.D., MBA, and BBA programs with a focus on HRM, OB, leadership, and employer branding.

  • 8+ years of corporate experience in talent acquisition and consulting, where she honed her expertise in organizational dynamics and recruitment strategies.

Her work in designing and conducting Management Development Programs (MDPs) and Faculty Development Programs (FDPs) for organizations such as DRDO, Aurobindo Pharma, and major public and private banks showcases her blend of academic rigor and industry relevance. Through innovative course designs and high-impact training modules, she consistently bridges the gap between theory and practice.

📘 Contributions and Research Focus

Dr. Raj’s research contributions span an array of contemporary HR domains, including:

  • Employer Branding and Internal Branding

  • Talent Acquisition and Employee Engagement

  • Organizational Citizenship Behaviour (OCB)

  • Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)

  • Corporate Governance and Employee Wellbeing

She has presented papers at numerous national and international conferences, authored articles in ABDC (A, B, and C category) journals, and published in reputed indexing platforms such as SCOPUS, Web of Science, EBSCO, ProQuest, and CiteWeb. Her research is not only academically rich but also focused on real-world challenges facing modern organizations.

Notably, she developed elective courses like “Employer Branding” (IBS, 2022) and “Critical Thinking and Decision Making” (NIBM, 2024). Furthermore, she is pursuing a patent titled “AI-Assisted Leadership in Organizations: Transforming the Future of Management”, demonstrating her forward-thinking approach.

🏆 Accolades and Recognition

Dr. Raj’s career has been punctuated with prestigious accolades, reinforcing her standing as a thought leader in HR:

  1. 🥇 Best Paper Award at SIMS 10th Annual International Research Conference, 2019.

  2. 🥇 Best Paper Award at the International Conference on Business Competitiveness, 2015.

  3. 🎤 Chairperson and Reviewer for international conferences and journals, including Emerald, Inderscience, and Sage.

  4. 🎓 External Ph.D. Examiner for Bharatiyar University and stakeholder panel member at the University of Maryland University College (UMUC).

These achievements underscore her scholarly excellence, international reputation, and consistent contributions to the academic community.

🌍 Impact and Influence

Dr. Raj has left a meaningful impact through her trainings and consultancy projects across sectors, including banking, defense, pharmaceuticals, and government bodies. She has trained professionals from organizations in India and abroad (e.g., EXIM Bank, Bank of Ceylon, Bangladesh Bank, Canara Bank, etc.), instilling leadership, communication, and conflict resolution skills.

Her role in training municipal and panchayat officials in Kerala reflects her dedication to nation-building and grassroots governance 🏛️. Additionally, her webinars during the COVID-19 crisis helped professionals navigate disruption and change management 🌀—showcasing her adaptability and thought leadership during critical times.

🌟 Legacy and Future Contributions

With a rare combination of academic depth, corporate insight, and social sensitivity, Dr. Asha Binu Raj continues to inspire peers and students alike. Her legacy lies in:

  • Shaping future HR professionals with critical thinking and ethical values.

  • Promoting research-based pedagogy and evidence-driven decision-making.

  • Encouraging employer branding and wellbeing as strategic priorities in today’s organizations.

Looking ahead, her ongoing work in AI-led leadership transformation, competency mapping, and consultancy projects position her as a pioneer in digital-era HRM 🤖📈. With her innovative mindset, empathetic teaching style, and unwavering dedication, she is set to further influence academic thought and industrial practice for years to come.

Notable Publications 

    1. Title: Internal branding and technostress among employees: The mediation role of employee wellbeing and moderating effects of digital internal communication
      Authors: Asha Binu Raj; Ashok Kumar Goute
      Journal: Acta Psychologica
      Year: 2025

    2. Title: Workplace spirituality and job satisfaction among teachers: Influence of well-being and spiritual leadership
      Authors: Asha Binu Raj; Pallawi Ambreesh; Nitya Nand Tripathi; Anusha Ambreesh Kumar
      Journal: International Journal of Educational Management
      Year: 2023

    3. Title: Building corporate reputation through corporate social responsibility: The mediation role of employer branding
      Authors: Asha Binu Raj; Akbar Jan N.; Subramani A.K.
      Journal: International Journal of Social Economics
      Year: 2022

    4. Title: Internal branding, employees’ brand commitment and moderation role of transformational leadership: An empirical study in Indian telecommunication context
      Author: Asha Binu Raj
      Journal: Asia-Pacific Journal of Business Administration
      Year: 2022

    5. Title: Do employees’ salaries and board of director’s remuneration impact gold demand?: An empirical study
      Authors: Nitya Nand Tripathi; Asha Binu Raj; Aviral Kumar Tiwari
      Journal: Resources Policy
      Year: 2022

Vijayakumar TM | Clinical Pharmacy | Best Academic Researcher Award

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Dr.Vijayakumar TM | Clinical Pharmacy | Best Academic Researcher Award

Department of Pharmacy Practice, SRM College of Pharmacy, India

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🌱 Early Academic Pursuits

Dr. T.M. Vijayakumar's journey in the field of pharmacy and healthcare began with a strong academic foundation rooted in Tamil Nadu, India. His Higher Secondary Education (2002) and SSLC Public Examination (2000) results—86.5% and 88.2% respectively—reflect his consistent academic excellence 📚. His passion for pharmacy was further strengthened when he completed his Bachelor of Pharmacy from Annamalai University in 2006 with a commendable OGPA of 8.07. Following this, he pursued his Master of Pharmacy (Pharmacy Practice) at the prestigious J.S.S. College of Pharmacy, where he graduated in 2009 with an impressive 80.5% 🎓.

His academic journey culminated in a Ph.D. (Full-Time) in Pharmacy Practice from SRM College of Pharmacy, SRM Institute of Science and Technology, where he was awarded the distinction of "Highly Recommended Thesis" in 2015. He also successfully completed the AHLS certification from the University of Arizona, USA in 2016 🌎.

👨‍⚕️ Professional Endeavors

Dr. Vijayakumar’s professional career spans over 13 years and 6 months post-postgraduate experience in academia and research. He serves as the Professor and Head of the Department of Pharmacy Practice at SRM College of Pharmacy, SRM Institute of Science and Technology. His core teaching areas include Pharmacotherapeutics, Clinical Pharmacy Practice, Hospital & Community Pharmacy, and Pharmacoepidemiology and Pharmacoeconomics 💊.

His academic responsibilities go beyond teaching, encompassing research guidance for Pharm.D, B.Pharm, M.Pharm, and Ph.D. scholars, design of patient documentation tools, bedside teaching, and emergency care instruction. Dr. Vijayakumar also leads in health awareness programs, hospital ward round scheduling, and conducting clinical trials in collaboration with both national and international pharmaceutical firms 🏥.

🔬 Contributions and Research Focus

Dr. Vijayakumar is a prolific researcher whose work significantly contributes to the advancement of pharmacy practice in India and globally. He played a pivotal role in a ₹13.5 crore DST-funded project for establishing a National Facility for Clinical Trials. Additionally, he successfully led consultancy-based clinical trials worth ₹37.14 lakhs, partnering with renowned firms like Apex Laboratories, MMC Pharmaceuticals, Himalaya Drug Company, and RedHill Biopharma 💼.

His research article titled “Duration of Seroprotection of the Live Attenuated SA-14-14-2 Japanese Encephalitis Vaccine in Children in India”, published in the Journal of Travel Medicine (Oxford Press), boasts an exceptional impact factor of 39.194, underscoring the relevance of his research in global healthcare 🌐.

Dr. Vijayakumar has also published articles in Nature-indexed journals and collaborated internationally, contributing significantly to the global knowledge pool in pharmaceutical sciences 📈.

🏆 Accolades and Recognition

Dr. Vijayakumar's scholarly excellence and professional integrity have earned him numerous accolades. Notably:

  • Dr. P.D. Sethi Award for Best Research Paper (2020) 🥇

  • Outstanding Reviewer Award from Indian Heart Journal (Elsevier) in 2021 🌟

These recognitions reflect his commitment to quality research, academic peer review, and contribution to medical literature.

🌍 Impact and Influence

Dr. Vijayakumar’s influence extends beyond the academic setting. He established a Drug Information and Patient Counseling Centre at SRM Medical College Hospital and Research Centre, providing crucial pharmaceutical guidance to patients and healthcare professionals alike 💬. Through pharmacovigilance, drug and poison information services, and counseling on drug usage and lifestyle changes, he has directly impacted patient outcomes and public health education.

His mentorship of students and leadership in clinical research trials have positioned him as a key contributor to India’s clinical trial infrastructure and a visionary in pharmacy education 👨‍🏫.

🔮 Legacy and Future Contributions

Dr. T.M. Vijayakumar is not just a professor but a trailblazer in pharmacy practice. His legacy lies in the students he has mentored, the institutions he has strengthened, and the healthcare systems he continues to innovate. His vision for the future includes advancing clinical pharmacy education, fostering interdisciplinary collaborations, and strengthening India’s global research presence 🌏.

With his ongoing involvement in policy-making, curriculum development, and international research partnerships, Dr. Vijayakumar is set to leave a lasting impact on the next generation of pharmacy professionals and healthcare delivery models in India 🧪👨‍🔬.

Notable Publications 

Title: Duration of seroprotection of the live attenuated SA-14-14-2 Japanese encephalitis vaccine in children in India
Authors: L. Preethi, M. S. Alina, Lakshmi Chandran, S. Asvin, M. Jagadeesan, T. M. Vijayakumar, V. Chitra, Ashok Kumar Pandey, Mahendra M. Reddy, Brij Ranjan Misra, Rajni Kant, Prudhvi Lal Bhukya, Gururaj Rao Deshpande, Priya Abraham, Gajanan Sapkal, Kamran Zaman
Journal: Journal of Travel Medicine, 2022

Title: Functional and Structural Impact of Deleterious Missense Single Nucleotide Polymorphisms in the NR3C1, CYP3A5, and TNF-α Genes: An In Silico Analysis
Authors: Navakanth Raju Ramayanam, Ranjani Manickam, Vijayakumar Thangavel Mahalingam, Khang Wen Goh, Chrismawan Ardianto, Poovi Ganesan, Long Chiau Ming, Rajanandh Muhasaparur Ganesan
Journal: Biomolecules, 2022

Title: Level of adherence to anti-tubercular treatment among drug-sensitive tuberculosis patients on a newly introduced daily dose regimen in South India: A cross-sectional study
Authors: Thamineni R., Peraman R., Chenniah J., Meka G., Munagala A. K., Vijayakumar T. M., Ganesan R. M.
Journal: Tropical Medicine & International Health, 2022

Title: In-silico comparison of cytochrome P450 inhibitory and dopaminergic activity of Piperine, Curcumin and Capsaicin
Authors: Pradeepa B. R., Vijayakumar T. M., Dhivya L. S., Manikandan K.
Journal: Natural Product Research, 2022

Title: NK1 receptor antagonistic effect of 17-trifluoromethyl phenyl trinor prostaglandin F2α on the growth of human breast cancer cell line
Authors: Mayuri M., Krishnamurthy P. T., Vijayakumar T. M.
Journal: Experimental and Molecular Pathology, 2022