Qiuping Wang | Environmental Engineering | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Qiuping Wang | Environmental Engineering | Best Researcher Award

Tongji university | China

Qiuping Wang is a distinguished Ph.D. candidate at the College of Civil Engineering, Tongji University, under the guidance of Prof. Shuguang Liu, with a strong academic record. She earned her Master’s degree in Aquaculture from South China Agricultural University and her Bachelor’s degree in Aquaculture from Beibu Gulf University, establishing a solid foundation in environmental and aquatic sciences. Her research integrates civil engineering, environmental science, and computational approaches, focusing on water distribution networks, pipeline integrity, risk assessment under ground settlement, and the environmental impacts of nanoplastics. Her academic impact is reflected in 65 citations across 65 documents, 11 published documents, and an h-index of 3, underscoring the significance of her contributions to both engineering and environmental research. Qiuping has an extensive publication record with significant citations, contributing to high-impact research on automatic image analysis of water pipes, machine learning for pipeline predictive analysis, and risk assessment of coastal city water networks. She has also investigated the neurotoxicity and hepatotoxicity of polystyrene nanoplastics and polybrominated diphenyl ethers in aquatic organisms, including zebrafish, Hainan Medaka, and grass carp, addressing critical ecological and toxicological challenges. Her studies include microplastic distribution in freshwater sediments, pollutant interactions, and effects on gut microbiota and oxidative stress in aquatic species. Her research has been published in top-tier journals and presented at international conferences such as the International Ocean and Polar Engineering Conference. By combining experimental techniques, computational modeling, and interdisciplinary approaches, Qiuping develops innovative solutions in water infrastructure management, environmental protection, and aquatic toxicology. Fluent in Chinese and English, she continues to make impactful contributions to sustainable engineering, environmental science, and the understanding of microplastic pollution, bridging practical applications with fundamental research in aquatic ecosystems and civil infrastructure.

Featured Publications

  • Wang, Q., Lei, L., Liu, S., et al. (2025). A method for improving the efficiency and effectiveness of automatic image analysis of water pipes.

  • Chen, R., Wang, Q., & Javanmardi, A. (2025). A review of the application of machine learning for pipeline integrity predictive analysis in water distribution networks. Archives of Computational Methods in Engineering, 32(6), 3821–3849.

  • Wang, Q., Liu, S., Zhong, G., et al. (2024). Risk assessment methods for water supply pipeline networks in coastal cities under ground settlement: A case study in Shanghai. International Ocean and Polar Engineering Conference, Greece.

  • Wang, Q., Chen, G., Tian, L., et al. (2023). Neuro- and hepato-toxicity of polystyrene nanoplastics and polybrominated diphenyl ethers on early life stages of zebrafish.

  • Wang, Q., Huang, K., Li, Y., et al. (2022). Microplastics abundance, distribution, and composition in freshwater and sediments from the largest Xijin Wetland Park, Nanning, South China.

  • Wang, Q., Li, Y., Chen, Y., et al. (2022). Toxic effects of polystyrene nanoplastics and polybrominated diphenyl ethers to zebrafish (Danio rerio).

 

Muhammad Sheraj | Heterocyclic Molecules | Young Scientist Award

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Mr. Muhammad Sheraj | Heterocyclic Molecules | Young Scientist Award

Banaras Hindu University | India

Mr. Muhammad Sheraj is a senior research scholar pursuing a Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry at Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, with a focus on exploring weak non-covalent interactions through the design of flexible heterocyclic molecules. His research spans diverse applications, including drug delivery systems, molecular sensors for ions and biomolecules, self-assembled nanomaterials, supramolecular catalysis, and materials science such as hydrogels and liquid crystals. He also works in medicinal chemistry, designing potential lead molecules using computer-aided drug design, followed by synthesis and biological evaluation. He holds an M.Sc. and B.Sc. in Chemistry from Banaras Hindu University and has qualified the CSIR Junior Research Fellowship and the GATE examination in Chemistry, demonstrating a strong academic foundation. He is skilled in synthesizing heterocyclic organic molecules through one-pot and multi-step methodologies, purifying compounds using column chromatography, and elucidating structures via NMR and HRMS. His expertise extends to spectroscopic techniques including UV, fluorescence, IR, and Raman, crystallization methods, single-crystal X-ray diffraction analysis using OLEX software, and computational studies with Gaussian software. He is also experienced in scientific writing and mentoring junior researchers. Sheraj has contributed to high-impact publications, including studies on DPP-4 inhibitors and ultrasound-assisted ring opening of epoxides in the Journal of Molecular Structure. He has actively presented his work at national and international conferences, including the International Conference on Chemistry for Sustainability at IIT Hyderabad and the Brainstorming Meeting on Chemistry at the Interface at BHU. Recognized for his service as an evaluator for the National Camp of Vidyarthi Vigyan Manthan organized by Vijnana Bharti, he combines a strong academic and research foundation with practical experience in supramolecular chemistry, organic synthesis, and interdisciplinary applications in materials and medicinal chemistry.

Featured Publications

  • Kumar, V., Nidhar, M., Sheraj, M., Sharma, V. P., Gupta, P., Singh, R. K., & Tewari, A. K. (2025). Designing DPP-4 inhibitors: Synthesis, characterization, in silico & in vitro evaluation, and theoretical calculation of flexible compounds linked via ortho xylyl spacers. Journal of Molecular Structure, 142599.

  • Sharma, V. P., Nidhar, M., Sheraj, M., Kumar, V., Sonker, P., Patel, A., Gill, S., Sura, S., & Tewari, A. K. (2024). Ultrasound-assisted ring opening of epoxides in HFIP: THF: Synthesis, characterization, computational studies and molecular docking of novel 2-hydroxy dithiocarbamates. Journal of Molecular Structure, 1318, 139212.

Rakesh Kumar Verma | Organic Synthesis | Young Scientist Award

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Mr. Rakesh Kumar Verma | Organic Synthesis | Young Scientist Award

Banaras Hindu University | India

Mr. Rakesh Kumar Verma is a doctoral researcher in Chemistry at Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, specializing in organic synthesis with a focus on developing dearomative strategies for constructing carbocyclic and heterocyclic frameworks. His Ph.D. research, conducted under the guidance of Dr. Kishor Chandra Bharadwaj, integrates innovative synthetic methodologies to advance the field of organic chemistry. Prior to his doctoral studies, he earned a Master of Science in Organic Chemistry from the University of Rajasthan with a strong academic record and a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, Botany, and Zoology from the same university. Rakesh has successfully qualified the CSIR-NET/JRF examination in Chemistry, reflecting his solid academic foundation, and has been awarded both Junior and Senior Research Fellowships to support his doctoral pursuits. His expertise is further enriched through active participation in professional development activities, including a Faculty Development Program on techniques used in Organic Chemistry organized by Navrachana University, Vadodara. Committed to scientific dissemination, he has presented his work at several national and international conferences and contributed to reputed journals. He co-authored research on the “Chemo-selective Intramolecular Rauhut-Currier Reaction” in the European Journal of Organic Chemistry and another on “Domino Sequence of Ketimization and Electrophilic Amination” in the Journal of Organic Chemistry. With a strong academic background, hands-on research experience, and active engagement in collaborative science, Rakesh is emerging as a promising organic chemist dedicated to advancing sustainable methodologies in synthetic chemistry.

Featured Publications

Verma, R. K., Bairwa, M., & Bharadwaj, K. C. (2024). Chemo selective intramolecular Rauhut–Currier reaction on a labile framework of enone and acrylamide: Tricyclohexylphosphine as a stable and economical catalyst. European Journal of Organic Chemistry, 2024(27), e202400901.

Bairwa, M., Verma, R. K., & Bharadwaj, K. C. (2024). Domino sequence of ketimization and electrophilic amination for an inverse aza intramolecular Morita–Baylis–Hillman adduct. Journal of Organic Chemistry, 89(35), 14811–14817.

Arpita Maurya | Polymer Material | Young Scientist Award

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Ms. Arpita Maurya | Polymer Material | Young Scientist Award

Banaras Hindu University | India

Ms. Arpita Maurya is a Ph.D. student in the Department of Chemistry, Institute of Science, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, specializing in the design and synthesis of conjugated polymer frameworks for electrocatalytic applications. Her doctoral research focuses on engineering functional monomers and their polymerization to develop conjugated polymer networks for energy-related processes, particularly the hydrogen evolution reaction (HER), oxygen evolution reaction (OER), and oxygen reduction reaction (ORR). She completed her M.Sc. in Chemistry with a specialization in Physical Chemistry from Banaras Hindu University, where she secured, and a B.Sc. in Physical Science from Veer Bahadur Singh Purvanchal University Arpita has qualified for prestigious competitive examinations including CSIR-NET (JRF, and she is the recipient of a Senior Research Fellowship from the University Grants Commission. Her research experience is strongly supported by expertise in advanced instrumental techniques, including FT-IR, NMR, TGA, SEM, TEM, XRD, UV-Vis, electrochemical analyzers, XPS, and DFT calculations, along with proficiency in handling Schlenk line techniques for air- and moisture-sensitive reactions. She has authored and co-authored several publications in reputed journals such as ACS Applied Energy Materials and ACS Applied Polymer Materials, with her contributions highlighting advances in polymer-based electrocatalysts, photoluminescence tuning, light-harvesting systems, and photocatalysis. She has also presented her work at national and international platforms, including the National Symposium on Chemistry at the Interface (BHU) and the European Polymer Congress (EPF Groningen). With 2 citations by 2 documents, 4 documents, and an h-index of 1, Arpita is emerging as a promising researcher. Fluent in Hindi and English, she demonstrates strong analytical and problem-solving skills, a positive outlook, and collaborative spirit, while actively contributing to innovative research in sustainable electrocatalytic applications under the guidance of Prof. Biplab Kumar Kuila at BHU.

Featured Publications

  • Maurya, A., Singh, P., Gupta, N., Anamika, Dixit, M., & Kuila, B. K. (under revision). Engineering triazine-based conjugated polymer network for boosting electro-catalytic hydrogen evolution reaction. ACS Applied Energy Materials.

  • Anamika, Gupta, N., Sharma, D., Maurya, A., Kumar, A., Jou, J. H., & Kuila, B. K. (2025). Side chain polarity-dependent photoluminescence and deep blue electroluminescence in fluorene-based conjugated polymer network. ACS Applied Polymer Materials, 7(9), 5672–5683.

  • Gupta, N., Anamika, Maurya, A., Hazra, S., Pal, B. N., & Kuila, B. K. (2025). Efficient photoinduced charge transfer between linear conjugated polymer and polymer network for light harvesting application. ACS Applied Polymer Materials, 7(10), 5874–5883.

  • Anamika, Gupta, N., Maurya, A., & Kuila, B. K. (2025). Highly fluorescent conjugated polymer network as reversible and colorimetric probe for ultrafast detection of BF3 and amine. ACS Applied Polymer Materials, 7(4), 2584–2594.

  • Laxmi, R., Anshuman, Gupta, N., Anamika, Maurya, A., Behere, P. R., Sharma, R., Maiti, B., & Kuila, B. K. (2024). Fluorene and triazine-based conjugated polymer networks with tuned frontier orbital energy levels for improving organic photocatalysis. ACS Applied Polymer Materials, 6(24), 15136–15149.

 

Shalinee Dubey | Energy Conversion | Young Scientist Award

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Dr. Shalinee Dubey | Energy Conversion | Young Scientist Award

Banaras Hindu University | India

Dr. Shalinee Dubey is a dedicated research scholar at the Department of Chemistry, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, focusing on materials chemistry, electrocatalysis, and energy storage. Her research aims to develop innovative electrocatalysts for sustainable energy conversion, integrating advanced nanomaterials with electrochemical applications. She has contributed to the synthesis and characterization of various functional materials using techniques including FESEM, TEM, HR-TEM, XRD, Raman spectroscopy, IR spectroscopy, BET analysis, XPS, and electrochemical studies such as Mott-Schottky analysis, Tauc plots, EIS spectra, and cyclic voltammetry. Shalinee has hands-on experience with instrumentation including Pinewave Vertex200, CHI660C, and various furnaces under inert atmospheres, along with proficiency in software packages such as Origin, ChemDraw, Mendeley, Zsimpwin, and Fortran 90. She has guided a master’s student on the microwave-assisted synthesis of γ-Fe₂O₃ nanoparticles for electrocatalytic applications and has published research in high-impact journals including the Journal of the Indian Chemical Society, International Journal of Hydrogen Energy, and ACS Applied Energy Materials, with additional manuscripts under review. She has presented her work at multiple national and international conferences, demonstrating her commitment to knowledge dissemination and collaboration. Shalinee’s academic foundation includes an M.Sc. in Chemistry from BHU and a B.Sc. in Physical Science from Veer Bahadur Singh Purvanchal University, complemented by competitive qualifications including IIT-JAM, GATE, and UGC-NET/JRF. Recognized for her analytical approach, positive attitude, teamwork, and dedication to staying updated with scientific developments, she actively contributes to advancing sustainable energy research through innovative material design and electrocatalytic applications, bridging fundamental science with practical energy solutions.

Featured Publications

  • Pandey, S., Rathour, V., Singh, S., Singh, V., Tiwari, A., Dubey, S., et al. (2025). Hydrothermal synthesis of Co3O4@soybean-derived carbon for sensitive electrochemical detection of chloramphenicol in food products. Journal of the Indian Chemical Society, 101964.

  • Pandey, J., Basu, S., Dubey, S., et al. (2025). Improved electrocatalytic performance of delaminated-MXene and cobalt ferrite nanocomposite for hydrogen evolution in acidic medium. International Journal of Hydrogen Energy.

  • Pandey, S., Dubey, S., et al. (2025). Vanadium-doped FeNiSe4 as a high-performance oxygen evolution electrocatalyst: Synergistic effects of Se-Ni-Fe hybridization and vanadium-induced electronic modulation. ACS Applied Energy Materials.

 

Shakti Prasad Sethi | Instrumenation | Young Scientist Award

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Dr. Shakti Prasad Sethi | Instrumentation| Young Scientist Award

University of Liverpool India | India

Dr. Shakti Prasad Sethi is an Assistant Professor at the School of Artificial Intelligence, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Coimbatore, India, and an Honorary Research Fellow at the Department of Physics, University of Liverpool, U.K. He specializes in signal processing, instrumentation, and machine learning, with extensive experience in plasma diagnostics, beam instrumentation, and data-driven modeling. His research focuses on monitoring and fault diagnosis of transferred arc plasma using advanced signal processing and deep learning techniques, implementing optical emission spectroscopy for plasma characterization, and developing AI-based solutions for high-intensity particle beams. He completed his PhD at the Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research (AcSIR), with laboratory work at CSIR-Institute of Minerals and Materials Technology, Bhubaneswar, India, and holds a master’s degree in Communication System Engineering and a bachelor’s in Electronics and Communication Engineering. Shakti has held positions as Postdoctoral Research Associate at the University of Liverpool, Assistant Professor at Chandigarh University, and CSIR research fellow, contributing to projects involving machine learning for sensor failure accommodation, plasma parameter monitoring, and classification of operating conditions. He has authored multiple publications in international journals including IEEE Transactions on Plasma Science, Review of Scientific Instruments, and preprints in Vacuum, and has presented at international conferences and workshops. Skilled in Python, MATLAB, SQL, LabVIEW, COMSOL, and CST Microwave Studio, he also has experience in cloud platforms and data acquisition systems. Shakti is a reviewer for reputed journals, a STEM ambassador, and a life member of the Plasma Science Society of India and the Power Beam Society of India. His professional endeavors bridge theoretical research with practical instrumentation solutions, advancing AI-driven diagnostics and monitoring in plasma science and beam instrumentation. Outside academia, he enjoys playing cricket, cycling, cooking, and music, and has collaborated with institutions including CERN and the University of Liverpool.

Featured Publications

  • Sethi, S. P., Das, D. P., & Behera, S. K. (2023). Cathode position detection in a transferred arc plasma using artificial neural network. IEEE Transactions on Plasma Science.

  • Sethi, S. P., Das, D. P., Behera, S. K., & Ray, N. (2023). Instability and fault analysis of arc plasma using advanced signal processing methods. Review of Scientific Instruments.

  • Sethi, S. P., Das, D. P., & Behera, S. K. (2023). Monitoring of arc plasma process parameter using CNN-based deep learning algorithm to accommodate sensor failure. IEEE Transactions on Plasma Science.

  • Singh, A. P., Rahi, P., & Sethi, S. P. (2023). Cell counting based on image processing for the detection of cancer clumps. In 2023 International Conference on Computing, Communication, and Intelligent Systems (ICCCIS).

 

Chandan Saha | Electrochemical Sensors | Young Scientist Award

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Mr. Chandan Saha | Electrochemical Sensors | Young Scientist Award

University of Johannesburg | South Africa

Mr. Chandan Saha is a PhD researcher in Nanotechnology at the University of Johannesburg, with expertise in biomedical engineering, electrochemical sensors, and organic–inorganic hybrid materials for sensing and energy storage. His research focuses on electrochemical paper-based devices, extended-gate field-effect transistor (EGFET) sensors, and IoT-enabled platforms for neurotransmitter detection, integrating advanced materials with innovative electronic systems. During his undergraduate studies in Biomedical Engineering at North Eastern Hill University, he developed an AI-based liver and tumor segmentation tool to assist in biopsy and radiofrequency ablation planning. At the master’s level, he worked on photocatalytic dye degradation using hydrothermally synthesized metal oxide nanoparticles and electrochemical pesticide detection, culminating in a review article published in Springer. His PhD research includes sensor fabrication, supercapacitor material synthesis and characterization, dielectric studies, and hydrogen evolution reaction investigations. Chandan has co-supervised a master’s student and authored over twenty publications, including ten as first author, demonstrating his strong contribution to electrochemical sensing and energy storage research. His recent projects involve non-enzymatic glucose sensors, dopamine detection platforms, and hybrid supercapacitors for low-frequency waveform applications. He is skilled in operating instruments such as Hioki LCR meter, Biologic SP-300, Tchmize TH1992A, Keitheley 2614-B, and Shimadzu UV-1800. With a solid foundation in both theoretical and practical aspects of nanotechnology and biomedical engineering, Chandan is committed to advancing sensor technologies and energy storage solutions. His multidisciplinary expertise, combined with a strong publication record, positions him as an emerging researcher making significant contributions to electrochemical and biomedical applications, bridging material science innovations with practical device engineering. His work is cited by 32 documents, spans 19 publications, and reflects an h-index of 5.

Featured Publications

  • Kumari, P., Ghosh, S. K., Perla, V. K., Saha, C., Singh, H., & Mallick, K. (2024). Harnessing synergies: Gold-polyaniline based symmetric supercapacitor for low-frequency waveform generation. Synthetic Metals, 307, 117693.

  • Kumari, P., Perla, V. K., Ghosh, S. K., Saha, C., Kommu, P., & Mallick, K. (2024). Carbon nitride supported ultra-fine bismuth sulfide based supercapacitor for low frequency oscillator application. Journal of Electronic Materials, 53(3), 1498–1507.

  • Saha, C., Kumari, P., Mgenge, L., Ghosh, S., Perla, V., Singh, H., & Mallick, K. (2025). Carbon nitride-supported copper oxide for non-enzymatic glucose sensor: A multi-platform approach utilizing electrochemical, field effect transistor and microcontroller-based IoT systems. IEEE Transactions on NanoBioscience.

  • Saha, C., Ghosh, S. K., Kumari, P., Perla, V. K., Singh, H., & Mallick, K. (2025). Carbon nitride-supported zinc oxide nanocomposite for the electrochemical detection of dopamine and the development of disposable sensors. Electroanalysis, 37(1), e202400236.

  • Kumari, P., Saha, C., Ghosh, S. K., Perla, V. K., Singh, H., & Mallick, K. (2025). UV-assisted synthesis of an Ag-poly (aminosalicylic acid) hybrid system for an asymmetric supercapacitor and its application as a low pass filter. New Journal of Chemistry, 49(1), 234–245.

Olivier Voreux | Mechanics | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Olivier Voreux | Mechanics | Best Researcher Award

ONERA – The French Aerospace Lab | France

Dr. Olivier Voreux is a highly skilled research engineer and Ph.D. in mechanics of materials, currently working at ONERA, the French Aerospace Lab in Châtillon, where he specializes in mechanics and material modeling. His work focuses on the lifetime assessment of thermal barrier coating systems for aeronautical airblades and the mechanical behavior and damage modeling of solid propellants. He completed his doctoral research on high-temperature fatigue crack growth in nickel-based superalloys, developing and calibrating time-incremental fatigue damage models coupled with constitutive equations for predicting high-temperature fatigue and creep-fatigue cracking. His expertise includes non-local modeling for cyclic creep-fatigue-ductile damage, analysis of complex crack growth tests, cyclic and monotonic material behavior, and finite element structural calculations with adaptive remeshing. Olivier gained additional experience during research internships at ArianeGroup, where he analyzed the thermo-mechanical fatigue behavior of rocket engine components, and in mechanical design, developing robotic wheelchair structures. He holds a Ph.D. in mechanics of materials and engineering from École Normale Supérieure Paris-Saclay, a master’s degree in mechanics and physics with a specialization in advanced materials from UTTroyes, and an engineering degree in mechanical engineering with a focus on numerical simulation. Olivier also completed an international exchange program in Finland at Aalto University, further broadening his expertise. He is proficient in a wide range of computational tools and programming languages, including Z-set, Abaqus, SAMCEF, Catia, Creo, Matlab, Mathematica, Python, and C/C++, as well as optimization software such as modeFrontier and Z-SimOpt. Beyond his professional work, Olivier is an avid sports enthusiast, participating in volleyball, running, trail races, cycling, and yoga. He is a passionate musician, playing the trumpet and performing in brass orchestras, and has a long-standing involvement in scouting, including leading humanitarian projects. Olivier is fluent in French, has advanced English skills, and basic German proficiency, combining technical expertise with creativity and a global outlook.

Featured Publications

  • Voreux, O., Feld-Payet, S., Kanouté, P., & Kruch, S. (2025). Towards a comprehensive regularized continuum damage mechanics model for fatigue crack growth. Engineering Fracture Mechanics.

  • Voreux, O. (2022). High temperature fatigue crack growth modeling in nickel-based superalloys using a local approach to fracture. [Dissertation, Université Paris-Saclay].

 

Manisha Nidhar | Pharmaceutical Chemistry | Young Scientist Award

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Dr. Manisha Nidhar | Pharmaceutical Chemistry | Young Scientist Award

Jaipur National University | India

Dr. Manisha Nidhar is an accomplished Associate Professor at the School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Jaipur National University, Jaipur, Rajasthan, specializing in medicinal chemistry, computer-aided drug design, and the synthesis and biological evaluation of bioactive molecules as antidiabetic agents. She has a strong foundation in synthetic organic chemistry and extensive experience in both teaching and research in pharmaceutical sciences. Her doctoral research at Banaras Hindu University focused on designing and synthesizing bioactive compounds, including pyridazine, pyrazole, β-amino carbonyl, and triazole derivatives, as potential DPP-4 inhibitors for type-2 diabetes, combining laboratory synthesis, purification, and characterization with in-silico studies such as molecular docking, molecular dynamics simulations, and ADMET analyses, followed by comprehensive biological evaluation. Dr. Nidhar has contributed significantly to scientific literature, authoring numerous high-impact publications and book chapters, and has actively participated in workshops, conferences, and faculty development programs on drug design, innovative teaching, and research methodologies. She has guided postgraduate students in designing, synthesizing, and evaluating novel antidiabetic compounds and has played key roles in academic committees and collaborative projects. Proficient in computational tools and scientific software including Chemdraw, Schrodinger, Sybyl, and virtual docking platforms, she excels in scientific information retrieval and reference management. Dr. Nidhar is dedicated to advancing pharmaceutical education and research, combining her passion for teaching and pioneering research to address complex therapeutic challenges. She has 61 citations across 53 documents and an h-index of 5.

Featured Publications

  • Nidhar, M., Khanam, S., Sonker, P., Gupta, P., Mahapatra, A., Patil, S., Yadav, B. K., Singh, R. K., & Tewari, A. K. (2022). Click inspired novel pyrazole-triazole-persulfonimide & pyrazole-triazole-aryl derivatives; Design, synthesis, DPP-4 inhibitor with potential anti-diabetic agents. Bioorganic Chemistry, 120, 105586.

  • Nidhar, M., Sonker, P., Sharma, V. P., Kumar, S., & Tewari, A. K. (2022). Design, synthesis, and in-silico & in vitro enzymatic inhibition assays of pyrazole-chalcone derivatives as dual inhibitors of α-amylase & DPP-4 enzyme. Chemical Papers.

  • Singh, V. P., Nidhar, M., Yadav, P., Kumar, R., Sonker, P., & Tewari, A. K. (2022). Design, synthesis, molecular modeling of heterodimer and inhibitors of α-amylase as hypoglycemic agents. Molecular Diversity.

  • Nidhar, M., Kumar, V., Mahapatra, A., Gupta, P., Sonker, P., et al. (2023). Lead modification on sitagliptin via computational studies; Synthesis of pyrazole containing β-amino carbonyls for the treatment of type-2 diabetes. Chemical Biology and Drug Design, 101(3), 638–649.

  • Nidhar, M., Kumar, V., Mahapatra, A., et al. (2023). Ligand-based designing of DPP-4 inhibitors via hybridization; synthesis, docking, and biological evaluation of pyridazine-acetohydrazides. Molecular Diversity, 27, 2729–2740.

 

Pavithran S | Life Science | Young Scientist Award

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Dr. Pavithran S | Life Science | Young Scientist Award

Bharathiar University | India

Dr. Pavithran S is a dedicated researcher in the field of Zoology, specializing in herbal-based therapies, phyto-medicines, bioactive compound isolation, and smart drug delivery systems. He completed his Ph.D. in Zoology with high commendation from Government Arts College, Coimbatore, focusing on the antioxidant, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and wound healing properties of ethanolic leaf, flower, and seed extracts of Lagerstroemia speciosa in albino rats. His academic journey includes master’s and bachelor’s degrees in Zoology, during which he developed strong expertise in phytochemical techniques, biochemical assays, green synthesis of nanoparticles, and animal handling for experimental studies. Dr. Pavithran has made significant contributions through numerous national and international publications, covering topics such as excision wound healing, antimicrobial evaluation, histopathological assessments, and bioactive compound analysis of medicinal plants. He has presented his research widely at conferences and workshops, receiving multiple awards for his work on herbal-based wound healing and anti-inflammatory studies. Beyond research, he is actively involved in mentoring undergraduate and postgraduate students, providing practical demonstrations, and contributing to laboratory management and animal care. His work also extends to ecotoxicological studies, biofertilizer research using medicinal plants, and sustainable agricultural applications. With strong technical skills and a future-focused approach, Dr. Pavithran continues to advance knowledge in pharmacological properties of medicinal plants, innovative drug delivery systems, and sustainable biomedical applications, positioning him as a rising scholar in experimental zoology and herbal therapeutics. He maintains collaborations with senior academics and research institutions, reflecting his commitment to advancing both scientific discovery and practical applications in biomedical research.

Featured Publications

  • Sujatha, P. S., Pavithran, S., & S., P. S. (2024). Wound healing effect of furfural and pentadecanal from Lagerstroemia speciosa (L.) Pers acetone flower extracts against Haemadipsa sylvestris bite. Journal of Advanced Scientific Research, 15(07), 12–15.

  • Pavithran, S., & Sujatha, P. S. (2022). Phyto-pharmacological activities and GC MS studies on ethanolic leaf, flower and seed extracts of Lagerstroemia speciosa (L.) Pers (Lythraceae). European Journal of Biomedical, 9(11), 282–288.

  • Pavithran, S., & Sujatha, P. S. (2022). Evaluation of anti-inflammatory properties of ethanolic leaf, flower and seed extracts of Lagerstroemia speciosa (L.) Pers (Lythraceae) against carrageenan-induced acute … Journal of Advanced Scientific Research, 13(09), 48–53.

  • Sujatha, P. S., Pavithran, S., Ganesan, G., Karthik, M., & Maivizhi, V. (2024). Effects of dietary seed supplementation of Lagerstroemia speciosa on broiler ability to grow and biochemical traits impacted by commercial feed density. Contemporary Research and Perspectives in Biological Science, 2, 1–14.