Assistant Professor, KBC North Maharashtra University
Dr. Kiran Sharad Dalal is an Assistant Professor (Contractual) of Microbiology at the School of Life Sciences, Kavayitri Bahinabai Chaudhari North Maharashtra University, Jalgaon. With a Ph.D. in Microbiology, his research expertise spans biocatalysis, enzyme engineering, biotransformation, fermentation, probiotics, and green chemistry. He has extensive teaching and research experience, along with industrial exposure in quality control. Dr. Dalal has authored several international publications and book chapters and holds a patent. He has received prestigious fellowships and travel grants for international conferences. His commitment to scientific innovation and academic excellence continues to shape his contributions to microbiology.
Profile
Scholar
🎓 Education
Dr. Kiran Dalal earned his Ph.D. in Microbiology from Kavayitri Bahinabai Chaudhari North Maharashtra University, Jalgaon, in 2019. He completed his M.Sc. in Microbiology in 2010 and B.Sc. in Microbiology from Moolji Jaitha College, Jalgaon, in 2008. He also holds an MS-CIT certification in Information Technology from MKCL. His academic journey reflects a strong foundation in microbiological sciences, with a focus on research and practical applications.
💼 Experience
Dr. Dalal has seven years of teaching experience, serving as an Assistant Professor at Kavayitri Bahinabai Chaudhari North Maharashtra University and Krishna School of Science, KPGU. He has also worked as a Junior and Senior Research Fellow under UGC fellowships. His industrial experience includes roles as a Quality Control Officer at United Breweries Limited (Kingfisher) and FDC Pharma, handling microbiological analysis and quality assurance. His diverse experience bridges academic research and industrial microbiology applications.
🏆 Awards & Honors
Dr. Dalal received the UGC-BSR Junior and Senior Research Fellowships for his doctoral studies. He was granted an International Travel Grant by SERB-DST, Government of India, to attend BioTrans 2019 in the Netherlands and another travel grant for the AOCC 2023 in Korea. His achievements highlight his recognition in microbiology research at both national and international levels.
🔬 Research Focus
Dr. Dalal’s research specializes in biocatalysis, enzyme engineering, biotransformation, fermentation, probiotics, and green chemistry. His work includes enzyme production and purification, biotransformation using whole cells, and microbial applications for sustainable solutions. He has published extensively in international journals and authored book chapters. His research also extends to microbiological techniques, analytical instrumentation, and innovative applications in enzyme catalysis.
Conclusion
Dr. Kiran Sharad Dalal exhibits significant strengths in his research endeavors, including a diverse range of interests, a solid publication record, innovation through patenting, and recognition via fellowships and grants. Addressing areas such as citation impact, collaborative efforts, and grant acquisition could further enhance his profile. Overall, Dr. Dalal is a strong candidate for the Excellence in Research, reflecting his dedication and contributions to the field of microbiology.
Publication
Bovine Serum Albumin-Catalyzed Green Synthesis
- Title: Bovine serum albumin catalyzed one-pot, three-component synthesis of dihydropyrano [2, 3-c] pyrazole derivatives in aqueous ethanol
- Authors: KS Dalal, YA Tayade, YB Wagh, DR Trivedi, DS Dalal, BL Chaudhari
- Journal: RSC Advances, 6 (18), 14868-14879 (2016)
- Citations: 81
Solar Energy-Based Green Synthesis
- Title: Green synthesis of symmetrical N, N′-disubstituted thiourea derivatives in water using solar energy
- Authors: PP Kumavat, AD Jangale, DR Patil, KS Dalal, JS Meshram, DS Dalal
- Journal: Environmental Chemistry Letters, 11, 177-182 (2013)
- Citations: 42
Biocatalysis Using Hen Egg White Lysozyme
- Title: Hen egg white lysozyme catalyzed efficient synthesis of 3-Indolyl-3-hydroxy Oxindole in aqueous ethanol
- Authors: KS Dalal, YB Wagh, YA Tayade, DS Dalal, BL Chaudhari
- Journal: Catalysis Letters, 148, 3335-3341 (2018)
- Citations: 14
Biotransformation in Industrial Microbiology
- Title: Biotransformation of Industrially Important Steroid Drug Precursors
- Authors: GBPTBSP, KS Dalal, BL Chaudhari
- Journal: Industrial Microbiology and Biotechnology, 307-333 (2022)
- Citations: 11
Kojic Acid Derivative Synthesis
- Title: The first efficient biocatalytic route for the synthesis of Kojic acid derivatives in aqueous media
- Authors: KS Dalal, MA Chaudhari, DS Dalal, BL Chaudhari
- Journal: Catalysis Communications, 152, 106289 (2021)
- Citations: 10
Lipase-Based Organic Synthesis
- Title: Lipase from Porcine Pancreas: An Efficient Biocatalyst for the Synthesis of ortho‐Aminocarbonitriles
- Authors: KS Dalal, SA Padvi, YB Wagh, DS Dalal, BL Chaudhari
- Journal: ChemistrySelect, 3 (37), 10378-10382 (2018)
- Citations: 10
Green Chemistry Applications in Isoniazid Azomethines Synthesis
- Title: Efficient and greener synthesis of functionalized isoniazid azomethines from aromatic aldehydes and isatins using citric acid in aqueous ethanol
- Authors: YB Wagh, KS Dalal, SA Padvi, SS Terdale, DS Dalal, PP Mahulikar
- Journal: Polycyclic Aromatic Compounds, 43 (1), 421-433 (2023)
- Citations: 6
Lipase-Mediated Multicomponent Reactions
- Title: Lipase‐mediated multicomponent synthesis of 1H‐Pyrazolo[1,2‐b]phthalazine‐5,10‐dione derivatives in a binary solvent medium
- Authors: KS Dalal, YA Tayade, YB Wagh, DS Dalal, BL Chaudhari
- Journal: Biotechnology and Applied Biochemistry, 69 (5), 2017-2027 (2022)
- Citations: 5