Assistant Professor, Assam university, Indiaš
Partha Palit is an esteemed Assistant Professor in the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences at Assam University, Silchar, India, with over 16 years of teaching experience. He has made significant contributions to the fields of pharmaceutical sciences, with particular emphasis on drug discovery, natural product research, and medicinal chemistry. Throughout his career, he has delivered numerous invited lectures and participated in international conferences. His academic journey has been marked by prestigious awards, including the Fast Track Young Scientist Award and the Endeavour Postdoc Fellowship. He continues to advance scientific knowledge through his research and mentorship.
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Education š
Partha Palit completed his M.Pharm. from Jadavpur University, where he was awarded the Gold Medal for standing First in his class. He further pursued his Ph.D. in Pharmacy, awarded in 2010, focusing on pharmacological studies and liposomal formulation evaluation for antileishmanial, anti-cancer, and antimicrobial agents. His academic foundation was built on a robust understanding of pharmaceutical sciences, enabling him to contribute significantly to the research community.
Experience š¼
With over 16 years of teaching experience, Partha Palit has taught both undergraduate and postgraduate students. He has served as an Assistant Professor at Dr. B.C. Roy College of Pharmacy and A.H.S., Durgapur, and at Assam University, Silchar. Additionally, he has experience working in the industry as an Analytical Chemist and has held various leadership roles in academic settings, such as being the Officer in charge of university examinations and the University Station Supervisor for Assam University.
Research Interests š¬
Partha Palit’s research interests lie primarily in the fields of drug discovery and development from natural sources, focusing on cancer, Leishmania, neurological diseases, dementia, and arthritis. He is also dedicated to the industrial-scale extraction of bioactive compounds from Indian traditional medicinal plants. His work includes in silico drug design, liposomal drug delivery systems, and the development of eco-friendly processes for recycling industrial waste using plant and algal biomass.
Awards š
Throughout his career, Partha Palit has received numerous accolades, including the Jadavpur University Gold Medal, National Scholarship for academic excellence, and the Senior Research Fellowship from the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR). In recognition of his innovative contributions to pharmacy and drug research, he was awarded the Australian Endeavour Postdoc Research Fellowship and was recognized as an Australian Endeavour Research Ambassador. His achievements have been highlighted in prominent publications such as The Statesman and Times of India.
Publications š
Microbial exopolysaccharides: Classification, biosynthetic pathway, industrial extraction, and commercial production to unveil its bioprospection: A comprehensive review
J., Kumari, Juhi; R., Kumawat, Roopam; R., Prasanna, Radha; K., Gopikrishna, Konga; O.N., Tiwari, Onkar Nath
International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 2025
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Exploration of Potential Anti-Inflammatory Cum Anti-Rheumatoid-Arthritis Phyto-Molecule Through Integrated Green Approach: Network Pharmacology, Molecular Docking, Molecular Dynamics, In-Vitro and Ex-Vivo Study
A., Kumar, Amresh; A.M., Ashif Ikbal, Abu Md; M., Ahmed Laskar, Monjur; P., Palit, Partha; M.D., Choudhury, Manabendra Dutta
Chemistry and Biodiversity, 2024
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White tea: An emerging gift of nature and bioprospection towards the development of novel herbal formulations, nutraceuticals, and cosmetics
D., Mukherjee, Dhrubojyoti; P., Palit, Partha; S., Roychoudhury, Shubhadeep; S., Halder, Shubhajit; S.C., Mandal, Subhash C.
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Bioactive Aqueous Fraction of Edible Trigonella foenum-graecum, Piper betel, and Lagenaria siceraria Homogenate Downregulate the Inflammatory Mediators: In-silico and In-vitro Appraisal
S., Karmakar, Sankha; A.M.A., Ikbal, Abu Md Ashif; P., Bhardwaj, Prashant; S., De, Sirshendu; P., Palit, Partha
ChemistrySelect, 2024
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Conclusion
Partha Palit is a highly deserving candidate for the Research for Best Faculty Award, with a proven track record of teaching excellence, groundbreaking research, and international recognition. His commitment to advancing pharmaceutical sciences through innovative research and mentorship stands out. By further enhancing his global collaborations and securing additional research funding, he can continue to elevate the impact of his work and contribute even more significantly to his field. š