Aatika Nizam | Organic chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Aatika Nizam | Organic chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Associate Professor,Christ University India

Dr. Aatika Nizam is an Associate Professor at CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Bangalore, India. She holds a Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry from Bangalore University and specializes in organic synthesis, innovative methodologies, and designing molecules for biological systems and photoluminescence applications. Dr. Nizam has significantly advanced cross-coupling reactions by developing magnetic nanocatalysts and heterogeneous catalysts, optimizing Suzuki-Miyaura and Mizoroki-Heck reactions. She is a prolific researcher with numerous publications in reputed international journals, showcasing her dedication to advancing organic chemistry. Her academic and research excellence has earned her recognition as a life member of prominent scientific societies.

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🎓Education

Ph.D.: Organic Chemistry, Bangalore University, India. M.Sc.: Organic Chemistry, Bangalore University, India. B.Sc.: Chemistry, Bangalore University, India.

💼Experience

Associate Professor, CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Bangalore. Researcher: Advanced organic synthesis methodologies and catalyst development. Contributor: Published extensively in high-impact journals like Chemical Engineering Journal and ACS Omega.

🏆Award and Honor

Patent Holder: Novel catalyst-free methodologies for organic synthesis.. Best Researcher Award Nominee, CHRIST University.. Research Excellence Recognitions: International publications and academic contributions. Life Member: Electrochemical Society of India, Indian Council of Chemists.
Dr. Nizam’s accolades reflect her innovation and research leadership in chemistry.

🔬 Research Focus

Heterocyclic Compounds: Designing biologically active molecules. Catalysis: Magnetic nanocatalysts for Suzuki-Miyaura and Mizoroki-Heck reactions. Photo-Mediated Synthesis: Innovations in fluorescence sensing applications. Dr. Nizam’s research aims to solve complex challenges in organic synthesis and contribute to sustainable methodologies.

Publications Top Noted

  1. Nano-architectured polypyrrole based magnetic nanocatalyst for the N-arylation of imidazoles and fused imidazoles
    • Year: 2025
    • Authors: Hegde, S., Surendran, S., Vijayan, A., Nizam, A.
    • Citations: 0

 

  1. 10-camphor sulfonic acid: A simple and efficient organocatalyst to access anti-SARS-COV-2 Benzoxanthene derivatives
    • Year: 2025
    • Authors: M, J., Devasia, J., Chinnam, S., Wadhwa, P., Krishna, S.B.N.
    • Citations: 0

 

  1. Titanium based dual behavioral magnetic nanocomposite for ipso-hydroxylation and selective oxidation reactions under white light
    • Year: 2024
    • Authors: Hegde, S., Mago, A., Patel, R., Nizam, A.
    • Citations: 4

 

  1. Magnetically retractable tea extract stabilized palladium nanoparticles for denitrogenative cross-coupling of aryl bromides with arylhydrazines under green conditions: An alternate route for the biaryls synthesis
    • Year: 2024
    • Authors: Hegde, S., Nizam, A.
    • Citations: 4

 

  1. Phytofabricated bimetallic synthesis of silver-copper nanoparticles using Aerva lanata extract to evaluate their potential cytotoxic and antimicrobial activities
    • Year: 2024
    • Authors: Thirumoorthy, G., Balasubramanian, B., George, J.A., Rengasamy, K.R.R., Veerappa Lakshmaiah, V.
    • Citations: 11

 

  1. Phytochemicals of Nardostachys jatamansi as potential inhibitors of HCV E2 receptor: An in silico study
    • Year: 2024
    • Authors: Hnamte, L., Nagella, P., Nizam, A., Lakshmaiah, V.V.
    • Citations: 0

 

  1. Acidified groundnut cake for enhanced bio adsorption of anionic textile dye Reactive Red 195
    • Year: 2024
    • Authors: Jayan, A., Nizam, A., Nagella, P., Veerappa Lakshmaiah, V.
    • Citations: 1

 

  1. Navigating green synthesized metal-based nanoparticles as anti-inflammatory agent – Comprehensive review
    • Year: 2025
    • Authors: Hegde, S., Balasubramanian, B., Paul, R., Chelliapan, S., Lakshmaiah, V.V.
    • Citations: 0

 

  1. Production, Delivery, and Regulatory Aspects for Application of Plant-Based Anti-microbial Peptides: a Comprehensive Review
    • Year: 2025
    • Authors: Nagella, P., Balasubramanian, B., Park, S., Lakshmaiah, V.V., Mousavi Khaneghah, A.
    • Citations: 0

 

  1. Excited state intramolecular proton transfer dual emission Schiff bases for metal detection and cell imaging
    • Year: 2024
    • Authors: Joy, F., Aakash, V., Devasia, J., Nizam, A.
    • Citations: 5

 

Marina Dimitrijevic | Physical Chemistry | Young Scientist Award

 Ms. Marina Dimitrijevic | Plant Pathology | Young Scientist Award

Ms. University of Kragujevac, Faculty of Science Serbia

👩‍🔬 I am deeply passionate about chemistry and pharmaceutical research, with a focus on synthesis and pharmacological evaluation of bioactive compounds. My academic journey has been marked by significant contributions to the field, including the publication of research work in prestigious SCI-listed journals.🌟

 

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Education🎓

  • PhD Studies, Chemistry Faculty of Sciences, University of Kragujevac (Serbia) Specialization: Organic Chemistry Commenced: 2021. Master of Chemistry Department for Research and Development Faculty of Science, University of Kragujevac (Serbia) Duration: 2020-2021. Bachelor of Chemistry Department for Research and Development Faculty of Science, University of Kragujevac (Serbia) Duration: 2016-2020

💼Work Experience

Research Trainee
University of Kragujevac, Faculty of Science, Department of Chemistry
2022 – Present

Conducting scientific research focused on the synthesis of heterocyclic compounds, with a specific emphasis on developing small molecules as potential inhibitors of the enzyme dihydroorotate dehydrogenase (hDHODH).Engaged in teaching Organic Chemistry courses, imparting knowledge and expertise to students.Acting as a mentor at the Regional Center for Talented Children in Kragujevac, guiding and supporting the development of young talents.

 Expertise

My areas of expertise include:

  • Synthesis of organic compounds
  • Spectroscopic analysis techniques
  • Chromatographic methods
  • Pharmacological properties and evaluation of compounds

Publications Top Notes 📝

  1. Title: Rapid access to pyrrolo[3,4-c]quinoline-1,3-diones: An improved synthetic protocol using a precursor prepared by Pfitzinger reaction
    • Journal: Tetrahedron
    • Volume: 132
    • Year: 2023
    • Pages: 133236

 

  1. Title: Discovery of a new class of potent pyrrolo[3,4-c]quinoline-1,3-diones based inhibitors of human dihydroorotate dehydrogenase: Synthesis, pharmacological and toxicological evaluation
    • Journal: Bioorganic chemistry
    • Volume: 147
    • Year: 2024
    • Pages: 107359