Rishabh Kaundal | Natural Product Chemistry | Young Researcher Award

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Young Researcher Award

Rishabh Kaundal
Researcher Rishabh Kaundal
Affiliation IIT (BHU), Varanasi
Country India
Scopus ID 57759533700
Documents 19
Citations 106
h-index 6
Subject Area Natural Product Chemistry
Event International Young Scientists Award
ORCID 0000-0002-4470-1453

Rishabh Kaundal

Institution: IIT (BHU), Varanasi

Rishabh Kaundal is an academic researcher affiliated with IIT (BHU), Varanasi, India, whose scholarly work is associated with Natural Product Chemistry. His published research contributes to the scientific understanding of natural products, their characterization, and related interdisciplinary applications. Bibliometric indicators available through international indexing services indicate an established research profile comprising peer-reviewed publications, citations, and measurable scholarly impact.[1]

Abstract

This academic profile summarizes the publicly available scholarly information relating to Rishabh Kaundal and provides an overview of research activity, publication performance, and scientific contributions within the field of Natural Product Chemistry. The profile highlights bibliometric indicators, institutional affiliation, and the relevance of research achievements in the context of academic recognition programs such as the International Young Scientists Award.[1]

Keywords

  • Young Researcher Award
  • Natural Product Chemistry
  • Scopus Publications
  • Citation Analysis
  • Research Excellence
  • Scientific Publications
  • Bibliometric Evaluation
  • Academic Recognition

Introduction

Natural Product Chemistry is an interdisciplinary scientific field dedicated to the discovery, isolation, structural elucidation, and biological evaluation of naturally occurring compounds. Researchers working in this area contribute to pharmaceutical sciences, medicinal chemistry, biotechnology, agriculture, and environmental sciences. Scholarly contributions are commonly assessed through publication quality, citation impact, collaboration, and research visibility in international indexing databases.[2]

Research Profile

According to publicly indexed scholarly information, Rishabh Kaundal has authored 19 indexed publications with 106 citations and an h-index of 6. These metrics indicate consistent scientific productivity and measurable academic influence within the research community. The availability of Scopus, ORCID, and Google Scholar profiles enhances transparency, research discoverability, and international visibility.[1][3]

Research Contributions

The available publication record demonstrates contributions toward advancing scientific understanding in Natural Product Chemistry through peer-reviewed research. Research activities involve generating experimental evidence, communicating findings through scientific literature, and supporting future investigations by expanding the available body of knowledge. Such contributions form an essential component of modern academic research evaluation.[2]

Publications

The indexed publication portfolio reflects peer-reviewed scholarly output distributed across scientific journals relevant to Natural Product Chemistry and related interdisciplinary fields. Publication metrics and citation performance contribute to evaluating scientific productivity, collaboration, and research dissemination.[1]

  • Indexed Scopus publications: 19
  • Total citations: 106
  • Current h-index: 6
  • International research visibility through author profiles.

Research Impact

Bibliometric indicators provide quantitative evidence regarding research influence. Citation counts, publication quality, and author-level metrics such as the h-index are commonly employed in academic assessment processes. These indicators should be interpreted alongside qualitative evaluation of originality, scientific significance, collaboration, and long-term contribution to the discipline.[2]

Award Suitability

Based on publicly available academic indicators, institutional affiliation, indexed publications, citation performance, and internationally recognized researcher identifiers, the scholarly profile aligns with the general criteria frequently considered during evaluations for early-career academic recognition programs. Final award decisions remain subject to independent peer review, eligibility verification, and the official assessment procedures established by the organizing body.[4]

Conclusion

Rishabh Kaundal’s publicly indexed research profile demonstrates measurable scholarly productivity within Natural Product Chemistry. The combination of peer-reviewed publications, citation performance, recognized researcher identifiers, and institutional affiliation reflects an active academic profile. Continued research dissemination and scientific collaboration are expected to further strengthen long-term scholarly impact.[1]

References

  1. Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Rishabh Kaundal, Author ID 57759533700. Scopus.
    https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=57759533700
  2. International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry (IUPAC). Natural Products Chemistry Resources.
    https://doi.org/10.1016/j.phytochem.2020.112438
  3. ORCID. ORCID Registry: Rishabh Kaundal.
    https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4470-1453
  4. International Young Scientists Award. Award information and evaluation guidelines.
    https://youngscientistawards.com/

Mehzabin Rehman | Botany | Young Scientist Award

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Dr. Mehzabin Rehman | Botany | Young Scientist Award

Assistant Professor at University of Science and Technology Meghalaya, India.

Dr. Mehzabin Rehman is a plant biologist and Assistant Professor at the University of Science and Technology Meghalaya (USTM), with over seven years of experience in research and teaching. Her expertise spans cytogenetics, plant breeding, molecular biology, and stress physiology, supported by a strong command of advanced lab techniques such as qPCR, electrophoresis, hydroponics, and NanoDrop analysis. She has made substantial contributions to scientific literature, authoring several research papers and book chapters in reputed journals. Dr. Rehman has presented her work at international and national conferences, gaining recognition for her research on abiotic stress responses in plants, especially rice. She is known for her academic leadership, curriculum development, and mentoring of research scholars. Through active participation in scientific events and faculty development programs, she continuously expands her interdisciplinary knowledge. Her dedication to plant science and sustainable agriculture reflects her vision of blending traditional practices with cutting-edge biotechnology.

Profile

Scholar

🎓 Education 

Dr. Mehzabin Rehman completed her Ph.D. in Botany from Gauhati University in 2022, focusing on oxidative stress and antioxidant defense mechanisms in Boro rice cultivars under cold and heat stress. She earned her Master of Science in Botany from Gauhati University in 2017, where she studied plant molecular biology and stress physiology. Her undergraduate studies were completed at Jagannath Barooah College under Dibrugarh University in 2015, with Botany as the major subject. Her academic trajectory is marked by consistent excellence and a deep-rooted interest in plant sciences. From early education to doctoral research, she has maintained a focus on applied botany and stress biology, laying a strong foundation for her academic and research pursuits in plant genomics, biotechnology, and sustainable crop management.

💼 Experience 

Dr. Mehzabin Rehman is currently serving as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Botany at USTM, where she has been teaching and supervising research since February 2023. Previously, she worked as a Guest Faculty at Royal Global University, Guwahati, during May–July 2022. She gained extensive research experience as a Senior Research Fellow and Junior Research Fellow under DBT-sponsored projects on whitefly diversity and virus transmission at Gauhati University from 2018 to 2021. Between 2017 and 2022, she focused on plant stress physiology and molecular biology, acquiring proficiency in laboratory techniques and analytical methodologies. She has presented papers at international conferences in India and abroad and contributed to academic events as a rapporteur and organizing secretary. Her career reflects a strong blend of teaching, hands-on research, academic mentoring, and scientific communication. She continues to make meaningful contributions to the fields of plant biotechnology and stress adaptation.

🏆 Awards and Honors 

Dr. Mehzabin Rehman has received prestigious Junior and Senior Research Fellowships funded by the Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Government of India, for her work on whitefly genomics and virus resistance. She has been recognized for presenting scientific papers at international conferences in Turkey, Bulgaria, and India, showcasing her research on rice stress responses and plant physiology. She served as Joint Organizing Secretary for the International Conference on Emerging Frontiers in Biological Sciences (ICEFBS-2024) and as Rapporteur at the Assam Botany Congress. She was selected for the DST-STUTI Advanced Plant Stress Biology Workshop and has participated in numerous faculty development programs and symposia. Her work in comparative genomics and transcriptomics has earned scholarly attention through well-cited publications. Her contributions to molecular plant science and environmental stress resilience have positioned her as a recognized figure in the plant biology research community. She continues to be active in scientific outreach and collaboration.

🔬 Research Focus 

Dr. Rehman’s research centers on understanding plant responses to abiotic stresses such as cold, heat, cadmium, arsenic, and aluminum toxicity. Her work explores oxidative stress and antioxidant defense mechanisms in rice, chickpea, mung bean, kidney bean, and chili varieties. She employs advanced molecular biology techniques including qPCR, gel electrophoresis, hydroponics, and bioinformatics tools to analyze gene expression and physiological changes. She has published extensively on stress signaling, morpho-physiological adaptation, and biochemical pathway regulation. Her studies also include comparative genomic analyses of plant-associated Pseudomonas strains for biocontrol and bioremediation activities. Dr. Rehman emphasizes sustainable agriculture and genetic improvement of indigenous cultivars, particularly focusing on Northeast India’s rice varieties. She integrates classical botany with modern molecular approaches to address climate resilience and crop improvement. Her research contributes to the broader understanding of plant adaptation mechanisms and supports policy-relevant solutions for food security and agro-environmental sustainability.

 Conclusion

Dr. Mehzabin Rehman demonstrates all the essential attributes of a high-potential young scientist—deep scientific knowledge, strong laboratory skills, research productivity, international exposure, and academic engagement. Her contributions to plant stress physiology and molecular biology are timely and impactful, making her an excellent and deserving candidate for the Young Scientist Award. With continued growth and support, she is poised to become a leader in plant biotechnology and agricultural research.

📝Publications 

  • Occurrence of a new cryptic species of Bemisia tabaci (Hemiptera: Aleyrodidae): an updated record of cryptic diversity in India
    2021 | M Rehman, P Chakraborty, B Tanti, B Mandal, A Ghosh | 45 citations

  • Understanding epigenetic modifications in response to abiotic stresses in plants
    2020 | M Rehman, B Tanti | 26 citations

  • Comparative analysis of genetic diversity in some non-commercial cultivars of Musa L. from Assam, India, using morphometric and ISSR markers
    2020 | K Borborah, D Saikia, M Rehman, MA Islam, S Mahanta, J Chutia, … | 20 citations

  • Transcriptomic analysis revealed reactive oxygen species scavenging mechanisms associated with ferrous iron toxicity in aromatic Keteki Joha rice
    2022 | P Regon, S Dey, M Rehman, AK Pradhan, B Tanti, AD Talukdar, … | 15 citations

  • Screening of boro rice varieties of Assam, India to estimate their potential resistance to cold and heat stresses
    2021 | M Rehman, B Tanti | 12 citations

  • Biochemical and molecular mechanism of abiotic stress tolerance in plants
    2020 | AK Pradhan, M Rehman, D Saikia, SY Jyoti, J Poudel, B Tanti | 10 citations

  • Dissecting the molecular basis of drought‐induced oxidative stress tolerance in rice
    2021 | AK Pradhan, SY Jyoti, ZM Shandilya, M Rehman, D Saikia, J Poudel, … | 7 citations

  • Characterization of boro rice (Oryza sativa L.) varieties of Assam (India) based on their morphological traits
    2021 | M Rehman, SY Jyoti, AK Pradhan, P Regon, B Tanti | 6 citations

  • Morpho-physiological responses in rice and cold stress induced acclimation involving biochemical and signaling pathways in Boro rice
    2022 | M Rehman, B Tanti | 4 citations

  • Genome-wide analysis of fluoride exporter genes in plants
    2021 | S Agarwal, P Regon, M Rehman, B Tanti, SK Panda | 4 citations

  • Comparative Genomics Analyses of some selected Pseudomonas strains having Biocontrol, Plant Growth Promoting and Bioremediation activities using Bioinformatic Tools
    2023 | M Rehman, SY Jyoti, P Regon, S Kakati, PK Mishra, B Tanti | 2 citations*

  • Biochemical and molecular properties of Boro rice (Oryza sativa L.) cultivars under abiotic stresses
    2023 | M Rehman, B Kundu, P Regon, B Tanti | 1 citation

  • Black cumin (Nigella sativa L.), from traditional medicine to modern therapeutics: A comprehensive review
    2025 | PK Mishra, N Ali, M RehmanÂ