Prof. (Dr.) Ranjit Singh
Vice-Chancellor
Shobhit University, Gangoh–Saharanpur, Uttar Pradesh, India
Prof. (Dr.) Ranjit Singh, Ph.D., M. Pharm. (Pharmaceutics), is a distinguished academic administrator and researcher with over 29 years of experience in teaching, research, and higher education leadership.
He completed his B. Pharm. (1989) and M. Pharm. (1991), and earned his Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences (1997) from the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Dr. H. S. Gour Vishwavidyalaya, Sagar, Madhya Pradesh.
A Gold Medalist in both B. Pharm. and M. Pharm., he received the IDMA G. P. Nair Gold Medal and the Prof. I. Chandra Memorial Gold Medal. He is also a Fellow of the Society of Pharmaceutical Education & Research (FSPER).
Prof. Singh has served in senior academic and administrative roles including Lecturer, Reader, Professor & Head, Director, Director-cum-Principal, Dean, Pro Vice-Chancellor, and Officiating Vice-Chancellor across several Government and Private Universities in India.
He has been an Expert Member for regulatory and accreditation bodies such as PCI, AICTE, NBA, and NAAC, and has contributed to statutory bodies of various universities. He is a Life Member of APTI, SPER, and IPGA, and currently serves as Vice President (National) of SPER and Member of FELA.
Prof. Singh has guided 38 M. Pharm and 33 Ph.D. scholars, with 9 Ph.D. scholars currently under progress. His scholarly output includes 232 publications, 124 presentations, 15 published patents, 28 book chapters, and participation as a resource person in 51 webinars.
His research impact is reflected in a total impact factor exceeding 250, with citation indices of h-index 32 (Google Scholar), h-index 26 (Scopus), h-index 31 (ResearchGate), and h-index 20 (Web of Science). He is a recipient of 54+ awards and honors.
Prof. (Dr.) Navneet Verma
Pro Vice Chancellor & Dean-Faculty of Pharmacy
IFTM University, Moradabad, U.P., India
Prof. Navneet Verma is currently working as Pro Vice Chancellor at IFTM University, Moradabad. With over 20 years of experience in teaching and research, he has made significant contributions to pharmaceutical education and academic leadership.
He has received numerous awards and recognitions from various academic and professional societies for his outstanding contributions to higher education and research.
Under his supervision, 25 M. Pharm dissertations and 10 Ph.D. degrees have been successfully awarded, and 8 research scholars are currently enrolled for Ph.D. programs.
Prof. Verma serves as a reviewer and editorial board member for several National and International journals. He has authored 78 research papers published in reputed International and National journals and has presented 12 papers at various conferences, seminars, and workshops.
He has an impressive intellectual property portfolio with 19 patents published in India and abroad. An active member of multiple professional bodies, Prof. Verma continues to contribute significantly to academic governance and research advancement.
Dr. Abhisheak Sharma
Co-Director, Translational Drug Development Core | Associate Chair & Assistant Professor of Pharmaceutics
University of Florida, Gainesville, USA
Dr. Abhisheak Sharma is a Co-Director of Translational Drug Development Core and Associate Chair and Assistant Professor of Pharmaceutics at the University of Florida, Gainesville.
He received his B. Pharm. from Mohan Lal Sukhadia University, Udaipur, India in 2006 and became a registered pharmacist in India. He earned his M. Pharm. in Pharmaceutical Chemistry from U. P. Technical University, Lucknow with an MHRD Post-Graduate Fellowship by AICTE (2006–2008).
He completed his Ph.D. in Pharmacokinetics & Metabolism from CSIR-Central Drug Research Institute, Lucknow, India. His research focuses on pharmacokinetic studies of new chemical entities, bioactive natural products, and complex botanicals.
Dr. Sharma has published more than 100 peer-reviewed research papers in leading journals and serves on multiple editorial boards. He is internationally recognized for his research on kratom, and his work is supported by the National Institutes of Health (NIH).
Prof. (Dr.) Sanjeev Kumar Varshney
Former Head (IC), DST & Science Consultant, RIS
Science Facilitator and Promoter.
Dr Sanjeev Kumar Varshney is a Dehradun based Science facilitator and promoter. He is Member, Editorial Board of a journal -Proceedings of the Indian National Science Academy, published by Springer Verlag. He has more than 33 years of experience promoting research and connecting scientific groups across the nations.
He is a Member of Academic Council of HS Gaur Sagar Central University, Sagar; Research Council Member for JSS Science & Technology University, Mysore and Manipal University, Jaipur.
He was Head of the International Scientific Cooperation in the Ministry / Department of Science & Technology, Government of India till January,2024. He joined DST in the year 1990 and had facilitated international scientific cooperation from the Department of Science & Technology with its bilateral, multilateral, and regional scientific partners.
From 2017 till January 2024, he was the Indian Co-Chair, Governing Body of the bi-national Indo-German Science & Technology Centre (IGSTC) and the binational U.S-India Science and Technology Endowment Fund (USISTEF); both promoting joint Industrial R&D, Board of Director of a private limited company, Global Innovation & Technology Alliance (GITA) and was Member, Governing Council of the International Advanced Research Centre of Powder Metallurgy (ARCI) a R&D lab of DST, Govt of India. He was the Indian Focal Point for BRICS Working Group on Science & Technology and OECD Committee on Science & Technology Policy.
He was also the Governing Board member of the US-Indian Education Foundation (USIEF) during 2018-2022 and the Member, Board of Research Studies in Department of Geology, Aligarh Muslim University during 2018-2020. He was Plenipotentiary Representative of India to the International Centre for Science & Technology Information (ICSTI), Moscow during 2012-2023.
He has worked as Counsellor (S&T) with Embassy of India in Moscow to facilitate bilateral scientific cooperation between India and Russia during April 2008 - June 2011. He has been actively contributing to promotion of international scientific cooperation as well as scientific – industrial cooperation.
He completed Master in Geology in 1984 from Aligarh Muslim University with University Medal for obtaining first position. He qualified UGC NET in 1985 for Junior Research Fellowship and lectureship. He pursued research at University of Delhi during 1985-1990 on Himalayan river systems, sedimentation, diagenetic and tectonic modifications. He was also awarded Dr DN Wadia Research Fellowship in 1986 for his research on Himalayan Geology. He has been conferred Doctor of Science (DSc) (Honorary Causa) by Amity University, Rajasthan.
He is Life Fellow of Geological Society of India, Bangalore; Nepal Geological Society, Kathmandu and member of International Association of Sedimentologists, Oxford. He also has numerous certifications to his credit. He also taught at Kurukshetra University in 1990.
He has written several articles on Science Policies focusing on International Scientific cooperation. He is also involved in science popularization for which he writes regularly in newspapers, magazines and journals (online/offline).
Lectures delivered at various institutions
1. Importance of Research (This deals with why one should do research, what are different elements needs to be pursued, what one can do after completing a research degree)
2. GOI Schemes for R&D Supports - Research grants and Fellowships (It gives a snapshot of various research grants schemes and fellowships being offered by DST, DBT, CSIR, MOES, ICMR, ICAR, INSA)
3. Approaches to International Scientific Cooperation (It suggests how collaboration could be developed at student level, faculty level, institutional level, national level)
4. Effective Project Writing for Grants (It suggests various points to be kept in mind to make project proposal more professional)
5. Snapshot of Scholarships / Fellowships offered by foreign agencies/ Universities to Indian researchers (It makes a presentation on various scholarships and fellowships available annually)
6. Research Priority areas of various Indian funding agencies (It deals with new dynamics, policy changes and new investment by various agencies)
7. Research grants for Industry (It deals with how academic and scientific institute could collaborate with industry and gain grants for new technology, process, product development and commercialization)
8. Science Diplomacy – Deals with Need for Diplomacy in Science.
Lectures delivered at
A. IITs – Bombay, Delhi, Gandhinagar, Goa, Guwahati, Kanpur, Madras, Mandi
B. IISERs – Bhopal, Berhampur, Pune, Tirupati
C. IISc – Bangalore
D. IIMs – Mumbai, Vishakhapatnam
E. NITs – Bhopal, Jaipur, Srinagar (Uttrakhand), Surat, Warangal
F. Central Universities – Aligarh (AMU), HS Gaur Central University Sagar, IGNOU, New Delhi, JNU New Delhi, and University of Delhi,
G. State Universities – Anna University Chennai, Delhi Technical University, GGS Indraprastha University New Delhi, IIITD Delhi, Kumaun University Nainital, Lucknow University, Panjab University Chandigarh, SCRUST Murthal, Sree Mata Vaishno Devi University, Katra, University of Mangalore
H. Private Universities – Amity University Noida, Amity University Jharkhand, Amity University Rajasthan, Ashoka University Sonepat, BITS Pilani Goa campus, Chandigarh University, Chitkara University Punjab, Christ University Bangalore, Christ University Delhi NCR, Dronacharya University Gurgaon, GITAM University Vishakhapatnam, GLA University Mathura, Graphic Era Hill University Dehradun, Gujarat University, IILM University, Greater Noida, IIMT University Meerut, JNU Jaipur, JSS S&T University Mysore, JSS University Noida, KL University Vishakhapatnam, KR Mangalam University Gurgaon, Manipal Academy of Higher Education Manipal, Manipal University Jaipur, Nirma University Ahmedabad, NIET Greater Noida, NITTE University Mangalore, Pandit Deen Dayal Energy University, Gandhinagar, Reva University Bangalore, RK Goel Institute of Technology Ghaziabad, Sardar Patel University Mandi, Saveetha University Chennai, SGT University Gurgaon, Sharda University Greater Noida, SRM University Chennai, SRM University Meerut, SRM University Sonepat, UPES Dehradun, VIT Vellore, VIT Chennai,
I. CSIR – AMPRI Bhopal, CDRI Lucknow, IMMT Bhubaneswar, NBRI Lucknow, NGRI Hyderabad, NIScPR New Delhi, NPL New Delhi
J. Other central institutes – AIIMS New Delhi, C-DAC Noida, NDRI Karnal, Indian Institute of Population Research Mumbai, IIA Bangalore, IIEST Shibpur (Kolkata), JNCASR Bangalore, NCBS Bangalore, NIFTEM Kundli, NIPER Gandhinagar,
K. Other Institutes – Geological Society of India Delhi chapter, INSA New Delhi, INYAS New Delhi, NIAS Bangalore,
L. Colleges – AK Garg Engineering College, Ghaziabad, Deshbandhu College New Delhi, Hindu College Delhi, Hindustan College Farah (Mathura), JSS College of Pharmacy Ooty, Kirori Mal College Delhi, Miranda House Delhi, RLA College New Delhi, Sarvjanik College of Engineering Surat, Saveetha Engineering College Chennai, Sri Venkateswara College New Delhi,
M. School students – VSSF Trust School
N. Other platforms – AESIS Europe, BRICS, British Council, CII Technology Meets, FICCI R&D Meets, Indian Ocean Rim Countries, Intel, UN ESCAP, UN CSTD
Dr. Vetriselvan Subramaniyan, PhD., FMSA, FIABMS.
Professor
Faculty of Medical and Life Sciences Sunway University, Malaysia
Professor Vetriselvan Subramaniyan is currently a Professor of Pharmacology at the Faculty of Medical and Life Sciences, Sunway University. He graduated from Annamalai University, India, and began his academic career in 2008 at Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Bangalore. Over his career, he has accumulated more than 15 years of teaching, research, and leadership experience at prestigious institutions, including Monash University Malaysia, Arba Minch University in Ethiopia, and MAHSA University in Malaysia. A prolific researcher, Professor Vetriselvan has authored over 410 papers with a cumulative impact factor exceeding 1800, filed eight patents internationally, and contributed to six book chapters. His expertise is widely recognized, evidenced by numerous grants, including a Monash University Research Travel Grant and an FRGS grant from Malaysia's Ministry of Higher Education. He is also ranked among the Top 2% of Scientists in the World according to Stanford University and is a Fellow of the Malaysian Scientific Association. Professor Vetriselvan has held prominent academic leadership roles, including Acting Dean and Deputy Dean at MAHSA University, and has held visiting and adjunct professorships at institutions in China, Cambodia, and India. His supervisory work is extensive, with 28 completed student research projects and ongoing Ph.D. supervision at multiple international universities. He is an active member of several professional organizations, including the British Pharmacological Society, the Indian Pharmacological Society, The Obesity Society, and the Malaysian Scientific Association. His research focuses on advancing drug development and pharmacology, and he has delivered keynote addresses at over 30 conferences worldwide.
Prof. (Dr.) Akash Ved
Professor & Head of Institution, Faculty of Pharmacy | Associate Dean (Pharmacy)
Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam Technical University, Lucknow, India
Dr. Akash Ved, M.Pharm., Ph.D., is a distinguished academician and researcher in the field of Pharmaceutical Sciences with over 17 years of academic and research experience. He has demonstrated exemplary leadership in pharmaceutical education, institutional development, and research advancement.
He is a Member of the Central Council of the Pharmacy Council of India, representing the University Grants Commission, and serves on the Boards of Studies of several universities. He also holds key professional roles as National Joint Secretary of the Association of Pharmaceutical Teachers of India (APTI) and Executive Committee Member of the Indian Pharmacy Graduates’ Association (IPGA).
Dr. Ved’s research expertise lies in Pharmaceutical Chemistry, with a focus on Phytochemistry, Ethnopharmacology, Microwave-Assisted Organic Synthesis, and Medicinal Chemistry. His work emphasizes natural products with hepatoprotective, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, CNS, and anticancer activities.
He has supervised and guided numerous Ph.D. and postgraduate research scholars, contributing significantly to academic and research capacity building in the discipline.
A prolific researcher and innovator, Dr. Ved has authored 100+ research publications, 6 books, and 12 book chapters, and holds 16 patents (8 national and 8 international). His achievements have earned him several honors, including the Best Young Teacher Award, Principal of the Year Award, Dr. P. D. Sethi Memorial Annual Award, and Young Talent Award.
Prof. (Dr.) Girendra Kumar Gautam
Pharmacy Academician (B.Pharm, M.Pharm, PhD, FPLS, FPES)
Director, Shri Ram College of Pharmacy, Muzaffarnagar, Uttar Pradesh, India
Dr. Girendra Kumar Gautam is an accomplished Academician, Researcher, and Social Worker with over 17 years of experience in pharmacy education and public-sector research dedicated to societal welfare.
He completed his Ph.D. in Pharmacy (2013), M.Pharm (Pharmaceutical Chemistry, 2009), and B.Pharm (2006). He currently serves as Director, Shri Ram College of Pharmacy, Muzaffarnagar.
Dr. Gautam has served as a Board of Studies member at Baxil National University (UP), GH Raisoni University (MP), and Bhagwant Global University (UK). He has received 17 prestigious awards, including Director of the Year (2024), Outstanding Scientist Award (2021), and Young Scientist Award (2019).
His academic contributions include guidance of 22 Ph.D., 12 Postgraduate, and 32 Undergraduate students, publication of 160+ research papers, authorship of 24 books, and 37 patents (25 granted, 12 published). He has also received a ₹2.65 lakh research grant.
An active global academic contributor, he has undertaken international academic visits to Singapore, UAE (Dubai), Malaysia, and Nepal, and has delivered keynote lectures worldwide. He is a Reviewer and Editorial Board Member of several National and International journals.
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Prof. (Dr.) Tarun Virmani
Principal
Amity Institute of Pharmacy, Greater Noida, U.P., India
Dr. Tarun Virmani is a visionary academic leader with over 19+ years of experience in higher education, combining excellence in teaching, research, academic administration, and regulatory compliance.
He has demonstrated strong leadership in curriculum development, faculty mentorship, student-centric initiatives, and institutional accreditation processes including Pharmacy Council of India (PCI).
Currently serving as Professor and Principal at Amity Institute of Pharmacy, he has an impressive research profile with 66 Scopus-indexed publications and an h-index of 21 as per Google Scholar, published in reputed international journals. His academic contributions also include textbooks and edited volumes.
Dr. Virmani is widely recognized for fostering interdisciplinary research, industry collaboration, digital learning adoption, and strategic academic planning. His work reflects a strong commitment to academic governance, quality assurance, and innovation.
He remains deeply committed to shaping educational policy, driving institutional growth, and nurturing the next generation of scholars and professionals.
Dr. Vishal Chauhan
HOD (Pharmaceutical Chemistry)
Faculty of Pharmacy and Biomedical Sciences MAHSA University, Selangor, Malaysia
Dr. Vishal Chauhan is a organized professional currently working as Head of Department (Pharmaceutical Chemistry) at the Faculty of Pharmacy and Biomedical Sciences, MAHSA University, Malaysia, with an overall experience of 17 years in academics, research, and pharmaceutical industry.
He completed B.Pharm in 2006 (Ram-Eesh Institute of Vocational and Technical Education, Uttar Pradesh Technical University, India), M. Pharm (Pharmaceutical Chemistry) (with Honours) in 2008 (Institute of Foreign Trade & Management, UPTU, India), PDCTM in 2012 (RAHE, Greater Noida, India), and Ph.D. in Pharmacy in 2012 (under JRF and SRF by UGC).
He owns impactful academic and research contributions, including peer-reviewed publications, international book chapters (Elsevier, Springer), and multiple patents (Indian, UK, Australian).
He has supervised more than 80 undergraduate and postgraduate research scholars, including international exchange students under mobility programs. Currently guiding projects in medicinal chemistry, phytopharmaceuticals, and analytical method development. He successfully mentored research on extraction, isolation, and characterization of bioactive compounds, alongside synthesis and evaluation of novel chemical entities.
He gained industrial exposure as Assistant Production Manager at Jagsonpal Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd., where responsibilities included managing large-scale production of tablets, capsules, syrups, ointments, coating, and packaging, ensuring compliance with GMP and regulatory standards.
He received internal and national-level research grants including UGC Junior Research Fellowship in Pharmacy. Delivered keynote addresses, chaired sessions, and presented research at international conferences across India and Malaysia. He organized symposiums and academic workshops on GMP, drug discovery, and pharmaceutical research practices.
Prof. (Dr.) Tapan Behl
Head
Amity School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Amity University, Mohali, Punjab, India
Dr. Tapan Behl is currently serving as Professor and Head at the Amity School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Amity University, Mohali. He completed his doctoral studies from the Vallabhbhai Patel Chest Institute, University of Delhi, and subsequently worked as a Post-Doctoral Researcher at AIIMS, New Delhi and Kyoto, Japan.
His research interests encompass diabetes and its associated complications, molecular pharmacology, and neuropathic pain. He is actively engaged in exploring molecular mechanisms involved in diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, obesity, and related disorders.
A highly prolific researcher, Dr. Behl has authored 450+ research and review articles in reputed National and International journals, along with international books, and holds numerous patents to his credit.
He serves as a reviewer for several prestigious journals including PLOS ONE, International Immunopharmacology, Investigative Ophthalmology & Visual Science, Oncotargets, Oxidative Medicine and Cellular Longevity, Biomedical Reports, and others.
Dr. Behl has received several prestigious honors such as the Gold Medal for Academic Excellence, Outstanding Researcher Award, Scientist of the Year Award (2017), Young Scientist Award, Best Scientist Award, National Health Award, and the DST International Travel Grant by the Government of India. He is also a recipient of the Sir Rattan Tata Memorial Trust Fellowship.
A recognized Ph.D. research guide, Dr. Behl has supervised numerous postgraduate and doctoral scholars and has successfully completed 70 research projects. He has chaired multiple sessions at National and International conferences.
Notably, Dr. Tapan Behl has been listed for four consecutive years among the top 2% scientists worldwide, as per the rankings released by Stanford University and Elsevier BV.
Prof. (Dr.) Amandeep Singh
Principal
School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Jigyasa University, Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India
Dr. Amandeep Singh, M.Pharm., Ph.D., is a seasoned academician and research professional with over 17 years of experience in pharmaceutical education, research, and institutional leadership. He is currently serving as Principal and Professor at the School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Jigyasa University.
His research expertise spans across Clinical Research and Drug Development, with a strong focus on translational and applied pharmaceutical sciences.
Dr. Singh has actively participated in numerous National and International conferences and has published more than 80 research and review articles in Scopus-indexed and other reputed peer-reviewed journals.
He is also a recognized Ph.D. research guide and is currently supervising doctoral research scholars at Jigyasa University, contributing significantly to research capacity building and academic mentoring.
Prof. (Dr.) Arun Kumar Mishra
Director
Sahu Onkar Saran School of Pharmacy, IFTM University, Moradabad, Uttar Pradesh, India
Dr. Arun Kumar Mishra is a distinguished academician, administrator, and researcher with over 17 years of comprehensive experience in pharmaceutical education, research, and academic governance. He is currently serving as Professor and Director at the Sahu Onkar Saran School of Pharmacy, IFTM University, Moradabad.
He completed his Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm) and Master of Pharmacy (M.Pharm) from U.P. Technical University and subsequently earned his Ph.D. in Pharmacy. His academic excellence was recognized with a prestigious AICTE Fellowship during his M.Pharm studies, along with high percentile scores in the GATE examinations (2006 and 2009).
In addition to his academic leadership role, Dr. Mishra holds key administrative responsibilities as Dean of Students Welfare and Chief Operating Officer (COO) of the IFTM Business Incubation Foundation, contributing actively to institutional development, student welfare, and innovation ecosystems.
His primary research domains include analytical method development and validation, natural product research, dermatology and cosmetology, and pharmaceutical chemistry. His scholarly contributions include 84 research articles and 32 review articles published in reputed National and International journals.
Dr. Mishra has also authored and contributed chapters to 13 academic books and holds 10 Indian patents, reflecting his strong commitment to innovation and translational research.
His outstanding academic and research achievements have been recognized with several prestigious honors, including the Bentham Brand Ambassador Award, Shikshak Shree Award, and Best Researcher Award. He is an active Life Member of professional bodies such as the Indian Hospital Pharmacist Association and the Association of Pharmaceutical Teachers of India (APTI).
Prof. (Dr.) Abhijeet Ojha
Principal, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences | Vice President, APTI Uttarakhand State Branch (2022–2027)
Amrapali University, Haldwani, Uttarakhand, India
Prof. (Dr.) Abhijeet Ojha is a distinguished academic leader and administrator with over 18 years of teaching and academic experience in reputed higher education institutions. He is currently serving as Principal of the Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Amrapali University, Haldwani.
He previously served as Principal at Six Sigma Institute of Technology and Science, Rudrapur, and as Assistant Professor at GRDIMT and DIT University, Dehradun. His academic journey reflects strong leadership in institutional development and academic governance.
Dr. Ojha holds an extensive academic portfolio including Ph.D. (Uttarakhand Technical University), M.Pharm (Bundelkhand University, Jhansi), B.Pharm (Kumaun University, Nainital), MBA (HR), M.Phil, PG Diploma in Marketing, and PG Diploma in Intellectual Property Rights. He also qualified the GATE examination in 2005.
An active contributor to pharmaceutical education, he is a Life Member of APTI, IPA (Executive Council Member), and ACPI, and currently serves as Vice President of APTI Uttarakhand State Branch (2022–2027). He is also a registered pharmacist with the Uttarakhand State Pharmacy Council.
Prof. Ojha has authored 27 textbooks for D.Pharm and B.Pharm programs as per PCI norms, contributed 20 book chapters with reputed publishers such as Elsevier and Springer, and published 70+ research papers in National and International journals.
His innovation and research credentials include 5 published patents and 5 granted design patents. He has also served as a reviewer for several reputed National and International journals.
Dr. Ojha has received 11 prestigious awards, including Young Principal of the Year Award, Outstanding Teacher Award, Professor of the Year Award, Best Principal in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Prof. M. L. Schroff Pharma Recognition Award, and recognition among the Top 30 ICONS of India Magazine.
He has supervised numerous M.Pharm and B.Pharm students, organized over 25 National and International seminars and webinars, and actively participated in workshops and faculty development programs, contributing significantly to academic excellence and capacity building.
Prof. (Dr.) Swamita Arora
Senior Academician & Researcher
Pharmacology & Toxicology
Prof. (Dr.) Swamita Arora is a distinguished academician and researcher in the field of Pharmacology and Toxicology, with over 19 years of teaching and research experience in pharmaceutical education and biomedical research.
She earned her Ph.D. from Amity University, Noida, where her doctoral research focused on Toll-like receptor (TLR)–mediated mechanisms involved in asthma and inflammatory disorders.
Dr. Arora has an impressive publication record with numerous SCI- and Scopus-indexed research articles, contributing significantly to the understanding of asthma, inflammation, neuroprotection, cardioprotection, and drug discovery. She has also authored several high-quality review articles in reputed international journals.
An accomplished educator and mentor, she has served as Professor and Assistant Professor at leading pharmacy institutions in Greater Noida, playing a vital role in curriculum delivery, student mentoring, and academic quality enhancement.
Dr. Arora actively participates in international conferences, faculty development programs (FDPs), and academic seminars. Her areas of academic interest include experimental pharmacology, immunomodulation, respiratory diseases, and translational research.
She remains deeply committed to mentoring young researchers and promoting evidence-based pharmaceutical education, contributing meaningfully to academic excellence and research-driven learning.
Mr. Shivendra Kumar
Distinguished Pharmacologist & Visionary Academician
Dynamic Research Leader (Impressive Portfolio of More than 100 SCI- and Scopus-Indexed Research and Review Publications)
Shivendra Kumar is a distinguished pharmacologist, visionary academician, and dynamic research leader whose career reflects an exceptional blend of scholarly excellence, administrative leadership, and educational dedication. He currently serves as the Chairman of SKS Publication House, where he plays a pivotal role in promoting high-quality scientific publishing, while simultaneously contributing to the public sector as a government professional in Basic Education. His rare ability to balance administrative responsibility with academic productivity highlights his discipline, intellectual rigor, and commitment to national development through education and science.
Earlier in his career, he devoted nearly five years as an Assistant Professor at Rajiv Academy for Pharmacy, where he earned widespread admiration from students and colleagues for his inspiring teaching style, strong mentorship, and passion for research. Holding B.Pharm, postgraduate, and Ph.D. qualifications, Dr. Kumar has developed deep expertise in neuropharmacology, establishing himself as a specialist in this complex and rapidly advancing field.
With an impressive portfolio of more than 100 SCI- and Scopus-indexed research and review publications—including several in reputed high-impact journals—he has made significant scholarly contributions that reflect originality, scientific precision, and meaningful relevance to modern pharmacological science. His research work is widely appreciated for its clarity, innovation, and potential translational value.
Recognized as an accomplished educator and mentor, he actively participates in international conferences, workshops, and faculty development programs, consistently staying at the forefront of scientific progress and pedagogical advancement. His academic excellence has been honored with numerous prestigious recognitions, including Young Researcher Award, Young Scientist Award, Best Student Award, and Best Faculty Award. He has also served as an evaluator and judge at various national and international scientific conferences, demonstrating the trust placed in his expertise by the academic community.
In addition to his research and teaching achievements, Dr. Kumar’s intellectual brilliance is further reflected in his distinction as an International Science Quiz Champion—an accolade that symbolizes his breadth of knowledge, analytical sharpness, and passion for science. Overall, he stands as a highly respected figure whose dedication, scholarly impact, and inspirational leadership continue to influence students, researchers, and the broader scientific fraternity.
Prof. (Dr.) Tulsi Bisht
Professor
Maharaja Agrarian University, Pauri Garhwal.
Dr. Tulsi Bisht has completed her B.Pharm from H.N.B university campus, Srinagar Garhwal in year 2008. She has completed her M.Pharm (Pharmaceutics) from H.N.B (Central University) university campus, Srinagar Garhwal in year 2010. She has completed her Ph.D in Pharmacy from SVU, Gajrula in year 2017. She has an academic experience of 15 years. She has published two books, one book chapter for M.Pharma. She has filed 05 patents and published more than 30 publications in national and international journals. She was awarded with researcher of the year award in 2019 by women commission of India.