Saikat Chaudhuri | Drug Discovery and Development | Best Researcher Award

Assist. Prof. Dr. Saikat Chaudhuri at CSIR-Central Leather Research Institute, India.

Assist. Prof. Dr. Saikat Chaudhuri is an accomplished organic chemist specializing in natural product synthesis and green chemistry. 🎓 He earned his Ph.D. from IISER Bhopal, focusing on Clavine alkaloids, and holds degrees from Visva Bharati and Burdwan Universities. 🏅 He is a recipient of the Young Scientist Award (2024) and prestigious UGC fellowships. At CSIR-CLRI, he teaches and mentors students across disciplines, guiding numerous projects and theses. 📚 His innovative research, backed by major grants, has led to impactful publications in synthesis and catalysis. 🧪 His work fuels advancements in affordable pharmaceutical chemistry and sustainable methodologies.

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Education

Assist. Prof. Dr. Saikat Chaudhuri holds an impressive academic background in organic chemistry. He completed his Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry from IISER Bhopal (2013–2017) under the mentorship of Prof. Alakesh Bisai, focusing on the total syntheses of naturally occurring Clavine alkaloids 🧪. Prior to this, he earned his M.Sc. in Organic Chemistry from Visva Bharati University (2010–2012) 📘 and a B.Sc. (Hons.) in Chemistry from Burdwan University (2007–2010) 🔬. His strong academic foundation laid the groundwork for his research excellence and innovative contributions to synthetic organic chemistry and drug development.

Awards

Assist. Prof. Dr. Saikat Chaudhuri has been recognized with several prestigious honors throughout his academic journey. In 2024, he received the Young Scientist Award from the CRS Society, Vidyasagar University 🌟. Earlier, he was awarded the esteemed Dr. D.S. Kothari Postdoctoral Fellowship (2019–2021) by UGC, Government of India 🧪. During his doctoral research, he was a recipient of both Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) and Senior Research Fellowship (SRF) from UGC-NET (2013–2017) 📚. His early promise was evident when he earned the Swami Vivekananda Merit-cum-Means Scholarship (2011–2012) from the Govt. of West Bengal.

Research Focus

Assist. Prof. Dr. Saikat Chaudhuri is a rising expert in synthetic organic chemistry and medicinal chemistry. His research focuses on the development of novel synthetic methodologies 🧪 for constructing complex heterocycles, such as indoles, benzazepinoindoles, and spiro compounds 🌱. These molecules show promising biological activity, including antibacterial and antifungal properties 💊🦠. He also explores green chemistry approaches, metal-free catalysis, and the total synthesis of natural products 🌍. His work significantly contributes to drug discovery and design, making him a valuable contributor to pharmaceutical research and sustainable chemistry.

Publication Top Notes

Synthesis of Dihydro‐benzazepinoindoles via an Oxidative Pictet–Spengler Reaction

A New Homogeneous Catalyst for the Synthesis of 3,3′‐Bis(indolyl)methanes: Collective Synthesis of Arundine, Turbomycin B, Arsindoline A, and Tris(1H‐Indol‐3‐yl)methane*

A Transition Metal‐Free Strategy for Dihydrobenzazepinoindole via KI‐Mediated Oxidative Pictet–Spengler Reaction

Pentafluorophenol‐Catalyzed Metal‐Free Fischer Indole Synthesis: A Novel Approach to Carbazole Derivatives and Desbromoarborescidine A*

Water Mediated Chemoselective Synthesis of Novel Spiro Benzoxazinoindoline and Extended Synthesis of Spiro Benzoxazinoindene Derivatives*

A Practical and Metal‐Free Approach Towards Synthesis of Spiro‐Benzazepinoindole Derivatives via Pentafluorophenol Catalyzed Pictet‐Spengler Reaction**

Efficient, One‐Pot, Green Syntheses of Analogues of 3,4‐Dihydro‐2H Pyrroles as Potential New Antifungal and Antibacterial Agents.

A convenient proline catalysed Paal–Knorr synthesis of highly substituted pyrrole: construction of a pyrrolo[2,1-a]isoquinoline scaffold

Syntheses of Novel Spirobenzazepinoindole Derivatives via Lewis‐Acid Catalyzed Pictet‐Spengler Cyclization

Self-Healable Hydrogels from Vegetable Oil: Preparation, Mechanism, and Applications

A Comprehensive Review of Synthetic Approaches Toward Lamellarin D and its Analogous

Catalytic Asymmetric Approach to the Naturally Occurring Clavine Alkaloid, (+)-Lysergine

Harnessing leather waste in polymer matrix for sustainable smart <scp>shape‐stable</scp> phase change materials

Green synthetic approaches for medium ring-sized heterocycles of biological and pharmaceutical interest

Bekri Melka Abdo | Drug Discovery and Development | Top Pharmaceutical Scientist Award

Mr. Bekri Melka Abdo, Ethiopian Institute of Agricultural Research, Ethiopia

Bekri Melka Abdo is a dedicated organic chemist specializing in natural product chemistry 🌿. With expertise in plant sample collection, extraction, compound isolation, and structure elucidation, he focuses on bioactive compounds from Ethiopia’s medicinal and aromatic plants. His research contributes to developing natural product-based treatments for leishmaniasis 🦠. He has two published journal articles, an h-index of 7, a Google patent, and an ISBN-registered book 📖. Actively engaged in research and consultancy, Bekri is committed to innovative drug discovery and advancing natural product chemistry for global health.

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Education

Bekri Melka Abdo is a dedicated professional in organic chemistry 🧪, specializing in natural product chemistry 🌿. His expertise encompasses plant sample collection and preparation, extraction, compound isolation, and structure elucidation. He is skilled in qualitative and quantitative analysis, as well as biological activity determination of natural products extracted from various aromatic and medicinally significant 🌱 exotic and endemic plant species of Ethiopia. With a strong foundation in the field, he contributes to the discovery and characterization of bioactive compounds, supporting advancements in medicine, pharmaceuticals, and biotechnology 🔬. His research plays a vital role in exploring Ethiopia’s rich botanical resources.

Experience

Bekri Melka Abdo is a passionate researcher in natural product chemistry 🌿, with a strong track record of research and innovation 🔬. He has successfully completed two research projects and maintains an h-index of 7 📊. His contributions extend to industry consultancy and collaborative projects, showcasing his impact in the field. He has authored a book with an ISBN 📖 and has a Google patent pending. His work is recognized in SCI and Scopus-indexed journals 🏅, with two publications. Actively engaged in editorial roles and professional memberships, he continues to drive scientific advancements in bioactive compound discovery.

Award

Bekri Melka Abdo, with his early career achievements and promising research in natural product chemistry 🌿, is an ideal candidate for the Young Scientist Award 🏆. His dedication to bioactive compound discovery, coupled with his impactful contributions to scientific research and innovation 🔬, highlights his potential for future breakthroughs. With a strong foundation in natural product extraction, analysis, and biological activity determination, he is paving the way for new discoveries in medicine and biotechnology 💊. This award category recognizes emerging researchers like Mr. Abdo, whose work demonstrates both excellence and the promise of transformative scientific advancements.

Research Focus

Mr. Bekri Melka Abdo specializes in phytochemistry and antiparasitic drug discovery, focusing on the bioassay-guided isolation of natural compounds for therapeutic applications. His research on dehydrocostus lactone from Echinops kebericho highlights its potential as a leishmanicidal drug 🦟⚕️. His work integrates natural product chemistry, pharmacognosy, and infectious disease research, contributing to novel drug development against leishmaniasis. By combining traditional medicinal plants with modern bioassays, he advances the search for effective, plant-derived antiparasitic treatments 🌱🔬. His research holds promise for addressing neglected tropical diseases through sustainable and nature-inspired therapies.

Publication Top Notes

Bioassay-guided isolation of dehydrocostus lactone from Echinops kebericho as a leishmanicidal drug