Saikat Chaudhuri | Drug Discovery and Development | Best Researcher Award

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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

Awatef Sassi | Drug Discovery and Development | Women Researcher Award

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Awatef Sassi | Drug Discovery and Development | Women Researcher Award

Dr. Awatef Sassi, Faculty of medicine of sousse, Tunisia

Dr. Awatef Sassi 🧬🔬 is a distinguished postdoctoral researcher at the Faculty of Medicine of Sousse, specializing in cardiovascular and metabolic research. She earned her Ph.D. in Biological Sciences (2018) from the Faculty of Science of Bizerte, following a Master’s in Vascular Diseases Biology (2011) and a Medical Biotechnology degree (2008). Dr. Sassi has contributed significantly to scientific advancements, securing a patent on anti-hypertensive properties of Rosmarinus officinalis and publishing in high-impact journals. She is actively involved in mentoring medical theses and conducting innovative research in biophysics and applied toxicology. 🌿📊

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Education

Dr. Awatef Sassi is a distinguished scholar in biological sciences 🧬, biotechnology 🏥, and vascular diseases ❤️. With a Ph.D. in Biological Sciences 🎓, a Master’s in Vascular Disease Biology, and a Medical Biotechnology degree, she has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to scientific research 🔬. Her extensive expertise spans innovative biotechnological applications and advancements in vascular health, contributing significantly to the medical and scientific communities. Dr. Sassi’s dedication to excellence and groundbreaking research continues to shape the future of biotechnology and vascular medicine, making her a respected figure in the field 🌟.

Experience 

Dr. Awatef Sassi’s postdoctoral research at the Faculty of Medicine in Sousse 🏥 has focused on cardio-pulmonary interactions 💓💨 and biophysics ⚛️, making significant contributions to biomedical sciences. As a dedicated mentor, she has supervised multiple medical theses 📚, showcasing her leadership in academia. Her patented innovation 🏅 on the antihypertensive activity of Rosmarinus officinalis 🌿 (TN 2023/0143) highlights groundbreaking research with potential clinical impact in hypertension treatment 💊. Through her pioneering work, Dr. Sassi continues to advance medical science, bridging research and practical healthcare solutions for improved cardiovascular health ❤️.

Professional Development

Dr. Awatef Sassi is a dedicated educator and researcher 🎓🔬, with extensive experience as a lecturer in analytical chemistry ⚗️. Her involvement in postgraduate training 📚 has strengthened expertise in HPLC/UPLC 💉, mass spectrometry 🧪, and data analysis (SPSS) 📊. Through her teaching and mentorship, she equips students and researchers with essential analytical and computational skills, fostering scientific excellence. Dr. Sassi’s commitment to professional development ensures that future scientists gain hands-on experience in advanced laboratory techniques, making a lasting impact in biotechnology, pharmacology, and medical sciences 🏥🌿.

Research Focus

Dr. Awatef Sassi’s research primarily focuses on phytomedicine 🌿, clinical nutrition 🥗, cardiovascular health ❤️, and pharmaceutical sciences 💊. Her work explores the therapeutic potential of medicinal plants like Rosmarinus officinalis and Nitraria retusa for conditions such as hypertension, obesity, and lipid disorders. Additionally, she has contributed to cardiovascular interventions 🏥, dermatological formulations, and transfusion medicine 🩸. Her studies include randomized clinical trials, pilot studies, and formulation research, highlighting her interdisciplinary approach to natural product-based therapy and clinical pharmacology. Her work significantly impacts personalized medicine, preventive healthcare, and alternative treatment strategies.

Publication Top Notes

The Effect of Rosmarinus officinalis L Infusion Supplementation on Blood Pressure Among Healthy Volunteers and Grade 1 Hypertensive Patients

Antiobesity and Hypolipidemic Potential of Nitraria retusa Extract in Overweight/Obese Women: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Pilot Study

Exploring the Effects of Short-Term Daily Intake of Nitraria retusa Tea on Lipid Profile: A Pre-Post, Uncontrolled Pilot Study in Both Healthy and Overweight/Obese Adults

Distal radial approach versus conventional radial approach: a comparative study of feasibility and safety

Formulation and evaluation of topical halofuginone gel using a novel &lt;I&gt;ex vivo&lt;/i&gt; model

RHD genotyping and its implication in transfusion practice