Tathagata Adhikary | Herbal Medicine and Nutraceuticals | Best Researcher Award

Mr. Tathagata Adhikary, Jadavpur University, India

Dr. Tathagata Adhikary is a dedicated biomedical researcher with a Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering from Jadavpur University, India. His academic journey spans a Master’s in Biomedical Engineering and a B.Tech in Biotechnology. With extensive research experience supported by prestigious fellowships, he has contributed to nanofertilizers, cancer therapy, and bioremediation. A skilled educator and published scholar, Dr. Adhikary has authored numerous journal articles and conference papers. He also serves as a reviewer for reputed scientific journals and has been invited as a guest speaker on clinical data management. His interdisciplinary approach reflects a passion for innovation in life sciences.

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Education

Mr. Tathagata Adhikary holds a Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering from Jadavpur University, India. He earned his Master of Engineering (M.E) in the same field from Jadavpur University (2016–2018) with an impressive CGPA of 8.55/10. 🧬 Prior to that, he completed his B.Tech in Biotechnology from the National Institute of Technology, Durgapur (2012–2016), securing a CGPA of 7.03/10. 📘 His academic journey began at Sudhir Memorial Institute, West Bengal, where he achieved 76.4% in the All India Senior School Certificate Examination (2011), following a strong foundation at Aditya Academy, with 84.5% in his 10th board exams (2009).

Experience

Mr. Tathagata Adhikary has rich research experience, having served as a Senior Research Fellow (June 2022–June 2024) at Jadavpur University, funded by the Department of Higher Education, West Bengal. He was previously a Junior Research Fellow (Aug 2019–Mar 2021) under TEQIP-III and also worked on a NMHS-sponsored project (Aug 2018–July 2019) at NIT Arunachal Pradesh 🌱. In teaching, he conducted practicals and classes in Cell and Molecular Biology for M.E students 🧫 as part of his SRF role at Jadavpur University, contributing to academic excellence with up to six sessions per week 📚.

Awards

Mr. Tathagata Adhikary has made notable academic contributions and achievements. He serves as a reviewer for prestigious journals such as Plant Nano Biology (Elsevier BV) 🧪, Journal of Drug Design and Medicinal Chemistry (Science Publishing Group) 💊, and Technium: Romanian Journal of Applied Sciences and Technology (TechniumScience) ⚙️. He was invited as a guest speaker for a “Value Added Course – Clinical Data Management” organized by Brainware University, India 🎤. Additionally, he qualified the highly competitive GATE 2016 exam in Biotechnology, securing an impressive all-India rank of 822 🏅, demonstrating his academic excellence.

Research Focus

Tathagata Adhikary’s research primarily focuses on interdisciplinary applications in biotechnology, healthcare, and nanotechnology. His work includes studies on phytochemicals, enzyme analysis, oil-water separation, and the biodegradation of pollutants using microbial processes. He also explores the therapeutic potential of natural products like turmeric for wound healing and cancer therapy, emphasizing the integration of computational biology and nanotechnology in drug discovery. His research extends into sustainable practices in agriculture with nanofertilizers and the development of biosensors for healthcare. This diverse body of work contributes to both environmental and health-related innovations.

Publication Top Notes

The internet of things (iot) augmentation in healthcare: An application analytics

Phytochemical analysis and comparative study of antibacterial effect of turmeric extracts using different solvent.

Extraction and separation of oils: the journey from distillation to pervaporation

Enzymes analysis, degradation kinetics, response surface optimization and heavy metal tolerance of the biodegradation of malachite green by Stenotrophomonas koreensis

Cellulases in paper and pulp, brewing and food industries: Principles associated with its diverse applications

Revisiting Therapeutic Potentials of Ethanolic Extract of Curcuma longa L. rhizomes to Evaluate wound Healing Progression upon Topical Application of its Ointment

The paradigm shift towards utilizing nanofertilizers paves a promising future in industrial agriculture and soilless cultivation

Trends in Biosensors and Role of Enzymes as Their Sensing Element for Healthcare Applications

In-silico Approach to Investigate the Phytochemicals of Terminalia arjuna as Multitarget Inhibitors of Proteins Involved with Lung Cancer

Software for Drug Discovery and Protein Engineering: A Comparison Between the Alternatives and Recent Advancements in Computational Biology

Optimization of the Process Parameters to Develop Green‐Synthesized Nanostructures with a Special Interest in Cancer Theranostics

AASHAQ HUSSAIN BHAT | Herbal Medicine and Nutraceuticals | Best Researcher Award

Assist. Prof. Dr AASHAQ HUSSAIN BHAT, Chandigarh University, India

🌍 Assistant Professor at Chandigarh University, India, and Adjunct Faculty at Saveetha University, Chennai. Dr. Bhat specializes in entomopathogenic nematodes, ecology, and biocontrol. He completed his PhD in Zoology at Chaudhary Charan Singh University, India, with multiple awards, including the Dr. Motilal Dalela Gold Medal and Early Career Bursary by the Society of Nematologists. With numerous publications and international recognition, Dr. Bhat is an expert in molecular biology, nematode taxonomy, and biocontrol strategies. He is actively engaged in research and is a jury member for science initiatives. 📚🔬

Education

Assist. Prof. Dr. Aashaq Hussain Bhat has an impressive academic journey, with a Ph.D. in Zoology from Chaudhary Charan Singh University, Meerut (2014-2019). He earned his Master of Philosophy (M.Phil.) in Zoology from the same institution in 2012-2013 with 73% marks. His Master’s degree in Zoology (2010-2012) was completed with 75.02% marks. Earlier, Dr. Bhat obtained his Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of Kashmir (2007-2009) with 67.6% marks. His secondary education was completed at Government Higher Secondary School Hardutoru (2005-2006) with 74%, and high school at the same institution (2003-2004) with 82.4% marks. 📚🎓

Professional position

Dr. Aashaq Hussain Bhat is an accomplished academician and researcher. Currently, he serves as an Assistant Professor at the University Centre for Research and Development, Chandigarh University, Mohali (2023-present) and as an Adjunct Faculty at Saveetha Dental College, Saveetha University, Chennai (2023-present). Dr. Bhat’s previous roles include Postdoctoral Fellow under the Swiss Government Excellence Scholarship at the University of Neuchâtel, Switzerland (2021-2022), Assistant Professor at Government Degree College, Jammu and Kashmir (2020-2021), and Guest Lecturer at Chaudhary Charan Singh University, Meerut (2017-2020). He was also awarded the DST-Inspire Fellowship by the Government of India (2014-2019). 🎓🌍📚

Honors and Awards

Dr. Aashaq Hussain Bhat has received numerous prestigious honors and awards throughout his career. Notably, he was a Jury Member for the World’s First Science Reality Show, Vigyan Ghar Season-2 (2018), and earned the Dr. Motilal Dalela Gold Medal for his research on Steinernema siamkayai in Integrated Pest Management (2018). He has been awarded the Early Career Bursary by the Society of Nematologists (2019), and the Best Oral Presentation Award for his work on Steinernema abbasi (2019). Dr. Bhat was also recognized with the Young Scientist Gold Medal (2015) and MSc Topper Gold Medal (2012). 🏅🎤📚

Member of scientific bodies

Assist. Prof. Dr. Aashaq Hussain Bhat is an esteemed academic and researcher with notable memberships in prominent scientific associations. He is a life member of the Indian Science Congress Association (INCA) 🧑‍🔬, which connects scientists from various disciplines. Dr. Bhat is also an active member of the European Society of Nematologists (ESN) 🪱, contributing to advancements in nematology. Additionally, he is a member of The Society of Chemical Industry (SCI) ⚗️, an organization that fosters innovation and collaboration in the chemical industry. These memberships reflect his dedication to scientific research and his commitment to global scientific progress.