Abhay Pandey | Herbal Medicine and Nutraceuticals | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Abhay Pandey, University of Allahabad, Prayagraj, India

Prof. Dr. Abhay Pandey is a distinguished biochemist 🧬 and professor at the University of Allahabad 🏛️, specializing in oxidative stress, free radical biology, and natural product biochemistry 🌿. With a Ph.D. in Biochemistry (1993) 🎓, he has over 29 years of academic experience 📚, supervising 12 Ph.D. scholars and 45 M.Sc. dissertations. He has held key administrative roles, including Head of Biochemistry and Assistant Dean. A fellow of NASI and SBC India, he has received prestigious awards 🏆 like the Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan Education Promotion Award. His impactful research continues to shape the scientific community 🌟.

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Education

Prof. Dr. Abhay Pandey holds an impressive academic background in life sciences. 🎓 He earned his B.Sc. in Zoology, Botany, and Chemistry (1982) and an M.Sc. in Biochemistry (1984) from the University of Allahabad, both with first-division honors. 🏅 He qualified for the UGC JRF-NET in Life Sciences (1986) and pursued a Ph.D. (1993) on the “Study of interaction of metal ions with biologically important adenine nucleotides.” 🧬 Additionally, he completed DIM (1997) and PGDIM (1998) from IGNOU. 📚 A recipient of the National and State Merit Scholarships, he also availed JRF & SRF for his research contributions. 🏆

Experience

Prof. Dr. Abhay Pandey has undergone extensive professional training in advanced biotechnological fields. 🧬 He participated in workshops on DNA vaccines (2002) and Recombinant DNA Technology for Vaccine Development (2001) at IVRI, Bareilly. Additionally, he trained in ISO 9000 QA System implementation (1998). ✅ His administrative roles include serving as Head of the Biochemistry Department at the University of Allahabad (2017–2019) and SBSPGI, Dehradun (2002–2004). 🎓 He has held key positions such as Assistant Proctor, Assistant Dean (Students’ Welfare), Warden, and Chairman of multiple university committees. 🏛️ He also contributes as DBT Nominee for Biosafety at MNNIT, Prayagraj. 🔬

Awards

Prof. Dr. Abhay Pandey has received numerous prestigious honors for his contributions to science and education. 🏆 He serves as Associate Editor-in-Chief for VEGETOS (Springer) and as Associate Editor for BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine (Springer). 📖 He was a Guest Associate Editor for Frontiers in Pharmacology (2020–21). His accolades include the Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan Education Promotion Award (2019) 🎖️ and the Distinguished Scientist Award (2016) by SPR. He has been recognized as a Distinguished Academician (2012) and received the Fellow Award (2011–12). ✨ In 2010, he was granted an International Travel Award by DST, India, to visit Spain. ✈️

Research Focus

Prof. Dr. Abhay Pandey is a distinguished researcher in phytochemistry 🌿, medicinal chemistry 🧪, and natural product pharmacology 💊. His research primarily focuses on the biological activities of flavonoids, polyphenols, and other plant-derived compounds, particularly their antioxidant 🛡️, antimicrobial 🦠, anticancer 🎗️, and anti-inflammatory 🔬 properties. He has extensively studied the therapeutic potential of medicinal plants 🌱, their role in gut microbiota modulation 🦠, and their application in metabolic disorders 🔄. His work also explores histone deacetylase inhibitors for cancer treatment and the AMPK pathway in diabetes. His contributions significantly advance phytomedicine and natural drug discovery 🏆

Publication Top Notes

Chemistry and biological activities of flavonoids: an overview

Beneficial effects of dietary polyphenols on gut microbiota and strategies to improve delivery efficiency

Bauhinia variegata leaf extracts exhibit considerable antibacterial, antioxidant, and anticancer activities

Antioxidant mediated protective effect of Parthenium hysterophorus against oxidative damage using in vitro models

Therapeutic potential of Aloe vera-A miracle gift of nature

Scientific validation of the medicinal efficacy of Tinospora cordifolia

Inhibitory activity of Indian spice plant Cinnamomum zeylanicum extracts against Alternaria solani and Curvularia lunata, the pathogenic dematiaceous moulds

Targeting histone deacetylases with natural and synthetic agents: an emerging anticancer strategy

Antifungal and antioxidative potential of oil and extracts derived from leaves of Indian spice plant Cinnamomum tamala

Anti-staphylococcal activity of a pan-tropical aggressive and obnoxious weed Parthenium histerophorus: an in vitro study.

Free radicals: health implications and their mitigation by herbals

Ms.Megan Leonard, Supplementation ,Best Researcher Award

Ms.Megan Leonard, at Texas A&M University,United States

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Education

Doctor of Philosophy – Kinesiology
Texas A&M University

Emphasis: Exercise Physiology, Supplement Nutrition, Exercise and Dietary Psycho-Physiology
Dissertation: Assessment of Nootropic Properties of Upcoming and Novel Ingredients Proposed to Improve Cognitive Function and Performance
Faculty Advisor: Dr. Richard B. Kreider
Expected Graduation: May 2024 – ABD

Master of Science – Clinical Exercise Science
Liberty University

Faculty Advisor: Dr. Andrew Bosak
Graduation Date: December 2019

Bachelor of Science – Kinesiology
University of North Texas

Kinesiology, Health Promotion, and Recreation
Graduation Date: May 2016

Professional Experience

Exercise and Sports Nutrition Laboratory Researcher / Study Coordinator
Texas A&M University

July 2020 – Present

Huffines Institute Volunteer Assistant – Tactical Personnel Research
Texas A&M University

Spring 2021 – Present

Graduate Teaching Assistant
Motor Control and Motor Learning Laboratory (KINE), Texas A&M University

January 2022 – Present

Graduate Teaching Assistant
Physical Education Activity Program (PEAP), Texas A&M University

August 2021 – August 2022

Phlebotomist / Research Assistant
Texas A&M University

Spring 2023 – Fall 2023

Rehab Specialist
Alpha Sports Chiropractic

May 2021 – July 2021

Track & Field Sport Science Intern
Texas A&M University

January 2021 – July 2021

Research Assistant
Texas A&M University

November 2020 – April 2021

CrossFit Coach and Tactical Coach
Row and Oak CrossFit

November 2019 – March 2020

Certified Recovery Specialist – Clinical Leader

December 2017 – August 2020

Research Interests

Exercise Physiology
Supplement Nutrition
Cognitive Function and Performance
Dietary Psycho-Physiology
Human Clinical Research

🎓Publication Top Noted:

**Paper Title : Effects of Supplementation with Microalgae Extract from Phaeodactylum tricornutum (Mi136) to Support Benefits from a Weight Management Intervention in Overweight Women**

Authors:Dickerson, B., Maury, J., Jenkins, V., Rasmussen, C.J., Kreider, R.B.
Journal: Nutrients
Year: 2024

Paper Title :Paraxanthine provides greater improvement in cognitive function than caffeine after performing a 10-km run

- Authors:Yoo, C., Xing, D., Gonzalez, D.E., Rasmussen, C.J., Kreider, R.B.
- Journal:Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition
- Year: 2024

Paper Title :Pharmacokinetic Analyses of Liposomal and Non-Liposomal Multivitamin/Mineral Formulations

Authors: Ko, J., Yoo, C., Xing, D., Rasmussen, C.J., Kreider, R.B.
Journal:Nutrients
Year: 2023

Paper Title :Ethyl chloroformate mediated gas chromatographic-mass spectrometric biomonitoring of acidic biomarkers of occupational exposure and endogenous metabolites in human urine

Authors: Leonard, M., Maury, J., Dickerson, B., Rasmussen, C.J., Kreider, R.B.
Journal: Nutrients
Year: 2023

Paper Title :Risk Factors for Cardiometabolic Disease in Professional Firefighters

Authors:McAllister, M.J., Gonzalez, D.E., Leonard, M., Pence, J., Martin, S.E.
Journal: Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine
Year: 2023