Assoc. Prof. Dr Anish Kumar Sharma | Nanomaterials | Best Review Paper Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr Anish Kumar Sharma | Nanomaterials | Best Review Paper Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Anish Kumar Sharma is a seasoned researcher and Principal at the School of Sciences, P P Savani University ๐ŸŽ“. With a Ph.D. in Molecular Biology and Biotechnology ๐Ÿงฌ and minor in Microbiology ๐Ÿงซ, he brings over 9 years of expertise in biotechnology, nanotechnology, and environmental science ๐ŸŒฑ. He has authored 45+ publications ๐Ÿ“š and is known for impactful review articles on bioremediation, agrochemical detoxification, and medicinal plant antioxidants ๐ŸŒฟ. A qualified CSIR-NET, GATE, and ICAR ARS-NET scholar ๐Ÿ…, Dr. Sharma bridges innovative science and practical application, making him a standout contributor in sustainable research and education ๐Ÿ”ฌ๐Ÿ“–.

Assoc. Prof. Dr Anish Kumar Sharma, School of Sciences PP Savani University, India

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๐ŸŽ“ Education

Dr. Anish Kumar Sharma holds a Ph.D. in Molecular Biology and Biotechnology ๐Ÿงฌ, with a minor specialization in Microbiology ๐Ÿงซ. He has demonstrated exceptional academic excellence by qualifying prestigious national exams including GATE Biotechnology in 2011 with 99.01 percentile and AIR-151 ๐Ÿ“Š, ICAR ARS-NET in 2013 and 2018 ๐Ÿ“š, and CSIR-NET in 2013 with AIR-33 ๐Ÿ…. These achievements reflect his deep-rooted expertise and commitment to the life sciences domain. His academic foundation has played a pivotal role in shaping his interdisciplinary research spanning plant science, microbial genetics, nanobiotech, and environmental sustainability ๐ŸŒฑ, positioning him as a top-tier educator and scientific leader.

๐Ÿ›๏ธ Experience

Dr. Anish Kumar Sharma brings over 9 years of academic and research experience ๐ŸŽ“๐Ÿ”ฌ. Currently serving as Principal and Associate Professor at P. P. Savani University, he leads with excellence in education, innovation, and scientific exploration. His expertise spans Plant Biotechnology, Microbial Molecular Biology, Environmental Biotechnology, and Nanotechnology ๐ŸŒฑ๐Ÿงซโš—๏ธ. He has authored 45+ peer-reviewed publications ๐Ÿ“š and guided numerous student research projects. His professional journey reflects dedication to interdisciplinary science, curriculum development, and fostering future-ready researchers ๐Ÿง ๐Ÿ’ก. As a qualified scholar in GATE, CSIR-NET, and ARS-NET, Dr. Sharma integrates academic rigor with impactful contributions to sustainable biotechnology ๐ŸŒ.

๐Ÿ“– Book

๐Ÿ“˜ “Antioxidants from Medicinal Plants and Their Relevance to Human Health” (ISBN: 978-1-947293-40-3) is a comprehensive exploration of the therapeutic potential of plant-derived antioxidants ๐ŸŒฟ. Co-authored by Dr. Anish Kumar Sharma and A. Gupta, this book highlights the molecular mechanisms, biochemical pathways, and health benefits of natural antioxidants in combating oxidative stress and related disorders ๐Ÿ’Š๐Ÿงฌ. It covers key medicinal plants, their phytochemical profiles, and their roles in disease prevention including cancer, diabetes, and cardiovascular issues โค๏ธ๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ. Ideal for researchers, students, and health professionals, this book bridges traditional knowledge with modern biomedical science ๐Ÿ”ฌ๐Ÿ“–.

๐ŸŒฑ Contributions

Dr. Anish K. Sharma has made impactful strides in plant biotechnology, environmental microbiology, and nanotechnology. His pioneering research on Pseudomonas strains for chlorpyrifos degradation ๐Ÿงฌ๐ŸŒพ has advanced bioremediation efforts to detoxify agrochemical-contaminated soils. He has explored enzyme optimization for environmental detox pathways and co-authored pivotal studies on SARS-CoV-2 genome evolution ๐Ÿฆ ๐Ÿ”ฌ, aiding vaccine and tracking strategies. Furthermore, Dr. Sharma promotes agricultural waste valorization ๐ŸŒพโ™ป๏ธ for eco-friendly innovations in pharmaceuticals, agriculture, and clean technologies, supporting a waste-to-wealth circular economy โ™ป๏ธ๐Ÿ’Š๐ŸŒ. His interdisciplinary efforts exemplify science with societal and ecological impact.

๐Ÿ”ฌ Research Focus

Dr. Anish Kumar Sharmaโ€™s research lies at the intersection of Environmental Biotechnology ๐ŸŒฑ, Microbiology ๐Ÿงซ, and Nanotechnology โš›๏ธ. He focuses on developing eco-friendly microbial solutions for bioremediation of pollutants, including pesticides and heavy metals โ™ป๏ธ. His work explores engineered microbes, nano-bioreactors, and sustainable waste-to-resource strategies โ™ป๏ธ๐Ÿ”ฌ. He is also engaged in utilizing plant-based antioxidants, microbial consortia, and nano-enabled materials to combat environmental and health challenges ๐ŸŒ๐Ÿงช. Through his multidisciplinary approach, Dr. Sharma contributes to cleaner ecosystems, improved agricultural practices ๐ŸŒพ, and public health safety, making a significant impact on sustainable and green biotechnology ๐Ÿ’ก๐ŸŒ.

๐Ÿ“š Publications

Nanomaterials: A Promising Approach for Environmental Restoration
Authors: P. Chauhan, J. Pandit, K. Harkhani, A. Tripathi, N. Kumar, M.V. Patel, A.K. Sharma et al.
Journal: Nanotechnology for Environmental Engineering, Vol. 10(1), 2025

Optimization of Culture Conditions for Maximizing Extracellular Organophosphorus Hydrolase Activity in Pseudomonas Strains with Chlorpyrifos Degradation Potential
Authors: A.K. Sharma, J. Pandit, V. Gautam, P. Shirkot
Journal: Optimization, 2019

Antioxidants from Medicinal Plants and Their Relevance to Human Health
Authors: A. Gupta, A.K. Sharma
Publisher: White Falcon Publishing, 2017 (Book)

Biodegradation of Chlorpyrifos by Microbes โ€“ A Review
Authors: A.K. Sharma, J. Pandit
Journal: Discovery Biotechnology, Vol. 7(18), 2016

Emerging Trends in the Valorization of Agricultural Waste and Their Utilization in Agricultural, Pharmaceuticals, and Environmental Cleanup
Authors: V.K. Yadav, A.K. Sharma, A. Gacem, J. Pandit, A. Wany, A. Kumar, M. Arshad et al.
Journal: Waste and Biomass Valorization, Vol. 16(4), 2025

Advanced Bioremediation Strategies for Organophosphorus Compounds
Authors: A.K. Sharma, J. Pandit
Journal: Microbiology and Biotechnology Letters, Vol. 51(4), 2023

Ecological Footprint of Solan District, Himachal Pradesh, India
Authors: J. Pandit, S.K. Bhardwaj, A.K. Sharma
Journal: Current Science, Vol. 122(8), 2022

Prof. Dr Andrea Bernardos | Nanomaterials | Women Researcher Award

Prof. Dr Andrea Bernardos | Nanomaterials | Women Researcher Award

Andrea Bernardos, PhD ๐ŸŽ“, is a chemist specializing in gated mesoporous silica for controlled delivery and nanomedicine. She earned her PhD at UPV under Prof. Ramรณn Martรญnez-Maรฑez, with research stays in Denmark ๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ and the Czech Republic ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ. With 33 publications ๐Ÿ“š, 1700+ citations ๐Ÿ”ฌ, 4 patents, and experience in 12 research projects, she has also won awards in nanotechnology ๐Ÿ†. Currently, she is a Project Manager at Senolytic Therapeutics S.L. ๐Ÿ’ผ, coordinating international R\&D projects (H2020, EIT Health, Neotec ๐ŸŒ). Andrea combines scientific excellence with strong leadership in biotech innovation ๐Ÿ’ก๐Ÿงช.

Prof. Dr Andrea Bernardos, Universitat Politรจcnica de Valรจncia, Spain

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Education ๐ŸŽ“

Andrea Bernardos holds a PhD ๐ŸŽ“ in Chemistry from the Universitat Politรจcnica de Valรจncia (2007โ€“2011), where she conducted research at the Interuniversity Research Institute for Molecular Recognition and Technological Development (IDM) ๐Ÿงช. Her doctoral work focused on gated materials for controlled delivery applications. Prior to her PhD, she earned her Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry ๐Ÿงซ from the Universidad Autรณnoma de Madrid (1999โ€“2006), graduating from the Faculty of Sciences ๐Ÿ“˜. Her strong academic foundation in molecular science and nanotechnology laid the groundwork for her innovative research in drug delivery and nanomedicine ๐Ÿ’ก๐Ÿ”ฌ.

Experience ๐Ÿ’ผ

Andrea Bernardos is currently a Profesora Titular de Universidad ๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿซ at the Universitat Politรจcnica de Valรจncia (UPV) since December 2024, working full-time in the Department of Chemistry at IDM ๐Ÿงช. Her expertise spans biochemistry, inorganic and pharmaceutical chemistry, cell biology, agricultural engineering, and materials technology ๐Ÿ”ฌ๐ŸŒพโš™๏ธ. Prior to this, she was an Investigadora Distinguida at UPV (2021โ€“2024) and a researcher at CIBER-BBN (2020), focusing on biomaterials and nanomedicine ๐Ÿงซ๐Ÿง . She also served as a senior researcher at Senolytic Therapeutics S.L. (2018โ€“2020), bridging academic science and biotech innovation ๐Ÿ’ผ๐Ÿ’Š. Her career combines excellence in research, teaching, and multidisciplinary collaboration ๐ŸŒ๐Ÿ“š.

Achievements ๐Ÿ†

Prof. Dr. Andrea Bernardos ๐ŸŽ“ has been awarded prestigious post-doctoral research grants that highlight her exceptional talent and contribution to scientific advancement. She received the Torres Quevedo Grant ๐Ÿงช from the Spanish Ministry of Economy, Industry, and Competitiveness, supporting her innovative work at Senolytic Therapeutics S.L. for three years (2018โ€“2021). Additionally, she was honored with the Beatriz Galindo Grant ๐ŸŒโ€”a highly competitive initiative for attracting top-tier research talentโ€”by the Ministry of Science and Innovation. This grant supported her continued research excellence at the Universidad Politรฉcnica de Valencia within the Department of Chemistry ๐Ÿ”ฌ, underscoring her leadership in academia and applied science.

Conferences ๐Ÿ“œ

Prof. Dr. Andrea Bernardos ๐Ÿงฌ has actively contributed to international scientific forums with groundbreaking research. At the 5th International Caparica Symposium on Nanoparticles/Nanomaterials and Applications 2022 in Portugal ๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น, she delivered an oral presentation on “Lactose-Gated Mesoporous Silica Particles for Controlled Intestinal Release of Essential Oil Components”, demonstrating her expertise in smart drug delivery systems ๐ŸŒฟ๐Ÿ’Š. Additionally, at the X Longevity World Forum in Valencia, Spain ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ, she shared insights as the corresponding author on “The Challenge to Develop Medicines by Targeting Senescent Cells”, contributing to the frontier of anti-aging and cellular therapy research ๐Ÿงซ๐Ÿง“.

Research Focus ๐Ÿ”ฌ

Prof. Dr. Andrea Bernardos ๐Ÿงช focuses her research on innovative nanotechnology-based approaches for biomedical and environmental applications. Her work spans diverse themes such as biosensors for airborne virus detection ๐Ÿฆ ๐Ÿ”ฌ (Talanta), fluorescent probes for cancer biomarkers ๐ŸŽฏ๐Ÿงซ (Dyes and Pigments), COVID-19-related metabolomics ๐Ÿงฌ๐Ÿ’‰ (Journal of Medical Virology), and antimicrobial nanomaterials ๐ŸŒฟ๐Ÿงผ (IJMS). She also explores chemical strategies for senescent cell removal โš—๏ธ๐Ÿง“ and smart organonanoclays for triggered biomolecule release ๐Ÿ“ฆ๐Ÿ’ก. Through her interdisciplinary work, Dr. Bernardos contributes significantly to health, safety, and materials science, demonstrating a strong commitment to innovation and real-world impact.

Publications ๐Ÿ“„

LC biosensors (Bio-LC): New Resonant Sensors for Direct Detection of Airborne Viruses
๐Ÿงช Journal: Talanta (2025-11)
๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿ”ฌ Authors: Patricia Noguera, Nuria Pastor-Navarro, Andrea Bernardos, Serena Medaglia, Miguel Alcaรฑiz-Fillol, Rafael Masot-Peris, David Gimรฉnez-Romero
๐Ÿ”ฌ Focus: Airborne virus detection via resonant biosensors

Development of a Novel Near-Infrared Fluorescent Probe Based on Nile Blue for the Detection of Leucine Aminopeptidase as a Cancer Biomarker
๐Ÿงช Journal: Dyes and Pigments (2025-09)
๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿ”ฌ Authors: Marcia Domรญnguez, David Azorรญn-Soriano, Jessie Garcรญa-Fleitas, Jennifer Soler-Beatty, Andrea Bernardos, et al.
๐Ÿ”ฌ Focus: Cancer biomarker detection

Metabolomic Biomarkers of Pulmonary Fibrosis in COVIDโ€19 Patients One Year After Hospital Discharge
๐Ÿงช Journal: Journal of Medical Virology (2025-03)
๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿ”ฌ Authors: Marina Botelloโ€Marabotto, Julia Tarrasรณ, Alba Mulet, Lucรญa Presaโ€Fernรกndez, Estrella Fernรกndezโ€Fabrellas, Andrea Bernardos, et al.
๐Ÿ”ฌ Focus: Long-term COVID-19 metabolomics

Antimicrobial Surfaces: Stainless Steel Functionalized with the Essential Oil Component Vanillin
๐Ÿงช Journal: International Journal of Molecular Sciences (2024-11-12)
๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿ”ฌ Authors: Serena Medaglia, รngela Morellรก-Aucejo, Marรญa Ruiz-Rico, Fรฉlix Sancenรณn, Luis A. Villaescusa, Ramรณn Martรญnez-Mรกรฑez, M. Dolores Marcos, Andrea Bernardos
๐Ÿ”ฌ Focus: Antimicrobial surface technology

Chemical Strategies for the Detection and Elimination of Senescent Cells
๐Ÿงช Journal: Accounts of Chemical Research (2024-05-07)
๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿ”ฌ Authors: Jessie Garcรญa-Fleitas, Alba Garcรญa-Fernรกndez, Vicente Martรญ-Centelles, Fรฉlix Sancenรณn, Andrea Bernardos, Ramรณn Martรญnez-Mรกรฑez
๐Ÿ”ฌ Focus: Targeting senescent cells in aging and disease

Evaluaciรณn de Sesiones Prรกcticas de Laboratorio de Materiales y Nanomateriales en Quรญmica, para Alumnos de Primer Curso de Ingenierรญa Fรญsica
๐Ÿงช Conference: INRED 2023 (2023-07-13)
๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿ”ฌ Authors: Andrea Bernardos Bau, Vicente Martรญ Centelles, Marรญa Dolores Marcos Martรญnez, Susana Querol Magdalena, Joana Oliver Talens
๐Ÿ”ฌ Focus: Nanomaterial lab education methods

Gated Organonanoclays for Large Biomolecules: Controlled Release Triggered by Surfactant Stimulus
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๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿ”ฌ Author: Andrea Bernardos
๐Ÿ”ฌ Focus: Smart delivery systems for biomolecules

Raju Khan | Nanomaterials | Best Researcher Award

Raju Khan | Nanomaterials | Best Researcher Award

Dr Raju Khan, Advanced Materials and Processes Research Institute CSIR, India

Dr. Raju Khan is a renowned Senior Principal Scientist and Professor at CSIR-AMPRI, Bhopal, specializing in biomedical engineering and biosensor technologies. With a Ph.D. in Chemistry, his research focuses on the synthesis of nanomaterials for point-of-care diagnostics, including fluorescence/electrochemical biosensors and BioMEMS. Dr. Khan has received prestigious awards like the BOYSCAST Fellowship and Fast Track Young Scientist Award. His impactful publications, particularly in cancer and COVID-19 diagnostics, have been highlighted in Nature India. A global leader in nanotechnology and biomedical innovation, his work continues to shape diagnostic advancements for health and environmental sustainability. ๐Ÿง‘โ€๐Ÿ”ฌ๐Ÿ”ฌ๐ŸŒ๐Ÿ’ก

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Educational Background ๐ŸŽ“

Dr. Raju Khan completed his Ph.D. in Chemistry in 2005 from Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi. His impressive career spans across various prestigious institutions, including his current role as Senior Principal Scientist & Professor at CSIR-AMPRI, Bhopal, since 2022. Previously, he held positions as Principal Scientist & Associate Professor at CSIR-AMPRI (2018โ€“2022) and CSIR-NEIST, Jorhat (2012โ€“2018). He has also served as a Visiting Scientist at the University of Texas, San Antonio, and worked as a Postdoc at the University of the Western Cape, South Africa. Throughout his career, he has contributed extensively to biomedical research and innovation. ๐ŸŽ“๐Ÿ”ฌ๐ŸŒ๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿ”ฌ

Research Focus Area ๐ŸŒฑ๐Ÿงฌ

Dr. Raju Khan research focus is primarily on Biomedical Engineering, with a strong emphasis on Point-of-Care Diagnostics. They work on the synthesis of novel nanostructured materials for biosensor applications, enhancing the detection capabilities of medical devices. Their expertise extends to the fabrication and optimization of fluorescence and electrochemical biosensors ๐Ÿงช, aiming to create efficient and sensitive diagnostic tools. They are also involved in BioMEMS (Biological Microelectromechanical Systems) and Micro/Nano fabrication systems ๐Ÿ”ฌ, which are crucial for developing advanced medical devices. Additionally, their research includes the use of biomaterials for antimicrobial applications ๐Ÿฆ , contributing to healthcare solutions.

Award and Achievementย ๐Ÿ†๐ŸŒ

Researcher has received prestigious awards, including the BOYSCAST Fellowship from the Department of Science & Technology (DST), India, for research at the University of Texas, USA ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ, and the Fast Track Young Scientist Award from DST, India ๐Ÿ…. They also serve as a Scientific Advisor for FSSAIโ€™s Scientific Panel on Methods of Sampling & Analysis (since 2017) ๐Ÿง‘โ€๐Ÿ”ฌ. As a Life Member of the Materials Research Society of India (MRSI) and a World Academy Member, they contribute significantly to global scientific communities ๐ŸŒ. Their highlighted work in Nature India includes research on immunosensors for detecting food toxins, SARS-CoV-2 antigens, and breast cancer biomarkers ๐Ÿงฌ, and graphene quantum dots from waste batteries ๐Ÿ”‹.

Conference Papers Presented

Raju Khan has contributed extensively to scientific conferences worldwide, presenting on diverse topics such as oxidative degradation of surfactants, electrochemical biosensors, and nanocomposites for mycotoxin detection. His research was showcased at prestigious events like the ICC Conference in India ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ, International Conference of Electroanalysis in France ๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท, and the World Congress on Biosensors in China ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ. Notable works include the development of immunosensors for Aflatoxin B1 and prostate-specific antigen (PSA) detection, as well as advancements in biosensors for drug analysis ๐Ÿ’Š. Khan’s innovations in nano-materials and biosensing technologies continue to impact environmental and medical applications.

Publication Top Notes

Iron oxide nanoparticlesโ€“chitosan composite based glucose biosensor

Zinc oxide nanoparticles-chitosan composite film for cholesterol biosensor

Nanostructured MoS2-Based Advanced Biosensors: A Review

SERS based lateral flow immunoassay for point-of-care detection of SARS-CoV-2 in clinical samples

Point-of-care biosensor-based diagnosis of COVID-19 holds promise to combat current and future pandemics

Chitosan/polyaniline hybrid conducting biopolymer base impedimetric immunosensor to detect Ochratoxin-A

Potential of graphene-based materials to combat COVID-19: properties, perspectives, and prospects

Proteomic and metabolomic approaches to biomarker discovery

Next-generation intelligent MXene-based electrochemical aptasensors for point-of-care cancer diagnostics

Electrochemical studies of novel Chitosan/TiO2 bioactive electrode for biosensing application

Conclusion ๐Ÿ”

Dr. Raju Khan’s multidisciplinary research, impactful publications, and extensive contributions to biomedical engineering, biosensors, and nanomaterials make him a highly deserving candidate for the Best Researcher Award. His work continues to pave the way for innovative diagnostic technologies, improving human health and environmental sustainability worldwide.