Faculty's Introduction/Biography

Ms. Bhaswati Kashyap is currently pursuing her Master of Pharmacy (M. Pharm) in Pharmacognosy from Assam Science and Technology University. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy from the same university, graduating with First Division. A dedicated academic with hands-on experience in herbal drug formulation, phytochemical analysis, and modern analytical techniques, Ms. Kashyap has been recognized for her contributions to pharmaceutical research, receiving Financial Support for Research Work from the Government of Assam under the Students' Science Project-2023 scheme by the Assam Science Technology and Environment Council (ASTEC), Department of Science and Technology (Notification No. ASTEC/S&T/206/2023-24/734). Additionally, she was awarded Best Oral Presentation for her work titled "Pharmacognostic profiling and HPTLC analysis of Pogostemon benghalensis (Burm.f.) Kuntze leaf extract" under the "Traditional Knowledge System" category at the NTTTHAC-2024 national seminar held at NEMCARE Group of Institutions, Mirza. She has also presented papers at national and international conferences and contributed to scientific literature through book chapters and peer-reviewed journal publications. With a strong inclination towards research and innovation in natural product drug discovery, she continues to grow in the pharmaceutical sciences domain.

Research Interests

• Herbal drug formulation and pharmacognosy
• Extraction and characterization of phytochemicals
• Chromatographic techniques (HPTLC, FTIR)
• Pharmacological evaluation of medicinal plants
• Controlled drug delivery systems using natural resources
• Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial screening
• Computer-aided drug design and in silico analysis
• Ethnomedicinal documentation and traditional knowledge systems

Seminar/Workshop/Conferences/FDPs Attended

• Presented an oral paper titled as 'Development of an antimicrobial, antioxidant hydrogel formulation using Basella alba fruit extract' at 2nd National seminar on novel Innovations in Biomedical Sciences (NIBS) organized by NEMCARE Group of Institutions, Mirza, Kamrup, Assam, held on 14th and 15th March, 2023.
• Presented poster at Recent Trend in Pharmacy (Telemedicine) in the First National Pharmacist Convention at ITA Machkhowa, Guwahati; organized by National Pharmacist's Convention Committee on 9th and 10th March; 2019.
• Presented a poster at the One Day National Seminar on 2nd National seminar on novel Innovations in Biomedical Sciences (NIBS) organized by NEMCARE Group of Institutions, Mirza, Kamrup, Assam held on 3rd May 2019.
• Presented poster in two-days National Conference at 'Pharmagyanav-2022' with the theme Recent Advances and Sustainability in Pharmaceutical Research organized by Pratiksha Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, held on 2nd and 3rd June, 2022.
• Presented oral paper on the topic entitled as 'Pharmacognostic profiling and HPTLC analysis of Pogostemon benghalensis (Burm.f.) Kuntze leaf extract' in the category "Traditional Knowledge System" at the National Seminar on North East Indian's Traditional Wisdom bridging the past and present through knowledge, health practices, agriculture, art and conservation (NTTTHAC-2024) held at Nemcare Group of Institutions, Mirza, Assam on 23rd and 24th February,2024.
• Oral presentation on the topic entitled as 'Designing a Controlled Release Transdermal Patch for Wound Healing Using Natural Resources' at International Conference On 'Pharmaceuticals Fusing with Nutraceuticals Ensuring Healthy Lives and Promote Wellbeing: Global Trend' organized by Assam down town University, 13th and 14th October, 2023.
• Participated in the International Seminar on "Medicinal Plant Production and Advancement in Herbal Medicine, Nutraceuticals, Cosmetics, and Other Herbal Product Formulation Technologies (MedPro Tech)" conducted at School of Agro and Rural Technology, IIT Guwahati on 28th-29th October,2022.
• Participated in the seminar on "Quality and Excellence in Healthcare" organized by Department of hospital administration in association with Internal Quality Assurance Cell(IQAC) on 6th December,2022.
• Participated in the "Hands on expertise on compartmental column chromatography: an easy stem of isolation process organized by NETES Institute of Pharmaceutical Science (NIPS), NEMCARE Group of Institutions (NGI), Santipur, Mirza, Assam-781125 on 6th June, 2023.
• Participated in the Seminar on Good Laboratory Practices (GLP)-2023 held at NEMCARE Group of Institutions, Mirza, Assam on 3rd October, 2023.
• Participated in the "National Workshop on safe animal handling and training" jointly organized by Department of Pharmacology and Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC), NETES Institute of Pharmaceutical Science, NEMCARE Group of Institutions, Mirza, Kamrup, Assam on 14th May, 2022.
• Participated of online training on 'In Silico Drug Design and Its Implementation in Pharmaceutical Sciences by Using Free Software' organized by Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, NETES Institute of Pharmaceutical Science (NIPS) in collaboration with Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) of NEMCARE Group of Institutions(NGI), Santipur, Mirza, Kamrup, Assam on 2nd September, 2023.
• Participated of one day webinar of 'Computer-Aided Drug Design and Demonstration' organized by the Centre for Computational Drug Discovery at Pratiksha Institute of Pharmaceutical Science in Guwahati, Assam, on 28th October, 2023.

Research Papers

• Published a paper entitled "Distribution, ethnomedicinal uses, phytochemical profile and pharmacological activities of Kalanchoe pinnata (Lam.) Pers.: a review'' in JOURNAL OF BIORESOURCES, ISSN: 2394-4315 (Print) ISSN: 2582-2276 (Online), journal webpage: http://jbr.rgu.ac.in
• Published a paper entitled "Exploring the anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial potential of smilax zeylanica extract through in vivo and in vitro analysis'', in Journal of Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry, E-ISSN: 2278-4136 P-ISSN: 2349-8234 https://www.phytojournal.com
• Published a paper entitled "Exploration of the antioxidant and anti-inflammatory potential of Vachellia farnesiana bark by in vitro method'', in Journal of Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry, E-ISSN: 2278-4136 P-ISSN: 2349-8234 https://www.phytojournal.com
• Published a paper entitled "Pharmacognostic Characterization, Preparation and Evaluation of Tincture of Mikania Micrantha Leaves'', in International Journal of All Research Education and Scientific Methods (IJARESM), ISSN: 2455-6211, Volume 12, Issue 2, February-2024, Available online at: www.ijaresm.com
• Published a paper entitled "Shukloti: A Valuable Example of Assam's Traditional Medicinal Plants" in the journal Louhitya sahitya setu in September, 2024.
• Published a paper entitled 'Exploring the Therapeutic Potential of 8 Prenyldaidzein-A Comprehensive Study of its Multi-Target Efficacy in Alzheimer's Disease' in the journal Current Alzheimer Research in November, 2024.

Book/Book Chapters

• 'Future directions in utilizing polymeric nanoformulations for plant bioactives and extracts' published in book Futuristic Trends in Pharmacy & Nursing e-ISBN: 978-93-6252-833-9 IIP Series, Volume 3, Book 3, Year 2024.
• 'Conclusion and future prospects of cellulose-based hydrogels' published in book Cellulose-Based Hydrogels Production, Properties, and Applications 1st Edition, Jan 2025, Elsevier Publishing House, ISBN: 978-0-443-22049-4.

Award/Recognition/Achievement/Fellowship

• Received Financial Support for Research Work from Government of Assam under the scheme of Students' Science Project-2023 by Assam Science Technology and Environment Council (ASTEC), Department of Science and Technology, Government of Assam, vide notification no. ASTEC/S&T/206/2023-24/734.
• Best Oral presentation on the topic entitled as 'Pharmacognostic profiling and HPTLC analysis of Pogostemon benghalensis (Burm.f.) Kuntze leaf extract' in the category Traditional Knowledge System at the National Seminar on North East Indian's Traditional Wisdom Bridging the Past and Present Through Knowledge, Health Practices, Agriculture, Art and Conservation (NTTTHAC-2024) held at Nemcare Group of Institution, Mirza, Assam on 23rd and 24th February, 2024.

Work Experience

Assistant Professor
School of Pharmacy, Pragjyotishpur University
August 1, 2024 – Present

Contact Details

E-mail: bk26phr@gmail.com
Phone No: Request via email

Faculty's Introduction/Biography

Ms. Hiyashree Sharmah serves as an Assistant Professor in the School of Pharmacy at Pragjyotishpur University. She holds a Master's degree in Pharmaceutical Chemistry and is deeply committed to fostering academic excellence and research in the field of pharmaceutical sciences. Her areas of interest include medicinal chemistry, heterocyclic compound synthesis, molecular docking and drug design. She has authored and co-authored several research and review papers published in reputed national and international journals indexed in SCI/SCIE and SCOPUS. Ms. Sharmah has also contributed to a textbook in pharmaceutical chemistry and actively participates in conferences, seminars and faculty development programs to stay abreast of advancements in pharmaceutical education and research.

Beyond academics, Ms. Sharmah is passionate about cultural arts and has successfully completed a seven-year Gunin (Visarad) course in Sattriya Dance, conducted by the Sangeet Sattra Pariksha Parishad, Guwahati. She believes in nurturing a balanced academic environment where scientific curiosity and creative expression go hand in hand, inspiring students to grow holistically.

Research Papers

1. Hiyashree Sharmah*, Pooja Patowary, Lokman Ali Ahmed, Babita Deka, Abu Saif Mustaque, Bhargab Jyoti Sahariah, Coumarin-indole hybrids: synthesis, characterization & anti-inflammatory evaluation, Journal of the Indian Chemical Society, Volume 102, Issue 10, 2025, 102018, ISSN 0019-4522. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jics.2025.102018. (IF: 3.4)
2. Lokman Ali Ahmed, Babita Deka, Hiyashree Sharmah, Pooja Patowary, Bhargab Jyoti Sahariah, Apurba Talukdar, Design and synthesis of novel xanthone-thiazole hybrid derivatives as potent anti-inflammatory agent, Computational Biology and Chemistry, Volume 119, 2025, 108523, ISSN 1476-9271, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.compbiolchem.2025.108523. (IF: 3.1)
3. Siddhartha Sankar Das, Hiyashree Sharmah, Arupjyoti Das, Dipjyoti Sharma, Bhargab J Sahariah, Manish Majumder, Koushik Nandan Dutta (2025). Phytochemical Screening, GC-MS Analysis, Molecular Docking and Antimicrobial Activity Evaluation of Ethanolic Extract from Nymphaea rubra. Advances in Pharmacology and Pharmacy, 13(4), 560-577. DOI: 10.13189/app.2025.130408.
4. Bordoloi T, Wasim I, Sharma H, Parbin S, Patowary K, Sharma S, Patowary D, Sangma KM, Hussain I, Chetia MP, Borah L. DEVELOPMENT OF RP-HPLC METHOD FOR ESTIMATION OF INDOMETHACIN IN SUSTAINED-RELEASE CAPSULE SAMPLES. Biochemical & Cellular Archives. October, 2024, ISSN: 0972-5075.
5. Izaz Hussain, Satyabrat Sarma, Hiyashree Sharmah, Lakhyajit Borah, Abdul Hadi Umam, Mostafa Khursid Alam, Sneha Prabin and Biplab Kr. Dey, A Comparative Study of Fermented and Non-Fermented Bamboo Shoot and their Applications in Nutraceutical and Pharmaceutical. Indian Journal of Natural Sciences (IJONS), Vol. 15, Issue 85, August 2024.
6. Deka B., Patowary P., Bharali D., Sahariah B.J., Talukdar A., Sarma B., Lahkar C., Sharmah H., Bora N.S. (2023). Scientific corroborative evidence of anthelmintic activity of Citrus maxima leaf: a traditionally used herb of Northeast India. International Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research, 14(10), 5070–5073. https://doi.org/10.13040/IJPSR.0975-8232.14(10).5070-73
7. Lokman Ali Ahmed, Hiyashree Sharmah*, A concise review of synthetic xanthone derivatives for Alzheimer's disease, Brain Disorders, Volume 19, 2025, 100256, ISSN 2666-4593, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.dscb.2025.100256.
8. Ahmed L.A., Deka B., Sharmah H., Patowary P., Bharali D., Sahariah B.J., Talukdar A. (2024). Exploring synthetic xanthone derivatives as potential anti-inflammatory agents: a comprehensive review. Chemical Papers, 78(13), 7313–7333. (IF: 2.1)
9. Piya N, Sharmah H, Waris H, Saikia P, Gogoi H, Patowary D, Mazumdar H, Bordoloi T, Hussain I, Borah L, Parbin S, and Saud K. J., Banana (Musa acuminata & Musa balbisiana): India's Beloved Plant with a Wealth of Pharmacological Treasures. Indian Journal of Natural Sciences, February 2025. ISSN: 0976-0997.
10. Ahmed L.A., Mazumdar H., Pal D., Arman S., Deka S., Mazumder S., Adhikari S., Dutta P., Sharmah H*. (2024). Quercetin as an Epilepsy Disease Treatment and Its Nanotechnological Perspective. Journal of Chemical Health Risks, 14(3), 3180–3191.
11. Sharmah H., Ahmed L.A., Tapadar S.B., Alam M.K., Hoque N., Mistry K., Borah L., Gogoi H., Hussain I. (2024). Unveiling The Latest Biological Insight of Indole and Its Derivatives: A Compact Review. Journal of Chemical Health Risks, 14(3), 1607–1623.

Book/Book Chapters

1. Bordoloi, T., Sharmah, H., Ahmed, L. A., Debnath, R., Ikbal, A. M. A., Javed, M., Kumar, A., & Judder, M. I. A Textbook of Pharmaceutical Chemistry (D.Pharm Part-I) (As per PCI syllabus). ISBN: 978-93-6426-673-4.

Seminar/Workshop/Conferences/FDPs Attended

• Completed a five-day FDP on "Cutting-Edge Development and Future Direction in Pharmaceutical and Health Sciences" organized by Sharda University, Greater Noida, from December 17 to 21, 2024.
• Participated in a five-day FDP on "Exploring Technological Advances in Pharmaceutical Education and Research" organized by Bharat Pharmaceutical Technology, Agartala, Tripura, from October 21 to 25, 2024.
• Completed 5 days Faculty Development Program on "Herbal Medicine: Harmonising Traditional Knowledge and Modern Health Care System" organized by The Assam Kaziranga University, Jorhat, Assam.
• Participated and presented a paper titled "Herbal Medicine Formulas for Management of Wound: A Systematic Review of Clinical Trails" in two days National Seminar on Novel Innovations in Biomedical Sciences (NIBS) organized by NEMCARE Group of Institutions in collaboration with The Association of Pharmaceutical Teachers of India, Rajiv Gandhi University-Arunachal Pradesh, Guwahati Biotech Park and NEMCARE Hospitals on 14th & 15th March, 2023.
• Participated and presented a poster titled "Unveiling The Molecular Docking Exploration: Coumarin-Indole Hybrid Derivatives Unearthed As Novel Inhibitors Of Hematopoietic Prostaglandin D Synthase (H-PGDS)" in two days International Conference "AdtU PHARMACON 2.0" on "Pharmaceuticals Fusing with Nutraceuticals Ensuring Healthy Lives and Promote Wellbeing: Global Tren" organized by Organized by the Faculty of Pharmaceutical Science, Assam down town University, Guwahati, Assam, India on 13th and 14th October 2023.
• Attended seminar on "National seminar on good laboratory practices (GLP)-2023" organized by Department of Pharmacology, NETES Institute of Pharmaceutical Science, NEMCARE Group of Institutions, Mirza, Assam. In Collaboration with -Experimental Pharmacological Laboratory (EPL) under the aegis of the Indian Pharmacological Society (IPS) and Association of Pharmaceutical Teachers of India (APTI) on 3rd October, 2023.
• Participated and presented a paper titled "In-Silico Design and Evaluation of Antioxidant and Anti-Inflammatory Potential of Novel Coumarin-Indole hybrid Derivatives" in three days International Conference on Interface of Chemistry, Material Chemistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences(ICMCPS) jointly organized by The Assam Royal Global University and Cotton University on 8th to 10th November, 2023
• Attended webinar on "International Pharmacist Licensure Exams - Training and Career Opportunities" conducted by CliMed Research Solutions, India & RxEdu, on January 17, 2024
• Attended the National Conference on "Northeast India's Traditional Wisdom: Bridging the Past and Present through Knowledge Systems, Health Practices, Agriculture, Art, and Conservation" (NTTTHAC-2024) held at NEMCARE Group of Institutions, Mirza, Assam on February 23rd and 24th, 2024. The conference was organized by NEMCARE Group of Institutions (NGI), Assam, in collaboration with the Research Institute of World's Ancient Traditions Cultures and Heritage (RIWATCH), Arunachal Pradesh and the Association of Pharmaceutical Teachers of India (APTI), Assam State Branch.
• Attended short term training program on "Analytical Instruments and its Applications (HPLC & GC- MS)" at Guwahati biotech Park on 11th and 12th may, 2023.
• Attended a workshop on "A Hands-on Training on HPLC Expertise: A Practical Approach" organized by Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, NETES Institute of Pharmaceutical Science on 13th March, 2024.
• Successfully completing the online training on "In Silico Drug Design and It's Implementation in Pharmaceutical Sciences by using Free Software", Organized by Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, NETES Institute of Pharmaceutical Science (NIPS)
• Participated in one day webinar on "Computer-aided Drug Designing & Demonstration" organized by the Centre for Computational Drug Discovery at Pratisksha Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences in Guwahati on 28th October 2023.
• Attended a workshop on "Proteins in the lens of Molecular Landscape: Computational Biology in Drug Engineering and Targeting Disease" Organised by Institute of Pharmacy, Assam Don Bosco University, Assam India from 09th April – 12th April 2024.

Work Experience

She has been serving as an Assistant Professor in the School of Pharmacy at Pragjyotishpur University since August 2024.

Contact Details

E-mail: hiyashreepju@gmail.com
Phone No: Request via email

Faculty's Introduction/Biography

Ms. Runashree Borah is a dynamic early-career academic with a deep-rooted curiosity for the science behind drugs and their interactions with the human body. A postgraduate in Pharmacology from RGUHS, she represents a new generation of pharmacologists who bridge traditional knowledge with modern innovations in biomedical research.

Research Interests

Ms. Runashree Borah's research interest in pharmacology lies in exploring the molecular mechanisms of drug action and resistance, with a focus on optimizing therapeutic efficacy and minimizing adverse effects. She is particularly interested in the pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics of novel drug compounds, as well as the development of targeted therapies for chronic and infectious diseases. Additionally, she aim to investigate genetical studies and personalized medicine approaches to tailor treatment plans based on individual genetic profiles. By integrating experimental pharmacology with emerging technologies such as computational modeling and high-throughput screening, she will also contribute to the advancement of safer, more effective medications.

Seminar/Workshop/Conferences/FDPs Attended

• Presented Poster on the topic "Pharmacological screening for antiparkinson's activity of allium cepa L. on haloperidol induced parkinsonian rats" at SFEC 2022, held on 22nd of April 2022 at JSS Academy of Higher Education & Research
• Participate in 9th International Congress of Society for Ethnopharmacology, India from 22nd to 24th April 2022.
• Attended 5 days Faculty Development Program (FDP) on Cutting-edge Developments and Future Directions in Pharmaceutical & Health organized by the Sharda University, Greater Noida on 17th-21st December 2024.

Research Papers

• Menopause transition and the development of rheumatoid arthritis: An overview. Published at Defence Life science Journal.
• Evaluation of chicory leaf extract on chronic kidney disease model in streptozotocin-induced diabetic nephropathy. Published at Advances in Traditional Medicine.

Award/Recognition/Achievement/Fellowship

• Invited as a delegate in the Pharma Anveshan theme 'Entrepreneurship & Startups in Pharma and Pharmacy Practice: Encouraging Innovation, Incubation Centers and Pharmaceutical Startups' held at THE ASSAM DON BOSCO UNIVERSITY, Assam on 9th March 2025.

Work Experience

Contact Details

E-mail: runashree@pju.edu.in
Phone No: Request via email

Faculty's Introduction/Biography

Mr. Manoj Kashyap is a dedicated faculty member in the School of Pharmacy, specializing in Pharmaceutical Chemistry. With a strong academic and research background, he is committed to delivering high-quality education and mentoring students in both the theoretical and practical aspects of the subject. Mr. Kashyap actively participates in research, curriculum development, and academic initiatives, contributing to a dynamic and inspiring learning environment.

Research Interests

Mr. Manoj Kashyap's research interests lie in the areas of medicinal chemistry, drug design and development, molecular docking studies, synthesis of novel therapeutic agents, and phytochemical analysis. He is particularly focused on exploring bioactive compounds for the treatment of cancer, inflammation, and infectious diseases, integrating both synthetic and computational approaches.

Seminar/Workshop/Conferences/FDPs Attended

• Presented a research paper titled "Evaluation of anthelminthic activity of citrus maxima leaf: a traditionally used herb of Northeast India" at the 2nd National Seminar on Novel Innovations in Biomedical Sciences (NIBS) - 2023," held at NEMCARE Group of Institutions, Mirza, Assam, on 14th and 15th March 2023.
• Presented a research paper titled "Synthesis, Spectral Analysis, and In-silico Studies of Acetylated Coumarin–Thiazole Derivatives" at the National Conference on "Northeast India's Traditional Wisdom: Bridging the Past and Present through Knowledge Systems, Health Practices, Agriculture, Art, and Conservation (NTTTHAC-2024)," held at NEMCARE Group of Institutions, Mirza, Assam, on 23rd and 24th February 2024.
• Attended 5 days Faculty Development Program (FDP) on Cutting-edge Developments and Future Directions in Pharmaceutical & Health organized by the Sharda University, Greater Noida on 17th-21st December 2024.
• Attended 5 days Faculty Development Program (FDP) on Advances in QbD, Computational Tools, Machine Learning & Artificial Intelligence in Pharmaceutical Formulation Development: Current Trends & Future Prospects organized by The Assam Kaziranga University, Jorhat, Assam, held from 6th to 10th January 2025.

Research Papers

• Published a Research paper entitled A technique based on infrared spectroscopy for determining sulfanilamide levels sustainably: Progress and comparisons of greenness and whiteness using ComplexGAPI, AGREE, and RGB in the Journal Spectrochimica Acta Part A: Molecular and Biomolecular Spectroscopy (indexed in Scopus) in May 2024.
• Published a paper entitled An Overview of Synthetic Derivatives of Thiazole and their Role in Therapeutics in Fabad Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences (Indexing in Scopus) in October 2024.
• Published a paper entitled Medicinal Chemistry of Kinase Inhibitors: A Review of Recent Advances in Cuestiones de Fisioterapia (Indexing in Scopus) in February 2025.
• Published a paper entitled Integrative Approaches to Depression: A Comparative Review of Allopathic and Phytochemical Therapies and Their Challenges in Current Functional Foods, Bentham Sciences (Indexing in Scopus) in May 2025.

Book/Book Chapters

N/A

Award/Recognition/Achievement/Fellowship

• Invited as a delegate in the Pharma Anveshan theme 'Entrepreneurship & Startups in Pharma and Pharmacy Practice: Encouraging Innovation, Incubation Centers and Pharmaceutical Startups' held at THE ASSAM DON BOSCO UNIVERSITY, Assam on 9th March 2025.
• Recognized as a Reviewer for the journal Cancer Pathogenesis and Therapy (Elsevier).

Work Experience

Assistant Professor at Pragjyotishpur University since August 1, 2024 (Present).

Contact Details

E-mail: manoj@pju.edu.in
Phone No: Request via email

Faculty's Introduction/Biography

He graduated with a Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy from Assam downtown University in 2021 and completed his Master's degree with a specialization in Pharmaceutics from Assam downtown University in 2024 and is currently pursuing his PhD. He has authored several review papers and book chapter in reputed international journals and books. He has also co authored a book published. He is interested in teaching subjects Including pharmaceutics, drug delivery systems, novel drug delivery system, sustained and controlled release drug delivery systems, drug designing, and pharmacokinetics.

Research Interests

Noval drug delivery system, Drug designing, Pharmacokinetics, Bio–pharmaceutics.

Seminar/Workshop/Conferences/FDPs Attended

• Has participated in one week online FDP entitled "Phytopharmacology and Drug Discovery: Exploring Natural Sources for Novel Therapeutics" held from 29 to 29th March 2025 conducted by Department of Pharmacology, Sir C. R. Reddy College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Eluru
• Has participated in the five days International Faculty Development Programme on Cutting-edge Developments and Future Directions in Pharmaceutical & Health Sciences, from December 17, 2024 to December 21, 2024, at School of Pharmacy. Sharda University, Greater Noida
• Has participated in the webinar on "Stimuli Responsive Drug Delivery Systems By Exploring Light Responsive targeted Therapy" on 27,Aug 2024 organised by Department of Pharmacy, Himalayan University, Itanagar

Research Papers

• A review article on "The Mucoadhesive Drug Delivery System: A Comprehensive Overview Of Penetration Enhancers" Journal of Chemical Health Risks ISSN No. 2251-6727
• A review article on "A Brief Review on Light Responsive Drug Delivery System as Personalized Medicine of Photodynamic Therapy and Over Years of Advancement on the Therapeutics" Journal of Chemical Health Risks ISSN No. 2251-6727
• A review article on "A Comprehensive Review on Niosomes in Drug Delivery and Recent Advancements". Journal of Drug Delivery and Therapeutics ISSN No. 2250-1177
• A review article on A Review on "Indigenous Medicinal Plants of North East India used as Antidiabetic". Asian Journal of Pharmaceutical and Health Sciences ISSN No. 2231–234X
• Published an article entitled "Integrative Approaches to Depression: A Comparative Review of Allopathic and Phytochemical Therapies and Their Challenges."
• Published an article entitled "Review on Organoids at the Forefront of Enamel Regeneration, Cutting-Edge on Advancement in Tooth Tissue Engineerin" Current Dentistry Bentham Science ISSN(Online) 2542-5803

Book/Book Chapters

• Co-authored a book title An Elementary Book Of Pharmaceutics (For D. Pharm Part-1) ISBN 978-93-6426-048-0
• Publish a book chapter on "Current Challenges On Bioadhesive Buccal Drug Delivery Systems".
• A book chapter "3D Printing: Revolutionizing Personalized Medicine"

Award/Recognition/Achievement/Fellowship

N/A

Work Experience

9 months

Contact Details

E-mail: sdutta@pju.edu.in
Phone No: Request via email

Faculty's Introduction/Biography

Mr. Hemanga Mazumdar is an Assistant Professor at the School of Pharmacy, Pragjyotishpur University. He holds a Master's degree in Pharmaceutics and is currently pursuing his Ph.D. from Assam down town University. His academic interests lie in drug delivery systems, pharmaceutical formulation development, novel dosage forms, and industrial pharmacy.

He previously served as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Pharmacy at Mahatma Gandhi University, where he gained 1 year and 3 months of teaching and research experience. Mr. Mazumdar is committed to academic excellence and innovation in the field of Pharmaceutics, and he actively mentors students to develop strong foundations in pharmaceutical sciences.

Research Interests

Formulation development, Hypertension

Seminar/Workshop/Conferences/FDPs Attended

1. Completed 5 days Faculty Development Program on Cutting-edge Developments and future Directions in Pharmaceutical & Health organized by the Sharda University, Greater Noida on 17th- 21st December 2024.
2. Attended Five - Days Online Faculty Development Program (FDP) Advances in QbD, Computational Tools, Machine Learning & Artificial Intelligence in Pharmaceutical Formulation Development: Current Trends & Future Prospects held from 6th to 10th January 2025, Jointly Organized by School of Pharmacy and IQAC, The Assam Kaziranga University, Jorhat, Assam.

Research Papers

1. "Ethnomedicinal Practices and traditional Medicinal Plants of Barak Valley, Assam: A systemic review"; Pervej Alom Barbhuya, Abdul Mannaf Laskar, Hemanga Mazumdar; Journal of Pharmacopuncture, 2022;25(3):149-185
2. "Preliminary Phytochemical Screening, Qualitative Analysis and study of Anti-Inflammatory activity of Rhynchosia Beddomei: Jyoti Pandey, Hemanga Mazumdar, A.Lazha; Romanian Journal of Diabetes, Nutrition and Metabolic Diseases; 2023, Volume 30, Pages 1014-1020
3. "Quercetin as an Epilepsy Disease Treatment and its Nanotechnological Perspective"; Lokman Alin Ahmed, Hemanga Mazumdar, Devlina Pal, Sahil Arman, Sourav Deka, Sujayita Mazumder, SoumikAdhikari, Pritam Dutta, Hiyashree Sharmah; Journal of Chemical Health Risks; JCHR (2024) 14(3), 3180-3191, ISSN: 2251-6727
4. Published a paper entitled Banana (Musa acuminate & Musa balbisiana): India's Beloved Plant with a Wealth of Pharmacological Treasures in Indian Journal of Natural Sciences, February 2025; ISSN: 0976 – 0997

Book/Book Chapters

1. "A textbook of Molecular Pharmaceutics (Nanotechnology & Targeted DDS)"; (ISBN 978-81-19492-82-4); Mr. Hemanga Mazumdar, Dr. Anupama Setia, Mr. Gireesh Tripathi, Mr. Gourab Saha. Publisher- Mahi Publication.
2. "Herbal Drug Technology"; (ISBN: 978-93-95078-92-6); Dr. Shakir Saleem, Mr. Kamalesh Mistry, Mr. Hemanga Mazumdar & Mrs. Pratima Bisen. Publisher- Stallion Publication.

Award/Recognition/Achievement/Fellowship

Nil

Work Experience

• Mahatma Gandhi University - 1.3 years
• Pragjyotishpur University - 8 months

Contact Details

E-mail: hemangamazumdar@pju.edu.in
Phone No: 7002677322

Faculty's Introduction/Biography

Mr. Geetartha Saikia is currently serving as an Assistant Professor at the School of Pharmacy, Pragjyotishpur University. He obtained his Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm) degree from Pratiksha Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences in 2023 and completed his Master of Pharmacy (M.Pharm) in Pharmaceutics from the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Dibrugarh University, in 2025. His research interests primarily focus on nano formulations and advanced drug delivery systems, with particular emphasis on the development of nanogels for targeted and controlled drug delivery. Mr. Saikia is passionate about exploring innovative pharmaceutical formulation strategies to enhance therapeutic efficacy and patient compliance. He is dedicated to fostering research oriented learning among students and contributing to the advancement of pharmaceutics through both academic and applied research.

Research Interests

His research interests focus on the design and development of novel nanoformulations and advanced drug delivery systems for improved therapeutic efficacy. He is particularly interested in stimuli-responsive nanogels, polymeric nanoparticles, and hydrogel-based systems for targeted and controlled drug release. His work also includes exploring phytopharmaceuticals, antioxidant and antimicrobial studies of herbal extracts, and integrating herbal bioactives into nanocarrier systems. Additionally, he is keen on the development of smart drug delivery systems responsive to physiological stimuli such as pH, reactive oxygen species (ROS), and glucose levels, aiming to enhance the precision and effectiveness of modern pharmaceutical therapy.

Seminar/Workshop/Conferences/FDPs Attended

• Presented poster in INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON NAVIGATING THE FUTURE OF PHARMA & BIOTECH INDUSTRY: HARMONIZING THE INDUSTRY AND ACADEMIA Date: 21-22 March, 2025 in Dibrugarh University.
• Presented poster in INTERNATIONAL SEMINAR on "MODERN MEDICINE AND RATIONAL USE OF MEDICINE-A CHALLENGE" Dr. Triguna Sen Memorial Hall, Jadavpur University, Kolkata, India 17th January, 2025.
• Presented poster in DST-PURSE SPONSORED NATIONAL SEMINAR On NANOTECHNOLOGY IN BIOTHERAPEUTICS: ADVANCEMENT IN DRUG DISCOVERY, DEVELOPMENT AND DELIVERY SYSTEMS in Dibrugarh University
• Participated in Pharmagyanav-2022, two days National Conference on "Recent Advances and Sustainability in Pharmaceutical Research".
• Attended and Participated a National Conference on "Drug Discovery and In-silico Drug Design".
• Attended International Webinar on "Management of covid-19 pandemic: Current Facts, challenges & Future Prospects".
• Participated in one day webinar on Computer-Gided Drug Designing & Demonstrations organized by the Center for Computational Drug Discovery at Pratiksha Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences in Guwahati, Assam on 28 Oct 2023.

Research Papers

• Research Article entiteled "Extensive Pharmacognostic Standardization, Phytochemical Screening, In-Vitro Anti-Oxidant, and Anthelmintic Activity of Ethanolic Leaf Extract of Garcinia pedunculata" published in International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Paper ID: SR24718112226, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/SR24718112226.
• Review Article entiteled "Helminthic Infection and Anthelmintic Drugs: Synthetic and Herbal Approaches" published in International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Paper ID: SR24711201833, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/SR24711201833.

Book/Book Chapters

• Submission status of book chapter titled "Smart drug delivery: Innovations in ROS and Glucose-Triggered Systems" in Cambridge Scholars Publishing publishes. The book chapter is currently under peer review.

Award/Recognition/Achievement/Fellowship

NIL

Work Experience

Internship under Aishwarya Health Care, Sikkim.

Contact Details

E-mail: geetarthasaikia14@gmail.com
Phone No: Request via email

Faculty's Introduction/Biography

Ms. Nituporna Bora is an enthusiastic academician in the field of Pharmaceutics. She completed her M. Pharm in Pharmaceutics from NETES Institute of Pharmaceutical Science, under Assam Science and Technology University (ASTU), in 2025, and her B. Pharm from Pratiksha Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Guwahati, in 2022.

Her areas of interest include formulation development, advanced drug delivery systems, and pharmaceutical technology. Ms. Bora is passionate about teaching and research, and she strives to inspire students to explore innovation in pharmaceutical sciences through practical understanding and critical thinking.

Research Interests

• Formulation of Herbal Lipstick Using Natural Colour Extract from Amaranthus Gangeticus Linn Leaves.
• Preparation and Development of Curcumin Loaded Invasomal Hydrogel for effective Acne Treatment in Wistar Rat.

Seminar/Workshop/Conferences/FDPs Attended

• Presented poster at 1st International Conference on "Experimental and Molecular Pharmacology Interface in Drug Discovery and Development, 2024
• Presented a poster in two days National conference "PHARMAGYANAV - 2022". Organised by Pratiksha institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences in collaboration with Assam Science Society and Indian Pharmaceutical Association.
• Presented a poster in two days National conference "PHARMAGYANAV - 2024". Organised by Pratiksha Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences on the theme "Convergence of Traditional Knowledge and Advanced Technology for Drug Discovery".
• Presented poster in national conference on NORTHEAST INDIA'S TRADITIONAL WISDOM BRIDGING THE PAST AND PRESENT THROUGH KMOWLEDGE SYSTEM, HEALTH PRACTICES, AGRICULTURE, ART AND CONSERVATION (NTTHAC) Organized by NEMCARE Group of Institutions.
• Presented a poster at two-day national conferences at the 27th Annual National Convention APTICON 2024 on the theme "Beyond the Counter: Transforming Pharmacy Education for Industry and Patient Impact".

Research Papers

• Formulation and Evaluation of Herbal Lipstick Using Natural Colour Extract from Amaranthus Gangeticus Linn Leaves, International Journal of Pharmaceutical Science and Research, 2024

Review Papers

• A Comprehensive Survey on Models Used for Acnegenesis, International Journal of Dermatology and Clinical Research, 2024
• INVASOMES IN COSMETICS: ENHANCING SKIN PENETRATION AND ACTIVE INGREDIENT DELIVERY, International Journal of Pharmaceutical Science and Research, September, 2025

Book/Book Chapters

• CRACK YOUR EXIT EXAM (FOR ALL D. PHARM CANDIDATES), SCIENTIFIC INTERNATIONAL PUBLISHING HOUSE (SIPH), 2023

Award/Recognition/Achievement/Fellowship

• Best poster in two days National conference "PHARMAGYANAV - 2022". Organised by Pratiksha Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences in collaboration with Assam Science Society and Indian Pharmaceutical Association.

Work Experience

Contact Details

E-mail: bnituporna@gmail.com
Phone No: Request via email

Faculty's Introduction/Biography

Mr. Sourin Sarma is an Assistant Professor in the School of Pharmacy, Pragjyotishpur University, Guwahati, Assam. He holds a B.Pharm from Girijananda Chowdhury Institute of Pharmaceutical Science and an M.Pharm in Pharmacology. With a strong academic and research background, Mr. Sarma is dedicated to advancing pharmaceutical education through innovative teaching and hands-on learning.

His research interests include pharmacological screening of novel compounds, phytopharmacology, and formulation development. He actively mentors students in research and professional growth, promoting analytical thinking and practical skills. Mr. Sarma aims to strengthen the link between academic learning and real-world pharmaceutical applications for better healthcare outcomes.

Research Interests

Mr. Sarma’s research focuses on advanced pharmacological studies exploring novel therapeutic approaches and understanding complex drug–disease interactions. His work emphasizes neuropharmacology, molecular pharmacology, and phytopharmacology, with a special interest in evaluating bioactive compounds from natural sources for chronic and degenerative diseases.

Seminar/Workshop/Conferences/FDPs Attended

• “Trained Mycrobacteriophage: Could Be A Potential Therapeutic Strategy Against Phage Resistance Tuberculosis (TB)” – Presented at National Science Day Celebration (Decipher), GIPS, Guwahati.
• “Decellularisation: Prospects for Organ Transplantation” – Secured 1st position at 66th Annual Technical Session of Assam Science Society, 2022.
• “Antioxidant and Antimicrobial Properties of Tabernaemontana Divaricata Plant” – Presented at 70th Indian Pharmaceutical Congress, Amity University Campus, Delhi-NCR.

Research Papers

• “Conjugation of Naproxen to Polyethylene Glycol (PEG) and Evaluation of Drug Release” – IJPBSTM, 2019, 9(3): 539-547.
• “Mangrove Ecosystems: A Promising Source of Novel Antibiotics…” – Cuestiones de Fisioterapia, Feb 2025, 54(3): 3538-64.
• “Evaluation of Lipoxygenase Inhibitory Potential from Star Fruit Leaves” – Cuestiones de Fisioterapia, Feb 2025, 54(3): 4895-904.

Work Experience

• Junior Research Fellow, Department of Biotechnology, Govt. of India – 6 months
• Assistant Professor, NEPEDS Group of Institutions – 2 years 6 months
• Currently serving at Pragjyotishpur University

Contact Details

E-mail: sourinsarma28646@gmail.com
Phone No: 9678422912