Details of Educational Qualification:
| Degree |
Specialization |
University |
College |
Year of
Passing |
| PhD |
|
JSS University,
Mysore. |
JSS College of Pharmacy, Ooty. |
2016 |
| M Pharm |
M.Pharm
(Pharmaceutical Chemistry ) |
Vinayaka Mission’s University,Salem. |
Vinayaka Mission’scollege of pharmacy,Salem. |
2003-2005 |
| B Pharm |
|
The Tamil Nadu
DrMGR Medical University, Chennai |
Vinayaka Mission’s college of pharmacy, Salem. |
1997-2001 |
Work Experience:
| # |
Employer details |
Designation |
Period |
| 1 |
Nehru College of Pharmacy, Thrissur |
Lecturer |
2005-2007 |
| 2 |
Nirmala College of Pharmacy, Muvattupuzha |
Associate
Professor |
2007-2011
2019-2023 |
| 3 |
Caritas College of Pharmacy, Ettumanoor |
Professor |
2023 Onwards |
Profile:
During his total experience of over 16 years in academic, industry and research, he was exposed to rational drug design, structure based drug design and modern techniques on anticancer studies. During his term as a PhD scholar, he received a DBT (Department of Biotechnology) funded project. His experiences acquired over the period helped him to establish CADD and Molecular Dynamics Simulation workstation at his organisation. He received research grants from KSCTE
and published several papers in international journals. Apart from regular academic responsibilities, He share his knowledge through external interactions and conducted workshops to train above 180 candidates on CADD using Autodock 4 and Vina.
His area of interest in research is Drug Design, synthesis of molecules, screening their biological activity (Anticancer activity), Hit identification, Lead optimisation and Study of biochemical processes in the area of anticancer drug discovery and antibiotics to overcome resistance.
The Covid 19 pandemic changed his perspective to focus towards industrial research rather than academic research. He could contribute to Covid 19 research by participating in drug discovery Hackathon. As part of his interest in Academic industry collaboration, he established IEDC in the organisation which foster the budding generation to become entrepreneurs. He would like to further expand His knowledge and utilise his experience in the field of drug discovery.
His Strengths include
Computer Aided Drug design (CADD)
Synthesis of molecules and trouble shooting
Purification of molecules
Structure based drug design , lead optimisation
Identifying PAINS , cardio toxic molecules.
Predicting probable metabolic soft spots
Publications:
Synthesis andantimicrobial activity of 3-(5-substituted phenyl-1,3,4-oxadiazol-2-yl)pyridines. Indian Journal of Heterocyclic Chemistry Vol 15, pp 409-410, April-June 2006
In vitro antiviral screening of Psidium Gujava L. against HSV-1 andHSV-2 by CPE inhibition assay. Asian Journal of Pharmaceutical and Clinical Research,vol. 7, issue 1 (2014)
Oncolytic Viruses in Tumorigenic Pathways.International Journal of Pharmaceutical Research and Innovation, Volume 13, 2020, 48-55.
A Comprehensive Review on Medicinal Plants in Western Ghats with Antitubercular Activity. Indian Journal of Natural Sciences.Vol.12 / Issue 65 / April / 2021.
An Insight into the Chemistry and Pharmacological Activities of Carbazole Derivatives: A Review, Indian Journal of Natural Sciences,Vol.13 / Issue 71 / April / 2022.
In Silico Design And Molecular Docking Studies of Chalcone Derivatives As Topoisomerase II Inhibitors. Indian Journal of Natural Sciences.Vol.13 / Issue 71 / April / 2022
Mechanistic Approach Of Topoisomerase Ii Α Inhibitors For Anticancer Activity: A Review. International Journal of Pharmaceutical Research | Apr – Jun 2022 | Vol 14 | Issue 2.
Melioidosis – an Overview in the Context of Bacterial Infections. Indian Journal of Natural Sciences.Vol.13 / Issue 74 / October/ 2022.
