Amit Vashishth | Biotechnology | Best Researcher Award

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Dr Amit Vashishth | Biotechnology | Best Researcher Award

 

Senior Scientist at Patanjali Research Foundation, India

Dr. Dramit K. Vashishtha is a Senior Scientist at the Patanjali Research Institute in Haridwar, specializing in Pharmaceutical and Herbal Research and Development (PHRD). Previously, he served as an Assistant Professor in Bio-sciences, Applied & Allied Sciences at SRM University, Delhi-NCR Campus. With a robust background in bio-sciences, Dr. Vashishtha has contributed significantly to the field through his research and academic roles, fostering advancements in herbal medicine and biotechnology. 🧪📚

Professional Profile:

🎓 Education:

  • Ph.D. in Biotechnology (2018) – ICAR-Indian Institute of Wheat & Barley Research, Karnal 🧬
    • Thesis: “Identification of molecular marker for high phytase level in wheat”
    • Guide: Dr. Vikas Beniwal; Co-guide: Dr. Sewa Ram
  • M.Sc. in Biotechnology (2009) – Thapar Institute of Engineering & Technology, Patiala 🧫
    • Thesis: “Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons in tea and cigarette smoke”
    • Guide: Dr. Santam Singh
  • B.Sc. in Botany, Zoology, Chemistry (2005) – Himachal Pradesh University, Shimla 🧪

💼Work Experience:

    • Senior Scientist (Jan 2022 – Present) – Patanjali Research Institute, Haridwar 🏛️
    • Assistant Professor, Bioengineering and Biosciences (Nov 2019 – Dec 2021) – SRM University, Delhi-NCR, Ghaziabad 🏫
    • Assistant Professor, Biotechnology & Agricultural Sciences (Aug 2017 – Oct 2019) – MMDU University, Mullana, Ambala 🌾
    • Senior Research Fellow (Feb 2013 – Mar 2017) – ICAR-IIWBR, Karnal 🔍
    • Senior Research Fellow (Apr 2012 – Jan 2013) – Thapar Institute of Engineering & Technology, Patiala 🔬
    • Senior Microbiologist (Aug 2011 – Mar 2012) – Nectar Life Science Pvt. Ltd., Dera-Bassi 🧫
    • Junior Research Fellow (Oct 2009 – Jun 2011) – NIIT University, Neemrana 🌱

Awards and Honors 🏆

  • Published 16.002 IF Original Research Paper (2023) – Elsevier Publisher 🌟
  • SAWAR Best Research Paper (2018) – ICAR, New Delhi 🥇
  • Best Oral Presentation (2010) – IIMT University 🎤
  • Best Poster Presentation (2015) – Thapar University 📊
  • NET (2015) – ICAR-ASRB, New Delhi 📜
  • GATE (2014) – MHRD, New Delhi 🎓
  • SRF (2013) – ICAR, New Delhi 🥈
  • Project Fellow (2012) – UGC, New Delhi 🎖️
  • JRF (2009) – DBT, New Delhi 🏅
  • SAWBAR Membership (2017) – ICAR-IIWBR, Karnal 📚
  • MSI Membership (2021) – Maharashtra, India 🌿
  • AMI Membership (2019) – New Delhi, India 🌾

Research Projects:

  • Dr. Dramit K. Vashishtha has led and contributed to several impactful research projects. As Co-PI, he worked on “Protein engineering of metagenome derived phytases for nutritional quality in staple crops” with DST, Haryana. He secured a grant for Honey Bee Farming at SRM University 🐝 and conducted an ethnobotanical study on Ganga river floral diversity 🌸. He established Vermi-Composting and Mushroom Cultivation units at MM University 🌱🍄. His research includes genetic diversity and bioremediation studies at NIIT University, and high-value nutraceuticals from lactic acid bacteria at Thapar University 🧬. His Ph.D. focused on molecular markers for high phytase levels in wheat 🌾.

🔬 Research Focus:

Dr. Dramit K. Vashishtha focuses on biotechnology and agricultural sciences, particularly enhancing nutritional quality and environmental sustainability. His research includes protein engineering of phytases for improving staple crops 🌱, genetic diversity studies for bioremediation of contaminated sites 🌍, and high-value nutraceuticals from lactic acid bacteria 🦠. He also explores ethnobotanical uses of floral diversity near the Ganga river 🌸 and sustainable agricultural practices like vermi-composting and mushroom cultivation 🍄. His work integrates molecular biology, environmental science, and agricultural biotechnology to address global food security and environmental challenges.

Publications: 

“Unraveling the potential of bacterial phytases for sustainable management of phosphorous“ – Biotechnology and Applied Biochemistry, 70(5), pp. 1690–1706.

Co-authors: Tehri, N., Tehri, P., Sharma, A.K., Kumar, V.

Citations: 2 🌾🔬

“Phytochemicals from Medicinal Plants as Antiviral Agents: Recent Trends and Advancements“ – Asian Journal of Chemistry, 35(6), pp. 1303–1314.

Co-authors: Saini, S., Garg, V.K., Singh, B., Tuli, H.S.

Citations: 1 🌿🦠

“Beneficial effect of heavy metals, antagonistic effect and gene regulations in nutrient translocation through soilless culture“ – Journal of Agriculture and Food Research, 12, 100600.

Co-authors: Sharma, A., Pandey, H., Devadas, V.S., Kartha, B.D.

Citations: 1 🌱🔬

“Biodegradation of Chlorpyrifos by Soil-derived Aerobic Consortia and Bacterial Isolates“ – Applied Biochemistry and Microbiology, 59(2), pp. 138–144.

Co-authors: Tehri, N., Khanna, S.

Citations: 2 🦠🌍

“In Silico Targeting of influenza virus haemagglutinin receptor protein using Diosmetin, Tangeritin, and Anthocyanidins as potential drugs“ – Journal of Experimental Biology and Agricultural Sciences, 10(5), pp. 995–1002.

Co-authors: Bansal, P., Tuli, H.S., Saini, A.K., Bhatia, G.K., Goel, N.

Citations: 1 💻🦠

“In-silico designing of a potent ligand molecule against PTEN (Phosphatase and tensin homolog) implicated in Breast Cancer“ – Journal of Experimental Biology and Agricultural Sciences, 10(4), pp. 840–845.

Co-authors: Raghav, M., Sharma, V., Gupta, S., Dhama, K., Sharma, A.K.

Citations: 4 🧬🔬