Assist Prof Dr Anuradha Singh | Chemistry Award | Women Researcher Award

Assist Prof Dr Anuradha Singh, University of Allahabad, India

Anuradha Singh 🌟 is an Assistant Professor at S.S. Khanna Girls’ Degree College, University of Allahabad. She holds a D. Phil. in Chemistry from the University of Allahabad and specializes in Bioorganic and Medicinal Chemistry. Her research focuses on designing antimicrobial and antiviral agents, including HIV and HCV inhibitors. Anuradha has secured grants from UGC and DST, contributing significantly to the field with over a dozen publications in reputed journals. She is a recipient of the Research Excellence Award and Swarna Jayanti Puraskar, recognized for her scientific contributions.

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Education

Anuradha Singh completed her educational journey with a strong foundation in chemistry, culminating in a D. Phil. from the University of Allahabad in 2015. Her thesis, titled “Design and Synthesis of Antimicrobial Compounds & Studies on their Therapeutic Applications,” underscored her expertise in bioorganic chemistry. Prior to her doctoral studies, she obtained an M. Sc. in Chemistry from Rani Durgavati University, Jabalpur, in 2005, following a B. Sc. in Chemistry, Zoology, and Environmental Science from the same institution in 2003. Anuradha’s academic pursuits reflect her commitment to advancing medicinal chemistry with a focus on combatting infectious diseases. 📚

Experience

Anuradha Singh brings a wealth of research experience to her role at SS Khanna Degree College, where she teaches a spectrum of chemistry topics at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Her teaching repertoire includes General Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry, and Organic Chemistry at the undergraduate level, while at the postgraduate level, she covers specialized areas such as Oligonucleotide Synthesis, Synthetic approaches in organic synthesis, and Spectroscopy. Alongside her teaching commitments, Anuradha has been actively involved in pioneering research projects funded by prestigious bodies like UGC, DST, and DBT. Her current UGC Start-up Grant project focuses on the green synthesis and antimicrobial assessment of 4-thiazolidinone derivatives, contributing significantly to the field of medicinal chemistry. 🎓

Awards

Anuradha Singh has been honored with several prestigious awards and fellowships throughout her career, highlighting her contributions to scientific research and academia. In 2023, she participated in the Visiting Scientist Programme at the Indian National Science Academy (INSA), New Delhi. Her dedication and excellence were recognized with the Research Excellence Award by the Institute of Scholars, Bengaluru in 2020. Anuradha’s early achievements include receiving the Swarna Jayanti Puraskar at the 84th Annual Session of the National Academy of Sciences, Jodhpur in 2014, and the HIV Symposium Fellowship from YRG care, Chennai in 2012. She was also awarded the Late M.H. Mahalaha Memorial Gold Medal for Best Presentation at a seminar hosted by RDVV in 2005. 🏆

Research Focus

Anuradha Singh’s research primarily centers around medicinal chemistry, with a specialized focus on designing novel compounds to combat infectious diseases and other health challenges. Her work spans the synthesis and evaluation of antimicrobial and antiviral agents, including inhibitors targeting HIV, SARS-CoV-2, and other viruses. Employing molecular dynamics simulations and computational methods, she explores the structural and functional aspects of these compounds to enhance their efficacy and safety profiles. Anuradha’s research contributions extend to exploring natural product-based therapies and developing innovative drug delivery systems. Her multidisciplinary approach integrates chemistry, pharmacology, and computational biology to advance therapeutic interventions. 🧪

Publication Top Notes

Quinoline derivatives as protease inhibitors against SARS-CoV-2 (2021) 🦠

Plants based drug discovery update for anti-HIV disease management (2021) 🌿

Alkylated benzimidazoles: Design, synthesis, and activity against HIV and YFV (2020)

Antibiotic resistance breakers: Strategies to combat drug resistance (2020) 🦠

Pharmacological Properties of Curcumin (2020) 🌿

In silico studies on new oxathiadiazoles as potential anti-HIV agents (2019) 🧬

Design, Synthesis, and Antibacterial Activities of Novel Heterocyclic Arylsulphonamide Derivatives (2018) 🦠

Human Immunodeficiency Virus Reverse Transcriptase (HIV-RT): Structural implications for drug development (2018) 🧬

In silico studies on N-(Pyridin-2-yl) thiobenzamides as NNRTIs against HIV-1 strains (2018) 🧬

Molecular modeling, synthesis, and evaluation of sulfonamide derivatives (2018) 🦠

Assist Prof Dr Lin Yu | Chemistry and Materials Science Award | Young Scientist Award

Assist Prof Dr Lin Yu, Guangxi University, China

Lin Yu is an accomplished Assistant Professor at Guangxi University, specializing in organic chemistry. With a Ph.D. from McGill University under the guidance of Prof. Chao-Jun Li, his pioneering research focuses on transition metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions, particularly the transformation of nitroalkanes and nitroarenes. Lin has authored over 39 impactful journal publications, including in prestigious journals like Angewandte Chemie International Edition and Chemical Science. His innovative methods for synthesizing trisubstituted alkenes and diarylamines have garnered international recognition, reflected in his impressive citation index and collaborative work with esteemed academics. 🧪📚

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Education

Lin Yu, a Doctor of Science in Organic Chemistry, graduated with his Ph.D. from McGill University in 2020, under the guidance of Prof. Chao-Jun Li. 🎓 Prior to that, he pursued his Master’s at Hunan University, focusing on transition metal-catalyzed C-H bond activations. His Bachelor’s in Applied Chemistry was completed at Qingdao University of Science and Technology. 📚 Lin’s academic journey reflects his dedication to organic chemistry research, particularly in transition metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions. With a diverse educational background spanning prestigious institutions, he brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his role as an Assistant Professor at Guangxi University.

Research Focus

Lin Yu’s research primarily focuses on transition metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions, particularly in the synthesis of various organic compounds. 🧪 His work delves into areas such as palladium-catalyzed hydroalkylation, copper-mediated ortho C-H sulfonylation, and nickel-promoted C-H bond activation. Through innovative methodologies, Lin explores the synthesis of diverse molecules crucial in organic chemistry. His investigations span a range of substrates and reactions, contributing significantly to the development of efficient catalytic processes for organic synthesis. Lin’s expertise lies in the development of novel catalysts and methodologies, paving the way for advancements in organic chemistry. 🌟