Zaid Khan | Health Professions | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Zaid Khan | Health Professions | Best Researcher Award

Pharm D Intern | Aditya Bangalore Institute of Pharmacy Education and Research | India

Dr. Zaid Khan is a passionate and accomplished young researcher in the field of pharmaceutical and clinical sciences, demonstrating a rare blend of academic excellence, research depth, and innovative drive at the age of 24. He is currently pursuing his Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree at Aditya Bangalore Institute of Pharmacy Education and Research, affiliated with Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Karnataka, India (2019–2025). His educational background has provided him with a strong foundation in clinical pharmacology, pharmacovigilance, and drug discovery. Professionally, Dr. Khan has undertaken significant research and clinical internships, including his role as a Clinical Pharmacist Intern at Akash Super Specialty Hospital, where he gained hands-on experience in medication therapy management, pharmacovigilance, and patient-centered care. His research interests span antibiotic stewardship, gene therapy, oncology, digital health integration, and AI-based precision medicine. He has published more than 19 research and review articles indexed in Scopus, PubMed, and Google Scholar, and holds a design patent for a Blood Cancer Detection Device granted by the Government of India. His research skills include data analysis, statistical interpretation, in-silico modeling, clinical documentation, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Dr. Khan also serves on the editorial boards of reputed STM journals such as the International Journal of Membranes and the International Journal of Antibiotics, reflecting his growing leadership in scholarly publishing. His awards and honors include the InRes Young Researcher Award 2023, multiple national-level recognitions in pharmacovigilance, and top placements in research competitions and poster presentations. He is a life member of the Institute of Researchers (InRes) and an active member of the Indian Association of Pharmaceutical and Clinical Research Professionals (IAPCR). In conclusion, Dr. Zaid Khan’s academic achievements, research publications, innovative mindset, and commitment to advancing pharmaceutical science position him as a promising young researcher with significant potential to contribute to the future of clinical and translational medicine on a global scale.

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Featured Publications

  1. Khan, Z., & Hiremath, S. R. R. (2025). A comprehensive study on antibiotic prophylaxis practices across diverse surgical modalities. Journal of Pharmaceutical Care, 13(2), 93–100.

  2. Khan, Z., Rekha, M., & Shapur, S. (2025). Transforming postoperative recovery: Synergistic impact of medication therapy management and precision analgesia on patient outcomes. Journal of Pharmacology and Clinical Practice.

  3. Khan, Z. (2025). Development and computational analysis of polyherbal chewable lozenges for effective management of mouth and throat infections. Palestinian Medical and Pharmaceutical Journal.

  4. Khan, Z. (2024). A case report of advanced periampullary carcinoma: Palliative chemotherapy following Whipple surgery. Research and Reviews: Journal of Oncology and Hematology, 13(1), 1–6.

  5. Khan, Z., Sajeev, N., & Ba, V. (2023). Enhancing sun protection: Formulating and assessing herbal sunscreen formulations. RGUHS Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 13(4).

Natish Kumar | Health Professionals | Best Researcher Award

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Mr. Natish Kumar | Health Professionals | Best Researcher Award

Research Scholar at IIT Jammu, India.

Mr. Natish Kumar is a pioneering Ph.D. researcher at IIT Jammu, specializing in the development of integrated microfluidic platforms for rapid and cost-effective detection of infectious diseases. His work focuses on combining LAMP, CRISPR, and biosensor technologies to create next-generation diagnostic tools for point-of-care settings. His multidisciplinary expertise spans microfluidics, molecular biology, genetic engineering, and biosensing, and his innovations have earned him national awards and international recognition. He is committed to translational biotechnology that bridges academic research and real-world health applications.

Publication Profile

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Education

  • Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering
    Indian Institute of Technology Jammu, India (2021–Present)
    Thesis Title: Loop-mediated Isothermal Amplification (LAMP) Integrated in Microfluidic Platform for Point-of-Care Detection of Viral Pathogenic Nucleic Acids

  • Master of Science in Biotechnology
    Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University, Katra, J&K, India (2015–2017)

  • Bachelor of Science
    Jammu University, Jammu, India (2012–2015)

Professional Experience

  • Project Assistant-II
    Council of Scientific and Industrial Research–Indian Institute of Integrative Medicine (CSIR–IIIM), Jammu (2018–2020)
    Worked on the CSIR-Phytopharmaceutical Mission, focusing on cultivation, processing, and value addition of aromatic crops in the Bundelkhand region.

  • Research Internships and Dissertation Projects:

    • Conducted a detailed clinical-genetic case study on Neurofibromatosis in Jammu & Kashmir.

    • Investigated Y-chromosome genetic diversity across local populations using high-throughput molecular techniques.

Research Interests

  1. Microfluidics & Lab-on-a-Chip systems

  2. Point-of-Care Diagnostics & Biosensors

  3. Isothermal Nucleic Acid Amplification (LAMP)

  4. CRISPR-Cas Systems in Molecular Diagnostics

  5. Electrochemical & Optical Sensing Methods

  6. BioMEMS & Organ-on-a-Chip Technologies

  7. Molecular Biology and Genetic Engineering Techniques

  8. Technology Transfer and Patent-Oriented Innovation

📊 Author Metrics

  • Total Citations: 130+

  • Top Cited Publication: 47 citations

  • Total Publications: 10+ (peer-reviewed journals and book chapters)

  • Co-authors: Collaborated with leading researchers in biosensing and microfluidics

  • Conference Presentations: Multiple international and national-level presentations

🏆 Achievements and Awards

  1. First Prize – IDAPT Health-Tech Hackathon 2023, IIT (BHU)

  2. Gandhian Young Technological Innovation (GYTI) Award 2023

  3. Winner – Start-Up Idea of 2025, TBIC, SMVDU

  4. CSIR-UGC NET Qualified (Life Sciences, 2019)

  5. SERB Travel Grant Recipient – MicroTAS 2024, Canada

  6. Best Paper Poster Award – Electrochemical Science and Technology 2024, IISc Bangalore

Top Noted Publication

  • Microfluidics-Based Nanobiosensors for Healthcare Monitoring
    Molecular Biotechnology, 2024 – 47 citations
    (M. Kumari, V. Gupta, N. Kumar, R.K. Arun)

  • Integrated Microfluidic Devices for Point-of-Care Detection of Bio-analytes and Diseases
    Sensors & Diagnostics, 2023 – 35 citations
    (P.P. Behera, N. Kumar, M. Kumari, S. Kumar, P.K. Mondal, R.K. Arun)

  • Optimization and Validation of RT-LAMP Assay for Diagnosis of SARS-CoV-2
    Virology Journal, 2021 – 26 citations

  • Development and Implementation of Portable Biosensors in Microfluidic Point-of-Care Devices
    Miniaturized Biosensing Devices: Fabrication and Applications (Book Chapter), 2022 – 15 citations

  • Bio-Inspired Self-Pumping Microfluidic Device for Urea Cleaning Using rGO-Modified Polymeric Membranes
    International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 2023 – 7 citations

Conclusion 

Mr. Natish Kumar is an outstanding young health researcher whose work epitomizes innovation, impact, and interdisciplinary excellence. His contributions to molecular diagnostics using microfluidic and biosensor technologies are not only academically rigorous but also socially relevant, with the potential to transform disease detection at the point of care.

Given his technical accomplishments, national awards, academic output, and commitment to solving pressing healthcare problems, Mr. Kumar is highly deserving of the Best Researcher Award in the Health Professionals category. His ongoing work demonstrates visionary thinking, translational value, and leadership potential, making him a model candidate for recognition.