Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences

Dr. Randhir Kumar Gupta is a Professor in the Department of Pharmacy at Jharkhand Rai University, Ranchi, Jharkhand. Dr. Gupta earned his Ph.D. degree in Pharmaceutical Science from NIMS University Jaipur and M. Tech (Biotech.) from West Bengal University of Technology which is now known as Maulana Abul Kalam Azad University of Technology, Kolkata and Bachelor in Pharmacy from Uttar Pradesh Technical University, Lucknow. Dr. Gupta qualified entrance exam which was conducted by JNU Delhi for his master program and got scholarship by the Dept. of Biotechnology, Government of India. He has published various full length research papers and as abstracts in national and international journals. Dr. Gupta has extensive 17 years of experience at different positions. Dr. Gupta is the elected member of Jharkhand State Pharmacy Council. His area of research interest is” Investigation and Screening of Plant Originated Phytopharmaceuticals for Anti-Inflammatory activity”.

Syed Mohammad Abdullah, is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences at Jharkhand Rai University. Mr. Syed Mohammad Abdullah had completed his bachelor’s degree in pharmacy and master’s in pharmacy with the specialization in Pharmacology from Jamia Hamdard University, New Delhi and was also awarded UGC fellowship during that period after qualifying the GATE examination in 2006 conducted by IIT Kharagpur. Recently, he submitted his thesis for the award of Ph.D. degree at Birla Institute of Technology, Mesra. The topic of his doctoral dissertation was “Development of an in vivo rat model for pulmonary fibrosis with insights into novel treatment regimen”. His area of research includes pharmacological aspects related to respiratory and anti-hypertensive drugs along with special experience related to bioavailability, bioequivalence studies during clinical trial research. He has four research papers publications in reputed journals of international and national categories. He has more than 7.5 years of experience in the department of Medical Affairs & Clinical Research (MACR) and was lastly designated as Senior Research Scientist (SRS) in Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. Besides, he also worked for 2.5 years in health services in Central Security Hospital (CSH) governed by Ministry of Interior (MOI), Saudi Arab. Apart from the research activities and health services he is also registered in licensing authority as pharmacist in India as well as in abroad through qualifying the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties (SCHS) examination.

Mr. Hemendra Mishra is an Associate Professor in the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences at Jharkhand Rai University, Ranchi, Jharkhand. Mr. Hemendra Mishra earned his Master degree in Pharmaceutics from Himalayan Pharmacy Institute, Mazitar, Rangpo affiliated with North Bengal University Siliguri (West Bengal) and B. Pharm from Himalayan Pharmacy Institute, Mazitar, Rangpo affiliated with North Bengal University Siliguri (West Bengal). He has published various research papers in national and international journals of repute. and attended / participated in the various conferences. Mr. Hemendra Mishra has extensive 18 years of experience at different positions. He has worked in different University as assistant professor and also served as a principal. He has also served as Analytical Chemist in the Industry. He is having good exposer in both in Industry and Academia. His area of research of interest is “Nobel Drug Delivery System”.

Soma Ghosh is an Assistant Professor in the Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences at Jharkhand Rai University. Soma Ghosh earned all her master’s degree in Pharmaceutics, bachelor’s degree & Diploma in Pharmacy from Guru Nanak Institute of Pharmaceutical Science and Technology, West Bengal. She has an experience as an Assistant Professor at Radha Govind University. Soma Ghosh has completed her master’s degree project on “Synthesis and characterization of hydrophobic carbon dot encapsulated liposomes”.

Sudipto Mangal is working as Assistant Professor in the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences at Jharkhand Rai University, Ranchi. He completed his M. Pharm from Himalayan Pharmacy Institute, Majhitar, East Sikkim and earned his bachelor’s degree from JIS University, Kolkata. He did his M. Pharm project on topic “Isolation of various bioactive components from freshwater fish scales”. He has published 4 scientific articles in various reputed International/National journals and one book chapter titled “Mangrove: A Potential source of Bioactive Compounds” of published book entitled “Research Trends in Medicinal Plant Sciences (Vol. 10). Apart from this, he has presented 6 scientific research works in different International and National conferences/symposiums/congresses and participated in more than 50 National and International Conferences/Seminars/Workshops/webinars. He has grabbed 2nd position in Young Researcher Award, 2022 in an AICTE sponsored International Conference, Awarded as “IPA Bengal Pharma and Healthcare Trust Scholarship” in 2020, Awarded for Outstanding Innovative Project titled “Advanced Mass Sanitization Sprinkler” at JIS University, Online IDEATHON THOR 2020 as a student. His area of research majorly includes Extraction of biomolecules from Municipal/Solid Waste Management.

Ms. Srijani Dasgupta is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences at Jharkhand Rai University, Ranchi. She obtained her B.Pharm and M.pharm degree in Pharmacology from Birla Institute of Technology (BIT, Mesra), Ranchi. She has an industrial experience in pharmacovigilance as Data Analyst in Cognizant Technology Solutions. She carried out her M.pharm project on “Evaluation of Activity of Clerodendrum colebrookianum Walp extract in Isoproterenol induced Cardiac Myopathy” wherein phytochemical analysis and estimation of in-vitro antioxidant potential of standardized plant extract was conducted and also its efficacy in cardiovascular conditions in-vivo was evaluated. Her skills include animal handling (mice, rats and rabbits) and ethical use of animals for in-vivo experiments. She is specially trained and certified for surgical procedures required for inducing CVD, post-surgical care, survival surgery. Her patent on “Artificial Intelligent System Embedded with Plurality Sensors Monitoring and for Prediction and Detection of Heart Diseases” has been published recently. She has completed course on Good Clinical Practice conducted by National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA). She has participated and presented her research work in more than 10 National and International Conferences and Seminars.

Wrila Chakraborty is an Assistant Professor in the Pharmacy Department at Jharkhand Rai University.Wrila Chakraborty earned her Bachelor in Pharmacy (B. Pharm) from JIS University, Kolkata followed by her Master’s in Pharmacy (M.Pharm) in Pharmacognosy from Birla Institute of Technology, Mesra (BIT Mesra).The topic of her master’s research work was “Studies of the Effect of Conversion of Talisadi Churna into Solid Dosage Forms, on it’s Phytoconstituents”.
She is also having industrial training experience in three different Pharmaceutical Industries Gluconate Health Limited, Nuak Laboratories Pvt. Ltd. She has also attended national various seminars based on pharmaceutical work.

Subhamay Kumbhakar is an assistant professor in the department of Pharmaceutical sciences at Jharkhand Rai University. He has completed his M.Pharm in the specialization of Pharmacology from “Kanak Manjari Institute of Pharmaceutical sciences” (KMIPSc), Rourkela, Odisha. Mr. Kumbhakar also earned his B.Pharm from the same institute i.e. KMIPSc Odisha. He has clinical experience as a Pharmacist from Dhanbad’s Super specialty hospital “Asarfi hospital ltd”. He has also took Pharmacology classes of B.Sc. Nursing students at “Dhanbad school of Nursing”. He did his M.Pharm Project with title “Modulation of tumor propagation & mutagenicity by ginger extract and ginger oil in laboratory animals“. Mr. Kumbhakar is having total experience of 3 years in Clinical & Academics in the field of pharmacy.

I am an Assistant Professor in the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences at Jharkhand Rai University. I have completed Master degree in Pharmacy Practice from Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Kerala and bachelor in pharmacy from Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences Karnataka. I was awarded Gold Medal for having secured First Rank in the Examinations conducted at the Kochi Campus level for Master of Pharmacy program in Pharmacy Practice during 2016-2018. I have completed my master’s degree project on “Assessment of aromatase inhibitors-induced bone loss and appropriateness of supportive therapy in postmenopausal breast cancer patients at an Indian tertiary care center”. I have one research paper and one case report publications in scopus listed journals and one review is in the queue. I have attended several national and international seminars. I also have more than 4 years of teaching experience at Om Sadashiva College of Pharmacy. Mine area of interest is in Clinical Pharmacy, Research works, social works etc.

Kritka Modak is working as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences at Jharkhand Rai University. She has earned her Bachelor of Pharmacy from Maulana Abul Kalam Azad University of Technology. She has earned her Master of Pharmacy in Pharmaceutics from Bengal College of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research under West Bengal University of Technology. On the topic “Formulation and Characterization of Ethyl Cellulose based Transdermal patches of Atenolol for improved in-vitro skin” she has made her master research dissertation. She has published her review article on “In silico, identification and validation of anti-cancer activity of Flavonoids”. Apart from this, she has also attended various National and International Seminars. She has rich experience in manufacturing industry specially in Quality Assurance Department.

Mr. Sunetra Maity is an Assistant Professor in the Department of the Pharmaceutical Science at Jharkhand Rai University. Mr. Sunetra Maity has completed his B. Pharm from Gupta College of Technological Sciences, Asansol (MAKAUT) and M.Pharm from Guru Nanak Institute of Pharmaceutical Science and Technology, Kolkata (MAKAUT). During his M. Pharm, he worked on the project titled “Synthesis and Characterization of Calcium Stearate Nanoparticles for Cancer Therapy”. He is also having industrial training experience in two different Pharmaceutical Industries Gluconate Health Limited and La-Chemico Private Limited. He has also attended national and international seminars. His research interest is novel drug delivery systems, nano formulations, and Cancer Therapy.

Mr. Anurag Das is an Assistant Professor in the Department of the Pharmaceutical Science at Jharkhand Rai University. Mr. Anurag has completed his B. Pharm and M. Pharm on Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance from Guru Nanak Institute of Pharmaceutical Science and Technology, Kolkata (MAKAUT). During his M. Pharm, he worked on the project titled “Development of a method for qualitative and quantitative analysis of paclitaxel by HPTLC” under ‘’Dr. Debabrata Ghosh Dastidar”. He also worked as a Pharmacovigilance officer in Wipro. He has also done his industrial training from Gena Pharmaceutical LTD. He presented and attended different seminars and conferences including national and international during his M. Pharm. His research interest lies in anticancer drug, and analytical method development.

Sourav Khawas is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences at Jharkhand Rai University, Ranchi. He has completed M.Pharm from Dr. K.N. Modi University and a Bachelor’s in Pharmacy from Dr. B.C. Roy College of Pharmacy and Allied Health Sciences, Durgapur. In addition, more than 12 research and review papers have been published in indexed journals including Scopus and UGC CARE. He has also authored more than two books through reputed publishers and holds one patent on Dry Suspensions Formulation. He has participated in several international conferences and national seminars. His research interests include natural products, transdermal drug delivery systems, and novel drug delivery systems (NDDS) and different types of formulations.

Jay Chandra is currently working as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences at Jharkhand Rai University. Accomplished pharmaceutical professional with M.Pharm specialization in Pharmaceutics from Dr. KN. Modi University, Jaipur, and B.Pharm from NIMS University, Jaipur. Having a blend of teaching and industry experience, Jay has consistently contributed to both academic and industrial advancements in the field of pharmacy. With several research papers published in esteemed journals including two authored books. Jay is dedicated to advancing pharmaceutical knowledge and fostering learning. Known for a commitment to quality, research rigor, and an innovative approach to problem-solving in pharmaceutics.

Ankeeta Kumari Pandey is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences at Jharkhand Rai University. Ankeeta Kumari Pandey has earned her Master’s and Bachelor’s of Pharmaceutical Sciences from Delhi Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research University. The topic of her thesis was, “An Effective and Reliable Method Development for Detection and Quantification of Nitrosamine Impurities (NMBA, NDEA, and NDBA) in Rosuvastatin Calcium Bulk Drug by Using Liquid Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry Technique”. Ankeeta has worked in the Document Quality Assurance department for one year at Mankind Research Center. Apart from this she also has internship experience in research and development (Polymorphic characterization) at Mankind Pharma, in the clinical Pharmacology Unit at Sunpharma Industries, New Delhi, Experience of dispensing at Lok Nayak Hospital, New Delhi and in marketing at Natureship Foods Pvt. Ltd.

Sourav Biswas is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Pharmaceutical Science at Jharkhand Rai University. He has completed his B. Pharm from Maulana Abul Kalam Azad University of Technology, West Bengal, and his M. Pharm in Pharmaceutical Chemistry from Mizoram University. He has also qualified GPAT 2021 and selected as a JRF at CSIR-IICB (Kolkata) by CSIR-GATE (JRF) fellowship. He is also having industrial training experience in two different Pharmaceutical Industries Mankind Pharma and Nuak Laboratories. He has also attended National and International seminars based on pharmaceutical work. His research interest is Natural Product Chemistry.

Ms. Gauri Baraik is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences at Jharkhand Rai University, Ranchi. She has obtained her B.Pharm degree from Birla Institute of Technology, Mesra, Ranchi and M.Pharm degree in Pharmacology from Glocal University, Saharanpur. She has an Industrial Experience in Quality Control department as Analyst in Stability and Finish section. She carried out her M.Pharm project on “Evaluation of anti-anxiety activity of the hydromethanolic extract of Boerhavia diffusa L. root”

Mr. Pavel Nath is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences at Jharkhand Rai University, Ranchi. Pavel Nath has earned his Master’s degree in Pharmaceutics from Gupta College of Technological Sciences, Asansol and Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy from Centurion University of Technology and Management, Odisha. He also has experience of 6 months as an intern in the department of research and development of East India Pharmaceuticals Works LTD. Pavel Nath has carried out his projects on “Evaluation of Tamarindus Indica Seed Polysaccharide as a tablet binder in the formulation of poorly compressible drug”. He has also worked as a clinical documentation associate in Aquity Solutions. Pavel Nath is dedicated to advancing pharmaceutical knowledge and fostering learning, known for a commitment to quality, research rigor, and an innovative approach to problem-solving in pharmaceutics.

Anamika Palak is an Assistant Professor in the Department of the Pharmaceutical Science at Jharkhand Rai University. She has earned her Bachelor of Pharmacy from Lord Shiva College of Pharmacy, Sirsa, Haryana and Master’s in Pharmacy with the specialization in Pharmaceutics from ISF College of Pharmacy affiliated with I.K. Gujral Punjab Technical University, Jalandhar. She has worked on the project titled “Formulation and evaluation of curcumin loaded nanocomposite hydrogel for the management of Psoriasis” during her M. Pharm she has attended various International and National Conferences and publish Research Paper & review articles in the journal of repute. Apart from this Ms. Anamika has also attended FDPs, Webinars and Seminars to upgrade her skills. She has academic experience of 3.2 years and she has worked as an Assistant Professor with Dasmesh College of Pharmacy, Faridkot, Punjab.

Mr. Sourav Pradhan is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences at Jharkhand Rai University. He has completed his M.Pharm in the specialization Pharmaceutical Biotechnology from Calcutta Institute of Pharmaceutical Technology and Allied Health Sciences (CIPT & AHS), Howrah, West Bengal. He also earned his B.Pharm from the same institute, i.e., CIPT & AHS, Howrah, West Bengal. The topic of his master’s research work was “Antibiotic Susceptibility Profile of Bacteria Isolated from Municipality Wastewater in the Uluberia Region.After B.Pharm, he has worked as Ward Pharmacist in Apollo Multispecialty Hospitals, Kolkata. He has joined academics after completion of his post-graduation,he has previously worked as an Assistant Professor with NSMS Institute of Pharmacy, Durgapur. He also a member of professional bodies like APTI. He has done his industrial training from Caplet India Private Limited, West Bengal. He has participated and attended various seminars, webinars, FDPs, and National and International conferences. His research interest lies in isolation, identification of microorganisms, and bioremediation.

Apurwa Bhardwaj is a Lecturer in the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences at Jharkhand Rai University. Ms. Bhardwaj earned her bachelor’s and Diploma of Pharmacy degree from CSVTU (CEC) SCHOOL OF PHARMACY. She has pursued her internship like NSDC role of medical sales representative conforming to National Skill Qualifications Framework Level-4. Topic of her project work was treatment of cancer and its preventions. Completed internship in UNITY HOSPITAL for training. She attended and acquired knowledge regarding few pharmaceutical conferences and seminars. Her area of interest are clinical trials and hospital pharmacy.

Apoorva kumari is a Lecturer in the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences at Jharkhand Rai University. Apoorva earned her bachelor’s in pharmacy from Hi-tech College of Pharmacy, Bhubaneswar. Apoorva had also attended various National and International conference and Seminars. Experience: educator with an industry and academic experience of 7 years driven to inspire students to pursue academic and personal excellence. Consistently strive to create a challenging and engaging learning environment in which students become lifelong scholar and learners.

Kishor Kumar Roy is a Lecturer in the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences at Jharkhand Rai University. Mr. Roy completed his Bachelor of Pharmacy degree from Bharat Technology, Uluberia, Howrah under the University Of Maulana Abul Kalam Azad University Of Technology, West Bengal. He also qualified GATE 2022 conducted by IIT Kharagpur.He completed his industrial internship from Caplet India Pvt Ltd and hospital internship form Dr. J R Dhar Sub-Divisional Hospital, West Bengal. He has one year experience as a Lecturer at Mata Gujri College of Pharmacy, Kishanganj (Bihar). He published 12 research and review papers in various National and International journal. He did his B.Pharm Project on the topic “Evaluation of the effect of the ethanolic extract of Enhydra fluctuans on formalin induced paw inflammation and analgesic activity in male wistar rats”. He attended 2 international conference and presented a scientific poster “Bioavailability Enhancing Agent of Natural Origin Which Modulate Drug Membrane Permeation and Pre-metabolism” in the APP 13th INDO-MALAYSIAN Conference held on CPS Puri. His area of interests are Clinical Trials and Research Methodologies, Cardiovascular Pharmacology, Analgesic & Anti-inflammatory Drug Screening.

Mr. Pranjal Kumar is Lecturer cum Lab Assistant in the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Jharkhand Rai University. He has earned his bachelor’s degree in pharmacy from Centurion University, Odisha. Mr. Kumar has done his project work on ‘Comparative Study of Different Marketed Formulation of Antibiotic Drug’ and has also done hospital training from BBMC & H (DHH) Hospital, Balangir. His area of expertise is in QA & QC in B2B platform in Healthcare Industry.

Ms. Arya Kumari is a Lecturer cum Placement Officer in the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences at Jharkhand Rai University. Ms. Arya has completed her Bachelor of Pharmacy from Netaji Subhas University, Jamshedpur. She successfully completed her internship cum Industrial training from LUPIN LIMITED, Goa and hospital training from MGM Medical College & hospital. She also worked in TATA MAIN HOSPITAL (TATA 1 MG) as a Pharmacist.

Ms. Rupam Vishwanaath is a Lecturer in the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences at Jharkhand Rai University. She has earned her Bachelor’s degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences from Birla Institute of Technology, Mesra, Ranchi. Ms. Rupam has worked on two projects namely: Development of Generic Formulation of Film Coated Tablet “Tinidazole” and Identification Test of Carbohydrates and Proteins.