Nanjan Pandurangan | FRP in Health & Medicine | Best Researcher Award

Assist Prof Dr. Nanjan Pandurangan | FRP in Health & Medicine | Best Researcher Award

Doctorate at Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Coimbatore, India

Profiles:

đź“ťIntroduction

Dr. Pandurangan Nanjan, an Assistant Professor at Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Coimbatore, is a notable figure in Organic and Natural Product Chemistry. Born on May 15, 1983, his academic journey has been marked by significant contributions to the fields of synthetic organic chemistry, natural product chemistry, and bio-inspired synthesis.

🎓Educational Background

Dr. Nanjan completed his Ph.D. in Organic/Natural Product Chemistry from Amrita University in 2017, under the guidance of Distinguished Prof. Asoke Banerji. His thesis focused on the bio-inspired synthesis of partially methylated flavonoids and their bioactivities. He holds an M.Sc. in Chemistry from Periyar University, Salem, and a B.Sc. in Chemistry from Govt. Arts College, Ooty, both completed with distinction.

👨‍💻Professional Experience and Research Contributions

Dr. Nanjan’s professional journey includes a rich blend of academic and industrial experiences. After completing his Ph.D., he served as a Post-Doctoral Fellow at IIT Palakkad, where he worked on developing new synthetic strategies for sequence-defined polymers. His research has led to the publication of numerous articles in high-impact journals and the filing of a U.S. patent.

🏅Teaching and Mentorship

At Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Dr. Nanjan has been actively involved in teaching and mentoring students. His dedication to education and research is reflected in his role as a guide to several postgraduate students, helping them navigate complex topics in chemistry and related fields.

🏆Accolades and Recognition

Dr. Nanjan has received several awards, including the Senior Research Fellowship from the Council of Science and Industrial Research (CSIR) in 2014. His research presentations have been recognized at various national conferences, earning him accolades such as the Best Oral Presentation Award.

đź“šPublications and Research Impact

With over 771 citations, Dr. Nanjan’s research impact is noteworthy. His work has been published in reputable journals like Bioorganic & Medicinal Chemistry Letters, Molecular Pharmacology, and Letters in Organic Chemistry. His research on the synthesis and bioactivities of flavonoids has gained significant recognition in the scientific community.

✍️Conclusion

Dr. Pandurangan Nanjan’s contributions to organic chemistry, coupled with his dedication to teaching, make him a respected figure in academia. His journey reflects a blend of academic excellence and a passion for research, making a lasting impact on the field of chemistry.

đź“–Publications:

Paper Title: Synthesis and fluorescence properties of 2′-benzyloxy flavone—a dual probe for selective detection of picric acid and pH sensing

  • Authors: Gopal, V., Sudhakaran, J., Ramachandran, N., Shanmugaraju, S., Nanjan, P.
  • Journal: Sensors and Diagnostics
  • Year: 2024

Paper Title: Probing Anticancer Molecules from Onion Peels Waste; First Synthesis and Biological Studies of a Rare Quercetin Derivative-Pachypodol

  • Authors: ABBGN Pandurangan Nanjan*, Jyotsna Nambiar, Chinchu Bose
  • Journal: Current Bioactive Compounds
  • Year: 2024

Paper Title: In situ global proteomics profiling of EGCG targets using a cell-permeable and Click-able bioorthogonal probe

  • Authors: Sahadevan, R., Binoy, A., Vechalapu, S.K., Nanjan, P., Sadhukhan, S.
  • Journal: International Journal of Biological Macromolecules
  • Year: 2023

Paper Title: Recent advances in fluorescence chemosensors for ammonia sensing in the solution and vapor phases

  • Authors: Lakshmi, P.R., Mohan, B., Kang, P., Nanjan, P., Shanmugaraju, S.
  • Journal: Chemical Communications
  • Year: 2023

Paper Title: Design, synthesis and bioactive properties of a class of macrocycles with tunable functional groups and ring size

  • Authors: Thurakkal, L., Nanjan, P., Porel, M.
  • Journal: Scientific Reports
  • Year: 2022