Assist. Prof. Dr. Sachin Pawar | Medicine | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor,Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance Manipal College of Pharmaceutical Sciences Manipal Academy of Higher Education, India

Dr. Sachin Dattram Pawar is an accomplished pharmaceutical scientist and Assistant Professor at the Department of Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance, Manipal College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, MAHE, India. With a Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences and extensive expertise in analytical chemistry, formulation development, and plant metabolomics, he has contributed significantly to advanced pharmaceutical research. His international exposure includes a postdoctoral fellowship at Sorbonne University, France, and prior industrial experience as a mass spectrometry specialist. He is recognized for innovative work in LC-MS/MS, GC-MS, and MALDI-TOF analysis, contributing to impactful publications and patent filings, showcasing a deep commitment to scientific advancement.

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🎓 Education Background

Dr. Pawar holds a Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences (2024) from the National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research, Guwahati (NIPER-G), where he investigated the pharmacokinetics of antidepressants in combination with herbal compounds. He earned his M.Pharm in Quality Assurance (2017–2019) with distinction from Swami Ramanand Teerth Marathwada University, Nanded, and completed his B.Pharm from the same university in 2017. His academic journey reflects consistent excellence in pharmaceutical education and research training.

🧪 Professional Experience

Dr. Pawar has over four years of combined academic and industrial experience. He is currently serving as an Assistant Professor at Manipal College of Pharmaceutical Sciences. He worked as a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at Sorbonne University, France (2024), and served as a mass spectrometry specialist at Waters India Pvt. Ltd. (2023–2024). His earlier roles include Executive QA at Daewoong Pharmaceuticals and Ph.D. research fellowship at NIPER-G. Throughout his career, he has engaged in interdisciplinary work involving formulation, pharmacokinetics, plant metabolomics, and analytical development.

🏅 Awards and Honors

Dr. Pawar is a recipient of certificates of appreciation from the National Dope Testing Laboratory, New Delhi, and NIPER-G for his contributions to anti-doping research. He qualified the national-level GPAT (2019) with AIR 1549 and secured a Ph.D. fellowship through NIPER-JEE (2020). He also held a leadership role as General Secretary at Nanded Pharmacy College during his undergraduate years, reflecting his dedication to both academic excellence and student leadership.

🔬 Research Focus

Dr. Pawar’s research centers on analytical and bioanalytical method development using hyphenated techniques like LC-MS/MS, GC-MS, and MALDI-TOF. His focus areas include drug metabolism and pharmacokinetics, solid lipid nanoparticles for drug delivery, endocrine-disrupting chemical analysis, and plant metabolomics using HRMS. He has published extensively on novel formulations, bioavailability enhancement, anti-doping reference standards, and natural compound profiling, with a multidisciplinary approach bridging pharmaceutical chemistry and modern analytical tools.

🧾 Conclusion

With a rapidly growing academic and research profile, Dr. Sachin D. Pawar represents a new generation of pharmaceutical scientists contributing to quality assurance, advanced drug delivery systems, and innovative analytical methodologies. His global exposure, cutting-edge expertise, and dedication to both education and research make him a strong contender for the Best Researcher Award.

📚 Top Publication Notes

Amoxapine-Loaded Solid Lipid Nanoparticles with Superior Preclinical Pharmacokinetics for Better Brain Delivery (2023) – ACS Chemical Neuroscience
➤ Cited by: 18 | Co-authors: Kulhari H., Kumar P., Gawali K., Murty US
➤ Highlight: Demonstrated enhanced brain targeting and delivery using SLNs with robust LC-MS/MS data.
Synthesis and Characterization of Octopamine Sulfate, Norfenefrine Sulfate, and Etilefrine Sulfate Reference Materials (2023) – Journal of Chemical Technology & Biotechnology
➤ Cited by: 10 | Co-authors: Kalita SJ, Vernekar P, Sethi KK, Sahu PL, Murty US
➤ Highlight: Developed vital anti-doping standards using advanced analytical techniques.
Physicochemical Characterization and Pharmacokinetic Assessment of Bergamottin Solid Lipid Nanoparticles (2024) – Journal of Drug Delivery Science and Technology
➤ Cited by: 5 | Co-authors: Jat S., Singh P., Datusalia AK, Kumar P
➤ Highlight: Investigated enhanced bioavailability and delivery performance of herbal bioactives.
Amphiphilic Dynamic Covalent Polymer Vectors of siRNA (2024) – Chemical Science
➤ Cited by: 3 | Co-authors: Trousselier P., Bessin Y., Bettache N., Ulrich S.
➤ Highlight: Showcased innovative siRNA delivery using DCP systems, reflecting interdisciplinary prowess.
Process Development for the Total Synthesis of Carboxy Toremifene as a Standard for Anti-Doping (2022) – Drug Testing and Analysis
➤ Cited by: 11 | Co-authors: Kumar GJ, Dubey S, Murty US, Radhakrishnanand P
➤ Highlight: Pioneered synthesis and characterization of doping control metabolites.

Dr. Andrea Barberis | Health Sciences | Excellence Award (Any Scientific field)

EO Galliera Hospitals, Genoa, Italy

Dr. Andrea Barberis is a distinguished Italian surgeon with a specialization in general and hepatobiliopancreatic surgery. Currently serving as Dirigente Medico di Primo Livello at the Ente Ospedaliero Ospedali Galliera in Genova, Liguria since 2018, he plays a pivotal role in clinical care and surgical innovation. Dr. Barberis is well recognized within Italian surgical societies for his contributions to both clinical practice and research, particularly in colorectal, emergency, and gastrointestinal surgery.

🎓 Education Background:

Dr. Barberis earned his specialization in General Surgery from the Università degli Studi di Genova, one of Italy’s premier institutions for medical education. His advanced training has equipped him with the skills to tackle complex surgical conditions, especially in hepatobiliopancreatic and digestive tract domains.

💼 Professional Experience:

Since January 2018, Dr. Barberis has been affiliated with the Ente Ospedaliero Ospedali Galliera in Genoa, where he serves in a leading capacity within the General and Hepatobiliopancreatic Surgery Department. His professional journey reflects not only a commitment to surgical excellence but also active involvement in national surgical networks. He is a member of the Società Ligure di Chirurgia since 2018 and part of the Comitato Nazionale ACOI Giovani (Italian Hospital Surgeons Association) from 2021 to 2024.

🔬 Research Focus:

Dr. Barberis’s research interests are deeply rooted in colorectal cancer, minimally invasive surgical techniques, emergency surgery, venous thromboembolism prophylaxis, and digestive tract management, as evidenced by his prolific publication record. He employs machine learning, cross-sectional surveys, and clinical cohort studies to derive impactful insights that advance surgical practice.

🧾 Conclusion:

Dr. Andrea Barberis continues to make significant strides in the field of surgery through his clinical roles, national committee engagements, and high-impact research. A committed physician-scientist, his contributions reflect a blend of surgical precision and academic rigor, helping shape the future of Italian and global surgical practice.