Mr. Paramanna Poojari | Pharmacology | Best Researcher Award
Research Scholar | Karnatak University Dharwad | India
Dr. Paramanna Poojari, currently serving as a Research Scholar in the Department of Biochemistry at Karnatak University Dharwad, has built a strong academic and professional foundation in the fields of biochemistry, microbiology, nanotechnology, and cell culture. He holds a postgraduate degree in biochemistry and has specialized in experimental and applied research with a focus on nanoscience, cancer biology, drug delivery systems, and phytoremediation. Dr. Poojari’s research explores the potential of nanoparticles, plant tissue culture, antibiotic sensitivity testing, and nanomaterial characterization, with the objective of advancing innovative solutions for healthcare, pharmaceuticals, and environmental sustainability. His scholarly contributions include publications in highly regarded international journals indexed in Scopus, Google Scholar, and UGC CARE list, such as Drug Delivery Science and Technology, Water Air and Soil Pollution, and Dispersion Science and Technology, with a citation index of 24 and an h-index of 3. He has also contributed a book chapter published with ISBN: 9781032699882, further strengthening his academic profile. In recognition of his growing expertise, Dr. Poojari has been entrusted with editorial and peer-review responsibilities for reputed publishers including Elsevier and Springer Nature, underscoring his role in maintaining research quality and scientific integrity. His collaborations with nanotechnology laboratories have enabled interdisciplinary exploration bridging life sciences and material sciences. With patents under preparation and continued innovation in biotechnology applications, Dr. Poojari exemplifies a dedicated young scientist committed to impactful research. His academic achievements and professional contributions highlight his potential as a future leader in health sciences and allied fields. He has 18 citations from 8 documents with an h-index of 3.
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Publications
1. Ganeshkar, M. P., Gaddigal, A. T., Shivappa, P., Poojari, P. B., Goder, P. H., … (2023). Biocompatibility assessment of Rutin and PEG loaded novel nanoceria on human erythrocytes and human myeloid leukemia (U937) cells. Journal of Drug Delivery Science and Technology, 86, 104761.
2. Gaddigal, A. T., Shivappa, P., Ganeshkar, M. P., Mirjankar, M. R., Poojari, P. B., … (2024). Green synthesis of copper oxide nanoparticles using Simarouba glauca leaf extract, characterization and screening for their biological applications. Journal of Dispersion Science and Technology, 1–15.
3. Mirjankar, M. R., Pattar, S. V., Gaddigal, A. T., Shivappa, P., Poojari, P. B., … (2023). Phytoremediation of copper contaminated water using Pistia stratiotes and emphasis of thermal stability in response to metal stress. Water Conservation Science and Engineering, 8(1), 24.
4. Mirjankar, M. R., Pattar, S. V., Gaddigal, A. T., Shivappa, P., Poojari, P. B., … (2023). Isolation of culturable endophytic bacteria from the roots of Aloe vera L. (Aloe barbadensis Miller) and their application in phytodegradation of xenobiotics. Water, Air, & Soil Pollution, 234(7), 451.
5. Shivappa, P., Mirjankar, M. R., Gaddigal, A. T., Ganeshkar, M. P., Poojari, P. B., … (2023). Bismuth nanoparticle synthesis utilizing hydroalcoholic Endocomia macrocoma leaf extract to evaluate their antimicrobial, antioxidant, and anticancer properties. Journal of Dispersion Science and Technology, 1–15.