About Book
Pharmaceutical Microbiology is a comprehensive textbook developed in accordance with the PCI NEP 2020 syllabus for B.Pharm students. It presents the fundamentals of microbiology, microscopy, sterilization, disinfection, microbial contamination, immunology, fermentation, and pharmaceutical applications of microorganisms in a clear, systematic, and student-friendly manner. The content is enriched with well-designed diagrams, flowcharts, tables, an pharmaceutical examples to facilitate conceptual understanding. The book emphasizes both theoretical knowledge and practical relevance, making it a valuable resource for undergraduate pharmacy students, faculty members, and learners seeking a strong foundation in pharmaceutical
microbiology.
About Author
Dr. Suraj Parmeshwar Rajurkar Dr. Suraj Parmeshwar Rajurkar earned his
Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy from Pataldhamal Wadhwani College of
Pharmacy, Yavatmal, Maharashtra, in 2019. He went on to pursue his Master’s
degree in Pharmacy with a specialization in Pharmaceutical Chemistry from the
same institution under Sant Gadge Baba Amravati University, completing it in
2021. He has completed his Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences. Presently, he
serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry
at Jagadambha Institute of Pharmacy and Research, Kalamb, Maharashtra. With a
total of 5 years of teaching experience, Dr. Rajurkar has made significant
contributions to academic and research domains. He has Guided 37 UG Students.
He has authored 8 Books 22 book chapters, 27 research articles, and 78 review
articles. His research interests lie in analytical chemistry, and his project work has
been focused in this area. He is also set to be granted a patent in his name soon.
Dr. Rajurkar has actively participated in professional development activities,
having attended 3 international and 14 national conferences. He is also a reviewer
for 19ss national and international journals. In recognition of his dedication to
teaching and research, he has been nominated for the Healthview Awards 2024 in
the category of Best Teacher in the Pharmacy Department.
Email: surajrajurkar9@gmail.com
Dr. Karishma Arunrao Nikose Dr. Karishma Arunrao Nikose is an Associate
Professor at Jagadambha Institute of Pharmacy and Research, Kalamb, Dist.
Yavatmal, Maharashtra. She has a total academic experience of 9 years, with 5
years of dedicated service at her current institution.She earned her Doctorate in
Pharmaceutical Sciences from the College of Pharmacy, SunRise University,
Alwar, Rajasthan. Prior to that, she completed her Master’s degree in
Pharmaceutics and Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy from Sudhakarrao Naik
Institute of Pharmacy, Pusad, affiliated with Sant Gadge Baba Amravati
University, Maharashtra.Dr. Nikose is actively involved in collaborative research
and is associated with various research centers, consistently contributing to
ongoing scientific projects. She holds 2 patents, and has authored 37 research
articles, more than 100 review articles, 12 Books and 37 book chapters. She has
participated in 6 international conferences, including 2 poster presentations. A
dedicated academic and researcher, she also serves as a reviewer for 13 national
and international journals. In recognition of her excellence in teaching and
research, she has been nominated for the Best Teacher in Pharmacy Department
award under the Healthcare Healthview Awards 2024.
Email: karishma111nikose@gmail.com
Prof. Shilpa Nayan Jaiswal earned her bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy from
Shrimati Kishoritai Bhoyar College of Pharmacy, Kamptee , Maharashtra in 2021.
She went to pursue her Master’s degree in Pharmacy with a specialization in
Pharmacology from Priyadarshini J.L College of Pharmacy Nagpur. Presently ,
she serves as an Assistant Professor in department of Pharmacology at
Pataldhamal Wadhwani College of Pharmacy, Girija Nagar, Yavatmal,
Maharashtra. With a total of 3 Year of teaching experience, Ms. Shilpa has made
significant contributions to academic and research domains. She has published 11
research articles, and 18 review articles. Her research interest in Pharmacology
and pharmacognocy, She has Guided 16 UG Students. her project work has been
focused in this area. She has actively participated in professional development
activities, having attended 4 international and 8 national conferences.
Email : shilpajaiswal911@gmail.com
Prof. Dharmaraj Arjun Rathod has earned his Bachelor's degree in pharmacy from
pataldhamal Wadhwani College of Pharmacy,Yavatmal, Maharashtra in 2019.He has
completed his master's degree in Pharmacy with Specialization in Industrial
Pharmacy(Pharmaceutics) from Sudhakarrao Naik Institute of Pharmacy,Pusad,
Maharashtra under the sant Gadge Baba Amaravati University in 2021.Currently he is
working as an Assistant professor in the department of pharmaceutics at SVP College Of
Pharmacy,Hatta, Hingoli, Maharashtra. with total of 5 years of teaching
experience.Mr.Dharmaraj Rathod has made significant contribution to Academics and
published 23 review articles
