Text Book of Pharmacology I

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Prof. Dr. Manoj Kumar Pani is an accomplished academician and administrator, currently working as the Principal of Indira Gandhi Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Bhubaneswar, Odisha. With a distinguished career spanning over eighteen years in the field of pharmaceutical education and research, Dr. Pani has made significant contributions to academia through his teaching, research, and institutional leadership. Throughout his career, Dr. Pani has been actively involved in various academic and scientific committees across several reputed universities, playing an instrumental role in curriculum development, research evaluation, and quality assurance in higher education. His dedication to scientific advancement is reflected in his prolific research output, with more than thirty research publications to his credit in reputed national and international peer-reviewed journals. His innovative work has also resulted in the filing and granting of two patents, underscoring his commitment to practical and impactful pharmaceutical research. As an ardent mentor, Dr. Pani has guided more than forty postgraduate students in their research projects, providing them with the necessary academic and professional support to excel in their respective fields. In addition, he has supervised five doctoral (Ph.D.) scholars with two scholars successfully been awarded with their Ph.D. degrees under his able guidance. Dr. Pani’s professional affiliations include life membership in prestigious pharmaceutical organizations such as the Association of Pharmaceutical Teachers of India (APTI) and the Indian Pharmacy Graduates’ Association (IPGA). With his extensive experience, scholarly achievements, and administrative acumen, Prof. Dr. Manoj Kumar Pani remains a respected figure in pharmaceutical sciences education, committed to fostering excellence in teaching, research, and institutional development. Dr. Atul Shankarrao Bhujbal M. PHARM, PhD. is currently working as an Associate Professor, in Department of Pharmacology at Delonix Society’s Baramati College of Pharmacy; Barhanpur, Baramati with 13 years of experience in Pharmacy education. He has completed his M.Pharm from PDEA’s SGRS College of Pharmacy, Saswad (Savitribai Phule Pune University, Pune). He has completed his PhD in Pharmacology from Mansarovar Global University, Bhopal (MP). He has published 7 research articles in various reputed International journals. 12 National & International Conferences successfully attended. 26 National & International Workshops/Seminars attended. Participated in more than 6 Faculty Development Programs. He is expert in Pharmacology with strong commitment to educating and mentoring future pharmacists. Proven track record of developing comprehensive curricula, conducting innovative research and dedicated to enhancing pharmacy education through innovative pedagogy. He got Samajbhushan Award in 2024 & Baramati Ratna Award in 2024. He is the life time member of Association of Pharmaceutical Teachers of India (APTI). Mr. Deepak Jagdish Askar, completed his Master of Pharmacy from University institute of pharmaceutical sciences, Panjab University, Chandigarh. He qualified GPAT two times and hold All India Rank 8 in NIPER JEE exam conducted for Ph.D., he currently working as Assistant Professor of Pharmaceutical Analysis at The ICFAI University, Himachal Pradesh. He worked as Assistant Professor of Pharmacology at Indian institute of clinical education and research Nagpur. He taught and guided more than 10 medical students. He currently has 3 years of teaching and 1 year of Research experience. he has published more than 3 research and review articles in various reputable journals. He has 1 US design patent on his name. Dr. Saurabh Sharma [M. Pharm. (Pharmacology)], Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences (Pharmacology) Currently working as Director-Principal Shiva Institute of Pharmacy, SGI,, Bilaspur, (H.P) with range of accomplishments in administration, academics and research of Healthcare and Pharmaceutical Programs. Experience 18.9 years and has authored 61 Publications and 18 Patents with emphasis on investigation of molecular interventions on vascular dysfunction in Pathobiology of Cardiac, Brain, and Pulmonary circulations. Previously served at Chandigarh College of Pharmacy and Biotechnology, CGC Landran as Director-Principal (2022-2024), and CT University (2017-2022) as Principal and head of Pharmaceutical and Paramedical institute He also worked in ISFCP,Moga (2006-2017) as Head of Department (Pharm D and Pharmacology). Guided and Co-guided more than 65 PG students and 7 PhD Scholars. Recipient of OD Gulati award in the area of cardiovascular research in 2009 and 2010. Received major grants from AICTE (Research promotion scheme), Punjab State Council of Science and Technology, and Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) for projects on Cardiovascular biology. Dr. Rajesh V. Khandeshi working as Associate Professor is a seasoned academic and industry professional with a distinguished career spanning over 21 years. He brings a unique blend of 13 years of corporate experience in Training and Development within the Retail Pharmacy, Hospital, and Healthcare sectors, coupled with 8 years of teaching experience in higher education. Dr. Khandeshi holds a Postgraduate degree in Pharmacology from the Vinayaka Mission’s Research Foundation, and MBA in Human Resource From Pune University, is currently serving as an Associate Professor at BES Institute of Pharmacy, affiliated with Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Technological University (DBATU), Lonere, Maharashtra. He is also an innovator, holding one patent, reflecting his dedication to research and advancement in the field of pharmaceutical sciences. Dr. Khandeshi is recognized for effectively bridging the gap between industry practices and academic instruction, offering his students a practical, career-focused learning experience.