Dr. Sagarika Biswas is a distinguished Chief Scientist and Professor at the Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research, CSIR-Institute of Genomics & Integrative Biology (IGIB), Delhi, India. With a solid academic foundation and a rich research career spanning over three decades, she has become a recognized leader in the field of biotechnology, particularly in proteomics, bioinformatics, and metabolomics. Her research contributions, particularly in the areas of autoimmune diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis, have earned her national and international recognition. Dr. Biswas’s expertise lies in elucidating disease mechanisms through proteomic and metabolomic profiling, and she has successfully led numerous research projects funded by prominent Indian and international agencies.
Professional Profile
Education
Dr. Biswas completed her Ph.D. in Biomedical Science from Bundelkhand University, Jhansi, India, in 2007, focusing on legume lectins and their role in soil fertilization. She holds an M.Tech. in Chemical Engineering/Technology from Laxminarayana Institute of Technology, Nagpur University, India, completed in 1991, and a B.Sc.Tech in Chemical Engineering/Technology from the same institution in 1989. Her foundational education in chemical engineering and technology, combined with advanced studies in biomedical science, has provided a strong interdisciplinary base for her subsequent research in biotechnology.
Professional Experience
Dr. Sagarika Biswas has held various prestigious positions, most notably as a Chief Scientist and Professor at the Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research, CSIR-IGIB, since 2007. Over the years, she has led various groundbreaking research projects, including those focused on rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, and cardiovascular diseases. She has also served as Principal Investigator for several nationally and internationally funded projects, collaborating with leading institutions such as AIIMS and the University of Leeds. Her work has significantly impacted our understanding of autoimmune disease mechanisms and the identification of potential biomarkers for early diagnosis and therapy.
Research Interests
Dr. Biswas’s research primarily focuses on biotechnology, with a specific emphasis on proteomics, bioinformatics, and metabolomics. Her work seeks to understand the molecular mechanisms underlying autoimmune diseases, particularly rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis, through proteomic profiling. Additionally, her research involves investigating the role of glycoproteins, phosphoproteins, and metabolites in disease progression, with a focus on developing diagnostic biomarkers and therapeutic strategies. She has also explored the therapeutic potential of plant-based formulations in modulating inflammation and improving disease outcomes.
Research Skills
Dr. Biswas possesses advanced research skills in proteomics, bioinformatics, and metabolomics, with a deep understanding of high-throughput proteomic and metabolic profiling techniques. She is proficient in the use of mass spectrometry, phosphoproteomics, and glycoproteomics to identify biomarkers and understand disease mechanisms. Her expertise extends to data analysis using bioinformatics tools and software, enabling her to interpret complex biological data sets. Additionally, Dr. Biswas is skilled in managing large-scale research projects, securing funding, and leading interdisciplinary teams to drive impactful research in the biomedical sciences.
Awards and Honors
Dr. Sagarika Biswas has received numerous prestigious awards and honors throughout her career. Notable international accolades include the Women in Science Award at the International Conference on Biotechnological, Chemical, and Environmental Sciences in 2023, the ICMR International Fellow Award in 2008, and the Helmholtz Fellowship in 2012. She has also received several national awards, such as the Professor MP Khare Memorial Lecture Award in 2022, for her contributions to glycobiology. Furthermore, Dr. Biswas has been recognized with numerous best oral and poster presentation awards at international and national conferences, showcasing the impact and relevance of her research in the scientific community.
Conclusion
Dr. Sagarika Biswas is a well-qualified candidate for the Best Researcher Award, with her considerable achievements in biotechnology, awards at both international and national levels, and successful management of interdisciplinary projects. Her dedication to autoimmune and inflammatory disease research, combined with her specialized expertise in proteomics, positions her as a strong contender. Emphasizing continued high-impact publishing and broader outreach could further enhance her candidacy for future recognition.
Publication Top Notes
- Chronic disease management via modulation of cellular signaling by phytoestrogen Bavachin
- Authors: Chakraborty, D., Malik, S., Mann, S., Joshi, L., Biswas, S.
- Journal: Molecular Biology Reports
- Year: 2024
- Volume: 51(1)
- Pages: 921
- Citations: 0
- ITIH4 in Rheumatoid Arthritis Pathogenesis: Network Pharmacology and Molecular Docking Analysis Identify CXCR4 as a Potential Receptor
- Authors: Joshi, L., Chakraborty, D., Kumar, V., Biswas, S.
- Journal: Pathophysiology
- Year: 2024
- Volume: 31(3)
- Pages: 514–530
- Citations: 0
- Clo-miR-14: a medicinally valued spice-derived miRNA with therapeutic implications in rheumatoid arthritis
- Authors: Sarkar, A., Saquib, M., Chakraborty, D., Malhotra, R., Biswas, S.
- Journal: Bioscience Reports
- Year: 2024
- Volume: 44(9)
- Article Number: BSR20240311
- Citations: 0
- Targeting TNF-α-induced expression of TTR and RAGE in rheumatoid arthritis: Apigenin’s mediated therapeutic approach
- Authors: Monu, Agnihotri, P., Saquib, M., Biswas, S.
- Journal: Cytokine
- Year: 2024
- Volume: 179
- Article Number: 156616
- Citations: 1
- Mitochondrial functioning in Rheumatoid arthritis modulated by estrogen: Evidence-based insight into the sex-based influence on mitochondria and disease
- Authors: Malik, S., Chakraborty, D., Agnihotri, P., Sharma, A., Biswas, S.
- Journal: Mitochondrion
- Year: 2024
- Volume: 76
- Article Number: 101854
- Citations: 1
- Functional Significance of miR-4693-5p in Targeting HIF1α and Its Link to Rheumatoid Arthritis Pathogenesis
- Authors: Saquib, M., Agnihotri, P., Sarkar, A., Malhotra, R., Biswas, S.
- Journal: Non-coding RNA
- Year: 2024
- Volume: 10(2)
- Article Number: 22
- Citations: 1
- Unveiling the Nexus: Cellular Metabolomics Unravels the Impact of Estrogen on Nicotinamide Metabolism in Mitigating Rheumatoid Arthritis Pathogenesis
- Authors: Malik, S., Chakraborty, D., Agnihotri, P., Kumar, V., Biswas, S.
- Journal: Metabolites
- Year: 2024
- Volume: 14(4)
- Article Number: 214
- Citations: 1
- Computational Approaches for the Discovery of New Drugs for Inflammatory and Infectious Diseases
- Authors: Dalal, V., Biswas, S.
- Book Title: Computational Approaches in Bioengineering: Volume 1: Computational Approaches in Biotechnology and Bioinformatics
- Year: 2024
- Pages: 1–34
- Citations: 0
- Differential Expression of Fibrinogen Alpha and Its Potential Involvement in Osteoarthritis Pathogenesis
- Authors: Kumavat, R., Kumar, V., Biswas, S.
- Journal: Molecular Biotechnology
- Year: 2024
- Citations: 1
- Phytochemical profiling of polyphenols and thyroid stimulatory activity of Ficus religiosa leaf extract in 6-propyl-thiouracil-induced hypothyroid rats
- Authors: Kar, A., Mahar, D., Biswas, S., Efferth, T., Panda, S.
- Journal: Journal of Ethnopharmacology
- Year: 2023
- Volume: 313
- Article Number: 116479
- Citations: 3