Prof Dr. Sangita Sharma | Computational Organicchemistry | Best Researcher Award
Professor & Head at Hemchandracharya North Gujarat University, India.
Prof. Dr. Sangita Sharma is an accomplished academician with over 30 years of experience in teaching and research. She holds multiple degrees, including an M.Sc. and M.Phil. in Physical Chemistry, a Ph.D. in Chemistry, as well as B.Ed. and M.Ed. degrees, alongside an LLB. With a research career spanning 32 years, she has published 156 research papers in national and international journals and supervised 28 Ph.D. and 14 M.Phil. students. Her research interests include developing protocols for dye removal from wastewater and studying Ginkgo biloba’s components in Alzheimer’s treatment. Prof. Dr. Sharma has also held several key positions at her university, including Chairman of the University Industry Linkage Cell and Director of the Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC). Additionally, she has organized over 70 seminars and workshops focused on social issues such as women empowerment and gender equality. Her extensive contributions to academia have earned her numerous awards and recognitions, underscoring her commitment to education and research excellence.
Profile:
Education
Prof. Dr. Sangita Sharma holds a diverse and impressive educational background. She earned her M.Sc. and M.Phil. degrees in Physical Chemistry, followed by a B.Ed. and an M.Ed. degree. Furthering her academic credentials, she obtained a Ph.D. in Chemistry and an LLB. Additionally, Prof. Dr. Sharma has completed ten in-service courses from various universities across India, demonstrating her commitment to continuous professional development and a deep understanding of her field.
Professional Experiences
Prof. Dr. Sangita Sharma has amassed an extensive professional experience of over 30 years in postgraduate teaching within university departments. She has taught a wide range of topics in physical chemistry, including thermodynamics, chemical kinetics, electrochemistry, quantum chemistry, adsorption, polymer nuclear chemistry, and instrumental techniques. As an examiner for both practical and theory components, she has evaluated postgraduate students across ten universities and assessed Ph.D. theses from various institutions. Additionally, she has served as a paper setter for M.Phil. and Ph.D. entrance examinations, as well as for state public service examinations. Her academic involvement extends to administrative roles, where she has made significant contributions to various committees and educational policies, including her position as Chairman of the Committee Against Sexual Harassment and Director of the Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC).
Research Interests
Prof. Dr. Sangita Sharma’s research interests are primarily focused on physical chemistry, with a particular emphasis on the development of innovative protocols for environmental remediation. She has conducted significant research on the removal of dyes from wastewater, leveraging her expertise in chemical kinetics and thermodynamics. Additionally, her work explores the therapeutic potential of components derived from Ginkgo biloba in the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease, utilizing theoretical computational tools to advance the understanding of chemical interactions. Over her 32-year research career, she has published 156 research papers in national and international journals, supervised 28 Ph.D. students and 14 M.Phil. students, and successfully completed 12 government-funded projects, all reflecting her commitment to advancing knowledge in her field.
Research skills
Prof. Dr. Sangita Sharma possesses a diverse set of research skills honed over her extensive career in physical chemistry. Her expertise includes advanced techniques in chemical analysis, thermodynamics, and electrochemistry, enabling her to conduct thorough investigations in both theoretical and experimental domains. She has a proven ability to design and implement protocols for the removal of contaminants from wastewater and has worked on projects assessing the medicinal properties of natural compounds. Dr. Sharma is skilled in supervising graduate research, having guided numerous Ph.D. and M.Phil. students, and is adept at evaluating and critiquing research work, having served as an examiner for various universities. Her strong analytical skills are complemented by a robust publication record, with 156 research papers to her name, along with the experience of being a reviewer for leading scientific journals, highlighting her critical engagement with current scientific discourse.
Conclusion
With her extensive qualifications, impressive research achievements, and unwavering commitment to education and community service, Prof. Dr. Sangita Sharma is an outstanding candidate for the Research for Best Researcher Award. Her exemplary contributions to academia and society make her deserving of this prestigious recognition.
- Density a comparative refractive index study on mixing properties of binary liquid mixtures of Eucalyptol with Hydrocarbons at 303.15, 308.15 and 313.15 K
Authors: R.S.P.J.J.V. Sangita Sharma, Pragnesh B. Patel
Journal: E-Journal of Chemistry
Volume: 4
Pages: 343-349
Year: 2007
Citations: 84 - Synthesis and antimicrobial activity of pyrazole nucleus containing 2-thioxothiazolidin-4-one derivatives
Authors: H. B’Bhatt, S. Sharma
Journal: Arabian Journal of Chemistry
Volume: 10
Pages: S1590-S1596
Year: 2017
Citations: 73 - Kinetic study of application of ZnO as a photocatalyst in heterogeneous medium
Authors: J.J. Vora, S.K. Chauhan, K.C. Parmar, S.B. Vasava, S. Sharma, L.S. Bhutadiya
Journal: Journal of Chemistry
Volume: 6
Issue: 2
Pages: 531-536
Year: 2009
Citations: 52 - A dechlorination pathway for synthesis of horn shaped carbon nanotubes and its adsorption properties for CO2, CH4, CO and N2
Authors: S.Y. Sawant, R.S. Somani, H.C. Bajaj, S.S. Sharma
Journal: Journal of Hazardous Materials
Volume: 227
Pages: 317-326
Year: 2012
Citations: 39 - Synthesis and characterization of nickel (II), zinc (II), and cadmium (II) mixed-ligand complexes with 2, 2′-bipyridylamine and phenols
Authors: J.D. Joshi, S. Sharma, G. Patel, J.J. Vora
Journal: Synthesis and Reactivity in Inorganic and Metal-Organic Chemistry
Volume: 32
Issue: 10
Year: 2002
Citations: 36 - Synthesis, Spectral and Microbial Studies of Some Novel Schiff Base Derivatives of 4‐Methylpyridin‐2‐amine
Authors: J.J. Vora, S.B. Vasava, K.C. Parmar, S.K. Chauhan, S.S. Sharma
Journal: Journal of Chemistry
Volume: 6
Issue: 4
Pages: 1205-1210
Year: 2009
Citations: 34 - Acumen into the effect of alcohols on choline chloride: L-lactic acid-based natural deep eutectic solvent (NADES): A spectral investigation unified with theoretical and …
Authors: A.K. Jangir, H. Mandviwala, P. Patel, S. Sharma, K. Kuperkar
Journal: Journal of Molecular Liquids
Volume: 317
Pages: 113923
Year: 2020
Citations: 33 - Density and viscometric study of binary liquid mixtures of morpholine with some aromatic hydrocarbons at temperatures 303.15, 308.15 and 313.15 K
Authors: S. Sharma, M. Makavana
Journal: Fluid Phase Equilibria
Volume: 375
Pages: 219-227
Year: 2014
Citations: 32 - Synthesis, Characterization and Antibacterial Activity of a New Series of s‐Triazines Derived with Quinolines
Authors: J.J. Vora, S.B. Vasava, A.D. Patel, K.C. Parmar, S.K. Chauhan, S.S. Sharma
Journal: Journal of Chemistry
Volume: 6
Issue: 1
Pages: 201-206
Year: 2009
Citations: 32 - Density, excess molar volumes and refractive indices of β-pinene with o, m, p-xylene and toluene at 303.15, 308.15 and 313.15 K
Authors: S. Sharma, J. Bhalodia, J. Ramani, R. Patel
Journal: Physics and Chemistry of Liquids
Volume: 49
Issue: 6
Pages: 765-776
Year: 2011
Citations: 30