Professor at Pharmacy Practice, R C Patel Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research Shirpur, India
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Professional Profiles:
Experience:
Dr. Nagalakshmi has a rich history in academia, particularly in the field of pharmaceutical education and research. She has been associated with the R.C. Patel Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research in Shirpur since August 15, 2017, where she currently holds the position of Professor. Prior to this, she served as Vice Principal at the H.R. Patel Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research in Shirpur from November 1, 2011, to August 14, 2017. Her journey at this institute began as an Assistant Professor on October 5, 2004, and she later transitioned to the role of Professor in February 2013. Dr. Nagalakshmi’s career in academia started as a Lecturer on October 5, 1995, at the same institute. Before her tenure at the H.R. Patel Institute, she served as the Principal of the College of Pharmacy in Boradi from April 4, 1991, to October 4, 1995. Her academic journey began as a Lecturer at the Poona College of Pharmacy in Pune from June 1985 to April 1991.
Skills:
Dr. Nagalakshmi has played a key role in fostering a competitive research environment within the Pharmacology Department. Her efforts have led to the development of a highly skilled team of professionals, contributing to the department’s success. Dr. Nagalakshmi has also shared her knowledge and expertise by delivering guest lectures at various institutions, enriching the academic community with her insights. Her hands-on experience in handling animals has been instrumental in her research endeavors, particularly in the areas of cardiovascular diseases (CVS), asthma, and liver disorders. These areas of interest reflect her dedication to understanding and addressing significant health challenges through her research.
Memberships:
Dr. Nagalakshmi is an esteemed member of several professional organizations. She holds a Life Membership with the Association of Pharmacy Teachers of India (APTI) in Bangalore, where she is registered under membership number MA/LM-405. Additionally, she is a Life Member of the Indian Pharmacological Society (IPS) in Hyderabad, holding membership number LP-169. Dr. Nagalakshmi is also a proud Life Member of the American Society for Pharmacology and Experimental Therapeutics (ASPET). Furthermore, she is a Registered Pharmacist with the Maharashtra State Pharmacy Council, with registration number 28758 dated June 29, 1992. Her active involvement in these organizations showcases her commitment to the field of pharmacy and her ongoing professional development.
Confernces:
Dr. Nagalakshmi has actively participated in various professional development programs and conferences sponsored by esteemed organizations such as ISTE (Indian Society for Technical Education) and AICTE (All India Council for Technical Education). These programs include:
- ISTE and AICTE sponsored winter school on Experimental Techniques in Pharmacology and Toxicology at Government College of Pharmacy, Karad, held from October 26 to November 7, 1998.
- ISTE sponsored two-week program on Advances in Pharmaceutical Sciences at Poona College of Pharmacy, Pune, conducted from May 26 to June 6, 2003.
- AICTE sponsored Quality Improvement Program on Pharmacological Techniques in Drug Development and Safety Profile at J.S.S. College of Pharmacy, Ooty, which took place from February 23 to March 7, 2004.
- AICTE sponsored Quality Improvement Program on Advances in Pharmacology at Poona College of Pharmacy, Pune, held from February 20 to March 4, 2006.
- 3rd Indo–Canadian Symposium at Government College of Pharmacy, Aurangabad, organized from March 27 to 29, 2008.
- 68th International Congress of FIP (International Pharmaceutical Federation) in Basel, Switzerland, which Dr. Nagalakshmi attended from August 29 to September 4, 2008.
- 43rd International Conference of IPS (Indian Pharmacological Society) at AIIMS Delhi, which she participated in from December 21 to 23, 2008.
- Conference on “Emerging Trends in Natural Product Research” at the School of Natural Product Studies, Jadavpur University, Kolkata, held on February 12-13, 2011.
Publications:
Pharmacological screening of Acalypha indica L.: Possible role in the treatment of asthma
Antiasthmatic potential of Zizyphus jujuba Mill and Jujuboside B. – Possible role in the treatment of asthma
Role of 5-HT2 receptors in diabetes: Swertiamarin seco-iridoid glycoside might be a possible 5-HT2 receptor modulator
Oleanolic acid prevents increase in blood pressure and nephrotoxicity in nitric oxide dependent type of hypertension in rats
Evaluation of antihyperlipidemic and antiatherosclerotic potential of rimonabant in experimental animals
Antihyperlipidemic and antiatherosclerotic activity of rimonabant in wistar albino rats
Effect of Viscum articulatum Burm. (Loranthaceae) in N ω– nitro-l-arginine methyl ester induced hypertension and renal dysfunction
Amaranthus spinosus Linn. Inhibits mast cell-mediated anaphylactic reactions
Effect of Tridax procumbens (Linn.) on bile duct ligation-induced liver fibrosis in rats