Prashant Kishor Sharma | Microfluidics | Research Excellence Award

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Mr. Prashant Kishor Sharma | Microfluidics | Research Excellence Award

National Cheng Kung University | Taiwan

Prashant Kishor Sharma is a PhD researcher in Mechanical Engineering at National Cheng Kung University, Taiwan, with a strong focus on microfluidics, active matter, and AI-integrated engineering. His research centers on the design and control of magnetically actuated artificial cilia and swarm microrobots for precise manipulation of fluids and particles at the microscale. He has pioneered studies in microflow switching using artificial cilia for on-demand particle manipulation, enabling advanced control in lab-on-a-chip platforms. Sharma has also explored cognitive and neurobehavioral responses of zebrafish in microfluidic environments, developing AI-assisted computational models to optimize drug delivery and therapeutic testing. In addition to his microfluidics research, he has contributed to computational hemodynamics, utilizing physics-informed neural networks and CFD to analyze abdominal aortic aneurysms, and has implemented bio-inspired designs for drag reduction and thermal optimization in engineering systems. His earlier work involved adsorption-based oxygen concentrators using natural zeolites and the development of solar-powered drying devices, demonstrating his versatility in both biomedical and energy applications. Sharma has published extensively in high-impact journals, including Advanced Intelligent Systems, Biosensors, and Biomicrofluidics, and holds a patent for a natural zeolite-based oxygen concentrator. His research integrates AI, computational modeling, and experimental fluid mechanics to advance the development of lab-on-a-chip platforms for biomedical diagnostics and drug delivery. Recognized for excellence, he has received awards for outstanding research contributions and poster presentations, highlighting his innovative approaches to micro-robotics, flow control, and biomedical engineering, positioning him as a leading emerging researcher in microfluidic systems and active matter technologies.

Profiles : Scopus | ORCID | Google Scholar

Featured Publications

  • Sharma, P. K., Lu, T.-Y., & Chen, C.-Y. (2025). Microfluidic mixing with the dynamic control of magnetic actuation. Advanced Intelligent Systems.

  • Sharma, P. K., & Chen, C.-Y. (2025). AI-integrated micro/nanoscale magnetic robots for biomedical applications: Recent advances in design, fabrication, and functions. Biosensors.

  • Sharma, P. K., Wei, P.-W., Loganathan, D., Lu, Y.-H., & Chen, C.-Y. (2025). Microflow switching using artificial cilia for on-demand particle manipulation. Advanced Intelligent Systems.

  • Sharma, P. K., Loganathan, D., Chen, M.-L., Lu, Y.-H., Wang, P.-H., & Chen, C.-Y. (2025). Cognitive dynamics of drug-mediated zebrafish under sound stimuli in a microfluidic environment. Biomicrofluidics.

  • Kandukuri, K. S., Sharma, P. K., & Arun, R. K. (2024). A comparative assessment of distributive mode active solar dryers: Flat plate collector vs evacuated tube collector with thermal energy storage and perforated baffled trays. Solar Energy Journal.

Deepa Kumari | Nanotechnology | Women Researcher Award

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Dr. Deepa Kumari | Nanotechnology | Women Researcher Award

Regional Institute of Education, Bhubaneswar India

👨‍🎓Profiles

🎓 Academic Qualifications

Dr. Deepa Kumari, based at the Regional Institute of Education, Bhubaneswar, India, holds an impressive academic background with an M.Sc., M.Phil., and Ph.D. in Chemistry. She has also successfully qualified the KSET (Karnataka State Eligibility Test), reflecting her scholarly competence and readiness for higher education teaching and research.

👩‍🏫 Teaching Experience

Dr. Deepa Kumari has accumulated over 10 years of teaching experience at the postgraduate level, mentoring M.Sc. Chemistry and M.Sc. Organic Chemistry students, alongside B.Sc., B.Ed. aspirants. Between 2021 and 2023, she also contributed significantly to Ph.D. and M.Phil. programs by delivering specialized lectures for Ph.D. coursework students at the Department of Studies in Chemistry, University of Mysore, Mysuru. Her ability to engage with students across undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral levels highlights her versatility and deep commitment to academic excellence.

🔬 Research Contributions and Guidance

Recognized as an official Research Guide by the University of Mysore in 2021, Dr. Deepa is actively supervising three Ph.D. scholars who are currently pursuing their research under her guidance. Her mentorship focuses on fostering critical thinking, experimental rigor, and original contribution to the field of chemical sciences, particularly in organic and electrochemical domains.

🧪 Research Projects and Collaborations

Dr. Deepa has successfully completed a UGC-sponsored Minor Research Project (MRP) in 2019, titled “Synthesis and characterization of novel Hydantoin derivatives for their Electrochemical applications.” This project emphasized creating new compounds with potential electrochemical functionalities, showcasing her expertise at the intersection of synthetic organic chemistry and applied electrochemistry. Additionally, she played a crucial role as a Co-coordinator for the ‘Prakriti Mela’ project in 2025, sponsored by NCERT, aiming to promote environmental awareness and scientific curiosity among school students in Bhubaneswar. This endeavor reflects her commitment to extending the impact of science beyond academia to the broader community.

📚 Academic Influence and Impact

Through a decade of dedicated teaching, notable research projects, and active Ph.D. supervision, Dr. Deepa Kumari has established herself as a respected educator and researcher. Her work not only enriches the academic environment at the Regional Institute of Education but also contributes meaningfully to the wider fields of organic chemistry and electrochemical studies.

🌟 Legacy and Future Contributions

Looking ahead, Dr. Deepa Kumari is poised to continue nurturing future generations of chemists and expanding her research portfolio. Her efforts in advancing synthetic methodologies, promoting environmental education, and integrating research with teaching underscore her lasting commitment to the advancement of science and education in India.

📖Notable Publications

  • CuO nanoparticles: green combustion synthesis, applications to antioxidant, photocatalytic and sensor studies
    Journal: RSC Advances
    Year: 2024
    Authors: Raju Prakruthi, Hemavathi Nagaraju Deepakumari

  • LC-MS/MS characterization of pirtobrutinib impurities and product degradation: stability studies
    Journal: RSC Advances
    Year: 2024
    Authors: Modachakanahally K. Pavithra, Chaya G., Hemavathi N. Deepakumari, Hosakere D. Revanasiddappa, Salah Jasim Mohammed, Hasan Sh. Majdi, Abdullah H. Alsabhan, Shareefraza J. Ukkund

  • Multifunctional applications of bismuth vanadate nanoparticles: enhanced photocatalytic, good sensor and supercapacitor property
    Journal: Journal of Materials Science: Materials in Electronics
    Year: 2024
    Authors: R. Prakruthi, H. N. Deepakumari, C. Mallikarjunaswamy, H. D. Revanasiddappa, G. Nagaraju

  • Silver vanadate nanoparticles: Green synthesis, enhanced photocatalytic and antibacterial activity
    Journal: AIP Advances
    Year: 2024
    Authors: R. Prakruthi, H. N. Deepakumari, H. D. Revanasiddappa, Faisal M. Alfaisal, Shamshad Alam, Hasan Sh. Majdi, Mohammad Amir Khan, Shareefraza J. Ukkund