Bonewendé Mohamed Belemlilga | Medicinal Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Bonewendé Mohamed Belemlilga | Medicinal Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Institut de Recherche en Sciences de la Santé (IRSS), Burkina Faso

👨‍🎓Profiles

🎓 Early Academic Pursuits

Dr. Bonewendé Mohamed Belemlilga earned his Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Pharmacology from Joseph KI-ZERBO University of Ouagadougou in 2019. His doctoral research was conducted in collaboration with the University of Paris-Saclay, strengthening his expertise in pharmacological experimentation and phytochemical studies.

🔬 Research Focus and Innovations

Dr. Belemlilga’s research is centered on the therapeutic properties of medicinal plants used to treat priority diseases, including:
✅ Digestive parasitosis
✅ Respiratory infections
✅ Malaria and dengue fever
✅ Liver diseases
✅ Cancer

His work at the Institut de Recherche en Sciences de la Santé (IRSS) involves pharmacological validation of medicinal plant products and developing antiparasitic phytomedicines.

🏥 Clinical Trials and Research Projects

He is the coordinator of a clinical trial project focused on developing an antiparasitic phytomedicine for treating digestive parasitosis in children. Additionally, he has led and contributed to several completed and ongoing research projects, including:
🔹 Study of the anthelmintic properties of Saba senegalensis extracts on Haemonchus contortus, funded by the Burkina Faso Ministry of Health (FARES/P1 2013).
🔹 Campus France scholarship project (895739H), supported by the French Embassy in Burkina Faso.

🌍 International Collaborations

Dr. Belemlilga actively collaborates with renowned institutions to enhance the pharmacological understanding of medicinal plants:
🔸 Université Paris-Saclay – Phytochemical characterization and antiparasitic testing
🔸 University Félix Houphouët-Boigny – Pharmacological activity research
🔸 Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology – Medicinal plant-based drug development

Additionally, he is a member of the International Research Laboratory Environnement, Santé, Sociétés (IRL 3189 ESS), further solidifying his global scientific engagement.

📊 Impact and Scientific Contributions

Dr. Belemlilga’s research significantly contributes to scientific validation of traditional medicine and new therapeutic approaches. His work aids in bridging the gap between phytomedicine and modern pharmacology, offering potential solutions for neglected tropical diseases.

🔮 Future Contributions

His ongoing efforts focus on developing safe and effective plant-based medicines while continuing international collaborations to strengthen African research capacity in **phytomedicine and pharmacology

📖Notable Publications

Anthelmintic activity of Saba senegalensis (A. DC.) Pichon (Apocynaceae) extract against adult worms and eggs of Haemonchus contortus
Authors: MB Belemlilga, A Traoré, S Ouédraogo, A Kaboré, HH Tamboura, …
Journal: Asian Pacific Journal of Tropical Biomedicine
Year: 2016

Phytochemical analysis and ovicidal activity of Cassia sieberiana, Guiera senegalensis and Excoecaria grahamii extracts
Authors: A Traoré, S Ouédraogo, MB Belemlilga, A Kaboré, …
Journal: African Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmacology
Year: 2017

Evaluation of antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and analgesic activities of leaves of Saba senegalensis (A. DC) Pichon (Apocynaceae)
Authors: MB Belemlilga, TK Traoré, GAL Boly, N Ouédraogo, A Traoré, M Lompo, …
Journal: Cardiovascular Disorders
Year: 2019

Preclinical Evaluation of the Antihypertensive Effect of an Aqueous Extract of Anogeissus leiocarpa (DC) Guill et Perr. Bark of Trunk in L-NAME-Induced …
Authors: L Belemnaba, M Nitiéma, S Ilboudo, GG Ouédraogo, N Ouédraogo, …
Journal: Journal of Experimental Pharmacology
Year: 2021

Anti-inflammatory and analgesic activities of extracts from Balanites aegyptiaca L. Delile (Balanitaceae) root bark: Plant used against liver diseases in Burkina Faso
Authors: KT Traoré, N Ouédraogo, L Belemnaba, GAL Boly, CB Atchadé, MB Belemlilga, …
Journal: African Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmacology
Year: 2019

Sourav De | Medicinal Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Sourav De | Medicinal Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Eminent College of Pharmaceutical Technology, India

👨‍🎓Profiles

🎓 Education and Academic Background

Dr. Sourav De is a distinguished researcher and educator currently affiliated with Eminent College of Pharmaceutical Technology, India. He earned his Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Chemistry from the School of Advanced Sciences, Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT), India (March 2017 – December 2020). Under the guidance of Dr. S. K. Ashok Kumar, Professor, his doctoral thesis focused on the design, synthesis, characterization, and anticancer evaluation of various heterocycles and Ru(II)-arene-N^N, N^O, N^S complexes. His strong academic foundation also includes an M.Pharm in Pharmaceutical Chemistry from West Bengal University of Technology (2010–2012), where he graduated with a CGPA of 8.79 (First Class), and a B.Pharm from the University of North Bengal (2006–2010), securing 74% (First Class).

🔬 Research Interests

Dr. Sourav De’s research interests span a diverse range of medicinal chemistry and organometallic chemistry, with a strong emphasis on the therapeutic applications of organic and organometallic complexes. His key areas of focus include: Molecular Modeling and In-Silico Studies for drug discovery and computational chemistry. Chromogenic and Fluorogenic Sensors for biomedical and pharmaceutical applications. Cancer Research, particularly in the treatment of cervical, colon, breast, and brain tumors.

🏆 Research Projects

Dr. De has actively contributed to multiple academic research and technology development projects, showcasing his expertise in cancer theranostics, drug discovery, and molecular design. Notable projects include: DST-SERB Sponsored Project: He worked as a Project Assistant on the Development of novel 2-aryl benzothiazole/benzoxazole, quinoxaline, and phenanthroline analogues as fluorescent probes and cancer theranostics applications (EMR/2017/000816). Grant-in-Aid SEED Fund Research Project: As a Principal Investigator, he led a research project titled “In silico analysis of some ruthenium complexes as potential anti-cancer agents,” funded by Rs. 85,000 (AU/REG/NOT/2021/04/003). With over 11 years and 9 months of research experience, Dr. De has made impactful contributions to the fields of drug development and computational chemistry.

🛠️ Technical Skills

Dr. Sourav De possesses strong technical expertise across various analytical instruments, imaging techniques, and computational tools. His skill set includes: Instruments Handled: UV, FL, FTIR, CD spectroscopy, ELISA reader, Gel Doc, and HPLC. Imaging Techniques: Fluorescent Microscopy, Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM), and Flow Cytometry. Computational and Analytical Tools: Molecular Modeling & Docking: AutoDock 4.2, AutoDock Vina, Chimera 1.11rc, Open Babel GUI. Data Analysis: Python for scientific computing and data visualization. Plotting and Molecular Visualization: Origin, ChemDraw, ChemSketch. Hands-on Experience: Cell culture, molecular biology, and bioinformatics for drug-target interactions and cancer research.

📚 Teaching Experience

Dr. De is an experienced educator specializing in pharmaceutical and medicinal chemistry. He has taught various subjects, including: Pharmaceutical Chemistry & Medicinal Chemistry, Organic and Inorganic Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Analysis & Instrumental Analysis. His teaching methodology combines practical applications and research-driven insights, ensuring students gain both theoretical knowledge and hands-on experience.

🌟 Future Research and Contributions

Dr. Sourav De is committed to advancing therapeutic drug design, molecular diagnostics, and cancer research. His future work aims to develop targeted anticancer drugs, bioactive organometallic complexes, and AI-driven molecular modeling techniques. With his expertise in pharmaceutical sciences and computational chemistry, he continues to make significant contributions to drug discovery and medicinal research.

📖Notable Publications

  • Pyridine: the scaffolds with significant clinical diversity

    • Authors: S De, AK SK, SK Shah, S Kazi, N Sarkar, S Banerjee, S Dey
    • Journal: RSC Advances
    • Year: 2022
  • Critical role of dipeptidyl peptidase IV: a therapeutic target for diabetes and cancer

    • Authors: S De, S Banerjee, SKA Kumar, P Paira
    • Journal: Mini Reviews in Medicinal Chemistry
    • Year: 2019
  • Synthesis, characterisation, molecular docking, biomolecular interaction and cytotoxicity studies of novel ruthenium (II)–arene-2-heteroarylbenzoxazole complexes

    • Authors: S De, SR Chaudhuri, A Panda, GR Jadhav, RS Kumar, P Manohar, …
    • Journal: New Journal of Chemistry
    • Year: 2019
  • Amberlite IR-120 (H) mediated “on water” synthesis of fluorescent Ruthenium (II)-arene 8-hydroxyquinoline complexes for cancer therapy and live cell imaging

    • Authors: A Mondal, S De, S Maiti, B Sarkar, AK Sk, R Jacob, A Moorthy, P Paira
    • Journal: Journal of Photochemistry and Photobiology B: Biology
    • Year: 2018
  • Luminescent ruthenium (II)-para-cymene complexes of aryl substituted imidazo-1,10-phenanthroline as anticancer agents and the effect of remote substituents on cytotoxic activities

    • Authors: S De, RS Kumar, A Gauthaman, SKA Kumar, P Paira, A Moorthy, …
    • Journal: Inorganica Chimica Acta
    • Year: 2021