Sushmita Bhushan | Analytical Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Mrs. Sushmita Bhushan | Analytical Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Netaji Subhas University of Technology, India

👨‍🎓Profiles

🎓 Early Academic Pursuits

Mrs. Sushmita Bhushan has consistently demonstrated academic excellence throughout her educational journey. She began with a First Division in Secondary and Senior Secondary education under the U.P. Board. Building on this foundation, she earned a Diploma in Electronics Engineering from the Institute of Engineering & Rural Technology, Prayagraj. Her passion for electronics and communication led her to pursue the A.M.I.E in Electronics & Communication Engineering from IEI, Kolkata. She further specialized by obtaining her M.Tech in RF & Microwave Engineering with First Division from Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University, New Delhi, demonstrating her growing expertise in high-frequency systems.

🧑‍💼 Professional Endeavors

Professionally, Mrs. Bhushan has acquired significant experience in both academic and research environments. She began her career as a Technical Assistant in the Department of Electronics & Communication Engineering at the Indian Institute of Information Technology (IIIT), Prayagraj. Later, she joined Netaji Subhas University of Technology (NSUT), Delhi, as a University Research Fellow (URF), where she continues to contribute to the university’s research excellence.

🔬 Contributions and Research Focus

Currently pursuing her Ph.D. in Electronics and Communication Engineering from NSUT, Delhi, Mrs. Bhushan focuses on the Design and Implementation of Dielectric Resonator Antennas for Jamming Applications, under the supervision of Prof. Rajveer Singh Yaduvanshi. Her research plays a crucial role in developing compact, efficient, and high-performance antenna systems for electromagnetic interference and defense-related communication disruption technologies. She is also a co-inventor of a granted Indian Patent titled “An Animal Scarer Device”—a testament to her innovation in applied electronics.

🌍 Impact and Influence

Through her academic research and patent contributions, Mrs. Bhushan has added value to both industrial and defense communication sectors. Her work is particularly relevant in national security applications and intelligent wireless systems. By integrating theory and practical design, she has become a promising contributor in the RF and microwave community.

📚 Academic Cites and Publications

Her academic impact is further reflected through co-authored publications and ongoing research dissemination in peer-reviewed journals and conferences. These include collaborative works with renowned researchers such as Prof. Yaduvanshi and others in advanced antenna and RF system design—though detailed citations were not listed in this summary, they reflect growing academic recognition.

🛠️ Technical Skills

Mrs. Bhushan is proficient in several advanced design and simulation tools, including HFSS, CST, and ADS for antenna modeling. She is adept in PCB designing using Multisim, Ultiboard, and EDWinXP software. Additionally, she possesses hands-on skills in Optical Instrumentation (e.g., Splicing, OTDR) and Surface Mount Technology (SMT), making her a versatile engineer and researcher capable of bridging simulation with practical implementation.

👩‍🏫 Teaching Experience

She has taught key undergraduate subjects including Digital Logic Design, Electronics Devices and Circuits, and RF and Microwave Engineering, demonstrating her ability to translate complex technical concepts into effective classroom instruction. Her teaching reflects both theoretical understanding and hands-on experience, enriching the learning process for her students.

🌟 Legacy and Future Contributions

As she continues her doctoral journey, Mrs. Bhushan’s goal is to contribute to academia and industry through innovative research, meaningful patents, and impactful teaching. Her work in dielectric resonator antenna design is set to influence future advancements in wireless communication and jamming systems, and her commitment to technical education ensures she will continue shaping future engineers and researchers.

📖Notable Publications

Design and implementation of reconfigurable communication and sensing antenna
Authors: Sushmita Bhushan, Rajveer Singh Yaduvanshi
Journal: AEU-International Journal of Electronics and Communications
Year: 2025

Design and Implementation of Rectangular Dielectric Resonator Antennas for GPS-Based Toll System
Authors: Mishti Gautam, Rajveer Yaduvanshi, Anup Kumar, Sushmita Bhushan, Saurabh Katiyar
Journal: MAPAN
Year: 2024

Design and Implementations of Pigeon’s Away Electronic System
Authors: Arjun Sharma, Rajveer Yaduvanshi, Anup Kumar, Harshul Jain, Sushmita Bhushan, Saurabh Katiyar, Amit Pandit
Journal: MAPAN
Year: 2023

2.4 GHz Wi-Fi jammer using cylindrical dielectric resonator antenna for prison applications
Authors: Sushmita Bhushan, Rajveer Singh Yaduvanshi
Journal: MAPAN
Year: 2023

Defected ground split ring resonator-based sensor for adulteration detection in fluids
Authors: Sushmita Bhushan, Sanjeev Kumar, Neeta Singh, Sachin Kumar
Journal: Wireless Personal Communications
Year: 2021

Jun Dang | Analytical Chemistry | Analytical Chemistry Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Jun Dang | Analytical Chemistry | Analytical Chemistry Award

Northwest Institute of Plateau Biology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, China

👨‍🎓Profiles

🏫 Early Academic Pursuits

He pursued his passion for natural product chemistry and Tibetan medicine during his formative academic years. His early work focused on exploring the unique biodiversity of the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, setting the foundation for his lifelong dedication to the chemical biology of natural products. His advanced studies led him to a role as a master’s advisor and eventually to his appointment as an associate researcher at the Northwest Institute of Plateau Biology, Chinese Academy of Sciences.

💼 Professional Endeavors

He currently serves as the Deputy Director of the Qinghai Provincial Key Laboratory of Tibetan Medicine Research. He is an active member of the Ethnic Medicine Committee of the Chinese Pharmaceutical Association and a Director of the Qinghai Pharmaceutical Association. Recognized for his contributions to natural sciences, he has been inducted into prestigious programs, including the Youth Innovation Promotion Association of the Chinese Academy of Sciences and Qinghai Province’s Kunlun Talents∙High-End Innovation and Entrepreneurship Talents Program.

🌟 Contributions and Research Focus

He specializes in the accurate discovery of functional components from the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau's unique biological resources. His innovative methods target protein agonists or inhibitors, elucidating molecular mechanisms for disease intervention. Through these pioneering studies, he bridges chemical biology with practical health applications, enriching the field with novel approaches to isolating and purifying bioactive compounds.

🌍 Impact and Influence

With 47 SCI-indexed publications and 26 granted Chinese national invention patents, Dr. Dang’s research has profoundly impacted both academia and industry. His 1150 citations, averaging 15.13 citations per article, highlight the relevance of his work. Additionally, his leadership in enterprise projects demonstrates a strong connection between scientific discovery and economic benefit, advancing pharmaceutical and biotech industries.

📚 Academic Cites and Publications

His academic contributions include 76 publications, of which 47 are SCI-indexed papers authored or co-authored as the first or corresponding author. These articles span innovative discoveries in bioactive compounds, contributing significantly to chemical biology and natural product research. He also served as the lead editor for a special issue on bioactive compounds and their molecular mechanisms against diseases.

🛠️ Technical Skills

His expertise encompasses advanced techniques in natural product chemistry, protein expression, and molecular biology. He has mastered isolating bioactive compounds and identifying their therapeutic targets, applying enzymatic, cellular, and animal model evaluations to ensure robust results.

👨‍🏫 Teaching and Mentorship

As a dedicated mentor, Dr. Dang has guided numerous master’s students, fostering the next generation of researchers in natural product chemistry and Tibetan medicine. His leadership extends beyond academia, where he collaborates with national and international researchers, amplifying the reach of his mentorship.

🎯 Legacy and Future Contributions

He envisions a future where the rich biodiversity of the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau is harnessed to solve global health challenges. By focusing on molecular mechanisms of disease intervention, he aims to create impactful, sustainable solutions in pharmaceuticals and natural medicine. His innovative methods and collaborative efforts ensure that his legacy will inspire ongoing advancements in chemical biology and natural product research.

📖Notable Publications

  1. Practically complementary size exclusion chromatography and reversed-phase liquid chromatography for the preparative separation of structurally similar flavone-C-glycosides
    • Authors: Dang, J., Lv, Y., Abd. El-Aty, A.M., Li, G.
    • Journal: Journal of Chromatography A
    • Year: 2025
  2. Isolation of highly polar galloyl glucoside tautomers from Saxifraga tangutica through preparative chromatography and assessment of their in vitro antioxidant activity
    • Authors: Tong, Y., Chu, M., Zhou, J., Abd El-Aty, A.M., Dang, J.
    • Journal: BMC Chemistry
    • Year: 2024
  3. Innovative orthogonal two-dimensional reversed-phase liquid chromatography × supercritical fluid chromatography with a phenyl/tetrazole stationary phase for the preparative isolation of diarylheptanoids
    • Authors: Dang, J., Tong, Y., Wang, Q., Li, G., Abd El-Aty, A.M.
    • Journal: Journal of Chromatography A
    • Year: 2024
  4. Protection against myocardial ischemia/reperfusion injury in mice by 3-caffeoylquinic acid isomers isolated from Saxifraga tangutica
    • Authors: Tong, Y., Li, G., Shi, X., Abd El-Aty, A.M., Dang, J.
    • Journal: RSC Advances
    • Year: 2024
  5. Impact of Preparative Isolation of C-Glycosylflavones Derived from Dianthus superbus on In Vitro Glucose Metabolism
    • Authors: Lin, Z., Zhou, X., Yuan, C., Dang, J., Li, G.
    • Journal: Molecules
    • Year: 2024
  6. An Integrated Strategy for Investigating Antioxidants from Ribes himalense Royle ex Decne and Their Potential Target Proteins
    • Authors: Liu, C., Lei, Y., Liu, Y., Dang, J., Wu, M.
    • Journal: Antioxidants
    • Year: 2023
  7. Medium- and High-Pressure Integrated Chromatographic Strategies for the Isolation and Purification of Free Radical Inhibitors from Dracocephalum heterophyllum
    • Authors: Lv, Y., Wang, Z., Wang, Q., Dang, J.
    • Journal: Separations
    • Year: 2022
  8. Preparative isolation of antioxidative furanocoumarins from Dracocephalum heterophyllum and their potential action target
    • Authors: Lv, Y., Li, C., Wang, Z., Li, G., Dang, J.
    • Journal: Journal of Separation Science
    • Year: 2022
  9. Integrated chromatographic approach for the discovery of gingerol antioxidants from Dracocephalum heterophyllum and their potential targets
    • Authors: Dang, J., Lv, Y., Li, C., Li, G., Wang, Q.
    • Journal: Analytical Methods
    • Year: 2022
  10. Ethyl Acetate Extract of Dracocephalum heterophyllum Benth Ameliorates Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis and Fibrosis via Regulating Bile Acid Metabolism, Oxidative Stress and Inhibiting Inflammation
    • Authors: Fang, Y., Sun, D., Li, G., Wang, Q., Dang, J.
    • Journal: Separations
    • Year: 2022