Indian Institute of Information Technology, India
👨🎓Profiles
🎓 Early Academic Pursuits
Ayush Amod began his academic journey with a strong foundation in Life Sciences, earning both his Bachelor's and Master's degrees from the University of Allahabad (UoA), India. His keen interest in interdisciplinary sciences led him to pursue a Master of Technology (M.Tech) in Bioinformatics from the Indian Institute of Information Technology, Allahabad (IIIT-A). With a passion for research, he secured a prestigious Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) by ICMR (All India Rank-18) and also qualified the National Eligibility Test (NET) by CSIR (All India Rank-50), showcasing his excellence in the field of medical and computational biology.
🏅 Professional Endeavors
Currently serving as an ICMR-SRF Research Scholar at IIIT-Allahabad, Ayush Amod is in the final phase of his doctoral studies at the Department of Applied Sciences. His research is primarily centered on understanding bacterial biofilm infections, nanobiotechnology, and bioinformatics. His collaborative efforts with Central Drug Research Institute (CDRI), Lucknow have further enhanced the translational impact of his work.
🔬 Contributions and Research Focus
Ayush Amod’s research contributions have been instrumental in advancing bioinformatics and computational biology, particularly in drug discovery and disease therapeutics. His work on strigolactone analogues focused on investigating the role of HDAC1 and HDAC2 inhibitors in hepatocellular carcinoma, leading to a significant publication in Biotechnology Letters (2022). During the COVID-19 pandemic, he contributed to drug discovery by evaluating the phytoconstituents of Tinospora cordifolia against SARS-CoV-2 K417N and N501Y mutant spike glycoprotein and its main protease, providing valuable insights into potential antiviral therapeutics. Additionally, he played a key role in the development of the Anti-Ebola Peptide Database (AEPDB), a specialized and comprehensive resource of antiviral peptides against the Ebola virus, making a meaningful impact on computational virology and peptide-based drug discovery.
📊 Impact and Influence
Ayush has made remarkable progress in the field of bioinformatics, contributing to 7 SCI-indexed research papers and maintaining an h-index of 4 and i10-index of 2, reflecting the significance of his work. His research bridges the gap between computational biology and medical sciences, aiding drug discovery and therapeutic development.
📚 Academic Citations & Publications
With a total of 7 SCI-indexed publications, his work is gaining widespread recognition in the scientific community. His research has been referenced by fellow scholars working in drug discovery, computational biology, and nanobiotechnology.
🛠 Technical Skills
Ayush possesses expertise in a diverse range of computational and laboratory techniques, enabling him to make significant contributions to bioinformatics and drug discovery. His proficiency in molecular docking and dynamics simulations allows for the detailed analysis of biomolecular interactions, crucial for understanding drug-target mechanisms. He is skilled in computational drug discovery, utilizing advanced algorithms and modeling techniques to identify potential therapeutic compounds. Additionally, his experience in bioinformatics database development has contributed to the creation of specialized resources for antiviral research. With a strong background in high-performance computing for biological data analysis, he efficiently processes large-scale genomic and proteomic datasets, enhancing the accuracy and speed of computational biology applications.
🎓 Teaching Experience & Knowledge Sharing
As a dedicated researcher, Ayush has mentored junior scholars in bioinformatics and computational biology. He has actively engaged in scientific discussions and workshops to help budding researchers develop skills in molecular modeling, drug discovery, and bioinformatics tools.
🌟 Legacy and Future Contributions
With an interdisciplinary research approach, Ayush Amod is poised to make groundbreaking contributions in computational biology and nanobiotechnology. His ongoing research on bacterial biofilm infections and drug resistance will play a crucial role in developing novel therapeutic strategies. Looking ahead, he aims to expand his work in AI-driven drug discovery and personalized medicine, contributing towards a better understanding of infectious diseases and their treatment.
📖Notable Publications
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- Authors: Mondal, R.K., Anand, A.A., Amod, A., Pal, O., Samanta, S.K.
- Journal: International Journal of Peptide Research and Therapeutics
- Year: 2025
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- Authors: Anurag Anand, A., Amod, A., Anwar, S., Sethi, G., Samanta, S.K.
- Journal: Critical Reviews in Microbiology
- Year: 2024
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- Authors: Singh, A., Amod, A., Mulpuru, V., Sahoo, A.K., Samanta, S.K.
- Journal: ACS Applied Bio Materials
- Year: 2023
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- Authors: Choudhary, P., Singh, T., Amod, A., Singh, S.
- Journal: Journal of Biomolecular Structure and Dynamics
- Year: 2023
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- Authors: Amod, A., Pahal, S., Choudhary, P., Gupta, A., Singh, S.
- Journal: Biotechnology Letters
- Year: 2022
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- Authors: Singh, A., Amod, A., Pandey, P., Sahoo, A.K., Samanta, S.K.
- Journal: Biomedical Materials (Bristol)
- Year: 2022