Dr. Amandeep Kaur Bajwa is a distinguished Nursing academic, researcher, educator, and mental health nursing expert with extensive experience in teaching, research, academic administration, and professional leadership. She is serving as Professor, College of Nursing, Sri Guru Ram Das University of Health Sciences, Sri Amritsar, Punjab. Throughout her academic career, she has demonstrated exceptional commitment to advancing nursing education, psychiatric nursing, community health, and evidence-based clinical practice.

Her professional expertise encompasses Mental Health Nursing, Psychiatric Nursing, Community Health Nursing, Palliative Care, Forensic Nursing, Forensic Psychology, Behavioural Health, Substance Abuse Management, Geriatric Mental Health, Stress Management, and Nursing Research. She has consistently contributed to strengthening nursing education through curriculum development, faculty mentoring, student supervision, and interdisciplinary research.

Research Contributions

Dr. Bajwa has established herself as a prolific researcher with an impressive record of 29 research publications in reputed national and international peer-reviewed journals. Her research spans a wide range of contemporary healthcare issues including:

• Mental Health Nursing
• Psychiatric Disorders
• Depression and Loneliness among Elderly
• Stress Management
• Yoga and Mindfulness Therapy
• Laughter Therapy
• Substance Abuse and Addiction
• Behavioural Disorders
• Nomophobia and Digital Addiction
• Hypertension and Quality of Life
• Cardiac Rehabilitation
• COVID-19 Vaccine Awareness
• Nursing Education
• Public Health
• Dementia Care
• Evidence-based Nursing Practice

Her publications have significantly contributed to improving nursing practice, mental healthcare interventions, community health promotion, and patient well-being.

Publications, Books & Intellectual Contributions

Dr. Bajwa has authored and co-authored numerous scholarly publications and has contributed to nursing education through book publication.

Published Book

Mental Health Nursing: Concepts, Assessment, and Care (B.Sc. Nursing)
Published by Green Grove Research Publication, New Delhi

She has also reviewed academic books and actively contributes to the development of quality nursing literature.

Research Innovation & Patent Contributions

Dr. Bajwa has contributed to healthcare innovation through two published Indian patent applications, focusing on:

• Artificial Intelligence-Based Brain Wave Automation System
• Intelligent Robotic Nursing System for Improving Healthcare Services

These innovations reflect her interdisciplinary interest in integrating technology with nursing practice.

Professional Development & Specialized Training

To strengthen her academic and clinical expertise, Dr. Bajwa has successfully completed numerous professional certification programmes, including:

• Foundation Certificate Course in Palliative Medicine
• Fellowship in Palliative Care
• Faculty Development Programme in Forensic Nursing (AIIMS, New Delhi)
• Foundation Certificate Course in Forensic Psychology
• Training of Trainers (ToT) on Mental Health of Healthcare Providers
• AICTE Faculty Development Programme on Universal Human Values
• Faculty Development Programme on Substance Abuse Prevention and Management

These advanced trainings demonstrate her commitment to lifelong learning and professional excellence.

Editorial, Reviewing & Academic Leadership

Dr. Bajwa actively contributes to scholarly publishing and research quality assurance as:

• Editorial Board Member of multiple international journals
• Reviewer for international peer-reviewed journals
• Recipient of Certificate of Excellence in Peer Reviewing
• Book Reviewer for Mental Health & Psychiatric Nursing publications
• Board of Faculty Member, Baba Farid University of Health Sciences (BFUHS)

Her editorial and reviewing responsibilities reflect her recognition within the academic community.

Conference Presentations & Academic Engagement

She has presented scientific papers at international conferences, particularly in the field of behavioural addiction, substance use disorders, and mental health nursing. She regularly participates in national and international academic programmes, workshops, and faculty development initiatives.

Academic Leadership, Organizing & Professional Service

Dr. Bajwa has successfully organized and facilitated numerous national and state-level academic programmes including:

• National Conferences
• Workshops on Gender-Based Violence
• Mental Health Awareness Programmes
• World Schizophrenia Day Workshops
• Nationwide Nursing Capacity Building Programmes during the COVID-19 pandemic

Her leadership has significantly enhanced academic collaboration and professional development among nursing professionals.

Awards & Professional Recognition

Dr. Amandeep Kaur Bajwa has received several prestigious honours, including:

• President, Nursing Scholar Society (Punjab Chapter)
• The Inspiring Icon Award
• Excellence Service Award (International Scientist's Award)
• Best Faculty Award
• Patron Honor Award
• Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan Award – 2025

These recognitions acknowledge her outstanding contributions to nursing education, research, and professional leadership.

Eligibility for Best Researcher Award 

Dr. Amandeep Kaur Bajwa is a highly deserving candidate for the Best Researcher Award under the Scientific Laurels category owing to her remarkable and sustained contributions to nursing science, mental health research, and healthcare innovation. Her academic profile demonstrates consistent excellence through 29 peer-reviewed research publications, a published academic textbook, two healthcare-related patent publications, extensive interdisciplinary research, editorial board memberships, peer-review responsibilities, conference presentations, and active participation in national and international faculty development programmes. Her research has significantly advanced knowledge in psychiatric nursing, behavioural health, geriatric care, community health, addiction management, digital health, and evidence-based nursing practice. In addition to her scholarly productivity, Dr. Bajwa has provided outstanding academic leadership by organizing national conferences, mentoring students and researchers, facilitating professional training programmes, and contributing to healthcare policy and nursing education. Her sustained record of research excellence, innovation, scientific leadership, and societal impact makes her exceptionally well qualified and fully deserving of the Best Researcher Award in the Scientific Laurels.