Assoc. Prof. Jyotchna Gogoi is an accomplished biochemist, educator, and researcher with over 18 years of experience spanning academia, scientific research, and industry. She is currently serving as Associate Professor and recognized Ph.D. Guide in the Faculty of Science (Biochemistry) at Assam down town University, Guwahati, where she has been contributing since 2013 and has held the position of Associate Professor since 2018. Prior to joining academia, she worked as a Research Fellow at Defence Research Laboratory (DRDO), Tezpur, gaining valuable expertise in medicinal plant research, pharmacology, and experimental biochemistry. She also served as a faculty member at the Regional College of Higher Education and worked as a Quality Chemist in the pharmaceutical industry.

Her academic career reflects a strong commitment to higher education, mentoring, interdisciplinary research, and scientific innovation. She is a recognized Ph.D. supervisor, having successfully guided doctoral scholars and continues to mentor postgraduate and doctoral students in life sciences.

Research Expertise & Scientific Contributions

Assoc. Prof. Gogoi's research focuses on biochemistry, medicinal plants, phytochemistry, wound healing, environmental toxicology, genotoxicity, microbiology, enzymology, ethnobotany, biodiversity, and wetland ecology. Her pioneering studies on Mirabilis jalapa, medicinal plant bioactive compounds, antioxidant activity, and wound healing have significantly contributed to natural product research.

She has also expanded her research into environmental monitoring, bioindicators of aquatic ecosystems, enzyme extraction from agro-waste, phytoplankton and zooplankton ecology, herbal therapeutics, and bioactive plant compounds. Her work integrates traditional knowledge with modern biochemical and molecular techniques, addressing issues related to environmental sustainability, public health, and pharmaceutical sciences.

Publications, Books & Intellectual Property

Assoc. Prof. Jyotchna Gogoi has built an impressive scholarly record with:

• 36+ research papers published in reputed national and international journals.
• Publications in high-impact journals covering pharmacology, phytochemistry, environmental sciences, biotechnology, and biomedical research.
• 3 books/book chapters on medicinal plants, agro-waste utilization, and extraction of bioactive compounds.
• 2 published patents, including:
  • Biogas Production Device.
  • Hexane Extract-Based Insect Repellent System.
• Numerous conference presentations at national and international scientific conferences.

Her research demonstrates consistent productivity and interdisciplinary collaboration across life sciences and environmental research.

Research Projects & Academic Leadership

Assoc. Prof. Gogoi has successfully completed and led several funded research projects, including:

• DBT-sponsored project utilizing Foldscope technology for evaluating genotoxic effects of food preservatives.
• Seed-funded project investigating anthropogenic impacts on Silsako and Khamrenga wetlands.
• Non-government funded biodiversity project on arachnids and reptiles in Birukuchi Hills, Assam.
• Served as Co-Principal Investigator (Co-PI) in a Seed Money Grant Project (2021) titled “Development and Evaluation of Polyherbal Infusion against Obesity and Related Co-morbidities in High-Fat Diet-Fed Rodent Model,” contributing to innovative research in herbal therapeutics and metabolic health.

She has also organized scientific workshops, symposiums, and outreach programs promoting the use of Foldscope technology and hands-on scientific research, thereby strengthening scientific education and community engagement.

Awards, Achievements & Professional Recognition

Her outstanding contributions to research, education, and scientific innovation have been recognized through several prestigious honors, including:

• Inspiring Educationalist Award (2019–20)
• Dedicated Educator Award (2020–21)
• Professional Achievement Award (2021–22)
• Best Intellect Award (2022–23)
• B.I. Sundaraj Award for Best Abstract Presentation at an International Conference organized by Kalindi College, University of Delhi (April 2019).
• Best Oral Presentation Award at an International Conference hosted by Assam down town University (November 2025).
• Qualified SLET and ICAR-NET examinations (2019).

These accomplishments reflect her excellence in research communication, scientific innovation, and academic leadership.

Teaching, Mentorship & Capacity Building

As an educator, Assoc. Prof. Gogoi has made significant contributions to higher education through undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral teaching. She has supervised successful Ph.D. scholars and actively participates in Faculty Development Programmes, workshops, and training initiatives on research methodology, artificial intelligence, bioinformatics, forensic science, statistical analysis, and scientific instrumentation.

Her dedication to nurturing future researchers and promoting research-based education has established her as a respected academic mentor.

Professional Development

She continuously upgrades her expertise by participating in advanced training programmes covering:

• Research Methodology
• Artificial Intelligence & Bioinformatics
• Scientific Instrumentation
• Statistical Analysis using R
• MOOC Development
• Information Technology
• Forensic Science
• Analytical Instrumentation

These engagements reflect her commitment to lifelong learning and interdisciplinary scientific advancement.

Eligibility for Women Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Jyotchna Gogoi is highly eligible for the Women Researcher Award in Scientific Laurels in recognition of her outstanding contributions to biochemistry, medicinal plant research, environmental sciences, and life sciences education. Her distinguished academic career, extensive publication record, funded research projects, patents, successful doctoral supervision, national-level academic awards, and sustained commitment to scientific innovation and women's leadership in research make her an exemplary candidate for this prestigious recognition. Her multidisciplinary research addressing healthcare, biodiversity conservation, environmental sustainability, and biotechnology reflects the excellence and societal impact celebrated by the Scientific Laurels Women Researcher Award.