Dr. T. Naga Aparna is a distinguished academician and researcher in the field of Pharmaceutical Sciences with over 16 years of teaching experience. She is currently serving as an Associate Professor at G. Pulla Reddy College of Pharmacy, Mehdipatnam, Hyderabad, Telangana, India (since July 2024).

She earned her Ph.D. with the research focus on “Enhancement of Dissolution Rate and Bioavailability of Poorly Soluble Drugs by Novel Techniques.” Her M. Pharmacy dissertation was on “Dissolution Enhancement of Domperidone and Frusemide using Liquisolid Compact Technology.”

Research Contributions

Dr. Aparna has made remarkable contributions to pharmaceutical formulation and drug delivery research, with 41 research publications in reputed national and international journals. Her research primarily focuses on solubility enhancement, bioavailability improvement, nanotechnology-based drug delivery systems, and biopharmaceutics.

She has also contributed to multiple patents, including innovative designs and techniques for solubility enhancement and pharmaceutical testing apparatus, demonstrating her applied research expertise.

Books & Chapters Authored

A prolific academic writer, Dr. Aparna has authored and co-authored several books and book chapters published by renowned publishers such as Elsevier, Springer, CRC Press (Taylor & Francis), Bentham Science, Alpha International Publications, and Bright Sky Publications.
Her recent works include contributions to:

• “Biomarker Landscape in Cancer Research” (Elsevier, 2025)

• “Inulin: A Versatile Polymer for Drug Delivery System” (Springer, 2025)

• “Computer Aided Drug Development” (ThinkPlus Pharma Publications, 2024)

• “A Textbook on Generic Product Development for B. Pharmacy Students” (Shashwat Publications, 2025)

Awards & Recognitions

Dr. Aparna’s dedication to teaching and research has earned her numerous prestigious awards, including:

• Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan Best Teacher Award (2025) – SOLETE Society for Learning Technologies

• Young Teacher Award (2024) – Career Point University, Kota

• Research Excellence Award (2024) – Institute of Scholars (InSc)

• Excellence in Health Sciences Samman Award (2024) – SIDVI Foundation

• Academic Excellence Award (2024) – Scientific International Publishing House

• Multiple Best Poster and Best Paper Awards in National and International Conferences

She was also a Gold Medalist in B. Pharmacy (Osmania University, 2005) and secured top ranks in both B. Pharmacy and M. Pharmacy, along with GATE qualification (96.2 percentile, 2006) and Faculty Eligibility Test (FET, 2010).

Professional Affiliations

• Registered Pharmacist (Reg. No. TS018850), Telangana State Pharmacy Council

• Life Member, Association of Pharmaceutical Teachers of India (APTI – TL/LM-450)

• Life Member, Indian Pharmaceutical Association (IPA – TS/IBRA/ON/LM/000005)

She has also actively participated in over 80 Faculty Development Programs (FDPs), reflecting her commitment to lifelong learning and pedagogical innovation.

Eligibility for Best Academician Award

Dr. T. Naga Aparna’s extensive academic record, impactful research, innovative teaching methodologies, and scholarly publications establish her as an exemplary educator and researcher in Pharmaceutical Sciences.

Her consistent contributions to teaching excellence, research innovation, student mentorship, and professional leadership make her highly deserving of the “Best Academician Award”.
Her achievements embody the ideals of academic distinction, professional integrity, and continuous pursuit of excellence in higher education.