Prof. Rakesh Das is a distinguished pharmaceutical scientist and educator with over 21 years of academic and research experience across premier national and international institutions. He is currently serving in the Department of Pharmaceutical Technology, School of Health and Medical Sciences, Kolkata, West Bengal, India.

Throughout his illustrious career, he has held key academic positions, including:

• Assistant Professor, Department of Clinical Pharmacy, King Khalid University (Govt. of Saudi Arabia)

• Head of Department and Associate Professor (Pharm. D), College of Pharmacy, Teerthanker Mahaveer University, Moradabad, UP, India

• Assistant Professor, Lovely Professional University, Phagwara, Punjab

• Lecturer, Calcutta Institute of Pharmaceutical Technology and Allied Health Sciences, West Bengal

His academic versatility and leadership have made significant contributions to pharmacy education, clinical research, and drug innovation.

Research Expertise and Interests

Prof. Das’s research integrates pharmaceutical technology, clinical pharmacology, nanomedicine, and device innovation. His focus areas include:

• Novel drug delivery systems and transdermal technologies

• Pharmacovigilance and bioanalytical method development (LC-MS/MS)

• Herbal formulations and phytopharmacology

• Biomedical device innovation and biosensor applications

• Neuropharmacology and psychophysiological therapeutics

His H-index of 20, with over 1360 citations, reflects the global influence of his scientific work.

Publications, Books & Chapters

Prof. Das has published over 40 high-impact journal articles (including 30 international and 9 national publications) in reputed, Scopus- and PubMed-indexed journals. His notable recent works include research in Annales Pharmaceutiques Françaises, Journal of Environmental Informatics Letters, and Archivos de la Sociedad Española de Oftalmología.

He has also contributed multiple international book chapters with leading publishers such as:

• Taylor & Francis

• Springer

• Elsevier Academic Press

• The Royal Society of Chemistry

His contributions span areas like Blue Bio-economy, Probiotics in Cancer Management, Metaverse in Healthcare, and Quorum Quenching in Aquaculture Pathogen Control.

Patents & Innovations

Prof. Das is a prolific innovator with six Indian patents published between 2020 and 2023, covering cutting-edge technologies in drug delivery, biomedical engineering, and therapeutic devices, including:

• Super-Antibiotics for Super-Infections (2020)

• Electro-thermal Transdermal Device (2021)

• Panax Sokpayensis Formulation (2022)

• Auto-Regulatory Jacket for Drug Delivery (2022)

• Anti-Psychotic Aromatherapy Device (2023)

• Crypto-Kinetic Dopamine Stabilizing Anti-Crime Product (2023)

These patents demonstrate his commitment to translational pharmaceutical innovation and applied biomedical technology.

Research Supervision & Mentorship

Prof. Das has guided an impressive number of scholars across different programs:

• M.Pharm. Students – 77

• Pharm.D. Students – 205

• Ph.D. Scholars – 4 (including 1 ongoing)

His mentorship has fostered a strong academic culture of research, innovation, and entrepreneurship among young pharmacy professionals.

Awards & Recognitions

Prof. Das has received multiple honors for his excellence and dedication:

• Vasu Narayan Award – Best Orator in Clinical Approaches to Modern Medicine (2021)

• Life Membership Achievement Award – For 11 years of volunteer service at Ramakrishna Mission (2021)

• Recognized for Best Research and Oration in international scientific platforms.

He has also presented his research at five major international conferences, including Pharmacovigilance and Clinical Trials (OMICS Group) and World Conference on Pharma Industry and Medical Devices (WCPIMD).

Contributions to Global Research Community

Prof. Das’s multidisciplinary collaborations and editorial contributions have advanced knowledge in pharmaceutical sciences, biomedical technology, and environmental health. His work bridges academia and industry through innovative drug formulations and medical devices designed for real-world healthcare solutions.

Eligibility for Innovative Researcher of the Year

With a prolific record of research patents, impactful international publications, and interdisciplinary innovations in pharmaceutical sciences and healthcare technology, Prof. Rakesh Das exemplifies scientific creativity and translational excellence.

His groundbreaking contributions to drug delivery systems, biomedical devices, and neurotherapeutic technologies clearly establish him as highly eligible for the “Innovative Researcher of the Year” in Scientific Laurels, recognizing his leadership in bridging innovation with human health advancement.