Assoc. Prof. Neelam Das is currently serving in the Department of Periodontology, Sri Sai College of Dental Surgery, Vikarabad, Telangana (23 September 2024 – Present). A distinguished academician and clinician, she has established herself as a leading professional in the field of Periodontology with a strong commitment to teaching, research, and clinical excellence.

She completed her MDS in Periodontology with exceptional merit, securing First Rank at Rama Dental College Hospital & Research Centre, Kanpur. She has continuously demonstrated academic brilliance from her postgraduate years, earning multiple gold medals and recognition for her outstanding performance.

Honors, Awards & Recognitions

Assoc. Prof. Neelam Das has received 22 National and International Awards, including:

• Best PG Student (Periodontology) – Indian Health Professional Awards, 2019

• Gold Medal & Dr. B.S. Kushwah Merit Award – Periodontology University Topper, 2019

• Excellence in Periodontology Awards (2020, 2021, 2022)

• Asia Pacific Dental Excellence – Laser Dentist of the Year, 2022

• Best Senior Lecturer of the Year, 2023

• Chaitanya Nari Shakti Award, 2023

• Emerging Academician in Periodontology, 2023

• Educator of the Year (Below 35) – Famdent Excellence Awards, 2024

• Best Thesis of the Year, 2024

• Emerging Researcher in Periodontology, Global Outreach Dental Awards, 2025

Her exceptional record of achievements reflects consistent leadership, innovation, and dedication to advancing dental science.

Research Contributions

A prolific researcher, she has authored 100 scientific publications across reputed national and international journals.
Her research interests span:

• Periodontal disease mechanisms

• Host immune response

• Lasers in periodontal therapy

• Regenerative materials and nanotechnology

• Evidence-based periodontal maintenance

She has presented 16 scientific papers and attended 36 conferences, demonstrating active engagement with the global scientific community.

Books, Patents & Copyrights

Assoc. Prof. Neelam Das has contributed significantly to dental literature:

• 6 Books published as first author/co-author, including works on host response, immunopathogenesis, molecular markers, and nanomaterials.

• 11 Book Chapters

• 9 Published Patents

• 1 Copyright, notably on tele-dentistry for rural healthcare.

Her scholarly output highlights her strong academic presence and expertise in periodontal research and technological innovation.

Professional Training & Fellowships

She has enhanced her clinical and academic skills through:

• 48 Workshops

• 116 Continuing Dental Education (CDE) Programs

• 35 Faculty Development Programs

Fellowships Awarded:

1. Associate Fellowship in Laser Dentistry, WCLI, USA (2019)

2. Prestigious Fellowship of the Pierre Fauchard Academy, Asia Region (2024)

These fellowships underline her excellence, leadership, and global recognition in the field of Periodontology.

Academic Service & Professional Engagement

In addition to teaching and research, she continues to contribute to institutional development through mentoring students, conducting research activities, and actively participating in academic events at national and international levels.

Eligibility for Women Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Neelam Das stands out as an exceptional candidate for the Women Researcher Award in Scientific Laurels owing to her remarkable contributions to periodontal science, her extensive research output, and her consistent record of national and international recognition. With 100 scientific publications, 6 authored books, 11 book chapters, 9 published patents, and multiple award-winning research presentations, she has demonstrated outstanding scholarly productivity and scientific innovation. Her work in areas such as host immune response, periodontal disease mechanisms, lasers in dentistry, and regenerative nanomaterials has significantly advanced the field, earning her prestigious honors including the Emerging Researcher in Periodontology Award (2025), the Pierre Fauchard Academy Fellowship (2024), and numerous excellence awards in Periodontology and dental education. Her leadership, commitment to high-impact research, and contributions to community oral health—particularly tele-dentistry for rural populations—further strengthen her standing as a transformative woman researcher. Altogether, her academic achievements, innovation, and influence fully establish her eligibility for this distinguished award.