| Jeypore College of Pharmacy, Jeypore, Odisha | INDIA
Dr. Uttam Prasad Panigrahy is an accomplished pharmaceutical academic, researcher, educator, and academic leader with extensive experience in Pharmaceutical Analysis, analytical method development and validation, pharmaceutical quality assurance, chromatography, bioanalytical sciences, drug analysis, and pharmaceutical research. With more than 17 years of teaching and academic experience, he has contributed extensively to pharmacy education, research supervision, academic administration, research innovation, and professional development.
He currently serves as Professor and Principal at Jeypore College of Pharmacy, Rondapalli, Jeypore, Odisha, a position he has held since 21 July 2026. In addition, he has been serving as a Visiting Professor in the Department of Pharmaceutical Analysis, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Science, Assam down town University, Guwahati, Assam, since 1 July 2026. Prior to these appointments, he served as Associate Professor in the Department of Pharmaceutical Analysis at Assam down town University from December 2022 to June 2026.
Throughout his academic career, Dr. Panigrahy has held teaching and leadership positions at several reputed pharmacy institutions, including Assam down town University, The Neotia University, CMR College of Pharmacy, KL College of Pharmacy, Malla Reddy College of Pharmacy, and Bharat Institute of Technology-Pharmacy.
Teaching and Academic Experience
Dr. Panigrahy has accumulated extensive experience in pharmacy teaching, academic administration, student mentoring, research supervision, curriculum-related activities, and departmental leadership. His professional experience includes:
Professor and Principal
21 July 2026 – Present
Jeypore College of Pharmacy, Rondapalli, Jeypore, Odisha, India.Visiting Professor
1 July 2026 – Present
Department of Pharmaceutical Analysis, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Science, Assam down town University, Guwahati, Assam, India.Associate Professor
16 December 2022 – 30 June 2026
Department of Pharmaceutical Analysis, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Science, Assam down town University, Guwahati, Assam, India.Assistant Professor (Grade-III)
14 September 2021 – 30 November 2022
Department of Pharmaceutical Analysis, School of Pharmacy, The Neotia University, West Bengal, India.Associate Professor & Head of the Department
9 January 2019 – 2 September 2021
Department of Pharmaceutical Analysis, CMR College of Pharmacy, Telangana, India.Assistant Professor
5 July 2017 – 30 December 2018
Department of Pharmacy, KL College of Pharmacy, KL (Deemed to be University), Andhra Pradesh, India.Assistant Professor
30 October 2011 – 30 June 2017
Department of Pharmaceutical Analysis & Quality Assurance, Malla Reddy College of Pharmacy, Telangana, India.Assistant Professor
23 April 2009 – 24 October 2011
Department of Pharmaceutical Analysis & Quality Assurance, Bharat Institute of Technology-Pharmacy, Telangana, India.
Academic Qualifications and Research Training
Dr. Panigrahy completed his doctoral research in 2018, with the Ph.D. thesis titled:
“Development and Validation of New HPLC Methods for Selected Drugs in Pharmaceutical Dosage Forms.”
His postgraduate research, completed in 2008, focused on:
“Development and Validation of New Analytical Methods for the Estimation of Selected Drugs in Bulk and Their Pharmaceutical Dosage Forms.”
His undergraduate project work in 2005 was titled:
“Study of Micromeritics Properties of Some Leaf Powders.”
These research projects established and strengthened his expertise in pharmaceutical analytical sciences, analytical method development, pharmaceutical formulation analysis, and validation of analytical procedures.
Research and Publications
Dr. Panigrahy has demonstrated sustained research productivity in pharmaceutical analysis and allied areas. His research interests encompass RP-HPLC, HPLC-DAD, LC-MS/MS, analytical and bioanalytical method development and validation, stability-indicating methods, forced degradation studies, pharmaceutical formulation analysis, pharmaceutical quality assurance, phytochemical investigations, natural-product research, pharmacological evaluation, drug delivery, nanotechnology, and bioanalytical sciences.
He has published 102 research and review papers in national and international journals, reflecting his continued contribution to pharmaceutical and interdisciplinary research.
His research work has addressed analytical investigations of pharmaceutical drugs and formulations as well as emerging areas including natural products, nanotechnology, drug delivery systems, bioanalysis, pharmaceutical quality assurance, and pharmacological research.
His research portfolio also includes studies involving chromatographic analysis, LC-MS/MS techniques, pharmaceutical formulations, herbal and natural products, nanomedicine, polyphenols, carotenoids, and analytical evaluation of pharmaceutical compounds.
Books and Academic Contributions
Dr. Panigrahy has contributed to pharmaceutical education through the publication of 7 books and book chapters. His academic authorship covers areas related to pharmaceutical sciences, including:
Pharmaceutical quality assurance
Novel drug delivery systems
Graphene-based nanovehicles for drug delivery
Biochemistry practicals
Biochemistry and clinical pathology
Pharmaceutical research and allied areas
These contributions demonstrate his involvement in developing academic and reference resources for pharmacy students, researchers, and professionals.
Patents and Research Innovation
Dr. Panigrahy has contributed to research innovation through 6 published patents/patent applications and design patents. His innovation portfolio covers areas including:
Herbal lipstick formulations
Pharmaceutical analytical methods
Herbal extracts with anticonvulsant and anxiolytic potential
IV fluid flow-control systems
Pharmaceutical manufacturing equipment and related innovations
His patent contributions complement his academic research by translating pharmaceutical and analytical research concepts into innovative applications.
Completed Research Projects and Consultancy
Dr. Panigrahy has completed research projects and consultancy-oriented investigations in pharmaceutical analysis and environmental/food analysis, including:
Colorimetric Analysis of Raltegravir in Pharmaceutical Formulation and Human Biological Fluids through Oxidative Coupling Reaction Using 3-Methyl-2-Benzothiazolinone Hydrazone.
Determination and Characterization of Pesticide Residues in Fruits and Vegetables Cultivated and Commercially Available in Assam Using Chromatographic Methods.
These projects demonstrate his research interests extending from pharmaceutical drug analysis to bioanalytical and chromatographic determination of contaminants in food and agricultural products.
Technical Expertise and Instrumentation
Dr. Panigrahy has hands-on experience with a broad range of analytical and laboratory instruments and software used in pharmaceutical analysis and quality assessment.
His technical expertise includes:
UV-Visible Spectrophotometers: Elico, Shimadzu 1800, LAB INDIA 3000, TG60
HPLC systems: Waters 515 PDA, Shimadzu 10VP AT, Shimadzu Prominence, and Agilent
Photofluorimeter: Systronics
Nepheloturbidometer: Systronics
Colorimeter: Systronics
Infrared Spectrophotometer: Bruker
Dissolution Apparatus: Lab India
Ultrasonicator: Enertech
pH Meter: Systronics
He is also experienced with analytical software platforms including:
Empower 3
EZ Chrom Elite
Spinchrom software
OPUS software for IR analysis
UV Win 5 software for UV-Visible spectrophotometric analysis
His practical research expertise includes analytical and bioanalytical method development and validation for APIs and pharmaceutical dosage forms, analysis of single- and multiple-drug formulations, stability-indicating methods, and forced degradation studies.
Research Supervision
Dr. Panigrahy has made substantial contributions to postgraduate and undergraduate research training. He has:
Guided 36 postgraduate students
Guided 40 undergraduate students
Supervised 5 Ph.D. scholars
His supervision has covered a broad range of analytical and pharmaceutical research projects, providing students and scholars with training in research methodology, analytical method development, validation, pharmaceutical analysis, and allied areas.
Conferences, Presentations and Invited Lectures
Dr. Panigrahy has actively participated in national and international conferences, seminars, workshops, and symposia. He has presented research papers on analytical method development and pharmaceutical analysis involving drugs such as febuxostat, diclofenac, emtricitabine, tenofovir, rilpivirine, lenvatinib, entacapone, cefepime, tazobactam, metformin, canagliflozin, remdesivir, levofloxacin, ambroxol, and ivacaftor, among others.
His academic participation includes:
11 full papers published in conference proceedings
12 papers presented at conferences, seminars, workshops, and symposia
8 workshops and conferences attended
3 invited lectures and/or academic programmes organized at national or international conferences/seminars
His invited academic lectures have covered topics such as HPLC method development and validation according to ICH guidelines, drug-utilization studies, LC-MS techniques, chromatographic methods, and isolation of active pharmaceutical compounds from natural sources.
Awards and Achievements
Dr. Panigrahy has received recognition for his academic, research, and extracurricular contributions. His achievements include:
Research Excellence Award – 2022, conferred by InSc., Bengaluru.
Faculty Eligibility Test (FET) – 2010, qualified under Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, Hyderabad.
First Prize in Intercollegiate Essay Competition, organized by the Rotaract Club, Berhampur, Odisha.
Second Prize in Debate Competition, organized by Roland Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Berhampur, Ganjam, Odisha, during National Pharmacy Week in November 2007.
Professional Memberships
Dr. Panigrahy holds lifetime memberships in professional organizations including:
Pharmacy Council of India (PCI)
Association of Pharmaceutical Teachers of India (APTI)
Institute of Scholars (InSc.)
Core Areas of Expertise
His principal areas of expertise include:
Pharmaceutical Analysis
HPLC and RP-HPLC
HPLC-DAD
LC-MS/MS
Analytical method development and validation
Bioanalytical method development
Stability-indicating analytical methods
Forced degradation studies
Pharmaceutical quality assurance
Pharmaceutical formulation analysis
Drug analysis
Phytochemical investigations
Natural-product research
Pharmacological evaluation
Nanotechnology and drug delivery
Chromatographic techniques
Pharmaceutical research and education
Academic administration and institutional leadership
Eligibility for Best Researcher of the Year Recognition
Dr. Uttam Prasad Panigrahy presents a substantial academic and research profile for consideration for the Best Researcher of the Year Award in Scientific Laurels. His profile is supported by 102 journal publications, 7 books and book chapters, 11 full papers in conference proceedings, 6 published patents/patent applications and design patents, completed research projects and consultancies, extensive conference participation, invited academic lectures, and significant postgraduate, undergraduate, and doctoral research supervision.
His research contributions span pharmaceutical analysis, analytical and bioanalytical method development, pharmaceutical quality assurance, chromatographic sciences, natural products, drug delivery, nanotechnology, pharmaceutical formulations, and related interdisciplinary areas.
In addition to his research accomplishments, his progression through academic and leadership positions—from Assistant Professor to Associate Professor and Head of Department, Associate Professor, Visiting Professor, and currently Professor and Principal—reflects his continuing involvement in pharmacy education, academic administration, institutional development, mentoring, and research leadership.
With more than 17 years of teaching experience, a substantial publication record, contributions to books and academic resources, patented innovations, completed research projects, extensive research supervision, technical expertise in advanced analytical instrumentation, and professional contributions to pharmaceutical education and research, Dr. Uttam Prasad Panigrahy has established a comprehensive academic and research profile in the field of pharmaceutical sciences.