Dr. Shivshankar Mhaske is an experienced pharmacy academician, researcher, professor, and academic administrator with approximately 15 years of professional experience in pharmaceutical education and research. He is currently serving as Principal & Professor at Satyajeet College of Pharmacy, Mehkar, a position he has held since September 2021.

Prior to this, he served as Associate Professor at Dr. Rajendra Gode College of Pharmacy, Malkapur (2013–2021) and began his academic career as an Assistant Professor at the same institution in 2010. His career reflects progressive responsibilities in teaching, research supervision, institutional administration, and academic leadership.

Academic & Research Contributions

Dr. Mhaske has developed a multidisciplinary research profile in pharmacology, pharmaceutical sciences, pharmacognosy, phytochemistry, drug development, and pharmacological screening. His research includes studies on antidiabetic, antihyperlipidemic, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antiplatelet, and other pharmacological activities.

He has authored and co-authored numerous research publications addressing areas such as Citrullus lanatus pharmacology, novel pharmaceutical formulations, drug combinations, phytochemical standardization, topical drug delivery, infectious diseases, and pharmacological interventions. His work demonstrates sustained engagement with both experimental and applied pharmaceutical research.

Books & Academic Publications

Dr. Mhaske has made substantial contributions to pharmaceutical education through 13 national and international textbook/book publications. His books cover diverse areas including:

• Pharmacy Practice
• Pharmacology
• Pharmacovigilance
• Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry
• Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance
• Community Pharmacy and Management
• Biochemistry
• Computer Applications in Pharmacy
• D.Pharm Exit Examination and Pharmacy Registration

He has also authored books addressing novel drug combinations for hypertension and dyslipidemia and pharmacological screening of antidiabetic and antioxidant activities.

Research Supervision & Academic Administration

Dr. Mhaske has served as a Research Supervisor/Research Guide for PhD scholars in Pharmaceutical Sciences at Sant Gadge Baba Amravati University (SGBAU) and has supervised undergraduate and postgraduate students.

His administrative responsibilities have included:

• Research supervision and student mentoring
• Paper setting and evaluation for SGBAU and MSBTE
• Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) compliance and inspection-related responsibilities
• Institutional web-portal and academic documentation
• Animal House administration
• Membership of the Institutional Animal Ethics Committee (IAEC)
• Facilitation Centre responsibilities
• MSBTE RAC in-charge duties
• Coordination of academic and institutional activities

These responsibilities highlight his contribution to both academic governance and professional pharmacy education.

Awards & Academic Recognition

Dr. Mhaske has received recognition for his academic and research achievements. He secured 2nd Rank for his M.Pharm Pharmacology dissertation work from Sant Gadge Baba Amravati University during the 2009–10 academic year.

He was also nominated as a CPCSEA Nominee by the Government of India, Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Animal Welfare Division, reflecting recognition of his professional involvement in laboratory animal ethics and institutional research oversight.

Conferences, Presentations & Professional Development

He has actively participated in numerous national seminars, conferences, workshops, symposiums, poster presentations, and scientific programmes. His academic presentations have covered topics including anti-inflammatory activity, phytochemical analysis, drug discovery, computer-aided drug design, clinical trials, pharmacological studies, green chemistry, chemical waste management, and pharmaceutical technology.

His participation in professional scientific forums demonstrates continued engagement with developments in pharmaceutical research and education.

Editorial & Peer-Review Contributions

Dr. Mhaske has contributed to scholarly communication through appointments on the editorial/advisory boards of several pharmaceutical and health-science journals. He has also served as a peer reviewer for journals in physiology, pharmacology, phytomedicine, and pharmacy.

These roles demonstrate his involvement in evaluating scientific manuscripts and supporting the dissemination of pharmaceutical research.

Professional Memberships

He is a Registered Pharmacist with the Maharashtra State Pharmacy Council and holds professional/life memberships in several national and international pharmaceutical, biomedical, toxicology, pharmacy education, and scientific organizations, including the Association of Pharmaceutical Teachers of India (APTI) and other professional bodies.

Overall Academic & Research Impact

Dr. Shivshankar Mhaske has established a sustained career combining academic leadership, pharmaceutical research, teaching, research supervision, textbook authorship, scientific publication, editorial responsibilities, and institutional administration. His progression from Assistant Professor to Associate Professor and subsequently Principal & Professor reflects significant professional growth.

His extensive contributions to pharmacy education through 13 books, research publications, PhD supervision, academic administration, professional memberships, and scholarly reviewing demonstrate his commitment to strengthening pharmaceutical education and research.

Eligibility for Excellent Academician Award 

Dr. Shivshankar Mhaske is eligible for the Excellent Academician Award in Scientific Laurels in recognition of his substantial contributions to pharmaceutical education, academic leadership, research, student supervision, scholarly publishing, and institutional administration.

His eligibility is particularly supported by his 15 years of academic experience, current position as Principal & Professor, progression through multiple academic positions, PhD research supervision, 13 published academic books, research publications, dissertation recognition, CPCSEA nomination, editorial and reviewer responsibilities, and extensive participation in scientific conferences and professional organizations. His combination of academic leadership and sustained scholarly contributions makes him a strong candidate for recognition as an Excellent Academician.