Dr. Pranay Sharma | Supramolecular chemistry | Young Scientist Award

Cotton University,India

Professional Profiles:

👨‍🎓 Bio Summary:

Dr. Pranay Sharma is a dedicated inorganic chemist with a strong focus on supramolecular assemblies and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs). His research explores the properties of N- and O-donor compounds and their potential applications in biological systems, particularly in antiproliferative evaluations. With international collaborations and publications in prestigious journals, he is emerging as a promising young scientist. Dr. Sharma is committed to advancing knowledge in his field, enhancing his expertise through workshops on computational drug design, molecular dynamics, and supramolecular chemistry.

🎓 Educational Background:

Dr. Sharma completed his Ph.D. from Cotton University, Assam, with a focus on the “Synthesis, Supramolecular Assemblies and Properties of Metal-organic and Multi-component Compounds involving N- and O-Donors”. He holds a Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Chemistry with a specialization in inorganic chemistry from Cotton University, where he graduated with an 8.37 CGPA in 2019. His undergraduate education (B.Sc.) was also in Chemistry from Cotton College, where he earned an 8.51 CGPA in 2017. Prior to this, Dr. Sharma excelled in his higher secondary (HS) and high school (HSLC) examinations with 88% and 93.17%, respectively.

🔍 Research Focus:

Dr. Sharma’s research is centered on supramolecular chemistry, metal-organic frameworks, and multi-component compounds. He has focused on the structural topologies of dinuclear Zn(II) and Mn(II) compounds, exploring their antiproliferative properties through both experimental and theoretical studies. His work on benzoato-bridged dinuclear compounds and infinite crown-like supramolecular assemblies has significant implications in drug design and materials chemistry. His participation in workshops on high-performance computing and in-silico drug design further demonstrates his commitment to interdisciplinary research.

🏆 Honors & Awards:

Dr. Sharma has been actively involved in international collaborations with researchers like Antonio Frontera and Miquel Barcelo-Oliver, which has led to significant publications in journals such as New Journal of Chemistry and Polyhedron. He has not only produced high-impact research but also attended specialized workshops at IIT-Guwahati, IIT-Kanpur, and CytoGene Research & Development, Lucknow, where he honed his skills in X-ray diffraction techniques, machine learning, and molecular dynamics.

💼 Professional Experience:

Dr. Sharma’s professional journey is marked by his doctoral research at Cotton University under the supervision of Dr. Manjit Kumar Bhattacharyya. His work has involved extensive experimental and computational studies in coordination chemistry, with applications in biological systems. He has developed expertise in handling sophisticated techniques such as Single-Crystal X-ray Diffraction (SCXRD) and computational drug design, broadening his scope within the field of inorganic chemistry.

📚 Top Noted Publications :

“Structural Topologies involving Energetically Significant Antiparallel π-stacking and Unconventional N(nitrile)∙∙∙π(fumarate) Contacts in Dinuclear Zn(II) and Polymeric Mn(II) Compounds” in New Journal of Chemistry (2022).

“Benzoato Bridged Dinuclear Mn(II) and Cu(II) Compounds involving Guest Chlorobenzoates and Dimeric Paddle Wheel Supramolecular Assemblies” in Polyhedron (2021).

“Biologically Relevant Unusual Cooperative Assemblies and Fascinating Infinite Crown-like Supramolecular Nitrate-Water Hosts” in New Journal of Chemistry (2021).

.Conclusion:

Dr. Pranay Sharma is a promising candidate for the Research for Young Scientist Award. His strong academic record, valuable PhD research, international collaborations, and participation in relevant workshops position him well for this recognition. However, emphasizing his research independence and broadening the application scope of his work could make his application even more competitive.