Achievements
Selected as a CAS Future Leaders Top 100 – 2025
Awarding Institution: American Chemical Society
Date: March 20, 2025
Recognized among the top ~10% of applicants for the prestigious 2025 CAS Future Leaders Program by the American Chemical Society (ACS), earning a place in the CAS Future Leaders Top 100.
🌟Selected as a 2025 CAS Future Leader by the American Chemical Society
Roshan Keshari, PhD and Post-Doctoral Researcher under the guidance of Prof. Rohit Srivastava and Prof. Shamik Sen in the Department of Biosciences and Bioengineering, IIT Bombay, has been recognized among the top ~10% of global applicants for the prestigious 2025 CAS Future Leaders Program by the American Chemical Society (ACS).
This esteemed selection highlights Roshan’s dedication to impactful scientific research and leadership in the field of chemical and biomedical sciences.
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Nominated for the Modi Prix Galien Award – 2023
Awarding Institution: Galien Foundation, USA
Date: March 20, 2023
Our product was nominated for the prestigious Modi Prix Galien Award, which honors exceptional contributions to pharmaceutical research and innovation. This nomination highlights the significance and potential impact of my work in the fields of precision medicine and nanopharmaceuticals.
Outstanding Ph.D. Thesis Award – 2024
Awarding Institution: Society of Biomaterials and Artificial Organs
Date: December 15, 2024
Received the Outstanding Ph.D. Thesis Award from the Society of Biomaterials and Artificial Organs in recognition of my doctoral research. This honor reflects my contributions to biomedical engineering and nanomedicine, with a focus on targeted drug delivery and therapeutic innovations.
Gandhi Young Technology Innovation Award – 2024
Awarding Institution: Society for Research and Initiatives for Sustainable Technologies and Institutions (SRISTI), Govt. of India
Date: November 5, 2024
Honored with the Gandhi Young Technology Innovation Award for developing an innovative pharmaceutical formulation aimed at the effective treatment and management of psoriatic patients. This recognition underscores my dedication to advancing medical treatments through cutting-edge pharmaceutical innovation.
🏅Outstanding Contribution to Pharmaceutical Research – 2024
Awarding Institution: Informa Markets India Pvt. Ltd.
Presented at: Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay
Date: November 26, 2024
Our product received the Outstanding Contribution to Pharmaceutical Research award at IIT Bombay, presented by Informa Markets India Pvt. Ltd. This honor recognizes the product’s impactful advancements in nanotechnology-driven drug delivery.
🏆Roshan Keshari Wins India Pharma Awards 2024 for Outstanding Pharmaceutical Research
Roshan Keshari, PhD scholar at IIT Bombay under the guidance of Prof. Rohit Srivastava and Prof. Shamik Sen, has been awarded the India Pharma Award 2024 in the category of
“Outstanding Contribution to Pharmaceutical Research by Academic Institutes.”
His project, Phytonanogel Shield: Precision Care for Psoriasis Patients, showcases innovative nanotechnology-based solutions for treating chronic skin conditions.
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🏅 India Pharma Award 2024 for Outstanding Pharmaceutical Research
Roshan Keshari, PhD student at IIT Bombay, under the guidance of Prof. Rohit Srivastava and Prof. Shamik Sen, has been awarded the India Pharma Award 2024 in the category of
“Outstanding Contribution to Pharmaceutical Research by Academic Institutes.”
His award-winning project, “Phytonanogel Shield: Precision Care for Psoriasis Patients,” showcases a novel nanotechnology-based solution for chronic skin conditions.
The ceremony, held in New Delhi, marks a proud milestone for the team and reflects the growing impact of academic research in transforming healthcare.
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Lion Pushpa Somaiya Student’s Excellence Award – 2023
Awarding Institution: Lions Club of North Bombay
Date: March 2023
Honored with the Lion Pushpa Somaiya Student’s Excellence Award in recognition of my outstanding research contributions, reflecting dedication to academic excellence and innovation.
Research Highlights & Media Recognition
📜Published Research: Eugenol-Loaded Lipid Nanoparticle Hydrogels for Psoriasis Care
Eugenol-Loaded Lipid Nanoparticles-Derived Hydrogels Ameliorate Psoriasis-like Skin Lesions by Lowering Oxidative Stress and Modulating Inflammation
Published In: ACS Pharmacology & Translational Science
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This research explores the therapeutic potential of eugenol-loaded lipid nanoparticles in hydrogel form, demonstrating their effectiveness in treating psoriasis by reducing oxidative stress and inflammation.
📰Media Coverage: GYTI Award Featured in India Today
Headline: IIT Bombay PhD Scholar Roshan Keshari Bags GYTI Award for Psoriasis Care
Published By: India Today
Date: October 8, 2024
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India Today featured the prestigious Gandhi Young Technology Innovation (GYTI) Award win for my work in developing an advanced treatment for psoriasis using nanotechnology-driven pharmaceutical formulations.
