M.pharm
Assistant Professor
School of Pharmacy and Life Sciences
 
Department: Phytopharmaceuticals
Phone: 7008144849
 

About Me

Greetings of the Day!!

I am Mr. Biswajeet Acharya, honored to serve as an Assistant Professor within the Pharmacology Department at the esteemed School of Pharmacy, Balangir Campus. Since my arrival on January 4th, 2021, I've dedicated myself to shaping the academic landscape of our institution with expertise and unwavering dedication. My academic journey has been adorned with numerous achievements. I proudly earned both my Bachelor's and Master of Pharmacy degrees from the distinguished Roland Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Berhampur, Odisha, India. During my Master's program, I was humbled to receive the Gold Medal at the University level in 2019, a recognition of my commitment to academic excellence. I'm passionately pursuing my Ph.D. at CUTM, Odisha, furthering my scholarly pursuits and deepening my understanding of pharmacology.
My academic interests are centered around Gynecology and Embryology, where I find myself at the crossroads of pharmacy and reproductive health. Within the School of Pharmacy, Balangir Campus, I have the privilege of serving as the Academic Coordinator for B.Pharm. In this role, I oversee and enrich the educational journey of aspiring pharmacists, ensuring they receive the best possible guidance and support to succeed. Through my multifaceted contributions, I am deeply committed to fostering both academic excellence and holistic student development within our institution. It is my sincere belief that through dedication and passion, we can shape a brighter future for pharmacy education and research.
 
Research Fields

  • Ethnobotany
  • Gynecology
  • Embryology
  • Pharmacology

Teaching

  • Pharmacology and Toxicology
  • Human anatomy and physiology
  • Pharmacotherapeutics

Expertise

  • Pharmacology
  • Phytopharma
  • Drug discovery using Natural Products

Interests

  • Pharmacology
  • Toxicology
  • Plant Science

 
   

Research Fields

This research delves into the ethnobotanical exploration of seasonal plants, traditionally utilized for both sustenance and medicinal purposes and investigates their potential teratogenic effects on fetal development. Numerous seasonal plants were identified through an ethnobotanical survey, reflecting their significant cultural importance in various communities. Computational methods were then employed to screen the phytochemical constituents of these plants, aiming to discern any compounds with teratogenic properties or structural similarities to known teratogens. Following this, in-vivo experiments were conducted, administering plant extracts to pregnant animals to assess their impact on fetal health. The findings unveiled a complex relationship between traditional plant consumption and fetal wellbeing, as exposure to certain plants during pregnancy exhibited detrimental effects on fetal morphology and behavior. This research underscores the necessity of scrutinizing the safety of traditional practices, particularly concerning prenatal health. Integrating ethnobotanical knowledge with modern scientific approaches allows for a nuanced understanding of the potential risks associated with traditional plant consumption during pregnancy, facilitating the development of informed guidelines and promoting safer practices within traditional medicine systems.