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Dr JAYA PANDEY

Amity University, Amity University System, Central Drug Research Institute

ORCID iD 0000-0001-7399-3590

About

Dr. Jaya Pandey, Head of the Department of Chemistry at Amity University Uttar Pradesh, Lucknow Campus, is a distinguished medicinal chemist and academic leader recognized for contributions to green and medicinal chemistry, innovative teaching, and science communication. Expertise spans the design and development of novel anticancer agents, with successful completion of two major research projects as Principal Investigator — DST-SERB Research Grant (#CS-236/2013) and UPCST Research Grant (#CST/D 6547/2017).
Featured in She Is: 75 Women in Chemistry (2025), a prestigious compendium curated by the Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India in collaboration with the Royal Society of Chemistry, celebrating India’s most inspiring women scientists. Awarded Young Scientist Award 1997 by ICC and Dr Mankad Award ICS 2008
An innovative science educator committed to integrating NEP 2020 principles, UN SDGs, and experiential learning, with a strong focus on:
• Advancing green & medicinal chemistry research for societal impact
• Promoting STEM motivation and gender equity in science
• Driving rural science awareness and sustainability initiatives
• Leading science popularization and creative chemistry outreach
• Translating traditional medicinal wisdom into evidence-based wellness solutions
Dr. Pandey exemplifies excellence in fostering scientific curiosity, critical thinking, and innovation among future generations.
Research & Professional IDs:
• ORCID: 0000-0001-7399-3590
• Scopus: 57198138045
• Web of Science: AAB-7440-2022
Social Media:
X (Twitter): @DrJayaPandey1 | Instagram: jayapandey5236

Employment

  • Amity University Associate Professor & Head of Department of Chemistry
    2006 - Present
  • Amity University System Associate Professor & HoD Chemistry
    2006 - Present

Education

  • Central Drug Research Institute Ph D
    1995 - 2001

Projects & Funding

Projects & funding information is unavailable.

Publications (44)