Dr. Rinku Umrani
Associate Professor
Dr. Rinku is a Pharmacologist with about 18 years of experience in drug discovery and research (NCEs and nanotherapeutics).
During her industrial tenure, she worked on the development of NCEs for dyslipidemia, diabetes and obesity. Her recent research work is focused on development of nanotherapeutics for the treatment of diabetes and cancer, including nanoparticle synthesis and functionalization, analytical characterization, efficacy testing using
in vitro
and
in vivo
models, safety pharmacology and toxicology.
Dr. Umrani is also interested in the therapeutic areas of wound healing and Alzheimer's disease.
She also has a teaching experience of about one and half years, and is very interested in developing job-ready skill set of Masters' and Ph. D students.
Majors Degrees
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Ph. D (Biotechnology), Pune University (2007-2012)
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M. Pharm (Pharmacology), Gujarat University (1998-2000)
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B. Pharm, Gujarat University (1994-1998)
Online Certified Courses
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Certification |
University / Board |
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Cambridge English Entry Level Certificate in ESOL International (Entry 3) ( Business Preliminery) |
Cambridge English Language Assessment |
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Oracle Certified Professional ( OCP 10g) |
2012 Oracle University |
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3 |
Using Python to Access Web Data |
University of Michigan, coursera.org |
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Using Databases with Python |
University of Michigan, coursera.org |
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Python Data Structures |
University of Michigan, coursera.org |
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Programming for Everybody ( Getting Started with Python) |
University of Michigan, coursera.org |
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Learning how to Learn |
University of California, San Diego , coursera.org |
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The Data Scientist’s Toolbox |
Department of biostatistics, johns hopkins bloomberg school of public health, www.coursera.org |
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Java Certification with distinction, |
HongKong University, www.edx.org |
Professional Experience
| Organization | Designation | Start Date | End Date |
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LJ Institute of Pharmacy, Ahmedabad
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Associate Professor
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21-Feb-2022
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Agharkar Research Institute, Pune
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Scientist D |
20-Nov-2006
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30-Apr-2019
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AISSMS College of Pharmacy, Pune
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Assistant Professor | 07-Aug-2006 |
18-Nov-2006
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Torrent Research Centre, Ahmedabad
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Scientist II |
16-May-2005
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20-Jun-2006
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Zydus Research Centre, Ahmedabad
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Research Associate
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02-Jul-2001
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28-Apr-2005
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ROFEL College of Pharmacy, Vapi
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Lecturer
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11-Dec-2000
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16-Apr-2001
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Research Papers Citation
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Title |
Journal |
Year |
Publisher |
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Differential dose dependent effects of zinc
oxide nanoparticles on oxidative stress mediated pancreatic beta cell death.
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Nanomedicine |
2017 |
Future Medicine |
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In vitro studies on the pleotropic anti-diabetic effects of zinc oxide nanoparticles. |
Nanomedicine
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2016 |
Future Medicine |
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Hyperthermia mediated by dextran-coated La
0.7
Sr
0.3
MnO
3
nanoparticles:
in vivo
studies.
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International Journal of Nanomedicine |
2016 |
Dove Medical Press |
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Temperature-dependent and time-dependent effects of hyperthermia mediated by dextran-coated La
0.7
Sr
0.3
MnO
3
:
in vitro
studies
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International Journal of Nanomedicine |
2015 |
Dove Medical Press |
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Effect of combination treatment of S-amlodipine
with peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor agonists on metabolic and
cardiovascular parameters in Zucker fa/fa rats.
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Diabetology and Metabolic Syndrome |
2014 |
BioMed Central Ltd |
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Zinc oxide nanoparticles show anti-diabetic activity in streptozotocin induced Types 1 and 2 diabetic rats. |
Nanomedicine |
2014 |
Future Medicine
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Dextran stabilized Lanthanum Strontium Manganese Oxide nanoparticles for magnetic resonance imaging. |
RSC Advances |
2013 |
Royal Society of Chemistry
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Anti-diabetic activity and safety assessment of
Ayurvedic medicine,
Jasada bhasma
(zinc ash) in rats.
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Indian Journal of Experimental Biology |
2013 |
CSIR-NISCPR |
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Ayurvedic medicine zinc bhasma : Physicochemical evaluation, anti-diabetic activity and safety assessment. |
Journal of Biomedical Nanotechnology |
2011 |
American Scientific Publishers |
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Abstract: Zinc oxide nanoparticles show anti-diabetic
activity in rats.
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Diabetes |
2011 |
American Diabetes Association |
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Articles Published
Review Article:
Jasada bhasma , a Zinc-Based Ayurvedic Preparation: Contemporary Evidence of Antidiabetic Activity Inspires Development of a Nanomedicine. Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine Volume 2015, 2015.Books
Awards & Achievements
· 2018 - Special recognition award at the International Diabetes Summit organized by Chellaram Diabetes Institute, Pune, India.
· 2014 - P. P. Kanekar Young Scientist Award of MACS-ARI for best research paper.
· 2008 to 2011 - Senior Research Fellowship from Indian Council of Medical Research, New Delhi, India.
· 2000 - Gold Medal from Gujarat University for securing 1st rank in Master of Pharmacy course.
· 2000 - Jindal Prize for securing 1st rank in Master of Pharmacy course (Pharmacology).
· 1998 to 2000 - Junior Research Fellowship from HRD Group, Council of Scientific and Industrial Research, New Delhi, India.
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1998
- Gold Medal from Gujarat University for scoring highest marks in
Pharmaceutical Technology in Bachelor of Pharmacy course.
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1998 - Silver Medal from Gujarat University for securing 2nd rank in Bachelor of Pharmacy course.
· 1997 - Eklavya Award of Excellence for securing 2nd position in aggregate First to Third Year Bachelor of Pharmacy course.
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Python 3.4.3 and Django by CMR college of engineering associated with spoken tutorial IIT Bombay from 8th June 2020 to 13th June 2020.
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Nano Technology in Water and Waste Water Treatment by Indian Water Works Association , ( IWWA ) Vadodara Centre on 20th May 2020
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Learning Pedagogy and effective use of Case methodology from 17th may to 21st may 2020 by ASMA, Pune
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Novel Approaches of Blockchain Technology & its Application from 22nd may 2020 to 28th May 2020 by Teerthankar Mahaveer University, Uttar Pradesh
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84th International conference & HR Congress – Employment scenario post Covid-19 by University of Engineering and Management May 23 2020
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Emerging research issues in Software and IT sector by CMR Engineering college on 18th May 2020
Subject Taught
Subjects taught : Undergraduates
- Human Anatomy and Physiology
- Pharmacology
- Pharmacognosy
Subjects taught : Postgraduates
- Pharmacology
Seminars/Workshops
| Title | Month & Year | Venue/Organizer |
| 71st Scientific Sessions on Diabetes |
June 2011 | American Diabetes Association, San Diego, USA |
| Recent Trends in Molecular Pharmacology |
March 2022 |
LJ Institute of Pharmacy, Ahmedabad |
| Challenges and Opportunities in Nanotherapeutics |
February 2019 | Sinhagad Institute of Pharmacy, Pune |
| Emerging concepts in Phytotherapeutics |
February 2019 |
Poona College of Pharmacy, Pune |
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2nd International Diabetes Summit |
March 2018 |
Chellaram Diabetes Institute, PuneBiomaterials |
| Biomaterials for regenerative medicine | March 2018 | DY Patil Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research, Pune |
| Interactive session with CDSCO, IPC and DCGI | October 2017 | CSIR National Chemical Laboratory, Pune |
| Nanomedicines in diabetes and cancer | August 2017 | MET's Institute of Pharmacy, Nashik |
| 5th Bharatiya Vigyan Sammelan and Expo | May 2017 | Vigyan Bharti & Ferguson College, Pune |
| Entrepreneurship development and management for women scientists and technologists | February 2017 | Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India, Ahmedabad |
| 7th International symposium on Advances in new drug discovery and development | February 2015 | Ramanbhai Foundation, Zydus Research Centre, Ahmedabad |
Professional Services
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Member Secretary, IAEC, Sept 2016 to Apr 2019, Agharkar Research Institute, Pune
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University recognized Ph. D Guide, Pune University since 2016
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University recognized Teacher, Pune University since 2006
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Reviewer for nine SCI Indexed Journals
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Delivered invited lectures at conferences, FDP, QIP, etc.
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Oral and poster presentations at science awareness programs
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Member, Organizing Committee / Scientific Committee for International Conferences
Volunteer:
Contact
LJ Institute of Pharmacy
LJ Campus, Near Sarkhej-Sanand Circle,
Off. S.G. Road, Ahmedabad-382210
Phone: 9081044227
Email: info@ljku.edu.in