About the Event:
Mastering Up organizing a free online skill development session titled “Intellectual Property Right (IPR): An Unexplored Career Opportunity” delivered by “Dr. Neeraj Kumar Sethiya” (Associate Professor,Faculty of Pharmacy,DIT University, Dehradun, India)
Date: 19/12/2024 (Thursday)
Time: 04.00 PM -05.00 PM (IST)
E-Certificated will be provided.
About the Guests:
Dr. Neeraj Kumar Sethiya, currently serving as Associate Professor at the Faculty of Pharmacy, DIT University, Dehradun, is a distinguished scholar and innovator with over 16 years of experience in teaching and research. Having previously led the establishment of the Centre for Innovation, Incubation, Entrepreneurship, and Startup at DIT University, he has held prestigious roles, including Senior Innovation Fellow at the National Innovation Foundation-India (DST, Govt. of India) and Formulation Scientist at Regen Biocorps, Vadodara. Dr. Sethiya completed his PhD in Pharmacy from The MS University of Baroda and an M. Pharm in Pharmacognosy from Dr. H. S. Gour Central University, showcasing his deep academic grounding and expertise.
A prolific researcher, Dr. Sethiya has made remarkable contributions with 76 publications, 16 book chapters, 8 books, and 20 patents (7 granted). His research focuses on developing New Chemical Entities (NCEs) from natural scaffolds targeting conditions like Alzheimer’s, diabetes, and arthritis, among others. His innovative efforts extend to creating herbal nutraceuticals, cosmetics, and value-added products from organic waste. Recognized globally, he has received accolades such as the DIT University Outstanding Research Award (2024), National Best Innovative Teacher Award (2023), and inclusion in the World’s Top 2% Scientists List for four consecutive years.
Beyond academia, Dr. Sethiya is a celebrated mentor and innovation leader, actively contributing to national initiatives like the Atal Innovation Mission, INSPIRE AWARD Manak, and Festival of Innovation and Entrepreneurship at Rashtrapati Bhavan. He is an editorial authority, serving as Editor-in-Chief for Bentham Sciences Journal and Senior Editor for Scientific Reports (Nature). His visionary leadership in integrating innovation with pharmaceutical education, including the introduction of Clinical Pharmacognosy as a value-added course, solidifies his position as a trailblazer in the field.
Course Link: Intellectual Property Right (IPR): An Unexplored Career Opportunity