Education

Dr. Prem Shankar Mishra possesses a strong and multidisciplinary academic foundation in pharmacy and law. He completed his Ph.D. in Pharmacy from VISTAS in 2021, focusing on the design, synthesis, and evaluation of 2-pyridone derivatives as potential anticancer agents. His doctoral research emphasized drug design, heterocyclic synthesis, molecular docking, and in-vitro anticancer evaluation under expert supervision from NIPER Kolkata leadership. He earned his Master of Pharmacy (M.Pharm) in Pharmaceutical Chemistry from The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University in 2010, building strong expertise in synthetic chemistry and analytical techniques. Earlier, he completed his Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm) from an institution affiliated with Uttar Pradesh Technical University in 2007. Expanding his interdisciplinary knowledge, he also obtained a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) degree from Chaudhary Charan Singh University in 2017. His educational background combines pharmaceutical sciences, research methodology, regulatory awareness, and legal understanding, enabling him to contribute effectively to academic leadership, patent development, and regulatory compliance in higher education and pharmaceutical research.

Professional Experience

Dr. Prem Shankar Mishra has more than ten years of comprehensive experience in teaching, research supervision, and academic administration. Since December 2017, he has been serving as Associate Professor in the Department of Pharmacy at Galgotias University, where he also holds the position of Head of the D.Pharm Programme. In this role, he oversees curriculum implementation, faculty coordination, accreditation processes, regulatory compliance with PCI, NAAC, and NBA standards, and academic planning aligned with outcome-based education under the Washington Accord framework. Prior to this, he worked as Assistant Professor at Meerut Institute of Engineering and Technology from 2010 to 2017, contributing to undergraduate and postgraduate pharmacy education. He also gained early teaching experience as a guest lecturer at Government Polytechnic College, Lakhimpur Kheri. Beyond classroom teaching, Dr. Mishra has organized international conferences, participated in faculty development programs, and served as an external examiner for pharmacy institutions. His professional journey reflects consistent academic growth, leadership in quality assurance initiatives, student mentorship, and active engagement in research-driven pharmaceutical education and institutional development.

Research Interests

Dr. Prem Shankar Mishra’s research interests are centered on pharmaceutical chemistry with a strong emphasis on anticancer drug discovery and development. His primary focus includes the design, synthesis, and characterization of heterocyclic compounds, particularly 2-pyridone and pyridazine derivatives, for potential therapeutic applications. He actively integrates in-silico molecular docking studies with wet-lab synthesis and biological evaluation to accelerate rational drug design. His expertise extends to cell culture-based assays such as MTT assays, flow cytometry (FACS), cell cycle analysis, and reactive oxygen species studies for evaluating cytotoxic effects. Dr. Mishra is also interested in green synthesis approaches, nano-formulations, transdermal delivery systems, and advanced analytical techniques including IR, NMR, HPLC, and UV spectroscopy. He has contributed to computational drug discovery, deep learning applications in site-specific drug delivery, and immunotherapy-based strategies targeting skin cancer. His interdisciplinary research approach bridges synthetic organic chemistry, computational modeling, pharmacological screening, and formulation science. Through funded proposals and patented innovations, he continues to explore novel bioactive molecules and advanced drug delivery systems aimed at improving therapeutic efficacy and safety.

Awards and Honors

Dr. Prem Shankar Mishra has received notable recognition for his academic and research contributions in pharmaceutical sciences. He has secured multiple granted Indian and international patents, including innovations in nanoemulgel formulations, pyridazine derivatives, antimicrobial devices, and transdermal drug delivery systems. His research initiatives have attracted funding support, including a grant from DRDO for organizing a national conference, reflecting institutional trust in his academic leadership. He has actively participated in national and international conferences, winning awards such as first prize in oral presentation during National Pharmacy Week. Dr. Mishra has completed several prestigious NPTEL-AICTE and AICTE-ATAL sponsored faculty development programs focusing on accreditation, patent creation, outcome-based education, and innovative pedagogy. His involvement as a core team member in NAAC/NBA accreditation processes highlights his commitment to maintaining academic quality standards. Additionally, he has served as an external examiner and evaluator for pharmacy institutions. These achievements demonstrate his dedication to academic excellence, research innovation, patent development, professional training, and continuous professional growth in pharmaceutical education and drug discovery research.

Conclusion

Dr. Prem Shankar Mishra exemplifies a balanced integration of academic excellence, innovative research, and effective leadership in pharmaceutical sciences. With strong qualifications in pharmacy and law, extensive teaching experience, and active engagement in drug discovery research, he has made meaningful contributions to anticancer therapeutics, molecular modeling, and pharmaceutical formulation development. His granted patents and funded research proposals reflect his commitment to translational research and practical innovation. As an academic leader at Galgotias University, he plays a vital role in curriculum development, accreditation processes, and outcome-based education implementation. His ability to combine computational drug design, synthetic chemistry, biological evaluation, and regulatory understanding demonstrates interdisciplinary strength. Through mentorship, research publications, conference organization, and policy contributions, he continues to foster scientific inquiry and academic quality. Dr. Mishra’s career trajectory highlights sustained dedication to advancing pharmaceutical education, strengthening research culture, and contributing to impactful drug development strategies aimed at addressing critical healthcare challenges.