Biotechnology · Zoology · Drug Discovery

Pardeep Yadav

Ph.D. · 2025

Assistant Professor, Department of Biotechnology & Zoology
Uttaranchal University, Dehradun

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CSIR NET AIR 67

SHARDA UNIV. · 2025

About

Pioneering Drug Discovery
for Neurological Viruses

A dedicated researcher and educator with expertise in molecular docking, computational drug discovery, and the battle against Japanese Encephalitis Virus (JEV). Achieved All India Rank 67 in CSIR-NET Life Science.

Ph.D. focused on repurposing FDA-approved drugs and natural compounds to combat viral neurodegeneration — bridging computational bioinformatics with wet-lab biochemistry.

Institution

Uttaranchal University

Location

Dehradun, India

Specialization

Biotechnology & Zoology

[email protected]

Academic Journey

Education & Training

2025

Ph.D. in Biotechnology

Sharda University, Greater Noida — Repurposing FDA Drugs against Japanese Encephalitis Virus

2019–2020

Drug Discovery Project

Pathfinder Research & Training Foundation, Greater Noida — In silico methods under Dr. Aditya Acharya & Dr. Vivek Dhar Dwivedi

2018

M.Sc. Zoology

JS University, Uttar Pradesh — 72%

2017

CSIR-NET Life Science

All India Rank: 67 — Council of Scientific and Industrial Research

2016

B.Sc. Zoology

Acharya Narendra Dev College, University of Delhi — 63%

Expertise

Research Skills

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Molecular Docking

Expert in in silico drug-protein interaction studies using state-of-the-art computational platforms.

PyRxAutoDockChimera

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Molecular Dynamics

Simulation of protein-ligand complexes over time to assess stability and binding interactions.

GROMACSDesmondORCA

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Protein Modelling

Homology modelling and structural analysis of viral and human protein targets.

PyMOLAvogadroSWISS-MODEL

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Wet Lab & Cell Biology

Hands-on expertise in cell culture, MTT assays, DPPH, FTIR, XRD and mouse dissection protocols.

Cell CultureMTTFTIR

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Phytochemical Analysis

Screening natural plant compounds as drug leads against viral and neurodegenerative targets.

DPPHMABAXRD

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Drug Repurposing

Identifying new therapeutic applications for FDA-approved drugs against neglected tropical diseases.

JEVAlzheimerCOVID

Scholarly Output

Select Publications

Repurposing Paritaprevir (S5404) as an Effective Therapeutic Candidate against Japanese Encephalitis Virus

Journal of Integrated Science and Technology 2025

In Silico Screening of Phytochemicals from Chrysopogon zizanioides Targeting Key Proteins of Japanese Encephalitis Virus

Journal of Scientific and Technical Research, 15(1) 2025

Dengue and Zika viruses: A comparative review of emerging threats, pathogenesis, transmission dynamics, and advances in therapeutics

Biomedical and Therapeutics LETTERS, 12(2), 1164 2025

Exploring Ketones in Chrysopogon zizanioides: A Computational Molecular Dynamic Approach to c-Met Modulation

Molecular Biotechnology 2025

Natural O-6-methylguanine-DNA methyl transferase (MGMT) gene antagonist from Vaccinium oxycoccos: A new hope in Alzheimer's therapeutics

Chemical Biology Letters, 10(3), 549 2024

Molecular Mechanism and Role of Japanese Encephalitis Virus Infection in Central Nervous System-Mediated Diseases

Viruses, 14(12), 2686 2022

A multi-targeted approach to identify potential flavonoids against three targets in the SARS-CoV-2 life cycle

Computers in Biology and Medicine, 142, 105231 2022

Implications of Microorganisms in Alzheimer's disease

Current Issues in Molecular Biology, 44(10) 2022

Discovery of Small Molecules from Echinacea angustifolia RNA Polymerase

Life, 12(7), 952 2022

DenvInD: Dengue virus inhibitors database for clinical and molecular research

Briefings in Bioinformatics, 22(3) 2021

Intellectual Property

Patents & Designs

Nutraceutical composition incorporating chocolate, Medjool dates, and multi-seed blend

202511082500 NATIONAL

Herbal soap formulation with antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties

202511082497 NATIONAL

Herbal kiwi-banana fruit leather enriched with Ashwagandha, Brahmi and poppy seeds for neurological health

202511082493 NATIONAL

Nutrient enriched functional ice cream suitable for infants and general consumption

202511084699 NATIONAL

Preparation of Health Drink from Stinging Nettle

202511030763 NATIONAL

Method of preparing a Nutritious Protein Bar using Linum usitatissimum and Glycine Max

202511012341 NATIONAL

Preparation of anti-inflammatory cake from Curcuma longa and semolina

202511030761 NATIONAL

Indigenous Vaccine Carrier for Maintenance of Cold Chain

Design No. 384326-001 INDIA DESIGN

AI-Built Attendance Tracking System

Design No. 6301342 UK

Novel Digital Currency Reader for Blind and Impaired People

Design No. 6291629 UK

Recognition

Key Achievements

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CSIR-NET Life Science, All India Rank 67 (2017) — demonstrating exceptional national-level scientific competence.

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2nd Prize in Oral Presentation at 3-Day International Conference on Recent Trends in Biotechnology and Applied Bioinformatics (2023).

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WURI-listed contributor in Ethics & Social Responsibility category, Uttaranchal University — advancing ethical leadership and integrity-driven curriculum.

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Head of CRC Coordinator, School of Applied and Life Sciences, Uttaranchal University.

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Member of Animal Ethics Committee, Uttaranchal University (2025) — ensuring responsible and ethical research practices.

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Served as reviewer for IGI Global Scientific Publications and Virology Journal (2025); Member of World Society for Virology.

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Lifetime Member of the Indian Society of Clinical Research (Membership No. 2686).

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Placement Cell Head, Uttaranchal University (2025) — bridging academia with industry for student careers.

Get in Touch

Contact & Collaboration

Open to research collaborations, manuscript reviews, and academic partnerships in virology, drug discovery, and computational biology.

✉ [email protected] ☎ +91-9643062260

📍 Uttaranchal University, Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India