Dr. Akila E is currently serving as an Associate Professor in Pharmacognosy at the Department of Pharmacy, Al-Ameen College of Pharmacy, Bangalore, India. With over 12 years of academic experience and 8 years of dedicated research experience, she has established herself as a promising researcher and mentor in the field of pharmacognosy, herbal formulations, and nanomedicine.

Her doctoral research focused on “Preparation, Characterization and Screening of Gold and Silver Nanoparticles Using Phenolic Rich Fractions of Buchanania lanzan Spreng. and Amaranthus gangeticus L. for Antioxidant, Anti-Cancer and Anti-Diabetic Activities”, which significantly contributed to the development of plant-mediated nanotechnology for therapeutic applications.

Research Contributions

• Publications: 57 (42 research articles and 15 review articles in reputed international and national journals).

• Patent: Indian Patent on “Design and Development of Esmolol Hydrochloride for Novel Transdermal Delivery in the Treatment of Diabetic Foot Ulcers.”

• Books & Chapters: Contributed 3 book chapters and is currently preparing a textbook in the field of pharmacognosy and allied sciences.

• Grants: Successfully obtained and executed 5 research grants.

• Conferences & Seminars: Attended 12 conferences, delivered papers at both national and international platforms (2 international, 2 national), participated in 28 seminars and workshops, and actively engaged in Faculty Development Programs (6 FDPs).

• Mentorship: Supervised 8 dissertations (4 UG and 4 PG students), guided 10 poster and oral presentations, and reviewed 28 articles for reputed journals.

Awards & Recognitions

• Emerging Researcher Award (2021-22, International Conference)

• Best Researcher Award (2021-22 & 2022-23, College Level)

• Best Mentor Award (2021-22 & 2022-23, College Level)

• Best Innovative Teacher Award (2021-22 & 2022-23, College Level)

• Perfect Attendance Award (2020-21, College Level)

• First Rank in RGUHS Ph.D. Entrance Examination

• Consistently achieved 100% student results in subjects taught.

Areas of Research Interest

• Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry

• Plant-mediated metal nanoparticle synthesis

• Herbal cosmetic formulations

• Drug delivery systems and transdermal formulations

• Therapeutic potential of medicinal plants in chronic diseases

Professional Development

• Participated in 10 workshops, 18 seminars/webinars, and 6 FDPs, strengthening her expertise in advanced research methodologies and innovative teaching practices.

Eligibility for Emerging Researcher Award

With her robust publication record, innovative patent contribution, successful research grants, impactful mentorship, and recognition through multiple awards, Dr. Akila E has demonstrated exceptional promise in research and academic leadership. Her pioneering work in plant-based nanotechnology and pharmacognosy positions her as a highly deserving recipient of the Emerging Researcher Award in Scientific Laurels.