Associate Professor at Institute of Solid State Physics – Bulgarian Academy of Sciences, Bulgaria
Dr. Poornima Budime Santhosh is an accomplished Associate Professor at the Institute of Solid State Physics, Bulgarian Academy of Sciences. Her academic journey spans three continents, reflecting her global expertise in biotechnology, nanotechnology, and biophysics. With a deep passion for interdisciplinary research, she specializes in the applications of nanomaterials for drug delivery and biomedical innovations.
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Educational Background📚
Dr. Poornima earned her Ph.D. in Biological Sciences from the University of Ljubljana, Slovenia (2015). She also holds an M.Phil. in Biotechnology (2005), a Master’s in Biochemistry (2004), and a Bachelor’s in Biochemistry (2002), all from Bharathidasan University, India. Her academic journey showcases a strong foundation in biochemistry and advanced biological sciences.
Professional Experience💼
Dr. Poornima is currently an Associate Professor in the Department of Soft Matter Physics, Bulgarian Academy of Sciences (since April 2024). She previously served as an Assistant Professor in the same department (2021–2023). Her earlier roles include postdoctoral research stints at the Indian Institute of Science (2019–2020) and IIT Madras (2015–2017). Additionally, she has academic teaching experience as a Senior Lecturer in India (2005–2007), blending her teaching and research expertise seamlessly.
Research Interests🔬
Dr. Poornima’s research focuses on nanomaterials, lipid membranes, and biomedical applications, particularly in drug delivery and cancer therapy. She explores surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy, green synthesis of nanoparticles, and their interactions with lipid membranes to advance biomedicine.
Awards and Grants🏆
Dr. Poornima has received numerous accolades, including:
- Institute Postdoctoral Fellowship (IIT Madras, 2015–2017).
- Ad Futura Ph.D. Grant from the Slovenian Human Resources Development Fund (2011).
- Travel Grant from DST India (2017).
- Best Poster Awards at international conferences in India (2016) and Bulgaria (2012).
Publications📖
Dr. Poornima has contributed extensively to high-impact journals, with notable works including:
Dual Role of Gold Nanorods: Inhibition and Dissolution of Aβ Fibrils Induced by Near IR Laser
- Year: 2017
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Gold Nanomaterials: Recent Advances in Cancer Theragnostic
- Year: 2017
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Phospholipid Stabilized Gold Nanorods: Towards Improved Colloidal Stability and Biocompatibility
- Year: 2017
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Effect of Superparamagnetic Iron Oxide Nanoparticles on Fluidity and Phase Transition of Phosphatidylcholine Liposomal Membranes
- Year: 2015
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Influence of Iron Oxide Nanoparticles on Bending Elasticity and Bilayer Fluidity of Phosphatidylcholine Liposomal Membranes
- Year: 2014
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Influence of Nanoparticle-Membrane Electrostatic Interactions on Membrane Fluidity and Bending Elasticity
- Year: 2014
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Interactions of Divalent Calcium Ions with Head Groups of Zwitterionic Phosphatidylcholine Liposomal Membranes
- Year: 2014
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Interaction Between Dipolar Lipid Headgroups and Charged Nanoparticles Mediated by Water Dipoles and Ions
- Year: 2013
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Multifunctional Superparamagnetic Iron Oxide Nanoparticles: Promising Tools in Cancer Theragnostic
- Year: 2013
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A Study on the Interaction of Nanoparticles with Lipid Membranes and Their Influence on Membrane Fluidity
- Year: 2012
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Conclusion🌟
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Poornima Budime Santhosh is a highly accomplished researcher with strong academic, technical, and mentoring credentials. Her interdisciplinary approach in advancing nanotechnology for biomedical applications, particularly in cancer therapeutics, positions her as a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award. Her work in enhancing drug delivery systems and improving therapeutic strategies using nanomaterials is both innovative and impactful. With a few improvements in expanding interdisciplinary collaborations and furthering translational research, she has the potential to make an even greater impact in the scientific community.