Assist. Prof. Dr. Kishalay Paria | Environmental Awards | Best Researcher Award

Assist. Prof. Dr. Kishalay Paria, Vidyasagar University, India

Dr. Kishalay Paria is an accomplished Assistant Professor in the Department of Microbiology at Vidyasagar University, West Bengal, India. He holds a Ph.D. in Biotechnology, with his research focused on ecological studies of fungi and their bioremediation potential, particularly involving Aspergillus penicillioides. Dr. Paria has cleared multiple national-level eligibility tests including GATE, SET, and SLET, and has been recognized as a Bentham Science Ambassador and a Young Achiever by InSc. His scholarly contributions include numerous research articles published in high-impact journals such as Chemosphere, BMC Chemistry, and Current Research in Green and Sustainable Chemistry. His work spans green nanotechnology, microbial bioremediation, and phytochemical research related to public health. In addition to his academic and research excellence, Dr. Paria has extensive teaching experience across various undergraduate and postgraduate programs and has served in multiple academic and administrative roles. He has also actively contributed to consultancy and government-funded projects related to water quality, environmental management, and sustainable resource planning.

Professional Profile:

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Summary of Suitability

Dr. Kishalay Paria presents a strong and well-rounded academic and research profile that aligns closely with the expectations of a Best Researcher Award. Based on the provided curriculum vitae, here is a breakdown of his eligibility and merit.

🎓 Education

B.Sc. (Hons.) – Vidyasagar University, 2008
Biotechnology, Chemistry, Physiology
M.Sc. in Biotechnology – Vidyasagar University, 2010
B.Ed. in Education – Vidyasagar University, 2013
Ph.D. in Biotechnology – Vidyasagar University, 2021
Topic: Ecological studies on fungi of Subarnarekha River with focus on bioremediation
W.B. SET (2020) ✅
GATE – Life Science – IIT Roorkee, 2017
SLET (North-East) – 2017
AP & TN SET – 2014

👨‍🏫 Teaching & Academic Experience

🧑‍🏫 Assistant Professor, Dept. of Microbiology, Vidyasagar University (2024–Present)
🧑‍🏫 Assistant Professor, OIST, Vidyasagar University (2020–2024)
👨‍🏫 Contractual Faculty & Guest Lecturer, OIST, Vidyasagar University (2014–2020)
👩‍🔬 Adjunct Faculty, Nutrition Dept., Vidyasagar Institute of Health (2019–Present)
👨‍🏫 Guest Lecturer, Zoology Dept., Vidyasagar University (multiple sessions 2015–2024)

🔬 Research Experience

Project Assistant at IIT Kharagpur – Aloe vera & shrimp microbiology (2009–2010)
Project Fellow – Water quality & geomorphology studies in West Bengal (2010–2011)
Consultancy Member – Sustainable groundwater & fluoride management (2011)

🏆 Awards & Honors

🏅 Bentham Ambassador – Bentham Science Journal (2022–2023)
🥇 Young Achiever Award – Institute of Scholars (InSc), 2022
🎖️ Best Poster Award – ICHEC Conference, IIT Patna, 2022
🎖️ Best Poster Award – DBT West Bengal, 2023

📚 Academic Contributions

🧾 11+ Research Articles in top-tier journals (Elsevier, Springer, etc.)
- Notable journals include: Chemosphere (IF: 8.94), BMC Chemistry, Current Research in Green and Sustainable Chemistry, and Indian Chemical Society
📖 3+ Book Chapters in CRC Press, Springer, and IK International
🧪 Focus on fungal bioremediation, phytochemistry, and green technology