Faculty Profile

Ms. Vijaya Shivaji Padwal

Ms. Vijaya Shivaji Padwal

Assistant Professor

Department : Department of Pharmaceutics

Qualification : M. Pharm. (Pharmaceutics), Ph.D. Pursuing


Education

  • Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm.) — MSBTE, Mumbai — July 2016
  • Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm.) — University of Pune — July 2019
  • Master of Pharmacy (M.Pharm.) – Pharmaceutics — University of Pune — August 2022
  • Ph.D. — Pursuing

Courses & Faculty Development Programmes

  • Fostering the Drug Design via Artificial Intelligence & Sanctifying Molecular Docking Studies — Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry & Analysis, School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, VISTAS — 24 July 2023.
  • Modern Pedagogical Techniques — Sant Gajanan Maharaj Rural Pharmacy College, Mahagaon — 28–29 October 2020.
  • NEP 2020 Orientation and Sensitization Programme — IISER, Pune — 18–26 April 2024.

Conferences & Professional Development

  • Oral Presentation: “Mesoporous Silica Nanoparticles for Enhanced Tissue Regeneration” at the International Conference on Advances in Pharmaceutical Science Research: Traditional to Novel Approaches, Dattakala College of Pharmacy, 20–21 February 2025.
  • Oral Presentation: “Predictive Modelling of a Curcumin and PDGF-Loaded Zinc Oxide Nanoparticle System for Targeted Tissue Regeneration” at the National Conference on New Challenges in Global Economy in the Age of AI, JJTU, 27 November 2024.
  • Online NEP 2020 Orientation and Sensitization Programme organized by IISER, Pune, 18–26 April 2024.
  • Faculty Development Programme on Modern Pedagogical Techniques organized by Sant Gajanan Maharaj Rural Pharmacy College, Mahagaon, 28–29 October 2020.
  • Application of QbD in Pharmaceutical Research organized by APTI Maharashtra State Branch in association with Kamla Nehru College of Pharmacy, Nagpur, 23 May 2023.
  • Integration of Interprofessional Education into Pharmacy Curriculum: Challenges and Solutions organized by Society of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research, 26 May 2024.
  • International Faculty Development Programme on Synopsis, Dissertation, Thesis Drafting and Publication Process organized by Eudoxia Research Centre & University, 6–14 December 2022.
  • Webinar on Integration of Interprofessional Education into Pharmacy Curriculum: Challenges & Solutions , 26 May 2024.
  • Fostering the Drug Design via Artificial Intelligence & Sanctifying Molecular Docking Studies , VISTAS, 24 July 2023.

Publications

  • Kothawade SN, Padwal V. “DAF-FM Fluorescent Probe: Advancing Early Detection of Esophagitis-to-Cancer Transformation Through Nitric Oxide Imaging.” World Journal of Gastrointestinal Surgery, 2026; 18(4):115868. DOI: 10.4240/wjgs.v18.i4.115868.
  • Kothawade S., Padwal V., Bhosale S., Mhaske P., Jedhe R., Makhare S., & Baheti D. “Neuroprotective Potential of Paddy Rice: Advancing Nutritional and Therapeutic Strategies for Brain Health.” Nutritional Neuroscience, 2025; 28(9):1177–1196.
  • Telrandhe U.B., Hasnain A.N., Kothawade S.N. et al. “Recent Advancement of Fisetin-Based Nanoformulations in the Management of Psoriasis.” Discover Nano, Volume 20, Issue 105, 2025.
  • Sachin Kothawade, Vijaya Padwal. “Advancements in Biodegradable Polymers: Sustainable Solutions for Environmental Challenges.” Current Green Chemistry, Volume 12, 2025.
  • Kothawade S, Padwal V. “Cutting-Edge 3D Printing in Immunosensor Design for Early Cancer Detection.” Microchimica Acta, 2025; 192(1):42.
  • Kothawade S, Bhange M, Telange D, Padwal V. “Emerging Therapies and Innovations in Vitiligo Management: A Comprehensive Review.” Journal of Immunoassay and Immunochemistry, 2025; 46(1):1–28.

Books & Book Chapters

  • Padwal V., Kothawade S., Bole S. and Vinchurkar K. “3D Bioprinting in Pharmaceutical Research” in Precision 3D Printing in Pharmaceutical Sciences, 2025.
  • Kothawade S., Padwal V. “Biomedical Applications of MSNs” in Mesoporous Silica Nanoparticles: Drug Delivery, Catalysis and Sensing Applications , De Gruyter, 2025, pp. 145–168.
  • Kothawade S., Padwal V., Kanawade P., Inamdar P. “Catalytic Applications of MSNs” in Mesoporous Silica Nanoparticles: Drug Delivery, Catalysis and Sensing Applications , De Gruyter, 2025, pp. 97–118.
  • Sachin Kothawade, Vijaya Padwal. “The Use of Biomarkers in Personalized Medication for Pediatric and Geriatric Patients” in Personalized Medication for Pediatric and Geriatric Patients , Apple Academic Press, 2026.
  • Text Book of General Pharmacy as per New PCI Syllabus, published in 2026 by Nirali Prakashan, Pune.

Patents

  • Nanoparticle Composition of Candesartan and Salt Thereof
    Application No.: 202421064049 A
    Filed: 24/08/2024
    Published: 27/09/2024
  • Bioadhesive Herbal Sunscreen Gel Composition with Mimosa pudica Extract and Pectin
    Application No.: 202621031672 A
    Filed: 16/03/2026
    Published: 22/05/2026
  • A Portable System for Rapid Detection of High-Risk Human Papillomavirus (HPV)
    Application No.: 202521121771 A
    Filed: 04/12/2025
    Published: 23/01/2026
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