1. Dr. Ashish Asrondkar

Designation: Scientific Officer – II & HOD, Department of Chemotherapy

Education:

• 2015: Ph.D. (Chemistry), Haffkine Institute, University of Mumbai
• 2007: M.Sc. (Organic Chemistry), K.J. Somaiya College, Mumbai University
• 2005: B.Sc. (Chemistry), D.G. Ruparel College, Mumbai University

Brief Introduction: Research focuses on the design and synthesis of biologically active molecules, including process development of APIs and intermediates. Experimental work includes synthesis and optimization of benzothiazoles-based, indole-based, and quinoline-based derivatives with evaluations for antimicrobial, antiviral, anticancer, and anti-inflammatory activities.

Awards/Recognitions:

• Life Member, Indian Science Congress Association
• Life Member, International Science Community Association, India
• Life Member, Association of Chemistry Teachers (ACT)
• Recognized Research Guide for M.Sc. & Ph.D., University of Mumbai
• FDA-approved Chemist, Maharashtra

Contact Email: ashish@haffkineinstitute.org

Patents:

1. 1,2,3-Triazolyl Thiazolidinedione Derivatives as Therapeutic Agents; Patent No: 455735, Publication Date: 12/11/2021
2. Novel Process for the Synthesis of Clobetasol Propionate; Patent No: 201821008147, Publication Date: 29/2018
3. Process for the Conditioning of Dioxazine Pigments; Patent No: 2926/MUM/2009, Publication Date: 06/2012

Book Chapters:

• Bapu Thorat, Ashish Asrondkar, Vaishali Thorat; Review – Anti-Microbial Importance and Synthesis of Coumarin Derivative, ISBN: 9783659881343, LAP LAMBERT Academic Publishing, 2016

2. Dr. Vrushali Patil

Designation: Scientific Officer – II & In-charge of Training, Department of Chemotherapy

Education:

• 2015: Ph.D. (Chemistry), Haffkine Institute, University of Mumbai
• 2010: M.Sc. (Chemistry), Haffkine Institute, University of Mumbai
• 2005: B.Sc. (Chemistry), D.G. Ruparel College, Mumbai University

Brief Introduction: Focuses on the intersection of chemistry and biology using interdisciplinary approaches including organic chemistry, biochemistry, and molecular modeling. Research includes structure-based design, novel chemical entity synthesis, peptide-polymeric scaffolds, and industrially viable processes for APIs.

Awards/Recognitions:

• Life Member, Indian Science Congress Association
• Life Member, International Science Community Association, India
• Associate Member, Indian Women Scientist Association
• Life Member, Association of Chemistry Teachers (ACT)
• Recognized Research Guide, University of Mumbai
• FDA-approved Chemist, Maharashtra

Contact Email: vrushali@haffkineinstitute.org

Patents:

• Novel Process for the Synthesis of Clobetasol Propionate; Patent No: 201821008147, Publication Date: 29/2018

3. Mr. Sushant Ramchandra Kaple

Designation: Scientific Officer CL II

Education: M.Sc. (Organic Chemistry), KTHM College, University of Pune

Email: sushant@haffkineinstitute.org

Brief Introduction: Serving since 2011, specializes in analytical instrumentation and pharmaceutical research. Experienced in multi-step synthesis, functional group transformations, process development, and operating HPLC, GC, GCMS. Also involved in training lab staff and supporting drug formulation testing.

4. Mrs. Swati Sanap

Designation: Senior Technical Assistant

Education: M.Sc. (Analytical Chemistry), K.J. Somaiya College, Mumbai University; PG-DMLT, T.N.M.C., MUHS

Email: swatisanap079@gmail.com

5. Mr. Jitendra Dalvi

Designation: Laboratory Assistant

Education: H.S.C.

Email: jdalvi06@gmail.com

6. Mr. Maruti Chile

Designation: Laboratory Attendant

Education: S.S.C.

Email: marutichile18@gmail.com

7. Mr. Rohan Chile

Designation: Laboratory Attendant

Education: B.Sc. (DMLT)

Email: 03rohanpatil@gmail.com