Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology
Ms. Pragati Gurav

Name of the Faculty: Ms. Pragati Gurav
Designation: Assistant Professor, Department of Pharmacology,
Email: pragati.gurav@bcp.edu.in, ppgurav97@gmail.com
Teaching Fields : Pharmacology-II (BP503T, BP507P), Pharmacy Practice (BP703T), Human Anatomy & Physiology-I (BP101T & BP101P), Pharmaceutical Microbiology (BP303T), Pharmacognosy & Phytochemistry-I (BP405T & BP405P)
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pragati-gurav-551257176/
Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=Ae4cnD0AAAAJ&hl=en
ResearchGate: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Anuradha-Majumdar
Professional Overview
An accomplished Pharmacology professional with over three years of insightful experience in preclinical in vivo pharmacokinetic, tissue distribution, and exploratory studies of new chemical entities (NCEs). Demonstrated expertise in study design, execution, and data interpretation following ICH, OECD, and GCP guidelines. Experienced in teaching undergraduate pharmacy students, handling both theoretical and practical courses effectively. Strong research background developed at Zydus Research Centre, focusing on pharmacokinetic profiling, formulation preparation, data interpretation, and regulatory report preparation. Proficient in advanced data analysis tools including GraphPad Prism and Phoenix WinNonlin. Recognized for innovative problem-solving, teamwork, and dedication towards precision and compliance with GLP standards.
Research and Publication
| Sr. No. | Title of Publication | Journal / Source | Volume / Issue | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cardioprotective efficacy of standardized extract of Apium graveolens against Isoproterenol-induced Myocardial Toxicity in rats | Acta Scientific Veterinary Sciences | Vol. 7(7) | 2025 |
| 2 | Evaluation of Hepatoprotective and Nephroprotective Effect of α-Pinene on Wistar Albino Rat | Biomedical & Pharmacology Journal | Vol. 16(1) | 2023 |
| 3 | Microparticle elixir can keep patient alive for 30 min without breathing | PENSEE International Journal | Vol. 51(3) | 2021 |
| 4 | Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Complete Pharmacological Review | Journal of Interdisciplinary Cycle Research | Vol. XII(7) | 2021 |
Awards and Achivements
| Sr. No. | Award / Recognition | Details | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Best Collaborative Alliance Award | Awarded by Zydus Research Centre for IV Infusion of NCEs in rodents. | 2024 |
| 2 | Emerging Researcher Award | Awarded by Zydus Research Centre for developing an effective PK study protocol in guinea pigs. | 2023 |
| 3 | GPAT Qualified | Qualified Graduate Pharmacy Aptitude Test (GPAT). | 2019 |
Industrial Experience
Sr. Scientific Assistant – Zydus Research Centre (Nov 2021 – Jan 2025)
- Conducted multiple preclinical pharmacokinetic and tissue distribution studies in rodents.
- Skilled in jugular and femoral vein cannulation, blood collection, dosing regimen optimization, and compound administration.
- Maintained GLP-compliant study records and prepared study reports, protocols, and SOPs.
- Performed formulation optimization and statistical evaluation using Phoenix WinNonlin.
- Contributed to cross-functional R&D projects and presented findings in internal review meetings.
Certifications
- Computer Aided Drug Design (CADD) – Udemy (2025).
- DMPK Certificate Course – Society for the Study of Xenobiotics (SSX), India (2023).
