Atma Ram Sanatan Dharma College, University of Delhi | India
Prof. Prashant Singh is a distinguished chemist and academic leader currently serving in the Department of Chemistry at Atma Ram Sanatan Dharma College, University of Delhi. With a career spanning teaching, research, and academic administration, he has made significant contributions to the fields of coordination chemistry, photochemistry, and materials science, with a particular emphasis on developing innovative luminescent coordination compounds and exploring their photophysical and catalytic properties. Prof. Singh obtained his B.Sc. and M.Sc. degrees from the University of Delhi before pursuing a Ph.D. in Chemistry at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi. His doctoral research centered on the design and synthesis of metal complexes with potential applications in light-emitting materials and photochemical processes—laying the foundation for his enduring interest in functional coordination compounds. Throughout his academic journey, Prof. Singh has demonstrated excellence in both research and teaching. He has guided numerous undergraduate and postgraduate research projects and has been instrumental in promoting inquiry-based learning and laboratory innovation in chemistry education. His research work encompasses diverse areas, including the synthesis of Schiff base and polypyridyl ligands, transition metal complexes, fluorescence quenching studies, and the development of new materials with optoelectronic relevance. Prof. Singh has authored and co-authored several research papers in reputed international journals and presented his findings at various national and international conferences. He has also contributed to academic book chapters and served as a reviewer for multiple scientific journals. Beyond his research, he has been deeply involved in academic governance and community engagement. As President of the ANDC Alumni Association and a key member of multiple institutional committees, he has fostered strong alumni relations and advanced institutional growth through collaborative initiatives. A passionate educator, Prof. Singh has received accolades for his innovative pedagogical methods and dedication to student mentorship. His commitment to bridging theoretical chemistry with experimental practice has inspired many students to pursue higher studies and research careers in chemistry and related disciplines. In addition to his teaching and research, Prof. Singh actively contributes to science outreach and public engagement, encouraging interdisciplinary collaboration and sustainable scientific development. He continues to explore emerging areas such as green chemistry and materials for energy applications, aligning his research interests with global scientific priorities. Prof. Prashant Singh stands out as a scholar whose academic rigor, leadership, and service to education embody the highest ideals of the University of Delhi. His work continues to impact both the academic community and society, contributing to the advancement of chemical sciences and the nurturing of future generations of researchers.
Featured Publications
H, W., Naghavi, M., Allen, C., Barber, R. M., Bhutta, Z. A., Carter, A., Casey, D. C., et al. (2016). Global, regional, and national life expectancy, all-cause mortality, and cause-specific mortality for 249 causes of death, 1980–2015: A systematic analysis for the Global Burden of Disease Study 2015. The Lancet, 388(10053), 1459–1544. https://doi.org/10.1016/S0140-6736(16)31012-1
Tyagi, S., Sharma, B., Singh, P., & Dobhal, R. (2013). Water quality assessment in terms of water quality index. American Journal of Water Resources, 1(3), 34–38. https://doi.org/10.12691/ajwr-1-3-3
Singh, R. P., Shukla, V. K., Yadav, R. S., Sharma, P. K., Singh, P. K., & Pandey, A. C. (2011). Biological approach of zinc oxide nanoparticles formation and its characterization. Advanced Materials Letters, 2(4), 313–317. https://doi.org/10.5185/amlett.2011.1216
Singh, R., Singh, Y., Xalaxo, S., Verulkar, S., Yadav, N., Singh, S., Singh, N., et al. (2016). From QTL to variety—Harnessing the benefits of QTLs for drought, flood and salt tolerance in mega rice varieties of India through a multi-institutional network. Plant Science, 242, 278–287. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.plantsci.2015.08.008
Rana, R. S., Singh, P., Kandari, V., Singh, R., Dobhal, R., & Gupta, S. (2017). A review on characterization and bioremediation of pharmaceutical industries’ wastewater: An Indian perspective. Applied Water Science, 7(1), 1–12. https://doi.org/10.1007/s13201-014-0225-3
Bhatt, D. L., Steg, P. G., Mehta, S. R., Leiter, L. A., Simon, T., Fox, K., Held, C., et al. (2019). Ticagrelor in patients with diabetes and stable coronary artery disease with a history of previous percutaneous coronary intervention (THEMIS-PCI): A phase 3, placebo-controlled trial. The Lancet, 394(10204), 1169–1180. https://doi.org/10.1016/S0140-6736(19)31887-2
Sridhara, S. R., DiRenzo, M., Lingam, S., Lee, S. J., Blazquez, R., Maxey, J., et al. (2011). Microwatt embedded processor platform for medical system-on-chip applications. IEEE Journal of Solid-State Circuits, 46(4), 721–730. https://doi.org/10.1109/JSSC.2011.2107290
Aggarwal, S., Negi, S., Jha, P., Singh, P. K., Stobdan, T., Pasha, M. A. Q., Ghosh, S., et al. (2010). EGLN1 involvement in high-altitude adaptation revealed through genetic analysis of extreme constitution types defined in Ayurveda. Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, 107(44), 18961–18966. https://doi.org/10.1073/pnas.1006108107