Somdeb Bose Dasgupta | Neuroscience and Brain Research | Innovative Research Award

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Innovative Research Award

Somdeb Bose Dasgupta
Researcher Somdeb Bose Dasgupta
Affiliation Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur
Country India
Scopus ID 23032977600
Documents 37
Citations 980
h-index 15
Subject Area Neuroscience and Brain Research
Event New Scientists Awards
ORCID 0000-0001-5446-9582
Google Scholar CLI0L0kAAAAJ

Somdeb Bose Dasgupta

Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur, India

Somdeb Bose Dasgupta is a researcher at the Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur whose work spans molecular immunology, cellular microbiology, host–pathogen interactions, and biomedical research. His publicly documented research includes investigations of infectious-disease mechanisms, molecular targets, cellular signaling, and biologically active compounds.[1]

Abstract

This academic recognition profile summarizes the research activities and scholarly record of Somdeb Bose Dasgupta at the Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur. His research is situated primarily within molecular immunology and cellular microbiology, with work addressing infectious diseases, host–pathogen interactions, molecular mechanisms, and potential therapeutic strategies. Institutional and bibliographic records document a sustained publication record and measurable citation impact.[1]

Keywords

Somdeb Bose Dasgupta, Neuroscience, Molecular Immunology, Cellular Microbiology, Host–Pathogen Interactions, Infectious Diseases, Biotechnology, IIT Kharagpur, Research Impact, Innovative Research Award.

Introduction

Research in molecular immunology and cellular microbiology examines interactions between infectious agents and host cells at molecular and cellular levels. At IIT Kharagpur, Dasgupta’s research program has addressed infectious diseases including tuberculosis and visceral leishmaniasis, with emphasis on molecular targets, host factors, parasite survival, and cellular signaling mechanisms.[2]

His publication record also includes research in biomolecular systems and biomedical applications. Recent collaborative studies have investigated self-assembling biomaterials, DNA binding, and cellular responses to bioactive compounds.[3]

Research Profile

The available academic record identifies Somdeb Bose Dasgupta with the Department of Bioscience and Biotechnology at IIT Kharagpur. His institutional profile describes the Molecular Immunology and Cellular Microbiology Laboratory as a research environment focused on host factors governing parasite pathogenesis, signaling by phosphatases and kinases, macrophage responses, mycobacterial virulence factors, and adaptive resistance mechanisms in Leishmania.[1]

  • Institution: Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur
  • Research domain supplied for the award profile: Neuroscience
  • Scopus Author ID supplied for the profile: 23032977600
  • Documents: 37
  • Citations: 980
  • h-index: 15
  • ORCID: 0000-0001-5446-9582

The IIT Kharagpur institutional research record additionally reports a research profile for Dr. Somdeb Bose Dasgupta and identifies expertise in immunology, with publications extending across multiple years.[1]

Research Contributions

His research has addressed Leishmania and mycobacterial systems, including molecular targets involved in pathogen survival and host responses. Such work connects molecular biology, cellular microbiology, immunology, and biomedical investigation.[2]

His collaborative publication record also includes studies of cationic bolaamphiphiles and related biomolecular assemblies. These investigations have examined self-assembly, gene transfection, antimicrobial activity, cytotoxicity, and interactions with biological macromolecules.[3]

A 2026 publication involving Dasgupta examined Shatavarin IV in LPS-treated SH-SY5Y cells and reported investigation of antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects through the TrkB-BDNF axis.[4]

Publications

Selected publications associated with Somdeb Bose Dasgupta demonstrate the breadth of his collaborative research across molecular biology, microbiology, biomaterials, and biomedical science. The following publications are presented as representative documented works rather than as a complete bibliography.

  • Shatavarin IV, a Bioactive Constituent of Asparagus racemosus, Exerts Antioxidant and Anti-Inflammatory Effects in LPS-Treated Cultured SH-SY5Y Cells via TrkB-BDNF Axis., 2026.[4]
  • Ultrasound-Assisted Polyphenol Hydrogelation: Mechanistic Insights into Self-Assembly, Antioxidant, and Dual Antibacterial Action against Gram-Positive and Gram-Negative Pathogens. , 2026, 9(1), 236–250.[5]
  • Novel Cationic Bolaamphiphiles for Protein and DNA Binding, Gene Delivery, and Antimicrobial Applications. [6]
  • Impact of Linker Groups on Self-Assembly, Gene Transfection, Antibacterial Activity, and In Vitro Cytotoxicity of Cationic Bolaamphiphiles. .[7]
  • Self-Assembly, In Vitro Gene Transfection, and Antimicrobial Activity of Biodegradable Cationic Bolaamphiphiles.[8]

Research Impact

Bibliometric indicators should be interpreted alongside publication quality, disciplinary context, authorship, and the nature of individual research contributions rather than as standalone measures of research quality.[1]

The research record also demonstrates interdisciplinary collaboration. Published studies associated with Dasgupta involve researchers in biotechnology, chemistry, microbiology, molecular biology, and biomedical sciences, illustrating the cross-disciplinary character of contemporary research in host–pathogen biology and biomolecular applications.[3]

Award Suitability

The Innovative Research Award profile considers documented research activity, scholarly publications, research visibility, and measurable academic indicators. Somdeb Bose Dasgupta’s profile contains an established publication record, indexed research outputs, citation activity, and an h-index reported in the supplied academic data. [1]

The documented publications further show research addressing antimicrobial activity, gene delivery, cellular responses, and bioactive compounds. These works provide concrete examples of research activity relevant to interdisciplinary biomedical science.[5]

Conclusion

Somdeb Bose Dasgupta is an IIT Kharagpur researcher whose documented scholarly activities encompass molecular immunology, cellular microbiology, infectious-disease research, biomolecular systems, and biomedical applications. His publication and citation records provide measurable evidence of sustained academic activity. His research portfolio also demonstrates interdisciplinary collaboration across molecular and biomedical sciences.[1]

References

  1. Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur. (n.d.). Dr Somdeb Bose Dasgupta — Academic and Research Profile. IIT Kharagpur.
    https://iitkgp.irins.org/profile/158034
  2. Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur. (n.d.). Department of Bioscience and Biotechnology — Somdeb Bose Dasgupta research statement.
    https://bt.iitkgp.ac.in/faculty.html
  3. Mondal, P., Roy, S., Patra, D., Dasgupta, S. B., & Dey, J. (2025). Novel Cationic Bolaamphiphiles for Protein and DNA Binding, Gene Delivery, and Antimicrobial Applications. Chemistry – An Asian Journal, 20(9), e202401582.
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.1002/asia.202401582
  4. Das, D., Sarkar, D., Dasgupta, S. B., Banik, S. P., & Bagchi, D. (2026). Shatavarin IV, a Bioactive Constituent of Asparagus racemosus, Exerts Antioxidant and Anti-Inflammatory Effects in LPS-Treated Cultured SH-SY5Y Cells via TrkB-BDNF Axis. Journal of the American Nutrition Association, 45(5), 441–450.
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.1080/27697061.2025.2607514
  5. Nandi, P. K., Parida, S., Das, D., Dasgupta, S. B., Mishra, S., & Sarkar, N. (2026). Ultrasound-Assisted Polyphenol Hydrogelation: Mechanistic Insights into Self-Assembly, Antioxidant, and Dual Antibacterial Action against Gram-Positive and Gram-Negative Pathogens. ACS Applied Bio Materials, 9(1), 236–250.
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.1021/acsabm.5c01818
  6. ORCID. (n.d.). ORCID record: Somdeb Bose Dasgupta, ORCID 0000-0001-5446-9582.
    https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5446-9582
  7. American Chemical Society. (2024). Impact of Linker Groups on Self-Assembly, Gene Transfection, Antibacterial Activity, and In Vitro Cytotoxicity of Cationic Bolaamphiphiles. ACS Applied Bio Materials, 7(3), 1703–1712.
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.1021/acsabm.3c01142
  8. American Chemical Society. (2023). Self-Assembly, In Vitro Gene Transfection, and Antimicrobial Activity of Biodegradable Cationic Bolaamphiphiles. Langmuir, 39(29), 10021–10032.
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.1021/acs.langmuir.3c00885
  9. Google Scholar. (n.d.). Google Scholar profile associated with Somdeb Bose Dasgupta.
    https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=CLI0L0kAAAAJ&hl=en
  10. New Scientists Awards. (n.d.). New Scientists Awards.
    https://newscientists.net/

José Berciano | Neuroscience | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Dr. José Berciano | Neuroscience | Best Researcher Award

Honorary Emeritus Professor, University of Cantabria, Spain

Prof. Dr. José Berciano is a distinguished neurologist and researcher at the University of Cantabria, Spain, with a career spanning over four decades in clinical neurology, research and teaching. He obtained his Degree in Medicine and Surgery from the University of Zaragoza (1962–1968) and completed his postgraduate training in Neurology at Clínica Puerta de Hierro, Madrid (1969–1973), under the mentorship of Dr. Alberto Gimeno Álava. He earned his doctoral degree in 1978 from the University of the Basque Country with a thesis on “New Contributions to the Clinical and Pathological Understanding of Olivo-Ponto-Cerebellar Atrophy,” which introduced a classification system distinguishing hereditary and sporadic forms. Prof. Dr. José Berciano’s professional experience includes serving as Head of the Neurology Department at Marqués de Valdecilla University Hospital (1974–2015), where he established the Peripheral Nerve Histopathology Laboratory and the Neurogenetics Laboratory, fostering advanced genetic analyses, immunocytochemistry and confocal microscopy for the study of neurodegenerative and hereditary disorders. His research interests encompass hereditary ataxias and paraplegias, Charcot–Marie–Tooth disease, Guillain–Barré syndrome, stroke, Chiari malformation, Sneddon syndrome, multiple sclerosis and ALS. Prof. Dr. José Berciano has authored 516 publications with 15,952 citations and an h-index of 59, supervised 20 doctoral theses, contributed to 70 books or book chapters and led 17 competitive research projects, often collaborating internationally with research teams across Europe and the USA. His research skills include neurogenetics, clinical neurophysiology, neuropathology, epidemiology and translational neuroscience. He has received numerous awards and honors, including the Holmes’ Prize of Ataxia, Galien Prize for Best Research Laboratory, Scientific Awards from the Spanish Society of Neurology and Honorary Membership of SEN. Prof. Dr. José Berciano is highly deserving of recognition for his seminal contributions to neurology, leadership in research and education, mentorship of future neurologists and ongoing potential to advance high-impact, internationally collaborative neuroscience studies.

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Featured Publications

1. Schmitz-Hubsch, T., Du Montcel, S. T., Baliko, L., Berciano, J., Boesch, S., et al. (2006). Scale for the assessment and rating of ataxia: Development of a new clinical scale. Neurology, 66(11), 1717–1720.

2. Healy, D. G., Falchi, M., O’Sullivan, S. S., Bonifati, V., Durr, A., Bressman, S., et al. (2008). Phenotype, genotype, and worldwide genetic penetrance of LRRK2-associated Parkinson’s disease: A case-control study. The Lancet Neurology, 7(7), 583–590.

3. Fanciulli, A., & Wenning, G. K. (2015). Multiple-system atrophy. New England Journal of Medicine, 372(3), 249–263.

4. Querol, L., Nogales-Gadea, G., Rojas-Garcia, R., Diaz-Manera, J., Pardo, J., et al. (2014). Neurofascin IgG4 antibodies in CIDP associate with disabling tremor and poor response to IVIg. Neurology, 82(10), 879–886.

5. Pascual, J., Iglesias, F., Oterino, A., Vazquez-Barquero, A., & Berciano, J. (1996). Cough, exertional, and sexual headaches: An analysis of 72 benign and symptomatic cases. Neurology, 46(6), 1520–1524.