Dr. CH K V L S N Anjana Male
Dean of MoU’s & Professor, School of Pharmacy, ITM University, Gwalior
IMPARC ID: IMP-CMP-PHARM-MP-2025-2033
Profile Summary
Dr. CH K V L S N Anjana Male (M.Pharm., Ph.D.) is a gold medalist and K.K. Acharjee Memorial Awardee currently serving as Dean of MoU’s and Professor at the School of Pharmacy, ITM University, Gwalior. With 19 years of professional experience, she has held leadership roles including Professor & Principal In-Charge at Nirmala College of Pharmacy, and professorships at NIMS University Jaipur and other pharmacy institutions. Her key strengths span quality assurance and accreditation (NAAC-trained assessor, PCI inspector), strategic planning and regulatory compliance, curriculum development and implementation, team leadership and mentoring, and research and innovation promotion. She has secured 7+ funded research grants (SERB, AICTE, DST-FIST, KAPILA, etc.), guided 3 Ph.D. scholars, published 100+ articles, authored 17 textbooks and several book chapters with Elsevier, delivered 10+ invited lectures, and holds multiple patents including one commercialised, eight granted (including UK design patents), six published, and four applied.
Subject Matter Expertise
Healthcare & Medicine
Pharmaceutical Sciences
Pharmacy
Pharmacy Education
Drug Development
Pharmaceutical Regulatory Affairs
STEM – Biology/Life Sciences
Botany
Phytochemistry
Medicinal Plants
Functional Expertise – Product Development
Quality Assurance & Quality Control (QA/QC)
Pharmaceutical Sciences
Pharmacy
Pharmacy Education
Drug Development
Pharmaceutical Regulatory Affairs
STEM – Biology/Life Sciences
Botany
Phytochemistry
Medicinal Plants
Functional Expertise – Product Development
Quality Assurance & Quality Control (QA/QC)
Mentorship Offered
Consulting
Scientific and Technical Consulting
Regulatory Consulting
Research
Scientific and Technical Research
Writing
Technical Writing
Product Development
Quality Assurance & Control (QA/QC)
Scientific and Technical Consulting
Regulatory Consulting
Research
Scientific and Technical Research
Writing
Technical Writing
Product Development
Quality Assurance & Control (QA/QC)
Work Experience Summary
Dr. Anjana has 19 years of academic and administrative experience across multiple pharmacy institutions, advancing from faculty roles to leadership as Professor & Principal In-Charge and now Dean of MoU’s and Professor. Her responsibilities have encompassed institutional quality assurance and accreditation activities, regulatory compliance, curriculum development and implementation, mentoring and team leadership, and the promotion of research and innovation.
Company Name: ITM University, Gwalior
Job Title: Dean of MoU’s & Professor, School of Pharmacy
Description: Academic leadership and administration; quality assurance and accreditation; curriculum development; mentoring; research promotion.
Duration: March 2025 – Present
Company Name: NIMS University, Jaipur
Job Title: Professor
Description: Teaching and academic responsibilities.
Duration: 2024 – 2025
Company Name: Nirmala College of Pharmacy
Job Title: Professor & Principal In-Charge
Description: Institutional leadership; academic and administrative oversight.
Duration: 2021 – 2024
Company Name: Krishna Teja Pharmacy College
Description: Academic responsibilities.
Company Name: Narasaraopet Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences
Description: Academic responsibilities.
Company Name: Sri Vasavi Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences
Description: Academic responsibilities.
Job Title: Dean of MoU’s & Professor, School of Pharmacy
Description: Academic leadership and administration; quality assurance and accreditation; curriculum development; mentoring; research promotion.
Duration: March 2025 – Present
Company Name: NIMS University, Jaipur
Job Title: Professor
Description: Teaching and academic responsibilities.
Duration: 2024 – 2025
Company Name: Nirmala College of Pharmacy
Job Title: Professor & Principal In-Charge
Description: Institutional leadership; academic and administrative oversight.
Duration: 2021 – 2024
Company Name: Krishna Teja Pharmacy College
Description: Academic responsibilities.
Company Name: Narasaraopet Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences
Description: Academic responsibilities.
Company Name: Sri Vasavi Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences
Description: Academic responsibilities.
Educational Summary
Her academic training includes a Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences (2014) and an M.Pharm. in Pharmacognosy & Phytochemistry (2008, 80%) from Andhra University, and a B.Pharm. from J.S.S. College of Pharmacy, Mysore (76.5%). She also ranked All India First in the Diploma in Pharmacy with 89% and qualified GATE 2006 with an AIR of 657.
Institution Name: Andhra University
Degree Title: Ph.D.
Field/Description: Pharmaceutical Sciences
Duration: 2014
Institution Name: Andhra University
Degree Title: M.Pharm.
Field/Description: Pharmacognosy & Phytochemistry (80%)
Duration: 2008
Institution Name: J.S.S. College of Pharmacy, Mysore
Degree Title: B.Pharm.
Field/Description: Pharmacy (76.5%)
Degree Title: Diploma in Pharmacy
Field/Description: 89% (All India 1st Ranker)
Duration: Year not specified
Qualification: GATE (Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering)
Field/Description: Qualified in 2006 with AIR 657
Duration: 2006
Degree Title: Ph.D.
Field/Description: Pharmaceutical Sciences
Duration: 2014
Institution Name: Andhra University
Degree Title: M.Pharm.
Field/Description: Pharmacognosy & Phytochemistry (80%)
Duration: 2008
Institution Name: J.S.S. College of Pharmacy, Mysore
Degree Title: B.Pharm.
Field/Description: Pharmacy (76.5%)
Degree Title: Diploma in Pharmacy
Field/Description: 89% (All India 1st Ranker)
Duration: Year not specified
Qualification: GATE (Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering)
Field/Description: Qualified in 2006 with AIR 657
Duration: 2006
Awards & Achievements
NET-qualified forensic scientist with additional training in chromatography, research methodology, bioinformatics, orientation/refresher programs, and computer applications.
Title: Proposal shortlisted for a millets-based cake recipe in AICTE–AMRUTH
Date: January 2024
Title: Best Teacher Award – Life Sciences (STEP Foundation)
Date: January 3, 2023
Title: 1st Prize, APTI-AP Women Forum Branch Teaching & Learning Module
Date: February 22, 2023
Title: Best Teacher Award
Issued By: Catechist Sisters of St. Ann’s
Date: 2017
Title: Best Teacher Award
Issued By: Akshara Keerthi Pattabhadrula Seva Sangam
Date: 2013
Title: Arsvil Gold Medal (IPA, Vijayawada) – Highest marks in Krishna District, Diploma in Pharmacy
Date: 2002
Title: Gold Medal (IPA, Hyderabad) – Highest marks in Andhra Pradesh, Diploma in Pharmacy
Date: 2002
Title: K.K. Acharjee Memorial Award (Indian Hospital Pharmacists Association) – All-India First Position, Diploma in Pharmacy
Event: 54th IPC, Pune
Date: December 13, 2002
Title: M.Pharm. Department Topper
Institution: Andhra University
Duration: 2006–2008
Date: January 2024
Title: Best Teacher Award – Life Sciences (STEP Foundation)
Date: January 3, 2023
Title: 1st Prize, APTI-AP Women Forum Branch Teaching & Learning Module
Date: February 22, 2023
Title: Best Teacher Award
Issued By: Catechist Sisters of St. Ann’s
Date: 2017
Title: Best Teacher Award
Issued By: Akshara Keerthi Pattabhadrula Seva Sangam
Date: 2013
Title: Arsvil Gold Medal (IPA, Vijayawada) – Highest marks in Krishna District, Diploma in Pharmacy
Date: 2002
Title: Gold Medal (IPA, Hyderabad) – Highest marks in Andhra Pradesh, Diploma in Pharmacy
Date: 2002
Title: K.K. Acharjee Memorial Award (Indian Hospital Pharmacists Association) – All-India First Position, Diploma in Pharmacy
Event: 54th IPC, Pune
Date: December 13, 2002
Title: M.Pharm. Department Topper
Institution: Andhra University
Duration: 2006–2008
Publication Summary
Published 100+ articles (citations: 4848; h-index: 16; i10-index: 20; Scopus: 35 articles; Web of Science: 11 articles) and authored 17 textbooks along with several book chapters with Elsevier; delivered 10+ invited guest lectures.
Publications
Title: A review on wonder herbs: “Smilax zeylanica” and “Smilax china”
Journal: Journal of Neonatal Surgery
Authors: C.H.K.V.L.S.N. Anjana Male, Grandhi Surendra, Akkiraju Santhi Sri, A. Tejasree, Sk. Shaheen Mothi, Sk. Gulshad, Sk. Salma Baji, P. Cherishma, Sk. Nazneen
DOI: 10.63682/jns.v14i18S.5454
Year: 2025
Title: Comprehensive Review of Herbal Extracts: Modern Pharmaceutical Uses, Phytochemical Composition, Extraction Methods, Historical Legacy
Journal: Journal of Neonatal Surgery
Authors: Grandhi Surendra, Ramalingeswara Rao Kasula, Malapati Ramakrishna Reddy, Sakshi Sharma, Shalini Kumari, Sameer Khan, Akansha Awasthi, Ch. K.V.L.S.N. Anjana Male
DOI: 10.52783/jns.v14.2269
Year: 2025
Title: Formulation and Characterization of Herbal Cosmetic Cream for Multiple Skin Benefits
Journal: Asian Journal of Applied Science and Technology (AJAST)
Authors: Shivam Tayal, Ch. K.V.L.S.N. Anjana Male, Md. Mannan Ansari
DOI: 10.38177/ajast.2025.9208
Year: 2025
Title: In silico Exploration for Anti Snake Venom Natural Compounds Targeting Phospholipase
Journal: Indian Journal of Natural Sciences (Vol. 15, Issue 84, June 2024)
Authors: Lurdhu Mary Kunduri, Srikala Kamireddy, Dr. C.H.K.V.L.S.N. Anjana Male, A.G.N. Harshitha Devi, Kota Sandhya, Potturi Bhuvaneswari, D. Veeresh, D. Jayasri, B. Lakshmi Deepika
ISSN: 0976–0997
Year: 2024
Title: Ophthalmic Quercetin Films Preparation and Evaluation Using Euphorbia Hirta
Journal: Book Chapter – Current Trends in Drug Discovery, Development and Delivery (CTD4–2022), Royal Society of Chemistry
Authors: K. Srikala, C.H.K.V.L.S.N. Anjana Male, G. Nirmala Jyothi, K. Snehitha, P. Mary Asha, N. Anusha
DOI: 10.1039/9781837671090-00604
Year: 2023
Title: Investigation of Effectiveness on Ethanolic and Aqueous Extract of Cinnamomum Cassia Bark in Anxiolytic Activity in Experimental Albino Rats Using Light and Dark Methods
Journal: Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (JETIR)
Authors: G. Kiran, Ravi Venkata Hymavathi Kalyani, R. Nanda Kishore, Ch. Dileep, K. Malavika
ISSN: 2349-5162
Year: 2023
Title: Drug-induced Hepatotoxicity Cases in Some Tertiary Care Hospitals of Andhra Pradesh, India: A Retrospective Study
Journal: Uttar Pradesh Journal of Zoology (Vol. 44, Issue 7, 2023)
Authors: K. Srikala, C.H.K.V.L.S.N. Anjana Male, Arya Lakshmi Marisetti, P. Dharani Prasad, Balla Devi, Tiruveedula Sagarika
DOI: 10.56557/UPJOZ.2023.v44i73463
Year: 2023
Title: A Phyto Pharmacological Comparative Review on Curcuma Species
Journal: Uttar Pradesh Journal of Zoology (Vol. 44, Issue 3, pp. 7–15, 2023)
Authors: C.H.K.V.L.S.N. Anjana Male, Ravi Naik Ratala, G. Nirmala Jyothi, P. Mary Asha, N. Anusha, K. Snehitha
DOI: 10.56557/upjoz/2023/v44i33414
Year: 2023
Title: Chemical Characterization of Volatile Oil Components of Curcuma caesia Rhizomes Using Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectroscopy
Journal: Bulletin of Environment, Pharmacology and Life Sciences (Vol. 12, Issue 3, 2023, pp. 222–226)
Authors: C.H.K.V.L.S.N. Anjana Male, Ravi Naik Ratala, G. Nirmala Jyothi, Mobeen Shaik, Saidulu Pasupuleti
ISSN: 2277-1808
Year: 2023
Title: Automated diabetic retinopathy detection in smartphone-based fundus photography using artificial intelligence
Journal: Eye
Authors: Ramachandran Rajalakshmi, Radhakrishnan Subashini, Ranjit Mohan Anjana, Viswanathan Mohan
DOI: 10.1038/s41433-018-0064-9
Year: 2018
Title: Diabetes mellitus and its complications in India
Journal: Nature Reviews Endocrinology
Authors: Ranjit Unnikrishnan, Ranjit Mohan Anjana, Viswanathan Mohan
DOI: 10.1038/nrendo.2016.53
Year: 2016
Title: Prevalence of Dyslipidemia in Urban and Rural India: The ICMR–INDIAB Study
Journal: PLOS One
Authors: Shashank R. Joshi, Ranjit Mohan Anjana, Mohan Deepa, Rajendra Pradeepa, Anil Bhansali, Vinay K. Dhandania, Prashant P. Joshi, Ranjit Unnikrishnan, Elangovan Nirmal, Radhakrishnan Subashini, Sri Venkata Madhu, Paturi Vishnupriya Rao, Ashok Kumar Das, for the ICMR–INDIAB Collaborative Study Group
DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0096808
Year: 2014
Title: Prevalence of diabetes and prediabetes (impaired fasting glucose and/or impaired glucose tolerance) in urban and rural India: phase I results of the Indian Council of Medical Research–INdiaDIABetes (ICMR–INDIAB) study
Journal: Diabetologia
Authors: R.M. Anjana, R. Pradeepa, M. Deepa, S. Datta, M. Sudha, V. Unnikrishnan, A. Bhansali, S. Joshi, B. Joshi, C.H.K.V.L.S.N. Anjana Male, V. Mohan, et al.
DOI: 10.1007/s00125-011-2291-5
Year: 2011