Deepika Ahlawat
Assistant Professor • School of Pharmaceutical Sciences (ISPS) • The ICFAI University, Jaipur
Short bio
Pharmaceutics faculty member (M.Pharm, Pharmaceutics; currently pursuing Ph.D.) with over five years of teaching and research experience in higher education, preceded by two years of hospital pharmacy practice. Experienced in teaching pharmaceutical sciences, guiding undergraduate and postgraduate research, and in formulation development of oral solid dosage forms, transdermal gels, films and patches. Works in line with SOPs, GMP, safety protocols and applicable regulations. Author of peer-reviewed research and book chapters, co-registrant of two Government of India registered designs, with a patent in process. Seeks to contribute to academic excellence, research and industry-academia collaboration.
Teaching
“Qui ne continue pas d'apprendre est indigne d'enseigner.” — Gaston Bachelard
Current & Previous Courses
Pharmaceutics
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Pharmaceutical technology
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Drug delivery systems
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Pharmacology
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Toxicology
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Research & Development
“The Best for the Group comes when everyone in the group does what's best for himself AND the group.” — John Nash
Research Interests
- •Pharmaceutical formulation
- •Novel drug delivery (SLN, transdermal gels, films, patches)
- •Pharmacokinetics
- •Herbal drug technology
- •Herb-drug interactions
- •Drug repurposing
- •Phytochemical and pharmacological evaluation
- •AI/IoT-based diagnostic device designs
Projects
To formulate, characterise and evaluate infused (Indomethacin) SLN transdermal gel for the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis
2020Master's thesis research.
Experience & Education
Academic & Professional Experience
Assistant Professor
1st August 2025 – PresentSchool of Pharmaceutical Sciences (ISPS), The ICFAI University, Jaipur
Teaching pharmaceutics and allied subjects to undergraduate pharmacy students; delivering lectures, practicals and assessments. Mentoring students in academic work and research projects; participating in departmental and university academic activities. Contributing to research, publications and the filing of a patent in the area of pharmaceutical formulation and drug delivery.
Assistant Professor
November 2022 – June 2025PDM University, Sarai Aurangabad, Haryana
Taught pharmaceutics and related subjects; conducted theory classes and laboratory sessions. Conducted research in pharmaceutical formulation, drug delivery and pharmacokinetics. Supervised and mentored undergraduate and graduate students in research projects and thesis work. Published research papers in peer-reviewed journals; presented papers and posters at pharmacy colleges and conferences. Took part in faculty development programmes related to NAAC accreditation, entrepreneurship and innovation.
Senior Pharmacist
December 2021 – November 2022Noble Care Hospital, Bahadurgarh
Dispensed medicines against prescriptions and maintained accurate dispensing and stock records. Supervised pharmacy operations and ensured compliance with SOPs, safety protocols and legislative requirements.
Pharmacist
April 2020 – December 2021Siwach Hospital, Rohtak
Dispensed medicines, counselled patients on correct use and maintained pharmacy records. Followed SOPs, GMP and quality guidelines in daily pharmacy operations.
Education
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) - Pursuing
2024 - PresentBanasthali Vidyapith, Rajasthan
Master of Pharmacy (Pharmaceutics)
Aug 2018 - May 2020PDM University, Sarai Aurangabad, Jhajjar, Haryana
Bachelor of Pharmacy
Aug 2014 - Aug 2018Pt. B.D. Sharma University, PGIMS, Rohtak
Senior Secondary (Class XII, HBSE; PCM)
2012 - 2013Decent Sr. Sec. School, Rohtak, Haryana
Secondary (Class X, CBSE)
2010 - 2011Vijaya Sr. Sec. School, Bahadurgarh, Haryana
Publications
Showing 3 of 3 publicationsJournal papers, conference proceedings, book chapters, and academic publications.
Phytochemical screening and evaluation of the antidepressant activity of Mimusops elengi Linn. unripe fruits in depressed mice
Uma, Pankaj Kumar, Preeti, Chinkey Mittal, Deepika, Meher Priya, Deepika Ahlawat, Gaurav Agarwal, Ritu*, Sonia Narwal*
African Journal of Biological Sciences
Herb-Drug and Herb-Food Interactions
Ahlawat D, Rawat A.
Herbal Drug Technology - A Comprehensive Textbook (As per latest PCI regulations; B.Pharm 6th Semester), New Delhi: IP Innovative Publication Pvt. Ltd.; 2026 (First edition). Chapter 11, pp. 144-157
Drug Repositioning: The Regulatory Considerations and Strategies in Treatment of Tuberculosis
Narwal S, Anand S, Goyal P, Deepika, Ahlawat D.
Drug Repurposing Practice: An Adaptable Application. Chapter 12, pp. 192-207
Honors & Awards
First rank in poster presentation
Pt. B.D. Sharma University, PGIMS, Rohtak
Best Performer of the Day Award in a dance competition
Registered Designs
Smart Eye-Flu Detection Device Based on IoT - Design No. 444349-001, Class 24-02
2025Registered 16 January 2025; certificate issued 10 March 2025 (Serial No. 194115). Registered in the names of: Ms. Deepika Ahlawat, Ms. Dolly, Dr. Shweta Sehrawat, Ms. Deepika Ghai, Dr. Geeta Saroha, Dr. Kavita Sangwan, Dr. Sonia Narwal, Ms. Khushi Quadri, Ms. Vandana Bhatia, Mr. Vansh Valecha.
Artificial Intelligence Based Skin Disease Detection Medical Device - Design No. 439200-001, Class 24-02
2024Registered 2 December 2024; certificate issued 21 February 2025 (Serial No. 193102). Registered in the names of: Ms. Deepika Ahlawat, Ms. Ritu Rani, Dr. Bintoo, Ms. Pooja Devi, Dr. Sonia Narwal, Dr. Kavita Sangwan, Dr. Gaurav Agarwal, Dr. Swati Rana, Mr. Akshay Thakur, Ms. Mukesh Rani.
Training, Conferences & Certifications
Faculty development programmes on NAAC accreditation, entrepreneurship and innovation
Indian Pharmaceutical Congress (IPC) and several national and international conferences in pharmacy
Attended and presented.
Contact Information
Campus Address
12/243 Mohan Nagar, near Vijaya School, Bahadurgarh, Haryana - 124507