Prof. (Dr.) P.M.S. Chauhan is a renowned scientist with over three decades of research experience at the CSIR-Central Drug Research Institute (CDRI), Lucknow, where he formerly served as Chief Scientist and Professor (AcSIR). A first-division scholar throughout his academic career, he earned his Ph.D. in Medicinal Chemistry from CDRI/Agra University in 1984.

His research focuses on the design and synthesis of bioactive heterocycles for the development of antitubercular, antimalarial, antileishmanial, and anticancer agents. Dr. Chauhan has authored over 130 publications, holds six Indian patents, and has mentored 22 Ph.D. students.

He brings global research experience from the University of Liverpool, RWTH Aachen, and the University of East Anglia, supported by prestigious fellowships including the DAAD Fellowship (Germany). In recognition of his scientific impact, he was recently named among the Top 2% Scientists Worldwide in Medicinal and Biomolecular Chemistry by Stanford University.

Dr. Chauhan is the Founder and General Secretary of the Indian Society of Chemists and Biologists (ISCB) and has organized over 20 national and international conferences, hosting eminent scientists such as Nobel Laureate Prof. Robert H. Grubbs.

He is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Chemistry (FRSC) and serves on the editorial boards of respected journals including Future Medicinal Chemistry and Chemistry and Biology Interface (as Editor-in-Chief). His contributions have been recognized with honors such as the Rashtriya Gaurav Award, Honorary Diploma from Russia, and the Prof. S.P. Hiremath Award.

Through a lifelong commitment to research, mentorship, and global collaboration, Prof. Chauhan continues to influence and elevate the field of medicinal chemistry - both in India and on the world stage.

Prof. (Dr.) P.M.S. Chauhan

Prof. (Dr.) P.M.S. Chauhan is the Founder Member and General Secretary of the Indian Society of Chemists and Biologists (ISCB)-a leading scientific body dedicated to promoting interdisciplinary research at the interface of chemistry and biology. Established under his visionary leadership, ISCB has grown into a vibrant platform that fosters collaboration among researchers, educators, and industry professionals across India and abroad.

Under his stewardship, ISCB has:

• Organized 30 international conferences, featuring global leaders in science
• Hosted eminent speakers including Nobel Laureate Prof. Robert H. Grubbs, and past presidents of ACS and IUPAC
• Facilitated knowledge exchange and innovation through workshops, lectures, and academic networking
• Built long-term collaborations between Indian institutions and global scientific communities
• Modernize pharma curriculum aligned with real-world industry needs

Prof. Chauhan’s leadership in ISCB reflects his deep commitment to nurturing scientific talent, fostering global dialogue, and advancing impactful research in chemical and biological sciences.

Prof. (Dr.) P.M.S. Chauhan aims to foster a globally connected research ecosystem that advances drug discovery, innovation, and industry collaboration in pharmaceutical sciences.

Key Priorities:

• Build a world-class research and training institute with international ties
• Establish advanced facilities like CADD and in-house bio-testing labs
• Promote entrepreneurship through a startup incubator
• Strengthen academia–industry partnerships and skill development
• Modernize pharma curriculum aligned with real-world industry needs
• Expand academic exchange with top Indian and global institutions
• Support digital learning through a public e-portal on drug discovery
• Establish a permanent academic exchange program with other national institutes like TRC-Madras, AIIMS and Tata Memorial Center.
• Accelerate academic exchange programs with established Universities from developed countries like the UK, USA, Japan and Germany.
• Pioneer skill development program with the industrial association with FICCI, CII etc.