Siva Panda
Professor
Academic Appointment(s)
College of Science and Mathematics
Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry
Medical College of Georgia
Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Administration
Department of The Graduate School
Bio
Siva S. Panda, Professor at Augusta University, specializes in medicinal chemistry and drug discovery. He has 150+ publications, multiple patents, and serves as Editor-in-Chief and Associate Editor for leading scientific journals.
- SIPANDA@augusta.edu
- (706) 667-4022
- (706) 667-4519
- GE 3027
Education
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Ph.D., Medicinal and Pharmaceutical Chemistry
University of Delhi, 2011
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Ph.D., Chemistry, General
University of Delhi, 2010
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BA, Intellectual Property Law
Nalsar University of Law, 2007
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MS, Medicinal/Pharmaceutical Chemi
Manipal University, 2006
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MS, Medicinal/Pharmaceutical Chemi
Manipal Academy of Higher Educ, 2005
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BS, Pharmaceutical Sciences
Berhampur University, 2002
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PHARMD, Pharmacy
Berhampur University in Berham, 2002
Awards & Honors
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Louis K. Bell Research Award
Augusta University, 2025
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Excellence in Teaching Award
Augusta University, 2025
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Boundless Teaching Award
Augusta University, 2023
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Outstanding Faculty Award
Augusta University, 2023
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Excellence in Research Award
Augusta University, 2018
Courses Taught Most Recent Academic Year
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INQR 1000
Fund. of Academic Inquiry
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CHEM 4410
Heterocyc & Nat Prod Chem: Heterocyc & Natural Prod Chem
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CHEM 2990
Intro to Research
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CHEM 6990
Masters Research
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CHEM 4610
Rational Drug Design
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CHEM 6610
Rational Drug Design
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CHEM 3990
Undergraduate Research
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CHEM 4551
Biochemistry I: Physical Bio
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CURS 2990
Undergrad Research I
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CHEM 6623
Med. Chem. Advanced Topics
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BIOL 6620
Medicinal Chemistry
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CHEM 4620
Medicinal Chemistry
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CHEM 6620
Medicinal Chemistry
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CHEM 6980
Research Proposal Development
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CHEM 4993
Research Thesis
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CURS 4990
Undergrad Research III
Teaching Interests
Focuses on creating inclusive, student-centered learning environments that promote critical thinking, problem-solving, and effective communication. He integrates active learning strategies, real-world applications, and innovative methods such as Fun Fact Friday and Individual-Team-Individual Tests to enhance engagement and understanding.
Scholarship
Selected Recent Publications
- An Efficient Greener Approach for N-acylation of Amines in Water Using Benzotriazole Chemistry, 2020
Journal Article, Academic Journal
- Design, synthesis and biological evaluation of novel 5-((substituted quinolin-3-yl/1-naphthyl) methylene)-3-substituted imidazolidin-2, 4-dione as HIV-1 fusion inhibitors, 2020
Journal Article, Academic Journal
- Design, synthesis, antimicrobial, and DNA gyrase inhibitory properties of fluoroquinolone--dichloroacetic acid hybrids, 2020
Journal Article, Academic Journal
- Efficient Synthesis and Computational Studies of Useful Guanylating Agents: 1H-Benzotriazole-1-carboximidamides, 2020
Journal Article, Academic Journal
- In Vitro Antimycobacterial Activity and Physicochemical Characterization of Diaryl Ether Triclosan Analogues as Potential InhA Reductase Inhibitors, 2020
Journal Article, Academic Journal
Research Interests
Medicinal and bioorganic chemistry with a focus on designing and synthesizing heterocyclic and natural product-based compounds, bioconjugates, and peptidomimetics. Integrates organic synthesis, computational modeling, and biological evaluation to develop innovative therapeutic agents.
Department Service
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New faculty mentoship
2019 - Present
Role: Faculty Mentor
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Preparmacy student advisor
2019 - Present
Role: Faculty Advisor
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MS Curriculum
2017 - Present
Role: Committee Member
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Faculty Search Committe
2017 - Present
Role: Committee Member
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MS Curriculum
2016 - Present
Role: Committee Member
College Service
University Service
Professional Service
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Mini-Reviews in Organic Chemistry (MROC): Bentham Science Publisher
2022 - Present
Role: Editor
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2015 - Present
Role: Reviewer, Journal Article
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SERMACS 2018
2017 - 2018
Role: Program Coordinator
