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Dr. Sandeep Kaur

Contact

Email: sandeep_gill971@yahoo.co.in

Designation

  • Assistant Professor

Department

  • Botany

Qualification

  • Ph.D (Botany), M.Sc (Botany) , B.Sc (Medical)

Experience

  • Academician and Researcher with over 8 years of Teaching and 16 years of Research Experience in Botany

Area of specialization

  • Phycology, Plant Taxanomy, Pteridology, Applied Botany, Environmental Biology, Plant Physiology

Research Experience

  • Project Fellow in U.G.C. Project entitled “Exploitation Of Extremophilic Cyanobacteria For The Production Of Phycobiliproteins As Natural Colours” at Department of Botany, Punjabi University, Patiala during September 2009-June 2012

Research Technique Known

  • Isolation, identification, and cultivation of cyanobacteria and algae
  • Optimization of physicochemical parameters for metabolite production
  • Extraction, purification, and characterization of phycobiliproteins
  • Biochemical analysis, electrophoresis, and protein purification

Research Interest

  • Analysis of Structure of Proteins, Biochemistry, Microbiology

Publication

  • Hyperproduction of phycobiliproteins by the cyanobacteriumAnabaena fertilissima PUPCCC 410.5 under optimized culture conditions. J.I.S. Khattar, S. Kaur, S. Kaushal, Y. Singh, D.P. Singh, S. Rana, A. Gulati, Algal Research, Oct. 2015, Vol. 12, pp: 463-469. IF:5.27, Citations: 50
  • Extraction, purification and characterisation of Phycocyanin from Anabaena fertilissima PUPCCC 410.5: as a natural and food grade stable pigment. Journal of Applied Phycology, Jan. 2019, Vol. 31(3), pp1685–1696.IF: 3.404, Citations: 44

MOOCs Attended

  • NPTEL Course on Plant Developmental Biology. February-March, 2022.
  • National Faculty Development Programme on Genetic Engineering and Applications. July-October, 2022 (12 weeks)

Book Chapter Published

Potential of Algal Metabolites in Cosmetics and Personal Care Products. Yadvinder Singh, J.I.S. Khattar, D.P. Singh and Rupinderpal Singh (Eds). In: Industrial and Biotechnological Applications of Algae. SandeepKaur and J.I.S. Khattar. Springer Nature, February 2025, Singapore. Pp 199-225. Citations: 4

Workshops/ Seminar Attended

E-Content

Awards

• “Best Oral Presentation” Award for the paper entitled “Purification and characterization of phycoerythrin from a mesophilic cyanobacterium Nostoc piscinale PUPCCC 405.17”. In: National Symposium on “Plant and Microbial research: Present Scenario” organized by Department of Botany, Punjabi University, Patiala, Feb.17-18, 2019.

• “Best Oral Presentation” Award for the paper entitled “Purification and characterization of phycocyanin from a mesophilic cyanobacterium Nostoc paludosum PUPCCC 405.18”. S. Kaur, J.I.S. Khattar. In: National Conference on “Recent Advances in Plant and Agricultural Sciences” organised by Department of Botany and Agricultural Scinces, Sri Guru Granth Sahib World University, Fatehgarh Sahib, Punjab, March 16-17, 2019.

• “Best Oral Presentation” Award for the paper entitled “Physicochemical parameters optimization and stability of phycobiliproteins isolated from Nostoc piscinale”,. In: National conference on “Progress in Algology in the Indian Context” organized by Department of Microbilogy, Bharathidasan University, Tiruchirappalli, Sept. 19-21, 2014.

• “2nd Prize” in individual item Histrionics at Youth and Heritage Festival (2005), Punjab University Zone A, organized by Dev Samaj College For Women, Sector 45/B, Chandigarh.

• “2nd Prize” in the scientific event by presenting a poster on the theme “Fostering Scientific Temper” on National Science Day, organized by Punjabi University, Patiala, 28th February, 2014.

• “3nd Prize” in Group item Drama at Youth and Heritage Festival (2005), Punjab University Zone A, organized by Dev Samaj College For Women, Sector 45/B, Chandigarh.

Professional Affiliations & Interests

Phycology and algal biotechnology

Natural pigments and sustainable bio-products

Intellectual Property Rights and innovation

Biodiversity conservation and traditional knowledge

Conferences/Symposia

“Screening of six rice field nitrogen fixing cyanobacteria for the production of phycobiliproteins” G. Ahuja, J.I.S. Khattar, D.P. Singh, S. Kaur, M. Kaur, Shveta and Simran. In: National Symposium on Phycology in India: Basic to Applied, organized by Department of Botany, Punjabi University, Patiala, February 12-13, 2009.

“Effect of nitrogen sources on phycoerythrin production in the cyanobacteriumNostoclinckia”, Kaur, G. Kaur, J.I.S. Khattar. In: National Symposium on “Botanical Reseraches-Present Scenerio” organized by Department of Botany, Punjabi University, Patiala, Feb.18-19, 2010.

International Symposium on Phycological Research, Feb. 25-27, 2010.

“Optimization and stability of phycobiliproteins produced by the cyanobacteriumAnabaena torulosa” Kaur and J.I.S. Khattar. In: International Conference On Industrial Biotechnology, organized by Department of Biotechnology, Punjabi University, Patiala, Nov.21-23, 2012.

“Potential of cyanobacteria as source of natural colours”, Kaur, J.I.S. Khattar, Jeevanjyoti. In: 16th Punjab Science Congress organized by Baba Farid University of Health Sciences, Faridkot, Feb.7-9, 2013.

“Optimization and stability of phycobiliproteins produced by the cyanobacteriumNostoclinckia”, Kaur, J.I.S. Khattar.In: National symposium on “Fundamental and Applied Phycology” organized by Department of Botany, Punjabi University, Patiala, Feb.25-26, 2013.

“Optimization and stability of phycobiliproteins produced by the cyanobacteriumLeptolyngbyathermalis”, Kaur, J.I.S. Khattar.In: National symposium on “Emerging Trends In Botanical Sciences” organized by Department of Botany, Punjabi University, Patiala, Feb.17-18, 2014.

“Physicochemical parameters optimization and stability of phycobiliproteins isolated from Nostocpiscinale”, Kaur, J.I.S. Khattar.In: National conference on “Progress in Algology in the Indian Context” organized by Department of Microbilogy, Bharathidasan University, Tiruchirappalli, Sept. 19-21, 2014.

“Optimization of physicochemical parameters for the production and stability of phycobiliproteins of a cyanobacteriumNostocpaludosum”, Kaur, J.I.S. Khattar.In: National conference on “Current Trends in Plant Sciences with Special Reference to phycology and Mycology” organized by Department of Botany, Punjab University, Chandigarh, Oct. 28-29, 2014.

“Anabaena fertilissima PUPCCC 410.5: a good source of phycocyanin as a natural and stable colour”, Kaur, J.I.S. Khattar.In: 6th International Conference on “Algal Biomass, Biofuels and Bioproducts” organized by Elsevier, San Diego, U.S.A. June 26-29, 2016.

“Characterization of phycoerythrin from a thermophiliccyanobacteriumLeptolyngbyaramosaPUPCCC 112.21”, Kaur, J.I.S. Khattar. In: 40th All India Botanical Conference of the Indian Botanical Society and National Symposium on “Evaluation and conservation of Plant Germplasm” organized by Department of Botany, Punjabi University, Patiala, September 15-17, 2017

“Characterization of phycoerythrin from a mesophiliccyanobacteriumNostocpiscinale PUPCCC 405.17”, Kaur, J.I.S. Khattar. In: National Conference on “Researches in Plant Sciences for Sustainable Development” organised by Sri Guru Granth Sahib World University, Fatehgarh Sahib, Punjab, March 16-17, 2018.

“Purification and characterization of phycoerythrin from a mesophiliccyanobacteriumNostocpiscinale PUPCCC 405.17”. Kaur, J.I.S. Khattar. In: National Symposium on “Plant and Microbial research: Present Scenario” organized by Department of Botany, Punjabi University, Patiala, Feb.17-18, 2019.

Purification and characterization of phycocyanin from a mesophiliccyanobacteriumNostocpaludosum PUPCCC 405.18. Kaur, J.I.S. Khattar. In: National Conference on “Recent Advances in Plant and Agricultural Sciences” organised by Department of Botany and Agricultural Scinces, Sri Guru Granth Sahib World University, FatehgarhSahib, Punjab, March 16-17, 2019.

Leptolyngbya ramose PUPCCC 112.21: thermophiliccyanobacterium a good source of phycocyanin as a natural and stable colour. Kaur, J.I.S. Khattar. In: National Conference on “New Insights in Biological & Environmental Sciences, organised by Department of Botany, Eternal University, Baru Sahib, 24 May 2019.

“Purification and Characterization of Phycoerythrin from a mesophiliccyanobacteriumNostocpiscinale PUPCCC 405.17. Kaur, J.I.S. Khattar. In: International Conference on “Algal Ecology and Climate Change” organised by World Academy of Science, Engineering and Technology, Ontario, Canada, July 18-19, 2019.

Invited lecture “Physicochemical Parameter optimization of Production and Stability of Phycobiliproteins from cyanobacteriumNostocpaludosum”. In: National Conference on “Current Scientific Innovations and Research in Plant Biology (CSIR-PB), organised by Department of Botany, Eternal University, Baru Sahib, May 27-28, 2022.

Biodiversity at the Crossroads: Reimagining Conservation for a Sustainable Planet. Kaur. In: International Seminar on Environment, Culture and Spirituality & Life and Contributions of Dr. BR Ambedkar, organised by Department of Zoology, NSCBM Govt. College Hamirpur (H.P), December 6-7, 2025.

Harvesting the Future: Sustainable Agriculture in a Food-Insecure World. Kaur. In: National Multidisciplinary Seminar on “Unlocking Socio-Cultural and Economic Pathways for Viksit Bharat 2047: Strategies for Inclusive and Sustainable Nation Building organized by Gandhi Memorial National College, AmbalaCantt.

Emerging contaminants and Their Biological-Ecological Effects. S. Kaur. In: International Conference on “Emerging Environmental Pollutants & Solutions” held at the Department of Botanical& Environmental Sciences, Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar on 24th February, 2026.

Phytoremediation efficiency of Azolla: Exploring its Role as a Natural Hypeaccumulator. S. Kaur. In: International Conference on “Recent Advances in Plant and Environmental Sciences” held at the Department of Botanical& Environmental Sciences, Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar on 25th February, 2026.

Climate Change, Biodiversity Conservation and the Law: Legal and Policy Responses for a Sustainable Future. S. Kaur In: National conference on Science, Engineering and Technology For a Sustainable Future organized by Sri Guru Granth Sahib World University, Fatehgarh Sahib, Punjab, 26-27th February 2026.

Innovations in Algal Bio-Refining: Unlocking the Functional Potential of Secondary Metabolites for Next-Generation Skincare. S. Kaur In: International Conference on Innovations in Life Sciences (ICILS’26) organized by Department of Biochemistry, SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Kattankulathur, Chengalpattu, Tamil Nadu on 16-17th February, 2026.

FDPs/Orientation/Refresher Attended

4-Week Induction/Orientation Programme for Faculty in Universities/Colleges/Institutes of Higher Education” From 21 August – 19 September, 2021and obtained A+ Grade, organised by Teaching Learning Centre, Ramanujan College, University of Delhi under the Aegis of MoE.

Interdisciplinary Refresher Course on Life Sciences From 12th -25th November, 2025 and obtained A Grade, organised by UGC Human Resource Development Centre, Punjabi University, Patiala.

One-week Short Term Course on Fostering Social Responsibility and Community Engagement in Higher Education Institution in India from 22nd -26th March 2022, conducted by Rural Development Department NITTTR, Chandigarh at KanyaMahaVidyalaya, Jalandhar

Innovation Ambassador (IA) Training ‘Foundation Level’ (Total 15 sessions of 30 Contact Hours) conducted in online mode by MoE’s Innovation Cell and AICTE during the IIC calender year 2022-23.

Innovation Ambassador (IA) Training ‘Advanced Level’ (Total 15 sessions of 30 Contact Hours) conducted in online mode by MoE’s Innovation Cell and AICTE during the IIC calender year 2022-23.

Innovation Ambassador (IA) Training ‘Reskilling’ (Total 21 sessions of 21 Contact Hours) conducted in online mode by MoE’s Innovation Cell and AICTE during the IIC calender year 2024-25.

Innovation Ambassador (IA) Training ‘Upskilling’ 30 minimum Contact Hours of training through external/internal programs during the by MoE’s Innovation Cell and AICTE during the IIC calender year 2024-25.

Faculty Development Programme on Intellectual Property Right: Fostering Research and Entrepreneurship organised by AICTE Training and Learning (ATAL) Academy at KanyaMahaVidyalya, Jalandhar from 21st January -2nd February, 2025.

Masterclass Series under IP Utsav organised by AICTE and Ministry of Education Innovation Cell from 21st -26th April, 2025.

Faculty Development Programme on Multidimensional Knowledge and Pedagological Innovation Skills held from November 19-December 13, 2025 organiosed by KanyaMahaVidyalaya, Jalandhar.

Faculty Development Programme on Teachers as Nation Builders : Challenges and Opportunities in 21 Century Education” in online mode held from 15 – 21 Jan, 2026 organised by A.S. Group of Colleges, Khanna

Faculty Development Program on Intellectual Property Right: Fostering Research and Entrepreneurship at KANYA MAHA VIDYALAYA from 27/01/2025 to 01/02/2025 sponsored by AICTE Training And Learning (ATAL) Academy.

Course on Botanical Nomenclature organized by Botanical Survey of India, Deccan Regional Centre, Hyderabad from 16-20th March, 2026