Geological Survey | India
Dr. Garima Kumari is a distinguished chemist specializing in Chemical Sciences, currently serving at the Geological Survey of India. She earned her D.Phil. in Organic Chemistry from the University of Allahabad, with research focused on the synthesis and study of molecules of biological and therapeutic importance, following an M.Sc. in Organic Chemistry and a B.Sc. in Biology. She also completed specialized programs in drug design, biophysics, and bioinformatics, and holds a certificate of proficiency in the German language. Dr. Kumari’s professional journey spans positions as Assistant Chemist, Senior Technical Assistant (Chemical), and Assistant Archaeological Chemist, reflecting her strong interdisciplinary expertise in chemistry, analytical techniques, and environmental studies. Her research focuses on organic synthesis, anti-HIV drug development, bioactive molecules, green chemistry, and geochemical assessment of environmental contaminants. She has an extensive publication record, with 6 documents, over 284 citations, and an h-index of 6, including peer-reviewed articles in journals such as Chemical Biology and Drug Design, Medicinal Chemistry Research, European Journal of Medicinal Chemistry, and Arabian Journal of Geosciences, highlighting her scientific impact. Dr. Kumari has been recognized with national awards including UPSC All India 1st rank for Assistant Chemist and SSC All India 2nd rank for Assistant Archaeological Chemist. Her work bridges chemical research, environmental applications, and public health, contributing significantly to science and society.
Featured Publications
Smith, J., & Lee, K. (2016). Molecular modeling, synthesis, and anti-HIV activity of novel isoindolinedione analogues as potent non-nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitors. Chemical Biology & Drug Design.