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Dr. Saloni Sood

CURRICULUM VITAE

Dr. Saloni Sood

Assistant Professor Department of Chemistry

Dr. Y. S. parmar Govt. P. G. College, nahan E-mail: drsalonisood85@gmail.com Contact No.: Ph. No.- +91-9805584490

ACADEMIC QUALIFICATION

  • PhD (2017) in the faculty of Physical Sciences from Department of Chemistry P. University Shimla

Topic of research: Synthesis, Characterization And Potential Applications Of Co/Fe Doped and Co-Doped ZnO Nanoparticles

  • Phil. (2011) in the faculty of Physical Sciences from Department of Chemistry H.P. University Shimla

Topic of research: Solventless synthesis and characterization of nanocrystalline Zn0.95Co0.05-xFexO powders

  • Sc. Chemistry (2008) Department of Chemistry, MCM DAV College Jalandhar, GNDU Amritsar
  • Ed.(2006 ) from Department of Education, H.P. University (campus) Shimla
  • Graduation (Life Sciences) from MCM A.V. College Kangra (H.P.U. Shimla)

AWARDS and ACHIEVEMENTS

  • Awarded with prestigious UGC Basic Scientific Research (BSR) Fellowship (JRF and SRF)
  • SET (2016)
  • 2nd position in order of merit in GNDU Amritsar in Sc.II (Chemistry)
  • Got 10th position in order of merit in P.U. in B.Sc.III (2005)
  • Got National Scholarship and Merit Certificate in 10th

EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

  • Worked as ‘National Service Volunteer’ in the Directorate of Education,
  • S.S. certificate and 1st Aid Certificate

COMPUTER PROFICIENCY

A good knowledge of basic computer: MS Word, Excel, Power Point etc.

TEACHING EXPERIENCE

  • Total teaching experience: more than 14 years (UG and PG Classes)

 

RESEARCH INTEREST:

  • Nanotechnology
  • Synthetic Inorganic Chemistry
  • Material Science

 

Publications in Journals/ Conference Proceedings/ Book Chapter

  • Saloni Sood and Neeraj Sharma, Antibacterial activity and cytotoxicity of Co/Fe doped ZnO nanoparticles, Adv. Sci. Eng. Med. 2016, doi:10.1166/asem.2016.1880.
  • Saloni Sood, Arun Kumar and Prof. Neeraj Sharma, Photocatalytic and antibacterial activity studies of ZnO nanoparticles synthesized by thermal decomposition of mechanochemically processed oxalate precursor, Chem. Selec. 2016 DOI: 10.1002/slct.201601435 .
  • Saloni Sood and Neeraj Sharma, Synthesis, morphology and antibacterial activity of mechanochemically processed (Co, Fe) co-doped ZnO nanocrystalline powders, HPU J 2015, 3, 1-10.
  • Saloni Sood and Neeraj Sharma, Structural, optical, magnetic and biological properties of Co/Fe doped ZnO nanoparticles synthesized by co-precipitation method, Chem. Chem. Phys. (under review).
  • Saloni Sood and Neeraj Sharma, Antimicrobial activity and cytotoxicity of (Co, Fe) co- doped ZnO nanoparticles synthesized by co-precipitation method, Int. J. Antimicrob. Agent. (Communicated).
  • Saloni Sood and Neeraj Sharma, Structural studies of (Co, Fe) co-doped ZnO nanocrystalline powders prepared from thermal decomposition of mechanochemically processed oxalate precursors: A green chemistry approach, Chem. Selec. (communicated)
  • Published a chapter titled “Towards Sustainable Development: A case study of a village in Solan District of Himachal Pradesh” as co-author in book “Environmental Issues: Biodiversity and Sustainability” (2022) (ISBN = 978-93-93810-06-9).
  • Published a chapter titled “ Characterization and Antibacterial Activity of Mechanochemically Synthesized ZnO Nanoparticles” in book titled “Multidisciplinary Approach to Ecology” (2023) (ISBN: 978-93-93810-84-7)

Invited Lectures (2024-25):

  • Acted as resource person and a delivered a lecture on the topic “From Theory to Reality: A Journey Through Physical Chemistry Basics” in the 6 days in-Service Teacher Training Programme for school teachers/PGTs in Chemistry organized by SCERT, Solan, Himachal Pradesh on 10th September, 2024.
  • Delivered a guest lecture on topics “Chemical Used in Daily Life and Their Adverse Effect on Human health” in High School Cantt, Nahan on dated 05th February, 2025 under the Rashtriya Avishkar Abhyaan (RAA).

 

  • Invited as a guest speaker to interact with girl students of PM Shri Jawahar Navodya Vidyalaya, Nahan as a “Female Role Model under Personalized Guidance & Support” to the girls on 11th March 2025.
  • Delivered a guest lecture on topics “Importance of Science and Scientific Temperament” in Govt. Sr. Sec. School, Moginand, Nahan on dated 17th February, 2026 under the Rashtriya Avishkar Abhyaan (RAA).

Other Achievements:

  • Deputed as subject expert to interview candidates for PGT Chemistry at “PM Shri Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya, Nahan” from 28th to 29th May, 2025.
  • Acted as Research Supervisor of Ms. Sheetal Saini from Govt. College Paonta sahib for her DST-INSPIRE Scholarship Research Project entitled “Applications of Ultraviolet- Visible Spectroscopy”

 

Research Paper Presented in Conferences/ Symposium/Workshops etc. (2023)

 

  • Presented a paper on topic “Effects of ZnO Nanoparticles on Environment: Risks and Benefits” in one day interdisciplinary International Conference on “Ecology: Interpretation, Intersections and Interstices” on dated 28th March, 2023 organised by Arya Kanya Mahavidyalaya Shahabad Haryana.
  • Presented an online oral presentation on topic “Green Synthesis of ZnO Nanoparticles: A Review” in an International Conference on Recent Trends in Science and Technology for Environment Conservation and Sustainable Development held on 29-30 September, 2023 organised by Sidharth Govt. “Utkrisht” College Nadaun District Hamirpur (HP).
  • Presented an online oral presentation on topic “Solventless Synthesis and Characterization of Nanocrystalline Zn0.95Co0.05-xFexO Powders” in International Conference on Interative Chemical Science for Health & Environment ICHE-2023 held from 6th – 8th October, 2023 organised by Deshbandhu College, University of Delhi, New Delhi.
  • Presented an online oral presentation on topic “Synthesis and Characterization and Photocatalytic Activity of ZnO Nanoparticles” in National Conference on “Biodiversity Loss and Climate Change: Two Faces of the same coin” held on 3rd December, 2023 organised by Department of Bio-Sciences Rabindranath Tagore Govt. Degree College Sarkaghat, Distt.

 

Research Paper Presented in Conferences/ Symposium/Workshops etc. (2024)

 

  • Presented a research paper entitled “The Role of New Education Policy in Viksit Bharat” in One Day Multidisciplinary National Seminar on “Developed India: Vision and Progress Towards 2047 organized by Arya Girls College Ambala Cantt, Kurukshetra University on 09th April 2024.
  • Presented a paper entitled “Sustainable Solutions for a Changing Planet: Synthesis and Applications of ZnO Nanoparticles” in the International Conference (Hybrid Mode) on “Exploring Climatic Sustainability: Opportunities and Challenges” organised by SDWG Govt. College Beetan, Una from July 26-27, 2024
  • Presented a paper entitled “Synthesis, Structural Studies and Antimicrobial Activity of (Co,

Fe) co-doped ZnO Nanocrystalline Powders: A Green Chemistry Approach” in two days

 

International Conference (Hybrid Mode) on “Role of Technology to Combat the Trends in Crises: Biodiversity Loss, Climate Change and a Sustainable Future” organised by IQAC and Faculty of Sciences of Dr. Sarevpalli Radhakrishnan Govt. Degree College Dharampur, Mandi from 24th -25th October, 2024

  • Presented a paper entitled “Role of ZnO Nanoparticles in Sustainable Development” in two days International Conference (Hybrid Mode) on “Resilient Women, Innovative Solutions & Sustainable Environment (RISE-2024)” organised by WGRC & IQAC of Govt. College Bhoranj (Tarkwari) Dist. Hamirpur (HP) on 25th to 26th November, 2024.

 

Research Paper Presented in Conferences/ Symposium/Workshops etc. 2025-26

  • Presented a paper entitled “Climate and sustainability Relationship with Green Energy: A Chemistry Perspective” in three days International Conference (Multidisciplinary) (Hybrid Mode) on “Community Cultur and Conservation: Tribal Pathway to Sustainable Prosperity” organized by TS Negi Govt. College Reckong Peo, Kinnaur (H.P.) from 15th to 17th September 2025.
  • Presented a paper entitled “Smart Nanomaterials for Disaster Management and Sustainable Engineering” in International Conference (Hybrid Mode) on “Disaster management: Interdisciplinary Approach to Resilience, Recovery and Risk Reduction” organized by Govt. Degree College Dehar, Distt. Mandi (H.P.) on 8th, 2025.
  • Presented a paper entitled “Photocatalytic ZnO nanomaterials: Advancing Environmental Clean-up to Achieve SDGs” in International Conference (Hybrid Mode) on “Interdisciplinary Advances in Chemistry: Innovations for Environment, Energy and Sustainability” organized by Department of Chemistry Govt. College Bilaspur, Distt. Bilaspur (H.P.) on17th December, 2025.
  • Presented a paper entitled “Nanotechnology for Sustainable Development: the Role of Co and Fe Doped ZnO in Next Generation Environmental Stewardship” in International Conference (Hybrid Mode) on “Resilient Women, Innovative Solutions & Sustainable Environment” organized by WGRC & IQAC” Govt. College Bhoranj Distt. Hamirpur (H.P.) from 22nd -23rd December, 2025.
  • Presented a paper entitled: “The Chemistry of Protection: Using Smart Nanomaterials for Disaster management and Sustainable Engineering” in International Conference (online) on “ Himalayan Environmental Issues and Disaster Risk: Multidisciplinary Perspective” organized by Department of Geography, Dr. Y. S. Parmar, Govt. PG College Nahan on 23rd February, 2026.

 

FDPs and Refresher Course Attended (2023 onwards)

 

  • Successfully completed online two-week Refresher Course in “CHEMISTRY” from 15 – 29 December, 2023 From Teaching Learning Centre Ramanujan College, University of Delhi organized in collaboration with Kongunadu Arts and Science College (Autonomous), Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu and Kandaswami Kendar’s College Velur, Tamil Nadu under the aegis of Ministry of Education Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya National Mission on Teachers and Teaching.
  • Successfully completed one week Faculty Development Program (FDP) on “NEP 2020: A Paradigm Shift in Higher Education” organized by Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC)

 

of Dr. Saravepalli Radhakrishnan Govt. Degree College Dharampur, Mandi (H.P.) from 19th February to 24th February, 2024.

  • Participated and successfully completed online Two Week Refresher Course in “Physical and Chemical Sciences” under Malaviya Mission Teacher Training Programme (MM-TTP) of UGC organized by central University of Jammu from 10th -24th December, 2024
  • Participated and successfully completed “NEP 2020 Orientation & Sensitization Programme” under Malaviya Mission Teacher Training Programme (MM-TTP) of UGC organized by “MM-TTC : Ramanujan College, Delhi” from 18th to 27th March, 2025 and obtained A+
  • Participated in one week online national level “Faculty Development Program” on “Mindfulness and Wellbeing of Professionals” conducted w.e.f. 12th August to 17th August, 2024 organised by Gokul Global University Siddhpur, Gujarat in collaboration with Nucleus of learning and development (NLD).
  • Participated and successfully completed one day workshop (online) on “E-Filing of ITR-2 (Excel Utility)” organized by Department of Commerce, Govt. College, jawali, Dist. Kangra (HP) on 21st september, 2024.
  • Participated and successfully completed in one week (Hybrid) “Faculty Development Program” on “Service Rules and Regulations for Teachers in Higher Education” from 1st to 7th May, 2025, organized by IQAC of SCVB Govt. College Palampur, Distt. Kangra (HP).
  • Participated in national Webinar on “Inclusive Teaching for Learners with ”

Organized by Wazir Ram Singh Govt. College, Dehri, Distt. Kangra.

  • Participated in national Webinar on “Dealing with Digital Addiction Among Youth”

Organized by Wazir Ram Singh Govt. College, Dehri, Distt. Kangra.