Prof. Shailendra Kumar Arya presently holds the position of Professor at the Department of Biotechnology Engineering within the University Institute of Engineering & Technology, Panjab University, Chandigarh, India. He attained his doctoral degree in Biotechnology from the esteemed Indian Institute of Technology, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, in 2010. With an affiliation dating back to 2006, Dr. Arya has been a dedicated member of Panjab University. His primary focus lies in the realm of Enzyme Engineering and Bioremediation, showcasing a profound expertise in enzymes, wastewater treatment, and sustainable development. Dr. Arya boasts an extensive publication record, contributing over 100 research articles to prestigious international journals. Furthermore, he has actively engaged in numerous international and national conferences, where he has featured as a distinguished speaker. Leading a dynamic research group, Dr. Arya mentors both PhD and Masters students, guiding them in diverse projects encompassing Enzyme Engineering, Wastewater Treatment, Algal Studies, and Bioremediation. The collaborative efforts of his research team contribute significantly to advancing knowledge and innovation in these critical areas. Dr. Gursharan Singh is working as an Associate Professor in the Department of Medical & Laboratory Sciences, Lovely Professional University, India. He worked at UIET, Biotechnology Branch, Panjab University Chandigarh (Sector 25-B) as an Assistant Professor (Adhoc faculty) Feb. 2013 to June 2017. He received his Ph.D. from Biotechnology Department, Panjab University, Chandigarh (2009, July) and Post doctorate from South Dakota School of Mines & Tech. Rapid City, USA (Jan. 2010 to Jan. 2011). He also did Post doctorate from Agriculture & Agrifood, Canada, Quebec (June 2011 to June 2012). He has published more than 90 articles in scientific journals of repute. Further his name is present in the list of 2.0% scientists of the world in the area of biotechnology for the last two consecutive years, 2022 and 2023, data released by the Stanford University, USA. Aditya Bhalla, PhD, is the Vice President of Process Development and Manufacturing at Kanvas Biosciences. In his previous role, Aditya spearheaded the Process and Analytical Development team at Federation Bio, where he led the development of novel manufacturing processes for microbiome therapeutics containing large numbers of microbial strains. While at DuPont Health Sciences, Aditya led microbial bioprocess development, extending from pilot-scale processes to a commercial scale. Aditya is a Biochemical Engineer and Microbiologist by training. He holds a PhD in Chemical Engineering and a BS/MS in Microbiology (Hons). He has authored numerous patent and scientific publications.
