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International Scientists Award – Celebrating Scientific Excellence
Dr. Sowmiya Carmel is an accomplished Organic and Organosilicon Chemistry researcher with a Ph.D. in Chemistry from Bangalore University and more than thirteen years of teaching experience. Her expertise encompasses organic synthesis, organosilicon chemistry, click chemistry, heterocyclic chemistry, medicinal chemistry, and chemistry education. She has made significant contributions to the design and synthesis of novel organosilicon compounds with potential biological applications, combining experimental organic chemistry with computational investigations. Her academic career reflects a strong commitment to research, innovation, mentoring, and excellence in chemistry education.
Dr. Sowmiya Carmel maintains an active professional presence through LinkedIn, enabling academic networking and research collaboration. Her profile highlights her expertise in organic chemistry, organosilicon chemistry, and chemistry education while showcasing her academic achievements, research interests, and professional experience.
Dr. Sowmiya Carmel obtained her Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Chemistry from Bangalore University in 2023, where her doctoral research focused on the synthesis and reactions of novel organosilyl synthons. She earned her Bachelor of Education (Chemistry and Biology) from MES Teachers College, Bangalore University, with 85.2% marks in 2012. She completed her Master of Science in Organic Chemistry from VIT University, Vellore, in 2011 with a CGPA of 8.59, undertaking a research project on task-specific ionic liquids for organic transformation reactions. She received her Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, Botany, and Zoology from Mount Carmel College, Bangalore University, in 2009 with 78% marks.
Dr. Sowmiya Carmel’s research focuses on Organic Synthesis, Organosilicon Chemistry, Click Chemistry, Heterocyclic Chemistry, Medicinal Chemistry, Synthetic Methodology, Bioactive Molecule Design, Spectroscopic Characterization, Molecular Design, and Chemistry Education. Her research integrates synthetic organic chemistry with biological evaluation and computational studies to develop novel heterocyclic and organosilicon compounds possessing antimicrobial, antioxidant, and antifungal properties.
Dr. Sowmiya Carmel possesses more than thirteen years of teaching and academic experience in chemistry. Since June 2013, she has served as a Chemistry Lecturer at St. Joseph’s Indian Composite PU College, Bengaluru, where she teaches chemistry, mentors students, and develops innovative teaching methodologies using practical experiments and real-world applications. She previously worked as Academic Coordinator at Base Academy, Bengaluru, and as a Part-time Chemistry Lecturer at Mount Carmel College, Bengaluru, gaining valuable experience in higher education and student mentoring.
Dr. Sowmiya Carmel’s research career has been dedicated to advancing organosilicon chemistry and synthetic organic chemistry through the development of novel organosilyl synthons and heterocyclic compounds. Her doctoral research resulted in the synthesis of sixty-two compounds, including forty-seven novel compounds, with applications in medicinal chemistry and biological sciences. Her research integrates click chemistry, synthetic methodology, molecular characterization, crystal structure determination, computational chemistry, and biological activity evaluation. Her scholarly contributions include publications in internationally recognized journals such as the Journal of Heterocyclic Chemistry, Synthetic Communications, and IUCrData, with an additional manuscript currently under peer review in the Journal of Molecular Structure.
Dr. Sowmiya Carmel’s research has contributed to the advancement of organosilicon chemistry and heterocyclic synthesis by developing novel synthetic methodologies and structurally diverse compounds with promising biological activities. Her work combines experimental organic synthesis with computational investigations, enabling the discovery of new molecules with antimicrobial, antioxidant, and antifungal potential. These contributions support ongoing research in medicinal chemistry, drug discovery, and functional organic materials.
Dr. Sowmiya Carmel’s doctoral research demonstrates a strong emphasis on innovation through the successful synthesis of sixty-two chemical compounds, including forty-seven novel compounds. Her research introduces new organosilyl synthons and synthetic strategies that expand the scope of organosilicon and heterocyclic chemistry while contributing valuable knowledge to medicinal chemistry and synthetic methodology. The uploaded resume does not mention patents or other intellectual property registrations.
The uploaded resume describes Dr. Sowmiya Carmel’s doctoral research project titled “Synthesis and Reactions of Some Novel Organosilyl Synthons,” completed at Bangalore University. The research involved the synthesis of novel organosilicon compounds, click chemistry, heterocyclic synthesis, and biological evaluation. The resume does not mention externally funded research projects or research grants.
Dr. Sowmiya Carmel has actively presented her research at national scientific conferences, including FOMC-2021 at MNIT Jaipur, and has participated in multiple workshops and conferences related to organic chemistry, computational chemistry, and recent developments in chemical sciences. She has also delivered an invited lecture titled “Serendipity in Drug Discovery” as a Guest Speaker at Bishop Cotton Women’s Christian College in 2025, reflecting her commitment to scientific communication and academic outreach.
Dr. Sowmiya Carmel has demonstrated consistent academic excellence throughout her educational and professional career. She completed her doctoral research in organosilicon chemistry, earned distinction in her Bachelor of Education programme, received several prestigious awards for oral and poster presentations, and has successfully combined research excellence with over a decade of teaching and student mentoring. Her achievements reflect a sustained commitment to quality education, scientific research, and professional development.
Dr. Sowmiya Carmel’s research contributes to the development of biologically active molecules with potential applications in medicinal chemistry and pharmaceutical research. Through innovative teaching practices, student mentoring, and research in synthetic organic chemistry, she supports the advancement of chemical education and the training of future scientists. Her work bridges fundamental organic chemistry with practical applications in healthcare and chemical sciences.
Dr. Sowmiya Carmel has established an emerging international research profile through publications in peer-reviewed international journals, presentations at scientific conferences, invited academic lectures, and research recognized through several competitive awards. Her contributions to organosilicon chemistry, heterocyclic synthesis, and medicinal chemistry continue to strengthen her reputation within the global scientific community.