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Prof. (Dr.) Astha Pandey

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School of Forensic Science Ph.D.,M.Sc.,BSc
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About

Dr. Astha Pandey, an Associate Professor at the School of Forensic Science, National Forensic Sciences University, Gujarat, India; has made major contributions to the fields of Forensic Chemistry and Forensic Toxicology. Having worked in the field of Forensic Sciences for 22 years, Dr Pandey is a beacon of knowledge and expertise in the field of Forensic Science. 

Possessing a Ph.D. degree and an M.Sc. qualification, Dr. Pandey has dedicated her career to teaching, research, and pioneering advancements in forensic sciences. She currently serves in a key capacity at the university, managing and contributing to two significant national initiatives: the Centre of Excellence for Research and Analysis of Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (CoE-NDPS) of the Ministry of Home Affairs, GoI and the Centre of Excellence on Nutritional Supplements Testing for Sportspersons (CoE-NSTS) of the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, GoI. She also contributed significantly to several smaller projects, such as two Student Startup and Innovation Policy (SSIP) initiatives and consulting services in areas such as NDPS, arson, and anti-dope forensics.

 Dr. Pandey's extensive portfolio of intellectual property, which includes designs, patents, and copyrights, illustrates her creative thinking. Her research output comprises more than 50 research papers that have been published. She has also guided students toward academic excellence by supervising more than 75 postgraduate dissertations and 2 PhD Scholars. She is currently mentoring 06 Ph.D. candidates, shaping the future scientific community through their thesis. 

The areas of expertise that Dr. Astha Pandey covers are extensive and include Explosive analysis, Petro-forensics, Anti-dope Forensics, Forensic Narcotics and Forensic Science. Her extraordinary career as a teacher, researcher, and mentor is a testament to Dr. Astha Pandey's unwavering dedication to the advancement of forensic sciences. A respected authority in the forensic academic and research community. Her extensive experience and creative approach, has inspired countless numbers of students and peers.

 


No. of Publications

Research Paper

41

Book

0

Book Chapter

1

Academic Identity

Scopus Id
G-Scholar Id
Vidwan Id
https://vidwan.inflibnet.ac.in/profile/290450

Teaching Experience

Head
COENDPS NFSU
Jul 2021 to Till Today
Associate Professor
Gujarat Forensic Sciences University
Jun 2019 to Till Today
Assistant Professor
Gujarat Forensic Sciences University
Jun 2009 to Till Today
Assistant Professor
Osmania University
Jun 2001 to Jun 2008

AWARDS

Best Educationist Award, and a "Certificate of Education Excellence"
International Institute of Education and Management
August 2015
National Mahila Rattan Gold Medal Award
Indian Solidarity Council
August 2015
International Research Ratna Awards
Trichy, Tamilnadu
February 2019

No. of Publications

SORTING BY DATE
June 2021

Book Title: Forensic Analysis – Scientific and Medical Techniques and Evidence under the Microscope

Chapter Title: Herbal Drugs Forensic

ISBN: 978-1-83968-951-2

Pages: 1 - 20

Language:

Publisher: IntechOpen

Agrawal S & Pandey A

Book Chapters
Aug 2012

Title: Forensic Science and Nanotechnology

Journal: Indian journal of nanotechnology and applications

ISSN: 2348-1021

Volume (issue): 1 (1)

Language: English

DOI:

Publisher: New Delhi:,GBS Publishers & Distributors.

Swapnil R. Kamdar and Astha Pandey

Journal
Jun 2014

Title: Qualitative analysis of nicotine and NDPS drugs in hookah bar samples of Ahmedabad

Journal: International Journal of Medical Toxicology and legal Medicine

ISSN: 09772-0448

Volume (issue): 16 (3)

Language: English

DOI:

Publisher: IJMTLM.

Falguni and Astha Pandey

Journal
Jun 2014

Title: A comparative case study of fingerprint patterns in male convicts of Sabarmati jail (Ahmedabad) in Gujarati Population

Journal: Indian Journal of Forensic Medicine and Toxicology

ISSN: 0973-9130

Volume (issue): 8 (1)

Language: English

DOI:

Publisher: IJFMT.

Astha Pandey & J. M. Vyas

Journal
Jun 2014

Title: A descriptive study to assess variation in atd, dat and adt angles with reference to age and gender in palmprints of Gujarati population

Journal: Indian Journal of Forensic Medicine and Toxicology

ISSN: 0973-9130

Volume (issue): 1 (1)

Language: English

DOI:

Publisher: IJFMT.

Astha Pandey

Journal
May 2015

Title: Microcrystal Test for Nicotine in Hookah Bar Samples

Journal: International Journal for Scientific Research In Science And Technology

ISSN: 2395-602X

Volume (issue): 1 (2)

Language: English

DOI:

Publisher: TechnoScience Academy.

Falguni and Astha Pandey

Journal
Jan 2015

Title: Detection of adulteration in ghee from markets of Ahmedabad by FTIR spectroscopy

Journal: Journal of chemical and pharmaceutical research

ISSN: 0975-7384

Volume (issue): 17 (6)

Language: English

DOI:

Publisher: JOCPR.

Astha Pandey and Krunal N. Jariwala

Journal
Aug 2015

Title: Quality assessment and Detection of Adulteration in Buffalo Milk collected from Different Areas of Gandhinagar by Physicochemical Method

Journal: International Journal of Pharmatech Research

ISSN: 0974-4304

Volume (issue): 8 (4)

Language: English

DOI:

Publisher: Sai Scientific Communications.

Jivraj Makadiya and Astha Pandey

Journal
Aug 2015

Title: Detection of Sildenafil citrate from Aphrodisiac Herbal Formulations

Journal: International Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research

ISSN: 0975-8232

Volume (issue): 6 (9)

Language: English

DOI:

Publisher: International Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research.

Astha Pandey and Prajal Parikh

Journal
Nov 2015

Title: An Insight to the Forensic Examination of Gemstones

Journal: International Journal for Scientific Research in Science and Technology

ISSN: 2395-602X

Volume (issue): 1 (4)

Language: English

DOI:

Publisher: TechnoScience Academy.

Astha Pandey, Krunal Jariwala

Journal
Dec 2016

Title: The Role of Ante-Mortem Records of Palatal Rugae in Disaster Victim Identification (DVI)

Journal: International Journal for Scientific Research In Science And Technology

ISSN: 2395-6011

Volume (issue): 2 (6)

Language: English

DOI:

Publisher: TechnoScience Academy.

Madhavi Jog, Astha Pandey & M.S. Dahiya

Journal
May 2017

Title: A Report on the Current Status of Radiology in Forensic Odontology in the Indian Scenario

Journal: International Journal of Forensic Odontology

ISSN: 2542-5021

Volume (issue): 2 (1)

Language: English

DOI:

Publisher: Saveetha Dental College & Hospitals.

Selwin Gabriel Samuel, Astha Pandey, MS Dahiya

Journal
Aug 2017

Title: Detection of pesticides in buffalo milk collected from Different Areas of Gandhinagar and Ahmedabad by Thin layer chromatography

Journal: International Journal of ChemTech research

ISSN: 2455-9555

Volume (issue): 10 (1)

Language: English

DOI:

Publisher: IJCTR.

Jivraj Makadiya & Astha Pandey

Journal
May 2018

Title: Fraud Investigation Related to Crypto- Currency Bitcoin: A case study

Journal: International Journal of Scientific Research in Science and Technology

ISSN: 2395-602X

Volume (issue): 4 (8)

Language: English

DOI:

Publisher: IJRST.

Astha Pandey*, Mansa Shastry, Laurence H. White M, M. S. Dahiya

Journal
Jul 2018

Title: VALIDATION STUDY OF STEROIDAL DRUGS (DEXAMETHASONE AND BETAMETHASONE) BY U.V. SPECTROPHOTOMETRIC METHOD

Journal: Asian Journal of Pharmaceutical and Clinical Research

ISSN: 2455-3891

Volume (issue): 11 (7)

Language: English

DOI:

Publisher: Innovare Academic Sciences Pvt Ltd.

Astha Pandey* and Khilav Anand

Journal
Jan 2018

Title: Quality Assessment and Detection of Adulteration in Different Brands of Mango Juices Available in Indian Market by Physico-Chemical Method

Journal: Journal of Food Agriculture and Veterinary Sciences

ISSN: 2277-209X

Volume (issue): 8 (1)

Language: English

DOI:

Publisher: International Organization Of Scientific Research.

Astha Pandey* and Vishala Pithava

Journal
Sep 2018

Title: Comparative Study On Filter Efficiency Of Different Brands Of Cigarettes By Microscopic And Spectroscopic Techniques

Journal: International Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research

ISSN: 0975-8232

Volume (issue): 9 (9)

Language: English

DOI:

Publisher: Society of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research.

Astha Pandey* and Jitendra Suthar

Journal
Apr 2018

Title: Study of Phenolphthalein Received In Bribe Trap Cases By Various Analytical Techniques

Journal: International Journal of Pharma and Bio Sciences

ISSN: 0975-6299

Volume (issue): 9 (2)

Language: English

DOI:

Publisher: IJPBS.

Astha Pandey* and Vishala Pithava

Journal
Mar 2018

Title: Development of Latent Fingerprints on Various Substrates under Wet Conditions by Powder Method (Rangoli Powders)

Journal: International Journal of Criminal and Forensic Science

ISSN: 2576-3563

Volume (issue): 2 (1)

Language: English

DOI:

Publisher: BioCore Exploring Scientific Community.

Nikita Jain and Astha Pandey

Journal
Mar 2018

Title: Extraction of Neem Oil from Neem seeds of different Geographical regions of India by two processes and study of their properties for standardization of parameters useful for coating of Urea fertilizer

Journal: European Journal of biomedical and pharmaceutical sciences

ISSN: 2349-8870

Volume (issue): 5 (3)

Language: English

DOI:

Publisher: Society for Advance Healthcare Research.

M. S. Dahiya* and Astha Pandey

Journal
Nov 2018

Title: Quality Assessment of Different Brands of Mango Juice Available in Indian Market for Carbohydrates and Acids (Ascorbic Acid) by Conventional Titration Method

Journal: International Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research

ISSN: 0975-8232

Volume (issue): 9 (11)

Language: English

DOI:

Publisher: Society of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research.

Astha Pandey* and Vishala Pithava

Journal
Dec 2018

Title: A comparative study on human and domestic animal bitemark patterns: An aid in forensic investigation

Journal: Indian J. Vet. Res.

ISSN: 0974-0171

Volume (issue): 27 (2)

Language: English

DOI:

Publisher: Indian Veterinary Association.

Abraham Johnson, Astha Pandey and P.V. Parikh

Journal
Apr 2019

Title: Analysis of Lead and Cadmium in Selected Indian Ayurvedic Medicines By ICP-AES (Inductive Coupled Plasma-Atomic Emission Spectrometry)

Journal: Indian Drugs Journal

ISSN: 0019-462X

Volume (issue): 56 (4)

Language: English

DOI:

Publisher: Indian Drugs.

Astha Pandey*, Ashwini Satpute, Deepika Bhandari

Journal
Mar 2019

Title: Estimation of proteins in plants of forensic significance (Ricinus communis and Cannabis sativa) by UV-spectrophotometry and gel electrophoresis method

Journal: IJPSR

ISSN: 0975-8232

Volume (issue): 10 (3)

Language: English

DOI:

Publisher: Society of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research.

Pandey A, Pendarkar D, Patel AD and Agrawal S

Journal
Jan 2019

Title: Evergreen Conventional and Modern Microscopic Methods for Solving Various Cases of Forensic Botany by Morphological and Histological Study

Journal: Pharmacog J

ISSN: 0975-3575

Volume (issue): 11 (1)

Language: English

DOI:

Publisher: Pharmacog J.

Pandey A, Agrawal S, Patel AD, Pendarkar D, Bambhaniya JD

Journal
Jan 2019

Title: Significance of Accreditation of Forensic Science Laboratories in India.

Journal: Journal of Punjab Academy of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology

ISSN: 0972-5687

Volume (issue): 19 (1)

Language: English

DOI:

Publisher: Punjab Academy of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology.

M Jog, A Pandey

Journal
Apr 2019

Title: Three dimensional scanning-A futuristic technology in forensic anthropology

Journal: J. Indian Acad. Forensic. Med

ISSN: 0974-0848

Volume (issue): 41 (2)

Language: English

DOI:

Publisher: Indian Academy of Forensic Medicine.

Abraham Johnson and Astha Pandey

Journal
Dec 2019

Title: Digital tooth reconstruction: an innovative approach in forensic odontology

Journal: Journal of Forensic Odontostomatology

ISSN: 2219-6749

Volume (issue): 37 (3)

Language: English

DOI:

Publisher: IOFOS.

Abraham Johnson, Gargi Jani, Astha Pandey & Nimesh Patel

Journal
Aug 2022

Title: Digital reconstruction of fragmented tooth remains in forensic context

Journal: Forensic Sciences Research

ISSN: 2471-1411

Volume (issue): 7 (1)

Language: English

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1080/20961790.2020.1737462

Publisher: Taylor and Francis.

Abraham Johnson, Gargi Jani, Joe Adserias Garriga & Astha Pandey

Journal
Jan 2020

Title: Measurement of Uncertainty of Country Made Liquor by Hydrometer

Journal: J Punjab Acad Forensic Med Toxicol

ISSN: 0972-5687

Volume (issue): 19 (2)

Language: English

DOI:

Publisher: Punjab Academy of Forensic Medicine and Toxicology.

Vishala Pithava, Astha Pandey

Journal
Jul 2020

Title: Effective Approaches to three dimensional digital reconstruction of fragmented remains human skeletal remains using laser surface scanning

Journal: Forensic Science International: Synergy

ISSN: 2589-871X

Volume (issue): 2 (1)

Language: English

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.fsisyn.2020.07.002

Publisher: ELSEVIER.

Gargi Jani, Abraham Johnson, Utsav Parikh, Tim Thompson and Astha Pandey

Journal
Jun 2020

Title: Detection of Adulterants in Polyherbal Nutraceutical Chyawanprash by Phytochemical Analysis & Quantitative Estimation of Phytoconstituents by UV-Spectrophotometry

Journal: International Journal of Ayush

ISSN: 2349-7025

Volume (issue): 9 (2)

Language: English

DOI:

Publisher: Panacea Research Library.

Shalvi Agrawal & Astha Pandey

Journal
Jun 2020

Title: Herbal Drug Forensics

Journal: International Journal of Ayush

ISSN: 2349-7025

Volume (issue): 9 (2)

Language: English

DOI:

Publisher: Panacea Research Library.

12. Shalvi Agrawal & Astha Pandey

Journal
Aug 2021

Title: Importance of Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons and Application of Spectrofluorimetry in Petro-forensic Investigation

Journal: Indian Journal of Advances in Chemical Science

ISSN: 2320-0928

Volume (issue): 8 (4)

Language: English

DOI: 10.22607/IJACS.2020.804002

Publisher: KROS publications.

Ashwini Satpute, Ishita Parmar, Astha Pandey

Journal
Jan 2021

Title: Total Organic Carbon Analyzer: Emerging Technique for Quality Assessment of Potability of Drinking Water

Journal: Indian Journal of Advances in Chemical Science

ISSN: 2320-0928

Volume (issue): 9 (1)

Language: English

DOI: 0.22607/IJACS.2021.901008

Publisher: KROS publications.

10. Neha Dsouza, Ashwini Satpute and Astha Pandey

Journal
Sep 2021

Title: Determination of Inorganic Toxicants in Nutraceuticals by Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectroscopy

Journal: INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF PHARMACEUTICAL SCIENCES AND RESEARCH

ISSN: 0975-8232

Volume (issue): 12 (9)

Language: English

DOI: 10.13040/IJPSR.0975-8232

Publisher: Society of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research.

Ashwini Satpute and Astha Pandey

Journal
Nov 2021

Title: Assessment of the accuracy of 3D printed teeth by various 3D printers in forensic odontology

Journal: Forensic Science International

ISSN: 1872-6283

Volume (issue): 328 (1)

Language: English

DOI: 10.1016/j.forsciint.2021.111044

Publisher: ELSEVIER.

Astha Pandey

Journal
Dec 2021

Title: Voltammetric Analysis of New Psychoactive Substances

Journal: Arab Journal of Forensic Sciences & Forensic Medicine

ISSN: 1658-6794

Volume (issue): 3 (2)

Language: English

DOI: 10.26735/MZYC3707

Publisher: Naif University Publishing House.

Ketan Patil & Astha Pandey

Journal
Jan 2022

Title: A growing Problem for India

Journal: Asian Journal of Forensic Sciences

ISSN: 2666-2264

Volume (issue): 1 (1)

Language: English

DOI: 10.55141/AJFS.2022.000112

Publisher: Asian Journal of Forensic Sciences.

Ketan Patil & Astha Pandey

Journal
Jan 2022

Title: A Remarkable Geomarker in Soil Forensics and Trace Evidence Analysis

Journal: Asian Journal of Forensic Sciences

ISSN: 2666-2264

Volume (issue): 1 (1)

Language: English

DOI: 10.55141/AJFS.2022.000111

Publisher: Asian Journal of Forensic Sciences.

4. Anirudha Dixit, Shalvi Agrawal & Astha Pandey

Journal
Aug 2022

Title: Exploration of Forensic Botany in Solving Questions Related to Authenticity of Herbal Drugs

Journal: Asian Journal of Forensic Sciences

ISSN: 2666-2264

Volume (issue): 1 (1)

Language: English

DOI: 10.55141/AJFS.2022.000114

Publisher: Asian Journal of Forensic Sciences.

3. Shalvi Agrawal, Jasmeet Singh, Tulsidas R. Baggi & Astha Pandey

Journal
Mar 2022

Title: Application of 3D scanning and 3D printing in forensic practices - A preliminary survey among forensic practitioners in India

Journal: Forensic Imaging

ISSN: 2666-2264

Volume (issue): 28 (1)

Language: English

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.fri.2022.200498

Publisher: ELSEVIER.

Abraham Johnson, Gargi Jani, Astha Pandey

Journal

Activity

RESEARCH PROJECTS

Project Title: Characterization and Standardization of Neem Oil GNFC

Start Year: August 2022

End Year: August 2022

Grant No.: GFSU/IFS/329/2017

Amount: 900000

Funding Agency: GFSU and GNFC

Project Coordinator

Completed

Project Title: Standardization and Characterization of Neem Oil

Start Year:

End Year:

Grant No.: GFSU/IFS/329/2017

Amount: 900000

Funding Agency: GFSU & GNFC

Project Coordinator

Completed

Project Title: Analysis of Six Band Drugs (Tetrahydrocannabinol, Amphetamine, Barbiturates, Benzodiazepines, Cocaine and Opiates) of Abuse in Urine

Start Year:

End Year:

Grant No.: GFSU/SSIP/32/2018

Amount: 50000

Funding Agency: GPSC

Project Coordinator

Completed

Project Title: Center of Excellence for Research and Analysis of Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances

Start Year: July 2022

End Year:

Grant No.: MHA, GoI F.No. 25013/43/2011-WS-III

Amount: 50000000

Funding Agency: MHA, India

Head

Ongoing

Project Title: Analysis of Six Band Drugs (Tetrahydrocannabinol, Amphetamine, Barbiturates, Benzodiazepines, Cocaine and Opiates) of Abuse in Urine

Start Year:

End Year:

Grant No.: P.C.E.-2018-3464(6)

Amount: 1400000

Funding Agency: GSSSB

Project Coordinator

Completed

PROJECTS GUIDED

2022

Phytomedicine Forensics- Study of a Polyherbal Drug (Dashmool)

Guided For:

Shalvi Agrawal, School of Doctoral Studies and Research

2023

An experimental validation study of 3 D Scanning and 3D printing with Forensic Applications in Anthr

Guided For:

Dr. Abraham Johnson, National Forensic Sciences University

2024

Study of Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons in Ignitable Liquids-a Forensic Perspective

Guided For:

Dr.Aswhini Satpute, National Forensic Sciences University

2024

Development of Nano-Material Based Sensors for Trace Evidences of Forensic Interest

Guided For:

Dr. Manika, National Forensic Sciences University

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