Chirag Chopra

@lpu.in

Associate Professor, School of Bioengineering and Biosciences
Lovely Professional University

Chirag Chopra


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During my research work, I have standardized two colorectal tumor models (One cell-based and one chemical-derived), which can be used for translational research work. My core expertise lies in gene cloning and expression (mainly proteomics), animal cell culture, and the cellular analysis of the effects of changes in gene expression. I have also perfected the art of site-directed mutagenesis in genes cloned into any vectors, based on which, I have developed overexpression mutant cell lines expressing wild-type and mutant genes. My latest ongoing work involves repurposing a combination of known drugs as an anti-cancer therapeutic with good in-vivo results. Repurposed drugs have already been tested for safety as they are administered for other ailments. Therefore, the time required to bring such drugs to market is reduced considerably.

EDUCATION

2024: Ph.D. from Lovely Professional University. Subject: Biotechnology. Core Research Area: Cancer Biology
2013: M.S. (Research) from Indian Institute of Technology, Madras. Subject Biotechnology. Core Research Area: Molecular Oncology
2010: Bachelor of Technology from Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University, Katra. Subject: Industrial Biotechnology

RESEARCH, TEACHING, or OTHER INTERESTS

Cancer Research, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology
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Scopus Publications

1840

Scholar Citations

24

Scholar h-index

41

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Scopus Publications

RECENT SCHOLAR PUBLICATIONS

  • Genome-Resolved Metagenomics of the Tumour Microbiome: From Strain Diversity to Functional Cancer Ecology
    S Ali, AA Chaudhary, WM Sheikh, MAM Ali, C Chopra, MA Dar, AK Wani, ...
    Pathology-Research and Practice, 156543 , 2026
    2026
  • A review on design, synthesis, Structure Activity Relationships, and anticancer activity of benzimidazole derivatives
    AA Bhat, MA Mumtaz, A Hameed, MI Khan, J Singh, C Chopra, AK Wani
    Journal of Molecular Structure, 146543 , 2026
    2026
  • Dual dye degradation of methylene blue and orange II by a wetland-derived Acinetobacter species: RSM optimization, GC–MS pathway elucidation, and phytotoxicity assessment
    A Ayub, C Chopra, A Singh, R Singh, J Singh, AK Wani
    Bioresource Technology Reports, 102736 , 2026
    2026
  • Lymphoma: TLR signaling dysregulation, potential proteomic techniques, therapeutic strategies, and future perspectives
    WM Sheikh, S Javeed, J Munawar, J Jan, BA Rather, US Shah, AM Khan, ...
    Proteomics: A Promising Approach for Cancer Research, 297-314 , 2026
    2026
  • Structure-Based Identification of Ponganone V from Pongamia pinnata as a Potential KPC-2 β-Lactamase Inhibitor: Insights from Docking, ADMET, and Molecular …
    H Jangid, C Chopra, AK Wani
    Microbiology Research 16 (12), 262 , 2025
    2025
  • Eco-Smart Packaging: A Green Approach to Prolonging Freshness of Chicken and Chicken Products
    N Elboughdiri, K Kriaa, C Maatki, AA Assadi, Z Tabassum, C Chopra, ...
    Food and Bioprocess Technology 18 (11), 9250-9270 , 2025
    2025
    Citations: 2
  • Introduction to Immunosensors: Principles and Applications in Food Safety
    A Ayub, DS Dhanjal, V Sharma, DK Sharma, R Singh, C Chopra
    Ensuring Wellness: Immunosensors Monitoring Food Quality, and Pathogenicity … , 2025
    2025
  • Dietary antioxidants in mitigating carbon tetrachloride-induced hepatoxicity: An integrative review of preclinical insights
    H Kumar, N Kimta, S Kapoor, E Nepovimova, C Chopra, T Suthar, ...
    Journal of Functional Foods 133, 107020 , 2025
    2025
    Citations: 2
  • Harnessing microbes and plants for bioremediation of heavy metal contaminants: Current paradigms and future perspectives
    A Ayub, AK Wani, SM Malik, M Ayub, C Chopra, R Singh, T Malik
    Environmental Challenges 20, 101220 , 2025
    2025
    Citations: 11
  • Emerging technologies in biomass conversion: Bioengineering and nanocatalysts to AI-driven process optimization
    N Selwal, H Sultana, F Rahayu, B Hariyono, PD Riajaya, FT Kadarwati, ...
    Biomass and Bioenergy 200, 108054 , 2025
    2025
    Citations: 15
  • Valorization of eggshell waste as sustainable mechanical reinforcement in biodegradable bio-packaging materials
    A Gacem, KK Yadav, Z Tabasum, KY Thajudeen, MM Ahmed, ...
    Journal of Agriculture and Food Research, 102273 , 2025
    2025
    Citations: 10
  • Green nanoscience for healthcare: Advancing biomedical innovation through eco-synthesized nanoparticle
    A Ayub, AK Wani, SM Malik, M Ayub, R Singh, C Chopra, T Malik
    Biotechnology Reports, e00913 , 2025
    2025
    Citations: 41
  • Unveiling the cancer-fighting potential of Rheum species (Rhubarb): Phytochemistry, ethnopharmacology, and mechanistic insights into the anticancer effects of key anthraquinones
    UM Khaja, C Chopra, A Sehgal, R Singh, SA Ganie
    Phytomedicine Plus 5 (3), 100831 , 2025
    2025
    Citations: 2
  • Structural characterization, functional analysis and computational annotation of a metagenome-derived Glucoamylase enzyme: Effect of temperature, pH, metal Ions, and …
    AK Wani, AS Alhegaili, F Imam, C Chopra, JHP Américo-Pinheiro, ...
    Biocatalysis and Agricultural Biotechnology 67, 103662 , 2025
    2025
    Citations: 5
  • Harnessing microalgae as a bioresource for nutraceuticals: advancing bioactive compound exploration and shaping the future of health and functional food innovation
    A Ayub, F Rahayu, A Khamidah, SS Antarlina, K Iswari, K Supriyadi, ...
    Discover Applied Sciences 7 (5), 389 , 2025
    2025
    Citations: 26
  • Advancing dye degradation: integrating microbial metabolism, photocatalysis, and nanotechnology for eco-friendly solutions
    A Ayub, AK Wani, C Chopra, DK Sharma, O Amin, AW Wani, A Singh, ...
    Bacteria 4 (1), 15 , 2025
    2025
    Citations: 72
  • In-Silico Identification and Evaluation of Diosgenin as a Promising Phytomedicine Targeting MHC-I for Cancer Therapy
    S Jasrotia, AK Verma, T Singh, S Sheoran, S Arora, R Singh, C Chopra, ...
    2025
  • Advances in the concept of functional foods and feeds: applications of cinnamon and turmeric as functional enrichment ingredients
    H Kumar, R Dhalaria, S Guleria, R Sharma, R Cimler, DS Dhanjal, ...
    Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition 65 (6), 1144-1162 , 2025
    2025
    Citations: 32
  • Corrigendum to: Advances in Genetic Reprogramming: Prospects from Developmental Biology to Regenerative Medicine
    DS Dhanjal, R Singh, V Sharma, E Nepovimova, Vojtech, Adam, K Kuca, ...
    Current Medicinal Chemistry 32 (6), 1233-1233 , 2025
    2025
  • The Role of 3D Printing in Revolutionizing Pharmaceuticals and Medicine
    R Singh, AK Wani, L Peter, K Randlova, J Hruska, C Chopra, K Kuca
    Mini-Reviews in Medicinal Chemistry , 2025
    2025
    Citations: 1

MOST CITED SCHOLAR PUBLICATIONS

  • Plant prebiotics and their role in the amelioration of diseases
    AP Kaur, S Bhardwaj, DS Dhanjal, E Nepovimova, N Cruz-Martins, ...
    Biomolecules 11 (3), 440 , 2021
    2021
    Citations: 172
  • Antibiotics and antibiotic resistance-flipsides of the same coin
    S Bhardwaj, P Mehra, DS Dhanjal, P Sharma, V Sharma, R Singh, ...
    Current pharmaceutical design 28 (28), 2312-2329 , 2022
    2022
    Citations: 105
  • Potential usage of edible mushrooms and their residues to retrieve valuable supplies for industrial applications
    H Kumar, K Bhardwaj, R Sharma, E Nepovimova, N Cruz-Martins, ...
    Journal of Fungi 7 (6), 427 , 2021
    2021
    Citations: 98
  • Conifer-derived metallic nanoparticles: Green synthesis and biological applications
    K Bhardwaj, DS Dhanjal, A Sharma, E Nepovimova, A Kalia, S Thakur, ...
    International Journal of Molecular Sciences 21 (23), 9028 , 2020
    2020
    Citations: 80
  • CRISPR/Cas12a-based biosensors for environmental monitoring and diagnostics
    AK Wani, N Akhtar, C Chopra, R Singh, JC Hong, US Kadam
    Environmental Technology & Innovation 34, 103625 , 2024
    2024
    Citations: 74
  • Advancing dye degradation: integrating microbial metabolism, photocatalysis, and nanotechnology for eco-friendly solutions
    A Ayub, AK Wani, C Chopra, DK Sharma, O Amin, AW Wani, A Singh, ...
    Bacteria 4 (1), 15 , 2025
    2025
    Citations: 72
  • Plant fortification of the diet for anti-ageing effects: A review
    DS Dhanjal, S Bhardwaj, R Sharma, K Bhardwaj, D Kumar, C Chopra, ...
    Nutrients 12 (10), 3008 , 2020
    2020
    Citations: 69
  • Genome centric engineering using ZFNs, TALENs and CRISPR-Cas9 systems for trait improvement and disease control in Animals
    AK Wani, N Akhtar, R Singh, A Prakash, SHA Raza, S Cavalu, C Chopra, ...
    Veterinary research communications 47 (1), 1-16 , 2023
    2023
    Citations: 65
  • Discovering untapped microbial communities through metagenomics for microplastic remediation: recent advances, challenges, and way forward
    AK Wani, N Akhtar, N Naqash, F Rahayu, D Djajadi, C Chopra, R Singh, ...
    Environmental Science and Pollution Research 30 (34), 81450-81473 , 2023
    2023
    Citations: 64
  • Applications of fruit polyphenols and their functionalized nanoparticles against foodborne bacteria: a mini review
    H Kumar, K Bhardwaj, N Cruz-Martins, E Nepovimova, P Oleksak, ...
    Molecules 26 (11), 3447 , 2021
    2021
    Citations: 61
  • Eco-friendly and safe alternatives for the valorization of shrimp farming waste
    AK Wani, N Akhtar, TG Mir, F Rahayu, C Suhara, A Anjli, C Chopra, ...
    Environmental Science and Pollution Research 31 (27), 38960-38989 , 2024
    2024
    Citations: 60
  • Bioprospecting culturable and unculturable microbial consortia through metagenomics for bioremediation
    AK Wani, N Akhtar, N Naqash, C Chopra, R Singh, V Kumar, S Kumar, ...
    Cleaner Chemical Engineering 2, 100017 , 2022
    2022
    Citations: 57
  • Immunosensors in food, health, environment, and agriculture: a review
    H Kumar, R Dhalaria, S Guleria, R Cimler, P Prerna, DS Dhanjal, ...
    Environmental Chemistry Letters 22 (5), 2573-2605 , 2024
    2024
    Citations: 53
  • Detection of bacterial pathogens and antibiotic residues in chicken meat: a review
    H Kumar, K Bhardwaj, T Kaur, E Nepovimova, K Kuča, V Kumar, ...
    Foods 9 (10), 1504 , 2020
    2020
    Citations: 52
  • Mycology-nanotechnology interface: applications in medicine and cosmetology
    DS Dhanjal, P Mehra, S Bhardwaj, R Singh, P Sharma, E Nepovimova, ...
    International journal of nanomedicine, 2505-2533 , 2022
    2022
    Citations: 46
  • Green nanoscience for healthcare: Advancing biomedical innovation through eco-synthesized nanoparticle
    A Ayub, AK Wani, SM Malik, M Ayub, R Singh, C Chopra, T Malik
    Biotechnology Reports, e00913 , 2025
    2025
    Citations: 41
  • Prospects of advanced metagenomics and meta-omics in the investigation of phytomicrobiome to forecast beneficial and pathogenic response
    AK Wani, N Akhtar, R Singh, C Chopra, P Kakade, M Borde, JM Al-Khayri, ...
    Molecular Biology Reports 49 (12), 12165-12179 , 2022
    2022
    Citations: 41
  • Gut-brain axis and Alzheimer's disease: Therapeutic interventions and strategies
    H Singh, C Chopra, H Singh, V Malgotra, AK Wani, DS Dhanjal, I Sharma, ...
    Journal of Functional Foods 112, 105915 , 2024
    2024
    Citations: 38
  • Advances in the concept of functional foods and feeds: applications of cinnamon and turmeric as functional enrichment ingredients
    H Kumar, R Dhalaria, S Guleria, R Sharma, R Cimler, DS Dhanjal, ...
    Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition 65 (6), 1144-1162 , 2025
    2025
    Citations: 32
  • Mining microbial tapestry using high-throughput sequencing and In silico analysis of Trehalose synthase (TreS) derived from hot spring metagenome
    AK Wani, C Chopra, R Singh, S Ahmad, JHP Américo-Pinheiro
    Biocatalysis and Agricultural Biotechnology 52, 102829 , 2023
    2023
    Citations: 32