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Hire Dr. Salma B.

India

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PhD Biotechnology Scientist | Pharmacognosy & Botanical Drug Development Consultant

Profile Summary

Integrated Product Development: Leading holistic R&D strategy for aphrodisiacs, cosmetics, and nutraceuticals, integrating phytochemistry, preclinical studies, and CMC (Chemistry, Manufacturing, and Controls). Phytochemistry & Analytical Science: Expert in botanical extraction, compound isolation, standardization, and method development (HPLC, GC-MS) to ensure product authenticity, purity, and potency. Preclinical & Clinical De-risking: Designing and overseeing studies to validate efficacy and safety, building a robust scientific dossier to support clinical claims and regulatory submissions. Regulatory Strategy & Compliance: Proven navigation of key regulatory milestones (e.g., IND/NDA pathways) for natural products, ensuring alignment with FDA and other international standards. Scale-Up & Tech Transfer: Managing the seamless transition of laboratory-scale innovations to GMP production, including technology transfer to manufacturing partners (CMOs). I have hands-on experience scaling formulations for production. Business & Portfolio Leadership: Combining deep scientific rigor with sharp business acumen to optimize development resources, secure investor funding, and maximize portfolio value. Proven Track Record of Delivery: As Owner & Head of Scientific Team at ZN Herbal Products: Directed the entire scientific pipeline, leading to the successful development and market launch of an herbal toothpaste line and other cosmetic products. As R&D Manager at Herbal Planet Pvt Ltd.: Executed the end-to-end development of "Herbal Erectogen," managing the project from initial concept and R&D through to final production and launch. As Scientist at Nisarg Biosciences: Specialized in the formulation of herbal cosmetics and successfully scaled up the processes for commercial manufacturing. I am passionate about partnering with startups, established companies, and investors to transform innovative ideas into successful, science-backed products. If you are looking for an expert to lead, advise, or execute on your natural product development project, I can provide the strategic and technical leadership to ensure its success. Let's connect to discuss how I can help de-risk and accelerate your product development journey.

Subject Matter Expertise

• ☆ Drug Discovery
• ☆ Drug Design
• ☆ Drug Development
• ☆ Drug Formulation
• ☆ Biosafety Testing
• ☆ Preclinical ADME/PK/PD
• ☆ Drug-Drug Interactions
• ☆ Preclinical Research
• ☆ Preclinical Pharmacology
• ☆ In vitro Preclinical Toxciology
• ☆ In vivo Preclinical Toxicology
• ☆ Investigational New Drug (IND) Application Consulting
• ☆ Drug Efficacy Testing
• ☆ Bioavailability

Services

• Consulting
• Product Development

Consulting Healthcare Consulting, Scientific and Technical Consulting, Manufacturing Consulting

Product Development Formulation, Recipe Development, Stability/Shelf Life Testing, Product Evaluation, Product Validation, Manufacturing, Quality Assurance & Control (QA/QC), Product Compliance , Concept Development, Product Launch Support, Reverse Engineering

Work Experience

Owner and Head Scientist

ZN Herbal Products

April 2021 - Present

Sole Proprietor

ZN Herbal Products

November 2020 - Present

Manager

Herbal Planet Pvt Ltd

March 2017 - March 2021

Scientist

Nisarg Biosciences

March 2016 - February 2017

Education

Ph.D. Biotechnology

Dravidian University - India

February 2010 - July 2015

PhD (Biotechnology)

Dravidian University

February 2010 - July 2015

Certifications

• Biotechnology Industry Knowledge

  Dravidian University

  February 2010 - Present

Publications

JOURNAL ARTICLE

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