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Current Postdoctoral Researchers

Dr. Eman Abdallah (Sudan)

B-Pharm and M-Pharm, University of Gezira, Sudan. PhD Pharmaceutics, UKZN, South Africa

"I’ve always loved pharmaceutics and drug delivery, and at NDDU I get to turn that passion into purpose. I truly enjoy exploring how pharmaceutical technology can help solve real-world global health challenges, it’s exciting, meaningful, and exactly where I want to be!"


Current Research assistant

Dr. Mohammed Mohammed (Sudan)

B-Pharm & M-Pharm, University of Khartoum, Sudan. PhD Pharmaceutics, UKZN, South Africa

“During my PhD at NDDU, I greatly valued the supportive, collaborative, and friendly environment, which played a key role in shaping my research journey. I am delighted to continue contributing to this vibrant community as a Research Assistant, where the spirit of teamwork and encouragement continues to thrive”.


Current Doctoral students

Abdelrahman Elhassan (Sudan)

B-Pharm, University of Khartoum. M-Pharm, National Ribat Univerity, Sudan

“I enjoy the NDDU lab because it allows me to explore innovative solutions to real-world health problems. The hands-on experiments and discoveries under Prof Thirumala's mentorship fuel my passion for advancing drug delivery and patient care”.

Vincent Obaga Nyandoro (Kenya)

M-Pharm, University of Jos, Nigeria

“As a PhD student in the Novel Drug Delivery Unit (NDDU), I’m passionate about developing antibiotic-loaded nanocarriers to treat bacterial infections and sepsis. I enjoy the hands-on formulation and characterization of nanosystems, and the opportunity to translate scientific concepts into impactful therapies. Being part of an innovative team drives me to think creatively and contribute to the future of healthcare”.

Sbongumusa Dlamini (South Africa)

B. Med science (Anatomy), M. Med science (Pharmaceutics), UKZN, South Africa.

"Being part of this group has been an enriching experience, allowing me to deepen my knowledge and refine my strengths".

Ronald Wandera (Kenya)

B-Pharm & M-Pharm, the University of Nairobi, Kenya.

“The Novel Drug Delivery Unit at the University of KwaZulu-Natal stands out for its excellence in Pharmaceutics and cutting-edge research. I am particularly inspired by Prof. Thirumala Govender’s work on nano drug delivery systems for bacterial sepsis, which closely aligns with my interests. Contributing to her team’s research or pursuing new projects under her guidance greatly appeals to me.”

Current masters students

Relebohile Mautsoe (Lesotho)

B-Pharm, National University of Lesotho, Lesotho

“The supportive leadership, strong teamwork and advanced lab equipment strengthened my desire to pursue my studies within NDDU rather than in any other lab”.

Kiara Singh (South Africa)

B-Med Science Honour’s (Physiology), UKZN, South Africa

“The lab has a supportive group that has taught me new skills and techniques allowing me to become confident in a lab environment”.

Jasoda Govender (South Africa)

Bachelor of Science Honours (Biochemistry), UKZN, South Africa

“NDDU experience provided me with not only professional growth, newfound knowledge and invaluable skills but also the joy of forging genuine friendships with like minds”.

some alumni from the group

postdoctoral fellows:

1. Dr. Rahul Kalhapure

Current Position-Formulation Scientist

Odin Pharmaceuticals

300 Franklin Square Dr Somerset, NJ 08873

2. Dr. Mahantesh Jadhav

Current Position-Dy Manager Process Intensification Department

Hikal Itd R and T, Center Pune

3A, Rajiv Gandhi international biotech park, Hinjewadi

Pune Maharashtra Pin-411057

India

3. Dr. Hezekiel Khumalo

Current Position-Senior Lecture

School of Health Sciences, Discipline of Medical Biochemistry

University of KwaZulu Natal

Private Bag X 54001

Durban 4000

KwaZulu Natal

South Africa

4. Dr. Suresh Babu Vepuri

Current Position- Reference Standard Scientist

United States Pharmacopeia, USP-India

IKP Knowledge Park, Genome Valley, Shamirpet, Turkapally Village

Medchal District | Hyderabad- 500 101 | Telengana

India

5. Dr. Ayman Y. Waddad

Current Position- Assistant professor of Pharmaceutics

Department of Pharmaceutics

Faculty of Pharmacy

University of Gezira

Sudan

6. Dr. Ramesh Gannimani

Current Position- Assistant Manager

Central Analytical Laboratory

Micro Labs Limited, Bengaluru

India

 

phd students:

1. Dr Mbuso Faya

Current Position-Lecturer

University of KwaZulu Natal (Westville Campus)

300 Franklin Square Dr Somerset, NJ 08873

2. Dr Sandeep J.Sonawane

Current Position-Project Manager

Welnnovate Biosolutions Pvt. Ltd, BS-5, 900 NIP, NCL Innovation park 

Dr. Homi Bhaba road, Pashan, Pune

India

3. Dr Calvin A Omoto

Current Position-Assistant professor pharmaceutics

Chair of department pharmaceutics and pharmacy practice,

United states international university africa

4. Dr Dhiraj R Sikwal

Current Position-Senior Executive

F&D, complex injectables, pharmaceutical technology centre

Moraiya, gujarat 382210

5. Dr Pacan Walvekar

Current Position-Assistant professor, department of pharmaceutics

SET’s College of pharmacy, dharwad kamataka

India

6. Dr Sanjeev Rambharose

Current Position-Senior Lecturer

Institution: Division of emergency medicine

Department of surgery

F51-62, old main building, Groote Schuur Hospital

Faculty of health sciences

University of cape town observatory 7925

Cape town

South Africa

7. Eman Elhassan

Current Position-Assistant professor

Department of Pharmaceutics

Faculty of Pharmacy

University of Gezira

Sudan

8. Usri Ibrahim

Current Postion-Postdoctoral fellow

UKZN

South Africa

Masters:

1. Danford Mhule

Current Position-Chief Pharmacist

UWATA Hospital , P.O box 1846 Mbeya

Tanzania

2. Elsabe Jones

Current Position-Manufacturing Manager (Production Pharmacist)

Cipla Medpro Manufacturing, 1474 South Coast Rand, mobeni 4052

South Africa

3. Ellen Kalesi Gondwe Mhango

Current Position-Lecture

University  of Malawi (UNIMA)

College of Medicine (COM) P/Bag 360

Chirchiri, Blantyre 3

Malawi

4. Mahir Mohamed

Current Position-Lecturer

Department of Pharmacology

Faculty of Pharmacy

University of Khartoum

Sudan