The company is based on dedicated Scientific Team which has an experience of 40 years in the Field of Agricultural, Pharmaceutical, Chemical, Biological, Pharmacological & Toxicological, Microbiological, Chemical Engineering. A group of seasoned professionals who are technically experts in the field of Analytical Instruments, experienced in multi-national ambiance; having authority in Complete Drug Discovery Program [Chemical, Biological, Pharmaceutical, Pharmacological (Preclinical and Clinical)]; specialist in Bulk and Finished Product manufacturing industries.
Dr. Aminul Islam is a highly esteemed scientist and the Director at Alona Life Sciences. With over two decades of experience in the biotech industry, Dr. Islam has played a key role in numerous groundbreaking discoveries and is renowned for his expertise in Product research and Development. His leadership and vision drive our research efforts towards innovative solutions that address critical challenges in the field of life sciences. Dr. Islam's wealth of knowledge and passion for scientific advancements make him an invaluable asset to our team and contribute greatly to our mission.
Dr. Subhalakshmi Ghosh, an accomplished researcher and Director at Alona Life Sciences. With more than 20 years of experience and her deep understanding of the intersection between science and industry has led to the successful commercialization of several life-altering products. Dr. Ghosh's strategic mindset and ability to identify market opportunities drive our efforts in translating scientific breakthroughs into practical applications that positively impact society. She is a key contributor to our mission of improving lives worldwide through transformative technologies.
Mr. Soumyaraj Chakraborty, an experienced marketing professional with a track record of success in driving revenue growth and market share expansion. With his strategic thinking and keen understanding of consumer behavior, he leads our marketing efforts to effectively communicate the value and benefits of our innovative products to our target audience. Mr. Chakraborty's ability to build strong partnerships and his passion for connecting with customers contribute significantly to our mission of improving lives through our transformative technologies.
Dr. (Mrs.) Banasri Hazra - an alumnus of Presidency College - post-graduated from Calcutta University with specialisation in Organic Chemistry, and obtained a Ph. D. (Science) degree from Jadavpur University, Kolkata. After working in Escon Consultants Pvt. Ltd. as a ‘Technologist’ (1974-79), Dr. Hazra served at the Department of Pharmaceutical Technology, Jadavpur University since 1983 under the aegis of University Grants Commission (UGC), New Delhi, till her retirement in 2016 as a UGC Research Scientist (Professor Grade). Her research focused on isolation of anticancer compounds from traditional medicinal plants, followed by chemical synthesis of their analogues and concomitant pharmacological studies of the bioactive phytochemicals. Additionally, she explored natural products to discover their novel activities against microorganisms and vector-borne parasitic diseases like leishmaniasis, and studied the role of plant products to deal with emerging issues of antibiotic resistance. More than one hundred scientific papers have been contributed by her research group and published in internationally acclaimed journals and book chapters. She had travelled far and wide to attend more than fifty scientific conferences and delivered invited talks at reputed institutions at home and abroad. Dr. Hazra received prestigious ‘Visiting Professorship’ awards at King’s College, London, Hadassah Medical Organization, Jerusalem, and University of Würzburg, Germany. She is an Hon. Member of Alumni Association of London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, a Life Member of Association of UICC Fellows (Union for International Cancer Control), Geneva, and acted as a long-standing External Examiner / Assessor of Ph. D. Thesis / Faculty Selection at University of Malaya, Kuala Lumpur.
Presently, Dr. Hazra is an Associate Editor in ‘Ethnopharmacology section’ in Frontiers in Pharmacology, and serves in the Editorial Board of Phytotherapy Research, and the Asian Network of Research on Antidiabetic Plants (ANRAP). Dr. Hazra received the IFS Silver Jubilee award in 1999, and eventually acted as a Member of the Scientific Advisory Committee of International Foundation for Science (IFS), Sweden, in recognition of her contribution in natural products research.
Swapan Kumar Hazra is a well-known Industry Professional. He has over 50 years’ experience in the Petrochemical, Oil & Gas Industries and worked for major Multinational and Indian Companies as, Aker Solution (earlier known as Davy Powergas), Engineers India Ltd., ICI India, Union Carbide Plant Mumbai (after the takeover by Indian Management), Aegis Group in India. He worked in senior positions as General Manager, Vice President, and finally CEO & Managing Director. He was CEO of Aegis Group for nearly 20 years. Post-retirement from Aegis Group he joined Powergas UK Group, as Chairman Gas Business in West Africa (2010-15) and was instrumental in setting up several units there.
Mr.Hazra has an Honours Degree in Mech. Engg. from Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Kharagpur. and holds a Post-Graduation Diploma in Business Management (AIMA) New Delhi.
He was active in various Industry associations, such as President of the Indian LP Gas Association (ILPGA) and Chairman SHE of the Indian Chemical Council (ICC). He had organized as well as made presentations in several Workshops and seminars in India and overseas.
He had been a nominated expert in his field by the Indian and Canadian Governments.& US NFPA (National Fire Protection Association).