⏳ Development of plant-derived extracellular vesicles as targeted nanocarriers for PSMA-mediated synergistic photodynamic and photothermal therapy

Plant-Derived Extracellular Vesicles for PSMA-Targeted Synergistic Photodynamic and Photothermal Therapy of Castration-Resistant Prostate Cancer

Funding: ANRF (2025–2028) – ₹40,00,000

Investigators: Dr. Nidhi Srivastava (PI) 

⏳ Development of PSMA-targeted antibody-drug conjugates to improve treatment outcomes in castration-resistant prostate cancer.

PSMA-Targeted Antibody-Drug Conjugates for Synergistic Photodynamic and Photothermal Therapy of Castration-Resistant Prostate Cancer

Funding: ANRF (2025–2028) – ₹39,00,000

Investigators: Dr. Nidhi Srivastava (Co-PI) 

⏳ Nano-Spray Development from Bell Pepper Stalks

Design and development of a nano-spray using unutilized stalks of Capsicum annuum L. for post-harvest crop management.

Funding: UPCST, U.P. (2024–2026) – ₹12,50,000/-

Investigators: Dr. Nidhi Srivastava (PI) 

⏳ Guanidine-Modified Molecules Against Drug-Resistant Bacteria

Development of guanidine-modified small molecules targeting ESKAPE pathogens through synthesis, nucleic acid binding, and antimicrobial evaluation.

Funding: UPCST, U.P. (2024–2026) – ₹11,00,000/-

Investigators: Dr. Nidhi Srivastava (Co-PI) 

⏳ Berberine-Mediated Protection in BPA-Induced Nephrotoxicity

Targeting the Nrf2-ARE stress response to suppress ferroptosis and mitochondrial dysfunction in BPA-induced kidney damage using Berberine.

Funding: UPCST, U.P. (2024–2026) – ₹11,00,000/-

Investigators: Dr. Nidhi Srivastava (Co-PI) 

⏳ Therapeutic Role of Capsicum annuum in Arsenic-Induced POI
      Investigating the potential of Capsicum annuum ethanolic extract in mitigating arsenic-induced premature ovarian insufficiency (POI). 
      Funding: UPCST, U.P. (2024–2026) – ₹11,50,000/-
      Investigators: Dr. Nidhi Srivastava (Co-PI)

⏳ Exosomes in Wound Healing: From Diabetes to Trauma

Deciphering the enigmatic role of exosomes in tissue repair and regeneration across diabetic and traumatic wound models.

Funding: NIPER-Raebareli Innovation Grant (2023–2024) – ₹5,00,000/-

Investigators: Dr. Nidhi Srivastava (PI) 

⏳ Micro/Nano Plastic-Degrading Bacteria: Isolation & Characterization

Isolation and detailed characterization of bacterial species capable of degrading micro and nano plastics.

Funding: NIPER-Raebareli Innovation Grant (2023–2024) – ₹5,00,000/-

Investigators: Dr. Nidhi Srivastava (PI) 

⏳ Immunological & Biophysical Characterization of Exosomes

Proof-of-concept study for simultaneous immunological and biophysical analysis of exosomes.

Funding: NIPER-Raebareli Innovation Grant (2023–2024) – ₹5,00,000/-

Investigators: Dr. Nidhi Srivastava (PI) 

⏳ Organic Novel Dermal Patch & Herbal Powder for Diabetic Wound Healing

Development of herbal-based dermal patch and powder formulations to enhance diabetic wound repair.

Funding: NIPER-Raebareli Innovation Grant (2023–2024) – ₹5,00,000/-

Investigators: Dr. Nidhi Srivastava (PI) 

Proteomics to Improve Quality Traits in Chickpea Cultivars

Applying proteomics approaches to enhance agronomic and nutritional traits in chickpea varieties.

Funding: MPCST, Bhopal, M.P. (2005–2007) – ₹5,00,000/-

Investigators: Dr. Nidhi Srivastava (PI), Dr. Sameer S. Bhagyawant 

In-vitro Enhancement of Secondary Metabolites in Papaya Callus Culture
      Studying anti-hyperglycemic, antioxidant, and antimicrobial activity via callus culture metabolite enhancement.
      Funding: UGC, New Delhi (2010–2013) – ₹10,50,000/-
      Investigators: Dr. Nidhi Srivastava (PI), Dr. Vinay Sharma