The talk was titled “From a Curious Mind to an Influential Scientist: Strategies for Impactful Research.”
He emphasized academic excellence, scientific integrity, and impactful research practices.
Addressed the issue of predatory publishing and guided researchers on identifying high-impact journals and avoiding cloned publications.
Demonstrated citation tools and journal verification platforms to safeguard research quality.
Shared achievements:
Over 12,000 citations
h-index of 51
More than 360 publications
Cumulative impact factor exceeding 1285
Highlighted his research contributions in psoriasis and breast cancer.
Recognized among the world’s top 2% highly cited researchers for five consecutive years by Stanford University.

Event attended by university leadership including Chancellor Dr. Zora Singh, Pro-Chancellor Dr. Tajinder Kaur, and Vice Chancellor Prof. Harsh Sadawarti.
Prof. Sharma is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Biology and the Royal Society of Chemistry, holds 23 patents, and has authored 19 books.
His journey from the University of Illinois at Chicago to a global biotechnology leader inspired aspiring researchers.

Renowned scientist Prof. Anil K. Sharma delivered a distinguished lecture at Desh Bhagat University, Mandi Gobindgarh, inspiring students and faculty with his insights on achieving impactful research. In his talk, “From a Curious Mind to an Influential Scientist,” he emphasized academic excellence, ethical publishing, and the importance of avoiding predatory journals by using proper verification tools. Drawing from his extensive career, marked by over 12,000 citations, numerous publications, and global recognition among the top 2% of researchers, he shared valuable lessons from his work in psoriasis and breast cancer research. The event, attended by senior university leadership, highlighted his remarkable journey and served as a motivating blueprint for aspiring scientists in India.