Shrikant Mahadev Darekar

Dr. Shrikant Mahadev Darekar

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Research Focus & Metrics

Academic Career Length

3Years (2024-Present)

(Calculated once Scilit publication data is synced: current year − year of first publication + 1)

Representative Publications

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7 November 2024 in Journal of Polymers and the Environment
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Sudarshan SinghSudarshan Singh
Sudarshan Singh
DSDwi Marlina Dwi Marlina Syukri
Dwi Marlina Dwi Marlina Syukri
YUYogesh V. Ushir
Yogesh V. Ushir
AMAchal Mishra
Achal Mishra
JOJulalak chorachoo Ontong
Julalak chorachoo Ontong
CCChuda Chittasupho
Chuda Chittasupho

20 August 2025 in International Journal of Environmental Sciences
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SWSandesh Rangnath Wayal
Sandesh Rangnath Wayal
SBSonali Ankush Barke
Sonali Ankush Barke
SDShrikant Mahadev Darekar
Shrikant Mahadev Darekar
AJAnbhule Sachin Jalindar
Anbhule Sachin Jalindar
NGNitin M. Gawai
Nitin M. Gawai
JRJEEVAN RAMESHWAR RAJGURU
JEEVAN RAMESHWAR RAJGURU
This study reports the formulation and evaluation of two nano-delivery systems – currant-derived polyphenol-loaded polymeric nanoparticles and phytosome complexes – designed to enhance antioxidant delivery. Currant (Ribes spp.) extracts, rich in anthocyanins and other polyphenols, were encapsulated into biodegradable polymeric nanoparticles (NP) and phosphatidylcholine-based phytosomes. Both formulations were characterized for particle size, polydispersity, zeta potential, and encapsulation efficiency. In vitro assays (DPPH, ABTS) demonstrated that both systems preserved and, in some cases, enhanced the radical-scavenging activity of currant antioxidants. Release studies showed a sustained release profile for NP versus a more rapid release from phytosomes (Figure 1). Simulated in vivo bioavailability testing (rodent plasma levels) suggested that both systems significantly improved anthocyanin stability and absorption relative to free extract. Importantly, the novel currant-phytosome showed comparable antioxidant efficacy to the NP system while offering a simpler formulation approach and high entrapment of water-soluble anthocyanins. These findings highlight the potential of currant-based nanoformulations for nutraceutical and pharmaceutical antioxidant delivery.