Mr. Rahul Darunde

• Ph.D. in Forensic Science [Pursuing], Medicaps University, Indore, M.P.
• M.Sc. in Forensic Science, Govt. Institute of Forensic Science, Nagpur, RTMNU, 2015-2017
• B.Sc. in Forensic Science, Govt. Institute of Forensic Science, Nagpur, RTMNU, 2012-2015
• LLB, Dr. Ambedkar College, Nagpur, RTMNU, 2019-2022
• PG Diploma in Analytical Chemistry, IGNOU, 2022

• Scientific Officer, Truth Labs, Mumbai. [17/07/2017 to 02/01/2018]
• Assistant Chemical Analyser, Regional Forensic Science Laboratory, Nagpur [3/01/2018 to 02/12/2018]
• Assistant Professor, Govt. Institute of Forensic Science, Nagpur [08/12/2018 to 30/03/2020]
• Assistant Professor, G. H. Raisoni University, Saikheda, M.P. [06/08/2019 to 18/10/2020]
• Assistant Professor, G. H. Raisoni University, Amravati, Maharashtra [19/10/2020 to 17/08/2022
• Assistant Professor, Kalinga University, Raipur, C.G. [22/08/2022 to 29/10/2022]
• Assistant Professor, Medicaps University, Indore, M.P. [ 01/11/2022 to 27/06/2025]
• Assistant Professor, JSPM University, 01/07/2025 to Present

• Fingerprint Examination
• Questioned Document Examination
• Criminal and Forensic Psychology
• Crime Scene Investigation

• Published a Book Chapter titled “Carbon Dots and Dermatoglyphics: A Short Review of Advances in Forensic Analysis” in a book titled “Digitalization for Inclusiveness, Innovation and Sustainability: Opportunities and Challenges” published by Excellent Publishers (ISBN: 978-93-94174-75-7)
• Published a research article titled “A Mathematical Modelling for Three-Factor Quantum Biometric Authentication Using Machine Learning, Double-Layer Encryption, Cryptographic Algorithms” in a journal “Communications on Applied Nonlinear Analysis” https://doi.org/10.52783/cana.v32.1617
• Published a book chapter titled “Evidence and Identification” in a book titled “Fundamentals of Forensic Biology” published by “Springer Nature Singapore” https://doi.org/10.1007/978-981-99-3161-3_31
• Published a book chapter titled “Psychological Impact of Wrongfully Accused and False Convictions in Sexual Assault Cases: A Systematic Literature Review” in a book “Industry 5.0 and Paradigm Shift: Emerging Challenges” (ISBN: 978-93-90951-50-5)
• Published an article on “Social media distancing: a necessary prevention against cyber-crime” for Kalinga plus online platform, Kalinga University, Raipur, C.G. (11 October 2022).

Patents:

• Published a design patent on “Fingerprint detecting bamboo white ash powder brush” on 04^th July 2024.
• Published a UK design patent on “Smart device for crime scene investigation” on 09^th February 2024.
• Published a design patent on “QR Code Generation Device for Tagging Crime Scene Area Using Inbuilt Camera” on 11^th May 2023.

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• Received “Meritorious Faculty of the year” award at SPANDAN 2025, Medicaps Unversity, Indore on 29th March 2025
• Selected for “Award of Fellowship” under the scheme of NFSC, Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India on 8th February 2023.

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• Forensic Dermatoglyphics
• Questioned Document Examination
• Forensic Psychology
• Crime and Society
• Forensic Medicine and Medical Jurisprudence
• Forensic Ballistics
• Forensic Physics
• Crime Scene Investigation
• Forensic Chemistry

• Delivered an expert lecture and hands on training on topic “Advanced practical aspects in forensic science: Examination of Security Documents” in SAGE winter school program of SAGE University, Indore.
• Conducted a Pre-Placement Activity for the students of B.Sc. Forensic Science (Final year) Medicaps University, Indore. (2023)
• Organised and delivered a Value-Added Course (VAC) on topic “Technological Advancements in Forensic Science” for the students of “Institute for Excellence in Higher Education, Bhopal” and “Govt. Holkar Science College, Indore” (29th July 2024 to 19th August 2024)
• Training and Internship to the students of Govt. Holkar Science College, Indore as an external guide for their final year project. (2023)

• Completed one-week Faculty Development Programme on “Nanotechnology and its applications” from November 22^nd – 26^th April 2024 organised by Department of Chemistry in the Collaboration with CSI (Chromatographic Society of India) SVVV, Indore, M.P.
• Completed one month foundation certificate course on “Forensic Medicine and Human Identification” from 2^nd – 30^th October 2023 organised by SIFS India Pvt. Ltd. Delhi.
• Completed UGC approved short term Faculty Development Programme on” Implementation of NEP 2020 for University and College Teachers” from 12^th – 20^th June 2023 organised by IGNOU, Staff Training and Research Institute of Distance Education, New Delhi.
• Completed one month foundation certificate course on “Forensic Chemistry and Toxicology” from 2^nd – 30^th June 2023 organised by SIFS India Pvt. Ltd. Delhi.
• Completed one-week Faculty Development Programme on “Spectroscopic and Chromatographic Techniques” from November 24^th – 28^th April 2023 organised by Department of Chemistry in the Collaboration with CSI (Chromatographic Society of India) SVVV, Indore, M.P.
• Completed one-week Faculty Development Programme on “Foundations of Chromatography” from November 29^th – December 5^th 2022 organised by Department of Forensic Science, Medi-Caps University, Indore, M.P.
• Completed 5 days National Workshop on “Learning Management System (LMS): A Step to Flexible Learning” from November 7^th – November 11^th 2022 organised by Centre for Internal Quality Assurance (CIQA), Madhya Pradesh Bhoj (Open) University, Bhopal, M.P.
• Completed one-week online Faculty Development Programme on “FORENSIC DOCUMENT EXAMINATION: PRINCIPLES AND PRACTICES” from august 07^th – august 11^th 2020 organised by Shree Vaishnav Institute of Forensic Science, Shree Vaishnav Vidyapeeth Vishwavidyalaya, Indore, M.P.
• Completed two weeks online Faculty Development Programme on “MANAGING ONLINE CLASSES and CO-CREATING MOOCS” from April 20^th – May 6^th 2020 organised by RAMANUJAN COLLEGE, University of Delhi Under PMMMNMTT scheme of MINISTRY OF HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT.
• Completed one-week online Faculty Development Programme on “OPEN-SOURCE TOOLS FOR RESEARCH” from June 08^th – June 14^th 2020 organised by RAMANUJAN COLLEGE, University of Delhi Under PMMMNMTT scheme of MINISTRY OF HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT.
• One-week Short Term Training Program (STTP) on ADVANCED RESEARCH METHODOLOGY organised by REST SOCIETY FOR RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL from 11^th May 2020 to 15^th May 2020.
• Completed one-week “All India forensic investigator training” organised by SIFS India Pvt. Ltd. at Delhi. (3^rd July 2023 – 8^th July 2023)
• Participated in a Lecture Series on Forensic Odontology organised by Department of Oral Medicine and Radiology, Teerthankar Mahaveer Dental College and Research Centre in association with Indo Pacific Academy of Forensic Odontology and Association Forensic Odontology of Human Rights conducted on 18^th may 2020 to 22^nd May 2020.
• A three-day hands-on National level Workshop on 3D Printing, Forensic Odontology, Forensic Microscopy and Fingerprints organised by Department of Forensic Science, Government Institute of Forensic Science, Nagpur on 6^th 7^th and 9^th march 2020
• One month training at “Regional Forensic Science Laboratory” Nagpur. (1^st_30^th June 2017)
• Participated in National Level Forensic Expo organised by Govt. Institute of Forensic Science & Special IGP office Nagpur Range in association with cloud Forensic Technologies Nagpur (9 Feb- 10 Feb 2017)
• Participated in the course “Chemometrics and Liquid Chromatographic Method Development” Organised by Department of Criminology and Forensic Science, Dr. Harisingh Gour Vishwavidyalaya, Sagar (M.P.) 6^th – 11^th June 2016
• Training on sophisticated instruments (Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometer, UV-Vis Spectrophotometer, Flame Photometry etc.) at Nilawar Laboratories, Nagpur. (6^th April 2017)
• Participated in Two Days University Level Seminar on “Spectroscopy” Organised by Chemistry and Physics Department, Institute of Science, Nagpur (21^th – 22^rd 2017)
• Presented a paper titled “Carbon Dots and Dermatoglyphics: A Short Review of Advances in Forensic Analysis” at SANMANTRANA 2025, A Multi-Disciplinary International Congress on “Digitalization for Inclusiveness, Innovation and Sustainability: Opportunities and Challenges” organized by Shri Vaishnav Vidyapeeth Vishwavidyalaya, Indore in association with St. Cloud State University, USA. (12th -14th February 2025)
• Presented a paper titled “Sustainable Nanotechnology in Forensics: The Role of Green Carbon Dots in Fingerprint Development” at 5th International Conference on Forensic Science organized by Sherlock Institute of Forensic Science, Delhi (11th – 13th December 2024)
• Presented a paper titled “Silent Victims: Understanding the Unseen Challenges Faced by Families of Accused Individuals Post-Crime” at SANMANTRANA-2024, A Multi-disciplinary International Congress on “Innovations and Technological Interventions for Sustainability: Emerging Challenges” organized by Shri Vaishnav Vidyapeeth Vishwavidyalaya, Indore in association with Cloud State University, USA. (31^st January – 2^nd February 2024)
• Presented a paper titled “Psychological Impact of Wrongfully Accused & False Convictions in Sexual Assault Cases: A Systematic Literature Review” at SANMANTRANA-2023, A Multi-disciplinary International Congress on “Industry 5.0 and Paradigm Shift: Emerging Challenges” organized by Shri Vaishnav Vidyapeeth Vishwavidyalaya, Indore in association with Cloud State University, USA. (1 February – 3 February 2023)
• Presented a Poster entitled “Determinants of Crime: Mental Disorders Vs Other Causes of Crime” at an International Conference on recent advances in life sciences for betterment of environment and human health (ICRALBEH-2019) & 8^th annual session of society of life sciences held at Govt. Holkar Science College, Indore (M.P) (14 December- 15 December 2019)
• Participated in UGC sponsored national conference on Indian Heritage in Chemistry (IHC 2018) held at Nagpur (27 March 2018)
• Participated in a state level symposium on “Law against self-incrimination (Narco-analysis), Brain Mapping and Men’s rea and general exceptions to IPC” held at Nagpur (9 December 2017)
• Presented a paper entitled “Assessment of the criminal responsibility of a person and the challenges faced to prove it” at one day National Conference on “Forensic Science: An interface between Science, Law and Justice held at Nagpur (23 December 2017)

• Qualified UGC-NET in Forensic Science conducted by National Testing Agency (NTA) (2019, 2020, 2022)
• Qualified MH-SET in forensic Science conducted by Savitribai Phule Pune University (2019)
• Qualified F-PACT (Forensic Psychology Aptitude and Caliber Test) in Forensic Psychology conducted by National Forensic Sciences University, Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India. (2019)
• Qualified AIBE XVII (All India Bar Examination) conducted by Bar Council of India (2023)

• Office Address: JSPM University Pune Gat No. 719/1 & 719/2, Nagar Road, Wagholi, Pune-412207
• Email: rrd.sfos@jspmuni.ac.in 

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