Dr. Anugya Agrawal is currently working as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Forensic Science, School of Forensic Science, Galgotias University. Prior to that she has worked as an Assistant Professor in the Dept. of Forensic Medicine, Manipal College of Medical Sciences, Pokhara, Nepal for more than 2 years. She has also worked as fraud analyst for more than 3 years in various finance companies. Dr. Anugya is dedicated to advancing the field of forensic science through both teaching and research. With a strong commitment towards teaching, she educates forensic science students, imparting essential knowledge and skills to the next generation of forensic experts. With a strong foundation in forensic methodologies and a commitment to academic excellence, she has contributed to the development of future forensic experts and the advancement of forensic science knowledge. She has guided many students for dissertation and currently supervising four Ph.D. students.
Professional Experience: 10+ yearsof teaching, industrial and research experience
Research:
- She has published 15 research papers in reputed journals including Scopus Indexed Journal and presented several papers at various International/ National conferences.
- Attended various FDPs, Workshops, and Training Programmes on different topics.
Area of Interest
- Forensic Toxicology
- Forensic Chemistry
- Crime Scene Investigation
- Forensic Odontology
Educational Qualifications:
Ph.D. in Forensic Science – 2012
Department of Forensic Medicine, Institute of Medical Sciences,
Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi
M.Sc. in Forensic Science – 2005
Department of Forensic Science, Institute of Basic Sciences,
Dr. B. R. Ambedkar University, Agra
B.Sc. (Zoology, Botany, Chemistry) – 2003
St. John's College, Dr. B. R. Ambedkar University, Agra
Postgraduate Diploma in Visual Art
Lalit Kala Sansthan, Dr. B. R. Ambedkar University, Agra
Diploma in Interactive Multimedia
Arena Multimedia, Agra
Awards and Achievements:
- Qualified UGC NET exam four times in Forensic Science (December 2005, December 2006 June 2007 December 2007)
- Developed e-content modules under e-pg pathshala (An MHRD project)
- Heavy metal poisoning: Lead, arsenic and mercury
- Explosives: classification, characteristics, IEDs, Examination of explosive residue in laboratory, Indian explosive act.
- Forensic Botany: Different botanical evidences of forensic significance
- Oral paper presentation in SCISUSTAIN 2025 International conference organized by Kalinga University Raipur.
- Invited as Guest speaker in the 3rd International Forensic Forum 2023 on October 20, 2023 organized by Sharda University.
- Received best paper presentation award in International Seminar on Ergonomics & Safety at Work (Ergonomics at Work) SESW 2009 held on 13th to 14th November, 2009 in Manipal College of Medical Sciences, Pokhara, Nepal
Research Publications:
- Shalinee Dwivedi, Anugya Agarwal, Pooja Kataria, Suneet Kumar. Analysis of Handwritings of Juveniles in Conflict with the Law: An Insight into Forensic Psychology. Indian journal of Forensic Medicine and Pathology. 2025; 18 (2)
- Anuj Sharma, Shivani Tyagi, Anugya Agrawal. Surface-Specific Performance of Metal and Metal Oxide Nanoparticles in Latent Fingerprint. Discover Nano. 2025 (Accepted)
- Shalinee Dwivedi, Anugya Agrawal, Anamika Das. Comparative Analysis of Handwriting: Juveniles in Observation Homes vs. Juveniles in NGOs and Schools. Journal of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology, Vol. 41(2), pp. 63–71, 2024.
- Achala Dwivedi, Shrisha Singhania, Lalit Chandrawanshi, Anugya Agrawal, Prashant Agrawal. Determination of the Concentration of Lead (Pb) in Blood and Urine in the Population Residing Near Yamuna Region of Delhi-NCR. Journal of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology, Vol. 41(2), pp. 206–212, 2024.
- Achala Dwivedi, Shrisha Singhania, Lalit Prasad Chandravanshi, Anugya Agrawal, Himanshu Yadav, Prashant Agrawal. Arsenic detection in blood and urine samples of different age groups in Delhi-NCR region nearby river Yamuna using Hydride generation atomic absorption spectrometry. Biochemical and Cellular Archives, Vol. 24(1), pp. 107–114, 2024.
Chaphu Chimyang, Prashant Agrawal, Sumit Bhateja, Anugya Agrawal, Lalit Chandravanshi, Sally Lukose. Study of Palatal Rugae Pattern in Student Population.
International Journal of Medical Toxicology & Legal Medicine, Vol. 27(1), pp. 75–79, 2024.
- Agrawal P, Mittal A, Prakash R, Kumar M, Tripathi S.K. Contamination of drinking water due to coal-based Thermal Power Plants in India. Environmental Forensics, Vol. 12(1), pp. 92–97, 2011.
- Agrawal P, Mittal A, Prakash R, Kumar M, Tripathi S.K. Assessment of contamination of soil due to heavy metals around coal-fired thermal power plants at Singrauli region of India.Bulletin of Environmental Contamination and Toxicology, 2010.
Mittal A, Agrawal P, Tripathi S, Singh T.B., Tripathi S.K.
Assessment of lead levels in maternal and cord blood at Jaunpur District of Uttar Pradesh, India.Nepal Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Vol. 5(2), pp. 32–37, 2010.
Mittal A, Agrawal P, Jain M, Basu S, Tripathi S.K.
Detailed method of analysis of Pb in blood with the help of Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometer. Medico Legal Update, Vol. 9(2), 2009.
Book Chapters:
- Forensic Ballistics-Introduction. Book: Forensic Ballistics: Science of Firearms and Ammunition in Criminal Investigation. Inlight Nature Publishing. ISBN 978-81-986590-8-8. 2025
- Nano Devices in Forensic Science.Book:Forensic Nanotechnology: The Contemporary Frontiers of Crime Investigation by Apple Academic Press (AAP) co publishing with CRC Press, Taylor & Francis group (under process)
- Ethical, Legal and Social Aspects of Nanotechnology.Book:Forensic Nanotechnology: The Contemporary Frontiers of Crime Investigation by Apple Academic Press (AAP) co publishing with CRC Press, Taylor & Francis group (under process)
- Application of Archaeological Technologies in Forensic Science.Book:Technology and Forensics: A Roadmap to Emerging areas in Forensic Science by Apple Academic Press (AAP) co publishing with CRC Press, Taylor & Francis group (under process)