Muhammed Majeed
| Muhammed Majeed | |
|---|---|
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| Born | 1948 |
| 🏳️ Nationality | American |
| 🎓 Alma mater | Government Medical College, Thiruvananthapuram Long Island University, New York St. John's University, New York |
| 💼 Occupation | Founder and Chairman of Sami-Sabinsa group |
| 🏅 Awards | Ellis Island Medal of Honor (2004) New Hope Network - Hall of Legends (2016) NutraChampion (2018) |
| 🌐 Website | www |
Muhammed Majeed, PhD (born 1948) is an American scientist, philanthropist and entrepreneur.[1] He is the founder and Chairman of the Sami-Sabinsa group, a multinational manufacturer, supplier and marketer of nutraceutical ingredients and standardized herbal extracts.[2]
Early life and education[edit]
Dr. Muhammed Majeed was born to Mrs. Fathima Beevi and Mr. Majeed in Kollam district in Kerala, India. He lost his father at the age of 12, and his mother was his main influence, fostering his commitment to education.[3]
Dr. Majeed received his undergraduate degree in pharmacy from the Government Medical College, Thiruvananthapuram in 1973. After working for a short period in Thiruvananthapuram, in 1975 he emigrated to the United States. He obtained his Master's degree in Industrial Pharmacy from the Long Island University, New York in 1980. He also pursued his doctorate in Industrial Pharmacy at St. John’s University, New York, graduating in 1986 while working for pharmaceutical companies such as Pfizer, Carter-Wallace, and Paco Research.[4]
Career[edit]
In 1988, Dr. Majeed established Sabinsa Corporation in the state of New Jersey with the objective of importing and marketing generic drugs into the US for the drug molecules coming off patent.[3][5] Soon afterwards, he introduced into the US market a new line of products based on Indian botanicals. In 1991, he returned to India and established Sami Labs at Singasandra in Bengaluru as a research and development facility. Majeed reverse merged Sabinsa Corporation with Sami Labs to be the sales and marketing arm of the organization. Dr. Majeed holds close to 200 US and international patents, and several more in process.[6]
In 2010, Dr. Majeed founded a direct marketing entity called Sami Direct directly offering clinically approved nutraceutical products.[5] In 2015, Dr. Majeed also introduced the premium beauty brand through Sami Direct called Johara Cosmetics.[7]
Philanthropic activities[edit]
The Dr. Majeed Foundation was launched in 2004 to educate underprivileged children. This foundation supports children from poor families for their education. The foundation also supports schools, colleges and training institutions which require financial aid to run efficiently, in addition to events associated with creating awareness in areas of human rights, civil rights, and social progress.
Awards & recognition[edit]
Dr. Majeed is credited with playing a significant role in shaping the nutraceutical industry in the United States. He was honored for his pioneering role in building the nutraceuticals industry as he was inducted into the Hall of Legends at Natural Products Expo.[8][9]
- Ellis Island Medal of Honor[10]
- Daniel B. Stateman Award
- Hall Of Legends at Natural Products Expo West in Anaheim California by New Hope Network
- Lifetime Achievement Award by the Indian American Kerala Cultural And Civic Center (IAKCCC)[4]
- NutraChampion, Nutra Ingredients Awards 2018[11]
Selected publications[edit]
Dr. Majeed has to his credit approx. 175 articles published in his name, 15 books authored by him and 4 book chapters to date.
- Majeed, Muhammed; Nujoma, Yvonne; Badmaev, Vladimir; Prakash, Lakshmi (1996). Boswellin® - The anti-inflammatory phytonutrient. NutriScience Publishers. ISBN 978-0964785618. Search this book on
- Majeed, Muhammed; Prakash, Lakshmi (1998). LactoSpore® - Lactic acid Bacillus - Lactobacillus sporogenes. NutriScience Publishers. ISBN 978-0964785649. Search this book on
- Majeed, Muhammed; Badmaev, Vladimir; Prakash, Lakshmi (1999-06-01). Bioperine: Nature's Own Thermonutrient and Natural Bioavailability Enhancer (First ed.). Nutriscience Publishers. ISBN 9780964785663. Search this book on
- Majeed, Muhammed; Majeed, Anju; B. Aggarwal, Bharat; Nagabhushanam, Kalyanam; Pande, Anurag; Vaidyanathan, Priti; Nayak, Mahadeva; Bani, Sarang; Pandey, Anjali (2015-10-23). Curry Powder to Clinical Significance. NutriScience Publishers. Search this book on
- Majeed, Muhammed; Nagabhushanam, Kalyanam; Mundkur, Lakshmi; Thazhathidath, Smitha; Paschapur, Mahesh; Manoharan, Samuel T. (2017). BioPerine®—Nature's Own Supernutrient, Bioavailability Enhancer and Thermonutrient (First ed.). NutriScience Publishers. ISBN 9780988320925. ASIN 0988320924. Search this book on
References[edit]
- ↑ Mathew, Akhel (23 November 2017). "Kerala scientist blends Arabic, Indian medicines for global market". GulfNews. Retrieved 2018-07-24.
- ↑ Koul, Rahul (August 2016). "Despite economic slowdown, the wellness industry continues to be resilient". Joomag. Retrieved 2018-07-24.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 Srinivasa, Kavitha (2012-04-20). "Dr Muhammed Majeed:Bridging Ayurveda and Modern Medicine". Kavitha Srinivasa. Retrieved 2018-07-24.
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 "Sami Sabinsa founder receives recognition by IAKCCC". Nuffoods Spectrum. 15 November 2017. Retrieved 2018-07-24.
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 Akhter, Shahid (30 June 2016). "'The scientific credentials of Ayurveda are well established and this drives the market,' says Dr. M Majeed, Founder, Sami Group". ETHealthworld.com. Retrieved 2018-07-24.
- ↑ Khan, Haider Ali (27 September 2016). "'Nutraceutical Market To Touch $250 Billion By 2018'". BW Businessworld. Retrieved 2018-07-24.
- ↑ Verma, Niharika (14 September 2016). "We will extend our brand presence in Bangladesh & UAE by 2017: Sami Labs founder". Franchise India. Retrieved 2018-07-24.
- ↑ "Sabinsa founder Dr Muhammed Majeed honoured as industry legend". www.nutraceuticalbusinessreview.com. 16 March 2016. Retrieved 2018-07-24.
- ↑ "Hall of Legends welcomes 12 natural industry pioneers in 2016". New Hope Network. 2016-03-11. Retrieved 2018-07-24.
- ↑ "Sabinsa Corporation Founder Receives Ellis Island Medal of Honor". New Hope Network. 12 May 2004. Retrieved 2018-07-24.
- ↑ "MEET THE WINNERS: Startup, NutraChampion and Editor's Award". nutraingredients.com. 25 May 2018. Retrieved 2018-07-24.
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