Guruvayoorappan C | Cancer | Outstanding Scientist Award

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Dr. Guruvayoorappan C | Cancer | Outstanding Scientist Award

Regional Cancer Centre, Thiruvananthapuram | India

Dr. Guruvayoorappan C is an accomplished Associate Professor at the Division of Cancer Research, Regional Cancer Centre, Thiruvananthapuram, specializing in cancer biology, immunology, and biotechnology. He holds advanced degrees in Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Botany, and Immunology, with a Ph.D. from Mahatma Gandhi University and postdoctoral research under the UGC Research Award Scheme. With over 20 years of research and 17 years of teaching experience, he has guided several Ph.D. scholars across reputed universities. His extensive contributions include 110 peer-reviewed publications, with 4096 citations, an h-index of 34, and an i10-index of 73, reflecting his impact in oncology and life sciences. His innovative research focuses on cancer immunomodulation, nanomedicine, tumor angiogenesis, and molecular mechanisms of metastasis. He has successfully led multiple government-funded research projects from DBT, ICMR, DST-SERB, and UGC, alongside patents in wound-healing nano scaffolds. Dr. Guruvayoorappan’s work has earned him prestigious honors including the UGC Research Award, DST-Early Career Research Award, ISTE-Periyar Best Teacher Award, and several fellowships from leading scientific academies. His research continues to advance understanding of tumor biology and therapeutic strategies, establishing him as a leading figure in cancer and immunological research.

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Featured Publications

Aggarwal, B. B., Surh, Y. J., & Shishodia, S. (Eds.). (2007). The molecular targets and therapeutic uses of curcumin in health and disease. Springer Science & Business Media.

Menon, S. S., Guruvayoorappan, C., Sakthivel, K. M., & Rasmi, R. R. (2019). Ki-67 protein as a tumour proliferation marker. Clinica Chimica Acta, 491, 39–45.

Dhanisha, S. S., Guruvayoorappan, C., Drishya, S., & Abeesh, P. (2018). Mucins: Structural diversity, biosynthesis, its role in pathogenesis and as possible therapeutic targets. Critical Reviews in Oncology/Hematology, 122, 98–122.

Rasmi, R. R., Sakthivel, K. M., & Guruvayoorappan, C. (2020). NF-κB inhibitors in treatment and prevention of lung cancer. Biomedicine & Pharmacotherapy, 130, 110569.

Kuttan, G., Hari Kumar, K. B., Guruvayoorappan, C., & Kuttan, R. (2007). Antitumor, anti-invasion, and antimetastatic effects of curcumin. In B. B. Aggarwal, Y. J. Surh, & S. Shishodia (Eds.), The molecular targets and therapeutic uses of curcumin in health and disease (pp. xx–xx). Springer Science & Business Media.

Manish Garg | Urology Cancer | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Manish Garg | Urology Cancer | Best Researcher Award

EMC Hospital, Amritsar | India

Dr Manish Garg is a distinguished urologist and andrologist whose career spans clinical excellence, advanced surgical expertise and scholarly contributions. He holds MBBS, MS (General Surgery) and MCh (Urology) degrees and has cultivated extensive experience in endo-urology, laparoscopic urology, uro-oncology and andrology with both Indian and international practice. His professional trajectory features roles in major institutions including in the UAE and India, with a deep focus on minimally invasive and robotic techniques in urological oncology. In the research domain, his Google Scholar profile shows an h-index of 12 with over 2,200 citations, demonstrating a sustained impact in urology literature. He has published multiple review and original articles in peer-reviewed journals on topics such as prostate cancer, bladder carcinoma, lithotripsy and reconstructive urethroplasty. His scholarly achievements are complemented by selective fellowships, international conference participation, awards and video-presentations in robotic urology. His research interests include urologic cancer surgery, male reproductive health, urinary tract stone disease, reconstructive urology and minimally invasive urology. In summary, Dr Garg blends high-volume surgical practice with an active scholarly profile and remains committed to advancing patient care and urologic science.

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Featured Publications

Garg, M., Singh, V., Kumar, M., & Sankhwar, S. N. (2015). Application of the Holmium Laser Lithotripsy for Bladder Stones under Local Anaesthesia: A Prospective Analysis. Urologia, 82(4), 219–222. https://doi.org/10.5301/uro.5000124

Singh, V., Garg, M., Sinha, R. J., Sharma, P., & Kumar, M. (2015). Mini-incision open pyeloplasty – Improvement in patient outcome. International Brazilian Journal of Urology, 41(5), 927–934. https://doi.org/10.1590/S1677-5538.IBJU.2014.0024

Garg, M., Singh, V., & Kumar, M. (2015). Re: Mini incision open pyeloplasty – Improvement in patient outcome. International Brazilian Journal of Urology, 41(5), 927–934.

Garg, M., Singh, V., & Kumar, M. (2015). Re: Value of immediate second resection of the tumor bed to improve the effectiveness of transurethral resection of bladder tumor. Urologia, 82(4).

Saroj Rajan | Oncology | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Saroj Rajan | Oncology | Best Researcher Award

Sir Ganga Ram Hospital | India

Dr. Saroj Rajan is a distinguished medical professional specializing in Gynaecologic Oncology, with an impressive academic and clinical foundation in Obstetrics and Gynaecology. She holds an MBBS from Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER), Puducherry, an MD in Obstetrics and Gynaecology from AIIMS, New Delhi, and an MCh in Gynaecologic Oncology from the same institute. Her professional journey includes positions at renowned institutions such as AIIMS New Delhi, Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, and Sri Balaji Medical College, along with an international fellowship at Charles University, Prague. Dr. Rajan’s research contributions span topics like nutritional assessment, cachexia, biomarkers, cancer surgery, and endometrial carcinoma, reflecting her dedication to improving outcomes in gynecologic cancer care. She has authored 8 scientific publications, accumulating 3 citations from 3 documents and an h-index of 1, indicating her growing influence in academic oncology. Recognized with prestigious awards including top honors at AGOI and AOGIN conferences, she also serves as an Editorial Fellow for Gynecologic Oncology Reports (Elsevier). Her research interest lies in gynecologic malignancies, cancer nutrition, and surgical innovation. Dr. Rajan continues to advance women’s health through evidence-based clinical practice and impactful research.

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Featured Publications

Singhal, S., Rajan, S., Khurana, S., Kumari, R., Meena, J., Singh, N., Singh, A., Jayraj, A., Pramanik, R., & Kumar, L. (2025). Reproductive outcomes following chemotherapy for gestational trophoblastic neoplasia: Experience from a tertiary care center. European Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology and Reproductive Biology. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ejogrb.2025.114774

Rajan, S., Rathore, R., Malhotra, N., Sharma, D. N., Khurana, S., Dhamija, E., Mathur, S., & Singhal, S. (2025). Vaginal clear cell carcinoma without diethylstilbestrol exposure: A rare case and review of 38 reported cases. Indian Journal of Gynecologic Oncology. https://doi.org/10.1007/s40944-025-01034-9

Rajan, S., Dhamija, E., Malhotra, N., Kaur, P., Yadav, R. K., Meena, J., Kumari, R., Singh, A., Singh, A., & Khurana, S. (2025). Nutritional assessment in gynecological cancers: Experience from an Indian tertiary care center. European Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology and Reproductive Biology. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ejogrb.2025.113964

Rajan, S., Dhamija, E., Malhotra, N., Vats, D., Singh, A., & Singhal, S. (2025). Cachexia in gynecologic cancers: The role of biomarkers and cachexia index. International Journal of Gynecology & Obstetrics. https://doi.org/10.1002/ijgo.70262

Ray, M. D., Ray, C., & Rajan, S. (2025). “Pseudo cytoreductive surgery” in ovarian cancer: Disturbing insights from referral patterns to a leading oncology center in India. Journal of Gynecologic Surgery. https://doi.org/10.1089/gyn.2024.0004