Partha Majumder | Human Genetics | Lifetime achievement Award

Published-on by Indian Scientist

Prof. Partha Majumder | Human Genetics | Lifetime achievement Award

John C. Martin Center for Liver Research & Innovations/Indian Statistical Institute | India

Prof. Partha Majumder is a globally respected leader in human genetics, celebrated for shaping modern population genomics and advancing the scientific understanding of human diversity, disease risk, and evolutionary patterns. With an outstanding research record supported by 16,578+ citations, an h-index of 58, and 214+ indexed publications, his scholarly influence spans population-based genomic variation, statistical genetics, precision medicine, and computational modeling. He has authored foundational studies that transformed views on genetic structure across South Asian populations, and his contributions have been widely recognized through major scientific honors and memberships in premier academies. Prof. Majumder’s academic journey includes rigorous training in statistics and genetics, leading to prestigious appointments across India and internationally, where he has guided institutions, established key genomic research programs, and mentored several generations of scientists. His research interests center on human evolutionary genetics, disease genomics, biomedical statistics, and ethical frameworks for genomic data use. His experience encompasses leadership roles in national genome initiatives, advisory committees, and collaborative global consortia. Deeply committed to science-driven societal impact, Prof. Majumder continues to inspire through his relentless pursuit of knowledge, impactful discoveries, and enduring contributions to the growth and integrity of human genetics research.

Profile: Google Scholar

Featured Publications

Regev, A., Teichmann, S. A., Lander, E. S., Amit, I., Benoist, C., Birney, E., … Human Cell Atlas. (2017).
The human cell atlas. eLife, 6, e27041. https://doi.org/10.7554/eLife.27041

HUGO Pan-Asian SNP Consortium, Abdulla, M. A., Ahmed, I., … Majumder, P. P. (2009). Mapping human genetic diversity in Asia. Science, 326(5959), 1541–1545. https://doi.org/10.1126/science.1177074

Sengupta, S., Zhivotovsky, L. A., King, R., Mehdi, S. Q., Edmonds, C. A., Chow, C. E. T., … Majumder, P. P. (2006). Polarity and temporality of high-resolution Y-chromosome distributions in India identify both indigenous and exogenous expansions and reveal minor genetic influence of Central Asia. The American Journal of Human Genetics, 78(2), 202–221. https://doi.org/10.1086/499411

Basu, A., Mukherjee, N., Roy, S., Sengupta, S., Banerjee, S., Chakraborty, M., … Majumder, P. P. (2003).
Ethnic India: A genomic view, with special reference to peopling and structure. Genome Research, 13(10), 2277–2290. https://doi.org/10.1101/gr.1413403

Underhill, P. A., Myres, N. M., Rootsi, S., Metspalu, M., Zhivotovsky, L. A., King, R. J., … Majumder, P. P. (2010). Separating the post-Glacial coancestry of European and Asian Y chromosomes within haplogroup R1a. European Journal of Human Genetics, 18(4), 479–484. https://doi.org/10.1038/ejhg.2009.194

Ramprasad Srinivasan | Biomarker | Best Researcher Award

Published-on by Indian Scientist

Prof. Ramprasad Srinivasan | Biomarker | Best Researcher Award

Sri Narayani Hospital and Research Centre | India

Dr. Ramprasad Srinivasan is an accomplished biomedical researcher specializing in biochemistry, molecular biology, renal complications, and biomarker discovery. With a strong academic foundation spanning biochemistry, medical laboratory technology, and an advanced doctoral qualification, he has developed extensive expertise in molecular diagnostics and translational medicine. His professional journey includes significant scientific roles across academic institutions and advanced research laboratories, where he contributed to projects involving diabetic nephropathy, atherosclerosis, retinal disorders, inflammation, and tissue-factor–mediated signaling. He has published extensively in leading SCI journals, contributing impactful work supported by 46 citations, an h-index of 5, and documented through numerous peer-reviewed papers with a growing scientific footprint marked by his i10-index of 1. His research interests include biomarker identification, biosensor development, proteomics, macrophage biology, and chronic kidney disease mechanisms. He has also led multiple funded projects as Principal Investigator, focusing on diagnostics, CKD therapeutics, and immune regulation. His contributions have been recognized through competitive fellowships, poster awards, and travel distinctions from reputed scientific bodies. He remains committed to advancing healthcare innovations by integrating laboratory sciences with clinical applications, aiming to translate molecular insights into practical diagnostic and therapeutic solutions.

Profile: Google Scholar

Featured Publications

Nilavan, E., Sundar, S., Shenbagamoorthy, M., Narayanan, H., Nandagopal, B., & Srinivasan, R. (2020). Identification of biomarkers for early diagnosis of diabetic nephropathy disease using direct flow through mass spectrometry. Diabetes & Metabolic Syndrome: Clinical Research & Reviews, 14(6), 2073–2078.

Chaudhary, R. K., Madaboosi, N., Satija, J., Nandagopal, B., Srinivasan, R., & Sai, V. V. R. (2024). Polymeric optical fiber biosensor with PAMAM dendrimer-based surface modification and PlGF detection for pre-eclampsia diagnosis. Biosensors and Bioelectronics, 257, 116312.

Gramoll, K., & Ramaprasad, S. (1995). Effects of band weaving on fiber strength in filament-wound composite structures. Composites Engineering, 5(4), 363–373.

Srinivasan, R., Dattaguru, B., & Singh, G. (2019). Exact solutions for laminated composite beams using a unified state space formulation. International Journal for Computational Methods in Engineering Science and Mechanics.

Srinivasan, R. (2014). Exact solution of shear flexible laminated curved beams using a coupled field formulation. International Journal for Computational Methods in Engineering Science and Mechanics.

Ankush Kumar | Medicinal Chemistry | Young Researcher Award

Published-on by Indian Scientist

Mr. Ankush Kumar | Medicinal Chemistry | Young Researcher Award

Chitkara University Punjab | India

Ankush Kumar is a dedicated pharmaceutical researcher whose work spans medicinal chemistry, molecular modeling, and targeted drug design with a strong focus on anticancer therapeutics. He holds a solid academic foundation with qualifications in pharmaceutical chemistry and extensive research training that includes computational drug design, structure-activity exploration, and medicinal insights into heterocyclic scaffolds. His professional experience includes serving as a Junior Research Fellow and working as an Assistant Professor across multiple academic institutions, where he contributed to teaching, mentoring, and research development. His research outputs reflect a strong contribution to oncology-oriented drug discovery, with publications covering molecular targets, biomarkers, EGFR inhibition, heterocyclic synthesis, and computational repurposing studies. He has authored numerous research papers in reputed journals, contributing to a total of 561 citations, supported by an h-index of 6 and i10-index of 4, demonstrating the growing influence of his scientific contributions. His work includes book chapters and multiple peer-reviewed articles that highlight new therapeutic strategies and structural insights into various biological targets. He has received academic distinctions such as top positions in academic competitions and has served as a reviewer for international journals, further reflecting his scholarly engagement. Overall, his research trajectory reflects a commitment to advancing pharmaceutical innovation and precision-driven drug discovery.

Profile: Google Scholar

Featured Publications

Ye, F., Dewanjee, S., Li, Y., Jha, N. K., Chen, Z. S., Kumar, A., Vishakha, Jha, S. K., et al. (2023). Advancements in clinical aspects of targeted therapy and immunotherapy in breast cancer. Molecular Cancer, 22(1), 105.

Kumar, A., Sehgal, A., Singh, S., Sharma, N., Yadav, S., Rashid, S., Ali, N., et al. (2023). Understanding the mechanistic pathways and clinical aspects associated with protein and gene based biomarkers in breast cancer. International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, Article 126595.

Zheng, M., Kumar, A., Sharma, V., Sehgal, A., Wal, P., Shinde, N. V., Kawaduji, B. S., et al. (2024). Revolutionizing pediatric neuroblastoma treatment: unraveling new molecular targets for precision interventions. Frontiers in Cell and Developmental Biology, 12, Article 1353860.

Kumar, A., Kumar, B., & Bhatia, R. (2023). Design, synthesis, molecular docking, and biological evaluation of isatin-based fused heterocycles as epidermal growth factor receptor inhibitors. Assay and Drug Development Technologies, 21(5), 222–233.

Kumar, A., Narang, R. K., & Bhatia, R. (2023). Recent advancements in NS5B inhibitors (2011–2021): Structural insights, SAR studies and clinical status. Journal of Molecular Structure, 1293, Article 136272.