Clinical Research

Department of Clinical Research

Clinical Research & Epidemiology

“Take the first step toward a rewarding career in clinical research-apply today and be the change wish to see in tomorrow's healthcare.”

Established in 2024, the Department of Clinical Research is committed to delivering exceptional education and research opportunities for aspiring innovators. Our distinguished faculty, with credentials from leading global institutions, foster a dynamic and hands-on learning environment that equips students to meet real-world healthcare challenges with confidence and skill. As part of one of India’s premier medical institutions, we place a strong emphasis on professional growth. Students benefit from a wide range of skill-building workshops, seminars, and continuous exposure to current developments in the field. The university also actively promotes student participation in research projects, academic conferences, and collaborative initiatives—ensuring they remain at the cutting edge of clinical science.


As part of one of India’s premier medical institutions, we place a strong emphasis on professional growth. Students benefit from a wide range of skill-building workshops, seminars, and continuous exposure to current developments in the field. The university also actively promotes student participation in research projects, academic conferences, and collaborative initiatives—ensuring they remain at the cutting edge of clinical science.

Our Programs

These programs are thoughtfully aligned with the evolving needs of the healthcare and life sciences industry, ensuring our graduates are not only job-ready but also capable of driving meaningful innovation.

Additionally, our dedicated Clinical Trial Centre serves as a hub for academic and industry-sponsored research. The centre provides students with hands-on training in protocol development, regulatory documentation, data management, and ethics compliance—offering real-time exposure to the processes that drive evidence-based medicine. It also supports faculty-led and student-led research projects, enhancing learning through practical application and performance evaluation.

At the Department of Clinical Research, our commitment to academic excellence, cutting-edge research, and clinical relevance ensures that every student is empowered to thrive in today’s rapidly evolving healthcare ecosystem.

Placements

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Associate Professor

Dr Nikku Yadav

Qualification: PhD (Medical Biotechnology), M. Pharm. (Pharmacology), MPH

Teaching and Research Experience: Academic 10 Years, Research 14 years

Publications: 40+

Special Interest: Epidemiology, Endocrinology Research, Micronutrition Biology. IDD, Deep Machine Learning-ANN, CNN, RNN

Awards: Gold Medallist B. Pharm, M. Pharm, International Travel grant from European Thyroid Association 2014,2016, UCOST 2018, Best Business Idea-2024, Advancement of Scientific Research Work in Clinical Trial- 2024

Membership:

  • European Thyroid Association (ETA)
  • Organization for Women in the Science for the Developing World (OWSDW)
  • Indian Society of Clinical Research (ISCR)
  • Save the Environment (STE)

Assistant Professor

Dr Manisha Sharma

Qualification: B. Pharm, Pharm. D

Teaching and Research Experience: Academic 1 Year, Research 3 years

Publications: 08

Special Interest: Research writing, AI, personalized nutrition, pharmacotherapy, rare diseases

Professor

Prof Asha Chandola-Saklani

Qualification: Ph.D.

Publications: 100+

Special Interest: Endocrinology, Clinical Data Management, Ornithology, Epidemiology, Conservation Biology, Data Science, Science Education

Fellow: Indian Academy of Sciences, Bengaluru

International Endowed Chair Professor

Prof Rakesh Kumar

Prof Rakesh Kumar is the Founder and President of the Breast Cancer in Young Women Foundation (USA), dedicated to vaddressing the distinct issues affecting young women with breast cancer. He also serves as the International Endowed Chair Professor at the Cancer Research Institute of the Himalayan Institute of Medical Sciences. Additionally, he holds adjunct professorships at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School and Virginia Commonwealth University.

Dr Kumar earned his Ph.D. from the All India Institute of Medical Sciences in 1984 and began his research career at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in January 1986. From 1988 to 2017, he held various academic and leadership positions —including faculty member, tenured professor, distinguished professor, endowed chair, department chair, and research leader—at esteemed institutions such as Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York and the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston. From 2017 to 2022, he served as the National Chair for Cancer Research for the Government of India and as a distinguished professor, continuing his innovative work in breast cancer research.

With nearly 40 years of research and professional experience, Dr. Kumar has made conceptual contributions to the field of cancer research (h-index 108, citations >50,000). He has authored over 325 peer-reviewed publications, edited or co-edited nine books, and delivered 290 invited lectures worldwide. His work has been featured on the covers of 18 major cancer journals and has been highlighted in institutional research reports of the MD Anderson Cancer Center.

A passionate educator and mentor, Dr. Kumar has guided 67 trainees throughout his career. He serves on the editorial boards of multiple leading cancer journals and has served on the editorial boards of 21 top cancer journals. His global reputation is further demonstrated by his participation in about 100 peer-review panels for cancer research funding in the US and internationally over the past 28 years.

Dr. Kumar's innovative research has earned him numerous prestigious honors, including the Hinkle Society Faculty Award at Penn State University (1994), the Dalla/Fort Worth Living Legend Faculty Achievement Award in Basic Sciences (2004), the Ranbaxy Research Award (2006), and the Lifetime Achievement Award from the American Association of Indian Scientists in Cancer Research (2013), among others. Dr. Kumar's pioneering research continues to have a profound influence on the fields of oncology and breast cancer, opening up new opportunities for biomedical scientists and trainees worldwide.