Dr. Subhadeep Das is an accomplished life science researcher and academician specializing in cancer biology, RNA biology, molecular biology, and biotechnology. He currently serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Life Science and Biotechnology at Adamas University, Kolkata, a position he has held since October 2025. Previously, he worked as a Postdoctoral Research Assistant in the Department of Biochemistry at Purdue University, USA, from January 2022 to October 2025, where he investigated molecular mechanisms underlying small cell lung cancer and explored novel therapeutic strategies.

Dr.Subhadeep Das has developed interdisciplinary expertise spanning RNA-based cancer therapeutics, mitochondrial biology, RNA structural biology, molecular mechanisms of cancer progression, and translational biomedical research. His academic journey reflects a strong commitment to scientific excellence, collaborative research, and the advancement of biotechnology.

Research Expertise & Scientific Contributions

Dr. Subhadeep Das's research focuses on understanding the molecular mechanisms of cancer development and identifying innovative therapeutic approaches, particularly for small cell lung cancer. At Purdue University, he investigated the role of DEAD-box RNA helicases, including DDX5, in cancer progression and evaluated small-molecule inhibitors using in vitro and in vivo models. His research demonstrated the potential of targeting mitochondrial respiration as a therapeutic strategy against small cell lung cancer.

He has also contributed to research on RNA processing, nuclear RNA retention, RNA degradation, gene regulation, and RNA secondary structures. His work integrates high-throughput RNA sequencing, SHAPE-MAP analysis, molecular biology, and functional validation to investigate fundamental biological mechanisms. In addition, his research interests encompass oral cancer biomarkers, microbiome-associated diseases, stem cell biology, and nanomaterial-based drug delivery.

Research Publications & Scholarly Output

Dr. Subhadeep Das has authored and co-authored research articles, review papers, book chapters, and scientific editorials published in peer-reviewed journals and scholarly publications. His work has appeared in journals including iScience, Genetics, Nucleic Acids Research, Journal of Molecular Biology, Wiley Interdisciplinary Reviews: RNA, and Cancers.

His notable contributions include the 2025 publication on Supinoxin-mediated inhibition of small cell lung cancer progression through mitochondrial respiration and DDX5, research on RNA regulation and degradation in Saccharomyces cerevisiae, and reviews examining cancer therapeutics, RNA biology, and emerging biomedical technologies. Several publications identify him as a corresponding or joint corresponding author, demonstrating his growing role in research leadership and scientific communication.

Awards, Fellowships & Academic Achievements

Dr. Subhadeep Das has received several prestigious academic and professional recognitions reflecting his research potential and scientific accomplishments. His achievements include:

• Young Researcher Award, Institute of Scholars, 2020, for research on SKS1 mRNA regulation in Saccharomyces cerevisiae.

• Best Paper Awards at the 2nd and 4th Regional Science and Technology Congresses in 2017 and 2019.

• Best Paper Awards at the 25th and 27th Science and Technology Congresses organized by the Government of West Bengal in 2018 and 2020.

• DST INSPIRE Fellowship, Department of Science and Technology, Government of India, 2015.

• Gold Medal in M.Sc. Biotechnology from Jadavpur University for securing first position in his class.

• CSIR-NET Junior Research Fellowship, with an All India Rank of 70, in 2017.

• Outstanding Service and Engagement Award, Purdue Institute of Cancer Research, 2025.

• Outstanding Reviewer Award, Cancers, 2025.

• Postdoctoral travel awards and grants supporting presentations at international cancer research conferences in 2023 and 2024.

These recognitions demonstrate his sustained academic excellence, research commitment, and emerging international scientific profile.

Teaching, Mentoring & Academic Leadership

Dr. Subhadeep Das contributes actively to higher education through teaching and mentoring at Adamas University and Purdue University. His teaching experience includes molecular biology, cell biology, recombinant DNA technology, life sciences, biotechnology applications of artificial intelligence, food technology, and research methodology.

He has mentored undergraduate students, graduate rotation students, summer interns, and international research fellows. His commitment to student development extends to designing and supervising independent research projects and supporting competitive examination preparation through NET/SET Paper 1 classes at Jadavpur University.

His combined teaching and mentoring experience strengthens his contribution to scientific education and the development of future researchers.

Editorial Responsibilities & Scientific Service

Dr. Subhadeep Das has established a strong presence in scientific publishing and peer review. He serves on editorial boards and in editorial roles for several journals, including International Journal of Molecular Sciences, Microorganisms, Cell Aging & Regeneration, and ProData. He has also undertaken guest-editing and topic-coordination responsibilities for special issues addressing cancer therapeutics, host–microbiome interactions, and fungal–plant interactions.

Additionally, he reviews manuscripts for numerous international scientific journals across cancer biology, molecular biology, microbiology, biotechnology, and biomedical research. His editorial contributions support research quality, scientific integrity, and the dissemination of emerging discoveries.

International Research Collaboration & Scientific Communication

Dr. Subhadeep Das has presented his research at national and international scientific meetings, including the Cold Spring Harbor Meeting on Mechanisms and Models of Cancer, the North America Conference on Lung Cancer, FASEB scientific conferences, and RNA research meetings. He has delivered invited lectures at academic institutions and scientific forums, sharing insights into small cell lung cancer biology, RNA regulation, and emerging therapeutic approaches.

His participation in multidisciplinary research teams involving biologists, pharmacologists, chemists, statisticians, and clinicians demonstrates his ability to contribute to collaborative and translational research initiatives.

Eligibility for Young Researcher Award 

Dr. Subhadeep Das is a strong candidate for the Young Researcher Award in Scientific Laurels in recognition of his significant research contributions, academic achievements, and growing international profile in cancer biology and molecular biosciences.

His candidacy is supported by his innovative research on small cell lung cancer, RNA helicases, mitochondrial metabolism, and RNA-mediated gene regulation; publications in internationally recognized peer-reviewed journals; receipt of competitive fellowships and research awards; and contributions to scientific publishing as an editor and reviewer. His experience at Purdue University, followed by his current academic appointment at Adamas University, reflects a valuable combination of international research exposure and commitment to developing scientific talent in India.

His Gold Medal in Biotechnology, DST INSPIRE Fellowship, CSIR-NET JRF qualification, multiple Best Paper Awards, and Young Researcher Award from the Institute of Scholars further demonstrate his consistent pursuit of scientific excellence.

Overall, Dr. Subhadeep Das merits strong consideration for the Scientific Laurels Young Researcher Award for his promising contributions to cancer research, molecular biology, RNA science, and translational therapeutics, together with his dedication to teaching, mentoring, and advancing scientific knowledge