Dr. Amit Ranjan is an accomplished academician, researcher, and innovation leader in the fields of Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Cancer Biology, Glycobiology, Bioinformatics, and Translational Biomedical Research. He is currently serving as Associate Professor at Dr. D. Y. Patil Biotechnology and Bioinformatics Institute, Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyapeeth, Pune, a position he has held since August 2024 after serving nearly a decade as Assistant Professor at the same institution. Earlier, he worked as a Senior Research Fellow at ACTREC (Advanced Centre for Treatment, Research and Education in Cancer), Tata Memorial Centre, Mumbai, where he investigated molecular mechanisms underlying breast cancer progression.

With a strong academic foundation, Dr. Ranjan qualified several prestigious national examinations including CSIR-UGC NET (Lectureship), DBT-BET, GATE (AIR-161), and the JNU M.Sc. Biotechnology Entrance Examination, demonstrating exceptional academic excellence early in his career.

Research Contributions

Dr. Ranjan has established himself as a leading researcher in cancer biology, glycobiology, RNA therapeutics, molecular oncology, extracellular vesicles, cell signaling, AI-enabled healthcare, and precision medicine. His research has significantly advanced understanding of glycosylation-mediated cancer progression, epithelial-mesenchymal transition, non-coding RNAs, cell-free biomarkers, and molecular therapeutics.

His scholarly achievements include:

• 18+ peer-reviewed international research publications in reputed journals.
• 8 book chapters published by internationally recognized publishers.
• Co-editor of two international scientific books.
• Research publications in high-impact journals including Experimental Cell Research, Advanced Biology, Cells, Glycoconjugate Journal, Biophysical Chemistry, and Discovery Oncology.
• Active corresponding author for several influential publications.
• Contributions integrating Artificial Intelligence with biomedical sciences, organoid intelligence, and computational biology.

Innovation, Patents & Intellectual Property

Dr. Ranjan actively promotes innovation and entrepreneurship in higher education.

His innovation portfolio includes:

• One published patent on an integrated photometer device.
• Two registered software copyrights related to AI-driven molecular docking and cancer therapeutics.
• Recognition as an Innovation Ambassador by the Ministry of Education's Institution Innovation Council (IIC).
• Recipient of an Excellent Startup Idea Award (2025).
• Institutional coordinator for innovation, entrepreneurship, startups, and intellectual property initiatives.

Teaching, Mentorship & Academic Leadership

Dr. Ranjan is an experienced educator with extensive teaching responsibilities across undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs.

His academic leadership includes:

• Official Ph.D. Research Guide since 2020.
• Currently supervising seven Ph.D. scholars while having co-guided successful doctoral research.
• Guided more than 30 Master's, B.Tech., M.Tech., and undergraduate research dissertations.
• Teaching advanced subjects including Molecular Biology, Recombinant DNA Technology, Stem Cells, Tissue Engineering, Omics Technologies, Animal Cell Culture, Genetic Engineering, and Proteomics.
• Active involvement in curriculum development, examination reforms, accreditation, and quality assurance.

Administrative & Institutional Contributions

Dr. Ranjan plays a major role in institutional development through numerous leadership positions, including:

• NAAC Co-Coordinator
• Institution Innovation Council (IIC) Coordinator
• Entrepreneurship Club Coordinator
• School Summer Internship Coordinator
• Centre Observer for university examinations
• Organizer and coordinator of several national workshops, innovation programs, biotechnology conferences, faculty development programmes, and entrepreneurship initiatives.

Scientific Recognition & Professional Achievements

Dr. Ranjan has received several recognitions reflecting his scientific excellence and academic leadership:

• Judge for Product Design Competition (UNMESH 2026)
• Judge for Scientific Paper Presentation (World Bioethics Day 2025)
• Invited Session Chair at the Global Conference on Cognitive Computing and Communication Technology (2025)
• Award for Excellent Startup Idea
• Institutional appreciation for excellence in research and accreditation activities
• Travel Fellowships from the Society for Glycobiology for presenting research internationally in the USA
• Active participation in numerous international conferences, workshops, and faculty development programmes.

Research Impact

Dr. Amit Ranjan has built a distinguished research profile combining experimental biology with computational approaches. His work has contributed to:

• Cancer metastasis mechanisms
• GlycoRNA biology
• Cell-free biomarkers
• AI-driven biomedical applications
• Molecular diagnostics
• Drug discovery
• Precision oncology
• Translational cancer therapeutics

His interdisciplinary collaborations continue to bridge biotechnology, artificial intelligence, and clinical research, creating significant impact in modern biomedical sciences.

Eligibility for  Excellent Researcher Award

Dr. Amit Ranjan is highly eligible for the Excellent Researcher Award under the Scientific Laurels program based on his outstanding achievements in research, innovation, academic leadership, and scientific mentorship. His impressive publication record, internationally recognized research in cancer biology and glycobiology, patents and intellectual property contributions, successful supervision of doctoral scholars, leadership in innovation and entrepreneurship, extensive teaching experience, and sustained contributions to biotechnology research demonstrate the excellence expected for this prestigious recognition. His multidisciplinary research, translational scientific contributions, and commitment to nurturing future researchers make him a deserving candidate for the Scientific Laurels Excellent Researcher Award.