Dr. Kushi Anand is serving as an Associate Professor of Life Sciences at Kristu Jayanti University, Bengaluru. He completed his doctoral studies at VIT University, where he was awarded a Merit Fellowship for his research on biomolecules that suppress cancer angiogenesis, which led to the identification of dietary compounds with  anti-tumor effects.

His postdoctoral work was supported by the prestigious DS Kothari Fellowship from UGC and IISc/DBT partnership programme. With over fifteen years of research experience spanning cancer biology, infectious diseases, and nucleic acid secondary structures, Dr. Anand investigated drug resistance/ tolerance mechanisms, Fe-S cluster biogenesis in Mycobacterium tuberculosis, and host-pathogen interactions at IISc and NCBS.

Dr. Anand has published 17 high-impact research papers in renowned journals with 600+ citations and an h-index of 13. His grant writing and managing expertise secured competitive funding from WellcomeTrust/DBT India Alliance and UGC, enabling him to establish independent infectious disease research programs.

His achievements include nomination to attend DELTAS Africa 2019 in Dakar, Senegal, and receiving an EMBO Travel Fellowship to present his work at Pasteur Institute, France. Dr. Anand is a life member of the Society of Neurochemistry and serves on the advisory board of the Society of Chemical and Synthetic Biology. Overall, his Ph.D. and post-Ph.D experience provided him with diverse opportunities to present, exchange his ideas, and make fruitful collaborations at various national and international platforms, reflecting his commitment to advancing scientific research and teamwork.

Research Experience

Dr. Anand has led and collaborated on multiple high-impact research projects, including:

• Ongoing Projects:

  • Dissecting redox heterogeneity in tuberculosis infection models.

  • Identifying novel molecules to combat drug-resistant tuberculosis.

• Completed Projects:

  • Mechanism of BCL6 translocation in Diffuse Large B-cell Lymphoma.

  • Fe-S cluster biogenesis and regulation in Mycobacterium tuberculosis.

  • Mechanisms of drug resistance and host-pathogen interactions in Mtb.

  • Regulatory role of G-quadruplex in gene expression in Mtb (PI).

His research has consistently focused on host-pathogen interactions, molecular mechanisms of disease, and drug resistance in tuberculosis, demonstrating a blend of basic and applied biomedical science.

Honors and Awards

• DELTAS Africa Meeting Nominee (2019) – Wellcome Trust-India Alliance, Dakar, Senegal.

• EMBO Travel Fellowship (2022) – Institut Pasteur, France.

• Oral Presentation Award, BioZone 2009 – Health Care Session, Origene Association of Industrial Biotechnologists.

• Best Article in BioScopika Magazine (2008 & 2009).

Teaching & Training Contributions

Dr. Anand has actively organized and instructed numerous hands-on workshops and training programs:

• PCR, Integrated OMICS (Genomics, Proteomics, Bioinformatics), Computational OMICS.

• Faculty development programs in Animal Cell Technology.

• Workshops in recombinant DNA technology and biorisk preparedness.

Publications

• Peer-Reviewed Publications: 17

• Book Chapters: 3 (Topics include mycobacterial lipids, nutraceuticals, neuro-oncology)

• Conference Abstracts: 20

His work spans fundamental research in molecular mechanisms, translational research in infectious diseases, and knowledge dissemination through teaching and training.

Eligibility for Best Researcher Award 

Dr. Kushi Anand demonstrates exceptional qualifications for the Best Researcher Award due to:

• Significant contributions to molecular biology and infectious disease research, particularly tuberculosis.

• Leadership in high-impact, funded research projects.

• Active involvement in training, mentorship, and academic teaching.

• Recognition through national and international awards, fellowships, and conference accolades.

His career reflects a strong balance of research excellence, teaching, and scientific leadership, making her highly deserving of recognition in scientific laurels.