Director R&D, KIIT DU Delivers Talk at Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center, USA

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Prof. G.C. Kundu, Director R&D,  KIIT DU  delivered an insightful talk on Topic- “Understanding the Tumor Heterogeneity and Development of Multi-targeted Therapy in Breast and other Cancer” hosted by LSUHSC, USA at Louisiana Cancer Research Center (LCRC), Louisiana, USA on 5th September, 2024 in physical mode.

Prof. Kundu’s talk highlighted recent advancements in understanding tumor heterogeneity, emphasizing the need for a novel approach to treatment that goes beyond traditional single-target therapies. His research defines the importance of identifying and targeting multiple molecular pathways and mechanisms simultaneously to improve therapeutic efficacy in different sub-types of breast cancers.

LSUHSC located in New Orleans, USA is a leading institution dedicated to advancing health and medical sciences. As part of LSU’s extensive network, LSUHSC focuses on education, research, and clinical care in various fields, including medicine, nursing, dentistry, and public health. The Center is renowned for its commitment to improving healthcare through innovative research, clinical excellence, and community service.

LCRC, USA is a collaborative research institution affiliated with LSUHSC, USA and several other organizations. Its mission is to advance cancer research and improve patient outcomes through interdisciplinary collaboration. The LCRC, USA serves as a hub for groundbreaking research and development, focusing on cancer prevention, diagnosis, and treatment. By bringing together top scientists and clinicians, the LCRC aims to translate scientific discoveries into effective therapies and enhance the understanding of cancer biology.

The LSUHSC community in the USA expressed appreciation for Prof. Kundu’s insightful and forward-thinking presentation, which aligns with the center’s mission to advance cancer research and improve patient care. The talk focused on the importance of continued innovation and collaboration in the field of healthcare in association with KIIT DU and LSUHSC, USA.

Moreover, during this trip, Prof. Kundu also visited the School of Business of The George Washington University (GSW), Washington DC, USA on 2nd September, 2024 to discuss the importance of management and interdisciplinary research. In this context, he highlighted the significance of proposing collaborative research projects, publishing articles in high ranked journals and pursuing selective excellence models by forming a core group of Faculties and Students of GW along with various schools of KIIT DU.

Meanwhile, Prof. Kundu visited University of Cincinnati, USA on 30th August, 2024, and met Prof. Neil Ayers; Prof Raj Bhatnagar and other faculties to discuss on Research collaboration opportunities as well as dual degree in Engineering, Computer, Chemical Sciences Programs with University of Cincinnati (UC), USA and KIIT DU. He also had a long discussion with Prof. Georg Weber and Ms Kristin along with Ms. Jenni Sutmoller regarding development of research collaboration and student & faculty exchange programs between UC and KIIT DU in near future.

Prof. Kundu has thanked Prof. (Dr.) Achyuta Samanta, Founder of KIIT and KISS and Prof. Saranjit Singh, Vice Chancellor of KIIT DU for their continuous support towards Research and Development (R&D) as well as innovation programs at KIIT DU.

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