Understanding Cancer: Current and Emerging Concepts
Cancer Research Workshop 2025
Advancing Knowledge in Cancer Research and Treatment
Apply NowTheme and Objective of the Workshop
Cancer remains one of the top five non-communicable diseases globally, necessitating a sustained exchange of knowledge on the foundational and emerging concepts in cancer research and treatment.
This workshop is designed to facilitate in-depth engagement and discussions between student participants and leading experts in the field of cancer biology. Participants will explore both established and cutting-edge areas of cancer research, as well as current and prospective cancer care modalities.
The agenda includes detailed sessions delivered by distinguished speakers, complemented by hands-on experimental training. These practical sessions will familiarize participants with advanced techniques for studying cancer hallmarks and anti-tumor immunity. The training will take place in the state-of-the-art teaching and research laboratories of Shiv Nadar University, which feature advanced facilities such as a cell culture lab, high-performance computing systems, confocal and epifluorescence microscopes, a flow cytometer, and microplate readers.
By participating in this workshop, students will gain inspiration and insights to further their research pursuits while exploring collaborative opportunities with eminent scientists in the field.
Participants will also benefit from hands-on sessions on technical applications of organoids, Digital PCR, Cancer Immunology among others
Speakers and Sessions (*The titles of the talks will be announced soon)
Lecture session 1: Hallmarks of cancer cells and their interplay with the immune system
Anindita Chakrabarty
Associate Professor, Department of Life Sciences, Shiv Nadar Institution of Eminence (SNIoE)
Colin Jamora
Senior Professor and Head of the Department of Life Sciences, SNIoE
Naga Suresh Veerapu
Associate Professor, Department of Life Sciences, SNIoE
Jugal Das
Ramalingaswami Fellow, Department of Life Sciences, SNIoE
Jianxun (Jim) Song
Endowed Professor Cancer Immunology, Microbial Pathogenesis & Immunology, College of Medicine, Texas A&M University
Lecture session 2: Model systems in basic and preclinical cancer research
Sanjeev Galande
University Professor, Department of Life Sciences and Dean, School of Natural Sciences, SNIoE
Cedric Blanpain (online)
Director, Laboratory of Stem Cells and Cancer, Université Libre de Bruxelles (ULB) Belgium
Senthil Muthuswamy
Senior Investigator, National Cancer Institute, Center for Cancer Research, Bethesda, Maryland
Tae-young Roh
Professor, Ewha Fellow, Department of Life Sciences, Ewha Womans University, Seoul, Republic of Korea
Lecture session 3: Machine learning and genomics in cancer research and treatment
Snehasis Mukherjee
Associate Professor, Department of Computer Science, SNIoE
Dipti Prasad Mukherjee
Deputy Director, Indian Statistical Institute (ISI) and Professor HAG, Electronics and Communications Sciences Unit, ISI Kolkata
Amit Dutt
Professor & Tata Innovation Fellow, Integrated Cancer Genomics Laboratory, Department of Genetics (Biotech Centre), University of Delhi South Campus
Sherry Bhalla
Scientist CSIR-Institute of Genomics and Integrative Biology, Delhi
Lecture session 4: Evolution in cancer progression and drug response
Mohit K Jolly (online)
Associate Professor, Department of Bioengineering, Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore
Joel Brown
Senior Member, Integrated Mathematical Oncology, Moffitt Cancer Center, Tampa, Florida
Lecture session 5. Current and emerging aspects of cancer treatment
Frederic de Sauvage (online)
Vice President-Research Oncology, Genentech, San Francisco
Shantanu Chowdhury
Senior Fellow, CSIR-Institute of Genomics and Integrative Biology
Sorab Dalal
Principal Investigator, Advanced Center for Treatment Research & Education in Cancer, Navi Mumbai
Lalit Kumar
Padma Shri recipient,
Chairperson, Dept. of Medical Oncology, Artemis Medical Center, Gurgaon
Advanced Practical Training in Cancer Research
Session 1: Experimental Techniques for Studying Hallmark Properties of Cancer Cells: Growth, Apoptosis, Autophagy, and Senescence
Dr. Anindita Chakrabarty
Associate Professor, Department of Life Sciences, Shiv Nadar Institute of Eminence (SNIoE)
Session 2: Experimental Techniques for Studying Anticancer Immunity: Cytotoxic T Cell and Macrophage-Mediated Clearance of Cancer Cells
Dr. Jugal Das
Ramalingaswami Fellow, Department of Life Sciences, SNIoE
Session 3: Modeling tumor in 3D as spheroids and organoids
Professor Sanjeev Galande
University Professor, Department of Life Sciences and Dean, School of Natural Sciences, SNIoE
Session 4: Evolutionary Game Theory Modeling for Understanding Cancer
Ranjini Bhattacharya
PhD Candidate, Moffitt Cancer Center, Tampa, Florida
Selection and Eligibility of Participants
Participants for the workshop will be selected through a competitive process, prioritizing students from state colleges and universities in India with limited access to advanced research infrastructure and funding. The workshop aims to bridge this gap by providing exposure to both fundamental and cutting-edge aspects of cancer research.
The workshop will accommodate up to 25 participants, primarily aimed at young researchers pursuing master's or PhD degrees, as well as medical students. The objective is to connect these students with leading experts—both national and international—in diverse areas of cancer research and treatment.
Eligibility is open to students from disciplines such as Life Sciences, Chemical and Physical Sciences, Computer Science, and Medical Sciences. Interested candidates must submit their applications by February 15, 2025.
Applicants must include a Statement of Purpose (SOP) detailing their motivation and interest in attending the workshop.
Selected participants will be notified via email on February 18, 2025.
Registration fee and information on travel, food and accommodation
Registration fee for selected participants will be Rs. 5000/- (Food and Accommodation are included)
We encourage candidates from academia, including faculty members from universities and institutions, as well as members from the industry, to apply for the workshop.
*The registration fee is ₹12,000 for faculty members and ₹20,000 for industry participants.
*Only limited seats are available
Organizing Committee
- Anindita Chakraborty, Chairman
- Colin Jamora
- Jugal Das
- Sanjeev Galande
- Shrijita Banerjee, Organizing Secretary
Location of the Venue
Shiv Nadar University,
NH-91, Tehsil- Dadri,
Vill- Chithera,
Gautam Buddha Nagar,
UP- 201314.
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