72 Oncologists, Doctors, Scientists recognised in Stanford University 2026 list of world's top 2% scientists
New Delhi: In 2026, a total of 72 Oncologists, doctors, and scientists from India's various prestigious health and medical institutes have been recognised among the world's top 2% of scientists in the prestigious database curated by Professor John P.A. Ioannidis of Stanford University, in collaboration with the Elsevier Data Repository.
Being recognised in Stanford University's top 2% list of scientists acknowledges their pioneering research, clinical achievements, and consistent impact on the field.
(1) Rajesh S.Sharma - National Institute of Technology Kurukshetra
Rajesh S.Sharma is an Assistant Professor of Economics at National Institute of Technology Kurukshetra.
He has been recognised as one of the top 2% scientists across the world, as per Stanford University's 2026 list. He ranks 8837 in the list based on the composite score excluding self-citations. By the end of 2025, his h-index, excluding self-citations is 14.
His main field of research is Clinical Medicine; subfield 1 is Oncology and Carcinogenesis, and subfield 2 is Public Health.
(2) Dr Rengaswamy Sankaranarayanan - Karkinos Healthcare
Dr Rengaswamy Sankaranarayanan was a globally recognized radiation oncologist, cancer control pioneer and former Director of Preventive Oncology at Karkinos Healthcare. He passed away on August 03, 2025.
He has been recognised as one of the top 2% scientists across the world, as per Stanford University's 2026 list. He ranks 14494 in the list based on the composite score excluding self-citations. By the end of 2025, his h-index, excluding self-citations is 20.
His main field of research is Clinical Medicine; subfield 1 is Oncology and Carcinogenesis, and subfield 2 is Obstetrics and Reproductive Medicine.
(3) Ajaikumar B. Kunnumakkara- Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati
Ajaikumar B. Kunnumakkara (MSc, PhD) is a Professor at Indian Institute of Technology, Guwahati.
He has been recognised as one of the top 2% scientists across the world, as per Stanford University's 2026 list. He ranks 15037 in the list based on the composite score excluding self-citations. By the end of 2025, his h-index, excluding self-citations is 24.
His main field of research is Clinical Medicine; subfield 1 is Oncology and Carcinogenesis, and subfield 2 is Pharmacology and Pharmacy.
(4) Besim Ogretmen- Indian Institute of Chemical Biology
Dr. Besim Ogretmen is a researcher and professor (primarily affiliated with the Medical University of South Carolina / Hollings Cancer Center) who has collaborated with and published scientific research alongside scientists at the Indian Institute of Chemical Biology (CSIR-IICB) in Kolkata, India.
He has been recognised as one of the top 2% scientists across the world, as per Stanford University's 2026 list. He ranks 17722 in the list based on the composite score excluding self-citations. By the end of 2025, his h-index, excluding self-citations is 14.
His main field of research is Biomedical Research; subfield 1 is Oncology and Carcinogenesis, and subfield 2 is Biochemistry and Molecular Biology.
(5) Hardeep Singh Tuli- Maharishi Markandeshwar (Deemed to be University), Mullana
Dr. Hardeep Singh Tuli is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Biotechnology, Maharishi Markandeshwar (Deemed to be University) in India.
He has been recognised as one of the top 2% scientists across the world, as per Stanford University's 2026 list. He ranks 18494 in the list based on the composite score excluding self-citations. By the end of 2025, his h-index, excluding self-citations is 23.
His main field of research is Clinical Medicine; subfield 1 is Oncology and Carcinogenesis, and subfield 2 is Pharmacology and Pharmacy.
(6) Prakash Chandra - Healis Gupta- Sekhsaria Institute for Public Health
Dr. Prakash Chandra Gupta is the Director of Healis - Sekhsaria Institute of Public Health since its foundation on August 1, 2004. He is also an Adjunct Professor, at the Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Arnold School of Public Health, University of South Carolina, USA and Visiting Scientist at the Harvard T. Chan School of Public Health, USA.
He has been recognised as one of the top 2% scientists across the world, as per Stanford University's 2026 list. He ranks 19859 in the list based on the composite score excluding self-citations. By the end of 2025, his h-index, excluding self-citations is 30.
His main field of research is Clinical Medicine; subfield 1 is Oncology and Carcinogenesis, and subfield 2 is Public Health.
(7) Subash Chandra Gupta - Banaras Hindu University
Dr Subash Chandra Gupta (MSc, PhD) is Assistant Professor of Biochemistry at Institute of Science, Banaras Hindu University. His research interests include Cancer Biology, Cardiovascular Research, Molecular Pharmacology, Molecular Toxicology.
He has been recognised as one of the top 2% scientists across the world, as per Stanford University's 2026 list. He ranks 20541 in the list based on the composite score excluding self-citations. By the end of 2025, his h-index, excluding self-citations is 25.
His main field of research is Clinical Medicine; subfield 1 is Oncology and Carcinogenesis, and subfield 2 is Biochemistry and Molecular Biology.
(8) S. Nagini - Annamalai University
Prof. S. Nagini (Siddavaram Nagini) is a UGC-Basic Science Research (BSR) Faculty Fellow and former Professor in the Department of Biochemistry and Biotechnology at Annamalai University in Annamalainagar, Tamil Nadu, India.
She has been recognised as one of the top 2% scientists across the world, as per Stanford University's 2026 list. She ranks 30014 in the list based on the composite score excluding self-citations. By the end of 2025, her h-index, excluding self-citations is 12.
Her main field of research is Clinical Medicine; subfield 1 is Oncology and Carcinogenesis, and subfield 2 is Nutrition and Dietitics.
(9) Dr Ravi Mehrotra Kumar - Centre for Health Innovation and Policy (CHIP) Foundation
Prof. (Dr.) Ravi Mehrotra Kumar is a physician-scientist and leader dedicated to advancing cancer prevention, early detection, cancer genomics and public health through research, innovation and collaborative action. He is the founder of Centre for Health Innovation and Policy (CHIP) Foundation.
He has been recognised as one of the top 2% scientists across the world, as per Stanford University's 2026 list. He ranks 31056 in the list based on the composite score excluding self-citations. By the end of 2025, his h-index, excluding self-citations is 32.
His main field of research is Clinical Medicine; subfield 1 is Oncology and Carcinogenesis, and subfield 2 is General and Internal Medicine.
(10) Dr. Prashant Mathur- ICMR-National Institute of NCD Epidemiology
Dr. Prashant Mathur (MBBS, DCH, Dip.NB, Ph.D, MNAMS) is Director, ICMR-National Centre for Disease Informatics and Research at Indian Council of Medical Research.
He has been recognised as one of the top 2% scientists across the world, as per Stanford University's 2026 list. He ranks 35982 in the list based on the composite score excluding self-citations. By the end of 2025, his h-index, excluding self-citations is 24.
His main field of research is Clinical Medicine; subfield 1 is Oncology and Carcinogenesis, and subfield 2 is General and Internal Medicine.
(11) Manzoor Ahmad Mir - University of Kashmir
Manzoor Ahmad Mir (M. Sc, Ph. D.) is an Associate Professor and Head of Department of Bioresources, School of Biological Sciences, University of Kashmir, Srinagar.
He has been recognised as one of the top 2% scientists across the world, as per Stanford University's 2026 list. He ranks 36693 in the list based on the composite score excluding self-citations. By the end of 2025, his h-index, excluding self-citations is 13.
His main field of research is Clinical Medicine; subfield 1 is Oncology and Carcinogenesis, and subfield 2 is Artificial Intelligence and Image Processing.
(12) Manjeshwar Shrinath Baliga- Yenepoya (Deemed to be University)
Manjeshwar Shrinath Baliga (PhD, MBA) is Head of Research and Senior Radiation Biologist at Mangalore Institute of Oncology Private Limited.
He has been recognised as one of the top 2% scientists across the world, as per Stanford University's 2026 list. He ranks 47048 in the list based on the composite score excluding self-citations. By the end of 2025, his h-index, excluding self-citations is 12.
His main field of research is Clinical Medicine; subfield 1 is Oncology and Carcinogenesis, and subfield 2 is Food Science.
(13) Dr. Pankaj P. Chaturvedi - Tata Memorial Hospital
Dr. Pankaj Chaturvedi is Head Neck Cancer Surgeon and Deputy Director of Center for Cancer Epidemiology at Tata Memorial Centre, Mumbai.
He has been recognised as one of the top 2% scientists across the world, as per Stanford University's 2026 list. He ranks 50866 in the list based on the composite score excluding self-citations. By the end of 2025, his h-index, excluding self-citations is 23.
His main field of research is Clinical Medicine; subfield 1 is Oncology and Carcinogenesis, and subfield 2 is Otorhinolaryngology.
(14) Durairaj Sekar- Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences
Durairaj Sekar is a Professor at Saveetha University. He has been recognised as one of the top 2% scientists across the world, as per Stanford University's 2026 list. He ranks 51430 in the list based on the composite score excluding self-citations. By the end of 2025, his h-index, excluding self-citations is 12.
His main field of research is Clinical Medicine; subfield 1 is Oncology and Carcinogenesis, and subfield 2 is Dentistry.
(15) Shashank Muthu Kumar- Central University of Punjab
Shashank Muthu Kumar (PhD Biochemistry) is Assistant Professor at Central University of Punjab.
He has been recognised as one of the top 2% scientists across the world, as per Stanford University's 2026 list. He ranks 56810 in the list based on the composite score excluding self-citations. By the end of 2025, his h-index, excluding self-citations is 11.
His main field of research is Clinical Medicine; subfield 1 is Oncology and Carcinogenesis, and subfield 2 is Biochemistry and Molecular Biology.
(16) Ramarao Malla- Gandhi Institute of Technology and Management (GITAM)
M Rama Rao is a professor in the Department of Life Sciences, GITAM School of Science, Visakhapatnam.
He has been recognised as one of the top 2% scientists across the world, as per Stanford University's 2026 list. He ranks 60971 in the list based on the composite score excluding self-citations. By the end of 2025, his h-index, excluding self-citations is 12.
His main field of research is Clinical Medicine; subfield 1 is Oncology and Carcinogenesis, and subfield 2 is Medicinal and Biomolecular Chemistry.
(17) Tikam Chand Dakal- Mohanlal Sukhadia University
Dr. Tikam Chand Dakal is working as an Assistant Professor at Mohanlal Sukhadia University, Udaipur, India. He completed his Ph.D. in Italy and a postdoc in Canada and France.
He has been recognised as one of the top 2% scientists across the world, as per Stanford University's 2026 list. He ranks 61294 in the list based on the composite score excluding self-citations. By the end of 2025, his h-index, excluding self-citations is 16.
His main field of research is Biomedical Research; subfield 1 is Oncology and Carcinogenesis, and subfield 2 is Microbiology.
(18) Mohit Kumar Jolly- Indian Institute of Science
Mohit Kumar Jolly is an Associate Professor at Indian Institute of Science. His research focuses on integrating systems-level computational and experimental approaches to elucidate the principles of cancer progression, specifically cancer metastasis and drug resistance.
He has been recognised as one of the top 2% scientists across the world, as per Stanford University's 2026 list. He ranks 76958 in the list based on the composite score excluding self-citations. By the end of 2025, his h-index, excluding self-citations is 16.
His main field of research is Clinical Medicine; subfield 1 is Oncology and Carcinogenesis, and subfield 2 is Developmental Biology.
(19) Harpreet Singh- IFTM University
Harpreet Singh (M. Pharm, PhD) is Professor at the School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, IFTM University.
He has been recognised as one of the top 2% scientists across the world, as per Stanford University's 2026 list. He ranks 103425 in the list based on the composite score excluding self-citations. By the end of 2025, his h-index, excluding self-citations is 20.
His main field of research is Clinical Medicine; subfield 1 is Oncology and Carcinogenesis, and subfield 2 is Medicinal and Biomolecular Chemistry.
(20) Mahitosh Mandal- Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur
Mahitosh Mandal is a Professor in the Department of Medical Science and Technology, IIT Kharagpur.
He has been recognised as one of the top 2% scientists across the world, as per Stanford University's 2026 list. He ranks 104252 in the list based on the composite score excluding self-citations. By the end of 2025, his h-index, excluding self-citations is 15.
His main field of research is Clinical Medicine; subfield 1 is Oncology and Carcinogenesis, and subfield 2 is Biochemistry and Molecular Biology.
(21) Dr. Conjeevaram S. Pramesh- Tata Memorial Hospital
Dr. Conjeevaram S. Pramesh is the Director of the Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai and Professor and Head of Thoracic Surgery at the Tata Memorial Centre.
He has been recognised as one of the top 2% scientists across the world, as per Stanford University's 2026 list. He ranks 106595 in the list based on the composite score excluding self-citations. By the end of 2025, his h-index, excluding self-citations is 20.
His main field of research is Clinical Medicine; subfield 1 is Oncology and Carcinogenesis, and subfield 2 is Respiratory System.
(22) Ganesh Chandra Jagetia - Mizoram University
Ganesh Chandra Jagetia, Professor (Zoology) at Mizoram University, has 37 years of research experience in Radiation and Cancer Biology and Regenerative Medicine.
He has been recognised as one of the top 2% scientists across the world, as per Stanford University's 2026 list. He ranks 109484 in the list based on the composite score excluding self-citations. By the end of 2025, his h-index, excluding self-citations is 7.
His main field of research is Clinical Medicine; subfield 1 is Oncology and Carcinogenesis, and subfield 2 is Toxicology.
(23) Dr. Rakesh Kumar- Himalayan Institute of Medical Sciences
Dr. Rakesh Kumar is Associate Professor in the Department of Paediatrics in the Himalayan Institute of Medical Sciences.
He has been recognised as one of the top 2% scientists across the world, as per Stanford University's 2026 list. He ranks 111132 in the list based on the composite score excluding self-citations. By the end of 2025, his h-index, excluding self-citations is 11.
His main field of research is Clinical Medicine; subfield 1 is Oncology and Carcinogenesis, and subfield 2 is Biochemistry and Molecular Biology.
(24) Dr. Rajendra Achyut Badwe- Homi Bhabha National Institute
Dr. Rajendra Achyut Badwe, is an Indian medical doctor and surgical oncologist. He received the Padma Shri, India's fourth highest civilian award, for his contributions to the field of medicine. He is the former Director of Tata Memorial Centre.
He has been recognised as one of the top 2% scientists across the world, as per Stanford University's 2026 list. He ranks 114319 in the list based on the composite score excluding self-citations. By the end of 2025, his h-index, excluding self-citations is 15.
His main field of research is Clinical Medicine; subfield 1 is Oncology and Carcinogenesis, and subfield 2 is General and Internal Medicine.
(25) Dr Radhakrishnan S. Venkatraman- Cancer Institute India
Dr. Venkatraman Radhakrishnan is a Professor and Head of the Department of Medical and Pediatric Oncology at the Cancer Institute (W.I.A), located in Adyar, Chennai.
He has been recognised as one of the top 2% scientists across the world, as per Stanford University's 2026 list. He ranks 115441 in the list based on the composite score excluding self-citations. By the end of 2025, his h-index, excluding self-citations is 22.
His main field of research is Clinical Medicine; subfield 1 is Oncology and Carcinogenesis, and subfield 2 is Immunology.
(26) Subhojit Dey- Disha Foundation
Subhojit Dey (MPH, PhD) is the Executive Director, Disha Foundation.
He has been recognised as one of the top 2% scientists across the world, as per Stanford University's 2026 list. He ranks 116374 in the list based on the composite score excluding self-citations. By the end of 2025, his h-index, excluding self-citations is 24.
His main field of research is Clinical Medicine; subfield 1 is Oncology and Carcinogenesis, and subfield 2 is General and Internal Medicine.
(27) Dr. Gourva Kishor Rath-All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi
Prof. (Dr.) Goura Kishor Rath is a Oncologist practicing in New Delhi. He worked as a Professor, Department of Radiation Oncology , and Head, National Cancer Institute, AIIMS, New Delhi.
He has been recognised as one of the top 2% scientists across the world, as per Stanford University's 2026 list. He ranks 118045 in the list based on the composite score excluding self-citations. By the end of 2025, his h-index, excluding self-citations is 19.
His main field of research is Clinical Medicine; subfield 1 is Oncology and Carcinogenesis, and subfield 2 is Nuclear Medicine and Medical Imaging.
(28) Dr. S. Misra- Atal Bihari Vajpayee Medical University
Prof. Sanjeev Misra served as the Vice-Chancellor of Atal Bihari Vajpayee Medical University (ABVMU) in Lucknow. He is a surgical oncologist, former founder Director and CEO of AIIMS Jodhpur (2012–2022), and former Head of Surgical Oncology at King George's Medical University (KGMU), Lucknow.
He has been recognised as one of the top 2% scientists across the world, as per Stanford University's 2026 list. He ranks 121688 in the list based on the composite score excluding self-citations. By the end of 2025, his h-index, excluding self-citations is 29.
His main field of research is Clinical Medicine; subfield 1 is Oncology and Carcinogenesis, and subfield 2 is General and Internal Medicine.
(29) Dr. Anil Keith D. D'Cruz - Apollo Hospitals, Navi Mumbai
Dr. Anil K D'Cruz is a highly experienced Head and Neck Surgical Oncologist based in Mumbai, Maharashtra, with a remarkable 33 years of dedicated practice in the field. He holds multiple prestigious qualifications, including an MS, DNB, and FRCS, showcasing his commitment to the highest standards of medical education and excellence.
He has been recognised as one of the top 2% scientists across the world, as per Stanford University's 2026 list. He ranks 121757 in the list based on the composite score excluding self-citations. By the end of 2025, his h-index, excluding self-citations is 13.
His main field of research is Clinical Medicine; subfield 1 is Oncology and Carcinogenesis, and subfield 2 is Otorhinolaryngology.
(30) Dr. Kumar P. Prabhash- Homi Bhabha National Institute
Dr. Kumar. P. Prabhash is a Professor, Medical Oncology at Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai.
He has been recognised as one of the top 2% scientists across the world, as per Stanford University's 2026 list. He ranks 122707 in the list based on the composite score excluding self-citations. By the end of 2025, his h-index, excluding self-citations is 16.
His main field of research is Clinical Medicine; subfield 1 is Oncology and Carcinogenesis, and subfield 2 is General and Internal Medicine.
(31) Rana P. Singh- Jawaharlal Nehru University
Rana P. Singh is a Professor at Jawaharlal Nehru University. His areas of research include Carcinogenesis, Cancer Chemoprevention and Therapeutics, Tumor Angiogenesis, Radiation Therapy, Cancer Stem Cells, Spheroids, Organoids, Microgravity and Cancer, Anticancer Natural Agents, Ayurveda Biology.
He has been recognised as one of the top 2% scientists across the world, as per Stanford University's 2026 list. He ranks 123438 in the list based on the composite score excluding self-citations. By the end of 2025, his h-index, excluding self-citations is 12.
His main field of research is Clinical Medicine; subfield 1 is Oncology and Carcinogenesis, and subfield 2 is Biochemistry and Molecular Biology.
(32) Ujjawal Sharma- Central University of Punjab
Ujjawal Sharma is an Assistant Professor at Central University of Punjab. He has been recognised as one of the top 2% scientists across the world, as per Stanford University's 2026 list. He ranks 124058 in the list based on the composite score excluding self-citations. By the end of 2025, his h-index, excluding self-citations is 15.
His main field of research is Clinical Medicine; subfield 1 is Oncology and Carcinogenesis, and subfield 2 is General and Internal Medicine.
(33) Dr Sudeep Gupta - Homi Bhabha National Institute
Dr Sudeep Gupta is an Indian medical doctor and medical oncologist, currently serving as the Director of the Tata Memorial Centre (TMC), a unit of the Department of Atomic Energy, Government of India.
He has been recognised as one of the top 2% scientists across the world, as per Stanford University's 2026 list. He ranks 125963 in the list based on the composite score excluding self-citations. By the end of 2025, his h-index, excluding self-citations is 15.
His main field of research is Clinical Medicine; subfield 1 is Oncology and Carcinogenesis, and subfield 2 is General and Internal Medicine.
(34) Pankaj Garg- GLA University, Mathura
Pankaj Garg is an Assistant Professor, GLA University, Mathura. He has been recognised as one of the top 2% scientists across the world, as per Stanford University's 2026 list. He ranks 126963 in the list based on the composite score excluding self-citations. By the end of 2025, his h-index, excluding self-citations is 11.
His main field of research is Clinical Medicine; subfield 1 is Oncology and Carcinogenesis, and subfield 2 is Pharmacology and Pharmacy.
(35) Manoj Garg- Amity University
Manoj Garg (PhD) is a Professor at Amity Institute of Molecular Medicine and Stem Cell Research. He has been recognised as one of the top 2% scientists across the world, as per Stanford University's 2026 list. He ranks 132684 in the list based on the composite score excluding self-citations. By the end of 2025, his h-index, excluding self-citations is 12.
His main field of research is Clinical Medicine; subfield 1 is Oncology and Carcinogenesis, and subfield 2 is Biochemistry and Molecular Biology.
(36) Muzafar Ahmad MacHa- Islamic University of Science and Technology
Muzafar Ahmad MacHa (PhD) is Associate Dean, School of Health Sciences at Islamic University of Science & Technology, Pulwama.
He has been recognised as one of the top 2% scientists across the world, as per Stanford University's 2026 list. He ranks 138395 in the list based on the composite score excluding self-citations. By the end of 2025, his h-index, excluding self-citations is 16.
His main field of research is Clinical Medicine; subfield 1 is Oncology and Carcinogenesis, and subfield 2 is Immunology.
(37) Shailima D.V. Rampogu- Cachet Big Data Lab
Dr. Shailima D.V. Rampogu is a computational biology and bioinformatics researcher affiliated with Cachet Big Data Lab in Hyderabad, Telangana, India.
She has been recognised as one of the top 2% scientists across the world, as per Stanford University's 2026 list. She ranks 139136 in the list based on the composite score excluding self-citations. By the end of 2025, her h-index, excluding self-citations is 9.
Her main field of research is Clinical Medicine; subfield 1 is Oncology and Carcinogenesis, and subfield 2 is Biochemistry and Molecular Biology.
(38) Dr. Navneet Singh- Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh
Dr. Navneet Singh is a Professor of Pulmonology/Thoracic Oncology at Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, India.
He has been recognised as one of the top 2% scientists across the world, as per Stanford University's 2026 list. He ranks 141406 in the list based on the composite score excluding self-citations. By the end of 2025, his h-index, excluding self-citations is 17.
His main field of research is Clinical Medicine; subfield 1 is Oncology and Carcinogenesis, and subfield 2 is Respiratory System.
(39) Hifzur R. Siddique- Aligarh Muslim University
Hifzur R. Siddique is an Assistant Professor of Zoology at Aligarh Muslim University.
He has been recognised as one of the top 2% scientists across the world, as per Stanford University's 2026 list. He ranks 146020 in the list based on the composite score excluding self-citations. By the end of 2025, his h-index, excluding self-citations is 12.
His main field of research is Clinical Medicine; subfield 1 is Oncology and Carcinogenesis, and subfield 2 is Toxicology.
(40) Anirban Goutam Mukherjee- SR University
Anirban Goutam Mukherjee is Assistant Professor & Associate Dean of Research at SR University, Former Fellow of the Sakura Science Exchange Program.
He has been recognised as one of the top 2% scientists across the world, as per Stanford University's 2026 list. He ranks 153352 in the list based on the composite score excluding self-citations. By the end of 2025, his h-index, excluding self-citations is 13.
His main field of research is Clinical Medicine; subfield 1 is Oncology and Carcinogenesis, and subfield 2 is Immunology.
(41) Kuzhuvelil B. Harikumar- Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology
Kuzhuvelil B. Harikumar is an academic researcher from Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology.
He has been recognised as one of the top 2% scientists across the world, as per Stanford University's 2026 list. He ranks 157177 in the list based on the composite score excluding self-citations. By the end of 2025, his h-index, excluding self-citations is 14.
His main field of research is Clinical Medicine; subfield 1 is Oncology and Carcinogenesis, and subfield 2 is Biochemistry and Molecular Biology.
(42) Dr. Umesh M. Mahantshetty- Homi Bhabha Cancer Hospital and Research Centre
Dr. Umesh M. Mahantshetty is Director at Homi Bhabha Cancer Hospital and Research Centre.
He has been recognised as one of the top 2% scientists across the world, as per Stanford University's 2026 list. He ranks 158595 in the list based on the composite score excluding self-citations. By the end of 2025, his h-index, excluding self-citations is 17.
His main field of research is Clinical Medicine; subfield 1 is Oncology and Carcinogenesis, and subfield 2 is Nuclear Medicine and Medical Imaging.
(43) Dr. Vanita Maria Noronha- Tata Memorial Hospital
Dr. Vanita Maria Noronha is Professor and Medical Oncologist, Tata Memorial Hospital, Mumbai.
She has been recognised as one of the top 2% scientists across the world, as per Stanford University's 2026 list. She ranks 160230 in the list based on the composite score excluding self-citations. By the end of 2025, her h-index, excluding self-citations is 13.
Her main field of research is Clinical Medicine; subfield 1 is Oncology and Carcinogenesis, and subfield 2 is Otorhinolaryngology.
(44) Abhishek Shankar- All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi
Abhishek Shankar is an Associate Professor, Radiation Oncology at All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi.
He has been recognised as one of the top 2% scientists across the world, as per Stanford University's 2026 list. He ranks 160673 in the list based on the composite score excluding self-citations. By the end of 2025, his h-index, excluding self-citations is 15.
His main field of research is Clinical Medicine; subfield 1 is Oncology and Carcinogenesis, and subfield 2 is General and Internal Medicine.
(45) Surajit Pathak- Chettinad Academy of Research and Education
Surajit Pathak (PhD) is a Professor at Chettinad Hospital and Research Institute.
He has been recognised as one of the top 2% scientists across the world, as per Stanford University's 2026 list. He ranks 160897 in the list based on the composite score excluding self-citations. By the end of 2025, his h-index, excluding self-citations is 15.
His main field of research is Clinical Medicine; subfield 1 is Oncology and Carcinogenesis, and subfield 2 is Biochemistry and Molecular Biology.
(46) Dhruv Kumar- University of Petroleum and Energy Studies
Dhruv Kumar (B.Sc (BHU), M.Sc (AU), PhD (UNIBO-Italy), PDF (KUMC-USA)) is Professor at University of Petroleum and Energy Studies.
He has been recognised as one of the top 2% scientists across the world, as per Stanford University's 2026 list. He ranks 161457 in the list based on the composite score excluding self-citations. By the end of 2025, his h-index, excluding self-citations is 14.
His main field of research is Clinical Medicine; subfield 1 is Oncology and Carcinogenesis, and subfield 2 is Pharmacology and Pharmacy.
(47) Antara Banerjee- Chettinad Academy of Research and Education
Prof. Antara Banerjee is Professor and Research Co-Ordinator, FAHS, Department of Biotechnology, Chettinad Academy of Research and Education, Chennai.
She has been recognised as one of the top 2% scientists across the world, as per Stanford University's 2026 list. She ranks 170883 in the list based on the composite score excluding self-citations. By the end of 2025, her h-index, excluding self-citations is 15.
Her main field of research is Clinical Medicine; subfield 1 is Oncology and Carcinogenesis, and subfield 2 is Biochemistry and Molecular Biology.
(48) Dr. Tejpal Gupta- Tata Memorial Hospital
Dr. Tejpal Gupta from Tata Memorial Hospital has been recognised as one of the top 2% scientists across the world, as per Stanford University's 2026 list. He ranks 171325 in the list based on the composite score excluding self-citations. By the end of 2025, his h-index, excluding self-citations is 12.
His main field of research is Clinical Medicine; subfield 1 is Oncology and Carcinogenesis, and subfield 2 is Neurology and Neurosurgery.
(49) Dr. Suryanarayana S.V. Deo - All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi
Dr. Suryanarayana S.V. Deo (Prof. S.V.S. Deo) is a prominent Indian surgical oncologist and researcher, previously working at AIIMS New Delhi.
He has been recognised as one of the top 2% scientists across the world, as per Stanford University's 2026 list. He ranks 172609 in the list based on the composite score excluding self-citations. By the end of 2025, his h-index, excluding self-citations is 10.
His main field of research is Clinical Medicine; subfield 1 is Oncology and Carcinogenesis, and subfield 2 is Gastroenterology and Hepatology.
(50) Manzar Alam- Jamia Millia Islamia
Manzar Alam is currently working as a Postdoctoral Research Associate at the Department of Pathology, UT Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, Texas, USA. His primary research focus is on Liver disease, Hepatocellular carcinoma, and Cell death.
Manzar Alam worked as a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Centre for Interdisciplinary Research in Basic Sciences, Jamia Millia Islamia (A Central University), New Delhi.
He has been recognised as one of the top 2% scientists across the world, as per Stanford University's 2026 list. He ranks 173806 in the list based on the composite score excluding self-citations. By the end of 2025, his h-index, excluding self-citations is 11.
His main field of research is Clinical Medicine; subfield 1 is Oncology and Carcinogenesis, and subfield 2 is Polymers.
(51) Lalit Kumar - Shiva Institute of Pharmacy
Lalit Kumar, a Professor at Shiva Institute of Pharmacy, has been recognised as one of the top 2% scientists across the world, as per Stanford University's 2026 list. He ranks 179969 in the list based on the composite score excluding self-citations. By the end of 2025, his h-index, excluding self-citations is 10.
His main field of research is Clinical Medicine; subfield 1 is Oncology and Carcinogenesis, and subfield 2 is Immunology.
(52) Dr. Vedang Murthy- Advanced Centre for Treatment, Research & Education in Cancer
Dr. Vedang Murthy (MD, DNB) is a Professor of Radiation Oncology at Advanced Centre for Treatment, Research & Education in Cancer, Tata Memorial Centre.
He has been recognised as one of the top 2% scientists across the world, as per Stanford University's 2026 list. He ranks 188295 in the list based on the composite score excluding self-citations. By the end of 2025, his h-index, excluding self-citations is 13.
His main field of research is Clinical Medicine; subfield 1 is Oncology and Carcinogenesis, and subfield 2 is Urology and Nephrology.
(53) Vijay Maruti Patil- P.D. Hinduja National Hospital and Medical Research Centre
Dr. (Prof.) Vijay Maruti Patil is a distinguished medical oncologist consulting at P.D. Hinduja National Hospital and Medical Research Centre (Mahim and Khar facilities) in Mumbai.
He has been recognised as one of the top 2% scientists across the world, as per Stanford University's 2026 list. He ranks 195922 in the list based on the composite score excluding self-citations. By the end of 2025, his h-index, excluding self-citations is 11.
His main field of research is Clinical Medicine; subfield 1 is Oncology and Carcinogenesis, and subfield 2 is Otorhinolaryngology.
(54) Ashok Kumar Pandurangan - University of Madras
Ashok Kumar Pandurangan is Associate Professor at B.S.Abdur Rahman Crescent Institute of Science and Technology.
He has been recognised as one of the top 2% scientists across the world, as per Stanford University's 2026 list. He ranks 199595 in the list based on the composite score excluding self-citations. By the end of 2025, his h-index, excluding self-citations is 8.
His main field of research is Clinical Medicine; subfield 1 is Oncology and Carcinogenesis, and subfield 2 is Biotechnology.
(55) Girija Kuttan- Amala Cancer Hospital and Research Centre
Girija Kuttan is Professor at Amala cancer Research Centre.
She has been recognised as one of the top 2% scientists across the world, as per Stanford University's 2026 list. She ranks 203926 in the list based on the composite score excluding self-citations. By the end of 2025, her h-index, excluding self-citations is 9.
Her main field of research is Clinical Medicine; subfield 1 is Oncology and Carcinogenesis, and subfield 2 is Immunology.
(56) Shama Prasada Kabekkodu- Manipal Academy of Higher Education
Shama P Kabekkodu is Deputy Director -Grants and Consultancy, Directorate of Research and Professor, Department of Cell and Molecular Biology, Manipal School of Life Sciences, Manipal.
He has been recognised as one of the top 2% scientists across the world, as per Stanford University's 2026 list. He ranks 204141 in the list based on the composite score excluding self-citations. By the end of 2025, his h-index, excluding self-citations is 11.
His main field of research is Clinical Medicine; subfield 1 is Oncology and Carcinogenesis, and subfield 2 is Biochemistry and Molecular Biology.
(57) Jai Prakash Agarwal- Homi Bhabha National Institute
Jai Prakash Agarwal from Homi Bhabha National Institute, has been recognised as one of the top 2% scientists across the world, as per Stanford University's 2026 list. He ranks 205082 in the list based on the composite score excluding self-citations. By the end of 2025, his h-index, excluding self-citations is 14.
His main field of research is Clinical Medicine; subfield 1 is Oncology and Carcinogenesis, and subfield 2 is Otorhinolaryngology.
(58) Yogeshwer K. Shukla- Indian Institute of Toxicology Research
Yogeshwer K. Shukla is the Chief Scientist at Food, Drug & Chemical Toxicology, CSIR-Indian Institute of Toxicology Research.
He has been recognised as one of the top 2% scientists across the world, as per Stanford University's 2026 list. He ranks 209253 in the list based on the composite score excluding self-citations. By the end of 2025, his h-index, excluding self-citations is 10.
His main field of research is Clinical Medicine; subfield 1 is Oncology and Carcinogenesis, and subfield 2 is Toxicology.
(59) Rohit Gundamaraju- B. V. Raju Institute of Technology
Rohit Gundamaraju is an Assistant Professor at B. V. Raju Institute of Technology.
He has been recognised as one of the top 2% scientists across the world, as per Stanford University's 2026 list. He ranks 220966 in the list based on the composite score excluding self-citations. By the end of 2025, his h-index, excluding self-citations is 12.
His main field of research is Clinical Medicine; subfield 1 is Oncology and Carcinogenesis, and subfield 2 is Medicinal and Biomolecular Chemistry.
(60) Mayank Singh- All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi
Dr. Mayank Singh is an Associate Professor at Medical Oncology (Lab) Dr BRAIRCH AIIMS New Delhi.
He has been recognised as one of the top 2% scientists across the world, as per Stanford University's 2026 list. He ranks 225444 in the list based on the composite score excluding self-citations. By the end of 2025, his h-index, excluding self-citations is 16.
His main field of research is Clinical Medicine; subfield 1 is Oncology and Carcinogenesis, and subfield 2 is Developmental Biology.
(61) Sosmitha Girisa- Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati
Sosmitha Girisa from Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati, has been recognised as one of the top 2% scientists across the world, as per Stanford University's 2026 list. She ranks 227039 in the list based on the composite score excluding self-citations. By the end of 2025, her h-index, excluding self-citations is 16.
Her main field of research is Clinical Medicine; subfield 1 is Oncology and Carcinogenesis, and subfield 2 is Pharmacology and Pharmacy.
(62) Preet Kaur Dhillon- Centre for Chronic Disease Control
Preet Kaur Dhillon (PhD, MPH) is Research Officer at Public Health Foundation of India
She has been recognised as one of the top 2% scientists across the world, as per Stanford University's 2026 list. She ranks 231245 in the list based on the composite score excluding self-citations. By the end of 2025, her h-index, excluding self-citations is 13.
Her main field of research is Clinical Medicine; subfield 1 is Oncology and Carcinogenesis, and subfield 2 is General and Internal Medicine.
(63) Kapaettu Satyamoorthy- Manipal School of Life Sciences
Kapaettu Satyamoorthy is Professor and Director Manipal School of Life Sciences.
He has been recognised as one of the top 2% scientists across the world, as per Stanford University's 2026 list. He ranks 231993 in the list based on the composite score excluding self-citations. By the end of 2025, his h-index, excluding self-citations is 13.
His main field of research is Clinical Medicine; subfield 1 is Oncology and Carcinogenesis, and subfield 2 is Biochemistry and Molecular Biology.
(64) Cherian V. Varghese- Manipal Academy of Higher Education
Cherian V. Varghese (MD, PhD) is Adjunct Professor at Manipal Academy of Higher Education.
He has been recognised as one of the top 2% scientists across the world, as per Stanford University's 2026 list. He ranks 232077 in the list based on the composite score excluding self-citations. By the end of 2025, his h-index, excluding self-citations is 14.
His main field of research is Clinical Medicine; subfield 1 is Oncology and Carcinogenesis, and subfield 2 is General and Internal Medicine.
(65) Subba Rao V. Madhunapantula- JSS Academy of Higher Education & Research
Subba Rao V. Madhunapantula is Professor of Cellular and Molecular Biology.
He has been recognised as one of the top 2% scientists across the world, as per Stanford University's 2026 list. He ranks 232694 in the list based on the composite score excluding self-citations. By the end of 2025, his h-index, excluding self-citations is 13.
His main field of research is Clinical Medicine; subfield 1 is Oncology and Carcinogenesis, and subfield 2 is Pharmacology and Pharmacy.
(66) Jagat Rakesh Kanwar- All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Bhopal
Dr. Jagat Rakesh Kanwar is serving as Professor and Head Department of Biochemistry in AIIMS, Bhopal. He was also the Head and Group leader and Head laboratory of the Nanomedicine-Laboratory of Immunology and Molecular Biomedical Research at the School of Medicine, Faculty of Health at Deakin University, Australia.
He has been recognised as one of the top 2% scientists across the world, as per Stanford University's 2026 list. He ranks 234075 in the list based on the composite score excluding self-citations. By the end of 2025, his h-index, excluding self-citations is 9.
His main field of research is Clinical Medicine; subfield 1 is Oncology and Carcinogenesis, and subfield 2 is Nanoscience and Nanotechnology.
(67) Kumaravel Somasundaram- Indian Institute of Science
Kumaravel Somasundaram is an Indian cancer biologist and a professor at the Department of Microbiology and Cell Biology of the Indian Institute of Science. Known for his studies on the therapeutics of Glioblastoma, Somasunderam is an elected fellow of all the three major Indian science academies namely, the National Academy of Sciences, India, the Indian Academy of Sciences and the Indian National Science Academy.
He has been recognised as one of the top 2% scientists across the world, as per Stanford University's 2026 list. He ranks 239007 in the list based on the composite score excluding self-citations. By the end of 2025, his h-index, excluding self-citations is 8.
His main field of research is Clinical Medicine; subfield 1 is Oncology and Carcinogenesis, and subfield 2 is Biochemistry and Molecular Biology.
(68) Dr Sushma Bhatnagar- Max Healthcare
Dr Sushma Bhatnagar is the Principal Director – Onco-Anaesthesia, Critical Care, Pain Management, and Palliative Care at Max Healthcare.
He has been recognised as one of the top 2% scientists across the world, as per Stanford University's 2026 list. He ranks 249737 in the list based on the composite score excluding self-citations. By the end of 2025, his h-index, excluding self-citations is 9.
His main field of research is Clinical Medicine; subfield 1 is Oncology and Carcinogenesis, and subfield 2 is Anaesthesiology.
(69) Dr Sarbani Gosh-Laskar - Tata Memorial Hospital
Dr. Sarbani Ghosh-Laskar is a Professor of Radiation Oncology at Tata Memorial Hospital in Mumbai, specializing in the multimodality treatment of head and neck and esophageal cancers.
He has been recognised as one of the top 2% scientists across the world, as per Stanford University's 2026 list. He ranks 253140 in the list based on the composite score excluding self-citations. By the end of 2025, his h-index, excluding self-citations is 14.
His main field of research is Clinical Medicine; subfield 1 is Oncology and Carcinogenesis, and subfield 2 is Otorhinolaryngology.
(70) Dr Manoj Pandey- Banaras Hindu University, Institute of Medical Sciences
Dr Manoj Pandey is Dean (Research) at Banaras Hindu University (BHU), Varanasi and Head of Surgical Oncology.
He has been recognised as one of the top 2% scientists across the world, as per Stanford University's 2026 list. He ranks 273636 in the list based on the composite score excluding self-citations. By the end of 2025, his h-index, excluding self-citations is 6.
His main field of research is Clinical Medicine; subfield 1 is Oncology and Carcinogenesis, and subfield 2 is General and Internal Medicine.
(71) Shazia Shafi Sofi- University of Kashmir
Shazia Shafi Sofi from University of Kashmir has been recognised as one of the top 2% scientists across the world, as per Stanford University's 2026 list. She ranks 743096 in the list based on the composite score excluding self-citations. By the end of 2025, her h-index, excluding self-citations is 8.
Her main field of research is Clinical Medicine; subfield 1 is Oncology and Carcinogenesis, and subfield 2 is Chemical Physics.
(72) Nusrat Jan- University of Kashmir
Nusrat Jan is Research Scholar at University of Kashmir. She has been recognised as one of the top 2% scientists across the world, as per Stanford University's 2026 list. She ranks 1294430 in the list based on the composite score excluding self-citations. By the end of 2025, her h-index, excluding self-citations is 6.
Her main field of research is Clinical Medicine; subfield 1 is Oncology and Carcinogenesis, and subfield 2 is Chemical Physics.
