Umer Majeed Khaja | Cancer Biology | Young Scientist Award

Young Scientist Award

Umer Majeed Khaja
SKIMS, Srinagar, India

Umer Majeed Khaja
Affiliation SKIMS, Srinagar
Country India
Scopus ID 57900397500
Documents 7
Citations 31
h-index 4
Subject Area Cancer Biology
Event International Young Scientist Award
ORCID 0009-0000-1826-0511

Umer Majeed Khaja is a researcher associated with Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences (SKIMS), Srinagar, whose academic interests include Cancer Biology and related biomedical research. His scholarly profile records seven documents, 31 citations and an h-index of 4 according to the supplied Scopus information.
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Abstract

The Young Scientist Award profile presents the academic and research activities of Umer Majeed Khaja in Cancer Biology. His research profile is associated with biomedical investigations involving cancer-related biological mechanisms and inflammatory processes. Available bibliographic information identifies seven documents, 31 citations and an h-index of 4.
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His research record reflects participation in collaborative scientific work relevant to molecular and translational biomedical research.

Keywords

Cancer Biology, Cancer Research, Molecular Biology, Inflammation, Biomedical Research, Translational Research, Public Health, SKIMS, Young Scientist Award.

Introduction

Cancer Biology examines the cellular, molecular and physiological processes involved in cancer development and progression. Research in this field supports improved understanding of disease mechanisms, biomarkers and potential therapeutic strategies. Khaja’s documented research activity is positioned within this wider biomedical context, including investigations related to inflammatory pathways and molecular responses.
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Research Profile

Umer Majeed Khaja is affiliated with SKIMS, Srinagar, India. His Scopus Author ID is 57900397500, while his ORCID identifier is 0009-0000-1826-0511. The supplied research metrics list seven documents, 31 citations and an h-index of 4.
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These identifiers support consistent attribution of scholarly publications across academic databases.

Research Contributions

A documented collaborative study involving Khaja investigated the immunomodulatory efficacy of Cousinia thomsonii and inflammatory cascade expressions. The research examined biological markers including iNOS, COX-2, PPAR-γ, Rel-A and CRP, illustrating the use of molecular and biochemical approaches in studying inflammation.
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Such research contributes to the broader scientific understanding of inflammatory mechanisms relevant to biomedical research.

Publications

  • Dar, K. B., et al., including Umer Majeed Khaja. Immunomodulatory efficacy of Cousinia thomsonii C.B. Clarke in ameliorating inflammatory cascade expressions. Journal of Ethnopharmacology, 300, 115727.
    DOI: 10.1016/j.jep.2022.115727.
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Research Impact

The supplied Scopus profile records 31 citations and an h-index of 4, indicating measurable scholarly use of the research record.
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The documented work on inflammatory pathways contributes to the broader evidence base in biomedical science and may provide a foundation for continued investigation into molecular and cellular mechanisms associated with disease.

Award Suitability

The International Young Scientist Award provides a potential framework for recognizing emerging researchers. Khaja’s documented academic activity, publication record, citations and research involvement in Cancer Biology provide relevant evidence for consideration. Final eligibility and award selection should, however, be determined according to the official criteria and independent evaluation procedures of the awarding organization.
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Conclusion

Umer Majeed Khaja’s academic profile reflects an emerging contribution to Cancer Biology and related biomedical research. His indexed research activity, citation record and documented work involving inflammatory mechanisms provide a basis for continued scholarly development. These achievements may be considered in the context of young-scientist recognition while maintaining a distinction between documented research outputs and award outcomes.

References

  1. Elsevier. (n.d.). Scopus author details: Umer Majeed Khaja, Author ID 57900397500. Scopus.
    https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=57900397500
  2. Immunomodulatory efficacy of Cousinia thomsonii C.B. Clarke in ameliorating inflammatory cascade expressions.
    https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jep.2022.115727
  3. ORCID. (n.d.). ORCID record: Umer Majeed Khaja.
    https://orcid.org/0009-0000-1826-0511
  4. International Young Scientist Award. (n.d.). International Young Scientist Award.
    https://youngscientistaward.com/

 

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