Research Scholar at IIT Jammu, India.
Mr. Natish Kumar is a pioneering Ph.D. researcher at IIT Jammu, specializing in the development of integrated microfluidic platforms for rapid and cost-effective detection of infectious diseases. His work focuses on combining LAMP, CRISPR, and biosensor technologies to create next-generation diagnostic tools for point-of-care settings. His multidisciplinary expertise spans microfluidics, molecular biology, genetic engineering, and biosensing, and his innovations have earned him national awards and international recognition. He is committed to translational biotechnology that bridges academic research and real-world health applications.
Publication Profile
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Education
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Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering
Indian Institute of Technology Jammu, India (2021–Present)
Thesis Title: Loop-mediated Isothermal Amplification (LAMP) Integrated in Microfluidic Platform for Point-of-Care Detection of Viral Pathogenic Nucleic Acids
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Master of Science in Biotechnology
Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University, Katra, J&K, India (2015–2017)
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Bachelor of Science
Jammu University, Jammu, India (2012–2015)
Professional Experience
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Project Assistant-II
Council of Scientific and Industrial Research–Indian Institute of Integrative Medicine (CSIR–IIIM), Jammu (2018–2020)
Worked on the CSIR-Phytopharmaceutical Mission, focusing on cultivation, processing, and value addition of aromatic crops in the Bundelkhand region.
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Research Internships and Dissertation Projects:
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Conducted a detailed clinical-genetic case study on Neurofibromatosis in Jammu & Kashmir.
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Investigated Y-chromosome genetic diversity across local populations using high-throughput molecular techniques.
Research Interests
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Microfluidics & Lab-on-a-Chip systems
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Point-of-Care Diagnostics & Biosensors
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Isothermal Nucleic Acid Amplification (LAMP)
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CRISPR-Cas Systems in Molecular Diagnostics
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Electrochemical & Optical Sensing Methods
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BioMEMS & Organ-on-a-Chip Technologies
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Molecular Biology and Genetic Engineering Techniques
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Technology Transfer and Patent-Oriented Innovation
📊 Author Metrics
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Total Citations: 130+
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Top Cited Publication: 47 citations
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Total Publications: 10+ (peer-reviewed journals and book chapters)
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Co-authors: Collaborated with leading researchers in biosensing and microfluidics
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Conference Presentations: Multiple international and national-level presentations
🏆 Achievements and Awards
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First Prize – IDAPT Health-Tech Hackathon 2023, IIT (BHU)
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Gandhian Young Technological Innovation (GYTI) Award 2023
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Winner – Start-Up Idea of 2025, TBIC, SMVDU
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CSIR-UGC NET Qualified (Life Sciences, 2019)
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SERB Travel Grant Recipient – MicroTAS 2024, Canada
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Best Paper Poster Award – Electrochemical Science and Technology 2024, IISc Bangalore
Top Noted Publication
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Microfluidics-Based Nanobiosensors for Healthcare Monitoring
Molecular Biotechnology, 2024 – 47 citations
(M. Kumari, V. Gupta, N. Kumar, R.K. Arun)
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Integrated Microfluidic Devices for Point-of-Care Detection of Bio-analytes and Diseases
Sensors & Diagnostics, 2023 – 35 citations
(P.P. Behera, N. Kumar, M. Kumari, S. Kumar, P.K. Mondal, R.K. Arun)
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Optimization and Validation of RT-LAMP Assay for Diagnosis of SARS-CoV-2
Virology Journal, 2021 – 26 citations
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Development and Implementation of Portable Biosensors in Microfluidic Point-of-Care Devices
Miniaturized Biosensing Devices: Fabrication and Applications (Book Chapter), 2022 – 15 citations
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Bio-Inspired Self-Pumping Microfluidic Device for Urea Cleaning Using rGO-Modified Polymeric Membranes
International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 2023 – 7 citations
Conclusion
Mr. Natish Kumar is an outstanding young health researcher whose work epitomizes innovation, impact, and interdisciplinary excellence. His contributions to molecular diagnostics using microfluidic and biosensor technologies are not only academically rigorous but also socially relevant, with the potential to transform disease detection at the point of care.
Given his technical accomplishments, national awards, academic output, and commitment to solving pressing healthcare problems, Mr. Kumar is highly deserving of the Best Researcher Award in the Health Professionals category. His ongoing work demonstrates visionary thinking, translational value, and leadership potential, making him a model candidate for recognition.