Cancer biomarkers, the molecular signatures of cancer, hold immense promise in revolutionizing how we diagnose, treat, and personalize therapies for cancer patients. In this curated reference, esteemed contributors explore the multifaceted landscape of biomarker research, offering a wealth of insights and expertise in genomics, proteomics, metabolomics, and more.
Table of Contents
1. Introduction: Navigating the Landscape of Cancer Biomarkers2. Understanding the Role of Biomarkers in Cancer
3. Tools and Technologies for Biomarker Discovery
4. Genomic Biomarkers: Unraveling the DNA of Cancer
5. Proteomics and Protein Biomarkers in Oncology
6. Metabolomics: Metabolic Signatures in Cancer Biomarkers
7. Biomarker Validation and Regulatory Pathways
8. Clinical Trials and Studies for Biomarker Evaluation
9. Early Detection and Diagnostic Biomarkers
10. Prognostic Biomarkers: Predicting Disease Outcomes
11. Predictive Biomarkers: Guiding Personalized Cancer Therapies
12. Monitoring Treatment Response with Biomarkers
13. Ethical Considerations in Biomarker Research and Application
14. Challenges and Future Directions in Biomarker Development
15. Success Stories: Impactful Applications of Cancer Biomarkers
16. The Road Ahead: Advances and Innovations in Biomarker Science
Authors
Pranav Kumar Prabhakar Professor and Deputy Director, Research and Development Cell, Parul University, Gujarat, Vadodara, India.Dr. Pranav Kumar Prabhakar is currently working as a Professor and Deputy Director at Parul University, Gujarat, India. He is one of the World's Top 2% Scientists (list published by Stanford University, USA, 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024). He has completed his PhD in Biotechnology from IIT Madras. His main area of research interest focuses on elucidating molecular Mechanisms and Strategies for Oral Insulin Delivery, Mimicking the signaling pathways in Metabolic Disorders (diabetes) with Natural Products. He is a member of the Royal Society of Chemistry, and the Asia-Pacific Chemical, Biological& Environmental Engineering Society. He is also serving as an editorial board member and reviewer for many reputed national and International Journals. Dr. Pranav received honors including the recipient of a travel grant towards attending ATTD 2009 in Greece from the Indian Institute of Technology Madras & Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) and approved by the Department of Science and Technology (DST). He has published 100+ research articles in journals, authored 8 books, and 25 book chapters. He also delivered 9 oral and poster presentations in scientific meetings.
