Liquid biopsy in Cancer Management: Integrating Diagnostics and Clinical Applications

Liquid biopsy in Cancer Management: Integrating Diagnostics and Clinical Applications provides a comprehensive overview of liquid biopsy, covering its fundamental principles, technological advancements, clinical applications, and future prospects. In 16 chapters, the book focuses both on the practical implications of liquid biopsy in cancer management, and on its role in early detection, treatment monitoring, and personalized therapy. It emphasizes the integration of liquid biopsy into both diagnostic practices and therapeutic strategies, highlighting its potential to transform cancer care. The book discusses the latest research findings and explores future directions in liquid biopsy research, providing readers with a forward-looking view of the field. It includes case studies and examples to illustrate the clinical utility of liquid biopsy and enhance understanding of its applications. Overall, the book aims to be a comprehensive and authoritative resource on the subject, providing readers with a thorough understanding of the current state and future directions of liquid biopsy in cancer management.

Dr. Shvetank Bhatt is an accomplished Associate Professor in the School of Health Sciences and Technology at Dr. Vishwanath Karad MIT World Peace University, located in Pune, Maharashtra, India. He holds an M. Pharm degree in Pharmacology from Manipal College of Pharmaceutical Sciences, MAHE, Manipal, Karnataka, and a Ph.D. in Neuropharmacology from Birla Institute of Technology & Science (BITS) Pilani, Pilani Campus, Rajasthan. With many years of industrial and academic research experience, Dr. Bhatt specializes in CNS disorders, pain, inflammation, and immuno-oncology. He has received numerous accolades, including the Prof. Duggirala Visweswaram & Prof. Sreemantalu Satyanarayana Award for Best Paper in Pharmacology-IJPER in 2012 and 2014. Dr. Bhatt has published dozens of papers in various national and international journals. Dr. Bhatt is a life member of the Association of Pharmaceutical Teachers of India (APTI) and the Indian Pharmacological Society (IPS).

Dr. Kuttiappan Anitha is working as Assistant Professor in School of Pharmacy and Technology Management (SPTM), SVKM's Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies (NMIMS) Deemed-to-University, Shirpur. She has broad teaching and research experience. Dr. Anitha is recipient of “Excellence in Academic Award” 2022 from International School of Technology and Sciences Affiliated from Govt. of India. She has guided more than 45 M.Pharm students and more than 10 batches of UG Projects. She has more than 30 publications in both national and international journals. Her area of expertise includes Immunooncology, endocrine areas, Gut Microbiota, infectious Diseases. She has also written several books and many book chapters. She has organized Conferences/seminars at university levels.

Dr. Santenna Chenchula has been an academic faculty member and researcher in the Department of Pharmacology at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Bhopal. His research interests span across clinical pharmacology, with a focus on molecular medicine, precision medicine, pharmacogenomics, oncology, rational drug use, antimicrobial resistance, vaccines, drug discovery, clinical trials, and pharmacovigilance. He serves as a reviewer for several national and international journals in the field of biomedical research. To date, he has published dozens of articles in international and national journals and has authored several books as the corresponding first author. He is an active member of the Pharmacogenomics Research Network (PGRN), The American Society for Clinical Pharmacology and Therapeutics (ASCPT), and the Global Center for Evidence Synthesis (GCES). Currently, he is pursuing a PhD in clinical pharmacology, specializing in Precision Medicine and Pharmacogenomics.

Dr. Neeraj Mishra is Professor and Head of the Department of Pharmaceutics at the Amity Institute of Pharmacy, Gwalior. He has extensive teaching and research experience in pharmaceutics, with particular expertise in novel drug delivery systems, localized and targeted drug delivery, and nanocarrier-based therapeutics for cancer and neurodegenerative disorders. His research interests focus on advanced pharmaceutical formulations and controlled delivery approaches aimed at improving therapeutic outcomes.

Dr. Mishra has supervised postgraduate and doctoral research scholars and has contributed widely to academic literature through research publications, books, and book chapters with leading international publishers. He is also associated with innovation in pharmaceutical sciences through patented research contributions. Over the course of his career, he has received several academic and scientific recognitions for his contributions to teaching, research, and pharmaceutical education. He has additionally been recognized internationally for his research impact and scholarly contributions in the field of pharmaceutical sciences.