Dr. Narendra Kumar

Associate Professor

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Biography

Narendra Kumar is an Associate Professor in the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences at Texas A&M University. He completed his PhD in Microbial Biotechnology at the Indian Institute of Technology and holds a Master of Science degree in Marine Biotechnology from Goa University. His research focuses on chronic mucosal inflammation and its association with various diseases, including Ulcerative Colitis, Crohn’s disease, and other epithelial cancers. He employs a range of methodologies, including in-vitro analysis, ex-vivo confirmation, and in-vivo studies to discover therapeutic targets and better understand regulatory mechanisms of mucosal inflammation. Dr. Kumar has published numerous articles and received accolades for his contributions to the field, including awards from the Crohn's Colitis Foundation America and teaching interests that encompass microbiology, immunology, and integrated pharmacotherapy. He actively engages with the academic community, serving on review boards and working groups for organizations such as the National Institutes of Health. His contributions to advanced therapeutics and drug development have positioned him as a prominent figure in biomedical research.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2015-01-01 — Present

Texas A&M Irma Lerma Rangel School of Pharmacy • Kingsville, TX

Teaching and conducting research in the field of Pharmaceutical Sciences.

Awards

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Distinguished Faculty Award

2018-06-02
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Artificial Intelligence Molecular Simulation (AIMS) Award

2019-01-01

Patents

Methods for Screening Janus Kinase 3 Interacting Compounds

9,739,779 2017-08-22

A United States patent for screening compounds interacting with Jak3.

Biomarkers for Early Detection of Colorectal Cancer

4812HSC18 2018-09-11

A patent related to non-invasive diagnostic biomarkers.

Requirements for Texas A&M University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
Prerequisites
Baccalaureate degree Baccalaureate degree in Communication or related field preferred
Application Checklist
  • Curriculum Vita
  • Statement of Purpose (500-750 words)
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  • GraduateCAS Application
Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Communication and Journalism. Ph.D. program only currently admitting. GRE is test-optional.