Suman Kumar Samanta

Associate Professor

Last publication 2025 Last refreshed 2026-04-01

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suman.s@adtu.in

18 h-index 47 pubs 954 cited

Biography and Research Information

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Dr. Suman Kumar Samanta's research focuses on the molecular pharmacology of cancer, the study of tumor biology, and the investigation of therapeutic potential found in indigenous medicinal plants. His work integrates traditional knowledge with contemporary scientific methods to explore novel solutions for cancer treatment. This research has led to over 40 publications in journals such as the *Journal of the National Cancer Institute*, *Cancer Letters*, and *Pharmacological Research*, and includes one international and two national patents.

Dr. Samanta's recent publications examine the pharmacological effects of various plant-derived compounds, including kaempferol 3-O-rutinoside, isoverbascoside, astragalin, and mahanine, on cellular processes relevant to cancer and metabolic disorders. He has investigated mechanisms such as SIRT1 induction, GLUT4 translocation, inhibition of estrogen receptor-α and CDK4/6 expression, and modulation of adipogenesis. His work also includes comprehensive analyses of dietary phytochemicals as protective agents against breast cancer and studies on the effects of certain chemical compounds on fertility and metabolic dysfunction.

Prior to his current role, Dr. Samanta completed post-doctoral studies at the University of Pittsburgh and held a position as Scientist C at the Institute of Advanced Study in Science and Technology (IASST) in India. His research network includes collaborations with researchers at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, such as Mumtaz Patel, Mausam Patel, Gary D. Lewis, and R.J. Megahed, with whom he has co-authored multiple publications. Dr. Samanta maintains an active lab website to share his research findings.

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  • h-index: 18
  • Publications: 47
  • Citations: 954

Selected Publications

  • Dual-Energy Spectral CT Quantitative Parameters as Potential Indicator of Response Assessment in Head-Neck Cancer Treatment: A Preliminary Study (2025)
  • A Single Institution Experience of a Biweekly Head and Neck Contouring Peer Review (2023)
  • Analysis of the Cancer Imaging Archive for Patterns of Locoregional Failure in Relation to the Mucous Membranes among Patients with Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma: Potential Organ at Risk that can be Spared? (2023)

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