Inflammation and Cancer: Mechanisms, Diagnosis, and Therapeutic Strategies delves into the intricate relationship between inflammation and cancer, a crucial area of contemporary biomedical research. Sections provide an overview of inflammation's role in cancer, discussing molecular connections and signaling pathways. Chapters explore inflammatory pathways in various cancers, including breast, oral, lung, prostate, skin, and gastrointestinal cancers. The book also covers tumorigenesis, metastasis, preventive strategies, inflammatory biomarkers for cancer diagnosis, and innovative therapeutic designs. Final chapters focus on the dual role of platelets, targeting tumor-associated macrophages, novel treatment approaches, and recent advances in the field.
This title offers substantial benefits to researchers, clinicians, and healthcare professionals by providing a thorough understanding of the cellular and molecular pathways linking inflammation and cancer, aiding in the development of effective anti-cancer immunotherapies. By highlighting the latest research and potential therapeutic strategies, this book serves as an essential resource for anyone dedicated to combating cancer through innovative and informed immunotherapeutic approaches.
- Explores the intricate relationship between inflammation and cancer, tumor initiation, and progression
- Provides a comprehensive analyses of inflammatory pathways in various cancers
- Offers insights into molecular mechanisms and the inflammatory signaling pathways crucial for developing effective anti-cancer therapies
- Highlights innovative immunotherapeutic strategies and preventive measures to more effectively target cancer
- Conveys the latest research advancements and future directions in cancer-related inflammation studies
Dr. Anoop Kumar is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Pharmacology at Delhi Pharmaceutical Sciences & Research University (DPSRU), India. With a distinguished career, he has previously served as an Assistant Professor and Head at the National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research (NIPER), Raebareli, and as Head and Associate Professor at ISF College of Pharmacy, Moga, Punjab. Dr. Kumar has also held research positions at Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Limited and Translational Health Science Institute (THSTI). He earned his Ph.D. from Birla Institute of Technology, Mesra, Ranchi, as a DST INSPIRE Fellow. He is an Associate Editor for Health Sciences Review and Acta Neurologica Scandinavica. His research focuses on drug repurposing, clinical trial meta-analysis, pharmacoeconomics, and pharmacovigilance.
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.
Arun Kumar Singh is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Pharmacy at Vivekanand Global University, where he is involved in teaching and interdisciplinary research. His academic interests span nano-formulation, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data analytics, Internet of Things (IoT), blockchain, cancer biology, and neuroscience.
He has contributed to scholarly literature through a book published with IOP Publishing, five book chapters with River Publishers, and 28 review articles in peer-reviewed journals, including publications in Biochimica et Biophysica Acta (BBA) – Reviews on Cancer.
He has also authored and edited books with publishers such as Elsevier, CRC Press, and Wiley. His work focuses on the integration of pharmaceutical sciences with emerging technologies, with an emphasis on interdisciplinary research and healthcare-related applications.
Dr. Ashutosh Pareek, Professor at Banasthali Vidyapith with over 15 years of experience in pharmaceutical sciences, holds gold medals for his Master's and Bachelor's degrees in Pharmacy. Dr. Pareek specializes in neuropharmacology and innovative drug delivery systems, focusing on neurodegenerative disorders, cancer, and autoimmune diseases. His research includes developing advanced drug delivery systems for immunomodulators like naringenin. Dr. Pareek leads a research team working on these critical health issues and has published over 45 research papers and authored five technical books. He holds an international formulation patent and has received numerous awards, including the Zee National Achievers Award 2023. His work is funded by national and international agencies such as ICMR, DST-SERB, DBT, the American Association of Pharmaceutical Scientists, and the International Brain Research Organization. He serves as a Review Editor for Frontiers in Pharmacology and Frontiers in Oncology and reviews for leading journals by Elsevier, Springer, and Bentham.
Dr. Pranav Kumar Prabhakar is currently working as a Professor and Head at Department of Biotechnology, School of Engineering and Technology, Nagaland University, Meriema, Kohima, Nagaland, India. He is among the World’s Top 2% Scientists (list published by Stanford University, USA, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025). He completed his PhD in Biotechnology from IIT Madras. His research focuses on elucidating molecular mechanisms and strategies for oral insulin delivery and mimicking signaling pathways in metabolic disorders (diabetes) using natural products. Dr. Pranav is a member of the Royal Society of Chemistry and the Asia-Pacific Chemical, Biological & Environmental Engineering Society. He serves as an editorial board member and reviewer for many reputed national and international journals. His honors include a travel grant from IIT Madras and the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) to attend ATTD 2009 in Greece, approved by the Department of Science and Technology (DST). He has published over 160+ research articles, authored/edited 24 books, and 48 book chapters, and delivered 9 oral and poster presentations at scientific meetings.
