Prof. Kalyani Raju is a highly accomplished pathologist, educator, and researcher with an extensive career spanning over 33 years in undergraduate teaching and 22 years in postgraduate teaching. She has significantly contributed to the field of pathology, research, and medical education while serving in various leadership roles at Sri Devaraj Urs Medical College, Karnataka.
Throughout her tenure, she has actively mentored postgraduate students, supervised PhD scholars, and guided 47 dissertation projects, playing a pivotal role in shaping the next generation of medical professionals. Her expertise extends to histopathology, cytology, cancer research, and good laboratory practices, contributing to NABL accreditation of the laboratory.
Significant Achievements
- Authored 212 research papers in indexed journals and contributed 15 book chapters.
- Presented 30 research papers at international conferences and 47 papers at national conferences.
- Recipient of 27 honors and awards, including:
- First place in Postgraduate Dissertation Competition at SDUMC, Kolar (2012).
- First place in poster presentation at IAC-KC CON 2018 for cytology-histology correlation study.
- Dr. G.V. Sambrani Oration (2024) on Evolution of Cervical Cancer Screening Techniques.
- Recognized as a PG guide by multiple universities, including Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences and Sri Devaraj Urs Academy of Higher Education & Research.
- Served as an examiner for postgraduate students at premier medical institutions, including Sri Venkateshwara Institute of Medical Sciences, MGR University, and Kerala University.
- Reviewed 43 scientific journals and served as an editorial board member for 12 journals.
Notable Contributions
Prof. Kalyani Raju has made substantial contributions to pathology research, laboratory accreditation, and academic excellence, including:
- Research & Innovation:
- Undertaken 41 research projects, of which 21 are published, 11 completed, and 9 ongoing.
- Supervisor and Co-Supervisor for PhD research in histomorphology, placenta studies, and cancer research.
- Expert in cervical cancer screening techniques, delivering the prestigious Dr. G.V. Sambrani Oration (2024).
- Medical Education & Mentorship:
- Mentored 47 dissertations and guided students in national and international research competitions.
- Invited as a guest speaker for 18 conferences and workshops.
- Pathology & Laboratory Excellence:
- 75 significant contributions to pathology and 12 contributions to research development at SDUAHER.
- Played a key role in NABL accreditation and good laboratory practices.
- Leadership & Academic Recognition:
- Member of 23 academic organizations.
- Held 33 administrative positions, contributing to institutional governance and academic policy development.
Eligibility for Outstanding Professor Award
In recognition of her outstanding contributions to pathology, research, and medical education, Prof. Kalyani Raju is eligible to receive the Outstanding Professor Award in Scientific Laurels. Her decades of dedication to medical science, leadership in academia, and commitment to research excellence make her a distinguished recipient of this prestigious honor.