
Overview
Background
I am an early career postdoctoral researcher in Prof. Ian Frazer's laboratory. I am a self-motivated young scientist with a research focus on cell and cancer biology, genomic instability, tumour immunology, and cellular therapies. I pursued my doctoral studies under the guidance of Prof. Kum Kum Khanna in QIMR Berghofer and conferred in April 2018, from Griffith University. Prior to my PhD, I acquired a Master of Science degree in Biotechnology, awarded in August 2013 from VIT University, India. After my PhD, I perused my first postdoctoral research experience under the supervision of Prof. Rajiv Khanna at QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute. Throughout my PhD studies, my research was focused on the development of novelcombinatorial therapeutic strategies against aggressive solid cancers . I have a strong interest in understanding the relationship between cancer signalling pathways and tumour microenvironment in aggressive malignancies.
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- Dr Debottam Sinha is:
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Qualifications
- Masters (Extended), Vellore Institute of Technology
- Doctoral (Research) of Cancer Cell Biology, Griffith University
Research interests
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Cancer Therapeutics
My research interest lies in advancing cancer therapeutics through innovative approaches, with a focus on developing targeted therapies and immunotherapies. I aim to unravel the complexities of cancer biology, identify novel therapeutic targets, and pioneer new treatment modalities to improve patient outcomes. Through interdisciplinary collaborations and cutting-edge research methodologies, I strive to contribute to the growing body of knowledge in cancer therapeutics and make impactful strides towards combating this devastating disease.
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Cancer cell biology and signalling
My research interest encompasses cancer cell biology and cell signalling pathways, such as the PI3K/AKT and MAPK pathways, delving into the intricate mechanisms that drive tumor growth and progression. By unravelling the aberrant signalling cascades within cancer cells, I aim to identify vulnerabilities and therapeutic targets to disrupt tumor growth and enhance treatment efficacy. Through comprehensive investigations and innovative approaches, I seek to deepen our understanding of cancer biology and pave the way for novel therapeutic interventions against this formidable disease
Research impacts
As an early career postdoctoral research fellow leading a dynamic research program focused on developing novel therapeutic strategies against aggressive solid cancers, my contributions to the field of cancer biology and therapeutics have been both substantial and impactful. Over the past decade, I have spearheaded multiple research projects that have significantly contributed to advancing the overall understanding of cancer biology, particularly in the realms of cell signalling, molecular target identification, and therapeutic interventions. My scholarly output stands as a testament to the depth and breadth of my research contributions. With 33 publications spanning articles, reviews, editorials, and conference papers indexed in reputable databases such as Scopus, and published in esteemed journals including EMBO Molecular Medicine, JITC, Blood, and Trends in Molecular Medicine, I have effectively disseminated key findings to the scientific community. The impact of my research is underscored by robust citation metrics, with 820 citations across 372 documents, resulting in an h-index of 12. Notably, approximately 75% of my publications showcase research utilizing preclinical models of novel therapeutic strategies, highlighting the translational relevance of my work. Moreover, my research has garnered international recognition, with citations originating from 53 countries, predominantly from the USA and European nations. My publications consistently demonstrate exceptional quality and impact, with 95.28% published in top-quartile journals and a Field-Weighted Citation Impact of 1.52, indicating citations 53% above expected levels for their field, age, and type. Furthermore, a significant proportion of my publications rank among the top cited worldwide, with 25% in the top 5% and 37.5% in the top 10% of most cited publications. Key research highlights include groundbreaking work on characterizing the functional properties of the CEP55 gene and elucidating its role in driving chemoresistance, as evidenced by publications in PMID: 30108112 and 33087841. Additionally, my contributions to the development of next-generation "Off-the-shelf T-cell therapies" for EBV-associated cancers, resulting in an international patent (US Patent App. 17/771,375, 2023), exemplify my commitment to innovation and translational impact. Collectively, with nearly five years of post-PhD experience, my research has significantly impacted the field by advancing our understanding of solid tumours and identifying new strategies to overcome chemotherapy resistance. Moving forward, I remain dedicated to furthering the development of innovative therapeutic approaches that have the potential to transform cancer treatment paradigms and improve patient outcomes.
Works
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2019
Conference Publication
Strategic inhibition of CEP55 in aggressive breast cancer leads to mitotic catastrophe
Sinha, D. (2019). Strategic inhibition of CEP55 in aggressive breast cancer leads to mitotic catastrophe. 44th Congress of the European-Society-for-Medical-Oncology (ESMO), Barcelona, Spain, 27 September - 1 October 2019. Oxford, United Kingdom: Oxford University Press.
2019
Conference Publication
Synergistic anti-cancer activity of auranofin with anti-PD-L1 therapy in triple negative breast cancer
Raninga, P., Lee, A., Sinha, D., Shin, Y-Y., Mittal, D., Kalimutho, M. and Khanna, K. K. (2019). Synergistic anti-cancer activity of auranofin with anti-PD-L1 therapy in triple negative breast cancer. 44th Congress of the European-Society-for-Medical-Oncology (ESMO), Barcelona, Spain, 27 September - 1 October 2019. Oxford, United Kingdom: Oxford University Press.
2019
Journal Article
Prophylactic and therapeutic strategies for Epstein-Barr virus-associated diseases: emerging strategies for clinical development
Dasari, Vijayendra, Sinha, Debottam, Neller, Michelle A, Smith, Corey and Khanna, Rajiv (2019). Prophylactic and therapeutic strategies for Epstein-Barr virus-associated diseases: emerging strategies for clinical development. Expert Review of Vaccines, 18 (5), 457-474. doi: 10.1080/14760584.2019.1605906
2018
Conference Publication
CEP55 over-expression causes genomic instability to initiate spontaneous tumour formation in vivo
Sinha, D., Kalimutho, M., Bain, A.L. and Khanna, K.K. (2018). CEP55 over-expression causes genomic instability to initiate spontaneous tumour formation in vivo. 25th Biennial Congress of the European Association for Cancer Research, Amsterdam, Netherlands, 30 June – 3 July 2018. London, United Kingdom: Elsevier. doi: 10.1136/esmoopen-2018-eacr25.730
2017
Conference Publication
Targeting thioredoxin reductase 1 in novel combination therapies in p53 mutant triple negative breast cancer
Raninga, P., Kalimutho, M., Sinha, D., Bain, A., Tonissen, K. and Khanna, K. K. (2017). Targeting thioredoxin reductase 1 in novel combination therapies in p53 mutant triple negative breast cancer. 42nd European Society for Medical Oncology Congress (ESMO), Madrid, Spain, 8-12 September 2017. Oxford, United Kingdom: Oxford University Press.
2017
Conference Publication
Synergistic inhibition of CEP55 induces mitotic catastrophe and specifically targets aggressive breast cancer
Sinha, D., Kalimutho, M., Lopez, A. J. and Khanna, K. K. (2017). Synergistic inhibition of CEP55 induces mitotic catastrophe and specifically targets aggressive breast cancer. 42nd European-Society-for-Medical-Oncology Congress (ESMO), Madrid, Spain, 8-12 September 2017. Oxford, United Kingdom: OXFORD UNIV.
2017
Conference Publication
Dual inhibition of MEK1/2 and PLK1 specifically targets aggressive breast cancer cell population with CEP55 elevated expression
Sinha, Debottam, Kalimutho, Murugan, Lopez, J. Alejandro and Khanna, Kum Kum (2017). Dual inhibition of MEK1/2 and PLK1 specifically targets aggressive breast cancer cell population with CEP55 elevated expression. Annual Meeting of the American-Association-for-Cancer-Research (AACR), Washington, DC , United States, 1-5 April 2017. Philadelphia, PA, United States: American Association for Cancer Research. doi: 10.1158/1538-7445.am2017-1144
2017
Journal Article
Enhanced dependency of KRAS-mutant colorectal cancer cells on RAD51-dependent homologous recombination repair identified from genetic interactions in Saccharomyces cerevisiae
Kalimutho, Murugan, Bain, Amanda L., Mukherjee, Bipasha, Nag, Purba, Nanayakkara, Devathri M., Harten, Sarah K., Harris, Janelle L., Subramanian, Goutham N., Sinha, Debottam, Shirasawa, Senji, Srihari, Sriganesh, Burma, Sandeep and Khanna, Kum Kum (2017). Enhanced dependency of KRAS-mutant colorectal cancer cells on RAD51-dependent homologous recombination repair identified from genetic interactions in Saccharomyces cerevisiae. Molecular Oncology, 11 (5), 470-490. doi: 10.1002/1878-0261.12040
2014
Journal Article
Understanding Sequence Similarity and Framework Analysis Between Centromere Proteins Using Computational Biology
Doss, C. George Priya, Chakrabarty, Chiranjib, Debajyoti, C. and Debottam, S. (2014). Understanding Sequence Similarity and Framework Analysis Between Centromere Proteins Using Computational Biology. Cell Biochemistry and Biophysics, 70 (2), 897-906. doi: 10.1007/s12013-014-9997-1
2013
Journal Article
Disruption of Mitochondrial Complexes in Cancer Stem Cells Through Nano-based Drug Delivery: A Promising Mitochondrial Medicine
Doss, C. George Priya, Debajyoti, C. and Debottam, S. (2013). Disruption of Mitochondrial Complexes in Cancer Stem Cells Through Nano-based Drug Delivery: A Promising Mitochondrial Medicine. Cell Biochemistry and Biophysics, 67 (3), 1075-1079. doi: 10.1007/s12013-013-9607-7
2013
Journal Article
Glutathione-responsive nano-transporter-mediated siRNA delivery: silencing the mRNA expression of Ras
Doss, C. George Priya, Debottam, S. and Debajyoti, C. (2013). Glutathione-responsive nano-transporter-mediated siRNA delivery: silencing the mRNA expression of Ras. Protoplasma, 250 (3), 787-792. doi: 10.1007/s00709-012-0451-1
2012
Journal Article
The impact of gold nanoparticles on hTERT gene expression leading to termination of malignant tumor
Doss, C. George Priya, Debajyoti, C. and Debottam, S. (2012). The impact of gold nanoparticles on hTERT gene expression leading to termination of malignant tumor. Gene, 493 (1), 140-141. doi: 10.1016/j.gene.2011.11.020
2012
Conference Publication
Studies on the Dielectric properties of Natural Urinary Stones
Sinha, Debottam, Anwar, K., Kumari, K., Jaishwal, S., Madeshwaran, S., Keshari, S., Babu, D. Rajan, Vidya, R. and Nambiraj, Arunai N. (2012). Studies on the Dielectric properties of Natural Urinary Stones. International Conference on Recent Trends in Advanced Materials (ICRAM 2012), Vellore, India, 20-22 February 2012. Baech, Switzerland: Scientific.Net. doi: 10.4028/www.scientific.net/amr.584.484
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Supervision history
Current supervision
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Doctor Philosophy
The Role of Bacterially Induced Inflammation in Squamous Cell Carcinoma Development
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Phil Hugenholtz, Professor Mark Morrison, Dr Janin Chandra, Professor Ian Frazer
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Doctor Philosophy
Deciphering mechanisms of fibroblast-mediated immune regulation in dysplastic cutaneous and oral mucosal epithelium
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Associate Professor Arutha Kulasinghe, Dr Janin Chandra
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Doctor Philosophy
Characterizing the cellular and molecular heterogeneity induced by n-Myc in refractory and relapsed neuroblastoma.
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Janin Chandra
Completed supervision
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2024
Doctor Philosophy
The Role of Bacterially Induced Inflammation in Squamous Cell Carcinoma Development
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Phil Hugenholtz, Professor Mark Morrison, Dr Janin Chandra, Professor Ian Frazer
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