Director, National Centre for Disease Informatics and Research, ICMR (tweeting in personal capacity). RTs are not equal to endorsements!!

Bengaluru, India
Joined April 2017
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Congratulations to Dr Prashant Mathur, Director, ICMR–NINE, for being recognised among the World’s Top 2% Scientists in Clinical Medicine (Oncology & Carcinogenesis) on the Elsevier–Stanford University list for multiple years, including 2022 and 2024–2026. #icmrnine
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Accurate cancer staging is key to understanding cancer burden, outcomes & improving care. This study presents a framework to harmonize four cancer staging systems across four cancer sites Read the article: onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/… #cancerregistries #cancerstaging #icmrnine
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Dr Prashant Mathur retweeted
SHINE 2026! Students interacted with scientists, explored the practical side of statistics by using data to understand statistical concepts, & tested their knowledge through an engaging NCD quiz. SHINE inspires the next generation #shine2026 #icmrnine #ncd
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Radiotherapy is an essential component of cancer care. This #ICMRNINE study estimates India's optimal radiotherapy needs & provides important evidence to support cancer care planning and infrastructure development. Link: link.springer.com/article/10… #CancerCare #Radiotherapy
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Dr Prashant Mathur retweeted
Revisiting our nationwide study on childhood cancer care in India. The challenges identified continue to inform efforts to strengthen care delivery #ChildhoodCancer #ICMRNINE Link to the paper link.springer.com/article/10…
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New evidence from the #ICMRNINE #StrokeRegistry highlights the clinical profile, risk factors, and outcomes of cerebral venous thrombosis (#CVT) in India, emphasizing the importance of early recognition and timely treatment. link: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/4239… #StrokeResearch #ICMR
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Happy to share that the cover artwork, "Pink and Beyond," designed by the COPE Unit at ICMR-NINE, has been featured on the cover of The Lancet Regional Health – Southeast Asia June 2026 issue. Article Link: thelancet.com/journals/lanse… #BreastCancer #CancerSurveillance #icmrnine
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Dr Prashant Mathur retweeted
Our recent publication in International Journal of Noncommunicable Diseases on NCD surveillance in India proposes a Whole-of-Society and Whole-of-Government approach to strengthen prevention, early detection, risk assessment, and action against NCDs. #NCDSurveillance #icmrnine
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Dr Prashant Mathur retweeted
Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatotic Liver Disease(#MASLD) a common, silent, liver condition linked to obesity diabetes & unhealthy lifestyle habits. Early detection, healthy eating, regular exercise, and routine check-ups can help protect your liver health #WorldLiverDay
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Our recent Lancet regional SEA publication on breast cancer metastasis highlights a clear message from India’s data: when diagnosis is delayed, survival is compromised. While tumour biology influences risk, early detection can change health outcomes #breastcancer
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Dr Prashant Mathur retweeted
On #WorldHealthDay2026, ICMR-NINE reaffirms its expanded mandate and renewed commitment to generating robust evidence for informed policy and stronger public health action.
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Dr Prashant Mathur retweeted
The transition from NCDIR to National Institute of NCD Epidemiology (ICMR-NINE) reflects a strengthened commitment to generating robust, actionable evidence on NCDs—supporting data-driven policies, and advancing prevention, and control efforts across India #ICMRNINE
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Our publication on #prostatecancer from 96 hospitals under #NCRP describes its management in real-world settings. More than 80% began treatment within two months; there's need to strengthen referral pathways to ensure timely, stage-appropriate care link.springer.com/article/10…
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Recent ICMR NCDIR study showed standardising tumour board protocols, improving documentation through EHRs, can strengthen MTBs #TumourBoards ecancer.org/en/journal/artic…
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Dr Prashant Mathur retweeted
@ncdirindia study on stroke in India published in the @IntJStroke provides insights to strengthen early stroke recognition, improve timely access to care, and enhance acute stroke management -especially in rural populations Read here: lnkd.in/g5hQKcF2 #Stroke #StrokeCare
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Dr Prashant Mathur retweeted
Bridging the gap in STEM is now a reality Proud to share that 5 of 8 Annual Research Excellence & Impact Awards 2025 went to women scientists at our Institute. #WomenInSTEM
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We get recognised for our impactful research as per Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) IRIS metrics. Our efficiency comes from high publication equivalents per crore of funds and per Scientist A big congratulations to all the scientific technical administrative staff!!
In recognition of our impactful research, received Silver Award (Institutional category) for Publication Equivalent at DHR-ICMR HealthResearch ExcellenceSummit Dr Prashant Mathur, DirectorNCDIR  felicitated by Hon' MoS HFW Smt Anupriya Patel & MemberHealth NITI Aayog Dr VK Paul
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Dr Prashant Mathur retweeted
💡 Did You Know? ICMR has a vast network of research institutes and centres driving innovation in health and medicine across India 🇮🇳 🗳️ Poll Time! How many ICMR Institutes/Centres do you think there are nationwide?
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Dr Prashant Mathur retweeted
Importance if having a Cancer registry and making Cancer notifiable so we can drive appropriate prevention strategies which are relevant locally . Pleasure to listen to @ICMRDELHI dr prashant mathur - He is also the first ICMR scientist to receive the clarivate web of science india excellence 2025 award- congratulations !! He single handedly has driven the cancer registry in india passionately ! Proud to collaborate with him ! @PriyankaJShukla @ShyamBihariBjp - we need to make Cancer notifiable in the amazing state of Chhattisgarh!! Cancer burden of our country should be part of every cancer congress .@BalcoMedical
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Dr Prashant Mathur retweeted
Enthusiasm marked #SHINEAtICMR Program attended by 173 school students, #Bengaluru Inspiring message by DG ICMR followed by scientific achievements. Talking to scientists was much liked #ICMRForTomorrow #FutureScientists #ViksitBharat #OneDayAsAScientist @ICMRDELHI @drmathurp
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