ADVIP Member Directory Listed by Country
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On this page you will see the Master List of all members organized by world region and country. Click on a member’s name to view their full profile page containing information about their location, background, training, intervention services and research interests. In the member’s profile page, you can click on the country, state, province or city to view all other members in those categories.
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MASTER LIST OF MEMBERS BY REGION AND COUNTRY
NORTH AMERICA
CANADA
Dr Bontha V Babu (New Delhi, India) Researcher
Professional Background
ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
- Ph.D. in Anthropology from AndhraUniversity, Visakhapatnam, 1994
- Post Graduate Diploma in Applied Statistics from AndhraUniversity, 1995 – First class
- M.A. Anthropology from AndhraUniversity, 1988 – First class
- B.Sc. Botany, Zoology & Chemistry from AndhraUniversity, 1986 – First class
PRESENT EMPLOYMENT:
INDIAN COUNCIL OF MEDICAL RESEARCH, New Delhi
At ICMR headquarters:
- 1 Sept. 2011 – till date: Scientist-F & Deputy Director-General (Senior Grade)
- 19 May 2008 – 31 Aug. 2011: Scientist-E & Deputy Director-General
Responsibilities:
- Focus on health systems research and socio-behavioural research
- Research Management: Fostering and facilitating research
- Developing and conducting multi-centric country-level projects
- Activities of developing research capabilities in institutes/researchers
At ICMR’s Regional Medical Research Centre, Bhubaneswar
- December 2005 – 18 May 2008: Scientist-E & Deputy Director (Social Science)
- December 2000 – November 2005: Assistant Director (Social Science)
- December 1995 – November 2000: Senior Research Officer
Responsibilities:
- Developing and Undertaking research projects
- Operational research including development of strategies for national filariasis control programme
- Socio-economic and public health aspects of lymphatic filariasis;
- Morbidity management strategies of lymphatic filariasis
- Study on health consequences of domestic violence
- Intervention strategies to combat micronutrient malnutrition
- Networking and building partnership with State health department and local NGOs, and technical support to state government to undertaking filariasis elimination programme
- Supervise students’ research and practical fieldwork
- Assisting the Director in general administration
Services or Research Projects
- Project: Study of Health Consequences of Domestic Violence with Special Reference to Reproductive Health
Funding: Indian Council of Medical Research
Dr. Anant Kumar (Ranchi, India) Provider, Researcher
Professional Background
Dr. Anant Kumar is Assistant Professor at Xavier Institute of Social Service (XISS), Ranchi, Jharkhand, India. Trained in Psychology (University of Allahabad) and Social Sciences in Health (JNU), he offers courses in Public Health and Policy; RCH, Gender and Development; and Organizational Behaviour. He is also associated with various programmes and projects of the Institute.
Before joining XISS, Dr Kumar worked with Institute of International Education’s (IIE) Population Leadership Program in India. He is associated with various organizations and professional groups and has been published in several national and international journals. He is also on the panel of reviewers for various national and international Journals. Dr Kumar is South Asia Representative for Canadian Coalition for Global Health Research Task Group on Global Health Research Partnerships.
Specialties: Public health, women’s health, mental health, population and reproductive health, HIV/AIDS, international health, public health policy and leadership.
MEXICO
Dr Bontha V Babu (New Delhi, India) Researcher
Professional Background
ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
- Ph.D. in Anthropology from AndhraUniversity, Visakhapatnam, 1994
- Post Graduate Diploma in Applied Statistics from AndhraUniversity, 1995 – First class
- M.A. Anthropology from AndhraUniversity, 1988 – First class
- B.Sc. Botany, Zoology & Chemistry from AndhraUniversity, 1986 – First class
PRESENT EMPLOYMENT:
INDIAN COUNCIL OF MEDICAL RESEARCH, New Delhi
At ICMR headquarters:
- 1 Sept. 2011 – till date: Scientist-F & Deputy Director-General (Senior Grade)
- 19 May 2008 – 31 Aug. 2011: Scientist-E & Deputy Director-General
Responsibilities:
- Focus on health systems research and socio-behavioural research
- Research Management: Fostering and facilitating research
- Developing and conducting multi-centric country-level projects
- Activities of developing research capabilities in institutes/researchers
At ICMR’s Regional Medical Research Centre, Bhubaneswar
- December 2005 – 18 May 2008: Scientist-E & Deputy Director (Social Science)
- December 2000 – November 2005: Assistant Director (Social Science)
- December 1995 – November 2000: Senior Research Officer
Responsibilities:
- Developing and Undertaking research projects
- Operational research including development of strategies for national filariasis control programme
- Socio-economic and public health aspects of lymphatic filariasis;
- Morbidity management strategies of lymphatic filariasis
- Study on health consequences of domestic violence
- Intervention strategies to combat micronutrient malnutrition
- Networking and building partnership with State health department and local NGOs, and technical support to state government to undertaking filariasis elimination programme
- Supervise students’ research and practical fieldwork
- Assisting the Director in general administration
Services or Research Projects
- Project: Study of Health Consequences of Domestic Violence with Special Reference to Reproductive Health
Funding: Indian Council of Medical Research
Dr. Anant Kumar (Ranchi, India) Provider, Researcher
Professional Background
Dr. Anant Kumar is Assistant Professor at Xavier Institute of Social Service (XISS), Ranchi, Jharkhand, India. Trained in Psychology (University of Allahabad) and Social Sciences in Health (JNU), he offers courses in Public Health and Policy; RCH, Gender and Development; and Organizational Behaviour. He is also associated with various programmes and projects of the Institute.
Before joining XISS, Dr Kumar worked with Institute of International Education’s (IIE) Population Leadership Program in India. He is associated with various organizations and professional groups and has been published in several national and international journals. He is also on the panel of reviewers for various national and international Journals. Dr Kumar is South Asia Representative for Canadian Coalition for Global Health Research Task Group on Global Health Research Partnerships.
Specialties: Public health, women’s health, mental health, population and reproductive health, HIV/AIDS, international health, public health policy and leadership.
UNITED STATES
Dr Bontha V Babu (New Delhi, India) Researcher
Professional Background
ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
- Ph.D. in Anthropology from AndhraUniversity, Visakhapatnam, 1994
- Post Graduate Diploma in Applied Statistics from AndhraUniversity, 1995 – First class
- M.A. Anthropology from AndhraUniversity, 1988 – First class
- B.Sc. Botany, Zoology & Chemistry from AndhraUniversity, 1986 – First class
PRESENT EMPLOYMENT:
INDIAN COUNCIL OF MEDICAL RESEARCH, New Delhi
At ICMR headquarters:
- 1 Sept. 2011 – till date: Scientist-F & Deputy Director-General (Senior Grade)
- 19 May 2008 – 31 Aug. 2011: Scientist-E & Deputy Director-General
Responsibilities:
- Focus on health systems research and socio-behavioural research
- Research Management: Fostering and facilitating research
- Developing and conducting multi-centric country-level projects
- Activities of developing research capabilities in institutes/researchers
At ICMR’s Regional Medical Research Centre, Bhubaneswar
- December 2005 – 18 May 2008: Scientist-E & Deputy Director (Social Science)
- December 2000 – November 2005: Assistant Director (Social Science)
- December 1995 – November 2000: Senior Research Officer
Responsibilities:
- Developing and Undertaking research projects
- Operational research including development of strategies for national filariasis control programme
- Socio-economic and public health aspects of lymphatic filariasis;
- Morbidity management strategies of lymphatic filariasis
- Study on health consequences of domestic violence
- Intervention strategies to combat micronutrient malnutrition
- Networking and building partnership with State health department and local NGOs, and technical support to state government to undertaking filariasis elimination programme
- Supervise students’ research and practical fieldwork
- Assisting the Director in general administration
Services or Research Projects
- Project: Study of Health Consequences of Domestic Violence with Special Reference to Reproductive Health
Funding: Indian Council of Medical Research
Dr. Anant Kumar (Ranchi, India) Provider, Researcher
Professional Background
Dr. Anant Kumar is Assistant Professor at Xavier Institute of Social Service (XISS), Ranchi, Jharkhand, India. Trained in Psychology (University of Allahabad) and Social Sciences in Health (JNU), he offers courses in Public Health and Policy; RCH, Gender and Development; and Organizational Behaviour. He is also associated with various programmes and projects of the Institute.
Before joining XISS, Dr Kumar worked with Institute of International Education’s (IIE) Population Leadership Program in India. He is associated with various organizations and professional groups and has been published in several national and international journals. He is also on the panel of reviewers for various national and international Journals. Dr Kumar is South Asia Representative for Canadian Coalition for Global Health Research Task Group on Global Health Research Partnerships.
Specialties: Public health, women’s health, mental health, population and reproductive health, HIV/AIDS, international health, public health policy and leadership.
SOUTH AMERICA
ARGENTINA
Dr Bontha V Babu (New Delhi, India) Researcher
Professional Background
ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
- Ph.D. in Anthropology from AndhraUniversity, Visakhapatnam, 1994
- Post Graduate Diploma in Applied Statistics from AndhraUniversity, 1995 – First class
- M.A. Anthropology from AndhraUniversity, 1988 – First class
- B.Sc. Botany, Zoology & Chemistry from AndhraUniversity, 1986 – First class
PRESENT EMPLOYMENT:
INDIAN COUNCIL OF MEDICAL RESEARCH, New Delhi
At ICMR headquarters:
- 1 Sept. 2011 – till date: Scientist-F & Deputy Director-General (Senior Grade)
- 19 May 2008 – 31 Aug. 2011: Scientist-E & Deputy Director-General
Responsibilities:
- Focus on health systems research and socio-behavioural research
- Research Management: Fostering and facilitating research
- Developing and conducting multi-centric country-level projects
- Activities of developing research capabilities in institutes/researchers
At ICMR’s Regional Medical Research Centre, Bhubaneswar
- December 2005 – 18 May 2008: Scientist-E & Deputy Director (Social Science)
- December 2000 – November 2005: Assistant Director (Social Science)
- December 1995 – November 2000: Senior Research Officer
Responsibilities:
- Developing and Undertaking research projects
- Operational research including development of strategies for national filariasis control programme
- Socio-economic and public health aspects of lymphatic filariasis;
- Morbidity management strategies of lymphatic filariasis
- Study on health consequences of domestic violence
- Intervention strategies to combat micronutrient malnutrition
- Networking and building partnership with State health department and local NGOs, and technical support to state government to undertaking filariasis elimination programme
- Supervise students’ research and practical fieldwork
- Assisting the Director in general administration
Services or Research Projects
- Project: Study of Health Consequences of Domestic Violence with Special Reference to Reproductive Health
Funding: Indian Council of Medical Research
Dr. Anant Kumar (Ranchi, India) Provider, Researcher
Professional Background
Dr. Anant Kumar is Assistant Professor at Xavier Institute of Social Service (XISS), Ranchi, Jharkhand, India. Trained in Psychology (University of Allahabad) and Social Sciences in Health (JNU), he offers courses in Public Health and Policy; RCH, Gender and Development; and Organizational Behaviour. He is also associated with various programmes and projects of the Institute.
Before joining XISS, Dr Kumar worked with Institute of International Education’s (IIE) Population Leadership Program in India. He is associated with various organizations and professional groups and has been published in several national and international journals. He is also on the panel of reviewers for various national and international Journals. Dr Kumar is South Asia Representative for Canadian Coalition for Global Health Research Task Group on Global Health Research Partnerships.
Specialties: Public health, women’s health, mental health, population and reproductive health, HIV/AIDS, international health, public health policy and leadership.
EUROPE
BULGARIA
Dr Bontha V Babu (New Delhi, India) Researcher
Professional Background
ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
- Ph.D. in Anthropology from AndhraUniversity, Visakhapatnam, 1994
- Post Graduate Diploma in Applied Statistics from AndhraUniversity, 1995 – First class
- M.A. Anthropology from AndhraUniversity, 1988 – First class
- B.Sc. Botany, Zoology & Chemistry from AndhraUniversity, 1986 – First class
PRESENT EMPLOYMENT:
INDIAN COUNCIL OF MEDICAL RESEARCH, New Delhi
At ICMR headquarters:
- 1 Sept. 2011 – till date: Scientist-F & Deputy Director-General (Senior Grade)
- 19 May 2008 – 31 Aug. 2011: Scientist-E & Deputy Director-General
Responsibilities:
- Focus on health systems research and socio-behavioural research
- Research Management: Fostering and facilitating research
- Developing and conducting multi-centric country-level projects
- Activities of developing research capabilities in institutes/researchers
At ICMR’s Regional Medical Research Centre, Bhubaneswar
- December 2005 – 18 May 2008: Scientist-E & Deputy Director (Social Science)
- December 2000 – November 2005: Assistant Director (Social Science)
- December 1995 – November 2000: Senior Research Officer
Responsibilities:
- Developing and Undertaking research projects
- Operational research including development of strategies for national filariasis control programme
- Socio-economic and public health aspects of lymphatic filariasis;
- Morbidity management strategies of lymphatic filariasis
- Study on health consequences of domestic violence
- Intervention strategies to combat micronutrient malnutrition
- Networking and building partnership with State health department and local NGOs, and technical support to state government to undertaking filariasis elimination programme
- Supervise students’ research and practical fieldwork
- Assisting the Director in general administration
Services or Research Projects
- Project: Study of Health Consequences of Domestic Violence with Special Reference to Reproductive Health
Funding: Indian Council of Medical Research
Dr. Anant Kumar (Ranchi, India) Provider, Researcher
Professional Background
Dr. Anant Kumar is Assistant Professor at Xavier Institute of Social Service (XISS), Ranchi, Jharkhand, India. Trained in Psychology (University of Allahabad) and Social Sciences in Health (JNU), he offers courses in Public Health and Policy; RCH, Gender and Development; and Organizational Behaviour. He is also associated with various programmes and projects of the Institute.
Before joining XISS, Dr Kumar worked with Institute of International Education’s (IIE) Population Leadership Program in India. He is associated with various organizations and professional groups and has been published in several national and international journals. He is also on the panel of reviewers for various national and international Journals. Dr Kumar is South Asia Representative for Canadian Coalition for Global Health Research Task Group on Global Health Research Partnerships.
Specialties: Public health, women’s health, mental health, population and reproductive health, HIV/AIDS, international health, public health policy and leadership.
FINLAND
Dr Bontha V Babu (New Delhi, India) Researcher
Professional Background
ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
- Ph.D. in Anthropology from AndhraUniversity, Visakhapatnam, 1994
- Post Graduate Diploma in Applied Statistics from AndhraUniversity, 1995 – First class
- M.A. Anthropology from AndhraUniversity, 1988 – First class
- B.Sc. Botany, Zoology & Chemistry from AndhraUniversity, 1986 – First class
PRESENT EMPLOYMENT:
INDIAN COUNCIL OF MEDICAL RESEARCH, New Delhi
At ICMR headquarters:
- 1 Sept. 2011 – till date: Scientist-F & Deputy Director-General (Senior Grade)
- 19 May 2008 – 31 Aug. 2011: Scientist-E & Deputy Director-General
Responsibilities:
- Focus on health systems research and socio-behavioural research
- Research Management: Fostering and facilitating research
- Developing and conducting multi-centric country-level projects
- Activities of developing research capabilities in institutes/researchers
At ICMR’s Regional Medical Research Centre, Bhubaneswar
- December 2005 – 18 May 2008: Scientist-E & Deputy Director (Social Science)
- December 2000 – November 2005: Assistant Director (Social Science)
- December 1995 – November 2000: Senior Research Officer
Responsibilities:
- Developing and Undertaking research projects
- Operational research including development of strategies for national filariasis control programme
- Socio-economic and public health aspects of lymphatic filariasis;
- Morbidity management strategies of lymphatic filariasis
- Study on health consequences of domestic violence
- Intervention strategies to combat micronutrient malnutrition
- Networking and building partnership with State health department and local NGOs, and technical support to state government to undertaking filariasis elimination programme
- Supervise students’ research and practical fieldwork
- Assisting the Director in general administration
Services or Research Projects
- Project: Study of Health Consequences of Domestic Violence with Special Reference to Reproductive Health
Funding: Indian Council of Medical Research
Dr. Anant Kumar (Ranchi, India) Provider, Researcher
Professional Background
Dr. Anant Kumar is Assistant Professor at Xavier Institute of Social Service (XISS), Ranchi, Jharkhand, India. Trained in Psychology (University of Allahabad) and Social Sciences in Health (JNU), he offers courses in Public Health and Policy; RCH, Gender and Development; and Organizational Behaviour. He is also associated with various programmes and projects of the Institute.
Before joining XISS, Dr Kumar worked with Institute of International Education’s (IIE) Population Leadership Program in India. He is associated with various organizations and professional groups and has been published in several national and international journals. He is also on the panel of reviewers for various national and international Journals. Dr Kumar is South Asia Representative for Canadian Coalition for Global Health Research Task Group on Global Health Research Partnerships.
Specialties: Public health, women’s health, mental health, population and reproductive health, HIV/AIDS, international health, public health policy and leadership.
GREECE
Dr Bontha V Babu (New Delhi, India) Researcher
Professional Background
ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
- Ph.D. in Anthropology from AndhraUniversity, Visakhapatnam, 1994
- Post Graduate Diploma in Applied Statistics from AndhraUniversity, 1995 – First class
- M.A. Anthropology from AndhraUniversity, 1988 – First class
- B.Sc. Botany, Zoology & Chemistry from AndhraUniversity, 1986 – First class
PRESENT EMPLOYMENT:
INDIAN COUNCIL OF MEDICAL RESEARCH, New Delhi
At ICMR headquarters:
- 1 Sept. 2011 – till date: Scientist-F & Deputy Director-General (Senior Grade)
- 19 May 2008 – 31 Aug. 2011: Scientist-E & Deputy Director-General
Responsibilities:
- Focus on health systems research and socio-behavioural research
- Research Management: Fostering and facilitating research
- Developing and conducting multi-centric country-level projects
- Activities of developing research capabilities in institutes/researchers
At ICMR’s Regional Medical Research Centre, Bhubaneswar
- December 2005 – 18 May 2008: Scientist-E & Deputy Director (Social Science)
- December 2000 – November 2005: Assistant Director (Social Science)
- December 1995 – November 2000: Senior Research Officer
Responsibilities:
- Developing and Undertaking research projects
- Operational research including development of strategies for national filariasis control programme
- Socio-economic and public health aspects of lymphatic filariasis;
- Morbidity management strategies of lymphatic filariasis
- Study on health consequences of domestic violence
- Intervention strategies to combat micronutrient malnutrition
- Networking and building partnership with State health department and local NGOs, and technical support to state government to undertaking filariasis elimination programme
- Supervise students’ research and practical fieldwork
- Assisting the Director in general administration
Services or Research Projects
- Project: Study of Health Consequences of Domestic Violence with Special Reference to Reproductive Health
Funding: Indian Council of Medical Research
Dr. Anant Kumar (Ranchi, India) Provider, Researcher
Professional Background
Dr. Anant Kumar is Assistant Professor at Xavier Institute of Social Service (XISS), Ranchi, Jharkhand, India. Trained in Psychology (University of Allahabad) and Social Sciences in Health (JNU), he offers courses in Public Health and Policy; RCH, Gender and Development; and Organizational Behaviour. He is also associated with various programmes and projects of the Institute.
Before joining XISS, Dr Kumar worked with Institute of International Education’s (IIE) Population Leadership Program in India. He is associated with various organizations and professional groups and has been published in several national and international journals. He is also on the panel of reviewers for various national and international Journals. Dr Kumar is South Asia Representative for Canadian Coalition for Global Health Research Task Group on Global Health Research Partnerships.
Specialties: Public health, women’s health, mental health, population and reproductive health, HIV/AIDS, international health, public health policy and leadership.
ICELAND
Dr Bontha V Babu (New Delhi, India) Researcher
Professional Background
ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
- Ph.D. in Anthropology from AndhraUniversity, Visakhapatnam, 1994
- Post Graduate Diploma in Applied Statistics from AndhraUniversity, 1995 – First class
- M.A. Anthropology from AndhraUniversity, 1988 – First class
- B.Sc. Botany, Zoology & Chemistry from AndhraUniversity, 1986 – First class
PRESENT EMPLOYMENT:
INDIAN COUNCIL OF MEDICAL RESEARCH, New Delhi
At ICMR headquarters:
- 1 Sept. 2011 – till date: Scientist-F & Deputy Director-General (Senior Grade)
- 19 May 2008 – 31 Aug. 2011: Scientist-E & Deputy Director-General
Responsibilities:
- Focus on health systems research and socio-behavioural research
- Research Management: Fostering and facilitating research
- Developing and conducting multi-centric country-level projects
- Activities of developing research capabilities in institutes/researchers
At ICMR’s Regional Medical Research Centre, Bhubaneswar
- December 2005 – 18 May 2008: Scientist-E & Deputy Director (Social Science)
- December 2000 – November 2005: Assistant Director (Social Science)
- December 1995 – November 2000: Senior Research Officer
Responsibilities:
- Developing and Undertaking research projects
- Operational research including development of strategies for national filariasis control programme
- Socio-economic and public health aspects of lymphatic filariasis;
- Morbidity management strategies of lymphatic filariasis
- Study on health consequences of domestic violence
- Intervention strategies to combat micronutrient malnutrition
- Networking and building partnership with State health department and local NGOs, and technical support to state government to undertaking filariasis elimination programme
- Supervise students’ research and practical fieldwork
- Assisting the Director in general administration
Services or Research Projects
- Project: Study of Health Consequences of Domestic Violence with Special Reference to Reproductive Health
Funding: Indian Council of Medical Research
Dr. Anant Kumar (Ranchi, India) Provider, Researcher
Professional Background
Dr. Anant Kumar is Assistant Professor at Xavier Institute of Social Service (XISS), Ranchi, Jharkhand, India. Trained in Psychology (University of Allahabad) and Social Sciences in Health (JNU), he offers courses in Public Health and Policy; RCH, Gender and Development; and Organizational Behaviour. He is also associated with various programmes and projects of the Institute.
Before joining XISS, Dr Kumar worked with Institute of International Education’s (IIE) Population Leadership Program in India. He is associated with various organizations and professional groups and has been published in several national and international journals. He is also on the panel of reviewers for various national and international Journals. Dr Kumar is South Asia Representative for Canadian Coalition for Global Health Research Task Group on Global Health Research Partnerships.
Specialties: Public health, women’s health, mental health, population and reproductive health, HIV/AIDS, international health, public health policy and leadership.
IRELAND
Dr Bontha V Babu (New Delhi, India) Researcher
Professional Background
ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
- Ph.D. in Anthropology from AndhraUniversity, Visakhapatnam, 1994
- Post Graduate Diploma in Applied Statistics from AndhraUniversity, 1995 – First class
- M.A. Anthropology from AndhraUniversity, 1988 – First class
- B.Sc. Botany, Zoology & Chemistry from AndhraUniversity, 1986 – First class
PRESENT EMPLOYMENT:
INDIAN COUNCIL OF MEDICAL RESEARCH, New Delhi
At ICMR headquarters:
- 1 Sept. 2011 – till date: Scientist-F & Deputy Director-General (Senior Grade)
- 19 May 2008 – 31 Aug. 2011: Scientist-E & Deputy Director-General
Responsibilities:
- Focus on health systems research and socio-behavioural research
- Research Management: Fostering and facilitating research
- Developing and conducting multi-centric country-level projects
- Activities of developing research capabilities in institutes/researchers
At ICMR’s Regional Medical Research Centre, Bhubaneswar
- December 2005 – 18 May 2008: Scientist-E & Deputy Director (Social Science)
- December 2000 – November 2005: Assistant Director (Social Science)
- December 1995 – November 2000: Senior Research Officer
Responsibilities:
- Developing and Undertaking research projects
- Operational research including development of strategies for national filariasis control programme
- Socio-economic and public health aspects of lymphatic filariasis;
- Morbidity management strategies of lymphatic filariasis
- Study on health consequences of domestic violence
- Intervention strategies to combat micronutrient malnutrition
- Networking and building partnership with State health department and local NGOs, and technical support to state government to undertaking filariasis elimination programme
- Supervise students’ research and practical fieldwork
- Assisting the Director in general administration
Services or Research Projects
- Project: Study of Health Consequences of Domestic Violence with Special Reference to Reproductive Health
Funding: Indian Council of Medical Research
Dr. Anant Kumar (Ranchi, India) Provider, Researcher
Professional Background
Dr. Anant Kumar is Assistant Professor at Xavier Institute of Social Service (XISS), Ranchi, Jharkhand, India. Trained in Psychology (University of Allahabad) and Social Sciences in Health (JNU), he offers courses in Public Health and Policy; RCH, Gender and Development; and Organizational Behaviour. He is also associated with various programmes and projects of the Institute.
Before joining XISS, Dr Kumar worked with Institute of International Education’s (IIE) Population Leadership Program in India. He is associated with various organizations and professional groups and has been published in several national and international journals. He is also on the panel of reviewers for various national and international Journals. Dr Kumar is South Asia Representative for Canadian Coalition for Global Health Research Task Group on Global Health Research Partnerships.
Specialties: Public health, women’s health, mental health, population and reproductive health, HIV/AIDS, international health, public health policy and leadership.
MALTA
Dr Bontha V Babu (New Delhi, India) Researcher
Professional Background
ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
- Ph.D. in Anthropology from AndhraUniversity, Visakhapatnam, 1994
- Post Graduate Diploma in Applied Statistics from AndhraUniversity, 1995 – First class
- M.A. Anthropology from AndhraUniversity, 1988 – First class
- B.Sc. Botany, Zoology & Chemistry from AndhraUniversity, 1986 – First class
PRESENT EMPLOYMENT:
INDIAN COUNCIL OF MEDICAL RESEARCH, New Delhi
At ICMR headquarters:
- 1 Sept. 2011 – till date: Scientist-F & Deputy Director-General (Senior Grade)
- 19 May 2008 – 31 Aug. 2011: Scientist-E & Deputy Director-General
Responsibilities:
- Focus on health systems research and socio-behavioural research
- Research Management: Fostering and facilitating research
- Developing and conducting multi-centric country-level projects
- Activities of developing research capabilities in institutes/researchers
At ICMR’s Regional Medical Research Centre, Bhubaneswar
- December 2005 – 18 May 2008: Scientist-E & Deputy Director (Social Science)
- December 2000 – November 2005: Assistant Director (Social Science)
- December 1995 – November 2000: Senior Research Officer
Responsibilities:
- Developing and Undertaking research projects
- Operational research including development of strategies for national filariasis control programme
- Socio-economic and public health aspects of lymphatic filariasis;
- Morbidity management strategies of lymphatic filariasis
- Study on health consequences of domestic violence
- Intervention strategies to combat micronutrient malnutrition
- Networking and building partnership with State health department and local NGOs, and technical support to state government to undertaking filariasis elimination programme
- Supervise students’ research and practical fieldwork
- Assisting the Director in general administration
Services or Research Projects
- Project: Study of Health Consequences of Domestic Violence with Special Reference to Reproductive Health
Funding: Indian Council of Medical Research
Dr. Anant Kumar (Ranchi, India) Provider, Researcher
Professional Background
Dr. Anant Kumar is Assistant Professor at Xavier Institute of Social Service (XISS), Ranchi, Jharkhand, India. Trained in Psychology (University of Allahabad) and Social Sciences in Health (JNU), he offers courses in Public Health and Policy; RCH, Gender and Development; and Organizational Behaviour. He is also associated with various programmes and projects of the Institute.
Before joining XISS, Dr Kumar worked with Institute of International Education’s (IIE) Population Leadership Program in India. He is associated with various organizations and professional groups and has been published in several national and international journals. He is also on the panel of reviewers for various national and international Journals. Dr Kumar is South Asia Representative for Canadian Coalition for Global Health Research Task Group on Global Health Research Partnerships.
Specialties: Public health, women’s health, mental health, population and reproductive health, HIV/AIDS, international health, public health policy and leadership.
NORWAY
Dr Bontha V Babu (New Delhi, India) Researcher
Professional Background
ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
- Ph.D. in Anthropology from AndhraUniversity, Visakhapatnam, 1994
- Post Graduate Diploma in Applied Statistics from AndhraUniversity, 1995 – First class
- M.A. Anthropology from AndhraUniversity, 1988 – First class
- B.Sc. Botany, Zoology & Chemistry from AndhraUniversity, 1986 – First class
PRESENT EMPLOYMENT:
INDIAN COUNCIL OF MEDICAL RESEARCH, New Delhi
At ICMR headquarters:
- 1 Sept. 2011 – till date: Scientist-F & Deputy Director-General (Senior Grade)
- 19 May 2008 – 31 Aug. 2011: Scientist-E & Deputy Director-General
Responsibilities:
- Focus on health systems research and socio-behavioural research
- Research Management: Fostering and facilitating research
- Developing and conducting multi-centric country-level projects
- Activities of developing research capabilities in institutes/researchers
At ICMR’s Regional Medical Research Centre, Bhubaneswar
- December 2005 – 18 May 2008: Scientist-E & Deputy Director (Social Science)
- December 2000 – November 2005: Assistant Director (Social Science)
- December 1995 – November 2000: Senior Research Officer
Responsibilities:
- Developing and Undertaking research projects
- Operational research including development of strategies for national filariasis control programme
- Socio-economic and public health aspects of lymphatic filariasis;
- Morbidity management strategies of lymphatic filariasis
- Study on health consequences of domestic violence
- Intervention strategies to combat micronutrient malnutrition
- Networking and building partnership with State health department and local NGOs, and technical support to state government to undertaking filariasis elimination programme
- Supervise students’ research and practical fieldwork
- Assisting the Director in general administration
Services or Research Projects
- Project: Study of Health Consequences of Domestic Violence with Special Reference to Reproductive Health
Funding: Indian Council of Medical Research
Dr. Anant Kumar (Ranchi, India) Provider, Researcher
Professional Background
Dr. Anant Kumar is Assistant Professor at Xavier Institute of Social Service (XISS), Ranchi, Jharkhand, India. Trained in Psychology (University of Allahabad) and Social Sciences in Health (JNU), he offers courses in Public Health and Policy; RCH, Gender and Development; and Organizational Behaviour. He is also associated with various programmes and projects of the Institute.
Before joining XISS, Dr Kumar worked with Institute of International Education’s (IIE) Population Leadership Program in India. He is associated with various organizations and professional groups and has been published in several national and international journals. He is also on the panel of reviewers for various national and international Journals. Dr Kumar is South Asia Representative for Canadian Coalition for Global Health Research Task Group on Global Health Research Partnerships.
Specialties: Public health, women’s health, mental health, population and reproductive health, HIV/AIDS, international health, public health policy and leadership.
PORTUGAL
Dr Bontha V Babu (New Delhi, India) Researcher
Professional Background
ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
- Ph.D. in Anthropology from AndhraUniversity, Visakhapatnam, 1994
- Post Graduate Diploma in Applied Statistics from AndhraUniversity, 1995 – First class
- M.A. Anthropology from AndhraUniversity, 1988 – First class
- B.Sc. Botany, Zoology & Chemistry from AndhraUniversity, 1986 – First class
PRESENT EMPLOYMENT:
INDIAN COUNCIL OF MEDICAL RESEARCH, New Delhi
At ICMR headquarters:
- 1 Sept. 2011 – till date: Scientist-F & Deputy Director-General (Senior Grade)
- 19 May 2008 – 31 Aug. 2011: Scientist-E & Deputy Director-General
Responsibilities:
- Focus on health systems research and socio-behavioural research
- Research Management: Fostering and facilitating research
- Developing and conducting multi-centric country-level projects
- Activities of developing research capabilities in institutes/researchers
At ICMR’s Regional Medical Research Centre, Bhubaneswar
- December 2005 – 18 May 2008: Scientist-E & Deputy Director (Social Science)
- December 2000 – November 2005: Assistant Director (Social Science)
- December 1995 – November 2000: Senior Research Officer
Responsibilities:
- Developing and Undertaking research projects
- Operational research including development of strategies for national filariasis control programme
- Socio-economic and public health aspects of lymphatic filariasis;
- Morbidity management strategies of lymphatic filariasis
- Study on health consequences of domestic violence
- Intervention strategies to combat micronutrient malnutrition
- Networking and building partnership with State health department and local NGOs, and technical support to state government to undertaking filariasis elimination programme
- Supervise students’ research and practical fieldwork
- Assisting the Director in general administration
Services or Research Projects
- Project: Study of Health Consequences of Domestic Violence with Special Reference to Reproductive Health
Funding: Indian Council of Medical Research
Dr. Anant Kumar (Ranchi, India) Provider, Researcher
Professional Background
Dr. Anant Kumar is Assistant Professor at Xavier Institute of Social Service (XISS), Ranchi, Jharkhand, India. Trained in Psychology (University of Allahabad) and Social Sciences in Health (JNU), he offers courses in Public Health and Policy; RCH, Gender and Development; and Organizational Behaviour. He is also associated with various programmes and projects of the Institute.
Before joining XISS, Dr Kumar worked with Institute of International Education’s (IIE) Population Leadership Program in India. He is associated with various organizations and professional groups and has been published in several national and international journals. He is also on the panel of reviewers for various national and international Journals. Dr Kumar is South Asia Representative for Canadian Coalition for Global Health Research Task Group on Global Health Research Partnerships.
Specialties: Public health, women’s health, mental health, population and reproductive health, HIV/AIDS, international health, public health policy and leadership.
SPAIN
Dr Bontha V Babu (New Delhi, India) Researcher
Professional Background
ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
- Ph.D. in Anthropology from AndhraUniversity, Visakhapatnam, 1994
- Post Graduate Diploma in Applied Statistics from AndhraUniversity, 1995 – First class
- M.A. Anthropology from AndhraUniversity, 1988 – First class
- B.Sc. Botany, Zoology & Chemistry from AndhraUniversity, 1986 – First class
PRESENT EMPLOYMENT:
INDIAN COUNCIL OF MEDICAL RESEARCH, New Delhi
At ICMR headquarters:
- 1 Sept. 2011 – till date: Scientist-F & Deputy Director-General (Senior Grade)
- 19 May 2008 – 31 Aug. 2011: Scientist-E & Deputy Director-General
Responsibilities:
- Focus on health systems research and socio-behavioural research
- Research Management: Fostering and facilitating research
- Developing and conducting multi-centric country-level projects
- Activities of developing research capabilities in institutes/researchers
At ICMR’s Regional Medical Research Centre, Bhubaneswar
- December 2005 – 18 May 2008: Scientist-E & Deputy Director (Social Science)
- December 2000 – November 2005: Assistant Director (Social Science)
- December 1995 – November 2000: Senior Research Officer
Responsibilities:
- Developing and Undertaking research projects
- Operational research including development of strategies for national filariasis control programme
- Socio-economic and public health aspects of lymphatic filariasis;
- Morbidity management strategies of lymphatic filariasis
- Study on health consequences of domestic violence
- Intervention strategies to combat micronutrient malnutrition
- Networking and building partnership with State health department and local NGOs, and technical support to state government to undertaking filariasis elimination programme
- Supervise students’ research and practical fieldwork
- Assisting the Director in general administration
Services or Research Projects
- Project: Study of Health Consequences of Domestic Violence with Special Reference to Reproductive Health
Funding: Indian Council of Medical Research
Dr. Anant Kumar (Ranchi, India) Provider, Researcher
Professional Background
Dr. Anant Kumar is Assistant Professor at Xavier Institute of Social Service (XISS), Ranchi, Jharkhand, India. Trained in Psychology (University of Allahabad) and Social Sciences in Health (JNU), he offers courses in Public Health and Policy; RCH, Gender and Development; and Organizational Behaviour. He is also associated with various programmes and projects of the Institute.
Before joining XISS, Dr Kumar worked with Institute of International Education’s (IIE) Population Leadership Program in India. He is associated with various organizations and professional groups and has been published in several national and international journals. He is also on the panel of reviewers for various national and international Journals. Dr Kumar is South Asia Representative for Canadian Coalition for Global Health Research Task Group on Global Health Research Partnerships.
Specialties: Public health, women’s health, mental health, population and reproductive health, HIV/AIDS, international health, public health policy and leadership.
SWEDEN
Dr Bontha V Babu (New Delhi, India) Researcher
Professional Background
ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
- Ph.D. in Anthropology from AndhraUniversity, Visakhapatnam, 1994
- Post Graduate Diploma in Applied Statistics from AndhraUniversity, 1995 – First class
- M.A. Anthropology from AndhraUniversity, 1988 – First class
- B.Sc. Botany, Zoology & Chemistry from AndhraUniversity, 1986 – First class
PRESENT EMPLOYMENT:
INDIAN COUNCIL OF MEDICAL RESEARCH, New Delhi
At ICMR headquarters:
- 1 Sept. 2011 – till date: Scientist-F & Deputy Director-General (Senior Grade)
- 19 May 2008 – 31 Aug. 2011: Scientist-E & Deputy Director-General
Responsibilities:
- Focus on health systems research and socio-behavioural research
- Research Management: Fostering and facilitating research
- Developing and conducting multi-centric country-level projects
- Activities of developing research capabilities in institutes/researchers
At ICMR’s Regional Medical Research Centre, Bhubaneswar
- December 2005 – 18 May 2008: Scientist-E & Deputy Director (Social Science)
- December 2000 – November 2005: Assistant Director (Social Science)
- December 1995 – November 2000: Senior Research Officer
Responsibilities:
- Developing and Undertaking research projects
- Operational research including development of strategies for national filariasis control programme
- Socio-economic and public health aspects of lymphatic filariasis;
- Morbidity management strategies of lymphatic filariasis
- Study on health consequences of domestic violence
- Intervention strategies to combat micronutrient malnutrition
- Networking and building partnership with State health department and local NGOs, and technical support to state government to undertaking filariasis elimination programme
- Supervise students’ research and practical fieldwork
- Assisting the Director in general administration
Services or Research Projects
- Project: Study of Health Consequences of Domestic Violence with Special Reference to Reproductive Health
Funding: Indian Council of Medical Research
Dr. Anant Kumar (Ranchi, India) Provider, Researcher
Professional Background
Dr. Anant Kumar is Assistant Professor at Xavier Institute of Social Service (XISS), Ranchi, Jharkhand, India. Trained in Psychology (University of Allahabad) and Social Sciences in Health (JNU), he offers courses in Public Health and Policy; RCH, Gender and Development; and Organizational Behaviour. He is also associated with various programmes and projects of the Institute.
Before joining XISS, Dr Kumar worked with Institute of International Education’s (IIE) Population Leadership Program in India. He is associated with various organizations and professional groups and has been published in several national and international journals. He is also on the panel of reviewers for various national and international Journals. Dr Kumar is South Asia Representative for Canadian Coalition for Global Health Research Task Group on Global Health Research Partnerships.
Specialties: Public health, women’s health, mental health, population and reproductive health, HIV/AIDS, international health, public health policy and leadership.
UNITED KINGDOM
Dr Bontha V Babu (New Delhi, India) Researcher
Professional Background
ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
- Ph.D. in Anthropology from AndhraUniversity, Visakhapatnam, 1994
- Post Graduate Diploma in Applied Statistics from AndhraUniversity, 1995 – First class
- M.A. Anthropology from AndhraUniversity, 1988 – First class
- B.Sc. Botany, Zoology & Chemistry from AndhraUniversity, 1986 – First class
PRESENT EMPLOYMENT:
INDIAN COUNCIL OF MEDICAL RESEARCH, New Delhi
At ICMR headquarters:
- 1 Sept. 2011 – till date: Scientist-F & Deputy Director-General (Senior Grade)
- 19 May 2008 – 31 Aug. 2011: Scientist-E & Deputy Director-General
Responsibilities:
- Focus on health systems research and socio-behavioural research
- Research Management: Fostering and facilitating research
- Developing and conducting multi-centric country-level projects
- Activities of developing research capabilities in institutes/researchers
At ICMR’s Regional Medical Research Centre, Bhubaneswar
- December 2005 – 18 May 2008: Scientist-E & Deputy Director (Social Science)
- December 2000 – November 2005: Assistant Director (Social Science)
- December 1995 – November 2000: Senior Research Officer
Responsibilities:
- Developing and Undertaking research projects
- Operational research including development of strategies for national filariasis control programme
- Socio-economic and public health aspects of lymphatic filariasis;
- Morbidity management strategies of lymphatic filariasis
- Study on health consequences of domestic violence
- Intervention strategies to combat micronutrient malnutrition
- Networking and building partnership with State health department and local NGOs, and technical support to state government to undertaking filariasis elimination programme
- Supervise students’ research and practical fieldwork
- Assisting the Director in general administration
Services or Research Projects
- Project: Study of Health Consequences of Domestic Violence with Special Reference to Reproductive Health
Funding: Indian Council of Medical Research
Dr. Anant Kumar (Ranchi, India) Provider, Researcher
Professional Background
Dr. Anant Kumar is Assistant Professor at Xavier Institute of Social Service (XISS), Ranchi, Jharkhand, India. Trained in Psychology (University of Allahabad) and Social Sciences in Health (JNU), he offers courses in Public Health and Policy; RCH, Gender and Development; and Organizational Behaviour. He is also associated with various programmes and projects of the Institute.
Before joining XISS, Dr Kumar worked with Institute of International Education’s (IIE) Population Leadership Program in India. He is associated with various organizations and professional groups and has been published in several national and international journals. He is also on the panel of reviewers for various national and international Journals. Dr Kumar is South Asia Representative for Canadian Coalition for Global Health Research Task Group on Global Health Research Partnerships.
Specialties: Public health, women’s health, mental health, population and reproductive health, HIV/AIDS, international health, public health policy and leadership.
MIDDLE EAST
IRAN
Dr Bontha V Babu (New Delhi, India) Researcher
Professional Background
ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
- Ph.D. in Anthropology from AndhraUniversity, Visakhapatnam, 1994
- Post Graduate Diploma in Applied Statistics from AndhraUniversity, 1995 – First class
- M.A. Anthropology from AndhraUniversity, 1988 – First class
- B.Sc. Botany, Zoology & Chemistry from AndhraUniversity, 1986 – First class
PRESENT EMPLOYMENT:
INDIAN COUNCIL OF MEDICAL RESEARCH, New Delhi
At ICMR headquarters:
- 1 Sept. 2011 – till date: Scientist-F & Deputy Director-General (Senior Grade)
- 19 May 2008 – 31 Aug. 2011: Scientist-E & Deputy Director-General
Responsibilities:
- Focus on health systems research and socio-behavioural research
- Research Management: Fostering and facilitating research
- Developing and conducting multi-centric country-level projects
- Activities of developing research capabilities in institutes/researchers
At ICMR’s Regional Medical Research Centre, Bhubaneswar
- December 2005 – 18 May 2008: Scientist-E & Deputy Director (Social Science)
- December 2000 – November 2005: Assistant Director (Social Science)
- December 1995 – November 2000: Senior Research Officer
Responsibilities:
- Developing and Undertaking research projects
- Operational research including development of strategies for national filariasis control programme
- Socio-economic and public health aspects of lymphatic filariasis;
- Morbidity management strategies of lymphatic filariasis
- Study on health consequences of domestic violence
- Intervention strategies to combat micronutrient malnutrition
- Networking and building partnership with State health department and local NGOs, and technical support to state government to undertaking filariasis elimination programme
- Supervise students’ research and practical fieldwork
- Assisting the Director in general administration
Services or Research Projects
- Project: Study of Health Consequences of Domestic Violence with Special Reference to Reproductive Health
Funding: Indian Council of Medical Research
Dr. Anant Kumar (Ranchi, India) Provider, Researcher
Professional Background
Dr. Anant Kumar is Assistant Professor at Xavier Institute of Social Service (XISS), Ranchi, Jharkhand, India. Trained in Psychology (University of Allahabad) and Social Sciences in Health (JNU), he offers courses in Public Health and Policy; RCH, Gender and Development; and Organizational Behaviour. He is also associated with various programmes and projects of the Institute.
Before joining XISS, Dr Kumar worked with Institute of International Education’s (IIE) Population Leadership Program in India. He is associated with various organizations and professional groups and has been published in several national and international journals. He is also on the panel of reviewers for various national and international Journals. Dr Kumar is South Asia Representative for Canadian Coalition for Global Health Research Task Group on Global Health Research Partnerships.
Specialties: Public health, women’s health, mental health, population and reproductive health, HIV/AIDS, international health, public health policy and leadership.
ISRAEL
Dr Bontha V Babu (New Delhi, India) Researcher
Professional Background
ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
- Ph.D. in Anthropology from AndhraUniversity, Visakhapatnam, 1994
- Post Graduate Diploma in Applied Statistics from AndhraUniversity, 1995 – First class
- M.A. Anthropology from AndhraUniversity, 1988 – First class
- B.Sc. Botany, Zoology & Chemistry from AndhraUniversity, 1986 – First class
PRESENT EMPLOYMENT:
INDIAN COUNCIL OF MEDICAL RESEARCH, New Delhi
At ICMR headquarters:
- 1 Sept. 2011 – till date: Scientist-F & Deputy Director-General (Senior Grade)
- 19 May 2008 – 31 Aug. 2011: Scientist-E & Deputy Director-General
Responsibilities:
- Focus on health systems research and socio-behavioural research
- Research Management: Fostering and facilitating research
- Developing and conducting multi-centric country-level projects
- Activities of developing research capabilities in institutes/researchers
At ICMR’s Regional Medical Research Centre, Bhubaneswar
- December 2005 – 18 May 2008: Scientist-E & Deputy Director (Social Science)
- December 2000 – November 2005: Assistant Director (Social Science)
- December 1995 – November 2000: Senior Research Officer
Responsibilities:
- Developing and Undertaking research projects
- Operational research including development of strategies for national filariasis control programme
- Socio-economic and public health aspects of lymphatic filariasis;
- Morbidity management strategies of lymphatic filariasis
- Study on health consequences of domestic violence
- Intervention strategies to combat micronutrient malnutrition
- Networking and building partnership with State health department and local NGOs, and technical support to state government to undertaking filariasis elimination programme
- Supervise students’ research and practical fieldwork
- Assisting the Director in general administration
Services or Research Projects
- Project: Study of Health Consequences of Domestic Violence with Special Reference to Reproductive Health
Funding: Indian Council of Medical Research
Dr. Anant Kumar (Ranchi, India) Provider, Researcher
Professional Background
Dr. Anant Kumar is Assistant Professor at Xavier Institute of Social Service (XISS), Ranchi, Jharkhand, India. Trained in Psychology (University of Allahabad) and Social Sciences in Health (JNU), he offers courses in Public Health and Policy; RCH, Gender and Development; and Organizational Behaviour. He is also associated with various programmes and projects of the Institute.
Before joining XISS, Dr Kumar worked with Institute of International Education’s (IIE) Population Leadership Program in India. He is associated with various organizations and professional groups and has been published in several national and international journals. He is also on the panel of reviewers for various national and international Journals. Dr Kumar is South Asia Representative for Canadian Coalition for Global Health Research Task Group on Global Health Research Partnerships.
Specialties: Public health, women’s health, mental health, population and reproductive health, HIV/AIDS, international health, public health policy and leadership.
PAKISTAN
Dr Bontha V Babu (New Delhi, India) Researcher
Professional Background
ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
- Ph.D. in Anthropology from AndhraUniversity, Visakhapatnam, 1994
- Post Graduate Diploma in Applied Statistics from AndhraUniversity, 1995 – First class
- M.A. Anthropology from AndhraUniversity, 1988 – First class
- B.Sc. Botany, Zoology & Chemistry from AndhraUniversity, 1986 – First class
PRESENT EMPLOYMENT:
INDIAN COUNCIL OF MEDICAL RESEARCH, New Delhi
At ICMR headquarters:
- 1 Sept. 2011 – till date: Scientist-F & Deputy Director-General (Senior Grade)
- 19 May 2008 – 31 Aug. 2011: Scientist-E & Deputy Director-General
Responsibilities:
- Focus on health systems research and socio-behavioural research
- Research Management: Fostering and facilitating research
- Developing and conducting multi-centric country-level projects
- Activities of developing research capabilities in institutes/researchers
At ICMR’s Regional Medical Research Centre, Bhubaneswar
- December 2005 – 18 May 2008: Scientist-E & Deputy Director (Social Science)
- December 2000 – November 2005: Assistant Director (Social Science)
- December 1995 – November 2000: Senior Research Officer
Responsibilities:
- Developing and Undertaking research projects
- Operational research including development of strategies for national filariasis control programme
- Socio-economic and public health aspects of lymphatic filariasis;
- Morbidity management strategies of lymphatic filariasis
- Study on health consequences of domestic violence
- Intervention strategies to combat micronutrient malnutrition
- Networking and building partnership with State health department and local NGOs, and technical support to state government to undertaking filariasis elimination programme
- Supervise students’ research and practical fieldwork
- Assisting the Director in general administration
Services or Research Projects
- Project: Study of Health Consequences of Domestic Violence with Special Reference to Reproductive Health
Funding: Indian Council of Medical Research
Dr. Anant Kumar (Ranchi, India) Provider, Researcher
Professional Background
Dr. Anant Kumar is Assistant Professor at Xavier Institute of Social Service (XISS), Ranchi, Jharkhand, India. Trained in Psychology (University of Allahabad) and Social Sciences in Health (JNU), he offers courses in Public Health and Policy; RCH, Gender and Development; and Organizational Behaviour. He is also associated with various programmes and projects of the Institute.
Before joining XISS, Dr Kumar worked with Institute of International Education’s (IIE) Population Leadership Program in India. He is associated with various organizations and professional groups and has been published in several national and international journals. He is also on the panel of reviewers for various national and international Journals. Dr Kumar is South Asia Representative for Canadian Coalition for Global Health Research Task Group on Global Health Research Partnerships.
Specialties: Public health, women’s health, mental health, population and reproductive health, HIV/AIDS, international health, public health policy and leadership.
AFRICA
ETHIOPIA
Dr Bontha V Babu (New Delhi, India) Researcher
Professional Background
ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
- Ph.D. in Anthropology from AndhraUniversity, Visakhapatnam, 1994
- Post Graduate Diploma in Applied Statistics from AndhraUniversity, 1995 – First class
- M.A. Anthropology from AndhraUniversity, 1988 – First class
- B.Sc. Botany, Zoology & Chemistry from AndhraUniversity, 1986 – First class
PRESENT EMPLOYMENT:
INDIAN COUNCIL OF MEDICAL RESEARCH, New Delhi
At ICMR headquarters:
- 1 Sept. 2011 – till date: Scientist-F & Deputy Director-General (Senior Grade)
- 19 May 2008 – 31 Aug. 2011: Scientist-E & Deputy Director-General
Responsibilities:
- Focus on health systems research and socio-behavioural research
- Research Management: Fostering and facilitating research
- Developing and conducting multi-centric country-level projects
- Activities of developing research capabilities in institutes/researchers
At ICMR’s Regional Medical Research Centre, Bhubaneswar
- December 2005 – 18 May 2008: Scientist-E & Deputy Director (Social Science)
- December 2000 – November 2005: Assistant Director (Social Science)
- December 1995 – November 2000: Senior Research Officer
Responsibilities:
- Developing and Undertaking research projects
- Operational research including development of strategies for national filariasis control programme
- Socio-economic and public health aspects of lymphatic filariasis;
- Morbidity management strategies of lymphatic filariasis
- Study on health consequences of domestic violence
- Intervention strategies to combat micronutrient malnutrition
- Networking and building partnership with State health department and local NGOs, and technical support to state government to undertaking filariasis elimination programme
- Supervise students’ research and practical fieldwork
- Assisting the Director in general administration
Services or Research Projects
- Project: Study of Health Consequences of Domestic Violence with Special Reference to Reproductive Health
Funding: Indian Council of Medical Research
Dr. Anant Kumar (Ranchi, India) Provider, Researcher
Professional Background
Dr. Anant Kumar is Assistant Professor at Xavier Institute of Social Service (XISS), Ranchi, Jharkhand, India. Trained in Psychology (University of Allahabad) and Social Sciences in Health (JNU), he offers courses in Public Health and Policy; RCH, Gender and Development; and Organizational Behaviour. He is also associated with various programmes and projects of the Institute.
Before joining XISS, Dr Kumar worked with Institute of International Education’s (IIE) Population Leadership Program in India. He is associated with various organizations and professional groups and has been published in several national and international journals. He is also on the panel of reviewers for various national and international Journals. Dr Kumar is South Asia Representative for Canadian Coalition for Global Health Research Task Group on Global Health Research Partnerships.
Specialties: Public health, women’s health, mental health, population and reproductive health, HIV/AIDS, international health, public health policy and leadership.
ASIA
AUSTRALIA
Dr Bontha V Babu (New Delhi, India) Researcher
Professional Background
ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
- Ph.D. in Anthropology from AndhraUniversity, Visakhapatnam, 1994
- Post Graduate Diploma in Applied Statistics from AndhraUniversity, 1995 – First class
- M.A. Anthropology from AndhraUniversity, 1988 – First class
- B.Sc. Botany, Zoology & Chemistry from AndhraUniversity, 1986 – First class
PRESENT EMPLOYMENT:
INDIAN COUNCIL OF MEDICAL RESEARCH, New Delhi
At ICMR headquarters:
- 1 Sept. 2011 – till date: Scientist-F & Deputy Director-General (Senior Grade)
- 19 May 2008 – 31 Aug. 2011: Scientist-E & Deputy Director-General
Responsibilities:
- Focus on health systems research and socio-behavioural research
- Research Management: Fostering and facilitating research
- Developing and conducting multi-centric country-level projects
- Activities of developing research capabilities in institutes/researchers
At ICMR’s Regional Medical Research Centre, Bhubaneswar
- December 2005 – 18 May 2008: Scientist-E & Deputy Director (Social Science)
- December 2000 – November 2005: Assistant Director (Social Science)
- December 1995 – November 2000: Senior Research Officer
Responsibilities:
- Developing and Undertaking research projects
- Operational research including development of strategies for national filariasis control programme
- Socio-economic and public health aspects of lymphatic filariasis;
- Morbidity management strategies of lymphatic filariasis
- Study on health consequences of domestic violence
- Intervention strategies to combat micronutrient malnutrition
- Networking and building partnership with State health department and local NGOs, and technical support to state government to undertaking filariasis elimination programme
- Supervise students’ research and practical fieldwork
- Assisting the Director in general administration
Services or Research Projects
- Project: Study of Health Consequences of Domestic Violence with Special Reference to Reproductive Health
Funding: Indian Council of Medical Research
Dr. Anant Kumar (Ranchi, India) Provider, Researcher
Professional Background
Dr. Anant Kumar is Assistant Professor at Xavier Institute of Social Service (XISS), Ranchi, Jharkhand, India. Trained in Psychology (University of Allahabad) and Social Sciences in Health (JNU), he offers courses in Public Health and Policy; RCH, Gender and Development; and Organizational Behaviour. He is also associated with various programmes and projects of the Institute.
Before joining XISS, Dr Kumar worked with Institute of International Education’s (IIE) Population Leadership Program in India. He is associated with various organizations and professional groups and has been published in several national and international journals. He is also on the panel of reviewers for various national and international Journals. Dr Kumar is South Asia Representative for Canadian Coalition for Global Health Research Task Group on Global Health Research Partnerships.
Specialties: Public health, women’s health, mental health, population and reproductive health, HIV/AIDS, international health, public health policy and leadership.
INDIA
Dr Bontha V Babu (New Delhi, India) Researcher
Professional Background
ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
- Ph.D. in Anthropology from AndhraUniversity, Visakhapatnam, 1994
- Post Graduate Diploma in Applied Statistics from AndhraUniversity, 1995 – First class
- M.A. Anthropology from AndhraUniversity, 1988 – First class
- B.Sc. Botany, Zoology & Chemistry from AndhraUniversity, 1986 – First class
PRESENT EMPLOYMENT:
INDIAN COUNCIL OF MEDICAL RESEARCH, New Delhi
At ICMR headquarters:
- 1 Sept. 2011 – till date: Scientist-F & Deputy Director-General (Senior Grade)
- 19 May 2008 – 31 Aug. 2011: Scientist-E & Deputy Director-General
Responsibilities:
- Focus on health systems research and socio-behavioural research
- Research Management: Fostering and facilitating research
- Developing and conducting multi-centric country-level projects
- Activities of developing research capabilities in institutes/researchers
At ICMR’s Regional Medical Research Centre, Bhubaneswar
- December 2005 – 18 May 2008: Scientist-E & Deputy Director (Social Science)
- December 2000 – November 2005: Assistant Director (Social Science)
- December 1995 – November 2000: Senior Research Officer
Responsibilities:
- Developing and Undertaking research projects
- Operational research including development of strategies for national filariasis control programme
- Socio-economic and public health aspects of lymphatic filariasis;
- Morbidity management strategies of lymphatic filariasis
- Study on health consequences of domestic violence
- Intervention strategies to combat micronutrient malnutrition
- Networking and building partnership with State health department and local NGOs, and technical support to state government to undertaking filariasis elimination programme
- Supervise students’ research and practical fieldwork
- Assisting the Director in general administration
Services or Research Projects
- Project: Study of Health Consequences of Domestic Violence with Special Reference to Reproductive Health
Funding: Indian Council of Medical Research
Dr. Anant Kumar (Ranchi, India) Provider, Researcher
Professional Background
Dr. Anant Kumar is Assistant Professor at Xavier Institute of Social Service (XISS), Ranchi, Jharkhand, India. Trained in Psychology (University of Allahabad) and Social Sciences in Health (JNU), he offers courses in Public Health and Policy; RCH, Gender and Development; and Organizational Behaviour. He is also associated with various programmes and projects of the Institute.
Before joining XISS, Dr Kumar worked with Institute of International Education’s (IIE) Population Leadership Program in India. He is associated with various organizations and professional groups and has been published in several national and international journals. He is also on the panel of reviewers for various national and international Journals. Dr Kumar is South Asia Representative for Canadian Coalition for Global Health Research Task Group on Global Health Research Partnerships.
Specialties: Public health, women’s health, mental health, population and reproductive health, HIV/AIDS, international health, public health policy and leadership.
SRI LANKA
Dr Bontha V Babu (New Delhi, India) Researcher
Professional Background
ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
- Ph.D. in Anthropology from AndhraUniversity, Visakhapatnam, 1994
- Post Graduate Diploma in Applied Statistics from AndhraUniversity, 1995 – First class
- M.A. Anthropology from AndhraUniversity, 1988 – First class
- B.Sc. Botany, Zoology & Chemistry from AndhraUniversity, 1986 – First class
PRESENT EMPLOYMENT:
INDIAN COUNCIL OF MEDICAL RESEARCH, New Delhi
At ICMR headquarters:
- 1 Sept. 2011 – till date: Scientist-F & Deputy Director-General (Senior Grade)
- 19 May 2008 – 31 Aug. 2011: Scientist-E & Deputy Director-General
Responsibilities:
- Focus on health systems research and socio-behavioural research
- Research Management: Fostering and facilitating research
- Developing and conducting multi-centric country-level projects
- Activities of developing research capabilities in institutes/researchers
At ICMR’s Regional Medical Research Centre, Bhubaneswar
- December 2005 – 18 May 2008: Scientist-E & Deputy Director (Social Science)
- December 2000 – November 2005: Assistant Director (Social Science)
- December 1995 – November 2000: Senior Research Officer
Responsibilities:
- Developing and Undertaking research projects
- Operational research including development of strategies for national filariasis control programme
- Socio-economic and public health aspects of lymphatic filariasis;
- Morbidity management strategies of lymphatic filariasis
- Study on health consequences of domestic violence
- Intervention strategies to combat micronutrient malnutrition
- Networking and building partnership with State health department and local NGOs, and technical support to state government to undertaking filariasis elimination programme
- Supervise students’ research and practical fieldwork
- Assisting the Director in general administration
Services or Research Projects
- Project: Study of Health Consequences of Domestic Violence with Special Reference to Reproductive Health
Funding: Indian Council of Medical Research
Dr. Anant Kumar (Ranchi, India) Provider, Researcher
Professional Background
Dr. Anant Kumar is Assistant Professor at Xavier Institute of Social Service (XISS), Ranchi, Jharkhand, India. Trained in Psychology (University of Allahabad) and Social Sciences in Health (JNU), he offers courses in Public Health and Policy; RCH, Gender and Development; and Organizational Behaviour. He is also associated with various programmes and projects of the Institute.
Before joining XISS, Dr Kumar worked with Institute of International Education’s (IIE) Population Leadership Program in India. He is associated with various organizations and professional groups and has been published in several national and international journals. He is also on the panel of reviewers for various national and international Journals. Dr Kumar is South Asia Representative for Canadian Coalition for Global Health Research Task Group on Global Health Research Partnerships.
Specialties: Public health, women’s health, mental health, population and reproductive health, HIV/AIDS, international health, public health policy and leadership.