AWANTIPORA: The School of Sciences, Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST), recently commenced its School-level lecture series to promote academic dialogue and contemporary research. The inaugural lecture was held on “Chemotherapy Response in the Context of Intra-Tumour Heterogeneity: A Single Cell Perspective.”

The session was delivered by Dr. Suhail Yousuf, Coordinator, Frontier Research Institute for Interdisciplinary Sciences, wherein he highlighted recent insights into tumour heterogeneity and its implications for chemotherapy, with a focus on single-cell analysis for advancing cancer research and treatment strategies.

The session witnessed active participation from faculty members and research scholars of the School of Sciences and the School of Health Sciences. Speaking on the occasion, Prof. Mohd Ayub Qadri, Dean, School of Health Sciences, emphasized the importance of integrating research with patient care, while Prof. Mohammad Farooq Mir, Head, Department of Zoology, highlighted recent advancements in cancer research in India.

Your voice can reach the world: At JK Monitor, we firmly believe that every well-researched idea has the power to inspire change beyond geographical boundaries. We are delighted to share an encouraging message from one of our esteemed contributors, Dr. Rakesh Verma (J&K Forest Services). “His article, ‘When Trees Become Rights-Bearing Citizens: A Lesson from Canada for India’s Ecological Future,’ published on JK Monitor, received appreciation from La Compagnie des Papillons Bleus, the French non-profit organisation that founded and promotes the Universal Declaration of Tree Rights.”.  Read the message here
In loving memory of Dr. Priya Ranjan: A mentor who treated me like family
A Profound Loss: JK Monitor Mourns the Passing of Founding Chairman Dr. Priya Ranjan

We at JK Monitor are profoundly saddened by the sudden demise of our Founding Chairman, Dr. Priya Ranjan.IN LOVING MEMORY Dr Priya Ranjan

A brilliant mind who studied at Netarhat Residential School and graduated in Electrical Engineering from IIT Kharagpur before earning his PhD from the University of Maryland, Dr. Ranjan chose to return to India and dedicate his life to teaching, research and social good.

His pioneering work in networked systems, AI, robotics and biomedical applications—especially computer-vision tools for early detection of cancer and heart disease—reflected his deep belief that advanced technology must serve humanity.

For more than 15 years at JK Monitor, he remained a loyal friend, mentor and collaborator, marked by rare humility, intellectual integrity and quiet generosity. His passing leaves a void that cannot be filled. Priya, you will be deeply missed. Your life continues to remind us that knowledge finds its highest purpose in the service of others.

— Team JK Monitor

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