IASCC Research Grants 2023
As part of its commitment to fostering high-quality research in supportive care, IASCC invited investigator-initiated proposals from oncology professionals across India. Following a rigorous evaluation process, 5 outstanding proposals were selected for funding under the IASCC Research Grant 2023.
Final Recipients
Ms. Sonal Kedar Panchal
College of Nursing, Tata Memorial Centre, Mumbai
Project: Effect of virtual reality headset device on pain, fear and anxiety in Pediatric Cancer Patients during Lumbar Punctures (LP) at a Tertiary Care Centre in Mumbai. Open-label RCT.
Award: ₹1,50,000
Dr. Atul Batra
Additional Professor of Medical Oncology, All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Delhi
Project: Recombinant human platelet-derived growth factor or urea cream in prevention of multitargeted kinase inhibitor-associated hand-foot skin reaction: A randomized controlled trial.
Award: ₹1,00,000
Dr. Manan Vora
Tata Memorial Centre, Mumbai
Project: A randomized, double blinded, parallel-group, phase 3 study to investigate the efficacy and tolerability of palonosetron, dexamethasone, aprepitant plus oral cannabinoid versus palonosetron, dexamethasone, aprepitant and placebo in patients receiving highly emetogenic chemotherapeutic (HEC) regimens.
Award: ₹1,00,000
Dr. Shreya Shrivastava
Mahamana Pandit Madanmohan Malviya Cancer Centre (MPMMC), Varanasi
Project: Efficacy of a combination of N-Palmitoylethanolamide (PEA), Agmantine sulfate, beta caryophyllene and carnosic acid on chemotherapy induced peripheral neuropathy with platins and taxanes: A Phase 2 study.
Award: ₹75,000
Dr. Sunu Cyriac
Associate Professor, Amala Cancer Hospital Society, Kerala
Project: An Open label Randomized control study to assess the impact of Geriatric Assessment and Management on Chemotherapy Toxicities in Older Patients with Cancer.
Award: ₹75,000
Impact Summary
This grant cycle successfully funded 5 innovative research projects focusing on supportive care in cancer, contributing to evidence-based practices in oncology care across India.
Grant Information
Status
Total Award Amount
₹5,00,000 (Total distributed across 5 recipients)
Recipients
5
Published Date
April 14, 2024