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Dr Manne Munikumar

Also known as: Manne Munikumar, Manne M, MM Kumar, Munikumar M

National Institute of Nutrition, ICMR-National Institute of Nutrition, Sri Venkateswara Institute of Medical Sciences University, Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences University

ORCID iD 0000-0003-1838-122X
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About

Senior Bioinformatics Scientist | Academic Leader | Research Director | Structural Biology & Multi-Omics Expert

With over 15 years of multidisciplinary experience spanning bioinformatics, molecular biology, multi-omics, clinical research, and academic leadership, I specialize in developing computational strategies that drive impactful discoveries in human health, infectious diseases, neurodegeneration, nutrition science, and precision medicine.

I have served in progressive scientific leadership roles at ICMR-NIN for nearly a decade, contributing to national-level programs such as the UKRI-GCRF Action Against Stunting Hub, maternal–infant microbiome cohorts, breast milk microbiome studies, DNA methylation (EPIC 850K) profiling, and multiple NGS-based translational research initiatives. My expertise spans molecular docking, molecular dynamics simulations, protein modeling, epigenetics, nutrigenomics, and therapeutic target discovery.

Today, as the Director of Academics & Training at Manna Biotech Pvt. Ltd., I lead advanced training programs, guide postgraduate research, and design industry-ready curricula in genomics, proteomics, immunology, structural biology, and computer-assisted drug/vaccine design. I have mentored 100+ MSc, M.Tech, and PhD researchers, building strong scientific teams and fostering innovation-driven learning.

My research portfolio includes 38+ peer-reviewed publications, 873+ citations, h-index 17, 50+ conference proceedings, multiple book chapters, and editorial roles in leading journals. I have been a reviewer for high-impact journals including PLOS One, JBSD, Molecules, Foods, Pharmaceuticals, and others.

I am passionate about computational drug discovery, multi-omics data integration, AI-driven biology, vaccine target identification, and translational research that bridges bench, bedside, and bioinformatics.

Employment

  • National Institute of Nutrition Data Manager (Bioinformatics)
    2021 - Present
  • National Institute of Nutrition Consultant (Bioinformatics)
    2020 - 2021
  • National Institute of Nutrition Consultant (Bioinformatics)
    2020 - 2020
  • National Institute of Nutrition Scientist C (Bioinformatics)
    2018 - 2020
  • ICMR-National Institute of Nutrition Scientist II (Bioinformatics)
    2015 - 2018
  • Sri Venkateswara Institute of Medical Sciences ICMR- Research Associate (RA)
    2015 - 2015
  • Sri Venkateswara Institute of Medical Sciences ICMR- Senior Research Fellow (SRF)
    2013 - 2015
  • Sri Venkateswara Institute of Medical Sciences Teaching Assistant (TA)
    2009 - 2013

Education

  • Sri Venkateswara Institute of Medical Sciences University Ph.D. Bioinformatics
    2010 - 2015
  • Sri Venkateswara Institute of Medical Sciences University M.Sc. Bioinformatics
    2007 - 2009
  • Dr. NTR University of Health Sciences University B.Sc. Medical Laboratory Technology
    2003 - 2006

Projects & Funding

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Publications (58)