Dr Abishek Santhakumar
Lecturer
Haematology
Charles Sturt University
Australia
Biography
Dr. Abishek Santhakumar completed his Doctor of Philosophy at Griffith University in 2014. Abishek's research investigates the role of natural dietary antioxidant compounds in reducing the risk factors of cardiovascular and metabolic diseases. Abishek started his academic career in Medical Laboratory Science (Pathology) at Griffith University in 2011. In 2014, he was appointed as a Lecturer in Haematology in the Pathology discipline at Central Queensland University. Abishek currently is a Lecturer and Researcher in Haematology and Blood Banking at the School of Biomedical Sciences, Charles Sturt University. During his research tenure, Abishek has led nationally registered human clinical trials investigating the feasibility and efficacy of natural antioxidant compounds as therapeutic alternatives in diverse pro-thrombotic populations. His research focus is strongly aligned to the objectives of the ARC ITTC Functional Grains Centre. Abishek is a Fellow of the Institute of Biomedical Sciences (FIBMS) and a full professional member of the Australian Institute of Medical Scientists (MAIMS).
Research Interest
Haematology, Pathology
