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Nidhi Kadam, PhD

Head of Research
Freedom from Diabetes Research Foundation
Pune, Maharashtra, India

Dr. Nidhi Kadam (MSc, PhD) is a distinguished researcher and academic in the field of biometry and nutrition with a profound focus on diabetes management and public health. Over her extensive career, she has made significant contributions to diabetes research, nutritional epidemiology, and public health interventions, establishing herself as a leader in these domains.
Dr. Kadam's academic journey began at Savitribai Phule Pune University, where she earned her Bachelor of Science in Industrial Microbiology. She continued at the same university to complete a Master of Science in Health Sciences, where she secured second position in her class. Dr. Kadam then pursued a Ph.D. in Biometry and Nutrition, focusing her dissertation on the "Nutritional Aspects of Bone Health in Indian Premenarchal Girls and Post-Menopausal Women." This work laid the foundation for future research on public health and nutrition.
Dr. Kadam also obtained an MBA in Health Care Administration and Management from Sikkim Manipal Medical University to complement her scientific expertise with management skills.
Dr. Kadam also specializes in scientific editing and formatting, ensuring the readiness of manuscripts for submission to international journals. Her meticulous work enhanced the clarity and impact of numerous research articles.
As a freelance consultant, Dr. Kadam provided statistical analysis and scientific writing support to Ph.D. students, aiding them in sample size calculations, thesis writing, and manuscript preparation.
Under the Women’s Scientist Scheme-B of the Department of Science & Technology, Dr. Kadam independently managed a research project from conceptualization to execution, resulting in two publications in international journals. During these roles, Dr. Kadam performed extensive literature reviews, identified research areas for intervention studies, and contributed significantly to nutrition and child growth findings.
Dr. Kadam as the head of the research foundation, currently leads research initiatives at the Freedom from Diabetes Research Foundation, where she oversees project management, data analysis, and the publication of pioneering studies on diabetes remission and management. In this role, Dr. Kadam has managed multiple projects, conducted trend analysis, and supervised the development of academic manuscripts. Her leadership was instrumental in producing high-quality scientific publications.
Dr. Kadam has authored numerous influential research papers, particularly focusing on diabetes and bone health. Her work has explored the interplay between lifestyle modifications and diabetes remission, as well as mental health outcomes for diabetes patients. Notable publications include:
• Prevalence and Predictors of Anxiety and Depression in Indian Patients with Type 2 Diabetes (Annals of Neurosciences, 2024).
• Interplay Between the American Diabetes Association’s ABC Targets for Diabetes, Insulin Resistance Indices, and Dyslipidemia in Indian Type 2 Diabetes Patients (Cureus, 2024).
• Oral Glucose Tolerance Test Clearance in Type 2 Diabetes Patients Undergoing Remission Following Intense Lifestyle Modification (PLoS ONE, 2024).
Her prominence in diabetes research has been highlighted by her frequent presentations at National & International conferences.
Dr. Kadam's excellence in research and academics has been recognized through several prestigious honours:
• Awarded the ‘Best Original Research’ award for the paper titled “‘Prevalence of osteoporosis in apparently healthy adults above 40 years of age in Pune city, India’ at the ESICON 2018
• UGC-SRF and UGC-JRF Fellowships (2007-2012): Awarded by the University Grants Commission of India for her exceptional research potential.
• Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE): A certification that underscores her commitment to patient education and diabetes management.
Life Member of the Research Society for Study of Diabetes in India (RSSDI) and Nutrition Society of India (NSI): These memberships reflect her active involvement in professional communities dedicated to advancing research in diabetes and nutrition.
Dr. Nidhi Kadam's illustrious career is marked by her dedication to improving diabetes care and management through rigorous research and innovative interventions. Through her leadership and scholarly work, Dr. Kadam continues to impact the field of public health nutrition and diabetes significantly.
For any further information, you can connect to her at LinkedIn (https://linkedin.com/in/dr-nidhi-kadam-06814819)

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