Ms. Prativa Choudhury | Pediatric surgery | Young Scientist Award
Research Associate at All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India
Prativa Choudhury is an accomplished Biostatistician and Epidemiologist with a deep commitment to public health research and data-driven solutions. Her work focuses on applying advanced statistical methods to pediatric surgical research, systematic reviews, and clinical trials. She has collaborated on multiple national and international projects, published extensively in peer-reviewed journals, and presented her work globally. With her analytical mindset and hands-on research experience, Prativa stands out as a passionate contributor to evidence-based medicine and healthcare innovation. She’s also an enthusiastic speaker, mentor, and science communicator.
Publication Profile
Academic Background
Prativa completed her Master’s in Biostatistics and Epidemiology from SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai, graduating with First Class and Distinction (8.74 CGPA). She earned her Bachelor’s in Microbiology Honours from Siliguri College under the University of North Bengal with a First Class (66.5%). Her school education was completed at Mahbert High School, Siliguri, where she secured 80.5% in ISC and 78.2% in ICSE. Her academic path reflects a consistent dedication to the life sciences, analytics, and public health.
Professional background
Prativa currently serves as Project Research Scientist-I and Research Associate-I at AIIMS, New Delhi, involved in ICMR and SERB-funded pediatric surgery projects. She has previously worked as Senior Research Fellow and Research Assistant at AIIMS and as a Consultant-Research Assistant at IIPHG, Gujarat, contributing to WHO guideline development. She began her journey as a Biostatistics Intern at ICMR-NIE, Chennai. Her experience spans multi-site surveillance, epidemiological modeling, and systematic reviews, showcasing her versatility in clinical research and public health analytics.
Awards and Honors
Prativa has won several accolades, including first prize at RIPSS AIIMS Jammu for her penile anthropometry research and a prestigious travel grant from the Japanese Government. She’s been invited as faculty at national workshops like SPHERE 2023 and served as a resource person for qualitative research training. Her academic journey has been punctuated by international conference recognitions, including multiple accepted oral and poster presentations across Japan, Vietnam, Indonesia, and Hong Kong, reflecting her growing global footprint in pediatric surgical research.
Research Focus
Prativa’s research integrates biostatistics, epidemiology, and pediatric urology. Her core areas include clinical trials, spatial analysis, systematic reviews, meta-analysis, and development of nomograms for pediatric parameters. She is deeply involved in creating evidence-based guidelines, with a strong focus on conditions like hypospadias and growth faltering in infants. Through collaborations with AIIMS, ICMR, and WHO, she contributes to high-impact research aiming to improve surgical outcomes, diagnostic accuracy, and child health policies. Her analytical tools range from SPSS and R to GIS-based mapping systems.
Publication Top Notes
📄 Morphometry and Centile Curves in Boys Aged 1–14 Years: Establishing Reference Values for Umbilical Reconstruction
📅 Year: 2025
📚 Journal: Journal of Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgery
Conclusion
Prativa Choudhury is an exemplary candidate for the Research for Young Scientist Award, showcasing a rare blend of academic excellence, diverse research experience, and impactful scientific contributions. With a Master’s in Biostatistics and Epidemiology (First Class with Distinction), she has held progressive research roles at esteemed institutions like AIIMS and ICMR, contributing to nationally significant and globally relevant projects. Her robust publication record includes systematic reviews, meta-analyses, and clinical guideline developments, reflecting strong methodological expertise. Recognized both nationally and internationally—with awards, travel grants, and invited talks—she actively shares her knowledge through lectures, workshops, and conferences across Asia. Beyond her technical skills in SPSS, R, SAS, and spatial analysis, she stands out for her dedication to public health and community engagement, making her a well-rounded and highly deserving recipient of this honor.
