A. Pratap Kumar

Dr. A. Pratap Kumar is a Professor in the Departments of Urology and Molecular Medicine at the University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio. His research focuses on natural products, particularly Nexrutine, an extract from Amur cork tree bark (Phellodendron amurense), exploring its cancer-fighting potential and ability to reduce side effects of cancer treatments. His work aims to delay cancer progression and improve treatment efficacy. Dr. Kumar’s research emphasizes translational applications of natural compounds in oncology.

Featured in Our Stories (August 11, 2015), his work highlights the potential of Nexrutine to mitigate chemotherapy side effects while enhancing therapeutic outcomes. No specific grants, awards, or student advisees are detailed in the provided texts. His affiliation remains active without indication of part-time status or prior roles.