Projects per year
Personal profile
Biography
Dinesh Ramachandram is a Lecturer at School of Pharmacy, Monash University Malaysia. He brings a wealth of experience as a Clinical Pharmacist and also as a Quality Assurance (QA) and Regulatory Affairs Executive, where he worked closely with the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA) and the Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE).
Dinesh is currently the Unit Coordinator for Professional Practice IV, where he leads the integration of Evidence-Based Medicine into the curriculum. His teaching is incredibly impactful within clinical units focused on acute and comprehensive care, ensuring students gain the practical skills necessary to excel in complex healthcare settings. With a commitment to bridging theory and practice, Dinesh has established himself as a pivotal figure in advancing clinical education.
Beyond his teaching, Dinesh has a remarkable research portfolio with over 50 publications. He has cultivated solid industrial linkages and secured significant research funding, contributing to the growth and innovation within the field. Dinesh also plays a crucial role in mentoring and supervising undergraduate students within and across disciplines, fostering a collaborative environment that encourages multidisciplinary research. His dedication to education and research underscores his leadership in the academic community.
Research interests
Primary Research Area(s):
- Evidence-Based Medicine
- Digital Health
- Medication Management
- Dementia
Other Research Area(s):
- Substanse Use
- Integrative Medicine
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
Education/Academic qualification
Pharmacy, BPharm, SRM Institute of Science and Technology
Pharmacy, MSc Pharmacy, Universiti Sains Malaysia (University of Science Malaysia)
External positions
Internal Auditor, Association of Integrative Medicine Malaysia
Network Member, South East Asia Dementia Research Network
Research area keywords
- Clinical Pharmacy
- Pharmacy Practice
- Digital Health
- Public Health
- Evidence informed practice
- integrative medicine
- Pharmacy Education
Collaborations and top research areas from the last five years
Projects
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Effectiveness of Medication Dispensing with a full-fledged Automation Equipment in Hospitals
Ramachandram, D. S., Kow, C. S., Watterson, J. & Rajandra, P.
1/06/23 → 30/06/25
Project: Research
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Antibiotics in COVID-19: Unveiling disturbing truths through critical scrutiny
Kow, C. S., Ramachandram, D. S., Hasan, S. S. & Thiruchelvam, K., Jun 2024, In: Journal of Medical Virology. 96, 6, 2 p., e29720.Research output: Contribution to journal › Letter › Other › peer-review
1 Citation (Scopus) -
Beyond metformin: The promise of glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists for neuroprotection in Parkinson's disease
Kow, C. S., Ramachandram, D. S., Hasan, S. S. & Thiruchelvam, K., Oct 2024, In: Clinical Nutrition ESPEN. 63, p. 184-185 2 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Letter › Other › peer-review
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Comment on: “Polypharmacy and Antibody Response to SARS-CoV-2 Vaccination in Residents of Long-Term Care Facilities: the GeroCovid Study”
Kow, C. S., Ramachandram, D. S., Hasan, S. S. & Thiruchelvam, K., 28 Feb 2024, In: Drugs & Aging. 41Research output: Contribution to journal › Letter › Other › peer-review
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Comment on: “Comparison of Clinical Outcomes Between Ticagrelor and Clopidogrel in East-Asian Patients with Acute Coronary Syndrome: Large Cohort Study”
Kow, C. S., Zaihan, A. F., Ramachandram, D. S. & Hasan, S. S., 25 Jan 2024, In: American Journal of Cardiovascular Drugs. 24, p. 325–326 2 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Letter › Other › peer-review
1 Citation (Scopus) -
COVID-19 Vaccination: Safeguarding Against Post-COVID Cardiovascular Complications
Kow, C. S., Ramachandram, D. S., Hasan, S. S. & Thiruchelvam, K., 15 Jul 2024, In: Clinical Infectious Diseases. 79, 1, p. 274-275 2 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Letter › Other › peer-review
Prizes
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Alzheimer Disease International (ADI) Travel Bursary Award 2024
Ramachandram, Dinesh Sangarran (Recipient), 2024
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
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DOCQUITY External Funding
Ramachandram, Dinesh Sangarran (Recipient), 2024
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
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International Medical University (IMU) Research Grant 2023
Ramachandram, Dinesh Sangarran (Recipient), Kow, Chia Siang (Recipient) & Shanmugham, Suresh (Recipient), 28 Mar 2023
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
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Monash University School of Pharmacy Staff Publication Award 2022
Ramachandram, Dinesh Sangarran (Recipient), 12 Aug 2022
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
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Positive Mental Health Among the Malaysian Population and Their Sociodemographic Correlates
Selvaraj, Amutha (Recipient), Ramachandram, Dinesh Sangarran (Recipient) & Appalasamy, Jamuna Rani (Recipient), 30 Jul 2023
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
Activities
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MyPSA National Pharmacy Competition (Judge)
Dinesh Sangarran Ramachandram (Contributor)
18 May 2024Activity: Community Talks, Presentations, Exhibitions and Events › Public lecture/debate/seminar
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Invited Speaker: AN EXPLORATION OF THE TRANSFORMATIVE IMPACT OF AI IN PHARMA
Dinesh Sangarran Ramachandram (Contributor)
2024Activity: Community Talks, Presentations, Exhibitions and Events › Public lecture/debate/seminar
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MyPSA National Pharmacy Research Competition 2024 (Judge)
Dinesh Sangarran Ramachandram (Contributor)
31 Mar 2024Activity: Community Talks, Presentations, Exhibitions and Events › Public lecture/debate/seminar
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SEGI Public Health Campaign 2024
Dinesh Sangarran Ramachandram (Invited speaker)
11 May 2024Activity: Participating in or organising an event types › Contribution to workshop, seminar, course
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Empowerment Course: Home-Help Program Services for the state of Johor: Central Welfare Council of Malaysia
Dinesh Sangarran Ramachandram (Invited speaker)
31 Jan 2024Activity: Participating in or organising an event types › Contribution to workshop, seminar, course