Dr Varun Malhotra
Professor
| Department of Physiology
All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Bhopal
Madhya Pradesh
Expertise:
Physiology
119
Publications
2
Projects
535
Scopus Citations
178
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24 Years 4 Months Total Experience
Scopus
535
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Professional Recognition
First Prize - Oral Paper Presentation: Comparison of Mind Control Techniques: An Assessment of Reaction Times
2016
International Conference on Nurturing Global Healthcare (ICNGH-2016)
Guest Lecture: Physiology of Physical Agent Modalities: As an Adjunct to Occupational Therapy
2016
All India Occupational Therapists Association (COTE & SEHPL)
1st Position Award - Oral Presentation: Pranayama and Heart
2013
KGMC Lucknow
Guest Lecture Award: COTE on Physical Agent Modalities: Occupational Therapies
2012
SMC Ghaziabad
Guest Lecture Award: Yoga and Diabetes
2011
ACYTER JIPMER
Chaired PG Poster Session
2010
VINBASIX Salem
Guest Lecture Award: Yoga in Diabetes
2009
S-VYASA Bangalore
Guest Lecture Award: Anuloma Viloma Pranayama
2008
APICON Ahmedabad
Best Paper Award: Oculocardiac Reflex
2007
Association of Physicians of Tamil Nadu
Best Paper Award
2002
World Association of Integrated Medicine
Best Poster Award
2000
Indian Society of Atherosclerosis Research Conference
Sri Ramendra Sundar Sinha Memorial Oration Award
2025
Physiological Society of India
Shri Ram Murti Smarak Award for Best Research Work in Yoga and Naturopathy
2021
Association of Physiologists of India (ASSOPI)
Poster Prize: Study of immediate neurological and autonomic changes during Kapalbhati pranayama in yoga practitioners
2022
ESIC Faridabad (APPICON)
Second Award - Competitive Poster Session: Comparative Effects on Heart Rate Variability
2024
ESIC Chennai (APPICON)
World Class Researcher Award
2023
Record Owner
International Best Researcher Award (IIRA-2023
2023
ISSN International Science & Technology Awards
Excellence in Physiology Award
2023
The Venus International Healthcare Awards (VIHA)
Asia Research Award for Excellence in Mind-Body Medicine Research
2024
Asia Research Awards
Recognition for Study: Comparative Analysis of Heart Rate Variability
Accredited by American Chamber of Research
Research Excellence Award - Award-winning research on exercise and Kapalbhati pranayama
2024
Institute of Scholars (INSC)
Indo-Asian Legendary Best Teacher & Researcher Award
2024
International Multidisciplinary Research Foundation (IMRF)
Scopus-Indexed International Research Award for Lifetime Achievement in Physiology and Mind-Body Medicine
2025
Honourable Education Minister of Tamil Nadu
Community & Membership
Department of Science and Technology (DST) SATYAM
Reviewer of projectsAssociation of Physiologists & Pharmacologists of India
MemberIndian Society of Atherosclerosis and Research
MemberNational Brain Research Society (NBRC) of India
MemberIndian Association of Biomedical Sciences
MemberFederation of Indian Physiological Societies
MemberESSKAY Institute of Alternative Medicines
MemberWorld Association of Integrated Medicine
MemberAssociation of Physiology of India
FellowshipPersonal Details
Doctor of Medicine
2002
N/A
Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery
1999
Sacred Heart College(autonomous)Thirupattur
Professor
Jul 2025 – Present
All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Bhopal
| Department of Physiology
Additional Professor
Aug 2020 – Jul 2025
All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Bhopal
| Department of Physiology
Associate Professor
Aug 2017 – Aug 2020
All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Bhopal
| Department of Physiology
Head of the Department
May 2012 – Jul 2017
Santosh University, Ghaziabad
| Department of Physiology
Professor
Oct 2010 – May 2012
Vinayaka Mission's Medical College and Hospital
| Department of Physiology
Associate Professor
Sep 2007 – Oct 2010
Vinayaka Mission's Medical College and Hospital
| Department of Physiology
Assistant Professor
Jul 2007 – Sep 2007
Vinayaka Mission's Medical College and Hospital
| Department of Physiology
Assistant Professor
Nov 2004 – Jul 2007
Manipal College of Medical Sciences
Senior Resident
Aug 2002 – Oct 2004
University College of Medical Science
Senior Resident
May 2002 – Jul 2002
Vardhman Mahavir Medical College & Safdarjung Hospital
Medical and Health Sciences
Scholarly Work
Comparison of Effectiveness of Continuous vs. Stepwise Implementation Approaches for 6-Month Lifestyle Medicine Interventions among Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome Patients: A Multicentric Randomized Controlled Trial
OtherEffect of yoga and meditation-based intervention among elderly of Madhya Pradesh in decreasing stress, anxiety and depression due to the COVID-19 pandemic – a mixed-methods study
OtherComparison of Autonomic Functions in Males and Females
Effect of Age, Smoking & BMI on B.P, ECG and PEFR in Staff and Students of Santosh Medical College
Case Control Study of Pulmonary Function Test in Normal Healthy Individual Versus Car Paint Sprayers
Effect of Nadishoddan Pranayam on Cardiovascular Function
Physiological effect of forty days Pranayama training: on normal subjects
Modulation of cardiovascular response to stress induced by isometric Hand grip test in hypertensive patient following six weeks of yoga training
To Study the Physiological Effects of Eight Weeks of Yoga Training on Normal Subjects
Fluorosis and Associating Factor to Produce Type 2 Diabetes
Variation in PFT and Cyto-morphometric analysis among smokers and non-smokers in the adult population
A cross sectional study of Auditory, PEFR and Cardiovascular Health among workers in a Textile Mill in Area of Ghaziabad
Niramaya Bhava App: A Mobile-Based Yoga & Meditation Intervention for Elderly Mental Health During COVID-19
Dr. Varun Malhotra (on behalf of co-authors
AIIMS Bhopal)
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Application No. :
20825/2024-CO/L
Filed :
30-11--0001
Published :
30-11--0001
Granted
Scholarly Publications
Fast Pace Sun Salutations (FPSS) Yoga Postures Influence Brain waves Activity in Addition to Heart Rate Variability Pattern: A Pilot Study
Open AccessThe Impact of Yoga as an Adjunct to Standard Care on Glycemic Control, Insulin Resistance, Oxidative Stress, and Quality of Life in Individuals with or at Risk of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.
Open Access
10.2174/0115733998383494250827215758
Scopus: 1
Assessment of Neural Respiratory Drive Using Surface Electromyography Parameters of Parasternal Muscles in Three Different Body Positions Among Healthy Young Adults: A Cross-Sectional Study
Open Access
10.22540/JMNI-25-074
Scopus: 1
Physiological and Neurodynamic Effects of Bhramari Pranayama: Study Based on HRV and EEG Activity
Classification and comparative analysis of psychogenic non-epileptic seizures (PNES) semiology based on video-electroencephalography (VEEG)
A case of recurrent status epilepticus and successful management with progesterone
Open AccessA screening tool to identify surgical candidates with drug refractory epilepsy in a resource limited settings
Cerebellar control of visceral responses-possible mechanisms involved
Scopus: 9
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