Archive · 8 Jan 2026
Nellore Scientist Recognized Among Top 2% Globally
Dr. Anumukonda Varada Rajulu is a 75-year-old scientist from Nellore, India.
He has been recognized by Stanford University as one of the top 2% of scientists in the world for five years in a row.
He has done important research on tiny materials called nano-composites that are good for the environment and can be used in medicine.
He has also created special materials using turmeric and cow urine that can help fight infections and even destroy a lot of cancer cells.
Dr. Varada Rajulu has published many research papers and has patents in India and Thailand.
He is a great example of how someone can keep learning and innovating at any age.
Dr. Anumukonda Varada Rajulu, a 75-year-old retired professor from Nellore, has been recognized among the top 2% of scientists globally by Stanford University for 2021-2025.
His research focuses on eco-friendly nano-composites and nano-medicine, with multiple international and Indian patents.
He has developed antibacterial nano-composites using turmeric and cow urine, suitable for hospital applications.
A turmeric-based nano-composite has shown the ability to destroy 77-80% of human liver cancer cells in 24 hours.
Dr. Varada Rajulu has published over 250 research papers and is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Chemistry (London).
- Who
- Dr. Anumukonda Varada Rajulu, a 75-year-old retired professor from Nellore
- What
- Recognized among the top 2% of scientists globally by Stanford University for five consecutive years
- When
- 2021-2025
- Where
- Nellore, India
- Why
- For his pioneering work in eco-friendly nano-composites and nano-medicine
- Name
- Dr. Anumukonda Varada Rajulu
- Age
- 75
- Achievement
- Included in Stanford's Top 2% Scientists Globally (2021-2025)
- Research Focus
- Eco-friendly nano-composites and nano-medicine
- Patents
- Multiple international and Indian patents
- Notable Breakthrough
- Turmeric-based nano-composite destroys 77-80% of liver cancer cells in 24 hours
- Publications
- Over 250 research papers in international journals
- Affiliations
- Fellow of the Royal Society of Chemistry (London), Chartered Environmentalist (CEnv)