Dr. Kanans Visvanats

Dr. Kanans Visvanats

Dr. Kanans Visvanats

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  • Entrepreneur
  • Academic Researcher
  • Global Speaker

Bridging Innovation, Healthcare and Global Trade for a Better Tomorrow.

  • Pharmaceutical Entrepreneur

  • Academic Researcher

  • Global Business Leader

  • Global Keynote Speaker

  • Scientist & Innovator

  • International Trade

  • Author & Thought Leader

  • Strategic Advisor

Dr. Kanans Visvanats
"Turning obstacles
into breakthroughs,
and scientific insight into global impact."

Dr. Kanans Visvanats is a visionary entrepreneur, academic researcher, and global trade expert with over 30 years of experience driving innovation in life-saving medicines. Based in Riga, Latvia, he specializes in strategic partnerships, process optimization, and sustainable growth across international pharmaceutical markets.
With a multidisciplinary background in Chemical Engineering, Business Management, and Open Innovation, he bridges scientific innovation with global commercial success. Holding advanced academic qualifications, including a Ph.D. in Business Management and a Post-Doctorate in Open Innovation, he combines research excellence with practical industry leadership.
A sought-after keynote speaker at prestigious international forums, Dr. Visvanats regularly shares insights on innovation, global trade, and sustainable healthcare, helping organizations build resilient partnerships and drive meaningful impact worldwide.

Fellowships &
Editorial Boards

Institutional Affiliations

  • The Garwood Fellow | Garwood Center for Open Innovation, Haas School of Business, University of California, Berkeley
  • The Dr. Albert Schweitzer Fellow for Medicine | The International Albert Schweitzer Foundation
  • Board Member | Institute of Economics of the Latvian Academy of Sciences (Riga, Latvia)
  • Fellow | The Royal Society of Chemistry (London, United Kingdom)
  • Fellow | The Royal Society of Arts (London, United Kingdom)


Editorial Review Boards

  • Editorial Board Member | Science Publishing Group (SciencePG)
  • Editorial Board Member | International Journal of Science and Engineering Research (IJSER)
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Research & Patents

Co-authored and published patents advancing transdermal delivery systems, oncology therapeutics, and specialized formulations.


Hormone Therapy & Transdermal Systems


  • • Patent No. 212673 | Hydro-alcoholic gel/cream formulation of Methandienone and Boldenone for safe drug delivery.
  • • Patent No. 212674 | Hydro-alcoholic gel/cream formulation of topical steroids utilizing Trenbolone Acetate and Oxymetholone derivatives.
  • • Patent No. 212676 | Novel transdermal gel and cream delivery systems.
  • • Patent No. 212692 | Hydro-alcoholic gel/cream formulations utilizing Nandrolone derivatives.
  • • Patent No. 212752 | Hydro-alcoholic gel/cream formulation of Androsten-17-ol-3-one derivatives for enhanced patient safety.
Dr Kanans Visvanats
Dr. Kanans Visvanats
Dr. Kanans Visvanats

Research & Patents

Co-authored and published patents advancing transdermal delivery systems, oncology therapeutics, and specialized formulations.



    Oncology Therapeutics (Anti-Cancer API's)


    • • Patent No. 1744/Mum/2008 | Novel process for Docetaxel synthesis.
    • • Patent No. 1748/Mum/2008 | Optimized preparation process for Gemcitabine.
    • • Patent No. 2483/Mum/2008 | Novel process design for Capecitabine.
    • • Patent No. WO 2010/061402 A3 | International patent for an improved, high-yield preparation process of Capecitabine.
Dr Kanans Visvanats
Dr. Kanans Visvanats
Dr. Kanans Visvanats

Research & Patents

Co-authored and published patents advancing transdermal delivery systems, oncology therapeutics, and specialized formulations.



    Targeted Formulations & Phytomedicine


    • • Patent No. 2418/Mum/2010 | Herbal formulation optimized for memory and cognitive enhancement.
    • • Patent No. 2419/Mum/2010 | Specialized Valerian formulation for the treatment of insomnia.
    • • Patent No. 1952/Mum/2010 | Herbal laxative formulation and proprietary manufacturing methods for chronic constipation.
    • • Patent No. 1849/Mum/2010 | Direct, high-efficiency extraction method for preparing Quinine HCl from Cinchona bark.
    • • Patent No. 612/Mum/2011 | Sugar-free Nicotine Polacrilex lozenges designed for smoking cessation.
    • • Patent No. 611/Mum/2013 | Improved, scalable process for the preparation of the anti-malarial agent Lumefantrine.
Dr Kanans Visvanats
Dr. Kanans Visvanats
Dr. Kanans Visvanats
Dr. Kanans Visvanats

Awards & Honors

  • • The Albert Schweitzer Award for Medicine (2025) | Conferred by the International Albert Schweitzer Foundation.
  • • Honorary Doctorate (2022) | Awarded by the Institute of Economics of the Latvian Academy of Sciences (Riga, Latvia).
  • • The Malcolm and Elizabeth Adiseshiah Award (2020) | Awarded for Distinguished Studies by the Malcolm & Elizabeth Adiseshiah Trust.
  • • The Professional Excellence Award in Healthcare (2018) | Conferred by the Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam University.
  • • The Albert Schweitzer Award in Medicine (2017) | Conferred by the Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Research Centre.
  • • Outstanding Entrepreneur of the Year (2011) | Presented by Union Minister Dr. Farooq Abdullah at the APEA - Enterprise Asia Awards.
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    • Email: drkannanvish@gmail.com
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    Office Locations & Networks
    • • Academic Headquarters: Institute of Economics, Latvian Academy of Sciences, Akadēmijas laukums 1, Riga, LV-1050, Latvia.

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