As a clinical researcher Nikhil Tandon’s work focuses on the epidemiology of chronic diseases, translational and implementation science research. He has authored over 400 peer-reviewed publications. Nikhil has been the recipient of the fellowships of the National Academy of Medical Sciences, Royal College of Physicians, Indian Academy of Sciences, and National Academy of Sciences. He is also the recipient of the Dr BC Roy Award (2005) and was awarded the Padma Shri in 2015.