Batch 2019

Doctor, Engineer, Scientist. PhD Scholar at the MD PhD program of BSSE. Working to create the next generation of critical care solutions.

Works with: Prof. Narendra Dixit, Prof. K V S Hari (ECE) and Prof. K Subramani (CMC, Vellore)

Project title: Applications of Machine Learning in Critical Care

I am passionate about bridging the gap between clinical and basic research, particularly in neurology. My current work involves understanding motor control by studying patients having movement disorders.

Works with: Prof Aditya Murthy (CNS) and Prof A.T. Prabhakar, Christian Medical College, Vellore

Project title: The role of basal ganglia and dopamine in motor control

I am interested to solve the unmet clinical need to develop universal influenza vaccine capable of conferring protection against both seasonal and newly emerging pre-pandemic strains. I aspire to be a research-inspired entrepreneur.

Works with: Dr. Rachit Agarwal (BSSE) and Dr. Shashank Tripathi (CIDR, MCB)

Project title: Development of a chimeric universal influenza vaccine providing both humoral and cell mediated immunity.

Currently working in the area of immune-engineering. Particularly interested in engineering innate immune cell functions by using cargo-free, sterile particles in clinical settings.
Besides research, I love painting and cooking. I’m an animal lover and an active member of the animal welfare society on campus.

Works with: Dr. Siddharth Jhunjhunwala, Immune-Engineering lab

Project title: Understanding the changes in functional capacities of innate immune cells upon uptake of sterile particles