Batch 2020

Neeraja P S
I am a strong believer in interdisciplinary research, and I aim to serve society through novel therapeutics for better health and long life. Apart from doing science, I love to paint and write my thoughts down
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Works with: Dr. Rachit Agarwal (BSSE) and Dr. Kartik Sunagar(CES)
Project title: Engineering nano-carriers against snake venom

Paras Jain
I am interested in studying regulatory and stochastic cellular processes from a theoretical view point. Apart from work, I volunteer to teach school students, and like to read and discuss about development policy and social behavior from a economic view point.
Works with: Dr. Mohit Kumar Jolly, Cancer Systems Biology Lab
Project title: Cellular mechanisms driving epithelial-mesenchymal heterogeneity in a population of cancer cells

Pooja Patkulkar
I like reading, cooking and exploring science.
Works with: Dr. Sanhita Sinharay, Molecular Imaging Research Lab
Project title: Monitoring tumour pH sensitisation to improve current therapeutic outcomes in cancer patients.

Rakesh Kumar Pradhan
My scientific interests lies in the areas of Bio materials and Immunoengineering, and fortunately I am exploring these areas in my PhD.
General interests include dancing, gymming and exploring places.
Works with: Dr. Siddharth Jhunjhunwala & Prof. Balasubramanian Gopal
Project title: Understanding dynamics of Neutrophil – S. aureus interactions and methods to improve neutrophil’s killing capacity

S Abubakar Siddiq
I am interested in the mechanobiological aspect of aging. I am an avid reader of human psychology and stoic philosophy.
Works with: Prof. Namrata Gundiah (Biomechanics Lab); Prof. Deepak Kumar Saini (Saini Lab)
Project title: Role of mechano-sensing in aging