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Dr. Samya Sen, Postdoc My name is Samya Sen. I have completed my B.Sc. in Microbiology (2011) from Rastraguru Surendranath College, Barrackpore (West Bengal State University) and M.Sc. in Microbiology (2013) from St. Xavier’s College, Kolkata (University of Calcutta) where I was conferred with the prestigious Fr. Franz Goreux S.J. Memorial Gold Medal. Thereafter, I joined the University of Kalyani and earned my Ph.D. in antibacterial nanotechnology and drug resistance in 2021. I joined the SG group @IITJ in March 2022, and am currently working on antimicrobial peptides/small molecules to mitigate antibiotic resistance development against ESKAPE pathogens. Email ID: samysen@iitj.ac.in |
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Nabanita Mukherjee, Ph.D. Student I am Nabanita Mukherjee. I have completed my M.Sc in Organic Chemistry from the Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology Shibpur in 2017 and served as a DBT JRF(project) in Indian Institute of Chemical Biology. I have joined the SG group at the Indian Institute of Technology Jodhpur on 22nd July 2019. Currently, I am working on Peptide-based soft materials and therapeutics for various neurodegenerative diseases. Apart from research, I love reading novels and listening to soft rock music. EMail ID: mukherjee.1@iitj.ac.in |
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Surojit Ghosh, Ph.D. Student I did my B.Sc. Hons(chemistry) from the University of Calcutta (2014) and M.Sc. (2016 in organic chemistry) from Ramakrishna Mission Vivekananda centenary college (Rahara) then I later worked for two years in Industry at TCG Lifesciences Kolkata, and Jubilant chemsys, Noida. Meanwhile, I Qualified GATE and NET LS and joined the SG group in July 2019. My broad area of interest includes the design and synthesis of small molecules and peptide based therapeutics for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD). Moreover, I like Travelling, Singing in my free time. EMail ID: ghosh.1@iitj.ac.in |
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Satyajit Ghosh, Ph.D. Student I have completed my BSc. in Genetics from the Institute of Genetic Engineering , West Bengal, and MSc. In Genetics from Maulana Abul Kalam Azad University of Technology, West Bengal. During my MSc. project I have worked on the effect of SNP in Pancreatic Cancer from the National Institute Of Biomedical Genomics. I have Joined SG Group in July 2019. EMail ID: ghosh.2@iitj.ac.in |
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Ramkamal Samat, Ph.D. Student I have completed my B.Sc in chemistry and MSc. in organic chemistry from Vidyasagar University, West Bengal. After qualifying GATE I have joined SG Group in July 2019. My research interest broadly involves small molecule synthesis, peptide chemistry, and Alzheimer's disease. EMail ID: samat.1@iitj.ac.in |
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Shubham Garg, Ph.D. Student I did my Master’s in Biotechnology from Central University of Rajasthan. During my M.Sc. project, I worked on nanoparticles mediated drug delivery and its application in wound healing. Meanwhile, I joined the SG group in July 2019. I am broadly interested in the use of nanoparticles to interrogate the biological systems and looking forward to applying Nanobiotechnology to unanswered questions of Alzheimer’s Disease. Outside of the lab, I have board interest in music, movies. While “Movie nerd” would describe me quite well, I’m all ears for any story you have to tell. EMail ID: garg.9@iitj.ac.in |
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Rajsekhar Roy, Ph.D Student Hello everyone, I have completed my M.S.(Pharm.) in medicinal Chemistry from National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research(NIPER)-Kolkata. During my Masters project years at CSIR-IICB my efforts were directed toward developing multitargeted peptide-based component which can alter the Aβ-42 mediated toxicity in Alzheimer’s disease. I have joined the group here at IIT-Jodhpur in January, 2020. Here I will be focusing my work on applying the interface of chemical, biophysical, and molecular/cellular biology approaches to understand how protein misfolding and aggregation contribute to the pathogenesis of Alzheimer’s disease (AD) on a molecular level. EMail ID: roy.5@iitj.ac.in |
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Aniket Jana, PMRF-Fellow Hi, I am Aniket. I have completed my M.Sc from the University of Calcutta. Then later worked in TCG life science, jubilant chemsys, syngene international for two years. Meanwhile, I Qualified for GATE and joined SG Group in January 2020. My hobbies include drawing and painting. I am interested to work in chemical synthesis related to neuroscience. EMail ID: jana.1@iitj.ac.in |
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Sanju Gupta, CSIR-SRF I did my 5 years Integrated MSc. in life sciences from central university of Jharkhand. I have qualified both CSIR-NET JRF as well as GATE and joined SG Group in January 2020. My broad research interest involves in the field of neurobiology. I find reading quotes, novels and sketching interesting. EMail ID: gupta.47@iitj.ac.in |
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Debasmita Nandi, CSIR-JRF I have completed B.Sc and M.Sc in Zoology from University of Calcutta, West Bengal. After qualifying CSIR, ICMR and GATE, I have joined SG Lab, IITJ in 2021 with the zeal for perceiving neuroscience at the biology-chemistry interface level. My research interest involves studying different nervous system injuries, specifically traumatic brain injury and its underlying pathophysiological mechanism in order to find its therapeutic lead through the development of peptide hydrogel. Apart from academics, I am very fond of reciting, listening music, travelling and reading story books EMail ID: nandi.3@iitj.ac.in |
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Umar Arshi, Ph.D. Student I have completed my B.Sc degree from Patna University and M.Sc from University of Hyderabad in Biotechnology. My research interest involves exploring the potential of small molecule-based therapeutics for utrophin upregulation in Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD). My research focuses on mitigating the detrimental secondary symptoms caused by the primary loss of dystrophin by regulating uncontrolled inflammation through innovative small-molecule treatments. Apart from research, I love watching movies, anime, and cricket. EMail ID: arshi.2@iitj.ac.in |
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Monika, JRF I have completed my graduation in Microbiology from Barkatullah University, Bhopal, and my post-graduation degree from the Central University of Rajasthan, Ajmer. In February 2024, I joined the SG group, IITJ, as Project JRF working on membrane targeting antibacterial therapeutics. EMail ID: monikasingh@iitj.ac.in |
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Moumit Mohan Khatua, Mtech Student I am Moumit Mohan Khatua, an MTech student with a deep enthusiasm for neurobiology and Alzheimer's research. My work focuses on developing Peptide Nanoparticles, aiming to contribute to innovative therapeutic strategies for neurodegenerative diseases. EMail ID: m23bbe006@iitj.ac.in |
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Dr. Moumita Jash, National Post Doc Fellow (NPDF) She has completed her PhD in Organic Chemistry from IICB Kolkata (2020) and Postdoc from SG Lab, IITJ as a National Postdoctoral Fellow(2024). Publications First Author: Journal of organic Chemistry (2019), Advanced Synthesis & Catalysis (2019), Journal of Organic Chemistry (2016), Synthesis (2018). Co-Author: Chemical Communication 2020, Organic & Biomolecular Chemistry (2018.) Co-Author: Seven publications Total publications: Ten Current Status: Research Associate II, Aragen Life Sciences, Bangalore EMail ID: moumitajash@iitj.ac.in |
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Dr. Chirantan Kar, National Post Doc Fellow (NPDF) He has completed his PhD in Chemistry from IIT Guwahati (2014) and Postdoc in Applied Chemistry from Keio University, Tokyo, Japan(2017). Publications First Author: Sensor Letters, 2011; RSC Advances,2012; Tetrahedron Letters, 2012; Journal of Photochemistry and Photobiology A: Chemistry, 2013; Inorganic Chemistry, 2013; Luminescence, 2013; Sensors and Actuators B Chemical, 2013; New Journal of Chemistry, 2014; Dalton Transactions, 2015; RSC Advances, 2017. Co-Author: Ten publications Total publications: Twenty Current Status: Assistant Professor, Dept.of Chemistry, Amity University, Kolkata EMail ID: chirantankar2000@gmail.com |
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Dr. Sharmistha Naskar, RA-I, CSIR She has joined this group on August 16, 2018. She has completed her PhD in Bioengineering from IISc Bangalore (2018) under the guidance of Prof. Bikramjit Basu & Prof. V. Kumaran. Email: sharmistha2k11@gmail.com Publications First Author: ACS Biomaterials Science & Engineering, 2017; ACS Applied Bio Materials,2018; Regenerative Engineering and Translational Medicine, 2018; Co-Author: ACS applied materials & interfaces, 2016 Co-Author: Journal of neurosciences in rural practice Total publications: Five EMail ID: sharmistha2k11@gmail.com |
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Dr. Soumi Sukla, RA-III, CSIR She has joined this group on June 1, 2018 . She has completed her PhD in Animal Genetics and Breeding from Indian Veterinary Research Institute, Bareilly, UP (2006). Experience: Post-doctoral Researcher at University of Cambridge, UK (2007-2012) Lecturer, University of Lincoln, UK (2013-2014) Pool Officer (CSIR-Scientist Pool Scheme) at IICB, Kolkata (2015-2018) First Author: Eight research articles in Journal of Medical Microbiology, Archives of Virology, PLoS Pathogen, Journal of Antimicrobial Chemotherapy, Antiviral Research etc. Co-Author: Nine publications. EMail ID: soumisukla@gmail.com |
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Juhee Khan, Ph.D. Student I did my B.Sc in Biotechnology from G.I.C.T.S College, Jiwaji University (2011) and Masters in Neuroscience from S.O.S. in Neuroscience, Jiwaji University, Gwalior (2014).I have joined SG group in December 2016 with DST- INSPIRE fellowship. My area of research involves the study of mechanism of small molecules against oxidative stress generated in various Neurological disorders.She has joined this group on December 6, 2016. EMail ID: juheekhan10@gmail.com |
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Dr. Varsha Gupta, Ph.D. Awarded I have completed my Bachelor's in Biotechnology from St. Columba's College, (2012) and Master's from Vinoba Bhave University,(2014) Hazaribagh, Jharkhand. I joined the SG group in April 2016. My wide area of interest involves the study of effect of Imidazole based small molecules in neuronal differentiation through various signaling pathways using various in vitro assays. Thesis Title: "Neurogenic Potential of Imidazole- based Small Molecules". Current Status: Postdoctoral Fellow, University of Chicago, USA EMail ID: guptavarsha@csiriicb.in |
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Dr. Prabir Kumar Gharai, Ph.D. Awarded I have completed my B.Sc in chemistry and M.Sc in Inorganic chemistry from Vidyasagar University, West Bengal. After qualifying National Eligibility Test (NET), I have joined SG group at CSIR-Indian Institute of Chemical Biology, Jadavpur in January 2017. Recently, I am working on the area of synthesis of new small molecules for neurogenesis and cellular imaging. Thesis Title: "Design And Development Of New Small Molecule For Neurogenesis And Cellular Imaging". Current Status: Postdoctoral Fellow, Oklahoma State University, USA EMail ID: pkgiicb@gmail.com |
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Dr. Rathnam Mallesh, Ph.D. Awarded He has joined this group on May 20, 2018, he has completed his B. Pharm from Satavahana University (2015) and M.S. Pharm in Medicinal Chemistry from NIPER Mohali (2017).Thesis Defended Thesis Title: "Small Molecule Chemical Modulators for Targetting Multiple Pathogenesis of Alzhimer's Diseases: Potential Strategy to Develop Anti-Alzheimer's Therapeutic Leads" Thesis Defended on 27th May 2023. Current Status: Post-Doctoral Research Associate, University of Alberta, Canada. EMail ID: rathnammallesh@gmail.com |
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Dr. Subhajit Ghosh, Ph.D. Awarded He has joined this group on May 6, 2014, he has completed his B.Sc in Microbiology from Midnapore College (2009) and M.Sc in Microbiology from Midnapore College (2011). Thesis Defended Thesis Title: "Bioinspired Scaffold And Platform For Advancement Of Therapeutic Potential Of Microtubule Targeted Drug And Monitoring Microtubule Dynamics". Current Status: Post-Doctoral Research Associate, Indian Association for the Cultivation of Science, Kolkata, India EMail ID: subhajitmicro@gmail.com@iitj.ac.in |
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Dr. Surajit Barman, Ph.D. Awarded He has joined this group on July 22, 2014. He has completed his B.Sc in Chemistry from Midnapore College (2012) and M.Sc in Chemistry from Indian Institute of Technology, Guwahati (2014). Thesis Title: " Design, Synthesis and Targeted Delivery of Microtubule Binding Molecules". EMail ID: sbiitg91@gmail.com |
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Dr. Krishnangsu Pradhan, Ph.D. Awarded He has joined this group on July 22, 2014. He has completed his B.Sc in Chemistry from Haldia Govt. College (2012) and M.Sc in Chemistry from Indian Institute of Technology, Guwahati (2014). Thesis Title: " Development of Novel Neuroprotective peptoids and Hydrogel". EMail ID: krishnangsu.26@gmail.com |
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Dr. Gaurav Das, Ph.D. Awarded He has joined this group on November 5, 2015. He has completed his B.Sc in Biotechnology from SVIMS College, WBUT (2012) and M.Sc in Molecular Biology from West Bengal University of Technology, Kolkata (2014). Thesis Title: "Chemical Modulators Targeted to Mitochondria and Microtubule for Cancer Therapy" Current Status: DST INSPIRE FACULTY, Chittaranjan National Cancer Institute, Kolkata. EMail ID: biotechgaurav70@gmail.com |
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Dr. Anindyasundar Adak, Ph.D. Awarded He has joined this group on June 26, 2016. He has completed his B.Sc in Chemistry from Midnapore College (2011) and M.Sc in Chemistry from Vidyasagar University (2013). Thesis Title: "Design, Development, and Application of different Peptides targeted to different intra-cellular components". Current Status: University of Reading, Whiteknights, U.K. EMail ID: anindyachem08@gmail.com |
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Dr. Prasenjit Mondal, Ph.D. Awarded Thesis Title: Designing Platforms and Peptides for Monitoring Microtubule Function and Neuroprotection Publications: First Author: Phys Chem Chem Phys., 2015, Phys Chem Chem Phys., 2016, Chemistry SELECT, 2017, Langmuir, 2018,ACS Chem. Neurosci., 2018, J Am Chem Soc.,2018, ACS Chem. Neurosci., 2018 Co-Author: Fourteen publications Total publications: Twenty one Patent Filed:Indian(Two), US patent(One) Current Status: Postdoctoral Research Fellow in the Department of Neurology, Massachusetts General Hospital(MGH)and Harvard Medical School(HMS). EMail ID: pjit007@gmail.com; PMONDAL@mgh.harvard.edu |
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Dr. Saswat Mohapatra, Ph.D. Awarded Joined the group on 08.08.2013 & awarded PhD on 5.12.2018 Thesis Title: Multiple target specific chemical combinations for development of potential anti-cancer therapy Publications : First Author: Chem.Commun. 2015, RSC Adv., 2015, Chem. Commun., 2016,Phys Chem Chem Phys., 2016, Adv Healthcare Mater., 2017 Co-Author: Sixteen publications Total publications: Twenty one Patent Filed:Indian(One), PCT Int.(One)US patent (one) Current Status: Postdoctoral Fellow at Cedars-Sinai, Los Angeles, California, USA. EMail ID: saswatbiochem@gmail.com |
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Dr. Debmalya Bhunia, Ph.D. Awarded Joined the group on 23.08.2013 & awarded PhD on 31.10.2018 Thesis Title: Understanding Protein-Protein And Protein-Peptide Interaction And Their Potential Therapeutic Applications Publications : First Author: Phys Chem Chem Phys., 2015, Chem. Commun.,2016, RSC Adv.,2016, J Am Chem Soc.,2018,Chem. Commun.,2018 Co-Author: Ten publications Total publications: Fifteen Patent Filed:Indian(One), PCT Int.(One) Current Status: Postdoctoral fellow, Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory, New York, USA. EMail ID: debmalya.bhunia3@gmail.com |
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Dr. Batakrishna Jana, Ph.D. Awarded Joined the group on 01.07.2011 & awarded PhD on 16.11.2016. Thesis Title: Development Of Functionalised Nanomaterials For Delivery Of Multiple Biomolecules Into The Cell Publications : First Author: RSC Adv.,2013, Macromol Biosci.,2013, Chem. Commun.,2014, Chem. Commun.,2015, ACS Appl. Mater. Interfaces,2016. Langmuir, 2017 Co-Author: Nineteen publications Total publications: Twenty five Current Status: Ramanujan Fellow, IISER, Kolkata. EMail ID: batakrishna.jana@gmail.com |
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Dr. Abhijit Saha, Ph.D. Awarded Joined the group on 01.07.2011 & awarded PhD on 08.11.2016 Thesis Title: Reconstitution Of Alzheimer Disease Propagation Pathway Using Aβ Peptide And Its Link With Cancer Publications First Author: Chem. Commun.,2013; RSC Adv.,2013; Soft Matter,2014; Chem. Commun.,2015; RSC Adv.,2015; RSC Adv.,2016; ACS Appl. Mater. Interfaces,2016. Co-Author: Sixteen publications Total publications: Twenty three Patent Filed: Indian (One) Current Status: Assistant Professor, SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Tamil Nadu, India. EMail ID: saha.abhijit.g3@gmail.com |
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Dr. Atanu Biswas, Ph.D. Awarded Joined the group on 23.02.2011 & awarded PhD on 17.09.2015 Thesis Title: Biomolecular assembly in surface and solution Publications First Author: ChemBioChem,2013, Soft Matter,2014, Chem. Commun.,2014, ACS Chem.Neurosci.,2015. Co-Author: Five publications Total publications: Nine Patent Filed: US (One) Current Status: Research Scientist at Chembiotec MNC, Kolkata. EMail ID: biswas.atanu1@gmail.com |
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Dr. Vidya Rani Jha, Medical Trainee, MBBS Post graduate trainee, General Surgery Institute of Post Graduate Medical Education & Research, S.S.K.M. Hospital, 224, A.J.C Bose Road, Lala Lajpat Rai Sarani, Kolkata-700020 The West Bengal University of Health Sciences. Project Title: Study of NF-kB Expression in Breast Carcinoma Patients Undergoing Surgery with or without NACT and its Association with Adjuvant Therapy. EMail ID: vid.jha8389@gmail.com |
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Dr. Paban Mandal, Medical Trainee, MBBS Post graduate trainee, General Surgery Institute of Post Graduate Medical Education & Research, S.S.K.M. Hospital, 224, A.J.C Bose Road, Lala Lajpat Rai Sarani, Kolkata-700020 The West Bengal University of Health Sciences Project Title: Dual Impact of Surgery and Novel Chemical Strategies in Triple Negative Breast Carcinoma Patients. EMail ID: mandalpaban11@gmail.com |
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