Current lab members
My doctoral research work involved at the level of protein-protein interactions between the malarial cysteine proteases- falcipains and their macromolecular substrate, hemoglobin (Hb). Additionally, I am also working to identify the interactions between falcipains and their endogenous macromolecular inhibitor, falstatin. I also work on targeting the recently characterized aspartic protease plasmepsin IX through novel compounds developed in-house.
Rahul Pasupureddy, Ph.D.
ICMR-SRF
rahul[at]mrcindia.org
rahul3555[at]gmail.com
My doctoral research work focuses on investigating marine natural extracts for their action against the ever evolving parasite Plasmodium as well as the vector species, Anopheles. As India is surrounded by three different marine bodies, I work in collaboration with different marine scientists for such an investigation in order to find new molecules effective in suppressing the malaria disease.
Cherish Parashar
CSIR-SRF
echizencherish[at]gmail.com
I am very enthusiastic to know how protein network communicates in drug resistance parasite. I am aiming to gain a new perspective on the identification of novel interacting protein partners which playing a major role in artemisinin drug resistance in Plasmodium falciparum.
Preeti Chaudhary
NIMR-JRF
preetichaudhary504[at]gmail.com
After my PG degree, I did a specialization in Parasitology, which ignites my passion for this wonderful field of research. Being a quick learner with an optimistic attitude, I am highly interested in characterizing the crucial proteins of the parasite, which should be essential for their life cycle. I am also interested in exploring new tools to block/obstruct gametocyte transmission.
Renuka
CSIR-SRF
renuka66witty[at]gmail.com
With a background of biochemistry and biotechnology, I always had a keen interest in the protein biochemistry of parasite. I am also interested in exploring the biological tool against malaria. Exploring my research in biopesticides against the fight of insecticide resistance mosquito.
Jatin Kumar
CSIR-SRF
jatinkumar735[at]gmail.com
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My study aims to investigate the role of heat shock protein 70 (HSP70) in Anopheles mosquitoes, assessing its response to temperature fluctuations, insecticide exposure, and parasitic stress. By examining the impact of HSP70 under these conditions, we are seeking to elucidate its contribution to mosquito survival, development, and vector competence. Understanding how HSP70 influences the mosquito's response to environmental stressors and pathogen infection could provide valuable insights into the molecular mechanisms underlying vector adaptation and malaria transmission dynamics. My research may inform the development of novel vector control strategies and aid in the prevention of malaria transmission.
Bharti Goyal
DBT-SRF
bhartigoyal133[at]gmail.com
I recently joined the Protein Biochemistry and Engineering group at NIMR and am interested in studying the tissue specific expression profiles of novel proteins in mosquitoes. My research interests also include uncovering regulatory networks through transcriptomics and screening novel inhibitors.
Hem Lata Singh
CSIR-SRF
hem.mahur[at]gmail.com
I am a Structural Biology researcher dedicated to Macromolecule Crystallography and
Protein Bioinformatics to unveil the intricacies of Protein Structure and Function. I earned
my Ph.D. in Bioinformatics from Alagappa University. Currently, I am serving as a Project
Research Scientist-I in the Protein Biochemistry & Engineering lab at ICMR-NIMR. My
research work primarily focuses on transmission blocking of the Indian Malaria vector using
bacterial endosymbionts, particularly in Plasmodium falciparum.
Amala Mathimaran M.Sc., Ph.D.,
Project Research Scientist-I
amalatwin@gmail.com
Myself Rakesh, I have joined the protein biochemistry group as TA. I am very intrigued by protein biochemistry and structural biology especially how a minute change in primary structure alter the structure as well as function and protein- protein interaction using both experimental and computational approach. Right now my work is focused on protein purification, characterization, parasite culture, cloning etc which involves many biochemical techniques like ELISA, PCR, CLONING, SDS, Agarose gel etc.
Past members
Atul Yadav, Ph.D.
PDF at Vector Biology group at ICMR-NIMR
atulmbt[at]gmail.com
Bhumika Kumar, Ph.D.
Molecular specialist, POCT Services Pvt. Ltd, AIIMS- Rishikesh
bhumikakumar.10[at]gmail.com
Deepak Jayara, Ph.D.
Shiv Nadar University, India
dsjayara007[at]gmail.com
Hari Shankar, Ph.D.
Technical Offcier
hshankar6127[at]gmail.com
hshankar.hari.nimr[at]gov.in
Akansha Pant, Ph.D.
Postdoctoral Research Fellow,
Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, USA
akanshanimr[at]gmail.com
Kapil Vashisht, Ph.D.
Senior Research Scientist, Hetrochem Innotech Pvt. Ltd.
Hansraj College, New Delhi
Srinivasan Sundaraj, Ph.D.
Postdoctoral Research Fellow
Australia National University, Australia
Sonia Verma, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor, Department of Biotechnology,
Noida Institute of Engineering and Technology, Greater Noida
Alyssa’s goal was to contribute to scientific solutions that reduce the impact of infectious diseases on low income and resource poor communities. Along with our team this summer, Alyssa used molecular biology techniques to clone and express key Plasmodium vivax surface antigens to be used in serosurveillance studies. This is a vital tool to evaluate the success of malaria elimination strategies and to determine how to allocate resources to the communities that need them most.
Alyssa Agarwal, Undergraduate scholar
Alan S. Tetelman and Robert C. Bates Summer Fellowship for International Research
Yale College, CT, USA
alyssa.agarwal[at]yale.edu