Avijeet Kulshrestha

I am a computational biophysicist studying large-scale phenomena in complex biological systems using molecular dynamics (MD) simulations. My work focuses on developing coarse-grained models and computational methodologies to access spatial and temporal regimes that are otherwise computationally intractable.

My primary research interest lies in integrating multiscale MD to address fundamental problems in membrane protein function and protein aggregation. Through this interdisciplinary approach, I aim to connect molecular-level simulations with experimentally observable biological behavior and mechanisms.

Explore my research, publications, and tools sections to learn more about my work.

Currently, I am an ANRF-NPDF (Postdoctoral Fellow) at NCBS Bengaluru, working with Dr. Shachi Gosavi.

About myself

I am a chemical engineer by training and received my Ph.D. from the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bangalore, where my doctoral research focused on biophysical modeling and simulation. During my Ph.D., I worked with Prof. K. G. Ayappa, Prof. Sudeep Punnathanam, and Prof. Rahul Roy, followed by postdoctoral research with Prof. Jeetain Mittal at Texas A&M University. In addition to my academic work, I have industry experience as a data analyst and data scientist at Accenture and Wells Fargo, respectively, which has shaped my interest in data-driven modeling.

I was born and raised in Agra, Uttar Pradesh, India, and completed my B.Tech. at Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam Technical University, Lucknow, and M.Tech. at IIT Roorkee, both in Chemical Engineering. Outside of research, I enjoy listening to classical music and practicing Hindustani classical vocals. I also value staying active through gym workouts, badminton, swimming, and playing musical instruments.

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