Meet Our Team

Ashis Kumar Bera

Research Scholar

I am a recipient of CSIR-UGC JRF fellowship for pursuing PhD. I have a bachelor's and a master's degree in Human Physiology. In the field of regenerative medicine, 3D Bioprinting is the most promising technology to design and fabricate tissues to restore parts that are lost in trauma or diseases. In this regard, fabricating a vascularised, structural and functional 3D bio-printed tissue stands challenging. I am passionate to develop a highly vascularized 3D bio-printed tissue model for tissue repair. 

Soham Ghosh

Research Scholar

I have completed my bachelor's and master's in Life Sciences. I am a recipient of the Prime Minister's Research Fellowship (PMRF). Additionally, I hold the CSIR-UGC JRF Fellowship and GATE Biotechnology qualification (AIR 40). As an enthusiastic cell biologist, my research interests in the BiofabTE lab are to explore the translational biomedical field. I am working on developing 3D-bioprinted in vitro lung tissue models.

Anwesha Ghosh

Research Scholar

I am fascinated by nascency of living organism and an extension of this fascination that drew me to biology and related subjects in the first place, and developed my passion for tissue engineering and biofabrication by the time I finished my post graduate studies in biotechnology from University of Hyderabad. I have a Bachelors degree in Life sciences from Presidency University, Kolkata. My research interest revolves around unleashing the mechanism of corneal scarring and 3D bioprinting of cornea as a therapeutic tool.

Sourita Ghosh

Research Scholar

I am a recipient of CSIR-UGC net fellowship for pursuing Ph.D. I am highly inquisitive about biological phenomenon and an extension of this inclination that drew my interest in fields of tissue engineering and biofabrication after I completed my masters in biotechnology from Burdwan University. My strong inclination is to pursue a research oriented carrier for a scientifically better tomorrow .My research interest revolves around 3D bioprinting and Tissue engineering of Liver.

Meenu

Research Scholar

My interest in science, propelled me towards a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry from Mahatma Gandhi University and Master's degree in Biopolymer Science from Central Institute of Plastic Engineering and Technology affiliated with Cochin University of Science and Technology. I am very much interested in developing and fabricating biomaterials for tissue engineering applications, using my knowledge in chemistry and principles of material science. My research interest in BiofabTE lab, focuses on 3D biofabrication technologies to develop complex structured organs and tissues 

Kiranmai Gaddam

Research Scholar

From early days of my education, I am fascinated by the scope of the Life Sciences domain in impacting human's life for better well-being. I was introduced to this field during my graduation at Aurora Degree College Hyderabad. Post that, I joined Hyderabad Central University to pursue master's degree in Biochemistry. Later, I worked at CCMB as project JRF, my work primarily involved in assessment of anti-cancer properties of various synthetic molecules and have published 4 research papers in reputed journals. As a PhD student and recipient of the Prime Minister's research Fellowship (PMRF) at BioFab Lab, my research area focuses on development of in vitro 3D glomerulus model for drug testing and understanding Kidney disease mechanisms.

Amit Ghosh

Research Scholar 

I have completed my B.Sc. in Zoology from Siliguri College under University of North Bengal and M.Sc. in Life Sciences from Presidency University, Kolkata. I have joined IITH Interdisciplinary Ph.D. program under BME department and CE department as a recipient of MoE Ph.D. fellowship (2021). I am interested in developmental biology and its regenerative applications using 3D bio-printing technology. Currently my research interest focuses on Bio-printed tumor organoids using patient-derived heterogeneous cell population and droplet microfluidics platform for personalized medicine.

Lubna Zeenat 

Research Scholar

I am an aspiring scholar and having completed M tech from NIT Bhopal, I joined the Bio Fab lab as a part of the joint doctoral program of 'IIT Hyderabad and Deakin University Australia'. I am immensely interested in bio-science and keen on working to develop and integrate vasculature within printed constructs for enhanced cell viability and function, to ensure functional tissue building for models and implantations.

Dr. Vineet Pramod Joshi

Research Scholar

I am an Ophthalmologist specializing in the management of Corneal Diseases. Recently pursued a Fellowship in LV Prasad Eye Institute Hyderabad in Cornea and Anterior Segment. With a brief stint in PGIMER Chandigarh as a research associate, I had a keen eye towards translational research along with clinics. I have learned in my journey that it is very important to be a 3 H doctor- a doctor with good Hands, Head, and Heart. All 3 being deeply invested in delivering the best possible care for patients in our country and globally, currently, I am offering various corneal transplantation, stem cell transplantation, cataract, and laser corneal surgeries. But when it comes to a load of global corneal blindness the need and supply do not match. We need a newer approach to support the current ongoing treatments and eye banks through corneal regeneration, tissue engineering, and 3d bioprinting and will explore this area of work.

Saumya S K 

Research Scholar

I am a joint doctoral Ph.D. scholar at IIT Hyderabad-Deakin University, Australia—a highly driven biomedical engineer with a passion for cutting-edge research. With a Ph.D. in progress and a Master's in Biotechnology, I have honed my skills in various fields, from cancer research to genetic engineering. I am particularly adept at applying cell and molecular biology techniques in 3D bioprinting of the urinary bladder tissue construct. As a Ph.D. scholar, I am constantly pushing the boundaries of scientific knowledge to create innovative solutions to complex biomedical problems.

Md Abdullah

Research Scholar

I hold a Master's degree in Biotechnology from Aligarh Muslim University and I Qualified ICMR-JRF  in 2021. I am passionate about the  realms of 3D bioprinting and computational simulation, with a specific emphasis on  Ansys fluent for intricate modeling in the field of  Biomedical Engineering. My primary research focus has been dedicated to the development of computational models   to streamline the outcomes of Bioprinting processes.

Bhavsar Aashwini Mahendra

Research Scholar

I am a dedicated and aspiring researcher with a diverse educational foundation of B. Pharmacy from Pune University and M. Tech. in Medical Devices from NIPER Kolkata. I have achieved academic excellence through prestigious scholarships, including the GPAT and NIPER JEE. I am pursuing a PhD at the Center of Interdisciplinary Programmes, IIT Hyderabad, in the Biomedical Engineering and Chemistry department. My research focuses on the innovative domain of cardiac tissue engineering using conductive composite hydrogels of bioinspired small molecules and conductive polymers, representing a novel approach to tackling critical challenges in regenerative medicine.

Mansi Dixit

Research Scholar

I possess a strong educational foundation with a Bachelor's in Pharmacy (B.Pharm) and a Master's in Medical Devices (M.Tech) from NIPER Kolkata. Furthermore, I have achieved noteworthy qualifications in both GPAT and NIPER-JEE. Driven by my background in pharmacy and medical devices, I am now harnessing my knowledge to delve into biochemical science. As a Ph.D. student at the BioFab TE Lab, my research is focused on developing electrically active bioink for cardiac tissue regeneration. I'm excited to bridge the gaps between these diverse fields and contribute to advancements in cardiac health and regeneration.

Sneha Dange

Research Scholar

I hold a Master's degree in Zoology and have qualified the CSIR-UGC JRF (AIR 81) and GATE (XL). Currently, I am pursuing a PhD at the BioFabTE Lab, where my research focuses on corneal tissue engineering. Specifically, I am developing bioactive materials and utilizing advanced 3D bioprinting techniques to enhance corneal regeneration. My work involves integrating bioactive materials, cells, and 3D bioprinting to promote tissue regeneration and support the seamless integration of engineered tissues with native ocular structures.

Sudhanshu Soni

Research Scholar

I am a PhD Scholar at the BioFabrication & Tissue Engineering (BioFabTE) Lab, IIT Hyderabad, and a recipient of the UGC JRF Fellowship. I hold a Bachelor's degree in Zoology and a Master's degree in Forensic Science from Dr. Harisingh Gour Vishwavidyalaya, Sagar, M.P. My research focus lies in 3D bioprinting, specifically in developing functional tissue and organoid structures for applications in drug delivery and toxicity assessment. Through interdisciplinary collaboration, I aim to contribute to cutting-edge advancements in biofabrication and regenerative medicine.

Vennam Srija Chowdary

M.Tech Student

I am an MBBS graduate from Malla Reddy Institute of Medical Sciences, Hyderabad, where I graduated in 2022. As a M.Tech. student here at BioFab TE Lab, I am currently deeply engaged in a pioneering project that focuses on the development of specialized pressure-offloading footwear aimed at preventing diabetic ulcers. My proficiency in CAD modeling further equips me to meticulously design and refine these specialized footwear solutions with precision and efficiency, ensuring they consistently adhere to the highest standards of quality and functionality. Simultaneously, I am conducting research in the field of biofabrication, specifically investigating how scaffold morphology influences cell growth. By synergizing my medical knowledge with advanced biofabrication technologies, I am actively involved in the development of innovative solutions aimed at enhancing the lives of patients.

Mandira Ghosh

M.Tech Student

I have completed my BSc and MSc in Zoology from the University of Calcutta and have prior teaching experience at K.K. University, Nalanda. Currently, I am pursuing an MTech in Biomedical Engineering with a specialization in Nanomedicine and Biomaterials. My Master's thesis focuses on the development and characterization of materials to enhance vascularization in a microfluidic chip for advanced tissue engineering applications, which is part of the JICA Friendship 2.0 project in collaboration with the University of Tokyo.

Dr. Shibu Chameettachal

Postdoc, Research Scholar

My area of interest is tissue engineering and 3D bioprinting. Currently pursuing research on "Corneal regeneration". Published 17 research papers in international and national journals, 4 book chapters, papers in various national and international conferences and also filed 2 patents.

Dr. KN Vijayasankar

Research Scholar

An aspirant mechanical engineer with specialization in CAD/CAM. I was fascinated by the potential of 3D printing technology, the way it blends mechanical engineering with medical field. I aim to develop low-cost orthotic, prosthetic devices for clinical use. I believe the potential of 3D printing will explore new horizons in medical research.  

Dr. Shyama Sasikumar

Research Scholar

I am the recipient of DBT-JRF fellowship for doctoral research and Fullbright Nehru Doctoral Research Fellowship for the year 2019-2020. Also, a part of the joint PhD program between IIT-H and Swinburne University of Technology, Melbourne. I completed master's in Biotechnology from Cochin University of Science and Technology and bachelor's in Biotechnology from Calicut University. My work focuses on liver modelling that can mimic the liver microenvironment to study the physiological processes and mechanisms of liver disease and screen potential drug treatment.

Dr. Ramya Bojedla

Research Scholar

I am an Oral physician and a Maxillofacial Radiologist by profession with a good clinical experience. With a great passion to provide the best health care for my patients and to improve the present-day treatment strategies, I have joined as a PhD fellow with MHRD scholarship at IITH. Currently, am working on the development of customized implants for maxillofacial reconstruction. 

Dr. Sriya Yeleswarapu

Research Scholar

I am a recipient of MHRD fellowship to pursue Doctoral Research after my masters in Biomedical Engineering from Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad. I hold a bachelor's degree in Electronics and Instrumentation. My work focuses on the development of a technology to enhance the mechanical properties of biomaterial formulations for 3D printed tissue engineering applications.

Dr. Amandeep Singh

Research Scholar

Being CSIR-UGC Fellow, I am pursuing my PhD from Bio-fab Lab collaborated with Bio-medical Optics lab. I have completed my Master's from Department of Physics, Punjab University, Chandigarh. As JRF fellow, I gained research experience from Medical Physics Lab (IISER Mohali) and currently developing Imaging system for foot-pressure distribution. My future work includes imaging of cell structure and corneal biomechanics using Optical Coherence Elasto-graphy technique.

Priyanshu Shukla

Research Scholar

I joined as PhD scholar to the BioFabTE Lab, in the Department of Biomedical Engineering, IIT-Hyderabad. I am a recipient of MHRD Fellowship (2018). My research interests lie in the field of cancer biology specifically the aberrant signalling pathways in cancer cells and anti-cancer therapeutics as well as biofabrication and 3D bioprinting. My future work plans involve development of an in vitro cancer model using 3D bioprinting technology for further detailed studies. 

Soumya Sethi

M.tech student

Batch of 2016-2018

She had completed her master's thesis from BiofabTE lab and further pursued her PhD in the area of DNA origami and artificial gene switching at Kyoto University, Japan. 

Purva Hibare

Junior Research Fellow

Purva completed her master’s degree in biotechnology from Pune University and worked as a trainee research associate at Apollo Hospitals. Her research experience included studying retinal regeneration in zebrafish within the field of regenerative medicine. She was particularly excited to work on the development of exosome platform technologies for therapeutic applications in cancer biology and was actively engaged in developing an in-vitro breast cancer model for improved translational relevance.

Abhiraj Kesharwani

M.Tech Student

Batch of 2018-2020

He had completed his master's thesis from BiofabTE lab. He has got admission to pursue PhD at University of Tokyo, Japan and has been working in the area of Bone tissue engineering. 

Manmohan Mitruka

M.tech student 

Batch of 2019-2021

Manmohan completed his bachelor's degree in biotechnology from DYPBBI in Pune. He persued his master’s thesis project at the BioFabTE Lab, IITH. He developed an innovative GelMA-based scaffold for 3D bioprinting of neural tissues.

Abhishek Dash

M.tech student

Batch of 2020-2022

He has completed his Mtech thesis from BiofabTE lab and currently enrolled as a research scholar in Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur. His research interests include development of in vitro disease models, generation of hiPSCs and discovering insights into myocardial regeneration. 

Sreelaxmi Manasa Pethakamsetty

M.Tech Student 

Batch of 2022-2024

As an optometry student, Manasa pursued an M.Tech in Ophthalmic Engineering through a collaborative program between IIT and LVPEI. Her Master's project was supervised by Dr. Falguni Pati and Dr. Vineet Joshi. Her project focused on "Tenon's Tissue ECM Matrix Hydrogel Bioink Preparation, Validation, and 3D Bioprinting," aiming to comprehensively study the biological properties and characteristics of the Tenon's capsule, a fibrous layer that surrounds the eyeball and plays a crucial role in eye movement and stability. She sought to address ocular diseases like corneal scarring, a major cause of vision impairment. Passionate about her research, she was committed to making significant contributions to the field of ophthalmic engineering.

Vivek M Chourasia

M.Tech Student

Batch of 2022-2024

Vivek worked on a machine learning predictive algorithm aimed at improving the compressive strength of composite 3D-printed constructs. In this project, he sought to enhance the 3D printing domain by using machine learning techniques to predict the strength of printed materials. He collected data, trained models, and applied them to gain a better understanding of the mechanical properties.

M Kruthi

M.Tech. Student

Batch of 2022-2024

I hold a degree in Electronics and Instrumentation and possess valuable experience in the IT industry. My strong passion for addressing unmet needs within the healthcare sector has driven me to pursue an MTech degree in Medical Device Innovation. My primary area of focus involves "Automating the segmentation of medical images and generating 3D-print-ready Patient Specific Craniomaxillofacial Implants using deep learning techniques.

Sneha Vijay Bhalerao

M.Tech. Student

Batch  of 2022-2024

I did bachelor's in biomedical engineering from Vidyalankar Institute of Technology, Mumbai, interned at Masina Hospitals and Global Hospitals as a Biomedical Engineering intern. Currently pursuing MTech in Biomedical engineering at IIT Hyderabad with Nanomedicine and Biomaterials as my specialization and also doing an internship at Medtronic, one of the top medical devices manufacturing companies in the World. My MTech thesis Project is to create a Novel Vascularized Bone on Chip model. This project is under the Friendship 2.0 Research grant 2023 in collaboration with Japan. I'm working under the guidance of Dr. Falguni Pati from IIT Hyderabad and Dr. Hironori Hojo from Tokyo University. My project involves creating a 3D printed chip with GelMA, Silk microfibers, TCP and HA.