Ph.D

Born and raised along the sacred bank of the Ganges, I hail from Bihar, also known as "Abode of Monasteries." I hold an M.Sc. in Biotechnology from Madurai Kamaraj University, Madurai. In July 2021, I joined IIT Bombay to pursue a Ph.D. My research focuses on investigating the effects of pesticides on Primary Cilia-mediated Hedgehog signaling and its broader implications.

Beyond academia, I love playing sports, particularly cricket and badminton, and I enjoy exploring places and reading novels in my leisure time. 

I am Soumyadeep, originally from Kolkata, the "City of Joy." I hold a master's degree in Biotechnology from Savitribai Phule Pune University, Pune, and currently work in the Cilia Biology Lab. My research focuses on understanding cilia dynamics and their implications in health and disease.

Outside the lab, I have a keen interest in literature and enjoy cycling.

I come from West Bengal, a place known for its rich culture and heritage. In 2023, I  completed my M.Sc. in Biotechnology from Savitribai Phule Pune University, Pune. At present, I am working in Cilia Biology Lab, where my research focuses on understanding how the tiny organelle "cilia" is maintained and how the trafficking system within cilia is regulated.

Outside of my research, I enjoy spending time in nature and reading novels. I am also passionate about dancing and singing, which I pursue as hobbies.

Hi, I belong to the City of Taj. I completed my bachelor's in life sciences at the University of Delhi. I'm pursuing an M.Sc-Ph.D dual degree from IITB, where I joined the Cilia Biology Lab in 2023. Here, I am working on elucidating the activity and trafficking of Somatostatin Receptor 3 in primary cilia. 

Apart from academics, I like exploring new places and trekking. I enjoy sketching, art and craft work, and listening to music in my leisure time.

Hello! I’m Muskan Sahu, a PhD scholar at the Cilia Biology Lab. I’m originally from the City of Lakes—Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh. I completed my Master’s in Biotechnology from The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda. In July 2024, I began my doctoral research focused on understanding the pathomechanisms underlying cilia loss and its role in cancer progression.

When I’m not peering down a microscope or buried in data, you’ll probably find me with my headphones on, lost in music, or out exploring new places—always on the lookout for the next adventure!