The Chemical Synthetic Biology Laboratory aims to understand the origins and evolution of biological entities and processes by building life-like systems known as artificial cells or synthetic cells from the bottom-up. The overarching philosophy of our research is learning about biology through building. Through this pursuit, we expect to discover new chemical reactions, new functional materials, and emergent biophysical phenomena. Harnessing those new discoveries, we will develop new tools for chemical and structural biology. In the long-term, we will address unmet needs specific to India, especially in relation to human health in resource-limited settings. 

We are building a vibrant team! Please write to us if you are ...

💡 Creative, self-driven, hard-working, and adventurous 

☘️ Curious about what it means to be "alive" in the language of chemistry

🦠 Passionate about solving a biological problem using chemical tools

✳️ Motivated to work in an interdisciplinary and inclusive environment

🏆 Willing to learn effective methods of research management and science communication

🏢 Motivated to start a company in the future 

🇮🇳 Eager to work on problems that meets the socio-economic needs of India

We are located in the beautiful, green, and historic city of Bhopal at the heart of India: