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Our group is looking for motivated MSc, PhD students and postdoctoral researcher with chemistry and biology background. Please contract Dr. Palei!
Principal Investigator (PI)
Dr. Shubhendu Palei
PhD in Chemical Biology, University of Muenster, Germany
Post-Doc (TU Dortmund University, Germany & ETH Zürich, Switzerland)
Senior Scientist (Athebio AG, Zürich, Switzerland)
Email: spalei@chem.iitkgp.ac.in
Post-Docs
Dr. Pratiti Mandal
Pratiti is a passionate researcher who earned her PhD in cancer metabolism. She is enthusiastic about integrating her erstwhile expertise with the ongoing research in the Palei Lab, driven by a desire to ask deeper questions and explore new biological insights. At the core of what drives her in life is hope-hope that sustains her curiosity, resilience, and commitment to meaningful discovery. Alongside science, Pratiti is a trained reciter and experienced emcee, and after a long demanding day, she finds solace in listening to the sarod or by losing herself in poetry, drawing inspiration and calm from music and words.
Ph.D : Cancer Metabolism, CSIR-Indian Institute of Chemical Biology, Kolkata (2025)
M.Sc. : Zoology (Cytogenetics and Molecular Biology), University of Kalyani (2016)
B.Sc. : Zoology, Krishnagar Government College (2014)
Date of joining : December 2025 (I-PDF)
Email: pratiti@chem.iitkgp.ac.in
Research topic : Metabolic perturbations in renal carcinoma cells using JQ1 analogues : Epigenetic modifications and mechanistic insights
PhD Students
Souvik Sasmal
Souvik grew up in Hooghly, West Bengal. He is interested to work in the interface of chemistry and biology. Apart from this, he enjoys to watch tennis.
M.Sc. Chemistry, NIT Jamshedpur (2023)
B.Sc. Ramakrishna Mission Vidyamandir, University of Calcutta (2021)
GATE 2024
Date of Joining: July 2024
Email: souvik322001.24@kgpian.iitkgp.ac.in
Research Topic: Histone post-translational modifications
Arun Biswas (Joint PhD student with Dr Avik Samanta)
Arun is a native of Tungidighi, Uttar Dinajpur, West Bengal, passionate about discovery and innovation. He is driven by a fascination for new ideas and an enthusiasm for cooking, blending scientific curiosity with culinary creativity.
M.Sc. Chemistry, IIT (ISM) Dhanbad (2023)
B.Sc. Raiganj University (2021)
NET 2022
Date of Joining: July 2024
Email: ARUN891.24@kgpian.iitkgp.ac.in
Research Topic: Synthetic biology for targeted delivery
Nandini Dutta
Nandini is a passionate learner and trained Hindustani classical vocalist who finds joy in the rich traditions of Indian music. Beyond singing, she enjoys reading, writing, and playing badminton, bringing the same curiosity and enthusiasm to each pursuit. In her research work, she thrives on asking thoughtful questions, exploring new ideas, and deepening her understanding of the world.
M.Sc. Chemistry, Sant Longowal Institute of Engineering and Technology (2024)
B.Sc. Chemistry, Jagannath Kishore College (2021)
GATE 2025
Date of Joining: July 2025
Email: nandinidutta25@kgpian.iitkgp.ac.in
Research Topic: Ribosomal Display of Cyclic Peptides
Sonia Baidya
Sonia is a passionate chemist from Basirhat with a deep love for nature and an adventurous spirit, always eager to explore new horizons in both life and research. Driven by curiosity, she enjoys delving into innovative ideas in chemistry and beyond, combining scientific rigor with creativity to uncover fresh perspectives.
M.Sc. Chemistry, IISER Bhopal (2025)
B.Sc. Chemistry, West Bengal State University (2023)
GATE 2025
Date of Joining: July 2025
Email: sonia2525@kgpian.iitkgp.ac.In
Research Topic: Phage Display of Cyclic Peptides
Pratyusha Adak (Joint PhD student with Dr. Soumya De)
Born and raised in Kolkata, also known as the “City of Joy”, Pratyusha is a science enthusiast who wants to bring meaningful difference in people’s lives through her research. Beyond the lab, she enjoys spending time in nature and exploring new places.
M.Sc. Microbiology, St. Xavier's College (Autonomous), Kolkata
B.Sc. Microbiology, Lady Brabourne College
GATE 2023
Date of Joining: July 2025
Email: pratyusha25@kgpian.iitkgp.ac.in
Research Topic: Directed evolution of intein enzyme
Master students
Anup Shankari
Anup is an aspiring chemist from Basirhat, West Bengal, with a strong interest in the fields of drug discovery, catalysis, and chemical biology. He is passionate about exploring the interface of biology and chemistry to develop solutions for real-world problems.
M.Sc. Chemistry, IIT Kharagpur (2026)
B.Sc. Taki Government College (2024)
Date of Joining: July 2025
Email: anupshankhari111@gmail.com
Research Topic: Designed semisynthetic cyclic peptide for targeting Histone PTMs
Pravat Kumar Panda
Pravat kumar panda is an chemist who is intrested in enzyme kinetics,catalysis,peptide synthesis, chemical biology and also passionate in teaching in higher education and research. Apart from study I am interested in playing cricket,volleyball and chess. and also interested in some human welfare activity like blood donation,Tree plantation etc.
M.Sc. Chemistry, IIT Kharagpur (2026)
B.Sc. Chemistry, (2024)
Date of Joining: July 2025
Email- pravatkumarpanda.24@kgpian.iitkgp.ac.in
Research Topic: Phage Display of Cyclic Peptides
Join us! We have multiple openings for Bachelor-Master thesis, PhD students and Postdocs in our group. If you are a Chemist or Biologist having interest in the interdisciplinary area of Chemical Biology, please contact Dr Palei at spalei@chem.iitkgp.ac.in
Lab Alumni
Master Thesis
Ranit Sarkar
Integrated M.Sc. Biotechnology, St. Xavier`s College, Kolkata (2025)
Duration: March-May 2025
Research Topic: Histone post-translational modifications
Interns
Anup Shankari, M.Sc. Chemistry, IIT Kharagpur (May-June 2025)
Priyanshu Motilal, BS-MS Dual Degree, IISER Thiruvananthapuram (May-June 2025)
Rozi Khatoon, M.Sc. Chemistry, NIT Rourkela (May-June 2025)
Diya Ghosh, Integrated M.Sc., Chemistry major with Biology minor, NISER Bhubaneswar (May-June 2025)
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