2022 - Joint CSIR-UGC NET JRF
I did my schooling at Apeejay School, Park Street, Kolkata and integrated masters in Biotechnology from St. Xavier's College, Kolkata. I am currently working on investigating the perfusion-based influence on intra tumoral heterogeneity in Glioblastoma Multiforme. In my spare time, I like to paint and watch football.
Email: blz228263@bioschool.iitd.ac.in
2022 - Joint CSIR-UGC NET JRF
Joint supervision with Prof. Shilpi Minocha, KSBS
I completed my B Sc in Biotechnology from Utkal University, Odisha and M Sc, Biotechnology from Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan University, Odisha. I am looking forward to study the mystery of "Intratumoral Heterogeneity in Hepatocellular Carcinoma".
Apart from research, I engage myself in novels, music and enjoy getting some laughter dose by watching stand-ups.
Email: blz228267@bioschool.iitd.ac.in
Neha Balaji
2022 - GATE BT
I have completed my B tech in Biotechnology from Sri Venkateswara College of Engineering, Tamil Nadu. I am excited to explore the Perfusion Influence on Cancer Stem Cells in Hepatocellular Carcinoma. I like to spend my leisure time by sketching, watching movies and playing badminton.
Email: blz227560@bioschool.iitd.ac.in
2022 - Joint CSIR-UGC NET JRF
Joint supervision with Prof. Vivekanandan Perumal, KSBS
Hey there...I completed my B.Sc.- M.Sc. in Zoology from Hindu College, University of Delhi. My primary interest lies in the wide field of Vascular Biology cause as gerontologists believe, “A man is only as old as his arteries." Also, if you ever plan to take a break from Science and glance at our history through Delhi, I can be your tour guide.
Email: blz228499@bioschool.iitd.ac.in
2022 - GATE BT
Joint supervision with Prof. Shilpi Minocha, KSBS
I was born and brought up in Malda, West Bengal. I have completed my B.Sc. in Zoology from Scottish Church College, University of Calcutta. I did my M.Sc. in Zoology from Banaras Hindu University (BHU). My area of research lies in investigating the 'Intra-tumoral Heterogeneity in Hepatocellular Carcinoma'. In fact, I have a wide range interest in addition to science including singing, dancing, painting and recitation. I would give anything new and difficult a shot.
Email: blz228503@bioschool.iitd.ac.in
2022- SiRe Program
Joint supervision with Prof. Ishaan Gupta, DBEB
I completed MBBS from Maulana Azad Medical College, followed by MD (Internal Medicine) and DM (Medical Oncology) from AIIMS, New Delhi. I am a Medical Oncologist at AIIMS, New Delhi with my areas of expertise being breast and genitourinary cancers. I am following my passion for translational research to identify drivers of chemoresistance in triple negative breast cancer.
Apart from research, I love to travel, read and watch cricket. I am a certified SCUBA diver.
Email: srz228571@iitd.ac.in
2023 - DBT JRF
Joint supervision with Prof. Shilpi Minocha, KSBS
I completed my B Sc in Zoology Honors from University of Delhi and M Sc in Molecular and Human Genetics from Banaras Hindu University. I am looking forward to study the molecular pathways in non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD)-associated hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC).
Apart from research, I love to travel, read and watch cricket.
Email: blz238594@bioschool.iitd.ac.in
2024- SiRe Program
Joint supervision with Prof. Varun Ramamohan, Department of Mechanical Engineering
Ahoy! I earned my B.Sc. in Zoology & Biotechnology from Presidency College, Madras, followed by an M.Sc. in Life Science from NIT, Rourkela. I subsequently worked as a Project Assistant in the Computational Biology group at the Institute of Mathematical Sciences (IMSc), Chennai. I am passionate about exploring the various facets of tumor heterogeneity through the lens of spatial biology and aspire to become a systems biologist in the long run. Beyond science, I love reading, discussing academia, life, and philosophy, and pondering higher-order questions like “Who Am I?”
Email: srz248671@sire.iitd.ac.in
2024 - Joint CSIR-UGC NET JRF
Joint supervision with Prof. Shilpi Minocha, KSBS
I have completed my Bachelor's in Life Sciences from Sri Venkateswara College, University of Delhi, and my Master's in Molecular and Human Genetics from Banaras Hindu University. My research focuses on investigating brain regeneration and glioblastoma using zebrafish as a model system.Beyond the lab, I love diving into a good book and swimming, which keeps me refreshed and inspired.
Email: blz248663@bioschool.iitd.ac.in
2024- UQ-IITD Joint PhD Program
I am a biotechnology enthusiast with a B.Sc.(2022) from Vikram University, M.P., and an M.Sc. (2024) from Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi. My research journey has taken me from molecular and structural biology at InStem & NCBS, Bangalore, to developing next-generation 3D models to optimize systemic therapies for metastatic and recurrent triple-negative breast cancer. I am particularly passionate about translational research, bridging the gap between bench and bedside to bring scientific discoveries closer to real-world applications.
Outside the lab, I enjoy travelling, watching movies and sports, and exploring different business models—always curious to connect ideas across diverse fields.
Email: qiz248516@uqidar.iitd.ac.in