Research

Areas of interest & Ongoing studies in the Lab

1. Develop digital tools for identifying early cognitive impairment in the aging population (Funded by intamural grant at IIITH)

2. Understanding healthy aging in an Indian population - cognitive, blood markers, epigenetic, and brain imgaing. In collaboration with CSIR-IGIB for epigenetic analysis.                    (Funded by DST-IHUB@IIITH)

3. How does our ability to flexibly update, generalize, and use memories change in chronic stress and depression?

4. Establishing methods to measure chronic stress

5. How does repeated exposure to stress alter our resilience?

6. How do prior experiences influence risk taking behaviour?

7. Scientifically evaluate the effects of Brahmi Ghee in mild cognitive impairment and promote well-being. In collaboration with Transdisciplinary University, Bangalore.                      (Funded by DST and the Pratiksha Trust, Bangalore)