Ankita completed her doctoral studies at Presidency University, Kolkata, in 2023, and in 2024, she joined CSIR-IICB as a postdoctoral researcher. Her research delves into the unconventional release of neuroviruses from host cells and examines the intricate relationship between this process, autophagy, and inflammation.

Beyond her scientific endeavors, Ankita is a passionate traveler with a love for exploring new destinations. She also enjoys immersing herself in web series and indulging in diverse culinary experiences.

Suparna completed her post-graduation in Biotechnology from St. Xavier’s College, Kolkata, and started her journey as a DBT-JRF at CSIR-IICB in 2022. She is investigating organellar trafficking pathways of ß-coronaviruses. 

Beyond her research, Suparna is a passionate pet keeper, bringing care and compassion to her furry companions.

Bhagyasree majored in Zoology and began her journey as a research scholar at CSIR-IICB in 2022. Her current research focuses on the non-lytic release of Japanese Encephalitis Virus from neuronal cells, a critical area of study in understanding viral behavior and its impact on the nervous system.

Outside of her research, Bhagyasree enjoys traveling, watching movies, and exploring new cuisines, bringing a sense of adventure and curiosity to her life.

Tamoghna joined CSIR-IICB, Kolkata in 2024. He completed his M.Sc. in Biotechnology from Utkal University, Bhubaneshwar. Tamoghna's research is focused on deciphering molecular mechanism of passive immunity in context of viral infection.