Research Scholar (ACSIR Ph.D. candidate)

Email: fatehmox9@gmail.com 

I completed my master's degree in Zoology at the University of Lucknow and joined Dr. Arpan Parichha’s lab at CSIR-IGIB in January 2024 as his first student. My scientific interests lie in exploring the molecular complexities of brain development and related diseases. Currently, I am working on a project titled “Effect of Maternal High-Fat Diet on Fetal Hippocampus Development” using a mouse model. But my life isn’t limited to the lab! I also serve as the President of the AcSIR-IGIB Science Club and the Vice-Captain of the IGIB-A cricket team, bringing energy and passion to both science and the field. Whether I’m cooking something delicious, smashing sixes on the pitch, or exploring new destinations, I always make time for the things that fuel my passion outside the lab.

Research Scholar (ACSIR Ph.D. candidate)

Email: yadavshreya2099@gmail.com 

I did my master’s from University of Hyderabad where I found my intrigue being piqued by Stem cell therapy regulated by epigenetic controlling. I developed a desire to learn iPSC and organoid culture. With my current curiosity driven by the sheer diversity and complexity of the brain, I am eager to decipher the intricate world of neurodevelopmental disorders, aiming to help alleviate those suffering from them. Beyond the bench, I find solace and joy in creative pursuits. Singing and painting allow me to express myself and find balance amidst the demands of research. I cherish spending time with friends, fostering meaningful connections that enrich my life.

Research Scholar (ACSIR Ph.D. candidate)

I completed my Master’s in Molecular and Human Genetics from BHU, Varanasi. During my master's, I became fascinated by omics techniques, particularly single-cell transcriptomics and proteomics. I aspire to uncover how the proteomic landscape changes in neurodevelopmental disorders, exploring the intricate processes that shape our nervous system. Outside the lab, I enjoy traveling, reading, and listening to music, which provide inspiration and balance to my scientific pursuits. 

Collaborative Post Doctoral Fellow between TIFR-Mumbai & CSIR IGIB

I completed my PhD from the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay and am currently working as a collaborative Postdoctoral Fellow between TIFR Mumbai and CSIR IGIB. My research interests lie in stem cell biology and neurodevelopment. I aim to investigate how autism spectrum disorder (ASD) risk mutations alter the normal trajectory of human brain development using stem cell–derived organoid models. 

M.Sc. Thesis Dissertation Student 

I am an M.Sc. Life Sciences student at the Central University of Gujarat and a thesis researcher at CSIR-IGIB in Dr. Arpan Parichha’s lab, studying how maternal high-fat diet influences fetal hippocampal development and glial-neuron interactions. Beyond research, I actively promote environmental awareness through science and art with UNIVART and AIAP/IAA India, an official partner of UNESCO.

M.Sc. Thesis Dissertation Student 

I am currently a student at IISER Berhampur, carrying out my dissertation in Dr. Arpan Parichha’s lab at IGIB, where my work focuses on early alterations in hippocampal development using a valproic acid-induced mouse model of Autism Spectrum Disorder. I am interested in exploring neurodevelopmental disorders and the biology underlying them. Outside the lab, I am a sports enthusiast ,a gold medallist in football and a national-level handball player. I also love travelling, painting when I want to relax, and dancing, these hobbies keep me grounded, bring me a sense of calm, and inspire me every day while I continue exploring both creative and scientific sides of life.