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.

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. 

Project Associate I 

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 a master’s student at Jamia Millia Islamia University, currently conducting my dissertation under Dr. Arpan Parichha. My research focuses on understanding how brain development is altered in autism spectrum disorder, with particular emphasis on hippocampal development. I am interested in finding the underlying molecular mechanisms driving these changes.Beyond my academic work, I enjoy binge-watching series and movies as a way to unwind. I also like playing video games such as Call of Duty, IGI, and Counter-Strike in my free time.

Summer trainee

I am a BS-MS undergraduate student at IISER Tirupati pursuing a Biology major. I’m drawn to questions at the intersection of neurodevelopment and memory, particularly how experience shapes the developing brain.

Beyond the lab, I work with charcoal and clay, exploring forms through realistic art and sculpture .

Summer trainee

I am a BS-MS undergraduate student at IISER Tirupati pursuing a Biology major. I am currently working as a summer trainee at CSIR-IGIB under Dr.Arpan Parichha.  As someone deeply interested in neuroscience , this lab provides me with the foundation I need while looking  at brain development. 

Beyond the lab, I enjoy dancing and I am a trained kathak dancer.

Summer trainee

I am a third-year Integrated M.Sc. student at NISER Bhubaneswar. I am fascinated by developmental biology and neuroscience, particularly how molecular and cellular mechanisms shape neural development and contribute to various diseases. Beyond academics, I have a strong interest in sports and enjoy both playing and following a variety of them. In my leisure time, I like learning about new topics, exploring different cultures, and broadening my perspective through books, conversations, and experiences.