Scientist F
Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology
Profile
The laboratory focuses on targeting host factors to generate broad spectrum antivirals and disease pathogenesis modifiers. Studies look at identifying interferon-stimulated genes (ISGs) and their modulators as antivirals against Chikungunya as well as elucidating key molecules involved in vascular endothelial leakage as disease modifiers in severe dengue.
Academic Positions
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Visiting Faculty
Molecular Microbiology & Immunology, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, Baltimore, MD, USA
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Scientist
Animal Biotechnology Laboratory, Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology
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Veterinary Surgeon
Department of Animal Husbandry, Government of Kerala
Education
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PhD Biotechnology 2004
Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology
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MVSc Immunology 1996
Indian Veterinary Research Institute, Izatnagar
Awards
- 2015-2016Fulbright-Nehru Academic and Professional Excellence Fellowship (FNAPE)
- 2004Young Scientist Award, XII National Symposium of Indian Society for Veterinary Immunology and Biotechnology
- 1996Indian Council for Agricultural research (ICAR)-Agricultural Scientist Recruitment Board (ASRB) National Eligibility Test (NET)
- 1994-1996Gold Medal and Best student award from Indian Veterinary Research Institute (IVRI)
- CSIR-Senior Research Fellowship
- Indian Veterinary Research Institute Junior research Fellowship
- Merit scholarships from Kerala University and Kerala Agricultural University
Memberships
Life Member, Society of Biological Chemists, Bangalore, India
