Biocon KGI Certificate Program in Biosciences
Dr. Eddie Crabbe
Dr. Eddie Crabbe is an experienced biopharmaceutical professional with expertise in biologics, process development, and biopharmaceutical manufacturing. Based in Irvine, California, he has worked with leading pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, including Avid Bioservices and Allergan, where he contributed to process development, scale-up, technology transfer, and manufacturing of biologics.
Earlier in his career, Dr. Crabbe worked with KAM Biotechnology in Canada and gained international research experience in Japan and the United States, with a focus on microbial biotechnology and bioprocessing.
Dr. Crabbe is also a member of Biocon Academy’s global faculty, where he shares his industry experience and mentors students and young professionals. He is passionate about helping bridge the gap between academic knowledge and the practical needs of the biopharmaceutical industry.
Dr. Subhrajit Bhattacharya
Dr. Subhrajit Bhattacharya is an Assistant Professor and Program Coordinator for the Biocon KGI Certificate Program in Biosciences at Keck Graduate Institute (KGI). A neuroscientist and pharmacologist by training, his research focuses on the molecular mechanisms underlying memory formation, synaptic plasticity, and neurodegenerative disorders. With expertise in molecular neuroscience, electrophysiology, and behavioral neuropsychology, he has worked extensively on glutamate receptor trafficking, NMDA and AMPA receptor signaling, Parkinsonian models, pediatric epilepsy, and ion channel disorders. Driven by a passion to unravel the complexities of the brain, Dr. Bhattacharya is committed to advancing neuroscience research, fostering scientific innovation, and mentoring the next generation of life sciences professionals.
Pukar Ratti
Pukar Ratti is a healthcare and clinical research leader with more than 25 years of experience spanning clinical research, academic medicine, biobanking, healthcare administration, and higher education. He currently serves as System Director of Clinical Research & Operations at Baylor Scott & White Health and has held leadership roles at prominent healthcare institutions. Pukar is also an experienced educator and adjunct faculty member, contributing to the development of professionals in clinical research and healthcare management. His expertise encompasses clinical research operations, regulatory affairs, research strategy, and healthcare innovation.
Jason Kerr
Jason Kerr, MBS, MBA, CQA is an experienced quality and regulatory professional with expertise in regulatory compliance, quality management, regulatory intelligence, and data integrity within the biopharmaceutical industry. He currently serves as a Senior Manager at Moderna and is also an Adjunct Professor at Keck Graduate Institute (KGI). Jason holds degrees in Biochemistry, Business and Science, and Business Administration, along with a certificate in Bioscience Industry Law and Practice. He is actively engaged in advancing quality and regulatory practices across the life sciences industry through professional leadership, education, and thought leadership.
Sneha Nagarajan
Sneha Nagarajan is a biotechnology professional with experience in biomaterials, bioprocessing, and life sciences. She has been associated with OrganaBio and Keck Graduate Institute, where she has developed expertise at the intersection of scientific research and biotechnology innovation. Sneha is also actively involved in professional and community initiatives supporting women and the advancement of STEM. Her multidisciplinary background reflects a strong commitment to applying biotechnology to meaningful real-world challenges.
Dr. Anastasia Levitin
Dr. Anastasia Levitin is a Professor of Practice in Translational Medicine at Keck Graduate Institute (KGI), with extensive expertise in biotechnology, microbiology, and infectious diseases. She holds a PhD in Biology with a specialization in Plant Biotechnology and has conducted postdoctoral research at institutions including McGill University, the National Research Council of Canada, and Stanford University. Her research focuses on host-pathogen interactions, microbial toxins, and the development of host-oriented therapies through drug repurposing. Dr. Levitin is also deeply committed to education and currently serves as a program director at KGI, supporting the development of future leaders in life sciences and healthcare.
David kent
David Kent is a biopharmaceutical professional with expertise in bioprocessing, downstream processing, cell and gene therapy, and advanced therapeutic manufacturing. He has gained extensive industry experience through his work with leading biopharmaceutical organizations and has contributed to the development of innovative approaches for advancing life-changing medicines. David has also been associated with Keck Graduate Institute (KGI), where he has contributed his industry knowledge and expertise to biotechnology education. His combination of technical expertise and industry experience enables him to effectively bridge academic learning with real-world biopharmaceutical applications.
Dr. Bhavishya Mittal
Dr. Bhavishya Mittal is a pharmaceutical development and manufacturing expert with more than 20 years of industry experience in formulation design, process development, CMC strategy, and project management. He has held leadership positions at organizations including BioDuro-Sundia, Kronos Bio, AbbVie, the U.S. FDA, Takeda, and Astellas Pharmaceuticals. Dr. Mittal has also contributed to biotechnology education as an adjunct faculty member at Keck Graduate Institute and is an active leader within the American Association of Pharmaceutical Scientists (AAPS). He is an accomplished author, inventor, and thought leader in pharmaceutical manufacturing, with multiple books, patents, and peer-reviewed publications to his credit.
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Dr. K Bangarurajan
Dr. K Bangarurajan is a Professor with over 39 years of regulatory and academic experience, including 36 years as a regulator at the State and CDSCO levels and 3 years in academics. A former Joint Drugs Controller General of India (JDCI), CDSCO, he specializes in Pharmaceutical Regulatory Sciences.
Dr. Balamuralidhara V
Dr. Balamuralidhara V is an Associate Professor with 23 years of experience across industry, research, and teaching. He specializes in Pharmaceutical Regulatory Sciences and Pharmaceutical Product Development.
Dr. M P Venkatesh
Dr. M P Venkatesh is an Associate Professor and Coordinator of the Global Regulatory Affairs (GRA) Program, with 20 years of experience across industry, research, and teaching. He specializes in Pharmaceutical Regulatory Sciences and Pharmaceutical Product Development.
Dr. M P Gowrav
Dr. M P Gowrav is an Associate Professor with 16 years of research and teaching experience. He specializes in Pharmaceutical Regulatory Sciences and Pharmaceutical Product Development.
Dr. Hemanth Kumar S
Dr. Hemanth Kumar S is an Associate Professor with 12 years of experience across industry, research, and teaching. He specializes in Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance and Pharmaceutical Product Development.
Dr. Shailesh T
Dr. Shailesh T is an Assistant Professor with 10 years of experience across industry, research, and teaching. He specializes in Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance and Pharmaceutical Product Development.
Dr. Meghana G S
Dr. Meghana G S is an Assistant Professor with 3 years of research and teaching experience. She specializes in Pharmaceutical Regulatory Sciences.
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Dr. Akash Chaurasiya
Dr. Akash Chaurasiya is an Associate Professor at BITS Pilani, Hyderabad Campus, with extensive industry and academic experience in developing complex pharmaceutical formulations for global markets. He is an accomplished researcher, innovator, entrepreneur, and mentor, with contributions spanning patents, industry collaborations, research publications, and healthcare innovation.
Prof. Judith M. Braganca
Prof. Judith Maria Bragança is a Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at BITS Pilani, K K Birla Goa Campus, with over two decades of experience in teaching, research, and academic leadership. Her expertise spans microbiology, biotechnology, and environmental sciences, with significant contributions through research publications, funded projects, PhD mentorship, and professional service to the global scientific community.
Dr. Archana Khosa
Dr. Archana Khosa is a pharmaceutical professional with over 21 years of experience in pharmaceutical research, product development, drug delivery systems, and academia. With expertise spanning industry, research, and teaching, she brings a strong industry-oriented perspective to pharmaceutical education, innovation, and professional development.
Dr. Ankit Jain
Dr. Ankit Jain is an Assistant Professor of Pharmacy at BITS Pilani, Pilani Campus, with expertise in advanced drug-delivery systems and green technologies. A globally recognized researcher, he has been featured among the Stanford/Elsevier Top 2% Scientists since 2021 and has made significant contributions through high-impact publications, patents, and international research collaborations.
Dr. Abhijeet Rajendra Joshi
Dr. Abhijeet Rajendra Joshi is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Pharmacy at BITS Pilani, Hyderabad Campus, specializing in neuroscience and pharmacology. His research focuses on peripheral neuropathies, neuropathic pain, neurodegenerative disorders, and nerve regeneration, with significant contributions through internationally recognized research publications and innovative therapeutic studies.
Dr. Ketaki Belsare
Dr. Ketaki Belsare is an Assistant Professor at BITS Pilani with expertise in biotechnology, protein engineering, and genome-editing technologies. Trained at leading international institutions including RWTH Aachen University and UCSF, she brings extensive academic and industry experience in biotechnology research, innovation, and education.
Dr. Salma Khanam
Dr. Saby John K
Dr. Saby John K. is an educator, biotechnologist, and certified student counsellor with over two decades of experience in higher education. His expertise spans biotechnology, microbiology, public health, curriculum development, academic coordination, and student mentoring, with a strong focus on application-oriented learning and learner success.
Prof. Kumar Pranav Narayan
Prof. Kumar Pranav Narayan is a faculty member in the Department of Biological Sciences with expertise in biotechnology, microbiology, cancer therapeutics, and nutraceutical research. His work focuses on targeted drug delivery, cancer biology, vaccine adjuvants, and applied microbiology, supported by active collaborations with leading academic and research institutions across India.
Dr. Suhani Sinha
Dr. Suhani Sinha is an Associate Professor of Pharmacy with over 25 years of combined industry and academic experience. Her expertise spans pharmaceutical research, manufacturing, and education, with extensive experience in leadership roles across the pharmaceutical industry and active involvement in workforce development through higher education and professional learning programs.
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Dr. Hemanth Kumar S
Dr. Hemanth Kumar S is an Associate Professor with 12 years of experience across industry, research, and teaching. He specializes in Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance and Pharmaceutical Product Development.
Prof. Saravana Babu Chidambaram
Prof. Saravana Babu Chidambaram is Head, Department of Pharmacology, JSS College of Pharmacy, and Coordinator, Centre for Experimental Pharmacology & Toxicology, JSSAHER, Mysuru, with 20 years of research experience in Neuropharmacology and Toxicology. His research focuses on neuroprotection in neurological disorders, supported by extensive publications and funded research.
Dr. Chandan R S
Dr. Chandan R S is Associate Professor and Head, Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, and Quality Manager, JSS Drug Testing Laboratory, JSSAHER, Mysuru, with over 26 years of experience in pharmaceutical analysis, research, teaching, and quality assurance.
Dr. K. Trideva Sastri
Dr. K. Trideva Sastri is an Assistant Professor, Department of Pharmaceutics, JSS College of Pharmacy, specializing in nanotechnology-enabled drug delivery and translational pharmaceutics, with a focus on nucleic acid therapeutics.
Dr. Asha Spandana K M
Dr. Asha Spandana K M is an Assistant Professor, Department of Pharmaceutics, JSS College of Pharmacy, JSS AHER, Mysuru, with over 12 years of academic and research experience specializing in novel drug delivery systems, pharmaceutical formulation, and pharmacokinetics.
Dr. Gangadharappa H. V.
Dr. Gangadharappa H. V. is an Associate Professor and Head, Department of Pharmaceutics, JSS College of Pharmacy, JSS AHER, Mysuru, with over 21 years of academic and research experience in novel drug delivery systems, nanotechnology, and pharmaceutical formulation development.
Dr. Dithu Thekkekkara
Dr. Dithu Thekkekkara is an Assistant Professor at JSS College of Pharmacy, JSS AHER, Mysuru, with over 13 years of research and teaching experience in neuropharmacology, preclinical research, and radiation biology.
Dr. Karthika Paul
Dr. Karthika Paul is an Assistant Professor, Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, JSS College of Pharmacy, JSS AHER, Mysuru, with 17 years of academic and research experience in pharmaceutical analysis, drug development, and advanced analytical techniques.
Dr. Ram Mohan Ram Kumar
Dr. Ram Mohan Ram Kumar is an Associate Professor and Head, Department of Pharmaceutical Biotechnology, JSS College of Pharmacy, JSS AHER, Mysuru, specializing in targeted drug delivery, cancer biology, biomarker discovery, and diagnostic technologies.
Dr. Preethi S
Dr. Preethi S is an Assistant Professor, Department of Pharmaceutics, JSS College of Pharmacy, JSS AHER, Mysuru, with over eight years of teaching and research experience in novel drug delivery systems, nanoformulations, and pharmaceutical formulation development.
Dr. Savitha R. S.
Dr. Savitha R. S. is an Associate Professor at JSS College of Pharmacy, JSSAHER, Mysuru, with nearly two decades of experience in clinical pharmacy practice, pharmacoepidemiology, and renal pharmacotherapy.
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Drug Metabolism and Pharmacokinetics (DMPK)
Dr. Pushpa H
Dr. Pushpa H. is the Principal of Ramaiah College of Arts, Science and Commerce and a distinguished academic with over two decades of experience in teaching, research, and academic leadership. Her expertise spans microbiology, mycology, mushroom taxonomy, and bioremediation, with notable contributions through research publications, patents, student mentorship, and national and international collaborations.
Dr. Vasanth Kumar Bhaskara
Dr. Vasanth K. Bhaskara is an accomplished academic and researcher with over 21 years of experience in teaching and biomedical research. His expertise spans cancer cell biology, signal transduction, proteomics, and breast cancer stem cell research, with international postdoctoral training in the USA and ongoing research focused on therapeutic interventions for aggressive breast cancers.
Dr. Sowbhagya R
Dr. Sowbhagya R. is an Assistant Professor and PhD guide in the Department of Biotechnology and Genetics at Ramaiah College of Arts, Science and Commerce (Autonomous). With over 21 years of experience in academia and industry, her research interests include nutraceuticals, neuroprotection, nanotechnology, and cancer biology, contributing to advancements in biotechnology and life sciences.
Dr. K N Chidambara Murthy
Chidambara Murthy is a pharmacist and researcher with around 20 years of experience in research and development. His work focuses on preventive medicine and chronic diseases using in vitro, cell line, animal, and human models. He also specializes in research administration, training professionals in research methodology, study planning, scientific writing, grant writing, and project execution.
Ms. Lakshmi Achuta
Lakshmi Achuta is a quality and compliance expert with extensive experience advising biotechnology, pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and medical device organizations across the product lifecycle. Her expertise spans quality systems, regulatory compliance, auditing, and skill development, with a strong track record in implementing international standards and supporting regulatory inspections across diverse healthcare industries.
Dr. Vidya Jagadeeshan
Dr. Vidya is a biotechnology researcher and educator with over 13 years of experience in teaching and research. Her expertise spans plant metabolomics, transcriptomics, bioinformatics, and plant biotechnology. She is recognized for her innovative teaching approach, technology-enabled learning, and contributions to advancing research and student development in the life sciences.
Mr. Umanandan Misra
Mr. Umanadan is a seasoned pharmaceutical professional with extensive experience in production, quality control, and industrial training. Having worked with leading pharmaceutical organizations, including AstraZeneca, he has contributed significantly to workforce development by mentoring and training aspiring professionals for successful careers in multinational pharmaceutical companies.
Lopamudra Biswal
Lopamudra Biswal is a pharmaceutical quality professional with expertise in quality systems, regulatory compliance, and skill development. She provides advisory services to educational institutions and industry-academia partnership programs, supporting excellence in GxP, ISO standards, quality strategy, compliance, and workforce capability development.
Vireshkumar H. Sheth
Vireshkumar H. Sheth is a process engineering expert with extensive experience in the design and scale-up of pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical manufacturing and research facilities. His expertise includes aseptic processing, containment systems, and fermentation technology, complemented by his active involvement in industry consulting, teaching, and mentoring future life sciences professionals.
Dr. Shashidhar Bharadwaj S
Dr. Shashidhar Bharadwaj S. is a researcher and educator specializing in organic, medicinal, and computational chemistry. His work focuses on heterocyclic synthesis and bioactive compounds, with contributions published in leading international journals. He is also actively engaged in innovative teaching, research, and student mentorship.
Aniruddha Parulkar
Aniruddha is a seasoned engineering professional with over 27 years of experience in HVAC and utility systems for pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and industrial facilities. His expertise spans facility design, engineering, execution, commissioning, and regulatory compliance, enabling the successful delivery of high-performance and industry-compliant infrastructure solutions.
Dr. Pramod Prakash Desai
Dr. Pramod Desai is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biotechnology and Genetics at Ramaiah College of Arts, Science and Commerce (Autonomous) with over 21 years of experience in teaching, research, and industry. His research interests include nanotechnology, neurobiology, and molecular biology, contributing to advancements in biotechnology and life sciences.
Mr Seshadri
Mr. Seshadri is an experienced HVAC and cleanroom engineering professional with over 25 years of expertise in pharmaceutical facility design and execution. His specialization includes HVAC systems, contamination control, temperature and humidity management, and cleanroom solutions for pharmaceutical and vivarium facilities, supporting industry-compliant infrastructure development.
Mr Sundar
Mr. Sundar is a seasoned engineering professional with over 32 years of experience in engineering services, facility design, and project implementation for the pharmaceutical industry. His expertise encompasses MEP services, utility and process piping, HVAC and cleanroom design, as well as the successful execution of greenfield and brownfield projects for formulation, API, and R&D facilities. He is also highly regarded for his project management, cost optimization, and technical consulting capabilities.
Dr. Swetha.P
Dr. Swetha P. is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Microbiology at M.S. Ramaiah College of Arts, Science and Commerce (Autonomous), Bengaluru. Her expertise spans sustainable microbiology, plant pathology, microbial biotechnology, computational biology, and endophytic microorganisms. She is committed to advancing research and education in microbiological sciences through innovative teaching and scientific inquiry.
Dr. Utpal Roy
Degree: Ph.D. Microbiology, NDRI Karnal (ICAR)
Area of Specialization: Antimicrobial Research
Thesis title: “Studies on Genetics and Biochemical Aspects of the Antifungal Substances Produced by Lactic Acid Bacteria.”
Positions Held:
- Research Board Member from Division of D. Microbiology (1994-1996) at NDRI Karnal.
- Research Board Member from Biological Sciences Group, BITS Pilani (1999-2000).
- Senate Member since 2011
About the Faculty
Dr. Utpal Roy is heading the Department since 2004 at BITS Pilani, K. K. Birla Goa Campus.
Dr. Vijayashree Nayak
Degree: Ph.D., Cancer Cytogenetics, MAHE, Manipal
Area of Specialization: Molecular mechanisms in Cancer and therapeutic applications of Tissue engineering.
Thesis title: “Anticancer activity of Tenosporacordifolia on HeLa cells in response to 60Co gamma radiation and without radiation.”
Positions Held:
- Associate Professor, Biotechnology, March ’08 to March ’09, Rajalaxmi College and Research Institute, Chennai
- Professor, Industrial Biotechnology, MGR University, Chennai, May ’07 to March ’08
- Assistant Professor, Biotechnology, Oct ’02- May ’07, Sri Ramachandra Medical University, Chennai, India
- Research Associate, Biomedical Research, July ’01- Mar ’02, King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
- Senior Research Fellow, Laser Technology, June ’99- Jul ’01, Department of Laser Technology, Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), (DU)
- Lecturer, Microbiology, Kasturba Gandhi College for Women, Secunderabad, AP, India, Jun ’98 – May ’99
Dr. Judith Braganca
Degree: Ph.D., Goa University, August 2003
Area of Specialization: Microbiology
Thesis title: “Uptake of Arsenic and Cadmium by Halophilic Archaea.”
Positions Held:
- Lecturer in Biotechnology, Dhempe College, Goa
- Lecturer in Biological Sciences, BITS – Pilani, Goa Campus
- Assistant Professor in Biological Sciences, BITS – Pilani, K. K. Birla Goa Campus
About the Faculty
Dr. Judith M. Braganca joined the Department in 2004 when BITS – Pilani started the Goa campus. She teaches Microbiology and Immunology to the students of MSc. Biological Sciences and Microbial Fermentation Technology and Molecular Immunolgy to the students of M.E. Biotechnology.
Email: judith@goa.bits-pilani.ac.in
Dr. Meenal Kowshik
Degree: Ph.D., Microbiology, Pune University, 2003
Area of Specialization: Microbiology
Thesis title: “Microbial synthesis of semiconductor and transition metal nanoparticles, their physico-chemical characterization and evaluation as nanomaterials.”
Patents:
- A process for manufacturing gold metal nanoparticles Indian Patent No. 205346
- A process for manufacturing metal sulphide nanoparticles Indian Patent No. 202756
- A process for manufacturing silver metal nanoparticles Indian Patent No. 202757
- Nanomaterial based DNA Delivery vehicle for bacterial transformation, Provisional Indian patent application number 1529/MUM/2013
Positions Held:
- Associate Professor at the Department of Biological Sciences at BITS – Pilani, K. K. Birla Goa Campus, March 2013
- Assistant Professor at the Department of Biological Sciences at BITS – Pilani, K. K. Birla Goa Campus, Jan 2006 – 2013
- Lecturer in the Department of Biological Sciences at BITS – Pilani, K. K. Birla Goa Campus, 2004 – 2005
Email: meenal@goa.bits-pilani.ac.in
Prof. Sajeli
Degree: Ph.D. (Medicinal Chemistry) from Institute of Medical Sciences, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi (2005)
Area of Specialization: Medicinal Chemistry
Thesis title: Studies on Genetics and Biochemical Aspects of the Antifungal Substances Produced by Lactic Acid Bacteria.
Awards
Recipient of Deutscher Akademischer Austausch Dienst (DAAD) Fellowship (2004) to pursue part doctoral research at Eberhard Karls Universitat, Tuebingen, Germany.
Prof. Sriram
Degree: Ph. D. (Medicinal Chemistry), Institute of Technology, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, India, Jan 2000. (Record period of 2 years)
Area of Specialization: Medicinal Chemistry
Patents
- Yogeeswari, P. Sriram, D. Kumar, A.S.K. et al., Novel N-Spiro substituted compounds. Indian Patent 263536 (Granted on 5th Nov 2014)
- Yogeeswari, P. Sriram, D. Madhubabu, B. Brahmam, M. Indian Patent Application No. 2945/DEL/2014 (15/10/2014): A Compound for treating inflammatory neuropathic pain and cancer.
- Saketh, D.V.S. Srikanth, V. Yogeeswari, P. Sriram, D. Indian Patent Application No. 5707/CHE/2014 (13/11/2014): Novel compounds as modulators of AKT.
- Yogeeswari, P. Sriram, D. Hasitha, S.A. Brahmam, M. Indian Patent Application No. 1763/DEL/2015 (12/06/2015): Cathepsin D inhibitors and compositions thereof for treating breast cancer.
- Vinay K Nandicoori, Vijay Soni, P. Yogeeswari, D. Sriram, Indian Patent Application No. 3167/DEL/2015 (1/10/2015) M. Tuberculosis GlmU inhibitor
Positions Held
- Associate Researcher at National Institute of Science and Technology for Tuberculosis, Technopuc, Brazil
- Visiting Scientist at Center for Drug Design and Discovery, Sathyabhama University, India
Dr. Vamsi
Degree: Ph. D. (Pharmaceutical Sciences), South Dakota State University, USA, 2010
Area of Specialization: Pharmaceutical Sciences
Dr. Sankar Ganesh
Degree:
Post Doctoral Research Fellow – Bioprocess Engineering, INSA de Toulouse, France, Nov 2008.
Ph.D. – Environmental Science & Engineering, Pondicherry (Central) University, India, Apr 2008
Area of Specialization: Environmental Science & Engineering
Thesis title:
Post-Doctoral Research Fellow – “Optimisation of the production of bioplastic precursors, polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHAs) from municipal sludge by sequencing batch reactor system under dynamic condition.”
Ph.D. – “Some applications of bioprocess engineering in solid waste management.”
Positions Held
- Assistant Professor, Department of Biological Sciences, BITS – Pilani, Hyderabad Campus, India, 2009 – Till date.
- Senior Consultant, Swiss Red Cross, Switzerland, INTACH Pondicherry Chapter, Puducherry, India, Nov 2008 – Jun 2009.
- Post-Doctoral Research Fellow, Laboratoire d’Ingénierie des Systèmes Biologiques et Procédés, INSA de Toulouse, France, May 2008 – Nov 2008.
- Senior Research Fellow, Council of Scientific & Industrial Research, Centre for Pollution Control and Energy Technology, Pondicherry University, India, Apr 2006 – May 2008.
- Project Associate, Centre for Environment Education, Ministry of Environment & Forests, Tirupur Field Office, India, Oct 2002 – Jan 2004.
- Lecturer, Environmental Studies, Mountain State University, EDUSCAN, Abu Dhabi, UAE, Jun 2000 – Sep 2001.
About the Faculty
Assistant Professor, Department of Biological Sciences
Associate Dean, International Programmes & Collaboration Division
Leader, Innovation & Entrepreneurship Imperative, Mission 2015, Vision 2020
Prof. Vidya Rajesh
Associate Professor, Department of Biological Sciences
Associate Dean, Academic Research Division, BITS – PILANI Hyderabad Campus
Degree:
Ph.D. (Molecular Biology), BITS – Pilani, 2007
M.E Biotechnology at BITS – Pilani, 2000
M.Sc in Microbiology from Nagpur University, 1995
Thesis title: “Studies on Sequence Diversity and Characterization of the Apical Membrane Antigen of Plasmodium in Indian Isolates.”
Positions Held
- January 2014 – till date: Associate Dean, Academic Research Division, BITS, Pilani – Hyderabad Campus
- August 2012 – Jan 2014: Professor In-charge, Academic Research Division, BITS, Pilani – Hyderabad Campus
- July 2008 – August 2012: Head of the Department (HoD), Biological Sciences Department, BITS, Pilani – Hyderabad Campus.
- July 2008 – October 2009: Faculty In-charge, Student Welfare Division, BITS – Pilani – Campus.
- September 2005 – May 2008: In-charge, Instruction cell, Practice School Division, BITS – Pilani – Pilani campus
About the Faculty
Prof. Vidya Rajesh is working as Associate Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences, BITS – Pilani, Hyderabad campus since June 2008. From 2001 – 2008 she was associated with BITS, Pilani where she completed her M.E. (Biotechnology).
Email: vidya@hyderabad.bits-pilani.ac.in, vidya_nrajesh@yahoo.com
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Prof. D. Sundar, FNASc
Dr. Shyam Rajagopalan
Prof. R Srivatsan
Prof. S Thiyagarajan
Prof. S. Thiyagarajan is a researcher in structural biology, biophysics, and computational biology, with a PhD in Physics, Crystallography, and Biophysics from the University of Madras. He has conducted postdoctoral research at Wayne State University, USA, and Lund University, Sweden, focusing on metal-responsive regulators and redox sensing in microbial systems. Since joining IBAB in 2013, his research has centered on X-ray crystallography, protein biochemistry, and computational studies of DNA-protein and metal-protein interactions, advancing our understanding of microbial stress response mechanisms.