Meet The Team

I obtained my bachelor’s degree majoring in Zoology from Gargi College, University of Delhi and pursued my master’s in biotechnology from South Asian University, New Delhi where I developed a keen interest in immune-oncology and immune-modulatory axis as a therapeutic target. This led me to join IMPACT lab where my key areas of interest are ameliorating pro-inflammatory diseases such as Type 2 diabetes mellitus using microbial metabolite-based immunotherapy and exploring possibilities in cancer immunotherapy as well. Apart of this, I am a movie enthusiast, really love to cook and fond of travelling to new places and explore cultures and society.

Contact: mg257@snu.edu.in

I am a PhD scholar at the IMPACT Lab, where my research focuses on unraveling the complexities of cancer immunology. My work aims to understand how immune cells interact with tumors and how these insights can be translated into more effective cancer immunotherapies. I am deeply committed to advancing this field through rigorous experimentation and critical thinking. Beyond the lab, I enjoy watching stand-up comedy shows and movies, cooking up new recipes, and spending quality time playing with my pet.

Contact: vd448@snu.edu.in

I am from Chennai, currently pursuing my fourth year at SNIoE. I am interested in immunology, with a particular focus on its translational part to alleviate human diseases. I previously spent my third year here at the IMPACT lab to engineer Lactobacillus bacteria to produce a tryptophan metabolite - indole that acts as the ligand for AhR signaling pathway that help reduce inflammation. I am currently taking this research to in vivo mice model, focusing on T helper cells to investigate the Th17–Treg balance in the context of Type 2 diabetes. When not in lab, you can see me either packing my bags for a trip or planning my next one. I am also trying to hit the gym consistently. 
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Contact: ag105@snu.edu.in

I am Sonakshi Bahuguna, a 4th year Biotech student. I enjoy reading and drawing. I am currently working on the topic 'Augmentation of Regulatory T Cell Activity using Engineered Lactobacillus strains for Countering Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus' 

Contact: sb712@snu.edu.in

I am from Chennai, currently pursuing my fourth-year dissertation at IMPACT Lab, Shiv Nadar Institute of Eminence. I have a strong interest in immunology, focusing on bridging potential fundamental immunological research to clinical applications. My thesis work revolves around the effect of indole on the production of effector T cells in type 2 diabetes mice model. Outside the lab, you’ll most likely find me running, watching series or enjoying music. 

Contact: aa608@snu.edu.in