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Prof. Dr.Pragya Komal
APID: 66244
capAssociate Professor at BIRLAINSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY AND SCIENCE, BITS-PILANI, HYDERABAD CAMPUS, INDIA Shamirpet Telangana, Telangana
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Dr. Pragya is an experienced More neurobiologist/electrophysiologist with more than fifteen years of experience in the field of neuroscience. She has established a track record in neurobiology, nicotine addiction, electrophysiology, and cell culture techniques. She graduated from the University of Victoria, Canada, and worked as a post-doctorate research fellow at the Hospital of Sick Children, Toronto, and McGill University, Canada. She is an Associate Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences, Birla Institute of Technology & Science Pilani (BITS-Pilani), Hyderabad Campus, India. She serves as an editorial board member of Nature Scientific Reports journal and an editor for Research & Reviews: A Journal of Life Sciences (STM journal). Her recent insights into the atypical function of immune protein receptors were recognized by the United Nations and included under the sustainable development goal for better health and well-being for all (UN-SDG). She has received several awards and grants from the International Brain Research Organization (IBRO).
Our laboratory focuses on the neurological benefits of Vitamin D3-Vitamin D receptors (VD-VDR) mediated signaling in the mammalian brain, primarily focusing on cholinergic systems. Our lab explores how the cross-talk among the myriad downstream signal molecules activated affects cholinergic receptor expression and function in difficult neuropathological conditions like those observed in Huntington’s disease and schizophrenia.

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Neuroscience

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Nicotine addiction, Vitamin D3 and mental health, Neurodegenerative disorders

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Ms Aishwarya Jain is currently working as an Assistant Professor at Sinhgad College of Pharmacy, Read More Vadgaon (Bk), Pune. She has half a decade of experience in Academics. Her research work has been recognized with awards and accolades at national and international levels. Her academic achievements are she has won more than 50 plus awards such as RECIPIENT of “BHARAT SHIKSHA GAURAV PURASKAR” with “CERTIFICATE OF EDUCATION EXCELLENCE”, WINNER AS BEST PAPER at National level ANVESHAK 2022, WOMEN EMPOWERMENT AWARD at Bharti Vidyapeeth’s Poona College of Pharmacy, Pune. She has published several papers in reputable journals, Aishwarya’s dedication to education, research, and personal growth has been reflected in her involvement as an editorial member and reviewer for various journals and publication houses. With her passion for innovation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and a strong academic foundation, She continues to make significant contributions to the field of pharmaceutical education and research. Her determination, adaptability, and broad skill set make her a valuable asset in any professional setting.
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