Profile
Principal focus of the laboratory is human papillomavirus (HPV) research, developing studies on cancer prevention, cancer screening and molecular characterization of HPV-related tumors besides identification of pre-diagnostic markers for oral cavity and oropharynx cancer and evaluating intermediate end-points for long-term protection offered by the HPV vaccines.
Academic Positions
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Scientist E-II
Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology
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Scientist
International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC- WHO), Lyon, France
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Post-doctoral Researcher
International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC-WHO), Lyon, France
Education
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PhD Applied Biology
University of Mumbai
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M.Sc Environmental Toxicology
Madras University
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B.Sc Zoology & Biotechnology
University of Mumbai
Awards
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2018Wellcome Trust (UK) - India Alliance Intermediate Fellowship