I am a Postdoctoral Scientist at Vanderbilt University, USA, where I focus on advancing lung-on-a-chip technologies to investigate disease mechanisms, cellular interactions, and biological responses. My research integrates biomaterials, microfluidics, and tissue engineering to develop physiologically relevant in vitro models, with the broader goal of bridging fundamental discoveries and translational biomedical research.

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I earned my Ph.D. from the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay, India, where my research centered on biomaterial-based immune cell engineering, solid tumor immunotherapy, and three-dimensional tissue models. With over eight years of research experience, my scientific journey has encompassed the development of bioactive scaffolds for in situ immune cell programming, biomaterial-based wound healing systems, and engineered extracellular matrices to study disease-associated cellular behavior. I have also been affiliated with the Georgia Institute of Technology, USA, as a Research Affiliate.

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Beyond the laboratory, I am actively involved in scientific leadership, academic publishing, and research mentorship. I previously served as Advocacy Co-Chair with Vanderbilt University's Office of Postdoctoral Affairs, Community Director at SCOPE, and Editor-in-Chief at Iterative International Publishers. My academic contributions also include scientific peer review, book editing, and multi-institutional research collaborations. As an External Research Mentor at Athena Education, and previously with the Pangea Society, I support aspiring researchers in developing scientific curiosity, critical thinking, and independent research skills.

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My passion for education and scientific engagement extends beyond formal research. I previously served as Visiting Faculty at Somaiya Vidyavihar University, Mumbai, and have contributed to student mentorship and scientific outreach initiatives. I also enjoy communicating science through digital platforms, making complex scientific concepts more accessible and engaging for broader audiences.

Driven by curiosity, collaboration, and a commitment to scientific advancement, I aspire to develop innovative biomedical solutions, foster interdisciplinary research, and empower the next generation of scientists.

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Driven by curiosity, collaboration, and a commitment to scientific advancement, I aspire to develop innovative biomedical solutions, foster interdisciplinary research, and empower the next generation of scientists.