Area of Research:

Gut microbiome, Probiotics, Metagenomics.

Research Highlights :

The research focuses on elucidating metagenomic insights into the gut microbiome profile of the tribal population of North-East India, revealing unique microbial diversity influenced by traditional diets and environmental factors. The study also involves screening and characterization of probiotic bacteria from ethnic fermented foods, such as kinema and hawaijar, commonly consumed by tribal communities. These foods were found to be rich in beneficial bacteria, particularly lactic acid bacteria (LAB), which showed potential probiotic properties. Furthermore, the research explores the promise of next-generation probiotic bacteria in promoting healthy aging. By employing various models, including in vitro and animal, the identified probiotics demonstrated potential in enhancing gut health, immune function, and reducing age-related inflammation. The findings hold promise for the development of probiotics that can support healthy aging, not only within tribal populations but also for broader applications..

Area of Research:

Structural Bioinformatics, Computer aided drug designing.

Research Highlights :

Molecular modelling, protein modelling, Molecular Dynamics Simulation study, protein-protein interaction, protein-ligand interaction.

Area of Research:

Computational Condensed Matter Physics and Materials Science

Research Highlights :

Density Functional Theory, Materials Modelling, Electronic Structures, Optoelectronic Properties, Magnetic Properties.

Area of Research:

Nanoscience and nanotechnology

Research Highlights :

Transparent conductor, plasmonic, heterojunction, photocatalysis, renewable energy

Area of Research:

Nanomagnetism, Nanocatalysts, Photocatalysts and Hyperthermia Applications

Research Highlights :

Bio-functionalized hybrid magnetic nanomaterials for next-generation cancer theranostics

Area of Research:

Medicinal Chemistry, Synthetic Organic Chemistry, Chemical Biology.

Research Highlights :

Development of enzyme and protein inhibitors targeting diseases such as Cancer, Diabetes, Covid-19, and more. Design and synthesis of novel steroidal and synthetic compounds with SGLT2 inhibitory properties. Research comprising virtual screening of potential drug candidates, synthesis, in vitro protein inhibition experiments, and assays, followed by subsequent in silico investigations.

Area of Research:

Medicinal plants and endophytic bacteria interactions, Biocontrol against post-harvest disease of tomato.

Research Highlights :

Successful documentation and analysis of Paris polyphylla. Identification of key biosynthesis genes and ABC transporters. Comprehensive exploration of endophytic bacterial diversity and their plant growth-promoting traits. Isolation of numerous endophytes and demonstration of their positive effects on microalgae and tomato plants, promising commercial applications. Additionally, Actinobacteria isolated from Orang National Park exhibit promise in managing postharvest Rhizoctonia solani disease in tomatoes, offering an eco-friendly substitute for synthetic fungicides.

Area of Research:

Biopolymer based nanomaterials for drug delivery and sensing applications

Research Highlights :

● Biopolymer nanoparticles ● Biopolymer based hydrogels ● Drug delivery ● β-cyclodextrin inclusion complex ● Curcumin modification and delivery ● Polyelectrolyte complex nanoparticles ● Graphene oxide quantum dots ● Sensor

Area of Research:

Computational and Molecular Biology

Research Highlights :

Life Science