Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur

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Lab Members

Faculty, researchers, students, staff, and alumni of the Clinical Biomarker Research Laboratory.

Leadership

Faculty

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Principal Investigator

Professor Koel Chaudhury, Ph.D.

Professor Koel Chaudhury is a distinguished researcher and professor at the Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur, specializing in clinical proteomics, metabolomics, and biomarker discovery. Her work focuses on translational health research, particularly in the areas of women's health, respiratory health, and personalized medicine

Research Areas

Women's health
Respiratory disorders
Non-invasive biomarkers
Multiomics
Predictive modeling
Email
Phone
+91 03222 282221
Academic Profiles

Researchers

Postdoctoral Fellows

3 Members
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Dr. Thangapandi K

National Post Doctoral Fellow (NPDF)
Joined January 2026

Research

Rapid NfL Detection Device for Neurodegeneration Diagnosis

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National Post Doctoral Fellow (NPDF)

Dr. Thangapandi K

Researcher specializing in electrochemical biosensors and immunosensor development, with expertise in nanomaterials for biomedical diagnostics, biomarker detection, point-of-care devices, and translational sensing platforms.

Education

  • Ph.D. in Biotechnology

    National Institute of Technology, Arunachal Pradesh

  • M.Sc. in Chemistry

    Alagappa University, Karaikudi

  • B.Sc. in Chemistry

    Madurai Kamaraj University, Madurai

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Dr. P.R Hemanth Vikram

Post Doctoral Fellow (PDF)
Joined January 2026

Research

Mass Spectrometry based Metabolomics

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Post Doctoral Fellow (PDF)

Dr. P.R Hemanth Vikram

Has strong background in analytical chemistry with hands-on experience with mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS, GC-MS/MS).

Education

  • PhD in Analytical Chemistry (ANRF-CII Prime Minister Fellowship for Doctoral Research)

    JSS Academy of Higher Education and Research, Mysuru

  • M.S.(Pharma)-Gold Medal

    National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research-Guwahati

  • B.Pharma

    Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, Anantapur

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Dr. Subhadeep Das

Research Scientist
Joined April 2026

Research

Multi-omics analysis of COPD progression to lung cancer

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Research Scientist

Dr. Subhadeep Das

Has extensive expertise in chromatography and mass spectrometry techniques, including SPME-GC/MS, HPLC, HPTLC, and LC-MS, with research experience in lipidomics, metabolomics, and volatilome analysis, along with hands-on experience in SEM and FTIR instrumentation.

Education

  • PhD in Zoology (CSIR Fellowship)

    University of Calcutta

  • M.Sc. in Zoology

    University of Calcutta

  • B.Sc. in Zoology

    Asutosh College, University of Calcutta

Doctoral Researchers

Research Scholars

10 Members
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Anindita Bhattacharya

Research Scholar
Joined July 2019

Research

Lung cancer pathogenesis

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Research Scholar

Anindita Bhattacharya

Working on identifying novel biomarkers for early detection of lung cancer. Expertise in cell culture techniques and molecular biology methodologies.

Education

  • M.Sc. in Microbiology

    St. Xaviers College (Autonomous) under University of Calcutta

  • B.Sc. in Microbiology

    University of Calcutta

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Imon Mitra

Research Scholar
Joined September 2020

Research

Women's reproductive health

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Research Scholar

Imon Mitra

Investigating novel non-invasive biomarkers for reproductive disorders. Experienced in clinical sample processing and biomarker validation techniques.

Education

  • M.Sc.

    UCSTA, University of Calcutta

  • B.Sc.

    University of Calcutta

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Sumana Halder

Research Scholar
Joined September 2021

Research

Multimodal Imaging for precision dosimetry

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Research Scholar

Sumana Halder

With a foundation in Physics and a Master's in Medical Physics from IIT Kharagpur, I am currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Medical Imaging, focusing on ultrasound theranostics

Education

  • M.Sc. in Medical Physics

    IIT Kharagpur

  • B.Sc. in Physics

    University of Calcutta

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Bishnupriya Saha

Research Scholar
Joined January 2022

Research

Women's health

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Research Scholar

Bishnupriya Saha

Researching biomarkers for reproductive health disorders. Expertise in molecular biology techniques and clinical sample analysis.

Education

  • M.Tech. in Biotechnology

    KIIT University

  • B.Tech. in Biotechnology

    KIIT University

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Sayak Roy Chowdhury

Research Scholar
Joined December 2022

Research

Nanomaterials application in Biotechnology

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Research Scholar

Sayak Roy Chowdhury

His research focuses on tissue engineering and nanobiotechnology, previously involving bone-based biomaterials for tissue engineering. Currently, he works on nanomaterials for skin wound healing.

Education

  • M.Tech. in Biotechnology

    NIT Durgapur

  • B.Tech. in Biotechnology

    UEM, Kolkata

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Palash Paul

Research Scholar
Joined July 2024

Research

Interstitial lung diseases and omics

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Research Scholar

Palash Paul

Investigating metabolic pathways in interstitial lung diseases using multi-omics approaches. Experienced in bioinformatics and biostatistical methods.

Education

  • M.Sc. in Microbiology

    University of Calcutta

  • B.Sc. in Microbiology

    University of Calcutta

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Shreya Choudhury

Research Scholar
Joined July 2024

Research

Integrative Multi-Omics of Lung Diseases

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Research Scholar

Shreya Choudhury

Exploring molecular mechanisms in pulmonary diseases through integrated multi-omics approaches. Skilled in bioinformatics and data-driven research.

Education

  • M.Tech. in Biotechnology

    KIIT University

  • B.Tech. in Biotechnology

    KIIT University

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Dr. Soumendranath Ray, MBBS

Research Scholar (Working Professional)
Joined July 2025

Research

Integrated metabolomics and multi-modal imaging for evaluation of TENIS syndrome

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Research Scholar (Working Professional)

Dr. Soumendranath Ray, MBBS

Dr. Soumendranath Ray is the Senior Consultant and Head of Department of Nuclear Medicine at Tata Medical Center, Calcutta. He brings extensive expertise in nuclear medicine, overseeing advanced diagnostic and therapeutic services, and is recognized for his leadership and commitment to excellence in patient care and medical research in the field.

Education

  • DNB in Nuclear Medicine

    Radiation medicine centre tata memorial hospital

  • MBBS

    North Bengal Medical College

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Pragya Dey

Research Scholar
Joined December 2025

Research

Lung cancer and COPD

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Research Scholar

Pragya Dey

Investigating putative biomarkers for predicting lung cancer risk in patients with COPD. Experienced in molecular biology techniques.

Education

  • M.Sc. in Zoology

    University of Calcutta

  • B.Sc. in Zoology

    University of Calcutta

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Sovan Chakraborty

Research Scholar
Joined July 2026

Research

Endometrium on a chip

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Research Scholar

Sovan Chakraborty

With a background in Life Sciences and Biotechnology, my research interests focus on organ-on-a-chip technology, microfluidic systems, and their applications in biomedical research.

Education

  • M.Tech. in Biotechnology

    NIT Warangal

  • M.Sc. in Zoology

    Ramakrishna Mission Vivekananda Centenary College, Rahara

  • B.Sc. Honours in Zoology

    University of Calcutta

Operations

Lab Staff / Project Fellow

2 Members
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Technical Support I Since January 2021

Ankush Das

Responsibilities

Responsible for managing additional administrative work, including purchasing equipment and chemicals and handling other miscellaneous tasks related to project execution.

ankush4kgp@gmail.com
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Junior Research Fellow Since September 2025

Abhijit Saha

M.Sc. Biotechnology graduate with a keen interest for image processing, data analysis and machine learning.

Responsibilities

Currently involved in analyzing in-house generated and publicly available data to gather biological insights for early disease detection.

asahaagcs@gmail.com

Former Members

Alumni

24 Members
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Dr. Sunil Kumar

Research Scholar (2007)

Currently: Senior Data Scientist and Group Lead, Farming Solutions & Digital, Corteva Agriscience, Hyderabad, India

Thesis: Micro-structural and Biochemical Changes in Human Spermatozoa Associated with RISUG®.

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Dr. Soumen Das

Research Scholar (2009)

Currently: Device Qualification Lead, Takeda Development Center Americas.

Thesis: Role of Reactive Oxygen Species in Male Infertility and Its Association with Assisted Reproductive Techniques.

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Dr. Asha Latha G, MBBS

Research Scholar (2010)

Currently: Director, Wellspring Fertility Centre,Kalyanagar, Bangalore 560043

Thesis: The Clinical Use of Aromatase Inhibitor Letrozole for Routine Ovulation Induction.

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Dr. Dharitri Goswami, MBBS

Research Scholar (2010)

Currently: Medical Officer at BCRTH, IIT Kharagpur, India.

Thesis: Photoplethysmograph Signal Modeling Towards Preventive Cardiology

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Dr. Narendra Babu K

Research Scholar (2011)

Currently: Senior Embryologist, Valley Medical & Health Group, New Jersey, USA.

Thesis: Role of Reactive Oxygen Species in Female Infertility and Its Association with Assisted Reproductive Techniques.

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Dr. Rashmi Mukherjee

Research Scholar (2012)

Currently: Assistant Professor, Raja Narendra Lal Khan Womens College,Paschim Medinipur, West Bengal, India.

Thesis: Oxidative Stress Induced Changes in Early and Late Onset Preeclampsia

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Dr. Saikat Kumar Jana

Research Scholar (2013)

Currently: Assistant Professor, Dept. of Biotechnology, NIT Arunachal Pradesh, India.

Thesis: Effect of Oxidative Stress on the Pathogenesis and Endometrial Receptivity in Women with Endometriosis and Therapeutic Management Using Dual-Drug Loaded Nanoparticles.

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Dr. Abhay Kumar Singh

Research Scholar (2014)

Currently: Senior Biology Faculty (NEET division), ALLEN Career Institute, Kota.

Thesis: Oxidative stress, extracellular matrix remodelling and angiogenesis related changes in women with endometriosis undergoing in vitro fertilization.

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Dr. Priyanka Banerjee

Research Scholar (2015)

Currently: Senior Medical Writer, Dava Oncology.

Thesis: Understanding Endometrial Receptivity in Idiopathic Recurrent Spontaneous Miscarriage.

AJ

Dr. Akhtar Jahan Siddiqa

Research Scholar (2016)

Currently: Chemical Data Specialist, Albert Invent

Thesis: Hydrophilic Polymer Modified Low Density Polyethylene for Controlled Drug Release System.

MD

Dr. Mainak Dutta

Research Scholar (2016)

Currently: Associate Professor & Head of Department, Department of Biotechnology , BITS Pilani, Dubai Campus.

Thesis: Minimally Invasive Diagnosis of Early Endometriosis: An Integrated Proteomics and Metabolomics Approach.

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Dr. Elavarasan Subramani

Research Scholar (2017)

Currently: Instructor, The UT MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas, USA.

Thesis: Molecular Understanding of Endometrial Receptivity in Women with Dormant Genital Tuberculosis.

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Dr. Sourav Roy Choudhury

Research Scholar (2018)

Currently: Visiting Fellow, National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK), Phoenix, Arizona, United States

Thesis: Serum Markers in Women with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Hypothesis-Free Multi-Omics Approach.

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Dr. Brajesh Singh

Research Scholar (2021)

Currently: Scientist E, Defence R&D Organisation, Ministry of Defence, Delhi, India

Thesis: Effect of Long-term Doxycycline as Adjuvant Therapy in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Diseasen.

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Dr. Nilanjana Ghosh

Research Scholar (2021)

Currently: Post Doctoral Fellow, The University of Gothenburg, Sweden

Thesis: Advanced Mass Spectrometry Techniques for Metabolite Profiling.

SP

Dr. Siva Prakasam O K

Research Scholar (2022)

Thesis: Design and Development of Paper-Based Microchip for Healthcare Applications.

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Dr. Apoorva Singh

Research Scholar (2023)

Currently: Senior Research Professional at Stanford University

Thesis: Exploring Metallo-Curcumin Nanoparticles as a Therapeutic Strategy for Endometriosis.

SD

Dr. Sanjukta Dasgupta

Research Scholar (2023)

Currently: Assistant Professor, Dept. of Biotechnology, Brainware University.

Thesis: Radiologic, Metabolomic, and Transcriptomic Signatures of Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis.

PB

Dr. Pritha Biswas

Research Scholar (2024)

Currently: Postdoctoral fellow at Indian Institute of Science - IISc Bangalore.

Thesis: Enzyme Mediated Resistant Starch Production and Exploring its Therapeutic Efficacy in Experimental Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) Rat Model.

AK

Dr. Atul Kumar Ojha

Research Scholar (2024)

Currently: Postdoctoral fellow at University College Dublin, Ireland.

Thesis: Development of cervix analogue for women with cervical atresia using tissue engineering approach.

SB

Dr. Souvik Biswas

Research Scholar (2024)

Currently: Assistant Professor, Department of Biomedical Engineering, NIT Raipur, Chhattisgarh 492010, India.

Thesis: Conducting Polymer Based Papertronic Devices for pH and Urea Sensing: Theory to Application.

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Dr. Priyanka Choudhury

Research Scholar (2024)

Currently: Postdoctoral Fellow, Karolinska Institutet, Sweden.

Thesis: COPD Associated Pulmonary Hypertension: Understanding Disease Mechanism and Development of a Sensing Device.

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Dr. Arijit Pal

Research Scholar (2024)

Currently: Postdoctoral Research Associate, Graphene Engineering Laboratory, Department of Engineering, University of Exeter, UK

Thesis: MoS₂, 2S and its Nanocomposite Based Smart Sensors for Targeted Biomolecule Detection.

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Dr. Da Doma Sherpa

Research Scholar (2024)

Thesis: Insight into the Mechanism of Recurrent Spontaneous Miscarriage of Unknown Etiology.