Division of Biological Sciences
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Biochemistry (BC) [250]
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Department of Developmental Biology and Genetics (DDBG) [1]
Earlier known as MRDG
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Investigating the maintenance of X- chromosome inactivation in extra-embryonic endoderm and epiblast stem cells
In eutherian female mammals, one of the X-chromosomes gets inactivated to compensate for the expression dosage of X-linked genes between the sexes. X-chromosome inactivation (XCI) serves as a paradigm of epigenetic memory ... -
The role of neuronal integrity in maintaining gut functions and homeostasis
This thesis investigates two main aspects of neuronal integrity and gut health. Firstly, it examines the intricate relationship between neuronal integrity and the maintenance of gut homeostasis in Drosophila melanogaster. ... -
Structural and functional characterization of human regulator of telomere elongation helicase 1 (RTEL1)
RTEL1 is an ATP-dependent DNA helicase that translocates on the single-stranded DNA (ssDNA) from 5′ to 3′ direction. It is an iron-sulfur (Fe-S) cluster and DEAH motif-containing helicase. RTEL1 has been shown to play ... -
Understanding the mechanism of host deacetylase SIRT1 and SIRT3 in the modulation of Salmonella pathogenesis
Host sirtuins are one of the important modulators of host immuno-metabolic regulation. However, the role of sirtuins in the modulation of the immune metabolism pertaining to Salmonellosis is largely unknown. Here, we ... -
Design of Immunogens Derived from the Conserved Stem of Influenza Virus Hemagglutinin
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Interaction of hnRNPK with RNA and characterization of its phase separation behavior
Heterogenous ribonucleoproteins (hnRNPs) are a class of proteins initially discovered to protect the nascent transcripts before they develop into primary mRNAs. They are involved in almost all the stages of mRNA metabolism, ... -
Determinants of protein stability and function inferred from saturation mutagenesis and next-generation sequencing
Proteins play a central role in all biological processes. Despite a similar underlying composition, they exhibit immense diversity in structures and functions, a subject of great interest. The research presented in this ... -
Plasticity Paradigms: Navigating Protein Conformational Dynamics and Phenotypic Variability in Biological Systems
The complex dynamics and responses of biological systems to environmental cues are shaped by their inherent plasticity and adaptability. This biological plasticity, operational at multiple levels - ranging from the molecular ... -
Deep mutational scanning to enhance immunogenicity and map antibody responses to HIV-1
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Computational investigation of peripheral membrane protein "Pleckstrin homology domain" and its regulation
The peripheral membrane protein repertoire is around 25% composed of the Pleckstrin homology domain (PHD). PHD are component of the multidomain protein and plays the role of an adaptor in recruitment of these proteins ... -
Structural insight into unique features of the Translational apparatus in Plants
Plants are constantly challenged with a variety of biotic and abiotic stress conditions. Being sessile, plants cannot evade these conditions. Most of these sudden changes in environmental conditions require a quick change ... -
Role of PdtaS-PdtaR two component signalling system in metabolic adaptation in Mycobacterium spp.
The ability to perceive and adapt to environmental fluctuations, both internal and external, is a fundamental characteristic of life across diverse organisms. Within the context of pathogenic bacteria such as Mycobacterium ... -
Role of the unstructured N-terminal region and interacting proteins on the function of Mycobacterium tuberculosis σA
A distinctive feature of the bacterial RNA polymerase is the modular organization. The core of this enzyme, comprised of a dimer of the α subunit assembles with the β, β', and ω subunit. The core RNA polymerase enzyme ... -
Astroglial development as the basis for the effects of early life stress on adult depressive-like behavior
This thesis investigates the enduring effects of early-life stress, specifically maternal separation, on astroglial population and the subsequent behavioral outcomes in adult mice. While the persistent impact of early-life ... -
Understanding protein structural excursions using residue networks and implications on biological function
The information required for a protein structure to fold into the native conformation is encoded in its sequence. Studying protein structures help to understand their biological function. Molecular interactions between ... -
Venomics of Medically Important yet Neglected Elapid Snakes of India and the Antivenomic Potential of Plant Extracts
India is considered the world's snakebite capital, where over 58,000 snakebite fatalities are registered annually. Most bites are primarily attributed to four snake species: the spectacled cobra (Naja naja), common krait ... -
Understanding the interaction mechanism of bacterial virulence factors and effector proteins with host lipid membrane using single particle cryo-electron microscopy
Pathogenic bacteria employ an array of biological macromolecules and cellular structures that help in the initiation and progression of disease in host organism. These ‘virulence factors’ can either be secreted by the ... -
Role of Sirtuin 2 in the development of tissue fibrosis
Wound healing is a crucial physiological process required for the healthy lifespan of an organism. Dysregulation in the process of wound healing leads to the production of excess extracellular matrix leading to fibrosis. ... -
Elucidating the Role of miR-617 in Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma Pathogenesis
Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma (OSCC) or oral cancer is the malignancy of the epithelial lining of the oral cavity. It is the leading cause of cancer-related mortality in Indian males and despite technological advancements, ... -
Investigating mechanisms underlying astrocytic involvement in depressive-like behavior and antidepressant action
Major Depressive disorder (MDD) is a complex, multifactorial psychiatric illness which affects over 20% of the population worldwide. Despite its prevalence, our understanding of its pathophysiology is severely limited, ...