KALYAN MITRA, Ph. D.
Sr.Principal Scientist,Sophisticated Analytical Instrument
Facility and Research
Understanding molecular mechanisms of cell death
Our lab’s current research interests are primarily to investigate the mechanisms of cell death of potential anti-leishmanial and anti-cancer agents
(natural and synthetic molecules). Besides routine cell & molecular biology techniques, we rely heavily on high-resolution microscopy such as Transmission
Electron Microscopy, Scanning Electron Microscopy and Laser Scanning Confocal Microscopy for investigating the morphological and physiological effects of
lead molecules and drug candidates. For details, please visit “Research” section.
Research Interests:
• Evaluation of natural and synthetic molecules for antileishmanial and anticancer activity/ drug repurposing
• Understanding the mechanisms of cell death induced by promising anti- proliferative agents/drugs
• Role of Autophagy in cancer
• Ultra-structural cell biology and immuno-electron microscopy
• Electron microscopy of nucleic acids; partial denaturation mapping
• Single particle Cryo-EM of viruses & macromolecular complexes
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