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“That’s not good!”

-Parag Shah

 I received my master degree (M.E.) in Biotechnology from the Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS), Pilani. Rajasthan. India. Since graduation, I have gained insight into the recent developments in Biotechnology and Cancer Biology. I have realized that the scope of research in the field of Biotechnology is extensive and there is no better way in which I can contribute to humanity. So, I have decided to pursue my PhD at one of the Pioneering Research Institute in India, Indian Institute of Toxicology Research (IITR). During my PhD work, I explore the possibility of fingerprints of Cytochrome P450 genes as a biomarker of risk and assessment towards lung cancer. During this period, I also served as an active member of Indian Genome Variation Consortium. After successful completion of my Ph.D., I have decided to peruse postdoctoral training to further my carrier and get advance training in the field of cancer biology. Since my graduation, I was really interested to work on mouse models of cancer. I joined ToTOL Lab to learn in depth different animal techniques used routinely for cancer research. During this time, I have developed interest in EMT, which is important step towards lung cancer progression and metastasis. Currently my area of research focusses on exploring the mechanisms of ER stress induced EMT and important signaling pathways that are involved in cancer progression and metastasis including lung and Breast cancer. My hobbies include but not limited to painting, playing on flute, harmonica and outdoor games.

 

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