Dr. Helma David

1/7 #AwardAlert Six researchers from TIFR have been elected Fellows of the Indian Academy of Sciences, 2026. Whether decoding microbial genomes or probing the deep structure of spacetime, each embodies the spirit of curiosity and persistence. #IAScFellows2026

2/7 Anjana Badrinarayanan studies chromosome organization & genome maintenance using microbial systems to uncover fundamental principles of cell biology at @NCBS_Bangalore. More on her work: microgenomes.com #IAScFellows2026

“Science is never a product of an individual, it needs institutes that protect and nurture freedom and curiosity, and I am incredibly grateful to call NCBS my home for that.” Thank you, to the Infosys Science Foundation, the Jury and the Trustees for this incredible honor. I am grateful to my parents for creating a home that celebrates intellectual pursuits, and my husband, who has shared the uncertainty, the long hours, and the quiet doubts. -Prof. Anjana Badrinarayanan, Infosys Prize 2025 laureate in Life Sciences. #infosysprize #infosysprize2025 #infosysprizeceremony #anjanabadrinarayanan #lifesciences #cellbiology #dnarepair #livefromtheceremony #liveupdates

🔬 Quorum Sensing Lab | SASTRA University – 2025 A blasting year with 8 publications | IF 88.09 ✨ Behind the numbers lies the double-edged sword of mentorship—balancing science, life & leadership.

@Solomon_qsl Grateful year Ma'am, with science, learnings and opportunities.

🎓 Received my PhD degree on this 17th Aug! Grateful to God, the universe & everyone who made this journey possible. Special thanks to my supervisor @Solomon_qsl for her constant guidance & inspiration, and to all QSLites for the support. 🚀🙏 #PhDLife

@Solomon_qsl @QSL_SASTRA @SastraUniv Thank you so much Ma'am for all your support and guidance to bring the best in me

@Helma_David97 @QSL_SASTRA @SastraUniv 💡Dr. Helma David published 10 papers (IF ~70.7), 2 patents (1 PCT filed, 1 submitted), Springer Nature Ambassador, SciComm advocate & vibrant team spirit!

🎓 28.05.2025 – A Day to Remember! Thrilled to share I’ve successfully defended my Ph.D. on next-gen antifungals for vaginal candidiasis! Endless thanks to my supervisor @Solomon_qsl, my labmates, family & friends. This is just the beginning. 💫 @QSL_SASTRA @SastraUniv

@Helma_David97 @QSL_SASTRA @SastraUniv 🎓 Honoured to mentor Dr. Helma David (Ph.D. No. 9)! She joined Quorum Sensing Lab (QSL) at SASTRA University in 2022. Her Ph.D. focused on combinatorial drug development & mucoadhesive gel for targeted vaginal candidiasis therapy — a powerful stride in women’s health.

Thrilled to be part of the Springer Nature Research Ambassador Programme (Session 1) at SASTRA University! Grateful for the chance to engage, learn & collaborate. Big thanks to @Solomon_qsl, Abhilasha Mathur & Venkatesh Sarvasiddhi! #SpringerNature #SASTRA

@anjbadri @CurrentBiology @ashamjos @Adhikashreni1 Congratulations 👏👏

Now published @CurrentBiology. Happy to share latest work from the lab led by @ashamjos and @Adhikashreni1, describing replisome speed variation in Caulobacter! cell.com/current-biolog…

Wrap up day #ECFG17 Got lots of insights in the world of fungi and also got new friends & connections @AnaghaMenonCT1. The day gave an experience of the famous #thebookofkells and @tcddublin. @Solomon_qsl @QSL_SASTRA @SastraUniv

Day 3 at #ECFG17 – Thrilled to present our work and gain incredible insights! Excited for what Day 4 has @Solomon_qsl @QSL_SASTRA @SastraUniv

Thrilled to be at #ECFG17 in Dublin! Day 1 & Day 2 were filled with exciting discussions on fungal cell wall dynamics, antifungal resistance & host pathogen relationship. Looking forward to more insights and collaborations! #ECFG17 @Solomon_qsl @QSL_SASTRA @SastraUniv

Had a wonderful time catching up with @savvysahana whose constant encouragement mean so much! Also great to reconnect with Dr. Akshay & Dr.Utkarsh. Great to meet incredible researchers @anjbadri Dr.Sunil Laxman & learn about the amazing science they are doing. @Solomon_qsl

Had an amazing time at the @NCBS_Bangalore Annual Talk! Grateful to my mentor, @Solomon_qsl for her inspiring guidance, unwavering support,& the way she shapes us into better researchers & individuals. It was a truly great experience being here & surrounded by incredible science

@thenagliklab Congratulations Nav

So proud of our PhD student Nav obtaining his PhD today! He's a great person and we wish him all the best in his future endeavours!!

The 2024 #NobelPrize in Medicine was awarded for the discovery of #microRNA Prof. @shivaprasad_pv's lab has been at the forefront of plant small RNA research for over a decade. Video by NCBS Communications Ft @rajusteffi1 📹@anzal_ks Animation @Omkar_Golatkar_ #scicomm

Having a tip-top day at QSL! 📍Fun filled research Quorum sensing lab #enjoy #research #labfun #QSL @QSL_SASTRA @Solomon_qsl

frontiersin.org/journals/cellu… QSL publication alert!! Thrilled to share our latest publication on aptamers in infectious diseases! Grateful to @Solomon_qsl for the opportunity to be corresponding author. Thank you team @QSL_SASTRA @SwathiS99 #aptamers #infectiousdiseases