Inchara Muralidhara

I suspect (and I’m certainly not alone) that science without humans will be limited. I’m not sure AI scientists would pursue the same questions humans do, especially those driven by curiosity rather than immediate practicality. Plus, there's something really sad about science-without-scientists, it's like art-without-artists. Whether it's wishful thinking or not, the AI I want is AI that helps scientists, not AI that replaces them.

Everything you ever wanted to know about the dopamine system of Caenorhabditis elegans - a very thorough review from @Inchara310 & @IHardege royalsocietypublishing.org/doi/10.1098/rs…

Excited to share our review now out in Royal Society Open Science! 🎉 We explore the dopaminergic system in C.elegans from dopamine metabolism to the diverse behaviours it regulates 👉 royalsocietypublishing.org/doi/10.1098/rs… Happy to have worked with my supervisor @IHardege on this project

@usbumer1 @SurendranS78015 @NamraTasnim @Kavita_Babu_ Congratulations 🥳

Thrilled to share our recent work! We uncover how the neuropeptide FLP-15 fine-tunes locomotion in C. elegans, revealing an intriguing layer of neuropeptidergic control of motor behavior. Grateful to Sharanya H @SurendranS78015 @NamraTasnim @Kavita_Babu_ doi.org/10.1098/rsob.2…

@usbumer1 @IiserMohali @iisermalumni @jkscientists Congratulations Umer..🥳✨👏

I’m honored to receive the Alumni Association Leadership and Outreach Award at @IiserMohali Heartfelt thanks to @iisermalumni for this recognition. I am excited to contribute to its future initiatives. I also thank @jkscientists for providing the valuable outreach platform

After 18 long years …it’s RCB who lifts the trophy 🏆 ✨🥳

FLP-15 functions through the GPCR NPR-3 to regulate local and global search behaviours in Caenorhabditis elegans biorxiv.org/content/10.110… #biorxiv_neursci

Ever wondered how organs take shape? Join us to find out! The Organ Mechanobiology Lab @NCBS_Bangalore is recruiting Graduate Trainees. Perfect for final-year students curious about tissue mechanics, development & cell biology. Check out the ad below 👇 Please RT! Thanks 🙏

Come join us at the even tomorrow at 6:30pm! Attendance is free! We are looking forward to seeing you all there 🥹

We are excited to announce this year’s Open Day! 🎉 Visit our campus on March 1st between 9 am to 5 pm. Explore the exciting research demos, displays, exhibits and experiments! Use the hashtag #IIScOpenDay2025 to share what you see! Details: openday.iisc.ac.in/index.php

Welcome to our vibrant community dedicated to exploring the fascinating world of **Worm Neuroscience**! Here, we delve into the intricate neural networks of one of nature's simplest yet most enlightening organisms: the nematode worm, particularly *Caenorhabditis elegans*. With only 302 neurons, this tiny creature offers us a unique opportunity to understand complex neural behaviors, neural development, and connectivity in a way that's not possible with larger, more complex brains. We aim to uncover how these simple circuits can teach us about fundamental principles of neuroscience that might apply to more complex organisms, including humans. Whether you're here to learn about the complete connectome mapping done in *C. elegans*, to discuss the latest research on neural signaling, or to explore innovative methods like optogenetics in studying worm behavior, you're in the right place. Our community brings together researchers, students, enthusiasts, and anyone curious about how the 'mind' of a worm can illuminate the mysteries of neural function and behavior. Join us as we connect, share knowledge, and push the boundaries of what we know about the brain, one worm at a time. Here, you'll find discussions, resources, and a supportive network to help you navigate and contribute to this fascinating field. Let's unravel the neuroscience of worms together!

First lab lunch at Pizza Pilgrims! Great food, even better company 🍕

A new must-read WormBook chapter!!!! Life history in Caenorhabditis elegans: from molecular genetics to evolutionary ecology academic.oup.com/genetics/advan…

Super happy to introduce Dr. Umer Saleem Bhat, who just graduated with his PhD! Many thanks to his committee Rajesh Ramachandran, @ChabaRachna, @Jogender_Singh7 and @skmishra_iiserm. Huge thanks also to his external examiner @WormlockHolmes. 1/n

@usbumer1 @Kavita_Babu_ @rajesharm @skmishra_iiserm @ChabaRachna @Jogender_Singh7 @WormlockHolmes @pratimashpandey Congratulations @usbumer1 🎉🥳

Really excited to announce that I successfully defended my PhD thesis. Thanks to my wonderful supervisor @Kavita_Babu_ and @rajesharm. Also thanks to @skmishra_iiserm @ChabaRachna @Jogender_Singh7 and @WormlockHolmes. Thanks to my mentor @pratimashpandey.🎓

Win the gold, refuse to talk with the Prime Minister and reject everything the government offers. Make it happen, Vinesh

The first Indian woman to reach an Olympic wrestling final. VINESH PHOGAT. FIGHTER. LEGEND.

Vinesh Phogat's stunning victory! #VineshPhogat #Paris2024

A year of protest against the federation chief. Slept on pavements for 40 days. Was beaten, dragged by the police. Nearly immersed all her medals in the Ganga. Underwent knee surgery. Sealed her Olympic spot after an unforgiving qualification process. Became the 1st Indian woman wrestler to qualify for three successive Olympics. And now, she's beaten the unbeatable defending champ, won two more bouts to become the first Indian woman to reach a wrestling Olympic final. Words fail to appreciate what Vinesh Phogat has just done. es.pn/3SFNkQ1 | #Paris2024